Inspiring Photo: The Day Before Heaven-Ashe #1401756

The Day Before Heaven-Ashe [Contest Finalists November 2005]

Uploaded: November 01, 2005 13:06:58

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He was my companion and a piece of my soul left with him. He went on an adventure that didn't allow me to accompany him. He died drinking in the sun enveloped in its warmth while I held him. This is my tribute photo of a beautiful and loving soul; one that I will miss for my entire life.

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Anita Hogue November 01, 2005 0

What a beautiful tribute, Cindy! I have tears in my eyes for you. Wonderful capture! #336264

Roger Bernabo November 01, 2005 0

Your sentiment is felt and not merely read. A touching tribute for your true friend. #2021707

Debbie Del Tejo November 01, 2005 0

I know your pain and this is a beautiful tribute to him. There is not a day that goes by that I don't open my door and think of my Roxie there waiting for me wagging her tail and ready to listen to my tales of the day. They are such wonderful friends.........God bless you and comfort you in your sorrow. #2021708

Michelle R. Kovach November 01, 2005 0

Beautiful image & a wonderful tribute to your dear friend Cindy! #2021724

Cindy Paquette November 01, 2005 0

I thank you all. I'm not in the frame of mind to comment today; I wanted a forum to pay tribute to Ashe and we all know that BP allows for that. I hope to be back "in the groove" soon and I thank you for your words and support.

Cindy #2021758

Carla Metzler November 01, 2005 0

Cindy, my heart just cries for you. Beautiful tribute. #2021914

Donald K. Cherry November 01, 2005 0

Beautiful tribute to your lost companion, Cindy! I'm so sorry for your loss and know that I don't have the words to make you feel better, but I assure you that I will be thinking about and praying for you! Take care my dear friend! #2021987

November 01, 2005 0

may his pawprints be forever in your heart
what a loving tribute #2022036

Mary Dimitriw November 01, 2005 0

What a loving beautiful tribute Cindy. My heart truly feels your sorrow. #2022087

Colette M. Metcalf November 01, 2005 0

My heart goes out to you Cindy. What a beautiful tribute. #2022120

Leanne M.E. Boyd November 01, 2005 0

What a loving tribute to your friend, Cindy. Very sweet! #2022129

Adilson F. Ferreira November 01, 2005 0

Wonderful image and beautiful sentiment Cindy!!! #2022263

Kaye Burazin November 01, 2005 0

Cindy, my heart feels your pain, I am so sorry for the loss of your faithful companion. Ashe certainly was a beauty! #2022960

Terry L. Ellis November 01, 2005 0

I felt my heart was breaking as I read what you wrote and looked at this beautiful image of your beloved pet. I am truly sorry. This is a wonderful tribute and image, Cindy! #2023024

Alana Ibe November 01, 2005 0

This is so beautiful, and I am so sorry for your precious loss!! Our hugs and tears go out to you! Big blessings to you! #2023789

Marsha S. Smith November 01, 2005 0

Oh, Cindy! You know how sorry I am - this is so beautiful! #2023944

Holly M. Blattner November 01, 2005 0

What a gorgeous capture. I'm sorry for your loss. Weimaraners (I'm assuming this is his breed) have such beautiful souls. I have a Weim myself, and can't imagine the pain of losing him. #2024182

Anita Taylor November 02, 2005 0

What a heartfelt tribute to a true friend. Animals are the best companions. God Bless, Cindy. #2024423

Sue L. Cullumber November 02, 2005 0

Cindy, I know just how you feel. We lost our dog a few weeks ago - I know how hard it is. So sorry! #2024638

Sara And Dick November 02, 2005 0

We can't help but feel your pain. We have two wonderful weims and would be lost without them. As you may know our friend Marina died not too long ago and the memory of her lingers everyday. Besides the sentiment the image is a beautiful tribute to your loving friend. So as to not take our beloved friends for granted Dick and I hug and kiss Tonga and Tiki every morning when we leave for work and upon returning home let them know that we missed them and love them. We also kiss them goodnight and tuck them in. They are our kids and family and we know how empty you must be feeling right now. God bless you - Dick & Sara #2024663

Emily Wiebe November 02, 2005 0

Your tribute to Ashe was so eloquent and it brought tears to my eyes. I'm so sorry for your loss. Gorgeous capture! -EMILY #2025148

Angela K. Wittmer November 02, 2005 0

oh my gosh... I am so sorry. This is a beautiful tribute to a beautiful dog. I hope that your memories will last a lifetime............

