06/18/2009

Red Chief 4/24/1991 - 6/17/2009

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Goodbye, my boy. I'll miss your companionship, love, and lap-warming.
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Jun 18, 2009 1:59:09 PM | Four-legged family

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Arin

I'm so sorry, Becca. I know how painful it is to say goodbye to an animal friend who's shared so many years of one's life. Keeping you and your family (animals included) in my heart today...

Posted by: Arin | 06/18/2009 at 02:34 PM

Celia

Aw, nuts! It's always so hard to lose a beloved pet. My condolences to you and Jane.

Posted by: Celia | 06/18/2009 at 04:19 PM

Inky

I am so sorry for your loss. What a wonderful long time you and he had together. I just lost my little 8 month old Bella kitten and my heart goes out to you.

Posted by: Inky | 06/18/2009 at 04:40 PM

(formerly) no-blog-rachel

So sorry, Becca. You gave him a wonderful, long life - I know saying goodbye is hard.

Love to you.

Posted by: (formerly) no-blog-rachel | 06/18/2009 at 05:32 PM

Megan

I'm so sorry, Becca. Thinking of you all.

Posted by: Megan | 06/18/2009 at 07:24 PM

Rachael Herron

Oh. That's just so damn hard. Thinking of you all.

Posted by: Rachael Herron | 06/18/2009 at 08:12 PM

Boxer Press

I was very sad to hear that your wonderful orange boy is gone. He was in good company with you and family. Be well.

Posted by: Boxer Press | 06/19/2009 at 08:38 AM

Janine

I do wish our animal friends had longer lives! The price of loving them is this sadness....

Posted by: Janine | 06/19/2009 at 01:54 PM

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