My Tribute To Little Man |
My Tribute To Little Man |
Nov 26 2004, 12:47 PM
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Group: Pet Lovers Posts: 827 Joined: 30-October 04 From: New Mexico Member No.: 536 |
Hi, Jim -
This is a wonderful series of tributes and stories about your Little Man. He was so very cute and dear. I know you must miss him terribly. I think if he were here this Thanksgiving, he'd be thanking you too for giving him such a wonderful life. Take care, Kathleen -------------------- Shiloh and Hobbie, you're both gone from my arms, but forever in my heart.
Shiloh 1999 - Sept. 17, 2004 Hobbie Aug. 14, 1996 - May 30, 2005 |
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Dec 19 2004, 12:30 AM
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Group: Pet Lovers Posts: 281 Joined: 24-August 04 Member No.: 448 |
Hey Little Man,
Today is the four month anniversary of your death. Things sure are different around here without you. Visiting your little grave in the backyard is as close as I can get to what's left of your physical presense. It's really a sad time in so many ways...everything is so glooomy. The trees have lost their leaves, the grass has turned brown, the sky is an ugly gray, and I don't have you anymore. With the passing of each day, the realization that I won't have you in this life again hits me full-force. Everything has its season I guess...including humans and animals. It wasn't meant for you to stay here forever and that's a fact of life I must learn to accept. I'll always miss you, Little Man, and I'll always long to have you back. Remembering you with a heart full of love is the most I can offer until all my seasons have ended and we have our special reunion. Until then, I will continue to carry you in my heart and you'll always be a part of everything I do and be with me everywhere I go. -------------------- "Daddies Little Man"
September 22, 1992 -- August 18, 2004 |
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Dec 19 2004, 01:23 AM
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Group: Pet Lovers Posts: 496 Joined: 6-November 04 From: Lynden, Wa Member No.: 548 |
I love the story of Little man and Jim, especially the part of little man on the tractor, it makes me smile. He was lucky to have a daddy like you. I just finished having myself a cry, it is still hard for me to believe what has happened. Pamela
-------------------- Moose, you were a gift for my heart and my soul. I am so thankful to have had you. I love you forever My Mooser.1995-2004
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Dec 19 2004, 02:13 AM
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Group: Moderators Posts: 776 Joined: 26-February 04 From: Massachusetts, USA Member No.: 245 |
Hi my sweet friend, Jim:
QUOTE I can't see you with my eyes anymore, but I can see you in my mind. I can't touch you with my hands, but I can feel you in my heart. I can't hold you in my arms, but I can hold you in my dreams. And above all, I can and will remember you with all my love. The above was what you wrote on your first post, on this thread...... And, what you wrote...........IT'S SOOOOOOOO VERY, VERY TRUE!!!!! Thank You God that we have memories..........Huh?? And, they will ALWAYS AND FOREVER BE OURS TO KEEP, UNTIL THE TIME COMES THAT WE ARE ALL REUNITED!!!!! Four months Anniversary..... It seems like it was yesterday (sometimes), but other times, I'm sure as if it feels like it was many years ago!!!! Do you feel that way, Jim??? I've ALWAYS LOVED HOW YOU TALKED ABOUT GIVING LITTLE MAN HIS HAIRCUTS, AND SOMETIMES, THEY REALLY DIDN'T GO AS PLANNED....... but, I believe you said to your precious boy, "Little Man" that "he looked beautiful"............that was all that mattered! I know that Little Man loved you more than life itself!!! (and, of course, vice-versa!!!) Our furkids lives on this planet with us, ARE NEVER, EVER LONG ENOUGH....... But, that's why.....(as we all know), it's important that we cherish each and every moment that our kids are here on earth with us!!!!! When you wrote your post from Thanksgiving, I just love re-reading it............. You talked about your family sending home endless amounts of leftovers, and Little Man used to QUOTE Rise to the challenge... , in helping you finish the leftovers......I know that your sweet, darling "Little Man" will ALWAYS BE IN YOUR HEART!!!!! Goodnight & God Bless You!!! Peace, Good Health, Love & Happiness, Denise -------------------- Our Beloved Girl, Ernestine (AKA) "Ernie-Bird"
April, 1984 - February 7, 2004 ***AFFA*** Forever, you will ALWAYS live on in our hearts! DEPARTED FROM EARTH, NEVER FORGOTTEN.... Love, Mom & Dad xoxoxoxoxo ~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~* "He who is cruel to animals becomes hard also in his dealings with men. We can judge the heart of a man by his treatment of animals." Immanuel Kant "Think occasionally of the suffering of which you spare yourself the sight" Albert Schweitzer |
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Dec 19 2004, 10:04 AM
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Group: Pet Lovers Posts: 641 Joined: 24-April 04 From: Mississippi Gulf Coast Member No.: 308 |
Another beautiful tribute to Little Man. I do love the poem you wrote. I'm glad Denise re-posted it.
