Goodbye my friend (Gizmo 1990-2004) by D.C.Monteny
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Ultafractal, photography
Today I said goodbye to my little Yorkshire Terrier "Gizmo". He came in our animal shelter in december of 2000 as a stray dog. He was seriously underweight, had no skin left on his back, and his teeth were rotting in his mouth. It was decided that we should put him to sleep, as the vet found him 10years of age, and no-one would adopt him.
Instead I took him home, and with a lot of TLC, and some surgery on his teeth, he became a beaty of a dog in less than 6 months. I thought that we would have him for 4 weeks, it became 4 years ;-)
I used him as a petting dog, when our group of volenteers visit the elderly and demented in an old age home. He loved that kind of work, and was always gentle with those seniors.
I'll miss you, my little friend ...
Barbara, I know that this could be considered a MM image, and I'll move it to there if you want me to.
Also, even if you should like this image, please DO NOT VOTE for it, it's just a simple farewell...
Dirk
Comments (38)
sadlers5
i just lost my dog sammy it is so hard, rip gizmo, he is so cute! take care, ann
classyladytwo
Oh Dirk I'm so sorry I know how you and your wife feel about your kids I say kids because to me they are not animals, what a wonderful tribute to a little guy who suffered so much and could have left years ago and you better not move it. Tributes can stay here gosh just think how lucky he was to have found you two and to be able to live a long full life. It is sad, yes and it hurts that he is now gone rest assured he'll live forever in your hearts. God Bless :)
wolfbear
i am so sorry,
CavalierLady
Oh, what a sweetie Gizmo was! He looked like you nutured and loved him very much as he looked healthy and happy, nothing like the pitiful description of him when he came to your shelter. You saved his life and gave him 4 wonderful years, and he has given you all his love and many cherished memories. I'm sorry that you have yet another hole in your life, especially after losing Urchin not long ago. Blessings to you both. I'll light another candle for you and Gizmo tonight, my friend.
Dinhi
What a grand and beautiful tribute to a most beloved of all in our lives....our pets!
kimpe
Ahh, How sweet! Great job on the image and I'm sorry for the pup.
saldegal
My thoughts to you, for a wonderful friend
VDH
Een mooie fractal, uitstekend design en kleuren. Een ode aan je "vriend". Je bent zeker een dierenvriend Dirk!
paragon5
Dirk, I'm so sorry, this has brought tears to my eyes, for I know your pain! We had a rottweiler named Rylee, she was our baby! She died a couple of months ago, for no obvious reason! This is a wonderful image, and memory of little gizmo! You must have been especially chose for this sort of thing!
Foester
Very sorry for your lose Dirk. You have made a lovely tribute to your friend. Maybe Gizmo and Clyde are playing together now.
locomouse
Typing through tears here ... I'm so sorry, Dirk. You've created a lovely (and loving) tribute to your very close buddy... thank you for sharing this. God love and bless you both... :~~~~
CarolSassy
So sad for you. God bless you. What a sweet doggy face. Hugs 'n' love go out to you and Linda.
Dreamingbee
what a magic and wonderful place for Gizmo .. wish you power for next time.. you have all my best wishes and hugs
redbeard
Beautiful work, a wonderful tribute to a friend. I'm so sorry for your loss, losing an animal friend is a very painful experience. Sounds like you really loved him and you did some great things together. He looks really cute!
LFNForever
Total excellence!!! :)
mabel45
::(((((((((( oh Dirk wat erg :( grote knuf van mij en Tristan en een dikke wuif naar de kleine woef beautifull work Dirk very very intense tribute
Pannyhb
Oh, Dirk, I'm so very sorry. Urchin and Gizmo were very special creatures to have had a friend like you. The hardest part is being left behind when a beloved animal crosses the rainbow bridge.
whirlingfeather
Ohhh, Dirk, my heart aches so deeply for you...not another loving creature gone. You enriched each others lives and the time came, so hard to let go though. He is a happy little critter, it can be seen.
Asylumc3
Awww he's very adorable nd SO happy looking :). I'm deeply sorry for your lose. I know animals can be so important to us. This a very loving, heartfelt tribute.
tresamie
I'm sorry for your loss. This is a beautiful tribute to a dear friend.
midnightblue
I'm so sorry for your loss Dirk. Gizmo is so adorable and he seems so happy in your lovely fractal. I'm happy for you that you had those 4 years to spend with him. I'm sorry it couldn't have been more. hugs
alightningstorm
such a sad loss, but such a sweet and beautiful dedictaion to a loved one. My heart extends to you and the family in this sad time.
leda_moon
Dirk, Iam so sorry for your lost!, I know the feeling of the lost of a pet!, I have had pets all my life and always will,they our inside pets like my childern,I love them so very much.I would be so lost without them!When you are down and sad and you think know one cares they are there when no one else is!!My heart goes out for you and your family!!
DIANE603
Dirk, I had to have my Zoe put down a couple of months ago. Just remember the unconditional love that you both shared. And I love your image.
PairOfPyros
I'm sorry to hear of Gizmo's passing, Dirk. Good that you had 4 years instead of 4 weeks, but it is always hard. This is a beautiful image and a great tribute to your friend.
Tristana
J'aime beaucoup les couleurs nacrs !! Le petit chien est super mignon !! beau travail.
kansas
A beautiful image and darling photo of your precious little friend. My heart aches for you in this loss. It is so hard to lose our beloved pets. But at least he gave you a portion of his life and lots of love.
maud
I am so sorry Dirk! beautiful image and a great tribune to your friend..Hugs :)
ead
My sympathy goes out to you and your family - what you have done for Gizmo and for countless others like him is wonderful - you are a true compassionate soul.
PaganPoet
Very sorry for your loss,Dirk, but be comforted by the memory that your beloved pet had a wonderful last stage of life with you and your family.