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Smokey, the dog, the first son and best friend.

Discussion in 'Personal & Emotional Support' started by Fightnfire, Feb 28, 2012.

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  1. Feb 28, 2012 at 6:05 PM
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    Fightnfire

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    Fightnfire [OP] Recklessly tired

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    Smoke.

    You rode with me in my truck from the day I picked you up in it. You were 8 weeks old and hated sitting in your seat. You flat refused. Instead, you would slowly inch your way over to mine resting your head on my lap.

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    Do you remember when you were about 4 months old and you stuck your head out the passenger window and helped me pick up that gal, the really pretty one in the cowgirl hat? I owe you for that bud .. I owe you.

    You started in the passenger seat, just you and me. We got into trouble together and we solved it together. A few years later you moved to the back seat, the new girl in town liked the passenger seat and ... well .. I hope you understand. At least she stuck around for 10 years huh? I know, we both love her now.

    Then three years ago you had to move to the other side of the truck, Aidan it seemed was safer in his car seat there. He roughhoused with you, pulled your tail, fell on you and teased you. You never growled or bit, ever. You just sat there and took it ... I know bud, we love him too.

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    Then a little over a year ago you had to move again. Your an old man now and riding in the back is hard on you. You don't like it and I don't like it. But, we agree it's not safe for Olin, Aidan or the girl back there. So you give up your seat again. But, there's no more seats. The house is busy now, it's loud. You put up with it, you love it.

    Your tail hasn't quit wagging in 12 years. I don't think it ever will. You've helped me through girls, jobs and losses. Now you have cancer, bone cancer, that's why you've been limping for a couple weeks. Not a strain, not a sprain. I'm sorry bud .. there's nothing I can do for you.

    Let's go to the river, have a few beers. We'll leave the other three home. You can sit in the passenger seat, both ways.

    [​IMG]
     
    Fightnfire, Feb 28, 2012
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  2. Feb 28, 2012 at 6:08 PM
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    03aztaco

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    i just gave my dog the biggest hug ever sry bro!
     
    03aztaco, Feb 28, 2012
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  3. Feb 28, 2012 at 6:08 PM
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    Taqoma

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    Taqoma, Feb 28, 2012
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  4. Feb 28, 2012 at 6:09 PM
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    CrazyCooter

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    CrazyCooter Hold My Beer!

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    Sorry to hear it man, hes sounds like hes a great friend.
     
    CrazyCooter, Feb 28, 2012
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  5. Feb 28, 2012 at 6:12 PM
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    crazyrzr85

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    crazyrzr85 So many b!tches, so little time...now back to TW!!

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    Ya this almost made me cry, like Marley & Me lol...gota love the pooches man!
    :pray:
     
    crazyrzr85, Feb 28, 2012
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  6. Feb 28, 2012 at 6:15 PM
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    TacomaPrime

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    sorry man. I can tell he loves you!
     
    TacomaPrime, Feb 28, 2012
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  7. Feb 28, 2012 at 6:17 PM
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    moto932

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    moto932 What's the matter, Colonel Sandurz? CHICKEN?

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    Luke I'm so sorry to hear about smokey. Sounds like you guys have had a fun trip together. Stay strong smokey! (you too luke)
     
    moto932, Feb 28, 2012
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  8. Feb 28, 2012 at 7:27 PM
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    Fightnfire

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    Fightnfire [OP] Recklessly tired

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    Thanks for the support guys, I just needed to type.
     
    Fightnfire, Feb 28, 2012
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  9. Feb 28, 2012 at 7:30 PM
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    OZ-T

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    OZ-T You are going backwards

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    I'm sad now
     
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  10. Feb 28, 2012 at 7:35 PM
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    I felt every word of that. My boy's 12 1/2 now. Not looking forward to beers down by the river.

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    MountainEarth, Feb 28, 2012
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  11. Feb 28, 2012 at 7:35 PM
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    Sorry to hear man, there is nothing better than a good dog! Take care!
     
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  12. Feb 28, 2012 at 7:44 PM
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    Leggo slow is smooth, and smooth is fast.

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    truly, mans best friend. Time heals.
     
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  13. Feb 28, 2012 at 7:48 PM
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    Soon...
    Got a little choked up on that story. Seems like you two have been through a lot together. Keep your head up and my thoughts are with ya
     
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  14. Feb 28, 2012 at 7:59 PM
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    The best friend that a person could ever hope to have. Hang in there man.
     
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  15. Feb 28, 2012 at 8:01 PM
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    dude.... :( :( :( :( :( :( :(
    i had to go hug my dog sorry to hear about that... :(
     
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  16. Feb 28, 2012 at 8:01 PM
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    I hear you Luke. My Yellow Lab Hunter has reached 13.5 years and I have had him since he was 6 weeks old and his health is changing quick. We have had a good run together from hunting ducks to just haging out at the lake together. Reading your message brought a tear to my eyes since I know were going to be headed to the river for a couple of beers and it going to be soon. Good Luck Smokey and Luke.
     
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  17. Feb 28, 2012 at 8:12 PM
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    Don't know what to say that hasn't already been said. Keep you in my thoughts/prayers.

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    Theres Nothing Like The Bond Between A Man And His Dog. Good Luck Smokey And Luke. Ill Be Praying For You Both
     
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  19. Feb 28, 2012 at 8:30 PM
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  20. Feb 28, 2012 at 8:41 PM
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    One of the only animals in the world that will always love you more then they love themselves.

    Hang in there man... It sounds like its been a great 12 years.
     
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