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I'm so shocked and saddened to see that Lincoln is gone. As others said, the ones who seem to be beating cancer seem like they'll go on forever!
It's so obvious that he had an amazing life and you were both lucky to have had each other. He will always be with you in your heart. He was a true Tripawd Warrior!
Thinking of you at this difficult time,
Jackie, Angel Abby & MBBunny Rita
Abby: Aug 1, 2009 – Jan 10, 2012. Our beautiful rescue pup lived LARGE with osteosarcoma for 15 months – half her way-too-short life. I think our "halflistic" approach (mixing traditional meds + supplements) helped her thrive. (PM me for details. I'm happy to help.) She had lung mets for over a year. They took her from us in the end, but they cannot take her spirit! She will live forever in our hearts. She loved the beach and giving kisses and going to In-N-Out for a Flying Dutchman. Tripawds blog, and a more detailed blog here. Please also check out my novel, What the Dog Ate. Now also in paperback! Purchase it at Amazon via Tripawds and help support Tripawds!
The other day, the first day of summer, I was so terribly hot. Our summer came in like a blast furnace. Honest-to-God, it occurred to me, "Hey, it's summer! Lincoln, you get summer!" And he did and he does. A dog I've never met made such a mark that his smiling red face, mouth full of a tennis ball, is what I associate now with summer.
Those of us with dogs that were discarded know that it's always a crap shoot because you never know what you're getting, what kind of baggage comes with that dog. Lincoln only brought good baggage. You say some very wise things about knowing how much life Lincoln got to live, how he lived large. Do you think maybe he taught you to think that way? In my mind, I see him thinking "I'm going to teach these people what living really means. Now get me a ball and take me to the lake!"
My favorite picture of Lincoln is the one of him looking across the lake, standing so regally on that rock. But I also love the recent one of him in the convertible, top down, chilling out, ready for whatever the road would bring.
I know your hearts are broken and I am so very sorry you have to travel that path now. If I could help take some of that away, I would. I hope it brings you some peace and maybe a smile knowing Lincoln will never be forgotten and never die because we will always talk about him, always remember his words of wisdom, always see him looking across the lake and waiting for what new adventure was out there. Godspeed, dear boy.
Shari
From abandoned puppy to Tripawd Warrior Dude, Dakota became one of the 2011 February Furballs due to STS. Our incredibly sweet friend lived with grace and dignity till he impulsively raced over the Bridge on 12-15-12.
Dakota's thoughtful and erudite blog is at http://shari.tr.....pawds.com/
As some of you know, my husband and I are both pretty stoic. In part, that was why I couldn't get my head wrapped around telling you all that he was gone. I knew that I would be a mess, even more than I had been. That proved true.
Something else happened though...I found some solace. I'm touched beyond what I could ever articulate. I'm so grateful for each and every individual post. I'm stunned at how many of you read his blog and found some sense of our love through those words. I'm overwhelmed at the kindless and tenderness that has been conveyed.
Most of all, I'm amazed that Lincoln, through his amazing being, managed to reach so many people.
And so, despite the fact that each and every comment brings me to tears, it also reminds me of a dog who made a difference. Just a big, red dog with many names...Clifford, Big Stink, Mr. President, Lefty, Handsome, Stinky Pants...the list goes on. A simple pound dog who made an impact.
I'm so very sad right now, but I'm also incredibly, amazingly, unbelievably blessed.
As long as we remember, the Summer of Lincoln will continue!
Thank you. Thank you. Thank you.
Our greatest glory is not in never falling but in rising every time we fall – Confucius
http://credocan.....pawds.com/
I am so sad to hear of Lincoln's passing. His blog was one of the first that I read when I joined Tripawds last summer. I enjoyed looking through all of his pictures, especially the ones of him swimming. Thank you for sharing him with us. We are truly sorry for your loss.
Run free, sweet Lincoln.
Meghan & Angel Bo
I am so sorry Lincoln is gone. He truly did touch us when we first came to Tripawds and read his blog. Thank you for sharing him with us. His inspiration will never go away.
heather & spirit shadow
So sorry about your loss. I love his name - Lincoln, wonder how you came to his name, hugz & prayers for you and your family!!!
Lincoln was a beautiful dog (which is obvious from his pictures) and a beautiful soul (which is obvious from you posts and those of everyone that knew him.) I truly believe that the sadness and grief, as strong as those feelings are, cannot drown out the joy, love and happiness that is and always will be Lincoln.
