vsrenard Posted July 6, 2017 Share Posted July 6, 2017 (edited) There is so much I could say about my beautiful little brindle beast, whom we lost suddenly and tragically almost two weeks ago, but I still don't have the words to describe this loss. Brin came to us as a three-year-old and she made sure everyone knew her racing days were over. A timid hound with striking markings that often earned her names like "tiger" and "cheetah," Brin d'Amour was named for an elusive Corsican cheese loosely translated as "wisp of love." She did, in fact, love cheese, and could be roused from a deep sleep just by the sound of Tillamook cheddar being grated three rooms away. Originally a Florida dog, Brin adapted to a slow coastal lifestyle well, all except for her terror of kites, parasails, and even flags fluttering in the sky. We used to joke that she worried the alien mother ship would come take her away. As if we would ever allow that. Although she joined our pack to give her sister (Gorgon)Zola companionship, Brin quickly established she was no adventure dog. Even after a 1,500-mile road trip across the country, she reacted to reaching our vacation spot not by joining her sister in a romp across fresh summer grass, but by seeking refuge in the foot well of our car. She managed to tear herself out of the car only to sit in our empty suitcase in the closet for two full days. She plotted to spend her retirement by sampling every soft surface, whether that meant her many dog beds or the couches, blankets, and even bubble-wrap made available to her. Every day was a quest for the perfect nap and while she did get mildly annoyed when interrupted by pets and belly rubs, her apparent disdain was belied by her gentle groans and sleepy eyes, and the way she stretched out for maximum access. An expert in self-pedicures, at least of her dewclaws, and a lover of Tuffy's dog toys that she never actually chewed, Brin was happiest at home with her family, all of us in one room. Though we don't have kids and Brin was never bred, she was surprisingly interested in the screams and hollers of our niece and nephews. In fact, when they were babies, she came to find an adult every time one of them cried. I wonder what went through her pointy head in those moments. We had expected to have Brin for many years yet, and planned to spoil her as our only child. She truly became a different dog after Zola passed, more confident and vocal, spirited in claiming us as her people. We wanted to give her that special time to be our sole focus. I hope she knew how beloved she is, forever our "good girl," our beautiful little wisp of love. Edited July 6, 2017 by vsrenard Quote Missing Zola, my hero and my heart; and Brin, my baby dog, my wisp of love. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Remolacha Posted July 6, 2017 Share Posted July 6, 2017 A beautiful tribute I am so sorry for your loss Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ramonaghan Posted July 6, 2017 Share Posted July 6, 2017 I'm so sorry for the loss of your beautiful Brin. Quote Rachel with Doolin Doodle Dooooo, boss cat Tootie, and feline squatters Crumpet and Fezziwig. Missing gentlemen kitties Mud, Henry, and Richard and our gorgeous, gutsy girlhounds Sweep and Willa. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
winnie Posted July 6, 2017 Share Posted July 6, 2017 I'm so sorry, V. What a lovely tribute to your beautiful Brin. 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...
sabrina Posted July 6, 2017 Share Posted July 6, 2017 How very hard it must be for you not to have your girl. to you on your loss Quote Caroline, Mom to Daphne (49B-50215) and Penny (41D-55779)Remembering Bridge Angels Margo and Sabrina Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
locket Posted July 6, 2017 Share Posted July 6, 2017 Beautiful tribute V, So sorry for your lost Quote Cynthia, with Charlie (Britishlionheart) & Zorro el GalgoCaptain Jack (Check my Spots), my first love Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Time4ANap Posted July 6, 2017 Share Posted July 6, 2017 A beautiful girl who left way too early. I'm so sorry for your loss. Run-free, Brin. 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...
LaFlaca Posted July 6, 2017 Share Posted July 6, 2017 Your girl was absolutely beautiful! I am so very sorry for your loss. 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...
