Thursday, January 5, 2012

It's Just An Old Flannel Sheet

It's just an old flannel sheet...
That was cut into sections 16 years ago so each puppy leaving for their new forever home would have the scent of their mother to take with them...

It's just an old flannel sheet...
That came home with our sister Samantha and helped comfort her during the first few nights with mom and dad...
It's just an old flannel sheet...
That mom washed and put away soon after Samantha's arrival, to keep it safe from a teething puppy...
It's just an old flannel sheet...
That mom pulled out years later, to comfort Samantha again, when she spent occasional nights away from home, her body starting to fail...
It's just an old flannel sheet...
That was wrapped around Samantha when she crossed over the rainbow bridge, cradled in our mother's arms...
It's just an old flannel sheet...
That was put away again, a treasured memory of an amazing dog...
It's just an old flannel sheet...
That means so much to us, because it is a reminder of our beautiful sister...

It's just an old flannel sheet...
That a section from will be part of a memory quilt being made for Sandra and her family, to help them heal from their devastating loss...
It's just an old flannel sheet...
That is filled with memories, blessings and love
Max and Maggie Mae
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39 comments:

  1. Dachshund NolaJanuary 5, 2012 at 12:04 AM

    Oh you two, that made me tear up! beautiful!
    Dachshund Nola

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  2. Kristina ZambranoJanuary 5, 2012 at 12:11 AM

    awww what a beautiful post Maggie, Max and Mom .. really touching

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  3. SquirrelQueenJanuary 5, 2012 at 12:14 AM

    This is a beautiful post, you brought tears to my eyes too. What a loving memory to share with Sandra and her family.

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  4. sprinklesJanuary 5, 2012 at 1:23 AM

    This post made me cry.

    I've decided to share a bit of a sheet too. And possibly a bit of one of the shirt's that Chico's previous owner gave me, if I can cut off enough material from it.

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  5. AngusJanuary 5, 2012 at 2:00 AM

    An old flannel sheet but what stories it can tell !

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  6. bichonpawzJanuary 5, 2012 at 3:27 AM

    This is very, very touching! How wonderful!
    Xoxo
    Chloe and LadyBug

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  7. STELLA and RORY from Down UnderJanuary 5, 2012 at 3:27 AM

    Oh that was just lovely. Just an old flannel sheet with so many wonderful memories. Thanks for sharing. No worries, and love, Stella and Rory (and Carol)

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  8. Bella Roxy & MacduiJanuary 5, 2012 at 4:05 AM

    That's beautiful. we're leaking here. A beautiful addition to the quilt.

    XXXOOO Daisy, Bella & Roxy

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  9. FinnJanuary 5, 2012 at 5:45 AM

    That's just lovely. I am sure it is going to be a wonderful addition to the quilt.

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  10. DukeJanuary 5, 2012 at 5:50 AM

    You have our mom in tears. It's such a beautiful old flannel sheet with so many wonderful memories! It's just perfect for the quilt!

    Love ya lots
    Maggie and Mitch

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  11. tubby3pugJanuary 5, 2012 at 6:38 AM

    What a beautiful post and what a lovely way to memoralize Samantha

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  12. Uji, Angel Izzy, Ziggy, Angel Bean, Angel Hiro and Momma TeaJanuary 5, 2012 at 7:21 AM

    Oh Maggie n Max that is such a beautiful post and it made me all leaky. It is amazing when we sit and think how ( in your case) an old flannel sheet and ( in my case ) an old pink blankie can hold so many precious & treasured memories isn't ?Yet another perfect square for the Fearless Fives quilt.
    Love
    Momma Tea
    xxx xxx

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  13. Angels Amber and Max DaWeenie and MomJanuary 5, 2012 at 7:23 AM

    Another tear jerker.....We know that Samantha is looking down with pride as she plays with her new five friends at the Bridge.

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  14. ♥♥ The OP Pack ♥♥January 5, 2012 at 8:34 AM

    It's just an old flannel sheet, but oh what memories its threads hold. Great contribution to the quilt.

    Woos - Phantom, Thunder, Ciara, and Lightning

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  15. Matilda the BoxerJanuary 5, 2012 at 9:16 AM

    Mom said you're supposed to warn her before you can make her cry, especially if she's at work. Big hugs to you and your mom for sharing part of such a wonderful keepsake to help another family through a terrible loss.

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  16. RemingtonJanuary 5, 2012 at 9:28 AM

    This is the most awesome post ever! Beth is crying and I am sad....but in a good way....very touching post....thanks for sharing....

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  17. The Daily Pip January 5, 2012 at 9:32 AM

    This is one of the most special posts we have ever read. My eyes are a little misty. What a wonderful gift you are giving Sandra and her family.

    Your pal, Pip

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  18. Frankie Furter and ErnieJanuary 5, 2012 at 9:53 AM

    THIS is the most stunning and LOVING post that I can even begin to imagine. What a wonderful thing for you to have included in the Memory Quilt. You are very brave to have taken scissors to such a treasure.

