Genesis 1:25 God made the animals according to their kinds, the livestock according to their kinds, and all the creatures that move along the ground according to their kinds. And God saw that it was good.
Today, our family said “good-bye” to our priceless Yellow Labrador Retriever named Sabu. She provided us with ten amazing years of unconditional love and continuous joy. She came out to see me off to work every day, and was the first one to greet me each day when I came home. Each evening, she sat in the front porch, just outside the front door and greeted every neighbor with a loving touch with an always wagging tail. Sabu was the neighborhood dog. She would fetch balls, play tug-of-war with her rope toy and catch Frisbees with eager and energetic enthusiasm. It was pure joy to take a walk with her or just to have her lying beside me. God created life, and pets make living that life a pure pleasure, with peace and satisfaction. We all develop a daily routine that we are comfortable with in life. This gift from God provided a never-ending source of happiness, bliss and enjoyment, as her total interest was to spend time with and please her family. I never thought that it would end one day.
There is now an emptiness in our home. There is a missing component in our loving daily routine. Our hearts are heavy and we grieve the loss of an incredible friend and companion. She changed our life by showing us the art of self-less love and caring. Her memory is etched into our hearts and minds forever. Sabu was the sweetest and kindest lady that a family could ask for. Her heart was so big that it finally gave out on her. We are grateful to God for allowing us to have her in our life. Because of her, our lives will never be the same ... so much better.
There is a truth in the saying “live and love like you are dying”. Life is short. No one is guaranteed tomorrow and we far too often take the relationships in our lives for granted and lightly. Cherish each moment that you have with your families and your friends and your precious pets.
Proverbs 12:10 A righteous man cares for the needs of his animal.
2 comments:
Brian & family,
I'm so sorry to hear about the loss of your dog Sabo. As an owner myself of many animals, I can empathize with where you are at. We lost 2 of our dogs within 9 months of each other just over a year ago. The loss of a pet is heart breaking, but the joy they bring us during their short life times far out weighs the sadness of saying goodbye. I know we are richer to have included them into our families and I’m thankful for that however brief it may sometimes be.
Blessings-
Randy
To Brian and your loving family. I was so sorry to hear of your loss. I was nly kidding about not going the other night to visit with our K-high friends. Our pets are truly an extension of our family and our selves. People that appreciate them as you obviously did cherish this type of love and companionship like no other type. I am glad you had Sabo for the time you did and she was truly blessed to have been given your loving care. I hope our lord gives you solace in this difficult time and that you are able to share this love with another pet in the future. Karin Sizelove
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