OT Goodbye Emma

My dear Emma went to sleep in my arms with the gentle help of our vet at noon today. She became so tired over the weekend, and it was time. I'll see her again; she'll be in heaven, or it won't be heaven.

Dawne

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Dawne Peterson
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Dawne, I'm so sorry but you know you have done the right thing by her. Here's hugs for you and hoping the next few days go quickly so it hurts a little less.

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

You will be sad, I understand, don't let your grief then stay your hand for this day more than all the rest your love for me must stand the test.

We've had so many happy years. What is to come, can hold no fears You'd not want me to suffer so the time has come, please let me go.

Take me to where my needs they'll tend. and please stay with me to the end. Hold me firm and speak to me until my eyes no longer see. Please do not grieve it must be you who has this painful thing to do. We've been so close, we two these years don't let your heart hold back the tears

Anon

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lucretia borgia

Huge hugs to you, Dawne! It is such a terribly hard thing to do, but those of us who really love their furbabies definitely know when it is time to give them the kindest and greatest gift of all...eternal rest, and absence of pain.

Gillian

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Gill Murray

I'm so sorry to hear such sad news. She will surely be remembered with love.

Hugs from Lucille and Puff

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Lucille

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Karen C in California

I am so sorry Dawne mirjam

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mirjam

Hugs and more hugs

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Cheryl Isaak

Please visit the Rainbow Bridge:

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helped me when we had to let go of Honey awhile ago.

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anne

I am sorry to hear this, Dawne. They're never with us long enough.

Elizabeth

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Dr. Brat

Love to you and Emma - there will be a reunion.

Pat > My dear Emma went to sleep in my arms with the gentle help of our vet at

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Pat in Illinois

Dawne - My heartfelt sympathy to you and Emma.

Linda

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lewmew

A peaceful end to life is the greatest gift that we have the power to give. However, giving the gift is one of the most difficult of things to do.

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Bruce Fletcher (remove denture

(((((((((((Dawne)))))))))))) Emma is at the Rainbow Bridge waiting for you. The kitties send their love and support, too. CiaoMeow >^;;^<

PAX, Tia Mary >^;;^< (RCTQ Queen of Kitties) Angels can't show their wings on earth but nothing was ever said about their whiskers! Visit my Photo albums at

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Tia Mary

Dawne, I'm so sorry. You're in my prayers.

Louisa

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Louisa.Duck

I'm so sorry, Dawne. Take comfort in your many wonderful memories of her.

Hugs, from me and Jasmine

Joan

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Joan E.

Oh, how sad - I know how tough that must be, but please know that you gave her the best possible life. I'm sure Emma knew nothing but care and affection. I know how bad you miss her. It was brave of you to hold her til the end, something some can't or won't do. You are to be admired for that and you will be blessed.

When the pain has eased, it might help to make a donation to an animal organization in her memory. Also, a little album of all her pictures is nice to put together. Valerie

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val189

Thanks everybody for understanding. The clinic staff kept telling me what I was doing for Emma, but it was all about what they do for us, isn't it?? She was the dearest gentlest soul, and loved me every minute of her life, even when I didn't deserve it.

The vet said yesterday from the way she was breathing that the cancer had likely invaded her lungs, and "only her big heart kept her going". She didn't mean physically big, but big from love. Emma deserved her rest.

I found her at the Humane Society; someone had had to give her up, or, sadder to think, let her walk away from them. I am making a donation to the shelter in her name. Everyone give their favourite critter a little extra love from Emma and me, and, if the opportunity arises, consider finding a friend at the shelter. Emma cost me $27 to adopt--and what she brought was beyond price.

Dawne

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Dawne Peterson

Dawne -

Now you've made me cry!

My Belle is a Humane Society dog too. Someone had severely abused her before we got her - she was afraid to walk in front of us, afraid to go through doors, didn't know how to play and skittish beyond belief. But when she let you pet her, she nudged and asked for more. Now, she's happy, confident and still nudges to ask for more love. She is, like your Emma, a great asset to my life and I already dread the day when she will be gone. I hope that if the time comes, I am as brave as you were.

I'm particiapting in a 5K this weekend to benefit the Humane Society - I'll run for Emma too!

Linda

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lewmew

Mine has been snuggled up to me for a couple of days in that way that allows for maximum body contact. I think she may have gotten a message from your Emma.

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Karen C in California

St. Francis will be cheering you on.

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val189

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