I will see you again someday, Buster...

 Anyone who has ever had a heart dog understands the awful pain of losing one.  I am so sorry for your loss, but I know that idog's Rainbow Bridge Welcoming Committee is there to help Buster adjust to the long wait until he runs back into your loving arms. 

georgie4682

I started crying this morning when they mentioned greyhound buses on the radio, lol.  I thought I was ok and then at the end of the commercial, I just broke down.

It was a while before the pain of letting Misty go subsided. You never forget, you don't get over it, you just get on with it. And having Shadow to care for gave me an outlet, especially when he was being goofy. Sometimes, you can't help but watch him and giggle. So, seeing other dogs, while reminding you of Buster, will also show you that life goes on. We lick our wounds and keep on running, even if it's on three legs instead of four, or with one eye or a mangled ear.

When my first wife passed away, it was over a year before I was decent company for anyone but I was young and strong then and bound to recover fairly quickly.

So, yeah, it's going to hurt for a while but you will be okay. I am reminded of a line from "GI Jane." From Viggo Mortensen, who plays the Master CPO in charge of bud/S. "Pain lets you know that you are still alive."

 Another dear friend of mine lost her dog this weekend -- and i told her yesterday that grieving is the best "memorial' to them we can make.  Because if it were "easy" to let them go it would mean they hadn't meant much TO us.

The first few days are SO raw and sore -- and yeah, even the 'I'm so sorry' just dumps you into the abyss.  Then it will be seeing toys or "stuff" (my old prissy LOVED Pringles - and to this day 20 years later I'm STILL thinking of her every time I see that red can!!).  

Take your time -- those of us who understand DO TRULY **understand**.  Those that don't are flatly clueless so don't worry about them.  Just keep breathing -- and keep on keeping on.  

He WAS worth it.  He was worth every single tear ... every single thought  ... every single bit of love.  You won't stop loving him -- but it will begin to not be quite so raw after a while but it TAKES time.  You are normal.  NO ... you are **wonderful** and it's no wonder he loved you so much!

 I am so sorry to read this - yet I know he is happy and healthy and running free and you have been blessed with him in your life as you grew to the wonderful woman you are

Run free Buster you were one for the ages 

GeorgAnne, my heart is with you and I'm sharing your tears.    I remember when he was first diagnosed.    I know every moment spent with  him, from the time you were just a little child, was special.    But these last two years were even MORE special, if that was even possible.   No, he didn't want to leave you.   No, you didn't want to leave him.   But life causes these things to happen.

I know how much it hurts - the way your bones don't even feel solid anymore.   Grieve for him but mostly REMEMBER him because the two of you will always love each other, even tho you have to be physically apart for awhile.

Callie's vision of the bridge - with Prissy and Foxy - is exactly how I see it.    All our sweeties are there enjoying their healed bodies and their healed minds - running and playing - and waiting.     Someday we'll walk over the bridge ourselves and our babies will be there jumping up and down and in your case letting out a very special "HIYA HIYA YOU"RE HERE !!!" greeting.    But until then we owe to it to them to live our lives and to be  happy - and to smile and laugh when we think of them.

Its been two years since Michelle passed and I have her photo on the fridge - I kiss it every morning and every night.    She's in her favorite bed looking up at me - just as I always remember her being when she was happiest, when she was making ME happiest.   That photo fills my heart and brings me peace.

I'm so sorry, Georgie (((hugs)))

Run free Buster, you'll be missed

A great tribute to Buster...his life story with you! 

Its coming up on a year next month that I lost my Bubblegum.... I still cry to think of her...and I always will...she was my heart. So I know what its like to loose your heart dog like Buster.

You gave Buster a wonderful life..and you gave him a wonderful end...you stayed with him and made his last moment secure and peaceful. Please be at peace for that.

Run free Buster. 

Callie, thank you so much for that story.  It took me a while to read it cause I kept crying, but it was worth it. 

You guys are a great comfort to me.  I have two friends who really get what I'm going through and they have done so much for me, I am so grateful to have them.

Today when DH and I came home from the store, Max brought me Buster's favorite toy.  I felt so bad.  He wonders where he is, although I think he knew Buster was sick.  He seems very sad and he and I are mourning this loss together.

 He brought you Buster's toy?  Oh man ... can it BE any ***plainer*** than that?  "Mom -- I miss him and I know YOU miss him -- he liked this and it smells like him.  This will make you feel better."

Rest assured -- the others "know".  They smelled the cancer and knew better than you did how it was progressing.  They also smelled his frustration.  

Max bringing you Buster's toy ... Georg let that be a SUPER super comfort to you -- I can think of nothing sweeter he could have done.  Wow -- whatta legacy Buster left!

Oh Georgie4682, I am so sorry! He was lucky to have you to love and care for him.

I am so sorry Georgie - i am sitting at my desk crying over your loss.  There was something about Buster that made me love him, just the look of him and the stories about him.  My thoughts are with you.

 What a wonderful life he had with you.  Thank you so much for sharing him with us.

Run free, Buster.

I just read this,  Georgie I am so sorry to hear about Buster.   I am sharing your tears today, and your smiles while reading all the wonderful things you told us about Buster.   I love how Callie paints a beautiful picture with her words, that is how I see the bridge.  I cant wait to see all our beloved pets when it is our turn to run free!  You will be in my thoughts and prayers, cry for your sweet one today and I promise a time will come when you can share his stories with pride not tears.   By the way how awesome that you have his greeting to keep you company from here on!

Buster find my sweet Shadow and give him sloppy kisses from his Mommy and Daddy!  Shadow loves to play ball and frisbee I am sure there is lots of games to play across the bridge.

Georgie, wow, I don't know what to say that hasn't already been said.  I feel like I knew Buster personally & my heart is breaking like I knew him personally.  Thank you for sharing him with us.  Runnnn free, Buster.  If you think of it, let the GSD mix catch you every once  in a while.  She loved to run.

((warmest hugs))

 I am so sorry to hear about handsome  Buster. Thank you for sharing his story & know that we are all here for you in your time of pain. Hang in there and remember the love he gave to you & you to him, all the good times. I'm sure he had many wonderful years with you and yes, you'll see him again, I am sure of this.   HUGS