| Location | Leicester |
| Age | 11 years |
| Date of Birth | 13/11/1996 |
| Date of Death | 23/06/2008 |
| Visitors | 1,797 since 29/12/2008 |
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We adopted Jasper aged 11 in November 2007. He had been abandoned at such an elderly age. We knew we wouldn't have long with him, but we only had 7 months. He suffered badly with kidney problems, and started to deteriorate until we thought it was the kindest thing.
He was so obedient, loving, droppy, grunty, loving, gorgeous, spirited, he meant so much to me in such a short space of time. I honestly do not know how anyone could have given him up. He was my soul-dog in a way I have never experienced. I love all my dogs, those at the bridge and those still with me, but Jasper and me had a bond so strong. I cannot describe what an amazing dog he was. I was privileged to call him my dog.
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♥ THE GOLDEN GATE ♥
DIM shadows gather thickly round,
and up the misty stair they climb,
The cloudy stair that upward leads
to where the closed portals shine,
Round which the kneeling spirits
wait the opening of the Golden Gate.
♥☆♥
And some with eager longing go,
still pressing forward, hand in hand,
And some with weary step and slow,
look back where their Beloved stand —
Yet up the misty stair they climb,
led onward by the Angel Time.
♥☆♥
As unseen hands roll back the doors,
the light that floods the very air
Is but the shadow from within,
of the great glory hidden there —
And morn and eve, and soon and late,
the shadows pass within the gate.
♥☆♥
As one by one they enter in,
and the stern portals close once more,
The halo seems to linger round
those kneeling closest to the door:
The joy that lightened from that place
shines still upon the watcher's face.
♥☆♥
The faint low echo that we hear of
far-off music seems to fill
The silent air with love and fear,
and the world's clamours all grow still,
Until the portals close again,
and leave us toiling on in pain.
♥☆♥
Complain not that the way is long —
what road is weary that leads there?
But let the Angel take thy hand,
and lead thee up the misty stair,
And then with beating heart await,
the opening of the Golden Gate.
☆ Adelaide Anne Procter ☆
Happy Birthday Jasper xx
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JASPER
A DOGGIE PRAYER ♥♥
So do not grieve for me, my friend, as I am with my kind.
My collar is a rainbow's hue
My leash is a shooting star
My boundaries are the milky way, where I sparkle from afar. ♥♥
There are no pens or kennels here, for I am not confined,
but free to roam God's heavens among my special kind. I nap the day on a snowy cloud and gentle breezes are rocking me; I dream the dreams of earthlings and how it used to be. ♥♥
The trees are full of liver treats and tennis balls abound, and milk bones line the walking ways just waiting to be found.There even is a ring set up, the grass all lush and green, and everyone who gaits around becomes the "Best Of Breed". ♥♥
For we're all winners in this
place, we have no faults
you see. And God passes
out the ribbons to each
one--even me. I drink from
waters laced with gold, my
world a beauty to behold.
And wise old dogs do form
my pride to amble at my
very side.♥♥
At night I sleep in an
angel's arms, her wings
protecting me, and
moonbeams dance about
us as stardust falls on
thee.♥♥
So when your life on earth
is spent and you reach
heaven's gate, have no
fear of loneliness, for here,
you know I wait. ♥♥
Author Unknown
Precious Love
The agony is so great...
and yet I will stand it.
Had I not loved so very much...
I would not hurt so much.
But God knows I would not want to diminish
that precious love...
By one fraction of an ounce.
I will hurt...
And I will be grateful for that hurt
For it bears witness to the depth of my love.
And for that I will be eternally grateful.
AUTHOR:UNKNOWN
A letter from your pet in heaven
Author Unknown
To my dearest family,
some things I'd like to say.
But first of all, to let you know,
that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from the Bridge.
Here I dwell with God above.
Here there's no more tears of sadness.
Here is just eternal love.
Please do not be unhappy
just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I am with you
every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you
when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me
and He said, "I welcome you.
It's good to have you back again,
you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family,
They'll be here later on."
God gave me a list of things,
that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list,
was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night
the day's chores put to flight,
God and I are closest to you...
in the middle of the night.
When you think of my life on earth,
and all those loving years,
because you are only human,
they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry:
it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers,
unless there were some rain.
I wish that I could tell you
all that God has planned.
If I were to tell you,
you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain,
though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now,
than I ever was before.
