5 years ago tonight

[frontierrots]

It seems like it was just a few months ago, but in reality tonight will be the 5 year anniversary of Darla's death. She would be 6 years 2 months old this month. Can it really be that long?

While the pain is indeed duller and mostly more remote, some days/times it unexpectedly springs to life and reminds me of what I lost.

The hole in my heart remains and the loss is still keen for what "could have been"

However the additions of Bea and Annie have brought a new purpose and that alone keeps me sane (or mostly so).

Think about my happy and intense young girl if you have a chance tonight.

My life dream is for a DNA test for the SAS that killed my baby girl, may that test be created in my lifetime

Pictures

[sophie's-mom]

My thoughts are with you, Diane.

I know it still hurts.

[Mojave's Mom]

Diane,

I'm crying for both of us. My boy left us just 24 hours ago. I am sure they are together.

[moz205]

I am so sorry Mojave's Mom and frontierrotts. It is a horrible thing to go through. I did it with my 13 yo Rottie. It's never a good time but they will never leave our hearts. I have a feeling the other side is a great place to be for them. Just think, all the bones, toys and friends they have!

[debbiej]

I'm so very sorry for your loss. Both of Darla and Mojave.
If they weren't such perfect dogs, it wouldn't hurt so bad.

[Mojave's Mom]

I appreciate the support, but please, I do not want to hijack Diane's thread about her precious girl. I can only imagine that even after five years, the pain is still deep.

[rottnkidd]

This is such a sad week. You and Darla are in my thoughts this evening, Diane. Although the pain may lessen with time, I don't believe we ever truly get over losing our canine companions.
So sorry for your sadness.
kathy

[Sam's Mom]

I too pray for a definative answer and a cure!!! Special thoughts of love to your Darla tonite from Las Vegas.

[kerry grant]

lots of love to you all who have lost there darling Rottiesxxxx

[Karyn]

The ancient Egyptians believed that if you spoke the name of a loved one, their spirit would never die. So I shall whisper Darla and keep her spirit with you.

[Nina&Bill]

Looking at Darla's pictures always makes me cry- her spark & vitality shines right through them. I'm so sorry that she's gone, that you lost her so young.

Nina

[my2rotties]

I'm so sorry Diane, I remember when it happened. I was so sad for you and Darla. I'm sure you worried the most when she was running around for hikes and activities, and she was taken at home. I can also see you not believing she had a life threatening condition since she was so full of energy and spirit. I can't imagine what you went through when it happened.

It saddens me to hear that even after time, it hurts so badly to lose your heart dog. Sending you hugs from cold old Canada.

[LORHEL]

Darla is and was a legendary dog. My heart goes out to you, the pain never leaves us. And I hope your dream comes true too.