Her name is Arizona's Porkchops and Applesauce, but no one eber tried to take a bite out of her!! Arizona belonged to mommie, but she also belonged to my two legger brother and sister and to me too!! When she came home she was only 8 weeks old and she was da fattest, cutest widdle pug you eber saw in your life!! My two legger brother wanted to name her "Bacon" because she wooked just wike a cute widdle piggie wiff dat widdle flat nose and curled up tail. Mommie wanted to name her after a state or a city. Dey ran frough so many pwaces. Widdle Arizona was almost named Louisiana (can you just hear mommie yelling dat name out??? waff.) Utah was also a choice before dey decided on da beautiful name ob Arizona. Jen fought dat dey could nickname her 'Zona, but instead da nickname "Awi" stuck.
Awi was born on April 18th 1996 . She was a very busy pug always going to baseball or football games or hanging out with Jen and her friends. In sp
ite of the fact dat she was going blind she mangaged to keep up with her kids very good!! Den on July 5th 2002 we became sisters. I know dat Awi wubbed me just as much as I wubbed her. I helped her get into trouble on wots oboccasions!! Awi, remember when I got up on da kitchen counter and knocked dat whole chocolate kake on to da floor so dat we could eat it??? I always made sure I shared food and toys wiff my very favorite sister in dis whole world!! I wubbed Ari so much!!
All good things must come to an end and the best ob da best are called home to stay. Dis is da case wiff my beautiful sister, Awizona. Today, December 22nd 2005, she sat on mommie's wap and mommie held her tight and told her how loved she was, how much she would be missed and what a hole she would leave in our hearts. Den Awi was allowed to close does blind widdle eyes for da very wast time here on earth and drift off to sleep. We know for sure dat as soon as she weft dis earth dat she opened dose beautiful widdle puggie eyes to the brillance ob heaven. Our widdle pug who was sick and wracked wiff pain woke up as a beautiful puggie puppy just the way she was meant to be. Mommie said dat one day we will see Awi again and our old girl will remember us wiff wots ob wub because she wubbed us just as much as we wub her.
Until then, our hearts are heavy and filled with pain. We ache to hold our beautiful girl and we want everyone to know how much dis one widdle pug meant to us. If only ebery family could be as blessed as we have been dese past (almost) 10 years.
Awi - we wub you, girl!! Sabe some toys for us! You will neber be forgotten!!
Lub,
Baywee and mommie
Sleep tight beautiful girl
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Vicki, Bailey, and family,
Our hearts and prayers are holding you tight. Prayers go out to you all during this time. Arizona had a world full of love because of each of you. We will continue to keep y'all in our prayers.
Hugs,
Cathy and Tank
Vicki and Bailey....my heart just burst & I sobbed... when i read your story about little Ari. We have grown to love her just reading about Ari & Baileys adventures. I just went thru this with my best friends 16 year old pom.....it was a hard decision to make....Ari will be missed by many...we will keep you in our prayers. Gala & Rooby
My Mommy just told me the very, very sad news. Mommy says that Awi is going on a great journey to tha Summerland. Mommy says this is were all creatures go when thems pass over to the other side. This includes peoples too. Me is not real certain what mommy means by passing over to the other side but it must be a good place cause hers says it is a very happy place and that Awi will be able to see again and chase rabbits and squirrels to hers hearts content and that hers won't be in pain anymore. Me is glad that Awi will be in a better place but me knows how sad you and your Mommy must be.
Murphy and Dona
We are so sorry about your sweet girl....our hearts hurt with you..
you will see your girl at the bridge waiting for you...
muggs cookie augie
Vicki, Bailey & family, my heart goes out to you today. To have loved and then said farewell, is better than to have never loved at all. Ari will be missed by many.
Cathy & Zimmer
we cry cause we are left behind....but rejoice knowing Ari can see, run & play. My heart is aching with yours Vicki....someday we will all get to be with the "kids" we have said goodbye too. I hope the rest of your day & tomorrows are filled with peace & good memories...
Hugs & love,
gail, Moon, Magoo, & Nillie
Dear Vicki..my heart aches for you but rejoices for Awi..for she is in heaven were she is young and playful again. Where she will be watching over you at all times..So, Please know that I am holding you close and remembering the good things you posted about Awi..May she play and be happy till you meet again..
