Worse week

[Nicky2603]

I have not been on the forum, last Monday I lost after 11 years together my faithful friend, baby, Charlie the best dog who changed my life for the better and brought me joy every day. We are devastated it was very sudden. I have not been able to run all week as kept breaking down. Yesterday it when it was pouring with rain input on my running gear, if the tears came no one would know as pouring. I set off and just ran lost in my thoughts. I managed 6k in 38mins my fastest time. It did not seem like I was running faster. I felt better for it and will go back out again after work tomorrow. 🏃‍♀️

[Week7 Graduate10]

So sorry to hear your news.

As owner of a dog we got from a rescue centre as a 2 year old 10years ago I know how important they become in the ups and downs of life. We all dread having to say goodbye to them but have the privilege of knowing we can give them the best life we can whilst we have them.

I'm glad the running gave you some comfort. And I know this isn't important to you right now_but what a cracking time to notch up for 6k especially in the circumstances. Well for you for getting out and running so well

[Nicky2603 60minGraduate in reply to Week7]

Thank you. He has left such a massive hole. But feel privileged to have had him in our lives. I felt better after running especially in the rain x

[Nicky2603 60minGraduate in reply to Week7]

I always had to walk him before I went for a run lol x

[Week7 Graduate10 in reply to Nicky2603]

That must have made it very tough to get out of the door for your run ,but the first time for anything is always the worst!

Things will get easier and you have all your lovely memories and (I suspect) lots of lovely photos to enjoy when you are ready for that.

In the meantime. Family, friends and running will see you through.

[Instructor57 Graduate10]

So sorry to hear your sad news , but very well done on getting out there running again !

I'm sure it helped !

A good distance and pace also .

Well done you 👍

[TotalNewbie1 Graduate10]

I am so sorry that you lost your beloved Charlie, it is so tough to lose a pet. I do hope the running helped.

[Ant50 Graduate10]

Really sorry to hear about your loss. A couple of our friends have recently lost their dogs, so I know how hard it is as they are such a major part of your life. I know it’s no consolation at all, but at least running in the rain hid your tears and managed to get you out to clear your head a little. Hope the pain eases soon.

[Catho78 Graduate10]

So sorry for your loss, had the run helped a bit, and super speedy. Thinking of you x

[nowster Graduate10]

We lost the family Labrador over ten years ago. I still miss him. I wasn't even in favour of us having a dog.

[JoBell21 Graduate10]

It’s so hard to lose your best pal x I have my Labrador’s ashes under the bed ! I lasted 2 weeks before going to North West Labrador Rescue. They just leave such a big hole - you don’t ever replace them but there is so much love waiting for someone x Be kind to yourself and take care x

[LurcherMum Graduate10]

So sorry for your loss. Put your energy into running. No one will notice the tears as you flash by. In time, you'll be smiling as you run along remembering his quirky ways.

[9weeks2Run Graduate10]

I am so sorry for your loss of your beloved Charlie, that is so sad. Well done for going out for a run I hope the running continues to help you.

[Cowladyrunning Graduate10]

Ah that's sad. It is so hard losing your dog. Well done for getting out.

[GoogleMe Graduate10]

I'm so glad you got that much needed bit of solace. Dogs are so ever present in our lives that when they go the loss is massive.

[ThisGirlNowRuns Graduate10]

So sorry to hear about Charlie. Know exactly how you feel - losing my Alfie in June is what got me into running. Hope you're OK.

[swim63 60minGraduate]

So Sorry to hear of your loss, it's the most dreadful feeling.

Such a huge gap left in our lives when they go, still miss my German shepherd after 4 years 😓.

Well done for getting out there , that's amazing

[Cmoi Graduate10]

Only just seen this Nicky2603 . So sorry; I know how heartbreaking it is to lose a dog. Your run was fabulous though, and a great tribute to Charlie.