Steve Jacobson - The Spreading Love Project
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Being kind will make you happier!
A short movie about Kindness and how being kind can make us all happy.
My hope is that this and other videos like it can help remind all of us more often of the value of being kind.
With more people being kind to each other more often AND reminding each other in all sorts of creative ways (like this) to be kind more often, more people will be happier more often and the world can become a little more lovely of a place for all of us to live!
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Cute Puppies & Dogs Stealing Our Hearts - Episode 1
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Adorable, cute puppies and dogs video set to beautiful, calm, peaceful, and relaxing original piano music. Music written and performed by Steve Jacobson Video edited and produced by Steve Jacobson For more music and information about Steve Jacobson and The Spreading Love Project, please visit: www.thespreadingloveproject.com Please join us on Facebook at our free Private Group page: facebook.co...
A Calm And Pretty Original Piano Piece by Steve Jacobson
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A new calm and pretty original piano piece of music that I just recorded a few days ago, and thought it might be nice to post it here on The Spreading Love Project UA-cam Channel. Please let me know in the comments if you are all interested in hearing more of my piano music, or if are you more interested in hearing the psychedelic, progressive, rock, folk side of me.
Soothing, calm, and relaxing original PIANO MUSIC
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Beautiful original piano music by Steve Jacobson. Visit www.thespreadingloveproject.com for more of Steve's music from his CD, "Expressions". The "Expressions" CD was written and recorded about 20 years ago, after Steve visited and had his heart profoundly touched by the children and Staff of Tashirat Orphanage (tashiratorphanage.org), an orphanage founded by his sister in Tepoztlan, Mexico. Th...
A heartwarming tale by my beloved dog in Heaven
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A heartwarming video about my big special boy, Little Jo in heaven, remembering his times in the world with me and our family, and his 15 years, 7 months and 1 day in this world, before the heartbreaking moment when I gave the vet the final "okay" to let him go, as I held and hugged and kissed him goodbye and watched him take his final breaths of life in this world. He was a very special boy wh...
A Message From All Pets In Heaven - Rainbow Bridge
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Please enjoy this beautiful and comforting "Message From All Pets In Heaven And Rainbow Bridge" brought to you by Little Jo, my beloved big special Border Collie dog, who was my soulmate in this world for 15.5 years, who's recent passing away absolutely broke my heart. This message is what I believe that all pets would like to say to their pet humans after they leave this world. Credits: Piano ...
Message from my dog up in Heaven - Rainbow Bridge
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A heartwarming story about what my dog might be saying to me from up in heaven after we had to say goodbye to each other after 15.5 wonderful years together on earth. He was the smartest and most wonderful dog that anyone could ever wish to have as a furry family member, and I will love and miss him so much... forever! Piano music written and video by Steve Jacobson
So Sad You're Gone - My Dog In Heaven - Rainbow Bridge
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This video is in honor of the life of Little Jo, my dog, my special big beautiful boy, who I had to say goodbye to very recently when he went to Rainbow Bridge and Heaven. He was 15 years, 7 months and one day old when he left this earth. He was in my life since 2 months old. Angela was with me as I hugged and kissed and petted him and gave him all my love as I watched him take his last breaths...

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  • @SLRSpiritualwarrior
    @SLRSpiritualwarrior 5 годин тому

    This channel is heaven sent for our four-legged family waiting for us in heaven. Thanks Steve

  • @TraciCollins-b1z
    @TraciCollins-b1z День тому

    Hi Lil joe, it was a hard week, the only good thing about it was seeing your lovely dedication. I know I can always count on your love and support. Your spirit lives on and everyone who sees this dedication agrees with me. You are a crucial part of my recovery and happiness. Because of your dedication video and the love behind it has given me a new sense of love and a new way of life.

  • @LynneHuffman-y7r
    @LynneHuffman-y7r 3 дні тому

    My Baby Girl died at my feet. No whimpering or whining she just passed so peacefully. I truly wish that I could have fought for her to keep her alive. There was no such chance. i miss her every day. I am still upset by her loss. It is not fair to let you love a person so much only to have them taken from you. My heart breaks for anyone who has lost a pet. I am so sorry.

  • @DennisProvda
    @DennisProvda 3 дні тому

    My Ginger will be gone 2 years this December. Think of her every day

  • @carolynwilson2206
    @carolynwilson2206 3 дні тому

    I believe you'll be together again in heaven.

