Her ears were often
the first thing
to catch my tears.
...Elizabeth Barrett Browning
Sadly, today my sweet Sophie Belle marched forth across the Rainbow Bridge. I am devastated and will miss her so much. Sophie was my little bundle of joy that only weighed 4.6 pounds on her final day. She has been my companion for almost 17 years. This is the last photo I took of my little girl.
I spent the entire day in bed with her on Sunday as I have been physically ill (sick to my stomach) with grief. We were able to cuddle, rest, hug and take more time to be together. Katniss even snuck up on her while Sophie was sleeping and gave her a lick/kiss goodbye. Katniss is one smart and sweet kitty. No time on earth is long enough to share with the animals we love or prepare our hearts to say goodbye.
Her vet was so kind and gave Sophie a chocolate chunk peanut butter cookie. It is a treat you can give a dog knowing it won't harm them at an end of life appointment. I could not believe how Sophie gobbled it up with gusto. It was a lighthearted moment that made us smile during a difficult time.
"Your place I'll hold, you will be missed
The hair I stroked, the nose I kissed
And as you journey to your final rest
Take with you this, I loved you best."
Rest In Peace my sweet Piccolina Mia Sophia Bella...June 17, 2007 - March 4, 2024
May your light shine ever so brightly and may you always March 4th...I will love you forever and ever.
Oh, no. I am so sorry to learn this news. Sweet Sophie Belle. I am so glad I got to meet her and to know her a little bit through your 365 Project. I am very sorry.
Oh I’m so sorry Cathee. I will be thinking about you and praying for your comfort. I know this is going to be a very hard time for you. Reach out when you feel like talking 🥰🥰🙏
I'm SO sorry to read this Cathee; I know how you adored her! We rejoice when a new pet joins the family, but always with the understanding we'll have to let go and say good-bye long before WE are ready! You couldn't have given her a more loving life!
Oooh, Cathee! This is so sad! So heartbreaking! She was your sweet fur baby and you were the best human mom ever for your sweet Sophie Belle! You loved her to bits and as Elyse said, we got to know her a little and love her a lot through your photos here on 365. Sending love and big hugs to you at this terribly sad time! xo
❤️ I can't stop crying over our little Sophie. I hope she finds Honey and Lucy and Bud and Gretta and Rommel and Gretchen and Molly and all our other fur babies to play with at the Rainbow Bridge. Hugs, Cathee.... xoxo Sandy
So sorry to see your very sad post about little Sophie Belle It has been lovely to see her and her adventures over the years on 365 she was so cute. My thoughts are with you and your family and sending my love and hugs in your loss. 🥀
Thank you for your support. It has been a week without my little Sophie Belle and it just doesn't feel the same. I miss my little companion. Glad Katniss is here to hug.
Many thanks for your kind thoughts. Sophie Belle was in my life for almost 17 years and it feels empty without her. I am thankful I still have Katniss so the house doesn't feel completely empty. Sophie was the best little dog pounds for pound.
Thank you for your thoughtful well wishes. Sophie Belle was the best and cutest little doggie. She helped me heal when I needed her. I gave her the best life but it never seems to last long enough. I miss her so much. Having Katniss helps tremendously. My furry friends mean the world to me...
@Weezilou Thank you, Louise. I am never ready to say goodbye. It broke my heart to let her go. Sophie Belle was such a little sweetheart and cuddle bug. Katniss and I both miss her so much. Thankful for Katniss so the house does not feel completely empty.
@365projectorgheatherb Thank you, Heather. It is a sad time for me. Sophie Belle was a part of my life for almost 17 years and I loved her so much. She was the cutest and best little girl. Katniss and I both miss her as she was here before Katniss. Katniss knew Sophie was here first and she allowed Katniss to join our family. Katniss knew this and was always very kind to Sophie. They were friends and Katniss kept Sophie active and youthful. I liked having both a dog and cat because they are so different.
Thank you so much for your kind comments. It has been a sad time and I miss Sophie so much. I didn't want to let her go even if it was time. Katniss has been full of hugs and purrs to soothe my soul.
@wendyfrost Thank you, Wendy. I appreciate your kind comments. I miss my little Sophie Belle. She was so little and sweet and such a good dog. Thankfully, Katniss is here to help me through my grief. I need furry friends in my life.
@yogiw I hope little Sophie Belle finds all our furry friends waiting to greet her at the end of the Rainbow Bridge. I miss my little cuddle bug so much. I think Katniss does too. :(
And it makes me sad that you didn't get to meet her when she was in all her cuteness.
So sad to read your news. I’m sending you pink balloons filled with energy, hugs and love …
Thank you for your support. It has been a week without my little Sophie Belle and it just doesn't feel the same. I miss my little companion. Glad Katniss is here to hug.
Thank you for your kindness. I am heartbroken at the loss of my Sophie Belle but at least Katniss is here to help me through the sadness.
Many thanks for your kind thoughts. Sophie Belle was in my life for almost 17 years and it feels empty without her. I am thankful I still have Katniss so the house doesn't feel completely empty. Sophie was the best little dog pounds for pound.
Thank you for your thoughtful well wishes. Sophie Belle was the best and cutest little doggie. She helped me heal when I needed her. I gave her the best life but it never seems to last long enough. I miss her so much. Having Katniss helps tremendously. My furry friends mean the world to me...
Thank you so much for your kind comments. It has been a sad time and I miss Sophie so much. I didn't want to let her go even if it was time. Katniss has been full of hugs and purrs to soothe my soul.
And it makes me sad that you didn't get to meet her when she was in all her cuteness.
Little Sophie Belle hopped, skipped and jumped into my heart forever. I will always love her.
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