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nikimcbee
03-14-08, 02:27 AM
I guess since subsim is practically family, I have some sad news to report. Niki McBee, the official Boston Terrier of Subsim, is rapidly approaching the end of his doggy life.:cry: Niki has a large tumor on his throat that is effecting his breathing. I took him to the vet today to have his tumor looked at again. It has grown considerably since I first noticed it. The vet tried to take samples from the tumor, but that effort failed to yield results (a diagnosis). An operation is considered too dangerous to perform because of the location of the tumor in regards to the arteries that are located in the throat. Plus the operation is out of my price range (>$3000) It is most likely (unconfirmed) that the tumor is malignant and it may be too late to do anything. So at this point the vet and I discussed euthenasia. At this point I just need to make "the decision.":cry: I don't know the time line for making this decision.
This is a very hard time for me, as I raised Niki from a puppy, so making the decision to end a friend's life is not easy.
Thanks for your support and friendship.
Ol' McBee
http://img263.imageshack.us/img263/7420/p1000010fc2.jpg (http://www.subsim.com/radioroom/)
http://img297.imageshack.us/img297/5657/nikit62la1.jpg (http://www.subsim.com/radioroom/)
So, so sorry to hear that. :cry:
danlisa
03-14-08, 03:07 AM
:cry::cry:
It's like loosing a member of the family. I'm very sorry for you.
I'm a dog lovin' person myself, so this is indeed bad news...Im so sorry, mate:cry::cry:
d@rk51d3
03-14-08, 03:43 AM
I don't know quite what to say, except, I'm sorry to hear that sad news.:cry:
Dmitry Markov
03-14-08, 04:00 AM
Sad news indeed (((
Oh no I am so sorry to hear that, Niki McBee is a subsim icon! :cry:
That's sad news indeed. Whatever you decide it will be right for you and Nikimcbee. This place won't be the same without his doggy mug everywhere.
nikimcbee
03-14-08, 05:22 AM
Thanks for the kind words and everything. I guess it really helps with the grieving process. I've always dreaded this day, but it is part of life. I never really had a dog as a kid, so when I was out on my own, this was one of the first things I did, was get a dog.
Here are some other memories of fun and adventure:
http://www.subsim.com/radioroom/showthread.php?t=132243
http://www.subsim.com/radioroom/showthread.php?t=131018
http://www.subsim.com/radioroom/showthread.php?t=106563
http://www.subsim.com/radioroom/showthread.php?t=122760
bert8for3
03-14-08, 05:37 AM
Very sorry to hear that and know what you're going through as have been there too.
Skybird
03-14-08, 05:49 AM
Leave him the time he still has without much pain, then help him to get free.
This is a very hard time for me, as I raised Niki from a puppy, so making the decision to end a friend's life is not easy.
It never is mate. :cry:
As long as he had a good life you can be proud you did your bit and had a good time with him.
ReallyDedPoet
03-14-08, 06:50 AM
Very sorry to hear that.
RDP
AVGWarhawk
03-14-08, 07:09 AM
As many dogs as I have seen in my family, and it has been plenty as my mother bred pugs for show and is a AKC judge, she always was in the thought that as long as the dog is comfortable and not in pain with a problems such as Niki has, let it be. One pug in particular had a mass growing on her leg and chest area. Could do nothing about it. She let the dog be and we kept her comfortable fat and happy until there was evidence of pain and discomfort. Niki should be handled the same way. If the little guy seems to be ok and making it around without much issue, let him be. Make him comfortable and let him enjoy what he can. When the day comes were he is in pain or life is just miserable with his cancer, then euthanasia is the one best possible thing you can do for Niki. Although the thought of euthanasia sucks, it is a avenue you can take to relieve Niki of any pain that you or the vet can not do anything about. Sorry to hear of his ailment and yes, these little guys get to be your best friend and a family member. They all have a personality of their own for sure.
