Spirit Bridge
Just this side of heaven is a place called Rainbow Bridge.
When an animal dies that had been especially close to someone here, that pet goes to Rainbow Bridge.
There are meadows and hills for all of our special friends so they can run and play together.
There is plenty of food, water and sunshine, and our friends are warm and comfortable.
All the animals who had been ill and old are restored to health and vigor; those who were hurt or maimed are made whole and strong again, just as we remember them in our dreams of days and times gone by.
The animals are happy and content, except for one small thing; they each miss someone very special to them, who had to be left behind.
They all run and play together, but the day comes when one suddenly stops and looks into the distance. His bright eyes are intent; His eager body quivers. Suddenly he begins to run from the group, flying over the green grass, his legs carrying him faster and faster.
You have been spotted, and when you and your special friend finally meet, you cling together in joyous reunion, never to be parted again. The happy kisses rain upon your face; your hands again caress the beloved head, and you look once more into the trusting eyes of your pet, so long gone from your life but never absent from your heart.
Then you cross Rainbow Bridge together….
Author unknown…
Graphite, colored graphite, and colored pencil on bristol vellum. Original 11×14.
2009
Spirit Bridge belongs to the following groups:
Live, Love, Dream: Available for sale asGreeting Cards, Matted Prints, Laminated Prints, Mounted Prints and Framed Prints
WayoftheWarrior
Excellent work
Nori Bucci replied
Thank you so much Tony.
Magicat
This is just beautiful…both the image and the words :0)
Nori Bucci replied
Thank you very much for looking, and for your kind comments!
Richard Barry
So this is what you’ve been up to!!! Wonderful image!
I love the colours in this Nori. Great work indeed :)
Nori Bucci replied
Thanks so much Richard!!! I have been up to drawing a few things actually, and I’m afraid I’ve neglected all my friends here at RB. I’ve really got lots of catching up to do!
Thanks again Richard!
Joseph Barbara
Excellent work Nori, and such an emotional write up to go with it.
Nori Bucci replied
Thank you Joseph….I first read the Rainbow Bridge years ago when I lost a beloved pet, and have wanted to do a drawing around it ever since.
Thanks so much again Joseph, so glad you like this.
Sande Elkins
Incredible work, Nori!! It is beautiful and moving…I have many friends on the other side of the rainbow bridge. This is such an amazing work of art.
Nori Bucci replied
Thank you very much Sande!!! Yes, many beloved pets reside at the Rainbow Bridge and I believe they truly are there waiting. I still get very teary when I read the poem myself! :)
richiedean
Superb pencilwork Nori, truly amazing patience and skill …......
I hope those words are true, I have a couple of furry friends I wouldnt mind meeting again …..... :))
Nori Bucci replied
Thanks so much Richie! I sure hope it’s true as well. I think our memories of loved ones and loved pets are a reminder that they are somewhere :) So glad you like this Richie, thanks again.
DApixara
I love all your stuff, this one is awesome!
Nori Bucci replied
Wow, thank you so much!!! So glad you like this!
Debra Willis
Out standing .you did a wounderful job on this
Nori Bucci replied
Thank you Debra for your kind comments!
rodsfotos
This is so beautiful Nori and the story behind your artwork is a dream I would pray was ahead for all loved animals, pets and their devoted owners, beautiful work,
Regards, Rod.
Nori Bucci replied
Thank you so much Rod for your kind words…so glad you stopped by my friend.
Squealia
Beautifully done Nori, super work
Nori Bucci replied
Thanks so much!!!
Bruce Engelhart
Great work Nori, absolutely beautiful, I love it!!!
Nori Bucci replied
Thanks Bruce…........love that profile pic!!!!! :))
Dan Shalloe
This is truly lovely, Nori. Touching and sensitive. The composition is extraordinarily well-balanced, but what really impresses me is the sense of texture in the hair and fur. My compliments.
kaycheree
Your visual image created from the Rainbow Bridge is an absolute work of art! Very fitting & great piece. Love it. It all hit a chord in my soul as I lost a beloved pet of 17yrs last year. Keep up the good work!!
Nori Bucci replied
Thank you so much. I certainly know how difficult it is to lose a pet, and I hope you’ve found comfort in the Rainbow Bridge poem….I know I have :) I’m so glad this drawing hit a chord with you, thank you so much again for your kind words…
Colin Cartwright
A beautiful drawing, Nori!
