Monday, February 13, 2012

VIDEO >> Our Tribute to Bubby Dog! (+ a Request)

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Over the weekend, I decided to make a short video in memory of Bubby dog using some random clips from my phone of the last few couple of years of his life.  I've been meaning to do this for a while, but every time I attempted it I started crying.  I figured I needed to wait until I was able to look at the tribute as a celebration of his life rather than something sad, and this weekend just felt right.  I'll be honest - when I was done and added the music, I cried.  A lot.  But I didn't cry because the video was sad (it's not, promise), I cried because he was SO SPECIAL, and I felt overwhelmed by how lucky I was to have such a magical companion for nearly 16 years of my life.  Plus, he was such a ham for the camera.  Seriously.  That dog could have been a movie star.  The video is about 3 minutes long, and make sure you have your volume on so you can hear him barking.  One of his old vets called him the "goose honk dog" because he had the funniest bark ever.

And now for the request part.  I mentioned shortly after Leary passed that I wanted to put together a written tribute to him, and possibly eventually write a book.  He was the most amazing dog, and he had a really unique and interesting life.  From the time I rescued him from under a trailer in 1996 to his final days, he overcame all kinds of crazy obstacles, traveled the country (and beyond), and had all sorts of incredible adventures.  He also met and got to know a LOT of people - both in person, and online through this blog, message boards, and my businesses.  So we decided to ask for friends and family who met him (or even just knew him through how much we constantly talked about him!) to be a part of it.  Many of my readers have followed Leary's story, and I felt that it made sense to include you guys as well!  What I'm looking for is just a couple of sentences (or more, if you want) about something about him that struck you, a way he touched you, a little note or message for him...  Anything, really.  There is no pressure to do this of course, but if you want to contribute, just email us at bubbyandbean (at) gmail.com, and be sure to include your name.  Once the tribute is complete, I'll share it here.

I hope you like this special video. Thank you for being a part of Bubby's life and story!

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21 comments:

  1. What a beautiful tribute!!! It's not sad but I am still crying!! He seemed like such a sweet boy with so much character!! Thank you for sharing this :-)

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  2. This is such a beautiful and sweet video, Melissa. I remember when Leary had surgery and you posted the video of him walking to you. He was so excited - and so proud of himself! I love that you are so passionate about him. He seemed like the sweetest guy. You gave him such a WONDERFUL life. I have no doubt that he's watching over you now.

    Thank you for sharing!

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  3. Omg Mel, this is so sweet - especially the end. He was one funny, adorable, smart, totally kick ass dog. How lucky am I that I got to know him and play with him?! You did a beautiful job with the video. Gave me goosebumps. Love you.

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  4. This is so great, and just heart-warming. Some of my favorite parts (because I love the whole thing!): when Bubby is opening presents & when he was lounging on his pet bed! You did an amazing job with this video tribute, and I can't wait to see the request part too.
    ~Kim
    from Blogging Buddies

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  5. I can't view youtube and the like at work, but as soon as I hget home I am going to watch this. It sounds wonderful!

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  6. Bawled my eyes out.
    Actually had to go lay down.

    We lost my dog in June 2011. I'd had her for 18 years. Yesterday we decided to name the brick and mortar shop we just bought "Roo's" after her. We're using her picture as the logo, vectored, much like Bubby's, and its just brought it all back.

    I was fine until i saw Leary's paw at the Red Sox stadium. I carry Roo's paw-print on a pendant and just, yeah, emotional.

    So basically, i'm with ya

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  7. What a smart boy opening his own presents like that! It looks like he was always having a great time, and what more could you ask for?

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  8. Thanks so much for your comments you guys - and for the emails I've gotten so far. It really means a lot to know that Leary touched others as well! And I'm sorry to those who cried! I really tried to make it a celebration of his life rather than something sad, but I think it's impossible not to get a little choked up to watch something like this when you've had a special connection with a pet.

    xo,
    m

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  9. Leary and my Sarah are so alike, in looks, character, and actions. That video gave me goosebumps because it was like watching my Sarah who is 13. Leary was an amazing dog. Thank you for sharing some of your special moments.

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    1. oh, and the pawprint is awesome, especially cute how you guys bring it with you!

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  10. oh what a sweet video :) He reminds me a lot of my 13 year old katie. She's lab/chow. I love that he ripped open the presents...such a happy pooch

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  11. Almost got through it without crying. This is so sweet. Seriously. He is so so so cute. It makes me want to take more videos of my puppies <3

    xo kristen

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  12. This is so sweet, you got me all teared up! I lost my golden retriever that I had had since I was a little girl 2 years ago today. He was the sweetest thing. I'm just happy he's in a better place now, like your sweet doggy :)
    xo Heather
    http://ahopelessnotebook.blogspot.com/

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  13. this is a beautiful, touching tribute. he reminds me of my honey dog. so sweet and smart and happy. made my eyes well with tears. thank you for sharing.

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  14. This is so sweet! What a special guy and how lucky he was that you found him, Melissa! :) xoxo, Mary

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  15. This is beautiful and made me cry. Bubby is your angel now.

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  16. So Touching and Sweet.
    A great loving tribute.

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  17. Amazing. I sure do love people who love their pets. I have 6 dogs, 4 cats. Im a photographer & in the rescuing business. There is no greater love than the love we feel for our animals <3

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  18. beautiful tribute to your Bubby! You can tell he was very special.

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  19. I'm really touched by your trubute to Bubby. It brings tears thinking of all the wonderful times we share with such phenomenal friends.

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