I go back to work today, which will help Dasher with routine, I never thought Dash would be so supportive through this past week....She is very sensitive to my emotions, got me through chemo and radiation 5 yrs ago, funny little girl she is, wouldn't leave my side, sensed all I was going through and new something wasn't right..And now I see she's a little bit confused as to why its just her and I...Thank you for being here for us...Another day gone by and your support and just being here is helping..Its a comfort I know I can come here and speak with the people whom have a heart..Thank you Judith and Dasher

try and have somewhat of a good day. the good thing is that work distracts us from thinking and thinking and over thinking. on the otherhand coming home is really hard. for me it was what made it real for: fred was really gone. i know what you mean about dash. when riley passed, fred was, although going thru his own emotions of wondering where his buddy was and dealing with his own sadness, my life saver. he never left my side. he comforted me. he was my shadow… and then he was gone too. remember that grieving is a slow process and when you are having a rough time, come here and write it down. writing is healing. i believe that.
i continue to pray for you, that your heart heals.
patricia

Dear Judith
I'm glad you've got Dasher to help you. It's hard seeing our loved ones confused & seemingly unable to communicate to them whats happened.
I hope work is ok for you.
You & Dasher are in my prayers.
elaine

I hope that going back to work helped occupy your mind. May you feel better soon.

Ken

Hi petmum, Survived the week of work, Dasher is doing better, for me the loss is still on a high level...The crying has slowed which tels me I'm ajusting to this major change in my life...Thank you for tyour responses to all the posts I placed..Time is helping the loss and emptiness will always be there...Adjustment is the word, something I just didn't wish to do..Thank you and a hug too you

Thanks for the healing words, all of the other souls that have paw prints on them out here, have helped with the healing..Thank you for your heartfelt words..Judith

Patricia, I want to thank you for being here, It helps to know someone out there understands what Dash and I are going through..She's better she caught 2 mice this week so I know some of her time is occupied at home when I'm not there..She and I are better, time is helping, tears are slowing down, the grief is still and always will be there...Never going through this in my life, has made me realize as too why I'm so over whelmed...Thank you for your paw print soul...Judith

Judith,

I hope that work is helping. I'm so sorry for your recent loss. Had to let my boy go on July 6 this year. Don't know what your hobbies are, but they are a small help to me when I find myself crying because I saw something that evokes strong memories of him. You are blessed to have another animal companion with you. The lonliness is the hardest part for me. My boy was like a puppy in a cat suit, following me around my small place. I pray that your other companion will help your heart heal more quickly.


Regards,

Albert

Hello albert, Its 30 days today and the loss of my Dancer is still great, tears still roll and emptiness is strong in my heart... Yes, I am fortunate to have Dancer's buddy dasher to comfort me, she try's yet she still seeks her friend..She still is going to Dancer's hang out in the yard, which breaks my heart all over again...We were a tight little family,,,Getting another buddy for Dasher is out of the question, we aren't ready, nor do I ever think I should..Dash has behavioral issues, pees on men's clothing if left on the floor..You gotta laugh sometimes, I believe she is leaving her scent on them..Who knows, she hasn't peed on anything in a long time...I'm sorry for your recent loss (hugs to you) your heart is broken time will help to mend the scar, for I know I'll never heal completly..I often thought, Dancer thought I gave birth to her..I have paw prints in my soul that are there forever..Remember the good times you 2 had...Remember you chose her too give yourself too..How fortunate you both were and are to have had each other..This is what helps me through my days that are very long....Thank you for being here.. For I'm here for you as well...Take the time YOU need and do as you need too..Peace and hugs Judith

how are you doing? remember to take it a minute at a time. my fred passed (after 14 years) about 4 months ago and although i thought my healing was progressing, i had a set back last week. i missed him so much every part of my being hurt. i thought i was done crying but found out i had a fresh new batch of tears. hug dash extra hard and love her even more. thats what ive been doing. i give my little lucy extra bear hugs and kisses.
im sorry youre in so much pain. just remember that its ok to cry and be sad. they were our best friends for so long. weeks and months couldnt possibly take away the hurt that we feel. lets just try and imagine that they are happy and healthy now. playing with so many new friends. perhaps that can carry us thru another day.
you are in my prayers.
patricia

Im sorry judith , i know how some days can be tough believe me and i know its not easy,i know what you mean on how you have to adjust to this now and its also not easy.time goes on but not quite the same as before and thats the thing that is so hard,i hope that as each day passes it doesn't hurt as much,nknow that its not a certain time to move on from all this ,they where such a big part of our lifes our pets and when they leave it hurts so much ,but talking here does help and thats great that dasher is there for you now ,cats are very smart she knows how you feel i belive ,hope that going back to work did help a little,take care and be well and i hope you feel better also patricia,i know what you mean on how the tears come back again a constant thing that we have to go trough with this,some days it just hits again, i know the feeling ,hope it doesn't last too long and you can feel a bit better again ,be well and thanks