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Monday, October 05, 2009

Sleep in Peace

Dearest Tinker, my little heart dog,

You came into my life at a point where I needed you most. With your spunky little high step, cuddly personality, and zest for love and life, you completed our little family instantaneously. You were my best friend in a new land and a new phase of life, often the only one I could confide in. We explored life together, from our little neighborhood to all along the east coast traveling and vacationing with our little family of 3. We took countless Sunday afternoon naps together, we baked and cooked for both you and me, you comforted me in ways no one else could.

Despite your unknown beginnings, you remained full of love and life. Despite your lack of physical vision, your heart saw things more clearly than most humans ever could. We learned how to care for each other, me cooking and getting the right supplements to care for your older body, spoiling you wonderfully with yummy snacks, warm clothes, and love and you always lent an ear, a warm snuggle, or a beautiful smile.

We knew that you would not live forever, but we would joke that we needed another 20 years with you. Your heart was so big, but your body could not keep going forever. You were such a fighter your whole life, never giving up. The most selfless thing we could do, was to help you through this last struggle. Your pain was undeserved after a life so full of love and purpose.

I will be forever grateful to you and all that you have given to me, most of all yourself. You taught me more than you will ever know. Your little life touched so many people in ways that neither of us will fully understand. While the tears still flow freely and neither your daddy nor I know how we will face tomorrow, I want to repeat over and over how much we love you and will always hold you close to our hearts. I never imagined how much you would transform and impact my life.

Your life and legacy will live on in the rescue work that we will continue to do. We will continue to foster in your memory so that others will receive the same joy and love that we received through you.

May flights of angels carry you to your final place of rest my Little One. Sleep in peace my darling Tink, you will always live on in our hearts and memories, your grace and dignity will live on, my little heart dog.

Loved since January 22, 2006

6 comments:

Unknown said...

Rest in Peace, Little One. You were more loved than you know. I will miss your journals.. and you. My thoughts and prayers are with Mommy and Daddy.

Love, Godmamma Charli

Mary W/ said...

Dear Nick and Vicky. Your message to Tink is so moving that I just had to write to you. I know that you think you got the reward of having Tinkerbell in your home, but Tinker was one lucky little dog. Sometimes the "right" home is not in our back yard, but several states away.
Thank you for finding Tink and driving to GA to adopt her. You gave her the very best years of her life - love, warmth, and companionship. Bless you both. And God bless little Tink as she crosses the bridge. Tink's legacy will show in the rescue work that you do in her memory.
Mary, Volunteer, Small Dog Rescue

Unknown said...

Vicky and Nick,
Through your words and pictures, we have all had the privilege of being a part of "what it is all about" - the lives touched and forever changed by giving in completely to unconditional love, given and accepted, between dog and man. You and Tink have blessed the world around you. Thank you. And, may God bless you abundantly!
Anne Stockton, SmallDog Rescue

Nick + Vicki said...

Nick and I are so touched by all the comments, kind words, and memories that have been shared in the wake of this loss. We were chosen to care for her over the last 4 years, but so many people played a vital role in her care. You ladies at Small Dog were indispensable in her care and in making it possible for us to be a part of her life.

Though the tears run freely, the memories do as well, the memories of Tink full of life and spunk and personality. The Tinker we all know and love, before the pain so quickly took over. Thank you Charli, thank you Mary, thank you Anne, your words and thoughts are powerful.

Ellen said...

Dear Vicki, Nick, and Molly,

We were so sorry to hear about beautiful Miss Tinker. Know that she had a wonderful life with you, and she certainly knew how much she was loved. How lucky she was to have found you! While we know she will be missed terribly, her time with you was only good things and you selflessly helped one of God's creatures. She'll be waiting for you at the rainbow bridge.

Ellen Thelin and Family

Connie R said...

Dear Nick & Vicki, words are all we can offer to comfort you, but prayers and comforting angels are being sent to you also. Thank you, from the bottom of our hearts at SDR for the wonderful loving home you provided Tink. She hit the jackpot with you both, and, you with her. God bless you both and remember, Tink will be waiting at the Bridge.
Connie R.
SmallDog Rescue