Tribute to my Spaniel Violet

My husband and I miss our dear chocolate spaniel Violet. She went away Veteran's day at ten a.m. I held her in my arms as she drew her last breath.

 

Tribute to my spaniel Violet

 

My Violet is dying, her strength ebbing.

Voice pulled inside, basking in the sun.

Stillness granted within Rest and quiet.

I

 know she will find death‘s blessing.

Autumn days calling, her spirit has run.

Within me lies her sweet presence keeping.

Not blind nor lame, only weakness shedding.

 

I remember her heading for fun, tail sweeping.

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she lived a four wheel drive kaleidoscope of energy

Chocolate Spaniel ecstatic “I love you” shebang.

if she could speak What would she say?

With peace and gratitude, “Remember me.”

  

Author's Note

How many of us have loved a pet and then were amazed at the hole left in our daily lives with their passing?

Reviews

[John the Baptist]

Those who think an animal is not a family member have never had one in their lives. I have had to have several pets put down to put them out their suffering, and each time was a bereavement. May your memories of Violet comfort you. Maybe there is another spaniel in your future.

[Kathy Van Kurin]

Pets are special. I was just thinking about the part that pets have played in the life of my family from the time a was a little girl. It's nice that you have had special friends like these in your life. Thanks for a caring review.
Blessings,
Kathy

[Patricia Wedel]

dearest Kathy... a lovely eulogy for your Violet...
so sweet and endearing. We had our Miniature Pincher
for seventeen years. She had a natural passing in our arms...
as she was "our baby" named Angel. There is always an
empty space in our life without her. Of course we enjoy
our children and grandchildren. However, a Pet is so
unconditionally loved also. Our grands have three dogs.
Treasure your memories. truly, Pat

[Kathy Van Kurin]

Pat,
I truly appreciate your response. We really come to know our furry ones as family. We have had kitties as well. I remember 'Violet' all over and in many ways.
Thanks again!
Kathy

[KWP]

I have Dodger, the Cocker Spaniel. He fills my heart with such joy. I am sorry for your loss of sweet Violet - oh man I cannot even imagine.
On a side note. There are so many stray dogs in Ecuador, but you wil be happy to know they are all treated so well. They look well. My heart bursts as they just want someone to take them in, but they ve on the streets which is as home as they will get.

[Kathy Van Kurin]

Oh my your dogie must be the best, yea Dodger the cocker spaniel. They are a great breed. Thanks for the response. It does help to hear other's experiences and feelings about their own pet-friends. It pleases me to hear. Anyway the Ecuadorian doggies running around on the streets..so sad. Bless you for sharing and for your caring heart.
Kathy

[h d e rushin]

my dad was brave. A war veteran who let me and my sister play with his medals and ribbons he won in valor. But the day his cat had to be put to sleep I saw in the corner of his eye a little liquid. He was hurting for an animal he had learned to get along with, to tolerate and then to love. Damn, this poem strikes home Kathy. "A pet is like a family member"..i heard this said at least a million times...And for the million and one times, it is true....thank you dearest for sharing this with us.....dana

[Kathy Van Kurin]

Your Dad was a special person. He gave of himself and served in a way few of us can really comprehend.. just say 'thank you.' I think it's great that he had a furry kitty friend to share his daily life. It does make a difference in a life. I appreciate so much your heartfelt response.
Bless you Dana.
Kathy

[S.zaynab.kamoonpury]

Wow shebang! Like that word always. Such a touching moving poem how you bravely let a fav longtime pet friend pass away. This poem you should frame in its memory as it's so beautiful and awesomely written in rhyming rhythm and flow. Kudos.

Pls pleez do review/ comment/ add your thoughts on my newest poem too

[Kathy Van Kurin]

Bless you in your kind and encouraging words. It is so nice. She was always such a good girl and a great friend.
Kathy

[Paul Bell]

Strangely enough, it was the dog lead hanging behind the door that brought it home.
Animals in some cases are more important than humans, they give, give, give.
Violet will be sorely missed I'm sure.

[Kathy Van Kurin]

I still have her collar. My husband Tim suggested I keep it. Her leash is still outside the back door. I agree. My dog and all of our dogs just want to be a part of our lives and share in it. Thank you Paul.
Blessings,
Kathy

[Pete]

i read how a beloved pet enhances our lives. they love unconditionally and are loyal. they speak in their own way as only an owner knows. can understand your sadness at the thought of her parting. this is sweet and cute as well as sad. wonderful tribute to her. blessings always ... :)

[Kathy Van Kurin]

We can count our blessings past and present. We must simply have eyes to see. I suppose its a choice. Thank you for reading and sharing.
Kathy

[emmajoy]

I have two dogs, had them for near enough eleven years.. they're two of my best buddies. Treated as dogs but somehow read my moods and more than some of the two legged friends I have. Their love is guided by instinct.. they know I love them without me saying the words. It's not that easy with human beings.

Your words are beautiful. Kathy, nothing less and so much more.

[Kathy Van Kurin]

emmajoy,
I believe that too.. human beings are wonderful but to have a doggie is such a special thing. They are so 'in the moment.' It's like, a person goes outside after our just seeing them and they are happy to see us 'again for the first time.' They are a blast that way. They just consider us 'their pack.' Thank you for leaving your comfort here. It is much appreciated.
Blessings as always
Kathy

[emmajoy]

You know where I am if ever.. ..

[Lea Sheryn]

A delicately written piece of love for a lost pet. Heartrenderingly beautiful.

[Kathy Van Kurin]

Lea Sheryn,
I like your description of delicatly written. We have our fur children in delicate every day moments of our lives. Times of reality they are our companions. Thank you so much for your reading and leaving a lovely response
Blessings,
Kathy

[Lea Sheryn]

You're welcome, Kathy. My pets are parrots. They are lovely companions.

[Kelly Scheppers]

Losing a pet takes a piece of your heart, every time. How I wish they were granted a longer life, in comparison to our own. Such a poignant and beautiful read, Kathy. I am deeply sorry for your loss.

[Kathy Van Kurin]

Kelly Scheppers,
Definitly they do not live as long as we would like. She was a sweet friend. I love what you said about a peice of our heart. I guess that is what they are for....our hearts. Bless you and thank you .
Kathy

[Ted Kniffen]

We too had an English Spaniel … a male named Chip. We had to put him down at 12 suffering from cancer.
Even now, thinking about him is bringing tears to my eyes.
We have a rescue now … he's 11 and starting to slow a bit. He's a mix of Shih Tzu and Boston terrier and real character.
Pets are good … missing them is normal … an unfortunate part of life.

Sorry for your loss Kathy.

[Kathy Van Kurin]

Thanks Ted,
I actually enjoy reading about others special furry friends. It is comforting somehow. Yes life goes on.
Thank you for your kind and helpful words.
Kathy