My thoughts and prayers are with you, Jim. I know the longing in your heart. I know you miss your Little Man. Today is Hannah's 8-month "anniversary." Love, Marcia |
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Dec 19 2004, 12:34 PM
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Group: Moderators Posts: 776 Joined: 26-February 04 From: Massachusetts, USA Member No.: 245 |
Hi Marcia:
I can't take any credit for re-posting Jim's tribute to his "Little Man".......... He posted a new "four month anniversary" tribute on 12/19/2004 to his sweet little guy ......... Love, Denise xo -------------------- Our Beloved Girl, Ernestine (AKA) "Ernie-Bird"
April, 1984 - February 7, 2004 ***AFFA*** Forever, you will ALWAYS live on in our hearts! DEPARTED FROM EARTH, NEVER FORGOTTEN.... Love, Mom & Dad xoxoxoxoxo ~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~* "He who is cruel to animals becomes hard also in his dealings with men. We can judge the heart of a man by his treatment of animals." Immanuel Kant "Think occasionally of the suffering of which you spare yourself the sight" Albert Schweitzer |
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Dec 19 2004, 01:03 PM
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Group: Pet Lovers Posts: 654 Joined: 8-June 04 Member No.: 363 |
Hi Jim and Marcia. I'm thinking of you guys on your "anniversary" dates.
It's so strange that life can continue without our little friends. As time moves on I sometimes stop and am astounded by how much has happened after Luba. It was so inconcievable that ANYTHING could touch me after she died, and yet, life continues. I hope that someday we can all be united with our buddies. Best wishes to you both. -------------------- "My heart has joined the thousand, for my friend stopped running today."
- Watership Down, Richard Adams |
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Dec 19 2004, 11:47 PM
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Group: Pet Lovers Posts: 281 Joined: 24-August 04 Member No.: 448 |
Hi Everyone,
I wanted to thank all of you for taking the time to respond to the many stories of Little Man and me. I probably should have started a new thread---this one has become pretty long, but I like to keep all the stories and replies together so when I'm really feeling down, I can find most everything on this one thread. Before coming to LS, I had never posted on any kind of board so I wasn't really sure what to expect after my first post, which was on Aug. 24, 2004. I was overwhelmed at the tremendous amount of love and support I received from so many people. I needed help desperately and I found that and so much more. The people here have shown me there are still wonderful, compassionate people in this world who truly care about others. I wasn't really sure what the proper procedure was when I posted so when someone replied to my posts, I would usually send them an email or PM thanking them for their kind words of support. I've since learned it's much simpler to reply on the same post, plus it invites yet another reply. I just noticed this thread has been viewed over 540 times and I hope all who have read it have been comforted in some way. I find great comfort in reading the tributes and stories others have written about their special relationships with their pets and I encourage everyone who hasn't already done so to write a tribute to honor their beloved pets. Not everyone who reads our posts adds a reply but that doesn't mean they are not helped or comforted in some way. Carol, Vicki, Patti, Marcia, Denise, MD, Karen424, Libby, Steph, CheriAnn, Ann, Kathleen, Pamela, DJ, Lynn, and Jilly....I especially want to thank all of you for getting me through one of the most difficult times of my life. I was very reluctant to reach out for help but I'm certainly glad I did. Although the reason for our meeting is very sad, I'm so thankful to have found all of you. Max, Stymy, Ginger, BabyHannah, Ernie-bird, Tribble, Buster, Dieter, Luba, Rachael, Chilli Bean, Snookie, Shiloh, Moose, Little Man, Edgar, Jesse, Rusty, and Ellie have probably formed their own little support group up at the Rainbow bridge because I know they are missing us as much as we miss them. It's a comforting thought, isn't it? I'm sending a big hug and positive thoughts to all of you, __Jim -------------------- "Daddies Little Man"
September 22, 1992 -- August 18, 2004 |
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Dec 20 2004, 12:30 AM
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Group: Moderators Posts: 776 Joined: 26-February 04 From: Massachusetts, USA Member No.: 245 |
Hi Jim:
It's an ABSOLUTELY WONDERFUL, FANTASTIC THOUGHT..............THAT OUR PRECIOUS BABIES UP AT RAINBOW'S BRIDGE HAVE "SET UP" THEIR OWN SUPPORT GROUP IN HEAVEN, PERHAPS CALLED: LIGHTNING STRIKE............... I JUST CAME HOME, AND CHECKED IN AS I ALWAYS REALLY TRY TO DO..........AND READ YOUR POST............. IMAGINE..........AN AMAZING 547++ VIEWS.......... WOWEE!!!!!!!!!!!!!! See...............even though we don't "hear from people here at LS...............I know that they are always being helped by what has been written"............... Your post Jim, is PROOF!!!!!! Some people just don't feel READY TO REPLY..................AND, THAT'S OKAY............ I feel, as long as people are being helped........(which is MY WISH), THEN IT'S OKAY THAT THEY DON'T RESPOND AT THIS TIME.............. When they feel it's time to talk, then WE WILL ALL BE HERE WITH OPEN EARS TO LISTEN AND TO HELP, IN ANYWAY THAT WE CAN!!!!!! !!!!! RIGHT?????? I KNOW THAT'S TRUE!!! God Bless All of You.................. Love & Prayers, Denise xo p.s. Jim---------I LOVE THIS POST..............AND, I HOPE THAT YOU WILL KEEP IT RUNNING..........FOR ALL THE NEWCOMERS ON THE WAY............ -------------------- Our Beloved Girl, Ernestine (AKA) "Ernie-Bird"
April, 1984 - February 7, 2004 ***AFFA*** Forever, you will ALWAYS live on in our hearts! DEPARTED FROM EARTH, NEVER FORGOTTEN.... Love, Mom & Dad xoxoxoxoxo ~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~* "He who is cruel to animals becomes hard also in his dealings with men. We can judge the heart of a man by his treatment of animals." Immanuel Kant "Think occasionally of the suffering of which you spare yourself the sight" Albert Schweitzer |
