Nanook is in the heavens above

[lv4dogs]

Yesterday afternoon I helped my best friend, my soul mate, my companion & my everything take his final journey... to the heavens above, the great rainbow bridge. It was for sure the hardest decision of my life but my boy was ready and he let me know.
This is also for sure the most difficult time in my life... ever. There is so much to say, It all happened so fast. No matter how much I seemed to be prepared I was far from it. I don"t even know where to begin and if I did I know I wouldn't know where to end. It's like my whole body, mind and soul are a fog, one that even mother nature is unable to lift. At least I am able to tell my Nooker Bean my thoughts right now and that is all tjhat matters for me at this moment in time. I thought I was more ready to talk about it but I guess I'm not. I swear I literally felt my heart shrink the moment he took his final breath, and it has yet to return to it's normal size, not even close. This is much harder than I ever expected it to be, much, mguch, much harder. I do know though, that he was the best companion anyone could ever ask for. He was certainly loved by everyone he met. I am so glad I got to share close to 16 long years with him, I was for certainly blessed that he chose me as his lifelong companion.

Rest in Peace my sweet Nooker Bean. I'm sure you'r up there running like a wild man in the green fields & woods. Meeting up with your many critter pals including your sister Kessa, your ferret friends, Banshee, Annie, Chaos & Biggie, all those ratkins you used to terrorize (please be nice to them lol) and so many other beloved pals. And not to mention all of our human friends & relatives. Grandma is waiting for you, you'r the oinly dog she's ever been fond of, and Gramps, I am sure he will be spoiling you with many long walks in the woods, lots of treats & plenty of pats. Please enjoy being happy, healthy & whole again, god knows you certainly deserve it. I promise you, we will meet again someday. I love you with all my heart my dearest best friend Nooker bean.

[Dorothy39]

You Have My Sincere Sympathy ~ Iv4dogs!!!

You typed a Beautiful Memorial for Nooker Bean!!!

{{{HUGS}}}}

[sasvermont]

Such a wonderful tribute. Tears they are a flowing.

RIP Nooker Bean........

[Corinna]

Major LES Hugs to you Sue.

[Vela]

I am so sorry, I somehow hoped to never see this here, even though it's not realistic to think that way. I know this hurts to lose someone who has been with you so long and who you have such a strong bond with, my best thoughts and wishes to you, I know you are heartbroken. Thankfully you have the love of your other companions to offer you some comfort but I know that's not even enough right now. I'm really very sorry.

[caseysmom]

I am so sorry.

[cloverfdx]

Ohhh Sue many hugs coming to you from across the miles {{Hugs}}. My heart is breaking for you . Rest easy Nanook, play hard at the RB sweetheart.

[Karen]

Oh, Nanook
You of the plushest fur and darkest eyes
Who kept your person's heart secure
Through so many troubled times
Sweet Nanook, who could shed a whole snowstorm
Who would tolerate soggy fur from human tears
Nanook of the North, well Northern New York, anyway
Rest in peace now sweet boy
Old age and pain is now behind you
And you are free to romp and play again
And watch over your mom, and all your siblings, okay
Keep them safe, and when the time is right
Send them a good snow, just from you.

[Cataholic]

My heart breaks for you and Nanook. I am so very sorry to hear of his passing. Hold on tightly to the memories. RIP, Nanook. You were much loved.

[Sevaede]

Oh no, I am so sorry!

I hope that at least the memories you have will serve a healing purpose as well. Nanook was very much loved and he loves you very much and only wants for you to be okay. He'll be back to check on you.

Major LES here.

[JenBKR]

Oh Sue, I am so very sorry. I knew that this was coming, but was hoping it wouldn't happen just yet. Treasure the memories that you have with Nanook. He lived a long and happy life thanks to you. Play hard at the bridge sweet boy, you will be sorely missed! ((((hugs))))

[CatLuvrs]

OMG I am so sorry {{{{{hugs!}}}} I was in tears by the end of this..... Again I am so sorry

[cyber-sibes]

((((((((((((HUGS)))))))))))))
Oh Sue, my heart fell and my eyes filled up when I saw this thread, we all knew this was coming, but it's till a shock to actually see it here. Nanook couldn't have chosen a better companion to share his life with than you. And you know he's looking down now from the Rainbow Bridge, with that big sweet grin of his, still beaming you all his love. You'll feel him near, because his spirit will always be near by.
Love and hugs to you, Joe, Indy, Raustyk and Kaige,
from Star, Sherman, JoJoe & me.

[zoey]

I'm sorry to hear about the loss of Nooker bean.
You saved him from being euthanized long ago. And gave him a very good life and love from a human, he'll take with him to the Rainbow Bridge w/ Grandma and Grandpa.
He was certainly a well loved, beautiful soul. Rest in Peace dear boy.

[Glacier]

I'm so sorry for your loss. Nanook was lucky boy to spend his life with someone who loved him so deeply. Know that he took that love with him to the next world, that he remembers and that he waits for you. You will see him again.

There is a version of the Rainbow Bridge poem just for Northern Breeds.
http://www.novareinna.com/bridge/northrainbow.html
I am sure that Nanook is playing in the snow, happy, healthy and young again. Godspeed, Nanook. Look for my Hoodoo, he'll show you around the North Bridge.