    Blogville makes me so proud.

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  19. SASS....Sammy Andy Shelly SierraJanuary 5, 2012 at 10:15 AM

    What a wonderful story about Samantha's old flannel sheet.....and how special you are to be sharing a small part of it for the quilt.

    We love y'all bunches.

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  20. Frankie Furter and ErnieJanuary 5, 2012 at 10:20 AM

    I simply HAD to come back to say that the Flannel Sheet that provided Comfort in so many situations over the years... will do so much for Sandra.
    SIGH THANK YOU.. not only for what you are doing for our furends in Houston... butt for sharing the story of the Flannel Sheet and all that it has meant to YOU over the years.
    THIS is a gold star post!

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  21. SueJanuary 5, 2012 at 10:54 AM

    What a lovely post. Samba came to us with a piece of blanket, too. She carried it everywhere with her until it finally wore out. You're sharing something very special.

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  22. Two French BulldogsJanuary 5, 2012 at 10:56 AM

    Aaaaaaah we love that. We still have their baby blankets 4 years later
    Benny & Lily

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  23. UnknownJanuary 5, 2012 at 12:16 PM

    Mom is looking for her tissues. Hope those wern't the ones I chew up!
    Lovies, Miss Mindy

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  24. UnknownJanuary 5, 2012 at 1:01 PM

    Oh my goodness.......this post is too lovely and wonderful for words.

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  25. Marianne PyshJanuary 5, 2012 at 1:37 PM

    Such a beautiful post! I don't know what to say, but it's nice to know how much comfort and warmth an old flannel sheet can provide!

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  26. SoggibottomJanuary 5, 2012 at 2:09 PM

    What a heartfelt gift. It might just be an old flannel sheet, but what love.
    lots of luvs. Freya Rose Blossom X

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  27. My Mind's EyeJanuary 5, 2012 at 2:40 PM

    OH MY WORD...it might just be an old flannel sheet but it has such a beautiful story to tell of a mother's love, first love, a life of love and a lost love...it will surely bring comfort when added to Sandra's quilt.
    Samantha was a beautiful lady boxer who paved the way for Maggie Mae and Max.

    This was a beautiful story...and we do so appreciate that you shared it with us.
    Hugs and snuggles,
    Madi and Mom

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  28. houndstoothJanuary 5, 2012 at 3:12 PM

    Today's post is really beautiful! I know that Samantha's sheet will mean a great deal to Miss Sandra!

    Bunny

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  29. SteweyJanuary 5, 2012 at 4:04 PM

    What a beautiful post!!
    Stewey

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  30. Frankie Furter and ErnieJanuary 5, 2012 at 7:54 PM

    I just had to come back to tell you that I have NOT been able to STOP thinking about this beautiful piece of Flannel. It has been on my mind ALL day. What a WONDERFUL Glorious thingy you did here.

    I know that Miss Agnes (WHN) will treat it with the utmost Respect when it is added to the Memory Quilt.

    Please be sure to see my Saturday Post. It will be very unique. Your Skills will be needed for some of Blogville's Residents.. PAWhaps.. even ME.

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  31. Teddy BearJanuary 5, 2012 at 7:58 PM

    Such a beautiful post. Thank you for sharing.:)

    Love,
    Teddy Bear & Sierra

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  32. Agnes B. BullockJanuary 5, 2012 at 8:15 PM

    Thank you! This piece will be treated with the reverence that it deserves

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  33. KBJanuary 5, 2012 at 9:00 PM

    What a treasured old flannel sheet... An absolutely perfect part of Sandra's quilt.

    I have similar things as your "old flannel sheet"... that mean more to me than most other things in our house.

    A beautiful post...

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  34. LorenzaJanuary 5, 2012 at 10:21 PM

    A super special old flannel sheet!
    I loved your post!
    Kisses and hugs
    Lorenza

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  35. AnonymousJanuary 6, 2012 at 7:09 AM

    You made mine and Mom's eyeballs leak Maggie Mae. Hugs to you fur givin up a piece of 'just an old flannel sheet' fur the most special quilt! :D

    Waggin at ya,
    Roo

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  36. Pup FanJanuary 6, 2012 at 10:26 AM

    Very sweet. What a special addition to the quilt.

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  37. The Army of FourJanuary 6, 2012 at 10:46 AM

    That's one of the sweetest things we've read in a long time.
    Mom's all weepy-like.
    Luv,
    Dave

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  38. The ThugletsJanuary 7, 2012 at 9:03 AM

    Such a lovely post. What a wonderful gesture.

    Big Nose Pokes
    The Thugletsx

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  39. Maggie and Mulligan's MommaJanuary 7, 2012 at 12:59 PM

    The leakage from this post is enough to stop the drought in Texas. Many prayers for them all.

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