Today I lost my best girl, Lexi, and earth lost a walking angel.
For the last few months, she had battled cancer and then renal failure. Through it all, she was a brave, proud schnauzer girl. My sassy queen.
If you’re new (or newer) to my blog, perhaps you don’t know the story of Lexi and me.
It all started just before Valentine’s Day 2015. I had been reading Lexi’s blog and, well, what isn’t there to love? She was an actress, a therapy dog, and a church dog. Not to mention she was very easy on the eyes.
I wanted to ask her to be my Valentine but I was VERY nervous. Luckily, my BFF, Purrince Siddhartha Henry, convinced me to give it a shot. So, I sent her a Valentine:
Her response? The best!
Noodles, in answer to your question, YES. (As long as it doesn’t mean we are married or anything.) :}
For My Lexi
Roses are red
Violets are blue
Today is one year
since I fell in love with you!
You make me so happy
Always there to calm me when I get too yappy
Brighten all my days
With your silly and loving ways
I love it when you wiggle
It always makes me giggle
I am the luckiest guy
To have you as the sun in my sky
I’ll always bring you bacon roses to eat
I know they’re your favorite treat
Just promise to love me forever
And leave me never
I love you, Lexi! Happy Valentine’s Day
Little did I know that she was working her creative side as well and made me a video of her dancing JUST FOR ME! (SEE IT HERE)
In May 2016, Lexi was diagnosed with cancer. I made a personal vow to be the best boyfriend a guy could be. It was easy because she brought out the best in me.
A couple days later, we were off for our very first cruise:
It was a blast and you can read more about it HERE.
As most of you know, until just last week Lexi was campaigning to be Blogville Mayor. She even asked me to be her Vice Mayor. There were “I Luv Lexi”, “Lexi 4 Mayor”, and “Vote 4 Lexi” badges floating all over Blogville. Then, one day, she sent me a one-of-a-kind badge:
She really knew how to make me feel special.
Last week, Lexi and I went on our final date (for now). We went to Disney and had SO much fun:
You can read all about that date HERE.
It may have only been a year and a half but it was the best year and a half. Lexi was so honest, quick-witted, to the point (usually to her Mom’s dismay), and smart. Beautiful is an understatement. I will miss her more than I can put into words.
A Blogville memorial will be held soon. I’ll be posting the details tomorrow I hope.
Please keep Mrs. Lexi’s Mom (Amy) and Mr. Lexi’s Dad (Jeff) in your prayers. This is especially hard on Mrs. Lexi’s Mom as she and Lexi were together 24/7.
Give your family kisses and head rubs tonight. I think everyone will need some extra love.
~Noodle
We all feel the loss of Lexi in our hearts and our tummies and our souls, but you must feel it even more, N. You 2 were quite the team. Prayers for the healing of everyone who loves that brave girl.
Love and licks,
Cupcake
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Cupcake, I’ve read the comments left on my post so far and yours was the only one to make me cry. We were a good team, huh? She was so feisty. The outspoken portion of our duo. I’ll miss that about her. *sigh* We know you and your Mom are hurting too. It’s hard not to with a girl as lovely as Lexi. *ear licks* from me and a hug from Mom to your mom.
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We have sent our sympathy message to Amy and her family. Lexi became a part of our family and we will go on embracing you in our family. We know that you are missing your girl. We send you our love and best wishes.
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I’m sure Mrs. Lexi’s Mom will find much comfort in your message. Lexi became family to everyone. She was hard not to love, huh? Thank you for stopping by to see me. *ear licks* and Mom sends a hug to your mom.
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Noodle, we are so sad for you but look at the memories you have of one darling girl. We will pray and purr for a smooth trip through the grieving process. This is one of the roughest times you will face Noodle but I know you will come out ok on the other side. We are truly blessed by knowing Lexi.
Shoko
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Hi Shoko. I am sad, indeed, but mostly for Mrs. Lexi’s Mom and Mr. Lexi’s Dad. I had wonderful times with her and will miss her dearly but it’s them who will hurt most. I know we’ll all be okay as long as we continue to have one another in our lives. Thanks, Shoko. Sending ear licks to all of you and hugs from Mom to your mom.
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Noodle, thinking about you and your mom tonight. Although we all loved Lexi you guys had a special bond with Lexi and her mom. Giving you a cuddle, your mom a hug and just know you did a great job showing Lexi how special she was to you.
~ take care
Mrs. Margret
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Mrs. Margret! I’m so happy to hear from you. It has been a very sad time but I bet Mrs. Lexi’s Mom feels a lot better knowing you are around. I know you always make me and Mom feel better. Lexi was special to ALL of us. Sending you ear licks (and a hug from Mom).
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We’re so sorry to hear about your dear Lexi!
We wish we’d gotten to know her better, but you made up for that in your beautiful story. Ghostwriter and Dad and I are all very sad now.
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I’m glad you got to know her a little bit better through the post. Don’t be sad. Be happy for all of the lives she touched. I bet Joey Dog was there to greet her.
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We are very sorry to hear about sweet Lexi.. It looks like you both had wonderful times together
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Thank you. We did have so much fun together. She was a blast. *Ear licks*
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We are so heartbroken. Everyone in Blogville has lost a sweet fur-iend. We hope Lexi’s mom and dad find comfort in all the sweet memories you and she shared. Digital hugs, Noodle. 💕
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Ms. Monika, it’s just not fair. So many of our friends are gone. At least we have memories, though. *Ear licks*
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Oh, Mom sent you a hug!
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Ear scratches for you and a hug back to your sweet mom, Noodle.
