My white FF

Sorry for your loss Fritz -- as a dog lover I can completely understand your sorrow. BTW I very much enjoy reading your posts and memories / photos.
Carlos

 

Sorry to hear about your loss Fritz. The French quote is true and yes … it takes time but think back of all the beautiful memories you have. Doesn't fix it all but it certainly helps.

 

Fritz, sorry for the loss of your loved one. We also recently lost a beloved family dog and miss her dearly. You will always have your memories.

 

OK... time for a new canine friend and companion who you will love and who will love you.

 

"Noblesse Oblige...OK... time for a new canine friend and companion who you will love and who will love you. "

+1000. While it is not my place to recommend to you a new dog, I guess the good and bad of Internet fora such as thus is that people feel comfortable telling people they do not know what they should do.

Dear Mr. d'Orey: if you have even remotely have the heart/time/desire to love a new animal, I implore you to do so. If your country is anything like ours & others - there are probably an obscene number of neglected animals looking for love & companionship. My wife & I adopted an abandoned dog six years ago, and even after my worst day at work, she instantly lifts my spirits by greeting me at the door like I am a conquering hero. Below is my princess on her way back from "spa day" in my 911. I would think any dog would enjoy the backseat of an FF! Whether or not you decide to adopt a new dog, I pray that you will recover quickly from this loss & that your memories of Cappucino will be only happy ones...T

 

The promised pup pic (I hope!)…T
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And they help keep you healthy. It is no accident that dogs are brought into hospitals to interact with the sick. It is even a business. Therapy Dogs International As tomc says adopting an animal will be good for both of you. And Fritz, being happier and healthier, your hill climb times will drop.

 

When my Shepherd died, I thought I would.

When I got my next one a month or so later, life came back to me in spades.

Very good luck Fritz.

ONWARDS...

 

Sr. d'Orey, I have just found this wonderful thread you have brightened. I have just returned from Italy, Spain & Portugal. We drove from Madrid to Seville then to Portimao then to Lisbon. My wife was right and so are you that Portugal is magnificent. Driving Portugal and the Italian Dolomites gave me a new passion for driving and all that comes with it. I have now moved from wanting a used Ferrari to deciding between an FF or F12. What a blessing to have these choices. I have not been a fan of the FF rear lines but I am maturing (at 63 yrs of age) into a new respect for all the FF offers. I will choose the FF. I am appreciative and respectful of your input for FerrariChat. Thank you for all you have done for those of us who love the sport. Cheers

 

Wonderful to see your posts....

So is there any news on a new canine companion???

An FF without a "WOOF" is not the same.. !

best to Luca.

 

Class shows! The aristocratic background comes out.

(I also received one. Assume that all purchaser of new Ferraris were on the list)

 

You will love it. As for the rear lines, it does not conform to tradition or what you think a Ferrari should "look like," necessarily so in order to achieve its practical goals. But I think the Pininfarina did a great job.

 

Fritz...You have done a wonderful thing!! Gaspar is a cutie & I'm sure loves the FF. My Cassie (see below), also a rescued abandoned, sends a big Texas howdy to you & Gaspar as well....T
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Gaspar is adorable! I also enjoyed the vicarious ride in the FF. Thanks for sharing!

 

Wonderful. Glad to see that you have a new companion. Life is good.

 

It's quite a miracle, I can't even imagine what that was like.

 

Fritz, are you certain it wasn't Carlo driving? (a very bad joke!) ;-)

P.S. those of us who know and have attended les 24 Heures might be very interested in your recollections of that particular race and even, if it is not too painful to recall, the accident.

 

Fritz // I have a friend who is a WWII vet who just lost his best friend -- a gigantic but gentle female German Shepard. He is heartbroken. Am trying to persuade him to get another companion. Told him your story. Life goes on.