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She's gone - our Tsjip
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She's gone - our Tsjip |
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Titia Geertman Member Ascendant
since 2001-05-07
Posts 5182Netherlands 
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 Joined together today in spirit, in the fields of the unknown Leaving us behind with mem'ries, of the love that they have shown Tsjip and Sarah were two dogs, whom we never will forget Both had such a lovely character, they were wonderful as a pet Sarah was a dog so tender, one could only love this girl Tsjip was just a rebelleous teen, but in heart a precious pearl We're feeling sad, without the grieve, for Tsjip it was the end She couldn't walk, she couldn't play, the way for dogs was planned Today she died in peace, she did, while laying under her tree One little shot, that was enough, to let her spirit go free She joined her sister Sarah, they will roam the fields above We're closing this chapter of two dogs, to whom we fell in love November 5, 2003 and June 15, 2004 May they rest in peace our Sarah and Tsjip Like scattered leaves...my words will flow |
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icebox Member Elite
since 2003-05-03
Posts 4383in the shadows |
You know you will see her one day looking out through the eyes of another pup! Thank you for sharing this touching celebration of a life. |
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Duncan Member Ascendant
since 2001-08-07
Posts 5455 |
Thinking of you Titia... |
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Mysteria 
since 2001-03-07
Posts 18328British Columbia, Canada |
Titia, you have spoken of all your animals with such love and compassion, so that is a testiment to them having a wonderful life with you both. It is so hard to lose a pet, and even harder to decide to put one down as they can't speak for themselves. However, if they are loved, always the right decision is made for them, and God bless you for having been these wonderful pets owner. A heart hug is sent your way. What a lovely tribute to a friend. |
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iliana Member Patricius
since 2003-12-05
Posts 13434USA |
Titia, my heart goes out to you. |
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Enchantress Member Empyrean
since 2001-08-14
Posts 35113Canada eh. |
Sending you heart hugs Titia~ |
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SEA
Moderator
Member Seraphic
since 2000-01-18
Posts 22676with you |
I'm a mess of tears now.... (((HUGS))) for you  |
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Poet deVine
Administrator
Member Seraphic
since 1999-05-26
Posts 22612Hurricane Alley |
Oh my gosh..I'm so sorry Titia....they both looked like they had so much character! Hugs for you my dear...it's hard losing a friend. Now I need to wipe my tears. I wish I could send you a puppy! |
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Sunshine
Administrator
Member Empyrean
since 1999-06-25
Posts 63354Listening to every heart |
Yes, what icebox said... Such a tender, loving write, Titia. No wonder they didn't stray, but stayed close to home and love. One day, someday, their loving natures will reside in another pup... and you will know how that pup found his or her way to you...  |
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catalinamoon
since 2000-06-03
Posts 9543The Shores of Alone |
Oh, I am sending tears and hugs to you. I know how hard this is. Lovely memorial to your babies. Sandra |
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Nightshade
since 2001-08-31
Posts 13962just out of reach |
Our pets are so precious to us. I am sorry for your loss Titia. Hugging you, Chris |
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JamesMichael Member Empyrean
since 1999-11-16
Posts 33336Kapolei, Hawaii, USA |
Nice writing...hugs...James |
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Larry C
since 2001-09-10
Posts 10286United States |
Titia, I lost my dog of near sixteen years last month. It is a sorrowful day with many tears I am sure. Telling of your tenderness. But precious memories remain. I am thinking of you at your time of loss. God bless. Peace. If tears could build a stairway and memories a lane, I'd walk right up to heaven and bring you home again. |
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NewEnglandlazurlu Member Rara Avis
since 2002-01-04
Posts 7470A Mountain Paradise |
Oh Titia, I am so sorry. I know how much you loved those pups. A beautiful tribute to them my friend. With sorrow and tears, Marti |
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Balladeer
Administrator
Member Empyrean
since 1999-06-05
Posts 25505Ft. Lauderdale, Fl USA |
It can be one of the most devastating feelings there is. You are looking at it the right way, dear lady. Your pets have found peace and they were blessed to have such a wonderful person like you to care for them for so many years....may they rest in peace  |
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Nan
Administrator
Member Seraphic
since 1999-05-20
Posts 21191Cape Cod Massachusetts USA |
Your pups were blessed to have had you as their human mom, my friend... What dog's life could ask for more? I'm so sorry you've lost them, Titia - They look like quite the dynamic duo indeed...  |
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scorpio Member Ascendant
since 2002-10-02
Posts 5178right...there |
I'm very sorry Titia. They looked like wonderful pets. I'm truly sorry for your loss. believe in what your heart feels... |
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Dark Angel Member Patricius
since 1999-08-04
Posts 10095 |
