Dearest Rosy,
I'm sorry I had to leave without saying a proper goodbye. The owies and itchies were just too much and I heard Angel Dory calling me to the beautiful land of no more pain. I sure have missed Dory, it will be wonderful to see her again. Don't worry, Mama and Daddy were holding me, petting me and telling me how much they loved me as I left for the Rainbow Bridge. I know they will be extra sad for awhile, so make sure you give them lots of extra snuggles and kisses.
Take good care of Jakey and Sunny and show them how much fun CeCe can be. I know I am leaving before showing everyone our latest adventure. Don't let Mama skip telling everyone about it. We had a great time, and it was the best road trip finale a guy could ask for.
Tell Mabel I love her, we had so many great adventures together both virtually and in the furs!
In fact, please let Blogville know how much I will miss them. It was such an honor to be the Mayor of such a fun and loving community. I am looking forward to having margaritas with Ruby and visiting Tucker's Everlasting Buffet! I can't wait to see to see Bilbo, Bailey, Hazel, Mango, Dexter, Sasha, Dennis, Trixie, Sugar, Declan, Lexi, Emma, Madi, Casey, Jessie, Whitley, Finley, Big Boy, Pocket, Foley and so many other Blogville Angels. Imagine the Thanksgiving pawty we'll be having! I am so lucky to have known you all and shared so many fun times with you all.
I know it's hard to say goodbye, but we will see each other again someday and I will always live furrever in your heart. I know you'll be a very good girl...and you'll be the bestest big sister ever!
Your loving brother,
Arty
Arty Christians
05/31/10-11/11/21
From Mama: We will be taking the next few days off from blogging and will be back later in the week for a Special Nature Friday.
Thanks so much to Ann at Zoolatry for the
wonderful Memorial badges
Me and momma wuz so sad to hear bout ya going to da Rainbow Bridge Arty, but we know ya is gonna have a wonderful Thanksgiving party there wif all da other angel pups. Just don't let Finley steal all da turkey, BOL.
ReplyDeleteWe're gonna miss ya a lot. Big hugs and westie kisses for your momma and daddy and your siblings. <3
What a lovely letter, but of course we can't help feeling so sad that Arty had to leave us too soon and too suddenly. 'A life well lived' sums it up perfectly and all those of us who remember his great contribution during his term as Mayor of Blogville will always smile as we think of the fun we had together.
ReplyDeleteSending love and hugs to Rosy, Jakey, Sunny and their wonderful Mama and Daddy as you all come to terms with this sad change.
Gail and Bertie xxx
PS from Gail: A year ago I would never have guessed that Bertie would outlive Arty. How randomly lives unfold.
Deleteour tears are running like crazy... there are so much memories with your Arty boy...
ReplyDeleteMom's eyes are leaking once again. We will miss you, Arty. Friends forever♥
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ReplyDeleteDear Beth, Ed, Rosy Jakey and Sunny
ReplyDeleteMy deepest sympathy and understanding of your tremendous loss. When I met you, Arty and Dory
in 2016 I truly understood the meaning of '3 peas in a pod'. The love in your eyes for each other lit up the room.
Dear Arty,
Bless your sweet heart what a lovely letter to Rosy and it was so YOU. Always making sure your gang was A OK. Meeting you and Dory and Mama was the absolute highlight of 2016. Getting to see your love for one another. When I held Dory you stayed right at me feet to make sure I did it right!! I will always think of you when I feel a gentle ocean breeze or
have sand between my toes. Run free dear sweet boy.
Normally I describe a friend by making words out of the letters in their name. Today I'd like to use the beaches to describe Arty.
Beaches
Beth's traveling buddy and best poser
Ever so devoted to his family
Adventure was your middle name
Constantly bringing smiles to everyone
He looked so dapper in hats...ALL HATS
Eternally in the hearts of all who knew you
Sunshine on your shoulders and sand between your toes made you HAPPY
With love and hugs to you and your pack
Cecilia and Bryan
ps Pardon the deletion above, I made a typo in the above comment
I was here earlier but couldn't see to comment though all of the tears, they're starting again. We all enjoyed your adventures Arty and we always, always loved seeing your handsome self. We sure will be missing you. Hugs and love to your most special family from all of us here.
