Sophie

I am so sorry to hear about Sophie! She was so sweet!...Rest in peace, dear Sophie! :(

So many beautiful tributes and memories to a special little soul... In a world with so much trouble, a spark of hope shines that so many would be touched by the stories of one Sophie, ebony bunny extraordinaire, and brought to tears by her untimely passing!

The sadness of loss bespeaks the strength of love that preceeded it. We are all blessed to know such love, sweet Sophie, thanks for bringing sunshine into so many lives, dear Tonya, thanks for sharing part of her life with us!

Our thoughts are with you - Ritz sends a big tuxedo headbumpie and purr your way. :(

Karen , that was a very special poem ...! It brought tears in my eyes ...! Little miz Sophie , you must have been a real special bun ; so many friends here wrote you a note here ; amazing !

Have fun at the RB ! Be sure to say hi to my sweetie overthere , SYDNEY !

Oh, Zippy kat, I am so sorry for your loss. I did not even know Sophie and I am crying while reading all the wonderful tributes of her. She must have been one super special bunny, and you will meet up with her again later at the RB.
As the pain subsides you will have such great mamories of her. Take care.

As I sit here with tears rolling down my face, I remember the first time I seen beautiful Sophie. I couldn't believe when I'd read your posts that a person could love a bunny so much, but over time I've grown to love her too. She will truly be missed by everyone on this board. If you ever need anything, we're here for you.
Please accept my sincere condolences.
Anna, Angus, Roxey & Huney

R.I.P. SWEET SOPHIE

With Tears streaming down my face: a little dedication to the Princess of Parsley.


God Speed to the Bridge Miz Princess Sophie. We love you and miss you. Find all the PetTalk family members that you loved thru your mom and kiss them for us. Shaianne baby, Take care of the Miz Sophie!


Tonya please go to www.petloss.com and maybe you can find some comfort there.

Dear Tonya ~

I'm So Sorry.

:(

My tears are making typing difficult -
I'll try to do better later...

Please know that ALL of us are grieving with you -

Miss Sophie will always be our Favorite Bunny.

/s/ Phred :(

Zippy,

I am shocked to hear about Sophie and more upset than I can say. She, and you, inspired me to take in Casey, my elderly lady who so much looks and acts like she's Sophie's twin. My heart breaks for you and what you've been through. I know that time you took off from work really was one of the best things you could have done for her and yourself, and shows so much love.

I think Sophie is probably having a great time up on Rainbow Bridge playing with my Suzie, and beloved bunnies from our sanctuary.

I hope some day, when the time is right, you will see a way to adopt another bunny.... I believe they truly help us heal.
My prayers are with you. :(

So sorry about Sophie. ((HUGS))

I don't know how many people noticed me yesterday as I walked first with Hannah and then Tucker, but I was talking quietly as I walked to our Sophie in the Sky. What was said was between Sophie and me. Tonya, I guess you can tell how much we loved the little girl we learned to know through you. If it hurts this much for us to know she is gone, we can hardly imagine how much it hurts for you. I only hope that our sharing your sorrow is of some comfort to you. There will be times you want to talk about this and times you don't. Please know that we are here for you anytime you do, either in this forum or privately.

miz tonya, dis is leonardo, miz sophie's birfday frin. i asked mawmee and she said we can do dis. on my birfday next year we will light an extra candle for mis sophie so she will see we still love her and want to help her wif her birfday party at da rainbow bridge. we have alreddy marked da calender thingy and made a note. i asked mawmee why miz sophie had ta go. she said sometimes god takes da most special animals early because he needs them for some very special reason, maybe a little child needs some extra comfort only a special animal can help wif obber dare an someday god will splane it all to us when we are all dare together forever.
bye for now miz sophie til we meet ober dare.
leonardo:(

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Tonya,

I'm new to the board, but have been reading my e-mails and the posts here about Sophie, and you were in my prayers over the weekend. When I read the e-mail all I could think of was OH NO! I was weeping! I'm so sorry for your loss. As I read all of the posts I know your Sophie was very special to everybody!

