Carina has gone to the Bridge

[Logan]

Our longtime friend, Alicia (Albea), lost her Carina over the weekend at 14 years old. Carina was a very beautiful and special Golden Retriever.

Godspeed, Carina. We will all miss your beautiful face.

Logan

[Cinder & Smoke]

Dear Alicia ~

So Sorry to hear that that Carina was needed at The Bridge.

Take Comfort in these words that you posted for Leslie and Graham ...

FROM FRIEND TO FRIEND

You're giving me a special gift,
So sorrowfully endowed,
And through these last few cherished days,
Your courage makes me proud.
But really, love is knowing
When your best friend is in pain,
And understanding earthly acts
Will only be in vain.
So looking deep into your eyes,
Beyond, into your soul,
I see in you the magic, that will
Once more make me whole.
The strength that you possess,
Is why I look to you today,
To do this thing that must be done,
For it's the only way.
That strength is why I've followed you,
And chose you as my friend,
And why I've loved you all these years...
My partner 'til the end.
Please, understand just what this gift,
You're giving, means to me,
It gives me back the strength I've lost,
And all my dignity.
You take a stand on my behalf,
For that is what friends do.
And know that what you do is right,
For I believe it too.
So one last time, I breathe your scent,
And through your hand I feel,
The courage that's within you,
To now grant me this appeal.
Cut the leash that holds me here,
Dear friend, and let me run,
Once more a strong and steady dog,
My pain and struggle done.
And don't despair my passing,
For I won't be far away,
Forever here, within your heart,
And memory I'll stay.
I'll be there watching over you,
Your ever faithful friend,
And in your memories I'll run,
...a young dog once again.

(c) Karen Clouston

Rest In Peace, Carina.

{{{Hugs}}} for Alicia.

/s/ Phred

[Cincy'sMom]

RIP in Carina. You will be missed

[caseysmom]

Prayers for Alicia to ease her pain.

[Karen]

Carina was a very lovely and very loved girl. She was every once a golden girl - when we met her just last summer (2005), she didn't have a single grey hair. She was a leaner - to my delight, and only her difficulty on the stairs gave any hint of her age, as she was quite waggy, gracious, and demanding of attention from visitors!

There was never a golden girl more loved, and Alicia, you will be in our prayers.

Extra sunshine at the Rainbow bridge now
Carina is there in all her Golden glory
Shining dark eyes, ever-wagging tail
She watches over you now, sending you
Golden hairs and wet doggy kisses

[pitc9]

Rip Carina.

[lizbud]

Alicia, I am so sorry to hear about Carina. She had the best friend in
the world with you as her companion & caregiver. I'm glad that Phred re-
printed that lovely poem. Gentle hugs to you at this sad time.

Rest easy at Rainbow bridge Carina.

[K9soul]

I am so very sorry for your loss . I always enjoyed seeing Carina's warm golden smile in your signature. May she run like a puppy again in sunny fields at the Rainbow Bridge. What a beloved girl she will always be.

[dukedogsmom]

Rest peacefully, Carina. Your mama loves you and will always hold you close to her heart.

Alicia,
There are no words to ease your pain. Just know we're here for you.

[Dorothy39]

It's so sad to learn of another Wonderful Dog passing away

Phred's poem offering is such a genuine expression of how you must be feeling right now.

Please Accept My Sincere Condolences~ And Know that We Care and Understand~

May Corina Remain Forever Young ~at The Rainbow Bridge.

[K9karen]

Between Duke and Carina, I thought my tears were ebbing, until I read Phred's post.

Alicia, you know how I loved your Carina. She was one of the reasons I became active on PT and got Cody.

She was the perfect epitome of a sunny GR. I wish I could be with you. You were both blessed to have each other. my dear friend. I know Carina's memory will be in your heart and mind forever. I will never forget her either.

[wolf_Q]

I'm so sorry to hear about Carina. She was a beautiful, sweet dog. She will be missed. {{hugs}} to Alicia.

[AdoreMyDogs]

I am so very sorry to hear about your lovely girl. It hurts so bad to read that poem, but it makes such good sense.

You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. I am so very sorry and wish there were something that I could say that would ease the pain, but little does except time. Carina was such a precious, gorgeous golden girl.

[Sudilar]

Oh, Alicia, I am so very sorry for your great loss of Carina. She was a wonderful girl. I am glad that she lived a great life with you. My heart goes out to you. RIP, Carina.....go find Killian and Shiloh....they'll show you around the Bridge. Hugs and tears.

Oh, Phred, I just went back to read your post....I am in tears....big time.

[Albea]

I haven't been here for a very long time, this last months have been quite complicated, and didn't know until now that Logan had posted this message.
Thank you all for your remembrance of Carina. She was indeed a very sweet Golden girl, unfortunately her almost 14 year old body couldn't cope with all the health problems she had lately and I had to let her go.
She has left her pawprints in many hearts, especially mine.
Please give many hugs to all your pups from me.
Alicia