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Hi everyone--Today we mark Dakota's 3-month ampuversary. I feel kind of weird noting it, to be honest, because Dakota's cancer was a soft tissue sarcoma and not bone cancer, so he should live a long life without the worries of mets or chemo or any of the other gray clouds so many of you live with. In other words, this feels like no big deal since D-dawg isn't fighting nearly as hard as many of you are. But...he's still learning his new life, and he's plugging along doing his best.
I feel pretty neglectful to both this site and my poor pups, as some major life changes have risen up here. Knowing m dogs are having to be on their own more now is bugging me, but if I can't change it, what good does it do to lament it? I think this is all another reason celebrating for Dakota strikes me as odd. Much of my life right now isn't worthy of celebrating, so my heart just isn't in it. Boy, that's a real downer, isn't it? Sorry, but it's really hard for me to pretend things are good when they suck pretty majorly. Think good thoughts, have a cheeseburger, and chase your favorite monkeydog for D-dawg. That's the best way to honor his hard work.
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/
Oh Shari, I'm sorry to hear you so low. Sounds like you are adjusting to a new (not so good) normal; major life changes are dangerous territory. Hang in there and know we're all wishing the best for you. Hug Dakota for me, Evelyn, too.
http://tate.tripawds.com/
August 16, 2006 to November 28, 2011
TATE ~ Forever in our hearts.
Every day on three legs is reason to celebrate! Give that Dakota a big hug for us.
Tripawds Founders Jim and Rene
tripawds.com | tripawds.org | bemoredog.net | triday.pet
Shari first off congrats on Dakotas 3 month ampuversary! Of course it is a big deal, I get super happy everytime a month goes by for one of our furkids. I am super sorry to hear things have been kind of off for you, we will sure be thinking of you and sending positive thoughts and prayers! Try to keep your chin up!
Coopsdad
Coopsdad/ Kenneth Blackburn
http://cooper.t.....ipawds.com
the monkeydogs only THINK they have invaded the tripawd state
I'm with Coopsdad on this one. Every month for one of our Tripawds fighting ANY cancer is a wonderful reason for celebrating.
I'm very sorry things aren't so great for you now. It is a challenging time for so many folks now. I hope your days turn brighter soon.
Shanna & Spirit Trouble ~ Trouble gained her wings 3/16/2011, a 27 1/2 month cancer survivor, tail wagging. RIP sweetheart, you are my heart and soul. Run free at Rainbow Bridge.
The November Five - Spirits Max, Cherry, Tika, Trouble & Nova. 11/2008 - 3/2013 An era ends as Queen Nova crossed the Bridge.
Shari,
I cant believe it...I have been so dang busy I hadnt been keepin track of what day it is!!!! Since we kinda share on this...thanks for reminding me! Maybe Ill let Bud take a break from the diet and he is wrestling on the floor with Daisy as I type.
I've been thinking of you and include you in my nightly prayer! Give yourself a hug from Bud and me, one for Dakota's special boy and ear rubs for Dakota and Evelyn.
We are keeping our paws crossed for you and sending heart lifting wishes!
Angel and Bud
Shari, it doesn't matter what type of cancer any dog on this site has. They are all Tripawd Hero Warriors, and all deserve a shout-out! Congratulations to Dakota on his 3-month ampuversary, and here's to many, many more!
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.
Okay we are all celebrating here! And we got word that Evelyn and Dakota were too!
Phooey! Comet celebrated all the time and she didn't have cancer at all!!!! Soft tissue cancer schmancer! We aren't celebrating cancer, we are celebrating LIFE!
When life starts sucking and it sounds like it's sucking big time for you, that's the time to crank up the music and dance and when you are done, you get a cake with lots of icing and eat the whole thing!!!!!!!!!!!!
So are you ready? LET'S DANCE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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.
Okay everyone, thanks so much for the good wishes and sweet thoughts! And thank you Ge'Lena for doing what you do best--making people smile and feel valued. I truly don't know what my future holds right now, but I will celebrate life right along with you all. Thanks again.
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/
Congratulations Dakota! I think when a dog survives cancer every month, every week, and every day is worth celebrating. So a 3 month ampuversary is definitely worth extra treats and a shout out here on the forums! As for the sucky stuff, well, that's when I truly appreciate the love of Ranger and Athena. When the going gets tough, I go straight for the doggie kisses. I hope things start looking better soon.
Lisa
Sadie is my 9yr old Rott/Shepherd mix. Diagnosed with osteosarcoma in her right scapula 1/28/10. Our brave girl had her amputation 2/13/10 and her last chemotherapy on 6/6/10. Unfortunately, a tumor appeared in her back right leg and on 10/7/2010 Sadie's earthly journey came to an end. On 10/24/2010 we adopted Ranger, a handsome Rott/Lab mix tripawd (got hit by a car) I think Sadie sent him to us.
http://ranger.t.....pawds.com/
Congratulations Dakota! It's good to hear from you! I hope you had a nice celebration with your mom and Aidan...and shared some with Evelyn.... My mom said to tell your mom Hi & she's been thinking about her.
Love,
Isabelle
Big D!! 3 months is awesome! Shari, no reason to down play this fantastic milestone! A fighter is a fighter.
I certainly hope things turn around for you, however they play out, and you find the path you're supposed to be following at this time in your life. And I'm completely with Lisa, the unconditional love a person gets from their dog is an amazing mood booster for me. I hope it helps you too.
Leslie
Dakota! Are you still dancing? Because I am! Hoppy Ampuversary!
Hey we don't care what kind of cancer you have here or whether you have any at all, every day is a good day to celebrate being in this world and loving life. I'm so sorry your Mamma is feeling low, I know this has got to be a hard tiime for all of you. But now is the time, Dakota Dawg, to step up to the plate (and your sissy too!) to cheer up your pack and keep them going in the right direction! I know you can do it!
"No matter what looms ahead, if you can eat today,
enjoy the sunlight today, mix good cheer with friends
today, enjoy it and bless God for it. Do not look back
on happiness--or dream of it in the future. You are
only sure of today; do not let yourself be cheated
out of it."-- Henry Ward Beecher
Tripawds Founders Jim and Rene
tripawds.com | tripawds.org | bemoredog.net | triday.pet
Dakota,
Buddy, congrats on your three month milestone! My momma almost forgot mine, too (2 days before yours), because things have been so crazy. The winter seemed especially hard this year, and there were days when I practically had to drag my mom out of the bed. But that's us doggies! Moms and dads get bogged down in the cares of the world: paying the bills, working, not working, scheduling craziness, life, death, change. It's our job to make sure they remember to slow down and appreciate the little things: the bees buzzing, a caterpillar in the grass, a good cookie, naps, ice cream, ear rubs, frito feet, a furry head to pet when they feel sad. Keep up the good work, D-Dawg! Glad to hear you are doing so well!
Rio
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Shari,
I'm sorry to hear that life is being so difficult, but I believe you deserve any and all happinesses that come your way, even if they are in the form of a "good" cancer. The positives in life may show themselves in a strange way, but they are there if you choose to look for them. Even if your only comfort comes from the thought that "things could be worse." That's the notion that has been sustaining me through the last few months!
Hang in there. We're here for you!
Micki
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