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We lost Alice today.

Posted by anonymous on July 12, 2011 at 10:37 PM

I wanted you to see what real courage is, instead of getting the idea that courage is a man with a gun in his hand. It's when you know you're licked before you begin but you begin anyway and you see it through no matter what.

HARPER LEE, To Kill a Mockingbird

Alice was licked the day she came to us with a broken jaw and cancer.  But she saw her journey through, no matter what.

Alice so desperately wanted to live, but her body was broken and although all she wanted in the end was me to cuddle her , I could no longer allow her to suffer.  I had to make the decision for her and like everyone who goes through this, am feeling the guilt and grief badly right now, no matter that it was to stop her pain. She is now with her sisters, Cricket, Dolly and little Flossie.  I don't think I can say goodbye to Baby Pal right now, but wanted to let everyone her loved her to know that there will be another very bright star in the evening sky tonight.

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42 Comments

Reply Peter & Tracey
11:15 PM on July 12, 2011 
We have been watching closely for your regular updates and we share your hurt at this terrible time. It really is an extreme pain that such a loss brings. Memories of Alice will stay with you forever.
Reply Tricia
11:24 PM on July 12, 2011 
I only knew Alice through this lovely website and I've never met you Kae but my heart goes out to you. I know the dreadful pain of saying goodbye to an adored pet - as I'm sure you do. How blessed was Alice to have you and your husband to love and care for her and to do the best thing for her at the end. She was such a character - I enjoyed following her antics in this diary. She is at peace now .Never forget how you changed her life - I shall look for her star.
Reply Linda D
11:51 PM on July 12, 2011 
Kae that is the most gorgeous photo of
Baby Alice. She will be such a bright
star as her courage & spirit were so
strong. So sorry she couldn't stay longer xxx
Reply Lee
12:00 AM on July 13, 2011 
Dear little Alice, your gorgeous face with that beautiful pink tongue, along with your strength and determination will always be in my memories. Thinking of Kae and Barry with lots of love at this very very sad and hard time. L. xx
Reply chris
12:10 AM on July 13, 2011 
Kae & Barry, I feel your loss and your pain, and although you feel terrible now about the decision you had to make, it was the best one for Alice.
Anyone who has had a loved fur baby, who tells you it's time knows how you feel.
God bless little Alice, what a wonderful end to your years you've, and you deserved it.
Reply Lois
12:24 AM on July 13, 2011 
Dearest Kae and Barry, my heartfelt thoughts are with you, I will remember always meeting Alice, what a darling girl, you both gave that angel child the warmest love and care, words are not enough at this time, my love to you both..Lois xxxxx
Reply chris lecher
12:38 AM on July 13, 2011 
My heart is so full of love & sadness for Alice, what a little trooper she was, but also too, what a wonderful mum & dad she had ,who fought every inch of the way to keep her well. I know there is no easing your pain right now, but it was the right thing to do for Alice & forever we shall remember her & her spirit.God Bless baby, sleep tight ..xxxxxxxxx
Reply Kathymc
12:52 AM on July 13, 2011 
oh what an angel she will be

kae
i have watched your journey with alice and know how heart broken you must feel right now, alice will always be beside you

Kae you are my personal hero what you do for all these babies is nothing short of miraculous, you cross all the boundaries of dedication.
RESCUED WITH LOVE
whats in a name, thats what you do love!

Al pal was loved because of you Kae and Barry
Reply Evon
01:34 AM on July 13, 2011 
Kathymc says...
oh what an angel she will be

kae
i have watched your journey with alice and know how heart broken you must feel right now, alice will always be beside you

Kae you are my personal hero what you do for all these babies is nothing short of miraculous, you cross all the boundaries of dedication.
RESCUED WITH LOVE
whats in a name, thats what you do love!

