Friday, July 1, 2011

ransom

Ransom
October 20, 2003- July 1, 2011

my heart, buddy, was torn from my chest today as you laid your head
in my lap and took your last breaths- it was wrapped in your blanket beside you,
placed in the van and carried off to be cremated with you.

i know it will rise from the ashes. but right now, mister, let it burn alongside you.
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38 comments:

  1. The Red Thread ConnectionJuly 1, 2011 at 12:33 PM

    I am so so sorry!!!!!! =(

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  2. JohnnyJuly 1, 2011 at 1:05 PM

    Sorry.

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  3. KJuly 1, 2011 at 1:11 PM

    My heart is with you as you get through this super hard time. It's good to know that Ransom is pain-free now. I do believe that animals have an immortal soul and that we will see them again. I couldn't imagine not ever being with my White again.

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  4. Mike and KimJuly 1, 2011 at 1:33 PM

    Beautiful picture, Kris. As I have stated before I am eternally grateful for what Ransom has given to you, and us, over the years. He was your strength and desire to continue when life's times were difficult. He also, though, made the good times brighter! You both gave one another your best. My heart hurts for you. I love you.

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  5. KarJuly 1, 2011 at 1:47 PM

    RIP Handsome. We will meet again my friend. Watch over Mom always, your truest, best friend.

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  6. MCJuly 1, 2011 at 2:04 PM

    Awwww.....I am so very, very sorry. Peace.

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  7. GailJuly 1, 2011 at 2:13 PM

    I'm so sorry. I know you'll be with him again someday.

    We just found out our Molly has bone cancer 2 weeks ago. I'm grieving right along with you.

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  8. oldgreymareJuly 1, 2011 at 3:34 PM

    I am so very sorry- there are no simpler, or more complex words for losing Ransom.....

    Suzan

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  9. AnonymousJuly 1, 2011 at 3:35 PM

    There are no words to say how sorry I am for you. I just lost my best friend 18 days ago and I know the pain that you are feeling now. I hope that you will find comfort in your family in the days ahead and also in knowing that you gave that baby the best that this life had to offer. You can email me at schn20@aol.com if you need to talk.

    Kathy

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  10. Number 6 and no more counting!July 1, 2011 at 3:42 PM

    I have been dreading this day. My heart bleeds for you you.

    lea
    xo

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  11. JessieJuly 1, 2011 at 5:55 PM

    He will be missed, what a sweet boy and wonderful companion. I am so sorry for your loss.

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  12. MichalJuly 1, 2011 at 6:16 PM

    Oh K. I am so very sorry. He was a great dog. The best dog and he was loved, truly loved and he loved in return.

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  13. SamJuly 1, 2011 at 6:57 PM

    Oh, Kris. I am so so sorry. Hugs for you all.

    Sam & Kieren

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  14. PandJ_LJuly 1, 2011 at 7:08 PM

    This sucks! I am sorry for your loss of your best friend!

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  15. mama dJuly 1, 2011 at 7:14 PM

    Big big hugs to you all.

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  16. PatriciaJuly 1, 2011 at 7:58 PM

    Oh, K, I am so very, very sorry for your loss...you loved him deeply & he knew it & loved you back. Sending you great big hugs, my friend.

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  17. LindsayJuly 2, 2011 at 3:13 AM

    So very, very sorry. Hugs.

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  18. SerlineJuly 2, 2011 at 3:15 AM

    He is watching over you from a better place, up there...

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  19. MicheleJuly 2, 2011 at 5:15 AM

    Sorry isn't a strong enough word for how I feel for you today my friend.

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  20. Wendy in OHJuly 2, 2011 at 6:55 AM

    so so sorry for your loss. remember the good times, you and Ransom are and were so blessed to have each other.

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  21. shelleyJuly 2, 2011 at 9:11 AM

    Praying for comfort for your broken hearts.

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  22. Sandra & SteveJuly 2, 2011 at 10:30 AM

    Thinking of you.

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  23. Tom in VegasJuly 2, 2011 at 4:45 PM

    Hope your holding on OK, my dear friend. Glad you saw the message I left you on FB.

