sweet_ceana Posted January 16, 2010 Report Share Posted January 16, 2010 DH's Grandparent's German Sheppard Annie left us today. She was 12 years old. Everyone in Sun City knew Annie and she will be missed incredibly. Sun City is a retirement community where golf carts are allowed on the streets. Every day at four Annie would hop on the golf cart with Ed and they would cruise around visting friends and folks at the golf courses. Dogs aren't allowed on the golf courses, unless those dogs are Annie. She kept the house safe from mail men and coyotes until her ears failed her earlier last year. She would wheeze a little when she breathed and no longer got up to greet us at the door. That didn't stop everyone from coming to her to say hello, that's why they came over of course, to see Annie. Annie's back leg began to swell in August and whenever I would see her I would massage it for her. She would give you wonderful deep throaty yodels to make sure you knew just how good that massage felt. She spent Christmass this year surrounded by loved ones, and we were thrilled she made it that long. Today Annie had a stroke and lost control of her entire back end. Poor Ed and Nancy had to put down their sweet sweet girl. God speed to the bridge Annie. I'm sure you know how much you will be missed by all of us, but even more so by your Ed and your Nancy. I cannot thank you enough for all of the love, comfort, and purpose you have given them throughout your amazing life. You'll be able to run and jump again now, and chase balls until you are blue in the face. Rest in peace sweet "wolf, mule, and babe," you will be missed. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jedismom Posted January 16, 2010 Report Share Posted January 16, 2010 What a wonderful tribute. I almost felt like I knew her. Thank you for sharing, and condolensces to Ed and Nancy. Sweet dreams Annie... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sea4th Posted January 16, 2010 Report Share Posted January 16, 2010 It's amazing how many lives such a sweet soul can touch - even make a difference in. Sleep gently. Sleep well. You've earned it, Annie. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kelpiegirl Posted January 16, 2010 Report Share Posted January 16, 2010 A wonderful dog. The picture shows the depth of her wisdom and loyalty. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BustopherJones Posted January 16, 2010 Report Share Posted January 16, 2010 I was standing on a hillside In a field of blowing wheat And the spirit of a German Shepherd Dog Was lying at my feet. He looked at me with kind dark eyes An ancient wisdom shining through And in the essence of his being I saw love there too. His mind did lock upon my heart As I stood there on that day And he told me of this story About a place so far away. I stood upon that hillside In a field of blowing wheat And in a twinkling of a second His spirit left my feet. His tale did put my heart at ease My fears did fade away About what lay ahead of me On another distant day. “I live among God’s creatures now In the heavens of your mind So do not grieve for me, my friend As I am with my kind. My collar is a rainbow’s hue My leash a shooting star My boundaries are the Milky Way Where I sparkle from afar. There are no pens or kennels here For I am not confined But free to roam God’s heavens Among my Shepherd kind. I nap the day on a snowy cloud Gentle breezes rocking me And dream the dreams of earthlings And how it used to be. The trees are full of liver treats And tennis balls abound And Milkbones line the walkways Just waiting to be found. There even is a ring set up The grass all lush and green And everyone who gaits around Becomes the Best of Breed. For we’re all winners in this place We have no faults, you see And God passes out those ribbons To each one, even me. I drink from waters laced with gold My world a beauty to behold And wise old dogs do form my pride To amble at my very side. At night I sleep in an angel’s arms Her wings protecting me And moonbeams dance about us As stardust falls on thee. So when your life on earth is spent And you stand at Heaven’s gate Have no fear of loneliness For here, you know I wait." Via con Dios, Annie. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bc friend Posted January 16, 2010 Report Share Posted January 16, 2010 What a lovely tribute to a family dog - she was obviously well loved during her life. My condolences to Ed and Nancy and the extended family. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MicheleS. Posted January 17, 2010 Report Share Posted January 17, 2010 Another wonderful tribute to yet another wonderful dog. Rest easy beautiful girl. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cody & Duchess Posted January 17, 2010 Report Share Posted January 17, 2010 To Ed and Nancy - our deepest sympathy, Annie loved you so. She will be missed but never forgotten. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lewie'sMom Posted January 17, 2010 Report Share Posted January 17, 2010 She was a lovely old gal. My deepest sympathies to her family and friends. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ms.DaisyDuke Posted January 17, 2010 Report Share Posted January 17, 2010 Run Free Annie. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
urge to herd Posted January 17, 2010 Report Share Posted January 17, 2010 Annie was beautiful. Thanks for sharing her with us, and my condolences to Annie's loving family on their loss. Ruth Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
juliepoudrier Posted January 17, 2010 Report Share Posted January 17, 2010 Rest in peace Annie. It sounds like you touched many lives, and you will remain in all those hearts and memories. J. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WildFlower Posted January 19, 2010 Report Share Posted January 19, 2010 Many Sympathies. RIP Annie. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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