Gizzy

To Gizzy from Jeannie with love

When I think of good times
When I think of fun times
When I think of love
I will think of you
I will treasure your memory always
I will love you forever
I am so glad you were my dog.

For Gizzy 'A little Ray of Sunshine'
From Jan in New Zealand.

Jan Hanlon

October 16, 2009

Gizzy’s Last Run

Your life ended in such a horrific tragedy
And you had to leave your earthly family.
The images are clearly vivid in my mind,
Your painful yelps I hope to forget in time.

I said “Gizzy” as you went through that gate.
Why didn’t I make you come back and wait?
But your precious face, I will always see,
As you stopped and turned to look at me.

I was assured that you could go and be ok.
So off you went, your last run that painful day.
Soon we could see what was about to transpire
My life would soon change to something so dire.

We yelled and we hollered but it did no good
We could do nothing from the place we stood.
In shock and disbelief from what I had just seen,
I froze…..I could not cry and I could not scream.

I went in side and sat upon the bottom stair.
I could not breath, I was so angry and scared.
I watched as you were taken down Deer Lane
To find a vet, who could help ease your pain.

The next twelve hours was a roller coaster ride.
My son was told nothing was broken or hurt inside.
But they wanted to keep you for just one night.
I thought you’d be sore but you would be all right.

But then there came that call at twelve-thirty A.M.
Your chances were not good, this news was so grim.
But then we thought that this change was insane
And we questioned their motives of financial gain.

My son and I were set to bring you home that day.
Thinking of comfort, I took a soft pillow for you to lay.
But soon my heart was broken and tears began to fall
We had no choice but to put you to sleep, ending it all.

My dear sweet Gizzy, I hope that you do understand
I couldn’t stay and be with you, not with shaky hand.
My tears were falling and I could not be that strong
To send you on this final journey, I wanted you calm.

Did you know we did not abandon or throw you away?
Did you know our will was to bring you home that day?
Did you take your final breath with a deep peaceful sigh?
Did you know I was there, I just couldn’t say good bye?

We buried you under your favorite shade tree.
We made you a cross with the hearts of three.
You’re not alone, your precious pig is also there
And the angels will welcome a most unusual pair.

I know that you are free from all the suffering and pain.
Through my tears, I still see you running down that lane.
My only prayer is that you’re playing on top a grassy ridge,
Waiting for me, so we can cross over the Rainbow Bridge.

8-22-09 by JKC

Gizzy ~ Gone to soon
October 1, 2006 to July 27, 2009

Jeannie Courter (Owner)

October 6, 2009

Precious Love

The agony is so great...
and yet I will stand it.
Had I not loved so very much...
I would not hurt so much.
But God knows I would not want to diminish
that precious love...
By one fraction of an ounce.
I will hurt...
And I will be grateful for that hurt
For it bears witness to the depth of my love.
And for that I will be eternally grateful.

AUTHOR:UNKNOWN

Joanne Stella'S Mam

October 1, 2009

A letter from your pet in heaven
Author Unknown


To my dearest family,
some things I'd like to say.
But first of all, to let you know,
that I arrived okay.

I'm writing this from the Bridge.
Here I dwell with God above.
Here there's no more tears of sadness.
Here is just eternal love.

Please do not be unhappy
just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I am with you
every morning, noon and night.

That day I had to leave you
when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me
and He said, "I welcome you.

It's good to have you back again,
you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family,
They'll be here later on."

God gave me a list of things,
that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list,
was to watch and care for you.

And when you lie in bed at night
the day's chores put to flight,
God and I are closest to you...
in the middle of the night.

When you think of my life on earth,
and all those loving years,
because you are only human,
they are bound to bring you tears.

But do not be afraid to cry:
it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers,
unless there were some rain.

I wish that I could tell you
all that God has planned.
If I were to tell you,
you wouldn't understand.

But one thing is for certain,
though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now,
than I ever was before.

There are rocky roads ahead of you
and many hills to climb;
But together we can do it
by taking one day at a time.

It was always my philosophy
and I'd like it for you too;
That as you give unto the world,
the world will give to you.

If you can help somebody
who's in sorrow and pain;
Then you can say to God at night...
"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented...
that my life was worthwhile.
Knowing as I passed along
I made somebody smile.

God says: "If you meet somebody
who is sad and feeling low;
Just lend a hand to pick him up,
as on your way you go.

When you're walking down the street
with me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps
only half a step behind."

"And when it's time for you to go...
from that body to be free.
Remember you're not going...
you're coming here to me."

Angie Fieldsend

October 1, 2009

Reflection of a Dog

I have been called the master of my beloved friend
Yet I don’t teach what ultimately matters at the end.
My precious companion is a short-term loan from above
Sent to teach me devotion, trust, forgiveness and love.

