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02-04-2009 1:26 AM -- By: Gerardine - Brandy & Chica, Critters.com memorial: Chica Memorial It's been almost 4 weeks since I lost my Brandy. She had cancer and had a rough last few weeks/month. I really miss her alot, though I know she is no longer in pain and I was blessed with 12 years with my rescue mutt it hurts all the same. Brandy left me January 8 and her baby sister Chica left me on February 23 last year. I have lost my babies within 11 months and it is taking a toll on me. Both of my babies were rescued by me and raised in a house full of love and.....yes, dog hair ; )
Chica and Brandy are my fur babies that have been recently reunited in Rainbow Bridge and though I know they have many friends there, I will never forget what they mean to me and how much they are missed here. A house that was full of puppy love is now a sad home with mommy crying when nobody is looking and I pray my babies never forget how much I love them.
02-03-2009 11:11 PM -- By: NATALIE, Critters.com memorial: DaVinci Memorial I am sad to say, DaVinci just lost his brother, Bear this past weekend. Bear was weak, and tired, we had to let him go ,and end the suffering and pain. when he stopped eating, we knew it was time. Bear was my parents dog, but loved just as much by Lexy and I. We drove up to Westchester this past weekend, and on Jan, 31st Bear left and went to the Rainbow Bridge, the hardest part was seeing my Dad crying, because I never saw him cry before. The loss of our fur babies is such a ard thing, the look in their faithful eyes just says it all, they can talk without speaking, and that is truly an amzing thing. I will make a page for Bear, and started 1, but only have 1 picture so far. I would like for you to stop by and say a prayer and a hug to Bear and DavInci, Thank you, God Bless
NATALIE
02-03-2009 8:14 PM -- By: Samantha, Critters.com memorial: Bingi Memorial
I have a cat named Bingi and me and her are separted, I'd never thought this day would come. I wish she stayed with me for my whole life. Bingi was a special needs cat, she was deaf cat witch meant she couldnt hear. I rember she was a little girl, I didnt wanna let her go away from my arms. I had lots of scratches, but I didnt care if I did. I still Loved her from the bottom of my heart. Bingi if your reading this I just wanna let you know I love you.
02-03-2009 4:42 PM -- By: Marlene, Critters.com memorial: Sammie Patterson Memorial It's been 1 month my sweet baby girl since you left me, Daddy and Frankie. Oh how my heart aches. I love you, pumpkin!
02-03-2009 3:51 AM -- By: Janice, Critters.com memorial: harley Memorial Hello everyone, I am posting this message on behalf of Harley. He is not my dog, but I notice that his memorial site needs more attention. There are no pictures of Harley, and just a scant description on his behalf by his former guardians. Can any of you please visit his site and say hi? It would be nice for him to be remembered. Thank you, and all the best to all of you at critter.com.
02-02-2009 7:36 AM -- By: Maria, Critters.com memorial: Gracie Memorial How does time go by so fast? I just feels like yesterday. Everyone misses you Gracie Girl.
02-01-2009 9:09 PM -- By: Christy, Critters.com memorial: Greta Abigail Memorial WARNING!!!!! I WANTED TO LET ALL OF YOU KNOW OF A DANGEROUS DOG PRODUCT THAT IS ON THE MARKET. I WAS SENT AN EMAIL BY MY COUSIN WITH A VERY DISTURBING VIDEO OF WHAT THIS TOY CAN DO TO YOUR PET. IT IS THE FOUR PAWS PIMPLE BALL WITH BELL. BECAUSE IT ONLY HAS ONE HOLE IN IT, IT CREATES A DANGEROUS VACCUUM THAT HAS HARMED MANY, MANY DOGS BECAUSE THEY GET THEIR TONGUES STUCK AND CANNOT RELEASE BECAUSE OF THE SUCTION POWER. THIS IS COSTING OWNERS THOUSANDS OF DOLLARS, NOT TO MENTION THE PAIN AND EVEN LIVES OF THEIR PETS. THE COMPANY SO FAR HAS REFUSED TO REMOVE THE PRODUCT EVEN WITH URGING FROM PET OWNERS, IF YOU HAVE THIS PRODUCT PLEASE, PLEASE THROW IT AWAY OR DESTROY IT IMMEDIATELY FOR THE SAFETY OF YOUR BABIES.
02-01-2009 12:10 PM -- By: Maria, Critters.com memorial: Gracie Memorial Please visit Gracies memorial since Tommarow Febuary 2nd will be 3 months (91 Days) since Gracie went to the bridge. Can I really be? It only feels like yesterday . I really miss my Gracie Girl.
