I know this statement is so cliché, but it expresses the days of my life as I move forward since Dymond’s passing. Now everyday is a blessing, don’t get me wrong, and I am truly grateful for the many wonderful blessing bestowed upon me. But I do have moments when a certain noise, smell, outing, location or mem0ry remind me of my sweet girl. Then I have days when I feel great waking up and carrying her in my heart. This picture reminds me of one of those moments. In this photo Dymond was five months old and she was so fun and full of life. She loved running in the backyard and making noise with her squeaky toys. She was also a stinker because she ate the wall and made a couple holes in the backyard. Oh the gold ol’ puppy days, when I could have pulled my hair out…lol.
This is no surprise, you’re still missed Dymond and you ALWAYS will be!
Such a happy puppy picture! Honest to goodness, she has a grin on her face!
Don’t worry Dymond, we know you didn’t dig holes in the yard or try and eat the wall! It was that alter ego of yours…Lil’ Stinker!!
Katrina, those “waves of grief” that come out of the blue just plain hurt! Thank goodness we have the good memories to carry us through…and the support of a community who understands.
Thanks for sharing this sweet picture of Dymond as an adorable puppy! So darn CUTE!!
Lots of love to you!
Sally and Alumni Happy Hannah and Merry Myrtle too!
Thank you Sally. Yes those waves of grief definitely hurt and I’m very grateful for the memories and the support of this amazing community. Lots of love and hugs to ALL!
What a beautiful puppy Dymond!
I want you to know Katrina, I still start crying over pets long passed completely at random. I can only say it’s a testament to how much we love them still.
Thank you for sharing the sting,
Rascal and Co.
Thank you so much. It is so comforting to know that I am not alone.
Some days will always be better than others. No matter how long it is. I still have moments and next month is 2 years. You are still early in the grieving process.
Love her baby picture
Michelle & Angel Sassy
Thank you Michelle. There are times when I go from high to low. Especially when something triggers a memory. I am so comforted in knowing she is at peace and watching over me.
I hope I can post here, I have been having issues with my iPad lately….
I just want to say, like everyone else has already said, there is absolutely no timeframe or gauge when it comes to our grieving process. My Polly has been gone almost a year and a half already and I still have bad, sad, tearful days. In fact I still have really sad days occasionally when I think about my first 2 Lab girls that have been gone 4 years, and 15 years now….I will always have a very special place in my heart for them all, and will always miss them. So it is a normal thing in my opinion, to always grieve what you have loved so much, it is something you come to accept, but never really get over.
Hoping time will bring you closer to more peace in your heart,
Bonnie, Angel Polly, and new crew
Thank you SO much! It is so refreshing to know I am NOT alone. I guess I thought what I was feeling was odd, but having loved her SO much I fill such a void. The uplifting words and encouragement definitely help.
BTW, I love this puppy pic of your sweet Dymond…. The puppy time is the best, I love Rotties! 🙂
Thank you! She was a sweet girl and such a stinker!! lol…
Over a year into this journey AND a new pup and I STILL get days and weeks of paralyzing sadness… I thought I was doing better but I’ve had some really tough work/life weeks and I miss my Shelby girl. But I do feel her paw guiding me … and telling me all will be ok.
I love that photo of her … adorable!!!!
It will get better but she will fur-ever be in your heart. Hugs!
Thank you SO much. Sometimes I just hate being sad and I have to remind myself that she displayed such courage and she would want me to be strong.
I loved to see this photo, it actually showed up in my twitter timeline and I KNEW it was her from her sweet face! You two love each other so much, even now, I know it. I think of you guys often in my own life with Eva, rarely do I really feel like I see someone who has the feelings for their dogs that I have for E. You’ll always have her in your head and your heart 🙂 And she has you to watch all the time!
Thank you SO much, I appreciate your kind words. You’re right even now I love her SO very much. As you know the bond is indescribable and I’m so fortunate to have given and received that kind of love from my pet.