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Little Bit O'Neil
January 4, 1995 - August 31, 2007
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I Get By With a Little Help From My Friends
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Remember that song?
I never really understood the meaning of it until now. I also understand the phrase, "What goes around,
comes around," in a positive sense.
Since I lost my best friend, my faithful companion, the light of my life and my heart, “Little Bit,”
emails and phone calls poured in mostly from people whom I've never met. Their written words and
hearing their tears over the phone have been so comforting, and what has gotten me through each passing
day.
Years ago, I helped a woman in FL named Sheryl, whom I knew only through the Internet, by suggesting a
medication for her dog. She had two more years full of love with her dog, Ditto. At the time, she wrote
to me saying, "I owe you a debt I can never repay."
Sheryl recently decided to repay me for her additional time with Ditto. She emailed many of our
friends, without my knowledge, and suggested that they all do "something" to honor the Heart of Little
Bit.
Thanks to the kindness and generosity of people around the world, The Little Bit Memorial Fund has been
established. No greater tribute could be paid to this gentle soul who gave so freely of himself in life
as a Pet Therapy Dog and as an Ambassador for blind and handicapped animals.
My vet, Dr. Theresa Cianciolo has sole discretion as the use of the fund, whether it be offering
medication or treatment for a handicapped animal at a discount, or to waive the cost of an office visit
for those who find themselves going through the same financial hardship I did and need a “Little Bit of
Help.”
To keep The Little Bit Memorial Fund alive, a percentage of the proceeds of my upcoming novel, Broken
Spokes, will be paid directly to Little Bit's fund. Soon, I will write the amazing story of Little
Bit's life, and how he reached across the world to touch the hearts of so many.
Little Bit's example in life shaped me into who I am today. I learned how to give, through him. He
taught me to continue to fight even when I thought I had nothing left to fight with. Little Bit showed
such kindness and compassion and because of that, I am able to share kindness and compassion with
others. His spirit and love was contagious, and forced me to grow and share his inspiration with
others.
Little Bit was my rock for 12 1/2 years, and my life is empty and sad without him by my side. In life,
Little Bit's determination proved to me that nothing...is impossible.
If you would like to donate to Little Bit's Memorial Fund, the donation information is as follows.
Kensington Bird and Animal Hospital (KBAH)
% The Little Bit Memorial Fund
977 Farmington Avenue
Kensington CT 06037
860-828-7736
Without Little Bit's example of pure love and unwavering spirit, I know I would not have the capacity
to give freely of myself to others, or to offer support and kindness where I can.
The pain of losing Little Bit is still blinding at times because he touched a part of my heart in a way
that no one else ever had. Knowing that his memory will live on through helping others is a start to
the healing process I have to go through. If you have a four-legged or two-legged member of the family
hug them now, for life changes in the blink of an eye.
I know it will take time, but until then, I'll hold tightly to the memory of the joy and laughter that
Little Bit brought to my life and to the lives of many.
Little Bit’s spirit will always live on through me.
Arlene and Angel Little Bit O’Neil |
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© Arlene R. O'Neil
All rights reserved.
September 2007
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