tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7795370529696691543.post3585779977573931387..comments2023-09-11T08:33:57.537-05:00Comments on Message in a Bloggle: the Art of Being Broken: In Loving Memory of Buddy, April 1996-September 14, 2011Tammyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02141883867104777688noreply@blogger.comBlogger13125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7795370529696691543.post-51020142242605282912011-09-26T19:46:05.734-05:002011-09-26T19:46:05.734-05:00Pat, your comment made me smile when I needed it. ...Pat, your comment made me smile when I needed it. And jabblog, your kind words really comforted me when I needed that. Thanks to you both!Tammyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02141883867104777688noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7795370529696691543.post-66894684079496470122011-09-25T12:17:31.440-05:002011-09-25T12:17:31.440-05:00I missed this post. I'm so sorry to read that ...I missed this post. I'm so sorry to read that your lovely Buddy has travelled on. A dog's lifespan does not match a human's but the memories and the love and laughter live on forever. I hope the pain is easing a little now. It takes a long time to realise that the absence is permanent.jabbloghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12176958811589489979noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7795370529696691543.post-74826902447715320882011-09-19T06:55:19.590-05:002011-09-19T06:55:19.590-05:00Tammy, I'm so sorry to hear about Buddy. Sendi...Tammy, I'm so sorry to hear about Buddy. Sending my love your way. Run free, Buddy!<br /><br />Pat<br />www.critteralley.blogspot.comPat Wahlerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01138619912065680084noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7795370529696691543.post-27496128403581304822011-09-18T09:43:14.333-05:002011-09-18T09:43:14.333-05:00I can't tell you how much your kind words have...I can't tell you how much your kind words have meant to me! Sending back the same sentiments because I know you wouldn't have commented unless you knew the feelings firsthand.Tammyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02141883867104777688noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7795370529696691543.post-44992880727444479422011-09-15T18:37:02.736-05:002011-09-15T18:37:02.736-05:00Such a shame that we outlive our beloved pets! I m...Such a shame that we outlive our beloved pets! I miss my Precious girl every day, even though I adore Lizzie and Mulligan. She will have been gone a year in November. When she died,it was the first time I had ever seen my husband really cry and we have been together for 25 years.<br /><br />Tammy, let me give you a little hug ((( )))!<br /><br />xoxoJudiehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02778815502961000469noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7795370529696691543.post-22201875366276069592011-09-15T14:37:28.958-05:002011-09-15T14:37:28.958-05:00Oh, Tammy...your post made me cry. And cry. How ...Oh, Tammy...your post made me cry. And cry. How I know that feeling. It's no wonder this story was published - it's wonderful. Until now, I never considered the "family of dogs who never met" - what a wonderful thought. I'm so sorry for your loss. I was in your shoes just this past December. I second Sioux's suggestion...Dog Heaven is a WONDERFUL book.Beth M. Woodhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03616567155106948675noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7795370529696691543.post-18062908616699779352011-09-15T10:47:11.216-05:002011-09-15T10:47:11.216-05:00Hi Tammy,
I'm so sorry to hear about Buddy'...Hi Tammy,<br />I'm so sorry to hear about Buddy's passing. What a wonderful life he had with your family, and how much joy he brought into your lives.<br />Your essay in Chicken Soup is touching, and a perfect tribute. And the quote at the end of your post is fitting.<br />Hugs,<br />DonnaDonna Volkenannthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04540727800410234483noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7795370529696691543.post-87776018948983857802011-09-15T07:40:50.387-05:002011-09-15T07:40:50.387-05:00I'm so sorry Tammy. My heart aches for you and...I'm so sorry Tammy. My heart aches for you and I'm sending love your way. Your story was incredible. And your little stinker Buddy, well he'll be in your heart forever.Lynnhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05296300032567383021noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7795370529696691543.post-7417413043583636612011-09-14T21:50:55.787-05:002011-09-14T21:50:55.787-05:00Tammy, the photos and the story are wonderful. And...Tammy, the photos and the story are wonderful. And Buddy's face! How absolutely sweet. I love his terrier beard.<br />— K<br /><br />Kay, Alberta, Canada<br />An Unfittie's Guide to Adventurous TravelKay L. Davieshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09966266404058177742noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7795370529696691543.post-70663776653793500572011-09-14T20:59:57.712-05:002011-09-14T20:59:57.712-05:00Thanks so much to you all. Your kind words made m...Thanks so much to you all. Your kind words made me cry all over again. But in a good way!Tammyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02141883867104777688noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7795370529696691543.post-16103626575726496862011-09-14T20:47:19.170-05:002011-09-14T20:47:19.170-05:00Tammy,
You're story gave me so much comfort a...Tammy,<br /><br />You're story gave me so much comfort after Rocky's passing. I know how much you and the kids will miss him! A dogs unconditional love is truly amazing. He was the best dog!<br /><br /> I'm so happy for you that Tim made it back in time too. The best possible passing for him. In time, you and the kids will be laughing with all the cherished memories! You are so blessed to have such loving, wonderful kids and a wonderful dog! Much love my dear!<br /><br />HollyAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7795370529696691543.post-38004869415345930022011-09-14T20:11:13.718-05:002011-09-14T20:11:13.718-05:00Tammy--I am so sorry for your loss. If you don'...Tammy--I am so sorry for your loss. If you don't know Cynthia Rylant's book, "Dog Heaven" (a picture book) check it out.<br /><br />Buddy is romping and playing right now--maybe with your four-legged loves from the past?--and doesn't have to lean against anyone anymore.<br /><br />I'll be thinking of you and your kids...Sioux Roslawskihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17924021828536277618noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7795370529696691543.post-45217135874284055472011-09-14T19:01:10.877-05:002011-09-14T19:01:10.877-05:00Tammy,
My heart goes out to you and your kids. I ...Tammy, <br />My heart goes out to you and your kids. I know how much this hurts. You and Buddy were blessed to have one another. HUGSLinda O'Connellhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15982895073903619018noreply@blogger.com