Friday, March 26, 2010

A very bad week at the Parsons!

Hello from Sunny Jeddah, Saudi Arabia this is Doug filling in today for Jeanette.

I' m adding some very sad news to all of our Blogger friends. Last Saturday afternoon we lost our precious Keelie. She was the heart of this family and we know from all the previous posts SHE was the Boss. She was hit by a car right in front of our house. And to make things worse the guy NEVER stopped. Jeanette was right there for her but couldn't do anything to help her. She died in Mom's arms.

It will be a few days till Jeanette will be back to posting. It's been an extremely hard week for us both. She has had the brunt of it. It's been so hard from 8000 miles away to do anything but have tears and communicate by Skype with Jeanette. We have many many wonderful memories which at times makes it harder to cope.

So everyone I will be keeping people updated as best I can and Jeanette will be back soon.

Dad loves you Keelie and misses you!!
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  1. TaraMarch 26, 2010 at 4:20 AM

    My heart goes out to both of you! I can only imagine how sad you must be right now. Please know that our family (me, my husband, Pete and our two pooches) are praying for you both!

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  2. GoneMarch 26, 2010 at 4:38 AM

    Oh no! I know your hearts must be breaking. I so sorry for your loss.

    Take your time Jeannette - don't feel you have to rush back to blogging...and thanks Doug, for letting us all know about your loss.

    I know we would be heart-broken if anything happened to our pups.

    We'll be praying...

    Jan

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  3. KimMarch 26, 2010 at 4:44 AM

    Such sad news. Just yesterday we had to bring our sweet Chloe to the University of Pennsylvania where she is now fighting for her little life. It was very sudden and the family is taking it very hard. I'm so sorry for you both.

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  4. TannaMarch 26, 2010 at 4:44 AM

    I am so sorry for your loss. We lost our Tess in December... I still expect her to come press her nose to my leg. May God give you comfort and peace.

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  5. DebbiedoosMarch 26, 2010 at 6:03 AM

    Awww...that is a tragic loss in a family, and I am sorry to hear this. That is sad that the car did not even stop, I would be devastated had I done that, and would get out crying and hugging the family, I know this of me.....

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  6. Sylvia (at) Lily's Pad and PetalsMarch 26, 2010 at 6:03 AM

    Praying for peace for both of you.
    Sylvia

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  7. Lou Cinda @ Tattered HydrangeasMarch 26, 2010 at 6:57 AM

    I am so so sorry for your loss. Our pets are members of our family and my heart is breaking for you...

    I will keep you in my prayers...

    Lou Cinda :)

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  8. Glenda/MidSouthMarch 26, 2010 at 7:01 AM

    Awww! I am so sorry. :(

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  9. ashley morganMarch 26, 2010 at 7:46 AM

    I'm so sorry to hear that! I know the pain of losing a pet that is truly part of the family. Thinking of you both...

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  10. Linda @ A La CarteMarch 26, 2010 at 8:51 AM

    How awful for both of you. You so far away and Jeanette right there. I am keeping you both in my prayers.

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  11. The Old ParsonageMarch 26, 2010 at 12:31 PM

    Oh what a horrible tragedy! My thoughts are with you both, I know how much she meant to you.

    Gentle hugs
    Leann

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  12. Mid-Atlantic MarthaMarch 26, 2010 at 2:49 PM

    Oh my heart is just breaking for you! I'm so sorry -- I sure hate to think the driver knew what happened and kept going. Please know that we certainly share this sorrow with you both. So many of us have fur babies too, and know that special love and bond. Please accept my sincere condolances. I hope that the days ahead will be easier and brighter and that Easter and Spring will bring some new joys your way.

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  13. UnknownMarch 26, 2010 at 5:12 PM

    I am so sorry to hear this news. My sincerest condolances. Blessings to you both!

    Gail

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  14. KarenMarch 26, 2010 at 5:17 PM

    Oh, Jeanette and Doug, I'm so sorry to hear that. I have experienced the same trauma, and I know words don't do justice. We'll be here, when you're ready to write, Jeanette. Blessings*

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  15. AnonymousMarch 26, 2010 at 5:54 PM

    Oh, how sad. What a terrible loss. I'm so sorry for you. I've lost a doggie before, and I grieved for the longest time. My current one is almost 16 years old, and I dread the day she passes. She's in doggy heaven, cause all dogs go to heaven.

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  16. AngieMarch 26, 2010 at 9:53 PM

    So so sorry for your terrible loss, saying a prayer for you and your family.

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  17. helenabelleMarch 27, 2010 at 6:52 AM

    I am so, so sorry to hear about your tragedy. I will certainly be praying for you and your family.

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  18. dee deeMarch 27, 2010 at 8:38 AM

    Hugs and prayers to both you and Jeanette. I feel your loos and want each of you to know that I care... dee dee

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  19. Erin@The Phillips FamMarch 27, 2010 at 7:17 PM

    I'm so very sorry. I had the same thing happen to our yorkie of 5 years just a few weeks ago. Right in front of my parents house when we were visiting, and the person never stopped. So horrible! Hugs. I'm so so so sorry. :(

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  20. Emily {Frilly Details}March 28, 2010 at 7:27 AM

    My heart breaks for you guys. I have tears in my eyes as I type this. It's amazing to me how dogs become such a special part of our family. They are such incredible companions. Hang in there. You guys are in my thoughts and prayers.

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  21. The Quintessential MagpieMarch 28, 2010 at 3:34 PM

    I am terribly sorry about Keelie. My deepest sympathy to both of you on your loss. I loved my dogs, too, and I know how much it hurts.

    XO,

    Sheila

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  22. Bunny JeanMarch 29, 2010 at 11:34 PM

    Oh Jeanette, I am so very sorry to hear about your precious Keelie. It is never easy to lose a beloved pet.

    Talk to you soon ;)
    Bunny Jean

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  23. Monica HApril 2, 2010 at 12:27 AM

    oh no! I am so so sorry. I can only imagine. Animals become part of the family- our furry little kids. If your love for her was anything like the love for my own then I know how much you miss her.

    Hugs my friend.

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