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Old May 15th, 2007, 05:52 PM
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May 15, 2007 1:15pm

My Dear Sam I am,
I held you in my arms today and kissed the top of your nose for the last time. I gently stroked your body and thanked you for your months of unconditional love. This was my final gift to you. I owed this to you and will forever remember your silly smile when being stroked, the gentleness of your eyes when having a good belly rub or ear scratch, and your bounding greeting when I returned home. You were my constant shadow and I will greatly miss you. I thank you for all the memories. Sleep peacefully now and play in fields of flowers pain free.
You were loved.
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I started rescue as the result of the death of my young Berner Teddy. Through the few years that I did Berner rescue, I tried to give back what Teddy had given me in his few short months. Today was probably the hardest day since the death of Teddy. Having to make this decision for Sam was and is devastating. A little piece of my heart went with him today. This has caused me to pause and reflect on where I go from here. I will take some time to heal and perhaps a path will come to me as it did when Teddy died. Maybe a new chapter is to begin where others like Sam can be helped before they get to rescue. I’m not sure. But wherever the path leads, it will always have a Berner along it and an angel to watch over it.
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Old May 15th, 2007, 05:54 PM
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I'm sooo sorry, BMD. :sad: :sad: Will you ever know what happened? Maybe Sam just got his share of happiness and let go? :sad: Oh, it's just so terrible. :sad:
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Old May 15th, 2007, 05:58 PM
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yeah this is truly sad :sad:
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Old May 15th, 2007, 06:05 PM
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omg, I wasn't expecting this, this is so sad. I'm so sorry. :sad: You did so much for Sam, but at least , he past away with dignity, because of you. Rest in peace dear Sam.
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Old May 15th, 2007, 06:07 PM
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oh this is so terribly sad... be at peace little angel, put those demons to rest and watch over your human angel BMD...

you did everything beyond the call of duty and love for this sweet boy... and he knows this. he will never leave your side.
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Old May 15th, 2007, 06:19 PM
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I'm so sorry BMD....this is terrible news indeed...
I wish there was more to say to ease your pain...
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Old May 15th, 2007, 06:23 PM
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This is so so sad. :sad: :sad:
I am so sorry for what you are going through, but you really did so very much for this sweet boy.
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Old May 15th, 2007, 06:27 PM
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I am so sorry to hear this, BMD. All the love you poured into Sam and the new lease on life you gave him...and he echoed it all back to you...he'll be with you always. Sam I Am

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Old May 15th, 2007, 07:00 PM
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I dont know what to say, Im in shock.
Peace be with you Sam.

BMD, thank you for all you have done for him, you were his angel and now he will be forever yours.
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Old May 15th, 2007, 07:03 PM
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wow, I am so sorry..
Sam you are in a better place, and free of pain...
Please say hi to bear for me, he will lead you to where you need to go.
BMD I am so sorry, you have done so much for him
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Old May 15th, 2007, 07:11 PM
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BMD, I'm so sorry for what you are going though Tears are rolling down my checks while I write this message, this is a turly sad day :sad: and as time passes hopfuly the pain you feel now will ease
you are an giving everything you have to Sam, and knowing that he is not in pain and running free will give you comfort.
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Old May 15th, 2007, 07:21 PM
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Our sympathies to you and your family BMD. What sad news for everyone who got to know and love Sam I AM, whether it be in person or through the stories you have shared of him. Though brief, his life was filled with love, stability, and finally compassion. Rest in peace now Sam, you will truly be missed.
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Old May 15th, 2007, 07:37 PM
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BMDLuver, you are truley a gift to this world, and the needy dogs who cross your path. I can't even imagine how hard today was on you, but rest assured that Sam's life was fullfilled in the end - happy, loved, cared for, and truley at home.

my thoughts are with you and yours during this sad time.
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Old May 15th, 2007, 07:58 PM
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I'm so sorry BMDLover :sad:
I've followed Sam's story from the first terrible photos of him and watched him heal inside and out. You gave your all to Sam and I hope you are peaceful knowing that he left this world truly LOVED.
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Old May 15th, 2007, 08:04 PM
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OH BMD, how sad for you and your family. Sam had the best months of his life while he was with you and passed away loved. RIP Sam.
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Old May 15th, 2007, 08:10 PM
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UNbelievable. UNfair. BMD-L, my heartfelt sympathies, you gave him his happiest days. One thing is certain, he was supposed to be with you at the end; if he had to go, he was in the right place.
RIP Sam, we'll miss your goofy face.
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Old May 15th, 2007, 08:20 PM
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about Sam.