Sylvia

{{{{{{Tonya}}}}}}
I can't even begin to say how sorry I am to hear about Sophie. I was praying so hard that she would beat the odds once more and was so saddened when I read the news this morning. No doubt she meant a lot to you because she also meant so much to all of us here. She was a true Pet Talk family pet, and will dearly be missed. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time and we are all here for you.


Weep not for me though I am gone into that gentle night.
Grieve if you will, but not for long upon my soul's sweet flight.
I am at peace, my soul's at rest
There is no need for tears.
For with your love I was so blessed.
For all those many years.
There is no pain, I suffer not,
The fear now all is gone.
Put now these things out of your thoughts,
In your memory I live on.
Remember not my fight for breath
Remember not the strife.
Please do not dwell upon my death,
But celebrate my life.

Copyright 1992 Constance Jenkins, All Rights Reserved

Thank you everyone.

Yesterday, as I burried my heart in the backyard, I decided I wasn't going to post anymore. Though this is my 'second home' I feel strangely out of place; this is a pet board and I have just a gentle (raw) memory. Before I go, I just wanted to tell you all how continually amazed I am by your offering of love and support. All of these posts are absolutely beautiful. Miz Sophie would be blushing by now and to make Miz Sophie, the bold -sometimes brash- bunster, blush is quite a feat! I cherish each and every post--I have printed them out and will treasure them forever.

I have always, always, always considered myself a cat person...but not any longer. That Miz Sophie *thumped* the lagomorphs into my heart and soul; I am officially a bunnie person. She had such a vivacious personality--rarely frightened, thumping when royally PO'd, begging at the fridge for carrots, runnin' full tilt everytime she heard the treat bag rattle, standing in front of the ocilating fan--ears a' flappin' in the breeze, a weakness for nose skritches, and a sucker for kissie sessions (or maybe that last one was me....).

I keep waiting to feel nudges on my ankles, the kisses on my nose, her whiskers brush against my skin... and it's just gone! No noise from the cage, no grunts from the food bowl, no purring from the floor ... no noise of any kind. The cage, the room, the house, (and my heart) are entirely too quiet.

Syldion, I feel so honored for Sophie to "have" your very first post. I am truly in awe of how many people this lil' bun touched; I never realized there were so many. I heartfully thank you for your prayers and well wishes. You will love pet talk and its family.

The Fed Ex man just delivered 15lbs of oat hay, 5lbs of timmy hay, and a treat basket; I haven't the heart to return them.

Last night, I could've swore I felt her on my pillow. Her cage is still up, the door still open.... should her spirit come to visit, I want her to know she is still welcome.

To all my friends here, I send much love. Please feel free to contact me by email ( [email protected] or [email protected] ), by phone, or by address. Perhaps one day, I'll be back with a new furbabe to share with you. Until then, you have my love and best wishes.

A few words of wisdom, taught to me by a certain somebunnie...

Getz into trubblez often but lookz cutiez whenz you doz-
Whenz sumbunniez cryin', jist kizz da tearz awayz-
Poopin' on da bedz will onlee getz you sentz to yer cage-
Peein' on pillowz getz da same resultz-
Neber turn downz a gud snugglez 'n ear skritch-
If it rattlez, den itz prolly gotz treatz in it-
Lifez much betterz when you iz houzebrokenz-
Whenz in doubtiez, chew da blanketz 'n carpetz-
Carrotz iz gud, Parzley iz betterz-
Da fridgeagator iz greedy an keepz doze guyz in hiz belly-
Tinker-kat eatz hay; headbuttz her ennie chanze you getz-
Boxer-dog-Sara iz a fraidypup, chaze her 'n laffz-
Makez a mezz when eatin' strawberriez, it lookz bloodie and grozzez mom outiez-

Sum timez, you just gotta *tHuMpZ*



Love always,
Zippy-kat (aka Tonya)

(For those on the Christmas List, don't fret--it'll be taken care of.)

