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Tuesday, September 08, 2009

Final Journey

My buddy, Beau, who spent so much time staying at our house this year while his family was away, unexpectedly went to the Rainbow Bridge last night. His dad was out of town and his mum had been trying to call my mum when he started acting funny, but our family was at a party and so we didn't find out until we were on our way home.

Mum was very sad last night, so I kept my head resting in her hands while her eyes were leaking. I stayed close to her on the bed during the night and my fur got all wet because her eyes wouldn't stop leaking.

We spent a lot of time with Beau this year, so we feel like he was part of the family. Here are some of our favorite memories of him.

At Indian Gardens, a place where there is people food outside and dogs are allowed.

In the snow at Griffiths Springs, one of our favorite winter places. Beau loved the snow as much as I do.

On my chaise. Yes, Beau took over my chaise when he came to stay, but I willingly gave it up - he was much bigger than me. He could make himself look really small when he curled up.

Playing "Beau Stones" at Dry Creek. He would dive right under the water and retrieve a rock from the bottom. He loved that game.

His favorite position. He looked very regal when he crossed his paws.

He was a good sport, too, and would play along with the silly things we do at our house. I'm going to miss you, Beau.

17 comments:

Moose said...

So Sorry you lost your pal! He was so very handsome and looks like he was really loved. Run free Beau! Sympathies to your family and other loved ones!
Moose + Dana

Sierra Rose said...

We are really so sorry! Tears in my mom's eyes.
We know he will be very missed. What a sweet collection of photos. Lots of love.

Hugs and snaggle-tooth kisses,
Sierra Rose and mom

JacksDad said...

It is so sad to read about a puppy who is no longer here. Please send his family my best wishes.

NAK and The Residents of The Khottage Now With KhattleDog! said...

My mom and I are leaky fur your loss and fur your furiend's loss too...

I love the khrossed paws pikh - that is one of my patented pawsitions!

Tank woo fur sharing this special tribute with us!

Hugz&Khysses,
Khyra

The Adventures of the LLB Gang said...

Oh Ruby,

We are so sorry for you and your friends loss.

Dory and Beth (the Mama)

RILEY AND STAR MY MALTESEKIDS said...

Such a beautiful, sweet dog. We know you will miss him.

Lovely tribute!

Thanks for sharing.

Luv,
Riley and Star.

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We are so sorry for your loss. A good and dear friend is one of life's great treasures - human or canine.
You have our sympathies.

Wendy & Abbey

Tabatha said...

Please give your mom puppy kisses from me. I am so sorry to hear about your friend. My mom has tears running down her face just reading about your loss! Make sure and continue to give your mom extra loves.

Susan Walker said...

What a beautiful tribute to our love, Beau. Joel, Justine and Theo's family here in San Diego will miss Beau coming over to our home. We are all going to miss our Beau, esecially our girls. We love you Uncle Joe and we will forever miss our Beau. He was our prince.

Maxmom said...

Hey there, Ruby
We are really sorry for your sad loss. Please send lots of love and licks to your Mom. You have some really nice memories though and I am sure Beau will be watching over you all for a long time.
Lots of licks
MAXDOG IN SOUTH AFRICA

Alli and Frankie said...

I'm so sorry your friend is gone. It's so sad when that happens unexpectedly. You're in our thoughts and prayers!
:) Frankie

Tina said...

hey!

nice pictures!
meggi is sending greetings to you!
hope you are fine?
Meggi is growing so fast! and she is getting fresher more every day!

Tina&Meggi

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Euri said...

RIP Beau. He sounds like he was a lovely chap. What a nice tribute.

Sue said...

What a handsome boy he was. Rest in peace, Beau.

Piappies World said...

Hi Ruby,
We're so sorry about your loss. Beau was so good looking and really seemed gentle. Do extend our sympathies to your family and Beau's as well.

- Fudgie, Princess, Scrappy, Bullet

How Sam Sees It said...

We didn't know Beau, but he must have been a wonderful dog. We are sorry you lost your friend.