I snapped this picture as we were leaving, and I forgot to get a picture of Grandpa. I guess we will just have to meet for lunch again! Thank you Phyllis!
Tuesday, January 12, 2010
Lunch with Aunt Phyllis and Grandpa
For whatever reason, I never called Phyllis "Aunt Phyllis"...it's always been just Phyllis, but for the title of the post, I thought it was appropriate. Phyllis is my Dad's sister; they are very close in age and as far as the stories I've heard, they had a lot of fun growing up together. My dad married mom and we grew up living nextdoor to my grandparents as well as Phyllis. Grandma died a few years back, and Phyllis is dedicated to taking care of Grandpa. We decided to meet for lunch at Mexican Inn, one of the few places that Phyllis can still take Grandpa, because they are aware of his particular needs.
I snapped this picture as we were leaving, and I forgot to get a picture of Grandpa. I guess we will just have to meet for lunch again! Thank you Phyllis!
I snapped this picture as we were leaving, and I forgot to get a picture of Grandpa. I guess we will just have to meet for lunch again! Thank you Phyllis!
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you both have sparkly eyes! :) i love it!
ReplyDeleteFor Dear Andrea's Husband, I just read about your lovely wife and with all my heart am grieving with you. I am so sorry. I would have tried to rescue my Great Dane, had she ran on the ice, also. When one absolutely has to leave this world, it is a tiny bit comforting to know that you died for that which you loved and believed in, and, she certainly did. What a brave woman.
ReplyDeleteMy prayers are with you, and they work. For we know that in ALL things, God works together for the GOOD of them who are called according to His purpose. Romans 8:28 Sheila Mae
Oh Tom! If you are reading this, I am so sorry for your loss! Andrea... man, her awesome smile and wonderful laugh... Words fail me. My prayers are with you.
ReplyDeleteI don't know you Tom, or your wife. I saw her blog on the news. I was so very moved by her story. Your wife sounds like an incredibly awesome lady and am sad that such a neat person and animal lover is no longer here. I have no doubt she is w/her dogs as I type...
ReplyDeleteWe could use more people like her in this world.
I adore those who also share my passion for animals.
Our prayers are with you.
~Corinth TX
I read the article this morning. I'm so sorry.
ReplyDeleteSorry for your loss. She seems to have been a great person from reading the Blog. I would like to help find the 3rd Dog if it has not yet come back. I will watch the blog for more news.
ReplyDeletei woke up this morning and was quite shocked to see this blog, this must have been one of the last things andrea did, how privileged Phyllis you are.
ReplyDeletetom blessings and prayers to you. i only knew andrea for a short time but she was always so good to me and uplifting. she never had a mean thing to say.
jere and nicole mccurdy
Such selfless actions like Andrea performed yesterday are a true inspiration to those of us who love our animals. Her bravery and dedication are now known by many people, and my thoughts are with Andrea, her husband, and family.
ReplyDeleteI'm so sorry to hear of Andrea's passing. She was a dear friend of mine and regret that we were no longer in touch. Our thoughts and prayers are with those she left behind.
ReplyDeleteI too was in shock this morning to see this blog, I'm assumming this is one Andrea wrote yesterday and it was ready to post today. It's so strange hearing the last words of a person after they are gone, but yet so comforting to hear her one more time.....tears, I'm so sorry Tom for your loss. Andrea had many people she touched and she will be deeply missed.
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ReplyDeleteI'm so sorry Tom for your loss.Andrea is my good customer all ways.We're are miss her. I still have the pix from her and u and the dog(2006-2008) if you want back just let's me know.We will pray for her.
Chris-Lisa
I could not be more sad for you. I understand what Andrea did. I would have done the same without a second thought. I know there is a special place in Heaven for her and her baby dogs. I pray that there is some peace in knowing that her last thoughts and actions were for love.
ReplyDeleteAnd just so you know, there are many people I have spoken to today who may not know you and may never be able to tell you, but they are sad for you and praying for you. They all understand the love she must have felt in doing what she did.
Sorry for your loss,
Eden Hunt
So sorry for your loss, we are "dog people" and many happy memories are made from our four legged friends. I can not imagine the loss you are feeling with the loss of your wife. She sounded like a great lady that will be missed by many.
ReplyDeleteMy heart was broken when I saw Andrea's story on the news. Now that I have read over her blog, it is even more so. What an amazing spirit she had. Her love of her husband, dogs, family, & friends is so obvious. I am praying and hopeful that Gollum is found today. I know he must be scared to death but what a good boy to stay at the pond until help arrived. He needs to be home with Andrea's husband and I hope that happens. Prayers for all of you close to Andrea and for Gollum's safe return.
