Is this the right thing to do? I think so. My boyfriend and I will do a romantic getaway on the weekend of the one year mark of Luba's passing (June 5th). Falkor will be looked after (spoiled) by my mother.

At first I hesitated, but I think that I want to honour my dear "Little Dog" by enjoying myself on that weekend.

I think she'd be happy that her momma is having fun again.

I think that you should go and have a wonderful time. Luba's spirit will be dancing around you with happiness!!

Kim

Steph,

IMHO, it's the right thing to do!

Lynn

Steph,

I think that's a wonderful idea! What a great way to celebrate Luba's life. I'm sure she will be thrilled to see you having fun

Kristie

I concurr! I think it will give you something to look forward to, instead of potentially sitting around and being sad. (Not that you won't be sad one some levels, but you know what I mean.)

Oh Steph. I think that would be a wonderful way to honor the memory of your precious Luba. Your darling girl knows what a heavy burden you have carried and will be so happy you are going to have a romantic get away. She will be there wagging her tail and smiling at her Mama she loved and loves so much. I think it will be wonderful for you to go and get refreshed and enjoy yourself. I wish many blessing for you when you embark upon this adventure. Just don't stay to long when you go in June, I will miss you.
Love, Ann

If there is one thing I know about border collies, they want their people to be happy. Luba will be so pleased that you have honored her this way.

I know that Luba would want you to totally enjoy yourself! What a great way to honor her spirit!

Thanks for the support on this everyone. I am really glad that life is becoming enjoyable again.

I'm obsessing the Falkor will die if I go away, but I can't let fears like that run my life. He will go when it is his time. I hope it won't be for a long time, but I can't live in continual fear.

Steph,

I know exactly how you're feeling about Falkor. Since Shiloh died, I find my self obsessing about the well being of all my other furbabies. I think not living in continual fear is very good advice. Thanks.

Kathleen, I think it's a really common thing that we are experiencing.

When I was at the vet's with Falkor the last time I told him that I was obsessing over Falkor suddenly "dropping" just like Luba.
The vet said. "It's understandable that you feel like that, but one shouldn't live ones life like that." I sighed and responded: "I know one "SHOULDN'T", but one "DOES" after an experience like Luba. The vet smiled sadly and nodded, saying "Yes, I understand."

I guess what I got out of that was to TRY and not obsess. Falkor's time will seem too early for me no matter when it happens.

It's so hard not to though. I'm sure you understand what I mean...