There are rocky roads ahead of you
and many hills to climb;
But together we can do it
by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy
and I'd like it for you too;
That as you give unto the world,
the world will give to you.
If you can help somebody
who's in sorrow and pain;
Then you can say to God at night...
"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented...
that my life was worthwhile.
Knowing as I passed along
I made somebody smile.
God says: "If you meet somebody
who is sad and feeling low;
Just lend a hand to pick him up,
as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street
with me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps
only half a step behind."
"And when it's time for you to go...
from that body to be free.
Remember you're not going...
you're coming here to me."
Jasper ,my snuffly boy, can’t believe it’s a year to the day
Since that nightmare day that you went away
Over the rainbow to the bridge did you depart
And since then I have kept you with me in my heart
You were such a special boy, a soul-dog it is true
I liked nothing better than to share a hug with you
This year has been hard without you by my side
How many times I’ve needed your snuffles as I’ve cried
You’d been through so much in your eleven years
And together we faced and cured all your fears
As you knew you were safe, you would never be left
I had no clue that after just 7 months I’d be bereft
I can picture your hairy face with such droopy chops
You loved to run and play, bounding with huge lollops
You loved to be chased and dive for rocks in the river
You could sense water from miles off, your body all a quiver
I cannot describe how much I love you boy
You brought into my life only endless joy
It wasn’t long enough but I’m glad I found you back then
You became to me such a faithful friend
In 2008 I lost you, Joe and sundae
But I know I’ll see you all again one day
And on that day then forever and ever
All of us will be happy together
I'm Not Gone
by Cynthia Slider
Did you feel that gentle breeze
Just brush across your cheek?
That was me, I'm not gone.
When the leaves start to fall
Gently drifting down
And a blanket of colors covers the ground
Watch and you'll see them moving around
That was me, I'm not gone.
When you go outside in the morning
And hear the birds welcome the new day
They are singing a special song for you
From me, I'm not gone.
If you pay attention and open your eyes
and your ears and your heart
I will send you signs that we're not apart
I am still with you, I'm not gone.
And when your time on earth
Nears its end you will find me
Waiting with open arms to greet you
And you will know that I never left
I'm right here waiting, I'm not gone.
Warm light coming from far below,
Twinkling, sparkling is the candle's glow.
All is well up on the ridge,
The place we know as Rainbow Bridge.
Furbabies sleeping in heaven's light,
Tended by candles in the night.
Peaceful dreams be theirs to keep,
As they slumber in this night so deep.
Hearts on earth that miss them so,
Take comfort in the candle's glow.
Watching for them in skies above,
Bound eternally by a cord of love.
The time has come I think you know
the Lord is calling so I must go
I love you so much; I wish it wasn't so
I wish I could stay; I don't want to go
You're the best family a dog ever had
so kind and gentle, never mean or mad
I'll never forget the day that we met
I was so lucky to become your pet
You opened your door and showed me your heart
I'll never forget you; we'll never part
You loved me and cared for me over the years
you taught me everything and took away my fears
The Lord is calling now I must go
but before I go I want you to know
I know it hurts to lose a friend
but I'll be with you even at the end.
Message From Valhalla
Message From Valhalla
You were with me to the very end and even after I had "gone" you held me, and as my soul left my body and I looked down and saw you crying, I wanted so much to tell you that I understood. You did this for me.
I tried to tell you in my own way that it was time for me to leave, and I thank you for understanding. No other will take my place, but those I left behind will need your love and affection as I have had.
You still think of me, and there are times you try to hide your tear-filled eyes....but please...be happy and think not of sadness, but of how I made you happy and made you laugh at the funny and smart things I did.
There are no fences in Valhalla, for no one has the desire to "dig out".
There are no thunderstorms in Valhalla, therefore fear is never present.
There are no fights in Valhalla. Everyone is congenial.
There is no hunger. There is no thirst. There is much to explore. Many of us who are older take care of the little ones and guide them. It's fun watching them run with their ears flopping and their curly tails wagging.
We have four seasons in Valhalla, and most of us agree, winter is our favorite.
So you see, my loved one, I am very happy...
When it comes time for my friends to leave, I will meet them at the gates of Valhalla, and I will acquaint them with this beautiful and serene place, and I will take care of them for you.
Thank you for loving me, caring for me, and having the courage to let me go with dignity.
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