Torplexed
03-14-08, 07:17 AM
At this point I just need to make "the decision.":cry: I don't know the time line for making this decision.
Aggggh! Grim news mcbee. This is a heart-rendering post. I've gone through this before. With cats mostly. Watch for signs of apathy. If he has no more enthusiasm for life, no interest in food or water it's time. It's mercy, but that doesn't make it any easier.:cry:
Now, I'll be depressed all day.
nikimcbee
03-14-08, 07:20 AM
As many dogs as I have seen in my family, and it has been plenty as my mother bred pugs for show and is a AKC judge, she always was in the thought that as long as the dog is comfortable and not in pain with a problems such as Niki has, let it be. One pug in particular had a mass growing on her leg and chest area. Could do nothing about it. She let the dog be and we kept her comfortable fat and happy until there was evidence of pain and discomfort. Niki should be handled the same way. If the little guy seems to be ok and making it around without much issue, let him be. Make him comfortable and let him enjoy what he can. When the day comes were he is in pain or life is just miserable with his cancer, then euthanasia is the one best possible thing you can do for Niki. Although the thought of euthanasia sucks, it is a avenue you can take to relieve Niki of any pain that you or the vet can not do anything about. Sorry to hear of his ailment and yes, these little guys get to be your best friend and a family member. They all have a personality of their own for sure.
The vet thinks (as do I) that the tumor is pushing on his trachia (sp). At times he sounds like he has a smokers cough. He's lost 5 pounds in his weight, which normally, that would be great, as he is a " little pudgy". But he still is active I guess, when its time to go outside, he's ready to go. It's a tough call, because he doesn't seem too miserable. The last month though, I have become very concerned for him.
SmokinTep
03-14-08, 07:24 AM
Sorry to hear about your dog. It's always a sad time when you have to say goodbye to a friend. I cried like a baby when I had to take my dog in. He was just like looking at me and all.........:cry:
nikimcbee
03-14-08, 07:24 AM
At this point I just need to make "the decision.":cry: I don't know the time line for making this decision.
Aggggh! Grim news mcbee. This is a heart-rendering post. I've gone through this before. With cats mostly. Watch for signs of apathy. If he has no more enthusiasm for life, no interest in food or water it's time. It's mercy, but that doesn't make it any easier.:cry:
Now, I'll be depressed all day.
Yeah, he hasn't hit that stage yet. I had a talk with my son when we first discovered the tumor, I guess it's time for the talk again.:cry:
nikimcbee
03-14-08, 07:26 AM
Sorry to hear about your dog. It's always a sad time when you have to say goodbye to a friend. I cried like a baby when I had to take my dog in. He was just like looking at me and all.........:cry:
When I got home from the vet, I looked up stuff about euthinasia. I didn't make it throught the second paragraph. I couldn't read anymore...
Platapus
03-14-08, 07:41 AM
A horrible decision to make, but one that is ultimately based on love.
Very sad news indeed. Very sorry to hear this.
AVGWarhawk
03-14-08, 07:53 AM
As many dogs as I have seen in my family, and it has been plenty as my mother bred pugs for show and is a AKC judge, she always was in the thought that as long as the dog is comfortable and not in pain with a problems such as Niki has, let it be. One pug in particular had a mass growing on her leg and chest area. Could do nothing about it. She let the dog be and we kept her comfortable fat and happy until there was evidence of pain and discomfort. Niki should be handled the same way. If the little guy seems to be ok and making it around without much issue, let him be. Make him comfortable and let him enjoy what he can. When the day comes were he is in pain or life is just miserable with his cancer, then euthanasia is the one best possible thing you can do for Niki. Although the thought of euthanasia sucks, it is a avenue you can take to relieve Niki of any pain that you or the vet can not do anything about. Sorry to hear of his ailment and yes, these little guys get to be your best friend and a family member. They all have a personality of their own for sure.
