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Thank you - all of you for your support. I am bummed....and actually thought that he might be an exception to the stupid osteosarcoma rule... Hope is not a strategy but it is a good thing to have! He is still bouncing, his paw is looking better, and we are going to go on with business as usual. I soooo appreciate all of you - and he does too.
Thanks again.
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and actually thought that he might be an exception to the stupid osteosarcoma rule... Hope is not a strategy but it is a good thing to have!
I so understand this. I was just daring to hope the same....
Lisa, Minneapolis
On October 27, 2016, nearly 6 months after amputation, and 18 months since his cancer likely started, we lost Pofi to a recurrence of Soft Tissue Sarcoma in his spine quite suddenly. His canine sister also succumbed to cancer on March 1, 2019 - we lavished her with our love in the interim, but life was never quite the same without her only real canine friend. Cliff kitty had to leave us, too, suddenly, in August 2019. Lucia kitty grieved all these losses, but helped us welcome two new Lurchers into our home and our lives, Shae and Barley.
Thank you for that... I've been so heartbroken about Pofi.... we should always dare to hope - in everything....
Yeah, when getting this kind of news, "bummed" is an understatement.
And I mean this, It is important to remember that EACH dog IS different! This applies to every aspect of this journey. We see the differences in recovery, we see it in reaction to meds, in reaction to chemo. We see the differences in some dogs who do chemo and some who don't. I've been on here long enough to know "one size does not fit all".
And fhis leads me to "hope". For me, and this is just me, hope is a vital part of my make up. Does it mean the "hope" I jad yesterdaynisnthe same "hope" I may have today? Not necessarily. I may have to redefine my definition of hope, but I will always find a way to have hope.
For my Happy Hannah, while I "hoped" she would beat this piece of crap disease, I changed my definition at some point to "hoping" that I would be able to stay in the moment, hoping I would be able to focus on the "now;. It didn't mean I gave up basically "hoping" for a miracle (they DO happen), it merely meant I gave myself more options for hope....more pathways to hope!
Okay, I'm rambling,. Not sure if I've made any sense whatsoever. Just trying to say give yourself the "gift of hope", even if it means you have to redefine it everyday!
Ted IS a very strong boy who has an incredible amount of vibracny and a zest for life! Trd is, and always has been unique! Definitely one of a kind!!
Yep, business as usual. That's certainly what Ted is doing!
Lots and lots of love
Sally and Alumni Happy Hannah and Merry Myrtle and Frankie too!
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!
Thanks Sally. Honestly, my hope is that I can manage this in a way that is fair to Ted. I fear that something stupid will happen and we will be put into a position where we are not with my trusted vet and forced to make decisions in a situation that is not what we "planned" for. I've been there before and it was such a terrible experience that has had a lifelong impact. My vet cried yesterday when consoling me and told me "you have done every single thing you could do to save him.. this sucks" and I so appreciate that. We HAVE done everything we can do and will continue to....I just want to be able to make sure that I can be his advocate until the end and I fear that something ridiculously stupid will happen to screw that up - it is the story of my life and I don't want him to suffer the consequences of that. Debbie Downer tonight... But he IS STILL BOUNCING.. so that is joyful...
You areNOT a Debbie Downer! Not at all! You are expressing your fears and concerns with courage AND with friends who really, really understand. I'm sure by so bravely sharing your thoughts, you are helping others too.
And whatever happened in the past was then and based on the knowlege you had then . This is now, and you have learned and grown and gained knowt. And besides, we are all by your side to offer support and guidance
Goodness knows, you HAVE done everything possible for your Ted and, as you said, are continuing to do so!! Everyone here can see what a powerful advocate you are for your Sweet Ted and how deep your love is!
You have, and will continue to manage things in a way that are fair to Ted. He knows that and we know that. Try and kick those concerns into oblivion. In fact, we're gony a help you right now! On the count of three, all fears about the tomorrows will be kicked iut of your life right now bynyiur entire Tripawd Family! One....two....three...BAM!! Outta here!!
Hang onto us! If we need to have another kicking pawty, let us know!
,Now, let's get back to BOUNCING TED!!! TED IS STILL BOUNCING and doesn't have any intention of stopping bouncing anytime soon!! 🙂
Lots of love and hugs
Sally and Alumni Happy Hannah and Merry Myrtle and Frankie too!
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 am sorry to hear about the mets but delighted that lovely Ted is bouncing around as usual and long may he continue to do so. I do understand how your past experience haunts you now and makes you fear for the future and finding yourself in a similar situation again. But remember that whatever the future holds, you will not be alone. You will never be alone. You have the power of the Tripawds nation behind you, full of people who understand and are here to support you and Ted.
Now back to today and the here and now and bouncing along with bouncy Ted. That's what's important. Seize the day!
Sending love and hugs,
Meg and Clare (and Elsie Pie) xxx
Ruby, Staffy, born June 2022, became a Tripawd, 23 November 2023, adopted 12 January 2024.
Also Angel Tripawd Meg (aka The Megastar), who died in April 2023, aged 14, after seven glorious years on three, and Angel Staffies Pie and Bille. In the pawprints of giants...
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