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Topic: Dealing with the loss of a pet
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sweet-scorpion Moderator Posts: 2239 From: CO, USA Registered: Apr 2012
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posted September 19, 2014 12:21 AM
I lost my childhood pet today... I have no idea how to cope with this. I'm far away but got the news that something was seriously wrong with my cat tonight. She was taken to the pet hospital where the vet had to put her to sleep because she had a major stroke and would have been worse if she'd been taken home. (She was very old.) The fact I couldn't be there with her when she passed makes me feel horrible. We were very connected, I've never had such a beautiful, loving pet that was so kind and gentle. She was the best pet anyone could've asked for.I feel so upset and the situation feels unreal. If anyone has any advice how to cope in the coming weeks I'd appreciate it. I've been doing my best to let all my emotions out and to just accept them vs. suppressing them. But I am so devastated. I had her growing up and I'm very easily attached to animals so this is a major blow. IP: Logged |
GemBird82 Knowflake Posts: 268 From: Female bird from France Registered: Feb 2014
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posted September 19, 2014 12:56 AM
Oh...As Virgo rules pets, my friend. I guess it was Her time to get a rest. May the little energy of that being be in peace, of course, Her memory will always live in your Heart. Don't be sad, because She'll live in You just as long as you Do! IP: Logged |
fenia Knowflake Posts: 131 From: Registered: Sep 2010
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posted September 19, 2014 01:02 AM
I 'm really really sorry. I think you should try to be reasonable about it, death comes for us all.. Allow to yourself to mourn for few days and then you should go on..Cry but think that you are strong and you should live to remember it.. IP: Logged |
Plutonian_Gal8 Knowflake Posts: 442 From: Registered: Jan 2014
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posted September 19, 2014 04:37 AM
My sincerest condolences dear…Mourning has to take it's natural course, though no one ever wants to sustain the pain of it… I can only suggest that you gravitate towards anything that can center you…so that your pain can transcend into an aura of peace…. Exp. When my spirit feels heavy, I have to get by some water. Lakes, bays, water fountains etc. I put myself in an environment where my emotions can spill but upon that release there's a gratifying sensation of serenity…. I felt your pain through your words and I am just so sorry for your loss. Warmest hugs from afar
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Dee Moderator Posts: 3203 From: Registered: Apr 2009
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posted September 19, 2014 05:15 AM
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sweet-scorpion Moderator Posts: 2239 From: CO, USA Registered: Apr 2012
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posted September 19, 2014 03:53 PM
To all who replied, thank you for your kind words and sympathy. I appreciate it. I'll try to keep in mind that it's good to preserve happy memories of her to keep her alive in spirit. I'll also take the suggestion of gravitating toward what centers me.IP: Logged |
fenia Knowflake Posts: 131 From: Registered: Sep 2010
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posted September 19, 2014 08:20 PM
quote: Originally posted by sweet-scorpion: To all who replied, thank you for your kind words and sympathy. I appreciate it. I'll try to keep in mind that it's good to preserve happy memories of her to keep her alive in spirit. I'll also take the suggestion of gravitating toward what centers me.
I hope you feel better..IP: Logged |
Randall Webmaster Posts: 44715 From: Saturn next to Charmainec Registered: Apr 2009
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posted September 20, 2014 08:59 PM
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Down The Rabbit Hole Newflake Posts: 13 From: Registered: Sep 2014
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posted September 21, 2014 10:26 AM
I'm so sorry.. losing an animal is always heartbreaking.. It feels alot like losing a family member. I understand exactly how you feel.Cry if you need to, let it all out. focus on positive thoughts that can help you move forward. Just know this will make you a stronger person. IP: Logged |
hannaramaa Knowflake Posts: 8212 From: Registered: Nov 2011
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posted September 21, 2014 12:08 PM
Oh no! Condolences SS IP: Logged |
Aubyanne Moderator Posts: 398 From: Tinseltown, Hollyweird, The Multiverse Registered: Sep 2014
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posted September 21, 2014 01:11 PM
quote: Originally posted by sweet-scorpion: I lost my childhood pet today... I have no idea how to cope with this. I'm far away but got the news that something was seriously wrong with my cat tonight. She was taken to the pet hospital where the vet had to put her to sleep because she had a major stroke and would have been worse if she'd been taken home. (She was very old.) The fact I couldn't be there with her when she passed makes me feel horrible. We were very connected, I've never had such a beautiful, loving pet that was so kind and gentle. She was the best pet anyone could've asked for.I feel so upset and the situation feels unreal. If anyone has any advice how to cope in the coming weeks I'd appreciate it. I've been doing my best to let all my emotions out and to just accept them vs. suppressing them. But I am so devastated. I had her growing up and I'm very easily attached to animals so this is a major blow.
I'm so sorry, sweet-scorpion. It just takes time. We've all (mostly all) been there. Like you, I was away (in another state, where I'd taken up residence a few years before) when mine passed. His name was Phoenix; he was a piece of my adolescence in and of itself. Aqua Sun, Libra Moon. :hugs: IP: Logged |
LionFish Knowflake Posts: 1315 From: Registered: Aug 2012
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posted September 21, 2014 02:56 PM
Aww ss, I'm so very sorry **hugs**I know that pain all too well. Just know that her spirit will always be in your heart. Time will make it hurt less. IP: Logged |
melodiemelodie Knowflake Posts: 178 From: Montreal,Qc,Canada Registered: Jul 2014
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posted September 22, 2014 04:09 PM
quote: Originally posted by sweet-scorpion: I lost my childhood pet today... I have no idea how to cope with this. I'm far away but got the news that something was seriously wrong with my cat tonight. She was taken to the pet hospital where the vet had to put her to sleep because she had a major stroke and would have been worse if she'd been taken home. (She was very old.) The fact I couldn't be there with her when she passed makes me feel horrible. We were very connected, I've never had such a beautiful, loving pet that was so kind and gentle. She was the best pet anyone could've asked for.I feel so upset and the situation feels unreal. If anyone has any advice how to cope in the coming weeks I'd appreciate it. I've been doing my best to let all my emotions out and to just accept them vs. suppressing them. But I am so devastated. I had her growing up and I'm very easily attached to animals so this is a major blow.
hugs!!
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Ellynlvx Knowflake Posts: 10073 From: the Point of Light within the Mind of God Registered: Aug 2013
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posted September 22, 2014 11:08 PM
Feel Better Soon.------------------ Love, Ellyn IP: Logged |
Barbiegirl19 Knowflake Posts: 4682 From: Pluto with DeepFreeze Registered: Jul 2013
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posted September 23, 2014 08:23 AM
Oh no. I'm so sorry. Stay strong, rememeber all of the fun, wild and crazy memories with her. Sending lots of hug. IP: Logged |