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Nonnie Chihuahua
April 29, 2011
I can't believe Michael is gone. I wanted to post this in his honor.
Rescuer's Rainbow Bridge
Unlike most days at Rainbow Bridge, this day dawned cold and gray, damp as a swamp and as dismal as could be imagined. All of the recent arrivals had no idea what to think, as they had never experienced a day like this before. But the animals who had been waiting for their beloved people knew exactly what was going on and started to gather at the pathway leading to The Bridge to watch
It wasn't long before an elderly animal came into view, head hung low and tail dragging. The other animals, the ones who had been there for a while, knew what his story was right away, for they had seen this happen far too often.
He approached slowly, obviously in great emotional pain, but with no sign of injury or illness. Unlike all of the other animals waiting at The Bridge, this animal had not been restored to youth and made healthy and vigorous again. As he walked toward The Bridge, he watched all of the other animals watching him. He knew he was out of place here and the sooner he could cross over, the happier he would be. But, alas, as he approached The Bridge, his way was barred by the appearance of an Angel who apologized, but told him that he would not be able to pass. Only those animals who were with their people could pass over Rainbow Bridge.
With no place else to turn to, the elderly animal turned towards the fields before The Bridge and saw a group of other animals like himself, also elderly and infirm. They weren't playing, but rather simply lying on the green grass, forlornly staring out at the pathway leading to The Bridge. And so, he took his place among them, watching the pathway and waiting.
One of the newest arrivals at The Bridge didn't understand what he had just witnessed and asked one of the animals that had been there for awhile to explain it to him.
"You see, that poor animal was a rescue. He was turned in to rescue just as you see him now, an older animal with his fur graying and his eyes clouding. He never made it out of rescue and passed on with only the love of his rescuer to comfort him as he left his earthly existence. Because he had no family to give his love to, he has no one to escort him across The Bridge."
The first animal thought about this for a minute and then asked, "So what will happen now?" As he was about to receive his answer, the clouds suddenly parted and the gloom lifted. Approaching The Bridge could be seen a single person and among the older animals, a whole group was suddenly bathed in a golden light and they were all young and healthy again, just as they were in the prime of life.
"Watch, and see.", said the second animal. A second group of animals from those waiting came to the pathway and bowed low as the person neared. At each bowed head, the person offered a pat on the head or a scratch behind the ears. The newly restored animals fell into line and followed him towards The Bridge. They all crossed The Bridge together.
"What happened?"
"That was a rescuer. The animals you saw bowing in respect were those who found new homes because of her work. They will cross when their new families arrive. Those you saw restored were those who never found homes. When a rescuer arrives, they are allowed to perform one, final act of rescue. They are allowed to escort those poor animals that they couldn't place on earth across The Rainbow Bridge."
"I think I like rescuers", said the first animal.
"So does GOD", was the reply.
Beth Hart
April 29, 2011
Michael was a kind and wonderful man, and will be deeply missed. He is up in Heaven, the organizer at the Rainbow Bridge, keeping all those rescued animals company until a rescuer comes along to gather them up and allow then to cross and be young and stong again. Dante is also up there, helping all he can.
My deepest sympathy....
April 28, 2011
I'm sorry for the pain you are feeling with your loss. I pray that the wonderful memories will comfort your heart and that God's spirit will hug you forever. Love, Loree Clark
Muriel Luedeman
April 28, 2011
Lois, I remember the words Michael had to say at your Mom's memorial. They were eloquent and touching. I know what a mainstay he was for you and I am so sorry to hear of his passing. I pray God's blessings for you in the days ahead. I know he will provide and help you through.
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April 28, 2011
Lois, I'm so very sorry for your loss. Michael seemed like such a kind soul. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. I'm not sure we will be able to attend the graveside service, but if not, know that our thoughts will be with you. Love Peggy Sue (Heying) Gentry.
April 28, 2011
Remembering you in your time of loss. May your fond memories bring you comfort in the times ahead. Feel free to call me at any time. Prayerfully, Cyndy Huyett
Pati Brand
April 28, 2011
Rest in peace Michael. You will be missed but not forgotten.
Nita and Steve Isenhour
April 28, 2011
You are in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult period.
In Passing
Sorrow
The pain of loss
Friends and family say good-bye
His time on Earth passed by so fast
You're left to carry on
Anger
Alone, bereft
And plain mad at God above
These feelings too in time shall pass
Lean on the Lord of love
Grieving
Loving - healing
As life moves on around you
His spirit soars on wings of doves
As he is carried home
Yearning
Seeking, hoping
To shield your heart from sorrow
As final tribute to your friend
Open your hearts again
~ In memory ~
Michael Morgan
October 20, 1956 - April 29,2011
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