and I have been rather particular lately about her subjects. I don't tend to participate if I don't feel that I have anything productive to offer to her topic.
This week the topic is pets and it is a perfect opportunity for me to pay tribute to someone who was very near and dear to me.
for those of you who have been following me for some time you know Muttley.... Well... this picture was taken some time ago... and Muttley went away on Monday night...
I'm not really sure how to say good-bye to my best friend of 10 years... and although I know that time heals all wounds, I cannot help but wonder if I had something to do with her early demise... you see....
On April 5th we introduced Trixy into our lives:
She certainly wasn't... but.........I cannot help but wonder if that is what she thought........
Muttley will always be:
- the dog that broke the curse (I never had a dog live past 3-1/2 before her)
- the first dog I allowed to sleep with me
- the first dog that was allowed to climb up on the furniture
There will never be another Muttley... but she will always remain in my heart.
RIP my very best friend!
Brenda I don't think it had anything to do with being replaced sometimes a new dog will add life to an older dog, there are some breeds that just do not live very long lives. Muttley was given a very pampered life it sounds like, Time will heal and pets come in and out of our lives for a purpose, they bring peace, healing, and unconditional love :)) I think it is wonderful that Muttley was the one to break the curse.
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ReplyDeleteI am so sorry that you had to say goodbye to Muttley - I changed my topic to Pets at the very last moment and after reading your post, I feel like I was meant to give you this forum to share!
You are not responsible for Muttley's passing, but I really feel for you as I understand feeling guilt over the loss of a pet. I hope in due time you can reconcile those feelings. I love Janice's comments above.
It is obvious you brought great joy into Muttley's life - Muttley looks SO happy and at peace on your furniture!
Have a blessed week!
Ramona I am a firm believer in all things happen for a reason... and perhaps you are right about the subject.
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Oh. I am very sorry for your lost. It is a very sad day, time, and sometimes the hurt occurs at very unexpected moments. We lost our family dog, the only dog we ever had for a long time...all his life. After he left, we didn't want to go through another lost like that, it was all too weird how effected we were. Time does heal but it's ok if you don't forget.
ReplyDeleteI always said I would never allow a dog to get to me because the loss would just be too great....
DeleteAwe.. Rest well Muttley. A little story from my pet experience, we had a Poodle (Muffin) that was 15 years old. I remember hearing my parents talk about how they didn't know how much longer she'd be around. (she was happy, a little lazy and slow but never showed signs of being ill) For my birthday my uncle brought me a pup, the two pups got along great. A week after Brownie(my new pup)arrived Muffin crawled up next to Brownie on his doggie bed went to sleep and peacefully became a pup angel. (Sorry for the long story) But I think that our pups know when it's the right time to go, maybe Muttley knew you'd finally be "ok" because you had Trixy?
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Debbie I love this story... and thank you...
DeleteAww. Muttley. I'm pretty sure he lived a wonderful life with you and he has lived his purpose with you as his bestfriend. But now, you have your new friend Trixy(A beagle?) and I am sure she will bring you lots of happiness as well. I think Mutley didn't think he's being replaced.I think he is even happy that you have Trixy now :)
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DeleteI sure hope you are right
Oh, you are making me cry. I love Muttley. What an adorable looking fellow. So sweet. I am so sorry for your loss.
ReplyDeleteOh my god brenda, I am so sorry.... Muttley was an amazing dog, one that gave and received a lot of lofe, and one that I fell in love with too. I understand exactly what you are feeling now, it is so hard and sad to lose a beloved pet. It sucks. But i know muttley and alex are playing together watching over both of us....
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I bet Muttley knew it was okay to leave you because you wouldn't be alone. You would have the adorable lil beagle (I sooo want one!) Maybe Muttley held on all this time just for you. just to make sure you'd be okay. what an awesome dog! <3
ReplyDeleteI totally believe animals can sense that.
Oh Brenda. This made me tear up and think of my Macy. She's 12 now and we can tell that she is getting on in age. She's our first baby. Hubby got her for me before our kids were born and we've also never had a dog this long. It breaks my heart to think of the end... we know it's nearing and I hate thinking or talking about it! I don't think Muttley thought she was being replaced... she knew she was YOUR baby. May she rest in peace! Hugs...
ReplyDeleteI am so sorry for your loss. Such a heartfelt post.
ReplyDeleteBrenda, you know I feel your pain. I am so very, very sorry. They never live long enough, ever. You two were a Team.
ReplyDeleteIt had nothing to do with Trixy. Perhaps she is there to ease your pain? Love her for her.
Muttley will be waiting on the other side of the Bridge. She has friends there...like my Maisie...
Hugs.
Brenda, I am so sorry for your loss. I almost called you when I first saw your post on Facebook, but then I decided that you may not want to talk about it and would post something when you were ready to. I hate to think of the day I have to face the same thing with Kimmy. I don't believe it had anything to do with Trixy. Muttley knew she was loved.
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