#2027928

November 03, 2005 0

This is a wonderful tribute to your beutiful Ashe, iam so so sorry you had to lose him, although I am sure he will always be in your heart.
My best wishes and tears go out to you Cindy.
I hope I can give my little boy "Oscar" a tribute half as wonderful as this when his time comes...
Ange xx #2030816

November 03, 2005 0

This is a wonderful tribute to your beautiful Ashe, I am so so sorry you had to lose him, although I am sure he will always be in your heart.
My best wishes and tears go out to you Cindy.
I hope I can give my little boy "Oscar" a tribute half as wonderful as this when his time comes...
Ange xx #2030820

Laurence Saliba November 03, 2005 0

A VERY beautiful tribute Cindy!! So sorry for your loss. #2031217

Roxanne M. Bubar November 04, 2005 0

Cindy, I too have tears reading this and feel your pain. As any animal lover does. What a lovely tribute to a part of your family. He will always be with you. #2035378

Jenny Bosmans November 07, 2005 0

Wonderful tribute, Cindy!
The pain is hard to bear when you lose a great friend! I'm so sorry that you had to lose Ashe!! He will always be with you in your heart where ever you are!
I'm thinking of you and Ashe!! I just had to go through your gallery to look at your other beautiful images of him. #2045628

Kate Jackson November 09, 2005 0

I am so sorry Cindy! I do not know what to say but this is a most wonderful tribute. #2055464

Kara L. Hendricks November 10, 2005 0

Ohh my... I just came to your gallery to see what's new with Cindy... And I see.. I am so sorry for your loss.. I have lost only one special pet in my life and I don't want to do it again.. I identify with your pain and hope you feel up to posting again soon... I will keep you in my prayers that comfort come swiftly.. God Bless... #2058856

Cathy Barrows November 13, 2005 0

Cindy,
I hope this helps. It sure did when I lost my Maddie earlier this year.

Cathy

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

#2069766

Jennifer Rennison November 18, 2005 0

Stopped by your gallery and noticed this beautiful tribe to your cherished companion. I am so sorry for your loss. God Bless, Cindy. #2088961

Walter Graziano November 18, 2005 0

Sorry for the loss of one of the family, we eventually are all brought together again! God Bless! #2091083

Marcie A. Fowler November 20, 2005 0

So sorry for your loss Cindy. I know what a special part of your life Ashe was . . . still is through all the memories of him. I know how much it would hurt if I lost Freckles and I've only had her for less than a year. What a wonderful tribute to this precious animal Cindy!!! #2097718

Cindy Paquette November 21, 2005 0

Again,
To all of you a heartfelt thank you for your loving condolences. #2099317

Pamela Shane November 25, 2005 0

I am still teary eyed from this Cindy -
so touching a tribute to your soulmate.
He is watching over you still - everyday. I have 5 dogs, & they are my life, & my best friends. I feel your emotion. This is a BEAUTIFUL image -
the title sends chills up my spine.
Take care of yourself Cindy. #2119534

Ken Smith November 30, 2005 0

Cindy, so sorry to hear about your dog. We also have a dog that's really a family member. It's our first dog and she's 11 years old.
Although I don't know you, I feel I've traveled around with you, via Linda and Cathy's pictures. Coincidently, you were in Vermont the same time I was in New Hampshire. And Cathy and Linda live in Atlanta, which is where my parents and daughter are. #2135790

Colleen Braun December 03, 2005 0

cherish all the wonderful memories he brought to you... #2147740

Cindy Paquette December 03, 2005 0

Thank you so much. He's left such a big hole in my heart. #2147962

December 05, 2005 0

What a soulful face! #2155117

Colleen Braun December 20, 2005 0

congratulations... #2202268

Vicki Hunt December 20, 2005 0

Cindy, I am so happy this got finalist! Congrats! #2202357

Kate Jackson December 20, 2005 0

How wonderful for you that this one reached finalist Cindy! #2202481

Ken Smith December 20, 2005 0

Cindy, this is fantastic. Congratulations. #2202643

Anita Hogue December 20, 2005 0

I have tears of joy for this finalist! Congratulations, Cindy!!! #2202861

Adilson F. Ferreira December 20, 2005 0

Congratulations on this well deserved finalist Cindy!!!
A great tribute to your friend!!! #2202890

Linda D. Lester December 20, 2005 0

Such wonderful memories for you!!! Congratulations! #2203112

Kirsi Bertolini December 20, 2005 0

This is so much more than just a finalist stamp under a photo. Thank you for sharing. #2203378

Kara L. Hendricks December 20, 2005 0

Oh I am so pleased to see this among the finalists Cindy... Best of luck to you.. #2203678

Kaye Burazin December 20, 2005 0

Cindy I am more than pleased for you making the finals, now this is more than a keepsake for you. Sorry if it so darn bittersweet, but so well deserved! #2203963

Donald K. Cherry December 20, 2005 0

Congrats on this terrific high key finalist and wonderful tribute to your beloved companion of so many years, Cindy! #2204002

Darryl Wilkinson December 20, 2005 0

My sincerest congratulations are sent your way, Cindy! Best wishes my friend! #2204011

Terry L. Ellis December 20, 2005 0

Congratulations, Cindy, on this terrific tribute finalist! Well deserved! #2205573

Jill Flynn December 20, 2005 0

I am so sorry I did not see this sooner Cindy. Please accept my apologies for not commenting sooner. My heart goes out to you .... Your tribute is so beautiful and has brought tears to my eyes and a lump in my throat. It stirs up so many emotions that still to this day and after all these years makes my heart ache. You are one of the lucky ones ... to have been able to share you life with this soul, Ashe. I think they take a part of our heart with them when they leave. That way they always have a part of us with them. And that is why it hurts so much. But it is comforting to know where the missing piece or pieces are..... My deepest sympathies Cindy. #2205626

