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Omaha Steve

(99,070 posts)
Sat Apr 26, 2014, 07:36 AM Apr 2014

My oldest daughter was in great pain


I was seperated from my first born right after her birth by a closed adoption. Several years ago birthmother, birthfather, and daughter were reunited a week before Christmas. It has been a wonderful experience for all the family members involved.

Last year my family tree grew with another grandchild. Each of my children have one of their own now. You may remember my post about Charlee Rayn: http://www.democraticunderground.com/10023190997

That trip to Bobbi's adoption home closed a broken circle. One of the many memories was watching her older dog Skipper. His back legs were stiff, so he didn't really walk. His back legs kind of bounced. But the smile on his face as I watched him in the back yard told so much to this old animal lover.

Then came last month.



March 17, 2014: My heart is breaking today as I prepare to say goodbye to this beautiful little soul. The past 16 1/2 years I have spent with him have changed my life in so many ways. He was my first dog as an adult. The only dog that has truly been MINE. He has helped me through some of my darkest times. His unconditional love has changed me. We love you Skipper and you'll never be forgotten.

April 23, 2014: Meet the newest member of our family...Bear. He's a young schipperke who's beloved human recently passed. As you know we recently had to say goodbye to our Skip. Match made in heaven?? We think so!!! He'll be moving in on Friday



17 hours ago: Bear is headed home



I see see that same loving smile on Bear's face as he goes to his new forever home. Bobbi is continuing a tradition of a loving adoption.

OS

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My oldest daughter was in great pain (Original Post) Omaha Steve Apr 2014 OP
Yay :) shenmue Apr 2014 #1
Sorry for your lost. Congrats on your new addition. Laffy Kat Apr 2014 #2
Beautiful schipperke pictures! A rare breed, I've known a few & their families adore this breed. Sunlei Apr 2014 #3
my grandma had one mopinko Apr 2014 #8
"Mugsy", my Dads dog when he was a kid, was named "Mugsy"! Sunlei Apr 2014 #9
Beautiful, Omaha Steve. Thank you and best wishes. merrily Apr 2014 #4
Such a beautiful story Steve - TBF Apr 2014 #5
Kick and rec nadinbrzezinski Apr 2014 #6
Beautiful dogs Iwillnevergiveup Apr 2014 #7
Great story. flvegan Apr 2014 #10
Wonderful story, Steve OhioChick Apr 2014 #11
k&r Liberal_in_LA Apr 2014 #12
I am so sorry for the loss of that beautiful skipper, but know that bear will bring much love and niyad Apr 2014 #13
the dog appears to be strapped in hfojvt Apr 2014 #14
A doggie approved seat belt Omaha Steve Apr 2014 #15
I talked to Bobbi after she read this Omaha Steve Apr 2014 #16
He looks like he is quite satisfied with his new human, and proud of himself for making ChisolmTrailDem Apr 2014 #17
We will have some visitors stopping by Omaha Steve Apr 2014 #18

Laffy Kat

(16,356 posts)
2. Sorry for your lost. Congrats on your new addition.
Sat Apr 26, 2014, 08:12 AM
Apr 2014

Schiperkees are my favorite. They are brave and devoted and have such intelligent little faces. I read about one who took on a bear to save his family.

Sunlei

(22,651 posts)
3. Beautiful schipperke pictures! A rare breed, I've known a few & their families adore this breed.
Sat Apr 26, 2014, 08:27 AM
Apr 2014

So sorry about the loss of the 16+ senior "Skipper", it is always hard to say good-bye.

To me the saddest part of letting go of an elder pet is that, even though of the same breed, their personalities are so unique, just like people.

I think it's really cool you see the same "loving smile" on young Bears face. Life with their loving family is a fun adventure for dogs!

Sunlei

(22,651 posts)
9. "Mugsy", my Dads dog when he was a kid, was named "Mugsy"!
Sat Apr 26, 2014, 10:31 AM
Apr 2014

I also, grew-up to hear many wonderful stories, all about 'Mugsy' adventures.

I have not heard about another beloved, family dog, named 'Mugsy', in many years.

niyad

(112,434 posts)
13. I am so sorry for the loss of that beautiful skipper, but know that bear will bring much love and
Sat Apr 26, 2014, 01:21 PM
Apr 2014

joy. what a gorgeous little being.

Omaha Steve

(99,070 posts)
16. I talked to Bobbi after she read this
Sun Apr 27, 2014, 06:36 PM
Apr 2014

It never dawned on me in the years since she established contact to tell her my mom had an adopted sister. I realized it when I talked about Bobbi continuing the adoption tradition with Bear.

Aunt Lori was always treated like family. There was no meaning for the word adopted. Her parents feel exactly the same way about her. I can't thank them enough for everything they have ever done for Bobbi.

OS

 

ChisolmTrailDem

(9,463 posts)
17. He looks like he is quite satisfied with his new human, and proud of himself for making
Sun Apr 27, 2014, 06:40 PM
Apr 2014

such a fine choice.

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