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I still can't believe my baby boys been gone for 6 months. It could've been yesterday: the pain so fresh.
I think about you all the time my love and all the brave Tripawds before and after you. I left the apartment because there were too many memories but you will never leave my heart and my mind. I really can't wait to see you again. Please meet all the Tripawds at the bridge because Rotties are so big and strong they may need a good friend. You were and always will be my best friend. I love you my little bear!
Mommy and Belly
((((hugs)))) Six months is still very early in this process... I am over 2 years now and I feel less raw all the time. Sometimes I have guilt for not grieving as hard but I know Shelby would want me to be happy. And Zeus would want the same for you!!! Zeus is always with you... that is the beautiful thing .. doesn't matter what space ... they are always in our heart so they follow us .... I hope you find some peace in knowing that Zeus's big heart and soul is shining brightly for you!
Hugs and love,
ALison with Spirit Shelby in her heart
Shelby Lynne; Jack Russell/Shiba Inu mix. Proud member of the April Angels of 2014.
October 15, 2000 to April 8, 2014
Our story: Broke rear leg in June 2013 - non-conclusive results for cancer so leg was plated and pinned. Enlarged spleen in September 2013 and had it removed and was diagnosed with Hemangiosarcoma and started chemotherapy. Became a Tripawd January 8th, 2014 and definitive Hemangiosarcoma diagnosis. Three major surgeries in 7 months and Shelby took them all like a champ only to lose her battle to cancer in her brain. We had 8 amazing extra months together and no regrets. #shelbystrong #loveofmylife
Awww....wish we could all be with you right now and wrap you up in a blanket of tripawd hugs. I started tearing up as soon as I saw your title, knowing the hurt and sadness are all still so raw. I also k ew I would smile through the tears because I would get to see Baby Zeus's adorable picture again.
Has Zeus sent you any signs yet? Sometimes when the grief is so fresh we ignore the signs they are sending us. So make sure you are paying attention because I KNOW Zeus is connecting with you! I know it!!
You never can really loose what's never left you. Zeus has never left you and never will. Your love for Zeus and his for you is so strong and so pure,he is part of you FOREVER! Alison knows this to be true. I know this to be true. All of us who have been where you are know this to be true...because it is! NOTHING can break the bond you and Zeus have. His youthful, playful energy and happy smile is within yoh always.
You know sometimes how your heart will sorta' "flutter" or skip a beat? Ohhhh yeah! That's Zeus rolling around on his back giving himself a good scratch, just like he always did!
We know this is not easy. We also know that, as hard as the grief is, if it meant we would never have had our dogs and cats in our lives, we would sign up everytime. All the good times will continue to come through...it takes a long time, but they are there must waiting to be the next flutter in your heartbeat.
Please share more of sweet Zeus.......we are ALWAYS your family and you and Zeus ours.
With love
Sally and My Chunky Spiritual Being Happy Hannah and Merry Myrtle and Frankie
Happy Hannah had a glorious additional bonus time of over one yr & two months after amp for osteo! She made me laugh everyday! Joined April's Angels after send off meal of steak, ice cream, M&Ms & deer poop!
Ohhh I agree, six months isn't long at all. It's important to honor your grief and allow yourself to feel what you need to at this time. And we are here to be your pillar of support OK? Anyone who's lost a beloved animal knows what you're feeling, we totally get it.
Sending lots of hugs your way. xoxo
Tripawds Founders Jim and Rene
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So agree with everyone, prior to Patchy's cancer we lost his sweet daddy teddy bear on December 28th of last year to bone cancer. I have had many sweet babies but he and I were truly soul mates. He knew what I was thinking and he was always with me. Some of the experiences we had make me shake my had because our bond was so deep. Though he has been gone for a little more than 7 months, the other day I was overcome with grief again
the deep sobs and rivers of tears were just as if I had said good bye to him that moment. I do believe the grieving is healing though and I allow myself to feel those deep feelings of loss. I also believe he is here with me and feel his presence in many ways, he usually comes in my dreams and in those dreams he is always happy so I take that as he is saying I am ok now.
I can't wait to see him again someday but I know that he is a better place even though I have a huge emptiness in my heart. To love a dog brings such joy but also comes with deep emotional cost
Enjoy the memories of your sweet baby Zeus and know that he is with you always.
Wishing you happy memories and comfort as you miss him. Lots of hugs and love from Summer and Patchy
I really believe dreams are one of the strongest ways our Spirit Beings get through to us with their truth of their existence now. They show us that in our dream state because we can't "interfere with tbeir message when we're in that altered state of openness.
Happy Hannah had a glorious additional bonus time of over one yr & two months after amp for osteo! She made me laugh everyday! Joined April's Angels after send off meal of steak, ice cream, M&Ms & deer poop!
I've been thinking about you so much Deb lately and wondered how you were getting on. I too still have times of waves of grief for both Max & Ollie. But Bob, Riley & I keep marching on cause we must. I've started taking Riley to pet smart and the dog park to get him more stimulation and doggie interaction since both Max & Ollie are gone. I know he was hurting too. Have been wondering how Bella is doing too since her surgery and the loss of Zeus. Remember grief has no time limit it takes as long as it takes. Both Max & Ollie each sent me a cardinal bird as their sign they are ok. Probably was a hubby & wife cardinals but I took it to mean they were both ok and together. Hugs and much love Deb you know we're always going to be here for you! We get it and you're not ever alone.
XXXOOOO
Linda, Riley & Spirits Mighty Max & Ollie
Thanks each and everyone of you! I always think about you and your precious losses. Has hard as it is I think that I'm so lucky to have you! I wish I could hug everyone and be there for you too. Belle is good Linda. I had her blood work done again a month ago and the vet said she's cancer free. Sal, Alison, Linda you ladies are always the first to jump in with encouragement. Thanks Jerry and Summer and Patchy. I so appreciate it and I'm sure Zeus is happy mommy is not alone. I will try to stay on again. I moved and have been trying to fill this huge hole in my heart. I love you all to pieces and thank God for you!
Deb and Belle
xo
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