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I am so sorry about Lexi. XO
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Thank you, Phoebe. *Ear licks*
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Noodle we popped by to send out love to Lexi’s Mum and Dad…we had no words really..grief is awful loss too hard to bear..we send our love to you too as we know you will dearly miss Lexi..life is cruel and unfair at times..taking those we love and care for all too often..lovely post sweet Noodle xxxx Fozziemum
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(((Fozziemum))) she was a firecracker and her sassiness will be missed so much. I’m so sad for her family. *Ear licks* and a hug from Mom
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Sweetie i know and thankyou 😢💖💖
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We were so sorry to hear about Lexi and know you are going to miss her so very much..
We are sending hugs and love to you, your family along with Lexi’s family.
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She had so much fun campaigning with you. Everyone will miss her, I’m sure. *Ear licks*
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you found such wonderful word for Lexi, my tears are running now, but that is such a beautiful tribute for your girl… the ska has a new star now, but she is in my heart forever…
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She brought out the best in me – words, ideas, DANCE MOVES! I’ll miss her so much as I’m sure you will too. *ear licks*
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All our love in this the saddest of times my thoughts are with you and Lexi’s family
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Thank you, Mrs. P & Big Oscar. *ear licks*
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You and Lexi had so many great times together. You have wonderful memories that will last you a lifetime, Noodle. Lexi’s peeps are in our thoughts and prayers. Hugs to you, Noodle♥
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We did and I do! Thank you so much for stopping by. *ear licks* Noodle
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Sending you our thoughts at this difficult time.
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Thank you, Hailey and Zaphod. *ear licks*
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Noodle, this is a real love story, so sad and so full of love. I remember your post when you went cruising with Lexi and you danced till the morning. I read it many times, it was suberb.
Lexi will live always in our hearts.
Hugs to you, dear Noodle.
Kosmo,
a cat in faraway Finland.
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It was a short romance but filled with lots of love and happy times. She LOVED to dance and she was great at it! Thank you for leaving such kind words. *ear licks*
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Samantha and Noodle, I know how hard this was to put together and post. It was worth it, a beautiful remembrance of wonderful times. Thank you so much for it. ❤ Amy
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There were definitely tears but it also made us both smile so big remembering the fun times. It was neat looking back on it all. *ear licks* Noodle
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You are a brave boyfriend to be there for her in good times and not so good. Hugs to you and your mom n dad. We will go to Lexi’s now and post for her family. She was one of the best!
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She taught me all about being brave! Thanks for stopping by, friends ❤ *ear licks*
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**snufflesss sniffillsss***
Oh Noodle mee Moodle wee are heartbroked here at Thee Purrfect Pad!! Even tho’ wee new this day wood come it came too soon an now our Lexi iss inn Pure Land…..shee was thee most amazin doggie gurl an mee iss glad mee told you to ask her out…..mee nevurr regret LUV happenin….
Mee will all wayss reememburr Lexi…an so will LadyMum…she iss Unfurgettabull!!!!
Sendin you all thee ~~~head rubsss~~~ an **ear licksss** you need to help you feel better….
Siddhartha Henry xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
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I definitely have you to thank for the last year and a half. I am so lucky you were there to push me when I needed a push. You’re the bestest BFF ever. At least we still have each other ❤ *ear licks* and *head rubs*
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Yur most welcome Noodle mee Moodle. An wee pushed each other reeememburr?? Mee wanted to ask Phoebe gurl out….mee finkss wee gave each other thee courage to ask our Beau’ss out an wee bonded over that!!
An wee will all ways have each other mee BFF!!!!
~~~head rubsss~~~ an **ear licksss** Siddhartha Henry Penry xxxxx
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I am so sorry for your loss, you two were quite the duo. You were the best boyfriend a pup could ask for.
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I felt unstoppable with her. It was easy to be a good boyfriend because she was so awesome. Thanks for coming by to leave kind words. *ear licks*
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We’s so sorry fur your loss Noddle. We’s sendin’ lots of purrayers.
Luv ya’
Dezi and Raena
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Thank you, girls! *ear licks*
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We can see what a true love she was fur you. She left paw prints on many hearts!
Your Pals,
Murphy & Stanley
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The truest! Thanks for stopping by. *ear licks*
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Oh no my sweet friend. I’m so sorry to hear about this. My prayers and heart goes out for you. Sending you major hogs and snout kisses. XOXO – Bacon
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Thank you, Bacon. She was something special.. *ear licks*
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Oh Noodle, you made me cry. Poor Lexi. I know she was brave. We will all miss her. 😦 Love, Maggie
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No tears, Maggie. It will stain your furs and then you’ll have to be bathed and Lexi would HATE to have caused you a bath! *ear licks*
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(sniffs) thanks, Noodler…
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We are soooo, sooooo sorry about the loss of your “best girl”………this was the most beautiful tribute……..we didn’t know her long either, but she sure did leave her pawprints on our hearts, didn’t she? You left some on mine just now too xoxoxoxo (((hugs))))
DakotasDen
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Thank you, my friends. My heart is full of her pawprints. Awww *blushies* Thank you ❤
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We didn’t know you or Lexi very well but were sad when you both withdrew from the race because of Lexi’s health. So close to the voting. Had you won you would have made a good team. We’re sorry for the loss of your girl. Purrs and paw taps.
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Thank you, friends. She was so disappointed when she had to withdraw. She would have been a great mayor.
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We were led here by Sid-Henry…so sorry you lost your good furend, Noodle, and your campaign partner as well. It seems Bloggville has lost a gem and a treasure.
Sending love and hugs and licks.
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Hi, new friends! Thank you so much for coming by. She was an amazing girl. *ear licks*
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Oh my gosh Noodle,I am so sorry for the loss of your sassy gal Lexi,many snuggles to you ,xx Speedy
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Thank you, Speedy! She will be missed very much. *ear licks*
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