Rainbow Bridge...

Lucille "Lucy" Borne 2010-2011

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....

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Our evening last night started out with merriment and the joy of being together.  With a scream, "Lucy ... there's something wrong with Lucy," our focus immediately changed to the little hamster who had brought so much joy to the Borne family.  Today, I want to pay homage to the little redhead who touched so many hearts.

Lucy was christened Lucille Borne after the famous redheaded actress Lucille Ball.  She was a perky little rascal ... gentle, never aggressive.  Although she slept a lot during the day, she became alive in the evening offering the family many chances to watch her roll around on the floor in her ball, hold her, and snuggle with her.  She was famous for her friendliness!

There are many who would say, ugh ... rodent ... but, to her family, Lucy was special.  Instead of allowing her to die alone, she was held and loved until she took her last gasps of air.  Each member of the family was able to say their good-byes.

Katrina wrote a book about little Lucy telling her how special she was and how she wanted her to get well.  Her sensitivity was an inspiration to all of us.  How do we as parents and grandparents explain death to a child?  All we could do is cry, hug each other and talk about how important Lucy had been.  I could picture Lucy in heaven with God doing the "hamster dance".

Jane lined a box with soft tissue and we held a funeral for Lucy in the backyard and buried her under a tree. We all gathered around, held hands, and Katrina gave the prayer and eulogy celebrating Lucy's life.  "Dear God, Lucy was a good hamster, she was my friend and I loved her very much.  I know you will love her as much as I do.  I will miss her." 

Why am I dedicating this blog to Lucy?  Because no matter how small she was, God had a purpose for Lucy and she fulfilled that purpose of bringing together a family.  She will be missed by many who cared for her and about her.  Lucy was a celebrity in her own right!!



Lucy & Friends




Lucy & Madison





Lucy & Katrina

Consider this a hug your pet day!  Always remember you are loved and prayed for ... YA YOU!!