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Toni Noel posted a new activity comment 5 years, 3 months ago
Jill, Gizmo has only been gone since March, right? That’s not a long time for healing and I hope you will go easy on yourself. She was such a part of you and your life, your dearest friend in so many ways, I don’t find it unusual that you are still actively grieving. If you have been reading the comments of other community members here, you know some have had their beloveds pass unexpectedly, some in their sleep for no known reason, some shot….It’s one thing to have an old, ailing pet, and while it’s just heartbreaking to say goodbye and we grieve the loss, it’s understandable. But to lose them for no seeming reason leaves questions for us. Maybe those will never be resolved. Please share your feelings and thoughts here among friends who truly understand and care. I hope that helps you. I am sending you more HUGS. Toni -
Jill posted an update 5 years, 3 months ago
Hello
It’s not a while. Things are going well as expected. I think about my Gizmo a lot can’t get her out of my mind. I have had 3 counseling session’s not much from that yet. I have come up with my own diagnosis I think since I saw how she was going right in front of me. I will never find out how or why she passed. And that will haunt me till the end of my life. I want to know why and how. That is why I can’t let go of her. People still tell me to move on. I’m working on it. People just don’t see that.
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Jill, Gizmo has only been gone since March, right? That’s not a long time for healing and I hope you will go easy on yourself. She was such a part of you and your life, your dearest friend in so many ways, I don’t find it unusual that you are still actively grieving. If you have been reading the comments of other community members here, you know some have had their beloveds pass unexpectedly, some in their sleep for no known reason, some shot….It’s one thing to have an old, ailing pet, and while it’s just heartbreaking to say goodbye and we grieve the loss, it’s understandable. But to lose them for no seeming reason leaves questions for us. Maybe those will never be resolved. Please share your feelings and thoughts here among friends who truly understand and care. I hope that helps you. I am sending you more HUGS. Toni
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Debbie posted an update 5 years, 3 months ago
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Debbie, this is such a charming image. Thank you for sharing it with us. Who is this little beauty? Please tell us about your lives together. How are you doing, Debbie?
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This is my baby girl Cotton. I lost her12/21/19. My heart still hurts.She was my child. She had a wardrobe of clothes. I had her Mom and Dad also. I had her from the time she came into the world till she left it All 15 yrs of it. I still have my scaling moments. Ive been looking for a new one but l haven’t happened upon one yet. All in all lm blessed with my friends and family
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I hate autocorrect. SCAWLING not scaling lol
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Debbie, we don’t care about typos and auto-correct – it happens to most of us ;-). You and Cotton, and her parents, go way back – you lived important parts of life together and no doubt shared many ups and downs along the way. Of course you still feel bad from time to time. I hope the happy times are with you more, but I know how a simple little thing can trigger a well of emotional loss. I think we all have had that experience. Have you reached out to rescues to find another love? We seem to meet when it’s right for all and I hope you let us know when that happens for you. You are kind and generous to open your heart and home to another furry faithful friend. Sending you best wishes for that!
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Toni Noel posted a new activity comment 5 years, 3 months ago
Oh wow, Vivian – how touching and kind and lovely of you – and yes, you are right – we cannot “replace” a pet,, nor would we want to – but to open our hearts and homes to others with whom we can share love and kindness is so very uplifting ( for both), and healing, I am so happy you shared this and wonder if you will share some pictures of Ripley and Harlee with us? If not, that’s purrrrfectly okay …. we just like to know our furry friends better. You are one kind, caring person, and we are so glad to have you in our caring community. I look forward to hearing more 🙂 -
Vivian posted an update in the group
Celebrate 5 years, 3 months agoAfter I lost my 15&1/2 year old dog, I was devastated and depressed. Amazing how friends come through for you. I was given my new fur baby, a maltipoo I renamed Harlee. She has been a godsend! Although I will never forget Ripley, I see so much of him in Harlee which not only makes me laugh, but makes me all the more happy thinking he’s part of her. It may be hard to replace a beloved pet, there are so many pups waiting to find their forever home. Don’t wait, just do it!!
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Oh wow, Vivian – how touching and kind and lovely of you – and yes, you are right – we cannot “replace” a pet,, nor would we want to – but to open our hearts and homes to others with whom we can share love and kindness is so very uplifting ( for both), and healing, I am so happy you shared this and wonder if you will share some pictures of Ripley and Harlee with us? If not, that’s purrrrfectly okay …. we just like to know our furry friends better. You are one kind, caring person, and we are so glad to have you in our caring community. I look forward to hearing more 🙂
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Toni Noel posted an update 5 years, 3 months ago
@lacs70 Oh Lori, Patches is such a sweet name and makes me think your Patches had multiple colors? What kind of pet was Patches? Please share with us how you met, and some things about your lives together that are meaningful for you. How are you doing, Lori? Would you like to share some photos of Patches with us?
