It's so hard to visit here
* Genevieve....Patch.....Bogart.....Bailey.....Daytona.....Archie.......Martin Zephren.... and so many more* Farewell to the beauties and brave boys. "Those of us who surround ourselves with lives more temporary than our own, live within a fragile circle that is easily and often breached. Yet knowing this, we still would choose to live no other way." -- Irving Townsend |
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| Yes, it is the most difficult part of my day. |
| I agree! I wouldn't come if I didn't feel it is so important to recognise the deep felt grief that we experience due to the loving bonds we have with our beloved companions. |
Sheepdogma wrote: It's so difficult for me to visit this topic, so I am lax in sending my condolences to the grieving parents. Recently many of the Sheepies that had so many stories when I joined the forum over 4 years ago are saying goodbye. * Genevieve....Patch.....Bogart.....Bailey.....Daytona.....Archie.......Martin Zephren.... and so many more* Farewell to the beauties and brave boys. "Those of us who surround ourselves with lives more temporary than our own, live within a fragile circle that is easily and often breached. Yet knowing this, we still would choose to live no other way." -- Irving Townsend I love that quote- it does put the feelings to words! Thank you so much for sharing it. Yes- my heart really sinks when I see that there is an active topic here and it is a difficult one to open. Actually my heart 'hurts'. But like Mim I know how comforting it is when there are others that really understand so I never feel that I can overlook this topic. I often feel that there are no words that can really express the sorrow for someone who has lost a part of their heart--but I try. |
| Like the rest of you, I am hesitant to open a thread under this topic. But I do respond, sometimes through a PM, to let the member know they are not alone, that we all are here for them. I remember how awful it was when I lost my Millie. 'We' (Dino and I) felt all alone and the grief, at times, was unbearable. We would just sit on the couch and cry. I had never lost a pet before, and didn't realize how this would impact our lives. I nearly lost it, when, after taking the next day off, I went back to work and was asked by a non-dog person...""Are you OK NOW????"""  It was then I realized that many people just don't have a clue about our strong bonds with these wonderful creatures. The Crossing to Rainbow Bridge topic, is one of the most important one on this forum. We need each other so much during this very, very sad time.  |
sheepieshake wrote: The Crossing to Rainbow Bridge topic, is one of the most important one on this forum. We need each other so much during this very, very sad time. It is such a safe haven for grief, to be among those who realize the profound impact, and the lingering grief. We all cry with each loss. |
| my heart sinks every time I see a new post in this thread....hugs to all.....bit teary just opening the thread..xxxx |
| I feel the same way the rest of you do when seeing a new thread. I don't always write when I first read this just because it's so hard to know what to say. I've also heard the insensitive remark when someone has been grieving the lose of a pet, "it's only a dog". That one really gets to me since I've had to grieve several of those "only dogs". It hurts. |
| Ditto, Ditto, Ditto My heart sighs when I see a new posting here. Another beloved one has moved on. |
| Being on the receiving end of the many comforting posts and private messages, this portion of the oes.org forum has been very helpful. I miss my sweet girl terribly and am still in total disbelief that she is gone forever. We would have been just returning from the dog park and a trip to Starbucks this morning. Tomorrow would have been another delightful few hours visiting one of our favorite nursing homes and the list goes on and on. Patch died Jan 24, and I am still shedding tears thinking of all our fun times together. And I am still receiving condolences and notes - this morning my elderly neighbors brought over a loaf of bread and a card after hearing about Patch. But, time does help the healing process along with the thoughtful people of this forum. Thank you for your kindness. Denise |
| To me this thread is the most important one in this forum. I didn't find this forum until my Sammy had died. The kindness and comfort people gave me, a complete stranger is something I will always treasure. It's so hard when I see a new thread get posted because it brings back my loss but I feel it's my duty to give back some of the comfort I have received. The people on this board are sometimes the only people we know who truly understands the pain and grief we go through. I also noticed it's been especially sad recently with the sudden passing of so many of our sheepie friends and also my beloved Westie Max. I highly recommend "A Dog's Purpose" by W. Cameron Bruce. It gave me so much comfort and peace after Max's passing. |
| I agree with everthing said. This is my first time back to the OES.org site since I lost both Bailey & Emmett in October and it is difficult. I would like to be able to be there for everyone who has been there to help me, but it's still just too painful. I'd also like to start to consider helping out with rescues but reading those stories is just as painful. Maybe someday again...hopefully soon. In the meantime, to everyone who has lost a sheepie here, my most heartfelt sympathies and warmest thoughts go out to you. I hope that they are all playing together, where no fences are needed and no dangers are present, they are all like puppies again waiting for us. Betsy missing Bailey & Emmett every day |
Bailey's & Emmett wrote: I agree with everthing said. This is my first time back to the OES.org site since I lost both Bailey & Emmett in October and it is difficult. I would like to be able to be there for everyone who has been there to help me, but it's still just too painful. I'd also like to start to consider helping out with rescues but reading those stories is just as painful. Maybe someday again...hopefully soon. In the meantime, to everyone who has lost a sheepie here, my most heartfelt sympathies and warmest thoughts go out to you. I hope that they are all playing together, where no fences are needed and no dangers are present, they are all like puppies again waiting for us. Betsy missing Bailey & Emmett every day hugs for you xx |
| Words can not express how appreciated the support and care from the oes.org members here on this forum. The time with our sheepies is so precious, and the care and suggestions from puppy to adult in the sheepie related categories here was so helpful over the years. Each day the burden of grief was made lighter by the kindness of the oes.org members . In our situation, a health issue precipitated a health crisis. For one month, we saw our brave sheepie face such a difficult time. True to his spirit he never complained and to come to terms with the final goodbye for me was very overwhelming. He is safe and at peace. The love he gave us is in our hearts and we will support others who are facing illness with their pet in honor of Bogart. |
| yes i hate coming here and having to post my miss daytona and my dolly within 2 years it does hurt but really helps to have all you guys my friends really know how i feel .in a way it does help with the loss .. all of us hate to see so many in the last few years leave us |
| All you've expressed is so very true. It is hard to come and read of the loss, but so important that we help each other through the most difficult of times. I can't tell you how much it has meant to us to have your support and kindness during our grief having just lost Genevieve. I appreciate it so much. |
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