To cull or not to cull

[Lovem all]

@Waves thank you for sharing with me. I truley understand. Heck, I've walked in to 2 of my favorite chickens still "asleep" in the morning and had to go get someone because I cannot.
And I understand how hard the goodbyes can be. Today I had to decide if I was going to let her pass or try to prolong it (I have a remedy my mom created for Ms. Green that helped extend her life). I could tell my poor girl was in too much pain. I held her, cried a lot, pet her and just told her how beautiful she was, how kind and sweet, how I love her, how shes my hero, and how sorry I am. Before I closed the door I told her that I'll see her again. I believe that one day I will, because without that to believe I can not cope. I have had to say good bye to many birds. The most I can do is tell them how loved they are. I hope it's enough.

I'm sure Panta and Nana are meeting each other right now and looking down at their silly humans.

 

[deidreg]

You are generous to share this difficult decision with us. I know a time like this will come for me eventually. I hope to have the level of grace and compassion that you had for Nana.

 

[Lovem all]

@deidreg I am sure you will. I know this isn't a happy post at all (which I made up for by making happy ones) but I felt it was nessary because people look on here for advice and what to do and to learn from others. My tragedy is another cautionary tale, you know?