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Toni Noel posted a new activity comment 5 years, 3 months ago
No kidding Susan – I think of this a lot and am pretty sure my pets will always be better, kinder than I, but they certainly inspire my actions and attitudes. Thank you for sharing this reminder. -
Toni Noel posted an update 5 years, 3 months ago
@kimbit61 Hello Kimberly. Ranger is such a strong name. Will you tell us about your Ranger? I am sorry for your loss. Are you okay, Kimberly? Please share your pictures too if you like, and let us know how you are doing. 🙁 and hugs………
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Susan posted an update 5 years, 3 months ago
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No kidding Susan – I think of this a lot and am pretty sure my pets will always be better, kinder than I, but they certainly inspire my actions and attitudes. Thank you for sharing this reminder.
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Toni Noel posted a new activity comment 5 years, 3 months ago
Oh Shelley…..It hasn’t been long and still hurts so much. He is still the most adorable kitty, and I know everyone joins me in extending our deepest sympathy to you. I am so very sorry. …..Toni -
Shelley Drost posted an update 5 years, 3 months ago
Two weeks ago today my cat Waylon died in my arms..
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Oh Shelley…..It hasn’t been long and still hurts so much. He is still the most adorable kitty, and I know everyone joins me in extending our deepest sympathy to you. I am so very sorry. …..Toni
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How are you doing, Shelley?
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Shelley Drost posted an update 5 years, 3 months ago
I entered Buddy’s photo to contest and got chosen for it.
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Toni Noel posted a new activity comment 5 years, 3 months ago
What a loving and touching story, Dawn. Thank you for sharing this with us. Terrilynn said it very well and I hope it helps to know others care and understand. Pease let us know how you are coming along. -
Terrilynn posted a new activity comment 5 years, 3 months ago
HI Dawn, I am so sorry for your loss … One of my soul dogs, Isaac, also passed away in his sleep – while it was shocking and difficult, I believe that it was a “gift” from God as He knew that I would never be able to say goodbye to Isaac. I’ve had to let so many of my special fur babies go, and making that decision is so hard – the amount of pain of loosing them is awful, then to have to make THAT decision to say good bye just makes it that much more difficult. My thoughts and prayers are with you. -
Dawn posted a new activity comment 5 years, 3 months ago
Toni:
Thank you. I met Ginger at a Pet Smart on Mother’s Day 2010. There was a rescue there. I saw Ginger and we locked eyes. I knew I had to have her. They didn’t know how old she was. The lady said she rescued her from a Shelter in South Central L.A. as they were wheeling her to that dreadful ROOM! Thank goodness she did. Ginger was my soul dog. She was so sweet and everyone just loved her. The Vet thinks she was around 5 when I got her. She passed away May 7th. 2021. I had her for 10 years and 2 days. She passed away the Friday, of Mother’s Day weekend. She gave the best hugs, and was a wonderful dog. I miss her so much. 💔😥
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What a loving and touching story, Dawn. Thank you for sharing this with us. Terrilynn said it very well and I hope it helps to know others care and understand. Pease let us know how you are coming along.
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Toni Noel posted a new activity comment 5 years, 3 months ago
Tim, this is so very lovely, as is the special picture. Thank you for sharing this touching, heartening sentiment. There is much comfort in these words……….. -
mcd131 posted an update 5 years, 3 months ago
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mcd131 posted an update 5 years, 3 months ago
I stood by your bed last night, I came to have a peep.
I could see that you were crying…you found it hard to sleep.
I whined to you softly as you brushed away a tear.
“It’s me, I haven’t left you…I’m well, I’m fine, I’m here.”I was close to you at breakfast, I watched you pour the tea.
You were thinking of the many times, your hands reached down to me.
I was with you at the shops today, your arms were getting sore.
I longed to take your parcels, I wish I could do more.I was with you at my grave today, you tend it with such care.
I want to reassure you that I am not lying there.
I walked with you toward the house, as you fumbled for your key,
I gently put my paw on you. I smiled and said, “It’s me.”You looked so very tired, and sank into a chair.
I tried so hard to let you know that I was standing there.
It’s possible for me to be so near you every day.
To say to you with certainty, “I never went away.”You sat there very quietly, then smiled, I think you knew…
In the stillness of that evening, I was very close to you.
The day is over…I smile and watch you yawning
And say, “Goodnight, God bless, I’ll see you in the morning.”And when the time is right for you to cross the brief divide,
I’ll rush across to greet you and we will stand, side-by-side.
I have so many things to show you, there is so much for you to see.
Be patient, live your journey out…then come home to be with me.-Author Unknown
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Tim, this is so very lovely, as is the special picture. Thank you for sharing this touching, heartening sentiment. There is much comfort in these words………..
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Toni Noel posted a new activity comment 5 years, 3 months ago
I thought so:-). Good looking guy. How are you doing Tammy? -
Tammy posted a new activity comment 5 years, 3 months ago
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I thought so:-). Good looking guy. How are you doing Tammy?
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