I am so sorry to hear about your dog Annette, I hope you are feeling ok though. It is nice to hear from you though.
Shawn

Thank you Shawn.

Christy called. I wanted to call her back, but I just can't stop crying long enough to call her.

I've spent the entire weekend inebriated. (or thatÂs what it feels like anyway.)

Oh ((((Annette))) I am so sorry to hear of your beautiful
Jakes passing.
That my friend is a beautiful tribute to your dear Jake, I
can feel your love for him in your words and I know he is
still around you.
Please know your in my thoughts and prayers.
Karen

Thank you Karen.

Thank you for your kind words. He was loved and adored.

As my sweetie says, there are some people that will never live the life that Jake had, he had a great life.

And for that, I can think "I gave him all I had to give."

I just wasn't ready for the ravages of time to take him.

Love and peace. I miss talking to all of you, terribly.

Annette, I'm so sorry about your furry friend. Thank you for sharing how much he meant to you.

Linda

Annette, I am so sorry about Jake. I know you must be devastated. I have been thinking of you and wondered how you have been and thought you must be busy. I understand you not calling me back. I just wanted you to know I was thinking of you and hope you feel better soon. Jake will be with you again one day. Hugs,
Kristy

I'm sorry. I will call you.

I just can't stop crying. Today was the first day, no waking up with him, no letting him out, no pills, no helping him up, no cleaning his sheets, etc.

Today was as bad as yesterday. And I didn't think anything could be as bad as yesterday.

But he just told me today (it has taken him until today) that Jake was at peace. He kept his eyes on Jake, and Jake's eyes never left his.

He said they just looked into each others eyes. He was calm, and peaceful. He told me it was good I didn't go because I would have upset Jake, which is what I was trying to avoid.

My emotional selfishness was not what was best for Jake in his final moments.

I would rather live with my personal regrets than impose my selfishness on my sweet puppy in his final moments.

I need another beer. . .jeezuz, I'm a train wreck.

I am so sorry for you and Jake. Somehow our babies know when it is time and Jake told you it was time. As hard as it is to swallow, Jake was ready and you were unselfish enough to set him free. You will meet again. And you will always feel blessed for knowing him. Never knowing him would be much, much worse.

What a wonderful fun dog! you made me laugh with the deer story (thank-you) You have been blessed to have had such love. I'm very sorry for your loss I personaly believe they have a soul and will greet us on the other side, otherwise I could not handele it. You were a good mom to end it Please don't feel guilty about that. I could not take buddy and he suffered terriblely for my selfishness, Cindy

I know we will have to make that hard decision with Mercedes one day and I would have to be the one to do it. John would not be able to either. We have been blessed that with all the medication she is doing better but I know what you mean about each day and the routine with the medicine and the bedding but the love and companionship is worth it all. I will do what I have to for Mercedes as long as she is able to enjoy life but if it gets to the point that she is in pain and not able to enjoy life I will do the painful thing for me but set her free to wait for us on the other side. Have another beer Annette and tomorrow is another day. One day at a time and you will slowly heal and be able to remember the good times without so much of the pain a little at a time. Cindy I don't know you as well as Annette but I really feel for you as well. We all get so attached to our pets especially when they have grown old with us that they are just like one of your kids and don't even talk back. Except my little devil dog, lol. She does talk back for real. She goes wahhraaharaa and turns her head sideways like she is argueing with you sometimes, lol. All of you going through this terrible grief process with loved ones right now keep your chin up and remember we are all here for you and care about you.

my sympathies for those of you with recent losses. It is a difficult time, loosing a member of your family, furry or human, expected or not. It is a trying time but your memories will help you through.

Mary

My sincere sympathy to you about Jake's death. Recently I lost my beloved sister and my only solace is knowing that she is now free from her years of pain and suffering and in a better place without that agony. May it comfort you to know that Jake's death cannot diminish the important ways Jake touched your life, that grief cannot take away the happiness you shared, that sorrow will fade in time...but LOVE remains forever. Jon on 7-28-08

Here is a link that might be useful: Mississippi Garden

Annette
I am so sorry to hear about Jake, but you were blessed to have shared his life and been a good mom to him. He will be waiting for you at Rainbow Bridge where he will have alot of new friends.
Hugs
Linda

Dear, Dear Annette: So very sorry to hear about your sad loss. It is never easy to say good bye to loyal and devoted friends. But please know that is the only thing they ever ask of us ... to ease their suffering. You gave Jake the loving care he needed and he knew how much you loved him. So even tho it is painful for you right now, my dear friend, it is more peaceful for him. My heartfelt sympathies. I wish you the healing of time. Jake will always be in your heart, as you are in mine. Blessings. Gloria

Annette, I am so sorry! You will be in my thoughts and prayers.

Theresa

Dweeb, I am so very sorry to hear of your loss! Jake was so very fortunate to have someone like you in his life, as it sounds like he definitely did not have "a dog's life," instead you made him family. Although you are hurting now, this will pass and you will soon be able to just enjoy all those wonderful memories you both created, and smile.

Although it is a sad occasion, It is good to see you posting again. Wondered where you were. I am very sorry for your loss, Annette.

annette,i know how you feel.we lost one seven years ago,swore i wouldn't,couldn't go thru it again.have had a sweet casey(boxer) for six years now,spent lots at the vet,knowing she want be here foever,vet says 7 or 8 more years,don't want the day to come to be where you are again. almost like loosing one of your childfren.peace be with you.you don't get over it we learn to cope.
best to you,patricia

WOW!!! This has been a rough weekend...
Annette.. I know how much you loved Jake and what a huge part of your family he was. I have read so many of his funny antics..Thank You for sharing them~him with us.. I am sitting here with a lump in my throat and tears in my eyes..I truly understand your loss... My heart is with you my friend..
Kylie

O Annette..my dear Dweeby..I am SO SO sorry for your loss. I know you loved him dearly. But as others have said, as well as you, he is in a happy place now and someday..though I pray to God not any time soon!! You will see him again. Just remember all the happy times you shared with him, though it is heartbreaking to remember. You are in my prayers and thoughts. I am so sorry, I wish I could hug you. (((((hugs)))))
Daniella

HI Annette,
I am new to GW and brug forum. So I don't know you, but I just read your post and cried for you. I'm a stranger and I can tell from the way you worded everything that Jake was truly loved and happy. The emptyness you must feel,I'm sure, is great. I will give my puppies an extra hug and kiss tonight for you. Just think that he is in a place waiting for you, not gone forever, just tangibly.

I'm so sorry. Our pets are truely important members of our family and I know you will miss him terribly. Give yourself time to grieve however long it takes, but just try to remember, he is not gone, he is just away.

Annette I'm so sorry. What a beautiful tribute you wrote to your friend.
Karyn