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3:35 pm
27 January 2017
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Tina,
I've been thinking of you and Manni as well, since I know all too well what you're going through. It does get better. But more than four months later, there are still days where it hits me and it hits me hard.
Baxter has been a mixed blessing. A large part of me is very happy I found him, but then there's a part of me that wonders if I was really ready to take in another one. And it's still weird seeing Baxter in spots where Rocky used to sit.
BTW, when I logged on today, Manni's banner was the first to pop up. Rocky's was next.
Petra/Sally,
Thanks. I appreciate all the support you all have provided. I do remember the good times as well. It's still so strange thinking how all this started a year ago, and it feels like just a few days ago.
David and Rocky (and Baxter now too!)
Rocky had his right front leg amputated on Valentine's Day 2017 after being diagnosed with osteosarcoma.
He joined the September Saints on September 3, 2017.
He is the toughest, bravest, sweetest and best friend I'll ever know.
10:29 am
27 January 2017
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Today would have been Rocky's first ampuversary. I say it all the time, but man time flies. Happy ampuversary, buddy!
I ended up doing a follow-up call with Stacy last week. She said Rocky has crossed over into the light, but (go figure
) spends most of his time in the physical world near me.
Edit: I've now gotten his banner twice while coming to post today. It's like he knows.
David and Rocky (and Baxter now too!)
Rocky had his right front leg amputated on Valentine's Day 2017 after being diagnosed with osteosarcoma.
He joined the September Saints on September 3, 2017.
He is the toughest, bravest, sweetest and best friend I'll ever know.
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22 February 2013
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Whoa...got the chills about Rocky's banner. It's like he is putting an exclamation on Stacy saying he spends more time here with you
I think the "versaries" they celebrate at the Bridge represent the day the fourth leg is restored when they first reach the Bridge. 
But ueah, Happy Ampuversary Rocky, however and wherever it's celebrated!
Happy Hannah had a glorious additional bonus time of over one yr & two months after amp for osteo! She made me laugh everyday! Joined April's Angels after send off meal of steak, ice cream, M&Ms & deer poop!
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25 September 2009
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Awww Angel Rocky, it's really clear that you are always nearby and never far from your dad's heart. I'm so glad Stacy could help him feel better.
We wish you a hoppy ampuversary in doggie heaven, with all your new buddies and our Tripawd angel heroes!
Tripawds Founders Jim and Rene
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11:17 am
8 July 2017
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Rocky we are all wishing you a hoppy Ampuversary up at the 🌈 Bridge! i love how Sally put it that our fur babies celebrate their whole bodies on their Ampuversary’s!
You do such a fine job of keeping your Dad fully aware of your presence, you are strong in your love for him! Good Boy!
Hugs and lovin’ coming your way today David and Baxter! It means even more to me that you came over to wish Stewie a Hoppy Bday!
Spirit kisses to Rocky! You beautiful boy!!!
Petra, Stewie 🐾 and his Pride >^..^< 
Remember...“live in the moment!“ 11:41 am
3 April 2013
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The first banner I saw when I came to this post was Rocky's! (at page 12) ...then at this page (13) was Nitro's ..looks like all my friends are talking to me on this Valentine's Day, so I should probably look around for awhile
Hoppy Ampuversary up at the Bridge Rocky! Hopefully he'll send you a sign
Donna
Donna, Glenn & Murphy
Murphy had his right front leg amputated due to histiocytic sarcoma at 7 years old. He survived 4 years, 2 months & 1 week, only to be taken by hemangiosarcoma at 11 1/2 years 6/12/17
Read about Murphy's Life on Three Legs
9:08 pm
27 January 2017
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My internet went down, so I couldn't post last night. Today's been a bit surreal, realizing it's been a year since I first saw Rocky the Tripawd. Again, it seems like just a couple of weeks ago.
After taking Baxter for a walk last night, I took another one with Rocky's collar. I found a penny for the first time this year on that walk.
David and Rocky (and Baxter now too!)
Rocky had his right front leg amputated on Valentine's Day 2017 after being diagnosed with osteosarcoma.
He joined the September Saints on September 3, 2017.
He is the toughest, bravest, sweetest and best friend I'll ever know.
9:39 pm
8 July 2017
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good boy Rocky! You did your job good buddy! And Baxter and David you are both doing an Excellent job for each other!!
Take good care and all the best as always
Petra, Stewie paw & his Pride >^..^<
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22 February 2013
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WOW! Very special that you took Rocky's collar out for a walk and he sent you a penny!! Nice job Rocky!
David, did you ever try that exercise of writing with your left hand (if you are right handed) and let the thoughts flow? Thst sounded intriguing.
Happy Hannah had a glorious additional bonus time of over one yr & two months after amp for osteo! She made me laugh everyday! Joined April's Angels after send off meal of steak, ice cream, M&Ms & deer poop!
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25 September 2009
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Now THAT was a signal from Rocky if there ever was one!
Tripawds Founders Jim and Rene
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27 January 2017
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benny55 said
WOW! Very special that you took Rocky's collar out for a walk and he sent you a penny!! Nice job Rocky!David, did you ever try that exercise of writing with your left hand (if you are right handed) and let the thoughts flow? Thst sounded intriguing.
Nope. I still need to do that. I need to try it soon.
I still need to start writing my book about him as well.
David and Rocky (and Baxter now too!)
Rocky had his right front leg amputated on Valentine's Day 2017 after being diagnosed with osteosarcoma.
He joined the September Saints on September 3, 2017.
He is the toughest, bravest, sweetest and best friend I'll ever know.
3:19 pm
8 July 2017
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Hey David, i just had a thought as I read this, maybe Rocky just sent me a little nudge to tell you... 😉
Hold Rocky’s collar in your right hand and make notes for his book with your left hand... see what comes out. You might be surprised! Be sure to shut out all other distractions at the time though okay?
Many hugs to you and cuddles to Brilliant Baxter!
Stewie 🐾 and his Pride >^..^< ❤️
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22 February 2013
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Petra
Happy Hannah had a glorious additional bonus time of over one yr & two months after amp for osteo! She made me laugh everyday! Joined April's Angels after send off meal of steak, ice cream, M&Ms & deer poop!
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27 January 2017
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That’s an AWESOME idea!
David and Rocky (and Baxter now too!)
Rocky had his right front leg amputated on Valentine's Day 2017 after being diagnosed with osteosarcoma.
He joined the September Saints on September 3, 2017.
He is the toughest, bravest, sweetest and best friend I'll ever know.
8:10 pm
8 July 2017
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So David, it seems that Sally and I are right on board with this idea... hehehe, if you don’t do it soon, we might do it for you!
💡 hehehe now here’s an idea Sally!!! what if.... we tried if for David one time and he can add our thoughts to his book? Heh?? We won’t have Rocky’s collar of course, but ya know, when Rocky becomes famous ??? Yeah, I’m gonna go back to Rocky’s picture on my Tripawds calendar and when Rocky and I work out a time, we’ll have ourselves a little left handed chat! 
David, we are not putting any pressure on you at all to do this whole lefty thing with you! Hehehehe Cause honestly, you need to feel the moment when Rocky tells you it’s time.
Have a great week and weekend with Brilliant Baxter David and keep looking out for those pennies, Rocky has jars of them up at the Bridge, he’s leaving them in all sorts of good places...
Looking out for Lefty
Petra, Stewie 🐾 & his >^..^< ❤️
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