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One year ago today, June 27, 2012, I was sitting in my office, nervously waiting for the vet to call to tell me whether Jill’s lungs were clear and if they could proceed with the toe amputation. I did not know at that moment, it would be the first of many times during the next 12 months I would be waiting for the “all clear”, all I remember is sitting at my desk, staring at my computer screen in a full daze. I got the phone call around lunch time and off she went into surgery to get her little toe chopped right off.
So, today, we celebrate Jill’s ONE YEAR TOE AMPUVERSARY!! It may seem silly to celebrate this, however, as we all know, Jill’s osteosarcoma journey has taken quite a different route than most cases. When most celebrate their leg ampuversaries, we often think it’s how long they’ve been battling this nasty disease, however, Jill didn’t have her leg amputated until 6 months later. So I officially look at June 27th as the day Jill started her fight, thus she has now been fighting and BEATING Osteosarcoma for ONE YEAR.
It’s been a roller coaster ride, for sure. A ride filled with tears, laughter, paranoia and love. So to celebrate Jill and how tough of a little diva she is, I’ve put together this video montage set to tune of two of the greatest divas of all time. I hope you enjoy, make sure your volume is on! 
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
The world's favorite kitty! Seeing er little leg bandaged up when she first had her toe amp was sad! But it's as thought NOTHING gets that cat in a tizzie! She just takes it all in stride!
I left you a post on your blog so I w't repeat myself about how INSANELY BRILLIANT YO ARE t come with this stuff! We re all so lucky to be the beneficiaries of such great talent ad wit!
Salt and Hall 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!
Hoppy 1 year toe ampuversary. This just means you get 2 pawtys. I know not something we really want to celebrate with the cancer but you are such a fighter Jill. A true Winter Warrior. Keep on fighting our little chemo buddy.
Hugs
Michelle & 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."
This is a toe-tally awesome anniversary for you guys 
:p
Congrats!!
"Let us think the unthinkable, let us do the undoable, let us prepare to grapple with the ineffable itself, and see if we may not eff it after all."
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"May I recommend serenity to you? A life that is burdened with expectations is a heavy life. Its fruit is sorrow and disappointment. Learn to be one with the joy of the moment."
-Douglas Adams, The Long Dark Tea-Time of the Soul
YAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAY
Jilly is the best cat ever (don't tell my guys I sad that). That was awesome
Topher
Vet Assistant (in school to be a licensed vet technician)
1.5 years Oncology department, moved to rehab & sportsmed December 2024
Tripawd Angel, Cora the Determined <3
Bravo! Bravo! 
Excellent video and Hoppy ToePuVersary! I can't say we've ever had one here so congrats (I think?) on being the first.
Best. Video. Ever! You put so much thought and love into creating this story of Jill's journey, and it shows. We were smiling, laughing and just in awe of what a cute story you told here. Great job!
I think this Toe-Pu-Versary deserves some extra lights on Broadway!
Erica, you and Jill have added another dimension to the Tripawds community. We cannot thank you enough for all you do to share your own unique journey while still being compassionate and caring to other members both new and old. Thank you, and lots of hugs to both of you!
Tripawds Founders Jim and Rene
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Thanks everypawdy jilly is getting lots of extra kisses and treats today!
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
Erica
What a beautiful tribute to Jill and her anniversary but also to you for sharing Journey. What a great Mom you are for that kitty!
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