Sadie is my 9yr old Rott/Shepherd mix. Diagnosed with osteosarcoma in her right scapula 1/28/10. Our brave girl had her amputation 2/13/10 and her last chemotherapy on 6/6/10. Unfortunately, a tumor appeared in her back right leg and on 10/7/2010 Sadie's earthly journey came to an end. On 10/24/2010 we adopted Ranger, a handsome Rott/Lab mix tripawd (got hit by a car) I think Sadie sent him to us.
http://ranger.t.....pawds.com/
Rhonda, you are so very right... Lincoln lived life big! Ever so big! Lincoln and his blogs were a big part of what kept Cooper and I going on his 9 month journey. Early on when I would read his blogs, I would holler at Faith and say , come and look at this dog and all he has been through! How amazing, his spirit gave so many people the spirit they may not have had otherwise. I myself locked on to all the words in Lincolns blog and held fast to them for strength. Coopers journey although too short was a success largely due to blogs like Lincolns and others found on the tripawds site. You are also right , there will never be another dog like Lincoln... but God has a way of blessing the care takers of these creatures with dogs that are just as good and dogs that live life just as big as the former... I doubt I ever would have purposely went out and found myself a Newfie pup had I not had the pleasure of living life with my half Newfie Cooper, but Cooper taught me so much about life and love and happiness , I just knew that Newfies had to be a special breed and Samson has proved that to be true. So keep your eyes open for that next special boy or girl! Coops pack truly grieves with you today, I am sorry this is so late in coming, I dont make it to tripawds as often as I should. I sure hope that Cooper and Lincoln have met! I always told Cooper about Lincoln!
Coopsdad
Coopsdad/ Kenneth Blackburn
http://cooper.t.....ipawds.com
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I just came back from reading your blog to learn more about Lincoln. I am so sorry that his heroic story has come to an end. I love my dogs with all my heart, and I've had to let several of them go in my lifetime so I have some idea how you're feeling now. Hang in there, and let Lincoln's spirit guide you. His spirit still lives on in your heart and soul. Remembering that my dogs are still part of me, even after they pass, always helps me and I hope that it helps you.
Thank you for sharing your story so beautifully at your blog. I read your post where you talked about how living in a guarded way, ready for the worst, is sometimes easiest for us humans. But, if we live that way, we miss out on precious time with our beloved dogs. Your words really hit home for me. thank you.
K, an 8 year old chocolate lab, was diagnosed with osteosarcoma of the radius and ulna on 12/23/11. She had stereotactic radiation to kill the bone tumors, and 3 rounds of carboplatin. On 3/16/12, lung mets were found. We tried several different kinds of chemotherapy to slow the lung mets but none worked. Finally, mets appeared at other sites, including her spine. She earned her angel wings on July 15, 2012. K changed my life, and I'll never forget her. Our/my journey is chronicled at romp-roll-rockies.blogspot.com.
I just spent the better part of the afternoon getting to know Lincoln, what a great bond you shared. Thank you for sharing his story with all of us. Like you said, there will never be another Lincoln.
Kathy & Logan
Heartfelt sympathy going out to you for the loss of your beautiful boy Lincoln. Praying for peace and healing for you.
I remember seeing that picture of Lincoln in the tripawd calendar thinking "wow, look at that handsome boy!". We are sad to hear that he is no longer with us. It is always hard losing someone you love. My grandfather passed away a little over a week ago. So from one grieving person to another, I send you *lots and lots of hugs*.
-Chloe's mom
Chloe became a rear amp tripawd on 7-29-10. Another tumor was removed on front leg 2-20-14. Found 3rd tumor on neck 2-2015, but she's still kicking cancer's butt at age 14. Chloe's blog
Oh I am so very very sad. I've been away for a few days and my heart sank when I saw the pictures of Lincoln on the website header. I just knew something awful had happened. Lincoln was diagnosed about the same time as Tai. His stories, and your eloquent blogs, kept me going when things got tough. Tai and I were around for the initial Summer of Lincoln. The next year I was thrilled to read the news that the Summer of Lincoln 2.0 had started, and even more excited when the Summer of Lincoln 3.0 was announced. He was an amazing character. I will never forget him.
Laura of Kali and Angel Tai
Tai – 9 yr old lab. Diagnosed Osteosarcoma Dec 18/09. Front right leg amputated Dec 21/09. Started chemo Jan 7/10. Lung mets discovered Sept 16/10. Valiant to the end on Oct 26/10 when cancer reappeared in a leg and we made the decision to set her free. Forever in my heart where not even cancer can take her from me.
We are so sorry Lincoln is gone.
He was the most handsome, regal and strong Golden Boy. His adventures and times grabbed our attention and we were there, sharing the life and loves of Lincoln. He helped us to laugh and now cry.
When I saw him on the banner, my heart sank, no, no, no, not Lincoln...
From now on we will celebrate each summer as "Lincoln's Summer!"
Thank you for sharing him with us. Our hearts go out to you both. We wish you peace.
Shelby the P.P, the chauffeur and the maid.
Oh Rhonda, I'm so sorry to hear at Lincoln is gone from this earth. He was such an amazing dog and lived such a full life. I'll truly miss all the amazing picture showing him living each day to it's fullest. I too started crying when I saw the post before even opening it...he was an inspiration to us while on our journey with Sam. I wish you strength and send lots of warm wishes your way! Xo Sue
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