Photos and text copyright Romping and Rolling in the Rockies 2009-2017.

All photographs and text within this blog are copyrighted.

You may not copy or repost any photos or text without specific permission from the author of this blog. When in doubt, please ask.

Saturday, July 21, 2012

A bright spot

R's expression in this photo sums up how we all feel in this first week of living without K.
We are all trying to rally. As part of my grief process, I am working on a montage of my favorite photos of K. This is one of my favorites, taken fairly recently. I'm pretty sure that I'll never know another dog who will look at me with such love.
But, I'm finding solace with R. The Runner and he have been joining me on some mountain bike rides. Togetherness is helping us all get through this time.
R is so full of life and vigor.
We love him, and he is one of the sweetest souls in the world. He's a bright spot in our life.
Posted by at

41 comments:

  1. rottroverJuly 21, 2012 at 7:09 PM

    We love R!

    ReplyDelete
  2. PippenJuly 21, 2012 at 7:19 PM

    Beautiful thoughts and photos as always. You are in our thoughts daily.

    Sam and Pippen

    ReplyDelete
  3. bbes tribeJuly 21, 2012 at 7:24 PM

    We have been gone and missed many of your posts! So VERY sorry about K but you have so many memories that will always be with you of your time together. It is so hard when one of our family leaves us. We have found they are with us always if only in our memories of good times and pictures we have taken. Thank you so much for taking us along with you and K on your tough journey!We feel as if we were there and part of your life during this hard time. It is so sad when we have to say goodbye. We had to say goodbye to 2 Sibes and our Greyhound all within 6 months. Terrible BUT they are still with us in our memories and hearts. So it will be with K. You and K were/are such an inspiration for all of us. Thank you for sharing! You will continue in our hearts and thoughts. When we came back I was thinking of you and K and realized it was during the time you were saying goodbye until you meet later. Love you all and take care!!!
    So glad you have R and the runner to share and be with at this time!
    Mom Barb for Ernie,Sasha,Chica,Lucas and Rosie

    ReplyDelete
  4. Millie and WalterJuly 21, 2012 at 7:25 PM

    R is definitely a bright spot. You can see the love in your hugging picture.

    Cindy

    ReplyDelete
  5. ♥♥ The OP Pack ♥♥July 21, 2012 at 7:25 PM

    Ahhh, R - you are such a sweet boy - you learned well from K. We always found pouring through the photos brought so much joy to the heart despite the tears. The mutual love between you and K was so precious and so unique. Wait, not "was" - IS and always will be.

    ReplyDelete
  6. Berts BlogJuly 21, 2012 at 7:26 PM

    Now don't think that we are fickle, but we love the look of R in the first and last two photos. Seeing you with him lifts our hearts.

    I am sure that K approves of your new riding companions

    ReplyDelete
  7. NAK and The Residents of The Khottage Now With KhattleDog!July 21, 2012 at 7:35 PM

    I said during 'r'ecent months that K would teach R so many lessons prior to her leaving us -

    Maybe she felt her pupil was ready to graduate -

    Thanks for the awesome pics!

    ReplyDelete
  8. Roxanne @ Champion of My HeartJuly 21, 2012 at 7:54 PM

    Love that picture of you & R. The look on his face is priceless.

    ReplyDelete
  9. The Florida FurkidsJuly 21, 2012 at 8:17 PM

    We think K will guide R and you will be even closer now.

    The Florida Furkids and Lexi

    ReplyDelete
  10. Nancy JJuly 21, 2012 at 8:21 PM

    R will give you so much comfort, just look at the photo of you both together.He will miss K so much, and like you, he has to adjust to new days so different.Love the photo of K's expressive eyes, your photography is outstanding, and will hold many wonderful memories, bring tears, and show us all K in her beauty. Cheers, Jean.

