Alex, I Shall Love You Eternally, My Best Friend Ever! Options

[AngelCareOne]

Thank you so much, MommyluvsuLukas. Now you can see what I meant when I said on your thread how similarly we reacted to our losses. Please know that you and your Angel Fur Kid are in my thoughts and prayers. Blessings! Oh, and MommyluvsuLukas, please be certain to read Moon Beam's post number 533 on page 27. She is not only tremendously insightful, but most definitely has a wise and ancient soul. That's very hard to find indeed. Moon Beam hit the nail right on the proverbial head. And More Blessings!

Hi Jan, this dad gum PC is giving me almost as much trouble as Percy bird. Oy. Well, I'd shove this contraption out of the second story window in a heartbeat if I had the means to get another. And, this one's getting pretty old, too.

As for Percy bird, ain't no way I'd ever sell him, give him to a Parrot Rescue or even a wonderful bird lover as a pet. Maybe I'm tooting my horn and maybe I'm not, but I simply do not believe that anyone will be as kind, patient and loving to such a cantankerous winged critter who's so stubborn, willful, nippy and ... Hey, he is really sweet when he's asleep though. True. Really though, he's just like a terrible two toddler who can be so endearing one moment and the next? Oy Vey! LOL.

Hi Moon Beam, I'm absolutely delighted that you're enjoying the videos. Oh, they have some neato episodes, too. I just love the opening themes and how they got more sophisticated as the years progressed. Kewl Beanz!

I do hope life is treating everyone kindly, too.

Many Bright Blessings of Love and Light to all, your Angel Fur and Feather Kids and those at home.

Always, Dottie xoxoxox

[AngelCareOne]

Just a conversation with anyone who may be reading this. October 11th marks three years since I last saw my most precious Alex Angel Feather Child before he was abducted along with Buddy dog and Styx Kitty. Oh, please believe me when I say how very grateful I am to have gotten back my fur kids especially since it was exactly one day before they were to be put to death. God smiled on us! As for Alex, he was the very best friend I've ever, ever, ever had in my entire life. That even includes my late husband Kenny who, and I don't mean to sound sacrilegious but ... That man walked on water! The most wonderful, loving, caring, smiling, hard working, hard playing, compassionate, generous ... Oh, I could go on and on forever about Kenny. How tremendously fortunate that I grieved a relatively short period of time after Kenny's passing in 2003 after which I've been left with the most wonderful memories imaginable. What a guy ...

Anyway, for those who haven't waded through the tons of information I've given about Alex, it was determined by experts who did not know me nor Alex personally that he had the cognizance (memory, reasoning ability, speech, judgment and so on), behavior, personality, emotions, perceptions and more the same as that of "A four or five year old normal human child." If you'd met him, conversed with him ... More ... It truly would have knocked your socks off! It did for many who had the opportunity to befriend him. He recognized and remembered photos, songs, people ... Everything ... Many years after the fact, especially his pals Cocoa kitty, Trader and Maiden dogs, Kenny, you get the picture. It was amazing! Astonishing! Okay, I'll say it: Astounding! Much like elephants and dolphins ...

Only Alex could speak and he said what he wished to communicate ... Always and without fail he sure did ... Within his huge vocabulary, of course. And, there was only one play phrase which I taught him for fun and don't see how he would have known what it meant. Then again, he may have learned the meaning from TV as he did many things. Very observant creature and he learned a whole lot by pure observation. Okay, enough about that.

The thing is that I don't have his body to visit and never will. So, I thought it would be lovely to have a "Virtual Funeral" for him right here at LS! Now, that put a smile big on my face. Honest, it did. Sure surprised me! There's a beautiful headstone that I chose for him, yet I don't really like what I put on it so will change that. And, I was thinking bagpipe music ...

Then, I searched bagpipe music on YouTube. Sorry, but the songs "Oh Danny Boy" and "Amazing Grace" just won't cut it. Please, don't get me wrong. I love both songs very much especially when performed by bagpipes. However, I don't know if Alex would even like the sound of bagpipes. Can't be sure about that. Heck, Alex's very favorite song was "Lullaby of Broadway." Unfortunately, YouTube deleted the best Doris Day "Lullaby of Broadway" performance. Dang. I know Alex loved Rainbow Connection sung by Kermit the Frog and YouTube has that. Still, it's a bit on the slow side as well when it comes to celebrating new beginnings. Perhaps River Dance? Wow!
He loved watching that! The music is super, but the dance looks like someone stomping on a spider the size of a Buick.
Nope. I don't think so.

