It’s never easy when a furry friend visits the Rainbow Bridge. Today I’d like to honor my mommy’s best friend’s doggie, Mickey, who crossed over the Rainbow Bridge just 2 days ago.
I wrote about Mickey just a couple of months ago, in my post, Prayers for a Friend. Mickey lived 13 years with his human mommy and daddy, and 4 years with his little brother, Barney. Just a couple of months ago, it was discovered that Mickey had cancer, but no one knew for sure how long he had.
Within this past week, Mickey had taken a turn for the worse, but he seemed to recover just a couple of days ago. Another test was done, and Mickey got to go home for a couple more days. But Friday was his time. My mommy’s friend, her hubby, her doggie sitter and Mickey’s furry brother, Barney, were at the doggie doctor when it was time for Mickey to go. Barney got to say goodbye to his brother one last time.
If it should be that I grow frail and weak
And pain should keep me from my sleep,
Then will you do what must be done,
For this — the last battle — can’t be won.
You will be sad I understand,
But don’t let grief then stay your hand,
For on this day, more than the rest,
Your love and friendship must stand the test.
We have had so many happy years,
You wouldn’t want me to suffer so.
When the time comes, please, let me go.
Take me to where to my needs they’ll tend,
Only, stay with me till the end
And hold me firm and speak to me
Until my eyes no longer see.
I know in time you will agree
It is a kindness you do to me.
Although my tail it last has waved,
From pain and suffering I have been saved.
Don’t grieve that it must be you
Who has to decide this thing to do;
We’ve been so close — we two — these years,
Don’t let your heart hold any tears.
— Unknown
Mommy told Mickey’s mommy that she now has a beautiful angel watching over them.
You’ll be missed by many, furry friend!
<3 RIP, Mickey <3
From Bailey & Nala…
- Always be kind when training us fur babies.
- Please forgive us when we’ve done something wrong (’cause we usually will).
- You may have other things to do during the day, but realize that you are our only love when you come home.
- Spend time with us — don’t ignore us.
- Make every moment count (not only with us, but in life).
- Don’t let us suffer.
- Don’t forget to smile.
- Love us.
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Have a wonderful Sunday, friends. Give your fur babies lotsa hugs!
~Bailey (Yep, I'm a girl)
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I’m so sorry. Many hugs to you and your extended pack!
I am so sorry to read about your best friends loss.
The poem you have here is beautiful, thanks for sharing it.
I am so very sorry to hear about your handsome friend Mickey. We send many purrs and hugs to his loving family.
Rest in peace, Mickey – such a pretty boy!!
AROOOOOF!
Boondocks & The Love Shack Pack
So very sorry to hear about Mickey. But what a beautiful poem and great reminders to all.
Thanks for sharing and lifting others up when you feel sad.
Puppy Kisses,
Tanner
That’s some good advice there. I am so sorry for your momma’s loss!
soft husky woooos Bailey!
RA
So sorry to hear about your friend, Mickey. We understand that pain just having to say goodbye to our Tucker not even three weeks ago. We have always loved that poem too. Wish that the ugly “C” monster would just go away.
So very sorry to hear about Mickey. You are so right, it is never easy to lose a beloved furry. Soft woos and gentle hugs to Mickey’s family.
Woos ~ Phantom, Thunder, Ciara, and Lightning
So sorry to hear about your friend.
so sorry to hear about your friend
Benny & Lily
I am just so sorry for your loss. That is one of my very cherished poems that I read constantly when I let my Alex go to the Rainbow Bridge. Mickey is a new star in the sky. Lots of love, Debbie & Holly
So very sorry you lost your friend. What a comforting poem you added to the post. My heart is sad for you.
Love
Bert
I am so sorry for your loss-Its so sad when a friend leaves us but I am sure he enjoyed a wonderful life