Yesterday was a week since I lost my little girl FedEx. We lost her suddenly. I miss her very much. I know that she is up at Rainbow Bridge with my Gracie.
02-01-2009 9:00 AM -- By: , Critters.com memorial: Chrissey Memorial Hi Everyone. This is Lauvern {Luke's mommy}. If you have the time ,would you please visit Chrissey's memorial and give her mommy {Lauren} your support. Chrissey's one year angel day is coming up and she also lost another fur baby {Abigail} on Jan18..Thankyou all in advance. Hugs. Lauvern
02-01-2009 12:11 AM -- By: Rose, Critters.com memorial: Odie Memorial I can't believe it's been just over a month that I lost Odie. There's such an empty place in my heart. I feel like a have a big hole in my heart. When I think of him I can't stop crying but I don't want to stop thinking of him. I wonder if I'll ever feel better? I want to hold him again. I am sooooo sad and my heart feels so heavy. I don't think I'll ever get another pet. What can I do ? Any suggestions
01-31-2009 5:00 PM -- By: Cheryl, Critters.com memorial: Chloe Clover Memorial Joe, I wanted to tell you that Chloe comes to me often in my sleep. It is weird, like she comes but not too close, and we are like "oh look!" but it seems that we can't quite get to her, although she stays near, but keeps her distance too, like she is coming by just to comfort me in a way, but has to go. You visited Chloe when I first set up memorial as did Stacy who I just left a note to. Thanks to both of you. I come here still quite often, it is the only place where I know everyone understands how much it just hurts and how terrible it is to lose a baby you just love with all your heart.
Cheryl
01-31-2009 4:52 PM -- By: Cheryl, Critters.com memorial: Chloe Clover Memorial Hi to all and especially to Stacy, I just read your comments on the abused animals, etc., and I know you had visitied my Chloe's sight when she first died (11/22/08) . You have no idea how wonderful that was to see the comments that you (and others who visit the newcomers) left. I have to tell you that after I first set up Chloe's memorial and then came back a few days later to see all the posted comments and pictures, I was sobbing and just felt so much kindness thru those postings. I try and stop in and see the new people too, I know how much that can mean to a grieving person.
I just wanted to thank you Stacy for your comments on those animals who have been killed, it has been horribly painful for my husband and I to endure, and we just can not stand it that we can do nothing about it. I still am a wreck about losing my Chloe and how violent and sensless it was, some days are worse than others. Today is not a good one for me, when I am home on Saturdays it gives me a chance to think too much and see out over our yards where Chloe spent her last day. I have added Chloe's sad story to her memorial, it was therapeutic doing so, and I re-read it sometimes now (and see the spelling/typing errors :).
I see that your Minnie is having an anniversary, I'll be sure to visit. I guess we will always have these painful bouts, it is the price we humans must pay for loving these wonderful creatures who can only spend so much time on this earth.
Thank you to all who have stopped by to see Chloe, we miss her so much.
Greetings to all the newcomers, my heart goes out to all.
01-31-2009 9:15 AM -- By: Suzie, Critters.com memorial: KETO BOY Memorial It seems we all share the same pain of loss and are looking for answers. I have come to the concluson that there are no answers, just the fact that death is cruel and final. We try to find comfort in our memories, our pictures and our critter friends. No one can fill the void, nothing can take away the pain. But thank God for my critter friends that gives me the opportunity to talk to others who understand and listen. If I could not type my feelings on these pages I would explode with anguish . My husband has been out of town all week and took his laptop with him. I thought I would die until he returned so I could talk to all of you. Thank you my critter friends. I pray for you all to find peace. I don't know what else to do but cry and pray for peace. Now my thoughts ramble as I am still so very lost and miss my angel baby so much.
I love you my Keto Boy, my pride & joy.
01-29-2009 10:44 PM -- By: Bill, Critters.com memorial: Lucy Memorial 1/29/09 I lost Lucy on Tuesday morning the 27th at the vets. My son had come with me and I had stepped out of the room for a min. and when I got back they had alrady taken her back for the EKG and 10 min later she was gone. What's killing me is that after 11 years of being by her side I wasn't there for her to see me or to say goodby in her last moments. Lucy...I can't stand the pain and loss of you in my life..my heart has been ripped out and I don't know what to do. I just hope your ok and in peace. I love you so much and miss every second your gone. Daddy
01-29-2009 2:11 PM -- By: , Critters.com memorial: Gracie Memorial In a few days will be 3 months since Gracie died. I miss her very much.Can it really be 3 months aready? it just feels like yesterday. I also miss my little girl FedEx she was taken so soon. I still learned things from her.
