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11-24-2009 8:54 AM -- By: Lauvern,    Critters.com memorial:   Luke Memorial
I know i am early but want to wish all my Critters friends and their furbabies a Happy and Safe Thanksgiving.

I will be away for a few days and don't think i will have computer access.

HAPPY THANKSGIVING ALL.

Hugs

11-23-2009 9:42 AM -- By: Denise&Caliya,    Critters.com memorial:   Caliya Keaveny Memorial
Wishing everyone a safe Thanksgiving this Thursday. Prayer's for peace.

Denise & Caliya

11-22-2009 11:12 PM -- By: Natalie ,    Critters.com memorial:   DaVinci Memorial
 That was from us!!! Love you

xoxoxoxox

11-21-2009 9:34 PM -- By: Brenda,    Critters.com memorial:   Garcia Memorial
everyone I posted a pic of Peps new sister...we named her after Garcia...her name is Gracie.....

11-21-2009 5:54 PM -- By: dawnmarie,    Critters.com memorial:   Suzie Wong Memorial
Hello my critters family!! I love you all so very much and you have become so special to me in my life. Suzie Wong's angelversary is today. She is at rainbow bridge for one year and one month now.  Does it get any easier? Nope, but I miss you more and more and more each day.  I am just so glad I have all of you to help me through these times especially around the holidays.  Thank you all for being there for me and visiting my little Suzie Wong memorials.  Happy Angelversary my little baby girl! Love, mommy , daddy and Christina

11-21-2009 9:28 AM -- By: Brenda,    Critters.com memorial:   Garcia Memorial
Well I pick up Peppy's new sister today. I am so nervous that I have been up since 4. I feel so bad for her..and all she has gone thru in her 6 yrs of life..living in a cage..and just used for breeding...my heart broke when I went to see her at the shelter...and when they put her in my arms...I could only cry and tell her she was safe now..I know its only been 36 days since Garcia went to the bridge..but somehow he pointed her out to me...I never watch the 11:00 news and that night I stayed up...I saw her face on tv..and I knew I had to get her..I drove 1 hr and sat 31/2 hrs to just see her...and now today I bring her home....

11-20-2009 5:16 PM -- By: Charles,    Critters.com memorial:   Sammy Memorial

Dearest Critters Family .. just wanted to let you know I created a new page entitled "11-2009 - Cupcake and Xander" which contains some recent photos of my babies.  I hope you will stop by and take a look at my beautiful girl and boy ... and please note ... they love their dad's king-sized bed.

May this posting find each of you well .. and may all of you have a wonderful Thanksgiving next week.

Sending Hugs to All .......  Charles, Cupcake and Xander

11-19-2009 7:38 PM -- By: ,    Pet's name:   

A Special Gift

They're a very special gift; to be cherished and loved
You're chosen for each other; by God Himself above
It's a match made in heaven; so it can't be wrong
You're tied together by a bond; that's oh so strong
All they'll ever ask from you; is to be loved and fed
And at night make sure they have, fresh water and a bed
In return for so little; the rewards are so great
You'll get a companion for life; with some very special traits
When you are lost; and the end seems so far away
They'll walk by your side; they'll help you find your way
When life gets you down; they can put a smile on your face
As they run you in circles; with their fast pace
You'll share the good with the bad; you'll be happy and sad
And through it all you have a friend; the best you ever had
You're time together; will be special and unique
It will be as priceless to you; as a rare antique
Then before you know it; the day will arrive
When suddenly your life; takes a steep dive
The furry friend who's been with you for all of these years
Has now passed on; and left you in tears
As you sit and wonder; what did I do
Why is this all happening to you
Into each of our lives; a little rain must fall
And you must be strong; to answer the call
Your little one's spirit has flown home on the wings of a dove
To a special place that awaits them; in heaven above
St. Francis will meet them; when they get home
He will take them to a meadow; where they're free to roam
There in the meadows; down by the pond
Your furry friend will remember his loving bond
He'll look into the water; then you apppear
He can see you're frightened; he can feel your fear
Through the bond that still ties you; from heaven above
He looks down upon you; he sends you his love
Because you loved him; and because you care
Whenever you need him; he'll always be there
There in the meadows; they patiently wait for the day
When you will celebrate your life together; each and everyday
Waiting for that day; when you come walking back home
When together for an eternity; through the meadows you'll roam.

11-19-2009 11:02 AM -- By: Denise,    Critters.com memorial:   Caliya Keaveny Memorial
Dear Critter parents,

Thank you so much for your prayers for little 7 year old Chloe and her parents.

Denise

11-17-2009 7:20 PM -- By: caren,    Pet's name:   gypsy rose
I am having a very hard time. She went so quickly. She is like a child to me since i have none. I hope what i heard is true, that we will see our pets in heaven. How do you get thru this? Its only been 2 days and i can't stop thinking about her-she's everywhere to me.She was such a strong willed and happy dog considering she had so many health problems.I don't know what else to say.

