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9:51 am
28 November 2008
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Trouble's journey continues as we embrace the 27th ampuversary. How very far we have come. How very fortunate we are.
I often wonder why we have been blessed with so much time, and now I think I know. Her journey is one of hope and guidance for the ones who will follow. Her journey is to remind all that statistics are only numbers, that some will fall below and some will rise above.
Her journey has truly taught me to live one day at a time, to be thankful for what we are given. To acknowledge our blessings. The first lesson was by far the hardest for me, a human, to learn. We were well into the one year mark before I could relax and take what the day brought and to deal with it whether it was good or bad. The second lesson was an easy one, for who could not look at that beautiful little face and not be thankful to have one more day with her. Acknowledging my blessings is an ongoing process. Sometimes humans aren't aware of how truly blessed we are. But for today, I wish to acknowledge the blessings of the many friends I've found along the way at Tripawds. I remain email friends with some who were here in the beginning, but faded away after their fur kids went to the Rainbow, and I have wonderful ongoing friendships that check on me frequently, and I know there is always someone on the forum if I need an instant boost.
Trouble began her Adequan injections yesterday. We are optimistic it will bring her creeking old joints relief. I haven't decided on a great treat to celebrate, but I think there is one special biscuit left from a gift Fortis sent. That would be an appropriate treat as we celebrate our many friends along this journey.
Shanna & Spirit Trouble ~ Trouble gained her wings 3/16/2011, a 27 1/2 month cancer survivor, tail wagging. RIP sweetheart, you are my heart and soul. Run free at Rainbow Bridge.
The November Five - Spirits Max, Cherry, Tika, Trouble & Nova. 11/2008 - 3/2013 An era ends as Queen Nova crossed the Bridge.
9:53 am
28 November 2008
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.... and speaking of ongoing frienships - Trouble received this email for her ampuversary celebration...
Email from Spirit Cherry to Trouble
Trouble,
Happy 27 Month Ampuversary! WOW! That's like 2¼ years. What a great milestone! You and Nova are leading the way by example of how to kick that nasty cancer and enjoy life. We know just how hard you, and your Mom and Dad have worked to reach this milestone, but this hard work is paying off. Realizing that there are many ups and downs in this journey, we are so very glad that you are there to experience each and every one of these days. We are here to celebrate your good days and support you on your down days. My Mom and Dad will be celebrating with Green Beans and Ice Cream on your day - also their first day on Maui for this trip. So, Extra Hugs, Extra Wagon Rides around the perimeter, Extra Treats, and both Green Beans and Ice Cream. You deserve each and every one.
I am very busy here trying to help Dad with Chloe and her separation anxiety. Allie is also trying to help Kara settle. Kara is all puppy now and is wearing out Allie. Max is trying to help settle Bernie Bin Laden into a controlled tornado of energy. It is really wearing out Max, but there is still hope! Of course, Jerry has been at this for quite a while with Wyatt Rae, but that too is taking a lot of Jerry's energy. So while we, and so many more of the tripawds, will be here to greet you when that time comes, we are very busy now and think that you should continue to say with your Mom and Dad (and Duke) for another two or three years.
Wishing you many more ampuversaries,
Spirit Cherry
Shanna & Spirit Trouble ~ Trouble gained her wings 3/16/2011, a 27 1/2 month cancer survivor, tail wagging. RIP sweetheart, you are my heart and soul. Run free at Rainbow Bridge.
The November Five - Spirits Max, Cherry, Tika, Trouble & Nova. 11/2008 - 3/2013 An era ends as Queen Nova crossed the Bridge.
10:08 am
12 March 2010
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We'll be celebrating here for sure! Naps and ice cream and treats and wine (for the people)! Lincoln says "You Rock!"
Our greatest glory is not in never falling but in rising every time we fall – Confucius
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10:52 am
25 August 2010
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Trouble is my beacon of hope. Congratulations on 27 months, I am so very happy for you guys. Thanks for letting us see the wonderful note from Cherry's dad. I have wondered how he was doing.
We will have doggie cookies today and dream of hope, dream that we will too see 27 awesome months!
Elizabeth and Sammy
Diagnosed with osteosarcoma in the right front leg 8/23/10,
leg fractured 8/27/10,
leg amputated 8/30/10
http://sammyand.....pawds.com/
I couldn't begin to say how special Sammy is to us. Living and laughing with and loving this wonderful boy is priceless.
Wow, 27 months, you go girl, kickin' cancers a** clear to the moon, whew-hoo. Go for the treats, don't worry about the waist!!!! Happy ampuversary, Big Paws up, Spirit Gus and Dan
My buddy Gus had a left front amputation on April 7, 2010 and lived a great life until July 26,2010
11:45 am
23 August 2010
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Hey Trouble! Happy Ampuversary!!! Woo Hoo!
Daisy
FYI- Monkeybutt Samson is on Adequan. Boy, does it work good. (too good) I wish dad wouldnt give it to him so he would be really achey and not pester me so much.
Daisy earned her wings on Oct 22, 2011 at 14 years old
She is now the official greeter at the rainbow bridge
Everyone is guaranteed a welcome sniff and Dalmatian smile
11:52 am
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25 September 2009
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Oh sweet Miss Trubs... you never cease to amaze us! Keep on Keepin' on Girl...
Trouble, April 2009
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25 September 2009
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Shazam! You did it again!
Hoppy Ampuversary special girl, you are one inspawrational Tripawd!
xoxo
Tripawds Founders Jim and Rene
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1:39 pm
12 February 2010
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where there is trouble, there is hope.
way to go guys, here's to many, many more ampuversaries to come.
charon & gayle
Life is good, so very, very good!!! Gayle enjoyed each and every moment of each and every wonderful day (naps included). She left this world December 12, 2011 – off on a new adventure.
Love Never Ends
1:47 pm
14 August 2009
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Well, we over here in monkeybutt-land are going to skip the green beans and go right to the good stuff for Trouble's celebration day!
We may even don a red party hat while doing it!
Congrats to you, Trouble! You are an inspiration to us here even for those that have left us. Your mom and dad are an inspiration also!
Happy Ampuversary!
Comet - 1999 to 2011
She departed us unexpectedly January 23, 2011 at the age of 12 1/2.
She was born with a deformed front leg and a tripawd all of her life.
2:29 pm
Congratulations to you and Trouble. What a wonderful inspiration you are to everyone. Thanks for always being there to support us all and lift our spirits with your kind & thoughtful words.
We will have an extra special celebration here today!
Cynthia & Isabelle
3:55 pm
27 October 2010
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Sooper Happy ampuversary Trouble! 27 months! that is just pawsome!! you are a beacon of hope to all of us! Heres hoping for many many more ampuversaries to come!
Cooper
Coopsdad/ Kenneth Blackburn
http://cooper.t.....ipawds.com
the monkeydogs only THINK they have invaded the tripawd state
5:12 pm
28 September 2009
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Trouble, Tasha and I feel very happy today to be able to say Hoppy 27 Month Ampuversary to you. What a true inspiration you are.
Enjoy your special biscuit and your special day with your special family. Congrats Trouble.
Jo Ann & Tasha
Tasha 8 years old, First cancer diagnosis 6/26/09, Last cancer diagnosis 9/26/09, Amputation 10/01/09, Loving our girl moment by moment.
Tasha lost her battle and became my Angel on May 4 2011. Forever in my heart….
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