01-29-2009 10:00 AM -- By: Denise G., Pet's name: Amber Less than a week ago, I lost a beautiful little dog. Her name was Amber. She was a mix of
chihauhau & terrier and she was my best friend and a huge part of me, even though she only
weighed 14 lbs. She was constantly with me - her goal in life seemed to be being next to me
and touching me. I am so sad, and I miss her so much. I feel like a part of me is gone, and it
hurts so much. I sleep with the blanket that I had her wrapped in when I had to put her to
sleep and I can`t stop crying and feeling sad. Every time I turn around, I expect to see her, and
when I don`t, the pain kicks in again. The feeling of loss is unbelievable.
Thanks to anyone for listening.
Amber - I miss you and I will always love you. You were my little "boo-girl".
01-28-2009 1:40 PM -- By: Lisa, Critters.com memorial: Theo Memorial Joe - I lost my Theo December 16th. He was my angel, I had him 15 years. I have had several dreams about him since he passed away also. One was where he was laying beside me like he used to and when he woke up he could not see or walk and when I lifted him up he hardly weighed an ounce. I have woke up and looked at the foot of our bed and felt for him like I used to and then realize he is not there. I think I hear him bark sometimes and he had coughing spells and I swear I hear that too sometimes. I know what you are going through and how your heart hurts.
I wish I could say something to make you feel better but you are in my prayers and Rocco is with you in your heart always. It is easy to tell he had a wonderful life from the beautiful memorial you made for him.
Take Care, Lisa
01-28-2009 1:38 PM -- By: Lisa, Pet's name: Theo Joe - I lost my Theo December 16th. He was my angel, I had him 15 years. I have had several dreams about him since he passed away also. One was where he was laying beside me like he used to and when he woke up he could not see or walk and when I lifted him up he hardly weighed an ounce. I have woke up and looked at the foot of our bed and felt for him like I used to and then realize he is not there. I think I hear him bark sometimes and he had coughing spells and I swear I hear that too sometimes. I know what you are going through and how your heart hurts.
01-28-2009 9:45 AM -- By: Joe, Critters.com memorial: Rocco Diamond Phillips Memorial Ask for the kindness of others during this hard time. I have been going through so much depression this month over the loss of Rocco. I have had some dreams that he and I are together playing but when it comes to the end of the dream he walks away and the dream ends. I was wondering are more likely asking if others have gone through this? I have even had nights where I feel him next to me. I have even awoken calling out his name. And last night the dream was, we went our for a walk and then he got off the leash and I could never catch him (fun thing is he would never stray with in a few feet from me). So I know the dream is something else. So if there is any one open to suggestion I am hoping to get some in sight. Say prayer for all are little beloved friend that are at Rainbow's Bridge. Thanks for listening.
01-28-2009 9:39 AM -- By: Marlene, Critters.com memorial: Sammie Patterson Memorial How do you cope? I'm finding that with each passing day since I had to take our dear Sammie to be put to sleep, the pain just gets worse. It's been 22 days, but I feel like I did on that Wednesday (Jan 7th) when I had to make the most painful decision of my life.
I've been there when both of my parents passed. Both were very painful experiences, but I knew that my Dad was in such agony, I wanted him to be at rest. My Mom passed very suddenly at the end of this October. We weren't ready, but she had been telling us for the last 6 months that she expected to go shortly after her 90th, which would have been this March. The pain and loss were like nothing that I had experienced, but there was also a sense of relief that they were in a much better place.
Sammie was so young. I guess that I thought that we could somehow save her. I feel that there was something that I should or could of done, but didn't. I miss her so very much. It's like an open wound. I know that everyone has told me that the pain, while never really gone, does get softer. At this point, I don't see how.
01-27-2009 1:41 PM -- By: amber, Critters.com memorial: Nvwati and Yukon Jack Memorial THANK YOU to all who took the time to stop by to wish Yukon Jack a very happy birthday yesterday. I am sure he had a great time with all his fur friends.
01-26-2009 10:09 AM -- By: amber, Critters.com memorial: Nvwati and Yukon Jack Memorial please stop by to wish yukon jack a happy birthday. this is our first birthday without my sweet boy. thank you
01-26-2009 6:50 AM -- By: Maria, Critters.com memorial: FedEx Memorial Please visit FedEx memorial she passed away on January 24th 2009 at 1:37 am. I miss her very much. I got her a few months after Gracie and now she is gone. Lossing FedEx feels like loosing Gracie all over again.
