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Title: Hana has gone to the rainbow bridge
Post by: JimmyThy on November 09, 2009, 11:47:44 PM
Elise....
I'm utterly, completely, totally speechless as I write this. My mouth is still hanging open, my heart is broken, and my eyes are full of tears.
Words simply cannot express just how sorry I am to hear of this tragic news. Hana and her stories have always given us so much joy and laughter as well, and losing her is like losing one of our own.
There is nothing I can say that will make your situation any better, but know that her barks will always sing in our hearts as well.
All our Eskie love to you and your family right now.
Post by: jennyb on November 09, 2009, 11:51:51 PM
Elise, this is so heartbreaking. She was too young to go. I know Luna, Loki and the other NorCal Eskies will miss her presence greatly.
Here is my absolute favorite picture of Hana, posing on a rock with the wind in her hair:
(http://i48.photobucket.com/albums/f241/hanatamers/EskiePacifica2008Jul010.jpg)
My deepest sympathies to you and Bill.
Post by: BanaerEskies on November 09, 2009, 11:55:10 PM
I am so sorry for you loss. Your post has had me in tears; I am completely dumbfounded. Like Thy said, it is definitely like losing one of our own. She was such a happy vibrant girl who will be greatly missed by her family and her fans.
Post by: DebbieA on November 10, 2009, 12:00:54 AM
Oh Elise. I'm so, so sorry. :(
Post by: cheinbach32 on November 10, 2009, 12:01:18 AM
I am also in shock and in tears. I am so sorry to hear this. I have not been on the board as long as the others but all I can think of is her halloween costume and how pretty she looked. I am so sorry.
Post by: DesertEskie on November 10, 2009, 12:17:15 AM
Crushing sadness. Just through your posts, Hana had become a little furry Eskie relative to us &, if we all have feel pain & shed tears for her & for your loss, I cannot imagine the extent of your devastation. So unbelievably sad. We are so very, very sorry to hear this news.
Post by: Roxbear on November 10, 2009, 12:24:40 AM
Oh Elise, I know I've already said it, but I am just heartbroken. You can see from everyone's posts here how special Hana was to all of us!
Post by: casper_d_dog on November 10, 2009, 12:31:19 AM
Hana's passing has us all heartbroken. It's still hard not to cry when I think of her. The 9 years she had with you guys is so short but so very precious. You guys loved her so much and she loved you. Hugs to you and Bill. You guys know we are here for you. Thanks for sharing Hana with us. We will treasure the memory of our adventures together. Casper misses his girlfriend. :(
Post by: Lynne on November 10, 2009, 12:46:06 AM
It is with tears in my eyes that I write this. I swear I cried until 1:00 a.m. this morning. I couldn't believe it and am still in shock. I will treasure my magnet of Hana and xmas cards I have of her. I don't think I will ever forget her sitting in the little car. All your pictures of her and stories were so cute and so many memories of her I will keep. Her popcorn eyes and videos were the best. I know how much your loved your little girl and just know we all loved her too. Hana will be missed greatly. Leslie, I was remembering Casper and his girlfriend Hana this evening.
Elise and Bill, I will be keeping you in my thoughts and prayers.
Post by: yukismom on November 10, 2009, 12:52:54 AM
Oh, Bill and Elise, what can I say. Hana was my favorite as you could always tell. she was too young to pass away to the rainbow bridge but at least she is no longer in pain and can run and bark free at the bridge with Yuki. You will always have a very special place in your hearts as all of us will. I am sending ((((((((hugs))))))))) and will keep you and Bill in my heart and prayers. I'm sure grandpa is very sad too. Just think, she may be having a can of tuna with grandma right now!! Hugs!!!!
Post by: Yukon on November 10, 2009, 12:58:33 AM
As I have told you before, I do not have the words to express my sadness at the news of Hana's passing. Hana was a beautiful, sweet eskie girl with such a wonderful fun-loving personality, and you made her very special to so many of us by sharing your adventures. I will really miss seeing her pictures and hearing stories of your fun times together, they always made me smile and laugh. Although Hana's life was too short, it was incredibly full -- no doubt she lived the equivalent of many dog lives in her adventures and friendships, and in the incredible love that you and Bill had for her, and her for you.
There are so many great choices for favorites (the eskie rock picture that JennyB posted, the gorgeous picture of her in the pumpkin patch, Hana in the little car, eating fries at In N' Out), but I think my favorite picture of Hana is one you posted just a couple of weeks ago:
(http://i48.photobucket.com/albums/f241/hanatamers/butterfly/IMG_0341.jpg)
I will always picture her like that, with her incredibly beautiful eskie smile, showing off her new butterfly wings. No doubt she is wearing them now, a magnificent fluffy butter-eskie, at the rainbow bridge.
Elise -- you and Bill are in my prayers. I am sending you both enormous hugs. Yukon and Kiska send you lots of eskie kisses, and they miss their dear sweet cousin.
Rest in peace, beloved Hana, we will all miss you.
Post by: Roxbear on November 10, 2009, 01:00:21 AM
Lynne, of all the wonderful pictures of Hana, that one is the most memorable to me!
Post by: Lynne on November 10, 2009, 01:10:38 AM
I know...me too!!! There are so many...how can you ever pick just one or two!
Post by: Yukon on November 10, 2009, 01:17:34 AM
I know, there are so many great choices. Or how about a favorite video!!! I just watched Hana's After-Bath-Zoomies again, and smiled and cried at the same time...
Post by: BLUcomet on November 10, 2009, 01:23:57 AM
Elise, I am so sorry to hear this sad news. My heart sunk when I read the subject line and thought that it couldn't be true. I'm in shock and tears. I can't even imagine how difficult this is for you and your family right now. Hana was a very special girl. I will really miss her adorable pictures and adventures.
Post by: casper_d_dog on November 10, 2009, 01:35:42 AM
Can't believe they won't have any more doggie dates. =( It felt so sad not seeing Hana at the window to greet us when we came by.
Yes, many wonderful pictures and videos. I love that picture of her as the Butter Eskie, too. At least we have all this footage of Hana to remember her by.
Post by: Lynne on November 10, 2009, 02:03:44 AM
Quote from: casper_d_dog on November 10, 2009, 01:35:42 AM
Yes, many wonderful pictures and videos. I love that picture of her as the Butter Eskie, too. At least we have all this footage of Hana to remember her by.
Yes we do! Hopefully it will bring Elise comfort too! It is like one big eskie family here and I swear you all helped me get through losing Shasta. So I'm hoping we can all gather around Elise and Bill and help them get through this too.
Post by: Saint Mom on November 10, 2009, 07:03:12 AM
Finding this, we are in shock. I was lucky to be one of those to meet her in person. She was a great dog.
We know they will probably all cross the bridge before we do. But still. Wished they could really live longer than this.
My deepest sympathies to you and husband.
Post by: xragrl on November 10, 2009, 07:19:03 AM
I am so sorry Elise. When I read the title I couldn't believe it. Still can't. My deepest sympathies to you and your family.
Post by: eskilady on November 10, 2009, 07:50:22 AM
OMG!!!! Elise, I couldn't believe this when I read the subject line. I thought that it just couldn't be true!!! My jaw dropped!! I am so sorry to hear that she has passed! But at least she didn't suffer and she will be waiting for you at the Rainbow Bridge. She will live forever in your heart and your memories - and our memories too.
Post by: delta on November 10, 2009, 08:24:52 AM
This is so sad. I am totally speechless. Hana was so young it seemed. I really loved watching videos about her. I think I remember one where she was looking at you with such puppy eyes wanting to eat some popcorn and you gave her some and she ate it and continued her puppy stare until you gave her another piece.
Post by: Pinebrook on November 10, 2009, 08:37:47 AM
Oh, Elise, I am so sorry to hear about Hana. Lynne called me yesterday and I have been in shock ever since. She was truly a love. I will cherish the magnet I have on my refrig of her in the pumpkin patch. My prayers and thoughts are with you and Bill. Eskie hugs from my gang.
Post by: snowballsmom on November 10, 2009, 08:49:55 AM
OMG elise. i feel like i was hit by a bus, this is so unexpected. my heart is breaking for you and your hubby.
Post by: caroline on November 10, 2009, 09:15:24 AM
I am so sorry to hear this terrible news. My heart goes out to you. She was such a beautiful girl.
Post by: JBurrows on November 10, 2009, 09:30:00 AM
Oh no... I'm so sorry to hear about Hana. Our thoughts are with you. *hugs*
Post by: EskieMa on November 10, 2009, 09:36:06 AM
What a blow to the heart. My deepest sympathies.
Post by: williesmom on November 10, 2009, 09:40:17 AM
I, like the others, didnt think it could possibly be true when I read the subject line. My deepest sympathies for you and your husband. I cant even imagine how hard this must be for you. (((HUGS)))
Post by: Christinn on November 10, 2009, 09:41:01 AM
Elise,
I am so heartbroken to read this news!!!! There truly are no words to let you know how deeply sorry I am to hear of Hana's passing. I have really enjoyed all the stories,pictures and videos of her over the years. She had such a fun personality that just seemed to shine through. We are just so grateful to have been blessed for a short while by such a precious little girl. Goodbye sweet girl...we will keep you in our hearts always!
Post by: Whytepine on November 10, 2009, 09:47:12 AM
Elise, I just couldn't believe it when I read the post line. Haven't been on here for a while and I thought it must be a new member with a dog named Hana. Hubby and I are both shocked by this news. :(
You are both in our thoughts and prayers.
Post by: reneec on November 10, 2009, 10:05:45 AM
Elise and Bill - It still brings tears to my eyes. Our last CEL outing in Carmel was just so much fun with our furry companions. I was going to suggest another one, but Hana's passing was just so out of the blue. Like Abby is to me, Hana was to you. (((((((((((Hugs))))))))).
Post by: nevada.the.eskie on November 10, 2009, 10:07:56 AM
Elise, Im so sorry :( Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
I read the subject and since it was in a new section of the board, I figured it had to be an old post and my jaw hit the floor as I started to read the thread. Im fighting off tears for you as I post this. Even though I never physically met Hana, I feel like I have known her for years now.
Eskie :hkiss :hkiss :hkiss for you and your husband!
Post by: Roxbear on November 10, 2009, 10:12:26 AM
I was one of the lucky ones to have met Hana in person. Elise picked me up at the airport when I flew to San Fransisco for the Eskie meet @ JennyB's home. Hana was in the back seat of the car wearing one of her beautiful necklaces...I was amazed at her calmness (as many of you know, my Roxie is anything but calm) and she was so sweet. I'm sure I'm not the only one who felt this way, but when I would read Elise's posts about Hana's adventures, in my mind it really WAS Hana telling the story. She was so "humanized" to me--and I think it makes this horrible news all the worse ;{ Jen said it well--I too felt like I'd been hit by a bus on Sunday afternoon when I found out she was gone. Seems surreal. As sad as this is for all of us, I cannot even begin to imagine what it's like for Elise and Bill to have the center of their world taken away so soon and suddenly.
Wish there was something we could do.....
Post by: Ramses_n_Me on November 10, 2009, 10:32:30 AM
Like so many others, Hana has touched my life (and Ramses') even though we never had the pleasure of meeting her in person. I just started baking treats for Ramses recently. Every time I do, I think of Hana and the peanut butter/pumpkin treat post. She was a wonderful ambassador for the Eskie breed.
I am completely floored and devastated by this news. My deepest condolences to you and Bill.
Post by: Kathy on November 10, 2009, 11:14:01 AM
Oh no! Oh no! Oh no!!! I'm crying too much at work to write, but wanted to express my sympathy. Huge hugs from the Snowpups and I.
Post by: kittyangel on November 10, 2009, 11:27:20 AM
Please accept my condolances Elise. I am so sorry for your lose, especially to a special girl who passes on way too early than she should have. I can't even imagine how you must be feeling, and my heart goes out to you and your family for this tragic loss. It's a sad day to learn of this news. :( :( :(
Kiki gives her kisses to you... :hkiss :hkiss :hkiss
Post by: Cozzy on November 10, 2009, 12:23:32 PM
Oh Elise- I am in total shock. I couldn't believe what I was reading in the subject line, I haven't been on here much lately. I am so sorry for your loss. I can't believe this. Words can't express what I feel right now. I just want you to know I am thinking of you. Her stories and pictures and Eskie Smile will always be with me.
Post by: Molly's Mom on November 10, 2009, 01:12:29 PM
I'm so sorry to hear this! I also was in shock at the subject line and didn't think it could be! You're both in my thoughts.
Post by: Steve on November 10, 2009, 01:43:50 PM
Oh my gosh! I'm so sorry to hear this! Hana and you have touched so many lives - she will be greatly missed...
Post by: DebbieA on November 10, 2009, 02:08:17 PM
I am still in shock. I keep watching the videos and seeing how full of life she was.
The only thing that gets me through times like this is thinking that everything happens for a reason.
Post by: Hokie_Eskie on November 10, 2009, 02:32:22 PM
:( I was shocked when i read this too, I surely didnt think I was really reading the subject line correctly. I am so so sorry for your loss. We will wear our necklaces in honor and memory of Hana . Her magnet is on my fridge still, where it has been since the day we got it. We really enjoyed following her adventures and stories and she will be missed greatly.
I'm so sorry sweety. The kid's & I are Sending big hugs to you and Bill.
Post by: JBCohn on November 10, 2009, 04:46:57 PM
Dear Elsie:
Although I have not had the pleasure of meeting you or Hana in person, I did enjoy her photographs and hearing of her antics.
Do know this, she is waiting for you at the Rainbow Bridge. I enjoyed the video of her at Halloween in her little witch outfit. She looked like she was having a good time. It hope it is of some very small comfort to you that though she was so gravely ill, she obviously was not suffering and I hope she didn't suffer at the end.
Our deepest sympathies to you at this sad time - my heart goes out to you.
Julie
Belle, Reesey & Jasper :hkiss
and Juliet (the kitty)
Post by: SandysBuddy on November 10, 2009, 05:02:30 PM
I am so sorry for your loss. You and your family will be in my thoughts and prayers
in the coming days.
Sandy
Post by: Eskies4Us on November 10, 2009, 05:26:06 PM
I'm so sorry for your loss. Of all the videos I've seen on the list, Hana's after bath zoomies has always been my favorite. We all feel like we know Hana from all the wonderful pictures you've posted.
Post by: eskiagilitygal on November 10, 2009, 05:29:33 PM
Words can not express my sorrow for your loss. My sincerest and deepest of sympathies to you and Bill.
Post by: royalwebgirl on November 10, 2009, 05:41:15 PM
I'm so sorry for your loss! Such a beautiful girl. {{hugs}} !!
Post by: MzLiz on November 10, 2009, 06:04:37 PM
All of our hearts are breaking for you and Bill. Hana was a beautiful soul whose life brought joy to many people. I am so sorry her life was cut so short.
Post by: Eskiegirls on November 10, 2009, 06:20:08 PM
I am absolutely shocked--and so very, very sorry for your loss. My heart is broken for you all in the loss of your precious Hana. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Post by: Pupster414 on November 10, 2009, 06:34:06 PM
Like many of you, my heart is crying and I can barely think of any words to say that might offer comfort. Hana felt like a cousin pup... someone in our extended family who we only got to meet in person once. It feels like we have lost one of our own family. She was such a sweetheart with a gentle sweet smile... she just leaned her head on my leg at Jenny's house in SF for a pat and a kiss on the head. I like to think that she's not too far from you in spirit, Elise. We know how much you loved and adored her. I imagine that she basked in your love and knows what a beautiful life you gave her.
Hana, we will miss you and will remember you often. Thank you for giving all of us so much joy, laughter, and reasons to smile all these years. Little beings like you are the reason we love and grieve so deeply.
Elise, you and Bill are in my prayers.
Post by: snowflake's mom on November 10, 2009, 08:04:32 PM
Elise and Bill,
I am so completely shocked and saddened by your news. I, too, love the picture of her with her wings, and picture her at the rainbow bridge with her wings and an eskie grin. Please know you are in our thoughts and Hana will always be in our hearts.
Sarah, Lily, and Snowflake
Post by: Michael on November 10, 2009, 08:26:34 PM
Like everyone else, I am not only stunned by the sad news, but also at a loss for words as to what to say. There never seem to be the right words at a time like this. Both you (Elise) and Hana have become such a wonderful part of our lives that we cannot help but share in the loss. I am thinking right now of advice I'd heard somewhere about life being all about making memories, and that memories are made from the moments of sheer joy in life that we experience. And how you and Hana have exemplified that very essence, and shared so much of it with the rest of us here. Even though the time is difficult and the feelings full of pain and loss at the moment, it is because of the incredible joy that was shared together that we know we have so much to be grateful for. So many moments and memories to smile over and appreciate. So much that you brought to Hana's life, so much that she brought to your life, and so much that you brought to our lives by sharing so much of that with us. Along with our condolences, I know we must also not forget to say thank you for all the joy and wonderful moments you have given us to embrace as well.
Post by: nj on November 10, 2009, 08:31:08 PM
Like everyone else I am stunned and shocked. I am so sorry!
Post by: allie on November 10, 2009, 08:43:30 PM
I am sorry to hear about your loss thought and prayer will be coming your way
Post by: Ender on November 10, 2009, 11:50:59 PM
So sorry. We would have been lucky to know Hana. I'm glad that you made many posts and posted many pictures on Hana's blog and can look back at the wonderful times you had with her. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Post by: Eskielvr on November 10, 2009, 11:53:14 PM
What?!?!?? When I saw this, I couldn't believe it......I had to click on your name to make sure it wasn't who I thought it was......I was sure it was someone else's, I kept thinking over and over "No, not that Hana, it can't be!"......I'm so shocked and stunned and tears are hitting the keyboard as I type. I think my heart just fell in my stomach :( I, too, still have her magnet on my fridge. My heart goes out to you and your family. I feel so bad, that I can't offer much comfort. :(
Post by: 101eskies on November 11, 2009, 12:02:08 AM
I hadn't been on the board yet today so my mom called and told me this awful news. I have been so devastated ever since. I can't let myself think about it too much or I start crying. I actually cried all the way into work tonight. And I gave some extra special lovins to Hana's east coast twin here.
I have now found the only bad thing about this forum. It has created a large family spread across the country where we may never meet, but we care so much. I am so upset over the loss of our precious Hana and I have never met her or her people. I actually feel very cheated that I never got the chance to meet her. I never got to pet her, never got to listen to her barking as she asked for food (which I would have given her, by the way! :) ). But I am as upset over her loss as I would be over the loss of my own. And I hurt so very bad for Elise and Bill and feel so useless way out here.
Time to go now, crying at work doesn't look good. RIP sweet Hana. You were one special girl and you were loved and will be missed more than you could ever know. :(
Post by: NordicWhispers on November 11, 2009, 01:21:44 AM
I'm so sorry, Elise. I know that Hana filled such a special place in your family's life just as she touched so many people here on the board. She will be thought of often.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Post by: loveaneskie on November 11, 2009, 01:59:46 AM
I'm so shocked and sorry to hear of this. Although I had never met Hana in person, I did feel like I knew her through the Eskie Board and through her blog. I was stunned when I saw the post and can't help crying. I loved looking at the pictures of her. My favorites have to be Hana in the sports car and Hana and her buttereskie wings. My thoughts are with you and your family.
Hana will always be in my heart.
Dear Hana, Rest Easy and Run Free at the Rainbow Bridge
Post by: sanddollar_78240 on November 11, 2009, 05:13:48 AM
Oh my God, I can't believe this. I felt like I almost knew your sweet, beautiful girl from all the videos you've shared with us. I'm so very sorry and so, so shocked. And I can't help being worried about Y'All. I know how heartbroken Y'All must be and how much you miss her already.
You and Bill are in our prayers here.
I'm so grateful the California Eskie people are close by.
Post by: snowballsmom on November 11, 2009, 09:31:30 AM
i think, mandy, you said it beautifully, what we are all feeling. me, at least. i woke up at 4am just to go find my guys for a guh, and ended up teary eyed. this is just such a blow to our "family".
Post by: jennyb on November 11, 2009, 10:28:46 AM
Hi everyone.
I agree that Mandy said it best. We've developed a family here and so many of us are affected by Hana's loss. I have cried many for Hana myself. I think that in addition to the initial shock of Hana's death, I'm a bit shocked by how deeply I've been affected. I really will miss hearing about Hana's adventures. I'm sure she is having many more at the Rainbow bridge and will tell Bill and Elise all about them later.
But for now, a few of us are setting up a memorial fund so that we can donate to a local shelter in Hana's name. Elise and Bill will pick out which shelter to donate the funds too. If you are interested in participating, please send me a PM and I'll add your name to the list to be sent more information when I have it.
Post by: williesmom on November 11, 2009, 10:39:05 AM
I was just thinking about Hana and the recent picture of her as a Butter-eskie. I think she was just trying on her angel wings...
Post by: snowballsmom on November 11, 2009, 10:48:48 AM
i feel like the sudden-ness of it was the hugest part of the blow, too.
the seniors, the sick ones...it's different.
i am glad i'm not only only one crying at my desk and/or at home.:( i too, am shocked how hard this hit me.
i think i have to stop checking this page for a bit.
Post by: caroline on November 11, 2009, 10:59:33 AM
I too cannot stop crying, at work and at home and thinking about Hana and Elise and Bill.
Post by: Saint Mom on November 11, 2009, 11:01:34 AM
I know Jen. Hard on any of us I think. It seems to not go away. Always coming back in the back of our minds. Gotta stop looking at this thread too for a while. ;{
Last night Sylvain came to bed and he said "we still have that magnet on our fridge" in a very soft voice. Like something to treasure. Then we could not help but hold Tako (as Nuuk is never with us in bed as she prefers to guard the front door...you know...our alarm system is really futile to her eyes and ears.
I was telling my boss this at lunch yesterday and we got teary. So yep. A tight-knit virtual family. With our ups and lows.
Of course, I still have all those xmas cards in my grooming room and those magnets from any dog we got on the fridge. And it will stay there for a while. Much better than those pizza magnets right! :D
Post by: Rileysmom on November 11, 2009, 11:06:02 AM
Oh, Elise...I am so sorry for your loss! ;{ I haven't been on the board for a few days and this was the first post I saw when I signed on. At first I refused to believe it was OUR Hana until I saw the princess in her beautiful halloween costume--then what a terrible, heartbreaking shock! Like many others have said, I am in tears now and find it difficult to write. Thanks to all your stories and pictures, I too feel that Hana was a member of our family--Riley's little cyber-sister--and losing her so suddenly is devastating beyond words. But I believe although her life was short it was very, very happy and full due to your excellent care. In the days to come, please try to take a little comfort in those wonderful stories of Hana's adventures, so many of which you have generously shared with us. My heartfelt condolences to you and Bill...
Post by: Eskielvr on November 11, 2009, 11:07:41 AM
It was not only the shock of it happening so suddenly and without warning, it's also the grim reality that it could happen to any one of us. My two are Hana's age so it was that much more personal to me as well. I went to bed crying last night, and gave the dogs extra hugs and kisses. Meli always sleeps on the bed with me so I gave her an extra long belly rub before she licked my tears off my face....Okay I'm tearing up again now. I need to take a break from the thread as well as to not worry the dogs again or Krista.
Post by: SandysBuddy on November 11, 2009, 11:08:50 AM
I'm very new to this site, but the news of Hana's passing just hit so hard.
Everytime I come on eskie.net I cry and have been teary eyed since early
yesterday when I read the news. The news just hurt everyone, those who
knew Hana and those of us that had never met her.
Post by: eskiemom on November 11, 2009, 03:40:49 PM
I was so shocked and sad to see this post. It is so hard to know what to say but I will share a poem that always helps me when someone- be it pet or human-crosses over the bridge. I hope you will find some solace in it.
I AM NOT THERE
Do not stand at my grave and weep;
I am not there. I do not sleep.
I am a thousand winds that blow.
I am the diamond glints on snow.
I am the sunlight on ripened grain.
I am the gentle autumn's rain.
When you awaken in the morning's hush,
I am the swift uplifting rush
of quiet birds in circled flight.
I am the soft stars that shine at night.
Do not stand at my grave and cry;
I am not there, I did not die.
Various sources attribute this poem to the one of the following authors:
(A) Mary Frye
(B) Joyce Fossen
(C) An unknown member of the Hobi Native American Tribe
Jane
Post by: Rana on November 11, 2009, 04:03:00 PM
Elise,
I'm so shocked when I read this post. I dont know what to say because there are no words (from any of us) that could make this any easier for you and your family. SO HUGS and :hkiss.
~Rana
Post by: Blizard's Mom on November 12, 2009, 05:39:01 PM
Elise & Bill,
With tears in my eyes, I offer what comfort words can bring. Hana was a joy to watch on the board, though we never met her. She was and will always be a great ambassador for Eskies. So sorry she had to leave so soon. Blizzard & Yeti send eskie hugs and kisses too.
Post by: Tricia on November 12, 2009, 07:29:52 PM
With tearful eyes, I will attempt to share our pain in our hearts for your loss.
Yogi on my lap, licking my tears and Shiloh's at my feet knowing that something is wrong :(
Hana's memories will live on. Thanks for sharing her with us!
Post by: Steve on November 12, 2009, 10:09:33 PM
Elsie this is mommysgirl. When I read about your little heart I felt your pain. Hana will always be in the hearts of all who knew and loved her. Hugs to you and yours in your time of loss. I will be thinking of you.
Post by: MiaNPablosMama on November 14, 2009, 05:56:00 AM
I am so sorry for your sudden loss of Hana. She was a beautiful girl in every way.
Post by: Jasmine on November 14, 2009, 01:49:18 PM
Elise
I am so sad that Hana has gone to the Rainbow Bridge. Hana has touched so many people, with her Blog, the Eskie Board, her Necklaces and her Beautiful Pictures and Dogventures. You did a fantastic job of bringing her into so many peoples homes. She will be missed.
I will never forget Beautiful Hana and treasure the Necklaces that I have for Jasmine that remind me of her. I also still have the Magnet of Hana in the Pumpkin Patch on my Fridge, it will stay there for a long time.
Run free with the wind sweet Hana.
Hanna & Jasmine
Post by: wildcat on November 15, 2009, 01:15:59 AM
So sad. I've been so busy trying to get over a nasty bacterial infection that I haven't logged in for a number of days. Sad to come back and read this news. It feels like just yesterday that you shared photos of Hana at Halloween being a good little witch, enjoying the festivities. I truly am at a loss for words, but know that Cherokee, Kody and I grieve with you.
Post by: Horizonaed on November 15, 2009, 06:15:53 PM
Elise, I am so very sorry for your loss. Hana was a celebrity among this Eskie family and she will be greatly missed by all. Hugs to you and your family. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.
Post by: Hana on November 15, 2009, 11:57:05 PM
Bill and I want to thank all of you for your phone calls, sympathy cards, dog blog tributes, and messages of support during this difficult time. Hana passed away one week ago Friday. We always thought we'd have her for 4 or 5 more years. We are still in shock over her sudden passing.
The house is very quiet without her. There are so many things that remind us of her. Normally we have the window shades open on Hana's ledge, so she can spy on all the neighbors, but since her passing, we have kept them closed the whole time. At the end of the evening, before we go to "sleepytime", we would always take her downstairs to go outside for one last pee. I find myself still going downstairs, because this is just something I need to do, because it's my habit to go down with Hana. It was a part of her routine, and a part of MY routine. When we're going to sleep, Hana would be in her little bed, making cute little LOUD snores, and we'd sneak little laughs night after night about how cute she sounded. We never tired talking about it or her. Bill washed Hana's food and water bowls for the last time, and I put them back on Hana's mat in the corner. It just seems like her dishes are supposed to be there. We went to In-N-Out, our weekend family outing, and Hana wasn't there to eat her french fries. So, it's been a very difficult week filled of emotion and turmoil.
It's been overwhelming to know how much she meant to so many of you. I am truly touched. I will miss posting about the dogventures Hana allowed us to share with her. But I will always have this Eskie Board and Hana's Blog to read about the good times we had. I am so thankful that there is a record of our dogventures together. My plan is to copy Hana's blog into paper/book format so I will always have that for safekeeping.
I want to thank Michael for the Eskie Board. When I first discovered the Eskie Board, I thought "Wow, where have you all been? This is exactly what I have been looking for! I have finally found the people I belong with!" Since the day I found the Eskie Board, I have been glued to it. The Eskie Board has been a daily part of my life and I am so glad to be a part of it. You are all like family. We have had many local eskie meet ups, plus it has been wonderful meeting so many of you from out of state (and out of the country)! I don't even blink twice now about meeting "online eskie strangers." Seems pretty normal to me! For those that I haven't met, so many of you I feel like I know so well.
I also want to thank Ender/Jeannie (Hana's nephew) and Casper D Dog/Leslie for introducing us to the Eskie Board. It was because of them that I learned about and became part of this wonderful group. And I want to also thank Jenny, for arranging the Memorial for Hana. It's good to know that maybe some dogs will be helped, in Hana's memory.
On Friday we picked up Hana's ashes. They are in a little wood box with her name on it. It sits on our nightstand. We also have her paw print in clay and a lock of her fur. Her collar and leash also sit on our nightstand.
Thank you so much for caring about our little furbaby, Hana the Dog. I have enjoyed sharing our dogventures with you. Thank you for letting us do that. We will miss Hana greatly and will never forget her. She was so special to us. She brought us so much joy. She was the spark in our lives.
~Elise and Bill
Post by: vlynn on November 16, 2009, 07:13:36 AM
I am totally is shock at this news. I am so sorry to hear about Hana. My prayers are with you and Bill. Hana will be missed.
Post by: Keith-Dawg on November 17, 2009, 03:35:20 PM
We are so sad to hear of your loss...........
Post by: Tricia on November 17, 2009, 10:25:06 PM
ok, I haven't met you, yet...I feel I was reading a good-bye letter.
That made me feel worse.
We are still here for your family & Hana.
Our memories of her will live on as well as our friendship with you could live on.
Hope to hear from you often in the future.
Post by: williesmom on November 17, 2009, 10:36:20 PM
I agree. Please check in with us often. Even though we aren't "blood" related, we will always be family.
Post by: Roxbear on November 18, 2009, 11:55:23 AM
I've told Elise privately that I hoped she would continue to be part of this forum--and I was happy to see her comment on some of the posts this week!
Post by: BanaerEskies on November 18, 2009, 12:09:10 PM
Yes! Elise will always be part of our extended Eskie Family!!
Post by: snowballsmom on November 18, 2009, 12:10:17 PM
Quote from: Roxbear on November 18, 2009, 11:55:23 AM
I was happy to see her comment on some of the posts this week!
me too :)
hopefully the time will come when elise and bill have another eskie furkid to tell us all about.
Post by: Saint Mom on November 18, 2009, 12:16:42 PM
Of course Elise will still come to chat with us. She is addicted to the group afterall. Right Elise??? :D :D
Take the time to heal your pain and come back to us whenever you are ready. We are never too far away (virtually that is in most cases). I certainly know it would be a very hard time for me to come and see all those dog pictures all the time. So if you are MIA at some point, we'll understand. (http://images.paraorkut.com/img/emoticons/images/h/hugs-216.gif)
Post by: eskilady on November 18, 2009, 12:40:08 PM
I agree Elise - you can't leave us just because Hana is at the Rainbow Bridge. We are all family!
Post by: JulieG on November 18, 2009, 08:03:32 PM
I was so shocked to read this at Hana's blog. Hana was very special indeed & we will treasure our times together at the Silveroaks reunions and eskie board gatherings.
Post by: UKTWA on November 18, 2009, 10:56:37 PM
i have not posted recently and just read this. I am so sorry for your loss. Know that we are all thinking of you.
Post by: eskienoel on November 27, 2009, 01:36:37 PM
I'm late to this post but I just wanted to say that I am so, so sorry for your loss, and for the loss to everyone who knew Hana, either in person or from the board. I hope you are able to find some comfort in knowing how loved Hana is and how much joy she brought everyone here. Hugs to you.
Post by: katie's mom on November 27, 2009, 03:06:32 PM
I'm relatively new to the board but read of your loss with great sympathy. I haven't of course followed Hana's life but I read about her in Casper d dog's blog and know what a friend she was to him. Too, you lost her within days of my losing my Katie, so, although all of us grieve in different ways, I feel I do know something of your loss. I am so terribly, terribly sorry. I know from my experience that it helps to have other people acknowledge how very, very special your dog was. And it's clear to me both from Casper's blog and from all of the postings above mine that you had a truly extraordinary dog in your life. May peace emerge from your pain.
Post by: wildcat on November 29, 2009, 07:06:13 PM
I just wanted to post again in this thread to say that I realized the other day, after looking at my fridge, I have a nice magnet with Hana on it. I also have the magnet of Casper right next to it. I now look at that magnet every single day and it makes me smile. Hana will live on on my fridge, keeping watch over my food stuffs. :)
Post by: blessed woman on December 01, 2009, 11:20:41 AM
Oh Elise,
I wandered into this section and found this. I haven't even read through your post. I am so, so sorry...what a shock. I will be thinking of you and praying for you and crying for you. Sending hugs your way.
Post by: IslandEskie on December 01, 2009, 02:55:23 PM
Oh my. Elise I am so sorry to hear about Hana's passing. ;{
Post by: BamaEskies on December 03, 2009, 08:38:52 PM
I haven't visited this forum in awhile, so I'm just now finding out about Hana. Elise, I am so sorry. I am speechless.......
Post by: gigigal on December 04, 2009, 11:33:28 PM
My very belated condelences to the loss of your loving Hana.
Gentle huggies,
Post by: blessed woman on December 09, 2009, 01:11:14 PM
Just cried my way through Hana's Sammy Snack video. What a sweetie.
Post by: Hana on December 09, 2009, 01:24:08 PM
Yes, we miss our little Hana Dog very much. She was taken from us too soon. She was the best dog in the whole world.
I bought a little wood box to put all her things in. I have her collar and tags, leash, locks of fur, two thumb nails we found in a decorative bowl in the living room, and her clay paw prints. I have her little baby teeth somewhere... will have to find them and add them to the box.
I also have a small pail of her fur, from combing her. Not sure what I should do with it yet. It's not much though.
Post by: Tricia on December 09, 2009, 03:48:00 PM
What a GREAT idea...to keep a box of her things ;)
Post by: reneec on December 09, 2009, 04:07:25 PM
You also have the eskie doll that Leslie made out of Hana's fur, don't you?
Post by: Hana on December 09, 2009, 04:37:03 PM
I do. The box of ashes and box of her things are on my nightstand. The eskie doll, made with Hana's fur, Leslie made is hanging on the wall, right nearby.
I am still debating over whether to decorate the wood box that has Hana's things in them. Leslie knows of a way to laminate a photo on a box, so I might ask her how she did that. Or, I might buy some wood letters from Michael's and glue "H A N A" on the front of the box.
Post by: snowballsmom on December 09, 2009, 04:52:08 PM
michaels and AC moore have some nice shadow boxes you can make with photos and keepsakes mounted, like tags, furballs :), collars, etc. to hang somewhere in the house.
Post by: reneec on December 09, 2009, 05:56:21 PM
You could decoupage photos onto the box.
Title: Hana has gone to the rainbow bridge
Post by: JimmyThy on November 09, 2009, 11:47:44 PM
Elise....
I'm utterly, completely, totally speechless as I write this. My mouth is still hanging open, my heart is broken, and my eyes are full of tears.
Words simply cannot express just how sorry I am to hear of this tragic news. Hana and her stories have always given us so much joy and laughter as well, and losing her is like losing one of our own.
There is nothing I can say that will make your situation any better, but know that her barks will always sing in our hearts as well.
All our Eskie love to you and your family right now.
Post by: jennyb on November 09, 2009, 11:51:51 PM
Elise, this is so heartbreaking. She was too young to go. I know Luna, Loki and the other NorCal Eskies will miss her presence greatly.
Here is my absolute favorite picture of Hana, posing on a rock with the wind in her hair:
(http://i48.photobucket.com/albums/f241/hanatamers/EskiePacifica2008Jul010.jpg)
My deepest sympathies to you and Bill.
Post by: BanaerEskies on November 09, 2009, 11:55:10 PM
I am so sorry for you loss. Your post has had me in tears; I am completely dumbfounded. Like Thy said, it is definitely like losing one of our own. She was such a happy vibrant girl who will be greatly missed by her family and her fans.
Post by: DebbieA on November 10, 2009, 12:00:54 AM
Oh Elise. I'm so, so sorry. :(
Post by: cheinbach32 on November 10, 2009, 12:01:18 AM
I am also in shock and in tears. I am so sorry to hear this. I have not been on the board as long as the others but all I can think of is her halloween costume and how pretty she looked. I am so sorry.
Post by: DesertEskie on November 10, 2009, 12:17:15 AM
Crushing sadness. Just through your posts, Hana had become a little furry Eskie relative to us &, if we all have feel pain & shed tears for her & for your loss, I cannot imagine the extent of your devastation. So unbelievably sad. We are so very, very sorry to hear this news.
Post by: Roxbear on November 10, 2009, 12:24:40 AM
Oh Elise, I know I've already said it, but I am just heartbroken. You can see from everyone's posts here how special Hana was to all of us!
Post by: casper_d_dog on November 10, 2009, 12:31:19 AM
Hana's passing has us all heartbroken. It's still hard not to cry when I think of her. The 9 years she had with you guys is so short but so very precious. You guys loved her so much and she loved you. Hugs to you and Bill. You guys know we are here for you. Thanks for sharing Hana with us. We will treasure the memory of our adventures together. Casper misses his girlfriend. :(
Post by: Lynne on November 10, 2009, 12:46:06 AM
It is with tears in my eyes that I write this. I swear I cried until 1:00 a.m. this morning. I couldn't believe it and am still in shock. I will treasure my magnet of Hana and xmas cards I have of her. I don't think I will ever forget her sitting in the little car. All your pictures of her and stories were so cute and so many memories of her I will keep. Her popcorn eyes and videos were the best. I know how much your loved your little girl and just know we all loved her too. Hana will be missed greatly. Leslie, I was remembering Casper and his girlfriend Hana this evening.
Elise and Bill, I will be keeping you in my thoughts and prayers.
Post by: yukismom on November 10, 2009, 12:52:54 AM
Oh, Bill and Elise, what can I say. Hana was my favorite as you could always tell. she was too young to pass away to the rainbow bridge but at least she is no longer in pain and can run and bark free at the bridge with Yuki. You will always have a very special place in your hearts as all of us will. I am sending ((((((((hugs))))))))) and will keep you and Bill in my heart and prayers. I'm sure grandpa is very sad too. Just think, she may be having a can of tuna with grandma right now!! Hugs!!!!
Post by: Yukon on November 10, 2009, 12:58:33 AM
As I have told you before, I do not have the words to express my sadness at the news of Hana's passing. Hana was a beautiful, sweet eskie girl with such a wonderful fun-loving personality, and you made her very special to so many of us by sharing your adventures. I will really miss seeing her pictures and hearing stories of your fun times together, they always made me smile and laugh. Although Hana's life was too short, it was incredibly full -- no doubt she lived the equivalent of many dog lives in her adventures and friendships, and in the incredible love that you and Bill had for her, and her for you.
There are so many great choices for favorites (the eskie rock picture that JennyB posted, the gorgeous picture of her in the pumpkin patch, Hana in the little car, eating fries at In N' Out), but I think my favorite picture of Hana is one you posted just a couple of weeks ago:
(http://i48.photobucket.com/albums/f241/hanatamers/butterfly/IMG_0341.jpg)
I will always picture her like that, with her incredibly beautiful eskie smile, showing off her new butterfly wings. No doubt she is wearing them now, a magnificent fluffy butter-eskie, at the rainbow bridge.
Elise -- you and Bill are in my prayers. I am sending you both enormous hugs. Yukon and Kiska send you lots of eskie kisses, and they miss their dear sweet cousin.
Rest in peace, beloved Hana, we will all miss you.
Post by: Roxbear on November 10, 2009, 01:00:21 AM
Lynne, of all the wonderful pictures of Hana, that one is the most memorable to me!
Post by: Lynne on November 10, 2009, 01:10:38 AM
I know...me too!!! There are so many...how can you ever pick just one or two!
Post by: Yukon on November 10, 2009, 01:17:34 AM
I know, there are so many great choices. Or how about a favorite video!!! I just watched Hana's After-Bath-Zoomies again, and smiled and cried at the same time...
Post by: BLUcomet on November 10, 2009, 01:23:57 AM
Elise, I am so sorry to hear this sad news. My heart sunk when I read the subject line and thought that it couldn't be true. I'm in shock and tears. I can't even imagine how difficult this is for you and your family right now. Hana was a very special girl. I will really miss her adorable pictures and adventures.
Post by: casper_d_dog on November 10, 2009, 01:35:42 AM
Can't believe they won't have any more doggie dates. =( It felt so sad not seeing Hana at the window to greet us when we came by.
Yes, many wonderful pictures and videos. I love that picture of her as the Butter Eskie, too. At least we have all this footage of Hana to remember her by.
Post by: Lynne on November 10, 2009, 02:03:44 AM
Quote from: casper_d_dog on November 10, 2009, 01:35:42 AM
Yes, many wonderful pictures and videos. I love that picture of her as the Butter Eskie, too. At least we have all this footage of Hana to remember her by.
Yes we do! Hopefully it will bring Elise comfort too! It is like one big eskie family here and I swear you all helped me get through losing Shasta. So I'm hoping we can all gather around Elise and Bill and help them get through this too.
Post by: Saint Mom on November 10, 2009, 07:03:12 AM
Finding this, we are in shock. I was lucky to be one of those to meet her in person. She was a great dog.
We know they will probably all cross the bridge before we do. But still. Wished they could really live longer than this.
My deepest sympathies to you and husband.
Post by: xragrl on November 10, 2009, 07:19:03 AM
I am so sorry Elise. When I read the title I couldn't believe it. Still can't. My deepest sympathies to you and your family.
Post by: eskilady on November 10, 2009, 07:50:22 AM
OMG!!!! Elise, I couldn't believe this when I read the subject line. I thought that it just couldn't be true!!! My jaw dropped!! I am so sorry to hear that she has passed! But at least she didn't suffer and she will be waiting for you at the Rainbow Bridge. She will live forever in your heart and your memories - and our memories too.
Post by: delta on November 10, 2009, 08:24:52 AM
This is so sad. I am totally speechless. Hana was so young it seemed. I really loved watching videos about her. I think I remember one where she was looking at you with such puppy eyes wanting to eat some popcorn and you gave her some and she ate it and continued her puppy stare until you gave her another piece.
Post by: Pinebrook on November 10, 2009, 08:37:47 AM
Oh, Elise, I am so sorry to hear about Hana. Lynne called me yesterday and I have been in shock ever since. She was truly a love. I will cherish the magnet I have on my refrig of her in the pumpkin patch. My prayers and thoughts are with you and Bill. Eskie hugs from my gang.
Post by: snowballsmom on November 10, 2009, 08:49:55 AM
OMG elise. i feel like i was hit by a bus, this is so unexpected. my heart is breaking for you and your hubby.
Post by: caroline on November 10, 2009, 09:15:24 AM
I am so sorry to hear this terrible news. My heart goes out to you. She was such a beautiful girl.
Post by: JBurrows on November 10, 2009, 09:30:00 AM
Oh no... I'm so sorry to hear about Hana. Our thoughts are with you. *hugs*
Post by: EskieMa on November 10, 2009, 09:36:06 AM
What a blow to the heart. My deepest sympathies.
Post by: williesmom on November 10, 2009, 09:40:17 AM
I, like the others, didnt think it could possibly be true when I read the subject line. My deepest sympathies for you and your husband. I cant even imagine how hard this must be for you. (((HUGS)))
Post by: Christinn on November 10, 2009, 09:41:01 AM
Elise,
I am so heartbroken to read this news!!!! There truly are no words to let you know how deeply sorry I am to hear of Hana's passing. I have really enjoyed all the stories,pictures and videos of her over the years. She had such a fun personality that just seemed to shine through. We are just so grateful to have been blessed for a short while by such a precious little girl. Goodbye sweet girl...we will keep you in our hearts always!
Post by: Whytepine on November 10, 2009, 09:47:12 AM
Elise, I just couldn't believe it when I read the post line. Haven't been on here for a while and I thought it must be a new member with a dog named Hana. Hubby and I are both shocked by this news. :(
You are both in our thoughts and prayers.
Post by: reneec on November 10, 2009, 10:05:45 AM
Elise and Bill - It still brings tears to my eyes. Our last CEL outing in Carmel was just so much fun with our furry companions. I was going to suggest another one, but Hana's passing was just so out of the blue. Like Abby is to me, Hana was to you. (((((((((((Hugs))))))))).
Post by: nevada.the.eskie on November 10, 2009, 10:07:56 AM
Elise, Im so sorry :( Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
I read the subject and since it was in a new section of the board, I figured it had to be an old post and my jaw hit the floor as I started to read the thread. Im fighting off tears for you as I post this. Even though I never physically met Hana, I feel like I have known her for years now.
Eskie :hkiss :hkiss :hkiss for you and your husband!
Post by: Roxbear on November 10, 2009, 10:12:26 AM
I was one of the lucky ones to have met Hana in person. Elise picked me up at the airport when I flew to San Fransisco for the Eskie meet @ JennyB's home. Hana was in the back seat of the car wearing one of her beautiful necklaces...I was amazed at her calmness (as many of you know, my Roxie is anything but calm) and she was so sweet. I'm sure I'm not the only one who felt this way, but when I would read Elise's posts about Hana's adventures, in my mind it really WAS Hana telling the story. She was so "humanized" to me--and I think it makes this horrible news all the worse ;{ Jen said it well--I too felt like I'd been hit by a bus on Sunday afternoon when I found out she was gone. Seems surreal. As sad as this is for all of us, I cannot even begin to imagine what it's like for Elise and Bill to have the center of their world taken away so soon and suddenly.
Wish there was something we could do.....
Post by: Ramses_n_Me on November 10, 2009, 10:32:30 AM
Like so many others, Hana has touched my life (and Ramses') even though we never had the pleasure of meeting her in person. I just started baking treats for Ramses recently. Every time I do, I think of Hana and the peanut butter/pumpkin treat post. She was a wonderful ambassador for the Eskie breed.
I am completely floored and devastated by this news. My deepest condolences to you and Bill.
Post by: Kathy on November 10, 2009, 11:14:01 AM
Oh no! Oh no! Oh no!!! I'm crying too much at work to write, but wanted to express my sympathy. Huge hugs from the Snowpups and I.
Post by: kittyangel on November 10, 2009, 11:27:20 AM
Please accept my condolances Elise. I am so sorry for your lose, especially to a special girl who passes on way too early than she should have. I can't even imagine how you must be feeling, and my heart goes out to you and your family for this tragic loss. It's a sad day to learn of this news. :( :( :(
Kiki gives her kisses to you... :hkiss :hkiss :hkiss
Post by: Cozzy on November 10, 2009, 12:23:32 PM
Oh Elise- I am in total shock. I couldn't believe what I was reading in the subject line, I haven't been on here much lately. I am so sorry for your loss. I can't believe this. Words can't express what I feel right now. I just want you to know I am thinking of you. Her stories and pictures and Eskie Smile will always be with me.
Post by: Molly's Mom on November 10, 2009, 01:12:29 PM
I'm so sorry to hear this! I also was in shock at the subject line and didn't think it could be! You're both in my thoughts.
Post by: Steve on November 10, 2009, 01:43:50 PM
Oh my gosh! I'm so sorry to hear this! Hana and you have touched so many lives - she will be greatly missed...
Post by: DebbieA on November 10, 2009, 02:08:17 PM
I am still in shock. I keep watching the videos and seeing how full of life she was.
The only thing that gets me through times like this is thinking that everything happens for a reason.
Post by: Hokie_Eskie on November 10, 2009, 02:32:22 PM
:( I was shocked when i read this too, I surely didnt think I was really reading the subject line correctly. I am so so sorry for your loss. We will wear our necklaces in honor and memory of Hana . Her magnet is on my fridge still, where it has been since the day we got it. We really enjoyed following her adventures and stories and she will be missed greatly.
I'm so sorry sweety. The kid's & I are Sending big hugs to you and Bill.
Post by: JBCohn on November 10, 2009, 04:46:57 PM
Dear Elsie:
Although I have not had the pleasure of meeting you or Hana in person, I did enjoy her photographs and hearing of her antics.
Do know this, she is waiting for you at the Rainbow Bridge. I enjoyed the video of her at Halloween in her little witch outfit. She looked like she was having a good time. It hope it is of some very small comfort to you that though she was so gravely ill, she obviously was not suffering and I hope she didn't suffer at the end.
Our deepest sympathies to you at this sad time - my heart goes out to you.
Julie
Belle, Reesey & Jasper :hkiss
and Juliet (the kitty)
Post by: SandysBuddy on November 10, 2009, 05:02:30 PM
I am so sorry for your loss. You and your family will be in my thoughts and prayers
in the coming days.
Sandy
Post by: Eskies4Us on November 10, 2009, 05:26:06 PM
I'm so sorry for your loss. Of all the videos I've seen on the list, Hana's after bath zoomies has always been my favorite. We all feel like we know Hana from all the wonderful pictures you've posted.
Post by: eskiagilitygal on November 10, 2009, 05:29:33 PM
Words can not express my sorrow for your loss. My sincerest and deepest of sympathies to you and Bill.
Post by: royalwebgirl on November 10, 2009, 05:41:15 PM
I'm so sorry for your loss! Such a beautiful girl. {{hugs}} !!
Post by: MzLiz on November 10, 2009, 06:04:37 PM
All of our hearts are breaking for you and Bill. Hana was a beautiful soul whose life brought joy to many people. I am so sorry her life was cut so short.
Post by: Eskiegirls on November 10, 2009, 06:20:08 PM
I am absolutely shocked--and so very, very sorry for your loss. My heart is broken for you all in the loss of your precious Hana. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Post by: Pupster414 on November 10, 2009, 06:34:06 PM
Like many of you, my heart is crying and I can barely think of any words to say that might offer comfort. Hana felt like a cousin pup... someone in our extended family who we only got to meet in person once. It feels like we have lost one of our own family. She was such a sweetheart with a gentle sweet smile... she just leaned her head on my leg at Jenny's house in SF for a pat and a kiss on the head. I like to think that she's not too far from you in spirit, Elise. We know how much you loved and adored her. I imagine that she basked in your love and knows what a beautiful life you gave her.
Hana, we will miss you and will remember you often. Thank you for giving all of us so much joy, laughter, and reasons to smile all these years. Little beings like you are the reason we love and grieve so deeply.
Elise, you and Bill are in my prayers.
Post by: snowflake's mom on November 10, 2009, 08:04:32 PM
Elise and Bill,
I am so completely shocked and saddened by your news. I, too, love the picture of her with her wings, and picture her at the rainbow bridge with her wings and an eskie grin. Please know you are in our thoughts and Hana will always be in our hearts.
Sarah, Lily, and Snowflake
Post by: Michael on November 10, 2009, 08:26:34 PM
Like everyone else, I am not only stunned by the sad news, but also at a loss for words as to what to say. There never seem to be the right words at a time like this. Both you (Elise) and Hana have become such a wonderful part of our lives that we cannot help but share in the loss. I am thinking right now of advice I'd heard somewhere about life being all about making memories, and that memories are made from the moments of sheer joy in life that we experience. And how you and Hana have exemplified that very essence, and shared so much of it with the rest of us here. Even though the time is difficult and the feelings full of pain and loss at the moment, it is because of the incredible joy that was shared together that we know we have so much to be grateful for. So many moments and memories to smile over and appreciate. So much that you brought to Hana's life, so much that she brought to your life, and so much that you brought to our lives by sharing so much of that with us. Along with our condolences, I know we must also not forget to say thank you for all the joy and wonderful moments you have given us to embrace as well.
Post by: nj on November 10, 2009, 08:31:08 PM
Like everyone else I am stunned and shocked. I am so sorry!
Post by: allie on November 10, 2009, 08:43:30 PM
I am sorry to hear about your loss thought and prayer will be coming your way
Post by: Ender on November 10, 2009, 11:50:59 PM
So sorry. We would have been lucky to know Hana. I'm glad that you made many posts and posted many pictures on Hana's blog and can look back at the wonderful times you had with her. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Post by: Eskielvr on November 10, 2009, 11:53:14 PM
What?!?!?? When I saw this, I couldn't believe it......I had to click on your name to make sure it wasn't who I thought it was......I was sure it was someone else's, I kept thinking over and over "No, not that Hana, it can't be!"......I'm so shocked and stunned and tears are hitting the keyboard as I type. I think my heart just fell in my stomach :( I, too, still have her magnet on my fridge. My heart goes out to you and your family. I feel so bad, that I can't offer much comfort. :(
Post by: 101eskies on November 11, 2009, 12:02:08 AM
I hadn't been on the board yet today so my mom called and told me this awful news. I have been so devastated ever since. I can't let myself think about it too much or I start crying. I actually cried all the way into work tonight. And I gave some extra special lovins to Hana's east coast twin here.
I have now found the only bad thing about this forum. It has created a large family spread across the country where we may never meet, but we care so much. I am so upset over the loss of our precious Hana and I have never met her or her people. I actually feel very cheated that I never got the chance to meet her. I never got to pet her, never got to listen to her barking as she asked for food (which I would have given her, by the way! :) ). But I am as upset over her loss as I would be over the loss of my own. And I hurt so very bad for Elise and Bill and feel so useless way out here.
Time to go now, crying at work doesn't look good. RIP sweet Hana. You were one special girl and you were loved and will be missed more than you could ever know. :(
Post by: NordicWhispers on November 11, 2009, 01:21:44 AM
I'm so sorry, Elise. I know that Hana filled such a special place in your family's life just as she touched so many people here on the board. She will be thought of often.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Post by: loveaneskie on November 11, 2009, 01:59:46 AM
I'm so shocked and sorry to hear of this. Although I had never met Hana in person, I did feel like I knew her through the Eskie Board and through her blog. I was stunned when I saw the post and can't help crying. I loved looking at the pictures of her. My favorites have to be Hana in the sports car and Hana and her buttereskie wings. My thoughts are with you and your family.
Hana will always be in my heart.
Dear Hana, Rest Easy and Run Free at the Rainbow Bridge
Post by: sanddollar_78240 on November 11, 2009, 05:13:48 AM
Oh my God, I can't believe this. I felt like I almost knew your sweet, beautiful girl from all the videos you've shared with us. I'm so very sorry and so, so shocked. And I can't help being worried about Y'All. I know how heartbroken Y'All must be and how much you miss her already.
You and Bill are in our prayers here.
I'm so grateful the California Eskie people are close by.
Post by: snowballsmom on November 11, 2009, 09:31:30 AM
i think, mandy, you said it beautifully, what we are all feeling. me, at least. i woke up at 4am just to go find my guys for a guh, and ended up teary eyed. this is just such a blow to our "family".
Post by: jennyb on November 11, 2009, 10:28:46 AM
Hi everyone.
I agree that Mandy said it best. We've developed a family here and so many of us are affected by Hana's loss. I have cried many for Hana myself. I think that in addition to the initial shock of Hana's death, I'm a bit shocked by how deeply I've been affected. I really will miss hearing about Hana's adventures. I'm sure she is having many more at the Rainbow bridge and will tell Bill and Elise all about them later.
But for now, a few of us are setting up a memorial fund so that we can donate to a local shelter in Hana's name. Elise and Bill will pick out which shelter to donate the funds too. If you are interested in participating, please send me a PM and I'll add your name to the list to be sent more information when I have it.
Post by: williesmom on November 11, 2009, 10:39:05 AM
I was just thinking about Hana and the recent picture of her as a Butter-eskie. I think she was just trying on her angel wings...
Post by: snowballsmom on November 11, 2009, 10:48:48 AM
i feel like the sudden-ness of it was the hugest part of the blow, too.
the seniors, the sick ones...it's different.
i am glad i'm not only only one crying at my desk and/or at home.:( i too, am shocked how hard this hit me.
i think i have to stop checking this page for a bit.
Post by: caroline on November 11, 2009, 10:59:33 AM
I too cannot stop crying, at work and at home and thinking about Hana and Elise and Bill.
Post by: Saint Mom on November 11, 2009, 11:01:34 AM
I know Jen. Hard on any of us I think. It seems to not go away. Always coming back in the back of our minds. Gotta stop looking at this thread too for a while. ;{
Last night Sylvain came to bed and he said "we still have that magnet on our fridge" in a very soft voice. Like something to treasure. Then we could not help but hold Tako (as Nuuk is never with us in bed as she prefers to guard the front door...you know...our alarm system is really futile to her eyes and ears.
I was telling my boss this at lunch yesterday and we got teary. So yep. A tight-knit virtual family. With our ups and lows.
Of course, I still have all those xmas cards in my grooming room and those magnets from any dog we got on the fridge. And it will stay there for a while. Much better than those pizza magnets right! :D
Post by: Rileysmom on November 11, 2009, 11:06:02 AM
Oh, Elise...I am so sorry for your loss! ;{ I haven't been on the board for a few days and this was the first post I saw when I signed on. At first I refused to believe it was OUR Hana until I saw the princess in her beautiful halloween costume--then what a terrible, heartbreaking shock! Like many others have said, I am in tears now and find it difficult to write. Thanks to all your stories and pictures, I too feel that Hana was a member of our family--Riley's little cyber-sister--and losing her so suddenly is devastating beyond words. But I believe although her life was short it was very, very happy and full due to your excellent care. In the days to come, please try to take a little comfort in those wonderful stories of Hana's adventures, so many of which you have generously shared with us. My heartfelt condolences to you and Bill...
Post by: Eskielvr on November 11, 2009, 11:07:41 AM
It was not only the shock of it happening so suddenly and without warning, it's also the grim reality that it could happen to any one of us. My two are Hana's age so it was that much more personal to me as well. I went to bed crying last night, and gave the dogs extra hugs and kisses. Meli always sleeps on the bed with me so I gave her an extra long belly rub before she licked my tears off my face....Okay I'm tearing up again now. I need to take a break from the thread as well as to not worry the dogs again or Krista.
Post by: SandysBuddy on November 11, 2009, 11:08:50 AM
I'm very new to this site, but the news of Hana's passing just hit so hard.
Everytime I come on eskie.net I cry and have been teary eyed since early
yesterday when I read the news. The news just hurt everyone, those who
knew Hana and those of us that had never met her.
Post by: eskiemom on November 11, 2009, 03:40:49 PM
I was so shocked and sad to see this post. It is so hard to know what to say but I will share a poem that always helps me when someone- be it pet or human-crosses over the bridge. I hope you will find some solace in it.
I AM NOT THERE
Do not stand at my grave and weep;
I am not there. I do not sleep.
I am a thousand winds that blow.
I am the diamond glints on snow.
I am the sunlight on ripened grain.
I am the gentle autumn's rain.
When you awaken in the morning's hush,
I am the swift uplifting rush
of quiet birds in circled flight.
I am the soft stars that shine at night.
Do not stand at my grave and cry;
I am not there, I did not die.
Various sources attribute this poem to the one of the following authors:
(A) Mary Frye
(B) Joyce Fossen
(C) An unknown member of the Hobi Native American Tribe
Jane
Post by: Rana on November 11, 2009, 04:03:00 PM
Elise,
I'm so shocked when I read this post. I dont know what to say because there are no words (from any of us) that could make this any easier for you and your family. SO HUGS and :hkiss.
~Rana
Post by: Blizard's Mom on November 12, 2009, 05:39:01 PM
Elise & Bill,
With tears in my eyes, I offer what comfort words can bring. Hana was a joy to watch on the board, though we never met her. She was and will always be a great ambassador for Eskies. So sorry she had to leave so soon. Blizzard & Yeti send eskie hugs and kisses too.
Post by: Tricia on November 12, 2009, 07:29:52 PM
With tearful eyes, I will attempt to share our pain in our hearts for your loss.
Yogi on my lap, licking my tears and Shiloh's at my feet knowing that something is wrong :(
Hana's memories will live on. Thanks for sharing her with us!
Post by: Steve on November 12, 2009, 10:09:33 PM
Elsie this is mommysgirl. When I read about your little heart I felt your pain. Hana will always be in the hearts of all who knew and loved her. Hugs to you and yours in your time of loss. I will be thinking of you.
Post by: MiaNPablosMama on November 14, 2009, 05:56:00 AM
I am so sorry for your sudden loss of Hana. She was a beautiful girl in every way.
Post by: Jasmine on November 14, 2009, 01:49:18 PM
Elise
I am so sad that Hana has gone to the Rainbow Bridge. Hana has touched so many people, with her Blog, the Eskie Board, her Necklaces and her Beautiful Pictures and Dogventures. You did a fantastic job of bringing her into so many peoples homes. She will be missed.
I will never forget Beautiful Hana and treasure the Necklaces that I have for Jasmine that remind me of her. I also still have the Magnet of Hana in the Pumpkin Patch on my Fridge, it will stay there for a long time.
Run free with the wind sweet Hana.
Hanna & Jasmine
Post by: wildcat on November 15, 2009, 01:15:59 AM
So sad. I've been so busy trying to get over a nasty bacterial infection that I haven't logged in for a number of days. Sad to come back and read this news. It feels like just yesterday that you shared photos of Hana at Halloween being a good little witch, enjoying the festivities. I truly am at a loss for words, but know that Cherokee, Kody and I grieve with you.
Post by: Horizonaed on November 15, 2009, 06:15:53 PM
Elise, I am so very sorry for your loss. Hana was a celebrity among this Eskie family and she will be greatly missed by all. Hugs to you and your family. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.
Post by: Hana on November 15, 2009, 11:57:05 PM
Bill and I want to thank all of you for your phone calls, sympathy cards, dog blog tributes, and messages of support during this difficult time. Hana passed away one week ago Friday. We always thought we'd have her for 4 or 5 more years. We are still in shock over her sudden passing.
The house is very quiet without her. There are so many things that remind us of her. Normally we have the window shades open on Hana's ledge, so she can spy on all the neighbors, but since her passing, we have kept them closed the whole time. At the end of the evening, before we go to "sleepytime", we would always take her downstairs to go outside for one last pee. I find myself still going downstairs, because this is just something I need to do, because it's my habit to go down with Hana. It was a part of her routine, and a part of MY routine. When we're going to sleep, Hana would be in her little bed, making cute little LOUD snores, and we'd sneak little laughs night after night about how cute she sounded. We never tired talking about it or her. Bill washed Hana's food and water bowls for the last time, and I put them back on Hana's mat in the corner. It just seems like her dishes are supposed to be there. We went to In-N-Out, our weekend family outing, and Hana wasn't there to eat her french fries. So, it's been a very difficult week filled of emotion and turmoil.
It's been overwhelming to know how much she meant to so many of you. I am truly touched. I will miss posting about the dogventures Hana allowed us to share with her. But I will always have this Eskie Board and Hana's Blog to read about the good times we had. I am so thankful that there is a record of our dogventures together. My plan is to copy Hana's blog into paper/book format so I will always have that for safekeeping.
I want to thank Michael for the Eskie Board. When I first discovered the Eskie Board, I thought "Wow, where have you all been? This is exactly what I have been looking for! I have finally found the people I belong with!" Since the day I found the Eskie Board, I have been glued to it. The Eskie Board has been a daily part of my life and I am so glad to be a part of it. You are all like family. We have had many local eskie meet ups, plus it has been wonderful meeting so many of you from out of state (and out of the country)! I don't even blink twice now about meeting "online eskie strangers." Seems pretty normal to me! For those that I haven't met, so many of you I feel like I know so well.
I also want to thank Ender/Jeannie (Hana's nephew) and Casper D Dog/Leslie for introducing us to the Eskie Board. It was because of them that I learned about and became part of this wonderful group. And I want to also thank Jenny, for arranging the Memorial for Hana. It's good to know that maybe some dogs will be helped, in Hana's memory.
On Friday we picked up Hana's ashes. They are in a little wood box with her name on it. It sits on our nightstand. We also have her paw print in clay and a lock of her fur. Her collar and leash also sit on our nightstand.
Thank you so much for caring about our little furbaby, Hana the Dog. I have enjoyed sharing our dogventures with you. Thank you for letting us do that. We will miss Hana greatly and will never forget her. She was so special to us. She brought us so much joy. She was the spark in our lives.
~Elise and Bill
Post by: vlynn on November 16, 2009, 07:13:36 AM
I am totally is shock at this news. I am so sorry to hear about Hana. My prayers are with you and Bill. Hana will be missed.
Post by: Keith-Dawg on November 17, 2009, 03:35:20 PM
We are so sad to hear of your loss...........
Post by: Tricia on November 17, 2009, 10:25:06 PM
ok, I haven't met you, yet...I feel I was reading a good-bye letter.
That made me feel worse.
We are still here for your family & Hana.
Our memories of her will live on as well as our friendship with you could live on.
Hope to hear from you often in the future.
Post by: williesmom on November 17, 2009, 10:36:20 PM
I agree. Please check in with us often. Even though we aren't "blood" related, we will always be family.
Post by: Roxbear on November 18, 2009, 11:55:23 AM
I've told Elise privately that I hoped she would continue to be part of this forum--and I was happy to see her comment on some of the posts this week!
Post by: BanaerEskies on November 18, 2009, 12:09:10 PM
Yes! Elise will always be part of our extended Eskie Family!!
Post by: snowballsmom on November 18, 2009, 12:10:17 PM
Quote from: Roxbear on November 18, 2009, 11:55:23 AM
I was happy to see her comment on some of the posts this week!
me too :)
hopefully the time will come when elise and bill have another eskie furkid to tell us all about.
Post by: Saint Mom on November 18, 2009, 12:16:42 PM
Of course Elise will still come to chat with us. She is addicted to the group afterall. Right Elise??? :D :D
Take the time to heal your pain and come back to us whenever you are ready. We are never too far away (virtually that is in most cases). I certainly know it would be a very hard time for me to come and see all those dog pictures all the time. So if you are MIA at some point, we'll understand. (http://images.paraorkut.com/img/emoticons/images/h/hugs-216.gif)
Post by: eskilady on November 18, 2009, 12:40:08 PM
I agree Elise - you can't leave us just because Hana is at the Rainbow Bridge. We are all family!
Post by: JulieG on November 18, 2009, 08:03:32 PM
I was so shocked to read this at Hana's blog. Hana was very special indeed & we will treasure our times together at the Silveroaks reunions and eskie board gatherings.
Post by: UKTWA on November 18, 2009, 10:56:37 PM
i have not posted recently and just read this. I am so sorry for your loss. Know that we are all thinking of you.
Post by: eskienoel on November 27, 2009, 01:36:37 PM
I'm late to this post but I just wanted to say that I am so, so sorry for your loss, and for the loss to everyone who knew Hana, either in person or from the board. I hope you are able to find some comfort in knowing how loved Hana is and how much joy she brought everyone here. Hugs to you.
Post by: katie's mom on November 27, 2009, 03:06:32 PM
I'm relatively new to the board but read of your loss with great sympathy. I haven't of course followed Hana's life but I read about her in Casper d dog's blog and know what a friend she was to him. Too, you lost her within days of my losing my Katie, so, although all of us grieve in different ways, I feel I do know something of your loss. I am so terribly, terribly sorry. I know from my experience that it helps to have other people acknowledge how very, very special your dog was. And it's clear to me both from Casper's blog and from all of the postings above mine that you had a truly extraordinary dog in your life. May peace emerge from your pain.
Post by: wildcat on November 29, 2009, 07:06:13 PM
I just wanted to post again in this thread to say that I realized the other day, after looking at my fridge, I have a nice magnet with Hana on it. I also have the magnet of Casper right next to it. I now look at that magnet every single day and it makes me smile. Hana will live on on my fridge, keeping watch over my food stuffs. :)
Post by: blessed woman on December 01, 2009, 11:20:41 AM
Oh Elise,
I wandered into this section and found this. I haven't even read through your post. I am so, so sorry...what a shock. I will be thinking of you and praying for you and crying for you. Sending hugs your way.
Post by: IslandEskie on December 01, 2009, 02:55:23 PM
Oh my. Elise I am so sorry to hear about Hana's passing. ;{
Post by: BamaEskies on December 03, 2009, 08:38:52 PM
I haven't visited this forum in awhile, so I'm just now finding out about Hana. Elise, I am so sorry. I am speechless.......
Post by: gigigal on December 04, 2009, 11:33:28 PM
My very belated condelences to the loss of your loving Hana.
Gentle huggies,
Post by: blessed woman on December 09, 2009, 01:11:14 PM
Just cried my way through Hana's Sammy Snack video. What a sweetie.
Post by: Hana on December 09, 2009, 01:24:08 PM
Yes, we miss our little Hana Dog very much. She was taken from us too soon. She was the best dog in the whole world.
I bought a little wood box to put all her things in. I have her collar and tags, leash, locks of fur, two thumb nails we found in a decorative bowl in the living room, and her clay paw prints. I have her little baby teeth somewhere... will have to find them and add them to the box.
I also have a small pail of her fur, from combing her. Not sure what I should do with it yet. It's not much though.
Post by: Tricia on December 09, 2009, 03:48:00 PM
What a GREAT idea...to keep a box of her things ;)
Post by: reneec on December 09, 2009, 04:07:25 PM
You also have the eskie doll that Leslie made out of Hana's fur, don't you?
Post by: Hana on December 09, 2009, 04:37:03 PM
I do. The box of ashes and box of her things are on my nightstand. The eskie doll, made with Hana's fur, Leslie made is hanging on the wall, right nearby.
I am still debating over whether to decorate the wood box that has Hana's things in them. Leslie knows of a way to laminate a photo on a box, so I might ask her how she did that. Or, I might buy some wood letters from Michael's and glue "H A N A" on the front of the box.
Post by: snowballsmom on December 09, 2009, 04:52:08 PM
michaels and AC moore have some nice shadow boxes you can make with photos and keepsakes mounted, like tags, furballs :), collars, etc. to hang somewhere in the house.
Post by: reneec on December 09, 2009, 05:56:21 PM
You could decoupage photos onto the box.
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