i knew it would hurt.. but never expected to hurt THIS much..

{{{HUGS Els}}} It was 11 months ago next week that I walked in those same shoes.... Crying with you Marilyn in Alberta, Canada

Hugs and more hugs, Els. We love you and are rallying around you. You're not alone.

Karen, Queen of Squishies

So very sorry for your loss. We all go thru it time and again, so we just have to think of all the wonderful times we have with our dear pets. My daughter had to put her 16-yr old cat Licorish down last weekend - it was terribly hard on her and the kids - he was an old love bug and will be dearly missed. We're crying with you.

Sharon (N.B.)

I'm so sorry! I had to do the same with my little Molly a bit over a year ago, and it really, really hurts. I believe that Molly, along with all other special critters, knew when it was time, wasn't afraid, and was somehow actually relieved to go on to the next place. For you, though, it's a horrible time, and knowing that you made the right decision doesn't make it easy.

Els, You are so right, the pain is so intense and overwhelming right now . I wish I could be there to cry with you. Know that with time the tears will slow down. Take care of your self and your health while you go through this difficult time.While I can't be there for you , go to this site for support while you grieve

. I found this place to be very helpfulHugs Donna inNWONtario

(((((( Els ))))))))) Grief is important; it helps us recognize the truly important things in life. I lost my little rat terrier Angus in the fall. I miss him so much. He was always curled up near me, no matter where I was or what I was doing.

It's alright to cry your heart out. It's the best way to work through the pain.

hugs and wishes for healing, Sunny

18 months ago I lost my beloved Sasha. Only now can I look again at the photos of my silly Siamese and enjoy our memories together. It may take some time for you to remember all the good times, instead of the pain you feel right now. Sometimes I thought it would never end. I didn't want people to tell me it would get better - I just wanted Sasha back! But she was suffering, and I promised her that I would never let her suffer.... so I had to let her go, though it broke my heart.

Crying with you now in Scotland....

-- Jo in Scotland

(((((((((((((((((((((((( HUGS )))))))))))))))))))))))))))) it is incredible how much they are missed. Time may not take away all the pain (tho it might take away most) but I have found the periods between crying become much much much longer, making the hurt bareable.

I'm so sorry about this. Hugs. Gen

My Wings are on their way. Your baby is waiting with all of ours What they are doing now? Are they comparing notes on what and how we did our quilting? Mine would be saying: " *I* was not allowed in the room--Mom was scared of stepping on me. When she was done, *I* got to check her room out...sometimes she'd hide a treat for me to find. *I* loved those days.

What is YOUR pet saying about you?

Butterfly (We lost ors a year ago Turkey Time)

Oh, Dear Els, I am there with you. I am so sorry for your loss. I am crying with you, I understand your emptiness.

You are not alone.

Hugs,

Marsha in nw, OH

I'm so very, very sorry. I tear up everytime I reado one of these posts. The pain gets easier but it never completely goes away. Big hugs to you.

My thoughts are with you.

Claudia

(((((Els))))) and my sympathy. Sometimes the kindest gift we can give our furry-loves is the hardest thing for us to do. But, remember, she will be waiting for you at the Rainbow Bridge, wagging her tail, and happy to be with you again.

ME-Judy

Sending condolences and hugs, PAT

Rainbow Bridge Author Unknown

Just this side of heaven is a place called Rainbow Bridge. When an animal dies that has been especially close to someone here, that pet goes to Rainbow Bridge. There are meadows and hills for all of our special friends so they can run and play together. There is plenty of food, water and sunshine, and our friends are warm and comfortable.

All the animals who had been ill and old are restored to health and vigor; those who were hurt or maimed are made whole and strong again, just as we remember them in our dreams of days and times gone by. The animals are happy and content, except for one small thing; they each miss someone very special to them, who had to be left behind.

They all run and play together, but the day comes when one suddenly stops and looks into the distance. His bright eyes are intent; his eager body begins to quiver. Suddenly he begins to run from the group, flying over the green grass, his legs carrying him faster and faster.

You have been spotted, and when you and your special friend finally meet, you cling together in joyous reunion, never to be parted again. The happy kisses rain upon your face; your hands again caress the beloved head, and you look once more into the trusting eyes of your pet, so long gone from your life but never absent from your heart.

Then you cross Rainbow Bridge together...

"Marie Dodge" wrote in news:fs3va5$j7a$ snipped-for-privacy@registered.motzarella.org:

Thank you Marie.. i really want to believe this.. after all the awful things that happend to me lately ( having a burnout and lost my job and income because of that and had a cancer scare..) my Kyra was the one factor in my life i could count on being there and love me unconditionally , now she is gone and i feel lost.. need some time to find my way again..i just feel so lonely now..

Els.

{{{{{{{{{{{{{{{Els}}}}}}}}}}}}}}}}}}}}}} I can sympathize. When it's time for my Clifford to go to join my other furfriends that have gone ahead, it will be a bad day indeed.