Cathy Barrows December 20, 2005 0

Congrats on your finalist...i'm so glad this won #2205745

Sharon Day December 20, 2005 0

Fantastic image, Cindy!!! Big congratulations! #2205816

Stephen Zacker December 20, 2005 0

I'm so glad this made it to the finals. Wonderful image of him. Congratulations #2206103

Cindy Paquette December 21, 2005 0

Thank you so much for your congratulations on Ashe's tribute image..thank you for seeing the beauty of his spirit and for sharing my loss of him right from the start; for your own stories and shared memories. This means more than finalist or anything else to me and it is for those things that I thank each of you.
Cindy #2206608

Laura Clay-Ballard December 21, 2005 0

AWESOME image. Congrats on this beautiful tribute to a GREAT dog! #2206706

Rakesh Syal December 21, 2005 0

CONGRATULATIONS!!! #2207797

Tammy Scott December 21, 2005 0

Congratulations on this beautifully touching finalist! #2208343

Darren K. Fisher December 21, 2005 0

I missed this beautiful image and tribute the first time around. Certianly deserving to be here and to go much further. Congrats on being a finalist. I am sure he is looking down on you today with a HUGE smile. #2208446

Deb Holmes-Hatfield December 21, 2005 0

I am so glad this got a finalist, congratulations to you Cindy! #2209287

Jenny Bosmans December 21, 2005 0

I think I see Ashe smiling, Cindy :)!!
Not only because he's among the finalists, but because he will always be in our hearts!!
Congratulations!!
#2210332

Stan Kwasniowski December 21, 2005 0

Cindy, Congratulations #2210368

Goshka G. December 21, 2005 0

Big congrats, Cindy!! #2210707

Jennifer Rennison December 23, 2005 0

This image speaks from your heart, such a special tribute, congratulations on this finalist, Cindy!! #2214889

Jill Odice January 01, 2006 0

There is almost nothing sadder then losing a friend like this one obviously was to you! What a beautiful dog, now you have him as your guardian doggie angel :-) A wonderful tribute and I am so happy for you that it was picked as a finalist! Happy 2006 Cindy! #2239758

Cindy Paquette January 01, 2006 0

Laura, Rakesh, Tammy, Darren, Deb, Jenny, Stan, Goshka, Jennifer and Jill...thank you so very much, for you wonderful and thoughtful, kind and caring comments.
Jill: I hope so...I miss him so very, very much. #2240252

Toni Hopper January 16, 2006 0

Cindy, I was going back over old email discussions and clicked on the link for your gallery. This is such a touching tribute. Thank you for sharing your photos of your wonderful dog! He's your angel watching over you now, you know! #2292865

Lori Carlson January 19, 2006 0

Cindy, this is a beautiful photo made even more touching by your words. And what a wonderful way to help you in your healing. This shot gets ya right to your soul. Happy to see this tribute shot get this recognition. Peace to you. #2304582

Gail Vitikacs January 21, 2006 0

This is a warm and loving tribute Cindy, and it is wonderful it made the finalist...Big Congratulations on this beauty! #2314051

Laurence Saliba January 21, 2006 0

Congratulations Cindy!!! I am sure you are extra happy with this finalist!!!! #2314215

Carla Metzler January 21, 2006 0

I am so pleased, Cindy, to see this keepsake image, and loving tribute among the finalist. Congratulations, my friend! Best wishes in the next round, too! #2317050

Alana Ibe January 21, 2006 0

Congratulations Cindy! Blessings upon you! This loving tribute has blessed us all! #2318121

Daniel Diaz January 22, 2006 0

I missed this one earlier Cindy, so sorry for your loss, your touching words has shown us all how special he was, Such a moving tribute and now a worthy finalist!! #2320947

Rakesh Syal January 22, 2006 0

So sorry for your loss, Cindy!!! I can see a winner in this image!!! #2321049

Pat Gamwell January 22, 2006 0

When our animals die, some people say, "Oh, it was JUST a dog/cat!" The truth is, they become one of our "children", humanlike in every way in our minds & hearts. When they die, the pain we feel is right up there with loosing a family loved one or friend! Those who have not experienced the love & joy we receive from a pet, will never understand the depth of loss. Yes, time helps heal...but he will forever be in your heart. Isn't that wonderful? #2322343

Cindy Paquette January 22, 2006 0

Toni, Lori, Gail, Laurence, Carla, Alana, Daniel, Rakesh, and Pat...thank you so much for your lovely words on this very special image of Ashe. However, this image was a finalist for last month. It will always be my special and soulful image of my beautiful and loving friend whom I still so deeply miss. Thanks again you guys.
Cindy #2322978

Suzy Betancourt February 12, 2006 0

First of all congratulations for your accomplisment and recognization on this photo. Wow, he is a great model and a lovely photo.

Suzy #2409841

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