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BPO Rainbow Bridge Forum => Remembering those no longer with us. => : BarkleysMum May 20, 2006, 02:58:10 PM

: In Memory of Barkley - May 19/06
: BarkleysMum May 20, 2006, 02:58:10 PM
I thought the best way to pay tribute to my Bark-a-lark was to share some of the pictures that were on the films we had developed today. 
(http://pic13.picturetrail.com/VOL479/2236747/9606454/148235420.jpg)
Look....do I spot a treat?

(http://pic13.picturetrail.com/VOL479/2236747/9606454/148235362.jpg)

Forget the treat ... did Mom just say "walk"?

(http://pic13.picturetrail.com/VOL479/2236747/9606454/148235299.jpg)

It's hard work guarding this treat cupboard!

(http://pic13.picturetrail.com/VOL479/2236747/9606454/148235214.jpg)

My favourite place ... the boardwalk.

(http://pic13.picturetrail.com/VOL479/2236747/9606454/148235206.jpg)

You'd think Mom would move the scoopy bag before clicking...rea lly...the indignity of it all!
(http://pic13.picturetrail.com/VOL479/2236747/9606454/148235196.jpg)

Despite my demon eyes here ... she really was my best friend.

Godspeed big man ... see you at Rainbow Bridge!
: Re: In Memory of Barkley - May 19/06
: doggylover May 20, 2006, 03:19:56 PM
Those pictures showed so much of Barkley's personality.  He was a beautiful, precocious looking sweetheart.  Your pictures have me crying.  It's such a painful and loving thing you did. 
Big Huge Hugs from Washington State
 :'(
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: MommaBear May 20, 2006, 03:34:26 PM
a little teary eyed as well...great pics of a beautiful dog.
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: newflvr May 20, 2006, 03:37:22 PM
How are you doing today?  The pictures were beautiful and it was a joy to see Barkley looking happy and well!  You can tell what a wonderful life he had and how very much he was loved!!!
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: DixieSugarBear May 20, 2006, 04:05:25 PM
Thank you so much the photos are great.  I love the one of you and your big baby.
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: Fumble May 20, 2006, 04:20:47 PM
Those pictures are so cute! I love is newfy loving face! and the comments are priceless. Always and forever Barkley
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: Saint and Mal mom May 20, 2006, 04:34:42 PM
What a beauty. How are you doing today? We're still praying for you. Thanks for sharing those pictures. I loved them!
: Re: In Memory of Barkley - May 19/06
: BarkleysMum May 20, 2006, 04:47:25 PM
How are you doing today?  The pictures were beautiful and it was a joy to see Barkley looking happy and well!  You can tell what a wonderful life he had and how very much he was loved!!!

Thanks for asking.  We have definitely had our share of teary moments here today, but we're doing ok.  It helped to get those films developed today.  Seeing him in that happy, healthy state just a few weeks ago made us realize that to have asked him to live without his dignity in place for one more day would have been cruel.

Going through all the firsts today was hard.  Folding up his blankets, only filling one bowl at supper, not buying treats by the gross today, and then having to leave poor Sheba all by herself today.  Those were hard things to get through, but we've done it once now and it will get a bit easier each time.

As everyone here knows too well, it hurts like crazy, but we do manage to move through it.  I will just keep looking at that goofy face poked through the door and tilted just the way he did when you said the "w" word, and remember that we did the right thing by our best friend.

My husband was all teary eyed (you know, in a manly kinda way...lol) when I showed him the messages of support in Barkley's thread yesterday.  Although I know it made people sad yesterday, I cannot even begin to express our gratitude for your caring.  Thanks again. 
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: horsepoor21 May 20, 2006, 05:36:36 PM
Barkley's Mum , you are such a brave soul ! You are doing a wonderful job at dealing with all the pain , Proud of ya ! And the pictures of Barkley , oh my gosh , I can just SEE his personality shine through them ! What a special pup !
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: Yaz May 20, 2006, 06:30:21 PM
My deepest sympathies to you and your family - losing your best friend is a pain that we all fear and know we will face one day.
: Re: In Memory of Barkley - May 19/06
: newflvr May 20, 2006, 06:38:10 PM
Going through all the firsts today was hard.  Folding up his blankets, only filling one bowl at supper, not buying treats by the gross today, and then having to leave poor Sheba all by herself today.  Those were hard things to get through, but we've done it once now and it will get a bit easier each time.

