Lady AnnaBelle crossed Rainbow Bridge

[TheHutches]

I write this with the saddest of hearts. Our little girl, Lady AnnaBelle has crossed Rainbow Bridge.

Many of you know about her brave fight this last week. Yesterday was a fabulous day. We heard her bark and growl, saw her run and lay in the sun, and of course smiled as she begged for morsels as we celebrated Thanksgiving. She gave us one more day. It was beautiful.

She had some complications this morning... of which I cannot bear myself to retell... and left our world at about 1:45pm.

You can read some of our fight in this thread:

Lady AnnaBelle's fight (http://www.dachsie.org/vbb/showthread.php?t=34765)

Thank you again to everyone for your support... your hugs, prayers, and rayz.

Lady AnnaBelle's Dogster (http://www.dogster.com/pet_page.php?i=162316)

Rest in peace, my beautiful baby girl.
May 29, 1999 - November 24, 2006

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[zoeysmom]

I am so very sorry. I am glad you all had a good day together yesterday. One last gift your baby gave you.

Godspeed AnnaBelle. Hugs to your hooparents

[ND_Mom]

I feel truly sorry for your loss-I am in tears right now. I so prayed for a miracle. Oh may Little Annabelle be at peace and running free once again. I am sad though!:hearts:

[Heidi's Pam]

Oh, my heart breaks for you and I have tears in my eyes typing this :sad2:. I'm so sorry for the loss of sweet Lady AnnaBelle, and you must be in shock right now. Please try to comfort yourselves knowing that you did everything possible for her and also that she enjoyed a wonderful day with you yesterday. Please lean on us now - we're here for you and I hope in time that your sadness at her loss will ease and you will remember all the fun times that you shared with her. There will be a :candle15: lit at my house tonight to help LadyAnnaBelle over the Bridge. She is pain-free and watching over you now.

[kpm_tex]

I am so terribly sorry for your loss.. I had hoped and prayed, like everyone else, for a better out come. :candle: My prayers are with your and your husband ... we have all had to suffer this type of loss and we sympathize deeply with what you are going through.

[missmolly]

I'm so sorry about Lady Annabelle she was a fighter .Be happy knowing you had a wonderful Thanksgiving with her . Remember all the good times you had with her .

[Lambygyrl]

I am so sorry to hear that you lost your sweet Lady Annabelle. :hug2: for you, and :candle: for your sweet :angel:

[MomToMazzy&More]

:candle: for Lady AnnaBelle. I am so very sorry to hear this. I know she fought a tough battle. I know how thankful you are that you did spend one last good day with her. Hold that in your heart & all your special memories of her. Take care & my prayers are with you.:0204:

[Joyce]

So very sorry to hear about your loss. I know how difficult it is, sending :hug2: for you and yours.

[Schatz's Mom]

I too am writing this with tear filled eyes. Losing one of our babies is always so hard. A :candle: to light AnnaBelle's way to the bridge.

[Lexi's Mama]

:sob: So very sorry to hear about Annabelle. We were all really pulling for her. I hope you can find peace knowing that she is at peace and happy well again at the Rainbow Bridge. She sure was a fighter. Will keep you in our paryers tonight.:Candle_4: will burn for her. God Bless.

[stacicakes]

I'm so sorry! Annabelle fought a hard battle and I'm glad yesterday was a special day for you. Cherish your memories of your beautiful little girl and know now she has peace and is no longer in pain.:angel7: :candle: :0204:

[HnkyTnkGrl85]

:sob: I'm so sorry to hear about your loss. I somehow missed your other post. :0204: You'll be in our prayers tonight. :angel7: :candle:

[Camilla]

I am so very sorry for your loss. I was following her struggle since your first post about her fight. I'm grateful that she gave you one last day of Thanksgiving. Again, I'm so sorry.

[beausmom1]

I am so sorry! Good that she had a great day with you before she crossed, she is so beautiful....my prayers are with you :hug2:

[Orchid Crazy]

I'm so very sorry. I too am writing with tears in my eyes. I had no idea, just read the pages and pages of your battle. I am so sorry for you and hubby. May Lady AnnaBelle be in peace!

[Rusty's mom]

I am so very, very sorry to hear about your sweet Lady AnnaBelle. Here is a candle to light her way to the Rainbow Bridge where she will wait for you:candle: :candle: :candle: :candle: Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers. Please stay in touch with us.

kathy

[LUVMYGUNNER]

Sorry to hear this. :candle:

[doxunzX3]

Oh it is so hard to lose our precious puppers. Your in my mind and heart. I am so glad that you have a special day with wonderful memories. :can:pray: :please: :0204: :grouphug: dle:

[fdcutee]

I am so sorry to hear of your loss of your sweet lil' Lady Annabell..... :candle: to light the way for her. :hug2:

[vferraro99]

I am so sorry to hear about Annabelle's passing. She was doing so much better, I thought she was going to pull through... :sad2: but it was not to be :sosad: :sosad: I'll light a :candle: :candle: for her and for you and your family. :hug2: :hug2:

[A_Dachsie_Mom]

I have been checking the board every couple of hours in the last few days to read updates on your little girl's health. I was really keeping my fingers crossed that she would be ok. I am so sorry to hear that she didn't make it. My thoughts are with you and your husband tonight.

