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Jessie our family dog at the age of 16 years old reached the end of his life. This is a lovely photograph of Jessie some years ago, during a time when he was a little younger. We loved him dearly and he will be greatly missed by us. He was such a kind-hearted dog with a beautiful soul, he gave us so much joy and companionship during the good and bad times in our lives. R.I.P. dear Jessie – March 2017. Photographed by Karen Robinson – NB: All images are protected by copyright laws
INTRODUCTION
In memory of our dear family dog Jessie, I would like to re blog these prose poems I had written about him during 2016 – R.I.P. my dear loving friend…
Jessie_Robinson Family Dog_April 2016. Found him sleeping in the garden where he had made a bed for himself amongst the dried leaves. Photographed by Karen Robinson – NB: All images are protected by copyright laws
— Our Dog Jessie —
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His golden hair glimmers in the warm, afternoon winter-sun, he is waiting, waiting, waiting for his very special one. There seems to be no end to his vigilant gaze as he watches for his master to grace the stony path maze. For Jessie is truly a well-loved family member of ours, he has given us so much love in both good and bad hours. If only his master knew how adoringly his dog waits, for the return of his master’s presence, - our dog’s best of mates. – Ο – Poem © Karen Robinson, July 2016 ∗Please click here to read the back-story about this Poem
Jessie_Robinson Family Dog_Jan 2010. 7 years earlier where Jessie was strong and still youthful. In those times we were able to have his hair cut so that he would be more comfortable during the hot summer months. But as he got older he didn’t like the hair cutting, it would stress him out too much, so we stopped for him. Photographed by Karen Robinson – NB: All images are protected by copyright laws
— Home —
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It is quiet and peaceful at this very moment. There are no ‘world worries’ in my space. I hear birds awakening to the beginning of a new and promising day. Inside here in my home it is safe and warm, and outside, surrounding my home, is a garden paradise grown and crafted by the loving hands of a man I cherish. Here, I know, is a place for me to run and hide - to shelter from the outside world’s daily challenges; a place where I can be myself – unafraid, comforted. The family dog sits beside me, endearingly, as always. Together we wait for the morning-sun to show its friendly face and when my husband arises, from his night’s sleep, it is then we will take coffee and talk in the security of each other’s company. It is quiet and peaceful here – this blessed place I call home. – Ο – Prose Poem © Karen Robinson - September 2016 *Please click here to read the back-story about this Prose Poem
Jessie_Robinson Family Dog & Indie daughter’s family dog_October 2013. Jessie often had our daughter’s family dog Indie come and visit where he would share is dog bed with little indie. Photographed by Karen Robinson – NB: All images are protected by copyright laws
CONCLUSION
Home will never be quite the same now that you are no longer with us. Thank you my dear friend, our family dog Jessie – you shared all your love and devotion, and you will be greatly missed by us all….
Jessie_Robinson Family Dog_R.I.P. March 2017. During the last week of Jessie life, he was in pain and suffering…it was a very sad time for him and for us. Photographed by Karen Robinson – NB: All images are protected by copyright laws
NB: A special thank you to Judy Bird who continues to provide me with ongoing support with my creative writing efforts.
© Karen Robinson – March 2017
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What a lovely tribute to a beloved family member. Thank you for visiting and following my blog. You are a multi-talented woman, and I look forward to seeing and reading your words and images.
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Thank you Anne…much appreciate your kind and supportive words…Karen
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Our pets are family, and it’s so sad that their life expectancy is so short.
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Yes… you are so right Anne, our pets lives are so invested into our own lives that when it comes time for them to leave us…it is heartbreaking…warm regards Karen
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Awww. I’m sorry for you, and hope you get another one soon!
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Thank you for your kind words…it’s hard to think about getting another dog…perhaps in time…warm regards Karen
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I am so sorry for your loss. Our pets are precious, special members of our family that never forget to love unconditionally.
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Thank you for your support at a time that is difficult. And it sounds like you understand the grief which is experienced during the loss of a pet – a well loved family member. Much appreciation…Karen
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I’m very touched by your obvious love for your dog. What a nice tribute to a good friend.
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Hi Claudi, thank you – we did love Jessie our dog dearly. He was such a comfort to us in so many ways and especially during our time of grief after losing our son. We are going to find it very hard without him…warm regards Karen
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Lovingly given and received-i once had a “member of the family dog” too.Fighting cancer he stayed alive just as long as he could even when breathing became nearly impossible just to be with us.
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Hi Holly, thank you and yes we too found that our dog Jessie was hanging on for us – despite the pain and suffering he was experiencing – he didn’t want to leave us. Just so dreadfully sad…thank you again for sharing…sincerely Karen
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