I contemplate on just how much better I would be,
If only I was that person my faithful dog must see.
I am humbled by the thought of my arrogance in vain
To think I owned God’s work, whose soul is pure as rain.

“They choose us”, no finer gift from God; even for a while
Cold hearts are given warmth and a frown becomes a smile.
Life is filled with mysterious ways and God’s many wonders.
Just like dog spelled backwards is a thought I like to ponder.

JKC

8-31-09 Inspired by my beloved Gizzy ~ Gone to soon
October 1, 2006 to July 27, 2009

Jeannie Courter (Owner)

September 2, 2009

GIZZY

A DOGGIE PRAYER♥♥♥
So do not grieve for me,
my friend As I am with my kind.♥
My collar is a rainbow's hue
My leash is a shooting star ♥
My boundaries are the milky way
Where I sparkle from afar. ♥
There are no pens or kennels here
For I am not confined ♥
But free to roam God's heavens
Among my shepherd kind.♥
I nap the day on a snowy cloud
And gentle breezes are rocking me ♥
I dream the dreams of earthling
And how it used to be.♥
The trees are full of liver treats
And tennis balls abound ♥
And milk bones line the walking ways
Just waiting to be found. ♥
There even is a ring set up
The grass all lush and green ♥
And everyone who gaits around
Becomes the "Best Of Breed". ♥
For we're all winners in this place
We have no faults you see ♥
And God passes out the ribbons
To each one--even me. ♥
I drink from waters laced with gold
My world a beauty to behold ♥
And wise old dogs do form my pride
To amble at my very side.♥
At night I sleep in an angel's arms
Her wings protecting me ♥
And moonbeams dance about us
As stardust falls on thee. ♥
So when your life on earth is spent
And you reach heaven's gate ♥
Have no fear of loneliness
For here, you know I wait. ♥

Author Unknown

Sue Smith

August 28, 2009

My Dear Gizzy.......

I look for you every day, lying in the corner chair.
I look for you in the bay window but you’re not there.
When I set at my computer, I check the floor to make certain
I don’t roll over your foot or tail, cause I don’t want you hurtin’.
When I get ice cubes from the freezer or open the pantry door,
I expect you to be there hoping for a treat, setting on the floor.

I long to see your big brown eyes looking up at me,
Watching my every move and action very intently.
You studied my ways and knew our every day routine.
You missed nothing, all was inspected, everything seen.
You were always on guard and always there fully alert
In case something was wrong that could harm or hurt.

You were bred to be a sentinel to your family and dwelling.
You loved life and adventure, your happiness was so telling.
I think you felt it was your daily duty to make us laugh and smile.
You loved to play and clown around, your antics went that extra mile.
You touched my soul in so many ways, it was you and me every day,
You gave me unconditional love and forgiveness of my imperfect ways.

In Memory of my beloved Gizzy
8-14-09

Jeannie Courter (Owner)

August 27, 2009

Gizzy’s Last Run

Your life ended in such a horrific tragedy
And you had to leave your earthly family.
The images are clearly vivid in my mind,
Your painful yelps I hope to forget in time.

I said “Gizzy” as you went through that gate.
Why didn’t I make you come back and wait?
But your precious face, I will always see,
As you stopped and turned to look at me.

But I was assured that you could go and be ok.
So off you went, your last run on that painful day.
Soon we could see what was about to transpire
My life would soon change to something so dire.

We yelled and we hollered but it did no good
We could do nothing from the place we stood.
In shock and disbelief from what I had just seen,
I froze…..I could not cry and I could not scream.

I went in side and sat upon the bottom stair.
I could not breath, I was so angry and scared.
I watched as you were taken down deer lane
To find a vet, who could help ease your pain.

The next twelve hours was a roller coaster ride.
My son was told nothing was broken or hurt inside.
But they wanted to keep you for just one night.
I thought you’d be sore but you would be all right.

But then there came that call at twelve-thirty A.M.
Your chances were not good, this news was so grim.
But then we thought that this change was insane
And we questioned their motives of financial gain.

My son and I were set to bring you home that day.
Thinking of comfort, I took a soft pillow for you to lay.
But soon my heart was broken and tears began to fall
We had no choice but to put you to sleep, ending it all.

My dear sweet Gizzy, I hope that you do understand
I couldn’t stay and be with you, not with shaky hand.
My tears were falling and I could not be that strong
To send you on this final journey, I wanted you calm.

I know that you are free from all the suffering and pain.
Through my tears, I still see you running down that lane.
My only prayer is that you are playing on top of a beautiful ridge
Waiting for me so one day we can cross over the Rainbow Bridge.


8-22-09

Gizzy ~ Gone to soon
October 1, 2006 to July 27, 2009

Jeannie Courter (Owner)

August 27, 2009