What is Rainbow Bridge.....

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...

"Heaven is the place of final and complete happiness, God has prepared for us - and if animals are necessary to make us happy in heaven, then you can be sure God will have them there."--Rev. Billy Graham

When God had made the earth and sky,
The flowers and the trees.
He then made all the animals,
The fish, the birds and the bees.
And when at last He'd finished,
Not one was quite the same.
He said, "I'll walk this world of mine, And give each one a name."
And so he traveled far and wide
And everywhere He went,
A little creature followed him Until it's strength was spent.
When all were named upon the earth And in the sky and sea,
The little creature said, "Dear Lord,There's not one left for me.
"Kindly the Father said to him, "I've left you to the end. I've turned my own name back to front
And called you "dog", my friend."

(Dog is God spelled backwards)

Tuesday, November 29, 2011

Oreo

November 12, 2011, Oreo went to the bridge, she will be waiting for two special kids that loved her very much.... Run Free Oreo,     Ken

From Her owners,
It is with a very heavy heart that I send this email.  Our beloved Oreo was killed yesterday when a delivery truck hit her.  We have a long straight drive onto our property and Oreo loved to chase trucks.  Our UPS and mail carriers know her so always slow down and watch for her (she and our other dog Colby are usually in the back fenced in acres with barn, horses during the day when not with us).  Well yesterday morning I let the dogs out of garage like I do every morning.  I was feeding kids breakfast when the FedEx man knocked on the door.  He didn't see Oreo and hit her straight on.  She was killed on impact.  To say that we are devastated is a great understatement.  She lived with all us, but she "belonged" to my 8 year old Lauren.  Telling her the news was the hardest thing we've had to do as parents this far.  Her little heart is broken-She cried herself to sleep last night.  Today is no better.  Oreo was absolutely the sweetest dog we've ever met, let alone owned.  We just wanted to say thank you for allowing her into our lives for the short year she was on this planet. We will always be grateful to have known her.   I just wanted to let you know.

*Colby hasn't left Oreo's bed since yesterday morning :-(

Just wanted to send an update on Oreo. She's a big girl now!  But still sweet and gentle.  The kids love her and vice versa.  She loves to herd the sheep! Take care.
As you can see, she is growing like a weed and is only slightly spoiled!  She's a very sweet girl.   Even after getting shots at the vet recently, she still licked and loved all over him afterwards.  Our kids love her and I think Colby is glad to have a companion (she seems to be trying to teach Oreo how to herd the sheep).  She's persistent and keeps trying to make friends with our old Siamese cat, but Sassy isn't having it- haha.   Thanks again for Oreo!
Our little girl is doing great.  She's adjusting well and our dog Colby loves her.  After much debate, the birthday girl Lauren got to choose the name- Oreo after her favorite dessert. Haha.  We have snow for Christmas and the dogs are enjoying playing together in it.  Thanks again!

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