Al pal was loved because of you Kae and Barry
Reply Evon
01:34 AM on July 13, 2011 
beautifully said !
Reply Alison
01:41 AM on July 13, 2011 
For Alice:
"So, I am glad, not that she's gone,
but that this earth she roamed and lived upon
was my earth too.
That I had closely known and loved her,
And that my love I'd shown.
Tears over her passing?
Nay, a smile....
That I had walked with her a little while."
Reply Gail
01:50 AM on July 13, 2011 
I had not met Alice, but loved to follow her story through the updates and
the beautiful photos ................what a dear little treasure and an
inspiration she was ............my heart goes out to you, Kae - you and Barry
wrapped this little girl in love, so she has known the love of angels.
Reply Sonja
02:22 AM on July 13, 2011 
As a pet owner one of the hardest things to do is the right decision when the time comes, my heart goes out to you Kae and Barry you gave Alice so much love and care, her memories will stay with you forever, shine brightly little star in the sky
Reply Clare
02:22 AM on July 13, 2011 
So sorry to hear of your loss Kae. Alice had the best home possible, with you and Barry. She will be missed. Thinking of you.
Reply Carol & Kim
02:23 AM on July 13, 2011 
Dear Kae & Barry we share your tears and grief at this very sad time. We have been dreading this news. You gave Al Pal all the love and care she could ever want. You are truly an inspiration to us all, My heart goes out to you and am shedding my own tears now. I wish we could help with your pain, just know that we ALL care for you.
We too will miss seeing and hearing about Al in the DD. The photo is beautiful. Our thoughts and prayers are with you now. Heaven now has another little angel, no more pain now. In God's arms. XXXX
Reply Alinta
02:42 AM on July 13, 2011 
For dear Alice, Kae and Barry.
Heaven And Earth
When the warmth of the sun touches my face,
I see your smile and feel your embrace.
I hear the whisper of love in the wind
And I know that you are close to me again
The rain speaks of tears and the thunder of pain,
But soon the sun comes the earth to reclaim.
As the days come and go and the world moves on,
I know you're still here, you'll never be gone.
On the night the Angel came and took your hand,
We cried as you left for an unknown land.
But Heaven rejoiced as you came into sight,
For your soul was a diamond, shining so bright!
- Karen McCombs
Reply Lisa
02:49 AM on July 13, 2011 
Thinking of you Kae, we all know that you made the right decision. With my eyes filled with tears, I can relate to the sadness you are feeling. Alice was loved and cared for and is no longer in pain. Take care, we are all thinking of you. x
Reply Bridie
02:53 AM on July 13, 2011 
Kae, I know how hurt you must be feeling and I've been anticipating this news as everyone else has, and knowing the time would come when you would have to say goodbye to Baby Pal. You have done an extraordinary thing in giving her the most wonderful time for her last year of life. She clearly adored you and Barry and what a lucky girl she was to be in your care. Please know I'm thinking of you and shedding tears as well. xxxxxxx
Reply Lisa
02:53 AM on July 13, 2011 
I'm Still Here

Friend, please don't mourn for me
I'm still here, though you don't see.
I'm right by your side each night and day
and within your heart I long to stay.

My body is gone but I'm always near.
I'm everything you feel, see or hear.
My spirit is free, but I'll never depart
as long as you keep me alive in your heart.

I'll never wander out of your sight-
I'm the brightest star on a summer night.
I'll never be beyond your reach-
I'm the warm moist sand when you're at the beach.

I'm the colorful leaves when fall comes around
and the pure white snow that blankets the ground.
I'm the beautiful flowers of which you're so fond,
The clear cool water in a quiet pond.

I'm the first bright blossom you'll see in the spring,
The first warm raindrop that April will bring.
I'm the first ray of light when the sun starts to shine,
and you'll see that the face in the moon is mine.

When you start thinking there's no one to love you,
you can talk to me through the Lord above you.
I'll whisper my answer through the leaves on the trees,
and you'll feel my presence in the soft summer breeze.

I'm the hot salty tears that flow when you weep
and the beautiful dreams that come while you sleep.
I'm the smile you see on a baby's face.
Just look for me, friend, I'm everyplace!
Reply Jenefer
03:42 AM on July 13, 2011 
You'll Be in My Heart


Come stop your crying, it will be all right
Just take my hand, hold it tight
I will protect you from all around you
I will be here don?t you cry

For one so small,you seem so strong
My arms will hold you keep you safe and warm
This bond between us can?t be broken
I will be here don?t you cry

And you?ll be in my heart
Yes, you?ll be in my heart
From this day on
Now and forever more
You?ll be in my heart
No matter what they say
You?ll be here in my heart
Always

I have cried, been encouraged by both your strength and Alice's ; she will
never be forgotten. Her star will always shine bright!