Riley's ashes

Today I received Riley's ashes and they came in a beautiful box and a velvet bag that said "One day we shall meet again over the rainbow bridge"I thought I was doing better but this is hard, at least he is still with me in a way. I dedicated a shelf to him in my cabinet that displays photos, his favorite toys, and of course..him.
It was neat though as I came home my parents called to say there was a rainbow in the sky..I thought that was perfect timing. It was like his final goodbye "I am still with you and I am happy where I am"Oh I miss him so much, this is the first actually loss I have ever experienced. My grandpa died when I was too young and since then..no one until him. At least I know the pain is easing and one day I hope it can be totally replaced by love and happy thoughts. Until then "Rest in peace my beloved Riley, I will forever miss you and I will always love you. Please know if I ever get another dog it will never replace you."

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Comment by Chrissy on October 15, 2008 at 9:43am: I've seriously got to quit reading your blogs at work (snif snif) lol I just wanted to see how you were doing and then I saw this tribute and of course started crying. It is beautiful! I've been trying to figure out what I was goign to do for Baxter and was trying to find a piture box frame, but I like your idea better with a whole shelf : )

Comment by Danielle_RN on October 9, 2008 at 8:51pm: I am moved to tears by your love and your loss. Riley and you were both very blessed. May you have comfort in this time.

Comment by Nancy Geddes on October 9, 2008 at 7:25pm: What a tender and loving memorial to your fabulous Riley. May you be filled with peace and the knowledge that someday, we will be with our corgis in our heavenly forever home. Our prayers are with you...please stay connected to us.

Comment by Nicola Porter on October 9, 2008 at 6:21pm: Be well my corgi lover friend. Riley and my Max are playing at rainbow bridge waiting for us, maybe drinking a cup of tea or sharing a bagel. This is tough I know.

Comment by penny spencer on October 9, 2008 at 4:58pm: Just noticed your "memorial shelf" to Riley. How touching it is. And the rainbow in the sky......truly a sign from Riley to let you all know "I'm okay now don't be sad".

Comment by Erica on October 9, 2008 at 3:42pm: This is very sad news. My parents have my old dog Princesses ashes and they came the same way in a little velvet box. The ashes sit out on the bookself and on holidays my mom pulls out the container of ashes so she can be with us. I do know the pain your going through and it is tough. Stay strong, Riley lived a fantastic life. I will be inconsolible the day Wyatt passes on. Its such a beautiful thing how we bond with animals, how they become our best friends. My prayers and thoughts are with you.

Comment by Suzanne on October 9, 2008 at 3:18pm: I've very sorry for your loss. Just to let you know that we all grieve with you. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Comment by Judi, Dawn, Soffie & Griffyn on October 9, 2008 at 2:13pm: My heart aches for you! Your tribute to Riley is wonderful!

Comment by Arlette on October 8, 2008 at 10:18pm: Wow, what a beautiful set-up. . . You are in my prayers. The rainbow story is really a neat story. I also believe that "all dogs go to heaven." And on a lighter note - Riley was pretty nice to his favorite toys, most of Blaze's are missing a limb, if not their whole head. :) I also like the ceramic corgis that you have. Keep posting anytime you need support. . .we are all here for you!

Comment by Cindi on October 8, 2008 at 9:48pm: Patti and I are reading together and weeping with you. Yes, you two will meet again at the Bridge. Our spirits are intertwined with those of our precious animal companions. What a beautiful memorial you've put together for Riley. I know he's looking across the Bridge and smiling. Know Patti and I are both keeping you close to our hearts in thought and prayer.