And a fine concept. We all have furry rogues, we want to be running in the wind with!!!
Maybe wishful thinking? An unattainable dream? or perhaps a lovely surprise one day, when we shed these painful bodies.
Nori Bucci replied
Thank you so much Colin. I very much appreciate your taking the time to write your thoughts. :)
danita clark
Thanks you for sharing the poem. Your artwork is beautiful .
Nori Bucci replied
Thank you so much for your kind comments Danita!!! It is such a comforting poem, isn’t it?!
jdmphotography
This is really really stunning your work is lovely !
Nori Bucci replied
Thank you so much for your wonderful comments!
Margaret Harris
Love your composition !...Love your work!
Nori Bucci replied
Many, many thanks Margaret, I appreciate your kind compliments very much!
brian pendrey
stunning artistic work
Nori Bucci replied
Thank you for your very kind comments Brian…I appreciate it so much :)
Lover1969
I see the resemblance of that photo I uploaded. They do look very familiar. So glad I could give you happy tears!
This is so beautiful and I loved the poem!
Nori Bucci replied
Thank you so much for stopping by and for your wonderful compliments, I appreciate it very much!
Emmahleee
This is a very outstanding piece Nori.
Well done
Nori Bucci replied
Thank you very very much!!!
DanaMS
I must’ve missed that when you posted that and I’ve seen it in your video.. beautiful work!
Nori Bucci replied
Thank you kindly Dana, and for the fave…I appreciate it very much!
Ian More
This is brilliant Nori…..now how about keeping in touch :-)
Nori Bucci replied
I know Ian….please don’t be ticked-off at me :)) I’m probably trying to do too much these days, and you know what they say about all work and no play! lol….I’ll email you very soon my friend, and thank you for your kind comments on my work!
Rick Todaro
Wonderful Work Nori ! The beautiful drawing & words a perfect marriage .. You Have a real depth of talent… kudo’s
Nori Bucci replied
Thank you very much Rick, I appreciate your kind words so much. So nice to see you!!!
Amber Elizabet...
Beautiful Work Fantastic !!!
Nori Bucci replied
Thank you so much Amber! I truly appreciate that!
BobJohnson
Hi Nori,
I’m writing through my tears, you got me really good,, Some how I knew that Trix, Lady, Spunky, Mancha & I would have a reunion, you described it perfectly. Thank you so much for sharing your wonderful work.
Bob
Nori Bucci replied
Bob, thank you so much for sharing your thoughts with me. I feel the same about all of our beloved pets and it’s so nice to meet someone who has the same loving heart for them. I did find myself tearing up often while drawing this, so it was tough at times. So glad this touched you.
Thanks again for stopping by and for your wonderful compliments.
Nancy Chambers
This is beautiful! The words match so perfectly. :)
Nori Bucci replied
Thank you very very much Nancy…so glad you like this, and so nice to meet you!
Antanas
lovely work
Nori Bucci replied
Thank you, Antanas, for stopping by and for your kind comment!
Rosemaree
THis is sucl a beautiful image…
Nori Bucci replied
Thank you very very much Rosemaree!
rain-dogs
a wonderful story …..ive not heard of the rainbow bridge before but having a connection to animals is such a great thing and your artwork here fits this perfectly…......cheers
Nori Bucci replied
Thank you so much rain-dogs!!!....it’s nice to meet others who have strong connections with animals as I do :) So happy you stopped by…
ElYPares
Love the delicate colors in this.
Nori Bucci replied
Thank you so much, I truly appreciate it!
Joyce Dickens,...
Nori, I love your beautiful and vibrant writing as well as your incredible Artwork – this is absolutely incredible!!! :-)) XX JD
Nori Bucci replied
Thank you so very much Joyce, your kind comments mean the world to me! :)
dmarie
beautiful piece of work. Love it :-)
Nori Bucci replied
Thank you so kindly dmarie…I truly appreciate your kind comments!
Jason Connolly
A fabulous piece of work Nori, very good indeed.
Nori Bucci replied
Thank you Jason….I appreciate so much that you stopped by!!!
Ming Myaskovsky
This is flawless and beautiful, I love the emotion you painted into this piece.
