~Japanese Princess~ for you all x by JaneEden
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This is Topsy who was a Japanese Chin breed of dog, and here she would have been about 6 weeks old, and no bigger than a tea cup.
A flower I associate with Japan is the beautiful blossom, and so I decided to add the blossom of my Cherry Blossom tree here.
Topsy was a gentle and loving dog when she was alive, I brought her into the world and she stayed with me until sadly her death from cancer at the tender age of just 4 years.
She will always be with me in my thougts and my heart. Yes I have special memories of her, and would like to share one of them with you.
Many years ago, Topsy along with her family of 2 siblings and her mother would come with me often to an old people's nursing home to visit my grandmother. All the ladies there adored the little dogs, they being just right for sitting on old ladies knees. I often used to see one very old lady sitting in the corner all alone and looking so sad, she was both deaf and blind. One day I enquired about her and was told that she did love dogs and had them when she was young and able. So I sat beside her and gently touched her hand, bringing it up to my face and smiled at her. Then carefully I put Topsy onto her knee, guiding the ladies disfigured arthritic hand onto gentle little Topsy's body. Until the end of my days I will never forget the sheer joy on that ladies face, just to stroke my darling Topsy made her blissfully happy. Topsy sat quietly there looking very much at home, and looking up at me as if to say it's okay Mum I understand. Ever after that I always made sure that we took Topsy to see her, and the lady began to talk again, and tell me about her own little dogs when she was young. It was sad the day we turned up and she was no longer there, but the carers at the nursing home, assured us she went peacfully in her sleep and the night before had been talking happily about the little dog that came to visit her and sat on her knee.
I often think of memories like that on the days when I am not feeling well, and it always helps me. Topsy was an amazing little dog and I could write so many tales about her, but perhaps I will tell you more another day.
Thank you for you previous kind and inspiring comments, and to those who favourited my work, I sincerly appreciate it so much.
take care of yourselves love and hugs Jane xx
The picture of Topsy was taken about 26 years ago, so was scanned in and touched up a bit in Photoshop 6.0 as with all the postwork.
Comments (129)
magnus073
Jane all I can say is my eyes are so misty right now after reading about Topsy, you truly touched me so much and this is such a beautiful story. What you did for that lady is to me one of those things that may seem small on the surface but I feel it is a act that is laying treasures for you in heaven for your kindness. Who knows one day when you and I get there you may see that lady holding little Topsy for you and both of them so happy and alive. Thank you so much Jane, your wonderful.
theprojectionist
Ah Memories Jane,terrific dedication
skyla824
excellent shot
shahlaa
AWWWWWWWWW Jane, what a precious dog and it brought tears to my eyes reading your story....the blind woman found happiness and peace through your beloved pet...you're one special lady Jane....thank you for sharing az beautiful heartfelt story with us and a part of your wonderful pet....God bless!
AngelWeb58
Beautiful portrait!
Richardphotos
I have been around this breed a few times and they always seem to be a sweet dog. beautiful post work and sorry that she left you at such a young age
lil_t
This is so sweet...beautiful memories for you, I'm sure!! Just lovely!! :)
bpclarke
What a beautiful story and tribute to such a darling little trooper. Special little darlings like this whose time is shorter make life much richer. Thank you for sharing this Jane. Bunny
DanB-Creations
So cute!
npauling
Topsy sounds to have been a great mate and she looks so cute. Lovely of you to visit the nursing home to bring so much pleasure. A lovely posting.
lucyjo
Too cute for words!
MikeB
Jane, This has touched my heart and brought tears to my eyes. What an amazing story, wonderful photo of the blossom and your precious dog!! Thank you for sharing your memories.
goodoleboy
Can't add much more to what's already been said, so all the above, Miss Jane!
novelist
Beautiful story and image. What a darling little dog. How special for you to have both been there toward the end of that woman's life and to have brought her joy. It's moments like that that make us truly alive. I am glad they are allowing therapy pets into care centers and hospitals now. They can make such a huge difference in people's lives. Thanks for sharing your memories with us.
DreamersWish
Jane what a lovely and most touching story! I am sorry for your loss, but Topsy was here for a reason and she made full use of her time here to make others happy. You are a most kind woman to give of your time and giving love to others the way you do! What a lovely image of Topsy and the lovely flowers!
Cosine
What a heartwarming story, Jane, and as always an excellent presentation.
lunaE
I am so she past away Jane. She was a cute dog and the story you are telling is so beautiful. Wonderful job Jane and thanks for sharing it with us.
MaraP
WOW!!! Thank you!! Lovely image my friend, excellent work!! Hugs, Ady
ldynghtwng
What a lovely little dog, a wonderful portrait, and a heartwarming story. These little creatures give us so much love in their short lives!
barbdennist
Thank you for the beautiful picture and the wonderful story to go with it. You are a very special person to sense what this lady needed. The love given by animals has such healing potential for those they come in contact with, and your story proved that.
Eleandras
So sweet dog and composition!
gunsan
I thought it was a Shih-Tsu, but whatever, areal little brauty, especially in your gorgeous composition.
Igolochka
Oh, Jane, this is so touching story and tears in my eyes while I read it. Thank you for sharing it with us, you are trully a wonderful person! Jane it's such a sad thing that our little friends's life is so short! They go away, and only sweet memories are staying with us.... You've created a wonderful composition with sweet little Topsy and this beautiful blossom! Thank you Jane! Best wishes to you:)
Hendesse
Wonderful compostion, looks fantastic. I like the cute little dog. Excellent work!
DINGOH
Exelent. So beautiful and cute. No bigger than a teacup!!!!!!!!!!! Almost unbelievably LOL
jendellas
Another lovely pic as usual. I had the pleasure of knowing Jane Edens Japenese Chins and they were DELIGHTFUL. Looking forward to more pics in this theme.
tetsu-pino
Excellent work. I was impressed to read an story. I live with a dog now. The dog has mysterious power to heal us. The old woman whom you met in the old people's nursing home would be healed by the mysterious power of the dog. It's a very good story.
DarkStormCrow
Excellent image and postwork, well done...
capelito
Lovely image. Wonderful work.
helanker
This is such a cute little puppy, Jane the flowers too. You brought tears in my eyes by your story too. It is such a touching story.