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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
In loving memory of my pal Albert, who crossed the Rainbow Bridge tonight after suddenly slipping a disc in his back. In extreme pain and unable to use his back legs, he was still sweet enough to allow lil pill to hug him the whole way to the emergency vet clinic. After a $3,000 estimate for a “fair to poor” long term prognosis, I made an impossible decision. He was only ours for less than 2 months, but he’s left a big hole. I hope he is playing at the Rainbow Bridge right now.
Rest in peace, Alberto.
Jill M. Says:
((hugs)) and healing to you and the pill. I’m so sorry about Albert.
Posted on February 6th, 2008 at 12:32 am
Jenny in VA Says:
Rest in Peace, Alberto. You’ll be so missed. Hugs to you guys, Rachel. I’m sure he’s peering over the “Bridge” at you, smiling.
Hugs,
Jenny
Posted on February 6th, 2008 at 8:41 am
Mahala Says:
Oh no
Posted on February 6th, 2008 at 9:38 am
Bellacola Says:
Oh, my goodness sweetie! I’m so sorry. I can’t even begin to imagine how hard it is to lose your dog, especially for Lil Pill. Give him lots of hugs and kisses, you both need them.
(((((hugs)))))
Posted on February 6th, 2008 at 9:56 am
racheepoo Says:
Thanks Jill.
Thanks Jenny.
Thanks Mahala.
Thanks Bella.
Posted on February 6th, 2008 at 1:09 pm