I managed to finish my last project with the Guidance of God under the Inspiration of Shell and this was the final result for the soldier, the friend, the man whose life ended before others really wanted to let him go…(sound familiar?)
-In Memory-
R- is for Remarkable, this man; a son, a brother.
O- is for Observing, he was simply like no other.
B- is for Baffled, all the people left to face…
E- is for Eternal, Rob rests now in God’s embrace.
R- is for Remembering, this goof, this simple man.
T- is for Tackling the grief as best you can.
C- is for Cherishing the memories, tuck them in and hold them tight.
H- is for Holding special moments, his energy, his light.
A- is for the Awareness, that every time you pray-
R- is the Realization, Rob’s but a whisper away.
L- is for the Love he showed, he shared it till the end.
E- is for Extraordinary, this Soldier, Dad, Your Friend.
S- is for Sharing all the love he left behind.
C- is for the Circle of Support you now must find.
L- is for Lasting through the sorrow and the pain.
A- is for the Anticipation you will meet with him again.
R- is for the Radiance, Rob glows with Heaven’s Light.
K- is for the Knowledge, he has joined the Angels in flight-
-Mary Anne Miller-
What a beautiful tribute to your friend. Also, know your blogging friends are here for you if you need anything. We know you will have difficult days ahead. Sniffs, The HoundDogs and HoundDogMom
This is a magnificent tribute. This means so much for his family. It will be cherished by them always. What an incredibly sad loss for them And when it rains, its pours. Here you are, reeling from the hurt of his loss, and then to lose Shell. It’s too much.
I’ve followed Shell’s story from the beginning. I have a “shell” of a boy cat myself that I will have to let go one day. You are a true inspiration. Shell was loved by you, and loved by an enormous family of cat bloggers, cat lovers and just plain folks. I’ve heard it said that animals face death differently than humans, and honestly how are we to know for sure? I think they know when it’s time. I believe Shell would have stayed longer if she could have, it was just her body that couldn’t hold up any more. She still will live on in your heart. The rainbow bridge is a brighter place because of her. One day you will get to see what she really looks like, all filled out with beautiful fur, bright eyes and white, fresh teeth. And quite possibly she’ll send another kittie your way to care for and love while you are on this earth.
Be easy on yourself. You did all the right things. Feel the grief , move through it all and be open to the possibility of another special one who needs you as much as you need them. Shell spoke to you on a level that not every one can understand. I am always amazed at how “our” special cats can do that.
Take a bit of comfort in knowing that while Shell didn’t survive long, she felt loved and died with dignity. Every living being deserves that. Don’t underestimate your role, it was a monumental task and one you took on without questioning. Shell has plans for you. Just wait…
My deepest sympathy on your losses – Shell and Rob.
My prayers are with you, my kitties are purring too.
Goldie
what a remarkable tribute.
A beautiful tribute to your friend.
We would like to offer ours for Shell:
S ~ for the Sweet little Soul you are
H ~ for Heaven, where you are now at peace
E ~ for the Extraordinary little cat you were and are
L ~ for the LOVE we all felt for you
L ~ for the LOVE we will always feel for you.
perfect and beautiful