Ch. Diamond's Hotta Enchilada v. GodsGift
12/24/2008- 06/11/2011


   

In Memory of Ch Diamond's Hotta Enchilada V Godsgift aka "Pepper" aka "Jack"

by Gladys Roman Rosario on Tuesday, June 14, 2011 at 4:37pm

The Saint Family lost yet another Champion Saint this past weekend when Champion Diamonds Hotta Enchilada V Godsgift aka "Pepper," aka "Jack," crossed over the Rainbow Bridge - those of you who had the opportunity to know him and those of you who's lives he touched, in particular, Sharon, Marcus, Judy and his "Auntie Marian," know what a special boy he was. He wasn't with us for very long but then again it didn't take him long to win you over. Jack has left his "Paw Print," on the hearts of many, myself included.

There are no words to describe the pain & void that I'm feeling at the very Core of my being, truly he is "gone too soon!" My grief and tears are like the waves from the Ocean, building and breaking only to build and break again. I question as I am sure many of you have, "what if? why?" but my questions go unanswered and they do not lessen the pain nor will they help bring him back. "Jack's gone." I won't ever see his eyes light up again when I go into the kennel with a special treat, I'll never again be able to throw his squeaky toy and wait for him to decide if he wants to bring it back, he won't ever roll over on his back for a belly rub or chase his female kennel mates around the yard until he wore them out! But if I close my eyes I can smell his scent and picture him the morning he passed as he lay on the ground at my feet contently chewing on his silly raggedy old toy. I still see how he would look up at me with such unconditional love when I praised him for being such a "good boy Jack! And how passers by commented on "what a beautiful dog," he was.

Then as I recall how I was trying to make some sense of the sudden tragic turn of events and ultimately his loss, almost as though God had heard my prayers I received a phone call. At first consumed by despair I did not recognize the voice but it was a gentle and comforting voice and I thought, I should know this voice. "I was so distraught I thought my knees would buckle then I heard her say, "Gladys it's me Marian. I heard about Jack, It's okay, I'm right here." I was overwhelmed with grief yet again and I thought I would collapse! I poured out my soul to her and my tears would not stop. She quietly listened, then said, "Listen to me," she said ever so gently, "you know our pets are here with us for a reason. Each moment we spend with them they teach us something and we learn from them. We  know that Jack loved you and you loved him. Remember that always, and remember too that we are only human. We always wish we could have done more yet our pets understand that we do what we could given the circumstances and we do so out of love." She went on to say, "don't let Jack's passing be in vain, learn from it, continue to learn from it and continue to love because there will always be another for you to love and you have so much love to give. Jack would have wanted it for you. He knew you were a good mom and you have to believe you are too!"

I'm still processing what has happened and trying to understand and learn all I can about this lethal condition called "Bloat," that snatched "Jack," from my arms. I know it will take time, but I just needed to share this and say, "Thank you Marian," for reaching out to me/to us with your love. your heart and your words of wisdom! Thank you Marian, I love you and will forever treasure your friendship!

Thank you all for allowing me to share my grief in the Passing and Memory of Pepper Jack..........

       
  Ch. Ycehill's Mac v. World Top                        Ch. World Top's Gerda

                                               

    Samson                                    Woodhaven's Janai

       

 
Godsgift My Humvee          Int. Ch. Diamond's Fire Alarm     GodsGift Illyanna of Ham





"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 you heart.

Then you cross Rainbow Bridge together......

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