In Loving Memory of Petunia.

1. Martin Lopez
   March 7th, 2006 at 1:59 pm

   I'm sorry for your dog's death, and good that you had such a good time together on her last days.

   Neatorama is amazing, so cool. I'm an asidous reader and I understand your silence.

   Carry on the good work carry on the smiles!

   Good luck!

2. Militantplatypus
   March 7th, 2006 at 2:17 pm

   I am really sorry to hear about Petunia. I hope that she lived a good long life and that she was happy. I know all too well what it is like to loose a friend, and wish you both all the best!

3. John
   March 7th, 2006 at 2:20 pm

   My sympathy goes out to you, Alex & Tiffany. I recently lost a dear pet, too. Take the week off, if you want, it's cool.

4. Sahan
   March 7th, 2006 at 2:34 pm

   My sympathies for you both. I wish the best in getting through these days.

5. Erin Z
   March 7th, 2006 at 2:37 pm

   My heart goes out to you both. I am truely sorry to hear of your loss.

6. sophie
   March 7th, 2006 at 2:47 pm

   My thoughts are with you. (((hugs)))

7. Cathie
   March 7th, 2006 at 3:16 pm

   Petunia was lucky to have such a loving family... what a wonderful tribute!

8. Michael
   March 7th, 2006 at 3:18 pm

   Take all the time you need. The world of Neatorama can wait. Sorry for your loss.

9. Merrick
   March 7th, 2006 at 3:21 pm

   My condolences on your great loss. I too lost a beloved dog, and my heart goes out to you.

10. An
    March 7th, 2006 at 3:25 pm

    Everyone who has ever lost a dear furry friend feels for you. Take the time you need.
    Best thoughts from Australia

    Well done on such a fabbo site too!! It's great!!

11. al
    March 7th, 2006 at 3:46 pm

    There are no words, other than to say I know what you're feeling...

12. Guse
    March 7th, 2006 at 3:50 pm

    Petunia was a beautiful dog! I love your site and read it daily. I feel for your loss, I lost my dear sheltie not too long ago. Take care.

13. isabelle
    March 7th, 2006 at 4:45 pm

    I am so sorry for your loss. What a great thing you did for your dog though, I'm sure it made her last days more comfortable and pleased her very much. I am sure she was a very happy dog and appreciated the love and kindness you showed her. My thoughts are with you and your family during this time.

14. send me a death threat
    March 7th, 2006 at 4:46 pm

    Sorry, guys - so sorry...

15. Billy Mavreas
    March 7th, 2006 at 4:59 pm

    strength to you guys

16. Eric Kornblum
    March 7th, 2006 at 5:47 pm

    I'm very sorry for your loss. One of our schipperke's passed away back in October, so I know how painful the loss can be.

    Take care

17. Clive
    March 7th, 2006 at 6:24 pm

    So very sorry to hear about your dog. Pets can make such an impact on your life, can't they? I know how grief-stricken I was when we had to have our cat Marcie put down a couple of years ago.

    Best wishes from the UK

18. Loopy Loo
    March 7th, 2006 at 6:32 pm

    I'm so sorry about your Petunia. It's never easy to lose a loved one. Take all the time you need, and we will be here when you get back.

19. essexjan
    March 7th, 2006 at 7:13 pm

    I'm so sorry for your loss. In time, you will find that Petunia has left a dog-shaped hole in your life that only a new dog can fill. But for now, I hope the pain soon fades and the happy memories are with you forever.

20. Changing Places » Blog Archive » How to Find the Work You Love
    March 7th, 2006 at 7:35 pm

    [...] Which isn’t to say other things in my life have come to me easily. I’ve had a wonderful 21 year Marriage (our 22nd anniversary is coming up April 28th). But it certainly hasn’t always been great, and at times, it’s been very painful. At other times, it is incredibly joyful. I’ve raised two kids, certainly always a mixed experience. Even pets are sometimes sick and eventually, we do lose them, which brings us great sadness. I’ve lost my parents, several friends, and had my share of heartaches. [...]

21. Jen
    March 7th, 2006 at 8:11 pm

    It's ok. Your site is wonderful but your feelings truly do come first. Like people have said, take all the time you want.

