I Can't Believe......

[CoppersOtherMom]

Tommorrow makes a week since Copper died. A whole week. I just can't believe it. I miss him so much. His squeak toys are still laying in my living room floor where he last left them. I can't bring myself to pack them up. I walk by and pick one up and squeak it like Copper did and then I put it back on the floor where it was.

Thank ya'll for just giving me a shoulder to cry on.

*hugs*

[FourOrchards]

Oh Tina...I feel so badly for you. I know how much you are hurting. :0204: You don't have to pack up his things until you are ready. Take your time. Everyone heals at different paces.
When I lost my sheltie it took all of us in my family to heal. We put away her toys and brushes, bed, bowls quickly because we though it would be easier for the kids but I'm not sure it was the right thing to do. My daughter kept saying..."remember when Baily would...." and it would just make me want to cry. It helped her to remember the good times. My son made a little thing out of wood and put her picture on it with her collar wrapped around it...that's what helped him. For me....I got Ally. The deafening quite was what finally told me I was ready to get another dog. Not hearing footsteps on the tile, a dance at the door to go out, a snuggle bug to watch tv with...was what also told me I was ready. And you too will know when it's time...if you want to get another.
Take your time. I can now remember her without feeling so sad. I remember the happy times and I know she is happy now too. :hug2:

[Lambygyrl]

Its gonna take some time... I have Shelby's :angel: special things... blankie, collar, etc. put away... Actually I keep the her collar in my jewelry drawer so I can always see & touch something that was hers when I want to. 1 week isn't very long. You don't have to touch any of Coppers things until you're ready. :hug2: :hug2: :hug2:

[CoppersOtherMom]

It's not like I've never lost a pet before. I have. But it's been nine years on the 28th of this month that Max died. The day he died I brought Misty home. She'd been thrown out in a ditch as a pup and someone had found her and brought her to Doc Lisa for care and for her to find a home. I know Misty made dealing with Max's death a whole lot easier. I love Misty and snuggling up with her on the sofa. There's nothing like coming home after a long day at work and having your babies in your lap just as soon as you sit down. I don't know why Copper's death is hitting me so bad.

[Joyce]

Don't worry we are always here for you. It's only a week that is such a short time. Things will get better.

[maddoxies]

It's not like I've never lost a pet before. I have. But it's been nine years on the 28th of this month that Max died. The day he died I brought Misty home. She'd been thrown out in a ditch as a pup and someone had found her and brought her to Doc Lisa for care and for her to find a home. I know Misty made dealing with Max's death a whole lot easier. I love Misty and snuggling up with her on the sofa. There's nothing like coming home after a long day at work and having your babies in your lap just as soon as you sit down. I don't know why Copper's death is hitting me so bad.
Every once in a while, there is one fursoul that does it to you. It has been 12 years since I lost my Kitty (golden), and at times I still tear up talking about her.

I can't tell you for how long after I lost Callie, that I would automatically get two dog cookies out of the bag, instead of just one.

A friend of mine has all the doggie name tags of her :angel: s and hangs them on her Christmas tree each year. I went to Dollarama and got the doggie note holder (aligator clip). I have one for each of my :angel: s and their name tags hanging on the aligator clip on my book cases.

Take your time, grieve and you will put Copper's things away when the time is right. :hug2:

[Julian&MistyMom]

I'm so sorry, Tina. My heart aches for you. Take one minute at a time. Be good to yourself right now. And never doubt, just how many shoulders are here for you.

[red&black]

My oldest dog, Ebony, died in May 2002. I've still not been able to go out to the building where her collar is hanging to collect it. I know I should do something with it, but it's been hanging in that same spot since dad took it off her when she died.

[andy&abby]

Sending you :0204: . I'm keeping Copper and you in my prayers.

[TessieMom]

Some of our fur children cause us to grieve more than others. Stinker is one of those for me. She was with me so long and came to be with me just before my mother passed away. It was like losing my mother all over again. Sometimes it helps to put together a memory book with all the funny and sad things you can remember.

[oscarforevermom]

I wish I knew what to say to make your heart feel better - but I can't find the words.

I know you are boken hearted and all I can offer are :pray:ers that your heart will mend and things will get better as time goes by. :hug2:

[Schatz's Mom]

Tina, I just sent you a PM. I have made several PhotoShows for people and would gladly make one of Copper. :hug2:

[CoppersOtherMom]

About 3 oclock this morning I was jarred awake by the sound of a dog barking outside. It sounded just like Copper. My heart was pounding. Of course as soon as I come fully awake realized it was the neighbors doxie running loose. Needless to say I didn't go back to sleep after that.

As the day has wore on and with me busy at work I actually feel alot better this afternoon than I did last night and so early this morning.

*hugs*

[Irminsul]

Oh Tina,

my heart breaks for you. :hugs:

[Suzanne R]

Maybe another fur baby is just what your empty heart needs?! I send you many hugs in your grief. :hug2: :hug2: :hug2: :hug2: :hug2: :hug2:

[prettybutterfly]

:angel: *gives you an angel hug* i really feel for you!!! i'm so sorrrry you have to go through this. i am more then sure that your little copper is with you in spiriit and watching over you as your little animal angel.

*sends you love and comfort*

[MomToMazzy&More]

I know you must be in pain & only time will make it better. Keep his memories in your heart. Grieve as long as you need. :0204:

[NICOLE1590]

Heres a little poem that I thougth about when I ready your message.

I thought of you with love today, but that is nothing new.
I thought about you yesterday, and days before that too.
I think of you in silence. I often speak your name.
Now all I have is memories, and your picture in a frame.
Your memory is my keepsake, with which I’ll never part.
God has you in his keeping.
I have you in my heart.

angel7:

[Soonerdogs]

I'm so sorry you are hurting. I hope remembering all the fun times will help you heal.

[marthooo]

I'm so sorry ... I can tell how much you love Copper...I, ...grief is such a hard thing to respond to because there are so many things you want to say, but I always worry whether it will sound patronizing or insensitive. I Do think your sadness is, though it feels awful, an honoring of Copper's life and the relationship you all had---and still, my heart is heavy for you.
martha

[CoppersOtherMom]

Heres a little poem that I thougth about when I ready your message.

I thought of you with love today, but that is nothing new.
I thought about you yesterday, and days before that too.
I think of you in silence. I often speak your name.
Now all I have is memories, and your picture in a frame.
Your memory is my keepsake, with which I’ll never part.
God has you in his keeping.
I have you in my heart.

angel7:
What a beautiful little poem. Thank you so much for posting it. It really says all that needs to be said.

[SirOliversMom]

My heart just breaks for you. How incredibly hard this is.

Sending big cyber hugs your way. I'm so sorry for your pain.