R.I.P My Sweet Charlie Ross
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R.I.P., my sweet Charlie Ross.
Yesterday afternoon, I took Charlie to an emergency veterinarian and had him euthanized. He was doing poorly and could barely get around. I’ve put it off, and I can’t bear to see him barely able to move about.
It was time.
We’d been having a lot of sleepless nights where he couldn’t get his breath or stop coughing.
When it got to the point in time where I was having to give him more medication than was called for, I knew it was too much for him to keep going.
Charlie Ross Pruitt: September 18, 2006 – April 28, 2021
I loved him so very, very much, and always will. And I was with him, petting him and telling him how much I loved him as he left this world behind.
I am heartbroken. He was almost 15, and I had spent every single day with him by my side, sleeping with him every single night. And I miss my Charlie boy terribly. And I miss singing to him at night as I always did. I miss him lying next to me in this chair.
Grief is so complicated. Letting them go is so very hard.
Charlie has now crossed the Rainbow Bridge and is out of pain. I hope Abi was there waiting for him.
But loss is part of life. And if you dare to love, then you will inevitably feel loss at some point. That is, unfortunately, the price you pay for love.
My sweet Charlie lives on in my heart.
I love you to the moon and back, Charlie boy.
It’s just Ivy and me now. We will grieve together, saddened, but grateful to have one another.
The Rainbow Bridge:
Just this side of heaven is a place called The Rainbow Bridge.
When an animal dies that has been especially close to someone here, that pet goes to Rainbow Bridge. There are meadows and hills for all of our special friends so they can run and play together. There is plenty of food, water, and sunshine, and our friends are warm and comfortable.
All the animals who had been ill and old are restored to health and vigor. Those who were hurt or maimed are made whole and strong again, just as we remember them in our dreams of days and times gone by. The animals are happy and content, except for one small thing; they each miss someone very special to them, who had to be left behind.
They all run and play together, but the day comes when one suddenly stops and looks into the distance. His bright eyes are intent. His eager body quivers. Suddenly, he begins to run from the group, flying over the green grass, his legs carrying him faster and faster.
You have been spotted, and when you and your special friend finally meet, you cling together in joyous reunion, never to be parted again. The happy kisses rain upon your face; your hands again caress the beloved head, and you look once more into the trusting eyes of your pet, so long gone from your life but never absent from your heart.
Then you cross Rainbow Bridge together….Author unknown…
A Jar of Zinnias:
This morning, I went out and cut a jar of zinnias. It is a simple and unfussy bouquet that I can enjoy indoors.
I have Charlie’s ashes now. His and Abi’s ashes are side by side on my bookshelf.
Dear Brenda;
I am so sorry for your loss. Please know that you did the very best possible for your beloved Charlie. You gave him the very best life and love and now he is released from the pain. Very best wishes and prayers for you.
I’m so sorry.
My thoughts are with you Brenda.
I am very sorry to hear of your loss. I myself have been in that position twice and know it is heartbreaking, but knew it was the right thing to do. My best friend just had to make that same heartbreaking decision a few weeks ago but she knew it was the right thing to do. Be Brave, Be Strong in knowing you did all you could do —and beyond The strong know when it is time
Brenda I am so sorry about Charlie. I breaks my heart for you. Thinking of you!!
I am so sorry…I am crying along with you…I lost my Bella girl at 16, almost 2 years ago…I know that there is nothing I can say…but, time eases the sharpness of the pain.
Brenda, I am so sorry for the loss of your beloved Charlie Ross.
Brenda big hugs to you. I read this and I am crying so hard for you and I know how hard it is to lose our fur babies.
Abi was waiting for him on the other side of the rainbow bridge and they are no longer in pain.
Love and prayers for you.
Brenda. I am so very sorry for your loss of your sweet Charlie. I have had to do the same for a beloved soul and know what love it took for you to let him go peacefully so he wouldn’t be in pain. I am so very sorry. I have no doubt that you will miss him, but know that he is free from pain. Take good care.