    Loseing a pet is a hard thing and takes a long time to heal. Do take care. You and Petunia are in my prayers.

22. Britt
    March 7th, 2006 at 8:46 pm

    She's gorgeous and I send my warmest wishes (as does my Golden, Molly!). Do what you need to do - I think the tribute is fantastic!

23. miss curly
    March 7th, 2006 at 8:48 pm

    I am so sorry to hear about your beloved Petunia. I know it is hard and nothing anyone can say will make you feel better. Just try to hang in there and go in peace.

    Miss Curly

    Neatorama is awesome!

24. Miss Cellania
    March 7th, 2006 at 9:05 pm

    Please accept my sympathies on the loss of your good friend and family member.

25. Myra
    March 7th, 2006 at 9:35 pm

    (tears) i understand...my basset hound died of cancer a few years ago... love your site... love ya'll too

26. gail
    March 7th, 2006 at 9:53 pm

    So sorry to hear of your loss. People who don't have animals sometimes don't realize the extent to which people really love them and think of them as part of the family, how deservedly they are loved, and how much love they give in return.

27. Janet
    March 7th, 2006 at 10:02 pm

    I'm so sorry for your lost. I have a 12 yr old Cocker Spaniel who has also had cancer but that was a few years ago. Still, I regret the thought of that day coming when I lose my long-time companion.

28. Sereena X
    March 7th, 2006 at 10:15 pm

    

29. Skully
    March 7th, 2006 at 11:08 pm

    I just lost my cat yesterday too. His name was Conan and he was the coolest cat ever. He was 17 years old. I feel ya.
    S

30. Tsitsi
    March 8th, 2006 at 4:01 am

    So sorry to read about your beloved companion. I live with six cats and couldn't miss a single one of them. I read your site daily, but have never posted a comment yet, due to extreme laziness and inbred lurkerism. So, I wanted to take this opportunity to thank you for all the wonderful moments you have provided.

31. fvngvs
    March 8th, 2006 at 5:00 am

    Damn.
    Bloody dogs. They'll do it to you everytime.
    My Maude died. That knocked the kids around for weeks.
    Eventually you ... get another dog!

32. carlos
    March 8th, 2006 at 5:44 am

    lo siento muchisimo

    seguid asi

    abrazos

33. Julie
    March 8th, 2006 at 9:24 am

    I'm so sorry about your puppy. (They're all puppies, aren't they?) I'll be thinking of you today.

34. ELLERY NICHOLAS
    March 8th, 2006 at 9:41 am

    LOOSING A PET IS NEVER AN EASY THING. I AM PRAYING FOR YOU. TAKE ALL THE TIME YOU NEED! WE ALL WILL BE HERE, PATIENTLY WAITING FOR THE NEXT BLOG. THANK YOU FOR ALL THE FUN WE HAVE HAD WITH THIS SITE.

    DOMINUS BENIDICTUS,
    ELLERY

35. Flavia
    March 8th, 2006 at 12:18 pm

    Sorry for your loss...

36. jipe
    March 8th, 2006 at 1:22 pm

    My thoughts are with you too.
    big hugs from France

37. Norwood Matt
    March 8th, 2006 at 1:23 pm

    Ah, guys, I am so sorry for your loss. Don't worry 'bout the blog - just take care of yourselves.

38. lindsay
    March 8th, 2006 at 2:46 pm

    i lost a dog 4 years ago tomorrow, i've never forgotten her and i never will. it's hard but it will get easier over time. i finally got another dog and although i felt guilty about "replacing" her, it's not the same. they are all individual characters. my big slobbery saint bernard send her love and best wishes.

39. Alan
    March 8th, 2006 at 5:10 pm

    My deepest condolences - the hardest thing to face is the loss of a loved one. "pets" are our loving family. Please take care.

40. kaycray
    March 8th, 2006 at 5:17 pm

    My condolences. I had been wondering what had happened to you. Looking forward to hearing from you when you feel up to it.

41. Jennifer
    March 8th, 2006 at 6:15 pm

    So sorry about your pup. It is extremely difficult to lose a pet. My deepest condolences to you and your family, and I'm sure Petunia is devouring all the steak and cookies she desires in puppy heaven.

