Thursday, May 13, 2021
I would like to inform the organization of the death of my dog Bagger (Victoria_4196 in Spain) through this channel. In 2011 I adopted her through your organization. I have been able to share my life with her for 10 years. She passed away at home last night. Today she will be cremated and one these days I can take her home again, where she belongs. To honour her I have written the following;
"Everything comes in triplicate"
You were the first in a series of luck. Love at first sight it was for me (and then I had only seen a picture of you). You weren't so sure, because the first time I let you go outside, you ran the other way. Fortunately, you quickly decided to turn around and follow me in the direction I was going. From that moment on you have followed me faithfully everywhere. I didn't even have to look back, you were never far. Once I lost you, you would be next to me. Calm, wise, faithful and confident. You chose me as I chose you. Gave me your full dedication. You were so obedient to me, so naughty and self-prepared by others. You only had one "boss". And I am grateful that I was allowed to be that one.
When you came into my life, I was at a crossroads. You helped me choose the right path. We have walked a long path together. However difficult the path was sometimes to walk, you fearlessly walked with me. As a protective shadow behind me, a faithful companion beside, or a guiding compass for me. We were able to walk together for 10 years. I will never be able to express in words what you have done and mean to me. I am eternally grateful for every second I have shared with you.
"A dog is also a bit like your child" people often say. I've never felt that way. You were too wise to be my child. My best friend. My soul mate. My greatest love. That was you to me and you always will be. When I looked at you in those wise eyes, I saw a reflection of that moment. That wisdom, which said I couldn't fool you and forced me to be honest with myself as well. You knew before I even knew what I was feeling or really thinking.
Now I have to walk on without you. And that while I am just again at a crossroads. "Everything comes in triplicate". Unfortunately you were the third. Maybe that is exactly the way it should have been. And you lead me to the right path for the last time. The last thing you will do for me. This is how we started our life together and this is how our path together comes to an end.
You saved me and I believe I did the same for you. We needed each other. You're the best choice I've ever made. One of the hardest things I've ever had to do is let go of you. I'll have to walk this crossroads without you. But wherever I go or stand, I will take you with me. You will always be my greatest love.
I also know this is better for you. You had changed a lot in recent months. You had become anxious and I really couldn't leave you alone anymore. Without me by your side you were just as out of control as I was before I had you in my life. Now I see you before me as you have always been; happily rolling on your back to seduce people to pet you, secretly walking past with a hunk of cheese in your mouth or whatever other food you could grab in a moment when I wasn't looking (not attracting to other people who saw it), unexpectedly chasing a little bunny only to get it so that you could give it your endless love and happily hopping in a crazy mood.
I see you strong and fearless on your new path. I believe you will also find someone there to give your love to and rest your head on, because that is all you want; someone to stand side by side in the moment.
Like the colored lights that I left on your bed when I got time to say goodbye, I will ignite the light with every step I take. I can only celebrate the time I had with you.
The last credit I can do to you is to continue what you have been committed to for the past 10 years; giving myself the unshakable trust and unconditional love that you have shown me. I promise. And if there is ever a moment when I find it difficult to hold on to that, Bono will keep me in place with his weight. He will never be able to take your place. We have been together for so long. You and Me Against the World. And you cannot be compared anyway. What you gave me was so very exceptional and special. But maybe it gives you peace of mind to know that I am not alone. That from now on Bono will be by my side to light up every day, with his rude, quasi-silly way.
Rest in peace, sweetheart. You have given more than anyone could ever wish for. Now is the time to worry only about yourself. Just like that time has come for me here. I hope that when the time comes, you will be there in the light with little grandma by your side, waiting for me and I can take you in my arms forever. Thanks for everything.
I would like to thank the organization and everyone involved in this. I cannot describe how grateful I am that you saved her and thus gave me the opportunity to have her as part of my life. With that you also indirectly saved me. The wonderful work you do should not go unmentioned. If you want to use the text and / or photos to draw attention to the necessary mission that the organization has taken on, I will immediately give my consent.
The word 'thank you' is far from adequate. But for want of better words; Thanks!
Sincerely,
Daisy
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