You are so tired your pain is tangible it breaks my heart to see you struggling. You are so brave you insist on your walk no matter how it makes you suffer. Your breathing is so laboured as you walk, well wobble, you limp on all four legs. Your wound still weeps as I do as I watch you. We both hide our pain as we know your Daddy is denying your struggles…he knows but it’s unspoken. You may have weeks, months or days I just pray you are happy.
As you sleep do you dream of youth? Puppy play and training to assist. No rest, training starts young in truth So much expected of you the heaven kissed. You served, you worked , we gave you play. We loved you from afar until the day You came to live with us We hope you have enjoyed your retirement A princess among dogs we love you Our children and their children love you too.
Female, wife, full time mother and Grandmother. I am not as happy go lucky as I used to be but I am still bubbling along on simmer! I have three handsome sons all grown and flown.The youngest married with a beautiful wife and two sons of his own. Back in 2010 I was working, running a home, driving and socializing then bang in a split second all that was gone. I had an accident at home. I broke my back, not for the first time, I had broken it 10 years previously as well. Unfortunately this time I had broken it really badly and it was truly messed up so I had to have two operations. I was told before each operation that the outcome could mean I spend the rest of my life in a wheelchair. Still as some guy once wrote "I am still standing " yes "better than I ever was " I no longer use the walking stick . I had lots of friends before the accident but when things like this happen, you loose most of them. Their lives move on and mine stood still and so they left me behind ...I know that is just the way life is but it hurt and always will. Then I looked around and saw those who were still there for me, these friends are the roses in my garden they need to be tended well. They are the diamonds in the dust. I will of been married 53yrs this comming year. I have found different ways to approach life, use my pain befriend it almost...yer right , well that is what they tell me at the pain clinic ROFLMAO ...... if only I could! I have found an outlet for my fears, frustrations and night terrors . I have started writing poetry if that name can be applied to my writing. I hope I do not come over as a moaning winger. I hope I am past all that. I also hope that you might see how the poetry is moving from very dark through the grey and hopefully in to light.
My back is no longer straight it is C shaped because of the injury and I have lost two and a half inches in height but my Pilates and Core teachers have helped me to stand up as straight and be as strong as possible. Pain and depression are still hanging on my arm but I have weapons to use against them and if I say so myself I cope well.
I have made lots of new friends, real diamonds. I am also very grateful for all the support and help I have encountered here on Wordpress. Hugs and welcome to everyone who visits.
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I am so sorry Willow. I know what you’re going through. We love our pets so much, it hurts to see them suffer, yet they still try to please us. Hugs to you all ❤ ❤ ❤
I understand what you are going through, it is so difficult to see our puppies as they get older. You know they are getting old, but they are still puppies at heart.
When our pets suffer, we suffer, especially since they cannot give voice to their pain. Rest easy, Ruby, and know that your humans will always love you and support you.
Hi Jacob I am sorry to hear your dog has diabetes the good thing is you can treat it now. You are right the love of a dog is like the love of a good mother 💜💜
Your post is so heart-wrenching and beautifully written. The love and admiration you have for your dog is palpable, and it’s clear that she holds a very special place in your heart. It’s incredibly difficult to watch a beloved pet suffer, and your description of your dog’s pain is so vivid that I can feel it too. Your words are a powerful reminder of the importance of cherishing every moment we have with our pets and giving them the love and care they deserve. Thank you for sharing this touching tribute to your furry friend.
She is still with us but we know we have so little time left with her now, we had no idea she could stay with us so long she is thirteen now …. But she can hardly walk and sleeps all the time . She is still happy but we must be fair to her, however much it hurts. 💜💜💜
This is such a touching tribute to your beloved furry friend. It’s heartwarming to see how much love and care you have given her, especially during this difficult time. Your words capture the beauty and essence of your special bond with her. I hope that she remains comfortable and at peace, and that you find comfort in knowing that you have given her the best possible life. Thank you for sharing this beautiful poem with us.
