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12:30 pm
6 December 2012
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Thank you ALL - so very much. I can't tell you how much all of your words and compassion means to me. You absolutely helped me get through one of the most difficult weeks of my entire life, I really don't think I could have done it without you all. I was glued to the blogs and forum posts, trying to absorb all the words of wisdom and trying to understand other's experiences so that I could better cope with my own.
Nesta is now my very special angel spirit, he passed very peacefully in our arms last night around 9:45pm. Oh how I miss him so much already. My heart aches today, and still I don't think it's truly set in yet. But last night, I did feel a very calming sense of relief the moment he took his last breathe in my arms. He is free from pain and suffering now. Oh my dear sweet Nesta.
Thank you all again. With much love and admiration - Kassi {with Nesta forever in her heart}
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25 September 2009
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Oh Kassi, my heart goes out to you, I'm so sorry. Yes, that sense of relief is real, as weird as it is to feel relief at something like that.
We know how much this hurts. Please know that Nesta's life will always be celebrated and a source of inspawration for all of us, new and old members alike. I hope that helps you feel better in some small way.
Many, many hugs coming to you and your pack.
Tripawds Founders Jim and Rene
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Kassi,
I'm so very sorry for your loss. I know how much it hurts...so many of us here know. Nesta is at peace. I think it's good that you felt that sense of relief because it means you know you made the right decision at the right time.
Nesta will live in your heart and your memories forever. He had a happy wonderful life, and he loved you so much. He wants you to always feel that love.
Take care of yourself.
Carol
6:07 pm
27 December 2012
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It's a wonderful thing we can do for our beloved pets. But it doesn't make it any easier. We have to guess, sometimes, when the time is right. Other times, it's obvious. As for Nesta, it sounded like "just existing" wasn't any way to live. Compound that with pain, not eating, and discomfort...well... Nesta is in a good place now. He lives on here and in your heart. I'm so happy and at peace to hear his passing was smooth, sweet, and loving. A beautiful way to go. Wouldn't that be the best for us? Run free and fast, Nesta. We miss you terribly! We all hope you're enjoying your freedom. We miss you, Nesta.
~ Katy & Jackson
ACL tear in right hind leg 12/5/12 and scheduled ACL repair surgery 12/21/12. Pre-op xrays revealed osteosarcoma. Amputation 12/28/12. Chemo (carboplatin) started Jan 10, 2013 and ended on April 5, for a total of 5 doses. He handled carbo like a champ! No side effects. We started metronomic therapy at his third chemo and have been also doing some holistic treatments. He's a lively, playful 10 year old huskie-boarder collie and a very proud member of the Winter Warriors! Our love. Our funny little guy!
6:09 pm
26 May 2013
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Kassi,
I'm so sorry for your loss of Nesta. Your love for him through this and to the end was strong and constant. The relief you felt is affirmation that as hard as it was you, you made the right decision for him. He knows and he will always be with you and in your heart.
Esther and her Snoop
8:39 pm
29 November 2008
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Kassi, I'm so sorry your Nesta is gone. That particular part of the journey is the very hardest part. Everyone one of us on these forums has been there at some point, so we all know how you feel. Please know that you did the right thing for your boy. He's now running free with all the other brave Tripawds who have gone before him. Thank you for sharing your boy with us. You are in our thoughts.
