I just ran across this in my bible the other day:
"For as the rain and the snow come down from heaven,
And do not return there without watering the earth,
And making it bear and sprout,
And furnishing seed to the sower and bread to the eater;
So shall My word be which goes forth from My mouth;
It shall not return to Me empty,
Without accomplishing what I desire,
And without succeeding in the matter for which I sent it."
Isaiah 55:9-11
I think of this as Raven is His gift to me. Sent from heaven to enrich my life before he ascends back up to God, having accomplished his purpose.
As many of you remember, we first thought Raven had bone cancer last April, but it came back negative in the biopsy. But turned up again in October. Here is a post with lots of pics and videos of a wonderful farewell trip to the ocean we made in April, such fond memories:
http://www.network54.com/Forum/42436/message/1241209074/OT-++Rotti+Raven%27s+special+day+yesterday+%2Avid+and+pics%2A
And these pics were taken that day.
Thank you all for being there through this and especially now...my head is throbbing and I need to wake Betty up and cuddle.
Dawn
"Little Miss Betty Cuteface"
Toofie on the left, eyeball on the right.
Raven (prior to tripawd surgery) and Betty
My thoughts are with you Dawn, may peace come to you swiftly :)
Dawn I am so sorry
I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers.
Raven left this world like he came into it, with you holding him and loving him, he was a very lucky boy.
Peacefull journey Raven, we will miss you
sandy
So sorry that you had to do this but you know you did right by R
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Thinking of you today Dawn.....
I'm so very sorry for the loss of your special guy, Raven. May you find comfort in the many memories you have made together.
Raven
Dawn, I am so sorry to hear about Raven. From your posts, I could tell he was an incredible dog! You (and he) were so blessed to have shared each others lives. Glad to know that your faith is helping you through this.
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~Kellie and Chloe~
much love to you,Betty and Raven
your such a good momma to you babies..RIP Raven
much bully love~Christine, Dupree, Marley and Savannah
heaven needed more angels, so raven had to go help...
i am so sorry for you and your family's loss
Dawn so sorry to hear this...
I've been thinking of you and poor Raven all night at work, i still remember that night we sat up exchanging posts after his aputation surgery. You have been such a good mommy to him and i know he's knows it too. Give Miss Betty an extra big hug and find peace in the fact that you did all you could and didn't let him suffer.














I am so sorry for your loss.
You will be in our thoughts and prayers.
Oh Dawn, I'm so sorry...
Praying that The God of All Comfort will let you know His arms are around you & that Raven is safe & sound once again. What a gift these guys are!...and YOU to him as well! Remember that!
Our deepest condolences
for your loss. He had the best life with the best mom !
RIP sweet Raven. My Rotties Dolph, Buck and Daphne will greet you at Rainbows bridge...
Suse & Lulu
Sending you our thoughts and prayers.
Raven is indeed there, and some day, you will surely be reunited.
Rest in peace sweet Raven.....
Raven is running through sunny fields with his face to the wind...
and he will be in your heart forever!
Vickie, Lily, Nemo, Nora, JR, Harper, Max and Angel Spike!
Dawn - I'm so very sorry to hear about Raven.....
He will live on forever in your heart and memories......our thoughts & prayers are with you....
Kym
Bullyfulbulldogs
dawn
i am so sorry to hear about raven, i'll be thinking of you. i love the picture of your footprints in the sand, what a tribute to your journey together.
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My heart is aching for you and the loss you feel
right now. Even though he is gone in body, I hope you take comfort knowing his spirit will remain with you always. Lots of hugs to help you through this difficult time.
My thoughts are with you, dear lady.
And with Miss Betty too, who will miss her buddy.
Raven
Lots and lots of strenght for you and your (fourlegged) family.
Ineke and Zorro
You are amazing
I sit hear crying tears for all the wonderful life you have given to your dear animals. Raven is at peace now...but I know you are heartbroken. take care, my friend. My love and healing thoughts are with you now and forevermore.
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Andrea, Ruby, Lola and Jigger
XXOO
so sorry for your loss
RIP Raven .. we will miss you.
Nelia Duarte
Seattle, WA
http://www.facebook.com/neliad
Very touching post will all the pics and vids
So very special!
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Hurley 2-1-08
You are in my heart
Raven was a gift from God and I'm grateful you got to have the experience of his time on earth.
I'll be thinking of you.
Dawn I just posted below... lots of love your way sweetie.. god
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