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I AM FREE

Don't grieve for me, for now I'm free
I'm following the path God laid for me
I took His hand when I heard Him call
I turned my back and left it all.
I could not stay another day, to laugh,
to love, to work or play.
Tasks undone must stay that way
I've found that peace at the close of the day.

If parting has left a void, then fill it
with remembered joy.
A friendship shared, a laugh, a kiss,
Ah, yes, these things I too will miss.

Be not burdened with times of sorrow
I wish for you the sunshine of tomorrow.
My life's been full, I savored much
Good friends, good times,
a loved one's touch.

Perhaps my time seemed all to brief,
Don't lengthen it now with undue grief.
Lift up your hearts and share with me,
God wants me now, He set me free.

Race to the bridge Sam
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Old May 15th, 2007, 08:41 PM
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I'm speechless and in shock...I was hoping you just chose the wrong thread...My condolences to you and your family. Your heart is 1 inch bigger today. You will always mean everything to Sam and he will always be in your heart.
RIP Sam
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Old May 15th, 2007, 11:21 PM
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Sam, my one and only Sam.

How can it be that 72 hours ago, I saw you for the first time since you had left my care, and for the very last time.

I was so thrilled knowing I was going to see you again, big and happy and furry ! I never thought I would ever be so glad to see hair on a dog's body. I had only known you naked and crusted and skinny. And there you were, huge and black and oh so beautiful !

Plans were laid, you were coming back here in foster care, and I was so happy that I was gonna have you with me again.

Now you are gone and I can't help thinking that YOU wanted to see us again one last time. Surely this can't be just a coincidence. And this is how you are, my Sam. You show up unexpectedly on the road one Summer day, hard to say you had ever been a Berner. And 10 months later, on this most terrible day, you leave just like you came.

From this:



To this:





To us, transformed forever.

Je t'aime, mon SamSam.
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Old May 15th, 2007, 11:26 PM
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BMD I'm so sorry for your loss, Sam was loved in this life and he will continue to be loved in the next. You are an amazing person for loving him as much as you did, and he will wait for you at the rainbow bridge.
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Old May 16th, 2007, 01:06 AM
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Tears are rolling down my face as I read this. Thanks so much for loving Sam and giving him the loving home that he so richly deserved. I'm sure the pain of his loss is impossible right now and I hope you take comfort in knowing what joy and grace you brought to his too short life.

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A man's dog stands by him in prosperity and poverty, in health and sickness -
He will sleep on the cold ground where the wintry winds blow and the snow drives fiercely, if only he may be near his master's side.
He will kiss the hand that has no food to offer,
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When riches take wings and reputation falls to pieces,
He is as constant in his love as the sun in its journey through the heavens.

RIP Sam .
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Old May 16th, 2007, 03:11 AM
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BMD I am so sorry for you loss, Sam was a very special boy and I am glad he had his time with you and knew love before he had to go.
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Old May 16th, 2007, 03:12 AM
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BMD I am so sorry for you loss, Sam was a very special boy and I am glad he had his time with you and knew love before he had to go.
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Old May 16th, 2007, 04:56 AM
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BMD Luver and Iverness I am sorry your hearts are hurting, you both are heros and I Thank You so much for loving and caring for Sam.

May God Bless You both many times over for everything you do for animals in need. Your unselfish dedication in helping Sam heal will never be forgotten. Sam will always be gratefull for tasting life and feeling the true love of humans because of you both.

Take Care of Yourselves during this difficult time,
You both are in my thoughts and prayers
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Old May 16th, 2007, 04:56 AM
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BMD i'm so sorry. Sam.
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Old May 16th, 2007, 05:46 AM
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Sam I am

I am so sorry. Thank you to everyone who helped Sam these past months.
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Old May 16th, 2007, 09:08 AM
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poor Sam. At least you knew a time of peace and love in your life and that not all humans would abandon you when you needed them.

I'm so sorry BMD and Inverness. My heart goes out to you.
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Old May 16th, 2007, 09:16 AM
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I'm so sorry BMD and Iverness and I understand your pain - we all do.

I wish you my deepest condolences as well as courage and strength in this terrible time. sweet Sam.
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Old May 16th, 2007, 09:29 AM
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Oh no! I'm so so sorry BMDlover. It is so sad that sweet Sam is no longer here, but you now have another very special guardian angel looking out for you. Sweet Sam and many hugs to those who's lives you touched because they miss you so
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Old May 16th, 2007, 09:39 AM
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BMD and Inverness, I m so so sorry for what you must be going through right now. Sam will deffinitely be looking down on you from heaven now, keeping watch.
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