Rebecca
Vicki, Bailey, and Family
My heart just breaks for you. No words can make you feel less pain but I hope you know we are all here for you.
Ari is waiting for you across the bridge
oh i'm so sorry to hear about arizona :( she's in a much better place and able to see again and in no more pain. you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers this holiday season!
hugs,
caitlin and quigley
Vicki,
Words cannot express my feelings right now, I know the pain you are feeling with the huge empty space in your heart. But Arizona has left her memory with your to hold and cherish and make you smile.
You gave her the ultimate love and no one can ask for more than that. And she loved you and always will.
I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your precious Arizona. I hope that you can find the strength to get through the Holidays - it must be so hard for you. Know that she has gone to a wonderful place where all of her ailments are no more - like you said, she can be a puppy again and forever. Take care - you are in my thoughts.
Vicki and Baily.....what a beautiful tribute to Arizona...tears are still streaming down my face. Prayers for you and yours during this most difficult time.
Angie & Oscar
Vicki, Bailey & family
My eyes are wet with tears at the beautiful tribute to Ari.
My heart & prayers go out to you at this most difficult time.
Bailey....you have a beautiful angel to watch over you.
Kate & maggie
That was so touching...I'm all teary! Sleep tight beautiful girl! Thanks so much for sharing that heartfelt tribute with us!
Godspeed sweet girl...run free and smile always.
We love you....
Vicky & Bailey, My thoughts and prayers to your family during this time. Cherish those wonderful memories of Arizona and remember that Ari was loved and happy b/c of each of you.
-Jessica, Brock, Emma
Dear Vicki and Bailey.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Lets all celebrate the wonderful life Arizona had with you. She was a very lucky little Pug indeed.
Dear Vicki & Baily,
We're sorry for your sadness, but happy that you had so many happy years together. There is no day that passed that you would trade for one more day. Vicki, you were brave to let Arizona pass peacefully and with your love, even though you knew that you were taking on the pain of her absence. She is not sad or scared... she is exploring the wonders of the universe. Be kind to yourself.
Fondly,
Pam, Ruby, Sienna, Maggie & Tater
That is such a stunningly beautiful tribute to your darling Ari. I have no doubt she has the brightest smile in heaven as she looks down upon you and awaits the day when her whole family will be with her again.
Gary
That was one of the sweetest things I have ever read in my life. I can tell that Arizona meant the world to you and she was very blessed to have a family like you to love her that much. We will keep you in our prayers and I wish you the best of luck on getting through this. Many hugs to you.
Angelia, Dozer, & Yuki
Vicki,
My heart aches for you and Bailey. These precious pugs, they fill our hearts so full of love. I just loved pictures of Ari and her smile, which always made me smile, too. She is in heaven now with all the pugs and dogs gone before her waiting for the day when she can see you again.
Hugs,
Marissa
Vicki, Bailey and family,
Ari had the best possible life here on earth. You gave her everything, and she returned the gift of your love with hers. She was a very, very lucky dog. Let the good memories lead you through your grief. We are thinking of you today.
Vicki, Baywee and all who were touched by the love of little Arizona,
My heart goes out to you at this time. I hope you find comfort in your memories and that Baywee posts more wonderful memories such as his cake story. The pictures you chose to post were priceless. I hold all of you in gentle light and as you, know that Ari has opened her eyes, danced in the warmth and rainbows of heaven and will watch over you with love.
Vickie & Bailey, I know how much you will miss the beautiful Ari, but please think of her with smiles and know she is over the bridge and now running and playing with my Otto and they are both young and carefree and pain free. I cry for both of you as I know your hearts are heavy at this time. Just know that we are thinking of you and sending you hugs and prayers.
What a beautiful tribute to a silly girl. You each have your own special angel looking after you now
I am so sorry for your loss...she was such a special friend...I am at a loss for words right now...take care of yourself right now too.
Lorraine Eyth
Vicki, Jay & Bailey,
I wish there were words to help ease the hurt, but we know there's not. Just know that we are all here for you!!