    I've been thinking about Ramson off and on for the past few weeks, especially since the time you revealed of his deteriorating condition, for I had hopes of meeting him someday (still do!). The thought that grips me now may seem silly to some, but certainly not to the likes of someone like me. And that is whether these kind and benevolent creatures we've given our hearts to know of the pain, anxiety, and profound sadness they leave behind in the wake of their passing, now that they dwell in a place where--dare I say it--their knowledge of things is greater than ours.

    Oh yes, there are beautiful memories to treasure, and to some extent I've found myself jealous of photographs bearing their image, since they seem to hold traces of them, on some physical level, better than anything I have left of them. Again, there are beautiful memories, but for me personally those memories never fill the vacuity they leave behind. Fortunately, the separation wont be for long. If the same death that can take me is good enough to take them, then the same God who gives me an afterlife can give them one as well.

    "By virtue of Creation, and still more the Incarnation, nothing here below is profane for those who know how to see." ~ Teilhard de Chardin

    Stay close to G and E and your siblings.

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  24. PletcherFamilyJuly 2, 2011 at 6:04 PM

    I am so sorry about the loss of your precious doggie.

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  25. KristaJuly 2, 2011 at 7:32 PM

    I knew this day was coming but still I hoped it wouldn't. My heart breaks for you. Wishing you peace and comfort as you face the days ahead. Much love, my friend.

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  26. FayeJuly 2, 2011 at 9:33 PM

    I am so sorry. I have followed your blog for so many years and fell in love with Ransom. I have thought of you and Ransom so much these past few months and just want you to know how very sorry I am. You and Ransom were a perfect match for each other and i know he had the best life possible because of your love for him. I wish you peace and comfort in the coming days and will be keeping you in my thoughts.

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  27. AnnieJuly 2, 2011 at 9:57 PM

    Oh no! I am so, so sorry! I am in tears right now as I could feel your wonderful love for this beautiful member of your family! I have fostered dogs forever and my dogs are a huge part of my family. I love them tremendously. This brings back the memories of having to put our beloved pups to sleep and the heartache afterwards. It is very hard, even though you know it was the right thing. Just know that I am heartbroken for you and will be thinking about you!!

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  28. YoliJuly 3, 2011 at 4:53 PM

    K, just be kind with yourself. Know that you did right by him until the very end. Hugs to you.

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  29. UnknownJuly 3, 2011 at 6:19 PM

    Oh I am soo sorry...
    my deepest condolences.
    Krista D

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  30. SandraJuly 4, 2011 at 7:45 PM

    So sorry. So sad for you :-(

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  31. DianaJuly 4, 2011 at 10:13 PM

    We lost our dog around 7 weeks ago and honestly I never thought it would be this hard. They do take part of with them. I am so sorry as it just sucks...HUGS to all of you!!!

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  32. 4dogsJuly 5, 2011 at 12:59 PM

    So, so, so sorry.

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  33. AniJuly 6, 2011 at 10:19 AM

    I am so sorry for your loss. Hugs to you all.

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  34. AnonymousJuly 6, 2011 at 2:27 PM

    We were away for the long weekend so I didn't see this until now. As someone who has "been there," I know how difficult it is. Please know that although we've never met and that you don't know me at all, I am still SO sorry for your loss. And if it helps at all, I know it hurts now but please know that eventually it does get better and you'll be able to think and talk about him with less pain and maybe even a few smiles at the memories.

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  35. KayceJuly 6, 2011 at 2:44 PM

    I am so very sorry K! My heart is broken with you as I've come to love Ransom over the years. You're in my thoughts.

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  36. Deb and SeanJuly 6, 2011 at 7:40 PM

    Oh what a beautiful tribute you leave to your buddy!
    I am sooooo sad for you. Unless you have a pet, one who's literally been
    your baby for so long, you don't get it. I get your grief ..........
    Thinking of you ...

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  37. M3July 9, 2011 at 10:21 PM

    Aw K, I'm so sorry to hear this. Sending you huge hugs and peace.

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  38. D & SJuly 11, 2011 at 7:37 PM

    I am so sorry. It's so devastating losing a beloved pet.

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