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I’m very disturbed at the moment and quite sad about what happened. Thank you for your sentiments 🙏🙏

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May 13, 2023Liked by Samuel Robinson Kephart

I still grieve deeply over our boy “Fritzy’s” crossing over a year ago last Jan. He was in elder care for years, then hospice care. I am thanking heavens benevolent Angelic’s for watching over, and caring for us all.

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So sorry about Fritzy...

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Sam Thank You. Thank you for sharing your story of Gracies “going home”. Your sentiments, are so personal, humanistic and humane, it’s deeply meaningful to me. Sam there just so much to carry in our hearts. Get a good nights rest. Take good care,, of yourself please

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Dear Sam, Gracie, Maggie, and dear all, Continuing & Loving Prayers For you, and everyone concerned, God Bless guide protect and heal your hearts, minds, and souls. With deepest sympathies, Rhonda and Family. ☦️💜🛐 “Rest In Peace - Crossing the Rainbow Bridge Dear Gracie”

September 22, 2011 - May 10, 2023

Very sadly, one of my two beloved long-haired miniature Dachshunds died unexpectedly and prematurely Wednesday night.

As is our custom, both Gracie and her sister, Maggie, were let out for a piddle before going to bed. For whatever reason, Gracie darted out into the street and was struck by a slow-moving car. It was pitch dark out. As you can see from the photo (taken last October) Gracie was black in principal coloring. The driver did nothing wrong; he simply didn't see her.

Gracie suffered grievous physical injuries and died shortly thereafter.

I'm pretty numb and detached for a couple of days with everything replaying in my mind. I got ZERO sleep Wednesday night while endlessly tossing and turning. Last night was a bit better.

I feel fortunate I was home most of Wednesday and I got to spend the day with the dogs near me. And I gave them some fresh grilled chicken that night.

I'm concerned about how Maggie, the surviving sister, will adapt. She’s eating normally, however, she seems a bit lost, albeit calm. She and Gracie were sole litter-mates who have been together since birth.

Wednesday night’s tragedy is a serious reminder of just how fragile and temporary our lives are… and the tenuous nature of the "good" we enjoy.

Gracie was a great dog and companion. I'm grateful for the years we spent together.

😢

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I’m sorry 😞 🙏🐶🐶👅❤️🐾🐾 🌈

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