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11-01-2009, 08:43 AM
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Rivet Master
2016 23' International
Centennial
, Colorado
Join Date: May 2006
Posts: 1,684
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Thunder.....My Dear Buddy
Our dear old dog, Thunder, went to heaven yesterday. Our hearts are literally broken in two and the house is empty without hearing the clicking of his nails on the wood floor.
We were so blessed to have a dog like him for a little over 15 years. He sure loved his people and would always want to be by my side. His old body got real tired and things started giving out on him.
He went peacefully and the Vet is keeping him until some of the snow melts this week so we can bring him home and bury him on his hillside that he loved so much.
It's such a shame that our beloved pets can't live as long as we do. The love from Thunder was unconditional.
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Steve "Centennial Man"
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11-01-2009, 08:56 AM
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Site Team
2002 25' Safari
Dewey
, Arizona
Join Date: Mar 2005
Posts: 15,617
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Steve - Jan and my hearts go out to you. We recently suffered the loss of a loving pet and it has been tough around our house as well. The memories of Thunder will last you a lifetime.
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Richard
Wally Byam Airstream Club 7513
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11-01-2009, 09:06 AM
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Rivet Master
1956 22' Safari
2015 27' Flying Cloud
Vintage Kin Owner
Conifer/Evergreen
, Colorado
Join Date: Feb 2002
Posts: 12,702
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Oh Steve...I'm so sorry to hear of your losing Thunder. It's always difficult when we lose our furry-kids, especially for those of us without "real" kids - they certainly hold a special place in our families. He will be missed, but hold onto the years of memories and wet kisses - nobody can take those from you.
Shari
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11-01-2009, 09:11 AM
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Rivet Master
Currently Looking...
1984 31' Airstream310
Ajo
, Arizona
Join Date: Mar 2007
Posts: 7,649
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Sorry to hear of your loss; we've been loved by four of them over the years.
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11-01-2009, 09:14 AM
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Rivet Master
1972 25' Tradewind
North Vancouver
, British Columbia
Join Date: Feb 2006
Posts: 3,421
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I'm so sorry for your loss. They are with us for such a short time, but at least Thunders memory will be with you for ever.
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Cameron & the Labradors, Kai & Samm
North Vancouver, BC
Live! Life's a banquet and most poor suckers are starving to death! - Mame Dennis
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11-01-2009, 09:32 AM
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Rivet Master
1958 22' Flying Cloud
1956 30' Sovereign of the Road
1963 16' Bambi
Southeastern Area
, Tennessee
Join Date: Jul 2006
Posts: 2,116
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I cry every time I read a post like this. I'm so sorry for what you're going through and can certainly sympathize. One of the toughest things in life is losing a pet. Each pet is irreplaceable. I pray your wounded hearts heal quickly.
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11-01-2009, 09:32 AM
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Tom, the Uber Disney Fan
2006 30' Safari
Orlando
, Florida
Join Date: Aug 2004
Posts: 4,693
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I am sorry to hear that you lost your precious Thunder. I had a cocker for just under 15 years and had to put him down because of kidney failure so I can relate. Just keep the memories in your heart and he will always be with you. My Max went to "dog heaven" just over four years ago and I was thinking of him just this morning.
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2006 30' Safari - "Changes in Latitudes"
2008 F-250 Lariat Power Stroke Diesel Crew Cab SWB
Family of Disney Fanatics
WBCCI# 4821
https://streaminacrossamerica.com/
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11-01-2009, 09:36 AM
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Moderator
1968 17' Caravel
Battle Ground
, Washington
Join Date: Dec 2002
Posts: 12,255
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Very sorry to hear it. They get a special place in your heart.
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Stephanie
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11-01-2009, 09:40 AM
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Rivet Master
2005 28' International CCD
Willoughby
, Ohio
Join Date: Oct 2004
Posts: 543
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So sorry for your loss
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Steve & Susan
WBCCI# 03876
AIR# 6511
2005 28' CCD, 2011 Sierra 5.3L, Equal-I-Zer
Empty Nesters - spending our money on OURSELVES for a change!
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11-01-2009, 09:44 AM
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Rivet Master
1972 31' Sovereign
Lexington
, Minnesota
Join Date: Feb 2009
Posts: 3,989
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My condolences on the loss of your friend. It's always hard when they leave us. We have trees planted over our friends in our yard:
Fluff (cat)has a cathedral elm
Lexi (Lab) has a northern pin oak
Nikko (eskimo) has a colorado blue spruce
Shadow(cat) has a long needled pine tree
Callie (cat) has a weeping crab apple tree (she only really liked me)
Wish we'd started this sooner, because we're missing some now. The trees comfort me whenever I'm outside. They were chosen specifically for certain attributes of our friends.
The best way we can honor them is to replace them from an animal shelter, and never forget them. They'll be waiting for us someday.