01-25-2009 6:47 PM -- By: Suzie, Critters.com memorial: KETO BOY Memorial My pain is still so new at times I feel like Im going to scream if I do not let it out. I hardly visit Keto's grave because if I don't then he isn't there. I asked Keto's Daddy "please tell me how your coping so well. I know all the right words, I know he is not in pain and is with God, but I cannot stop this pain. " I cannot stop the feeling of regret for not doing more or sooner. I cannot stop at a redlight without seeing him sitting by the pole. I see him everywhere. Nights are the worse. When everything is so quiet I can hear him tick, tick, tick down the hall. I hear him breathing. I smell his cancer and all I can do is lay there and sob. I would have taken it from him if I could. I still sleep with the pillow he last layed on when I said goodbye to him. I won't let Daddy wash the pillowcase because I fear it will wash away his smell. Daddy cleaned his bed and toys and I got mad. I was afraid he was taking away a part of Keto. I created a beautiful memorial in the guestroom of Keto's life with astounding photos and memories. My kids think Im crazy and "its just a dog". But he is my best friend, my shadow and the most wonderful gift God ever allowed me to have. I feel so alone with my pain. Im tired of people telling me it will get better. Better than what? Im never going to hold him and feel him again. There is no better just another day and another night without my angel baby. Thank you for listening and I know you too feel this pain. Love in Christ.
01-25-2009 1:31 AM -- By: Stacy Allen, Critters.com memorial: Minnie Memorial In less than 2 weeks it will be my precious girl's One Year Angel Day. I have been working on a page (please visit it) for her memorial and it has been difficult, to say the least. I didn't know it was going to hurt this much! I was doing really well for the longest time, but now... I cry all the time, have guilt over what I didn't do for her, have no idea what to do for her anniversary...in short, I need help. You guys are my family, the only true one that I can turn to, and I love you all.STACY
01-24-2009 4:48 PM -- By: Miss Zoe Ann, Critters.com memorial: Miss Zoe Ann Memorial Today is Miss Zoe Ann's 1 Year Angel Day. Please stop by and give your support to her Mommy Miss Debbie. I find that sometimes words can not express the love that is in our heart, but I know it's everlasting ... what is gone from our sight will never be erased from our hearts ... Luna
01-24-2009 2:53 PM -- By: Christy always Gretas mom, Critters.com memorial: Greta Abigail Memorial I have a wonderful little story that I am reminded of after Tribute passed. Carole Turner and I shared a wonderful moment together in which our babies sent us a sign when we were on the phone together right before Christmas time, it was truly quite amazing as it worked out when Carole and I were both short on time rushing around and it makes me grateful that we took the time and witnessed the love and bond for our babies that will NEVER be broken even through death. It is on Greta's memorial I added it to her signs to me page at the bottom...Christmas 2008
01-24-2009 12:41 PM -- By: Greta always moms girl, Critters.com memorial: Greta Abigail Memorial Gretas sign that she had sent to me, Tribute the runaway Hermit crab that I had found on the roadside after she passed died this morning, I really didn't think it would be a big deal but it bothers me because he was a sign to me from her and its kind of upsetting even though I am not much into things that pinched, haha. Quite a few tears shed because I felt he was a part of her for some reason or another. Thanks for listening as I know its silly. Christy
01-24-2009 2:29 AM -- By: Maria , Critters.com memorial: Gracie Memorial Well my mouse FedEx died today...I am going to create a memorail for her....then when the 14 days comes i am going to switch her to Gracies page.....
01-23-2009 10:14 PM -- By: Paula, Critters.com memorial: KARLEY Memorial To Christy...I want to thank you for visiting Karley & signing her petition. We are hoping to get many things changed with this petition. We really want to get the word PROPERTY changed to COMPANION. We just don't feel that our animals are property.
To Stacy...I am sorry for your loss. I know how you feel when you read stories like Karley's. These stories are very hard on the heart. And I will never understand how anyone could ever abuse an animal. Don't feel badly that you can't sign her guest book. She understands...so do I.
To everyone at this forum & this site...I can't thank you enough for visiting Karley & showing her how much she is loved. And I want to thank each & every person here who took the time to sign her petition.
To Puck Llewis...I know you are having so much fun with all of your friends. Make sure you send your mommie lots of smooches so she knows you are doing OK. She misses you so very much but she's holding all of her memories close to her heart until she sees you again.
To everyone here...I am sorry for your loss. It's just so hard letting our babies leave us but we do because we love them so very much. Their body may be at the bridge, but their spirit will ALWAYS be with you.
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