Wednesday, December 17, 2014

Lost dear friend and companion


 
Starting this week with a ton of catching up to do as last week we lost a dear friend, our little dog Nikki (in the foreground in the picture above).  If you follow me, you probably know she was with me for 17 wonderful years, but unfortunately the time had come to say goodbye.  I am reminded that Father Time is undefeated and in this case it is surely true.  She was my walking partner and sweet companion for all those years and we all will miss her a lot! 
I had to take a few days off to regroup. Though I must admit, staying distracted and busy helps me to somehow begin to get past our loss, otherwise I would be overwhelmed thinking about how sad it really is to lose her.  The grieving process is difficult but necessary, otherwise it has a way of forcing its way out on its own.
I will be back shortly with more lovely news and updates! Happy weekend ahead my friends! xx, Lana
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17 comments:

  1. Your Invisible CrownDecember 17, 2014 at 4:13 AM

    I am so sorry for your loss Lana, the painting is a wonderful tribute to Nikki.

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    1. LanasArtStudioDecember 17, 2014 at 4:56 AM

      Thank you Marieken! I was debating on posting this , but I'm glad I did.

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  2. DuniDecember 17, 2014 at 9:27 AM

    Oh Lana, I'm terribly sorry. Losing a furry friend is one of the most difficult things in life.
    ((Big Hugs)). I know my Angel dogs and kitties will welcome Nikki at the rainbow bridge.

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    1. LanasArtStudioDecember 17, 2014 at 11:33 AM

      Thank you... this is a sweet to know that she has no more pain and back to her happy play time... (( more Hugs back))

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  3. NatashalhDecember 17, 2014 at 12:23 PM

    What a little sweetie! I'm sure she had a wonderful life with you. *hugs*

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  4. 2justByouDecember 17, 2014 at 11:34 PM

    Aaaw, I'm so sorry to hear about your loss. Seventeen years is a good while to spend, though. She will be missed, and this kind of loss is difficult. So I'm glad you took a couple of days off. Thanks for sharing these lovely photos with us, as it's a great tribute to her.

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    1. LanasArtStudioDecember 18, 2014 at 4:16 AM

      Thank you Kim! Seventeen good happy years sounds like forever, but looking back it was like a short time... she was a very sweet girl... and this is a first Christmas year for us without her. She used to like to open present first... and play with all those wrappers :)

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  5. BeadedTailDecember 18, 2014 at 7:00 AM

    I'm so sorry for your loss of Nikki. It hurts so terribly bad when our furry kids have to go to the Rainbow Bridge but that pain can never erase the happy memories shared with them. You'll be in my thoughts. (((hugs)))

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  6. JessicaDecember 19, 2014 at 11:05 AM

    I am so sorry your loss. I cannot imagine how bad it would hurt losing such a beloved pet. She was lucky to have you (and you her I am sure).

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    1. LanasArtStudioDecember 19, 2014 at 12:45 PM

      Thank you Jessica for your kind comment! She was a very special member of our family, and will be sadly missed!

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  7. Sabrina Rodriguez PalomoDecember 19, 2014 at 2:49 PM

    So sorry... ;)

    www.dollactitud.com

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  8. Jointy&CroissantyDecember 19, 2014 at 3:01 PM

    I'm so sorry that you lost your friend! This painting is gorgeous and Nikki was lovely!

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  9. VioletDaffodilsDecember 20, 2014 at 5:55 PM

    So sorry to hear this sad news! Hope you're ok!

    VioletDaffodils
    xx

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  10. pasqueflowerDecember 20, 2014 at 10:07 PM

    So sad you've lost your Nikki.

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  11. meandmr.comDecember 21, 2014 at 8:08 AM

    I love the water color painting, but I'm also so sorry for your loss!
    Melanie @ meandmr.com

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