I Will Never Forget...

[Sam's Mom]

As I woke this morning MEMORIES flooded my heart.

11 years ago….
Samson…I will never forget the first day I saw you…it was instant love. You were such a cute puggy little guy…prancing around all confident and curious with your big fat head and feet. And that wiggle butt…I had to make you mine!! Turns out that was the beginning of a love I never imagined. For 10 years you gave me your best in everyway (well once in a while you were a butt head but we won’t go there). We had a great life together and I cling to that still.

1 year ago today…my world collapsed. (we had received the dreaded OS diagnosis just 5 days previous)
Samson…I will never forget our last day together. You didn’t get up with me like you always had for breakfast. I came back to check on you and when you awoke and got up I could tell today you were worse, hurting more, even with the pain meds. We cuddled up together your fur was so soft. I took your giant head in my hands and looked into your big brown eyes…I could see it was time So I woke up your Dad.
We stopped by the store and got you a New York Steak. Then we took you to your favorite park. You sniffed around awhile enjoying the breeze in your face and then headed back to the car…you knew it was time too.
We snuggled together on your favorite blanket at the Vet’s office. Nose to nose…looking into each others eyes, thru the tears…we shared our last kisses and hugs…and then with dignity and bravery you closed your eyes and went on without me.

And now it is one year later…..
Like I promised Sammy, I took you home to Minnesota where you loved it so and scattered your ashes last month. And honestly that was I believe the beginning of closure for me.
My Sammy, thank you for being my boy and bringing such joy into my life. Thank you for trusting in me and loving me so…I only pray I measured up in some small way. Rest easy my big boy till the day we are together again, until then treasured memories will have to do

And thank you RDN for this place to open my heart and let my feelings flow.

[Lola B Marie]

Even though this is a four tissue post, I loved it most because of how you loved your dog. The respect you still have for your sweet boy is so evident and it was very generous of you to share this. I miss my heart dog so much and the anniversary of her death is in a few weeks. It will be 3yrs. I too remember every detail of her last days. I found comfort in knowing that I am not alone with my rottie memories. There must be this big beautiful place where our rotties gather to exchange thoughts on how much they are still loved and cherished. Sending you hugs.
Jane

[spoiledbabies3]

Wonderful tribute to your boy...Samson is guiding you and helping you through...He is your angel boy...

My heart breaks for you...My Samson and I both send you healing thoughts and special prayers that you will soon find the peace for your heart to heal...Your Samson is indeed a special one...

[mjones77]

I have to agree, what a great tribute!!

Sorry for your loss.

[Samson2006]

That is so nice and a great tribute to Samson.
Our dog who will be 15 months is named Samson, brings a warm feeling.

Originally Posted by Sam's Mom

As I woke this morning MEMORIES flooded my heart.

11 years ago….
Samson…I will never forget the first day I saw you…it was instant love. You were such a cute puggy little guy…prancing around all confident and curious with your big fat head and feet. And that wiggle butt…I had to make you mine!! Turns out that was the beginning of a love I never imagined. For 10 years you gave me your best in everyway (well once in a while you were a butt head but we won’t go there). We had a great life together and I cling to that still.

1 year ago today…my world collapsed. (we had received the dreaded OS diagnosis just 5 days previous)
Samson…I will never forget our last day together. You didn’t get up with me like you always had for breakfast. I came back to check on you and when you awoke and got up I could tell today you were worse, hurting more, even with the pain meds. We cuddled up together your fur was so soft. I took your giant head in my hands and looked into your big brown eyes…I could see it was time So I woke up your Dad.
We stopped by the store and got you a New York Steak. Then we took you to your favorite park. You sniffed around awhile enjoying the breeze in your face and then headed back to the car…you knew it was time too.
We snuggled together on your favorite blanket at the Vet’s office. Nose to nose…looking into each others eyes, thru the tears…we shared our last kisses and hugs…and then with dignity and bravery you closed your eyes and went on without me.

And now it is one year later…..
Like I promised Sammy, I took you home to Minnesota where you loved it so and scattered your ashes last month. And honestly that was I believe the beginning of closure for me.
My Sammy, thank you for being my boy and bringing such joy into my life. Thank you for trusting in me and loving me so…I only pray I measured up in some small way. Rest easy my big boy till the day we are together again, until then treasured memories will have to do

And thank you RDN for this place to open my heart and let my feelings flow.

[richnthor]

I share your sorrow for I had to have my rottie put down about a year ago and I still miss him very much. I just visited his grave today to "talk to him". Only those of us who have bonded with a rottie know how loving they can be, always by your side, wiggling the little stub tail when he sees you. You expressed your feelings so beautifully. Your love and care was not wasted; I'm sure you were well repaid.