    ReplyDelete
  11. Dachshund NolaJuly 21, 2012 at 8:50 PM

    I know just how you feel. Nola was and is my shining star after Charlotte's death. That photo of you and R is so sweet
    Nola's Mom

    ReplyDelete
  12. The Island CatsJuly 21, 2012 at 8:50 PM

    We're so glad you and R have each other.

    ReplyDelete
  13. K9 KatastrophieJuly 21, 2012 at 8:53 PM

    He looks so happy with you!

    Licks,
    Ruthie

    ReplyDelete
  14. AnonymousJuly 21, 2012 at 10:01 PM

    Ann...from..THE OUTER BANKS OF NC...said....These pictures are priceless ....they all have so much meaning...I hope you know what a brave spirit you have..and with facing the sadness.. will only make you stronger in the coming days as you give each other the comfort you need....."in the midst of quietness...the heart knows things the mind cannot begin to understand"....Give R a big hug .. my heart loves him and I wonder what he must be thinking.....

    ReplyDelete
  15. Erica of Golden Egg VintageJuly 21, 2012 at 10:38 PM

    Ahhh What a sweetie "R" is!!
    :)

    ReplyDelete
  16. houndstoothJuly 21, 2012 at 10:49 PM

    That's one of my favorite K pictures, too!

    I always love R stories! He seems like such a good-natured comedian of a dog. Those photos of him are fantastic!

    ReplyDelete
  17. sophieJuly 21, 2012 at 11:33 PM

    So very sorry for your loss. I know K was and will continue to be your heart.It looks as though R is more than willing to fill in a little. Not take the place of K, but be there to help you heal. They take our hearts don't they?

    ReplyDelete
  18. bichonpawzJuly 22, 2012 at 12:36 AM

    I know that K was the love of your life...that is how I feel about my big guy that passed away a couple of years ago. I still think of him every single day. May R bring you some comfort during these trying times. Love the picture of you two hugging!
    xo
    Jeanne with Chloe and LadyBug

    ReplyDelete
  19. SankissjuiceJuly 22, 2012 at 2:59 AM

    I really don't know what else to say except this too shall pass...you're doing great. Look up!!!! K is there smiling and wagging at you all.

    Love,
    Sankissjuice

    ReplyDelete
  20. DukeJuly 22, 2012 at 3:16 AM

    You are the best, R!

    Love ya lots,
    Mitch and Molly

    ReplyDelete
  21. ~Kim at Golden Pines~July 22, 2012 at 4:16 AM

    I've thought often of you over this past week because for me, it brings back feelings of my own recent loss of our boy Sam. I know the feeling of comfort you are feeling from 'R' and what a difference it makes at times like this. I can promise you that in time, if you choose, even though the eyes will be different there can be another who will look at you with the same intensity and love and devotion.

    ReplyDelete
  22. UnknownJuly 22, 2012 at 4:41 AM

    We love the idea of a collage of pictures of K. Take care and our thoughts are with you. Happy Sunday to you all.
    Best wishes Molly

    ReplyDelete
  23. kksJuly 22, 2012 at 5:15 AM

    and there will be many more bright spots in your life....i am still in disbelief.....my thoughts are with you during this difficult time...
    xoxo

    ReplyDelete
  24. Tama-Chan, Benny, Vidock, Violette, Ollie, Heloise, Momo, RyuJuly 22, 2012 at 5:30 AM

    There is nothing like the boundless love of a dog, be it just in memory, as K's must now be, or in the moment and full of life and vigor, as R's is now. We know you will get through this, impossible as it may be to conceive at this stage.

    ReplyDelete
  25. DexterJuly 22, 2012 at 6:01 AM

    Hard not to smile looking at R. He is stepping up and helping you through your grief.

    Mango Momma

    ReplyDelete
  26. AnonymousJuly 22, 2012 at 7:48 AM

    Lovely photos. Dogs are the best healers, glad you are finding solace in R.

