My Buddy Is Gone

CigarNut · 12-03-2013, 04:12 PM

We had to put our dog to sleep last Friday; he was 16 1/2 years old. He was a great dog! Sometimes he was finicky, sometimes he was a pet, but most of the time he was my pal. It has been an incredibly painful loss for both my wife an I.

May He Rest In Peace.

markem · 12-03-2013, 04:14 PM

Our thoughts and prayers go out to the entire family, Michael. Hard to lose a loved one.

pnoon · 12-03-2013, 04:14 PM

Very sorry to hear of your loss, Michael.
Losing a member of your family is never easy.

Ogre · 12-03-2013, 04:14 PM

RainbowBridge.com

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...

Zane · 12-03-2013, 04:16 PM

Sorry to hear this. its never easy losing a member of the family.

big_jaygee · 12-03-2013, 04:16 PM

Sorry for your loss Michael. Thoughts and prayers for you and your family.

T.G · 12-03-2013, 04:23 PM

So sorry to hear this Michael. My condolences to you and your family.

AdamJoshua · 12-03-2013, 04:24 PM

Wow an amazingly long life and time to be able to share. Sorry for your loss Michael.

kelmac07 · 12-03-2013, 04:32 PM

Sorry for your loss Michael. My sincerest condolences to you and your family.

Lockspur · 12-03-2013, 04:50 PM

Very sorry, Michael.

If it's any consolation, look at it through his eyes. You showed him love and affection. You gave him a sense of family. If he could have given you a material gift, it would have been a photo of him…with the caption, "Thanks for a great time." Yes, there is a hole in your hearts. But there wasn't one in his. Now it's time for a new friend, a new pal, a new adventure.

Stay strong, Michael. Know there are friends and family that are with you during this sad time.

jledou · 12-03-2013, 04:51 PM

Sorry to hear of your loss Michael.

EricF · 12-03-2013, 04:53 PM

Very sorry to hear Michael.

longknocker · 12-03-2013, 05:00 PM

I Know The Feeling, Michael. My Wife & I Still Haven't Replaced Our Shi-Tzu Of 14 Years Who Died 2 Years Ago. Remember The Great Times You Had With Your Best Friend. Thoughts & Prayers Are With You, Brother.
I Remember Your Condolences in This Post, My Friend:
http://www.cigarasylum.com/vb/showthread.php?t=45872

G G · 12-03-2013, 05:02 PM

Hate to hear it friend.

bruceolee · 12-03-2013, 05:02 PM

had my 12 yr old boy chocolate lab die sept 2012 and my 11 yr old boy yellow lab pass away in nov 2012 plus i lost my 18 yr old boy cat feb 2013. It was a loss almost too much to take at the time. My deepest sympathies to you and your wife right now.

Now i have 2 pain in my ass cats along with a massive troublemaker golden lab boy whose sole mission is to chew EVERYTHING he can! I love them all and wish you find new family members soon once the pain eases. God bless my friend!

Smoqman · 12-03-2013, 05:03 PM

I'm sorry for your loss Michael

E.J. · 12-03-2013, 05:06 PM

Sorry for your loss.... Amazing how deep our furry friends get imbedded in our hearts....

Remo · 12-03-2013, 05:08 PM

Sorry to hear, positive thoughts sent.

Subvet642 · 12-03-2013, 05:21 PM

I am so sorry for your loss. I had a poodle growing up; they're great dogs, wicked smart.

14holestogie · 12-03-2013, 05:28 PM

So sorry for your loss, Michael.

12-03-2013, 04:14 PM	#2
markem Bunion Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Mark Location: Second Star on the Right Posts: 22,625 Trading: (47)	Re: My Buddy Is Gone Our thoughts and prayers go out to the entire family, Michael. Hard to lose a loved one. __________________ I refuse to belong to any organization that would have me as a member. ~ Groucho Marx

12-03-2013, 04:14 PM	#3
pnoon YNWA Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Peter Location: San Diego Posts: 29,919 Trading: (20)	Re: My Buddy Is Gone Very sorry to hear of your loss, Michael. Losing a member of your family is never easy. __________________ Be more concerned with your character than your reputation, because your character is what you really are, while your reputation is merely what others think you are. -John Wooden

12-03-2013, 04:14 PM	#4
Ogre **CENSORED** Join Date: Apr 2010 First Name: Larry Location: Central Florida Posts: 12,068 Trading: (46)	Re: My Buddy Is Gone RainbowBridge.com 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... __________________

12-03-2013, 04:16 PM	#5
Zane Have My Own Room Join Date: Aug 2012 First Name: Zane Location: Noblesville, IN Posts: 1,508 Trading: (23)	Re: My Buddy Is Gone Sorry to hear this. its never easy losing a member of the family. __________________ COO BlindMan's Puff

12-03-2013, 04:16 PM	#6
big_jaygee I'm nuts for the place Join Date: Dec 2012 First Name: Jason Location: Houston Posts: 3,914 Trading: (59)	Re: My Buddy Is Gone Sorry for your loss Michael. Thoughts and prayers for you and your family.

12-03-2013, 04:23 PM	#7
T.G Grrrrrr Join Date: Mar 2009 First Name: The Other Adam Posts: 15,557 Trading: (37)	Re: My Buddy Is Gone So sorry to hear this Michael. My condolences to you and your family.

