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I have a photo I've been wanting to post of my new pup Charlie -- who has continued to remind me of the lessons Jack lived and taught me so well (though I do stumble more than I'd like to admit) -- but for the life of me, I cannot figure out how to get the darn thing posted. However, if you go to this link -- http://www.planetdog.com -- and scroll to the bottom left of the page, you will see Charlie -- reminding me to appreciate all the beauty that is around us...something that Jack lived so well in his 4 short years...miss you Jack!!
Kristen
Charlie is a a beautiful pup! And anyone who is amazed by butterflies is A-OK in my book.
Di
Charlie is beautiful indeed … what a great photo!
PS: Here are detailed instructions for embedding photos in forum posts.
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Kristen, Charlie, and Angel Jack,
It has been slightly more than two weeks since I have been able to get onto the site so I was not up to date regarding Jack. Thus, I want to express our deepest sympathy on your loss of such a courageous, loving, and beautiful companion.
I speak from experience having lost both of my first two Standard Poodles (litter mates) just three months appart but more than fifteen years ago. Nothing will ever take Jack's place and nothing will ever really totally fill the canyon of a hole that now exists. Charlie will create his own memories and be his own personality. Because they are of the same breed and you, Kristen, as a common link, Charlie will have many of Jack's traits. More than anything else, in time, Charlie will allow you to remember your wonderful times with Jack with a smile and not just the crushing feeling of loneliness that now overwhelms you.
Charlie really is a beautiful/hansom man. Bless all three of you,
Bob & Cherry
Dear Kristen and Charlie,
I am glad to hear that you have added Charlie to your family. He is indeed a cutie! I know you still miss Jack but Charlie will bring some laughter back to your heart.
Debra & 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.
Kristen, the pic of Charlie is just beautiful. Look at his expression, curious and yet focused. Charlie is definitely a poster boy!
I am sure Jack is very happy up there seeing you and Charlie both are picking up where he left off.
Hugs.
I absolutely love the pic with the butterflies. Charlie is a sweetheart.
Shanna & Spirit Trouble ~ Trouble gained her wings 3/16/2011, a 27 1/2 month cancer survivor, tail wagging. RIP sweetheart, you are my heart and soul. Run free at Rainbow Bridge.
The November Five - Spirits Max, Cherry, Tika, Trouble & Nova. 11/2008 - 3/2013 An era ends as Queen Nova crossed the Bridge.
Thanks all. I do feel like this is the final step in my healing. I will always miss Jack, I know that. I still get teared up every now and then when I think about Jack. Charlie though has brought smiles and is really now starting to develop his own goofy personality that is different from Jack's goofy personality. This picture was taken by a friend of mine --- he was playing like a crazy pup with her puppy but when he saw these butterflies, he stopped in his tracks and followed them all over the back yard. I have a bunch of pics of him just staring at them in utter fascination.
Thanks Jim/Rene for posting that pic -- perhaps those detailed instructions will help me get pictures posted --- perhaps not...I'm a bit of an idiot when it comes to this techy stuff!
What a beautiful boy!
I am so happy you have a new pup to love, Jack would be pleased. I like to think that maybe he sent him your way........
Gineej & Paris
Grateful for every moment we had with Paris…..no regrets!
Honoring her life by opening our hearts & home to Addy!
Kristen - he is BEAUTIFUL!!! what an incredible, incredible shot. I'm sooooo glad to hear that you are doing well. I know how hard it has been for you and I really, really now know how difficult it actually was. Thank you for sharing this with us - it gives me hope that one day I will be able to open my heart to another as well without comparing him to my first born (which is how I refer to zeus often...my first born - pathetic!! LOL).
BIG HUG to you and much love ~
Heather and Spirit Zeus
Heather and Spirit Zeus - Our life changing journey…from the earth to the heavens…one day at a time…always together
He is gorgeous. What a great photo. I am sure he was hand picked especially for you by a very special angel who just knew you would give Charlie the perfect home. Congratulations on this next chapter.
Seanne and Angel Wrigley
I do love the thought that Jack sent Charlie to me and is looking over us with his big beautiful grin. I recall so well the night before I picked Charlie up - I was in tears - not sure if I was ready. But, when I met Charlie I realized he isn't Jack...isn't an attempt at a "replacement". He has his own personality and as he is growing, he is looking less like Jack -- different face, different expressions, different quirks. Jack will always be my soulmate...or first born 
Heather -- not pathetic at all!!! Was so glad to hear from you. Sounds like you are hanging in there. Its all you can do truly. Day at a time. You have given me great advice in the past... I hope you are following it yourself! Seems that you are.
Thanks all -- hugs!
Kristen, Angel Jack and Charlie (his earthly brother!)
Wow!!! That has to be one of the prettiest doggie pictures I've ever seen! Charlie is sooooooo beautiful! What a blessing to you Kristen!!! How inspiring to hear that you are doing so well and that Charlie is such a special part of your life now. As Cherry said earlier, the Grand Canyon of a hole seems to leave its mark on us and at times it seems unbearable and even impossible that it could ever get filled. But time does heal all wounds... slowly but surely that gaping wound of grief heals and if we are fortunate enough, we can eventually find love in another furbaby... no matter how different (or similar) they are to our angel furbabies! No doubt that Jack sent you Charlie to fill your heart with love and joy. Congratulations!!! 
Luv Spirit Jake, Smooch, Baby Gus & Mom (Sherri)
Kristen
Charlie is gorgeous. I am so happy for you. I know what you mean about Jack sending Charlie to you. We got Ryker (a male bullmastiff) in July. We were suppose to get a female but both females for different reasons fell thru. I felt like Titan wanted me to have Ryker. It is silly but I tell Ryker I wish he could have met Titan......Titan was definately my first born
Hugs
Heidi, Titan and Ryker
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