Gee, I have in my own Will that my "funeral" will be a very fun party and even listed some neato suggestions as to food, music, entertainment and, you get the picture. Ain't gonna be no tears when I cross over. People will be in as much of a Disneyland type environment as my life insurance will allow. Kind of irreverent? Naw. At least I don't think it is. My hope is that people will remember my send off with joy! So, why not my mostest, bestest friend, constant companion, confidant and child. Yes, Alex was my child just as your fur and feather kid Angels are yours. I got to thinking, and thinking some more then ...

Ah Ha! Alex loved beautiful colors and fascinating movement. A video came to my mind and I found it! Most of you have probably already seen the performance to which I refer. It's way, way, way awesome and that's an understatement. Word! Also, this version, even though the same as the one Alex loved so much, is in High Definition and far more colorful. Superb! I'm trying to decide which day to have this lovely, festive funeral that Alex would love sooooooo much. Also, whether to have it here or in the Tribute area. Let me see, the last time I heard his voice was on October 13, 2007 over the telephone as he repeated again how much he loved me and kept making his kissing sounds. But, it was after October 16, 2007 that I realized he wasn't coming home. In fact, it was on October 17, 2007 when I found out those ... culprits ... had lied their butts off and Alex was not at the pound in the next county with Buddy dog and Styx kitty. Never had been ...

I've been using the date October 16, 2007 since that's most likely the date that "it happened" to Alex since ... Well, because. That day is a good day to have a festive Virtual Funeral for my darling, sweet baby boy. Oh, I sure hope there will be a big turn out for him. I know that I can count on most of you ... You know who you all are. I can never thank you enough! By the way, I have a second choice that is also awesome which I'll probably include after the first post. Very entertaining indeed!

Guess what all youze guyze and gals? I'm suddenly speechless. Trying so very, very hard to find words to express my tremendous gratitude to all of you. There are no words that will suffice. No words adequate enough to express how ...
Thank you! Thank you! Thank you!!!

Many Blessings to All, Your Angel Fur and Feather Kids, and those at Home!!!

Good Night and Sweet Dreams.



Always, Dottie xoxoxox

[janika]

Dear Dottie

What a wonderful idea for your Precious, Dearest Alex. Just let us know the time and the place and I will definitely be there. I am sure there will be a good turn out in honour of your special boy.
This time last year is when I first met you and your fur/feather babies. I couldn't have got through without your caring words and songs and beautiful images. You were always there, right when I needed someone, as if you certainly were in touch with my Angels. Remember all those.... 'can't be a coincidence' times we shared, they were just unbelievable and it really did convince my broken heart and mind that our fur/feather babies are still so connected to us no matter what side of the 'Rainbow Bridge' they are.
I'm sure you will make wonderful plans, and choose just the right Music and Images for your Alex's special day.
Thankyou Dear Dottie for being such a caring 'presence' here on the forum. I'm sure that I speak for many.

Love and hugs

Jan and My Angels and Pixie xx

[AngelCareOne]

{{{{{Jan}}}}} Yes, I well remember. And as Albert Einstein put it so well, "God does not play dice," meaning there are no coincidences. Truly Jan, there really aren't. I must admit that at least that one time freaked me a little the way Noushka, Tasha and Alex kept showing up at every turn that day beginning with Noushka holding the red rose in her mouth for you. Awesome!

Psssttt, Jan? Wanna tiny preview? Nope, not the performances. Just what I have so far on Alex's very beautiful headstone. Like I said, I'll probably change what I engraved. It's not framed or finished, but ya wanna see it in PM? Soooooo Pretty! And, I'm sure you'll agree that my choice was no coincidence either. Oh my Jan, I'm so very pleased and thrilled that you like my idea of Alex's Festive Virtual Funeral here at LS. I knew I could count on you! You're a doodle. Well, not a "Yankee Doodle" but a doodle nonetheless.
A real peach you are indeed, too. Ya know it, don't ya? Sure ya do. Hug!

