Carina has gone to the Bridge

[Logan]

Our longtime friend, Alicia (Albea), lost her Carina over the weekend at 14 years old. Carina was a very beautiful and special Golden Retriever.

Godspeed, Carina. We will all miss your beautiful face.

Logan

[Cinder & Smoke]

Dear Alicia ~

So Sorry to hear that that Carina was needed at The Bridge.

Take Comfort in these words that you posted for Leslie and Graham ...

FROM FRIEND TO FRIEND

You're giving me a special gift,
So sorrowfully endowed,
And through these last few cherished days,
Your courage makes me proud.
But really, love is knowing
When your best friend is in pain,
And understanding earthly acts
Will only be in vain.
So looking deep into your eyes,
Beyond, into your soul,
I see in you the magic, that will
Once more make me whole.
The strength that you possess,
Is why I look to you today,
To do this thing that must be done,
For it's the only way.
That strength is why I've followed you,
And chose you as my friend,
And why I've loved you all these years...
My partner 'til the end.
Please, understand just what this gift,
You're giving, means to me,
It gives me back the strength I've lost,
And all my dignity.
You take a stand on my behalf,
For that is what friends do.
And know that what you do is right,
For I believe it too.
So one last time, I breathe your scent,
And through your hand I feel,
The courage that's within you,
To now grant me this appeal.
Cut the leash that holds me here,
Dear friend, and let me run,
Once more a strong and steady dog,
My pain and struggle done.
And don't despair my passing,
For I won't be far away,
Forever here, within your heart,
And memory I'll stay.
I'll be there watching over you,
Your ever faithful friend,
And in your memories I'll run,
...a young dog once again.

(c) Karen Clouston

Rest In Peace, Carina.

{{{Hugs}}} for Alicia.

/s/ Phred

[Cincy'sMom]

RIP in Carina. You will be missed

[caseysmom]

Prayers for Alicia to ease her pain.

[Karen]

Carina was a very lovely and very loved girl. She was every once a golden girl - when we met her just last summer (2005), she didn't have a single grey hair. She was a leaner - to my delight, and only her difficulty on the stairs gave any hint of her age, as she was quite waggy, gracious, and demanding of attention from visitors!

There was never a golden girl more loved, and Alicia, you will be in our prayers.

Extra sunshine at the Rainbow bridge now
Carina is there in all her Golden glory
Shining dark eyes, ever-wagging tail
She watches over you now, sending you
Golden hairs and wet doggy kisses

[pitc9]

Rip Carina.

[lizbud]

Alicia, I am so sorry to hear about Carina. She had the best friend in
the world with you as her companion & caregiver. I'm glad that Phred re-
printed that lovely poem. Gentle hugs to you at this sad time.

Rest easy at Rainbow bridge Carina.