MisserGil Posted January 9, 2004 Share Posted January 9, 2004 The 10th of January would have been Belle's first gotcha day. We left here on Friday at noon driving to Philly to pick you up. Excited and scared because we didn't know if we were crazy by adopting you without meeting you and having you meet our gang first. We arrived in Philly at 5. It was very cold outside and snow was on the ground. We filled out the paperwork, put you in the car and headed back home. You slept the entire trip on the back seat. We talked to you and called you different names trying to decide what fit you better. You put up with us. We arrived home around 11 that night.. You were tired although I don't know why after sleeping the entire trip from NH. Once we got you home, you were scared.. You met the rest of the gang at home and checked out your new yard. You didn't want to come inside, but we came and led you in to check out the inside. We made sure you were fed and were comfortable. Tanner enjoyed seeing you and meeting his new friend. It took several months before you really settled in. You really worked hard at destroying things, chewing things etc.. But we never gave up.. Finally one day, you found the couch. Before the only dogs allowed there were the little ones. At first you didn't want anyone else there with you, but gradually learned that the others were going to do it too.. You soon became a real princess. But stoic all the same. You slept by the bed everynight and you and Tanner didn't like to touch each other.. I guess cooties were a concern.. As time went on and even in the past couple of months, we saw you continuing to change.. You were growing sweeter and more loving each day. Then that horrible night of January 1 when you hit the tree. I knew something was wrong with you.. I tried to tell the Doctors what to look for, but they will only do certain things. I didn't want to leave you at the vets, but had to do so. On the way to the vets office that night, you wouldn't lie down on the floor of the van, even with me there.. You had to get on the back sofa where you always layed.. I helped you there and sat beside you.. You were on your throne. When we had to pick you up to transfer you to another EVet, I knew that your time was short. I would never have wanted you to have any pain. You were my heart dog. The special bond that we had. Tanner misses you so much. He still goes outside to look for you. He barks and calls your name. He wants to play with you and run with you.. He constantly checks the perimeters of the back yard to see if you are there. We do our best to console him. The sofa is not the same without you there.. I miss your snuggles so very much. Or those looks you would give us when you didn't want to be bothered.. We all miss you sweet Butter Bean.. Run free and know that you are in our hearts forever. I know we will see you once again. Please keep an eye out for our other furkids and I hope you have a nice soft place to lay.. Love, Your Dads and Alex... Quote <b>These of course are just my humble opinions and in no way express the thoughts or ideas of the management, staff or members of this or any other board.. </b>James River Greyhounds, Richmond VAHomer, Gunnar and Scarlett,... Bridge Kids, Belle, Toby, Tanner, Pumpkin, Dimples and Tyrone, Willis, Duncan, Clea,Cable and Gracie Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
grey14me Posted January 9, 2004 Share Posted January 9, 2004 I'm so sorry for your loss You slept by the bed everynight and you and Tanner didn't like to touch each other.. I guess cooties were a concern.. couldn't help but smile at that... Quote Michelle...forever missing her girls, Holly 5/22/99-9/13/10 and Bailey 8/1/93-7/11/05 Religion is the smile on a dog...Edie Brickell Wag more, bark less :-) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tracey Posted January 9, 2004 Share Posted January 9, 2004 Such a terrible tragedy. I can't tell you how very sorry I am. Quote ...............Chase (FTH Smooth Talker), Morgan (Cata), Reggie (Gable Caney), Rufus (Reward RJ). Fosters check in, but they don't check out. Forever loved -- Cosmo (System Br Mynoel), March 11, 2002 - October 8, 2009.Miss Cosmo was a lady. And a lady always knows when to leave. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest argolola Posted January 9, 2004 Share Posted January 9, 2004 So sorry...it's so hard to say goodbye. Godspeed Belle. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
iluvgreys Posted January 9, 2004 Share Posted January 9, 2004 What a sweet tribute to your little princess. Know that she's smiling down... and knows how cherished and loved she was. Quote Jeanne with Remington & Scooter the cat....and Beloved Bridge Angels Sandee, Shari, Wells, Derby, Phoenix, Jerry Lee and Finnian.....If tears could build a stairway, and memories a lane, I'd walk right up to heavenand bring you home again. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Becki Posted January 9, 2004 Share Posted January 9, 2004 I am so sorry for your loss, that was beautiful Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Guest Posted January 9, 2004 Share Posted January 9, 2004 I'm so sorry. What a tragedy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest KaseysMom Posted January 9, 2004 Share Posted January 9, 2004 That was me--forgot to login. