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1:06 pm
1 February 2011
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QuoteToday I say goodbye to my heart and soul. I had so hoped she would make it to her 1-year, but she is finished.
She fought this demon, cancer, hard and long, and her battle-scarred body is just too tired to fight any more. And all of my wishing for just a little more time is in vain.
Send me strength to get through this day…
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~ ~ Rio ~ ~ |
1:09 pm
9 February 2011
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Dammit Micki. I am so incredibly sorry. So frickin unfair, as everyone else here knows. I wish there was something I could do. Just know that we will now hold you up the same as you've held up others for months. It's your turn now. Take advantage of all the broad shoulders here. Much love coming to you and Brian and the goofballs.
Shari
1:12 pm
28 November 2011
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Oh, Micki, I am so so very sorry. Rio has been one of our heros since we joined this site and my heart aches for you. I will pray for strength for you today and in the days to come. Please give her a kiss on the snout from all of us to whom she has been an inspiration. Hugs.
Lisa
1:12 pm
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14 August 2009
OfflineOh!!! NO!!! NO!!! NO!!!
Oh, Micki! Oh! No!
I'm so sorry! I'm just so sorry!
Tears.
I'll write more later. But for now – I need to cry for you and our dearest Rio!
Comet - 1999 to 2011She departed us unexpectedly January 23, 2011 at the age of 12 1/2.
She was born with a deformed front leg and a tripawd all of her life.
1:30 pm
28 November 2008
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Micki, I'm so sorry to hear this sad news. Rio has been an inspiration to so many here. I'm so sorry. Sending healing wishes and consoling thoughts your way. Be strong for your girl.
1:31 pm
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18 October 2009
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Rio made it far more than a year- she was a cancer warrior for close to 5 years.
I am so sorry Micki that Rio's journey ended today. The amazing cancer battle you have waged has given you the strength to let your girl go on to her next adventure, and will give you the strength you need to get through today, and the days to come. The Woo-pug has only left you physically, she will always be in your heart and a part of your soul.
You and Rio have been such a pillar in this community- please lean on us now as much as you need.
Sending you thoughts of strength and peace.
Karen
i am lost for words we love Rio an inspiration to us Micki sending you hugs and strength
1:34 pm
7 January 2011
OfflineI am so sorry for the loss of your beautiful girl. Tears flowing here for you and your family. Sending you hugs and strength as you say goodbye to and grieve for Rio.
1:35 pm
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12 February 2010
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micki, words just aren't there to express how sorry we are to read this. rio was such a brave girl, and now she's off on a brand new adventure. hope the woo catches up with gayle and abby…the three of them could cause some serious 'heaven rowdiness'. know that we are all here for you, and if there is ANYTHING you need, don't hesitate to ask. you've been such a rock to all of us…
love never ends.
charon & spirit gayle
1:39 pm
16 September 2011
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Micki,
I am so sorry that it was Rio's time to journey to Rainbow Bridge. You both fought a courageous fight and it is important to always remember that the cancer did not win….the balance between her spirit and body tipped in favor of her spirit, and you were the chosen one to set her free. In time, may memories of Rio bring smiles and happiness instead of only tears and sadness.
Godspeed sweet Rio. Run free with all of the heroes that have gone before you. Send your momma pennies when you can.
Wishing you peace, strength, and courage until you both meet again…
Hugs and chocolate labby kisses,
Ellen & Charley
DOB: 3-29-08, male chocolate lab Dx: OSA L proximal humerus 10-19-10
Amputation: L front leg & scapula 10-28-10 Chemo: 5 rounds of Carboplatin
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♥♥♥ Lots of supplements and love!!! ♥♥♥
1:55 pm
11 November 2008
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I am so sorry to hear that you had to say goodbye to Rio today, Micki. Bless you for having the courage to help her take her next step on her journey. Wishing you peace, love and comfort in knowing that she will be with you in spirit until you reunite one day.
Comforting Dane leans and sloppy tear-licking kisses from Queen Nova.
Dane Mom Sue
Micki,
I know too well how your heart is breaking right now. You and Rio have helped so many of us in more ways than you will ever know. You gave us hope, encouragement and sound advice when it seemed like we couldn't make it through another day. There just aren't words to describe how sad we feel at losing one of our own and knowing the emptiness you are feeling.
We all got to know sweet Rio through your posts and we will all miss her so much. She is with her tripawds friends in heaven now, in no pain.
You have our love, strength as prayers as you go on one day at a time…baby steps… Healing a broken heart takes a long time.
We are all here for you; we are family.
Barb and Spirit Hope
2:12 pm
14 May 2011
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Oh Micki, I am so very sorry. Rio was a true warrior princess. She fought cancer for so long- in the words of my students she "was a beast!" (and that's one of their highest compliments). I am sorry that it was time for her journey to end with you. I know how much you are hurting, and I wish I was there to give you a hug and cry with you. You have been there for so many of us when we lost our fur-baby's, please let us be there for you as long as you need us.
Jenna & Spirit Chili Dawg
2:12 pm
4 June 2011
OfflineOh, dear Rio and Micki! We're all so very, very sad to hear this news today. I started to cry the minute I saw the title of your post.
So sorry that you and the Woo have to say goodbye today. I have often admired and been inspired by you and Rio's tenacity in the fight against cancer.
Today you show us the way again…knowing when the time is right.
Sending warm thoughts and more than a few big tears your way today….
–Rebecca
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