Comments on: The Post I Didn’t Want to Write

By: Miriam

Miriam — Fri, 11 Sep 2009 18:46:56 +0000

It is good to know others are attached to their animal friends the same way that Jeff and I are. We’ve encountered a lot of disbelief and even amusement! (even from a couple of pet owners) at our efforts to make her well and our pain when we lost her. It’s hard to believe, but there are people that are that … I don’t even know the adjective I want, but it’s not flattering. Good for us, that we have hearts!

By: Jenna Z

Jenna Z — Thu, 10 Sep 2009 20:40:15 +0000

Oh dear, Miriam, I hope my belated comment doesn’t bring up sad feelings. But I wanted you to know my thoughts are with you, it is a terrible thing to go through, loosing a pet. And it’s comforting (at least to me) to know others understand that pain, because there are a lot of people out there that don’t. And what an even bigger loss for them, to not know the love a pet brings! (Can you tell I used to have a terrible boss who made me feel so stupid and dumb and about 6 inches tall when I lost a pet and got upset?)

By: Jennifer

Jennifer — Fri, 04 Sep 2009 22:09:34 +0000

I hate to admit this but I was avoiding this site for this very reason. But we can’t stick our heads in the sand forever, unfortunately. There are a few things you should ask yourself everyday. By doing this you will eventually get your heart to know what your mind already does. At least in time. 1) Did she have a good life? Absolutely. 2) Was she loved well by many? Most definitely. 3) Will she remain in our hearts forever? Totally. 4) Was her life as enriched by us, as much as ours was by her? A simple yes. 5) Would have have left her at the store, knowing what you know now, that she would only be in ours live for such a short time? Seriously doubtful. Finally, 6) would you do it all over again? Absolutely. She was well loved and will be most definitely missed by all those who knew her. You’re in my thoughts and if there is anything I can do to make things easier let me know.

By: Anna

Anna — Thu, 03 Sep 2009 10:51:10 +0000

I’m so sorry about Audrey; I’m sure she had a good life with you too.

“But some animals, like some men, leave a trail of glory behind them. They give their spirit to the place where they have lived, and remain forever a part of the rocks and streams and the wind and sky.”
– Marguerite Henry (Brighty of the Grand Canyon)

By: Miriam

Miriam — Thu, 03 Sep 2009 00:58:08 +0000

Claudia – I’m so sorry to hear about Mr Puffy, how much you love him is evident in the way you talk about him. It’s always so hard to let go of those wonderful little beings that grace our lives for a time.

Thanks everyone for your sweet notes. (watery smile)

By: Kristina B

Kristina B — Wed, 02 Sep 2009 19:51:43 +0000

Hugs to you. I’m so sorry.

By: Paula Frey

Paula Frey — Mon, 31 Aug 2009 21:49:51 +0000

Audrey was what every pet parent hopes for: a true joy and a bundle of furry love.

By: Melissa

Melissa — Mon, 31 Aug 2009 17:30:36 +0000

And that sweet picture of her is making me cry. I’ll miss her very much.

By: Melissa

Melissa — Mon, 31 Aug 2009 17:28:43 +0000

Audrey was such a wonderful, sweet, expressive dog … I know how hard it must have been to say goodbye. I’ll really miss her too. I’m so very sorry, and glad I got to give you and J big hugs in person.

By: Lee

Lee — Mon, 31 Aug 2009 11:37:30 +0000

Oh…such sad news. She must have been a very special pet.