Brenda, I am so sorry. My heart breaks for you. Glad that you have sweet Ivy to give you comfort in this time of loss.
Oh no, Brenda! I am so sorry and heartbroken for you. I’m not ashamed to admit that I am sitting here with tears running down my cheeks.
You made the best decision for him and for you. I’m positive that Abi was waiting for me.
Gentle and healing hugs! Love and enjoy Ivy Lou!
Brenda, I’m so sorry to hear that you had to make the hardest decision anyone could ever be faced with. Your own bravery and your love for your sweet boy has stopped his struggle and he’s now at peace and you will be soon. Never did a dog have a better life. Take the time you need to grieve and try to think of the love you and Charlie shared and not just the sadness of yesterday. Much love to you.
I am so sorry for your loss.
I am so so sorry for your loss. I know how much you loved your sweet Charlie and most importantly he knew too. Praying for you in the days ahead.
Amy
He was such a dear boy, a buddy and a comfort for all of the years you shared. I know the overwhelming feelings of loss and missing a dear friend such as Charlie. You have my condolences, Brenda.
There are many of us who know exactly the pain you are going through right now. Please know we are holding you in our hearts right now as you grieve. Sending love and peace.
Oh my dear Brenda, I am so sorry for the loss of your beloved Charlie Ross. I know yesterday was extremely difficult and heartbreaking for you. Please know that you did the very best for him throughout his life with you, and in the final gift of releasing him from his pain and suffering. He was such a special boy. Small in stature but big in personality! Loved seeing his pictures and hearing about him. I have no he is at the rainbow bridge with Abi. Sending love and hugs as you feel the grief.
Sorry for your loss 🙏🏿💕💕
They bring us such JOY, then when we have to let go, its indeed very painful-we all feel for you Brenda-RIP charlie dog!! Abi is there for sure by his side!
I am so sorry.
Dear Brenda, so sorry for the loss of your dearest Charlie Rose. You gave him a wonderful life. Now take care of yourself during this very sad time.
Susan
I am so very sorry. He’s not hurting or trying hard to breathe now. If they could talk they would tell us when they are tired of living. You gave him so much devotion and continued caring love throughout that he knows he had a good life every day with you.
Brenda, I can’t tell you how sorry I am to hear of Charlie’s passing! My heart breaks for you! I have lost several dear pets and it is always so hard to go through! Your precious memories of him will keep him alive forever! My thoughts and prayers are with you!
So sorry, Brenda. I know how much you loved him, and how much you will miss him. Our pets give us so much love and devotion, but their lives are too short.
I am so, so sorry for your loss. I did the same for my sweet yorkie, Dixie, last year. Heartbreaking, but the best to stop her suffering. Our babies are forever in our hearts.
I feel for you, Brenda…
I can’t help but shed a tear now as when I started subscribing in your blog, I started knowing Charlie as well.
Rest in peace, Charlie…no more pains…
Brenda: My ache aches for you & I send you hugs & hope that you can take some comfort in knowing that Charlie is no longer in pain & is running free with Abi again. You were a wonderful mom to him & you did all anyone could do for him. It’s never easy to let them go, but there comes that time when we must say goodbye to them for their own sake. Sending you love.
Brenda I am sorry for your loss. They leave us much too soon. But we cannot let them suffer because we love them too much for that. My thoughts and prayers are with you dear friend.😭
Oh Brenda I’m so so sorry for your loss. I know how much you loved him and Abi and the loving care you gave both of them. I’m certain she was waiting for him. I know there is nothing I can say to make you feel better. Just know you are in my thoughts – take good care
Brenda,
Im so sorry to hear about your sweet baby. I know that he is in the loving arms of an angel in heaven. I know you are hurting but you were absolutely wonderful to him and gave him a wonderful life. I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers.