I miss you already Sabre

[Spoiled Rott'n]

Alas, a ray of sunshine in my depressing week, I just brought Sabre's ashes home from the vet, they did a wonderful urn for him. Now it feels like we are making some progress to the road to normal again. Not to mention that today was my 2nd day of my physical therapy for my knee that I just had operated on and the therapist was impressed with the increased mobility I have already.

New years eve we stayed home as Cody our remaining notweiler had a few throwing up episodes and we kissed and toasted when the ball dropped and all went to bed.

Coming home is still kinda sad, as Sabre had his own special way of greeting us, and Cody well he's just so sad, ears back and tail not wagging. So little steps each day.

I still get sad , get mad , get glad all in the same day but so many have said that is normal. The getting mad part was brought to me on saturday afternoon at the grocery store. My mom and I were putting my grocery on the belt and something popped into my head about Sabre and I immediately started crying. The checkout lady asked what was wrong and I told her that my dog had just passed away that day before and she remarked she was sorry. But the idiot lady in front of me said "It was only a dog".

I stopped what I was doing and before I could muster a response, my mom who was with me told her to mind her own business and that was her grand fur kid she was talking about, then the lady says it again. I was floored.

I cleared my through through my sobs and said "Well at least he got love and gave love more than I can say for you!" Well that shut her up.... thank goodness she did not park near us in the parking lot because I swear my mom would have run her over with the shopping cart!! I mean I understand everyone is entitled to their opinion but lordie bee I was also taught if you dont have anything good to say dont say anything at all!

I appreciate everyone's support here, as I suspect you all understand and well most of you seem to have been there yourselfs and even quite recently. So I feel some much comfort here .

[kathyg]

[quote=Sam's Mom;721690]I am so very sorry for your sudden loss of
We are blessed with their love and devotion and I believe death does not stop the cycle of love. He is watching over you and still loving you till you meet again. Know that the pain does subside and smiles do come again.


I'm obviously unaware of your personal spiritual beliefs, but I can let you know that through my own personal experience in dealing with the anguish of losing someone you love so dearly, that he is STILL with you, for soul & spirit never die. I wish I knew you personally in order to be able to recount my "other worldly"- like experiences that I had after my loved ones' passings, but I assure you he lives on & that you will be with him again in time. I promise you. It's all been true and remains so, despite our ever pesimistic world. Tell him over & over how much he means to you, for it will help make you feel better. He knows it all full well, and feels the same for you. Talk to him before you fall asleep at night, for he still hears every word. You were destined to be together in life and will be destined for eternity together. Keep him in your heart every day of every year and eventually he will be by your side once more as you stroke his soft & warm coat. Best to you, and please believe - he's not gone forever. He is yours and you are his. Always.

[Stubby]

Sooo sorry to hear

I do know what you are going through. Been there myself. It does get better, but it takes some time.. I still miss my Aussie to this day and get all teary every time I think about him.. And it's been 4 years....

[kerry grant]

You poor things ,so very sorry for you ,You gave him a good home and lots of love and that memory will stay with him forever and yourselfs. xx

[Urbanbiketech]

I'm sad to hear of another passing. Keep up your hope, though. It's been four years now since we lost Binka, and the photo of him on my desk doesn't make me sad anymore.

Now I can only remember the crazy good times we had

[hhalford]

I'm sorry for your loss as well. Dogs are incedible creatures. They are always in a good mood! They love you through thick and thin. Keep those memories with you at this hard time.

[ssutton31864]

So sorry to hear of your loss. I lost my sweet angel Brandy one month ago and I understand the pain and loss you are feeling I still cry almost daily and hope with time that it will get better and only be replaced by happy memories. I think one of the harder things is seeing on a daily basis the sadness of the surviving furbaby as I too am going thru this and it breaks my heart. All we can do is love the ones we have and strive to move forward and take it one day at a time. My thoughts and prayers are with you on your road to recovery both physically and emotionally.

[Sheenagirl]

I am so sorry for the loss of your Sabre. When reading your post I could feel just how much you and your husband loved him. You know Sabre knew just how much you loved him also. Know I feel your pain. I know the stress is so hard to handle. Every time I come home I look for Sheena to be in her favorite places around the house. Every time I find a wisp of her hair... I just wanted to let you know you are not alone. Sabre sure has a lot of playmates at the Rainbow Bridge...

[AngelBunny]

I am so very very sorry for your loss. Our Rottie buddies never live long enough. I hope you find consolation in knowing that Sabre had the best life he could possibly have had because he was you dog, loved by you and your family.

[Spoiled Rott'n]

Things are getting somewhat better with our sorrow over Sabre. It still amazes me the stuff I miss about him. All the times he was licking his paw, rottie grumbles and groans, and the way I swear he was listening to me cocking his head back and forth. I was cleaning up the other day and just seeing his fur and his empty favorite spaces by the couch and bed that he would curl up by brought a tear to me eyes.

Coming here has so helped, it seems like you all have the inside track on how special our furkids are and boy it helps soothe the hole in my heart. It has been over 2 weeks now and I sometimes still wait to see him. Now I know he is not physically here but when for 9 1/2 years you let two dogs in from outside after romping in the mud, it is hard to get used to just 4 paws to wipe off.

Thanks again from the bottom of my heart...

[lovemypuppies]

Your story was truly heartbreaking. I wish I could find some magic words that would help ease your grief. I do think that KathyJ said something important when she said to express your love to Sabre every day and night. I also believe that Sabre will always be with you and he will feel the love. I also hope that your husband is feeling a bit better. What a terrible shock he suffered. You clearly would liked to have protected your husband from that experience and i found that very touching. You are in my prayers as are all those who are here at the bridge. Bless you all.

[Bucky's Mom]

I am so sorry to hear of your loss - and with no warning i am sure it was even MORE devastating

[Mojave's Mom]

I am so incredibly sorry for your loss. Your angel is still with you, every day, watching over and waiting until you are all reunited again....

[Chele]

My heart goes out you at your loss. It is so hard to let them go. I still miss all of mine that have crossed, but I keep their memories close to my heart. I'm so glad you have such wonderful memories of Sabre doing his cookie dance and nuzzles.

[Cat118]

OMG!!!! your story made me cry!!
You sound like you were a Wonderful parent for your rottie!!
My heart goes out to you!