I caught this sweet smile on camera just last Thursday. It breaks my heart to share that we lost this little member of our family over the weekend. I’ll admit I wasn’t going to post about this because facing this reality is very hard. Bentdiggity has been a part of our lives for the past 12 years, and the day he came home with my sister and Dad is as vivid as yesterday. Time sure slipped away from us too fast. My heart is heavy, but it is full of treasured memories.
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Sorry. I believe that our little animal friends that left us along the way still stay with us and surround us everyday. I can imagine your heart is heavy. I will think of you guys and Bentley.
All my thoughts are for you and your little Bentley Boy dear Cindy, sad day today, as my beloved Kiffer at “We three ginger cats” died today too.
Oh Cindy, I am so sorry! Such a sweet boy, and I know how hard it is to let him go. My prayers are with you.
Cindy, So sorry to hear about your loss. Our furry little friends grow to be such an important part of our families. My thoughts are with you and your family.
Our pets become such an intrinsic part of our lives and we miss them so much when they’re gone. So sorry!
Cindy, I’m so sorry to hear about your loss. It’s so hard to lose our furry friends. I always wonder why I get them when it’s time they have to go as it hurts so much to say goodbye. A few years ago I lost two cats and a dog within a year and a half of each other and now I have another dog and four cats! Take time to heal and remember your beautiful dog.
Oh Cindy…I am so sorry for you. Bentley shared a wonderful life with you and your family, and you will carry that in your heart.
Oh Cindy – I am sorry! Come here and let me give you a real big hug! I know how much it hurts. I will carry you in my thoughts…
Aw Cindy, their lives are far too short. What a sweet picture of Bentley in the sunshine. I’m sure you will have many many fond memories of him.
I’m so sorry. Our pets become members of our family and it’s so hard to lose them.
Im so sorry Cindy! Yes their lives are so very short just a whisper it seems. And their love and joy is Heaven sent. We have my Sons pug here and I sometimes look at him age 7 and know think he wont be around so many more years, and it hurts. I believe Cindy that one fine day we will see all the animals we ever loved. Yes I do. I believe he is waiting on only just ahead! Many huggs oxo
Cindy, I am so sorry for your loss. That’s a fabulous photo! I just love Westies! I hava a mini schnauzer who is getting up in age and I dread the day we have to say goodbye to her. My thoughts are with you and your family.
Cindy, I’m so sorry to hear about your dear Bentley. I know the feeling well, I’ve been there. You’ll carry him in your heart forever and there he’ll be happy.
so sad for you and your family, cindy! what a cutie the little guy was. i know your heart is heavy as i was there almost a year ago when my presley left our lives. remember the good times and celebrate the joy he brought to your home! ((hugs))
oh, Cindy, I am so sorry to hear about your sweet pup. Hugs to you and all your boys.
Oh, Cindy,
My heart is soooo heavy for you…I am giving you a big hug right now.
xoxox
Cindy,
I too lost a faithful friend of 14 years about a month ago. I still look for her as I drive up the driveway. I miss the eyes that seemed to understand all I was feeling and the tender nudge for a well deserved pat. I will be thinking of you.
Debbie
Sweet Cindy,I am so sorry to hear about Bently.
OOPS…I wanted to add that I am thinking of you and your family and I think your right..time does go by way to fast.Big hugs,Cat
so sorry for your little dog..
It just tears out our hearts when we lose one of our furry friends. Have you heard that story about Rainbow Bridge? It is really heart-warming about how our beloved critters are in a wonderful place having fun with each other. When us “parents” leave this earth, we cross over the Rainbow Bridge and our precious babies are there waiting for us and running to greet us. I truly hope that is how it is. Heaven just could not be heaven without our creatures. Sorry about your loss.
Marcy
Oh Cindy… I am so so so very sorry for your great loss. Please know that I am thinking of you. Take Care.
You already got my email, but I’ll say it again – I understand and I’m here for you.
I’m sorry. I know what it feels like. At home we have seven loved and pampered cats. They are a sweet and important part of our home and daily life.
Oh Cindy, I am so sorry to hear that…*hugs*
What a sweet, sweet baby boy.
I’m so sorry to hear about your loss-Losing a pet is just as painful as a human family member!
My heart is with you and your family.
Oh Cindy, I am sooooo very sorry. I wish we lived closer so we could give each other hugs. Your precious Bentley will always be in your heart, that never goes away. I can promise you that. There are no words to comfort the pain I know you are experiencing. Twelve years is just not enough. My heart goes out to you and your family with the warmest of thoughts and love. Every day will get easier. Lots of love, Riki
Thank you every one for your words of comfort. I really appreciate you sharing your thoughts and virtual hugs.
Oh, Cindy, I’m so sorry to hear that. Losing a beloved pet hurts so much. Virtual Hugs from Cologne, Stefanie
Cindy, My heart goes out to you. Our darling pets are such members of our families. Please be assured that the memory of the joy he brought to you will always remain, but your current saddness is temporary. I speak from experience as my little man ‘Foobie’ left a few years ago. I am certain that these two boys are now playing together. With love, Linda
Cindy,
I’m so sorry to hear about Bentley. Time goes too fast! My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family!
Love,
Jennifer
I am so sorry you lost your beloved Bentley. I know that our pets are a big part of our families, and losing them can be devastating. Our cat, J.D., has been with us for 14 years…longer than my youngest son! I know that one day he will no longer be with us, but I know that he has brought great joy and laughter to our lives. I am sure that Bentley brought the same joy to you and your family. Treasure his memory.
Oh Sweet Friend,
I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your beloved Bentley. I know that heartbreak & I hope those wonderful memories fill your heart with peace. I also hope the boys are doing ok…I know my Grandson had quite a hard time intially, but now understands where God & the angels are.
Big hugs friend,
Susie
Little Mama,
I know how the whole families heart hurts. But it is working through the pain that allows us to come out the other side with a greater understanding of who we are. I’m glad you were able to share this pain with your bloglandian family. These wounds to our soul is like a wound to your body. If you wrap it up tight never letting the healing light and air in the wound will only worsen like an infection does. maybe you guys could have a Bentley celebration Fix cupcakes and drinks. Then everyone can share their stories about Bentley and how much they loved him and that they will miss him and how bad their hearts hurt. Maybe make scrapbook pages or each family member can make a “chapter” in the Bentley Memoirs. You are the mom of a family of boys, they need you to teach them that it’s okay to feel the way they do, but more importantly it’s okay to talk about those feelings.
Take care little mama, I send you all the positive chi I have and I will keep you and your little family in my thoughts. Be patient with yourself and remember to take care of you and your heart also!!
Pattie 😉
Mazatlan Mx.
I’m sorry that you lost your beloved Bentley. It’s been a long time since I’ve lost a pet, but I still remember how awful it feels.
oh I’m so sorry for your loss Cindy. Sending HUGS your way…what a sweet little face. Some people who don’t have furbabies don’t understand just how hard it is losing a family member furry or not they hold a special place in our hearts and memories. So sorry 🙁