Gloria and Ken lost Molly in December to a very serious illness that was not determined. The Vet's and Gloria monitored Molly for four months trying to
determine exactly what Molly had but they were not able to do so. Molly is now showing all the other dogs the sport of Flyball on the other side of . . . . Rainbow Bridge.
This is so hard . . . . . I have waited to start this page because I could not face she was really gone but she is and we have to go on. Gloria and Molly helped Wendy and I to promote the sport of Flyball in the Brevard area and one of
the original dogs that started the 321 Lift Off Flyball Racing Team. Look at the above picture and tell me who has the biggest smile. . The picture speaks for itself. Mary K. Hartney, Captain/Co-Founder
We have a secret you and I . . . . . .
That no one else shall know.
For who but I can see you lie,
Each night, in fireglow?
And who but I can reach my hand
Before I go to bed.
And feel the living warmth of you
And touch your silken head?
And only I walk woodland Paths.
And see, ahead of me.
Your small form racing with the wind.
So young again, and free!
And only I can see you swim.
In every brook I pass . . .
And, when I call, no one but I
Can see the bending grass. . . . .
Author Unknown
I will never forget the day I received a phone call from Ms. Gunde at the local Humane Society. She told me there was a Border Collie that had been there for awhile that no one had shown any interest in. Her time was running out, did I know of anyone . . . .yes.I knew someone. So strange, but somehow I knew this was to be Gloria's dog. We tried all afternoon to reach her. Amazingly that afternoon there were others that took an interest in adopting her and I begged Ms.Gunde to wait til I found Gloria. I did not hear anymore til early evening, Gloria pulled up in my driveway. She got out of her car with Molly, her words were "I GOT HER." She stood in my driveway, Molly was worried, Gloria was worried but I knew right there and then that they were a team. We went out together to teach Molly hearing commands, I really remember going to
Wal Mart and alerting Molly to hearing anyone calling Gloria's name, we worked a lot on telephone alerts. We had many happy experiences, many Border Collie Parties, two television experiences, one at Universal Studios,
the other on location here on Merritt Island. And then there was Flyball......... well, how do you describe a perfect union between handler and dog? That was where the Gloria and Molly team was meant to be. Molly flew,Gloria flew with her every step of the way . WE all know the last few months of Molly's life, the blood test, the x-rays, the various Veterinarian appointments.The hope that the wonderful care that Gloria and Ken gave to her would somehow make everything better, the hope that we would see Molly fly again, effortlessly over the jumps . I knew that Molly was not responding to treatment, this was to be Molly's last day on earth. I knew that hanging in my garage was a bag of tennis balls, a week before I had to meant to give them to Mary for team practice. I called Gloria to ask her if she wanted me to be there, she re-sponded telling me that I was the one who found Molly for her, she did not want me to be upset. How much more caring can a friend be? I remembered the bag of tennis balls I called Mary with my thoughts, and she said to go ahead. When I got to Gloria's house that day, Molly was on the bed with Gloria and Ken, she was week, but she knew me. I got out of my pocket the tennis ball. I had written on it 321 LIFT OFF, WE LOVE YOU MOLLY. I gave it to her, she grabbed it and held on to it. The veterinarian arrived, she talked to Ken and Gloria , I played with Molly and the tennis ball, she did not let go of it. The injection was given, the tennis ball remained in Molly's mouth. She peacefully went to sleep, she knew we loved her, until she drew her last breath. I know the tennis ball was sent to Molly with love at the next Flyball Tournament, the dogs all carried it in her memory. What else can I say? Why are young lives cut short? Why do wonderful friends like Gloria have to suffer. I have no answers. As we are all friends of Molly and Gloria, all we can do is show the love we have for them both. Molly we will never forget you, every tennis ball is sent for you. Gloria, we love you, our hearts are broken for you, but please know that we will do all we can to help you smile again.
Always, Wendy Keighley - Co-Founder
Just seeing Gloria's eyes light up when her Molly would come to her after a Flyball run was special. Gloria's smile was always from ear to ear with love for her wonderful girl. Molly always greeted Gloria's friends with a kiss and a tail wag. Molly always had a special place in Kim's and my heart, we miss her and will never forget her. Ron and Kim Brautigam - Team Members
Cody and I were charter members of the 321 Flyball team along with Gloria and Molly. Their passion and enthusiasm for the sport was a role model for me. Gloria, your courage, kindness towards all, encouragement for everyone of your team mates, your energy and dedication to the team is an inspiration. You and Molly were a team to behold .......... I loved watching you together. You both are very special and we will remember you always.
Bryanne and Eddie Calvert - .Former Team Members
This is one of my favorite quotes: "If there are no dogs in heaven . . . I want to go where they did." Susan Marx - Team Member
Whenever I think of the ideal Flyball Dog, I always picture Molly. Seeing her at the instant of release will be forever etched in my memory. She and Gloria were responsible for Sandy and me joining 321 Lift Off, and the two of them will always represent the level to which we aspire.
David Jaehne, Team Member
September 20/21, 2003 Ketch This Tournament was Molly's Last Race
Kobi and I loved to watch Molly and Gloria work together as a team.. Kobi says he will strive to be fast like Molly she was his role model - We will miss
her! Christine Passamonte & Kobi- Team Member
Although I only knew Molly for a short time, she left a wonderful impression on me. The closeness you both shared was very evident and she was a beau-tiful and friendly dog. We all lose our beloved animals and weep for them, but just remember the joy and companionship they gave us are memories to cher-ish always Barbara Boka - Team Member
Heaven has a new Flyball STAR!!!!! Nancy Roy- Former Team Member
