The dog is a gentleman; I hope to go to his heaven, not mans
-Mark Twain
I told Dale I would post today’s entry because I just do not want to let Wednesday go wordless. Not this Wednesday.
Zeke passed into the mystic on Tuesday afternoon. And as with any brilliant light, the end came much too soon. Because it is always too soon to say goodbye to such a cherished companion. She referred to him as a beautiful beast yesterday and a more fitting description you will not find. He lived a wonderful life as evidenced by this montage pieced together by the love of his life.
Good night, sweet prince.
Be Sorry . . . Less 
Oh Marco, really? I am so sorry. I know how much she loved Zeke. My heart’s heavy.
and yes…
Good night, sweet prince,/ And flights of angels sing thee to thy rest…tears are falling. Susannah
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Thank you so much, Susannah. I know you fell in love with him on first sight 🙂 He had that effect on people.
Thank you for your kind words.
Dale
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He lived a good life and as Dale said he truly was a one of a kind companion. Her son, who is quite the culinary artist, made him a steak the other night. Needless to say, he was loved to the end. And he always returned that love and then some.
Thank you SB
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We all should be loved till the end. sigh
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Dear Dale & Marco,
Such a beautiful tribute to a faithful companion. No one loves unconditionally like a dog. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bmmshqLq6nQ
Shalom and lotsa heartfelt hugs,
Rochelle
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Dear Rochelle,
Thank you for that beautiful video. He was a beauty and sweetie. I’ll miss him so.
Shalom and lotsa appreciative love,
Dale
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😘❤️🌺
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Rochelle,
THAT video, it says it all! Thank you for sharing such a wonderful truth.
Shalom, peace and love
Marco
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Marc,
A tip of the hat to you for stepping up to do the honor. Well done. Hugs to Dale and her heavy heart.
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Thank you, Frank.
I was so touched when Marc asked me to take my spot today. No way I could refuse.
I’ll take those hugs!
Dale
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Cincy,
It seemed the right thing to do. I know how much Zeke meant to Dale and the kids. He was THAT dog, the one that was by her side through so much. I hope his walks on the other side end with a big juicy steak, every single time.
Thank you for the love
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Well stated!
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So very sorry for your loss. Losing a pet leaves such a void. 💕 Hope the memories of your pal give you guys comfort. xoo
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Thank you, Valeria. It does. He was a huge comfort to me at a crucial time. He was dearly loved.
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Thank you Valeria
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I weep for your loss. I know the great pain. May he rest gently in your memories and in your heart forever.
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Thank you, Pam. It was such a rough day yesterday but that gentle beast deserved no less. He will.
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Much love to you Pam
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Reblogged this on A Dalectable Life and commented:
I knew I could count on Marc to say beautiful words.
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MUAH!
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MWAH! MWAH! MWAH!
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Dearest B-Marco,
I knew you would do right by Zeke and me. I thank you from the bottom of my heart.
Lots and lotsa love,
Q-Dale
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Dearest Quebec,
He truly was a beautiful beast. And so very much more than that.
Love and lotsa back at you
Bronx
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Yes he was, Bronx. And you saw that. And your words are perfect. 😚
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I did see that.:)
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You always do…
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😘
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😘
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Such a beautiful tribute and how kind and wonderful of you Marc to do it.
Zeke was a sweet pup, so loved and though it’s painful, he has so much love accompanying him now.
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Marina,
You’re right, he does. And thank you so much for your beautiful thoughts.
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Your kind gesture is beautiful and moving.
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I landed here just now and decided to go down to the comments and reread them and am appalled that my response is absent. Thank you, my friend. 💞
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Aw, Dale your response could never be absent! 🤗
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Well. I am still bummed that I missed this. Talk about late! xoxo
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…you are never late! 😘
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😘😘
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🤗❤
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So sorry to hear this very sad news – thank you, Marc, so much for posting the tribute to beautiful, handsome Zeke. Dear Dale, if the success of an existence in this strange world can be measured, I feel it is in the heartfelt responses you have and will receive to mark the passing of your great friend and constant companion, who you couldn’t have loved more than you did and will do forever.