((((((((HUGS)))))))) to all of you!!
Love & Hugs,
Teresa, Brandy, Katie & Liam
Oh Vicki and Bailey, the tears I shed reading your tribute can't help you, but know that you will be in my prayers, it sounds like you were the best pug Mommy and sister ever! I'm sure Ari has her pup puppy angel wings, and is watching over you this Christmas,
again, thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time, Michele and Rocky
We are soooo sad to hear the news about Awi. Our own little pug went to the rainbow bridge last year at the age of 12 and our widdle Tazzie pug is now 12. We are crying with you tonight.
Vicki and Bailey,
I am completely heartbroken for you. Little Awi is in a better place and know that you are in our thoughts during this horribly rough time.
Many prayers and hugs to you
Tracy, Maxwell & Sabel
Vicki and Baywee, my heart cries with yours as you have to say goodbye to your precious Arizona. Arizona was a special little girl who gave such love and was so loved in return. I am picturing our Impy meeting Awi at the gates with a loving heart and open paws and both Awi and Impy being young and healthy again.
I wish there was something I could do to ease your pain.
Just know you're in my thoughts a prayers.
Love,
Diane and Angel Impy
Vicki, Baywee, and family,
I am so sorry for your loss. Awi brought such a smile to my face when I saw pictures of her. You have written a beautiful tribute. Thank you for sharing Arizona with us. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Trish
Dearest Vicki, Bailey, and family,
My heart is filled with the pain of your loss. I am so blessed, as are all who read this blog, to have gotten to know Ari through your loving and wonderful words. She filled all of our lives with happiness. What a gift she has left for us to keep. As she crossed over that bridge, I know she was met by Diane's little Impy and by my beloved and beautiful Babsy. She is free, young and healthy and takes all your love with her. You have been in my prayers for a long time now, but today I will say an extra special prayer for all of us who share your loss. And I will hug my own wonderful Pug a little tighter tonight.
Love,
Susan, Hector, and Cricket
Uncle Raymond from Baghdad Iraq
I am truly saddened to hear of Arizona passing away. When I am here in Iraq and the things that we see everyday, it is the little treasures, friends, and family that we have in life that means the most to us.
By loosing, a family member that has been very close and dear to our hearts is the time we have to thank the Lord for allowing us to have known Arizona. I am sure that there are other boys and girls right now playing with Arizona and having a great time.
You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Raymond
Vicki and Bailey
What can I say that hasn't already been said. Sweet Ari brought such love into your lives and you are lucky to have had such a long time with her. Please take comfort in knowing that she is not in anymore pain and is not suffering.
I will keep you in my prayers.
Thank you so much for sharing her with all of us.
Love
Jess, Lola and Buster
We are crying tears for little Arizona and for you. There are no words to say. Arizona is a beautiful little angel now, and just think- she can see clearly now and there's no more pain. And with her bright eyesight and little angel wings she is looking down on you and Bailey and sending you pugs and kisses forever and ever.
Our hearts and thoughts are with you.
Love, Debbie and Milo
Vicki,
I just heard about Ari and my heart broke for you. Until you have had a pug invade your heart, you cannot know how deeply their passing is felt. My little pug Candy was there at the Bridge to greet her.
You have my prayers. She was an unforgettable little girl.
Hugs,
Lynda
Dear Bailey, Vicki, & family....I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your sweet little puggie girl Ari. My eyes cry & my heart aches for you. She was truly a blessed puggie to be taken care of by such a loving family! Thank you for loving her & giving her a good life. Ling sends you puggie kisses. Love your friends in pugs, M.J. & MayLing the pug
Baily and family,
Please accept our deepest sympothies for your loss. We also had a beautiful Pug for ten years that we miss sorely. but we get through times like this in the knolege that when we get to the other side our most loved ones will be there to greet us with a wagging tail and shinning eyes.
here are Puggs and Kisses from Yvette and her pugs Pompinett and Kierra
Lily and I would just like to express our sadness over the loss of Ari. My thoughts and prayers have been with you, just as I know yours were with us in the loss of Zuzu earlier this year. What a blessed pug she was to have lived with you, your kids, and Bailey. God Bless.
Paula and Lily
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