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Baren (02/23/88-05/10/99)
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Baren (02/23/88-05/10/99) |
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Kit McCallum
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since 2000-04-30
Posts 14774Ontario, Canada 
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~BAREN~ (Feb. 23, 1988 - May 10, 1999) Upon this day I reminisce With sadness and regret The loss of my beloved Special "child" who was my pet. It's been a year of longing Wishing you'd return to me ... For though you left one year ago, I cannot "set you free". Though time has made it easier, To go from day to day ... No one can understand the "Special" role your life did play. For every day you were a part, Of love and joy and life ... You had a way that focussed me And lessoned daily strife. I'd hurry home to see your face, Behind that window pane; Where wiggles, hugs and cuddles Brightened up the worst of days. And now I sit, with eyes tear filled, You are not by my side; And when I see the window, It is bare and bleak inside. Emotions, they are raw today, I'm simply torn apart ... For hollow, wrenching feelings Tear apart this very heart. An emptiness, that's deeper than The oceans ... fill my soul; A painful hunger bites my Inner self beyond control. For though time healed the daily wounds I wore upon my sleeve, I shelter from the world outside Just what you meant to me. No children was I blessed to have, My womb was baren ... yet, You filled the void my darling one, My sweet and lovely pet. To me, you were more human Than some others I have known ... You gave such love and tenderness; T'was deep within your soul. Now spring is here, and little things We loved now cause me harm ... The walks we'd take around the yard No longer hold their charm. We're packing just to get away, And leave this home we've lived ... For without you to share this with, I get no joy from it. I see you as I turn each step, I watch for you each day ... Oh little one, I miss you so, ... Much more than words can say. In fond remembrance of Misty Feb. 23, 1988 - May 10, 1999) /Kit McCallum [This message has been edited by Kit McCallum (edited 05-10-2000).] |
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SEA 
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since 2000-01-18
Posts 22676with you |
Kit~ this brought tears to my eyes... I'm so sorry for your loss and understand the pain you speak of very well. This is a sweet tribute to Misty. -SEA |
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Kit McCallum
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since 2000-04-30
Posts 14774Ontario, Canada |
~SEA: Thank you SEA ... I've taken the day off to pack today, just needed some time alone ... having a rough one ... Much appreciation, /Kit |
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tracie66 Member Elite
since 2000-01-18
Posts 4713Australia |
Kit~ This was so lovely and yet sad, some poeple just don't understand what roles some pets make in some of our lives. They do become part of the family and I believe they know everything, they are more intelligent than we sometimes give them credit for. I totally understand your feelings and deep loss, you have lost an important member of the family and it deeply hurts  HUGS Tracie~ Love is the life of the soul... It is the harmony of the universe |
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Kit McCallum
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since 2000-04-30
Posts 14774Ontario, Canada |
~Tracie: Thank you for your thoughts and understanding. I sometimes feel so foolish when I hear "she was just a dog" ... thank you ... /Kit |
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Denise
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since 1999-08-22
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This is a beautifully touching tribute to your Misty...I know how attached one can become to a little pet especially if one had not been able to have a child. My heart goes out to you in your grief. HUGS Denise [This message has been edited by dsnyder (edited 05-10-2000).] |
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Martie
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since 1999-09-21
Posts 28049California |
I have had so many beloved pets...I understand this lovely tribute and send hugs to you this day. |
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Kit McCallum
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since 2000-04-30
Posts 14774Ontario, Canada |
~Denise: She was 90 pounds of pure Shepherd (but still my "little one") ... thank you for the hugs ... ~Martie: It's so comforting to know others understand ... thank you Martie ... With Much appreciation, /Kit |
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Marge Tindal
since 1999-11-06
Posts 42384Florida's Foreverly Shores |
Kit~ Understanding your loss and sending hugs your way. This 'critter-loving' heart has known the pain also. *Hugs* ~*Marge*~ ~*The pen of the poet never runs out of ink, as long as we breathe.*~ noles1@totcon.com |
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Kit McCallum
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since 2000-04-30
Posts 14774Ontario, Canada |
~Marge: From one critter-lovin' heart to another ... thank you. With appreciation, /Kit |
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Justbleu Member Elite
since 1999-08-31
Posts 3329Oregon, Originally From Alaska :) |
~Kit....this is such a special tribute to Misty!! I was rummaging around and found this!! I can tell she meant very much to you!! Heartfelt piece!! Very sad though!! Take Care!!!!! Bridgette  "Somewhere, somehow, it should be possible to touch someone and never let go again. To hold someone, not for a moment but forever." Unknown |
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