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Dec 20 2004, 09:22 AM
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Group: Pet Lovers Posts: 456 Joined: 10-December 04 Member No.: 605 |
What a wonderful relationship you had, Jim with your sweet Little Man. How fortunate you both were to have found each other. I am so inspired by all of the wonderful people on LS...........Again, I repeat myself.......I don't know what I'd have done if I had not found this haven.
That quote about not seeing your friend with your eyes but remembering him with your love......truly beautiful. I hope my Rusty has joined the group at the Bridge. Lynn XXOO -------------------- Rusty, I will always love you and never forget you. Thank you for more than 7 wonderful years.
XXOO |
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Dec 21 2004, 11:41 PM
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Group: Pet Lovers Posts: 281 Joined: 24-August 04 Member No.: 448 |
Hi Lynn and Jilly,
Thank you for your kind words. I have edited my post above and included you with the {people} list and also added your beloved Rusty and Ellie to the fur-babies group. I hope we can all continue to help each other as we travel the long road of grief. __Jim -------------------- "Daddies Little Man"
September 22, 1992 -- August 18, 2004 |
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Dec 22 2004, 06:50 PM
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Group: Pet Lovers Posts: 273 Joined: 5-December 04 From: UK Member No.: 594 |
Dear Jim
I am completely and utterly moved to tears by your wonderful and tender Memorial to Zoey. Reading it has helped me so much tonight and thank you for that. It has helped me to know that there is someone else who is feeling the same way as I am. That I am not alone in my feelings. You have no idea what a comfort it has been tonight to read Zoey's Memorial and Tribute, I have been going crazy with grief tonight and nothing could help me at all ... but somehow reading all that you have written about "little man", from the beginning to the end of this thread has helped me so much and given me so much comfort and a feeling of peace. Thank you to Jim and Zoey tonight for your comfort. Two kindred and very special spirits. With love jilly -------------------- ELLIE, my beautiful precious baby. 1st Sept 2003 - 3rd Dec 2004.
Rest peacefully my little sweetheart. |
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Jan 18 2005, 09:38 PM
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Group: Pet Lovers Posts: 281 Joined: 24-August 04 Member No.: 448 |
Hey Little Man,
It has been five months today since we had to say goodbye and I still miss you as much as ever. Although the passage of time has helped a little to ease the pain of losing you, there isn't a day that goes by that I don't think about you and wish we could have had more time together. I just wanted you to know that I haven't forgotten about you and the special relationship we shared and to once again thank you for being my best buddy, forever and always. Say hi to all your new friends at the Rainbow Bridge for me and let them know how much they are loved and missed by their families too. And remember, you'll always be "Daddies Little Man." -------------------- "Daddies Little Man"
September 22, 1992 -- August 18, 2004 |
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Jan 18 2005, 11:38 PM
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Group: Pet Lovers Posts: 641 Joined: 24-April 04 From: Mississippi Gulf Coast Member No.: 308 |
Hi Jim,
I think of you and Little Man a lot. Just wanted you to know that. I know you still miss your Little Man. I know he will never be forgotten. Tomorrow is nine months since little Hannah has been gone. I am going to post a tribute tomorrow. If it's still okay, I'd be very honored to post your poem to Little Man Zoey to my girl too. Love, Marcia |
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Jan 20 2005, 09:44 PM
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Group: Pet Lovers Posts: 23 Joined: 19-January 05 Member No.: 671 |
jim,
i have just joined lightning strikes and reading your post has brought many different emotions to light. first, your story about how little man came into your life made me laugh, and made me cry. your words painted such a vivid picture of your life together. i am so, so sorry for your loss. and i think that little man and you were a perfect pair. despite your "differences" (him being up-town, you bing country, LOL) you showed everyone that it's what's inside that counts. you are both so lucky to have found each other, and to have shared twelve wonderful years together. i just said good-bye to my dear kitty calvin. we were together for almost sixteen years. it's only been two days and the pain is almost more than i can bear. thankfully i have a wonderful husband who loved him also, so i have someone to share my grief. and my other cat, and dog are making the pain a bit more bearable. thank you so much for your words. i loved seeing the love and caring! hugs, stacy -------------------- my best friend calvin became an angel on january 18, 2005. he will always be in my heart
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Jan 21 2005, 05:22 PM
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Group: Pet Lovers Posts: 827 Joined: 30-October 04 From: New Mexico Member No.: 536 |
Dear Jim,
I always appreciate when you bring your tribute to Little Man back up. I enjoy re-reading the original post (it makes me laugh and cry), and I enjoy reading all of your subsequent posts and replies. With your most recent post I realized that you lost Little Man almost exactly one month before I lost Shiloh. Reading your posts and seeing the stages of your grief has helped me with my own. Thanks so much for sharing, and thanks so much for helping me. Take care, Kathleen -------------------- Shiloh and Hobbie, you're both gone from my arms, but forever in my heart.
