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Yesterday marked one month since I had to let Lupe go. It hasn't been easy, to the say the least but I'm holding to together when I can and when I can't, well I can't. I posted on my blog yesterday about my feelings and wasn't going to post on the main forums until some of the comments came in and I just had to.
I'm posting here not to tell you how much I miss Lupe or how big the void she has left behind...I use my blog for that. I'm posting to say THANK YOU to the Tripawds community. I would have never been able to get through her diagnosis, surgery, recovery and final decision to let her earn her wings without the people I've "met" here. The support, kind words, advice and stories have helped more than I can express. I found you all only a week or so before Lupe's surgery and diagnosis and a couple of weeks before I lost her, but in those weeks, I found a sense of calm and community, of people who just "get it".
I can't imagine just fading away into the background of this wonderful group right now. Reading about all of your stories has provided me so much comfort over the past month. While my experience with the "Big C" and treatment was short and painful, I feel that reading, lurking and posting is a way to honor Lupe, it is her legacy. In time I know I will open my heart and life to a new member of my pack (probably a MB, but if a Tripawd came into my life, I'd be thrilled), but for now, I will live vicariously through the stories of yours. I am proud to say that I was a Tripawd parent for a short time and it changed my life in ways I never thought possible.
Again, thank you for everything...I wouldn't have gotten through the last month and a half without you all.
-Kori & Angel Lupe
Diagnosed with possible synovial cell sarcoma of right front elbow 5/31/12. Amputation surgery performed 6/7/12. Final diagnosis of histiocytic cell sarcoma 6/11/12. Her soul and spirit were strong, her body was not...my little girl earned her wings 6/14/12. "If there are labradoodles and goldendoodles, why can't I be a cockadoodle?"-Angel Lupe (June 28, 1997-June14, 2012) http://lupepod......pawds.com/
Kori, I can't believe it's been a month already. It's weird when you lose a loved one...time moves slow, and fast at the same time. And there are occasions when you don't want it to move at all, because it makes you feel as if you're getting farther away from the life that you shared together. It's always good to remind yourself that no matter how much time goes by, the bond can never, ever be broken.
Well, that's awfully kind of you to thank us, but it's WE who want to thank YOU for being here to share your stories in these forums. It's not easy to jump into a place and talk about your feelings during such difficult times. Some people just can't do that, and we understand. But each time someone does, it adds to the collective whole of this support community, which in turn helps other pawrents as they face their own pup's difficulties.
So we hope you do stick around too. After all, once a Tripawd community member, always a member. Thank you for being here.
xoxo
Tripawds Founders Jim and Rene
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I feel the same way, Kori. I couldn't have gotten through the loss of Abby the months since without this community.
I also feel the same way - staying active in the community, even after you lose your tripawd, is a way to honor them. And they deserve some honoring! Cuz our tripawds are PAWESOME!
Jackie, Angel Abby's mom
Abby: Aug 1, 2009 – Jan 10, 2012. Our beautiful rescue pup lived LARGE with osteosarcoma for 15 months – half her way-too-short life. I think our "halflistic" approach (mixing traditional meds + supplements) helped her thrive. (PM me for details. I'm happy to help.) She had lung mets for over a year. They took her from us in the end, but they cannot take her spirit! She will live forever in our hearts. She loved the beach and giving kisses and going to In-N-Out for a Flying Dutchman. Tripawds blog, and a more detailed blog here. Please also check out my novel, What the Dog Ate. Now also in paperback! Purchase it at Amazon via Tripawds and help support Tripawds!
I totally feel the same way. This community was so supportive during our stretch as a Tripawd and when Rio's cancer journey came to an end, plus it's one of the few places where I still feel Rio's presence. Staying involved isn't easy, as there are times when it's just so painful, but I got so much support from this community when I needed it, that I would feel incredibly selfish if I didn't try to give some of that back.
Rio's momma, Micki
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Hi Kori, I know exactly what you mean. I couldn't put it any better than Micki and Jackie. The people on this site were here for me when I needed them (and still need them 
) and it feels good to be able to give something back (but that doesn't mean that some of the dogs and their stories don't touch a nerve and/or bring back painful memories).
Karen and Spirit Magnum
Magnum: 30th May 2002 to 5th May 2012. Lost her back left leg to osteosarcoma on 5th Sep 2011. Lung mets found on 20th Mar 2012 but it was bone mets in the hip that ended her brave battle. Magnum's motto - "Dream as if you'll live for ever, live as if you'll die today" (James Dean). Loyal, loving, courageous and spirited to the end. My beloved heart dog, see her memoirs from Rainbow Bridge ...... http://princess.....pawds.com/
Kori,
The first month is so very hard and not having our little lovebugs in our lives hurts so bad. It can be harder than losing family members because they make up our daily lives.
We all know the hurt can be unbearable. Time heals the immediate pain but it never really goes away completely. However, Lupe will remain in your heart.
I'm glad we could make a little tiny difference and help ease your pain just a little. We appreciate your "thank you" very much.
Comet - 1999 to 2011
She departed us unexpectedly January 23, 2011 at the age of 12 1/2.
She was born with a deformed front leg and a tripawd all of her life.
I commend all of you who have lost your pups to this crappy disease who are still here helping people every day.
Unselfishly helping people like me and other new people who have just been diagnosed and are scared to death. I found this place a long time after Rizzo had her amputation done (two years later) and it was like I found home. A place where other people get it and understand all that goes along with the battle that our brave pups are waging.
I thank you from the bottom of my heart for being there for all the people and furbabies you are helping!!
All our Best,
Suzie and Rizzo
Jack Russell born in 2001. Mast cell cancer found Dec 2009 and right rear amputation. Five rounds of chemo done before all treatment stopped. Living life to the fullest!! Read my story at http://rizzo.tripawds.com
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