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Bob,
I was so very sorry to read that Cherry lost her battle. Your words have always been such an inspiration to me and always so comforting, I wish I had words of comfort for you. I am going to give Tasha an extra hug and kiss in Cherry's honor.
Jo Ann & Tasha
Tasha 8 years old, First cancer diagnosis 6/26/09, Last cancer diagnosis 9/26/09, Amputation 10/01/09, Loving our girl moment by moment.
Tasha lost her battle and became my Angel on May 4 2011. Forever in my heart….
Bob,
I do not even know what to say.....I know from experience how quickly things can turn with this darn cancer and I hope that Cherry's passing was able to be peaceful. Cherry will certainly be an inspiration to others with her perpetual smile and zest for life! Your tribute to her was wonderful.
Pam
Bob, I am so sorry to hear about Cherry. As always your words and advice inspire me and your tribute to Cherry was so beautiful. I was in tears as I was reading your tribute. I give a kiss to my Guardian Angel Angus, every morning and evening (he will get extra kisses today). I would also love to honor your request for a celebration of Cherry's life by giving lots of hugs and kisses to his brothers, "Bowser" & "Bandit", who miss Angus terribly. Please accept my condolences and I will keep you and your family in my thoughts and prayers 
Mary and Guardian Angel Angus Og
Bob
It saddens me to read your note. You have been such a strong supporter and one who ALWAYS passes encouragement. Cherry is such an inspiration and gave me such hope with my Jack. I am thinking of you and your family. Please stay strong. Extra paws you way
Erin and Jack
Dear Bob and Emily,
No words can express how sad I am for you. I know you want to celebrate your baby Cherry and we will honor your wishes. But just know if you need some help in getting through this - we are here to help. Don't worry about writing anything. Just come and read. And when you are up to it, you can express your saddness and help others as welll.
Wishing you all the best and hugging my munchkins a little tighter today!
Comet - 1999 to 2011
She 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.
Oh Bob.... I am speechless right now. Bawling my eyes out that sweet Cherry has left us, but also filled with tears of joy that she is now pain free and with her siblings. Oh Cherry, sweet Cherry, Nova's fellow Tripawd Warrior. I wish right now I had your gift of words so I could comfort you. All these months here on this forum, and you have always had the most heartfelt words for each of us. I didn't even realize she had passed until I read the PM you sent me today. It has been such a sad holiday season for so many Tripawrents, logging on every few days is not enough. I have to admit, with all the bad news on here lately, I have been avoiding logging on and clicking that "Coping With Loss" section.
I think it is wonderful that you took the time to write her tribute before she passed. I have tried to do that several times with Nova, but each time I do, I just get so emotional I can't do it. So I have resorted to keeping a scrapbook of her story. I know someday, that scrapbook will have an end. I am holding my precious Nova extra close tonight. She is one of the few, the proud, Tripawd Warriors. We must go on, and battle this hideous, awful disease. I hope that some of the new Tripawds that have joined us will go on to become part of our band of warriors... Nova, Trouble, Max, .... I know there are more... but we've lost so many lately I can't think straight.
I hope that Cherry's passing was peaceful, and that you will soon find peace in knowing that she IS still with you and you WILL be reunited.
Nova sends you a full face of sloppy Great Dane kisses, tear-licking is one of her favorite things to do (in fact she just hopped in here to lick mine as I type this)
God Bless You, Bob and Emily, in your grief.
Sue and Nova
Dane Mom Sue at nova.tripawds.com and Mom to Beautiful Great Dane Queen Nova, a Blind Tripawd, who kicked cancer's butt from 11/08-03/13. The Queen is Spirit Nova now, but her legacy lives on here at Tripawds!
Bob,
My heart has broken again today as I see your post on Cherry. I am so sorry. She was and always will be an inspiration to all of us. As I celebrate her life and the life and lessons of all the tripawds that have taught us so much I find peace knowing Cherry is free of her pain and running free once again. Please know you and Emily are in our thoughts today and in the days ahead.
I want to thank you for always being such a wonderful voice of courage and wisdom- it is through Cherry that this tripawd community has benefited so much from your thoughtful words.
Until you all meet again, may you find peace in the wonderful memories.
Seanne and Angel Wrigley
I'm sorry your sweet Cherry is gone. I am sure that she is having fun playing with her sisters and all of her new tripawd friends. But it's still not fair and I know you will miss her terribly.
I know it doesn't help right now, but she is happy and free from cancer. And as you know, you will see her again.