[longtimecouple1]

I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Lady Annabelle fought a good fight, it just wasn't meant to be I guess. I was so hoping to check today and find a positive update. Please know my thoughts are with you, I've been there. It's not easy, but knowing you gave her a wonderful life should ease the pain a bit. Lighting a :candle: to guide her to the bridge.
Eileen

[Ellie]

I'm so sorry you lost your precious little one. My thoughts and prayers are with you and yours tonight.

[Tucker's Mom]

I am so very sorry to read of your loss of Lady Annabelle. God Bless you for all you did for her. She was truly a beautiful baby.

[Julian&MistyMom]

Oh my deepest, heartfelt condolences to you and Lady Annabelles's daddy. I'm so very sad for you. Your baby was truly blessed to have such loving and devoted parents during her time of need. This is just gut wrenching news and again, my prayers and thoughts are with you. I'm so sorry.

[Melisande]

Words are never really enough, but I am so sorry for your loss, and pain. I wish I could give you guys a big hug, I'm so sorry... Annabelle fought so hard. I know she is waiting for you now at the bridge. :candle:

[dutchman]

My hear goes out to you. At least she gave you a special last day together before her body failed her. Pleas lean or cry on our shoulders as needed.

[doxiekeeper]

So terribly sorry.:candle:

[gunther's mom]

I am so very sorry to hear of your loss. But I am glad she had a good day before her day of passing, and spent it with those she loved so very much. You tried so very hard, and may that be a comfort to you. And may all our puppers meet at the Bridge someday.

[TheHutches]

I fell asleep with her blanket last night. I woke up at 5am and of course couldn't fall back asleep. I was at the other side of the house when the bawling ensued... I woke Chris up in seconds. There have been so many bad moments. Her toys are everywhere. Wherever we look, there is something to remind us of her. The house seems empty.

Our Siamese is already mourning her. Isis is just over a year older than Anna and has always watched over her. Yesterday morning, when Lady Anna Belle was having her issues, Isis would cry right along with her. Last night, Isis did so many strange things. She ate some of the remaining food in Anna's dish. She has never done that. In fact, she is quite the finicky eater. Then when we finally decided that we should eat something... we were in the kitchen and I dropped a morsel on the floor. I have a habit of saying "whoops" when that happens and that was Anna's cue. Well... all of a sudden, this crazy cat came running in, talking all the way and ate that damn piece of food on the floor. We were in shock - again never. We were laughing & crying all at once and then in the middle of it, Isis was in my way and I accidentally called her Anna Belle.

My vet is wonderful... my parents & I started going there about 25 years ago. We have orders from them to get a new baby soon. We're already being told about litters of dachsies. Chris...my fiance not hubby... but we've been together for so long that people always call him my husband... anyway he is ready for another. There's nothing like another doxie to mend your heart. I'm not sure, the concept seems so strange to me. I just want my Anna Belle back.

[MyMaisy]

My deepest sympathies for your loss. You'll be in my thoughts and prayers. Annabelle was truly blessed to have such a loving family in her life!

[ND_Mom]

My heart so goes out to you. Your struggle with Lady Annabelle has really had a profound affect on me. I share in your your grief and pain. I can only imagine how your home now feels. But pray because God has blessed you and Lady Annabelle and she is in God's arms now. We can only dream of how warm that embrace is and Annabelle is glowing in it. Hold that picture in your heart! And know you did everything for her and have set such a loving example of how to care for God's sweet creatures. May God bless you always. Love-Carolyn and Angel

[zoeysmom]

AnnaBelle was clearly a much loved family member, and I'm very glad to hear that when the time is right you'll let another furbaby into your heart.

Everyone is a little different when it comes to when is the right time...I don't know how you find the right balance as to timing when there are two of you. It's OK to give yourself a little time to grieve the loss of Anna Belle before you bring your next furbaby home. I remember when I said goodbye to Sadie, I had kind and well meaning friends who told me about someone they knew who had puppies. But like you with Anna Belle, I just wanted Sadie back. A new puppy does help (some) but I still spent time after Zoey came home holding her and crying for Sadie. Losing a family member is painful, and some things just take time:( Only you can know when you're ready to a become hoomom again.

[LUVMYGUNNER]

Adding another fur baby when you are ready does not mean you did not mourn her. I think it is an honor to Annabell, to want another doxie so soon to love. I don't know if I could stay with out a little guy underfoot if something happened to one of my babies.
Have you thought of checking out rescue they have some great little guys and not all of the are seniors.
Annabelle had 2 wonderful parents and we could tell from your posts how much she was loved.:hearts: Please do stay on the board for comfort.

