45 thoughts on “972. Ray died in his sleep during the night”
Oh, Maddie! I wish I could give you a hug right now. I am so sorry. What a heartbreaking way to wake up. I loved reading about cute little quirky Ray. Dog lovers lose too many in our lifetimes. They just are not around long enough. XOXO
I’m so sorry for your loss, With my Deepest Sympathy.
You have been so very kind.
Stephanie’s friend Madelyn’s
Mom. & Sharkey’s Grandma,
Ray was a Treasure.
Cene’
Mattie, I have no words, but Robinson Jeffers did.
The House Dog’s Grave (Haig, an English bulldog)
I’ve changed my ways a little; I cannot now
Run with you in the evenings along the shore,
Except in a kind of dream; and you, if you dream a moment,
You see me there.
So leave awhile the paw-marks on the front door
Where I used to scratch to go out or in,
And you’d soon open; leave on the kitchen floor
The marks of my drinking-pan.
I cannot lie by your fire as I used to do
On the warm stone,
Nor at the foot of your bed; no, all the night through
I lie alone.
But your kind thought has laid me less than six feet
Outside your window where firelight so often plays,
And where you sit to read–and I fear often grieving for me–
Every night your lamplight lies on my place.
You, man and woman, live so long, it is hard
To think of you ever dying
A little dog would get tired, living so long.
I hope that when you are lying
Under the ground like me your lives will appear
As good and joyful as mine.
No, dear, that’s too much hope: you are not so well cared for
As I have been.
And never have known the passionate undivided
Fidelities that I knew.
Your minds are perhaps too active, too many-sided. . . .
But to me you were true.
You were never masters, but friends. I was your friend.
I loved you well, and was loved. Deep love endures
To the end and far past the end. If this is my end,
I am not lonely. I am not afraid. I am still yours.
I’m so sorry to hear that Mattie! He was so fortunate to have you to take care of him all these years. Milt and I will toast him tonight when we have dinner. Of course you know what we’ll say. “Up Yours Ray! Thank you for being a such a good companion for our friend Mattie.”
Oh, Mattie. I am so, so sorry to read this. You gave Ray an extraordinary home and so much love. He was a happy guy, Ray version. The loss of him is huge. Grieve that loss however is right for you.
I am so sorry to hear this sad news, Mattie. That little fellow was so loved. You made his last years truly happy. It’s all a dog could have wished for. Sending you big hugs from chilly Canada.
Dear, dear Mattie. What terrible news. I’m so sorry. I know how much you loved this little rascal. He was lucky indeed the day you walked into his life..as were you. Hugs, thoughts and prayers coming your way. ❤️
Donna
OMG, I’m so sorry, my heart goes out to you. I wish there was something I could say to ease your pain but I know there isn’t so please know you’re in my thoughts 💔
So sorry to hear such sad news. Ray was very lucky to share his life with you. I hope your many wonderful memories comfort you at this very sad time. Thinking of you.
Arna
Hi Mattie, I was so sorry to hear about your beloved dog Ray. No words can express how you must be feeling. Milt and I toasted Ray at dinner by saying “Up Yours you adorable companion to Mattie. May your memory continue to fill Mattie’s heart with love.” Our best wishes to you, Frieda and Milt
So very sorry to hear the sad news about Ray. He was very special and so are you….a great match.
I hope in time, your memories of Ray will heal your
heavy heart and bring only smiles to your face.
Thinking of you with love. 🤗
Arna
I’ve been off WordPress for a while but had a premonition about Ray just now and was sad to see your post confirming what I’d feared :,( He was a one of a kind fella, I fell in love with him through your descriptions and pictures of him. He reminded me a lot of my tuxedo cat, Bakki, who passed 5 years ago. So sorry for your loss and happy to see you’re doing better (with the unfailing help of pie).
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Oh, Maddie! I wish I could give you a hug right now. I am so sorry. What a heartbreaking way to wake up. I loved reading about cute little quirky Ray. Dog lovers lose too many in our lifetimes. They just are not around long enough. XOXO
Oh I’m so very sorry to hear this! Please accept my deepest condolences during this difficult time. You were a wonderful Mom to Ray!
Thank you so much
Oh, Mattie! My arms are around you!
Thank you Sweetie
I’m so sorry to hear about your loss. Ray was a special guy.
I know.Thanks so much
Oh no!! I am so very sorry for your loss.
Noooooo! I’m so sorry. Typical Ray waiting til Xmas to make a grand gesture . I feel so sad like I knew him . XOXO
xxxxm
I’m so sorry. I lost my guy a month ago and I feel for you. I always looked forward to your Ray updates.
