An incredibly sad day...

filly · 05-28-2009, 08:44 AM

Yesterday, I had to put my wonderful friend, Roo, to sleep. She had a huge tumor in her mouth that went all the way to the back, and she could no longer eat. I had no idea that it was a tumor and was taking her in, thinking she had an abcessed tooth. They sedated her and found it. We didn't have her wake up because it would be just too cruel. Bill and I went to say our goodbyes. It's just breaking my heart typing this. Those of you who were at earlier SoCal herfs would remember her. She will be greatly missed and there is a huge hole in my heart today...

RIP Roo

md4958 · 05-28-2009, 08:47 AM

Sorry for your loss.

14holestogie · 05-28-2009, 08:50 AM

Sorry for the loss. Animal or not, they are members of the family that leave a void when these things occur.

Bruins Fan · 05-28-2009, 08:53 AM

Sorry for you loss.
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...

akakirby · 05-28-2009, 09:01 AM

Sorry for your loss.....RIP Roo

AD720 · 05-28-2009, 09:02 AM

Very sorry.

awsmith4 · 05-28-2009, 09:03 AM

My condolences, RIP Roo

05-28-2009, 09:04 AM

You did the right thing. I have been where you are many times and I know that ache you feel in your chest right now. Time will help.

Remember the good times.

Hugs from the Clarks.

SmokeyJoe · 05-28-2009, 11:22 AM

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Originally Posted by ahc4353

You did the right thing. I have been where you are many times and I know that ache you feel in your chest right now. Time will help.

Remember the good times.

Hugs from the Clarks.

Well said, Al.

We have been through this as well... just last August.

It hurts so much because we love so much. For me the pain of loss was worth enduring for the love I received from our faithful pet. I hope it will be the same for you.

Blessings on you and your family.

croatan · 05-28-2009, 09:07 AM

So sorry to hear that, Jen.

68TriShield · 05-28-2009, 09:14 AM

That stinks Jen,you were lucky to have each other.

God Bless Roo.

elderboy02 · 05-28-2009, 09:16 AM

I hate to hear things like this.

It was hard when my 1st dog had to be put to sleep.

Remember the good times you had with her

skullnrose · 05-28-2009, 09:21 AM

Sorry about your loss

htown · 05-28-2009, 09:22 AM

Sorry for your loss.

BradNC · 05-28-2009, 09:23 AM

Very sorry Filly. Pets are awesome with their unconditional love. The memories I'm sure will help comfort you as you and your family heal from this.

kelmac07 · 05-28-2009, 09:26 AM

Sorry for your loss Jen...pets are a huge part of the family!!!

taltos · 05-28-2009, 09:32 AM

Very sorry for your loss of a beloved pet. In time you will be grateful for the time you spent together and for the memories.

LasciviousXXX · 05-28-2009, 09:52 AM

Jenny,

My sincere condolences and my prayers are with you and Bill right now. Its never an easy thing but you did what was best for Roo.

Dustin

colimo · 05-28-2009, 10:05 AM

Sorry to hear about Roo....that rainbow bridge story made me get all choked up...

lightning9191 · 05-28-2009, 10:06 AM

Sorry to hear about your loss.

05-28-2009, 08:44 AM	#1
filly Still Watching My Back Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Jenny Location: Valencia, CA Posts: 64 Trading: (0)	An incredibly sad day... Yesterday, I had to put my wonderful friend, Roo, to sleep. She had a huge tumor in her mouth that went all the way to the back, and she could no longer eat. I had no idea that it was a tumor and was taking her in, thinking she had an abcessed tooth. They sedated her and found it. We didn't have her wake up because it would be just too cruel. Bill and I went to say our goodbyes. It's just breaking my heart typing this. Those of you who were at earlier SoCal herfs would remember her. She will be greatly missed and there is a huge hole in my heart today... RIP Roo

05-28-2009, 08:47 AM	#2
md4958 Captain Cannoli Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Moe Location: Suffield, CT Posts: 5,712 Trading: (62)	Re: An incredibly sad day... Sorry for your loss. __________________ "One fart can foul the air for everyone" - Esteemed philosopher "If avoiding the nasty $hit is being a snob, them I am guilty as charged."- Same esteemed philosopher.

05-28-2009, 08:50 AM	#3
14holestogie Serial banter killer Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Tim Location: Clintonville, WI Posts: 4,341 Trading: (52)	Re: An incredibly sad day... Sorry for the loss. Animal or not, they are members of the family that leave a void when these things occur. __________________ *I loves me a Parti*

05-28-2009, 08:53 AM	#4
Bruins Fan Hooper drives the boat. Join Date: May 2009 First Name: John Location: Cape Cod Posts: 1,359 Trading: (0)	Re: An incredibly sad day... Sorry for you loss. 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... __________________ Here's to swimmin' with bow-legged women.

05-28-2009, 09:01 AM	#5
akakirby Feeling at Home Join Date: May 2009 First Name: Daniel Location: Richmond, Va Posts: 565 Trading: (20)	Re: An incredibly sad day... Sorry for your loss.....RIP Roo

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05-28-2009, 09:03 AM	#7
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05-28-2009, 09:04 AM	#8
ahc4353 Guest Posts: n/a	Re: An incredibly sad day... You did the right thing. I have been where you are many times and I know that ache you feel in your chest right now. Time will help. Remember the good times. Hugs from the Clarks.

05-28-2009, 09:07 AM	#10
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05-28-2009, 09:14 AM	#11
68TriShield Got Torque? Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Dave Location: Maryland Posts: 7,194 Trading: (40)	Re: An incredibly sad day... That stinks Jen,you were lucky to have each other. God Bless Roo.

05-28-2009, 09:16 AM	#12
elderboy02 Lets Go Buckeyes! Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Dan Location: Cincinnati, OH Posts: 12,508 Trading: (133)	Re: An incredibly sad day... I hate to hear things like this. It was hard when my 1st dog had to be put to sleep. Remember the good times you had with her

05-28-2009, 09:21 AM	#13
skullnrose Ashes,ashes,all fall down Join Date: Jan 2009 First Name: Scott Posts: 799 Trading: (16)	Re: An incredibly sad day... Sorry about your loss

05-28-2009, 09:22 AM	#14
htown Feeling at Home Join Date: Dec 2008 First Name: Mike Location: Sugar Land Posts: 877 Trading: (29)	Re: An incredibly sad day... Sorry for your loss.

05-28-2009, 09:23 AM	#15
BradNC Formerly BradSacramento Join Date: Nov 2008 First Name: Brad Location: Roseville Posts: 264 Trading: (9)	Re: An incredibly sad day... Very sorry Filly. Pets are awesome with their unconditional love. The memories I'm sure will help comfort you as you and your family heal from this.

05-28-2009, 09:26 AM	#16
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05-28-2009, 09:32 AM	#17
taltos Really, really old Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Paul Location: Saugus, MA Posts: 2,486 Trading: (3)	Re: An incredibly sad day... Very sorry for your loss of a beloved pet. In time you will be grateful for the time you spent together and for the memories. __________________ Jimmy, some of its magic, some of its tragic, but I had a good life all the way. He Went to Paris, J. Buffett

05-28-2009, 09:52 AM	#18
LasciviousXXX Team of 11...Always Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Týr Location: New Orleans Posts: 4,579 Trading: (8)	Re: An incredibly sad day... Jenny, My sincere condolences and my prayers are with you and Bill right now. Its never an easy thing but you did what was best for Roo. Dustin

05-28-2009, 10:05 AM	#19
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05-28-2009, 10:06 AM	#20
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