[MaxHollyNoah]

Hi dianahd,

I am so sorry for your loss. I know exactly how you feel. I had to put my dog to sleep 5 yrs ago and another dog of mine died by himself 2 yrs ago.

I believe there is a place called Rainbow Bridge and all of our beloved animals are happy and healthy overthere. You will get to see your beloved one when you leave this world. Wouldn't that be fun to see Nicky again? Till then, you can talk to your friends how wonderful dog she was, how you were and still are proud of her, and maybe you can write a journal about the happy years you shared with her. And, when time comes, there will always be lots and lots of dogs that need your love, care and help. Nicky won't be jealous because she resides in the best part of your heart and she will be happy to see you smile again. Time is the best cure, but another animal can always help the time going faster.

Here is a poem "Rainbow Bridge" that I want to share with you...

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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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