Majchy Posted October 10, 2008 Report Share Posted October 10, 2008 "If someone ever asks what happens to a dog that dies, Just give a gentle smile of joy and look them in the eye. Take their hand and comfort them and tell them not to cry. For dogs don’t die, they simply cross a bridge to paradise." My sweet little Nia, be good behind the rainbow bridge and don't bark too much on the angels who will throw you the balls and the frisbees... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ceredwyn Posted October 10, 2008 Report Share Posted October 10, 2008 Blessings on you and your beautiful Nia. She will always own a piece of your heart, and she'll live with you there until you meet again at the bridge. There are many wonderful dogs there to watch over her while she waits, and she'll bring them joy, too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
juliepoudrier Posted October 13, 2008 Report Share Posted October 13, 2008 Your memorial video is absolutely beautiful. It's obvious she was well loved in her short time here on earth. Bless you. J. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ShoresDog Posted October 13, 2008 Report Share Posted October 13, 2008 Your tribute to Nia is beautiful. She was much loved indeed. The trashed room and her "Sorry, Mom," look are to me the cutest part. I'm so sorry you lost her young. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KrisK Posted October 13, 2008 Report Share Posted October 13, 2008 Nia was indeed a lovely pup. I'm so sorry that she didn't have years to bring joy to your life. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BustopherJones Posted October 13, 2008 Report Share Posted October 13, 2008 The poem in its entirety: My precious girl passed away, no more to breathe a sound. I held her for the last time, then entombed her in the ground. Day and night I wept so much, in tears I thought I'd drown. I searched my soul for comfort, but no peace therein was found. In great despair, I hit my knees and then began to pray. "Father, will I ever see my dog again someday?" I raised my eyes and saw an angel standing near a gate. I sensed an inner peace I'd never felt before that day. The angel smiled and said to me, "Oh ye of little faith! God sees every bird that falls; He knows your puppy's fate. I have met your little dog, I saw her pass my way. Your precious dog is still alive; she just walked through this gate. Paradise is lovelier than you can comprehend. No pain or grief, no tears or fears, and life will have no end. God gave to man His only Son, to cover all his sins. So why would God withhold from you, your pure and loving friend?” The angel took me by the hand and said, "Now come with me. A glimpse of paradise I'll give, to you so you can see." Through the gate and o'er the Rainbow Bridge we did proceed. Through green valleys filled with flowers, rolling hills and trees. “Wow, so this is paradise!” The place was filled with joy. I saw my puppy playing there, with dogs and cats and toys. She also had some doggie treats, and food that she enjoyed. She'd made a lot of new friends there, including girls and boys. Then I saw a child come near, and hug my little mate. She said to her, "I love you so," and kissed her on the face. The angel said, "The child just crossed the Rainbow Bridge today. Now she needs a little friend, to love and help her play. God’s love for her would be enough, in that make no mistake. But in His love, He knew full well, the child would want a mate. This is why God called your dog unto this splendid place. God’s entrusted her with your baby, ‘til you pass through the gate." I pleaded, “May I hug them both?!” The angel answered, “No! You’d violate a sacred site, and now it’s time to go.” He led me back across the Bridge and through the gate to home. He left me there with new-found hope and peace within my soul. If someone ever asks what happens to a dog that dies, Just give a gentle smile of joy and look them in the eye. Take their hand and comfort them and tell them not to cry. For dogs don’t die, they simply cross a bridge to paradise. ~Dan Atcheson Nia will be waiting for you, but in the meantime she has important work to do. Via con Dios, little one... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tarin2 Posted September 1, 2010 Report Share Posted September 1, 2010 It makes me so happy to see all the love and support in this thread. Beautiful words and sentiment. It helps others grieving their pets to see this. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sue R Posted September 1, 2010 Report Share Posted September 1, 2010 I'm very sorry to hear you lost your loved companion. I must have missed this when it was first posted. The quality of life is measured by depth, not length. She and you were very fortunate to have each other, if only for a short time. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MaggieDog Posted September 1, 2010 Report Share Posted September 1, 2010 (((hugs))) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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