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For Brando
« on: May 11, 2009, 12:13 AM »
Always my my LOVE, always a challenge
My constant guardian
My forever companion

My Heart Dog does not express the sadness I feel when I tell you how much you are missed

You always meant well
You will Never be replaced

My first Rideback & always the greatest,

Good bye and hello to my happy phantom, until we meet know my tears are filled with joy knowing I had the pleasure of being loved by you! Your beauty Mark lives on in our hearts




Melissa, Greg, Peter and Zola


« Last Edit: May 11, 2009, 12:22 AM by melissap »
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Re: For Brando
« Reply #1 on: May 11, 2009, 12:19 AM »
Oh Melissa.  So sorry...  I know how hard it is, He IS still with you in spirit...  and waits for you..
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Re: For Brando
« Reply #2 on: May 11, 2009, 12:24 AM »

One of many wonderful trips to Petoskey - so noble and handsome
In Loving Memory of my dear boy
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Re: For Brando
« Reply #3 on: May 11, 2009, 12:32 AM »
Thanks Shody, I only wish I could see past these HUGE tears streaming down my face to post his wonderful pictures.....I thought I was ready, but I am not sure I would have ever been to say what is in my heart  :rose No dog could have ever loved us more...

He is missed by all of us, so very much.....
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Re: For Brando
« Reply #4 on: May 11, 2009, 12:41 AM »

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Re: For Brando
« Reply #5 on: May 11, 2009, 12:53 AM »

1st Birthday

With His Boy
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Re: For Brando
« Reply #6 on: May 11, 2009, 12:56 AM »




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Re: For Brando
« Reply #7 on: May 11, 2009, 12:59 AM »

The Goof Ball
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Re: For Brando
« Reply #8 on: May 11, 2009, 01:58 AM »
Oh Melissa, I am so sorry to read this. I still have to laugh at our attempts to get Brando and Tonks to lure course just a year ago. He was such a momma's boy, he just wanted to be with you rather than chase the "bunnies." The black T-shirt was very fitting, and I can imagine how much you miss him.
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Re: For Brando
« Reply #9 on: May 11, 2009, 08:37 AM »
I'm so sorry to hear about your loss, Melissa. :'(
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Re: For Brando
« Reply #10 on: May 11, 2009, 09:11 AM »
My kindest thoughts are with you, Melissa. Real sorry to hear about your loss.  :rose
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Re: For Brando
« Reply #11 on: May 11, 2009, 09:27 AM »
So sorry for your loss.  We have them with us for such a short time and they leave an indelible mark on our lives.

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Re: For Brando
« Reply #12 on: May 11, 2009, 10:41 AM »
Sorry for you loss Melissa and family.  My thoughts and prayers are with you guys as you go through this time. 
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Re: For Brando
« Reply #13 on: May 11, 2009, 10:48 AM »
Melissa and Family,

I'm so sorry for your loss. I never got to meet Brando, but loved hearing all of your stories about him. Please know that you are in my thoughts. Chase sends his love to Zola who I know will be missing her best friend.

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Re: For Brando
« Reply #14 on: May 11, 2009, 11:06 AM »
Oh Melissa, how sorry I am to hear this.  My heart goes out to you and your family, he truly was a special boy.  (((BIG HUGS))) to you and yours.
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Re: For Brando
« Reply #15 on: May 11, 2009, 11:18 AM »
Thank you all for your support - It is very much appreciated!
The Peterson's and Zola
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Re: For Brando
« Reply #16 on: May 15, 2009, 01:46 AM »
Aww, I just read this Melissa....I'm so sorry. I know how much he meant to you and your family. He etched his name in your heart forever and that is where he will stay. Hugs to you  :rose
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Re: For Brando
« Reply #17 on: May 15, 2009, 08:04 AM »
Melissa

I am so sorry for your loss.
 
:'(  That is what I did when I read this. 

My thoughts are with you and your family at this difficult time.

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Re: For Brando
« Reply #18 on: May 15, 2009, 09:24 AM »
Oh Melissa, I am so sorry. I know how much he meant to you. I wish I was there to offer you some sort of comfort. The pictures you've shared with us have been a very fitting tribute.

My heart goes out to you and your family.

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Re: For Brando
« Reply #19 on: May 15, 2009, 10:28 AM »
Everyone here, two-legged and four-legged sends condolences, Melissa.  Thanks for sharing him with us, and feel free to keep on sharing him.

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Re: For Brando
« Reply #20 on: May 15, 2009, 11:37 AM »
I am so sorry for your loss, Melissa.  Truly heartbreaking to lose a dog so young.  My thoughts are with you and your family.
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Re: For Brando
« Reply #21 on: May 15, 2009, 12:23 PM »
 :bow  May each day become easier to laugh more and cry less as you think of the wonderful memories that you have of Brando.  He's watching you from above now instead of from home.  Remember, he is always with you in spirit and that can never leave you as long as you hold on to him in your heart.   :angel: 

Tears and hugs go out to you and your family,

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Re: For Brando
« Reply #22 on: May 15, 2009, 04:02 PM »
 :'( Thanks all for your support - still very tough for me to talk about with out crying buckets. He truly was my whole heart but I know he is over the rainbow bridge waiting for us.

Melissa, Greg and Peter
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Re: For Brando
« Reply #23 on: May 16, 2009, 09:57 PM »
Melissa,
I am so sorry to hear about Brando's passing - he was loved by you and your family and loved you fiercely in return.  Lucy sends you a big RR hug...
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Re: For Brando
« Reply #24 on: August 26, 2009, 10:45 AM »
Our first RR, like our first love...is never forgotten.
As one of Brando's trainers I saw his love and loyalty to Melissa.
Like a knight of old he protected his castle.
Sometimes a challenge, but always devoted to his family. ;)

I have waited until now, thinking like Melissa that I would not cry...but my tears are for you both.

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Re: For Brando
« Reply #25 on: August 26, 2009, 11:01 AM »
 :'(

Thanks Sandra! His portrait is above my desk and he will always be watching over me like he did. I still tear up too, but his love for me was reciprocated 10 fold & he will surely never be forgotten. He truly was my knight in shining armor!

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