  • @TinaMontgomery-dq9sv
    @TinaMontgomery-dq9sv 9 днів тому

    I miss all my animals 😢

    • @stevejacobson-thespreading7775
      @stevejacobson-thespreading7775 8 днів тому

      I am sorry for all of your losses, Tina. Sending love and compassionate thoughts to you and all of them. 💕💕💕

  • @TinaMontgomery-dq9sv
    @TinaMontgomery-dq9sv 9 днів тому

    How can I help

    • @stevejacobson-thespreading7775
      @stevejacobson-thespreading7775 8 днів тому

      You could subscribe at www.thespreadingloveproject.com, Tina, if you would like to help, and I will reach out to you to invite you into our private Facebook group... The Spreading Love Project Kindness Garden, if you would like. I would be honored to have you in our group! :)

  • @AtomicPhoenix66
    @AtomicPhoenix66 9 днів тому

    ❤❤❤

  • @AtomicPhoenix66
    @AtomicPhoenix66 9 днів тому

  • @brooklynnverastigue9884
    @brooklynnverastigue9884 11 днів тому

    I’ve known a lot of pets and l love them and I know that a few of them have passed away

    • @stevejacobson-thespreading7775
      @stevejacobson-thespreading7775 11 днів тому

      I'm sorry for your losses of your pets who have passed away, @brooklynnverastigue9884. Thank you for watching and commenting on our video! :)

  • @doggerspark
    @doggerspark 11 днів тому

    Thank You ❤❤❤

  • @SuperGerry2009
    @SuperGerry2009 11 днів тому

    Thank you Steve😍😍❤❤❤💯💯❤❤💯

  • @TraciCollins-b1z
    @TraciCollins-b1z 11 днів тому

    Goodmorning Lil joe, I need to see your dedication to start my day off. Inspiring song and dedication of love that all of us should learn to express and explore. Lil joe is just the one to teach us. Love u Lil joe.

    • @stevejacobson-thespreading7775
      @stevejacobson-thespreading7775 11 днів тому

      Good morning, Tracy. The love, compassion and kindness that you have in your heart is inspirational and touching. Thank you for being such a beautiful soul!

  • @chrisnanopoulos9905
    @chrisnanopoulos9905 12 днів тому

    This is heartbreaking. I’m dying here, watching this. I know that heartbreak much more than I ever wanted to.

    • @stevejacobson-thespreading7775
      @stevejacobson-thespreading7775 11 днів тому

      I'm sorry for your loss or losses, Chris. I understand how you feel. Thank you for your heartfelt comment. I really appreciate you taking the time to write.

  • @arunimaroy1584
    @arunimaroy1584 12 днів тому

    I never have had a pet in myself but I know how it feels to loose some one whom you love the most. Someone whom you knew of taking care of you with all your heart, animals are the one category of special people, who can be trusted even with your eyes closed and that is why I never ever had the courage of keeping as them going in Heaven will be the biggest depression of my life and after loosing my grandfather, this can NEVER be the 2nd most cause of depression. 😢😢

    • @stevejacobson-thespreading7775
      @stevejacobson-thespreading7775 11 днів тому

      I am so sorry to hear about your grandfather, @arunimaroy1584 . Please accept my heartfelt condolences. Thank you for taking the time to leave such a heartfelt comment. Sending love and warm thoughts to you.

  • @everettvanwinkle9004
    @everettvanwinkle9004 15 днів тому

    👍🏼👍🏼

  • @anthonylocke3366
    @anthonylocke3366 18 днів тому

    we had to put our girl dwn on 24th september,this year,she was suffering,we could ave been selfish and kept her alive,but we all agreed why turn a happy dog into a sad suffering dog,she was 12,it took me a week to build up courage to go around parents,not seeing her great me as she would,was tearing me apart,of course im not the only one in family to feel her impact alive and passed on,i am lookin forward to been reunited with her when its my time,love u loads little legs aka star

    • @stevejacobson-thespreading7775
      @stevejacobson-thespreading7775 12 днів тому

      I'm so sorry to hear that, Anthony. I know how hard it is to do that, and my heart goes out to you. So wonderful of you to have done the right thing like you did, instead of allowing her to suffer. That was a very kind deed, even though I know how difficult it is to make that decision. Sending lots of warm and compassionate thoughts to you, Anthony, during this difficult time for you.

    • @anthonylocke3366
      @anthonylocke3366 12 днів тому

      @@stevejacobson-thespreading7775 many thanks 👍

  • @TraciCollins-b1z
    @TraciCollins-b1z 18 днів тому

    So good to see you this morning Lil joe. I may not reach out to you everyday but you are never far from my heart and mine. Your video has inspired many of my new church family. Love u Lil joe.

