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I haven't been on here much recently and just now am reading that you had to say good bye to Harmony. I am so sorry! We had all been hoping that she was one of those that beats all the odds.
It is always strangely comforting to me, too, to bring home that little wooden box. My heart dog, Severn is in our living room with a double photo frame. A professional portrait of her is in one side and a copy of "my forever friend" is in the other. In front of it is her plaster paw print made by the vet techs. Millie's box is now on top of Sevy's, though I have not done a picture of her (she went to the same photo session, so will probably use that pic). Her plaster paw print is there, too. Most of my dogs don't wear collars, but a lot of people put their pup's collar on or around their little box.
As far as "clean out" goes, I haven't really had to do much of that. I used a good bit of Millie's cancer meds for DeeDee and what pain meds we still have will come in handy for one of the others. Some vets will take meds back & give them to people who can't afford them. I don't think they are really supposed to do that, but I know they do it where I work and a couple years ago a different place gave me some left overs for a cat I took there.
Remember, there is no time line for grieving. if it doesn't feel right to let go of certain items that were hers, don't do it yet. I still have the collars from my childhood dogs (One is a key chain) and ones I made for one of my girls that passed about 5 years ago. DeeDee's harness got put in the washer & is still hanging in the basement on the drying rack.
Can't wait to see more pics and hear more stories about her and Melody!
Sonya & "Millie"--born Feb 1999, diagnosed with OSA 8/27/14, set free 9/27/14
(RIP baby girl)
Im so sorry for your pup...
Angel Neka
7/4/2003-4/5/2016
2.5yr 3x cancer warrior survivor
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
That is absolutely beautiful. It's a very fitting safe and secure haven for your lovely Harmony.
If you don't mind me asking, was this provided by the service or did you and hub-a-dub find this on your own? It is so perfect for your Harmony.....a "treasure chest" of happy memories filled with so much love.
Thank you for sharing this special photo with your "extended family". There hasn't been a day since Harmony's transition back home that I havent thought about you...many, many times a day. I'm just sooooo sorry. 'Wish "holding someone in your thoughts" could take the pain away.
Surrounding you with Harmony's eternal grace and loving light.
Sally and Happy Hannah and Merry Myrtle
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!
Oh ... what a lovely treasure chest!!!! How beautiful!!!
I hope you find some peace now that Harmony is home with you. I know I did once I brought Shelby home... I kiss her little box daily.
Much 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
Wow I've never seen anything like that, it's gorgeous. How appropriate for a real treasure like Harmony. {{{{hugs}}}}
Tripawds Founders Jim and Rene
tripawds.com | tripawds.org | bemoredog.net | triday.pet
LOVE IT!!!!! Very unique.. and special.. just like Harmony!!
I could see some tags on that chest Rene!!!
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!
ooooo . . . tags, I didn't think about that!
I've also been "working" on her Tribute Leash ribbon. Maybe I'll make two, one for her chest and one for the leash.
Yes, it does bring me peace to see the beautiful chest.
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
harmony said
ooooo . . . tags, I didn't think about that!
The tags that Christine are referring to are here. We would be honored. Thanks Christine! 
Tripawds Founders Jim and Rene
tripawds.com | tripawds.org | bemoredog.net | triday.pet
Oh my goodness, these are absolutely beautiful. It's going to be difficult to decide. Thank you so much!
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
You are too sweet!
Tripawds Founders Jim and Rene
tripawds.com | tripawds.org | bemoredog.net | triday.pet
This is a "warm fuzzy happy memory celebration" plaque I had Rene make for my Happy Hannah's woodstove.........just another creative idea for you to ponder........
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!
Awww Sally, you are too sweet.
Tripawds Founders Jim and Rene
tripawds.com | tripawds.org | bemoredog.net | triday.pet
That was one of the first ones that caught my eye! And I think it would really compliment my Harmony Treasure Chest.
I've got so many things "cooking", Tribute Leash, Tags, upgrading my "support" . . . learning my way around the blog . . . LOL!!!
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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