Friday, February 5, 2010

just wanted to let you know




at 1:30pm today feb. 5th, 2010, we had to say goodbye to our sweet kirby. it was the right choice to make. she had a rough night and after seeing the vet today, it was apparent it was time. we had it done here at our home and she will be buried in the backyard.

i've thought about this day for several years now as she has gotten older. it was always weighing on my mind; wondering how much time we had left with her. i guess i had hoped she'd live forever.

we had 14 wonderful years with her and i'm going to proclaim that she was the best dog ever. i think dinner time will be the worst when she would do her "kirby shuffle" as she was excited for her home cook meals that i made for her. i will also miss her love of dillon and his friends. even as she aged, she wanted to be right in the middle of whatever they were doing. she'd go up and down the steps right along with them; never minding that it was hard for her to get back up the steps. she and dillon grew up together. i know dillon is quite sad right now; as we all are.

as i massaged her last night, i talked to her and told her how much i loved her and i asked that she especially be there to greet me at Rainbow Bridge so that we could cross it together. i know she'll be there. i miss her sweet, friendly face so much already.

i want to thank everyone for all their kind words. certainly i am not the first pet owner to lose their pet; but i appreciate you all understanding and offering up much needed support.

36 comments:

  1. Oh God, Im so Sorry. Ughhh..Dammit this is the Hardest part of being a Pet owner, it just Stinks. 14 years is long and wonderful but it just never seems long enough. You did the right thing and how wonderful that the vet came to your home and let her pass with you all around her. She will be watching over you forever, we talk about our Gizmo several times a week as a family and it's been a year and half. They are such a part of our family. xo , she is at Peace and in no Pain now. Jamie

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  2. They love us so very well. And we, them in return. Peace Kirby Girl. Peace.

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  3. Jamie and Leslie have said it so well. I am sorry for your loss, Kecia. It never gets easier, even when you know it's the right thing to do for them. I had to make the decision for three cats within a span of less than a year.

    I know Kirby had a great life with you and sending her on her way was the greatest kindness you could have done for her now. I truly believe those pets who have gone before us are happy and whole again - and one day we'll be reunited. If I know our Henry, he'll be greeting Kirby - he was always one for the ladies.

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  4. I'm with Marci - Jamie and Leslie's words couldn't have said it all any better. Hugs across the way for everyone in the family frome me Kecia. I know your pain today.

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  5. Sorry for the lose of your family member.

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  6. i'm so sorry to hear this - i completely understand the sadness you are feeling and had tears in my eyes as i read your post. i still get choked up when i think about my sweet lab we lost this past summer to lymphoma. it just sucks. so many precious moments w/ our pets - such unconditional love & joy. i am so glad you were able to experience 14 wonderful years with Kirby Girl. my heart goes out to you & your family. hugs, taryn

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  7. Sorry for your loss today but know that your sweet Kirby is resting peacefully. She will be at that gate whenever you decide to meet her...no worries...no rush...she will wait. smiles...Lovey

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  8. So sorry for the loss of your beloved companion, Kecia. Be well.

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  9. Oh Keicia my heart goes out to yours.. I can't imagine the day our Ellie goes..but you know your sweet Kirby will always be with you & her energy will always be around you & your family..Hang in there xoxoxo Laura

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  10. Oh Kecia,
    My heart is heavy for you and your family at this time!! Kirby was so loved and will watch over you for eternity!
    Much love and peace!! xOxO Nerina

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  11. Hi Kecia, my heart hurts with you sweetie. We got our Bailey in 1996 and I think of that day to come. I don't know the pain yet, but I know it must hurt so bad.
    Saying prayers of comfort.
    love,
    joanna

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  12. Kecia, I am so sorry for your loss of Kirby..
    I know you are heartbroken and that Kirby will
    be missed so very much. with love...pamela

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  13. OH GOSH I'M SOOO SORRY!!! THEY GET IN AND WRAP AROUND YOUR HEART AND IT HURTS SO BAD TO LET GO. I AM SENDING WISHES OF COMFORT YOUR WAY. MARILYN

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  14. Kecia, all i can say is sorry. I love the way you spoke to Kirby saying to meet you at the rainbow bridge. My heart goes out to you and all your family. xo

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  15. I so feel your pain. My heart goes out to you and your family. :(

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  16. Ah!!! So sorry for your loss, you will have many happy memories of your beloved Kirky!