    • @stevejacobson-thespreading7775
      @stevejacobson-thespreading7775 12 днів тому

      Thank you so much, Traci! Lovely to hear from you always! Thank you for sharing our video with your new church family... that means a lot to us, Traci! Sending love and best wishes to you. Steve and Little Jo!

  • @Sherry-q7j
    @Sherry-q7j 19 днів тому

    Bless u, and, ur broken heart ❤️💜❤️, I pray 🙏🙏😇😇🙏🙏 that some, day I will be with my beautiful daughter, Tinkerbell,, princess Tinkerbell I miss u soo much ❤❤❤❤

    • @stevejacobson-thespreading7775
      @stevejacobson-thespreading7775 12 днів тому

      I'm so sorry for your loss, Sherry, of Tinkerbell. I know just how you are feeling and I am so very sorry. Sending love and warm thoughts to you and Tinkerbell.

  • @stvrnhn
    @stvrnhn 20 днів тому

    What a lovely testament of love!

  • @noracanon8110
    @noracanon8110 21 день тому

    This made me cry, it reminded me of my father and his beloved dog for 17 years, when my father died this furfriend went on depression for a year and finally died and I do believe they're together again enjoying each company as they've been. I wish for the success of this project, beautiful one indeed. God bless us all.❤❤🙏🙏🙏

    • @stevejacobson-thespreading7775
      @stevejacobson-thespreading7775 19 днів тому

      Thank you so much for your best wishes, Nora... I really appreciate your support and encouragement! I'm sorry to hear about your father and his furfriend. And yes, as you stated so beautifully in your lovely comment, God bless us all. Thank you again, Nora.

  • @donnaallenmiller7880
    @donnaallenmiller7880 23 дні тому

    What incredibly touching, beautiful, heartfelt, and uplifting music/videos you are creating! It was no "accident" but truly an amazing example of serendipity that I found myself on UA-cam this morning looking for something to send to a friend. But, instead of what I'd initially been looking for . . . I found myself listening to/watching A MESSAGE FROM ALL PETS IN HEAVEN. What a BLESSED DAY for me, my pet-loving friends - and my dog, Belle! She, like many Sharpei, has anxiety disorder. Soon after adopting her, I discovered that leaving the TV on, just to have some sort of sound on whenever I have be away from my apartment, seems to comfort Belle. But now, I will BE LEAVING YOUR MUSIC ON FOR HER - so much nicer! I also play the piano/compose and teach/am a church pianist, so am gone part of most days. I am sure Belle will love having your serene and soothing music to hear when I'm not at home. Belle often lies beside the piano when I'm practicing or composing (I adore that!) so I really liked that one picture in the video showing Little Jo there in your studio. I've often shared the "Rainbow Bridge" poem when a friend's pet has passed, but even better, I now also have your beautiful music/videos to share . . . and we'll all be enjoying your other music as well in happy times. A MESSAGE FROM ALL PETS IN HEAVEN is beautiful. Thank you for creating what I know was not only a work of love and joy - but I know it is also a lot of work to bring to life a music video! Keep going!! With all that is happening in our world, music such as yours is so very greatly needed. I am glad you have found your calling and are on your journey - and know that you (are not just becoming but) ARE a famous musician! I'm sure Little Jo is so proud of his dad!!!!

    • @stevejacobson-thespreading7775
      @stevejacobson-thespreading7775 19 днів тому

      Thank you so very much for taking the time to write such beautiful and encouraging words to me in your comment, Donna! I have received thousands of comments from people, but yours just really touched me so deeply... thank you so much for all of those very kind words! Belle sounds lovely, and I love to think that she will be listening to my piano playing sometimes when you are not able to be with her. I am honored that you, a piano player yourself, have said such lovely things about my music. I look forward to creating and posting many more songs and videos in the future, and I feel very honored to know that you will and Belle will be watching and listening to them! Thank you again, Donna... from the bottom of my heart!!! Sending lots of love and warm wishes to you and Belle!!!

  • @mcmlxii4419
    @mcmlxii4419 24 дні тому

    I cried all the way through this song.

    • @stevejacobson-thespreading7775
      @stevejacobson-thespreading7775 23 дні тому

      Thank you for commenting and letting me know how my song touched you. I'm sorry for the loss or losses that you have experienced that caused you to cry when hearing it. It's always so sad when we have to say goodbye to our beloved little furry buddies. Much love to you for your loving heart, and thank you again for your comment. :)

    • @mcmlxii4419
      @mcmlxii4419 23 дні тому

      @@stevejacobson-thespreading7775 And thank you for the sad but lovely song.

