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Tripawds bloggers have been so prolific lately that I know this post on Harmony's blog flew right past most of us. But if you have a chance to read some of it I highly encourage you to do so, especially this one post that can really help anyone struggling with end of life care.
Over the years I’ve read and witnessed the terminally ill who typically have one great day just before their departure from this world. Never, ever did I think it was the same in the animal world. It’s as if God gives us that one moment in time, a comfort, clarity, free from worry, where we can let our cherished loved ones know how much we love them and vice versa. It was no different with Harmony. On that one day of reprieve, she wasn’t in pain which afforded me the chance to feed her the best cheeseburger in the world.
My only regret through our entire journey is that I didn’t feed her the bun too.
Tripawds Founders Jim and Rene
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I am loving Pam's blog posts of her sweet Harmony......filled with so much compassion, joy, deep heartache, and hope. That last line got me, too.....never thought the mention of the word "bun" could reduce me to tears so quickly....
With Love,
Bonnie & Angel Polly
Okay, at the risk of more "computer stupid humiliation", I have yet to be able to respond t l Harmony's blogs. And YAY for Pam for being able to domit! And I have THOROUGHLY enjoyed them and am sooooo glad you are journaling and posting pictures.
The "comment" section requires my e.ail, name and url. I have no problem providing n that, itsq just that I think it's a cliche. Plus, s o meone will jac
Ve to tell me what m y URL is!
This was soooooo beautiful and loving. IF...IF......the transition had to happen, it could not have been a better way. She gave you...and you her...that glorious day before and then she was able to be at her earthly home surrounded by her earthly Angels...no hospitals...no tubes...no injections...just the way she wanted it.
You are such a beautiful soul. She was so privileged to have you in her life.
The lictures you have been posting are such sacred treasures. She was so loving and gentle in the k nes with her "cousin"....and Melody looks like her twin! See, Ive been readingnyour blogs...just not responding!
And don't worry about n ot giv i ng Harmony the bun. She's eating about a dozen cheesburgers a day now....and none of them have the bun! Why ruin a good burger?!
Surrounding you with Harmony's eternal grace and loving light...
Sally and Alumni Happy Hannah and Merry Myrtle too!
Ps. Did you make those sock monkeys? Love them!!
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 loving Harmony's blog too... I can respond, I think... I just leave the URL field blank but it shows up. But what do I knwo?!?
Agreed - the bun is the kicker for me. I wanted to get Shelby french fries (her favorite) in the end and sadly, it was too late ... but she did enjoy LOTS of burgers (sans bun) in the months of her treatment and I think that was true/pure joy for her.
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
Sally - don't feel bad about the whole "computer stupid" thing. I'm just now finding this topic! LOL!
All of you guys are so special to me and I'm thrilled you find my ramblings worthy to invest time. It has helped me deal with the sorrow and to put all these emotions where they belong, here as a testament to Harmony.
I'm hoping to keep blogging. There's so much more I have to say or I'll explode.
xoxoxo
Harmony became a Tripawd on 10/21/14 (MCT). She left us way too soon on 11/1/14.
"We miss you so much; our love, our heart, our Harmony."
- Pam, Ron and Melody, Meesha, Doublestuff and Mariah Carey
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