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This weekend was really tough. I didn't keep myself busy enough and felt like I had too much time on my hands. It was like Shari said, "I know too well that empty spot, the house that's too quiet and too clean, and especially the "what the hell do I do with myself now?" time when we used to prepare special meals or supplements or do the harnessing up".
Saturday I took Biscuit to the dog park that Daisy and her best buddy Splash went to at least weekly. It was bittersweet. Daisy & Splash would wear themselves out running and playing together. Those two were practically inseparable from the moment they met on a walk in our neighborhood when Daisy was only 4 months old. I always said that Daisy would give me up in a second if she could spend her life with Splash. Daisy tore her CCL there on 10/20/12 and she never got to go back. That day changed everything. I never had the heart to take Biscuit to any of Daisy and Splash's favorite places like that because I would be leaving her behind.
Here are just a few more pics of my special girl.
Splash and Daisy at Paws in the Park Summer of 2010
Just being her silly self while I was trying to take a pic with her bandana.
Resting in the shade at her favorite dog park.
Hugs,
Marla, Biscuit and Spirit Daisy
My Two Tripawds...Biscuit 
and Spirit Daisy 
Very, very sweet! xoxo
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
Hey Marla,
That feeling of losing all your routines is so hard. I'm glad you have Biscuit there to help you through it. And hopefully by doing things like visiting Daisy's favorite places together you will both create new routines and memories that are inspired by your beautiful girl.
I know it's hard to go back though. I still get emotional when visiting Jerry's favorite spots.
Tripawds Founders Jim and Rene
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Rene-
I always felt kind of bad for Biscuit because I never wanted to take him to some of Daisy & Splash's places just because they were Daisy & Splash's places, you know. Heck it was even hard just to take him for a walk in the neighborhood because Daisy would jump up and want to go as soon as I would get out Biscuit's leash. I hated making her stay behind. By the time I adopted Biscuit I was no longer able to lift Daisy into her DoggyRide stroller to take her along and she couldn't walk more than 10 feet at a time.
And now it is just as sad simply because Daisy is not here. I guess it will be that way for a while. Biscuit does have plans to do outings with Splash which is gonna be even harder but I know that my little man needs to do all that fun stuff, too.
Marla, Biscuit and Spirit Daisy
My Two Tripawds...Biscuit and Spirit Daisy
And you knkw what? I feel like voing to the park is EXACTLY what Daisy wants you to do! There's no timeframe of when....kne day it will just feel like you need to go.
I know you read about Harmknt's visit today and I know you are open to those ki ds of "visits" because of Hobo.
While your time at the park may feel bittersweet, I bet, with time, through the happy memories there Daisy will make it known she is still with you. Splash will know it, and so will Biscuit. Daisy WANTS you to take Biscuit places. She knows you will find the same kind of joy on these trips that you two shared. Sure, a different joy because Biscuit is his own little man doing his own thing...but joy is joy!
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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!
You know ... I felt the same about taking Jasper places I've been / went to with Shelby. Like Santa Barbara - I won't go there with Jasper because the memories are with Shelby and the time we had together ...
But I will take Jasper to the beach and it's been a bittersweet, slow healing to embrace that and enjoy it with Jasper. And finally I realize it takes nothing away from the time I spent there with Shelby. It's so different. And that is OK. We are creating NEW memories / experiences while Shelby is surely smiling and watching it all.
It's so soon. I feel your pain and be kind to yourself. Daisy is always with you. No matter where you are. She just wants you to be happy.
Much love!
alison with spirit shelby in her heart
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
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You can see how Alison has handled similar feelings and how she has developed new memories with Jasper to compliment the ones she has with Shebly.
You are still soooo raw with grief. Don't push things...just let them unfold at a pace that feels natural to you.
I'm trying to find the post Martha and Codie Rae have shared with so many of us. It's along the same lines of what Shari and Rene have said. It makes us feel less "crazy" to know others are going through the loss of routine in somewhat of a disoriented way.
Marla, these pictures are so adorable. she's just so happy and so content...and so loved. Goodness gracious she takes precious pictures! Keep em coming! We love you Daisy!
Wrapping you gently in love and support
Sally and Alumni Happy Hannah and Merry Myrtle
Love her sweet avatar picture...bright and shining...just like Daisy!
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!
Sorry I have not posted before now. Sometimes. I have to get my words together. Just remember Daisy will be with you at all of her favorite places. I find pennies and dimes from Ty all the time, just when I need them most. Just when I need reminded that he is still here with me. Like the penny I found at t he vets office. I still get very anxious when I go there because I still use the same vet that helped Ty to the Bridge. We love him, our pets love him so I am not changing just because I am sad to go there. Yesterday, one of my pups had a checkup and I had to check on moving a surgery for my cat who has a tumor. Before I went, I found a penny right in front of my office chair. Later in the day I went up to my grown daughter's room ( she has her own place now, but it is still her room) to look for some sheets. I pulled open a drawer and there were 4 pillowcases, a penny and a dime. Now, we had redd those drawers out a few weeks ago when she was home. I could really feel him with me yesterday. I am telling you this not to sound crazy, but to let you know that Daisy is not far away. She is tucked safely in your heart. Now, I know that does nothing right now for the gut wrenching grief, the loss of familiar routine, the void. Only time passing will help that. Meanwhile, know that she is near and she wants you to make new memories with Biscuit. Thinking of you, Lori, Ty and Gang
TY GUY, Best Black Lab ever! Diagnosed and had amp in January, 2014. Kicked MRSA's butt. Earned his angel wings on April 16, 2014. Run Free my boy and don't forget a shoe. Ty is a proud member of the " April Angels". Ty sent us Daryl, a Tripawd rescue in Sept. of 2016. Daryl is 5 +or -. We are also Pawrents to Chandler, a Border Collie mix who is 15 and 1/2, Lucy, a Corgi who is 7, 2 minis, 2 horses, and a feisty cat named Zoe. Zoe had a non skeletal Osteosarcoma removed in July 2015. No Chemo, she was at least 16. She is going strong although she is now completely blind. She is now close to 20 and her hobbies are eating and sleeping in front of her personal heater.
Yay, I just saw Daisy's banner. It is awesome . I hope you get to see it soon 🙂
xoxoxox
Michelle & Angel Sassy
Sassy is a proud member of the Winter Warriors. Live long, & strong Winter Warriors.
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07/26/2006 - Sassy earned her wings 08/20/2013
05/04/2006 - Bosch, Sassy's pal, earned his wings 03/29/19 fought cancer for 4 months.
"You aren't doing it TO her, you are doing it FOR her. Give her a chance at life."
Yes Michelle! I saw it this morning while checking the forums... it is awesome and made me smile 
My Two Tripawds...Biscuit and Spirit Daisy
And I love your signature too! Her banner really shows off her Yeti Cuteness!
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 was just checking this thread to see if you had seen Daisy's banner ... I saw it today and it put a HUGE smile on my face!!!! I am glad you saw it too!
Hugs and love ....
alison with spirit shelby in her heart
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
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