smurfette Posted July 6, 2017 Share Posted July 6, 2017 Such a beautiful tribute. I'm so sorry for your loss. Quote Sorry for butchering the english language. I try to keep the mistakes to a minimum. Nadine with Paddy (Zippy Mullane), Saoirse (Lizzie Be Nice), Abu (Cillowen Abu) and bridge angels Colin (Dessies Hero) and Andy (Riot Officer). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jenbo Posted July 6, 2017 Share Posted July 6, 2017 I'm so sorry, Vanitha. Godspeed, sweet Brin. Quote Camp Broodie with tuxedo Summer 12 and tuxedo Dio 6 Missing KC Kitty 2000-2016, Myka and part of my heart 2006-2020, and Saint YellBoy 2014-2020 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spottydog Posted July 6, 2017 Share Posted July 6, 2017 A lovely tribute to a beautiful hound. Fly free, sweety... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cricket57 Posted July 6, 2017 Share Posted July 6, 2017 A beautiful tribute for a beautiful girl. So sorry you had to lose her way too soon. Run free, sweet Brin. Cricket Quote Cricket, mom to Mulligan (Kycera) and Xena (Kebo Tina Turner ) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JustSnoozing Posted July 6, 2017 Share Posted July 6, 2017 Very sorry. A lovely tribute to her. Quote Dippy (Dinky Dipstick) and Velvet (Redbrick Velvet). Remembering sweet handsome Rebel (Emporio Rebel). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GreyPoopon Posted July 6, 2017 Share Posted July 6, 2017 I'm so very sorry. Your beautiful and special little girl left much too soon. Godspeed Brin. Quote Standard Poodle Daisy (12/13) Missing Cora (RL Nevada 5/99-10/09), Piper (Cee Bar Easy 2/99-1/10), Tally (Thunder La La 9/99-3/10), Edie (Daring Reva 9/99-10/12), Dixie (Kiowa Secret Sue 11/01-1/13), Jessie (P's Real Time 11/98-3/13), token boy Graham (Zydeco Dancer 9/00-5/13), Cal (Back Already 12/99-11/13), Betsy (Back Kick Beth 11/98-12/13), Standard Poodles Minnie (1/99-1/14) + Perry (9/98-2/14), Annie (Do Marcia 9/03-10/14), Pink (Miss Pinky Baker 1/02-6/15), Poppy (Cmon Err Not 8/05-1/16), Kat (Jax Candy 5/05-5/17), Ivy (Jax Isis 10/07-7/21), Hildy (Braska Hildy 7/10-12/22), Opal (Jax Opal 7/08-4/23). Toodles (BL Toodles 7/09-4/24) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
XTRAWLD Posted July 6, 2017 Share Posted July 6, 2017 Look at that happy smile! I'm so sorry she had to leave you - she sounded very special. Thank you for sharing her special with us. 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...
Scoutsmom Posted July 6, 2017 Share Posted July 6, 2017 Chase the wind and sleep in the sun, Miss Brin. You are missed. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BatterseaBrindl Posted July 6, 2017 Share Posted July 6, 2017 So very sorry for the loss of your beautiful girlie. Remember the good times ... 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...
Beachbum1 Posted July 6, 2017 Share Posted July 6, 2017 So very sorry for your loss Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Houndtime Posted July 6, 2017 Share Posted July 6, 2017 I am so sorry for the loss of your beautiful girl. Quote Irene Ullmann w/Flying Odin and Mama Mia in Lower Delaware Angels Brandy, John E, American Idol, Paul, Fuzzy and Shine Handcrafted Greyhound and Custom Clocks http://www.houndtime.com Zoom Doggies-Racing Coats for Racing Greyhounds Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RaineysMom Posted July 6, 2017 Share Posted July 6, 2017 I am so very sorry :( Quote Kim and Bruce - with Rick (Rick Roufus 6/30/16) and missing my sweet greyhound Angels Rainey (LG's Rainey 10/4/2000 - 3/8/2011), Anubis (RJ's Saint Nick 12/25/2001 - 9/12/12) and Zeke (Hey Who Whiz It 4/6/2009 - 7/20/2020) and Larry (PTL Laroach 2/24/2007 - 8/2/2020) -- and Chester (Lab) (8/31/1990 - 5/3/2005), Captain (Schipperke) (10/12/1992 - 6/13/2005) and Remy (GSP) (?/?/1998 - 1/6/2005) at the bridge"Always do sober what you said you'd do drunk. That will teach you to keep your mouth shut." -- Ernest Hemmingway Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnF Posted July 6, 2017 Share Posted July 6, 2017 A lovely tribute. She would absolutely have known how much she was loved. After the sadness is done the happier memories will return. Run free Brin... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Neighsayer Posted July 6, 2017 Share Posted July 6, 2017 Hugs! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dawnnziggy Posted July 6, 2017 Share Posted July 6, 2017 (edited) I have been through this lately too! I am so sorry! Your girl was beautiful. I am glad you have such awesome memories. They are truly awesome companions! They truly leave a hole in our hearts when they leave. Edited July 6, 2017 by Dawnnziggy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
carronstar Posted July 7, 2017 Share Posted July 7, 2017 What a lovely tribute to an absolutely gorgeous brindle girl. I am so very sorry. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FiveRoooooers Posted July 7, 2017 Share Posted July 7, 2017 Your tribute is beautiful, Vanitha, thank you for sharing your precious Brin with us. I am so sorry for your loss. 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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