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I lost a friend today
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I lost a friend today |
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Rick Member Elite
since 2001-06-21
Posts 2903Victoria, Australia 
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Today I cried some tears of which have hidden deep inside Our dog of many, many years has joined the other side He had the eyes of love and peace, but health had slowly waned A heart of bad, no appetite, we saw and felt his pain I drove him to the vet today, to see what could be done But when I did, I choked on grief as God and death did come Our Prince, he had been quite, loving without spite Happy just to be a friend and do just only right But nine years were a lifetime, which slowly came to end A family member passed away and we had lost a friend I’ve said a little pray for him and buried him real near In a place where memories of Prince will come each year In loving memory of our dog Prince, a Cavalier King Charles, aged 9. |
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Sunshine
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Member Empyrean
since 1999-06-25
Posts 63354Listening to every heart |
Rick, this will touch so many who have lost a part of their four-legged family...a pet gives love so unconditionally, and your loss is shared by many... |
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Rick Member Elite
since 2001-06-21
Posts 2903Victoria, Australia |
Dear Sunshine, thanks for your quick reply, I had a RDO today for my daughter's 11th birthday and found that I had to have our friend of years put down, a long day indeed. Nice to share this with my friends. You don't relise how emotional you get in these situation. Thank you Sunshine, much appreciated. Sincerely Rick |
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Enchantress Member Empyrean
since 2001-08-14
Posts 35113Canada eh. |
Rick, So sorry about Prince. We have beeen there also, and had to have our pet of 15 years put down a while ago. It hurt terribly...they become, and are like a family member. In time the pain will ease and you will recall with smiles the happy times with your pooch. ~Hugs, Nancy~ |
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Tennessee Angel Senior Member
since 2000-06-03
Posts 661Tennessee |
Oh, Rick, I am so sorry for your loss. Your family will be in my thoughts. |
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Seymour Tabin Member Empyrean
since 1999-07-07
Posts 31720Tamarac Fla |
Rick, A write good enough for a Prince. |
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sunshinemist Senior Member
since 2001-09-29
Posts 595Fl. sunshines early mist |
Rick, A beautiful tribute to a loyal friend.  I have had 3 dogs of my own. They are indeed family. Sorry for your loss. Warm smiles, Marie |
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Poet deVine
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Member Seraphic
since 1999-05-26
Posts 22612Hurricane Alley |
I couldn't finish your poem, I will do so later at home (I'm at work). But wanted you to know that I know how you feel. Our pets become a part of the family and their death affects us as such. |
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Sleepyhead New Member
since 2001-09-21
Posts 6 |
A nice epitaph for a faithful friend. Sleepy |
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Cpat Hair
since 2001-06-05
Posts 11793 |
my heart to you and yours...the loss of a pet..and a long term one at that is very difficult and painful... very nice tribute to your friend.... my sympathy for your loss... |
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nakdthoughts Member Laureate
since 2000-10-29
Posts 19200Between the Lines |
hugssssss...I know the loss of a good friend as was Prince. and felt your love of him...through your words ~Wynter |
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Rick Member Elite
since 2001-06-21
Posts 2903Victoria, Australia |
Dear Everyone, thank you all for your kind words and sympathy, my friend will stay on my mind for a long time yet and his memory will always linger. It is great to be able to share in times of sadness and joy with you my friends. May you all stay well and inspired. Sincerely Rick |
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Larry C
since 2001-09-10
Posts 10286United States |
Rick, Nice tribute to a good friend. Our cocker is 13...thanks for the poem. Larry C |
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Startime Member Ascendant
since 2000-10-03
Posts 5918Canada |
*sigh* my heart goes out to you for the loss you had to endure. Pets can become such a part of us. You have written your feelings very well. Love I leave with you whether it is in your life now or yet the essense of your dreams. |
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rwood Member Elite
since 2000-02-29
Posts 3793Tennessee |
I'm so sorry Rick....I lost a friend two years ago...I still tear whenever I see his picture....I have a new baby...and she is so sweet...but I still miss my buddy. They are our most loyal family. {{{Hugs to you}}} God Bless your lovely heart. Sincerely, Regina |
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RSWells Member Elite
since 2001-06-17
Posts 2533 |
God bless his soul, and despite passages to the contrary I believe our pets have them. As a youth I had a mutt, Duchess who was my constant companion. She lived a content and tail wagging fifteen years. My mother wrote a tear jerking poem in tribute and you remind me to encourage her finding it. Last May I buried Buster my cat who would have reached twenty had he lasted a few more months. I look forward to another companion to see me the rest of the way. "Happy people have no history" - French Proverb |
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SmartChick Member Rara Avis
since 2001-09-23
Posts 7081On A Journey To The Unknown |
I am so sorry about your dog, Prince. |
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Elizabeth
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Member Ascendant
since 1999-06-07
Posts 6871Minnesota |
This is well written and I am sure you will see Prince again one day! God bless America, my home sweet home. |
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Magnus
since 2001-10-10
Posts 14135South Carolina, USA |
Rick, after 53 years of my life having pets almost every day of it has been a blessing. I too grieve over each that I have left behind. They each were a strong part of my life and growth. I know your grief and I have great empathy toward your situation. thank you for sharing these moments with me. |
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Nightshade
since 2001-08-31
Posts 13962just out of reach |
Rick, this is a lovely tribute to your beloved pal. We too, had to put our Doberman, Goose to sleep when she was the age of nine. That was a few years ago now, but I still mourn her passing. She was just a kind and gentle dog to some, but to me she was my champion, my hero, my best friend. Thankyou for sharing this with all of us. Your "friend" is now running on fields of clouds. Chris Life is not measured by breaths you take, but by moments that take your breath away. |
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