42. David
    March 8th, 2006 at 11:29 pm

    My sympathies go out to you for the loss of your loved one, Petunia. She was a real cutie. I'll eat a T-Bone steak in her honor.

43. Mary
    March 9th, 2006 at 12:20 am

    RIP sweet Petunia.

44. Tom M.
    March 9th, 2006 at 2:06 pm

    I'm very sorry for your loss - be well and God Bless.

45. BrianD
    March 9th, 2006 at 4:09 pm

    I admire you for the cool site you have created here, and I admire you more knowing that you are the kind of person who cares so deeply for the ones around him. Petunia was very fortunate and so are we. Take care and be proud of what you have done in life.

    Brian D

46. Amber
    March 9th, 2006 at 5:52 pm

    I am so sorry! It si like losing amember of your family. She is heaven eating cookies! Amber

47. ILuvNUFC
    March 9th, 2006 at 7:18 pm

    I'm sorry to hear about your loss. Your pets become like children to you over time.
    I lost my dog in 2001, he was 14, and I still miss him now. I'd had him since I was 14 and it was a bad time for me but things do get better over time, I promise. The best thing is is that you will always have your memories to cherish.
    Take it easy. Steve.

48. Gruntwilligar T. Honkenoffski
    March 9th, 2006 at 8:11 pm

    Dear Alex and Tiffany,

    I know how much the loss of a loved pet can hurt. I like to think that my past pets are waiting for me at the Rainbow Bridge. Your Petunia deserves such a good place while awaiting you. Many good thoughts and blessings.

    http://rainbowsbridge.com/Poem.htm

    Sincerely,

    Gruntie

49. Theresa
    March 9th, 2006 at 8:36 pm

    {{{{{{Hugs}}}}

    I am so sorry to hear about Petunia. Sounds like she was a wonderful furkid and had a wonderful family. All of our dogs have been lifelong furkids as well. We miss them.

50. @rt
    March 9th, 2006 at 8:47 pm

    Sorry to hear Petunia has moved on. I think it was Mark Twain (but I could be wrong) who said, "If dogs don't go to heaven I want to go where they go."

51. natalie
    March 9th, 2006 at 10:18 pm

    I am sorry for you loss.

    Natalie (human) & Rudy (cockapoo doggie)

52. Wm. Prieur
    March 10th, 2006 at 12:31 am

    So Sorry to hear of Your loss...I Lost a Fav Cat "General Chaos" a short ago ...He was 21yrs 6 mos old.....Family. My Heart to You and Yours. You will see her again. B.

53. Neatorama » Blog Archive » Smiley Face Galaxy.
    March 10th, 2006 at 12:31 pm

    [...] That’s all fine and dandy - but what this is the interesting part: can you find the smiley face in the picture? (That’s Petunia smiling, I think) Link [...]

54. Alex
    March 10th, 2006 at 12:52 pm

    Hello everyone,

    Tiffany and I are very touched by your kind words and support. Thank you for the outpouring of support, calls, and emails - they mean a lot to us and had made this difficult time a little easier to bear.

    I'd also like to thank those who wrote that they enjoy the site. Neatorama is a labor of love (my wife would say an obsession), and I'm glad that it brings a little enjoyment to its readers.

    For those who just recently lost their pets, please accept our sympathies - we know how it feels. Pets are loving members of a family and their deaths can affect us greatly.

    We will continue to cherish the memory of Petunia and will lovingly honor her life for the rest of ours.

    Warmest regards,
    Alex and Tiffany.

55. Roland
    March 10th, 2006 at 1:54 pm

    Hi Alex:

    I am so sorry to learn that Petunia finally pass away. I was very shock and sad just as you. She is definitely a cute and loyal dog I came to know since I first meet her at your house. I will never forget the way she ask for food. she will scracth the sliding door and let you know what she really want. She never bark and she always pay attention to you if you waive for her. I will always remember her. she is also very unique to me. Hope you feel better as time goes by.

    Roland

56. Geno
    March 10th, 2006 at 2:02 pm

    I am so sorry for your loss. I too have an older dog and it just kills me to see him limp around now and then. Anyway good luck and much love,
    Geno

57. Amber
    March 10th, 2006 at 5:17 pm

    I saw the smiley face!

