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We scheduled "the appointment" for tomorrow at 2pm.
In addition to the issue outlined in my recent blog post, Roxy has started to refuse to eat again, even the "last chance" stuff that was working at her worst. She is not happy, and has mostly just been laying around, with barely enough energy to move. She has been making it clear that it's time.
We're spending the day together today and having some of her human friends drop by throughout the day.
I've already told some of you in chat or on facebook but thought I'd let everyone know.
Mica & Roxy
Mica,
I am sending so many hugs to you and many positive thoughts. Roxy has fought an amazing battle. I am so sorry 
All my love,
Erica
Jill is a 9-year-old tuxedo kitty. She was diagnosed with Osteosarcoma in June 2012 on her toe in her right hind leg. Her leg was amputated on 12/12/12 and she completed four rounds of chemo (2 of Carbo, 2 of Doxy) in April 2013. "Like" Jill's facebook page: https://www.fac.....tty?ref=hl Proud member of the WINTER WARRIORS!!!! Her blog can be read at http://jillsjou.....ipawds.com. xoxo
Mica,
I know I am sorry doesn't help with what you are facing. This is the hardest decision we have to face in this journey. My heart breaks every time that I read someone making this part of the journey. You are giving her the greatest gift in the world that you can give (and those don't help either I know). But its true. She has fought the greatest battle and won. Cancer didn't win. (at least that is how I try to look at it with Sassy). I got enjoy more time with her and you with Roxy.
By the way I talked to Sassy the whole time that she was crossing. She heard me. I told her it would be ok to go and I made the promise never to let her suffer and I would miss her but she would always hold my heart.
Hugs to you & Roxy
Michelle & Angel Sassy
Sassy is a proud member of the Winter Warriors. Live long, & strong Winter Warriors.
sassysugarbear.tripawds.com
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."
Oh Mica, I am so sorry. Words are so inadequate. I wish I could say the magic thing that would ease the pain but of course I can't. Because Roxy has been such a special and loved part of your life. My heart goes out to you and I'm sending thoughts of comfort to Roxy.
I'm sorry Mica, but in a way I am glad for you that Roxy has made it so clear. Maggie gave me that gift as well. It is a horrible, gut wrenching decision, but you make it out of love, and knowing Roxy is ready will give you peace as the days move on.
Nothing can take away the pain, it is the price we pay for loving unconditionally. Roxy has been a true Tripawd Warrior Princess and her journey will live on here and inspire others who are dealing with the challenges she faced.
Roxy will live on in your heart and so will always be by your side.
Sending strong, peaceful thoughts for a special day.
Karen and Spirit Maggie
I'm sorry mica. Big hugs, prayers, and thoughts to you and your Pack. Roxy is one lucky girl to have a family who loves her so much.
Best to you
lori and chuck
Mica, jave been trying to get n this thing sice I saw your post a few minutes after you wrote. I fialy got a brief PM to you and I even wrote an email to you tnrough Rene I just wish we could all be there for you......Roxy will jave you and just know you will jave us sitting in your heart trying to keep the pieces together.
Right now you are with Roxy. Right now sne's just enjoying being surrounded by your love. Right now is all that matters She loves you and you love her and that's all that matters right now.
Feel our love, feel our strentgh, feel our support........now go hugh on that sweet' sweet Roxy and see if you can here her sigh of relief.....that's her saying thank you...I k ew I coud cou t on you when I needed you most.
Love,
Sally and Happy Hannah
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!
Mica-
My heart aches for you and I wish I could ease the pain, but know that all my thoughts and blessings are with Roxy and you during this difficult time. Hold her close and talk about all the wonderful things you have done together and the love in her eyes will tell you just how much she loves you. Let her know about all the great friends she will meet when she crosses the Bridge and how wonderful she will feel being pain free and running on four legs.
Hugs to both of you.
Luanne and Spirit Shooter
Spirit Shooter was a Miniature Australian Shepherd who was diagnosed with a MCT and had a LF amp 1/28/13 at 13-1/2 years old.
Shooter crossed the Bridge on 8/28/13, his 7 month ampuversary and two weeks from his 14th birthday.
I'm so sorry to hear this sad news, but how brave of Roxy to let you know it's her time. She has been brave throughout this entire battle, and so have you. We'll be thinking of you and your girl.
awwww sweet Roxy girl.... enjoy your day.. let momma love you up.. snuggle, and remember that you haven't been replaced pretty girl.. you will always have a huge special spot in your momma's heart. You own that part.. it's not leased or rented... it's yours till you all meet up again. I'm glad you had a good time... now when you get there, look out for that goofy Franklin... he's just a big loveable lug.
Mica... I can't say anything that everyone else has not already said..
Go be with your sweet girl.. and love her up... my thoughts are with you.... my heart breaks with you.... and my tears feel your pain..
Christine..... with Franklin in her heart ♥
Franklin, he was the Happiest Dog on Three Legs! Diagnosed 09/26/2012 with Osteosarcoma, amputated 12/4/2012. Had a wonderful 5 1/2 months painfree until he ran for the Bridge on 5/15/2013. Always in my heart, and always a guardian angel of my pack... You can follow his Tripawd Adventures, before and after, in my blog, Frank'n'Farter!
I'm so sorry Mica, this is so terribly hard to do but you have all of the love and support of this community behind you. I hope that thought eases the heartache.
Please tell Roxy that she is so loved by all of us, and will always be remembered. Both of you have been so courageous, your fight has touched us all.
{{{{{{hugs}}}}}
Tripawds Founders Jim and Rene
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Mica
Our heart goes out to you,your family and Roxy. You are in our thoughts at this difficult time.
Esther and Snoop
I'm so sorry, Mica. My thoughts are with you and your family tonight.
Heather
Barret was diagnosed with Hemangiopericytoma May 16, 2013. Front left leg/scapula/pectoral muscle was amputated on June 11, 2013 and we've never looked back. Follow our story on http://barret.t.....pawds.com/ and read my column on That Pet Blog
Words do feel so empty at this time, but it's really all we have to offer you. Even though you aren't ready (we never are), Roxy is letting you know that she is. Thank you for honoring that and not making her endure for you.
When Dakota left me, I sat by his head and told him all the dogs to go find. I named every one that I could think of so he would know he wasn't alone. Unfortunately, he left before I ran out of names. Roxy will be met by so many, just as I'm sure Dakota was. And now she takes up a place of honor in your heart.
Even so, it's still awful. That part we also understand. Please let us help you if there is anything we can do. When you can, let us know how you are.
Shari
From abandoned puppy to Tripawd Warrior Dude, Dakota became one of the 2011 February Furballs due to STS. Our incredibly sweet friend lived with grace and dignity till he impulsively raced over the Bridge on 12-15-12.
Dakota's thoughtful and erudite blog is at http://shari.tr.....pawds.com/
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