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In Loving Memory of Sweet Rio

In loving memory of my best friend and most faithful companion ***Rio***
I lost a special friend today. The kind you can't replace, and looking at his empty bed I can still see his face. I see the endless energy & sparkling puppy eyes. Not the tired, fragile friend I had to bid goodbye. I know Rio is in a special place our Lord has for such friends. Where meadows, fields, and flowers help make them strong and whole again. This special place our Lord has made health & strength wait for him there.
So, with my very special friend I am sending all my prayers. I remember how Rio would run to me to play and how his eyes would light up when he heard me call his name. But, as those precious years went by and we both aged and grew, I'd find him often slowing down. But, we had still so much to do. I noticed in the recent times his ears were not as sharp, his little black eyes seemed distant. Where is that running white ball of fur...the years have shown their mark. Rio was a special dog. I know he gave it his best. My little Rio was a real trooper till the very end. But, as I looked deep into his eyes I knew it was time for Rio to rest. Rio was my best friend for 12 years and I thank him for taking care of me all those years. I know Rio is watching over me. He'll be with me when I cry. So, with one more kiss on his beloved head I told my Rio goodbye. You will be missed Rio.
May 23, 1996 - June 28, 2008
To know love and companionship of a pet is one of life's joy's.

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Permalink Reply by Maltese Mom on November 5, 2009 at 3:44pm: Thinking of Sweet Rio today....with the holidays approaching its only natural that I wish Rio were here.; ▶ Reply to This

Permalink Reply by Caryn Wilson on November 6, 2009 at 5:59pm: I know what you're feeling. I dread the holidays because this will be the first year without my little Tillie Marie. She loved it when I put up the Christmas tree and pulled out the decorations. She had to sniff every one of them before I placed them on the tree. She made it so special with all her excitement. Now she's gone and I will have a tough time this year. I will miss buying her another toy and another sweater. Of course we miss their precious little faces. Maltese mom I don't know how you do it! Rio had the sweetest, cutest face so very precious!; ▶ Reply to This

Permalink Reply by Maltese Mom on November 6, 2009 at 6:09pm: We must be on the same wave length...I just emailed you about Tillie. She looked like a beautiful snowball.
Its difficult...but my little Oliver helps and comforts me. Thank God for Oliver.; ▶ Reply to This

Permalink Reply by Maltese Mom on November 16, 2009 at 4:33pm: I was thinking of Rio today and decided to read my tribute. Always brings a tear to my eye.; ▶ Reply to This

Permalink Reply by Priscilla Maynard-Correia on November 21, 2009 at 2:26pm: I am so sorry to hear about Rio! People who don't have animals think we are nuts. I think they are!! These animals we have become family; children to us and the loss is deeply felt! Please accept our condolences. Priscilla, Timber, Wolfgang, Trouble, Samson, Delilah, Spunky, Snowshoes, Mitzi, Charlie and Rudolfo; ▶ Reply to This

Permalink Reply by Maltese Mom on December 2, 2009 at 5:13pm: The holidays are here. I find myself thinking of Rio and remembering how much he loved Christmas.; ▶ Reply to This