Mary’s official passport photo taken by Cameron 7 years ago
She has progressive heart failure
The Spanish Vet told me nothing I didn’t know.
Mary sat blinking between us her cataracts evident under the surgery lights and she coughed heavily on cue
We talked about options and settled for medication only
Take her home and love her the vet suggested
We were out of the door before she had finished her speech.
Roger tottering behind, fully aware it was a serious visit.
I met Chic Eleanor for lunch and before we parted she asked me what was bothering me
I told her about Mary as she busied herself rearranging my scarf and before I could make light of things she wrapped her arms around my neck in a hug which almost broke my heart in its care.
Darling man I so understand she said
The loving her will be easy. Dear Mary.
ReplyDeleteOh, John, we also understand. It never gets any easier does it? Sending hugs and love to you and all the furries, but especially to a darling old lady. xx
ReplyDeleteI know you will love and spoil her but it is hard to hear. Hugs to you both. Gigi
ReplyDeleteDear Mary ... It's so hard to say good-bye to a staunch friend of years and years. Rest assured that you've given her the best home, the best love, the best food, and the best pack-mates she could have ever hoped for and best of all, safety and warmth. It's time for hospice care for her.
ReplyDeleteRemembering our Punkin, Tobey, and darling Daisy.
Huge hugs and tears
That Barbara Anne. So upset I didn't sign in.
DeleteMy beagle died of CHF, it's heartbreaking. Sending more hugs.
ReplyDeleteHugs to you, John. Pamper her well. She is so loved.
ReplyDeleteYou and your pets share so much love. xo
ReplyDeleteTimes like this are totally horrible, JayGee. Wishing you all the best in being able to bear it, and to see through whatever comes with equanimity. And Mary, bless her little soul, to facing coming days in comfort.
ReplyDeleteSweet Mary … give her lots of love and hugs. Cali
ReplyDeleteYou knew already, but hearing the words is so painful. I'm so sorry, John. Loving Mary will be simple.....you have already loved her for so long. My heart goes out to you
ReplyDeleteSusan M/. Calif.
We love you, Mary. You're in the best hands. xx
ReplyDeleteChic Eleanor sensed that something was wrong in the same way that Mary might have done in the past.
ReplyDeleteSending you each a hug. Animals bring such joy (and sadness) to our lives.
ReplyDeleteBonnie in Minneapolis