Shiloh 1999 - Sept. 17, 2004 Hobbie Aug. 14, 1996 - May 30, 2005 |
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Jan 21 2005, 06:03 PM
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Group: Pet Lovers Posts: 353 Joined: 3-October 04 Member No.: 496 |
Dear Jim,
I, too, have enjoyed re-reading your tributes over time. I just wanted to comment on the post where you stated how gloomy it is now. The trees have lost their leaves, the grass brown and no Little Man. I really related to that one! It's just as gloomy here with the cold temperatures, dead looking trees and brown grass with the cold hard ground. We have gotten lots of rain over the months and now snow. I keep visiting Rachael's little grave site and wiping off her grave stone. Dirt and hard mud blow on it, and it makes me feel so sad. Like you, I just wish I had my special furbaby here with me now to get me through the gloomy winter. Hugs, Cheri -------------------- Rachael Ann
November 18, 1992 - October 2, 2004 My best friend, my daughter, my life |
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Jan 22 2005, 05:42 AM
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Group: Pet Lovers Posts: 1,165 Joined: 31-October 04 Member No.: 538 |
Dear Jim,
Somehow I missed your 5 month post and I want to say it is just so precious the way you loved your precious little boy. You have always been a wonderful help to me and I appreciate it so much. I am thinking of your little boy and how much you loved him. I''m just so sorry he is no longer with you. I always gave my Snookie and all the fur kids food on the holidays and they devoured it too. Love, Ann -------------------- My girls went to the Rainbow Bridge 6 weeks and 3 days apart. Snookie had cushing's disease, and later developed diabetes. Both had cancer, Snookie had cancer of the liver, and Chili Bean had cancer of the pallet. Chili Bean was our son's chihuahua but we kept her often throughout her life and she stayed with us for the last 9 months of her life. Chili Bean also had asthma and heart failure. We will see you in Heaven my precious darlings. Snookie Lynn Howard 2-04-94 - 12-26-04 Senorita Chili Bean Bubbles Howard 11-05-94 - 11-11-04 |
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Jan 23 2005, 09:50 AM
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Group: Pet Lovers Posts: 456 Joined: 10-December 04 Member No.: 605 |
Dear Jim,
I just now paged to the top of the post and saw your original tribute to your beloved Little Man. What a wonderful love story. It took me a box of kleenex to make it to the end but I'm so glad I had the opportunity to read about the life you both shared. Take care, Lynn -------------------- Rusty, I will always love you and never forget you. Thank you for more than 7 wonderful years.
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Jan 25 2005, 12:41 AM
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Group: Pet Lovers Posts: 281 Joined: 24-August 04 Member No.: 448 |
Thanks Marcia, Stacy, Kathleen, Cheri, Ann, and Lynn for taking the time to acknowledge my tribute to Little Man. It's hard to believe it's been five months.
Since I run my own farm, I was fortunate to be able to spend 24/7 with Little Man. He was always in the house with me, but he also was with me constantly as I did my work on the farm. Even now, I still find myself "looking" for him. He was always a part of almost everything I did and I think that's why it has been so difficult for me to lose him......plus it was so sudden....he was fine one minute, then very ill the next. I've come a long way and having the support of all you wonderful people here at LS has been an enormous blessing for me. I'm very thankful for all the help I've been given and I'll always remember your kindness and caring. ___Jim -------------------- "Daddies Little Man"
September 22, 1992 -- August 18, 2004 |
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