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I want to post this link for anyone that may find your thread Bonnie when dealing with hemangiosarcoma:
http://tripawds.....-bleeding/
Deb posted it yesterday, and as far as trying to manage bleeding with hemagiosarcoma's, Yunnan Baiyo (chinese herb) does show some progress. I would use this again in a heart beat. After Jake's 2nd diagnosis, I had 3 weeks with him and I really believe YB had a lot to do with it. I know that doesn't sound like a lot of time, but 3 weeks was a miracle for us.
I'm with you on living the good life now. I'll repost the quote I posted under Jerry's link earlier:
“Life should not be a journey to the grave with the intention of arriving safely in a pretty and well preserved body, but rather to skid in broadside in a cloud of smoke, thoroughly used up, totally worn out, and loudly proclaiming "Wow! What a Ride!”
― Hunter S. Thompson
Mom to Tripawd Angels Jake (2001-2014) and Rosco (2012-2015) and Tripawd Tanner. “Whatever happens tomorrow, we had today; and I'll always remember it”
I saw this while I was on vacation and couldn't respond but knew that I had to. I don't know what I would do either. I think long and hard about it and I know Shelby loves everything I did for her. I had the chance to talk about Shelby a lot this past weekend w/friends I haven't seen in a long time. It brought it back up for sure. And the defensive tone I would take when I said, Shelby was fighting so therefore so was I.... So I don't know.
I don't know what I would/will do when Jasper gets older. I can't think about it. I think I keep her just at arm's length to prevent getting to close but I know that will pass... I haven't seen her in almost a week and I do miss her somewhat. Not as much as I would miss Shelby when I traveled but I"m ready to get her home.
So I am rambling, per usual. But you have had more than your fair share w/the ugly 'c'. Know that we will always all love and support you ... no matter what!!!
Hugs and love!
Alison with the Spirit of Shelby fur-ever in her heart (and little Jasper too)
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
Bonnie and Polly......You never know how a thread will evolve when it's started! Gread dialogue! Thank you girls!
Daniela and Johnnie...wrapping you in hugs! You articulate from your heart with a lovely grace. Your mom raised a BEAUTIFUL soul. She is beaming with pride!
Elizabeth, I've written that wuote down...it is so powerful! We all need to embrace it for ourselves and our furbabies!
Alison, good point about the decision making process...ShelbyStrong is a fighter...and that's imlortant.
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!
Polly was so great. So awesome. So perfect. Thank you for sharing with us. We've all been there and we all still face it... I think your necklace is gorgeous and a fantastic set of tokens to wear close to your heart. You did all you could for Polly with the best knowledge possible and the best thoughts possible. She knows that and is SO lucky for it. She really had it good with you... Really. Oh, dear Polly. We miss you! Your momma misses you!
Watch over us and your momma, Polly, but make plenty of time to play with all our other loved, special Warriors up there!
HUGS
~ 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!
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