tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3105869027618851693.post4784739877319995844..comments2024-03-23T11:46:36.119-05:00Comments on Entirely Emily: 365 Days of Missing CharlieUnknownnoreply@blogger.comBlogger16125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3105869027618851693.post-66466473378186790892013-09-28T18:15:58.808-05:002013-09-28T18:15:58.808-05:00There is nothing like the love of a dog and his/he...There is nothing like the love of a dog and his/her person. I have been blessed to have this unconditional love in my life. I'm sorry you lost your love, Charlie. Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3105869027618851693.post-77531287071830033422012-06-29T09:21:05.431-05:002012-06-29T09:21:05.431-05:00Thanks, Jamie. It just makes me feel better someti...Thanks, Jamie. It just makes me feel better sometimes that I know other people loved their pets as much as I did and truly understand how I feel. Not just say " oh sorry" like a knee jerk reaction. I'm sorry for your loss as well. You had long great time with him. You were very lucky to have him. As he was lucky to have you.Emilyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05677298619235384681noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3105869027618851693.post-53170347596083761182012-06-29T09:18:46.055-05:002012-06-29T09:18:46.055-05:00Thanks, Cheryl. I do try to remember that but it&#...Thanks, Cheryl. I do try to remember that but it's still hard sometimes.Emilyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05677298619235384681noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3105869027618851693.post-18793553030617907882012-06-29T09:17:59.365-05:002012-06-29T09:17:59.365-05:00Thanks, Alicia. Sorry I forgot to respond until no...Thanks, Alicia. Sorry I forgot to respond until now.Emilyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05677298619235384681noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3105869027618851693.post-92155077666799903362012-06-28T22:20:14.019-05:002012-06-28T22:20:14.019-05:00Oh, I'm so sorry you had to experience that - ...Oh, I'm so sorry you had to experience that - I mean, I know everyone who has a beloved pet has to go through this, but for some of us, the relationships are so genuine and close that the grief is just crushing. I had to say goodbye to my childhood cat a few years ago and I still miss him terribly - we adopted him when I was 7 years old and when I was 25, I had to make the horrible decision to ease his pain. Like you said, I remember every detail of that last day with him. I actually called in sick at work for a couple of days because I couldn't stop crying! Anyway, thank you for being so honest and sharing your feelings - it made me tear up but it also brought back fond memories of growing up together with my sweet Tabby.Jamiehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18248440880441010916noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3105869027618851693.post-1070029522207245122012-05-08T00:16:12.418-05:002012-05-08T00:16:12.418-05:00I can totally relate Emily! My "before Husba...I can totally relate Emily! My "before Husband & Kids" dog passed away this past January and it sucks! He was my college dog and was my best friend and a fantastic friend at that! Charlie will always hold a special place in your heart and even though it totally sucks, I am sure you are so happy you were lucky enough to have him in your life. I try to focus on that and not how much I miss my buddy! I'm sending you hugs!Cheryl @ That's What Che Saidhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03632488402643036399noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3105869027618851693.post-78407954909529188462012-04-25T20:46:27.567-05:002012-04-25T20:46:27.567-05:00Sorry. Forgot to sign my name to my post.... Alic...Sorry. Forgot to sign my name to my post.... AliciaAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3105869027618851693.post-58386289472350591112012-04-25T18:53:42.242-05:002012-04-25T18:53:42.242-05:00Wow... That was a touching tribute to Charlie. Yo...Wow... That was a touching tribute to Charlie. You both were blessed to have each other.