    ReplyDelete
  27. Lovable LilyJuly 22, 2012 at 8:10 AM

    We can all just see that R knows what needs to be done. That beautiful picture of you and R gives us comfort that the healing process has begun.

    Good boy R!

    Hugs,
    Lily Belle

    ReplyDelete
  28. How Sam Sees ItJuly 22, 2012 at 8:14 AM

    R will help you all thru this. Sending love and hugs.

    Sam

    ReplyDelete
  29. pookyJuly 22, 2012 at 8:32 AM

    Love the photo of K. Look at the photo of you and R...."I am here for you." That is the look I see on that beautiful face. You have been in my thoughts daily. I'm glad to hear you finding some kind of solace.
    Take care♥
    Bev

    ReplyDelete
  30. Lindsjö taxarJuly 22, 2012 at 9:32 AM

    Great picture of you and R. Shows a lot of love. K:s eyes we will never forget...
    Hope you all manage the days better and better. K will always hike with you.
    Hugs from us!

    ReplyDelete
  31. Jo's WorldJuly 22, 2012 at 10:03 AM

    Lovely pics of R and you, and K as well, with the magic eyes. Dogs grieve the loss of pals just as much as we do. While we are trying to manage the loss of one pet, we are trying to help another pet cope with their loss. You are doing well, KB, and we wish you the very best.

    Jo, Stella and Zkhat

    ReplyDelete
  32. Two French BulldogsJuly 22, 2012 at 10:34 AM

    It must be so difficult. We say once a week have a "K" ride to all her favorite places.
    Benny & Lily

    ReplyDelete
  33. Hiking HoundsJuly 22, 2012 at 12:53 PM

    R is super sweet. He reminds me a bit of my Astro, happy, sweet, and sensitive. I'm sure he's missing K too and is happy to spend more time together.

    ReplyDelete
  34. White Dog BlogJuly 22, 2012 at 3:12 PM

    The power of love and the bond of family are amazing balms for the grieving soul. We hope that you all feel K spiritually running with her Pack.

    ReplyDelete
  35. fromsophiesviewJuly 22, 2012 at 6:14 PM

    R is a sweetheart and will fill that aching gap...just look at the love as you plant that big hug on him. Squeeze tighter!!!!!

    ReplyDelete
  36. ValJuly 22, 2012 at 6:17 PM

    Hi KB,
    Wonderful photos. To me it appears that R has grown wiser and knows he has an important job to do...K taught him well.
    hugs

    ReplyDelete
  37. JenJuly 22, 2012 at 7:22 PM

    I'm so thankful for R!

    ReplyDelete
  38. Tweedles -- that's meJuly 22, 2012 at 10:09 PM

    I am looking at the expression on R's face. He looks so very different.

    All the photos are again touching our hearts. The one of you and R- is tugging at me right now.

    R is saying "lean on me.
    love
    tweedles

    ReplyDelete
  39. SnowcatcherJuly 23, 2012 at 12:07 PM

    Although I know this has been an incredible loss for you, it's so good to see you relishing your moments with R. I have seen a rainbow two days in a row now, and I always think it's K smiling down on you.

    ReplyDelete
  40. Fi from Four Paws and WhiskersJuly 25, 2012 at 3:36 AM

    Been sad for you as it all seemed so sudden at the end - I thought there would be more "down" time, but so pleased for you she was really pretty active until the end.
    I adore black labs - seeing you with such a beautiful boy warms my heart as we all cope with the loss of beautiful K
    x

    ReplyDelete
  41. BassetmommaJuly 28, 2012 at 4:41 AM

    I have no words for this one. That picture of you hugging R has just tugged at my heart strings. It is so beautiful. Togetherness is the key! :)

    ReplyDelete

If you are a Blogger registered user, you can skip the step asking you to verify that you are not a spammer. For posts older than 5 days, I have comment moderation turned on.

Thanks for your comments!!!!!

Subscribe to: Post Comments (Atom)