Ruby and Tango

Ruby and Tango
Me 'n' Ruby and of course Tango

Saturday 3 November 2012

Goodbye summer

This morning I started putting away my summer clothes, I have finally accepted that I won't be wearing them again this side of Christmas. I had a few that had been ironed hanging behind the door in the spare room, just hoping I'd get another chance to wear them, pretty summer weight blouses, cotton T shirts, pastel coloured trousers, now all confined to the cupboard and labelled 'Do not disturb below a temperature of at least 75 deg.
I feel a sense of sadness this summer has now gone, as I feel that the door is closing on my memories, this was my last summer with Tango, When I realized some months ago that life was catching up with him, I prayed for one more summer, where we could go for our walks in all our old haunts and enjoy life a while longer, well I was lucky, I did have that last summer, such as it was, and as the days drifted by he too faded, I felt that with each leaf that fell, another little bit of his life was drifting back to where he came from.
I shouldn't complain, we had almost fifteen wonderful, happy years together, and our lives were filled with so much 'busyness' Having a dog in competition obedience is such a fulfilling experience, meeting so many other dogs and people is a way of life almost every weekend, training, learning and showing off our skills is just so satisfying, Their lives are much more rewarding than the average pet dog,  I do not mean that in a smug way, simply a fact.
He was good at our hobby, winning many prizes and getting to the top of the ladder, he gave me so much more than I could have wished for, But then when the end was getting near, his walks became a chore, though he tried to keep going he just couldn't give any more and I had no right to expect it, That is when I decided with a heavy heart to give him eternal rest.
We had a lovely conversation with his head on my knee lying on the carpet before the vets came. I still held him till he breathed his last.
Run free my little man, over Rainbow Bridge, find Jet your very best friend and have fun in the waves, say Hi to all my other lost dogs, and wait for me.
I'm sorry if I sound maudlin writing this, but I just had to put it down visually as it's been going round in my head and I want closure on it, though I will never, ever forget.






Thank you for visiting and please come back, Arlene, Tango and Ruby

14 comments:

  1. I'm crying as I do any time someone loses their fur friends. You gave him a full life and he loved you for it. He was precious and had such a precious face.
    RIP dear Tango.

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    1. Only someone who has owned, loved and lost an animal can truly understand the grief you feel, thank you so much Maggie.

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  2. Tango was such a handsome fellow. You had 15 wonderful years with him and you are entitled to your memories. May the happy memories sustain you and help you to be strong.

    HUGS!!

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    1. Thank you Beth, what he lacked in size, he made up for in looks and character. My head is full of memories, enough to last me another fifteen years.

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  3. Oh Arlene your tribute and feeling you spoke of Tango just brought tears to my eyes. It is a very good thing to be able to right about the passing of a dear friend and companion as Tango was to you. He was so blessed to have been raised by you and had his life filled to the brim with events and wonderful walks and most of all love. It's sad to see Arlene and Ruby's space only, but life does go on. May Tango's memories only bring smile to your heart. Hug Carrie

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  4. Thank you so much Carrie, I think you perceived what I was trying to say, it was like a watershed, the words had been going round and round in my head and I just had to get it out. Although it doesn't make the hurt go away, nothing can do that, it helps in coming to terms with his going, I still do and will have for some time, my black moments, but they get less and easier to cope with. Thank you all once again.

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  5. Couldn't agree more re I've always taken my dogs everywhere I can in between the obedience side and they've had experiences most dogs would never have unless perhaps they were working assistance/guide dogs etc. It is indeed a fulfilling life for them but makes the parting even harder because you build such a close bonding with them.

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  6. the parting even harder because you build such a close bonding with them.>
    Couldn't agree more Wolfie Thanks for visiting

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  7. Lovely picture's Arlene of Beautiful Tango what a handsome fellow great tribute. I find it hard to put into words my Loss. So I have thought of writing a little poem instead. Will publish soon..
    Thinking of you
    Hugs Sheila xx and to sweet Ruby.xx

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  8. I look forward to reading your poem Sheila, It's something I've done in the past for mine, And yes he was a handsome little lad, such personality too.

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  9. Hello Arlene. Reading this brought back memories of " Cherno " A great dog of mine who I still miss to this day. So I understand exactly where you are coming from. I feel your heartache I know the feelings that we feel when our dear furry friends pass away. My thoughts are with you.
    Kenny x

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  10. Thank you Kenny I appreciate your comment and understanding.

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  11. So sorry for your loss of Tango! They get right into your hearts the minute you pick them up and never leave it. Always there in mind and heart. An online Hug for you.

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  12. Thank you Terry, They're the best thing that can happen to a person, everyone should have a pup to love.

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