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest PrestosJeff Posted January 9, 2004 Share Posted January 9, 2004 Thanks for telling us more about Belle. I enjoyed reading her story, and am so sorry for your loss. She will always be a special part of your family. I am sure she's found comfort and fun at the Bridge. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest MarkM Posted January 9, 2004 Share Posted January 9, 2004 (edited) Edited January 9, 2004 by BoomerDad Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest FullMetalFrank Posted January 9, 2004 Share Posted January 9, 2004 Thank you for sharing Belle's story. I can't begin to tell you how sorry I am. Run free, sweet Belle... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest 8_Greyt_Greys Posted January 9, 2004 Share Posted January 9, 2004 that was so beautiful.belle was a special girl .im so sorry about the tragedy. god bless you and your family and run free belle take care of all our fur friends that are there with you Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Greytmom Posted January 9, 2004 Share Posted January 9, 2004 I'm so sorry. What a beautiful and touching tribute. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Greymom Posted January 9, 2004 Share Posted January 9, 2004 I am so sorry for your loss. You're in our thoughts and prayers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest spazkaz Posted January 9, 2004 Share Posted January 9, 2004 What a beautiful and touching tribute. I am truly sorry for your loss... My sweet girl's 1st gotcha day is coming up, and my heart breaks just thinking about losing her... I'm tearing up... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NancyB Posted January 9, 2004 Share Posted January 9, 2004 A very heartwrenching and touching tribute to your girl. I'm so sorry for your loss Quote Nancy with Rocket, Umeko and Sasha Missing Albi, Kassie, Ramm, Ruby, my good boy Marvin and Mickey (BT) NANCY B'S COLLARS Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
patricia Posted January 9, 2004 Share Posted January 9, 2004 I am so sorry! Run free sweet Belle. Quote Patti-Mommy of Lady Sophia 7-28-92 - 8-3-04... LaceyLaine 8-2-94-12-5-07... Flash Gordon 7-14-99 - 8-29-09... BrookLynne...Pavé Maria... and 18 Bridge Kids. WATCHING OVER US~SOPHIA~QUEENIE~LACEY LAINE~ CODY ANGELO~FLASH GORDON. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Meredith Posted January 9, 2004 Share Posted January 9, 2004 (edited) what wonderful memories you have..... I'm sure she is remembering that first day as well, her tail wagging as she smiles at you from the bridge, grateful for you loving her unconditionally and helping her know just what it meant to be part of a family. Edited January 9, 2004 by Meredith Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lilysmom Posted January 9, 2004 Share Posted January 9, 2004 Oh, Gil, my heart aches for your loss. What a wonderful tribute to Belle. You were blessed to have had her in your life and I'm sure she was so greytful for you as well, even though it was for a short time. Just know the day will come that you will see her again, and in the meantime she will watch over you and your family just waiting for the day you are together again!!!! Hugs!!! Karen Quote Praying for all the missing greys! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest shirley Posted January 10, 2004 Share Posted January 10, 2004 I am so sorry for your loss especially on this her gotcha day. Run free and fast Belle. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marion Posted January 10, 2004 Share Posted January 10, 2004 That story is so heartbreaking...I feel so sorry for your loss Quote -------------------------------------------- Marion, Ivy & Soldi Perseverance is not a long race... it is many short races one after another. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
silverfish Posted January 10, 2004 Share Posted January 10, 2004 Poor Belle - you did all you could for her, but no-one could save her. It was truly a tragedy We followed her story hoping that she would pull through, and we all cried with you when she didn't. She's out of reach of all pain and sorrow now - and she couldn't have had a better home for her last year. I'm sure Tanner does miss her, but maybe he isn't looking in vain when he goes out to the yard? I'm convinced that Jim has seen Susan since we lost her, on many occasions. When she first went to the bridge, he would go and stand out in the dark, perfectly still and alert, watching around the garden - sometimes for twenty minutes or half an hour. I believe he could see her, and he will still do that sometimes, but not as often now. Quote The plural of anecdote is not dataBrambleberry Greyhounds My Etsy Shop Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Maddysmom Posted January 11, 2004 Share Posted January 11, 2004 I am so sorry for your loss. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jodyksam Posted January 11, 2004 Share Posted January 11, 2004 :( This was such a touching tribute to Belle. Made me cry but also smile. You gave her a wonderful home for the short time she had left. {{{{{HUGS}}}}} Quote Mom to Daisy (1999-2012), LB (aka Little Bit), and Sammy James (aka Sammy or Buddy) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest GreysInSC Posted January 12, 2004 Share Posted January 12, 2004 What a horrible thing. I'm so sorry. She was dearly loved. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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