Budward the lab crossed over, and one week later, to the minute...

[elehhhhna]

I was handed this puppers - recently adopted and due to unforseen circumstances, needing a new home.

Shepard/Lab mix, her name is Lily.

[hlthe2b]

1. Good for you... I'm probably days or weeks away from the same with my beloved girlie

and sadly, will be unlikely to have another dog anytime soon. It is going to wrenching without her.

I'm happy for you though. Really happy.

[elehhhhna]

2. I thought I'd feel the same

and I miss Bud.

But dog people are dog people, and the universe conspires to keep us so.

Good vibes to you and your girlie during this bittersweet time.

[hedgehog]

5. I agree with that - that the Universe sends dogs and cats to people that need them.

[HillWilliam]

30. Thinking much of you both

It's one of the really big down-sides of being human. We outlive our best friends. What keeps us going is when we know it's our turn to cross The Bridge, such happy reunion wags and kisses we'll have.

It's been 5 years, but I still grieve for my Sadie. When it's my turn to cross The Bridge, hers is the first face I want to see.

[hlthe2b]

34. Thanks all.... Nothing can take away the pain when you are going through it, nor help prepare for it

But, we all live through it and I can only get through it this time, if I focus on those beloved faces waiting for me on the other side.

[HillWilliam]

35. You're right about that

but your friends are here to grab your hand and pass a kleenex when you need it. I don't know how I would have made it through the last year if not for the fresh air and love from DUers.

The grief never lessens, but in time you figure out where to put it, so that it's only a stepping stone to those snapshot memories that warm your insides.

I'm always available in PM. One of my (many) jobs in life is being an animal companion chaplain. I'm one of many dedicated to helping people cope with the pain of loss. No religion, no charge, just somebody to listen, share, and help others heal.

As each of my kids crossed, it helped to write a celebration of their life here http://www.petloss.com/

Here's my companion web page: http://www.weddingsinthewillows.com/article.php?story=20100215215602389

[joeybee12]

3. Lily is adorable...I'm sure Budward is at peace

[elehhhhna]

6. we like to think Buddy sent her

Budders would have LOOOVED her. His kitty, Rickie, is warming up to her already. It's all bueno.

[joeybee12]

8. It sounds like it was meant to be!

[joshcryer]

18. Hehe! "His kitty."

Cute.

[paranoid floyd]

24. Indeed.

Our lab/collie cross Jazz has three cats, sometimes known as The Jazz Cats.

[Lugnut]

28. His kitty?

Oh, how precious. Our male cat Rocky had his own kitty too. Dogs and cats are so great together.

I'm so sorry about Bud. It's always inevitable but never easy to lose a furry family member. Lilly is one lucky pup and I'll bet Bud sent her to you.

[a la izquierda]

33. This situation happened twice with me...

And I think my departed pups always sent the new dogs along to find us.
Cheers to you. That little lady looks like a sweetie.

[truedelphi]

40. In this household we definitely beleive there is some

Kind of astral doggie and kitty network. Works every bit as well as the internet or the phoning, emailing thing-ee.

The animals set each other up - or so we believe.

In any event, sorry that you lsot your friend. And thank goodness that the new doggie has a home with a good catty frined to help out.

[AtomicKitten]

4. Mazel tov.

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nt

[KT2000]

7. I just have a feeling

that after they cross over, they work behind the scenes to make sure things like this happen. Has happened with my cats as well.
She is a sweetie and I bet she will be lots of fun.
Congrats to Lily - she scored big time!

[nashville_brook]

19. i'm certain of it.

[Jane Austin]

9. Awwwww,

Lily's a doll!

[Liberal_in_LA]

10. "stop taking pics of me"

[emilyg]

11. Love!

[Honeycombe8]

12. Wow...must be fate. Those eyes! That face! That big wet nose! What a loveable puppy.

You are so lucky....and so is Lily.

One of you has an angel on your shoulder.

[trof]

13. GD SOP: Discuss politics, issues, and current events.

Isn't this Lounge material?

[nashville_brook]

14. i lost my beloved Mr. Chompers, and Trouble showed up the same week...

Best thing that could have happened under the circumstances...and...what a dog.

here's Troubs...

[joshcryer]

17. Great photo. Great looking dog.

Sorry for the loss.

[nashville_brook]

22. thanks!

it's been years since it happened, but it was the first dog i had, and the first loss, and i took it HARD. i was well on my way to an epic depression over it.

it was Thanksgiving weekend and we'd left him with a pet sitter. She didn't latch the gate and he escaped. while he was missing i put up flyers with his picture and my phone # -- a woman called and said she didn't find my dog...but that she had a dog who looked just like him, and he needed a home b/c his owner was going into an assisted living facility.

total kismet. i really needed him, and he really me.

[classof56]

25. Just have to say--what a nice story!

Brings some tears to these old eyes. Thank you for sharing.

[truedelphi]

41. What a great grin.

Doesn't seem to be any trouble for Trouble to pull that one off!

[barbtries]

15. aww, she's adorable.

she'll help you through.

[joshcryer]

16. Getting a new dog is the best way to move on, imo.

My family has had at least one dog continuously for 40 years with less than a week of no dogs during that entire time frame.

Lily looks lovely, I know she won't be able to replace your other dog, but she will help, I think dogs can sense when you've had a loss and they try their best to make you feel better.

[chknltl]

20. needed a smile and Lily just gave me one...thanks.eom

[HappyMe]

21. It's a girl! Mazel tov!

[Tikki]

23. Lily is beautiful...

big hugs to a sweet puppers.


tikki

[IDemo]

26. We said never again after our dog died. That lasted two weeks.

We adopted Molly after going to the shelter to look at another Chesapeake Bay Retriever (someone beat us to him).
I guess if you're a dog person, there's no living without them.

[xchrom]

27. Bless you, your family, Budward & Lily. Nt

[Jamastiene]

29. Awwww, she's so cute!

I lost my Sunday Girl back in March an still haven't gotten another kitten. I'm going to try to take the best care I can of Yogi. He's all I have left now.

[myrna minx]

31. What a bittersweet happenstance.

Rest in peace Budward.

[HillWilliam]

32. So sorry to hear that Budward has crossed The Bridge

but we're celebrating with you that the Universe found a someone to help heal the wound in your soul.

They take a piece of us when they go.

Lily is beautiful!! Our "middle girl" is named Callalily. Here she is, my sweet princess:

[elehhhhna]

42. omg she's prettier than a unicorn!

[Fawke Em]

36. Miss Lily is a cutie!

If Heaven is what you make it, mine will be filled with cool weather, good music and puppy breath.

[OnyxCollie]

37. Rest in peace, Budward.

Long live Lily!

[TrogL]

38. Why is Lily giving you the stinkeye?

[elehhhhna]

43. she's a calculating little b___?

lol she's a clever pup

[beac]

39. I had a shepherd-lab mix once. Probably the best dog

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I ever had. Lily looks like a sweetheart. I know she'll bring you much joy.

[adigal]

44. You are wonderful!! You may have kept that pup from dying

in a shelter's gas chamber!! Bless you and your old pal and your new baby.

[Snotcicles]

45. The unconditional love and gratitude of a dog will warm your soul. nt

[Stinky The Clown]

46. Okay. I admit it. I'm a sucker for a cutie pie pooch

I wish Budward eternal happiness on the other side of The Bridge.