Bless you and your family,
Michelle
Bob...you have always had such wonderful words to say and even at this time of pain for you and your family, you thought ahead and gave Cherry the tribute of your words.
Oh how my heart aches for you. I will celebrate the life we have today, as you requested for Cherry's sake. Over here we have had pumpkin bread and peanut butter. I haven't moved up to the pumpkin bread ice cream though. Maybe that one should be just Cherry's special treat. May she have bowls and bowls of pumpkin bread ice cream, and many windows rolled down for her ears to flop from.
Mary and Caira Sue
May 2001-Jan 21, 2010.....I'm a dog and I'm AWESOME!..... Always.
We are so very sorry Cherry has left us. This has been a very bad month for all of us.
We hope your pain goes away quickly, that wonderful memories will replace the hurt and that you know you're in our hearts and prayers.
I'm going to go hug our three stooges and remember Cherry.
Shelby's chauffeur/dad
I'm so sorry, Bob. It's no fun on this side. Hang in there until the pain dulls. Try to get plenty of sleep to give her a chance to visit you in your dreams and show you she's all right.
No pawrent could have done better by her and you have been so supportive of everyone here on top of everything you were doing for her. Thank you so much for all the times you've been here for us. More thoughts and prayers are coming your way.
Yoda&Mom united: 9/5/06 …….… Yoda&Leg separated: 6/5/09……… Yoda&Leg reunited: 10/14/09 ……… ……………….………….………….……. Yoda&Mom NEVER separated! …………………….….……....….…… Though Spirit Yoda currently free-lances as a rabbit hunting instructor for tripawds nationwide
Bob,
I am so sorry for your loss. Cherry is such an inspiration to us and you are always so supportive and kind to everyone. She was so lucky to have you as a pawrent. I had no idea that her health was declining. I admire you for having the strength to plan ahead, always keeping her best interests in mind. I'm going to take Zoe out for ice cream in honor and celebration of your beautiful girl's life. Please take care of yourself and know that we are here for you.
Karin
Bob & Emily,
I am out of the state visiting family and did not have access to a computer until now. Your post was such a schock. I am so so sorry that your have lost your little girl. You and Cherry will always be tripawd heros. I appreciate your positive attitude and encouragement that have given so many, me included. Please remember that we our here for you and you don't have to always be positive. We will be here as you grieve, even as you are celebrating Cherry's life. Cherry was very special and we will miss her. Thank you for sharing her with us. You are in my prayers.
Debra & Angel Emily
Debra & Emily, a five year old doberman mix, who was diagnosed with an osteosaecoma. She had a right rear leg amputation on May 19, 2009. On November 10, 2009 she earned her wings and regained her fourth leg.
Dear Bob: We have been out of state visiting family so we have been out of Tripawds touch for a few days. We are so sorry we are late to write in and tell you our hearts are with you and Emily. Cherry was my six year old daughter's favorite Tripawd----she talked about her all the time---the three day celebration pictures and especially Miss Cherry's purple sweater made a big impression on her.
What a lady! Cherry's grace, brave spirit, and love of life translated across the miles to all of us. As did your incredible love for her and your good heart. Your tribute to her is lovely and so brave and thoughtful of you to compose it ahead of time. We'll always take your advice to treat the spirit as well as the body. I remember your support when we took Romeo out for Dairy Queen a few days after surgery. Our next Dairy Queen we will toast Cherry!
We hope it is some small comfort Cherry's sisters will be there to welcome her. You have three guardian angels watching over you! We are sending you hugs from New England. PLease take care, Eve Sylvia, Greta, and Romeo
Bob,
My hubby and I were out at a New Year's Eve party last nite (our friend finally were able to drag us out of our house)... and at midnite... my hubby and I made a toast and said a little prayer... for Jake, Cherry and all the other brave Tripawds that we've recently lost... It was pretty crazy at the party, lots of yelling, loud music, fireworks and stuff... but my husband and I were able to hear each other...
I wish you and all the other Tripawd members... lost of love, happiness and strength... in this new year!!!!
Angel Jake's Mom
Jake, 10yr old golden retriever (fractured his front right leg on 9/1, bone biopsy revealed osteosarcoma on 9/10, amputation on 9/17) and his family Marguerite, Jacques and Wolfie, 5yr old german shepherd and the newest addition to the family, Nala, a 7mth old Bengal mix kittie. Jake lost his battle on 11/9/2009, almost 8 weeks after his surgery. We will never forget our sweet golden angel… http://jakesjou.....ipawds.com ….. CANCER SUCKS!
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