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  17. Oh, Kecia, I am so sorry that Kirby's time had come. May he always live in your hearts in the memory of his warm fur and sweet eyes.

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  18. Kecia,
    I am so sorry for your loss. Your choice to let Kirby move on with her dignity was a very selfless one. I'm sure she is running happily without pain beyond the rainbow bridge. May her memories always warm your heart. Lisa

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  19. thank you everyone for being so supportive. day two is even harder than yesterday. day by day is all there is too it, i suppose. the outpouring of love lends itself to ease the pain. much appreciated.

    kecia

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  20. I'm so sorry Kecia. Pets really become members of the family, especially sweet, loving ones. It's even harder to see your kids fall in love with them and have to mourne the loss. I'm an adult now and I still remember the day my parents had to put my first dog to sleep.

    You'll never loose her, she'll be in your heart forever and she touched your life forever. You'll see her again :)

    I'm so sorry you're hurting. Find comfort her all your fond memories of her.

    xoxo Abbie

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  21. i cant say the words i am feeling but you know how i feel.....xoxox

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  22. so sorry for your loss, they have a way of leaving pawprints on our hearts. ((hugs))
    kathy nesi

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  23. I want to send my condolences. I have not personally lost a dog at this point, but I have known several people who have and it seems its never the right moment. Just take comfort in knowing he loved being with you he stayed with you for 14 years. He knew he was home. Much love and comfort. Kimberly

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  24. I am so sorry. It is a sad day for you and your family. I believe that Kirby will meet you joyfully and healthy one day. Sending hugs and comfort your way.

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  25. So sorry to hear this Kecia. I know how difficult and painful this can be. Just know that you will always have the memories.

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  26. I am so sorry for your loss. Just know lots of people are sending you virtual hugs, and understand your pain. I love the Rainbow Bridge. It makes me cry & heal at the same time. Kirby is there, playing and keeping a faithful watch over you.

    My sweet girl, Frankie, (1991-2008) is waiting for me there, too. Occasionally she comes to me in a dream, wiggling as only a wiener dog can do, and smiling. It's as though she wants me to know she's free from any pain. In fact she looks like she did in her prime.

    oxoxox, Kecia~

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  27. I am so so very sorry for you and your family. I've been there.

    Hugs,
    Colleen

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  28. So sorry your heart is breaking ~ what a lucky dog sweet Kirby was to have been part of your family!

    (((hugs)))
    xo Heidi

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  29. Oh darling Kecia....I am so sorry for your loss! I will keep you close in my heart as you try to heal.

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  30. Kecia,
    I stopped by to read your blog and right at the top is this lovely picture of you and Kirby. Its apparent that you have a wonderful group of people supporting you during such a sad time.
    I just wanted to say hello from Missoula and let you know I'm thinking about you, and Kirby and to thank you again for letting me create her.
    Rest in peace Kirby.
    Laurie

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  31. Oh Kecia, I am so sorry to hear about Kirby.. I know that there are no words to take the heartache away...but just know that we're all here for you.. my prayers go out to you & your family...Grace peace & love 2 U, Marlene

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  32. I am so sorry for your loss. We had a golden that looked so much like your Kirby. She was in my arms when she took her last breathe. Jasmine was blooming and the sunlight was soft and golden that day. I miss her every day too. I know she is in that Park in Heaven where all the Children play. I know my Sam and your Kirby will be the best of pals till they greet us at the gates. I am thinking of you and your family...Blessings Eden

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  33. oh kecia, I'm so sorry. I know how bad a broken heart hurts when we lose our sweet friends. I lost 2 last year, one 16 yr old and my 15 yr old. You provided her with a wonderful loving home. She could not have wanted anything better.
    (((HUGS)))

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  34. I'm so sorry for your loss. Pets are such a big part of the family. I know your baby will be missed. Big hugs....

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