Monday, April 30, 2012

Rest In Peace Sweet Girl

 Today we made a very tough decision. One that I wish we did not have to make at all. But the time had come...
 Rebel has been laid to rest beside her sister Sadie in the Azalea Garden.  She had been a part of our family for 16 years. Born in April and passed in April.
 She even attended Birthday Parties through the years.
 She loved the outdoors. She grew up camping and going everywhere with us as a family.
 She was a very stylish older lady. Loved her sweaters in the winter.
But most of all she loved to sit in the recliner with her daddy. During Nascar Racing season this is where  you would see her when  a race was on.  Believe me.. She did watch the tv.. When I worked, I had to always leave the tv on her cartoon channel when I left to go to work. She always would greet us at the door. I will miss her so much. But I know that she is no longer in pain and she is running around chasing her sister Sadie and they are having a great time!
I thought to myself tonight. The Lord gave us these beautiful animal to love and them to love us.  But, It hurts so much when you lose them. All they ever want is just your LOVE. Nothing else.. That pat on the head, scratch behind the ears, belly rubbed or just you to sit and hold them. You can always count on seeing pure love in their eyes. I seen it today with Rebel.. Pure Love.

21 comments:

carol fun said...

So sorry for your loss! We need to take comfort in knowing they are in a better place and will never be forgotten. Hugs -

Catherine said...

So sorry for your loss. Sending many hugs and prayers...

Anonymous said...

It is the hardest decision we have to make when it comes to our ailing animal siblings. I still miss my "baby" who's been gone now 4 years. Prayers for ease of mind and ease of heart. She is with her sister, and they are causing a wonderfully happy commotion where ever they roam.

Anonymous said...

Hello April

I'm so sorry to hear about Rebel, my thoughts are with you.

Lovely photos.

Robin said...

Awwww. Hugs

stitchersanon said...

I am very sorry for your loss...our pets are not just pets, they are members of our family and as important as any other member.

Mouse said...

(((((HUGS))))) love mouse xxxxxx

Michelle May-The Raspberry Rabbits said...

I'm soooooooooo sorry. I'm sooooooooo sad for you. I share your tears girlfriend. Sending lots and lots of hugs for your heart. It's so very hard. I know.
xx

Lynn said...

Oh April, I'm so very sorry for your loss. I know how much you are hurting and my heart goes out to you. May all your wonderful memories of Rebel comfort you. I'm sending lots of hugs your way.

Glenna said...

I'm so sorry that you lost your dear Rebel. I have a soft spot for spaniels, and she looked like a sweetie.

Stitchinowl said...

I am so sorry for your loss of sweet Rebel. Try to take comfort in your wonderful memories. I know all too well of making this impossible decision. Our beloved cocker passed away 2 1/2 years ago at age 15 1/2. I have a hole in my heart and miss him every day.
Carolyn

NanaPeggy said...

I'm so sorry April. We love them so much. They are family. Hugs

pam said...

Sorry sweetie:(

Penny said...

I'm so sorry for your loss, April. Our beloved pets leave a big hole in our hearts when they go, but they also leave us with sweet memories too. Wonderful pictures of your little companion.

Chocolates4Breakfast (Terri Malinovich) said...

I am so sorry for your loss, April. I know what you're going through - been thru it myself. She was lucky to have you all for a family.

Charlene ♥ NC said...

I'm so sorry, April.

Rachel S-H said...

Sending hugs.

Stitching Cat said...

April, so sorry that you had to make that hard decision but Rebel is now frolicking in the sun and is telling all his friends what a special family you were. Sending hugs to you.

Sweet Sue said...

Very sorry for your loss. Rebel's days were so much better because of the love you all gave her. Wishing you peace in the coming days...

Ranae said...

I'm sorry to hear of your sweet rebel
(((hug)))

Myra said...

I am so sorry April. You have some wonderful memories of Rebel and that is what will help you through this difficult time.