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Thanks Deemer. But don't cry!!
posted by
SpitFire70
on November 18, 2004 at 3:08 PM
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What a sweet dog... makes me cry.
posted by
cmoe
on November 18, 2004 at 7:20 AM
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StraightF, They are very sensitive to this kind of thing.
When my boss's wife was killed in a car accident back in 1998, all the dogs in my kennel at work (especially the dogs that lived there with us) were extremely quiet until all of a sudden, they all started to howl. It was a bit eerie, but kinda cool.
posted by
SpitFire70
on November 14, 2004 at 4:15 PM
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Dogs can be pretty sensitive
Indeed dogs are pretty sensitive. When i lost my Dad, one of our dogs stayed out of the house for the whole day
posted by
Straightforward
on November 14, 2004 at 3:10 AM
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Oh, thank you, Alfy. I appreciate that very much.
posted by
SpitFire70
on November 12, 2004 at 6:34 PM
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HolyG, I suppose there is something positive when pets don't get along!!
posted by
SpitFire70
on November 12, 2004 at 6:33 PM
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Thanks, Quirky, I will...I have.
And, yes, I know I'll eventually get better but I just wish I knew
when it would start to not hurt so bad.
posted by
SpitFire70
on November 12, 2004 at 6:32 PM
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Rachel, yes, it felt a bit weird to receive her ashes. I have never done
that before. I didn't get closure, but I did get finality. Does that make sense? I really didn't need closure because she passed away in my arms, but knowing she was really 100% phyically gone gave me finality. It hurt. I cried. I miss her deeply. But I still remind myself I did the right thing.
posted by
SpitFire70
on November 12, 2004 at 6:31 PM
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Word, it is lessening for her a bit more and more everyday.
Now, her only real source of jealousy for attention is my squirrel, Stanley! (But he won't be here for more than another few months.)
posted by
SpitFire70
on November 12, 2004 at 6:28 PM
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MiaE, thanks for sharing that. There is nothing wrong with putting
a pet in an urn! Some just don't understand; that's just them. As far as another dog, read my comment to canine.
posted by
SpitFire70
on November 12, 2004 at 6:27 PM
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canine, I know Stonci would love to have another dog around, but
I'm just not ready. I've had offers from a few clients but I'm just not
there yet. If Stonci wasn't recovering from her sadness and loss, then maybe I would. But, she is doing okay right now and so I'm not going to pursue it. At least not for a while.
posted by
SpitFire70
on November 12, 2004 at 6:25 PM
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Tapsel, no I haven't. Should I? Will my copy get all teared up
and snotty, too? I'm assuming so! Thanks for the tip, though. I'll check it out.
posted by
SpitFire70
on November 12, 2004 at 6:23 PM
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I know, Pecan! Isn't it cute?
M was asleep on the couch (as per usual) at the time.
posted by
SpitFire70
on November 12, 2004 at 6:21 PM
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MelodyS, I'm sorry one of your dog's is sick.
Please let me know if there's anything I can do to help.
posted by
SpitFire70
on November 12, 2004 at 6:20 PM
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erinlove, I know. It is strange how some don't have any or much feeling
for animals the way many others do. I look at it this way, some people just love certain things with a passion, like cars, collecting things, or gardening. Then, there are others that can take it or leave it when it comes to that passion. I guess that's what makes us all unique.
posted by
SpitFire70
on November 12, 2004 at 6:20 PM
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I know, Whammie. She took it harder than I thought she would but
she's getting much better now.
posted by
SpitFire70
on November 12, 2004 at 6:17 PM
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My prayers with you all Spitfire.
posted by
A_Norseman
on November 12, 2004 at 6:05 PM
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Spitfire
Poor baby, that just breaks my heart. Hopefully she'll feel better soon. This is one of the only reasons I'm glad that Charlie and Montana loathe each other. At least Charlie won't go through that depression when Montana passes.
posted by
Holy_Grail
on November 12, 2004 at 6:03 PM
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Spitfire,
I hope
you are slowly snapping back, too. I know it will take time, but you'll get there. Give Stonci a hug from Aunt Quirky.
posted by
Julia.
on November 12, 2004 at 5:55 PM
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Awww!
Poor Stonci! I feel for her!
When we put one of our dogs down when I was younger I was sure our other was going to die of heartache. It was bad. She finally snapped out of it about three weeks later. I really felt for her.
How did you feel when you got the ashes? Did it bring some closure to things?
posted by
RachelAnna
on November 12, 2004 at 12:04 PM
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Poor Girl....
It's poor consolation, but as for you, her pain will lessen over time.
posted by
word.smith
on November 12, 2004 at 10:24 AM
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Spitfire
Such a beautiful post...love is truly a universal thing. I read your previous post, that's a beautiful urn. I put my kitty in a urn when he died...people think I'm strange for doing it...but I guess they just don't understand. Nice to see others have the same compassion and love for their animals.
Poor Stonci....looks lonely. Will you get another dog?
posted by
MiaElla
on November 12, 2004 at 8:59 AM
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Kelly had the same reaction to Christa's passing. Luckily now she has Maisy around.
posted by
canine277
on November 12, 2004 at 8:48 AM
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Spitfire - Did you ever read the book "Where The Red Fern Grows" or
see the movie? Your post here has reminded me of that. I couldn't even pass on the book, it was too messed up with tears and snot.
posted by
TAPS.
on November 12, 2004 at 8:42 AM
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Stonci is such a wonderful pal
She will mourn. I'm glad she's coming into her own again. And that pic of her on the foot!!! PRECIOUS!
posted by
CatLadyintheAttic
on November 12, 2004 at 8:26 AM
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I have 2 dogs and I know what you mean. Right now one of them is very sick.Take care. They are so special to us.
posted by
Melodystar
on November 12, 2004 at 8:08 AM
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Spitfire
It's so unbelievable how human animals can be. You can see their little personalities shining through. Day in and day out I can't fathom why some people don't see this or don't care.
posted by
erinlove
on November 12, 2004 at 6:51 AM
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The poor thing! It is always hard to lose someone you love!
posted by
WHAMENATOR
on November 12, 2004 at 2:33 AM
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