Nori Bucci replied
Thank you so much Ming!!! Your comments mean very much to me.. :)
WayoftheWarrior
I had to come back here I lost mine a few weeks ago and was missing him today and these words brought me some comfort and closure
Nori Bucci replied
I’m so, so sorry to hear that Tony….it is the worst thing to lose a beloved pet, my friend. I truly hope these words have helped you through, and believing will help ease the pain. Thank you for stopping by Tony…
lefty1
This is so touching and so very beautiful, thanks for sharing the infirmation Nori!
Nori Bucci replied
Thank you for your wonderful comment John, so glad you stopped by for a visit!
SlayerX
cool art
Nori Bucci replied
Thanks so much, I really appreciate that! :)
Shoaib .
amazing artwork .. this is so awesome
Nori Bucci replied
Wow, thank you so much Shoaib, that is so kind of you.
Tibby Steedly
Nori, this is so touching, beautiful and magical all at the same time. And a favorite for me. I love the story of the Rainbow Bridge and know we will see our furry loved ones again!
Nori Bucci replied
Thank you so much for your kind compliments Tibby, it’s good to know fellow animal lovers, and those who believe in the rainbow bridge! :) So happy you stopped by my friend, thanks again!
Jeff Palm Phot...
this is incredible! I am in awe!!
Nori Bucci replied
Jeffrey, thank you so much, I’m honored by your kind words…
Jeff Palm Phot...
My pleasure, by teh way the first image of mine that you commented on is Rainbow Falls in Watkins Glen NY.
Nori Bucci replied
Yes, I’ve actually never been there…can you believe that??? :) It’s practically in my own back yard.. Ha! I guess it’s pretty obvious that I haven’t traveled much, but that is certainly on the top of my list of places to see…
brendanscully
Well done – the energy of love past never leaves you. My German Shepherd, Jess, is never far from my thoughts…even though its been 8 years..
Nori Bucci replied
Thank you so much for your kind comments!!! You’re so right, their memory and energy never leaves you. So happy you stopped by!
Cee Neuner
WOW. Your work is absolutely gorgeous!!! What a wonderful story and your spirit is grand.
Nori Bucci replied
Thank you so kindly Cee, I truly appreciate your lovely comments, and am so happy you stopped by! Nice to meet you :)
JUSTART
wonderful
Nori Bucci replied
Thank you very much, I really appreciate your kind comments!
Karen Hull
Creative and beautiful – gorgeous composition – I love it!!!!
Nori Bucci replied
Karen, thank you so much!!! I’m so happy and honored to know that you like this :)
Ginny York
Beautiful work Nori! I have read The Rainbow Bridge before, but no matter how many times I read it, it still brings a tear to my eyes. I love your work that goes along with it. I will have many waiting for me. So many are so special and are missed so much.
Diana-Lee Saville
No wordscan describe what I felt when I read this and saw this artwork. Thankyou :)
Nori Bucci replied 19 days ago
Diana, thank you so kindly for your wonderful comment. I’m truly humbled to know that this has touched your heart…
Dave Butcher
A beautiful picture with lovely prose . Your work inspires me. I am definitely a fan
Nori Bucci replied 19 days ago
Dave, thank you very, very much. I’m incredibly grateful to know this has inspired you.
Kristina K
i believe all my animals that have passed are at rainbow bridge, very lovely words to go with your stunning work :)) k
Nori Bucci replied 19 days ago
Thank you so kindly, Kristina, it’s nice to meet others who believe!!!
stan smith
many thanks Nori Bucci
Nori Bucci replied 19 days ago
Many thanks to you as well, my friend.
Obadiah-Qi 19 days ago
I don’t know you my dear and yet isn’t it funny how I just know you’re an amazing woman.
Nori Bucci replied 19 days ago
:) Thank you so much for your very kind comment, Obadiah….that’s one of the nicest compliments I’ve ever received.
vigor 17 days ago
I recently joined this group. We all have furry little loved ones that are gone, but this description is only one that I can hope for. I’ll have several pets watiing for me in that case!
Nori Bucci replied 17 days ago
Thank you, Vivian, for your kind comments. I have much hope for this, too, and am sure that they’re waiting there for us! :) So nice to meet you and hope to see you alot here at RB. Thanks again for stopping by!