After leaving Stuart, Ed and I have been traveling America’s Great Loop for the last 154 days. Usually a happy journey, about two weeks ago the tide turned when we lost our beloved Belgium Shepard, Luna. Although she was twelve years old and we knew her passing was a possibility, we were not prepared. It was a normal day, then she collapsed, and passed within 2 hours.
Luna was rescued at Pet Smart in Jensen Beach, Florida in 2015. Within 2 hours of meeting her she was riding home with us. Adopting her has been the only decision of our marriage made without speaking. It was love at first sight for both Ed and me. Luna was a wonderful, integral family member and bigger than life. She taught us many things, but most importantly, the meaning of a deeper loyalty.
We met her and in 2 hours she was part of our family. It also only took 2 hours to lose her.
She remains in our hearts. We love you Luna.
Oh, Jacqui. I am so sorry for the loss of dear Luna. Your hearts must be breaking. Please know I am thinking of you and Ed.
wow, it hurts. I have a baby who is a German short hair pointer who was rescued by my family 4 years ago. the love she gives is beyond words. I am sorry for the loss but I know the love you have . GOD will give you comfort . She is part of the creation and I believe that you and Ed will see her again. I hope for this and for me as well.
so sorry Jacqui – RP Luna.
I’m so so sorry for your heartbreaking loss. Rest in peace, dear Luna. Love to all of you, Patty
I’m sorry Jacqui! Luna was a special one!!
So sorry for the loss of your Beautiful Fur Baby.🖤🩶🤍🐾🐾
Take solace in knowing you and Ed gave Luna a wonderful life. “If there are no dogs in heaven, then when I die, I want to go where they went.” – Will Rogers
Hugs to you both. Luna had a wonderful life thanks to you:)
Your post brought tears to my eyes. It is so very hard to lose a beloved pet/member of the family. Keep the fond memories. Your cat is now going to wonder where Luna disappeared to, she’ll need extra lovin’.
We’re so sorry for your loss of Luna. This photo of Luna at Peck’s lake with Ed is wonderful. Best to you and Ed, Shelley & Travis Thomas
So sorry Jacqui and Ed! I know Luna continues to travel with you both in your hearts and she is so grateful for the time she had with you!
Love,
Nancy
So sorry to hear of your loss. Having four legged family members myself I know what a heart break this can be. I was so looking forward to the next installment of your journey, and Lunas passing was not what I was expecting. Of course now I am crying having suddenly lost my Maine Coon on June 1st. My condolences and may you both have happier days ahead. I am now bugging my husband as the great loop seems like something I would be inspired to do ( trying to get him inspired too).
Luna will always be with you in your heart. Allow yourselves time to grieve.
My heart breaks for you. I know this is a serious loss of a beloved family member. You will be extra in my prayers!
Many blessings. And big hugs.
So hard to lose our precipus ones, we lost our Daisy our adopted dog last year, she was 15 or so we assumed, as she came to us at about the age of 3 based on the vet’s best guess. My heart goes out to you both. Virginia
Oh, I am so sorry. Prayers.
Tears, hugs & prayers!
Sooo sorry.. hurts big time losing our dear pets..
I’m so sorry for your great loss. Farewell Luna. You have no doubt touched a lot of hearts. –Mark Renz
so very sorry for your loss, losing a beloved family pet is horrible
I’m so sorry for your loss. Our daughter and grandkids are going through the same with their rescue dog…
“Until one has loved an animal, a part of one’s soul remains unawakened.” – Anatole France
She was as blessed to have you as her family as you were to bring her into your fold. Hugs, Jim and Cathy Reeder
So sorry, a great loss.
I know the sorry of losing a Pet. Brooklyn, a rescue All American Dog, Catahoula/Boxer mix passed in 2020 after finishing 4th at the 2019 AKC Nationals in Orlando in Utility. She always wanted to please. May Luna rest in Peace.
Kindest regards,
John
Oh goodness. He had a great adventure with you with this trip! Thinking of you both and sending big hugs! He looked like a happy boy!
I’m so very sorry for your terrible loss, nothing hurts worse than losing such a great friend…..when you are ready, another will come to you but the boat must feel so lonesome without her….it does get easier but only with time…..
Animals make our lives complete. Please accept my deepest sympathies.
Mary Jo
Dear Jacqui and Ed, I am so sorry for your loss. Luna was a beautiful companion and member of your family. This is the hardest thing, to lose our pets who love us so unconditionally. He’s now in doggy heaven, God bless him. Julia Sansevere
Ed and Jacqui, I am so sorry for the loss of beautiful Luna. She was given a wonderful life full of fun and adventures. She will always remain in your hearts as you cherish the memories and great times you had together. xo
What a beauty. So sad for you. Be on the lookout because I know she will contact you soon. Sending love
So sad for you, I know how much they can touch our hearts…how lucky for her to have you both (and vice versa)
Sad to hear.
Oh I am so heartbroken and sad to learn this. I know how much Luna touched your hearts and she will forever be in your hearts. Sending love and hugs.
Marilyn and I know your pain. We are very sorry to hear of your loss.
What a beautiful, love-filled life you gave Luna. This hurts.
So sad to hear of Luna’s passing as another dog lover I can appreciate the love and devotion she had for the both of you.
So sorry for your loss. Our furry babies are such an important part of our families and will forever be loved.
Oh Jacqui and Ed. So very sorry to hear about this huge loss in your lives. You rescued Luna, and she rescued you. Our pets are family members and quietly teach us how to love.
Take care,
Ezra
My heart is with you -been there, still hear her foot tracks in the night – big loss for you both!!! pp
So sorry for your loss. I know you and Ed adore your pups. Peace and happiness to you both. 💚💚
Oh no I am so very sorry for your loss. It somehow seems harder when it is so sudden. Always heartbreaking.
So sorry for your loss
I am so sorry for your loss! So sad to lose a loving pet
She experienced a lifetime of happiness having you both as his owners
Our Hearts go out to you both…She was blessed to have you in her life and you in hers…Big Hugs!
We are thinking of you on the passing of Dear Sweet Luna, She was a Beautiful
Soul and will forever be remembered by all who knew her.
Dotti Szymanski and Paul Heise.
Ed +Jacqui, although bittersweet, may Luna’s passing along the waters of the Great American Loop with her crew be a special part of your journey. I was as tickled as Ed was when he told me that Luna was to be a part of the crew. I can only imagine how the two of you were her secure and Happy Place. What a send-off! Godspeed.
Ed and I thank everyone for the sweet and thoughtful comments 🐾❤️🌈 It means so much to us. Jacqui & Ed