For The Love Of Sweet Lily Girl

Our sweet Lily girl passed away peacefully yesterday after an awesome last run on the beach she loved so much.

She was the most fabulous friend and we will miss her everyday. She had a wonderfully full life during her 12+ years with us. She especially loved going hunting with Chris or my Dad, running on the beach, and hanging out with me in my office.

She was my constant companion and was by my side during all the best and most challenging times. I had the thought today that maybe she stayed around (she was very sick in the summer of 2011 but pulled through) to be with me during the time I needed her most.

I am so thankful she was a part of my life.

Love you Lily girl. Thank you.

See more photos and read a post from 2011 about her story here.

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  1. Wendy says…
    06/26/2013

    I am so sorry Ali. It's amazing how much pets touch our lives. I am so glad she got to spend her life with such an amazing family. HUGS to you, Simon and Anna.

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  2. PaulaP says…
    06/26/2013

    Ali- so sorry to hear. Our pets are such an important part of our lives. I am sad for you and the kids.

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  3. Alicia says…
    06/26/2013

    So sorry Ali. I lost both my dogs this past year and I know how it can just plain ache. It takes a while to get used to not having her there next to you, etc.. Be open to the whole process of grief.

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  4. Gabriella says…
    06/26/2013

    I'm so sorry for your loss. My handsome boy passed away a few summers ago and I still miss him every day.

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  5. Dori says…
    06/26/2013

    My heart goes out to all of you. I hope Lily meets my beloved beagle girl on the other side of the rainbow bridge as I'm sure Muff-muff will play with Lily and show her where to find the biggest, juiciest buried bones. ***hugs***

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  6. carol says…
    06/26/2013

    sweet Lily... the love our Labs give is unmatched... here's to all your special memories...

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  7. rhonda nickol says…
    06/26/2013

    Ali so sorry to hear of your loss, she was beautiful. Our animals are like family to us. My thoughts are with you, Simon and Anna.

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  8. Terri says…
    06/26/2013

    So sorry Ali!! Will you get another dog (someday)?

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  9. Liz Ness says…
    06/26/2013

    Oh, I'm so sorry to hear this news, Ali. Hugs to you and your family. She was such a friendly dog and I know how close you were. I'm sending you love and thinking of you today, for sure.

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  10. Jonda says…
    06/26/2013

    I'm so sorry for your loss! She's so beautiful!

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  11. Kathleen S says…
    06/26/2013

    They squirm right into your heart and life, and the bond is permanent. We lost our husky two years ago, and we still miss her presence. Having a dog is one of life's blessings, and yours was Lily.

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  12. Stacey says…
    06/26/2013

    So sorry for your loss. She was lucky to have such a great home. My thoughts are with you and your family as you try to heal the hole that is now in your hearts. RIP Lily :-(

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  13. Jill says…
    06/26/2013

    Losing a pet is so hard... nothing anyone can say will help... prayers for you for healing is all i can offer... they are just like family...

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  14. Jen Pitta says…
    06/26/2013

    Oh, I'm so sorry for your loss. It's amazing the sixth sense dogs have about humans going through trials and tribulations -- they always seem to know when you need a little extra love. It sounds like she had a wonderful life.

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  15. Kim S (nerdgrl) says…
    06/27/2013

    Ali, Simon, and Anna: I'm so so very sorry for your loss. I'm in tears writing this as I know I will have to go through this experience in the near future...our Steffi girl is 13.5 and definitely slowing down. No words of wisdom, just hugs.

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  16. Sonia A. Mascaro says…
    06/27/2013

    I am so sorry for your loss. So sad...

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  17. kate says…
    06/27/2013

    Dear Ali and family, so sorry to hear of the loss of your beloved lily, she was so beautiful in all her photos, l am shedding a few tears as l write, knowing how hard it is to lose a pet, cos they are not just pets are they, love to you all

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  18. Angie says…
    06/27/2013

    I just read this, and I am so very sorry. I know how hard losing an animal baby is. They are our family. <3 Much love for Lily, and for you all.

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  19. Renee Hoffer says…
    06/27/2013

    Dear Ali, please know that you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. I, too, have a black lab who gets a little more gray with each passing day and is a bit more hesitant to follow up and down the stairs--he waits by the steps but just doesn't have the desire to climb them anymore.

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  20. Karen says…
    06/27/2013

    HUGS Ali!! It is so hard to lose such a beloved friend and member of the family.

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  21. Candace says…
    06/27/2013

    Ali, I am so sorry to hear about the loss of Lily. So many of my friends are going thru the same thing...it seems we all found our fur babies around the same time (wanting a little practice before starting full blown families). It is so hard to see them aging...my boxer Riley will be 10 this September!

    I'm glad to hear that Lily was able to enjoy her last days and know that she was loved so much by her family. My heart goes out to you and the kids. I hope you are surrounded by happy memories with her...

    Thinking of you!

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  22. tara pollard pakosta says…
    06/27/2013

    I am so sorry, I know how faithful she was to you, just by your blog posts/pix. she was beautiful and God knew when you needed her most. I am so happy though for how your life is so happy and you seem happier than ever and content. rest in peace beautiful Lily girl.....
    tara

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  23. Laura M says…
    06/28/2013

    Ali, I'm so sorry for your loss. Dogs really do hold a special place in our hearts.

    I love how Lily was there for you during the time you needed her most. Isn't it amazing how dogs just know?

    Thinking of you.

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  24. Susan C says…
    06/28/2013

    Rest in peace, Sweet Lily Girl.

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  25. Christine says…
    06/28/2013

    I am so sorry. Fur babies are like children. I dread the day I lose mine...

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