Beloved Duke is at RB...

[beeniesmom]

so sorry
tears :''''(

[caseysmom]

{{hugs}}

[Logan]

This has been a horrible time for you, Val. Duke's urn is just gorgeous.

I haven't been brave enough to bring out the beautiful wooden boxes that my Zipper, Murphy and Mimi are secured in. They are sitting safely in a closet, right now, all together. But we don't have their beautiful faces to look at, either.

Today was one year since our Murphy left us. I'm having a little problem with that memory, but I know that sweet girl is where she needed to be. I haven't even mentioned it to Scott (he is away). Wonder if he realizes the significance of today?

Logan

[kallisto4529]

Val, I just saw the post with Duke's Urn, it is simply just beautiful, what a wonderful way to have him with you always.

[cloverfdx]

Val {{Hugs}}.. Dukes urn is beautiful. I often think of how you and your sweet boy.

[My Peanuts]

OMG!

I haven't been on PT much and I completely missed this. I'm so sorry Val. I'm sitting here at work in tears. I really don't know what to say. I will miss Duke very much even though I never physically met him.

RIP Duke

[dukedogsmom]

My Dearest Duke,
A month ago today, I was trying to deal with the fact that I had to let you go. Spent that Saturday just laying with you, stroking your fur, telling you it was alright, that I was there for you when you started coughing. If I could have stopped time that day, I would have. There was never a good time to let you go. My heart still misses you so very much. I'm crying again because of your absence. I know you must have led me to Dasher. He really needs me right now. He's going to help my heart heal and I hope he heals from his illness, as well. He was so very sad when I first saw him. He's like a different dog now since he's away from the kennels.Even if he doesn't make it through the treatments, he will know what it was like to be cherished. Know that I will always hold a place in my heart just for you. You were my heart dog, my furry soulmate. Part of me will always long to be with you and see you again. I know you don't want me to feel guilty about feeling some happiness. Just remember that you will always be loved and remembered by me. You took part of me with you when you left. Keep it safe until we meet again, sweet doggie. Mama misses you so much.

[dukedogsmom]

My sweet dog. I'm missing you so much today. I have your dog bed in front of the window where you loved to lie for hours. I keep hoping to see you there. Sometimes I forget and look for you when I get home in the morning Then I remember. Every tear that falls is a reminder of you and how special you still are to me. As Christmas grows closer, I'm dreading it. I'm very thankful for Dasher. His goofiness makes me smile. I thank you for sending him to me. But, he's yet another reminder that you're no longer here and that kills me.

[Linda York]

I am sorry, I just read about Duke. For the years I have been coming this site, I always read your posts and looked at your pix of Duke. I felt like I knew you both. I am so very sorry for your loss. He was a beautiful boy. Please find some peace in knowing that he is no longer in pain, and is happy running healthy and free in the green grass at RB. I hope with every day that your pain lightens and you are filled with happy wonderful memories of your happy days with Duke. He had a wonderful life with you. You were very lucky to have each other.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

[dukedogsmom]

My dearest Duke,
It's Christmas morning and I'm missing you so much. I don't feel whole without you. Words can't describe how I feel. I hope you and all our RB special ones have a beautiful tree. Your present is part of my heart, which you took when you left me. One day, you can open it and we will be reunited. Until then, I can only hope to dream of you. I miss you so much, sweet doggie. *tears*
ETA: Just got done making my coffee. I keep it in the freezer because I don't make it a lot at home. I scooped it out and in the scoop was one of your hairs. I didn't want to turn it lose. I'm so glad I got a sign from you. I still hope to see you one day.

[sabies]

Still thinking of you Duke!

[dukedogsmom]

My sweet dog,
The year is almost gone. While others are celebrating a new year, I'll still be saying goodbye to you, I wish when the year left, so would the pain of missing you. You're always on my mind and in my heart. I miss you

[chocolatepuppy]

Val, yes the pain of losing Duke will still be with you into the new year. But hopefully as time passes, only good memories of Duke will shine through.
I hope your year in 2007 is a much better one, I know you had a really bad year. {hugs}

[kohala]

I know the feeling, dear heart - or how I felt, I should say - and I know how hard it has been for you. After the winter of your loss has passed, I hope the spring of renewal and the discovery of what was most precious in Duke will be found for you in a needing puppy's eyes.
It took me almost two and a half years, so I DO understand about holding on to and being held by dear ones memories, believe me.
God bless you and have a quiet, reflective and healing New Year's Eve.

From Ko and Spencer