Granny's gone and done it again

[pertnear09]

Long rotten day, yesterday. My big dog Belle had what they call a catastrophic collapse. She went from running around with Scooter the night before to being unable to stand or walk that morning. As the day went on, she got worse... heart racing, difficulty breathing, and her abdomen filled with fluid. She could lift her head and drink some water, but that was about it. My sister came and helped me get her into the car for the last ride to the vet. Over 12 years Belle has been with me. I'm going to miss my friend.

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Sorry about the loss of your friend, Wishing.

 

[campingshaws]

Wishing. When I lost Dolly my only regret was that it happened so quickly (no chance for goodbyes), but I do not envy you that last drive.

Have some of my petunias.

 

[ChickenLady2014]

Long rotten day, yesterday. My big dog Belle had what they call a catastrophic collapse. She went from running around with Scooter the night before to being unable to stand or walk that morning. As the day went on, she got worse... heart racing, difficulty breathing, and her abdomen filled with fluid. She could lift her head and drink some water, but that was about it. My sister came and helped me get her into the car for the last ride to the vet. Over 12 years Belle has been with me. I'm going to miss my friend.

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Wishing, I am so sorry for your loss of your companion & friend, Belle. Losing a beloved pet can be so heartwrenching. Praying that God brings you all peace & healing from your loss Sending the biggest possible

 

[ChickenLady2014]

Morning/afternoon grannyland. Moving very slow today. Long & stressful day yesterday. 1 more weekend party next weekend. Then a break until September. It's been a very expensive year. Looking forward to getting back to normal & to get our saving built back up.

 

[h2oratt]

I hear ya. Last night we had a major firework display over our house. The dogs bark and run around the yard. I was afraid the pups might get spooked so I brought them inside.

 

[Granny Hatchet]

Wishing, I am so very sorry for your loss. I know with all the other stresses you have right now this is not what you needed . Big hugs

THE LAST BATTLE

If it should be that I grow frail and weak
And pain should keep me from my sleep,
Then will you do what must be done,
For this -- the last battle -- can't be won.

You will be sad I understand,
But don't let grief then stay your hand,
For on this day, more than the rest,
Your love and friendship must stand the test.

We have had so many happy years,
You wouldn't want me to suffer so.
When the time comes, please, let me go.
Take me to where to my needs they'll tend.

Only, stay with me till the end
And hold me firm and speak to me
Until my eyes no longer see.

I know in time you will agree
It is a kindness you do to me.
Although my tail its last has waved,
From pain and suffering I have been saved.

Don't grieve that it must be you
Who has to decide this thing to do;
We've been so close -- we two -- these years,
Don't let your heart hold any tears.

~Unknown

 

[Granny Hatchet]

Morning all, Think I might of found my magic sleeping pill. Hope so anyway. seemed funny I can sleep ok in my chair and not bed til I realized the fan is on in my chair. So past 2 nights I have turned the fan on in my room and seems to be helping .

 

[Wishing4Wings]

So sorry wishing

Wishing she's a beautiful dog that I'm sure had a great life with you. I'm sorry that you had to lose her so suddenly.

So very sorry Lynda!

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Sorry wishing, itis never easy to send them off. But what a blessing she has been to you. Dogs are so special.

Sorry about the loss of your friend, Wishing.

Wishing. When I lost Dolly my only regret was that it happened so quickly (no chance for goodbyes), but I do not envy you that last drive.

Have some of my petunias.
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Wishing, I am so sorry for your loss of your companion & friend, Belle. Losing a beloved pet can be so heartwrenching. Praying that God brings you all peace & healing from your loss Sending the biggest possible

Wishing, I am so very sorry for your loss. I know with all the other stresses you have right now this is not what you needed . Big hugs

THE LAST BATTLE

If it should be that I grow frail and weak
And pain should keep me from my sleep,
Then will you do what must be done,
For this -- the last battle -- can't be won.

You will be sad I understand,
But don't let grief then stay your hand,
For on this day, more than the rest,
Your love and friendship must stand the test.

We have had so many happy years,
You wouldn't want me to suffer so.
When the time comes, please, let me go.
Take me to where to my needs they'll tend.

Only, stay with me till the end
And hold me firm and speak to me
Until my eyes no longer see.

I know in time you will agree
It is a kindness you do to me.
Although my tail its last has waved,
From pain and suffering I have been saved.

Don't grieve that it must be you
Who has to decide this thing to do;
We've been so close -- we two -- these years,
Don't let your heart hold any tears.

~Unknown

Thank you all for your well wishes. I made it through the whole process without tears... until now. You guys got me. Especially the petunias. And the poem finished me off. Need a towel to dry them all. Crying is good, right?

 

[Granny Hatchet]

oh, and I got chiggers.

 

[Granny Hatchet]

crying is good. Petunias got me too. I think it did all of us.