Light a candle and say a prayer...

[amabsher]

My friend is in pain tonight and she needs all the support she can get. Her boy Maxx passed away in her arms tonight and she is lost in grief. I believe in the power of prayer and meditation to help comfort our spirits so I ask that everyone who has ever lost a beloved pet and who knows this pain that is like no other to please take a moment to light a candle and say a prayer for my friend and her beloved Maxx.
Thank you for all of the fond memories and wonderful puppy-kisses, Mister Mini Maxx. You will be missed very much.
I know you will be waiting at the Rainbow Bridge to reunite with us someday.

[tracyn4boys]

<p><strong>Good luck.. Prayers</strong></p>

[mixthetrix]

<p>I know what you are going through more than you know.&nbsp; I'm a foster parent and have lost many.&nbsp; My own personal cat of 9 years died mothers day this year and he was my best friend.&nbsp; I will say a prayer for you and hopefully start the healing process.</p>

[tambolyn]

<p>We lost our beloved Sophie Marie 3 years agao on March 18th. &nbsp;She too died in my arms. &nbsp;A major artery in her heart ruptured. &nbsp;We had done all we could do... and yet. &nbsp;</p>
<p>It was the hardest thing I'd been through since my parents died in a car wreck in 1996. &nbsp;Don't let anyone tell you "they are just animals." &nbsp;They are blessings sent from God. &nbsp;I believe in the power of prayer too and I have already prayed before writing this. &nbsp;Yo wil never forget, but will always be glad you have the memories. It is worth it. &nbsp;</p>
<p>I have three sweet girls now (when I had SOpie she was my only dog). &nbsp;I still miss my SOphie, but I know I will see her again someday and I truly believe she is happy and healthy and living the best life ever right now and can't wait to see her Mommy and Daddy and all her new sisters when the time comes. &nbsp;</p>
<p>God be with your dear friend.</p>
<p>Tammy &amp; "the Girls"</p>

[mzalizia]

<p>&nbsp;&nbsp; I'M SO SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT YOUR LOST GOD BLESS!!</p>
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<p>I will lend to you for awhile<br /> a puppy, God said,<br /> For you to love him while he lives<br /> and to mourn for him when he is gone.<br /> Maybe for twelve or fourteen years,<br /> or maybe for two or three.<br /> But will you, till I call him back<br /> take care of him for me ?<br /> <br /> He'll bring his charms to gladden you<br /> and (should his stay be brief)<br /> you'll always have his memories<br /> as solace for your grief .<br /> I cannot promise that he will stay,<br /> since all from earth return,<br /> But there are lessons taught below<br /> I want this pup to learn.<br /> <br /> I've looked the whole world over<br /> in search of teachers true<br /> And from the folk that crowd life's land<br /> I have chosen you.<br /> Now will you give him all your love<br /> Nor think the labour vain<br /> Nor hate me when I come to take my pup back again.<br /> <br /> I fancied that I heard them say<br /> "Dear Lord Thy WIll Be Done,"<br /> For all the joys this pup will bring,<br /> the risk of grief you'll run.<br /> Will you shelter him with tenderness<br /> Will you love him while you may<br /> And for the happiness you'll know forever grateful stay.<br /> <br /> But should I call him back<br /> much sooner than you've planned<br /> Please brave the bitter grief that comes<br /> and try to understand.<br /> If, by your love, you've managed<br /> my wishes to achieve,<br /> In memory of him that you've loved,<br /> cherish every moment with your faithful bundle,<br /> and know he loved you too.</p>

[cybersleuth58]

<p>I lost my baby Pumpkin at the end of July; I understand the depth of her grief all too well. Eventually I understood that the pain is so much less than the unconditional love Pumpkin gave. I wish there was a magic answer, but we all know it doesn't exist. I hope she gets through this peacefully, secure in the knowledge that her baby was very loved.</p>