  • @jamieegan-rr3ji
    @jamieegan-rr3ji 24 дні тому

    I miss my Little Buddy Spot every day. ❤

    • @stevejacobson-thespreading7775
      @stevejacobson-thespreading7775 23 дні тому

      I understand how you feel, Jamie. I'm very sorry for your loss of Buddy Spot. I'm sure Buddy Spot was very special! :)

  • @ChristinaBudge-McIvor
    @ChristinaBudge-McIvor 24 дні тому

    THIS IS JUST SO HEARTBREAKINGLY MAGNIFICENT. THE LOVE WE HAVE FOR OUR PETS IS THE STRONGEST EMOTION ONE CAN HAVE. HOW BLESSED WE HAVE BEEN TO HAVE THEM IN OUR LIVES & I KNOW WE WILL MEET THEM AGAIN IN HEAVEN. LITTLE JO IS JUST SO BEAUTIFUL. MY TEARS STARTED FROM THE VERY BEGINNING. THANK YOU STEVE & LITTLE JO FOR MAKING THIS VIDEO.

    • @stevejacobson-thespreading7775
      @stevejacobson-thespreading7775 23 дні тому

      Thank you so much for your really kind and lovely words Christina... I really appreciate all that you wrote in your comment very much! It makes me really happy to have been able to share the love that Little Jo and I shared, with people like you who appreciate the love that can exist between people and their pets. It's a really special bond that is such an indescribably beautiful experience, that I wish everyone in the world could experience! Thank you again for taking the time to write such a beautiful comment for me and Little Jo! Sending love and warm thoughts to you and your loved ones who you have obviously also shared this bond with also! :)

  • @maryt9704
    @maryt9704 25 днів тому

    We must remember the Good times they were a Gift to us our Angels on earth and now in Heaven ❤️🙏

    • @stevejacobson-thespreading7775
      @stevejacobson-thespreading7775 23 дні тому

      Yes, Mary... I agree with you. The good times were definitely a gift to us from them... so beautifully put! Thank you! :)

  • @CaraJohansson
    @CaraJohansson 26 днів тому

    Love it. Thanks. ♥

  • @CaraJohansson
    @CaraJohansson 26 днів тому

    Steve: your music is beautiful; kindness is as vital as oxygen ❣ My birthname is Jacobson; family from Norway, Sweden, to Minnesota, Alaska, I in Canada (BC). Be well, and rewarded. 😌🎶🎶🎶🇨🇦🎼

    • @stevejacobson-thespreading7775
      @stevejacobson-thespreading7775 23 дні тому

      Thank you so much, Cara! Yes, I agree with you... that's a lovely way of putting it, that kindness is as vital as oxygen! Thank you for your lovely comment, and for letting me know that your birth name is also Jacobson! Thank you for your kind words Cara... I really appreciate them! :)

  • @CaraJohansson
    @CaraJohansson 27 днів тому

    Feel for you. I lost my first dog when i was 6.....Mitsy......Still miss her.

    • @stevejacobson-thespreading7775
      @stevejacobson-thespreading7775 26 днів тому

      Thanks Cara. That's so sweet that you still think about and miss Missy... I think that is sdorable! I'm sure she was lovely!

  • @Sherry-q7j
    @Sherry-q7j 27 днів тому

    Ur pet's become ur beautiful family ! Ur everything to them, and they be give, us, true love 😘💕 love u can handle! But when they go, to me,it rip out, my journeys of everything, I am still crying and can't stop,its been,4 months snd 8, days, of pure hell oh God be I need a,lot of angel's definitely need a, singe, from my soul mate Tinkerbell baby girl!, The pain is unreal for me 😂❤!! Mommy is,gonna be at the rainbow 🌉🌈😇😇 o 🌉🌉 to be with you for , ever.miss u be so much

    • @stevejacobson-thespreading7775
      @stevejacobson-thespreading7775 26 днів тому

      I'm very sorry for your loss of Tinkerbell, Sherry. Please accept my heartfelt condolences. Sending lots of love and compassion and warm thoughts to you.

  • @stuartwilson3753
    @stuartwilson3753 27 днів тому

    Being a veteran firefighter of 30 years I'm embarrassed to say that this video filled my eyes with tears. Remembering my Billy . brought him up as a puppy. One man and his dog. My best friend for many years of affection, loyalty and my rock in bad times. And a privilege to share the endless funny stories and entertainment he gave. Stand down little buddy, rest well until we meet again.

    • @stevejacobson-thespreading7775
      @stevejacobson-thespreading7775 27 днів тому

      I'm very sorry about your Billy, Stuart... I understand how you feel. No embarrassment about tears... it's hard not to have them when it comes to our little four legged buddies! Billy sounds like he was an amazing little buddy for you for many years. Wishing you the best, Stuart. And thank you and sending blessings to you for your 30 years of brave service!!!

