Originally Posted By Keith I'm very sorry to report that my wife jennibarra's [ <a href="http://laughingplace.com/ShowInfo.asp?UserID=jennibarra" target="_blank">http://laughingplace.com/ShowI nfo.asp?UserID=jennibarra</a> ] mom, jnemo [ <a href="http://laughingplace.com/ShowInfo.asp?UserID=jennibarra" target="_blank">http://laughingplace.com/ShowI nfo.asp?UserID=jennibarra</a> ], had to say "good bye" to her beloved Rhodesian Ridgeback named Nemo (yes, THE nemo on which her Laughing Place User ID is based) today. The veterinarian believes that he suffered a stroke from which he would not recover. They adopted Nemo when he was very young -- about a year or so old at the time -- back in the early '90s. The day I met jennibarra's parents in September 1993 is the same day I met Nemo -- a gentle giant who we all always said had no idea just how big he actually was. They don't make dogs sweeter than Nemo. I have never considered myself a "dog person," but I have always really enjoyed Nemo's company. He will be missed... A lot.
Originally Posted By Keith Ack... Bad link to jnemo's profile. She's at <a href="http://laughingplace.com/ShowI" target="_blank">http://laughingplace.com/ShowI</a> nfo.asp?UserID=jnemo .
Originally Posted By Keith Third time's the charm... <a href="http://laughingplace.com/ShowInfo.asp?UserID=jnemo" target="_blank">http://laughingplace.com/ShowI nfo.asp?UserID=jnemo</a>
Originally Posted By imadisneygal I'm sorry to hear about the loss of Nemo. My thoughts are with you and your family!!
Originally Posted By amazedncal2 My sympathies to you all. I understand how hard it is to say good bye. We lost our beagle Daisy in December and my heart still hurts. Maybe Nemo and Daisy are having a good game of chase right now or better yet, sleeping on a forbidden couch
Originally Posted By Kala Very sad news. It is always so hard to lose a beloved pet. I can't do anything to stop that pain in the pit of your stomach, but I can be here and be a friend when you need one. He will always be with you in your hearts and memories. He sounded like a wonderful, wonderful pet. How lucky you all were to share in his life. ((((((((JNEMO & FAMILY)))))))))))))) Thank you Keith.
Originally Posted By chickendumpling ((((((((jnemo and family)))))))))))))) I am so sorry to hear about this. Losing a friend like that is just so hard. We lost a furry member of the family not too long ago and everyone here was so caring and supportive that it really touched me. I know you'll let jnemo know how much we all care about what has happened. During our loss, two wonderful LPers (goodgirl and pennyring) gave me some links to read through to try to help me explain things to the kids and just kinda *get through* the pain. The links did help so I thought maybe I'd share them with you and hope it helps you guys too. <a href="http://www.pet-loss.net/" target="_blank">http://www.pet-loss.net/</a> <a href="http://www.griefhealing.com/ar" target="_blank">http://www.griefhealing.com/ar</a> ticle10.htm <a href="http://rainbowsbridge.com/Poem" target="_blank">http://rainbowsbridge.com/Poem</a> .htm ((((hugs)))))
Originally Posted By JazzCat Oh hon, I am so very sorry for your loss. Please know that C.J. and I care very much and pray your hurt will go away.
Originally Posted By beamerdog I am so so very sorry to hear of your loss, jnemo. {{{{{jnemo & family}}}}}}
Originally Posted By t1lersm0m Oh, I'm so sorry. Dogs really do become part of the family, don't they? So losing a dog is like losing a family member. Most of the time I like my dog more than I like my family, because he is so loyal. I can have a bad day and yell at him, and he will still be just as loyal to me. Sorry for your loss jnemo.
Originally Posted By Deogges Mom (((((jnemo & family))))) It's so hard to lose a furry family member.
Originally Posted By LPFan22 I'm truly sorry for your loss, jnemo. Take good care of yourself through this difficult time. Here's one of my favorite poems... Creation When God had made the earth and sky, the flowers and the trees, He then made all the animals the fish, the birds and bees And when at last He'd finished not one was quite the same. He said I'll walk this world of mine and give each one a name. And so He traveled far and wide and everywhere He went, a little creature followed Him until its strength was spent. When all were named upon the earth and in the Sky and Sea, the little creature said "Dear Lord, there's no name left for me." Kindly the Father said to him "I've left you to the end. I've turned my own name back to front And called you DOG, my friend". Author Unknown
Originally Posted By Keith You all are very kind. I'm sure jnemo's heart will be warmed by your concern and wishes.
Originally Posted By Disneymom443 I'm sorry such a pretty dog. Ridgeback are such great animals, sorry for your loss.
Originally Posted By jnemo Thanks everyone, it has been so hard to read this thread, it is so hard to do anything right now. He was the best dog I have ever had in my life and DH and I are heart broken right now. ok, tears are back gotta do something else. Thanks for all the kind thoughts