ReplyDeleteIf anyone hears of funeral arrangements please let me know. greg@newarkenergy.net
ReplyDeleteTom, I doubt you remember me, but I was a friend of Andrea's from High School, and we were neighbors when she lived at the electric building. I'm so sorry, she was a beautiful person, and a good friend.
There are many people like Andrea that would try to save their beloved dogs. We all are deeply saddened and feel the fear that she felt seeing her dogs in peril. We send her family sympathy and strength.
ReplyDeleteGod Bless you Andrea
This story was so heartbreaking, my prayers are with Andrea and her family and her puppies. I read her profile and thought she is someone I would have liked to have been friends with. God bless Andrea and her family.
ReplyDeleteMollie Cook
Andrea is my 2nd cousin, Well i have not seen her since her Grandmas funeral. Times passes by so quickly. I asked about her at my grandpas funeral last year. She was a very special person, i thought about her often. Im just sorry i never followed thru to find her. Im so very sorry to Tom. I hope the Lord brings you comfort and peice to know shes ok. I know she loved dogs. I pray for the faimly also for this great loss.
ReplyDeleteApril Yarborough Geiger
Bowie Tx
Being a dog lover myself, I too am deeply saddened by this story. My thoughts and prayers are with Tom and the rest of the family. Please post if help is needed to find the third dog. I would help look if needed.
ReplyDeleteRoanoke, Texas
Oh, this is so sad. I'm sorry for your loss.
ReplyDeleteRenate
Tom, I don't know your or Andrea, but I am praying for you and your family. I am so sorry for your loss.
ReplyDeleteOh, I PRAY Gollum finds his way back home to his daddy. I can only imagine that is what Andrea would want now.
ReplyDeleteI'm a dog lover, too. She did what her heart told her to do. God bless everyone that knew and loved her.
Gollum still has not been found. Help is needed to reunite him with his daddy Tom. Rescue dogs sniffed out and think he is in the Basswood and Beach St area. Please spread the word.... Thank you.
ReplyDeleteAlso very sorry to read this tragic story. Also a dog lover who understands her actions. I pray that the brave greyhound is found. Deepest sympathies to the family.
ReplyDeleteDaniella
I extend to you my condolences and sincere regret for your loss.
ReplyDeleteI was saddened to hear what happened. I am so sorry for you and your families. The photos of your dogs are precious. She loved them dearly. God be with you.
ReplyDeleteMy husband read the news story at work and showed it to me when he got home, words can't describe our heart ache for your loss. We are truly sorry, and will pray for you and the safe return of Gollum.
ReplyDeleteI too read this story online and was so heartbroken. I hope that you will find comfort in knowing how much she must have loved you and your babies...She must have been a very very special lady..I hope you find your other dog.
ReplyDeleteI am so sorry to hear about your loss. Your wife did what so many of us "dog-people" would do if our babies were in danger. I'm praying that Gollum returns to you, safe and sound. I will be posting the lost dog alert on DallasDogLife.com to help spread the word. Again, my prayers are with you and your family.
ReplyDeleteI am so sorry that the world has lost Andrea, Artimus and Mallory! The world needs more people like Tom and Andrea. I am so terribly sorry for Tom's loss. There are no words to convey what I am feeling. I hope that Tom and Andrea's family will be graced with Peace to help them deal with this tragedy.
ReplyDeleteThank you Tom, Andera, Artimus and Mallory for sharing your hearts and spirits with the world. The world is a better place thanks to you!
Christy - Fort Worth, TX
I was heartbroken to hear of the tragic outcome of the dogs' outing, but I love reading all of Andrea's posts. Even though Andrea and her dogs had short lives, it is obvious that they filled each day with joy and love and adventure. Far more than many people have who love long lives. God bless them all.
ReplyDeleteElaine Cole
My heart is broken reading this story. I know Gollum will come back home. PLEASE post and let us know when he is home safe. I hope the family keeps checking the house inside and out.
ReplyDeleteCan someone please look by Grace Community Presbyterian Church on North Riverside Drive. Put a flyer up outback in the parking lot by the dumpster. I think Gollum is in a house around there. Walk down the alley and call his name and listen. I wish I was there to help you look for him.
Sending lots of healing love to Tom and Gollum.
Please let us know about Gollum!! Im happy there is a reward..maybe if someone does have him they will return him for that reason alone-although, surely somebody out there will do it because it is the RIGHT thing to do! He needs to be HOME. From reading the blogs, it sounds like he runs towards a car to get warm...and walks on the pavement instead of grass because he likes to...so he could be anywhere....its windy and cold...and she said he runs when its windy. I live in Keller..please post if you need help!! For some reason I cannot get that dog out of my mind. :(
ReplyDeleteCould there person who posted the info about finding Gollum near Grace Community Presbyterian Church please email me and give me more information. Did you see him or did someone else see him? kalusk@sbcglobal.net
ReplyDeleteI have just found out that the funeral will be Saturday at Greenwood at 3:30.