Awww, Tonya, my heart is breaking all over again but I certainly understand your need for a break. I firmly believe that was your sweet bun visiting you on your pillow. She will always be near by. Just because you can't see something (or someone) doesn't mean it doesn't exist. Don't be surprised if another furry face enters your life some day paw-picked by the Princess of Parsley herself. I plan to stay in touch so be forewarned.

oh this is just so sad!! :( :( Tonya I don't blame you for needing a break either. I do hope you decide to come back though. Did you get the email I sent you last night? I will definately keep in touch and I'm praying for you. I'm sure that Sophie did visit you last night.. because she would want you to know that she's ok now. ok I have to stop before I start to cry.. god bless.. :(

Tonya,

I understand the pain, although I can not say anything
that will take it away. Your heart has been ripped from
your body. I too felt totally "dis-connected" from everything
else in my life after I lost my Buddy. Believe me, we all
understand where you are right now. Please take care
of yourself and try to rest when you can. Please know
that you are loved by all here and remembered in our
prayers. Hugs from Liz & Smokey Joe.

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I grieve with you, Tonya.

I just found this thread... I only hope you find my sympathy... It feels like I have lost one of my own...:( Tonya I am sending my love and a hug... I am so sorry and I will be praying for you.

I also understand your need for a break. But, don't stay away forever - you are a big part of Pet Talk and you would be greatly missed. It is something how one bunny named Sohie could give us so many wonderful memories - we won't forget either of you anytime soon.

Dear Tonya ~ "Zippy" ~

Please remember ~

We can't and won't EVER forget either You -OR- our Miz Sophie...

http://www.imagestation.com/picture/...6/fd97cf8e.jpg

Take a short *break* if you feel you must;
but I think we'd all rather have you remain right here in Our Family ~
So that we can offer you our Comfort, our Sympathy, and our Love...

We'd like to help by grieving WITH you, not just for you.

Please - let us try to help.

/s/ Phred

I was trying to think of what to say and how to say it....but i must give credit to Phred...he said it best...you are part of the Pet Talk family...and we all want to support you....and help you get through this....
take a break if you must....but know that we are all here for you....PM us if you prefer...we understand...and want to be there for you....

I just found this thread. I am so sorry to hear about sweet Miz Sophie. She was a beautiful bunny..very soulful eyes, and gorgeous velvet fur. She will be greatly missed by us all. :(

Tonya, I can understand your desicion, and I respect it. It's very hard to lose a loved one, esp. someone as special as Miz Sophie was (and always will be, for all of us). I understand that it would be really hard to come here, to a place that reminds you of her so much. Please, take care of yourself, and as said, remember the good times. Reading yur post and seeing how much this hurts you, I admire that you came back and wrote us.

Feel free to contact me anytime you want to.

(((((((((((((((Tonya)))))))))))))))

Niina

Tonya , I can fully understand how you fell right now , and why you need a break ...! Miz Sophie was so very dear to you and everything here reminds you of her . So , if you wanna stay away for a while , we will all understand !!
I hope you will have another sweetheart one day ; lil Miz Sophie will send you one as soon as you are ready for it !
take care dear Tonya !

Yeah, when an animal dies (and I have had lots of them die), the best thing to do is just take a break from everything. That is what I did when I lost all my bunnies...and kitties...and doggies...and piggies....and hammies...and gerbils...and ratties...:rolleyes:well you get the point. You will still be one of Pet Talk's devoted posters! Miz Sophie will have a fun time up there when she meets my grandma! Boy is she a fun person! And when she meets Miss Perfect, Ciara, Snowball, Harriet, Guy, Guy JR, Mack, Max, Smokey, Shadow, Mickey, and all my other pets she will have fun too!! And with all the bunnies up there they will probably make her QUEEN of Parsley!! Anyway, Miz Sophie will see you again...just you wait...

