Saturday, March 8, 2008

Thank you, Sadie Girl . . .


*for being part of our family for almost 11 years
*for letting Grace and Caden stomp all over you
*for letting them pull on your ears and poke your eyes when they were little
*for putting up with the psychotic other dog, Bailey
*for always being so easy going
*for being petrified of the storms and always joining us in bed
*for always knowing when to come and jump on my lap
*for being a guard dog when Chris was out of town
*for putting a stamp on our hearts

We'll miss you.

"Rainbow Bridge"
Just this side of heaven is a place called Rainbow Bridge.

When an animal dies that has been especially close to someone here, that pet goes to Rainbow Bridge.
There are meadows and hills for all of our special friends so they can run and play together.
There is plenty of food, water and sunshine, and our friends are warm and comfortable.

All the animals who had been ill and old are restored to health and vigor; those who were hurt or maimed are made whole and strong again, just as we remember them in our dreams of days and times gone by.
The animals are happy and content, except for one small thing; they each miss someone very special to them, who had to be left behind.

They all run and play together, but the day comes when one suddenly stops and looks into the distance. His bright eyes are intent; His eager body quivers. Suddenly he begins to run from the group, flying over the green grass, his legs carrying him faster and faster.

You have been spotted, and when you and your special friend finally meet, you cling together in joyous reunion, never to be parted again. The happy kisses rain upon your face; your hands again caress the beloved head, and you look once more into the trusting eyes of your pet, so long gone from your life but never absent from your heart.

Then you cross Rainbow Bridge together....

Author unknown...

6 comments:

The Boyds said...

Oh Kristen, I am so sorry for your loss. I hope the kids are taking it ok.

Stephanie said...

So sad to hear about Sadie. She was a very very sweet puppy! She will be missed. Hugs go out to you all during this tough time.
xoxo
Steph

B.E.A.L. said...

I am so sorry to hear about your sweet Sadie...she is in a wonderful place now. The "Rainbow Bridge" writing is awesome!

What a great tribute to her on your blog!

The Leonard Four said...

Hi Kristin and family...I'm a good friend of Erin Bryce and I have a dog named Sadie, too. She actually sounds a lot like your Sadie.

I just wanted to tell you how sorry I am for your loss - I was teary-eyed reading what you wrote.

Take care,
Jodi Leonard

Unknown said...

Sadie ruled!! She is missed tremendously.

Dad and Mom "G'

Brody said...

So sorry! I know that you were expecting this day to come, but it's still really tough. Hope the kids are ok! Hopefully the trip gets your mind off of Sadie for a bit.