11-17-2009 2:15 PM -- By: Michelle,    Critters.com memorial:   Gizmo "Mosey" Jarels Memorial
 

Thanks so much to all of you dear people who came to wish my boy a happy angel day....I am so glad theres you!!! Thank you!

Michelle

11-16-2009 10:36 PM -- By: Cheri (Coco's mommy),    Critters.com memorial:   Coco Memorial
My deepest appreciation and love to everyone that remembered my girl's second Angel Day yesterday. I don't know how I could have made it through the last 2 years without my Critters friends. I still miss her so much, but you lift me up and give me strength. My Critters family.......I am so thankful for each and every one of you. I keep you always in my heart and in my prayers. My love to all of you.

11-15-2009 8:50 PM -- By: Bessie Davis,    Critters.com memorial:   Heidi Memorial
Dear Critter family,

I just wanted to say thank you for all the birthday wishes for Heidi.  We both thank you!  Haven't visited the site for a while and I see that alot of you have visited Heidi's memorial, thank you for that also.  It was always so hard to come here and read about all the wonderful loving furbabies we have lost.  My heart just wouldn't stop hurting so I decided to take a break.  But I have missed you all and pray you are all coping and the sadness is lessening.  Happy Birthday  &  Angelversaries to all who have one today. These two days are still hard for me.  God Bless you ALL.

11-15-2009 10:01 AM -- By: Brenda,    Critters.com memorial:   Garcia Memorial
well today is one month ..did not get to much sleep last night and today is just terrible...Garcia is in every thought ...I am still toying with the idea of getting a new friend for Peppy...and was online today checking out all the shelters...and there were a few that looked like they would be good for Pep..but I don't know I am not ready...but he is so lonely...I hate to see him hurt so...he just sits in the middle of the room and looks around...it must be so lonely in that silent world of his...not knowing what happened to his best friend..not being able to hear the soothing words...I hold him close and put my lips to his neck..but I know its not the same...he wants his buddy ...the one that told him when to bark...I don't know ..would another friend be the answer..??? its a hard day for both of us...We went for a walk this morning early...the same walk I took him and Garcia on most days...Garcia could only walk alittle because of his heart...then I would give him a ride the rest of the way..I just don't know what to do..:(

11-14-2009 10:35 AM -- By: Brenda,    Critters.com memorial:   Garcia Memorial
well tomorrow will be one month since my best friend Garcia has been gone...I am not looking forward to tomorrow..I am glad I have it off from work...I can feel the emotions dwelling up inside of me..last night as I held Pep...he just whimpered..as if to know..we embraced each other and cried..we miss our beloved friend... 

11-13-2009 7:08 PM -- By: Linda,    Critters.com memorial:   Bailey Memorial
Hello All,

I have not been on here for a while. Life seems to take you away and with time everything passes. I just want to say hello to my old friends on here, and a big hug to the new ones who have lost a beloved pet. Just recently I was thinking of getting a new furbaby, but I keep thinking back to that "awful" day and it stops me from doing it. I just cannot handle going through that again. Besides there will never be another Bailey. My family and I still miss him terribly and it is over two years now. I guess it never goes away does it. Anyway I will think of all of you during your difficult time.

11-13-2009 4:09 PM -- By: Janice, Duke & our furbabies family,    Critters.com memorial:   Duke Memorial
Can you all remember to keep in your thoughts and prayers a golden retriever that was recently horribly abused and murdered by a man in TN.  Let him not be forgotten.  Send love, hugs and kisses his way.

11-11-2009 11:32 PM -- By: Rachel,    Critters.com memorial:   Jasmine Memorial
Hi everyone,

I want to thank you all for helping me cope through this difficult time.  As most of you know my princess "Jasmine" passed on May 6th, 2009.  It's a struggle everyday, but sites like this make it a little easier. 

-Rachel

11-11-2009 3:31 PM -- By: Bobby Foster,    Critters.com memorial:   Oscar Foster / Miles Foster Memorial

Miles,one year ago today I lost you in a tragedy. Still a pup your curiosity got the best of you. My heart aches still today as I so much miss you. Everything about you  was special,and how you loved me and how my loss of Oscar was softened by you in every way. Only to loose you like I did. 

I put flowers on your grave   today and brushed away the leaves.   I sit in your special place, looking where you and Oscar lay, sad in my heart , tear filled eyes, not allowing my heart to believe you are both gone. 

My Angel dog Copper who has come to fill my void is so full of love and sweet nature. My days are filled with joy and being happy again . But often moments like these come and make me feel sad inside and you wonder  what lfe  would of  been like had you still been around. 

Love you with all my heart little MI MI ..........Dad

11-11-2009 12:44 PM -- By: ,    Pet's name:   
love, warmth, huggies and unconditional embrace that I am filled with joy and love.