ReplyDeleteAunt Phyllis
I did not know Andrea, but after reading her blog I feel as though I had known her. I am also a animal lover. I wish I could have had the privilege to have met her. She is with her babys now I feel, an at peace. If Gollum has NOT been found, please if anyone knows where this baby is, get Gollum back to his daddy....Please do this in memory of Andrea. God bless this family.
ReplyDeletea near by neighbor
I think I met Tom & Andrea at Tipps Canine Hollow Dog Park, because I remember an IG named Artimus and the mans name was Tom. I am the Mom to 2 IG's and another that has passed away. I would have done the same to rescue my babies,Andrea to all of us was a true lover of all life to risk cold icey water to rescue the dogs she loved. I can not imagine the pain Tom is going through, but to know she gave her life trying to save 2 others is the true definition of a hero.How could she do anything else? She could not stand there and do nothing, and time was wasting if she had stood there and done nothing, she reacted and did what I would have done too, try to save her babies! Tom you are in my thoughts and prayers and I am also praying for Gollums speedy and safe return!God bless you!!
ReplyDeleteHello. I am very touched by what has happened. I will help in the search for your pet. I did no know your wife or you Tom. Hang in there and I am very sorry for your loss. I live in Boyd and will be in your area tomorrow and try to help locate your pet. Peace be with you.
ReplyDeleteShawn
Tom, I am deeply saddened by the news of your sudden and tragic loss of Andrea. It was an absolute honor and delight in knowing your lovely wife. And to also know that she was your BEST FRIEND and the LOVE of your life. Both you and Andrea have always been wonderful and caring people ever since the first day we met. I will always remember and love you two for that and the many moments we all shared as neighbors, Poker playin and pub pals and most importantly, as supportive FRIENDS. The kindness and care that your wife showed to all will be missed tremendously, but never forgotten. Just by reading the outpour of sentiments and prayers from dog lovers, strangers and friends alike. It makes one satisfied in knowing that the special warmth and kindness of her soul had reached so many others here on earth.
ReplyDeleteShe was indeed a gift to have known in my life and during my years back in Fort Worth. Both you and Andrea always took the time to share your day, your understanding and sincere interest in others around you. Andrea was the kind of person that when you said your "See you laters", you walked away seeing such a beautiful soul and smile, and could not help but be reminded of those dearest to you in life. She was that caring and that genuine. She was like BACK HOME for me.
Andrea was the only person I knew who could strike up a memorable convo from just a simple Texan style "How ya doing?", while sharing an elevator ride at the old HPLofts, with her and her lil babies staring up at you with those happy lil eyes and infectious smiles, hoping for some little love and attention.
My deepest condolences to Tom and the entire Benua family and friends. May you find strength and courage in knowing that she is at peace, patiently waiting for that one glorious day when we will see her again. That the beauty in your every day ahead is a gift that she shares with you. That when blessed with the experience, you will feel her warm smile with everything around you that is alive and in harmony. Hearing every beat of her caring heart when children are at play. I pray that not only you see and feel those blessings in your every day, but that you find PEACE and comfort in knowing that Andrea is sharing them and feeling them too, right beside you. This I pray.
Gollum is still missing. Another search will start today around 11:00 AM!!!!!!!!!!!!!! If you can help please contact Cathy at 817-822-5163
ReplyDeleteThere is a $5,000 reward being offered for Gollum's safe return!!!!!!!
Gollum came home on his own! We praise the Lord for this wonderful gift to Tom. One last thing that Tom can feel a deep connection to with Andrea.
ReplyDeleteWe don't know where he has been, but he is home now. We thank all of you for your prayers and concern for Gollum and Tom.
Auntie Phyllis
Thank you so much for posting this! I am a complete stranger, but I have been so distraught at this situation all week and have been praying nonstop for Gollum's safe return home. Imagine how many prayers this little dog was getting from friends as well as people who'd never heard of him before. Your family is truly surrounded in prayer and I am so grateful that Gollum is safe.
ReplyDeleteAlso wasnt lucky enough to know her, but was touched by her and her blog. I have also been so distraught over Gollum being lost. I kept imagining how I would feel if my dog was lost out there....and me and my friends have been praying for Tom and Gollum. So thankful he is there. Maybe it will help Tom...
ReplyDeleteAndrea was one of the brightest spots on this planet and her leaving so early leaves a big void. She brought pure love and infectious joy to everyone she was around. Prayers for Tom.
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