  • @graham5990
    @graham5990 28 днів тому

    I just had to put down my Aussie of 9 years in June and it's not any easier than it was back then. I'm single with no kids so he was my everything, my world and life still doesn't feel real without him. His name was Maverick and he was the best dog a man could have. I still have my female whom I love dearly and I got myself an 8 week old Border Collie pup who is amazing now at 5 months old (looks so much like the one in the video so this hits hard). Thank you

    • @stevejacobson-thespreading7775
      @stevejacobson-thespreading7775 27 днів тому

      I'm so sorry to hear that, Graham. I really understand how just how you feel... particularly with an Aussie because of how smart they are. He sounds like he was the most wonderful dog imaginable... that's how I felt about my Border Collie, Little Jo. I'm really sorry for your loss Graham. That's really wonderful that you still have your other dog, and congratulations on your amazing little 5 month old Border Collie now! That is wonderful! Where do you live if I may ask? It sounds like you live in a place where you have some open space for your dogs to run around, which must be wonderful?

  • @sydney.g.sloangammagee8181
    @sydney.g.sloangammagee8181 Місяць тому

    Oh . . . I couldn't get through this video without crying . . . but joyful tears . . . I'm going to have sooo many beloved pets to greet me when I get to heaven!!! Cats & Dogs, Cockatiels & hamsters, a few raccoons, a fox or two, an Owl, even aquarium fish & playful crabs . . . from the first dog who grabbed me by my diaper to not let me follow my siblings to catch the school bus, passles of cats who climbed all over me in the barn on cold winter days for my body heat to sleep, cats who comforted me when I was homesick the first time I moved away from home to start my own life, kittens I traveled back home with years later over a thousand miles, I made up a song about them & they would come to me when I sang to them . . . pets we had while raising our children, kittens playing in the middle of a country road, discovering they lived in a deep narrow hole beside the road, I caught each one of them, hissing & scampering back to that hole, "I'm not letting you go!" 1 had already been killed, but I saved 3, moving several times finding ways to tend to our pets through hardships, a flock of chickens & turkeys, numerous dogs of various breeds over the decades, thankful for their companionship, sharing tears over them as we buried each one of them. Overall, its better that we bury our beloved pets, rather than what may become of them after we are gone. I have photos, I remember many of their names - you made me think of them all & I give those I have now, an extra hug because they come to see why I'm crying . . . God made the world, the birds of the air & the fish of the seas, every crawling thing & all the beasts of the earth & livestock - then God said, "Who will care for my garden & my animals?" So He created mankind. All humans who go out of their way to torment, neglect & abuse animals is of the devil! All humans who love & care for animals is a child of God - He is calling to you to come to Him, seek Him & be with your beloved pets waiting for you in heaven throughout eternity. I earnestly PRAY for each & every one of you to seek God with all your heart, know that you are a sinner & ask for His forgiveness, for no one gets to the Father but through the Son, Jesus Christ, who shed His Blood on the cross to overcome the evil of the world, believe in Him whom raised from death to offer you the choice to live eternally, we have a human God, the one & only creator God, believe that God did all this so that you may live!!! Dear Father, touch every one who has a precious memory of a beloved pet waiting for them in heaven - those are only some of the treasures awaiting us in heaven - God is LOVE & LOVE never dies, none of Your children will be lost, Jesus promised You that & prayed for all of us throughout time who would believe in You & the Holy Spirit assures that it will be as Jesus said! By Your Word, God, in the name of Jesus, I pray. AMEN.

    • @stevejacobson-thespreading7775
      @stevejacobson-thespreading7775 29 днів тому

      Thank you for your very beautiful comment here, Sydney, and for your beautiful adoration, respect and love for animals, and for your beautiful soul!

    • @sydney.g.sloangammagee8181
      @sydney.g.sloangammagee8181 29 днів тому

      @@stevejacobson-thespreading7775 God bless your ministry! Jesus used the example of a child to make a point to all His disciples, that we must all become like children in our faith . . . animals are precious innocents, eager to forgive & accepting of even our worst faults & they do indeed have eternal souls - God didn't make cheap junk, He made things to last throughout eternity!!!