ReplyDeleteSo sorry for your loss. They are part of your family and you grieve for them. Sending hugs and prayers to you during this sad time. πππ
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ReplyDeleteOh angel Arty - can you see this screen as I type - because I can't. My eyes are worse than that Scottish sky right now. All of us, your Blogville pals, are hurting at your departure... but in no way could that match the sadness that must be felt in your own furmily just now. Do put on your wings from time to time and visit us through the ether, won't you? With very special hugs and wags, YAM-aunty xxx
Oh no. I'm so very sorry for our loss of precious Arty.
ReplyDeleteBig healing hugs. He was loved by many. ♥
What a lovely letter to your sister, Arty. We are so sad to hear that you have gone to the Bridge but are comforted to know you will not be hurting any longer. You leave behind a wonderful legacy of your time in Blogville. Our paws are crossed and we are sending big hugs to all your family. We will miss you and your dapper outfits.
ReplyDeleteWe saw this on Facebook and Mom got all teary eyed and we are all teary eyed again reading this letter. It came as such a shock to hear you are gone, and we know how much all your hearts are aching right now. Dory will be happy to be with Arty again, but those you left behind will miss you so much. We will miss your sportiness for sure as well as your love of adventure. GBGV hugs to your parents and siblings.
ReplyDeleteThe tears are flowing again here. We still can't believe you are gone, Arty. But we know that you are very happy now reunited with Dory and Bilbo and having fun with all our Angels. We hope you have found a beautiful ocean there for you to sit by and be happy. You performed your work on earth admirably, and we are very grateful to you for the many wonderful memories we have had of good times in Blogville and a gazillion happy posts on our blog. We are sending great big hugs and gentle woos to all of your family, human and furry.
ReplyDeleteHugs and woos - Lightning, Misty, Timber and Mom
Arty, you were the last Mayor of Blogville. Angel Lexi will be welcoming you, and I am sure she will ask if you want to compete with her for the first Mayor in the heavenly realm.
ReplyDeleteBeth, and family, we will keep you close in thought and prayer during this time of grief.
Amy, Lucy, Xena, Chia and Riley
My dearest Arty, I want you to know you were the bestest sweetheart a girl could have asked for. A gentleman that always made me feel like the most special girl in the world. Thank you for all the wonderful times we had, especially the zoomies in my yard when we first met in the furs.
ReplyDeleteMom, Hilda and I are sending love to your Mom & Dad, Jakey, Rosy and Sunny.
You are in my heart Arty and I will love you forever and see you again someday
xxoo
Your gal
Mabel
Lots of distant reiki healing hugs ~ so hard to lose our furry friends and Arty is adorable ~ loving memories I am sure ~ Xo
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A ShutterBug Explores,
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Oh Arty, my heart is broken. Tears were shed. You are/will be missed. Hugs to your family and all Arty friends on blogville and your special girl Mabel.
ReplyDeleteRun free over the Rainbow Bridge Arty. I know our Bailey will be there to say Hello to another Blogville friend.
ReplyDeletePeace and love to your family. It is always hard to loose one of our fur family.
Charlee: "We're very sorry to hear that Arty has had to go over the Rainbow Bridge, but, wow, what a reunion he will be having there with all his friends!"
ReplyDeleteChaplin: "Be sure to tell Dennis we miss him!"
Lulu: "I am sending you all lots of fluffy tail wags right now!"
Charlee: "And we Hipsters send lots of purrs!"
We were so sorry to hear about Arty's passing. We will miss him so much buts we nose he is in da bestest company at the rainbow bridge. Sending lots of big hugs and kisses to you all!!
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Matt & Matilda
We're so sad to hear about Arty this morning. What a cute, smart pup he was! Hugs to your family.
ReplyDeleteWhat a beautiful tribute to sweet Arty. I am so very sorry for your loss. Sending Hugs your way.
ReplyDeleteI am so sorry. XO
ReplyDeleteIts hard for me to see what I am typing, even though I knew about this a few days ago, this is still so hard to read, what a wonderful letter to your family and I want you to tell Big Boy how much we miss him, as much as your mama misses you.. say hello to the ones who know our family and hug them all with hugs and kisses from Beau and his Mama.. Beth my heart aches with yours
ReplyDeleteWe are so sorry to read this - ut we know he is running the beach again with all of his friends over there !
