You never gave up
You fought to the end
You were our first child
And our best friend
Ten years young
And a smile on your faceYou licked every person
That came to our place
Your spirit and joy
And love for life
Reminded us all
To enjoy despite strife
Your body gave out
Before your mind and heart
It killed us inside
To know we must part
When you get to heaven
As all creatures do
Remember on Earth
We will always love you.
Miss you forever dear soul,
Love Charles, Amy, Annabelle and Abigail
P.S. - Take care of Mis up there for us Simon.
8 comments:
I am really sorry to hear about Simon. Patty and I both have missed seeing him since we left ACMS. He was wonderful with everyone he was around and he always put a smile on everyone's faces.
There just isn't anything that tugs at my heart moreso than losing an animal; saying goodbye.
It is just so very hard. I'm so sorry.
Georgia and Jeff had to put Max down and the effects of it will stay with us all for some time. I miss his face and his gentle presence so much and so does my Gracie, when she comes to visit. It was hardest on Jeff.
But, I'll let Georgia tell you about her new fur-kids and what a change it is to her place. They are both really something! They do bring such forever joy..
I don't know if you've seen the pictures of the oak tree we planted in my mom's honor, and the pet 'cemetary' that is there, at Georgia's place, but we have stones with Max's name, and one with Chloe's name (Dina's dog).
It really is a nice sentimental place.
Simon was a great dog and he will be missed.
Oh honey. I am so sorry that Simon has left you. I have always loved him. He was such a sweet and wonderful dog, (even when he pee'd on Michael's breifcase) ;-)
I know how difficult it's been for you and for him this last year. His body failed him when you and Charles did not. He fought hard to stick around so he got to meet your sweet girls. He knows you will be ok because you have so much love around you all.
I can picture him running and bouncing around with Mis.
I will miss him. Sending you lots of hugs and love.
I am so sorry. Simon was an amazing dog. You are all in my thoughts. Love you.
Oh Ames, I am so sorry. I know how much you loved him. He was a sweet dog for you guys. I still love that photo of him in the driver seat of your car in SB.
Ally cried, I know it. So Sorry. I always loved to watch Ally and Simon chase each other in the G-wing lawn. Jen Leahy
Thanks all for your Simon love here and on Facebook. I think Gail said it right in that it really does just tug at your heart. In talking with my friend Jessica today I pieced together some things Charles said with some things she said and figured out why it is so hard to lose a beloved pet:
1) They can't tell you what they want. So you hope you are acting in their best interests, but you just don't really know. And you feel bad because you don't know and don't want them to think you are being mean.
2) They are never angry with you. They just love. And love. How can you hurt an animal that just gives love?
I think that is why it is so hard to lose an animal.
And Gail I love the idea of the "pet cemetary." We may inact something similar here.
I was looking for this in my computer files because I stumbled upon this about three or four years ago and thought it was so very profound and saved it. Once again.."out of the mouths of babes"..
Anyway, although it is somewhat 'after the fact', I think you will still be warmed by this story:
A Dog's Purpose (from a 6-year-old)
Being a veterinarian, I had been called to examine a ten-year-old Irish Wolfhound named Belker. The dog's owners, Ron, his wife, Lisa, and their little boy, Shane, were all very attached to Belker, and they were hoping for a miracle. I examined Belker and found he was dying of cancer. I told the family we couldn't do anything for Belker, and offered to perform the euthanasia procedure for the old dog in their home. As we made arrangements, Ron and Lisa told me they thought it would be good for six-year-old Shane to observe the procedure. They felt as though Shane might learn something from the experience
The next day, I felt the familiar catch in my throat as Belker's family surrounded him. Shane seemed so calm, petting the old dog for the last time, that I wondered if he understood what was going on. Within a few minutes, Belker slipped peacefully away.
The little boy seemed to accept Belker's transition without any difficulty or confusion. We sat together for a while after Belker's death, wondering aloud about the sad fact that animal lives are shorter than human lives. Shane, who had been listening quietly, piped up, 'I know why.' Startled, we all turned to him. What came out of his mouth next stunned me. I'd never heard a more comforting explanation. He said, 'People are born so that they can learn how to live a good life -- like loving everybody all the time and being nice, right?' The six-year-old continued, 'Well, dogs already know how to do that, so they don't have to stay as long.'
Live simply. Love generously. Care deeply. Speak kindly.
Remember, if a dog was the teacher you would learn things like:
When loved ones come home, always run to greet them. Never pass up the opportunity to go for a joyride. Allow the experience of fresh air and the wind in your face to be pure ecstasy.
Take naps.
Stretch before rising.
Run, romp, and play daily.
Thrive on attention and let people touch you.
Avoid biting when a simple growl will do.
On warm days, stop to lie on your back on the grass.
On hot days, drink lots of water and lie under a shady tree.
When you're happy, dance around and wag your entire body.
Delight in the simple joy of a long walk.
Be loyal.
Never pretend to be something you're not.
If what you want lies buried, dig until you find it.
When someone is having a bad day, be silent, sit close by and nuzzle them gently.
ENJOY EVERY MOMENT OF EVERY DAY!
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