| In Memory of Fallen Friends |
| We received tragic news today from a friend that she had lost her new found friend - her baby. A friend that was very young. A pair of friends that had not known each other near long enough. A small life that was cut short by circumstance, never lacking in love... A little girl that touched everyone's heart who saw her, and was loved by all. But not as much love as her mommy "Melissa" could give her. Melissa, you gave her love, friendship, joy, warmth, and opened your home and heart. Your baby "Moxie" uplifted your heart as well as ours and will always be within us all. Even though you only had her for a short time - there was great love between you, we are sure. Remember the good times you had. We are sorry for your loss and wish you peace always. - Mike & Nyla |
| " Moxie " 8-15-2002 to 11-20-2002 Sleep Now, Little One... You'll be Missed by all - and "Thanks" |
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| Pepper Makes Me Cry When we first met, you were so small, fragile and wet Who were born into our lives with your brother 'Salt'. You two were the perfect pair - your arrival filled the air We named you "Pepper"; loving you since the day we met. Did you know you were going to die? Tragically, your brother Salt was taken from our home In the blink of an eye, by a fellow of the family pack. We rushed as you were saved - Salt's trust in us betrayed You grew and had that whine; we taught you not to roam. Did you know you were going to die? A Crystal Blue Eye you did possess Staring at us, speaking to us, all without words. Pups to remember you by - never thinking we say goodbye You played hard, fast and vigorous; you always liked recess. Did you know you were going to die? Grown up now, your coat, your colors, beyond compare A beautiful lady you have become, a true friend to behold. Always in my heart - I count my blessings from our start Unconditional love to be sure, replaced with deep despair. Did you know you were going to die? A mysterious sudden injury, overnight, unfair and cruel Your hindquarters are no more, tail wagging gone. Energy galore - a half body you drag across the floor Struggle with all your might; time I fear to say goodnight. Did you know you were going to die? Being forced to consider the unthinkable, called humane Your trusting look; your eyes so telling; I can't, how can I To put whom out of misery - that remains the quandary My heart crushed by sorrow; this thing I do, truly insane. Did you know you were going to die? Your face still full of life, bears your grim and fateful plight In reeling pain you continue to comfort me, my true friend Struggle with all your might - I fear saying goodnight. Mom holds you close to rock you nite-nite. Did you know you were going to die? Our last day together, a bright cool November day I held you as you gazed about, still alert, alive and free. God's Breath blowing - your beautiful ears flowing We enjoyed a last moment; Can we cheat another day. Did you know you were going to die? Yearning to play with your family, you sway, whine and pant "Yes" says your heart, your mind; Your body listens not Sadly you sit, crying - please, oh please, keep trying Pain too much for either of us, enduring no more; I can't Did you know you were going to die? "Mommy, can't they fix me? Why are you crying? Can't you see it in my eyes, I feel your pain. I'm getting a shot - don't they know that's not the spot Aren't you proud, not a peep; I'm so tired, now I sleep." Did you know you were going to die? Your pain is gone, mine is great, the burden I bear You were a true friend, a gift, a miracle from God A master's love - a fallen dove I miss you, I miss you, my blue-eyed Pepper puppy. I know through God's word, thankfully, in the end You did not know you were going to die. That is how, Pepper made me Cry. Pepper Goody AKC Miniature Dachshund 9-20-01 - 11-15-04 "Thanks for the memories Pepper" and you Grandma, Ms. Norma Maude Jewell, whom loved Pepper as "Little Blue Eye" (C) Mike & Nyla Goody |
| In your Mama's Arms... Just where you loved to be. What better tribute than to post you and your most favorite human's together - your mom and my wife, Nyla... AND Pepper's true owner below, Ms. Norma Maude Jewell, May 31, 1922 - August 8, 2004 WE MISS YOU BOTH |
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| I remembered Grandma, I'm typing in your favorite color. Grandma as we call her, is not related by blood, but by our Savior by faith. A widower, we met a few years ago, of another family and instantly fell in love with this lady. She became part of our extended family and insisted on us calling her Grandma, which, she was. She shared our roof, our food, our time and our love - including her precious time with her dog, Pepper. When Grandma left our home, she knew that she could not take Pepper with her to her home that she purchased a few miles from us in a neighboring town. With that, we were entrusted and were committed to keep Pepper for her and tell of Pepper's exploits and her children (pups) she had, which Grandma truly enjoyed seeing & holding her puppy grandchildren and smelling puppy breath. Mmmmm.... Ahhhhh.... Prior to Grandma's passing, she grew tired and weak. Prior to Grandma taking ill, we were relocating to Georgia and were able to say "good-bye". Little did we know, that last time we saw her, held her hand, hugged and cried with her, that it would be the last. Suddenly stricken, Grandma passed knowing that our love for her reigned true and faithful to the end. |
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