The vet thinks (as do I) that the tumor is pushing on his trachia (sp). At times he sounds like he has a smokers cough. He's lost 5 pounds in his weight, which normally, that would be great, as he is a " little pudgy". But he still is active I guess, when its time to go outside, he's ready to go. It's a tough call, because he doesn't seem too miserable. The last month though, I have become very concerned for him.
That is the thing, Niki is still active, goes outside. He experiences some discomfort every now and then from the sound of it. By your description he sounds somewhat ok with exception of the growth making him cough. Keep him comfortable and happy. He will tell you when things are not so great. Dogs have a way of doing that. It is a crappy situation no doubt. Do the best you can because that is all anyone can ask of you, even Niki.
nikimcbee
03-14-08, 08:20 AM
As many dogs as I have seen in my family, and it has been plenty as my mother bred pugs for show and is a AKC judge, she always was in the thought that as long as the dog is comfortable and not in pain with a problems such as Niki has, let it be. One pug in particular had a mass growing on her leg and chest area. Could do nothing about it. She let the dog be and we kept her comfortable fat and happy until there was evidence of pain and discomfort. Niki should be handled the same way. If the little guy seems to be ok and making it around without much issue, let him be. Make him comfortable and let him enjoy what he can. When the day comes were he is in pain or life is just miserable with his cancer, then euthanasia is the one best possible thing you can do for Niki. Although the thought of euthanasia sucks, it is a avenue you can take to relieve Niki of any pain that you or the vet can not do anything about. Sorry to hear of his ailment and yes, these little guys get to be your best friend and a family member. They all have a personality of their own for sure.
The vet thinks (as do I) that the tumor is pushing on his trachia (sp). At times he sounds like he has a smokers cough. He's lost 5 pounds in his weight, which normally, that would be great, as he is a " little pudgy". But he still is active I guess, when its time to go outside, he's ready to go. It's a tough call, because he doesn't seem too miserable. The last month though, I have become very concerned for him.
That is the thing, Niki is still active, goes outside. He experiences some discomfort every now and then from the sound of it. By your description he sounds somewhat ok with exception of the growth making him cough. Keep him comfortable and happy. He will tell you when things are not so great. Dogs have a way of doing that. It is a crappy situation no doubt. Do the best you can because that is all anyone can ask of you, even Niki.
It's been kinda hard to watch him grow old. ...watching the black fur turn grey, his eyesite fade, etc.
Kapitan_Phillips
03-14-08, 08:45 AM
I'm so sorry :cry:
I agree with everyone else, let him enjoy what he can whilst he's not in pain, then set him free so he can pass the torch :yep:
AVGWarhawk
03-14-08, 08:49 AM
As many dogs as I have seen in my family, and it has been plenty as my mother bred pugs for show and is a AKC judge, she always was in the thought that as long as the dog is comfortable and not in pain with a problems such as Niki has, let it be. One pug in particular had a mass growing on her leg and chest area. Could do nothing about it. She let the dog be and we kept her comfortable fat and happy until there was evidence of pain and discomfort. Niki should be handled the same way. If the little guy seems to be ok and making it around without much issue, let him be. Make him comfortable and let him enjoy what he can. When the day comes were he is in pain or life is just miserable with his cancer, then euthanasia is the one best possible thing you can do for Niki. Although the thought of euthanasia sucks, it is a avenue you can take to relieve Niki of any pain that you or the vet can not do anything about. Sorry to hear of his ailment and yes, these little guys get to be your best friend and a family member. They all have a personality of their own for sure.
The vet thinks (as do I) that the tumor is pushing on his trachia (sp). At times he sounds like he has a smokers cough. He's lost 5 pounds in his weight, which normally, that would be great, as he is a " little pudgy". But he still is active I guess, when its time to go outside, he's ready to go. It's a tough call, because he doesn't seem too miserable. The last month though, I have become very concerned for him.
