Raisa by Mami

Our pets are as individual as snowflakes. As unique as the clouds. As enduring as the stars. When they leave us no pet or human can take their place in our lives.

I believe that people need to express their emotions about the loss of a pet in the same way we do for humans. We need to grieve. Sadly it is nearly impossible to be ready for the sudden death of a pet. No one can be expected to have such a situation on his or her mind 24 hours a day; life is about living after all! The only thing that you can do is to try and understand the grieving process so when the inevitable does finally occur you will be ready to cope with the loss of the pet and be better equipped to help your children cope at such a distressing time.

We need to celebrate a life that touched ours so deeply. We also need to share our memories and feelings about our old friend with others.

I thought I’d be prepared. Your death has left a painful hole in my heart that will only be healed when you run to meet me in heaven someday! For 10 1/2yrs you were more than a pet you were my second daughter my only best friend and I miss you !

She taught us that living well and playing hard are the secrets to a long life. Our lovable guard dog may not be watching from in the house but she will always guard our hearts. Thank you for our wonderful memories. We love you and we will miss you. I pray that you are in a better place and no longer in any pain.

You were always there when I needed you and I still can’t believe that my Raisa that was so full of life and energy is actually gone. There are no words to describe how much I miss you And I would give anything to have one last day with you. Little did I know that the phone call I made that night would bring the news of death. You were in the best and most caring and tender hands I could find you to live with. My Raisa? Dead? no! It couldn’t possibly be. You had so much more to live. But if you would’ve lived more years like we all would’ve hoped you could never have been loved any more then you are now. You’ll always be the best of my daughters the most obedient the most caring the one the loved me unconditionally.

I’m sorry I wasn’t there for you in the end. Did you know how much I loved you how much IÆll miss you? Did you know? You will forever be in my heart and in the hearts of all who loved you. We’ll miss you and will always be thankful for the joy you brought into our home. A part of us died when you left us the only consolation we have is that someday we will be with you again. Until then be happy!

Love you forever

Mami