Wednesday, November 21, 2012

We don't always understand why

 THis post is from Stella Rose's Mom
Our weather in Iowa last night was very dangerous with the fog...there was no visability and no one should have been out traveling.  My son in law had surgury at the VA hospital and we thought they would be home by 2 before the fog got any worse, but his surgury lasted till 600 and he was still in recovery till 900pm. The babysitter Kylei had gotten needed to go home so Butch went to get our grandkids so they could stay the night with us. A normal 20 min. drive took him almost an hour. That is how thick the fog was.
Next door to us is a building that people are turning into a new church. They have been working on it for weeks. Sometimes they bring their little dog over there and Sammer runs across the yard to visit. He always gets in trouble for not listening to us. I put him and Stella in their pen last night after Butch left. Later I went to get them, and got Stella first and put her in the house. When I had Sammer in my arms, the next door dog started to bark, but it was so dark and foggy you couldn't even see in front of you. Sammer jumped out of my arms and took off in the direction of the church.  I ran after him but couldn't see at all, so ran back to the house to get treats and a flashlight. I called him for a long time, but could only hear them barking.  Later I couldn't hear anything, and started to get very very worried. stella stood at the porch door all the time waiting for us to get back in the house. Butch and the kids were coming back onto our street and found Sammer. Someone had hit him and he died instantly. I feel so awful that the kids had to be there, Stella is heartbroken and Butch and I are in shock. We buried him last night beside Turdie.
Deb

54 comments:

  1. Oh, I am so so sorry to hear this. Momma and I just started crying when we read this. What horrible losses so close together! Poor Sammer. I know he and Turdie are playing together at the Bridge now. Please give Stella extra snuggles for me.

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  2. I am crying with you. SOOOoooo very sorry. Hugs hugs hugs.

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  3. Oh no, Oh we just don't know what to say. Big hugs to you all.. xx00xx

    Mollie and Alfie

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  4. OMG ... I am so sorry! Trudie and Sam are together and one day ... a long time from now ... you will be together again!

    We love you Stella! Give kisses to your mama for us ...

    Love Zoe, Peyton, Webster, Liberty & Whitney

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    1. Mama didn't mean to make your mama cry this morning but when she read the email, then this blog post she just had to call ...

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  5. Oh my word, I am in shock, devastated, and the tears are flowing with yours. I can't imagine how difficult this all must be for you and so soon after loosing Turdie. We are here for you all if you need us and we are thinking of you all during such a difficult time.

    Sending you love and hugs.

    allison (Puddles mum) and Puddles
    PS: I don't know, maybe we aren't suppose to understand

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  6. Deb,
    Your story breaks my heart. A few of my kiddos do the same thing and I am always worried that someone will hit them. Sammie knew he was loved and this was an unknown happening. All I know is that one day you two shall meet again since that is my faith and I know that Heaven has to have the pugs otherwise it would not be heaven. God Bless you and yours during this most grief filled time. I'm so sad for you and your family. Losing Turdie and Sammers is going to make this a tough holiday season and I will ask God to bless you and yours that no more heartbreak will happen to your family anytime soon.
    God Bless and Much Love,
    Mama Mindy of The Slimmer Puggums

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  7. Oh Stella Rose, our hearts are broken and we are all in tears over here. We just can't understand why these things happen. You know that we are sending you our prayers right now. Please hug your Mama tight for us. She needs all the love in the world right now.

    We are so very sorry. Rest in peace Sam.

    Hugs,
    Lily Belle & Muffin

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  8. Dear Sammer's parents
    Mom and I read about his passing and we are so truly sorry. He was a handsome boy....we send you warm hugs.
    Madi and Mom

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  9. This is such a shock. I'm so very sorry. Sammer will always be in your heart along with Turdie and they are together now at the Bridge.

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  10. No NO NO! Not only does my MOM have tears but I am crying my eyes out. I am so sorry this happened. I wish I knew why or could offer some measure of understanding. I am just at a loss. I am hear for you, please know that I am. BIG hugs right now for you and Stella. Hold on to each other.
    Blessings,
    Goose

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  11. Oh Stella Rose, tears are falling. We are so sorry for your loss of Sammer. We are praying Gods comfort over your family. Hugs to you - Black Pearl and Otis

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  12. Oh, no... I am so very, very sorry.... I'll say a pray for you and Stella Rose and all your family today... I just can't believe it... crying for all of you, and poor little Sam. It IS so hard to understand why.

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  13. I just read the news on Facebook and I expressed my condolences there but wanted to double up on my support and sympathy here as well. I'm so sorry for your loss! What a terrible, unexpected thing to happen! I hope you aren't blaming yourself for this! Please know you are very dear to us and are here for you if you need us!

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  14. Deb please know I am here I can't hardly type this so I know you must be suffering right now. I will pray for strength for you family. Stella will be your rock just hold her tight. I am so sorry.

    If you need anything my number is 206 383 7128
    Jenn

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  15. Oh dear Deb and Stella Rose, so sorry about Sammers passing. Mom wishes she could fly across the miles but we are holding you close in our hearts in the hopes you can feel the love surrounding you at this difficult time.

    love,
    Linda,
    Bailey, Hazel & Greta

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  16. Oh no! We are so terribly sorry to hear this! What a nightmare. Hold on tight to each other - and know that we are out here praying for you.
    KZK, Zim & Davy

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  17. We are so sorry for your loss, you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.

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  18. Dear Deb and Stella Rose, we are so, so sorry to hear Sammer. We are sending lots and lots of love to you, our hearts are broken with yours.

