gracegirl Posted November 19, 2016 Share Posted November 19, 2016 (edited) It's taken me a long time to write this remembrance for Fenway - I don't know how to put into words a life so well lived. He truly was one in a million. I had just decided to move from my studio apartment in Belltown (downtown Seattle) to a house with a huge yard in West Seattle. I could take dogs with me to work. I thought Grace wanted a friend (she didn't) and I wanted a puppy. So I turned to greytalk and found this: He was with a group in Indiana who took the whole oops litter. (Thank you Tammi for trusting a single 20-something who you never got to meet with that precious puppy!) I later found out that he was the longest survivor of his litter, all of his brothers passed before he did. He was diagnosed with kidney damage of an unspecified origin years ago, so I knew he'd likely never reach his teenage years. I prayed he'd at least see double digits. He was two weeks shy of that, and outlived my Grace by two weeks. Many of you watched him grow up on greytalk. He was the easiest puppy. So full of joy, always. I should have named him Peter Pan, he was my forever puppy. He never quite grew up, he always had that puppy zest for life. He was named for the 2004 Rex Sox - the team that reversed the curse. They were a group of beloved idiots. He was well named and would have fit right in with that group of men. The thing he loved more than anything else in the world was the beach. We moved to San Diego and he got to spend every Sunday at OB Dog Beach - often we'd go more than once a week. But every Sunday in the late afternoon we'd head to the beach and I'd tell him how lucky he was to get to have the "best day ever" so often. With my brother, one of his favorite people. They were two peas in a pod. He and Jackson were able to be with us on our wedding day - just for a few minutes. But it was so important to us to have our boys there on our big day. It was right around our wedding in February that his blood work started to show the years of kidney damage taking their toll. He felt good up until Thursday of his last week with us, and then his kidneys simply failed. By Sunday we decided to let him go. He lived a good, full life. It was a life well lived and he is deeply missed. Rest well, little buddy. You are missed every single day. Edited November 19, 2016 by gracegirl Quote Poppy the lurcher 11/24/23 Gabby the Airedale 7/1/18 Forever missing Grace (RT's Grace), Fenway (not registered, def a greyhound), Jackson (airedale terrier, honorary greyhound), and Tessie (PK's Cat Island) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
macoduck Posted November 19, 2016 Share Posted November 19, 2016 Such a sweet boy and what wonderful memories you have of him. Quote Freshy (Droopys Fresh), NoAh the podenco orito, Rita the podenco maneta, Howie the portuguese podengo maneto Angels: Lila, the podenco, Mr X aka Denali, Lulu the podenco andaluz, Hada the podenco maneta, Georgie Girl (UMR Cordella), Charlie the iggy, Mazy (CBR Crazy Girl), Potato, my mystery ibizan girl, Allen (M's Pretty Boy), Percy (Fast But True), Mikey (Doray's Patuti), Pudge le mutt, Tessa the iggy, Possum (Apostle), Gracie (Dusty Lady), Harold (Slatex Harold), "Cousin" Simon our step-iggy, Little Dude the iggy ,Bandit (Bb Blue Jay), Niña the galgo, Wally (Allen Hogg), Thane (Pog Mo Thoine), Oliver (JJ Special Agent), Comet, & Rosie our original mutt. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ramonaghan Posted November 19, 2016 Share Posted November 19, 2016 It's easy to see why you fell for him. What an adorable puppy he was, and how handsome he grew up to be. It was a life too short, but clearly well lived thanks to you. Hugs. Quote Rachel with littermates Doolin and Willa, boss cat Tootie, and feline squatters Crumpet and Fezziwig. Missing gentlemen kitties Mud, Henry, and Richard and our beautiful, feisty, silly Sweep. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
XTRAWLD Posted November 19, 2016 Share Posted November 19, 2016 Have loved Fenway on this forum. What great pics and memories. I'm so sorry. Quote Proudly owned by:10 year old "Ryder" CR Redman Gotcha May 201012.5 year old Angel "Kasey" Goodbye Kasey Gotcha July 2005-Aug 1, 2015 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Time4ANap Posted November 19, 2016 Share Posted November 19, 2016 I'm so sorry for your loss. Run free, Fenway. Quote Camp Broodie. The current home of Mark Kay Mark Jack and Gracie Kiowa Safe Joan. Always missing my boy Rocket Hi Noon Rocket, Allie Phoenix Dynamite, Kate Miss Kate, Starz Under Da Starz, Petunia MW Neptunia, Diva Astar Dashindiva, and LaVida I've Got Life Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
4My2Greys Posted November 19, 2016 Share Posted November 19, 2016 He was very lucky to have found his home with you. I'm sorry you didn't have more time together. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Neighsayer Posted November 19, 2016 Share Posted November 19, 2016 Hugs! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Batmom Posted November 19, 2016 Share Posted November 19, 2016 A beautiful tribute to a Good Boy. Rest well, Fenway. Quote Star aka Starz Ovation (Ronco x Oneco Maggie*, litter #48538), Coco aka Low Key (Kiowa Mon Manny x Party Hardy, litter # 59881), and mom in IllinoisWe miss Reko Batman (Trouper Zeke x Marque Louisiana), 11/15/95-6/29/06, Rocco the thistledown whippet, 04/29/93-10/14/08, Reko Zema (Mo Kick x Reko Princess), 8/16/98-4/18/10, the most beautiful girl in the whole USA, my good egg Joseph aka Won by a Nose (Oneco Cufflink x Buy Back), 09/22/2003-03/01/2013, and our gentle sweet Gidget (Digitizer, Dodgem by Design x Sobe Mulberry), 1/29/2006-11/22/2014, gone much too soon. Never forgetting CJC's Buckshot, 1/2/07-10/25/10. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
krissy Posted November 19, 2016 Share Posted November 19, 2016 What a wonderful tribute for a wonderful life. Quote Kristie and the Apex Agility Greyhounds: Kili (ATChC AgMCh Lakilanni Where Eagles Fly RN IP MSCDC MTRDC ExS Bronze ExJ Bronze ) and Kenna (Lakilanni Kiss The Sky RN MADC MJDC AGDC AGEx AGExJ). Waiting at the Bridge: Retired racer Summit (Bbf Dropout) May 5, 2005-Jan 30, 2019 Like us on Facebook! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
seeh2o Posted November 19, 2016 Share Posted November 19, 2016 I'm so sorry, what a sweet sweet boy...and yes, a life well lived and well loved. Thank you for sharing this with us. Quote Sunsands Doodles: Doodles aka Claire, Bella Run Softly: Softy aka Bowie (the Diamond Dog) Missing my beautiful boy Sunsands Carl 2.25.2003 - 4.1.2014 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
msnikkerdoodle Posted November 19, 2016 Share Posted November 19, 2016 I am so sorry for your loss. Looks like Fenway had an incredible life with you. Run free sweet Fenway. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LaFlaca Posted November 19, 2016 Share Posted November 19, 2016 A life well lived, well loved. Run with the angels sweet, beautiful boy. May time and the precious memories of loving Fenway and being loved in return, help to heal your broken heart. Quote Irene ~ Owned and Operated by Jenny (Jenny Rocks ~ 11/24/17) ~ JRo, Jenny from the Track Lola (AMF Won't Forget ~ 04/29/15 -07/22/19) - My girl. I'll always love you. Wendy (Lost Footing ~ 12/11/05 - 08/18/17) ~ Forever in our hearts. "I am yours, you are mine". Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EllenEveBaz Posted November 19, 2016 Share Posted November 19, 2016 He found his forever home and you found your forever puppy. Run with the wind, sweet and handsome boy. Quote Ellen, with brindle Milo and the blonde ballerina, Gelsey remembering Eve, Baz, Scout, Romie, Nutmeg, and Jeter Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NeylasMom Posted November 19, 2016 Share Posted November 19, 2016 Lovely tribute Lauren. I know how much you still miss him. Quote Jen, CPDT-KA with Zuri, lab in a greyhound suit, Violet, formerly known as Faith, Skye, the permanent puppy, Cisco, resident cat, and my baby girl Neyla, forever in my heart "The great thing about science is that you're free to disagree with it, but you'll be wrong." Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
