Friday, August 05, 2016

Tina

Tina July 24th 2004 - August 3rd 2016

My sunshine doesn’t come from the skies,
It comes from the love of my dog’s eyes.
(Unknown)

Today I am sad to tell you that my day is dark and there is no sun, as my dear friend Tina is gone. We took our final trip last Wednesday. I am heartbroken at the moment, she was my faithful companion for 12 years, I could not ask for more. She was tired and ready to go and I am grateful for the years. She was special in many ways.

I will be back in a few days, until then, be well,
Wool with you,
Lene

64 comments:

  1. jaksamisia! :'-(

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  2. Oh Iam so sorry. If you've never owned a dog you cannot imagine how hard this is.

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  3. Oh Iam so sorry. If you've never owned a dog you cannot imagine how hard this is.

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  4. I am so sorry. My thoughts are with you.

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  5. So sorry to hear this. My dog died at the end of June, so I understand how bereft you feel. She looks like she was wonderful in every way.

    God bless all of you. Everyone at our house (furry and otherwise) will say a special prayer for you and for Tina. Take care.

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  6. So sorry to hear about this, Lene...

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  7. Very, very sorry to hear your sad news about sweet Tina. May she live on in your many happy memories.

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  8. Carolyn20:05

    She was named Tina, and
    Lene always greeted her with warm smiles, sweet words, and gentle hugs.
    Lene took Tina on many long and lovely walks because she knew how good they were for Tina.
    Lene made sure Tina never went hungry, and had soft warm places to sleep.
    Lene loved Tina beyond measure.

    In return,
    Tina always greeted Lene with warm and shining eyes, a doggy smile, and a wagging tale.
    Tina encouraged Lene to take long and lovely walks because she knew how good they were for Lene.
    Tina kept Lene company during the long winter nights, and thought her knitting was pretty amazing.
    Tina loved Lene beyond measure.
    And together,
    they loved each other beyond time,
    for love has no end.



    Dear Lene,
    It is so hard saying goodbye to their sweet faces, isn't it? Thankfully, time lessens the pain, leaving us with cherished memories. If it helps, know that no dog could have had a better life, or been loved more than your Tina.
    Hugs, Carolyn

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  9. Lene - I have been quietly reading your blog for a long time, just sitting in my corner knitting and reading. But now I must speak up and tell you how very sorry I am for your loss. Such a difficult time! Sending you hugs!

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  10. Oh I am so so sorry - our household's thoughts are with you at this sad dark time. Dogs are so precious and they age far too quickly x they are part of us in a way nothing else really is...

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  11. So sorry. There is nothing quite like the love of a dog.

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  12. Anonymous21:32

    So sorry for your loss. It will be an empty spot that I hope you can fill. Helen

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  13. So sad, thinking of you, sending hugs xxx

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  14. As if I weren't sad enough, Carolyn's verse made me cry. All of us who can't live without a dog in our lives know how much this hurts.

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  15. I'm so sorry to hear this from you. Know that you gave her a wonderful life, and that you will see her again.

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  16. Thinking of you, Lene.

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  17. Caroline00:08

    I am so, so very sorry, Lene. She runs with the Thousands now.

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  18. I am so sorry for your loss, Lene. What a gift you and Tina were for each other. xoxo

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  19. Thank you for sharing your Tina with us. Over the years I have enjoyed the stories of her you have shared with us. I am sorry she is gone. I try not to think about how short our dogs lives are. My little terrier is 13. I try not to dwell on her age and how little time she may have left with us. I try to just enjoy the time we have. Through your blog I know you treasured your time with Tina

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  20. Always so hard to say goodbye to a companion who has enriched ones life, but thankful that there were 12 years of life together to be all the better for that togetherness. We had 18 years with a very special cat who came to us in Ireland and made the journey back to the US four years later. She will live in our memories and stories we tell as a family. How lucky we were that she was a part of so many good times.

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  21. So very sorry Lene. Although we have never met, I feel a connection with you, and when those we care about are hurting, we hurt with them. Pets become family so quickly. Big hugs!

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  22. Oh, I am so sorry to hear this sad news. Our pets are our familiars. We know them - and they know us! - in a very special way. My heart goes out to you.

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  23. Lene, I'm so sorry. Tina looks like a wonderful companion and family member.

