The loss of a loved one…a human is profound. What is it about the loss of a pet that we take into our lives, or is it the other way around? Profound loss, I say. Months later it brings tears. So powerful was the influence of Emma Louise in our lives that even today the mere mention of her name or her image causes a pause for reflection and an audible or silent homage.
Less evident are the pet’s feelings left behind. I am convinced they suffer affliction to their routines, patterns and yes hearts! Harley, was very close to Emma.
When I come across the postings of folks that lose a pet, my eyes well up for their loss and for my unresolved loss. So it is.
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My tears… I am sad too, RIP to lovely Emma and not easy for her best friend now. Even not easy for us too. Love, nia
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Thank you Nia…we missed her yesterday as we opened presents. She always loved to help open gifts and sniff for possible food 🙂
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RIP Emma. She was a cute dog. ❤
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Thank you….yes she was a very beautiful girl…
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In 2004 – 12/23 to be exact, i had to let go of my first little girl – 11 days after my mom passed away. I still cannot think of Chloe without crying. And last night, i was transported back to that moment, when i gave her last treat, last kiss and hug and the last glance into her big brown eyes. I knew i was doing the right decision, but it was heartbreaking and it still is after 10 years.
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Thank you for sharing. I know it is a profound loss for so many and it always helps when others share their memories and feelings. Those last moments are so painful to recall.
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The loss of a dog is the greatest pain I have ever felt. They open our hearts completely … and stay in our hearts forever. When one dies I always take the collar for the other to sniff so he knows he isn’t coming back. I think dogs accept death as part of life.
Hugs to you Gary and Harley.
xo
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Thank you Val…so very kind.
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may they keep wagging
brightly in our hearts.
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I agree. Even years later, looking at old photos….there is sadness.
We had two cats (male and female) that were litter mates.
He loved her so much. When she died, he lost his very best friend, the love of his life. I think he would have given his life if he could have saved hers.
He was so sad, for a long time he didn’t even want to get up. We cried when we lost her, but watching him suffer after she was gone—was heartbreaking.
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Oh my, Mary…..
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