I have had a very good life here. And I will take this blessing with me on to my next adventure. Don't worry about me, I am perfectly ok.

And deep down you know that I am always with you. We may seem to be apart now, but in fact we have never been apart in the first place. The illusion of separation is strong but the reality of our eternal union is undeniable.

What you feel inside is our common Source, where we are already melded into each other, where you and I do not exist, where we are the Source itself.

Our memories will fade. Our (emotional) love for each other will fade. But our common Source will forever remain bonded, in Oneness, in love.

Share with others what you learn. And help them see dogs, as not dogs; cats, as not cats; animals, as not animals; but divine beings expressing itself in the never ending variation of forms. And know that we are God also. As are they. Then we can be with each other more intimately and so miracles can happen. The deeper you can see and feel us, the deeper you can see and feel yourself. Then you can un-cover the mystery of who you are.

11-11-2009 10:49 AM -- By: Caliya,    Critters.com memorial:   Caliya Keaveny Memorial
Announcement: Surprise Birthday Party at MADDIE'S....fly low SURPRISE......party.

Caliya

11-11-2009 10:35 AM -- By: pat,    Pet's name:   fayeroe and tippy
Dear Critters Family:

Clementine is stable. Her tox tests are negative and that means no poison as we had feared. She might get to come home today. I'm a wreck. Go figure. :-)

11-11-2009 9:50 AM -- By: Laura,    Critters.com memorial:   Dale Memorial
As we remember our veterans on this very special day, may we also take a few moments to remember the devoted and courageous canines that fought right by their sides, all too often overlooked, but never ever forgotten . . . 

11-11-2009 9:50 AM -- By: Bobby Foster,    Critters.com memorial:   Oscar Foster / Miles Foster Memorial
On this day  November 11,2008 one year ago was the tragic loss of  my sweet dog Miles. The journey to that  road of  recovery  was long and hard. Having experienced the loss of 2 of  my most beloved dogs was almost more than I could take. But because of my family here on Critters , I was able to be comforted when I needed it  the most .From your vist to my dog's story page to the kind words spoken and the encouragement given was more then expected and very much apreciated.

One year later there still is  those times where you hurt inside  and you miss what you once had. But when you focus on the happy times , a smile most always  comes from with in as the memories you hold come alive.

I am sad today Miles as I  think of you, The tears flow as I miss you so much still to this day.Never forgotten, always loved , always in my heart you will be. Thank you Criters family for your kind words . May all of us find peace with in as we journey this road together and overcome  our losses.

11-11-2009 8:18 AM -- By: Charles,    Critters.com memorial:   Sammy Memorial

Dearest Critters Family ... I just wanted to take this time to tell each and every one of you .. How much I truly appreciate you.  I consider you my Critters Family and will cherish each one of you forever.

Each of us has loved and continue to love our furbabies ... BUT ... there are some "sick" human beings who keep torturing and abusing furbabies all around the world.  When will this stop.  Lately I have been receiving and reading articles about all this animal abuse .. I cannot believe the "human race" could be so evil to a defenseless animal .. when, in fact, these animals just ask for love, affection and devotion and in return they give us total unconditional love.

I guess I am saddened today and always when I read and hear about all this abuse .. BUT am so happy that I have Critters Family who love their prior and current furbabies as much as I do.

So, today and always, I want to THANK YOU ... each of you ... for loving all furbabies and hopefully one day, all furbabies will know what it is to be loved .........

Sending Hugs to everyone today and always .......     Charles, Cupcake and Xander

11-10-2009 10:53 PM -- By: Skye,    Critters.com memorial:   Molly Memorial

11-09-2009 5:00 PM -- By: karley ,    Critters.com memorial:   KARLEY Memorial
trial for Karley starts tomorrow.....if not postponed  ...

keep karley and family in your prayers

11-07-2009 4:48 PM -- By: ,    Pet's name:   
 

11-06-2009 1:35 PM -- By: Angela,    Critters.com memorial:   Shakespeare J. Daniels Memorial
I just wanted to say, THANK YOU to all those that have posted on Pooh's site.  Your words of encouragement mean more than you could ever know.  They are lifelines for me - especially today.  I've read and re-read every one.  They are just wonderful.  I hope you will continue to stop by from time to time as I'll try to add more about our sweet little guy and I'll do my best to post to your special sites as well.  Just wanted to let you all know how much I appreciate the shoulders!

11-05-2009 8:28 AM -- By: Lauvern,    Critters.com memorial:   Luke Memorial
I would like to thank all who sent best wishes for my birthday . I must say, i had a pleasant surprise when i got home and checked my mail last night.  I have met so many wonderful people here at Critters and it's all because of Luke. Thanks again all. Thankyou Charles.

Hugs.    Lauvern