I Can't Stop The Rain

Rest in peace, Robbie Coltrane 30 March 1950 – 14 October 2022

RIP to the great Kris Kristofferson.

The anti-establishment singer-songwriter known for his gravelly voice was also an actor.

He was a member of the Outlaw Country Supergroup The Highwaymen with Johnny Cash, Willie Nelson & Waylon Jennings. Kristofferson was 88 years old.

These are some of them, most were golden retrivers and labradors, but also included german shepherds and other breeds. Sadly most are dead now, while many people forget them and don’t spare them a thought. 

As people lay dying, trapped and hurt, a team of nearly 100 loyal and courageous search dogs put their lives on the line to help humans. Without them, many more would not have survived, yet few people consider them. 

In such a chaotic, terrifying, hot, acrid-smelling, smokey and loud environment, countless human lives depended on their ability to focus, listen, respond to their handlers, and work tirelessly. Stepping over cracked glass, hot tarmac, through flames and thick smoke, being winched over deep ravines, they battled on to seek out survivors and bring them aid. 

They worked around the clock, day and night, searching, sniffing, over and over. Not only did they search, but they comforted - many eyewitnesses speak of how the dogs would stop and sit by newly-recovered victims, giving them a sense of hope and relief, before moving on to look for the next. As the situation became desperate, and the rescue workers and fire teams became utterly distraught at the amount of people who were recovered dead, these dogs brought them comfort, sitting with them on breaks, letting them grieve.

Many of these dogs are old, and have passed away. Let us remember the courage and loyalty they showed at such a horrendous event. They didn’t have a choice, but nonetheless they did what was asked of them and helped save countless lives. Don’t let their bravery be forgotten today either, or their determination to be a ‘good dog’ despite the scary and dangerous environment around them.

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Rest in Peace Paul van Doren 1930 - 2021

Today, we lost a truly amazing person. Not only was he one of my favorite guitar players, he changed how guitar was played in rock and beyond for years to come. He will truly be missed and no one will be able to play guitar like him. Rock in peace, Eddie.

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