  • @sydney.g.sloangammagee8181
    @sydney.g.sloangammagee8181 Місяць тому

    Years ago . . . my husband was on his 2 week Army Reserve - kids & I surprised him by camping on base, we left our beloved pet with a trusted, animal lover friend who would take excellent care of him, we lived in the country & he lived in a small town 15 miles away, had visited often, knew him well & everywhere we went, our Sheltie, Jester, travelled with us. Upon returning home, my friend was already at our house, I was delighted to get my dog back so soon cause we had all missed him so much - however, my friend told me he had figured out a way to climb a 6 ft fence & had escaped the next day after we had left. He had been searching for him every day while we were gone & was at our house cause he had gotten a tip that one of our neighbors had seen him in the area. Jester knew our vehicle by sight, sound & smell - we drove around the area, up field roads & long driveways, most all our neighbors were aware of what we were doing & why. Throughout the rest of the summer, school started, school bus rides, Halloween . . . numerous sightings all over the area between our home & that town, saw him myself twice, but he ran away . . . at Thanksgiving I baked a turkey & carried it outside all around the property, leaving bits & pieces to help him remember us & to lead him to the house. My aunt had not heard about this, she immediately had us take hands in a circle & she PRAYED to God for our precious companion to be kept safe & to bring him home. That next Monday, I took a fresh flyer into a local gas stop & teller said she had seen that dog nearly every morning for several days & to talk to the lady in the house next door who has been leaving food out for him. I showed her a flyer & she said, "Yup, that's him alright. He eats my food & comes up to me, but he won't let me touch him & he looks pretty scruffy compared to that picture." I stopped by that area every day for a week & saw him several times, became familiar with his route, amazed he had not gotten run over . . . called to him, caused him to stop, look at me & listen, but he ran off each time, I couldn't get close enough for him to smell me, I left gloves, hats & mittens, t-shirts the kids had outgrown. Over the weekend, I waited for him, saw him coming across a field, when he popped around the corner of the building, he had 1 of our items in his mouth, so startled when he saw me, he dropped it to run off, but he stopped, I was hopeful, he darted back to grab that item again & he was gone. I shared my close encounter with the neighbor, she allowed me to set up a live trap in her yard, my dear friend eagerly bought one for me right then & there & showed me how it operated . . . I collected many of the items & put them all around the trap . . . 2-3 days of checking, the lady said he tried to get the food, but wouldn't go in, tried to grab at it from the side & jumped on top, it snapped shut & scared him, she was afraid he may never come back . . . then she called me at noon when I was at work, he was caught in the cage, very angry & hungry - she cautioned me that he is probably not the same family pet he used to be, maybe has rabies. I had the longest afternoon of my life to get through work, the vet we used was near where I worked, I updated him on the situation, he would keep him all day while I was at work to check him over, any day I wanted to drop him by . . .I tried not to speed, 20 mile drive seemed like hours . . . as I slowly walked closer, he was snarling & clawing to get out, he had spilt the water & food dishes, he stank & looked awful . . . but I was thrilled to see him, holding back my tears & excitement; when I got close, he stopped, hearing me talking to him, scooching around the cage so he could see & smell me up close, then he started yelping with excitement, clawing to get out again but not to run away this time . . . as I carried the cage to my car, he was licking my hands. . The whole 15 mile drive home he was pleading with me to let him out to come sit on my lap, telling me all about his travels over so many months . . . I was answering him, how much we all missed him, but we need to survive the drive home & besides, "You stink, Jester, you need a bath! - What? puppy wanna bath? Yeah, bath time!!!" When we got home, I took the entire cage into the bathroom & changed into grubby clothes, still clawing to get out of that cage, he was excited about a bath too, when I finally let him out, he was all over me, I had to get in the tub with him & he loved every minute of it, he loves playing with the towel while you dry him but just couldn't calm down to let me blow dry his belly. So, still damp, he heard the school bus, he heard the kids come into the home, he was howling & leaping at the door, my kids heard him too & rushed the door to let him out . . . Tasmanian Devil has nothing on our Jester - he was quick silver leaping on each of them, lick & on to the next, back to me, to each of them over & over, again & again . . . the kids started bringing out his toys & he followed each of them to their bedrooms, giving the whole house a thorough inspection. I had to get supper made, it was gonna be late . . . my husband came home & it started all over again . . . he followed each of the kids to bed, finally calming down for me to give him a brushing & better inspection, his paws were in bad shape, he had a couple injuries from some fight he had gotten into that had healed over, I cried in his missing fur & he licked my tears away . . . he followed us to bed, recognized his spot, but wouldn't settle down in it - I think he spent all night going from bedroom to bedroom, a circuit to make sure we were all right where we should be. It was tough to get through the rest of that work week until the weekend, leaving him every morning, afraid to open his access to his penned yard, I was willing to clean up any messes he made while we were gone - we moved all his toys to the basement & set up something he could get up on to see us come home through a window. By the weekend, our friend had come for a visit, they were delighted to see each other, brought my dear friend to tears, he had been feeling so guilty & was so relieved, we took him on a car ride, had to visit grandparents to show them he was home, he was such a spoiled boy & loved everybody all over again. He was finally relaxing to sleep next to us & he had fits in his dreams, running & pawing, yipping or growling, then jolt awake, look around, give everybody a lick & come snuggle down again - but every night, he paroled from room to room checking on everyone, sleeping during the day while we were at work. We had originally got him just before Christmas & now we had him back, just before Christmas - my son said, "our aunt surely whispers in God's ear!" We had that dog for years & moved twice . . . got him mated & gave our "pick of the litter" to our dear friend as a wedding gift for his wife, they named him, Teddy & he also had a long, well loved life, they miss Teddy as much as we miss Jester. Both have been gone for decades now, my kids are in their forties raising kids of their own, we've had other beloved dogs . . . but we all remember our beloved Jester!!!

