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Just wanted to post a note about my friend Gail who just before Christmas, lost her dog Dainty and her four birds in a fire that left Gail homeless. Her Italian Greyhound, Dainty, was not only her beloved dog, but her best friend as well. Gail is terminally ill and depended on Dainty for love, emotional support, and so many other things. Dainty had a way of knowing when Gail was feeling down or ill and he would go to her and play and do funny things to make her laugh. The thought of losing her pets is bad enough, but when she thinks of how they died and how they must have suffered before dying, she really gets depressed and cries all the time. I'm hoping that you wonderful members of CFP reach out to her with some words of comfort so that I can print out your messages and take them to her, since she can't access CFP anymore due to her computer burning down as well. Thank you all and God bless. Martha (Missy's mom)
Posts: 102 | Location: Hollywood, FL, USA | Registered: June 27, 2002
Gail, this is Barbi. How I have missed seeing you around work. I'm so sorry to hear of what happened. I was in total shock when I heard the news of what happened, but thank God you were not hurt. The thought of losing a pet like that is horrible. I pray that God gives you comfort knowing Dainty is at peace at the Rainbow Bridge. Please know that everyone at work remembers you fondly always, for your bubbly and cheery personality. You are such a nice and sweet person. God bless, Barbi.
Posts: 6046 | Location: Florida | Registered: May 23, 2002
I am so sorry to hear of your loss .. This is a hard time for you but trust in God and he will help you though it .. Dainty is with God and you will see him again ..
Gail, my Heart and Thoughts go out to you during this very difficult time...I am so sorry to hear about your Precious Dainty....and your birds.... Dainty is an Angel at Rainbow Bridge watching over all the fur kids... Dainty will be reunited with you again....Once again I am so sorry....Hugs go out to you....
Posts: 969 | Location: Odessa, Texas USA | Registered: September 22, 2003
Hi Gail. I am so sorry for your illness, the fire and most of all the loss of your beloved Dainty!! Your have my most heartfelt prayers and sendingg you a ton of hugs also. Wish there was more that I could do to help.
Gail, I know right now you are going through a difficult time, but you have to let your faith in your lord help you through this, I'm so sorry to hear about your losses, It is a terrible thing to lose a pet, birds, and your home, just trust in the lord and know that Dainty and your birds are at Rainbow Bridge, playing, and one day you will see them again, Sending prayers your way Gail. A hug for you.
Posts: 8054 | Location: Concord,NC | Registered: August 01, 2003
Hi Gail I am sorry to hear that u are ill about the fire and ecspecially your poor dainty You will be in my thought's and prayer's You have to remember that dainty is still with u and always will be she is in your heart She would want you to remain strong I know u are hurting but just think of what she would want and u will find that she is still right there Holding your hand just because u can't see someone doesn't mean u can't feel them U are in my prayer's Michelle
Posts: 433 | Location: Virginia | Registered: August 11, 2002
Dear Gail, I'm so sorry to hear about Dainty, the birds and and the fire. You must be hurting so much right now. Not just loosing your home and everything in it but also loosing beloved pets. Just know you will be in my thoughts and prayers. Anna
Posts: 3505 | Location: Piqua,Ohio...USA | Registered: July 03, 2002
I'm new to this site. But anyone who loses their best friend, I know is hurting inside. I have lost 5 animals and its so hard, especially when you're attached. It may sound unthinkable, but i learned the best way to grieve, is to find yourself another great pet. although it seems like you're "replacing", you know deep down inside you can never replace a person or animal. but think of it more this way, you will see so many traits of your old pup coming out. it's almost like God sends half the personality along with your new friend to help you through it.
whatever you choose, i am sorry for your loss. i know it feels like part of you is missing, and i wish somehow we could all help you fill that void. take care and be strong and just remember how many people are here for you!
Gail, I am so sorry to hear about your loss. If I could trade places with you during this time, I would...I have lost three pets in the last 6 years, even though it was very hard, I came to a point when I could be so thankful for them having been in my life and the joy and love they gave me. That is something I will always treasure. I will pray for you during this time.
Posts: 81 | Location: McKinney, TX. USA | Registered: September 19, 2002
Gail, i didn't get to meet you (i only joined recently) but i hope i'll get a chance to. i'm so sorry about your loss and your illness i pray things will improve for you. i know there's nothing that can comfort you in this time, the pain of loosing a best friend is the same as loosing a child . so if you ever need someone to talk to,listen or if there's anything i can do for you this is my e-mail anony_mous_surfer@hotmail.com
i hope i'm not upsetting you by saying this but i want to leave you with this thought ...you probably heard that "all dogs go to heaven" - well this is where the saying comes from according to our faith (it's true believe it) clowns, jesters and all creatures that make others feel good go directly to heaven without passing any stops on the way. that means your birds and Dainty (who made you feel better) they DIDN'T pass hell on the way to heaven. you can be sure they DIDN'T SUFFER and now they are in the best place they can be.
maybe you should follow their example and make a new friend feel better by giving him/her a good home. (just a suggestion) my thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Posts: 1018 | Location: israel | Registered: November 03, 2003
Hi Gail, I'm sure that you miss your little ones very much, they become so important to us, they give us so much, and when they are not there it leaves and undescribable hole in our hearts. I believe that you may want to think about adopting and there by saving another dogs life. There are many rescues & shelters. I believe that when we hurt, if we came do good like adopting, it speeds our own healing. What ever your decision is do remember, that the Lord is there with you, and He LOVES you. He Created pets for our pleasure. I pray that your heart will heal quickly.
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Posts: 5009 | Location: Saint Johns Az. | Registered: October 25, 2003
So sorry to hear about the loss of your pets and your home. Just know that your precious pets are looking down on you, loving you just .... and missing you just as much. HUGS across the miles
Posts: 94 | Location: Melbourne, Victoria, Australia | Registered: October 30, 2003
I am so very sorry for your loss Gail. This can't be an easy time for you but know that you have a lot of friends who care about you. You will be in my thoughts.
Liana, Mickey, Sky & Rocket
Posts: 65 | Location: Canada | Registered: July 26, 2003
. so if you ever need someone to talk to,listen or if there's anything i can do for you this is my e-mail anony_mous_surfer@hotmail.com 
by giving him/her a good home.
(just a suggestion) 
Hi Gail, I'm sure that you miss your little ones very much, they become so important to us, they give us so much, and when they are not there it leaves and undescribable hole in our hearts. I believe that you may want to think about adopting and there by saving another dogs life. There are many rescues & shelters. I believe that when we hurt, if we came do good like adopting, it speeds our own healing. What ever your decision is do remember, that the Lord is there with you, and He LOVES you. He Created pets for our pleasure. I pray that your heart will heal quickly.