Thank you so much.
I’m so sorry! Shani
Thank you so much
I am so very sorry. Ray was one in a million.
Yes he was. thanks.
So sorry for your loss. Thank you for sharing your many adventures with him. He was a lucky dog.
Oh, Mattie. I’m so, so sorry to hear this. I can’t imagine your pain right now. You let us love him and his shenanigans. Thank you. Take care.
How sweet. Thank you
Sorry to hear about your loss.
Hugs honey.
I’m so sorry for your loss, With my Deepest Sympathy.
You have been so very kind.
Stephanie’s friend Madelyn’s
Mom. & Sharkey’s Grandma,
Ray was a Treasure.
Cene’
How sweet of you to write.
Much love to Maddy and the kids and of course to you.
Mattie, I have no words, but Robinson Jeffers did.
The House Dog’s Grave (Haig, an English bulldog)
I’ve changed my ways a little; I cannot now
Run with you in the evenings along the shore,
Except in a kind of dream; and you, if you dream a moment,
You see me there.
So leave awhile the paw-marks on the front door
Where I used to scratch to go out or in,
And you’d soon open; leave on the kitchen floor
The marks of my drinking-pan.
I cannot lie by your fire as I used to do
On the warm stone,
Nor at the foot of your bed; no, all the night through
I lie alone.
But your kind thought has laid me less than six feet
Outside your window where firelight so often plays,
And where you sit to read–and I fear often grieving for me–
Every night your lamplight lies on my place.
You, man and woman, live so long, it is hard
To think of you ever dying
A little dog would get tired, living so long.
I hope that when you are lying
Under the ground like me your lives will appear
As good and joyful as mine.
No, dear, that’s too much hope: you are not so well cared for
As I have been.
And never have known the passionate undivided
Fidelities that I knew.
Your minds are perhaps too active, too many-sided. . . .
But to me you were true.
You were never masters, but friends. I was your friend.
I loved you well, and was loved. Deep love endures
To the end and far past the end. If this is my end,
I am not lonely. I am not afraid. I am still yours.
sob
So sorry ~ thinking of you both
I love you. Thanks
Mattie dear, I’m so sorry to read about Ray’s passing in his sleep. My deepest condolences… love, Carol
I’m so sorry to hear that Mattie! He was so fortunate to have you to take care of him all these years. Milt and I will toast him tonight when we have dinner. Of course you know what we’ll say. “Up Yours Ray! Thank you for being a such a good companion for our friend Mattie.”
Oh Frieda, thank you so much.
Love to you and Milt.
Oh, Mattie. I am so, so sorry to read this. You gave Ray an extraordinary home and so much love. He was a happy guy, Ray version. The loss of him is huge. Grieve that loss however is right for you.
Sending you an embrace from California.
All my understanding and love to you.
Katherine.
xoxoxo.
Thank you so much
❤️
❤️
I am so sorry to hear this sad news, Mattie. That little fellow was so loved. You made his last years truly happy. It’s all a dog could have wished for. Sending you big hugs from chilly Canada.
Dawn
Dear, dear Mattie. What terrible news. I’m so sorry. I know how much you loved this little rascal. He was lucky indeed the day you walked into his life..as were you. Hugs, thoughts and prayers coming your way. ❤️
Donna
OMG, I’m so sorry, my heart goes out to you. I wish there was something I could say to ease your pain but I know there isn’t so please know you’re in my thoughts 💔
My heart cry’s for you.
So sorry to hear such sad news. Ray was very lucky to share his life with you. I hope your many wonderful memories comfort you at this very sad time. Thinking of you.
Arna
You’re so sweet Arna. Thank you
This is heartbreaking. I am so very sorry and sad. Much love to you and yours.
Hi Mattie, I was so sorry to hear about your beloved dog Ray. No words can express how you must be feeling. Milt and I toasted Ray at dinner by saying “Up Yours you adorable companion to Mattie. May your memory continue to fill Mattie’s heart with love.” Our best wishes to you, Frieda and Milt
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So very sorry to hear the sad news about Ray. He was very special and so are you….a great match.
I hope in time, your memories of Ray will heal your
heavy heart and bring only smiles to your face.
Thinking of you with love. 🤗
Arna
I’ve been off WordPress for a while but had a premonition about Ray just now and was sad to see your post confirming what I’d feared :,( He was a one of a kind fella, I fell in love with him through your descriptions and pictures of him. He reminded me a lot of my tuxedo cat, Bakki, who passed 5 years ago. So sorry for your loss and happy to see you’re doing better (with the unfailing help of pie).
Thank you so much