[Ruthi]

I feel your heartbreak! I would like to add my tears to yours!:sob: Candles to light your Lady's way! :Candle_4: :Candle_4: Please accept my condolences even if I'm a little behind! She was a sweetie and loved you as much as you loved her.I'm glad you both had a good day before she crossed.What a lovely memory even at this sad time.

[Mark]

We're so sorry. :( And that last day sounds alot like Wimpy's last day, as told in his memorial.

Many of the DBBers have had such a loss and we *get it* . . . even though most folks do not.

If you need any of us . . . we are *right here* . . . with you and for you.

[Heidismom]

I am so sorry for your loss of the Lady Annabelle. I lost three dachsies within 10 months of each other and am down to one, so I definitely understand where you are. I know she was greeted at the Rainbow Bridge by so many of our beloved furkids, who will show her "the chewies"...

[Irminsul]

I am so very sorry for your loss. Your heart must be broken. I am glad you got one more good day with her. We are all here for you!:hug2:

[graci67]

I am so sorry for your loss! I cant imagine how you must feeling right now. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. A :candle: will be lit to remember precious lady Annabelle.

[Cocoa and Me]

I'm so sorry for your loss. I'm glad she gave you one more day to remember her happy little self. Again I'm so sorry, and I know that no words can make the pain go away. :hug2: Dogspeed Lady AnnaBelle :hearts:

[Heide]

to hear about the loss of Lady Annabelle. Alot of us have gone through this loss at one time or another. Please know that we are here for you. :hug2: Only time will help ease some of the pain.
My :hearts: goes out to you.

[andy&abby]

I have tears in my eyes as I read about Lady AnnaBelle. I am so sorry. I will continue to keep you all in our prayers. :candle:

[LaurieE]

You have my deepest condolences.

[Meemoo]

but my thoughts are still the same...I am so sorry to hear of this news. I had been reading your story and every day thought she'd pull through. She was a fighter and tried her best, (this was exhibited through her last day with you.) Run free AnnaBelle. :candle: :candle: and my thoughts are with you too. :bighug:

[Suzanne R]

There are no words to express how sorry I am for your loss. Please accept my deepest sympathies. I've lost more than one, and it is NEVER easy. I am so sorry.

[Dackel-Mom]

I'm crying with you for the loss of little AnnaBelle. :sorry: It's so hard to have to say good-bye to the ones we love and care for. She will forever live in your hearts and memories............ :hug2:


Beyond The Rainbow


As much as I loved the life we had and all the times we played,
I was so very tired and knew my time on earth would fade.
I saw a wondrous image then of a place that's trouble-free
Where all of us can meet again to spend eternity.

I saw the most beautiful Rainbow, and on the other side
Were meadows rich and beautiful -- lush and green and wide!
And running through the meadows as far as the eye could see
Were animals of every sort as healthy as could be!
My own tired, failing body was fresh and healed and new
And I wanted to go run with them, but I had something left to do.

I needed to reach out to you, to tell you I'm alright
That this place is truly wonderful, then a bright Glow pierced the night.
'Twas the Glow of many Candles shining bright and strong and bold
And I knew then that it held your love in its brilliant shades of gold.

For although we may not be together in the way we used to be,
We are still connected by a cord no eye can see.
So whenever you need to find me, we're never far apart
If you look beyond the Rainbow and listen with your heart.

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[Christena]

You are in my thoughts and prayers. It is so sad to have to let go of one so young and for her to become ill so suddenly.

[Jenn]

I am so sorry for your loss of Lady AnnaBelle. Please know that you are in my thoughts.

[TheHutches]

Lady Anna Belle did indeed have Cushings.

I cannot thank all of you enough. You have followed our story and helped ease the pain. Your support means more than I can tell you.

My girl is missed so much.

[Great90wt]

I'm so sorry for your loss. My Peanut is nearing 7 years old and your loss hit really close to home with me.

[keri1113]

I am so sorry for your loss. I will keep you in my prayers.

[doxiemommy3]

Sorry to hear about AnnaBelle....it is soo sad to lose such a close friend,family member,child all in one......I am now done crying so I can actually see the computer screen now....When I lost my Mowglie it was horrible, I slept with his collar and his favorite stuffy....I cried for weeks...I still cry thinking about that sweet little face and that there will never be another like him....but I know he is happy now and probably is with his first owner who passed away in a nursing home (that is how I got him)...and chasing all the deer and barking at everything...just being him....I am sure AnnaBelle is doing all of her favorite things too....and esp looking down
on you sending you her loving kisses.

[oti'smom]

So sorry that I am coming here so very late. I still want to post so that I can tell you that Lady Anabelle's story touched me deeply. I am so very sorry for your loss of this special young lady. I picture her in my mind, playing, happy, and healthy at the Bridge. Annabelle was blessed to have two very special hoomans in her life.

[TheHutches]

Thank you. It still feels like it was yesterday. Someone could pass along their condolences a year from now and I will probably feel the same. It's really helped me deal with the reality of it by sharing with everyone here. I've always found writing, journals, and such to be very therapeutic. Of course, my little Bruno has helped.

Thank you again for all of the kind words.