17 years ago Jim brought me home the BEST birthday present ever!!! A present that just kept on giving, until today when she gave her last breath. Our dear Belle, loyal friend and family member was loved to the very end. Andy (only 2 and 1/2 years older) held her tight and kissed her goodbye as he and Jim stood near while they put her to sleep. Andy patted her as her sweet spirit left. It wasn't until Jim and Andy went out into the lobby that tears flowed and flowed. When Jim broke the news to me after school, the tears flowed again. I know that Belle was my birthday present but Jim was her true LOVE! For 17 years Belle followed Jim around everywhere he went and slept by his side every night. Belle gave of herself freely to the entire family. While Jim worked graveyard shifts at Geneva, Belle kept me safe. When Olin was sick with asthma, Belle never left his side. When Andy was sad, Belle listened and when Karl tortured her Belle growled. We will forever miss our dear little Belle but feel it a privilege to have had her in our home. What a sweet little dog...Thanks for all you did for us Belle, we will miss you!!!
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I know how hard that is. I'm so sorry.
I am so sorry about Belle. I had not idea she was that old. What a sweet little dog. Love you guys!
Oh I'm so sad!!! I still remember when Jim brought her to your apartment at Alex's house. Lots of good memories with her. You can borrow Scout anytime!
We were just talking about her yesterday. She certainly was YOUR FAMILY!! I am so sorry. But what a life!!
Belle was the perfect addition to the family. What a sweetie! I'm so sorry.
Oh, you make me cry with that beautiful blog. We're sorry for you guys---she was so blessed to be in your home and be a part of your family! Don't forget, you'll see her again someday :)
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