Many times, especially with certain animals, like rabbits, the loss we feel may not be understood fully by others.  But here, you will be understood.  You will be safe to grieve.   We know how these special creatures can grab hold of our hearts, and we will be here for you.

NOTE: This doesn't have to be only about the loss of your bunny.  Many of us have a motley crew of animal companions.  They can all be honored here.

Though you can post photos and memorials in this section, there will also be a special memorial section in our gallery - coming soon.

 

 The Rainbow Bridge

Just this side of heaven is a place called Rainbow Bridge.

When an animal dies that has been especially close to someone here, that pet goes to Rainbow Bridge. There are meadows and hills for all of our special friends so they can run and play together. There is plenty of food, water and sunshine, and our friends are warm and comfortable.

All the animals who had been ill and old are restored to health and vigor. Those who were hurt or maimed are made whole and strong again, just as we remember them in our dreams of days and times gone by. The animals are happy and content, except for one small thing; they each miss someone very special to them, who had to be left behind.

They all run and play together, but the day comes when one suddenly stops and looks into the distance. His bright eyes are intent. His eager body quivers. Suddenly he begins to run from the group, flying over the green grass, his legs carrying him faster and faster.

You have been spotted, and when you and your special friend finally meet, you cling together in joyous reunion, never to be parted again. The happy kisses rain upon your face; your hands again caress the beloved head, and you look once more into the trusting eyes of your pet, so long gone from your life but never absent from your heart.

Then you cross Rainbow Bridge together....                                                     ~ author unknown ~

Beyond the Rainbow

 As much as I loved the life we had and all the times we played,
I was so very tired and knew my time on earth would fade.
I saw a wondrous image then of a place that's trouble free,
where all of us can meet again to spend eternity.
I saw the most beautiful rainbow and on the other side
were meadows rich and beautiful lush and green and wide!

And running through the meadows as far as the eye could see
were every sort of animal, as healthy as could be!
My own tired failing body was fresh and healed and new
and I wanted to go run with them but I had something left to do.
I needed to reach out to you to tell you I'm alright,
that this place is truly wonderful - then a bright glow pierced the night.

'Twas the glow of many candles shining bright and strong and bold
and I knew then that it held your love in it's brilliant shades of gold.
For although we may not be together in the way we used to be
we are still connected by a cord that no eye can ever see.
So whenever you need to find me we're never far apart
if you look beyond the rainbow and listen with your heart.

~ author unknown ~

(Thank you to member, Monkeybun, for finding this poem) 

A poem for your beloved bunny:

I stood by your bed last night

  I came to have a peep.

I could see that you were crying,

You found it hard to sleep.

I whined to you softly

as you brushed away a tear,

"It's me, I haven't left you,

I'm well, I'm fine, I'm here."

I was close to you at breakfast,

I watched you pour the tea,

You were thinking of the many times,

your hands reached down to me.

I was with you at the shops today,

Your arms were getting sore.

I longed to take your parcels,

I wish I could do more.

I was with you at my grave today,

You tend it with such care.

I want to reassure you,

that I'm not lying there.

I walked with you towards the house,

as you fumbled for your key.

I gently put my paw on you,

I smiled and said "it's me."

You looked so very tired,

and sank into a chair.

I tried so hard to let you know,

that I was standing there.

It's possible for me,

to be so near you everyday.

To say to you with certainty,

"I never went away."

You sat there very quietly,

then smiled, I think you knew

... in the stillness of that evening,

I was very close to you.

The day is over...

smile and watch you yawning

and say "goodnight, God bless,

I'll see you in the morning."

And when the time is right for you

to cross the brief divide,

I'll rush across to greet you

and we'll stand, side by side.

I have so many things to show you,

there is so much for you to see.

Be patient, live your journey out

...then come home to be with me.

Author unknown

The Rainbow Bridge
[For Bunnies]


There is a bridge connecting heaven and earth. It is called the Rainbow Bridge because of it's many colors. Just this side of the Rainbow Bridge there is a land of meadows, hills, and valleys, sweet clover and lush green grass, a waiting place.


When a beloved bunny dies, he goes to this place. There is always an abundance of food and sparkling fresh water. When he arrives at the Rainbow Bridge, he is greeted by many other bunnies.


There is never a cloud in the sky and every day is Spring. The old animals are young again. Those who were hurt and maimed are restored to perfect health. There is no fear or sadness in this place.


There is only one thing missing. They are not with the special person who loved them on Earth.


Each day they run and play and nap in the shade, nibble sweet grass and share stories about the special humans who loved them.


Suddenly, one of the bunnies stops!

Little ears perk up, a pink nose twitches, and bright eyes search the distant horizon. Then this one quickly bounds away from the group, leaping and hopping for joy.


You have been spotted.

You are showered with a million wet,

snuggly kisses.

Then you and your special bunny friend cross

the Rainbow Bridge together,

never to be separated again.

~ author unknown ~

You're welcome. I miss the two bunnies I have lost too. And because Bailey's loss is still fresh for me, I can still feel her fur on my face, and sometimes I feel like I hear her unique hop down the hallway in search for bunny kisses.

OMG ... TEARS ... TEARS .... AND MORE TEARS.

What a mess I am

Imagine Bunny Heaven*

Imagine Bunny Heaven
It's easy if you try
Restored to health now,
they are happy and spry
Imagine all the bunnies
living there today

Imagine endless meadows;
it isn't hard to do
Hopping free of pain now,
and doing binkies too!
Imagine all the bunnies
living there in peace

You may say that I'm a dreamer,
but I'm not the only one
Someday we’ll be reunited
with our precious little bun

Imagine bunny angels,
with the Lord above
They hear our prayers in Heaven;
they always feel our love
Imagine your sweet bunny
sending love to you

You may say that I'm a dreamer,
but I'm not the only one
Someday we’ll be reunited
with our precious little bun

*I adapted this from John Lennon’s song, Imagine