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Herckleperckle
Member
11-20-2003
| Monday, November 22, 2004 - 8:37 am
I am so, so sorry, Jasper. My heart just breaks for you.

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Lucy
Member
10-08-2002
| Monday, November 22, 2004 - 8:50 am
Jasper, I'm so sorry for your loss.
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Skootz
Member
07-23-2003
| Monday, November 22, 2004 - 9:03 am
Sorry to hear this jasper...hang in there

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Kstme
Member
08-14-2000
| Monday, November 22, 2004 - 8:55 pm
(((((Jasper))))) I am so sorry to hear of your loss.
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Whoami
Member
08-03-2001
| Monday, November 22, 2004 - 10:03 pm
Oh Jasper. I so know what you're going through. I know exactly what you mean about crying at the drop of a hat. Last month, when my dear Boomer died, I cried so much my cheeks were actually raw. I was mentally and physically exhausted for days from all the crying. I'm learning to stuff it down a little more now, but sometimes its still too hard. I know what you mean about wanting to call out to him and stuff. Its so hard to accept all those special moments you share will never happen again. Hang in there sweetie. It gets a bit easier as time goes by. Not much, but some. {{{{Jasper}}}}
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Seamonkey
Member
09-07-2000
| Tuesday, November 23, 2004 - 12:19 am
Jasper, I've been there and it is so very sad and painful.. one day at a time for awhile, then gradually you can mostly enjoy the wonderful memories..
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Jasper
Member
09-14-2000
| Tuesday, November 23, 2004 - 7:12 am
Thanks everyone for your kind words they are most appreciated and hugs to you Whoami for your loss. Last night was my first evening home to an empty house and that was rough. My dog, whose name is Jasper, had hip dysplaysia and arthritis, the vet also thinks he may have had spinal cancer as he deteriorated in a matter of two weeks to the loss of use of his back legs. He was very stoic though and still smiling. I didn't think i would be able to keep using Jasper as my member name ( I use it everywhere) but I think it is a fitting tribute and keeps him close, reading your messages made me smile. Anyways I digress, I had a point. On my way home last night, I did a whole bunch of errands trying to delay the inevitable and as I neared home a song came on the radio that I had never heard, it was called Sunshine, it was a fairly sad song, but it made me think of Jasper and smile anyways, and it was by a band called Hipjoint Inc., some may laugh, but I took this as kind of a sign from him and it did make the house a little less empty when I walked it. Thanks for thinking of me everyone. I'll have to visit all these other areas more often, you are a bunch of very kind and thoughtful people.
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Herckleperckle
Member
11-20-2003
| Friday, November 26, 2004 - 9:33 am
 
