In Memory

When I decided to get a Golden retriever, the usual abundant supply of them around this area suddenly dried up and there were none to be found. I found an outdated newspaper ad, and on a whim and a prayer, I called. There was one puppy who had been returned! He was tentatively being held for someone else who wanted to look at him. I thanked the lady and left it up to God. That night there was a message on my answering machine when I got home. After I had commented that the decision was ultimately God's, she had known in her heart that the puppy belonged with me. She had called the other people and they had agreed to give me first chance. She dropped Moses off the next morning while she went shopping, and he actually seemed to recognize me! He bounced in and took over and never looked back. He belonged with me and Avia and he seemed to know it. Moses was like a giant stuffed toy. He wanted only to please and his lower lip would quiver if he thought he'd done something bad. He was the epitome of the word "Golden". A quiet, loyal companion, a sweet, funny friend. Moses took a jump from our bed and his feet slipped and he crashed to the hardwood floor. Suspecting possible internal injuries when Moses became severely ill a few days later, he was taken to the vet for tests. He was at the vet hospital undergoing tests and IV support, and was to undergo exploratory surgery once his condition was stabilized. Unfortunately, however, Moses slipped into a coma and died on May 5, 2006 at 8:00 p.m. Tests seemed to indicate a rapidly growing tumor in his biliary tract. Moses is now gone, but his giant pawprints are indeliby etched on our hearts. I wish I could fondle his ear one more time, or toss him the ball. My biggest wish is that I could take him for one last swim and enjoy watching him as he swims back and forth in total bliss. My Golden boy, I can't believe you won't greet me when I come home from work with that gently waving tail and that sweet, smiling expression on your face. You were loved much, Moses, but you loved 100 times more in return.

Mr.T- We love and miss you so much. There is not a day that goes by that I do not think about you. Oh what I would give to have you "love in mommy's hair". You were the best cat I have ever had and you will never be forgotten. Love you!

Dusti Mae,How i miss you so! You left me Dec 14th .07. I still find myself calling your name(when i call in the other dogs). When i call my two dogs, Rilee and Tonka, for them to come get there "cookie" i end up calling your name as well. I will never forget everything you did for me. When we would go on our walks, me, you, Tonka, and the kids, and they would run around together but you always stayed by my side. I never had to call your name twice for you to come back to me. When i call you now i know that you will not come, but i know your in a better place and soon it will be my time to come to you. I know your calling me but you will always have my heart. And i know i have yours. Love you,
Mom

Tasha was an American Pitbull Terrier (APBT). She was such a sweet girl, she protected me no matter what. I got her when she was only 4 weeks old, she was so tiny ad needed lots of love. She grew up so fast, she loved to play with our Chihuahuas Peaches and Nitro. She was a great dog. She passed away at only 9 months of age on April 12, 2007, due to bacterial meningitis. She is greatly missed. I keep her picture on my keyring so she can go with me everywhere.

BeBe was my baby. She passed away on August 23, 2007 (just a few days ago as I write this). She was a very loving, and smart dog. For 11 years she remained my best friend; never judgemental. She was the first one I said good morning to and the last one I said goodnite to. There is a big sad emptyness in my heart- but I know that she is in doggie heaven, and someday we will meet again. Until then, I will continue to holdup the smile she put on my face every day. BeBe 3/96-8/2007

When we first got her she was a stray cat and we loved her o so very much. We only had for a very short time but we loved her soooo much and we gave her everything and she would let us pick her up and carry her around the house. Doodles was hit by a car in may of 2006.

Brandy was my baby. She was wolf/german shepherd and gorgeous. She was my best friend, companion and my child. I couldn't have loveed her more if I had of had her myself. She was a not dog to me, but my baby girl. I was diagnosed with a terminal illness and 2 months later she was too. She had cancer that ran up the whole left side of her breast. I had her for 12 years and on May 14, 2005 she passed away. I felt like someone had ripped my heart out. I loved you then girl and I always will. Even though i have three other babies now, none will ever take your place. Bye for now baby girl, I will be with you again one of these days and thanks for watching over me. Love, your mom

My baby boy I miss you so much. Luke was my best friend in the world and I treated him like a son more than a pet. He was spoiled rotten, he had his own bed but he slept in mine. I loved him so much I still can't believe he is gone. I took Luke to The Small Animal Clinic in because he looked like he had an eye infection and he wasn't acting like he was feeling good. When we got there they gave him eye drops and sent us home. Two days later I took him back really worried because now he was barely moving around and his eyes hurt him so bad he just kept them closed. Well all the vet did was give him new eye drops and send us on our way again, telling us to come back Monday and if his eye's didn't look better he would send him to an eye doctor. Sunday night Luke started panting and coughing. I was so worried I called the vet at his emergency line but there was no answer. Finally I tried out of town and this wonderful vet in Colemen, TX answered his phone. I told him everything that was going on frantically and also that I really didn't have much money on me at the moment. The vet said that was fine and to come in, by that time it was midnight. With one look, just ONE look the vet in Coleman could see that Luke didn't have an eye infection he had Lymphoma Cancer, and after he fully examined Luke he confirmed it. He asked if Luke could stay the night so he could take blood and test to try and see how far along the cancer was. I agreed and went home to my empty house and waited. Finally at 9am he called and said that I could pick Luke up at 10am. When I got there Luke looked so sad and weak I was so worried. The vet told me to take him home and try to get him to eat, and he would call me when the the blood test came in. Well I got Luke all the way home, but we only got the door. He just kind of whined at me and then layed down. I couldn't believe it, my baby was dying and all I could do was watch and scream. I called the vet and he had me bring Luke back to Coleman as fast as possible. I put Luke in the car, but I knew it was already to late, he was gone. I still took him back to Coleman where they let me cry in their office for about an hour and a half before someone came and got me. The vet there didn't charge me for anything. After I went home the vet called the next day after the tests came in and told me he had stage five of the Cancer and that he was very sorry for my loss. He was really sweet about the whole thing. I miss Luke he left such a void in my heart and home. I Love you Luke and miss you every minute of every day.

Well Precious you went through a lot with me moving from Arkansas to Texas. It was a real big change for you moving from the country to the city.You had a lot of favorite foods like peanut butter on a cracker, banana raisin flavored treats and not to mention CEREAL!!!! Precious loved cereal. Well we moved to Texas and we were in the city with a very small yard.She didnt really enjoy that, but we went on walks to keep her occupied or I played with her in my room.Then we moved into the country you stayed in the barn with all of the toys you just loved!We played every day for about 1-2 hours. You loved play time! You never wanted to go back into your cage.Well I woke up very early on that Sunday and my Meme said to go check on you. I started running for the barn because my Meme has never told me to go check on you so i thought something was wrong.I looked for you in your hammonk where you always slept, but you weren't there.....I found found you at the bottom of your cage and I went to pick you up and you had passed away. The reason my Meme said to go check on Presious was because i got a horse and she thought that I would see the horse before I got to the barn were Precious was.We don't know how she died or why either, but she was the best ferret anybody could have ever wanted. Precious you were and are the best!!!I love you tut tut. You will always hold a special place in my heart.

My baby Scooter was one of the most intresting,wonderful and best things that ever happened to me. Although his life was short he taught me many things and opened my heart so big. He's gone now but will never be forgotten. He makes his mark in the deepest part of my heart. I love u baby and i miss u soo much.