Wise words, those!!  It will get easier and easier but he'll never be forgotten.  I think the really special guys just find a special corner of your heart and never, ever leave you....just as he's taken a good part of you with him to be with him forever. 

When Cowboy and I go to do our therapy work, I often tell our special patients that Cowboy is an angel whose wings are just folded up tight so we can't see them.  I think Barkley just spread his wings yesterday....
: Re: In Memory of Barkley - May 19/06
: BarkleysMum May 20, 2006, 06:43:14 PM

When Cowboy and I go to do our therapy work, I often tell our special patients that Cowboy is an angel whose wings are just folded up tight so we can't see them.  I think Barkley just spread his wings yesterday....

I love that image!  Thanks!
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: MommyOfSchnauzers May 20, 2006, 06:52:46 PM
I'm so sorry for your loss. 
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: jabear May 20, 2006, 08:42:52 PM
Those pictures and narrations were great Sandy. Barkley will live on here on BPO as he will in your heart for years to come. He lived a great life and was clearly loved as much as any dog could be. Again, our condolences for your beautiful boy.
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: Icerotti May 20, 2006, 09:38:30 PM
That was such a wonderful tribute of Barkley.
He will live on in your heart forever.
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: amylynn May 21, 2006, 04:00:24 AM
Thank you for sharing those wonderful photos of Barkley. That was a very special tribute to him. It really touched my heart. He looks so sweet in every photo.

Sending you another big hug!
: Re: In Memory of Barkley - May 19/06
: longshadowfarms May 21, 2006, 07:14:32 AM
Those pics are beautiful!  What a sweetie!  I couldn't even post under your other post because of all the tears.  The story of your last hours together was heartbreaking.  (Takes a break to wipe eyes again.)  Will continue to pray for your whole family through this time. 
: Re: In Memory of Barkley - May 19/06
: k2campbell May 21, 2006, 10:03:30 AM
AW - what a happy, handsome boy Barkley was (and still will be) forever in BPO's hearts  ;) What a beautiful tribute to a beautiful boy  :-* I'm sure Barkley is smiling down on you now Sandy :)

I'm so very sorry for your loss, but remember - Barkley will never be forgotten and you gave him the most love any dog could ask for :-*

Take care,
Kelly & Kate  ;)
: Re: In Memory of Barkley - May 19/06
: Softhug May 21, 2006, 11:11:39 AM
Beautiful photos!  Thank you for sharing them!  I am so sorry for your loss...but glad I could be one of many here to support you thru such a heart-wrenching time.   :-* 
: Re: In Memory of Barkley - May 19/06
: pitas May 21, 2006, 05:09:43 PM
Beautiful pics of Barkley.  I wish him lots of happy, sunny, fun  and most of all pain free days over the Rainbow Bridge.


Anita & the 3 Newfies from NJ
: Re: In Memory of Barkley - May 19/06
: Bella's mom May 21, 2006, 09:43:45 PM
Great photos.  Keeping you in my thoughts.
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: Nina May 22, 2006, 08:56:26 AM
What beautiful pictures. I am very sorry for your loss. I know how much it hurts. I am sure that Barkley is looking after you from Heaven.



Nina
: Re: In Memory of Barkley - May 19/06
: aggghgmom May 22, 2006, 09:09:42 AM
Barkleys pictures show what a big loving baby he was; these pictures and narration do him so much more justice than your avatar - what a beauty - you can tell how much he loved and is still loved by you and your family.

Thank you for sharing him with us!!  I thought about you many times over the weekend. 

Must go wipe my eyes....again

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: EllieAndBlu May 22, 2006, 09:17:11 AM
GREAT pics - beautiful boy - wonderful tribute!

 
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: CujoandShamus May 23, 2006, 12:58:55 PM
How wonderful. I was os sorry to hear about Barkley