O'Irish Zarife O'Brideach Am/Can CD

March 30, 1977- October 24, 1989
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~ Zarife ~

Zariffe was our introduction into the world of conformation, obedience, and the joys and heartache of being a breeder. She taught us so much. Not the show dog we had dreamed about, but she loved Obedience and earned good scores for her C.D., then ran away to play as we were celebrating her title with neighbors. "Here C.D. dog"! Zarife was our townhouse complex's favorite dog - parents always came to us looking for their kids. The kids nicknamed her "Wigglebum" because she used to watch at our window for school to get out and then would run to our gated yard to wait for her fans. �Her tail and smile never stopped. She loved the world and they usually reciprocated. Among our favorite memories are all the people she conned with her woos and gray face at the 1988 Nationals,�failing for the first time ever in obedience, checking out the judge's purse for food�during Veterans, and zig-zagging around the ring for the parade of Titlists, all the while smiling and talking. This photo was her trophy for "Most Special Irish" - little did we know that 3 months later she would be dead from cancer. How appropriate that she should die on United Nations Day, a day for peace and understanding.� We will always be grateful to Sharon Francis for all her mentoring and for allowing us to share our home with Wigglebum, so very much loved and missed. There will never be another like her.��

AT THE END OF THE RAINBOW
by Terry Schuessler (1-21-99)

At the End of the Rainbow there is a very, very special place
Filled with emerald grass, sapphire skies, and crystal lakes
Where of sickness and pain, sadness and loss, there is no trace
Instead, glory and light, peace and joy, transcendence makes

Among the gentle Timelessness, certain spirits can be found
Our hearts' dear friends, once old or young, now without age
Who with graceful movement or playful bound
Run expectantly near to the Book with Golden Writing on page

There they can see a Far Away Time, or was it a dream
Where those who once loved them reside for a Season
Their spirits call down through the mists on silvery moonbeam
We have not preceded you without a good reason

And as for Now we can run and play as it was always meant to be
Among the Shamrocks and Heather so fragrant and sweet
And realize through that looking glass of Crystal Lake we can see
Those for whom we patiently wait to enthusiastically greet

Until then remember you can see us no matter the day
This is something we really want you to know
For our spirits are touching you in a very special way
Whether through raindrops, or dewdrops, or colorful Rainbow

~ Pedigree ~

Owners: Pam and Larry Legault, British Columbia, Canada
Breeders: Sharon and Charles Francis, British Columbia

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