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Wednesday, March 31, 2010

"Animal Wednesday"


Ah, sadly, I no longer can "truly" participate in "Animal Wednesdays".... Bofie, the beautiful, sweet, Love of my life, is no longer mine. He lives, yes, but, like a cruel divorce settlement, is with his "Father" in New York - and not with me, in California. Yet, I love him so much.... like the son I never had. I know all of you who have animals (even if you have children) will understand.
Bofie's "Father" and I split up last year.... I miss Bofie so much..... but, for seven years, he was a big part of my life..... we spent so many happy hours together - in New York, in Santa Fe, in San Francisco - and I am sharing with you, my Blogging Family. Bofie, I love you and miss you - and hope you dream of me and all the runs we did together.
Love, Love, always,
Your "Mom",
Robin

15 comments:

  1. Hi Robin
    Bofie is so beautiful and I truly understand how very much you miss him.

    I have a beautiful Golden named jake and if he was not here right by my side, I know you would be heartbroken! (as you are)

    Sending you a hug of comfort!

    Margie

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  2. This is a beautiful photo of Bofie. I know he thinks of you and misses you too.
    Big hugs and love.
    xoxo

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  3. Aw Robin, I'm sorry you're heartbroken. I'm sure he thinks of you. They never forget the ones who loved them wholeheartedly.

    Sweet, handsome Bofie.
    xo

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  4. Margie, thank you for your words of comfort and understanding. Some people just don't understand the depth of feeling one has for an "animal". May Jake have a long and healthy life - he is so lucky to have you as his Mom!

    Hugs,

    ♥ Robin ♥

    Anne, one thing I truly regret is that you never got to meet Bofie in person.... you would have loved him.

    ♥♥♥

    Lo, thank you for understanding. I KNEW you would.

    Love,

    ♥ Robin ♥

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  5. Our dear yellow lab, Ralphy, went to doggy heaven a few years ago. I still miss him terribly. In fact, I had a fascinating dream about him last night.

    Maybe a new puppy is in order for you, Robin?

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  6. Ahhh so sad......
    Sure he misses you too!
    So sad you can't see him anymore.
    he looks so handsome and sweet.

    HAW!

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  7. Willow, sadly, the flat where I live DOES NOT allow pets... I know that since you had a Lab, YOU UNDERSTAND how sweet and loving these dogs are. I miss him a lot.

    ♥ Robin

    Marianne, thank you for your sweet words. I miss Bofie so much....often, more than his "Father".

    ♥ Robin

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  8. What a beautiful dog! I can understand how you would miss him terribly. I love the way he holds his front paws - so cute!

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  9. Hello Robin,

    Thank you for stopping by my blog today.

    My heart goes to you. Why couldn't you have gotten shared custody I wonder? It is so sad, I am truly sorry. I have had dogs and cats my entire life and I have grieved for them just as for any member of the family when they were gone. I don't know how to mend a broken heart but if knowing that others share your sadness may be a way to soften the pain, please know that I am truly sharing yours.

    Allegra

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  10. divorce sucks and this is why...

    i hope in time you will have another dog, not to replace, but to love also. i know that's not possible now but i think when you are ready it will be.

    bofie's front paws are prayerful, robin!!

    love
    kj

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  11. Angela, yes, when Bofie tucks his paws in - he reminds me of a cat! It is one of his many, many adorable habits! Thank you for visiting!
    ♥♥

    Allegra, thank YOU for visiting! We decided it was much easier to have Bofie stay with his Dad in NY - where he was born and grew up. Perhaps in time, I can go back for a visit...
    It means a lot that you and so many others DO understand my pain..
    ♥♥

    KJ.... wish I could have a pet - but (sigh) no "animals" allowed where I live.... So glad you noticed his paws.... I LOVE when he does that!

    Love,

    ♥♥♥

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  12. Hi Robin - I had a lab for many years, and I agree that giving him up would have been worse than a divorce. He is a gorgeous boy and I hope you get to visit him.
    Keep the Animal Wednesday stuff coming!

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  13. Dear Robin,

    Thank you SO very much for your generous Etsy order! Every order counts, esp now that I'm unemployed.
    They were mailed yesterday ;)
    And I'm glad you like the robin painting that KJ bought you. I thought it was appropriate for a Robin ;)

    xo

    Lo

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  14. Lo, I LOVE, LOVE, LOVE your work! I am going to give these as gifts....but it will be hard to part with them!

    My Robin now sits in a place of honour.....you and KJ have really brightened my Spring...

    ♥ Robin ♥

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  15. too bad he's so far away or he could come over to visit. my brother and his wife raised yellow labs and had 3-4 at a time for many years.

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