Gizmo, it's your birthday (long)

[Epsilon]

In December, my little Gizmo was robbed of his life. He was attacked and killed by a larger dog at the dogpark. He did not have an instant death and it kills me to this day. Today is his birthday.. I wrote this to him.



Today you would've turned 2 years old... so young. Not a day goes by without my thinking of you, you were my first child, my baby. The day your life was stolen continues to haunt me. I used to feel anger about that day... you were so innocent, so happy. I cry thinking about scared you must have been. But you had such a forgiving heart, so quick to forgive. I have chosen to do the same. I no longer feel anger, but only sadness. I miss you so much, Gizmo. Almost everyday I remind your dad of one of your habits, or of one of my favorite memories.

I am very stressed right now since the end of the semester is rapidly approaching... you were so good at sensing when I was stressed... when I was sad... when I was sick. I know that if you were still here, you'd be by my side all day to make sure I was ok. You would look at me with those eyes, that face, conveying that if you could, you'd make all my troubles go away.

We're going to the lake soon, Giz. Remember how much you loved the lake? I will never forget the day you jumped off the houseboat in attempt to get the ducks. Your Grandpa actually admitted to you being a little man that day. Or how about how you were a little dare devil on the skiboat... you would love to walk along the edges or sit on the bow when we were going slowly... you really liked to scare us. You also loved to run around on shore... Grandma would call you "hawk bait".

Remember the first time you peed on a little bush? You were soooo proud! You had an extra little skip to your walk from that day forward. It was that day you became a little man. It was also that day that you decided that you needed to "own" everything!... including everything in the house. We had to potty train you alll over again. It was a lot of work, but we did it! Remember the belly band I made you wear? You were so mad at me for it, but you still loved me You eventually became a good enough boy that you didn't need it any more.

Remember your girlfriend, Roxy? She was so pretty and you loved her to death. You were very protective of her and got mad when Uncle Beast got too close to her. It hurt his feelings actually. I had never seen Beasty so sad. You became a daddy, Gizzie. Roxy had a baby the day after you died. She had a boy, his name is Moco and he still lives with Roxy.

I could write all day about you, Buddy. I miss you so much. You were unfairly taken from this world and I will never forget you. I may have Epsilon now, and I will get other dogs in the future, but they will never hold that extra special spot in my heart. That spot is reserved entirely for you. I love you.

[Betty'sMom]

(hug)

[Jeri Cunningham]

What a great tribute to your little Gizmo. I'm sure he has a cake and is enjoying his birthday at Rainbow Bridge while he looks down on you. He will be waiting for you until you come to get him.

[YorkieChick1]

That was really beautiful...

[red98vett]

Oh how beautiful and well written that was to your little Gizmo...I'm sitting here at work with tears in my eyes.

just 2 years old....I feel your pain.

I'm so so sorry. He sounds very loved and while this won't help your pain - I really do believe they're waiting for us.....

Sending hugs - that's a very tragic story and I'm so sorry for your loss.

ps - thank you also for posting - it's good for everyone to remember that even when we think a dog park may be safe - it isn't and we have to always be on guard. It's awful we have to feel that way but in the blink of an eye - something tragic can happen just like this

[ARCHIE]

That was a beautiful tribute to Gizmo. I am sorry that happened to him.
These little ones aren't safe anywhere it seems.
Gizmo is whole again and having fun playing with all his new friends at
Rainbow Bridge. He will never forget you and will one day be there
waiting patiently for you to be together again.
R.I.P Gizmo.

[red98vett]

I had to post again.

Happy Birthday Gizmo....Rest in Peace

[Epsilon]

Thank you so much everyone. I will post some pics of him later tonight. If you youtube "leanna gizmo" you will find a slideshow I made when he died.

[Potter]

I am not very good at words but I can feel the pain your going through. *Hugs* to you and Happy Birthday Gizmo.

[KathyinCali]

What a beautiful tribute to Gizmo. Sending warm healing wishes your way...

[saphire]

Happy Birthday Gizmo.

Your tribute to your baby was very moving. Bless you.
I'm sorry for your loss.

Sheilagh

[Epsilon]

Here is the professional picture of him that was taken for "America's Cutest Puppies". We were the SF winners and made the top 5 in the finals. This was in 2006. The show was aired in March (i think) 2007 on WE.

[red98vett]

Originally Posted by Epsilon

Here is the professional picture of him that was taken for "America's Cutest Puppies". We were the SF winners and made the top 5 in the finals. This was in 2006. The show was aired in March (i think) 2007 on WE.

Look at that face ! He was just too precious

[Rudys Mom]

That was a very moving tribute to your Gizmo. I am so sorry for your loss. "Happy 2nd Birthday" Gizmo @ the Rainbow Bridge.

[RoxyJosMom]

Gizmo was a very lucky little boy to have had you for his Mommy, even for such a short time. So much love is pouring out of your words. I'm glad the anger is gone, Gizmo would want you to be able to smile when you think of him. Hugs. Happy Birthday Little One.