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Jagger
Member
08-07-2002
| Monday, November 29, 2004 - 7:42 am
Jasper I am so sorry to hear about your Jasper, it is always very hard walking in the door and not having your best friend meet you at the door. Just remember to think of all the great times you had with him.
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Cher
Member
08-18-2004
| Monday, November 29, 2004 - 11:08 am
Jasper, I am sorry to hear of your loss - Our pets mean so much to us and continue giving unconditional love! I know how much my dog means to me, so I just wanted to say I am sorry for your loss. Take Care!
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Zachsmom
Moderator
07-13-2000
| Monday, November 29, 2004 - 12:31 pm
someone emailed this to me..thought it was cute "Walkin' in a Doggie Wonderland" ---------- Sing to the tune of ---------- "Winter Wonderland" Dog tags ring, are you listenin'? In the lane, snow is glistenin'. It's yellow, NOT white - I've been there tonight, Marking up my winter wonderland. Smell that tree? That's my fragrance. It's a sign for wand'ring vagrants; "Avoid where I pee, it's MY pro-per-ty! Marked up as my winter wonderland." In the meadow dad will build a snowman, following the classical design. Then I'll lift my leg and let it go Man, So all the world will know it's mine-mine-mine! Straight from me to the fencepost, flows my natural incense boast; "Stay off of my TURF, this small piece of earth, I marked it as my winter wonderland.
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Ophiliasgrandma
Member
09-04-2001
| Monday, November 29, 2004 - 12:39 pm
Zmom, that is so cute!
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Sia
Member
03-11-2002
| Tuesday, November 30, 2004 - 5:46 am
Jasper, I'm so sorry you lost your beloved doggy. Hugs for healing for you and all those who loved your Jasper-shadow.
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Jasper
Member
09-14-2000
| Wednesday, December 01, 2004 - 12:36 pm
Thank you everybody. It has been very difficult but I have come to realize that I absolutely need to get another dog sooner rather than later. Jasper will never be forgotten but both my dh agree that we need a new puppy. We are going to decide after Xmas, go to the SPCA etc. I'll keep you all posted. I have to say I felt guilty feeling the need to get another dog so soon but it was uplifting for me when dh agreed. I think Jasper would just be happy that his mum and dad are finding something to smile about.
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Seamonkey
Member
09-07-2000
| Thursday, December 02, 2004 - 4:38 pm
Jasper, I know your beloved Jasper will approve of you adopting another doggie.. I'll love seeing and hearing about who comes home with you soon to spread doggie love and tail-wags!
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Whoami
Member
08-03-2001
| Thursday, December 02, 2004 - 5:21 pm
Its been the experience in our family that the spirit/essence of a passed pet stays on and "coaches" the newest member of the family. I believe that with all my heart. So many unique characteristics of pets who have passed on end up manifesting themselves in a new pet. I think they stay around to coach the new one, and then head on to the Rainbow Bridge to wait for us. I also believe they come back for the occasional visit. I used to believe that it might be a reincarnation of the beloved pet coming back to live with us again. And who knows, maybe that's true. But I find it easier to believe that each of the pets we've seen go to the Rainbow Bridge will be waiting for me when I go there myself. Who knows, maybe Jasper will help you find the new pup, then coach it on how to be a faithful companion.
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Kstme
Member
08-14-2000
| Thursday, December 02, 2004 - 5:37 pm
Jasper, I think it's a great idea to get another dog. It doesn't mean you are forgetting or replacing Jasper, at all. If this is something that feels right...do it!!!
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Seamonkey
Member
09-07-2000
| Thursday, December 02, 2004 - 8:42 pm
NOt forgetting, but honoring.. Jasper was so wonderful that you feel the need for a canine presence because you anticipate that it will be a great thing for you (and that fortunate new doggie)
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Jagger
Member
08-07-2002
| Friday, December 03, 2004 - 9:28 am
Jasper I also agree that getting another puppy would be a very good idea. It will help you relive your life with Jasper. You will see your new puppy doing some of the same things Jasper did and it will bring back fond memories of him.
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Calamity
Member
10-18-2001
| Friday, December 03, 2004 - 2:12 pm
In memory of Jasper Poster Jasper: I'm so sorry for your loss. I know you'll never forget your old friend.
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Sia
Member
03-11-2002
| Sunday, December 05, 2004 - 6:56 pm
Jasper, I'm glad that you are able to look forward to choosing a puppy to rescue from the pound after Christmas. I think you are wise to wait until after the holiday, and I am happy that you're adopting a new pet sooner rather than later; the new little one will surely help ease your heartache over losing your good buddy. Jasper the dog will be happy that you won't be alone and lonely.
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Jasper
Member
09-14-2000
| Monday, December 06, 2004 - 8:01 am
Thank you everyone, I can't put into words how much of a comfort you have been to me. I'll keep you posted about our new furry friend. And Whoami, I get exactly what you mean and feel that way as well, it is what I would like to have happen. I still talk to him everyday.
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Seamonkey
Member
09-07-2000
| Monday, December 06, 2004 - 9:36 am
He hears you, Jasper..
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Whoami
Member
08-03-2001
| Wednesday, December 08, 2004 - 8:15 pm
Eight weeks ago to the day, I went shopping to Pets Mart, loaded up on canned dog food, and drove happily home. The next day, Boomer was dead. Today was my first trip back to Pets Mart. The dog food lasted twice as long, since there was only one dog to eat it. What a freaking hard trip. I had to say a prayer to myself to maintain control as I roamed the aisles. I did okay till I checked out, and the cashier innocently asked me "how many dogs do you have?" Shit. Tears were welling up in my eyes as I left the checkstand, and I had to sit in the car for about 15 minutes while I cried my eyes out. Then I got to go to the grocery store with red eyes and blotchy cheeks. *sigh* It doesn't help at all that this is a Wednesday, just like that last shopping trip was. And then I woke up to the worse Thursday of my life. Every Thursday is.....I dunno. I don't think I'll ever look at Thursday's again the same. I almost didn't go today, cause Bomba still has one more day of food left. But, a storm might come in, and Mom was out of one of her vitamins, so it was more feasable to go today. I'm already fearful of going to bed tonight. It took a few weeks before I could let Bomba leave my room when we went to bed. I went as far as to grab his collar and pull him back. Its only in the last week I grit my teeth and let him leave the room, or let him stay downstairs for a while if he chooses when I go up to bed. Thankfully, he's still slept with me every night for most of the time. I don't know if I'll sleep well tonight, knowing its a Wednesday after a Pets Mart trip, and knowing tomorrow is Thursday. I need to try and stay positive. Bomba hasn't had the eating trouble Boomer had. So even though Boomer's death was sudden and unexpected, it was still preceded by signs. But I am just so gun shy now. It didn't help that, when I got home Mom told me she dreamed that Boomer ran away and she was running around looking for him and asking everyone if they'd seen him. Double shit. please excuse the bad words. Its just how I feel
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Yankee_in_ca
Member
08-01-2000
| Wednesday, December 08, 2004 - 8:19 pm
Oh, Whoami, I am giving you a virtual hug right now. A tight, warm hug.
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