Quote:

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Originally posted by Cinder & Smoke
Dear Tonya ~ "Zippy" ~

Please remember ~

We can't and won't EVER forget either You -OR- our Miz Sophie...

http://www.imagestation.com/picture/...6/fd97cf8e.jpg

Take a short *break* if you feel you must;
but I think we'd all rather have you remain right here in Our Family ~
So that we can offer you our Comfort, our Sympathy, and our Love...

We'd like to help by grieving WITH you, not just for you.

Please - let us try to help.

/s/ Phred

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Thank you for this Phred. It also expresses what is in my heart today. Tonya, we love you and will miss you but do pray that when the time is right you will return. I know you have opened my eyes to the wonders of having a bun-bun for a pet. I only wish we could have had more time to get to know Ms. Sophie even better. (((((HUGS)))))

Tonya, take care! Hope you'll come back to your PT family one day - we will all miss you! - And remember, we're here for you! :)

Hi Tonya...Me and the kids, Boy Boy and Girl Girl, send our deepest sympathy to you. You have always been a resource for me with my bunnies and I know Sophie had a GREAT life. My prayers to you!

Jackie

My Sunny went to the Bridge over 15 yrs ago and he still comes to me sometimes at night and I can feel him on my shoulder. I'm sure Miz Sophie will not let you stay alone either.

Love,
Laurie

Dear Tonya,
I am so very sorry to hear about Miz Sophie. She was a very special part of all our lives thanks to the wonderful stories you have shared with us over the years. I can picture her giving her "THUMPZ" and demanding parsley. I can see her giving you bunny kisses and snuggling up with you.

I wish there was some way I could take the pain and loneliness away that you are feeling right now. I have been there and know how you feel like your whole world seems so empty now. Nothing I can say can make that go away but it is encouraging to know that in time the memories become sweeter again and the pain becomes less. You are a changed person because of the special love that a special bunny has shared with you. You are a richer person for being loved and loving one of God's creations so unconditionally. I can only imagine that there was a special reason God chose this time to take your much cherished loved one. I can see the angels all fussing over her right now.

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As for Pet Talk, take the time you need to grieve but remember that we all love you and want you to stay part of this caring community. In your heart you are a pet lover and that is what Pet Talk is all about. You have a lot to contribute to others who come into this world of sharing their love of animals. You know our pets as well as we knew yours and you are a part of their lives now. It would be an empty place if we never heard from you. And then.... on a magical day when the time is right, you will once again have another pet to share with all of us and we will all rejoice with you.

Prayers and Love,
Candy

{{{{{HUGS}}}}} http://www.imagestation.com/picture/...a/fd21d584.jpg

Tonya, all of us here feel your pain. Can you stay (after you take a break) and help US? I am so sorry.

Oh dear Tonnya - I've just returned from hospital and what's the first thing I read on Pet Talk - 'our' Tonya's thinking of leaving us!
Please, please take a break but 'this' is your family - this is where you belong - Don't go. WE need you {{{{{HUGS}}}}}

Lynne

Tonya- I am so sorry about the loss of poor Sophie. You did everything you could to help her. I hope after you have had some time to grieve you will stay with us at PT.

Tonya, I also agree that you should take a break from Pet Talk but I sure hope that it won't be a premanent one. You are a big part of the Pet Talk community. It just wouldn't be the same here without you. Take care. {{{{HUGS}}}}

wow... all i can say is wow. that really took me by surprise. im sitting here almost in tears. i feel so sorry. my deepest deepest deepest sympathies go out to you and sophie. she will never forget you tonya, you were so good to her. anyway, im so sorry for your loss i cannot express how i feel.
~bEsT wIsHeS~
ILMAG

I didn't see this thread til now... I am so sorry for your dear Sophie.

yes I do believe that pets spirits visit, at least thats what I think. I have felt my Cookie's presence at times.

i'm so so sorry!!:( :( :( :( :( :(

Tonya, I didn't see the thread until today. I'm so sorry for your loss. Losing a pet is so difficult. I hope Sophie is hopping abound at the Bridge playing tag with all the other pets.