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  24. Oh, Lene. Love, love, love, love, love to you and to Tina.

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  25. Very sad to learn of your loss. May peace be with you.

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  26. I am so very sorry. Wishing you peace and good memories, sending you a hug.

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  27. Anonymous05:11

    Oh, Lene! What a lovely and faithful companion she was--you both were blessed. You have my heartfelt sympathy; I know how hard losing a much loved pet can be.

    Melody

    Melody

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  28. I'm very sorry for your loss.

    xx

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  29. Lene,

    What a lovely picture of Tina that you left us with. May she always reside in your heart. It is such a hard time when losing a pet.

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  30. I'm so sorry to read it :(((

    my best dog friend was also Tina. there is a book, crime story, called "Tina is waiting for me"...I brought her home just after reading it.

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  31. Hugs to you and your family, Lene. It's so hard to say goodbye to a beloved fuzzyface.

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  32. With thoughts of you as your mourn the loss of your beloved Tina.

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  33. My deepest condolences and much love to you and your family.

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  34. Marie17:12

    So sorry for you and your family. Tina was a part of you all.
    My heart goes out to you.

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  35. What sadness. I am so sorry.

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  36. I am so sorry. I know how hard it is to make that decision, and how hard it is to assimilate that loss. Sending much sympathy.

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  37. May time help heal the loneliness that losing such a loved one leaves. Her warm eyes shall follow you always and she will be waiting for you.

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  38. I am so sorry to hear about Tina. Thank you for sharing her sweet face and stories about her.

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  39. I'm really sorry to read this, my thoughts are with you.

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  40. Anonymous19:31

    Such a beautiful dog that lived a wonderful life and received/gave so much love. I love the quote.
    Diane L. Bloomington,Indiana

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  41. I'm so very sorry.

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  42. So, so sorry. We lost our Molly on the last day of 2015. We'd had her for 13 years, so the house has felt empty since then. Last week we adopted Sage, a six-month-old rescue. She's settling in. I love how active a dog keeps me!

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  43. Sharon02:43

    Ah Lene sorry about the loss your sweet pup.(((hugs)))

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  44. Anonymous04:41

    I have seen what a good and faithful companion she has been to you. I am so sorry for your heartbreak. She was beautiful.

    annie
    California

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  45. Oh Lene, I am so very sorry to read about dear Tina. My heartfelt condolences to you and your family. x

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  46. Hi Lene, deeply saddened for your loss. My heart goes out to you. My deepest condolences to you and your family.

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  47. It is always so hard to say goodbye to someone you love and who loves you.

    Peace in your distress.

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  48. I'm so sorry to hear of the loss of your lovely friend. Thinking of you and sending warm hugs!

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  49. Anonymous14:30

    I am so sorry. :( I know the pain of losing a pet. I'm sending you warm wishes from the US.

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  50. Gretchen15:15

    I'm sorry. Pets are such a joy and it is so hard when they are gone.

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  51. deni16:34

    You & your family have my heartfelt sympathy. I always enjoyed the pics you've shared of Tina. The final goodbyes are so heart wrenching. Big hug.

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  52. My old friend Suzie will greet Tina. They will share many walks! I am so sorry for your loss and heartache.

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  53. I'm sorry for your loss. I know it hurts a lot to lose a companion of so many years.

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  54. Beth in Maryland19:47

    Lene, I'm very sorry. She was a beautiful dog.

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  55. Tina has been such a lovely part of the memories you have shared with all of us on your blog. She will be missed. I'm sorry for your loss.

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  56. Oh, I am so sorry. She was a beauty.

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  57. I'm so sorry she's gone, but thank you so much for sharing the joy of your wonderful friend with all of us. I know life would not be the same for me without pets, but it is truly hard to lose one.

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    1. Madeline05:37

      My sincere condolences on the loss of your beloved Tina. We also lost our dog this year and it still brings tears. Looking into a dog's eyes is looking into her/his soul, and I can see Tina's intelligence in her photo. What a lovely quote.

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  58. I'm so sorry for your loss, Lene. She was such a wonderful dog.

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  59. Tina is such a beautiful dog. I'm sorry for your loss.

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  60. I know what it is like to lose a pet. My heart goes out to you.

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