Zeke,Page Eight
Patti wrote: Dear Zeke,
You don't know us, but we have been following your story since the day you were rescued and found your
forever home. We just wanted to let you know that your courage, your golden spirit and knowing you had found
such a special family has touched us in a profound way. Everytime I see a picture of you, my heart just melts.
You have inspired me. Someday I hope to have your zest for life. I want to be able to live like you do... forget
the past, the trials and tribulations, not worry about what might come in the future, or be burdened by worries,
because you must sense that worrying can't change a thing. I love the idea that a woobie can be savored and
can be joy in itself, and I am trying to think of every day pleasures as human-woobie replacements. A drawing
from my daughter, a hug around the neck from my son, a warm, wet Golden lick from Fozzy or Nugget... those
have become my woobies. Thanks Zeke, for letting me see how the little things in life are what make up the
pleasures to be treasured. You have taught me that a lopsided grin can be the most beautiful smile, because
the joy still shines through.
Please know that I cheer your every success, my heart breaks a little each time I hear that you are struggling,
but that all in all, that you will remain our hero and champion. Rest assured, you've accomplished your goals. Your face will be tattoo'd in our heads and hearts forever! Thanks Zeke.
Leslie wrote: each day I pray for him to be well because he has
touched all our lives in such a special way. We all want to cry but every
time I look into his eyes I see a spirit that is so strong and loving and
knowing that he's getting loved in return makes me happy for him. Hang in
there Mom but cry if you want to, it's OK to let it out.
Nancy wrote: Can a person fall in love with Zekie Man anymore than before? YES! Everytime I see his face, I
love him more and more! If I could just hug him!!!!!!!!! Pam, do it for me! Thank you! I feel
better now. What a guy he is, that Zekie!
Arlene wrote: You know, it's amazing to me when people ask if a rescue dog can bond with a new owner....
Zekie is so much a part of Pam and Greg's family and hearts. Zekie loves his mom and dad without question; absolute loving devotion. I wish I knew his
story; what had happened prior to coming to Pam and Greg. But, I do know that they are his life, his love, his heart, his devotion. Zekie touches the
heart of all that know him; not because of his cancer and shortened life, but with the love he has to give. You can see it in his face, his joy for life, and his
devotion to Pam and Greg.
Joyce wrote: Zekie,
We all love you too!! You are in my thoughts and prayers daily. You have a very special lady looking after you, and I know she will always be
there, right by your side!
You have been an inspiration to me! I know all to well how hard it is to fight this terrible, wicked disease! You have taught me so much as I
fought this battle. You will remain in my thoughts and in my heart for as long as I have the gift of life.
You are a fighter, and you are a winner, I know all to well that Cancer kills, but you have shown me and many others, to take one day at a
time, to look cancer in eye and say YOU WILL NOT TAKE ME!!
You keep fighting my man and you keep loving!
God Bless You Zekie!!
Dorothy wrote: Congratulations to Zeke for his LIFE! He looks more and more handsome every day!
Rich wrote: To quote a line from a favorite song by Nat King Cole;" Stay as sweet as you
are don't let a thing ever change you". I think that line sums it all up in
your case Zekie! Strength and power from our Bridge Kids will sustain you
and your family.
Tonny wrote: Ha Zekie, who could have thought that you could celebrate this day, I am so happy for all of you. Will stay praying you will have a long time to stay with your wonderful new family.
November 1
Just got home from the vet. She says we may have Zekie for Christmas at the rate
he is going. The tumor evidently had some sort of trama to it or just
the continual trama of woobie mushing, eating food and general wear and
tear on his mouth, that part of the tumor "died" and it may or may not
come back. She has him on antibiotics just in case there was any need
for it.
