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. Barb says…
    06/24/2013

    So sorry to read this, Ali.
    Thinking if you.

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  2. Marilyn says…
    06/24/2013

    We have two labs of our own, a chocolate who is 15 years old and a yellow who is 6 years old. We treasure each day we have with our "family" of four. You have great memories of Lily and your family. She was loved and will always be remembered.

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  3. alexandra says…
    06/24/2013

    thinking of you and your sweet Lily.
    xo

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  4. Sheryl says…
    06/24/2013

    Thinking of you.

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  5. Teri says…
    06/24/2013

    Hi Ali,
    Thinking of your family and you.

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  6. Elisabeth says…
    06/24/2013

    Sorry for your loss. May the happy memories comfort you all.

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  7. JenRay says…
    06/24/2013

    So incredibly sorry for your loss Ali, Simon, and Anna (Chris too)! Losing a companion who offers us such unconditional love is so very difficult. I hope it brings you some comfort that she enjoyed that last run on the beach and passed away peacefully. {Hugs!}

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  8. Daniela Dobson says…
    06/24/2013

    I am so sorry :(

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  9. Christin Dukes says…
    06/24/2013

    Oh Ali, I am so sorry to hear about your beloved Lily. Animals truly know when we need them the most. Sending prayers and hugs to all of you during this difficult time.

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  10. jengd says…
    06/24/2013

    From your posts, I could tell she was definitely a well-loved member of your family and will be dearly missed. So sorry!

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  11. Christine says…
    06/24/2013

    Sending love to you... you're in my thoughts

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  12. Jennie says…
    06/24/2013

    So sorry for your loss. There's no doubt Lily had a wonderful life with your family.

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  13. Tamera says…
    06/24/2013

    Ali & Family,
    A loving dog is so much a part of the family. Their loss is felt by all. My best to you and your family. Remember the good times, those walks on the beach, lap moments and the presence of someone to listen when no one else could. Such deep understanding in those eyes.

    Take care.

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  14. Susan S says…
    06/24/2013

    Dear Ali, I am so sorry that your beloved pet Lily has passed away. The photos and memories you shared of her are very touching. I know you will cherish those memories always. Sending warm thoughts your way.

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  15. Trina Curran says…
    06/24/2013

    Ohhhh I'm so sorry. That just hurts a heart. Bless her for being such a great companion. I'm sure she is running free at the bridge, watching over you still from there.

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  16. Teresa Igo says…
    06/25/2013

    ((HUGS))) for all of you

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  17. Jen says…
    06/25/2013

    I'm so very sorry, Ali. They do hold such a special place in our hearts. I love that she got to run on the beach - my Logan Dog's favorite place, too. She was a lucky girl to have such wonderful people loving her.

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  18. Susanne says…
    06/25/2013

    So sorry for your loss.

    There is a lovely saying from "The little prince", that I only have in German:

    Seelenhunde hat sie jemand genannt…
    sie sind unvergessen,
    weil sie unser Leben verändert haben
    und auch nach ihrem Tod in uns weiterleben.
    Seelenhunde hat sie jemand genannt…
    jene Hunde, die es nur einmal gibt im Leben.
    Seelenhunde hat sie jemand genannt…
    jene Hunde, die wie ein Schatten waren,
    wie die Luft zum atmen,
    jene Hunde, die uns ohne Worte verstanden.
    Kein Tag vergeht, ohne an sie zu denken
    und ohne sie zu vermissen.
    Und nur Hundemenschen können verstehen,
    wie es ist, so einen Seelenhund zu verlieren…

    Meaning:
    Someone called them soul-dogs, those dogs you have only once in your life, those dogs who understood you without words, they were your shadow, your air to breath, they changed your life... and only dog-people understand what it means to loose a soul-dog.

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  19. amanda kay tea says…
    06/25/2013

    I am sitting here in tears! I am so sorry for you loss Ali. She was a sweet girl indeed and part of a loving family who i am sure will treasure the memories of her for a lifetime. God bless you and yours during this grieving time. I hope your children are okay. Just know that Lily is on the rainbow bridge waiting to play with you all again some day.

    hugs

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  20. Deborah says…
    06/25/2013

    Dogs are amazingly intuitive creatures. You must be happy now. Lily knew that it would be okay now for her to say goodbye.

    Shedding tears and saying prayers for your sweet family.

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  21. Ines says…
    06/25/2013

    Oh no Ali. So sorry. It is like loosing a human family member.

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  22. Maureen says…
    06/25/2013

    So sorry to hear of the passing of your sweet girl Lily. May you be comforted by all of the great memories you had with her.

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  23. ale says…
    06/25/2013

    so sorry for your loss, ali.
    i've been through this kind of pain twice this year (two mutts, a dog and a cat). so i know the feeling.
    i do believe you are right about her being around a bit more for you. i think they are angels that come to planet earth to look after us.

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  24. Rachael says…
    06/25/2013

    I'm so sorry for your loss Ali. Seeing the title of your post made me cry even before reading your beautiful tribute to Lily. You and your family are in my thoughts.

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  25. Peggy says…
    06/25/2013

    Hugs and love for you and the kids. So hard to lose these furry friends. Hopefully Anna will remember her a bit too since you had more time with her.

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