That is the thing, Niki is still active, goes outside. He experiences some discomfort every now and then from the sound of it. By your description he sounds somewhat ok with exception of the growth making him cough. Keep him comfortable and happy. He will tell you when things are not so great. Dogs have a way of doing that. It is a crappy situation no doubt. Do the best you can because that is all anyone can ask of you, even Niki.
It's been kinda hard to watch him grow old. ...watching the black fur turn grey, his eyesite fade, etc.
What can I say, this is part of life. It does not mean you have to like it or accept it. You just need to acknowlege that it happens. I'm watching my 73 year old dad fall apart. He takes more medication then the drug store has to offer. Three heart attacks and one congestive heart failure. Now, his liver is failing. You expect these things with age I guess. Same with Niki, up in age, ailments to follow. It does not make it better but you can take comfort in fact Niki lived a long life. I take comfort in the fact my Dad made 73 and still ticking after this many heart problems. He has traveled the world with my mom in his retirement. It is the lives that get cut short that throw you for a loop.
Konovalov
03-14-08, 09:01 AM
I'm so sorry to hear the bad news concering your close mate and compaion Niki. :down:
Been a dog lover all my life and we have always had dogs in the family. I have two back home in Australia, a female Dalmation named Ali and an Aussie Blue Heeler cattle dog named zack who run around a huge property.
Only you with the aid of the vets advice can make the call as to when your buddies quality of life has past that point when it is time for him to go to that better place called doggy paradise. It's darn obvious how much you love him and have looked after him so your judgement will be right. Stay strong. :yep:
HunterICX
03-14-08, 09:02 AM
Sad news indeed,
we lost our german shepard to a tumor as wel more then a year ago, the last days where just too painfull. but you will know when the time is right and give him his earned eternal rest.
be strong Nikimcbee
HunterICX
Sailor Steve
03-14-08, 10:27 AM
J, I've lost a few wolfie friends myself over the years, and I still remember them all fondly. I can't add anything to what anyone else has said, but I'll have you two in my thoughts.
@ AVHWarhawk: I really feel your pain. My dad has managed to make 80, and is in good health, but he has Parkinson's disease. It's not the illness that's bad in this case, it's the cure. My sister says that some days he goes out and plays golf, and others he doesn't remember who he is. It's only a matter of time, and I can't even be there. I do call him as often as I can, though.
AVGWarhawk
03-14-08, 12:25 PM
@ AVHWarhawk: I really feel your pain. My dad has managed to make 80, and is in good health, but he has Parkinson's disease. It's not the illness that's bad in this case, it's the cure. My sister says that some days he goes out and plays golf, and others he doesn't remember who he is. It's only a matter of time, and I can't even be there. I do call him as often as I can, though.
At this age, you expect things like this. So it is not as upsetting. My wifes parents died at age 50(mom) and age 54(dad) from cancer. These are the ones that throw for the loop.
I'm sure Niki is in good hands and the right decisions will be made. Besides, he will the coolest doggie in Doggie Paradise....what other Boston Terrier can claim to manning a tank or come face to face with rock crabs?
Zayphod
03-14-08, 12:56 PM
Not just this family, but any family. Dogs are family, period, and it breaks one's heart to see this thing happen.
My sympathy to you, sir, as one dog lover to another.
Steel_Tomb
03-14-08, 01:06 PM
Sorry to hear that, I hope it has a nice afterlife in doggy heaven!:yep:
What makes me so angry though, is that when a dog is suffering, you can put it to sleep so it passes away peacefully. When it comes to an human being however, even though they're suffering... you can't let them pass away. Wheres the humanity in that? Surely, if its ok for a dog, it should be equally suitable to end a persons suffering?:damn:
mrbeast
03-14-08, 01:26 PM
I'm very sad to hear this news.
We've had many dogs in our family and every one was a much loved character like Nikimcbee. Its sad to see them go but I always console myself with the fact that I know that they were all loved, looked after, had a good home and most important of all were part of a family.