58. cNYON
    March 11th, 2006 at 11:14 am

    My condolences, friend.

59. Ambre
    March 11th, 2006 at 4:25 pm

    man, that really sucks. you guys are in my thoughts.

60. Ken Lee NYC
    March 11th, 2006 at 6:43 pm

    So Sorry for your loss,
    we've had many dog and cat companions throughout the years. It's a cycle, so much unconditional love and then sadness and an empty feeling that's filled by another animal pal.
    Love from NYC,
    Keep up the great work on the site. Wish I could post pictures of my guys.

61. Mikael
    March 12th, 2006 at 5:32 pm

    I have a dog myself, so I can really understand what you are going through.

    My deepest sympathies and condolences.

62. tom
    March 14th, 2006 at 11:56 am

    we have two great bassetts, zoe' and oliver, they are great with kids!

    they are getting old , though, and i cringe at the thought of losing them, they are like children to us.

    a new puppy should be in the works for you to help ease the pain

63. toni
    March 19th, 2006 at 2:06 pm

    I glad you had such an important "pal" in your life. The gifts we receive from our pets is like no other. My sympathy to you.

64. marc
    March 26th, 2006 at 4:13 pm

    Sorry for your loss. Nothing will fill the empty space, but it will get easier. Remember the good times.

65. chris
    March 30th, 2006 at 8:09 am

    It would break my heart to lose my dog as you have done. Sincere condolences.

66. Frank
    April 3rd, 2006 at 9:47 am

    I'm sorry to read about your loss. I'm sure that Petuina will be waiting for you on the other side of "Rainbow Bridge". I still miss my "Lucky" since I had to have her put to sleep due to cancer. My heart truly goes out to you. These wonderful creatures that allow us to share our homes with them are not "pets", but are adopted family members and are loved and cherished. They give so much more than they take and we are so much richer for having them touch our lives.

67. Deb
    April 6th, 2006 at 11:47 am

    My deepest condolences. One of my family's furry friends passed away earlier this year so I know how hard it is. The important thing is that Petunia's suffering is over, and hopefully yours will subside soon. You're in my thoughts...

68. jared
    April 7th, 2006 at 11:46 pm

    owned

69. Angie V
    April 10th, 2006 at 3:03 pm

    I know how you feel. When my basset died, it felt like my whole world whent with her. She was so loving and caring, just like every basset on this planet. They just can't be mean:) Just remember, there's plenty of good basset hounds that need good homes out there:) Hope you feel better soon.

70. Terrill R
    April 11th, 2006 at 2:37 am

    I am so sorry. Bassets are such great pooches. I hope that you guys will be ok.

71. Dude
    April 12th, 2006 at 9:17 am

    Bassets rule! We have a 70 pound male, and a 50 pound female. Sorry about your loss.

72. Norma
    April 30th, 2006 at 12:50 pm

    My beloved Coco passed too, he was a boxer that lived with us about 15 years, and I know and understand what you are feeling.
    Sorry about your lost.

73. Andrew
    May 3rd, 2006 at 11:29 pm

    I did not know Petunia. I do not know you. I have a dog. I love him. I will miss Petunia for that reason. I know what a dog means to it's co-habitants
    Take care. My thoughts are there.

    Andrew

74. denise
    May 5th, 2006 at 3:28 am

    i am reading this months later and i hope that time is helping did you get get through your loss

75. Balraj Gopala Krishnan
    May 5th, 2006 at 11:37 pm

    I lost a canine child(crossbreed male) some years ago, I feel for you guys.....

76. OldYellersGhost
    May 10th, 2006 at 6:04 pm

    If your Petunia is the Petunia that I know,
    you should see her chase after those rabbits!

77. Lisa
    May 14th, 2006 at 12:06 am

    Petunia is a cute dog.I know how it feels to lose a pet. : ( . I am very sorry for your loss. I can tell she is loved. Take care.

78. Dave
    May 24th, 2006 at 9:29 pm

    Sorry for your loss. I lost my Rott to cancer in Oct. of '04 and there isn't a day goes by that I don't stop and think of her, She was only 8 years young. Take care and may god bless.

79. Trinirven
    June 4th, 2008 at 11:36 am

    I cried. I don't even know you, and I cried.

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