Sherman's Memorial thread

[caseysmom]

I am so sorry, I am ashamed I missed this, I don't get over to the health section very much. I am so sorry, I went back and read your saga and it is truly heartbreaking. You did so much to help your boy I hope he plays hard and pain free at the bridge, RIP Sherman you sweet handsome boy.

[K9karen]

Have a safe trip to the Bridge, Sherman darling. You brought such happiness to everyone. I'm relieved you're not suffering anymore. My RB Cody will guide you and watch over you.

[Karen]

Dance, dear Sherman, dance in the light
Let the sunshine sparkle off your glitter-dusted coat
Let your smile, always ready, shine down on us all
And dance, sweet boy, with furry delight

Dance, sweet Shermie, with that husky wiggle
Let the fur fly - it always gave Mom a giggle
Dance, dear Sherman, dance in the light
Gone dark here on earth, but shining in heaven bright

Dance in the light, golden furry sweet boy
Let us all forget the sorrow, and just remember the joy
Moments of elegance, of goofiness, of fun
Though your time on earth is over, you'll live on in everyone

Dance in our hearts, dear sweet Sherman, now
Send comfort to your human folks, Pat and Jo-Joe
Tell Star, your sister left behind, to keep them extra close
Dance in the light, dear Sherman, and how

Dance in the hearts of everyone you knew
And even in the hearts of those far away, too
Love shone in your bright eyes, it always shone through
Peanut butter kisses, hugs and love we send to you.

* * * *
Down here on earth
In bird's nests in two states
Fledglings will grow strong
In nests lined with Sherman fur
It will keep them safe and warm
And when they grow strong and fly free
Another bit of love you left
Will grace the earth still
In birdsong at dawn

[crow_noir]

Wow Karen, those are beautiful!

Nice work.

(and you made me all sniffly again.)

Dance, dear Sherman, dance in the light
Let the sunshine sparkle off your glitter-dusted coat
Let your smile, always ready, shine down on us all
And dance, sweet boy, with furry delight

Dance, sweet Shermie, with that husky wiggle
Let the fur fly - it always gave Mom a giggle
Dance, dear Sherman, dance in the light
Gone dark here on earth, but shining in heaven bright

Dance in the light, golden furry sweet boy
Let us all forget the sorrow, and just remember the joy
Moments of elegance, of goofiness, of fun
Though your time on earth is over, you'll live on in everyone

Dance in our hearts, dear sweet Sherman, now
Send comfort to your human folks, Pat and Jo-Joe
Tell Star, your sister left behind, to keep them extra close
Dance in the light, dear Sherman, and how

Dance in the hearts of everyone you knew
And even in the hearts of those far away, too
Love shone in your bright eyes, it always shone through
Peanut butter kisses, hugs and love we send to you.

* * * *
Down here on earth
In bird's nests in two states
Fledglings will grow strong
In nests lined with Sherman fur
It will keep them safe and warm
And when they grow strong and fly free
Another bit of love you left
Will grace the earth still
In birdsong at dawn

[CathyBogart]

Sherman, I'm glad you're feeling better now dear boy. Look after your family from up there at the Bridge, okay? Breathe easy, handsome boy.

[Logan]

Sherman, I never knew you, but you certainly have captured the hearts of many loving people besides your own family.

Pat, please know that you and your family are in our prayers as you deal with this loss. I wish I didn't know your heartache so well, but I do.

Logan

[cyber-sibes]

Wow. And here I thought we had cried till we couldn't cry anymore.

Thank you all for your words of comfort, for sharing your memories of Sherman & how much he means to you, thank you for the memorial sigs, the readings, and the poetry, and even for your "speechless" sorrows. I hope your happy memories of Sherman will ease the pain in your hearts, as well as in ours.

And Karen, your words are so very, very beautiful.
I have to tell you, in Sherman's last days, I sat with him on the floor, petting him and looking outside at sparrows collecting his fur. The looked so comical - birds with long Sherman-blond mustaches hopping along the ground. Your poem makes me smile.


A thick fog began to settle over the island last night just as we left the vets. This morning you can hardly see, and drops of moisture grace the needles of the evergreens outside our yard. We woke to the plaintiff sound of seagulls crying and the low moan of a fog horn off in the bay. It is as though his passing left this place shrouded and weeping.

I walked downstairs and it hit me again...the emptiness, the overwhelming sense of loss....I stood in the fog and cried.

I can't see him, but I know he is near. Star knows, too, she stopped and stared at his carpet, exactly where I lovingly stroked the air a moment earlier. He brought so much light into a room when he walked in. He had such an angelic face. He now has angel wings as well.

God bless you, Sherman, thank you for staying as long as you could.

[Dudster]

I am so very sorry for your loss.

[Cataholic]

Sweet Sherman, play hard.

[lizbud]

What a beautiful tribute to Sherman. I am so sorry he had to leave
but, like you, so glad he is no longer laboring just to breath. Rest in peace
sweet boy. Anyone who ever met Sherman in person, can tell you what a
special pup he was. Such a beautiful soul, inside & out. He will not be
forgotten. (((Hugs))) to Pat, JoJoe, and Star.


I'm Still Here

Friend, please don't mourn for me
I'm still here, though you don't see.
I'm right by your side each night and day
and within your heart I long to stay.

My body is gone but I'm always near.
I'm everything you feel, see or hear.
My spirit is free, but I'll never depart
as long as you keep me alive in your heart.

I'll never wander out of your sight-
I'm the brightest star on a summer night.
I'll never be beyond your reach-
I'm the warm moist sand when you're at the beach.

I'm the colorful leaves when fall comes around
and the pure white snow that blankets the ground.
I'm the beautiful flowers of which you're so fond,
The clear cool water in a quiet pond.

I'm the first bright blossom you'll see in the spring,
The first warm raindrop that April will bring.
I'm the first ray of light when the sun starts to shine,
and you'll see that the face in the moon is mine.

When you start thinking there's no one to love you,
you can talk to me through the Lord above you.
I'll whisper my answer through the leaves on the trees,
and you'll feel my presence in the soft summer breeze.

I'm the hot salty tears that flow when you weep
and the beautiful dreams that come while you sleep.
I'm the smile you see on a baby's face.
Just look for me, friend, I'm everyplace!

Author Unknown

[gini]

You will feel him by you - it will be so subtle that you could almost miss it.

It will be a flick of his tail or perhaps a brief cold nose - he will be checking on you to try to tell you that he is now alright - pain free and very grateful to you that you have relieved his suffering.

His love for you is unending - and he knows how much you loved him - the physical separation is only temporary - it's just God's way.

[Husky15]

I am so sorry, Sherman was a beautiful boy.

RIP, Sherman.

[Cinder & Smoke]

Dance in the Light, Sherman, Dance in the Light,
Dance with the Angels, Dance all Day and all Night ...
Dance in the Light.

Fly High, Dear Sherman ...
May the Fair Winds of God's Breath Fill Your Angel Wings.

Visit your Earthly Home each night, Dear Sherman;
Dry the Tears of Hu-Mom and Hu-Dad with the soft
flutter of your Angel Wings ...

Then visit you grieving Sister Star ~
Brush away her demons with your Wings,
that she might sleep the night ...

Now return to your Eternal Rest,
North of the Rainbow Bridge, your job well done.


Pat, JoJoe, and Star ...
Here's a HeartFelt {{{HUG}}} for each of you.

With Love,
/s/ Phred

[crow_noir]

Wow, that was really nice Phred!

[Taz_Zoee]

RIP Handsome Boy.