Takeda Shingen
03-14-08, 02:51 PM
This is truly sad news. I had to make a similar decision with my beagle, Dexter, several years ago. You have my most sincere sympathy.
The only replacement for a dog is another dog.Get a puppy,have you tried an English Cocker Spaniel?http://www.dogstuff.info/cocker_spaniel_english_profile_files/image003.jpg
SUBMAN1
03-14-08, 04:39 PM
:cry::cry:
I was dreading this too. Niki is definitely a true subsim character, and while I don't mean to diminish the human loss in these latter too, the bad news we got about him is now next to the bad news we got about Dave and Abraham in the last year :(
He's got character. I really hope he can indicate to you himself what is best for him next. I too would lean toward letting nature take its course, as long as he's relatively comfortable and isn't suffering. Very sad either way.
Jimbuna
03-14-08, 08:30 PM
I'm finding it difficult to find the words to express how devastated I am for Niki and you.
My thoughts and prayers are for you both at this difficult time :cry:
JSLTIGER
03-14-08, 09:08 PM
I feel your pain, having gone through a similar situation a few days before X-mas '06. My dog (see pic below) was diagnosed with cancer in her leg after we'd noticed her limping for a week. The vet had initially said that it was just hip displaysia, but it turned out that she was limping because the cancer had destroyed her bones. It's an incredibly tough thing to live through, and an incredibly hard decision to make. I still miss her like crazy having grown up with her from the time that I was 9 until I was 20. One can only understand exactly what you're feeling if they've been through it themselves. It's an incredibly heart-wrenching situation. I do not envy your position.
Sandy (June 24, 1995-December 21, 2006):
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nikimcbee
03-15-08, 12:49 AM
Again, I just want to thank you guys for the kind thoughts and words. It really helped last night, as I work in a lab and there was nothing going on. I had plenty of time to think about the situation. I decided to put an extra emphsis on enjoying our time together and not just "giving up." I've kinda been through this before when my grand parents passed away. The big difference was I didn't see the change on a daily basis. It was very painful for my extended family as the alzheimers ran its course and my grandma eventually recogonized nobody.:cry:
When I got home from work, I found myself scratching his head a little longer than usual. I decided not to worry about a timeline and I figure Niki will let me know when its time to go. Until then, the tumor doesn't exist and isn't going to interrupt our time together.
Stealth Hunter
03-15-08, 01:21 AM
I'm so sorry to hear that, mate.:(
kiwi_2005
03-15-08, 05:16 AM
Not good to hear about your dog man.
What Linton said when your ready to get another dog the English Cocker Spaniel is a good choice, neighbour has one everytime im over there i can't help but pick it up and give it a big hug.:oops: But yeah nothing will replace your dog but having another will help.
AVGWarhawk
03-15-08, 07:24 AM
I decided to put an extra emphsis on enjoying our time together and not just "giving up."
When I got home from work, I found myself scratching his head a little longer than usual. I decided not to worry about a timeline and I figure Niki will let me know when its time to go. Until then, the tumor doesn't exist and isn't going to interrupt our time together.
That's the spirit! Hang in there!
Jimbuna
03-15-08, 08:31 AM
I'm sure you both have a great deal of quality time together to look forward to http://www.psionguild.org/forums/images/smilies/wolfsmilies/thumbsup.gif
Kapitan_Phillips
03-15-08, 08:40 AM
Not to mention sea monsters to growl at!
I guess since subsim is practically family, I have some sad news to report. Niki McBee, the official Boston Terrier of Subsim, is rapidly approaching the end of his doggy life.:cry: Niki has a large tumor on his throat that is effecting his breathing. I took him to the vet today to have his tumor looked at again. It has grown considerably since I first noticed it. The vet tried to take samples from the tumor, but that effort failed to yield results (a diagnosis). An operation is considered too dangerous to perform because of the location of the tumor in regards to the arteries that are located in the throat. Plus the operation is out of my price range (>$3000) It is most likely (unconfirmed) that the tumor is malignant and it may be too late to do anything. So at this point the vet and I discussed euthenasia. At this point I just need to make "the decision.":cry: I don't know the time line for making this decision.
