Beloved Duke is at RB...

**caseysmom** · 11-13-2006, 01:20 AM

My candle is still burning for you Duke, in your memory I will burn it all through the season.

**dukedogsmom** · 11-13-2006, 04:18 AM

I can't sleep because I'm missing you so much. I keep thinking about you and all the things that made me love you. I've ordered a charm in your memory. When I saw it, I knew it was the perfect thing. It's a rawhide like the ones you loved. Those were your favorite. You would have one in your mouth when I got home from work, ready to play. I loved to play keepaway with you and you loved it, too. No one else would play because of your fierce growls. I would hold it up and ask you if you wanted it. I would say "Tell mama" and you wanted it so bad you couldn't even bark, just open your mouth. Then you would let me chase you around the house with it. You'd get in play bow position and I'd try to get it away from you. After a few "tries", I'd say "Ok, it's yours" and you'd settle down and happily chew. I'll wear this charm forever, sweet Duke, to remember you. I love you and miss you so.

Please come see me any time you want. Send me reminders of you. And when the time is right, send me a special dog that you've chosen for me to help ease the pain. The house and my heart are so empty right now. I don't know how I'm going to live these next few months. Part of me died with you yesterday.

I just ordered your urn. I've had this site bookmarked for a few years now (www.adirondackpeturns.com) because they are so special. I cropped this pic. It's been one of my favorites.

I think it really shows your personality. One day soon, I'll take a trip to the dog beach to remember you.

**Pawsitive Thinking** · 11-13-2006, 05:01 AM

I am so sorry your beloved Duke has gone. At least he is now happily playing at the Bridge and watching over you

**cloverfdx** · 11-13-2006, 06:34 AM

Val i have been trying to find the right words all day. I am truely sorry for your loss, Duke was such a special boy i always looked forward to seeing a new thread from you about your sweet man. He will be looking down on you, thanking you for all the good times and for being one special Mama. The charm is beautiful and perfect.

Sweet dream Duke, we love you mate.

**Sonia59** · 11-13-2006, 06:57 AM

I am so sorry for your loss Val. Your tribute to Duke and the charm are beautiful. Duke is a happy and healthy dog at the RB and he knows he will be in your heart forever.
RIP sweet Duke.
(((((Hugs)))))

**kt_luvs_kitties** · 11-13-2006, 10:13 PM

Val, I am so sorry to read about Duke. I never venture in the memorial section, or the dog section much, But when I saw this my heart dropped. I know it hurts so bad, but Duke was loved so much here on earth, and I know he is playing healthy and happy at the RB, waiting for you to be with him, one day. If you need anything, Pm me. *HUGS* from Katie and kittes

**wolfie** · 01-03-2007, 06:05 PM

I cried when I saw this thread. I am so sorry Val. I haven't been on PT in a year, but Duke was one of my favorite dogs, and I thought of him often. I saved the christmas card you sent us, it was my favorite that I have ever gotten. He was such an amazing dog.

*hugs* to you Val
-Rachel

**dukedogsmom** · 01-10-2007, 08:56 PM

I'm burning your candle for the first time tonight. Angie, thanks so much for lighting your St Francis one for Duke and for helping me find the statue, also.

I actually went the past two days without crying for you but tonight I'm making up for it. It's been almost two months since you left me and it still hurts so much. The only thing I'm thankful for is that it's now not a constant pain. My heart hurts from your absence. I know I've said it so many times but I'll never be me without you. I miss you, sweet Duke. I miss saying your name, seeing and hearing how happy you were to go for rides. Stay safe at the RB and wait for me, ok? I hope the time doesn't seem as long to you as it does to me.