  • @ArturoIslas-j2e
    @ArturoIslas-j2e Місяць тому

    Thanks a lot man. I Just lost my dear and beloved dog. I am totally broken. Your video is beautiful and made me remember with a lot of love to my Pet. I espect him to be happy and see him again when the time is right.

    • @stevejacobson-thespreading7775
      @stevejacobson-thespreading7775 29 днів тому

      I'm really sorry to hear that, Arturo.My heart goes out to you... I know how you must be feeling.It's a sad time when you lose a pet, but honestly it does get better over time. You will always love your dear beloved dog, but I promise you it won't feel as painful forever as it does right now. Sending love and compassion to you during this difficult time my friend.

    • @ArturoIslas-j2e
      @ArturoIslas-j2e 29 днів тому

      Thanks Steve.

  • @bryanczika7675
    @bryanczika7675 Місяць тому

    Amazingly beautiful right to the heart thank you little joe

    • @stevejacobson-thespreading7775
      @stevejacobson-thespreading7775 29 днів тому

      Thank you so much, Bryan. I'm really glad you liked it... hearing that makes me (AND Little Jo) happy!

  • @ReneeBaer-mc2pr
    @ReneeBaer-mc2pr Місяць тому

    We just said our goodbyes to our English Mastiff, Leo. It was sudden & too soon, kidney failure. We ask why, we ask how…was he sick & we didn’t see it? Or was he that sick & didn’t want us to know…until one day you were just so weak to go on…we now know you are not gone forever but just away….until ALL of us are together with the ones who have gone away too…we miss you terribly, we still cry cuz it hurts…but until we are together again just wait we’ll be there….💔

    • @stevejacobson-thespreading7775
      @stevejacobson-thespreading7775 28 днів тому

      I'm so sorry to hear that, Renee. I know how you must be feeling right now and my heart goes out to you. Sending you much love and compassion during this sad time.

  • @unnianitashagen6575
    @unnianitashagen6575 Місяць тому

    Lille hjertett mitt ruben

  • @unnianitashagen6575
    @unnianitashagen6575 Місяць тому

    Jeg så regnbuen i taket dager etter min hund hadde gått bort(ruben)også dukket opp på veggen åver stolen hans😢jeg vet du er her ❤❤

  • @jamieegan-rr3ji
    @jamieegan-rr3ji Місяць тому

    My Little Buddy Spot is at the bridge. When my time comes, I will find him and we will cross together. ❤ I make that promise to him each night before bed.

  • @GaryWilliams-f9w
    @GaryWilliams-f9w Місяць тому

    Well I AM sad and I want to kill myself because I can't live without Pinky

  • @GaryWilliams-f9w
    @GaryWilliams-f9w Місяць тому

    If my dog is in heaven then I want to die and be with her

    • @stevejacobson-thespreading7775
      @stevejacobson-thespreading7775 28 днів тому

      I'm sure your dog would like for you to enjoy the rest of your life first before coming to be with her, Gary. I'm sorry for your loss, though, and I think it is beautiful how much you obviously love and care for her. I hope that one day you will be able to be with her again.

  • @GaryWilliams-f9w
    @GaryWilliams-f9w Місяць тому

    Sorry but remembering the good time is not the same as having her with me right this minute

    • @stevejacobson-thespreading7775
      @stevejacobson-thespreading7775 29 днів тому

      I understand, Gary. I know that nothing can compare to that, but it is indeed the next best thing, I hope you will agree. It certainly is for me. I'm sorry for your loss my friend.

  • @LUCIACHIEN-GALVEZ-w8s
    @LUCIACHIEN-GALVEZ-w8s Місяць тому

    ❤🐾🐾🙏🌉🌻💃🐎🙏

  • @FranklinNewhart
    @FranklinNewhart Місяць тому

    Ralph is my Dog. He was always my Dog. He will always be my Dog. He is my dog right now. But I miss my Dog. I miss you Ralph.

