Old Jake passed 3 years ago today

[mmcginty]

Three years ago today I lost the finest friend I've ever known.

Just in case he's watching, I miss you terribly, little dog! I will always treasure the time we had together. Sorry I haven't finished your biography... I was sort of hoping it wouldn't still hurt as much to think of you by now... I guess it always will.

I am glad for his sake he didn't have to endure my recent move. The first time I saw him go through a move he wasn't even mine yet, we had to chase him down and corner him, carry him to the car, and then he trembled for the entire 2.5 hour trip! Poor little guy!

When we moved from Oceanside to Nipomo 6+ years ago he was so stressed-out from watching me pack I had to get a motel room for him the last day of it. It was a very unsettling experience for him. (But at least he wasn't terrified of riding in vehicles by then.)

In any case, luckily I have business near my old place today, so I don't have to decide whether or not to make the long drive to visit his grave. It's a peaceful spot under a huge old oak tree that can't be cut down by law...

Ah, here come young Jake and Brandy to comfort me, such sweet looks on their faces, as if they're saying, "daddy need some love?" And so my dark day becomes much brighter...

Thank heaven for my puppies, I'd be lost without them!

 

[Chris]

May the happy memories outweigh the sadness. :sadsmile:

 

[Tabitha]

I'm so sorry for your loss. I also have a sheltie named after one that has passed. F-kap was a wonderful dog and his grandson, F-kap Jr, has lived up to his grandfather's name and then some. We are all so blessed to have shared our lives with these beautiful dog, and to know that no matter what happens there will always be someone waiting for us when we pass. I feel truly blessed to say that F-kap and Sunny waiting for me right now.
Have happy sheltie dreams Jake.

 

[Sullivan]

I'm so sorry to hear of your loss of Jake. I'm sure everyone on Sheltie Nation has a sweet furbaby waiting at the Bridge, my Angel crossed a little over 4 years ago. The words that you wrote about your Jake were so sweet and very touching, I could feel every word you wrote. You will see him again one day and then you will never have to be separated again. Since Jake can't be with you right now, know that he is in the best possible place to be.