Over the past few months I have been wrestling with a decision which I did not want to make but knew I would have to make at some point. Some decisions are easy or seem easy, this one was one of the most difficult decisions I think I have ever had to make.
Yesterday, Saturday October 24th I took Tara to the Vet for the last time. Over the past few months she was getting more and more confused and I believe less aware of her surroundings and people. I was forced to block off the stairs as she would fall down the stairs periodically. As the time went on I begin to see that she was not enjoying a good quality of life but really just surviving.
After almost 15 years together it has been a long journey together and we had some great adventures. While some people would not understand the connection, Tara was a part of my family and a true friend who no matter what was happening in life, no matter what kind of mood I was in, she would give me unconditional love.
Now as I look around my empty, quiet house I am expecting to look over beside me and see her sleeping peacefully. A part of my heart has been ripped out and I have an emptiness which is so painful I am not sure when this pain will fade.
Good Bye Baby Monster.
Oh Anthony…
I know that any words I say won’t help with the ache. I am really sorry. I do think that Tara had a wonderful life, knew she was loved and spoiled and appreciated all the treats, affection and attention you gave to her.
My thoughts are with you…
Agreed. She was well loved, and had a great life. She will definitely be missed by all who met her. It was a hard decision, but you did good by her.
Gimme a call sometime if you want to talk or do something out and about.
It sounds like it was time, but I know that is hard. We will all miss her.
Thanks for the kind words and thoughts, it has been very difficult emotionally as I work through this time.