misspiggy Posted November 19, 2016 Share Posted November 19, 2016 So sorry for your loss. As a former Bostonian, I have always loved his name! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DesiRayMom Posted November 19, 2016 Share Posted November 19, 2016 Happy Trails, Fenway. My condolences to those who are missing you. Quote Blessed is the person who has earned the love of an old dog. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beachbum1 Posted November 20, 2016 Share Posted November 20, 2016 So very sorry for your loss Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Finnsliz Posted November 20, 2016 Share Posted November 20, 2016 I remember reading all his growing up stories. He had a great life. So sorry for your loss. Quote <p>Finn, Wink, Birdie, Snap and SmokeyJG Quicknfast 7/25/99-5/16/08, JG Quickwink 7/25/99-9/22/13, Iruska SweetDuv 7/19/03-11/9/16, Delbar 6/11/11 and Catahoula Smokey Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
teri_d Posted November 20, 2016 Share Posted November 20, 2016 They leave a hole in your heart, don't they -- especially when they are as special as Fenway was. Hugs to you Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
winnie Posted November 20, 2016 Share Posted November 20, 2016 Beautiful tribute, Lauren. So many of us followed along on Fenway's journey. He will be missed. Quote Laura with Celeste (ICU Celeste) and Galgos Beatrix and Encarna The Horse - Gracie (MD Grace E) Bridge Angels Faye Oops (Santa Fe Oops), Bonny (Bonny Drive), Darcy (D's Zipperfoot) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Remolacha Posted November 20, 2016 Share Posted November 20, 2016 I am so sorry, he surely had a wonderful life with you Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
3greytjoys Posted November 20, 2016 Share Posted November 20, 2016 I'm so sorry for your loss of Fenway... too soon. He will be missed. Nice to remember the photo of Fenway and Grace patiently awaiting their treats. The photo of your brother's expression speaks volumes about their mutual affection. Sad that all of Fenway's littermates have passed. Hope they've reunited for eternal running and romping. You and your family are in our thoughts through this difficult time. :paw Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Charlies_Dad Posted November 20, 2016 Share Posted November 20, 2016 So many of us on GT watched your boy grow and become a very sweet pup. I am very sorry you had to say goodbye. Run free Fenway, run free sweetie... Quote Kyle with Stewie ('Super C Ledoux, Super C Sampson x Sing It Blondie) and forever missing my three angels, Jack ('Roy Jack', Greys Flambeau x Miss Cobblepot) and Charlie ('CTR Midas Touch', Leo's Midas x Hallo Argentina) and Shelby ('Shari's Hooty', Flying Viper x Shari Carusi) running free across the bridge. Gus an coinnich sinn a'rithist my boys and little girl. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BatterseaBrindl Posted November 20, 2016 Share Posted November 20, 2016 So very sorry you had to say goodbye to your handsome boy. What wonderful memories you have. Remember them and smile...... Quote Nancy...Mom to Sid (Peteles Tiger), Kibo (112 Carlota Galgos) and Joshi. Missing Casey, Gomer, Mona, Penelope, BillieJean, Bandit, Nixon (Starz Sammie), Ruby (Watch Me Dash) Nigel (Nigel), and especially little Mario, waiting at the Bridge. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FiveRoooooers Posted November 20, 2016 Share Posted November 20, 2016 Lauren, your tribute for Fenway is beautiful. He was named for the 2004 Rex Sox - the team that reversed the curse. They were a group of beloved idiots. He was well named and would have fit right in with that group of men. 2004 was a magical time, wasn't it! To have your own Fenway must have been so much fun. Well, every day with him was great but you know what I mean. My heart goes out to you as you miss your boy. Godspeed Fenway. There will be a seat with your name on it on the Green Monster at the Bridge. Quote Old Dogs are the Best Dogs. Thank you, campers. Current enrollees: Punkin. AnnIE Oooh M Angels: Pal . Segugio. Sorella (TPGIT). LadyBug. Zeke-aroni. MiMi Sizzle Pants. Gracie. Seamie . (Foster)Sweet. Andy. PaddyALVIN!Mayhem. Bosco. Bruno. Dottie B. Trevor Double-Heart. Bea. Cletus, KLTO. Aiden 1-4. Upon reflection, our lives are often referenced in parts defined by the all-too-short lives of our dogs. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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