She said his lymph nodes are a touch swollen, but nothing serious, his
lungs have a little bit of rattle, but nothing serious, his heart is
strong, so all in all we are doing well! The cancer that is his lungs
is not bad enough yet to cause him grief :-)
He does have arthritis in his back legs and he is loosing muscle mass in
his right front, but a little bit of limp isn't hurting him yet. She
said that she could provide a pain patch, but he doesn't look to be in
pain yet, just a little sore. If we give a pain patch it will make him
groggy and I decided it isn't time yet for that.
So, we start another Zekie day living life and going forward!
Karen wrote: Well, Zekie,
We never doubted you were going to be with your family at
Christmastime! After all, so far you have been "Zekie the Miracle Dog"!
And your mom and dad take such good care of you.
Of course we know some things are out of our hands, and we will continue
our prayers and good thoughts for you!
December 8... Today is another special day in the life of Zekie-the man. TEN MONTHS!
Today I woke up and gave my boy special hugs and said another prayer
that 15 more days and he'd make the dream I had of having him share our
Christmas the amigos, Greg and me. I think he is going to do it!!!
As he dreams of woobies, good food and life and love I took a photo of
him this morning as he sleeps behind me at the computer. I took this to
share with each of you as you've been there for him and me, the amigos
and Greg.
Zekie has shown us all about life, about hope and about love. He has
shared his ups and downs, his never-ending failure to continue to keep
on keeping on, about happiness, enjoying each minute for what it is,
that a never ending supply of woobies is a fine thing and not ever to
feel sorry for him but to rejoice in his life each day.
Bless you all for sharing this with us. And thank rescue for bringing this wonderful man into our lives.
Michelle wrote: He is going to make it; as it appears Zeke's own sovereignty does far outweigh any fate handed him. We should all be so
lucky! Give him extra kisses and hugs from us and even maybe a teaspoon of that thing called "ice-cream."
Victoria wrote: The Man... I too am sending the warmest of prayers and most positive of
thoughts that he will be with us for many, many, more months.
Zekie's wisdom is life at its best. Enjoy every day with careful
abandonment for in truth we know not what tomorrow may bring for any one
person or little one on this Earth. Surely the enormity of joy and love you
share each day is worth at least one hundred centuries of Earth life. Love the picture. Please give Zekie a very big hug and white healing light.
Zekie says: I'm dreaming of a white rabbit, just like the ones in my toy box... This one will be for christmas! Boy that sounds good, don't really know what Christmas is, but mom is busy doing all kinds of stuff, smells in the house are really tasty smelling, she sits and writes cards out, and we've been decorating all over the place. Yes I'm dreaming of a white rabbit!
"Happiness is not found at the end of the road
It is experienced along the way.
So take not for granted each moment of your life
you will
find a reason to be happy each day
Don't worry so much about tomorrow
that you forget to live today."
~ Author Unknown
Zekie was anticipating Christmas with great delight. It truly was a blessing to have him enjoy this special of holidays. We cried to think that he MADE IT! We said to the cancer, give this boy a whole year, and allow him to see what live really is like, just a year. (Gosh I remember talking about months earlier in the year). Well, we've made it to Christmas, and we thank God for giving that to us and to him. Most especially to him... He is so happy!
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My grama has some nice clover in her yard. This is me and my smiling face. |
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Another anniversary, so, here is my smiling face! |
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You guessed it, mom threw this woobie in that washing machine thingee and it's clean... for the moment. |
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Hum, they keep talking about this thing called Christmas... I'm not sure what it is... yet. |
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Still not sure... But in my heart I'm getting anxious! |
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Well guess this means something eh? That tree is BIG, but I'm sitting pretty... think there will be some woobies for me under it? |
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Well here is one woobie, it looks like a candy cane!
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Oh my gosh, there is a Santa! Remember that rabbit I was dreaming of?????? |
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Oh gosh, another woobie!
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I just wanted to say Hi, and wish each of you a beautiful happy filled day and season! It's GREAT to be loved, and I wish that each of you are. My end of year tribute is a thankful one, to each of you for sending your prayers that I make this special holiday, THANK YOU!!! |
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