Thank you Sophia , I wrote this poem May 2022 she had a good year . Sadly she died twelve days ago, quietly and peacefully at home with us. She is now pain free and will be in our hearts forever.💜💜
This heartfelt tribute to your beloved companion brought tears to my eyes. The love and compassion you have for your furry friend are truly remarkable. It’s clear that you cherish every moment together. Thank you for sharing this emotional piece.
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Oh, our beautiful Ruby 🙏🏼💛🙏🏼
I am crying Sis 💜💜
🤗🤗🤗 huge hugs Sis. Stay strong xxxx
Thank you Sis I have too💜💜
So sad. My heart hurts for you. 🌹♥️
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I am so sorry Willow. I know what you’re going through. We love our pets so much, it hurts to see them suffer, yet they still try to please us. Hugs to you all ❤ ❤ ❤
Thank you 💜
I understand what you are going through, it is so difficult to see our puppies as they get older. You know they are getting old, but they are still puppies at heart.
You are so right they are like us and they just want to please us still 💜
Oh Willow, my lovely my heart is breaking for you, sending every energy I can to Ruby. Blessings with you all
Thank you Raven gratefully received 💜🙂
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When our pets suffer, we suffer, especially since they cannot give voice to their pain. Rest easy, Ruby, and know that your humans will always love you and support you.
Thank you Noelle it’s so hard 💜💜
Oh Willow. It’s hard. I hope Ruby lets you know when she’s ready.
So do I Jane it’s such a worry 💜💜💜
It’s an inevitability. But knowing that doesn’t make it any easier.
No it really doesn’t bless her 💜
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Hi Willow, I am sorry to read this. It is difficult when our pets [and parents] get old and frail.
It is, isn’t it all we can do hope we are keeping them comfortable , in both cases 💜💜
Yes, but it is hard to watch them.
Yes Robbie it truly is 💜💜
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Oh my ❤️💕. As a dog 🐕 owner I really felt that one
It’s so hard isn’t it 💜
Hang on I’m there Pup!
Doing her best bless her.💜
We just found out my 8 year old dog has diabetes, she is doing ok. But love of a dog is like the love of a mom never ending.
Hi Jacob I am sorry to hear your dog has diabetes the good thing is you can treat it now. You are right the love of a dog is like the love of a good mother 💜💜
Thank you
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Oh I am so sorry for you When our pets suffer we suffer
As a dog lover I felt that pain
Thank you it is heart braking 💜
how a beautiful post i love it
Thank you she is a lovely dog 💜
Oh Willow, I’m so sorry. Heart aching…. 💔😔
She is a real beauty 💜
Nice
Thank you 💜
Your post is so heart-wrenching and beautifully written. The love and admiration you have for your dog is palpable, and it’s clear that she holds a very special place in your heart. It’s incredibly difficult to watch a beloved pet suffer, and your description of your dog’s pain is so vivid that I can feel it too. Your words are a powerful reminder of the importance of cherishing every moment we have with our pets and giving them the love and care they deserve. Thank you for sharing this touching tribute to your furry friend.
She is still with us but we know we have so little time left with her now, we had no idea she could stay with us so long she is thirteen now …. But she can hardly walk and sleeps all the time . She is still happy but we must be fair to her, however much it hurts. 💜💜💜
This is such a touching tribute to your beloved furry friend. It’s heartwarming to see how much love and care you have given her, especially during this difficult time. Your words capture the beauty and essence of your special bond with her. I hope that she remains comfortable and at peace, and that you find comfort in knowing that you have given her the best possible life. Thank you for sharing this beautiful poem with us.
Thank you Sophia , I wrote this poem May 2022 she had a good year . Sadly she died twelve days ago, quietly and peacefully at home with us. She is now pain free and will be in our hearts forever.💜💜
This heartfelt tribute to your beloved companion brought tears to my eyes. The love and compassion you have for your furry friend are truly remarkable. It’s clear that you cherish every moment together. Thank you for sharing this emotional piece.
She was the most wonderful friend ever sadly we lost her last month she was so tired bless her. We miss her so 💜.