Tuesday, March 3, 2009

Farewell to a companion

It was a sad day for our family yesterday - our beloved 16-year-old dog, Biko, passed away. He was a beautiful dog, very much loved by us all and he will be sorely missed.

'We have a secret' (Anon)

We have a secret, you and I
that no-one else shall know,
for who but I can see you lie
each night in fire glow?

And who but I can reach my hand
before we go to bed
and feel the living warmth of you
and touch your silken head?

And only I walk woodland paths
and see ahead of me,
your small form racing with the wind
so young again, and free.

And only I can see you swim
In every brook I pass
and when I call, no-one but I
can see the bending grass.

12 comments:

  1. Brabourne FarmMarch 3, 2009 at 3:24 PM

    Oh Lee,you've brought tears to my eyes. I'm so sorry to hear about your darling dog. It's a beautiful poem and just sums up the sadness of losing one of life's best friends.

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  2. MillieMarch 3, 2009 at 4:01 PM

    Big hugs to you Lee, I understand totally how you feel. We lost our lovely old girl Miss Chloe at the same age last Oct., & MOTH & I are only just starting to think about welcoming a new furry friend into our lives. We just needed some time & space to grieve first. Be gentle with yourself & shed the tears you need to.
    Love from Millie ^_^

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  3. Mrs BMarch 3, 2009 at 7:58 PM

    Dear Lee
    I am so sorry and I know you are heart broken. I suppose what gives us comfort when we loose a beloved pet is knowing they were loved and cherished by their human families.
    Hugs to you as well Lee
    Mrs B

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  4. AnonymousMarch 3, 2009 at 9:27 PM

    Biko looked like such a beautiful, sweet dog. Thinking of you and your family...
    Catherine xx

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  5. lily-gMarch 3, 2009 at 9:33 PM

    Im so sorry for your loss, I'm thinking of you x

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  6. Lisa Borgnes GiramontiMarch 3, 2009 at 10:40 PM

    Such a beautiful photo. His eyes speak volumes of the kind-hearted, empathetic and sensitive soul he was. So sorry...

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  7. DebMarch 4, 2009 at 2:20 AM

    Dear Lee
    This is my first visit to your blog. I am so sorry to read about your sweet Biko. What a precious photo ~ you can see what a gentle soul he is. We lost our beautiful lab Ben six months ago. I hope Benny meets Biko on rainbow bridge.

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  8. suzanne cabreraMarch 4, 2009 at 6:11 AM

    So sorry to hear of your loss. A beautiful, sweet photo of Biko and an equally wonderful poem.

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  9. The House That A-M BuiltMarch 4, 2009 at 8:43 AM

    Oh I am so sorry. What a little darling he was...such a beautiful photo. A-M xx

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  10. DotMarch 5, 2009 at 3:04 PM

    I am so sorry to hear that your beautiful dog has passed away. I loved saying hello to him when I visited your place.

    Am sure he enjoyed every moment he spent as part of your family.

    Dot xx

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  11. JackyMarch 5, 2009 at 10:00 PM

    Sweet Biko....I know you will all miss him very much, especially Hugh...his companion growing up.

    Lovely photo Lee... Oakey and I lit a beautiful candle for him tonight.

    Jacky xox

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  12. WindlostMarch 6, 2009 at 7:46 AM

    I am so sorry to hear about your beautiful baby Biko. What a darling. I am very sad for your loss and hoped that Biko did not suffer. My mother lost her beloved cat at Christmas and we were so devastated as he was a loving part of the family.

    Pets are integral and give us such wonderful love. :) So sorry for your terrible loss. I hope Biko is happy in heaven chasing bugs and running in fields. :)

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