Posted by Cindy/Copper Hill on October 21, 2009, 1:15 pm
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Yesterday I said goodbye to my best friend and my protector.
She came into my life when she was 5 months old. She stole my heart with her first glance and she owned that heart through all these many years. She wasn’t always easy for my family to love, as she had a sometimes sharp temperament that got her into trouble a time or two, but I have never loved the “easy” ones so much as I loved those with strong personalities.
She was my girl from the start. She was affectionate with others, but she chose me as “hers” and I feel so honored to have been her person. We had so many happy times together, finishing her championship and watching what an awesome mom she was to her puppies. But our bond was never as strong as it was during our sad times. She was my rock when I lost Bear, then Tucker, then Tess. She was there the day my husband decided that he needed to make a new life for himself, and there through the many challenges I have faced since then. I could not have gotten through those years without her strong, noble, and loving presence. She graced my life, and I am so grateful for every moment we had together.
When her condition started to deteriorate a year ago, it was my turn to be her rock. Knowing I was losing her, these last few months have been so hard, but she was willing to lean on me and let me help her. I promised this beloved friend that I would not let her lose her dignity, so when the fight became too much for her, I fulfilled my promise and lead her gently to the bridge.
Loving these guys, we face many difficult moments together. None are as hard as saying goodbye.
I am grateful for her two daughters who reside with me, and even more grateful for the grandson who has become such a big presence in my life. Last night as I cried myself to sleep, I wrapped my hand around Stallone’s paw and he laid his big head upon my hand…not understanding, but trying so hard to give comfort.
Ch Savoye’s Santana Star, “Star, Starshine, Starbaby, Heap Big Little Big Mouth"
Sept 13, 1998/Oct 20, 2009
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