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tigerprincess,
I know she is happy wherever she is now and I know I'll see her again on the other side. I also believe she is still around me sometimes in spirit. She came into a dream about a month ago. I knew she was physically dead, but we ran and played together in the dream and I just know it was really her in spirit.
posted by
SpitFire70
on January 28, 2005 at 6:31 PM
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I'm so sorry to hear
about your loss. I know I would fall to pieces if my cat ever left. Just think.. now he gets to sleep on all the couches he wants to, and drink all the toilet water around, and he'll still be scrambling to the door to greet you when you get to heaven.
posted by
tigerprincess
on January 28, 2005 at 4:57 PM
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Witchflower,
Thank you so much for your comments. I'm sorry you still tear up about your loss.
posted by
SpitFire70
on January 24, 2005 at 10:19 PM
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Like everyone has said,
it does take time. My dog has been gone a long time now (8 years), and I still tear up sometimes and can't talk about it (like right now). It's possible your dream was a lucid dream and more real than you imagine. Sometimes when meditating, I can slip into that trance-like state, and I always see my dog happy and playful, glad to see me. Now there's a cat he loved with him, too. I see them together as clear as if I were looking out a window onto a meadow and they are looking up at me. Take care, dear, and don't be embarrassed by your tears.
posted by
Witchflower
on January 24, 2005 at 4:04 PM
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Thanks, Quirky. I know it takes time
and it does get a little easier each day, but it still hurts so much.
I just try to comfort myself by remembering the good times and how lucky I was to have her for almost 9 years. I also try to remind myself that I let her go before she suffered.
posted by
SpitFire70
on January 23, 2005 at 2:29 PM
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HolyG, I hope you don't find out either. I replied to your email, btw.
Thanks for your words here, too.
posted by
SpitFire70
on January 23, 2005 at 2:28 PM
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Spitfire,
Loss of those we love is never easy, but the pain will lessen a little each day, week by week. That's cliche but it's true. Remember Pony with love but don't feel bad for mourning her still.
posted by
Julia.
on January 23, 2005 at 2:18 PM
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SpitFire70
I can't pretend to know how you feel, but I just found out that I may be there soon. My heart goes out to you even more deeply than it always has.
posted by
Holy_Grail
on January 23, 2005 at 9:36 AM
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ThomasF, I notice a lot of things now
that Britt is gone. Like the house seems so much bigger even though Stonci (my sweet Rottweiler) still takes up so much space. It's just different. I just finished balling my eyes out about 15 minutes ago...again. Damn.
posted by
SpitFire70
on January 19, 2005 at 9:21 PM
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Such a sad story. I've liked all my dogs which have come an gone. Each one kept the floor free from food. I never had to bend down to pick up the food that I dropped. You only notice that, after they die.
posted by
ThomasFranklin
on January 19, 2005 at 8:35 PM
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I know, Rach. Animals are way different
than relationships with humans. I just miss her so much.
posted by
SpitFire70
on January 19, 2005 at 4:49 PM
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Awww...
When I think of my dog that died a few years back I still cry. It's not something that you can just move past... You miss them, I think pets become a part of us in a way that other people cannot. We can really be our uncensored selves with animals and never have to worry what they'll think of us. We know they'll love us regardless.
posted by
RachelAnna
on January 19, 2005 at 4:18 PM
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Ciel, I agree.
I know she's been around a few times and even had a very vivid "real" dream with her in it. I was walking down the street and she came running up to me all happy to see me. In the dream, I knew she was dead (physically) and I embraced her and told her how much I missed her. She insisted on playing with me so we ran around together for a while. While still in the dream, I thanked her for coming to visit me and told her to never stop. After I woke up, I had tears in my eyes, but I felt a little better by being able to spend time with her after she passed away. I don't feel as guilty for putting her to sleep anymore. I know I will see her again. Thank you for your thoughtful comments.
posted by
SpitFire70
on January 18, 2005 at 6:45 PM
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Symph,
Thank you. I know there isn't much anyone can say with a blog like this. I guess I just needed to write it. Again.
posted by
SpitFire70
on January 18, 2005 at 6:39 PM
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LittleMsP, thank you.
I'm trying.
posted by
SpitFire70
on January 18, 2005 at 6:38 PM
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Thank you, Whammie.
I know it will take more time, but I just hate
this part of the process; waiting and hoping for it to get easier.
posted by
SpitFire70
on January 18, 2005 at 6:37 PM
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She may not be as far away as all that, even now. Just a pet theory of
mine, but I think they stick around whether we can see them or not, for as long as we need them.
posted by
Ciel
on January 18, 2005 at 5:40 PM
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I am so sorry
take care
posted by
_Symphony_
on January 18, 2005 at 7:52 AM
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spitfire -
no amount of words can soothe the pain, that will take time. Take care.
posted by
littlemspickles
on January 18, 2005 at 2:39 AM
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Spitfire,
If my "Tiger-kitty" had been a man, I am positive he would have been my Soul Mate. There is no denying a special, inexplicable bond.
I am sorry for your grief. Time will numb the pain, and then only the love will remain, which is a really kewl, but bittersweet place to be.
posted by
WHAMENATOR
on January 18, 2005 at 1:59 AM
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