How do you know when it's time to say goodbye?
by colorcarnival

Comment by J-Me:
Ok....tears galore right now. I can't even see to type this in. (and, I don't even know WHY I came in here tonight as I haven't been here since the summer!)

"My heart and the love in it is strong but, my body is giving out. I've lived a good and long life and I've been loved greatly and I have given love back in return. I've played and eaten the best and, I've sampled the garbage from the kitchen and front porch. I've had the pleasure of having rolled and laid with 3 babes who have grown into fine young men. I've been given all that I've ever needed, wanted and more and I've given my all back to those who have shown me a beautiful life. I am loved.

I am not gone. I am in your hearts and minds and will be beside you, watching over you all. Be happy for me....for I was tired but, I will always be with you. You'll feel me with you wherever you are for I am eternal and my love is eternal just as I know that your love is eternal for me. You knew what I needed most and you gave that to me. Just as for every other living being...it was just my time to take a rest. I thank you for loving me so much to be so unselfish to have let me be free to go and take that rest."

Eyes speak volumes and you've captured that in this shot. 10

How do you know when it's time to say goodbye?
by colorcarnival

Comment by Melethia:
Oh, break my heart. :~( How beautiful. Truly.

How do you know when it's time to say goodbye?
by colorcarnival

Comment by TrollMan:
Those eyes can definitely make me melt. And the little noggin' on top of the head is just too cute. Awww :)

Natural Memento
by colorcarnival

Comment by dertyklobb:
I like this and could see it on the inside cover of a Neil Gaiman novel, you know? Beyond the dreadful shadow from the plant, I'd call this solid subject matter, perspective and emotion.

Natural Memento
by colorcarnival

Comment by tanguera:
Fabulous. The first image to capture the essence of "vintage", and not just a picture of an old thing. Killer wallpaper, and the tones are luscious. I don't know why it looks "vintage", but it does.

Coco
by colorcarnival

Comment by Lydia:
What a beautiful baby...

beagles-collage
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Comment by dtallakson:
Michelle, I bet they were a couple of characters that kept you laughing all the time. I'm so sorry.

beagles-collage
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Comment by Melethia:
What a beautiful tribute! Do you have a Costco nearby? They do really nice posters. You should get one made of this.

The Way We Were
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Comment by SandyP:
This is awesome, Michelle! I LOVE IT!

The Way We Were
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Comment by Bear_Music:
Somebody visited the Christian Science plaza instead of Cape Cod :-) We missed you...