This is a very hard time for me, as I raised Niki from a puppy, so making the decision to end a friend's life is not easy.
Thanks for your support and friendship.
Ol' McBee
http://img263.imageshack.us/img263/7420/p1000010fc2.jpg (http://www.subsim.com/radioroom/)
http://img297.imageshack.us/img297/5657/nikit62la1.jpg (http://www.subsim.com/radioroom/)
sorry to hear that, breaks my heart , i also have a dog my best friend
Platapus
03-15-08, 12:59 PM
I am not ashamed to admit that I, a big tough old combat vet, cry when I read this. I hope it will provide some comfort to you in this tragic time.
The Rainbow Bridge
Just this side of heaven is a place called Rainbow Bridge.
When an animal dies that has been especially close to someone here, that pet goes to Rainbow Bridge.
There are meadows and hills for all of our special friends so they can run and play together.
There is plenty of food, water and sunshine, and our friends are warm and comfortable.
All the animals who had been ill and old are restored to health and vigor; those who were hurt or maimed are made whole and strong again, just as we remember them in our dreams of days and times gone by.
The animals are happy and content, except for one small thing; they each miss someone very special to them, who had to be left behind.
They all run and play together, but the day comes when one suddenly stops and looks into the distance. His bright eyes are intent; His eager body quivers. Suddenly he begins to run from the group, flying over the green grass, his legs carrying him faster and faster.
You have been spotted, and when you and your special friend finally meet, you cling together in joyous reunion, never to be parted again. The happy kisses rain upon your face; your hands again caress the beloved head, and you look once more into the trusting eyes of your pet, so long gone from your life but never absent from your heart.
Then you cross Rainbow Bridge together....
Author unknown...
When your pet's time has come and past, you will know that, in your dog, you have received the purest and truest love out there. You have been blessed.
sunvalleyslim
03-15-08, 01:10 PM
Very sad news, life has a way of making some decisions very hard. You will know when the time is right.......but it will never be easy..........I'm sure anyone here would like to give you a big hug for comfort.........
bookworm_020
03-16-08, 07:42 PM
Ny thoughts are with you. I Agree with spending as much time as you can and making sure that it is quality time. :up:
My Father in Law is fighting Blood Cancer at the moment and has just gone back into hospital for more treatment. He Needs to get a bone marrow transplant (his own will be used after it's "cleaned"), but before that he has to have has back fixed due to the damage the cancer has caused. My Wife is stressed over this, he's 59 and has always been fit and strong.
Sorry to hear about that nikimcbee, it's never easy to say goodbye to such a good friend, but they never truly leave us. I'll be thinking of you.
Take care.
Jimbuna
03-17-08, 08:37 AM
I am not ashamed to admit that I, a big tough old combat vet, cry when I read this. I hope it will provide some comfort to you in this tragic time.
The Rainbow Bridge
Just this side of heaven is a place called Rainbow Bridge.
When an animal dies that has been especially close to someone here, that pet goes to Rainbow Bridge.
There are meadows and hills for all of our special friends so they can run and play together.
There is plenty of food, water and sunshine, and our friends are warm and comfortable.
All the animals who had been ill and old are restored to health and vigor; those who were hurt or maimed are made whole and strong again, just as we remember them in our dreams of days and times gone by.
The animals are happy and content, except for one small thing; they each miss someone very special to them, who had to be left behind.
They all run and play together, but the day comes when one suddenly stops and looks into the distance. His bright eyes are intent; His eager body quivers. Suddenly he begins to run from the group, flying over the green grass, his legs carrying him faster and faster.
You have been spotted, and when you and your special friend finally meet, you cling together in joyous reunion, never to be parted again. The happy kisses rain upon your face; your hands again caress the beloved head, and you look once more into the trusting eyes of your pet, so long gone from your life but never absent from your heart.