Kay
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11-01-2009, 09:44 AM
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4 Rivet Member
Join Date: Jul 2002
Posts: 368
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I am very sorry to hear of your loss. I think most of us consider them family members, not pets.
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11-01-2009, 10:32 AM
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Rivet Master
2007 Interstate
Normal
, Illinois
Join Date: Jan 2009
Posts: 18,078
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Sorry to hear of the loss of your beloved pet. Surely his spirit will stay close, and memories of him closer.
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🏡 🚐 Cherish and appreciate those you love. This moment could be your last.🌹🐚
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11-01-2009, 10:52 AM
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4 Rivet Member
1970 27' Overlander
ARLINGTON
, TEXAS
Join Date: Jun 2009
Posts: 335
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So sorry for your loss of Thunder. Its so difficult to lose a family member. Our hearts and prayers go out to your family. Hope The Rainbow Bridge brings you alittle comfort...
The Rainbow Bridge
Just this side of heaven is a place called Rainbow Bridge.
When an animal dies that has been especially close to someone here, that pet goes to Rainbow Bridge. There are meadows and hills for all of our special friends so they can run and play together. There is plenty of food, water and sunshine, and our friends are warm and comfortable.
All the animals who had been ill and old are restored to health and vigor. Those who were hurt or maimed are made whole and strong again, just as we remember them in our dreams of days and times gone by. The animals are happy and content, except for one small thing; they each miss someone very special to them, who had to be left behind.
They all run and play together, but the day comes when one suddenly stops and looks into the distance. His bright eyes are intent. His eager body quivers. Suddenly he begins to run from the group, flying over the green grass, his legs carrying him faster and faster.
You have been spotted, and when you and your special friend finally meet, you cling together in joyous reunion, never to be parted again. The happy kisses rain upon your face; your hands again caress the beloved head, and you look once more into the trusting eyes of your pet, so long gone from your life but never absent from your heart.
Then you cross Rainbow Bridge together....
Author unknown
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He is your friend, your partner, your defender, your dog. You are his life, his love, his leader. He will be yours, faithful and true, to the last beat of his heart. You owe it to him to be worthy of such devotion...
Taylor 1/20/96 - 11/28/08
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11-01-2009, 12:10 PM
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Rivet Master
1948 16' Wee Wind
1953 21' Flying Cloud
Denver
, Colorado
Join Date: Jul 2003
Posts: 1,169
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Steve:
I'm so sorry to hear of the loss of Thunder. The present pain of parting will eventually give way to the stronger memory of 15 years of mutual love and shared happiness. But have a good cry today to help wash away some of the hurt. Then take a long walk in our warm Colorado sunshine.
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Fred Coldwell, WBCCI #1510, AIR #2675
Denver, Colorado - WBCCI Unit 24
Airstream Life "Old Aluminum"
Airstream Life "From the Archives"
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11-01-2009, 12:20 PM
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Rivet Master
1978 29' Ambassador
Walnut Cove
, North Carolina
Join Date: Nov 2008
Posts: 519
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So sad for you. Thunder was a beautiful dog and I am sure he brought you many happy times.
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Dannie
The Silver Queen
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11-01-2009, 12:23 PM
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Rivet Master
1974 31' Sovereign
Colfax
, North Carolina
Join Date: Jul 2003
Posts: 740
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I'm so sorry to hear of your loss of Thunder. We lost Cookie 2 years ago and still feel the loss. Sophie does a great job of filling some of the void, but Cookie will always hold a dear place in our hearts.
May the sands of time help heal your hearts and memories sustain you for many years to come.
Marie
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11-01-2009, 02:44 PM
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3 Rivet Member
1966 26' Overlander
1963 24' Tradewind
1990 34' Limited
Cape Coral
, Florida
Join Date: Dec 2008
Posts: 227
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Our sympathies go out to you and your family. The good times you had are treasures and I'm sure there are moments when the sun was shining on him in just a certain way or his head was cocked quizically when he was trying to understand--those moments are captured forever.
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11-01-2009, 03:06 PM
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Moderator
Vintage Kin Owner
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Join Date: Jul 2007
Posts: 11,696
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Quote:
Originally Posted by centennialman
The love from Thunder was unconditional.
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That is so true and it makes the loss even tougher to take.
We're sorry for your loss Steve.
Regards,
Kevin
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"One of the best lessons I've learned is that you don't worry about criticism from people you wouldn't seek advice from."
William C. Swinney
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11-01-2009, 03:13 PM
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Rivet Master
1976 31' Sovereign
ozark
, Missouri
Join Date: Aug 2007
Posts: 1,040
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So sorry for your loss.....I feel you're pain
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11-01-2009, 03:30 PM
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4 Rivet Member
1978 Argosy Minuet 7.3 Metre
Dayton
, Texas
Join Date: Aug 2008
Posts: 313
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From all of us you have our prayers and thoughts......pet or not, Thunder was part of the family, and never easy to lose.....
Al, Julie and kids
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