"Lucy"
1974 ----- July 23 1989
Border Collie
My Dearest Lucy,
You came into my life 15 years ago a tiny sweet little puppy
and I loved you from the first day.
You were sick with Distemper but we tried everything possible
to make you well even though the odds were against you.
I had to take you to the vet so many times for shots and medication.
I know you were frightened but I guess you knew it was something I had to do
because you always trusted me.
I know that first year was so hard on you
but we had so many wonderful years ahead of us.
I know that each day was a gift and I am thankful
for all the unconditional love and happiness you brought into my life.
You were with me thru the end of my marriage
and the death of my Mother.
There is a special bond between us
and I still feel your presence with me now.
You loved to play ball and bring in the newspaper.
Sometimes you amazed me
by doing something that seemed beyond a dog's intelligence.
You were so very special to me - my little girl -
these past 15 years would have been so empty without you.
It has been one week tonight since you left me
and I miss you so much punkin'.
Penny misses you too...she seems to look up at me
and say "where's my sister?"
I regret that I didn't stay with you at the vet that last day.
I just had no idea you wouldn't make it thru the night.
You were gone within 10 hours and I'm thankful you didn't suffer for a long time.
I know my pain will subside as time goes by and
the happiness that you brought to my life will be in my heart forever.
You were my little shadow and all you ever wanted
was to be close to me.
You still are sweetheart and when the pain of losing you eases up
the wonderful memories of my little Lucy
will be with me always.
I know you are with my Mom and she is taking good care of you
until we are all together again.
I will always love you and miss you...
I'm so thankful you were a part of my life.
You be a good girl,
Momma
(Cheral Bond)
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