Rainbow Bridge

I volunteer at a animal shelter on Saturdays. I adopted my dog from the same shelter in March and love my Riley. I love the dogs. I think each and everyone of them is unique with his or her own personality. Today was a sad day because this past week one of my favorite (sorry, I do have some favorites but I love them all) died. He died from complications from Heartworm. His name was Curious George. He was a little black and white terrier that reminded me of Eddie on Frasier. He was so sweet and loved to cuddle. The funniest thing tho, was his absolute hatred of this other dog Rio. I guess they were roommates in the kennel when George first came to the shelter. And, Rio picked on him. So, one day George said enough and fought back. Every time he would see Rio, he went ballistic. It was quite amusing to see him stand up for himself. Rio and George were finally separated. But, George never let his guard down. Last Saturday, I held George a lot. He acted like he didn't feel good. So, I would take him out of his cage and hold him. Cuz, you know when I'm sick I always want my Mom. She would always make me feel better. I got the email on Thursday that George passed away. I was soooo sad. But, hopefully, that little extra TLC made him feel a little better. And, he had to know he was loved. When I lost my dog, Sam, I couldn't get out of bed for days. A friend sent me a poem about the Rainbow Bridge and I have never forgotten it.

Georgie---I'm going to miss you something terrible.

Just this side of heaven is a place called Rainbow Bridge.

When an animal dies that has been especially close to someone here, that pet goes to Rainbow Bridge.
There are meadows and hills for all of our special friends so they can run and play together.
There is plenty of food, water and sunshine, and our friends are warm and comfortable.

All the animals who had been ill and old are restored to health and vigor; those who were hurt or maimed are made whole and strong again, just as we remember them in our dreams of days and times gone by.
The animals are happy and content, except for one small thing; they each miss someone very special to them, who had to be left behind.

They all run and play together, but the day comes when one suddenly stops and looks into the distance. His bright eyes are intent; His eager body quivers. Suddenly he begins to run from the group, flying over the green grass, his legs carrying him faster and faster.

You have been spotted, and when you and your special friend finally meet, you cling together in joyous reunion, never to be parted again. The happy kisses rain upon your face; your hands again caress the beloved head, and you look once more into the trusting eyes of your pet, so long gone from your life but never absent from your heart.

Then you cross Rainbow Bridge together....

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