So? Ya want me to shoot the unfinished image off to you in a PM? Only ... Shhhh! Tell no one. Okay?

Big Hugs and Lotsa Love from me and my Angel Feather Kid Alex!!!

Always, Dottie xoxoxox

[sandyp]

Dear Dottie,

I have just read parts of your post and discovered what brought you here at the beginning. Alex was just a baby in parrot years when he was so viciously taken from you. I am so sorry. You have put your heart and soul into this forum to help others like me and I will be eternally grateful. I am only able to take baby steps right now in dealing with the loss of Bailey but your links and kind words including those of others help me get through the moment.

I will definitely "be at" Alex' virtual funeral. Just let me know when.

P.S. Styx is absolutely my all time favorite band as was my husband's. I wrote a tribute to him after he died saying that I knew he was with his best friend, Don (who died tragically at the age of 21), eating his peanut M&Ms, drinking his Dr. Pepper, planning their next waterski trip and listening to his favorite bands, Styx and Journey.

BLESS YOU!
Sandy

[AngelCareOne]

Hello to All,

I've had to step up the date to Alex's festive virtual funeral to today since Styx kitty is doing very badly and I fear he may not be with us much longer. Please, go to the Tribute area here at LS and drop in. It's very lovely!

Always, Dottie xoxoxox

[AngelCareOne]

Hello there my Sweet Baby Boy Alex!

Morning Has Broken!








Please Turn up Your Volume and Click on the Butterfly.

Most Precious Angel Alex, I wake holding you each day.





Dearest Cherished Alex, you remain the Sunshine of my Life!

I Love You So Much!!!

Eternally, Your Loving Mama Dottie xoxoxoxoxoxoxox

[AngelCareOne]

{{{{{To my Sweet Baby Boy Alex with Oceans of Love}}}}}



With your Wings held High,
You put a smile on my face.
With all your might,
You always left your trace.

Never did I see you frown,
For your smile was never upside down.

Why is it that you Loved me so?
Was I part of your Soul?
You were always by my side.
And although you are no longer on my shoulder,
I can still feel your presence.
Your fluff warming my Heart.

I will always miss you.
And, I know the favor will be returned some day.
For when I see you once again,
It will be in the Sky where
You will once more hold your Wings up High.

[MommyluvsuLukas]

Dottie,

You use such beautiful words and art for your lovely Alex that I can feel so much love pouring out of your posts; it is truly so beautiful to read and see. I just wanted to check in with you to see how Styx was doing. Please know that you, Styx and Alex are in my thoughts and prayers.

MommyluvsuLukas

[Cheryl83]

Dottie,

It's so lovely to read about your wonderful Alex. What a special boy he is. I'm sure even now all the other feather Angels look at him with awe, and he's constantly amazing them with his abilities. And he's saying to them, "You know why I can do all these things? You know why I'm so clever? Because I have the most amazing Mom who loved me with all her heart and helped me to grow!"

Your love for Alex is beautiful, Dottie.

Big hugs, Cheryl x

[AngelCareOne]

Dottie,

You use such beautiful words and art for your lovely Alex that I can feel so much love pouring out of your posts; it is truly so beautiful to read and see. I just wanted to check in with you to see how Styx was doing. Please know that you, Styx and Alex are in my thoughts and prayers.

MommyluvsuLukas

Dottie,

It's so lovely to read about your wonderful Alex. What a special boy he is. I'm sure even now all the other feather Angels look at him with awe, and he's constantly amazing them with his abilities. And he's saying to them, "You know why I can do all these things? You know why I'm so clever? Because I have the most amazing Mom who loved me with all her heart and helped me to grow!"

Your love for Alex is beautiful, Dottie.

Big hugs, Cheryl x x x

{{{{{MommyluvsuLukas and Cheryl}}}}}

Thank you for ... I'm all choked up and really happy with what you've both said.
So, as always, I express myself much better when using images than my words.

Here's my Thank You to you both!!!







Thank you so very much for remembering my sweet baby boy Alex!

Many Blessings of Love and Light to you Both and your Angel Fur Kids!!!

Always, Dottie xoxoxox