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So beautifully said Jilly
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Thank you, Jilly.
What a beautiful thing to say.
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Oh, I ‘m in tears for the loss of your wonderful companion. I didn’t know that quote but wholeheartedly subscribe to it. Dale, dearest, I send you tons of love, hugs and thoughts. You and your family will need them. K
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Thank you, sweet Kiki. I’ll take your tons!
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I’m so sorry! Thinking of you!!💗
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Thank you, LA 💞
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A kind gesture and a lovely tribute for Zeke.
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To Zeke, a beautiful companion.
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💙
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Truly. So appreciated.
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💙
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💞
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Beautiful beast, indeed. A lovely companion for a lovely human. You two. KISMET!
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Thank you, Janet. You are so very kind! YES! To think he was Mick’s but that changed…
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I never got to meet Zeke, but through her pictures, Dale let Zeke tell his own story. He was indeed a beautiful beast, a wonderful companion to Dale, and a prince among us.
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Thank you, Mark. So glad you enjoyed my shares of him. He was a prince!
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I’m so sorry for your loss, Dale. I know you and Zeke were close, and my heart goes out to you. I pray that the enduring memories of him will eventually replace your pain.
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Thank you, John. I know you know all too well how I feel. He did participate in so many things so there is no lack of memories!
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I do know how you feel, Dale. It is a pain that is hard to shake. Sadly too it brings back other pains that seemed to be at rest. ❤️
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It really is and I’m sorry that it brings back pains for you, too.
I wonder when I will stop looking for him at the back door. ❤️
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It may be a while. Give yourself time.
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Oh, I know it. And I will
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A handsome boy who will be deeply missed by his tribe. Sending loving thoughts of comfort to Dale and her boys on the loss of their fur-pal.
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That he will be… and by all those who knew him (wait… that would be part of his extended tribe). Thank you, Monika xoxo
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💞
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Beautiful words Mark.💜
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Marc with a ‘c’ 😉 And yes, they are!!
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Oh! So sorry I put Marc with c then I corrected it 🙂
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It’s all good. He wouldn’t have said a word 😉
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💜💜💜
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🧡🧡🧡
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Thank you willow
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It’s true Marc 💜
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Thank you willow. 🙂
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A pleasure 💜
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Dale, I’m so sorry to hear that. That must be very hard. I love the pictures. He was a beautiful creature. Thinking of you.
-David
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Sorry I missed approving this comment, David.
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Thank you, David. It is. He was a prince of a dog… so gentle and kind. As are you to leave this comment.
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Wonderful words on Wednesday to a great friend ☀️☀️
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They touched me deeply 🙂
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Touching, heart-felt tribute to Zeke. Beautiful gift to Dale. I’m so sorry for the pain Dale and her boys are feeling. My love is with them.
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Thank you so much, sweet Ina. It was a beautiful gift from Marc and I am touched deeply.
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❤ to Marc for his empathy and gift to you.
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💞 to you for this lovely comment and to him for his empathy and lovely gift.
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Thank you viva 🙂
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If I knew how to write a word that is the Onomatopoeia for the sound of a heart breaking, I would type it now.
I don’t, so I just say, I feel it.
I adore Dale… she’s my Thunder and an AGM.
Whenever she posted a pic of Zeke, I was moved by his charm and beauty.
Thank you for this!
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Aww Resa. What a lovely thing to say. I adore you, too, Sorceress. I will forever be grateful you found me worthy of being an AGM.
He was a handsome fella, wasn’t he?
I can’t tell you how much I appreciate Marc doing this.
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Marc seems like a really cool guy.
Ha! I’m glad you found me worthy of drawing you, and that you would be an AGM!
We might be on a carousel of love!
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He really is. He’s the best!
Oh please. The other way around!!
I think we are! Isn’t it wonderful?
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Peace and love to you Resa
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I’m so very sorry!
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Thank you, Ann. So very kind of you to say.
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