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3105869027618851693.post-48821676108683880322012-04-25T16:38:27.559-05:002012-04-25T16:38:27.559-05:00Thanks Liz. I know you'll always understand h...Thanks Liz. I know you'll always understand how I felt about him.Emilyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05677298619235384681noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3105869027618851693.post-67282215878393029342012-04-25T16:12:46.578-05:002012-04-25T16:12:46.578-05:00I can still remember every moment of the last time...I can still remember every moment of the last time I saw Ginger and the guilt I felt for telling her that she "could go if she wanted to". She had cancer, but was doing well for 14 yrs old. She passed 2 days later. I still can't talk about her without choking up. Although COMPLETELY different, is the love that I feel for my Zoey. I can't imagine life without her. Due to her "social issues", I have had to invest so much time, money and tears into "making her normal" that I can't fathom what life would be like with a normal dog. I get glimpses of that with my dear baby Finn - I'm pretty sure that he's Ginger II, a simple retriever mix. Zoey is MY first baby. Several people have told me that my life would be better if I just got rid of her. But when I look at those eyes and how much she just absolutely would do anything for me, I know am committed to keeping her and giving her the best life possible. I believe that she was meant to be mine. I don't think that you ever get over your dog. You will have many in your life - but each one unique and special in that one certain way that prevents you from comparing them to all the rest. Charlie had a care-free spirit, could put Zoey in her place and would have loved Finn. RIP Chuckles.Viola Phttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02203595608632214825noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3105869027618851693.post-35670269478049228842012-04-25T15:27:50.899-05:002012-04-25T15:27:50.899-05:00Sorry about the crying. I cried writing and a re-r...Sorry about the crying. I cried writing and a re-reading it last night. It's just hard when you lose any member of your family. Thanks for the love.Emilyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05677298619235384681noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3105869027618851693.post-45549392690874790892012-04-25T15:26:46.313-05:002012-04-25T15:26:46.313-05:00Thanks, Megan. I'm sorry for all of your loses...Thanks, Megan. I'm sorry for all of your loses too. It's good to know there are other people like me who think of their dogs as family. I'm just now finally ready to get another dog. It felt to replacey( I like to make up words) for a while. I know someday I'll find another connection like that but it may not be awhile.Emilyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05677298619235384681noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3105869027618851693.post-68929433792936974812012-04-25T15:05:50.064-05:002012-04-25T15:05:50.064-05:00Ok, you just made me cry at work! I can't bel...Ok, you just made me cry at work! I can't believe it has really been a year! Love you, JessAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3105869027618851693.post-235957237395645292012-04-25T14:57:56.024-05:002012-04-25T14:57:56.024-05:00I started tearing up too and I don't even know...I started tearing up too and I don't even know Charlie! But I had a dog who only graced me with his presence for 7 years. He was exactly as you described Charlie. He was with me when I lived alone, when the hubs moved in, when we brought home dogs and cats and a baby. He moved with us, he and I would go to the park together, he was my walking buddy, and everything. He was great. Everyone thought so too and my dad's just as torn up about him being gone as I am. Nothing can replace that love from an animal. I have three dogs now and one is a very close second place but the other two haven't reached it yet. One will probably never reach it and I hope the other one will try. I don't know what I'll do when my second place pup leaves. I told her the other day she's not allowed to go yet (she's only 7 too). Last year I lost my big guy (my dog), my brother, and many other human family members. It was horrible. He would have been there with me to help ease the pain but he was the one who started off the year. I hope you can find a close replacement!Megan {The Brick Bungalow}https://www.blogger.com/profile/16617271434771438500noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3105869027618851693.post-81711433474863620172012-04-25T14:07:36.303-05:002012-04-25T14:07:36.303-05:00Thanks, Laura. You're right. He'll always ...Thanks, Laura. You're right. He'll always be a part of me, always in my heart.Emilyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05677298619235384681noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3105869027618851693.post-91392322686141429152012-04-25T13:38:28.023-05:002012-04-25T13:38:28.023-05:00I can't believe it's been that at long as ...I can't believe it's been that at long as well! I know how hard it is -- I try to remember nothing takes away the good times. Life is so always changing...so many things would be great to stay in the moment/that time...but it's not possible...but it is in our minds and our pictures. He was such a good dog -- nothing ever changes that. Hugs to you.<br />LauraAnonymousnoreply@blogger.com