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Tuesday, February 10, 2009

So hard to say goodbye


I had to say goodbye to my dear old friend last night. Benny was going on 15 and had a good long life. He died in my arms at home. It feels so empty without him here.

Rest easy, Benny Bean. I hear there is unlimited steak and cookies at the Rainbow Bridge. I miss you so much, Old Man. I will always love you.
This is so hard.



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32 comments:

  1. the7msnFebruary 10, 2009 at 11:03 AM

    Oh, Kathleen, I'm so very sorry for the loss of your beloved friend. Hugs from all of us.

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  2. ~M.February 10, 2009 at 11:26 AM

    Kathleen,
    My heart goes out to you!
    What a lucky boy, to have led such a long and loved loved life, and to have died peacefully where he was loved.
    I'm so sorry though!!!!!

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  3. Sarah SullivanFebruary 10, 2009 at 11:28 AM

    Oh Kathleen, I'm so sorry - it's so hard to loose a good friend!
    Hugs, Sarah

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  4. CaroleeFebruary 10, 2009 at 11:30 AM

    I'm so very sorry for the loss of your beloved companion. What a sweet boy. I know how hard it is to say goodbye. Sending heartfelt {{{hugs}}}.....

    ~ Carolee

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  5. UnknownFebruary 10, 2009 at 11:51 AM

    I'm sorry about your loss. It's hard...
    sending some love your way!
    ~marcia

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  6. T. EdlinFebruary 10, 2009 at 12:39 PM

    So sorry, Kat... I'm thinking of you!!!

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  7. The WildwoodFebruary 10, 2009 at 12:40 PM

    I am so sorry for your loss and I know that you will miss him so much, it is just not fair they leave us so quickly. Dogs teach us so much about life and love. I just went through the same thing, and I share some of your pain and tears.

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  8. counselor kristalFebruary 10, 2009 at 3:20 PM

    I'm sorry Kat. He was a very good boy. If you need anything you know where to find me.

    <3

    kristal

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  9. artbyakikoFebruary 10, 2009 at 4:44 PM

    Kathleen, I'm so sorry for the loss of your beloved Benny. He is so sweet. He is luck to have found you and spent precious time with you. Now he is in heaven watching over you.
    Hugs, Akiko

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  10. WATERBABY CHRISTINEFebruary 10, 2009 at 7:23 PM

    I can see in his face he was a good old dog. I know your heart is heavy today; and everyone who has ever lost a best friend shares your loss.

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  11. Edward BurtonFebruary 10, 2009 at 7:36 PM

    I'm so sorry for your loss, Kathleen. Benny was a sweet beautiful boy.

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  12. Train WreckFebruary 10, 2009 at 8:17 PM

    ((Hugs)) my friend. I am sorry to hea about your dear BB! It is so hard to lose a pet. You had him for alot of years I hope that is some comfort. I hope that time eases your pain and keeps your memories clear.

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  13. Kathleen CoyFebruary 10, 2009 at 11:05 PM

    Thank you so much everyone, your words of comfort really help. It's been such a difficult day, and it helps to know there are people who understand how much I love my pets...they are a huge part of my life and mean the world to me.
    Cloud has been such a comfort to me, giving me lots of extra cuddles. He's so sensitive...he seems sad too.

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  14. Gail H. RagsdaleFebruary 11, 2009 at 4:53 AM

    Kathleen, I am so sorry! I know how hard it is to lose a loved one. He will be waiting for you at the Rainbow Bridge when the time comes, as will the others in your life. My heart hurts for you.

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  15. tlksimpsonFebruary 11, 2009 at 8:31 AM

    So sorry my friend. I love you!

    t

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  16. marnie vollenhalsFebruary 11, 2009 at 9:44 AM

    Kathleen...that is horrible! He was a beautiful dog and looks so sweet. I hope your sorrows heal!

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  17. AcornmoonFebruary 11, 2009 at 10:14 AM

    Oh, poor you! I am so sorry, as a dog owner myself I know how tough this is.

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  18. Totally TimmyFebruary 11, 2009 at 11:35 AM

    I know how you feel and I am really sorry. It's like a little piece of your heart breaks off and goes with them. I've had a lot of dogs and have lost alot of dogs and it never gets easier. Benny was lucky to have you as his owner.
    He looked like a very happy dog and I know he had a great life with you.

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  19. Julia GuthrieFebruary 11, 2009 at 1:17 PM

    What a beautiful boy he is! He looks so happy & contented in those pics hon, like he's had a fantastic life with you & loved every minute!

    I'm shedding a tear for you here & giving Nimh that extra biscuit & cuddle...coz life is too bloody short!

    Much love to you Kat xxxxxxxxxxx

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  20. AnonymousFebruary 12, 2009 at 5:23 PM

    I am so sorry to hear of you loss.. these dogs become a part of us. I know how hard it is...But I do believe with all of my heart that they never truly leave us.
    Kindest regards,
    Deborah

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  21. C-ingspotsFebruary 12, 2009 at 5:36 PM

    Benny certainly was a grand old fellow wasn't he. He looks like he was very secure in his position and I'm sure he was pleased with his life. I'm so very sorry for your loss. I know how much it hurts to lose our beloved friends. You were there and held him when he needed you most. Be comforted by that.

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  22. Nikki MartinFebruary 13, 2009 at 2:46 PM

    I'm sorry I missed this post in previous days, but I am still thinking about you and your beautiful Benny Bean. I hope you are feeling alright.

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  23. artbykarieannFebruary 15, 2009 at 10:17 AM

    So sorry to hear you lost your lovely dog, really sad but at least he had a good life with you.

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  24. Mona Diane ConnerFebruary 17, 2009 at 5:16 PM

    What a beautiful dog! I am so sorry for your loss, Kathleen. I can feel, from the posted pictures, and from your portrait of Benny what a wonderful spirit he must have had.

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  25. gtyyupFebruary 18, 2009 at 3:41 PM

    I know we've said our condolences in the DH...but just wanted to let you know I'm still here for you.

    The days go by so quickly and pretty soon our dogs are old...he had the best that life could offer~~

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  26. Mea Culpa Bath and BodyFebruary 20, 2009 at 10:17 AM

    Oh, Kath....I am so sorry :-( I am not looking forward for that time with the 2 puppies I have :-( Its so hard

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  27. IngridFebruary 23, 2009 at 8:16 AM

    Oh Kathleen,
    I am late in 'catching up' on your blog, but am so sorry to hear of your sweet Benny's passing. He will never leave your heart. What a lucky creature to have had you for a Mom. Ingrid

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  28. UnknownFebruary 24, 2009 at 3:13 AM

    I'm so sorry about your friend.

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  29. Kathleen CoyFebruary 25, 2009 at 8:34 PM

    Thank you again, everyone.
    Hugs!

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  30. Dusty DevoeFebruary 26, 2009 at 11:59 AM

    I just found your blog. I am so sorry for the loss of your friend. He was beautiful. It is never easy losing them.

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  31. winter breezeMarch 20, 2009 at 8:18 AM

    I'm sorry for your lost !! Its always Hard to lose someone who was near to you for so many years!!

    It was a Beautiful Dog!!!
    Hugs!!

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  32. Kathleen CoyMarch 20, 2009 at 10:29 AM

    Thank you so much for your words of comfort. I still miss him terribly.

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Thanks for letting me know you were here!