Oh Don, you are a gem. Thanks for that and I agree with previous comments, we hope you and Midge aren't going anywhere for a long time yet. Take care. Love Jackie and Jasper xx
I know it’s tongue in cheek but what are you thinking of Don writing about such a subject, upsetting Midge and your readers too! How about a rhyme on longevity instead.
I want to see you and Midge around for a few years yet.
Don? I honestly can relate. On a bad day, I cannot bear to think of life without Chom if anything happened to him. He turns five this year but although not a senior dog yet, he gets more tired , much more quickly than he used to. Under his snout there is white fur his face is older and wiser. He needs more rest and sleeps a lot more. I am acutely aware of the passage of his time. Luckily if I go first he has other family, but would he miss me? I think it would be relatively short lived if he did because my children are good substitutes. But I do think about it. The most unfair thing about loving dogs is that they live such short lives.
Oh Caspiana, We have just been down that path,Had our 10 year old labrador Nina put to sleep. Bless her,She had started having fits,which got worse.Medication helped at first but wore off.So with vets advice we had to let her go,Its so sad and so heartbreaking but you cannot let them suffer. Ido hope Chom and Midge go on enjoying their lovely owners company for a long time.Plus all the other pet owners as well .Midge and company.Take care Rose x
I’m sorry if my rhyme made you feel like that, Cas, it shouldn’t do because our situations are miles apart. I’m 88 and Midge is roughly the same age in dog years. Chom is in his prime you you are young and have recently undergone a complete a refurbishment.
It doesn’t make me sad discussing the practicalities of who goes first, it’s something that is going to happen. Whether I should be postingmy thoughts in that way is another matter, I certainly don’t wish to upset people, it was intended be amusing.
No, actually it wasn't your rhyme , your rhyme is delightful Don. It's just how I've been feeling as I have had some bad days recently. Not your fault at all. So please don't worry and don't let my dark ☁️ upset you. xx 😊😁
Dear Cas hate to think of you feeling blue, hope it is short lived. Rosie is 15 in December so I know we will not have her much longer which is an awful thought. Although she still acts like a puppy, loves to play and can certainly run very quickly in the garden when another dog goes by. Love and Hugs Carole and Rosie 😘😘
What a thought. But as you say she's still very agile which is a very good sign. Now I understand people when they say it takes a long time to even consider getting another dog after their dog passes. When I think about how much time we actually have with them, it will never be enough will it? xx 🐕🐶
Same here, I woke up upset and Then read your Rhyme Don, Tears Flowing, But that's just me these days. I worry about Princess, she is 10 (human) years very soon. Stay safe Don & Midge. XXX
Princess has developed another Abscess(3rd Time) on her Cheek. Hubby discovered it about half hour ago, Luckily we had the Medication for her, So, just lots of Cuddles and no Treats for a few Days. XXX C.
Lovely poem Don brought a tear to my eye. I know it was light hearted but it is a worry either way. However I am sure you both have many more years together. Love to you and Midge. Carole and Rosie (Rosie is 15 in December so I know we haven’t got long together)
I feel the same . Had a really wobbly few days last week when I didn't feel like interacting on my WhatsApp friends group chat. Felt like crying all day instead. Hey ho 1 of my friends messaged me privately then facetimed me as she realised I might be struggling. Now its my turn to help her as her mum (90+) has to go into care and she's the wobbly one.
Take care dear Don. Would love to see Midge photo . Miss my dog even 5 years on after going over the rainbow bridge x Anita
Yes it's true, dogs leave a gap which never fills in later years. I've posted many photos of Midge on here I dare not post another. Here's one of her before she went grey.
It's a nice rhyme Don thank you, you and midge will be with us for a long time . Let's be thankful for our fury friends stay safe and have a lovely day 😊 Bernadette and Jack xxxx 🌈
When you press ‘like’ it records a like, which I like, then gives you the choice to ‘unlike’ it if you change your mind. It doesn’t always do that, I’ve no idea why.
The rhyme was intended to be mainly amusing but a bit sad, not a lot, as we both try to do what is best for the other.
I don’t tend to have up or down days, Iris, but more up and down periods within days. That way it stops me going too far down, or too far up, making it difficult to level out again. 😉😘x
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