THE BOOK OF BARKLEY: Just a Little Prayer

Monday, August 3, 2015

Just a Little Prayer

For Mom's family out West. Camera shy Dottie, the rescue cattle dog mix, travels to the Bridge today due to advanced, and only now diagnosed, cancer on the spleen and internal bleeding the doctors can't fix.

She's the sweetest little dog and Grandpa's best buddy. She belongs to Mom's cousin Liz, who grew up playing with Mom and is like a sister, and having lost both of her parents too young, is another daughter for Grandpa.

Mom feels terrible she's far away and can't be there in time - but she is holding the family close in spirit.

Update: Just got word that Dad's been admitted to the hospital, and then found out it's not life threatening. He's got a really bad bladder infection so they'll have him on an antibiotic IV for today and tomorrow. Glad it's not worse than that.

19 comments:

Excelling in MediocrityAugust 3, 2015 at 5:48 AM
Sad news, indeed, but thankful she had a loving home in her last days. I've become very partial to the cattledog since adopting our Maggie. Awesome, loyal dogs.
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MonkeywranglerAugust 3, 2015 at 6:52 AM
Prayers sent for all.
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UnknownAugust 3, 2015 at 8:27 AM
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Dogs never live long enough.
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Angels Amber and Max DaWeenie and MomAugust 3, 2015 at 8:30 AM
My deepest heartfelt sympathy to Dottie's entire family. Saying goodbye has to be the hardest thing anyone can do. But all the good memories will live on in the hearts of everyone who knew and loved sweet Dottie.
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Yamini MacLeanAugust 3, 2015 at 8:59 AM
Hari OM
Blessings and POTP at work this side; a special place awaits... Hugs and wags, YAM-aunty xxx
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Chester from WinnipegAugust 3, 2015 at 9:13 AM
We are so saddened by this news. Our prayers for a peaceful crossing over and for you wonderful memories to comfort you hearts at this time. God Bless!
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Matilda the BoxerAugust 3, 2015 at 11:51 AM
We're so sorry to hear about this. She'll have lots of grreat company at the Rainbow Bridge!
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The Daily Pip August 3, 2015 at 11:54 AM
Sending much support and prayers for a peaceful trip to the bridge for Dottie and much love to your family.
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Idaho PugRanchAugust 3, 2015 at 1:50 PM
Sending lots of hugs and prayers
Mr Bailey, Hazel, Mabel & Mom
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C.L.W.STEPAugust 3, 2015 at 4:52 PM
We're so sorry to hear about Dottie. We'll be thinking about you and your Grandpa.
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LBJAugust 3, 2015 at 6:43 PM
Thank you for your kindness and support. Dad is taking it kind of hard. He's outlived two children, two wives, all of his friends, and recently lost his own dog so it's just another loss for him. I'll give he and Liz a call before sleep, offering all the love I can.

LB
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Cap'n JanAugust 3, 2015 at 7:42 PM
Abby, all kisses for 'Mumma'. She will need them...

-Sparky-Bones

(Hopes and prayers for your Dad's comfort, Brigid - so sorry to hear about Dottie.)
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Gigi K.August 3, 2015 at 9:17 PM
Praying for your dad, you, and the rest of the family.
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Gigi K.August 3, 2015 at 9:19 PM
Praying for your dad, you, and the rest of the family. Godspeed, Dottie. Say hello to Barkley for us.
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Kinley WestieAugust 3, 2015 at 11:08 PM
Sendin prayers.
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easyweimaranerAugust 4, 2015 at 9:55 AM
POTP and prayers and a big Weimaraner hug to your family...
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MurphyAugust 4, 2015 at 1:55 PM
We are crossing our paws for your dad! Run free Dottie!

Your Pals,

Murphy & Stanley
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RubyAugust 4, 2015 at 11:30 PM
Oh noes. I am so sorry to hear abouts Dottie. Run free sweet gurl!
I hopes your Pops is feelin' betters! I am sendin' him lots of POTP and healin' vibes and AireZens for you!
Kisses,
Ruby ♥
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stellaroselongAugust 5, 2015 at 11:25 AM
We are so sorry to read about Dottie and grandpa. Hugs stella rose
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No one who has ever had a dog as a companion will be able to read The Book of Barkley: Love and Life through the Eyes of a Labrador Retriever by L. B. Johnson with dry eyes.

Johnson tells the story of her life, from childhood to adulthood, from the perspective of her relationship with Barkley, a Lab that she got when he was just a stubborn ball of fur who ‘selected’ her when she viewed the litter of which he was a part. Her descriptions of adjusting to Barkley’s presence in her life, and how this helped her come to terms with and understand her past and learn to take life a day at a time on her own terms will resonate profoundly with anyone who has fallen in love with a dog and had to learn to live with its loss.

This is a story of unconditional love and acceptance, the kind that asks nothing but love in return. As Johnson and Barkley forge bonds of trust and understanding, she also strengthens her human relationships.

This is much more than a mere memoir – it is a story of life and how to live it, and how we humans can learn to live our lives better if we’d only learn to live it like a dog does. The author uses language well, with descriptions of animals, people, and places so vivid you feel that you can feel the textures, smell the odors (pleasant and otherwise) and hear the whining of a puppy needing to go out to do its business. Life can be sad or happy, and the author takes us through it all – a trip that you won’t regret taking. A five-star book that definitely merits the Awesome Indies Seal of Excellence

About Barkley and His Mom

My Mom started this blog due to requests from friends who wanted a place to go for stories of her furry friend Barkley that weren't in the book and stories of my rescue and new life in my furever home. She donates all of the proceeds from her writing to animal rescue and groups that train search and rescue and service dogs but that's OK, as she still gives me lots of dog treats and toys.

The Book of Barkley is Mom's first memoir. She used to be a jet pilot for somebody's Uncle but now has a Ph.D. in something involving science and forensics which is like TV but without expensive suits or cleavage. Additional mayhem is provided by my Dad and our 100-year-old "fixer upper" Mission Bungalow.

Her second memoir "Saving Grace - A Story of Adoption" was published in April of 2015". Her Third Book - "Small Town Roads", her first Fiction Novel was published October of 2016 and was an NPR selected "2017 must read" and 2017 Readers Favorite International Book Award GOLD for "Fiction - Religious Theme". Her 4th book, "Calexit, The Anthology", a Novella with other authors, was published in October of 2017 and was on the Amazon Best Seller's list two days later. Her fifth book "True Course - Lessons from Life Aloft" was a #1 best seller at Amazon 24 hours after publishing so I think she has been bribing you all with treats.

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