For The Love Of Sweet Lily Girl
Tags:Our sweet Lily girl passed away peacefully yesterday after an awesome last run on the beach she loved so much.
She was the most fabulous friend and we will miss her everyday. She had a wonderfully full life during her 12+ years with us. She especially loved going hunting with Chris or my Dad, running on the beach, and hanging out with me in my office.
She was my constant companion and was by my side during all the best and most challenging times. I had the thought today that maybe she stayed around (she was very sick in the summer of 2011 but pulled through) to be with me during the time I needed her most.
I am so thankful she was a part of my life.
Love you Lily girl. Thank you.
See more photos and read a post from 2011 about her story here.


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Ali,
I am so very sorry to hear about your sweet baby. I lost one of my dearest companions, my Mandy Lynn, a kitty I had for 16 years, just two months ago. It is heart wrenching. I also have a dog who looks so much like your Lily, and know she will not be with me forever as well. It brings tears to my eyes to know your heartache. I was devastated when my Mandy passed. She was also with my daughter and I through a divorce and I believe too that she was meant to be there for us when we needed her most. I hope you will find comfort in the fact that it was time for her to go play with the angels after she gave you everything she had and you gave her a beautiful life as well. Thinking about you and your sweet children today.
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Ali, I am so sorry to hear about the passing of your faithful companion and family member. I so enjoyed seeing glimpses of Lily in photos on your blog, or references in posts. I know she will be truly missed as she is truly loved. My thoughts are with you and your family.
Anne-Liesse
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So sorry for your families loss.. Hugs xx
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HUGE hugs for you and your family Ali xxx
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So sorry Ali...life changes when we lose someone we love...hang in there
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lily was lucky to have you. big hugs, ali. xo
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I have no doubt Lily stayed around to help you. Our furry family members are very intuitive. I lost my beloved pit bull Toro 3 years ago. He was such a kind and gentle soul. He helped me with my fathers death. I communicated with him the way we must have communicated with each other back when where was no written or spoken words. Crazy huh. It was so hard to let him go but it was the right thing to do. I owed him that. I will miss him every day. He is up there somewhere with a ball in his mouth waiting for me to throw it. God bless.
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Oh, Ali, I'm so sorry. I loved whenever you mentioned Lily, or she snuck into a picture you posted. Dogs are such wonderful companions. They are empathetic, loving, loyal, and warm bodies when we need them.
Our golden retriever passed away last year, 457 days ago. Ahem. I might be keeping count. There isn't a day that goes by that I don't think of him. He will forever be my first dog. My wonderful furry friend.
I wish you peace at this time. Lily had a great life, she had a good Momma and a loving family. I hope my Tucker greeted her and shows her around doggy heaven.
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Sorry for your loss!
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I am so sorry Ali. It's amazing how much pets touch our lives. I am so glad she got to spend her life with such an amazing family. HUGS to you, Simon and Anna.
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Ali- so sorry to hear. Our pets are such an important part of our lives. I am sad for you and the kids.
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So sorry Ali. I lost both my dogs this past year and I know how it can just plain ache. It takes a while to get used to not having her there next to you, etc.. Be open to the whole process of grief.
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I'm so sorry for your loss. My handsome boy passed away a few summers ago and I still miss him every day.
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My heart goes out to all of you. I hope Lily meets my beloved beagle girl on the other side of the rainbow bridge as I'm sure Muff-muff will play with Lily and show her where to find the biggest, juiciest buried bones. ***hugs***
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sweet Lily... the love our Labs give is unmatched... here's to all your special memories...
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Ali so sorry to hear of your loss, she was beautiful. Our animals are like family to us. My thoughts are with you, Simon and Anna.
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So sorry Ali!! Will you get another dog (someday)?
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Oh, I'm so sorry to hear this news, Ali. Hugs to you and your family. She was such a friendly dog and I know how close you were. I'm sending you love and thinking of you today, for sure.
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I'm so sorry for your loss! She's so beautiful!
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