I'm so sorry Titia... Maree. The clouds never expect it when it rains, but the sea, changes colour, but the sea, does not change. |
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Kit McCallum
Administrator
Member Laureate
since 2000-04-30
Posts 14774Ontario, Canada |
Oh, Titia ... I'm so sorry. Please know that I understand all too well how you feel tonight. My heart hurts with yours. The kind of unconditional love and devotion that a pet brings into our world is amazing isn’t it? Of the many poems I've posted to the main site, some of the most beautiful and heartfelt comments I've received are from those I have written on the loss of a pet. Each time I hear of the love and loss others have encountered, it warms my heart to know that I am not alone in these feelings. They truly do become such a big part of our families. Please take care, and know that you and your family are in my thoughts. Best wishes and hugs, /Kit |
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muted
since 2004-01-15
Posts 2949Elapsing, Eclipsing, Evolving |
a beautiful loving poem i know you'll miss them much |
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HopeS Member Elite
since 2000-12-22
Posts 4596Perth Western Australia |
Hugs Titia , so sad for your loss of your wonderful girls ... I know how sad this can be , we had to put our sweet little girl to rest last year , she was almost 16 Hope |
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Midnitesun
since 2001-05-18
Posts 28647Gaia |
Warmest hugs to you, Titia. I'm glad you have good memories to hold onto, forever.  |
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Titia Geertman Member Ascendant
since 2001-05-07
Posts 5182Netherlands |
Thank you so much for your heartwarming comments. It's an empty house and that's a sad feeling because they had to go too soon at the age of 8. But we know we did the best thing for Tsjip. Although her mind was playful as ever, her body just let go with this disease she had and our minds are at peace with the decision we made to put her down. Sure we will have a new dog, but not this very moment, because Tsjip took all our time the last few months when we couldn't leave her alone anymore. So many things that had to be done around the house, we lay aside and we will attend to them now. Titia Like scattered leaves...my words will flow |
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Toerag Member Ascendant
since 1999-07-29
Posts 5622Ala bam a |
Titia......if anyone can possibly think they aren't "man's best friend"...they just have never lost one.....lovely tribute lady....know the feeling you have... |
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Janet Marie Member Laureate
since 2000-01-22
Posts 18554 |
Oh, I'm so sorry Titia...you've done her and her sister a lovely justice with this tribute. heart-hugs People come & go in our lives but the memories & poetry remain... |
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Seymour Tabin Member Empyrean
since 1999-07-07
Posts 31720Tamarac Fla |
Titia, I lost my pet cat a while ago, but I often feel her curled up in my lap when I fall asleep in my chair. |
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Marge Tindal
since 1999-11-06
Posts 42384Florida's Foreverly Shores |
OhSweetie~ I feel your loss so intensely this moment~ I came in here because you emailed me and I wanted to share with you. I KNOW just how much you loved your babies ... and they are always, but always our babies, aren't they ? You are a giving, caring lady ... with a heart as big as any I've ever known~ My thoughts are with you dearest friend~ As you know, I lost my aunt yesterday~ As she had been in critical care for some time ... the decision was made by those who loved her most, her husband, son and sisters, to 'let her go'~ So, she went peacefully and now is at home with her Lord and Savior, breathing peacefully for the first time in a long time~ Love you and will be in touch~  *Huglets* ~*Marge*~ ~*When the heart grieves over what it has lost, |
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garysgirl
since 2002-09-29
Posts 19237Florida, USA |
Titia, I'm so sorry about your baby. I understand how close we can become to our pets. They love us completely and unconditionally. I honestly don't know how I would cope right now without my little four-legged baby. He is my friend and really does feel like my baby to me. I hope that you can feel my compassion through space, and the heart hugs that I'm sending to you right now. Ethel |
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suthern
since 1999-07-29
Posts 20723Louisiana |
Big hugs, my friend... my heart grieves with you. |
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Sadelite Member Elite
since 2003-10-11
Posts 2519 |
Sorry to hear of your loss, Titia. Last week we lost Sammy, our 14 year old lab and, silly as it may sound, our "pet cow", Dirty Face, probably about 18 years old.(Actually, she was a kind of a pet because she was the first of our herd.) When it rains, it seems to pour sometimes. Wishing you pretty thoughts and memories... sadelite |
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passing shadows Member Empyrean
since 1999-08-26
Posts 45577displaced |
 oh Titia....I am so sorry for your loss...I know how hard it is...I've lost a few beloved pets in my day. My heart is with you. |
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Rick Member Elite
since 2001-06-21
Posts 2903Victoria, Australia |
Titia, this was wonderful, I have dogs myself and have buried many which I loved, it is a shame they do not live for longer. Take care my friend, I hope you can find others as they you have lost. Sincerely Rick |
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