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15-OCT-2010

GOODBYE MY BELOVED COMPANION

My Sadie passed away today around 10:00 A.M. She had been sick since last week and steadily got worse. Doc confirmed it was kidney failure this morning, so I took her in. We laid her to rest and she is no longer in pain.

However, I'm very sad right now. She was my little buddy, my shadow, my confidant, my companion and my little girl. I loved her so much and she is already missed terribly. Tears fall as I write this and it is going to take me a long time to get over it. I keep thinking I hear her scratching at the backdoor to be let back in. I think I hear her breathing and I look down and she isn't there under my feet as I work on the computer. No longer will she sleep next to my side. But one day, I'll meet her on the Rainbow Bridge and we will run together again forever.

Rest in Peace, my beautiful little Sadie Girl! I love you and I know you loved me. We made a great team. Zekie misses you too. He's right here beside me. One day we'll all be together again.

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Jola Dziubinska23-Oct-2010 23:55
I'm very sorry for your loss, my friend. I know how you loved Sadie and how much you'll miss her. My sincere condolences.
Chris21-Oct-2010 14:28
This is so hard after years of love from an animal - she had the best a dog could wish for with you! Max is 13 and I dread the event which only an animal ower can possibly understand.
Maaike Huizer21-Oct-2010 12:10
Oh Cindi, I am so sorry. She was in pain and you made the right decision, but that doesn't make it hurt less.
She was such a great and faithful friend.
Margaret Lew20-Oct-2010 02:18
I am very sorry for your loss, Cindi. How hard it must be to lose such a friend. . .
Kerry Tingley20-Oct-2010 01:14
I am so sorry. they really become part of our lives don't they? You were a wonderful Mom to her and she will live on through your photos and memories forever.
Guest 20-Oct-2010 00:53
Oh Cindi, I am so so sorry for your loss. They are best friends and family just as loved as any two legged version. My thoughts are with you... xo
carol j. phipps19-Oct-2010 23:49
Makes me weep, too, Cindi! Your writing is touching and strong. Sad day! So sorry for this loss! Beautiful words for a cherished companion. PEACE!
Guest 19-Oct-2010 21:03
I'm so sorry for your loss Cindi!
All my love and a very big hug.
Walter Otto Koenig19-Oct-2010 20:12
So sorry for your loss Cindi.
Guest 19-Oct-2010 13:36
So terribly sad for your loss, we know that our Tawney will one day join her too.
pkocinski19-Oct-2010 13:09
When I saw Sadie's picture here and read your words, tears came to my eyes. I know this feeling - it's hard. I am so sorry.
an nguyen19-Oct-2010 11:49
I share your sorrow , Cindi,
be courage ...
LynnH19-Oct-2010 11:30
I wish I was there to give you a big hug. It is always to sad for those of us who are left behind. You gave her a very good life and lots of love. She gave you the same, in return.
I'm crying now, because I have been through this a few times and it is not easy to get over. But you DO feel better on each day that passes. Cry your eyes out and in a little while, you won't have any tears left and it will be time to remember her fondly and smile when you think of her.
princess19-Oct-2010 11:28
I'm really sorry about your loss. So sad. My sincerest sympathies to you.
Yvonne19-Oct-2010 10:00
So sad...they are so much a part of us.
Stephanie19-Oct-2010 09:09
Just this side of heaven is a place called Rainbow Bridge.

When an animal dies that has been especially close to someone here, that pet goes to Rainbow Bridge.
There are meadows and hills for all of our special friends so they can run and play together.
There is plenty of food, water and sunshine, and our friends are warm and comfortable.

All the animals who had been ill and old are restored to health and vigor; those who were hurt or maimed are made whole and strong again, just as we remember them in our dreams of days and times gone by.
The animals are happy and content, except for one small thing; they each miss someone very special to them, who had to be left behind.

They all run and play together, but the day comes when one suddenly stops and looks into the distance. His bright eyes are intent; His eager body quivers. Suddenly he begins to run from the group, flying over the green grass, his legs carrying him faster and faster.

You have been spotted, and when you and your special friend finally meet, you cling together in joyous reunion, never to be parted again. The happy kisses rain upon your face; your hands again caress the beloved head, and you look once more into the trusting eyes of your pet, so long gone from your life but never absent from your heart.

Then you cross Rainbow Bridge together....

Cindi it is never easy to lose our best friend. I only wish I could wipe your tears away; but I can't see past mine after reading your beautiful dedication to Sadie. Heartfelt prayers and hugs coming your way.
Guenter Eh19-Oct-2010 09:05
As long s Sadie is in your heart, she`s not really dead...my deepest sympathy Cindi Hugs!
Guest 19-Oct-2010 08:44
So sorry to read , my deepest sympathy Cindi.
laine19-Oct-2010 08:36
Sorry to hear about Sadie, Cindi...never easy to lose a dear friend.
Mieke WA Minkjan19-Oct-2010 06:48
my condolences with the passing away of Sadie, wish you a lot of strength to cope with this sad loss of a faithful mate!
borisalex19-Oct-2010 05:28
You make me cry over your loss with your words! So sorry!!
Astrid Taen19-Oct-2010 05:23
Cindi, my condolences on Sadie's passing. Our companions are so loving, giving and will always be fondly remembered.
Ed Preston19-Oct-2010 05:04
So sorry for your loss, can't imagine the pain. :-(
Chad Ramsey19-Oct-2010 04:50
Awww.. :( So sad. Lots of love Cindi!
Jay Levin19-Oct-2010 03:40
Cindi, she was beautiful, and this is heartbreaking. My sincerest sympathies to you.
Inga Morozoff19-Oct-2010 03:26
My deepest and heartfelt condolences on Sadies passing.

They stay in our lives for a while,
Leave footprints on our hearts,
And we are never, ever the same.
Wolfgang Bluhm19-Oct-2010 03:07
Cindi, we are very sorry for this terrible loss. We will pray for comfort to come in ways we can't perhaps even imagine yet.
Herb 19-Oct-2010 02:54
So sorry about your loss
Coleen Perilloux Landry19-Oct-2010 02:37
Ohhh, Cindi, I am so sorry. I was hoping she would go on her own, which does not make it easier, but still easier than having to decide. Cry all you want and remember how much she will always mean to you.
Guest 19-Oct-2010 02:30
Cindi, heart felt thoughts and prayers to you.... it truly is like loosing a family member for they are! Jv
larose forest photos19-Oct-2010 02:29
Oh, I am really so sorry, Cindi. I fully understand what you are going through. She was a beautiful dog and at least she is not in pain anymore. My greatest sympathies.
Mike Stobbs19-Oct-2010 02:27
Words can't describe now I feel for you and Sadie...One day it will all come together......RIP Sadie.
Gayle P. Clement19-Oct-2010 01:58
I am so sorry for your loss, Cindi.
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