Guest Bones_Sox63 Posted December 14, 2004 Share Posted December 14, 2004 Saw this on another site and have permission to crosspost- Christmas at the Rainbow Bridge As the midnight hour approaches on Christmas Eve, a tremendous celebration begins. If you listen closely you will hear the exuberant sound of Bridgekids preparing for the remarkable moment that comes but once a year. Puppies romp through the tall green grass, chasing butterflies and rolling over and over until fits of giggles bring them to a tumbling stop. The volume increases as kittens, cats, tigers and lions purr in pure delight while the wings of snow white doves gently caress the air. The babbling brook that runs beneath Rainbow Bridge overflows onto the edge of mossy banks and fins of treasured aquatic life quiver in anticipation of this most joyous event. Nestled in the midst of this happy choir of Bridgekids are the littlest angel tots staring in awe at the majestic Christmas tree adorned with flowing strands of angel hair. Effervescent, twinkling stars seesaw elegantly from the sky and land in glorious harmony upon the stoic limbs of Heaven's most perfect Christmas tree. Swaying to and fro in nearby rocking chairs are grandmothers, grandfathers, parents, aunts, uncles and loved ones. The sound of their whispered lullabies permeate the air as they sing to tiny angel babies resting quietly in their arms. Like magic the clock approaches midnight and a great stirring is heard in the distance. Each Bridgekid stops and listens, knowing the time is near, and they choose a fleecy cloud on which to snuggle. The roar of purrs drops to barely an audible hum, the babbling brook ripples hypnotically and the flutter of downy feathered wings fall silent. Heaven's spirited toddlers climb expectantly upon the laps of angels while babies coo in tranquil unison. Amidst the warm glow of candle light which rises from the earth below, the arms of the Bridge Keeper envelop the heavens and into the precious hands of each child and in front of each animal a holy gift is placed. With grand exuberance the ribbons are removed and left to fly on a tender breeze where they dissolve into showers of angel dust. As the golden lids of these heavenly gifts are raised, an amazing aura fills the sky, reaching down to the very core of the earth. Ascending from each and every box is the greatest gift of all…unending, unconditional, all-encompassing love. This blessed love gently wraps itself around the cherished souls of heaven, warming their hearts with beacons of radiant light and bringing forth from angels an exquisite chorus. As the clock strikes midnight the distance between heaven and earth is vanished. It is at this very moment on Christmas Eve that the Bridge Keeper, His children, angels and Bridgekids send a message to their earthly loved ones on the wings of this unbridled love. Listening carefully with an open heart we will hear the familiar voice of our own angel whisper softly into our ear their Christmas message... "Let me share with you this love of mine, always and forever. When you need me know that I am here. I have not left you for I am in your heart where I belong. Our love is eternal as is the brilliant glow of candlelight which illuminates the path to the heavens and Rainbow Bridge. I wait patiently as do you for our inevitable and glorious reunion. I love you, I love you, I love you." Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lilysmom Posted December 14, 2004 Share Posted December 14, 2004 That was beautiful, must go get the tissues...... Quote Praying for all the missing greys! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Snowy8 Posted December 14, 2004 Share Posted December 14, 2004 I pictured it to look like a winter wonderland at this time, but with no slick streets. Snow lightly falling on each ones heads or noses...eye lashes with flakes of snow melting. Each one has on a fleece coat & little boots, even the kitties. Horses romping & galloping across the field with the mist snorted from their muzzles, manes & tails in the breeze. The snow glistens & the trees rustle. Its quiet, so quiet you can hear your own breath. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Greymom Posted December 14, 2004 Share Posted December 14, 2004 That was beautiful. Must dab my eyes now. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheFullHouse Posted December 14, 2004 Share Posted December 14, 2004 Quote Judy, mom to Darth Vader, Bandita, And Angel Forever in our hearts, DeeYoGee, Dani, Emmy, Andy, Heart, Saint, Valentino, Arrow, Gee, Bebe, Jilly Bean, Bullitt, Pistol, Junior, Sammie, Joey, Gizmo, Do Bee Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest DogGone Posted December 14, 2004 Share Posted December 14, 2004 Thank you - that is lovely. I'm way past dabbing my eyes, more like a faucet that has been left on. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Greyhounds4ever Posted December 14, 2004 Share Posted December 14, 2004 Shoot, there goes the mascara.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest benson Posted December 14, 2004 Share Posted December 14, 2004 I love starting my day with a good cry. Thanks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest littlemouse1958 Posted December 14, 2004 Share Posted December 14, 2004 Beautiful story. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest ProudGreyMom Posted December 14, 2004 Share Posted December 14, 2004 Christmas isn't the same with my Benny I hope he is happy at the bridge. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Hannah Posted December 14, 2004 Share Posted December 14, 2004 pass the tissues Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
patricia Posted December 14, 2004 Share Posted December 14, 2004 Tissues please...Run free sweet babes of ours... 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...
scullysmum Posted December 14, 2004 Share Posted December 14, 2004 Thank you. I am really missing my angels this year. Quote <p>"One day I hope to be the person my dog thinks I am"Sadi's Pet Pages Sadi's Greyhound Data PageMulder1/9/95-21/3/04 Scully1/9/95-16/2/05Sadi 7/4/99 - 23/6/13 CroftviewRGT Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Snowy8 Posted December 15, 2004 Share Posted December 15, 2004 You know, I miss mine a lot at this time of year...but having other greyhound friends and friends on Greytalk who have also lost puppers...helps a little. The worse Christmas was the year I lost Sadie-Grey, but at the same time it was the year I adopted Snowy & Pegasus. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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