ReplyDeleteOh so lovely and sad
ReplyDeleteWe are just heartbroken to hear you joined so many great Blogville friends. No doubt Angel Sam greated you at the gates-he always was a good greeter. Know we're sending loads of loving thoughts of comfort to you and your pawrents. Ear and belly rubs for Rosy, Sunny and Jakey. ❤️π©Ή
ReplyDeleteBeth, I was so heartbroken hearing the news about Arty from Ann a few days ago. He was also one of the regular Blogville icons that we'll never forget. I'm so sorry for your loss.
ReplyDeleteArty, run young and itch-free at the Bridge and please say HI to Amber for me.
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With tears in our eyes, we join the community of people pausing to remember a remarkable pup. Arty - thank you for sharing your adventures and back dear. To your Lady, thank you for sharing this wonderful pup with us. He will always live in our hearts. Run free Arty. Until we meet again. Lee, Phod and the people
ReplyDeleteWe are so very sorry to hear about Artie. We sure do have many memories of blog times together. Rest In Peace Artie and big hugs to our Chloe and LadyBug for us. Many hugs and prayers for your family. Love, Jeanne, Juliet and Romey
ReplyDeleteSo sorry that Arty ad to leave n a hurry...but he sure woofed a wonderful letter to his sisfur and furends.
ReplyDeleteArty sure was a very special and beloved, precious pup.
Dalton & Benji asked me to make a memento for you as well, so I have just sent them va email. They will be in our blog, too.
Sending much love and big tight hugs at this difficult time.
((((( ♥ )))))
My heart hurts for all of you. I know how much you all miss Arty. I do too. I loved reading about him over the years. I am sending you lots of love as you all try to adjust to this tough loss.
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Such a devastating loss. We are so sorry. We loved all his adventures. Thank you for sharing his life with us. Here are some words I have written about grief.
ReplyDeleteYou are now undertaking the long journey through grief. While others may share that grief we all walk it alone. There are no right or wrong paths, no proper way to carry oneself on the trek, no set amount of time to complete it. Some steps will come easier than others. There will be rogue waves of grief that you won’t see coming, and knock you back days. But you will come through it. If you get lost let us know. We have been through it before and we might be able to help you find the way out.
I am so sorry for your loss and send my condolences.
ReplyDeleteI just have tears. I will miss Arty. Thank you for blogging and sharing all your adventures with people like me. ((hugs))
ReplyDeleteI’m very sorry that Arty had to go. But he must have had a wonderful and love-filled life. Who could ask for more? Godspeed, Arty, and God bless the many who will miss you.
ReplyDeleteDeer LLB gang wee are furry sad that arty has gone to Purr Land! Hee sure was a lovelee Poochie doggie....
ReplyDeleteWee are furry sorry fore yore loss. May yore fotoss an memoreess comfert you an for ever.
Run free Arty an if you meet 'angel' Unkell Purrince Siddhartha an 'ange;' auntyss NYLABLUE or Mingflower give them all mee LOVE!!
~~head rubss~~ BellaDharma~~ an (((huggiess))) BellaSita Mum
Arty, you will be missed horribly. Nobody could want you here in pain so if your suffering is easied by crossing the bridge. We will take comfort in that. You will be remembered.
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ReplyDeleteArty was such a hoot. However, when pain starts to rule one's actions. that makes life very difficult. Arty will always be remembered as he was such fun. My thoughts and power of the paw are with you .
So sorry for the loss of your sweet ArtyπΏSoft Pawkisses to comfort youπΎπ½π
ReplyDeleteFly free beautiful Soul✨
We are so sorry Arty had to go. Our hearts break for your whole family. ♥
ReplyDeleteI put Arty Forever in my Angels tab in my Navigation bar.
ReplyDeleteBig healing hugs from me to you whenever you need them. ♥
We are so sorry to hear the sad news about Arty. He will be so missed by everyone, but now he is at peace and no longer in pain.
ReplyDeleteInca and her human
We were so very sorry to hear about Arty. He was very special to us all and a wonderful Mayor. Purrs of comfort and paws of sympathy from all of us here at ATCAD
ReplyDeleteI am so sorry to hear about Arty. Even though I didn’t know him well, I can tell how much he was loved by so many. Sending purrs of comfort to all who are missing him so much. ~Ernie
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