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BPO Rainbow Bridge Forum => Remembering those no longer with us. => : Gevaudan_Jo February 28, 2008, 06:29:18 AM
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Almost 3 years ago (it will be three years on June 14), we lost our first dane, Zeus to bloat... The weekend before he left us, We actually traveled to a huge dog event in toronto called Woofstock... we met our first online friend, Stephanie, her boyfriend and their gorgeous white deaf dane, Brutis. They were few who had been touched by Zeussys life, and they know how special of a boy he was...
We got Zeus when i had went to a dane breeder, to check out, and leave a deposit on a puppy (Memphis).She had this dane, he was two years old, and had been bred by her, and sent two two different homes, that didnt work out. she rescued him back from the last home he was in, in an appalling condition... She brought him home, and had him neutered... It was about 2 weeks since his last home, that I met him. and he instantly loved me... it was definately love at first sight. The breeder said he never took a liking to someone like he did to me... and so- yep, he came home with us... 84lbs at 2 years old. we got him up to 120lbs before he left us at just under 4 years old...
Now that you know the story of Zeus, how he left, and how his last weekend with us was...
I checked my PO box today, and had a note saying "parcel" right on! i go get it. its from my friend Steph (that we had met at Woofstock). i came home and opened it.
It was a hand drawn portrait of Zeus... its absolutely stunning... I have taken pics with my digi to share with you all, but these photos definately do not do it justice... Here, is the tribute Steph made of my Zeussy boy... it will be framed and hung up this weekend.
(http://photos-b.ak.facebook.com/photos-ak-sctm/v200/227/2/504587919/n504587919_345509_4843.jpg)
here it is darker so you can see some better details
(http://photos-c.ak.facebook.com/photos-ak-sctm/v200/227/2/504587919/n504587919_345510_5530.jpg)
Jodi
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Oh man. What a beautiful boy. That is incredible. Steph is extremely talented.
Kathy
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Wow, that is beautiful! Zeus was a gorgeous boy. Steph is a very talented person and it looks like a very special lady to do that for you. ;) ;D
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thank you everyone, Zeussy is definitely missed...
And i will be sure to let her know you all love her work ;)
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Oh wow - how absolutely wonderful is that portrait. You have a wonderful friend. RIP Zeus
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That is absolutely beautiful. I love mail surprises. For only meeting him for the weekend, Zeus obviously made an impression.
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Well isn't that a beautiful boy! I'm really glad you liked it Jo. I knew how much you missed him. And he was a great boy. I know Memphis probably still miss's him to, but Reba can keep him busy for now :)
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The potrait of Zeus is truly wonderful. He was a beuatiful boy. Your special pup had a wonderful friend.
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Well isn't that a beautiful boy! I'm really glad you liked it Jo. I knew how much you missed him. And he was a great boy. I know Memphis probably still miss's him to, but Reba can keep him busy for now :)
Wow, you must be Stephanie! Welcome! You are one very talented lady, that's a lovely portrait of Zeus. Good to see you here & I can't wait to hear more about your furry family. ;D
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That pic is just beautiful. Your friend has some serious talen! :)
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that is a great protrait. very subtle.
i love that we can remember them so long after they've left us. that just goes to show you how much of an impact they make.
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Wow, that's beautiful. RIP Zeus
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What an exquisite picture of Zeus. I can't believe its been 3 years already Jo. :-[ What a moving memorial of him. Hope you're resting easy big boy.
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thank you all
Moni- Zeus is playing with Tenchi, and they are both watching over us together :)
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Wow! I love it.. It's gorgeous!
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What a gorgeous picture of your Zeus! The detail you have captured is absolutely amazing, what a talent! Thank you for sharing your beautiful sketch with all of us.
Anita & the 4 Newfies from NJ
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I bet they are Jo. :-*