    ♥♥♥
    Meredith & Scarlet

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  19. Dearest Furends... OUR hearts are hurting for you. We are soooo sorry to hear this sad news. May your wonderful memories sustain you during this difficult time.

    Run FREE and FAST Sammer... until we meet again.

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  20. OMG We do not know what to say. How terrible. Our thoughts are with you and we too are shocked. How desperately sad. We know you are hurting. Our thoughts and prayers are for you.
    Best wishes Molly

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  21. I am so sorry. Please know that we are sending lots of love and prayers your way.
    Love,
    Christy

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  22. We are so sorry to hear about Sammer, you must be devastated. We lost Pinkie very suddenly a few months back and still can't understand why so we understand what you are going through. Sending lots of love to all of you at this terrible time.
    Love
    Jo & The Pugs xxxxx

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  23. We heawd fwom the Slimmew Pugs about yoow twagedy. Mommi and i awe heawtbwoken fow yoow whole family. Little Sammew was loved evewy moment wif you i know Sammew was scooped up to heaven and must have been vewy suwpwised. I don't think Sammew suffewed. It was instant
    Pleez take ouw love and my healing smoochies fow all yoow bwoken heawts
    Soft , gentle hus and love
    Asta and Mommi

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  24. I have always lived in mortal fear of that kind of accident ever since we lost our boxer that way when I was about 8. I am so sorry this has happened and send Gammy and Gampy's prayers your way!!

    Love,
    Gampy

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  25. I'm so sorry. Prayers are winging their way to you.

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  26. Oh no, no, no. Deb, we are so sorry this has happened. Our hearts are with you at this terrible time. Our little mate Sammy Boy, how we loved you. I just can't believe this. We can only send you all our love and sympathy and tears. Hold each other tight and feel our arms around you dear friends. Rory will miss his brother, oh so very much.
    Love Carol and Stella and Rory
    Little Stella Rose, we send you special gentle hugs.

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  27. We are so sorry to hear about your dear Sammer. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

    Love, Zoey, Phoebe and our human Susie

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  28. i'm so sorry to hear this. my little black pug went the same way it is heartbreaking. at least he went instantly and hopefully didn't feel any pain. such a sad sad way to lose a sweet little life.

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  29. I am so very sorry to hear about your Sammy! It must have been so very frightening and sad for you. Hugs to you all!

    Punchy

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  30. Oh no, I am so so sorry to hear this. I don't know why these things happen either. I hope that you know we are thinking of you tonight and we will sending all of our good thoughts and prayers your way.

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  31. Deb, I am so, so sorry. It probably won't help that a box will show up at your house soon. I'm glad it was sudden, but how horrid that Sammers had to go. Crying for you all.

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  32. I am so very sorry. I know how deeply we love our furry angels, and how deeply we mourn their loss. I wish there were words I could offer, that would comfort you right now. I really do believe our dogs go to heaven, and that we will see them again. Until then, he will be watching over you.

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  33. No words can express how sorry we are for your loss. Peace and prayers to you.

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  34. We are so very sorry for your tragic loss. Why these things happen is so hard to grasp. Soft woos and gentle hugs to you from all of us.

    Woos - Phantom, Thunder, Ciara, and Lightning

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  35. I am so very sorry to hear about Sammer ...we are sending you lots of love and support across the miles. Run free, dear Sammer

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  36. I am so sorry. I know your hearts are broken right now, and I wish there was something I could say to help you.
    Blogland is gathering around you in love right now.
    We are sending you all healing thoughts.
    love
    tweedles

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  37. I am so very sorry... At least he didn't have to go through much pain... Stay strong
    Cotton

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  38. Oh I am so very sorry for your lose of Sammer. He was such a beautiful boy! How sad for all involved. My heart is breaking for you. As you well know I lost my Bandit last week and am feeling and sharing your pain. ((((HUGS))))

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  39. We are so very sorry for your loss. That is heartbreaking. Please know yuo are in our thougths anr prayers.

    Roxy & Lucky

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  40. Wanted you to know, we're keeping you in our thoughts and prayers today.

    Much Love,
    Lily Belle & Muffin

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  41. I am so sorry for your loss. I'm sitting here with tears in my eyes as I write this. Sending prayers to you and your family from New Jersey. xoxo Patty

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  42. We are so very sad and sorry to hear this news. We know Sammy was greatly loved and will be sorely missed.

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  43. Hi my friends... I stopped by to share some love with you.
    I know your heart is so broken,,,,
    Here is some love.xoxo
    love
    tweedles

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  44. I am so incredibly sorry. I don't even know what to say. I think of Stella Rose and Sammer often and I don't understand why you would have to experience such a loss but you are in my prayers. Please be kind to yourself. I am so sorry! Love Kim

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  45. I am visiting from Casey and I just wanted to say that I am sorry for your loss. There are no words good enough in a time like this. I hope you can find some comfort.

    Anne and Sasha

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  46. We are so sorry Deb for your loss; I am heart broken for you. Our thoughts are with you, Butch and of course Stella x Best Wishes Kat, Rexi and our family.

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  47. Howdy All, just wanted you to know we are thinking of you. Love Carol (and Stella and Rory)

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  48. So sorry for your loss. (((((hugs)))))

    ~Love, the SugarHighK9s

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  49. I just saw this at another blog and rushed right over- we are here for you! Our hearts are broken over Sammer's death- if there is anything we can do, just ask!

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  50. Oh my gosh I just saw this today and I am totally heart broken for you I am so so so sorry. My heart is breaking for you

    urban hounds

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  51. Oh, no, how did we miss this? We're so sorry for your loss and for being late. We know how painful it is to go through something like this. {{{Hugs}}}, purrs and pawhugs. (We know you can still use them.)

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