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05-MAR-2006

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NEARING THE END

It has been a rough 10 days around here which is why I haven't been taking or posting photos.
Two days after I took Ben's birthday photo, and three days after I put Impulse the cat to sleep,
Ben pulled up lame when getting out of the car. An x-ray revealed bone cancer
in both of his front legs.

In all likelihood he doesn't have much time left.
To look at him you would never know. He is such a trooper
and he never complains despite the fact that
he can no longer take his walks in the woods and he
most likely will never go swimming again.
Still, his tail wags with boundless energy and that same eagerness to please.
For whatever time he has left here on earth it seems he is determined
to continue his mission to keep the world smiling.

I will miss him desperately, but as Pic Chick said,
I wouldn't have it any other way.
I am far richer for having had Ben in my life.

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Guest		24-Mar-2006 03:59
Ben will surely be missed.

Guest		16-Mar-2006 12:23
he´s really sweet,and wish you find one equally loveable like Ben, thanks for sharing these wonderful shots.

Leo Charette		15-Mar-2006 20:21
I feel for you Liza. I had to put my yellow lab down a few months ago. I still open the door expecting to hear her tail thumping against the wall. They do add much to our lives. Beautiful portrait...take care.

Robin Reid		14-Mar-2006 20:58
Liza... my thought are with you.

Guest		13-Mar-2006 00:28
A rough time for you, Liza. They give us so much pleasure in their short lives, and it is so hard when they go. Take care.

Sondra Newman		12-Mar-2006 16:16
What a sweet face!! Enjoy the time you have left and spoil him. I dread this day with mine. GodSpeed, Ben.

Karen Stuebing		10-Mar-2006 12:32
This brought tears to my eyes. Treasure your friend and companion in his remaining days and remember that our pets will be there to greet us when we get to heaven.

Bob Floyd		09-Mar-2006 21:58
Wonderful photo of someone who is so obviously not your pet but rather your friend. My sympathies for the news. That is always tough to take.

Guest		09-Mar-2006 05:03
Such sad news.

shatterbug		08-Mar-2006 06:43
This is really sad news. You have my deepest sympathies. Btw, the shot is excellent! V.

Karen Leaf		08-Mar-2006 03:23
wiping away tears for both of you. xxooxx

De'Carr Studio		08-Mar-2006 03:21
Tender Image one can sense your emotional involvement. Best to Ben.

Robin Reid		07-Mar-2006 15:14
This is a powerful image. And maybe I'm projecting, but he does look sooo sad.

Robin Reid		07-Mar-2006 15:14
Liza... I'm stunned and saddened by your news. A long scratch behind the ears to Ben and a huge hug to you.

Gary Winters		07-Mar-2006 06:03
Oh dear...such sad news and such a sweet boy; I know your pain and extend my heart to you at this time.

Guest		06-Mar-2006 15:30
How can one ever let go of that sweet soulful face? How to die is the final lesson of life. We can all only hope to live and die as well as Ben.

Sharon Rogers		06-Mar-2006 12:05
Oh Lisa ... tears in my eyes here... Pic Chick said it all really.

June Marie Sobrito		06-Mar-2006 11:34
I am so sorry. I know how hard it is to say goodbye to our best friends...take care.

joshishots		06-Mar-2006 11:26
Such dreadful news, I have loved seeing and hearing about Ben in my time here om PBase, thoughts and wishes are with you in your remaining time together.

purpod		06-Mar-2006 04:16
What a dear sweet face of a bestest friend you've captured here ~ Lots of huggin's & prayers (& yes, you got a big vote on this gorgeous shot!!) May God Bless Ya'll!!

Guest		06-Mar-2006 03:37
I'm so sorry. He looks like he's an incredible sweetheart. Give him lots of pats and scritches behind the ears.

Pic Chick		06-Mar-2006 03:18
May your memories of life and fun with Ben help you through this difficult time. There's nothing easy about this, but they certainly make our lives full, knowing we will have to face this someday. I feel your pain and dread the day we go through this, but I would never have it any other way. Take care.

Guest		06-Mar-2006 03:04
that is sad. i would miss portrait of this fella. :(

Guest		06-Mar-2006 02:53
Sorry for him i hope that he will be hapy for the time he go left.

Kimberley Hannaman Taylor		06-Mar-2006 02:30
"I have sometimes thought of the final cause of dogs having such short lives and I am quite satisified it is in compassion for the human race; for if we suffer so much in losing a dog after an acquaintance of ten or twelve years, what would it be if they were to live double that time? -- Sir Walter Scott Beautiful pic. Good boy Ben. KHT (sob)

Jen Bixler		06-Mar-2006 02:23
Sorry to hear this. What a sweet photo.

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