Then you cross Rainbow Bridge together....
Author unknown...
When your pet's time has come and past, you will know that, in your dog, you have received the purest and truest love out there. You have been blessed.
Just gotta say how deeply moved I was by this wonderful piece. We have a dog at home so it's inevitable that our testing time will come one day.
peterloo
03-17-08, 10:07 AM
I am sorry to hear that your dog is suffering from a terminal disease.
Just don't give up. When there's life, there's always hope!
Hope that the dog gets well soon, and most importantly, the memory of him lasts forever in this forum despite his possible departure in the future
Hope you get well soon. I hope your dog enters the heaven with his pain gone. Perhaps this is the best way to end his pain.
May God bless you in this difficult time.
Here's one of those feel good stories that i've always liked:
A man and his dog were walking along a road.
The man was enjoying the scenery, when it suddenly occurred to him that he was dead. He remembered dying, and that the dog had been dead for years. He wondered where the road was leading them. After a while, they came to a high, white stone wall along one side of the road. It looked like fine marble.
At the top of a long hill, it was broken by a tall arch that glowed in the sunlight. When he was standing before it, he saw a magnificent gate in the arch that looked like mother of pearl, and the street that led to the gate looked like pure gold. He and the dog walked toward the gate, and as he got closer, he saw a man at a desk to one side. When he was close enough, he called out, "Excuse me, where are we?"
"This is heaven, sir," the man answered.
"Wow! Would you happen to have some water?" The man asked.
"Of course, sir. Come right in, and I'll have some ice water brought right up." The man gestured, and the gate began to open.
"Can my friend," gesturing toward his dog, "come in, too?" The traveler asked.
"I'm sorry; sir, but we don't accept pets."
The man thought a moment and then turned back toward the road and continued the way he had been going.
After another long walk, and at the top of another long hill, he came to a dirt road which led through a farm gate that looked as if it had never been closed. There was no fence. As he approached the gate, he saw a man inside, leaning against a tree and reading a book.
"Excuse me!" He called to the reader. "Do you have any water?"
"Yeah, sure, there's a pump over there" The man pointed to a place that couldn't be seen from outside the gate. "Come on in."
"How about my friend here?" The traveler gestured to the dog.
"There should be a bowl by the pump."
They went through the gate, and sure enough, there was an old fashioned hand pump with a bowl beside it. The traveler filled the bowl and took a long drink himself, then he gave some to the dog. When they were full, he and the dog walked back toward the man who was standing by the tree waiting for them.
"What do you call this place?" The traveler asked.
"This is heaven," was the answer.
"Well, that's confusing," the traveler said. "The man down the road said that was heaven, too."
"Oh, you mean the place with the Gold Street and pearly gates? Nope.
That's hell."
"Doesn't it make you mad for them to use your name like that?"
"No. I can see how you might think so, but we're just happy that they screen out the folks who'll leave their best friends behind."
Jimbuna
03-17-08, 12:30 PM
Nice one :yep:
Kapitan
03-17-08, 01:04 PM
I think we should have a subsim board of honours list for the deceased members of the forum so they wont be forgotten.
August, best story I've read this month, good stuff mate, good stuff... :up:
Platapus
03-17-08, 04:13 PM
August,
One of my favourite stories. :up:
bookworm_020
03-17-08, 07:30 PM
I think we should have a subsim board of honours list for the deceased members of the forum so they wont be forgotten.
Agree, this would be a good idea, then there would be one place to come instead of multiple threads in different forums.:yep:
Jimbuna
03-18-08, 09:19 AM
I think we should have a subsim board of honours list for the deceased members of the forum so they wont be forgotten.
Agree, this would be a good idea, then there would be one place to come instead of multiple threads in different forums.:yep:
I should imagine this could be done if there's enough support for it. :yep:
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