    • @stevejacobson-thespreading7775
      @stevejacobson-thespreading7775 29 днів тому

      I'm sorry for your loss of Ralph, Franklin. I understand how you feel... I feel the same way about my Little Jo. Sending love and best wishes to you and Ralph.

  • @fitnessbrotherade2959
    @fitnessbrotherade2959 Місяць тому

    Nobody knows if there is something after death, it is only conjecture that we imagine, nobody has returned from the dead, NOBODY!!! 😢I wish there was something that would tell us if there is something after that.

    • @stevejacobson-thespreading7775
      @stevejacobson-thespreading7775 29 днів тому

      It is true that nobody knows. I'm not sure if it would be better if we knew. Although we can't know, it is my belief that there is something and that we and our loved ones (including our animals) continue to exist in some form that we cannot understand after our bodies die, and that gives me a sense of hope that we will perhaps be able to see them again, even if we cannot know exactly how.

  • @mcmlxii4419
    @mcmlxii4419 Місяць тому

    Your Little Jo was so beautiful! I am so sorry you lost your precious baby. I recently lost 2 cats, very close together, a boy and a girl. I miss them so much the pain is almost unbearable sometimes. I love them so much and I always will.

    • @stevejacobson-thespreading7775
      @stevejacobson-thespreading7775 29 днів тому

      Thank you so much. I am very sorry for your losses also. I do understand how you feel, and I send you lots of love and warm thoughts. It sounds like they were both very lucky to. have had you as a kitty parent! :)

    • @mcmlxii4419
      @mcmlxii4419 24 дні тому

      @@stevejacobson-thespreading7775 Thank you. I wish I could have been better, but I did the best I could. I certainly couldn't have loved them any more than I did. I hope we will be with them again someday.

  • @karagrace3221
    @karagrace3221 Місяць тому

    Thank you thank you thank you for this precious video!!❤❤❤

    • @stevejacobson-thespreading7775
      @stevejacobson-thespreading7775 29 днів тому

      Thank you so much for that lovely compliment... I am so glad that you liked it... that means so much to me to hear! :)

  • @steveharvey451
    @steveharvey451 Місяць тому

    Thank you and jo for helping in my journey through the grief...

    • @stevejacobson-thespreading7775
      @stevejacobson-thespreading7775 29 днів тому

      Thank you so much for saying that, Steve... I really appreciate hearing that, and I'm SO glad to hear that we were able to help you in some small way with your journey through the grief. I'm very sorry for your loss.

  • @l.rodriguez2509
    @l.rodriguez2509 Місяць тому

    Lost one of my dogs, Neo just three weeks ago, didn’t expect it. It’s like he just got sick overnight. It has been affecting me so much as he was my dads favorite, my dad passed 4/2023…i just have my mom, buried all my family and all of my closest friends. I have 5 rescue dogs and two cats but losing one leaves an immense void. I miss my Neo, they all have their own little quirks and personalities that set them apart. I haven’t been able to stop sobbing uncontrollably. I have however had the blessing of dreaming with all my beloved babies that have crossed the rainbow bridge. They look healthy full of life just as my dad and other family that have passed, they look like they’ve never been sick. I do pray and hope one day I’ll be with all of them when it’s my time. RIP Little Jo, RIP to everyone’s fue babies and to all my beloved babies, Michu, Phoenix, Iris, Macho, Sobe, Negra, Gordo, Cali, Blanca, Seven, Mimi, Blackie, Teddy, Chance, Jack, Smokey and my Neo. I love you. I miss you.

    • @stevejacobson-thespreading7775
      @stevejacobson-thespreading7775 28 днів тому

      I'm so sorry for all of your losses, @l.rodriguez. It is really beautiful that you have so many pets, but I understand how sad it is when you lose one of your loved ones. I'm so very sorry. Please accept my deepest condolences.

    • @l.rodriguez2509
      @l.rodriguez2509 28 днів тому

      @@stevejacobson-thespreading7775 thank you so much for that. 🙏🏼❤️

    • @l.rodriguez2509
      @l.rodriguez2509 28 днів тому

      @@stevejacobson-thespreading7775 in between the time i made that post and now, my Blackey passed on Thursday, and Willow had to be put to sleep bc of her acute leukemia just yesterday morning. In these last three weeks I have learned so many beautiful lessons that I’m sure most human beings never learn; I am eternally grateful & blessed that THEY found me and entrusted me with their lives until their last breath. ❤️