I definitely feel you on this one, lost our buddy this past year and watching him go was as painful for us as it was for him. After twelve years he was a member of the family, not a pet.
April 8, 2012 at 2:13 am
#1056556
IDO » Forums » Fishing Forums » General Discussion Forum » Wish I didn’t know now what I didn’t know then…
I definitely feel you on this one, lost our buddy this past year and watching him go was as painful for us as it was for him. After twelve years he was a member of the family, not a pet.
To my dearest family,
some things I’d like to say.
But first of all, to let you know,
that I arrived okay.
I’m writing this from the Bridge.
Here I dwell with God above.
Here there’s no more tears of sadness.
Here is just eternal love.
Please do not be unhappy
just because I’m out of sight.
Remember that I am with you
every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you
when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me
and He said, “I welcome you.
It’s good to have you back again,
you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family,
They’ll be here later on.”
God gave me a list of things,
that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list,
was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night
the day’s chores put to flight,
God and I are closest to you…
in the middle of the night.
When you think of my life on earth,
and all those loving years,
because you are only human,
they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry:
it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers,
unless there was some rain.
I wish that I could tell you
all that God has planned.
If I were to tell you,
you wouldn’t understand.
But one thing is for certain,
though my life on earth is o’er.
I’m closer to you now,
than I ever was before.
There are rocky roads ahead of you
and many hills to climb;
But together we can do it
by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy
and I’d like it for you too;
That as you give unto the world,
the world will give to you.
If you can help somebody
who’s in sorrow and pain;
Then you can say to God at night…
“My day was not in vain.”
And now I am contented…
that my life was worthwhile.
Knowing as I passed along
I made somebody smile.
God says: “If you meet somebody
who is sad and feeling low;
Just lend a hand to pick him up,
as on your way you go.
When you’re walking down the street
with me on your mind;
I’m walking in your footsteps
only half a step behind.”
“And when it’s time for you to go…
from that body to be free.
Remember you’re not going…
you’re coming here to me.”
Mark, sorry for youre loss. I had to put my best bud, THE MOOSE down a couple months ago. It still hurts. The guys on IDO really helped me get through that hard time. RIP STEWART
Quote:
Hardest thing I have ever had to do.
There are harder things in life, just can’t think of any right now.
R.I.P. Stewart
Remember “ALL” the good times, little things he would do to make you laugh, the hours of training you shared. How he would tell you he wanted to go somewhere or do something..RIP
My thoughts are with you. Been there before and will be there again someday, but it doesn’t make any easier. Remember the good times and smile.
Rest in Peace Stewart, the IDO Dog Park in heaven just got another good one.
My condolences, I’m not overly religious but if there is a heaven, we’ll all meet our family there, and if there are no dogs in heaven, can’t be all that nice a place.
Al
So sorry for you loss Mark, we went through this with both of our dogs last year and this year so I feel your pain. Take care and remember the good times.
You must be logged in to reply to this topic.