12-03-2013, 04:24 PM	#8
AdamJoshua Article 4 Free Inhabitant Join Date: Jan 2013 First Name: The Other Adam Location: Satellite Beach Posts: 14,787 Trading: (40)	Re: My Buddy Is Gone Wow an amazingly long life and time to be able to share. Sorry for your loss Michael.

12-03-2013, 04:32 PM	#9
kelmac07 Resident Maduro Whore!! Join Date: Apr 2009 First Name: Mac Location: Newport News, VA Posts: 27,322 Trading: (218)	Re: My Buddy Is Gone Sorry for your loss Michael. My sincerest condolences to you and your family. __________________ Dom in the MLB thread "I could probably get you to wear a Yankee hat for a Maduro!"

12-03-2013, 04:50 PM	#10
Lockspur Have My Own Room Join Date: Dec 2012 First Name: Scotty Location: Richmond, TX Posts: 1,376 Trading: (31)	Re: My Buddy Is Gone Very sorry, Michael. If it's any consolation, look at it through his eyes. You showed him love and affection. You gave him a sense of family. If he could have given you a material gift, it would have been a photo of him…with the caption, "Thanks for a great time." Yes, there is a hole in your hearts. But there wasn't one in his. Now it's time for a new friend, a new pal, a new adventure. Stay strong, Michael. Know there are friends and family that are with you during this sad time. __________________ Proud member of the GMCGTPWHAFA

12-03-2013, 04:51 PM	#11
jledou Have My Own Room Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Jay Location: Kansas Posts: 2,225 Trading: (27)	Re: My Buddy Is Gone Sorry to hear of your loss Michael.

12-03-2013, 04:53 PM	#12
EricF Ain't Never Gonna Leave Join Date: Oct 2010 First Name: Eric Location: Miramar, FL Posts: 7,004 Trading: (116)	Re: My Buddy Is Gone Very sorry to hear Michael. __________________ It might taste crummy, but at least it's huge.

12-03-2013, 05:00 PM	#13
longknocker Postwhore Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Greg Location: Mobile, Alabama Posts: 11,174 Trading: (82)	Re: My Buddy Is Gone I Know The Feeling, Michael. My Wife & I Still Haven't Replaced Our Shi-Tzu Of 14 Years Who Died 2 Years Ago. Remember The Great Times You Had With Your Best Friend. Thoughts & Prayers Are With You, Brother. I Remember Your Condolences in This Post, My Friend: http://www.cigarasylum.com/vb/showthread.php?t=45872 Last edited by longknocker; 12-03-2013 at 05:05 PM.

12-03-2013, 05:02 PM	#14
G G BR549 Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Greg Location: Taylor, FL. Posts: 12,730 Trading: (10)	Re: My Buddy Is Gone Hate to hear it friend.

12-03-2013, 05:02 PM	#15
bruceolee King of Rants Join Date: Aug 2009 First Name: Jason Location: South Florida Posts: 1,227 Trading: (1)	Re: My Buddy Is Gone had my 12 yr old boy chocolate lab die sept 2012 and my 11 yr old boy yellow lab pass away in nov 2012 plus i lost my 18 yr old boy cat feb 2013. It was a loss almost too much to take at the time. My deepest sympathies to you and your wife right now. Now i have 2 pain in my ass cats along with a massive troublemaker golden lab boy whose sole mission is to chew EVERYTHING he can! I love them all and wish you find new family members soon once the pain eases. God bless my friend! __________________ “When I have found intense pain relieved, a weary brain soothed, and calm, refreshing sleep obtained by a cigar, I have felt grateful to God, and have blessed His name.” Spurgeon

12-03-2013, 05:03 PM	#16
Smoqman Gimme de Liga! Join Date: Nov 2013 First Name: Joel Location: Minne-snowy Posts: 132 Trading: (1)	Re: My Buddy Is Gone I'm sorry for your loss Michael __________________ Joel CRA Member # 99977267

12-03-2013, 05:06 PM	#17
E.J. I'm nuts for the place Join Date: Sep 2009 Posts: 3,218 Trading: (21)	Re: My Buddy Is Gone Sorry for your loss.... Amazing how deep our furry friends get imbedded in our hearts....

12-03-2013, 05:08 PM	#18
Remo C.I.A Join Date: Feb 2011 First Name: Mike Location: Palm Harbor, Florida Posts: 12,597 Trading: (122)	Re: My Buddy Is Gone Sorry to hear, positive thoughts sent. __________________

12-03-2013, 05:21 PM	#19
Subvet642 Bilge Rat Join Date: Nov 2009 First Name: Darren Location: Torpedo Room Bilge Posts: 2,997 Trading: (13)	Re: My Buddy Is Gone I am so sorry for your loss. I had a poodle growing up; they're great dogs, wicked smart. __________________ *"Man's mind is his basic tool of survival. Life is given to him, survival is not." -John Galt*

12-03-2013, 05:28 PM	#20
14holestogie Serial banter killer Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Tim Location: Clintonville, WI Posts: 4,341 Trading: (52)	Re: My Buddy Is Gone So sorry for your loss, Michael. __________________ *I loves me a Parti*