Hi Caroline,
I just read your post about Monkee. I am so, so sorry. It's just horrible, I
know.
What is important, even knowing how Monkee died, is that you were there for him
and did everything in your power to help him get better, including fighting for
his life when his vets didn't want to. Monkee knows this. And he loves you.
You DID NOT fail Monkee. Just the opposite is true. If you need to think
about how he died, then let yourself, but not all the time. You might have to
fight off the thoughts if they won't leave you alone. Replace them with good
memories, happy memories. You have the power to do that. You don't deserve to
suffer and Monkee doesn't want you to.
Try not to let how his death happened weigh on you too much. My Cricket, my
sweet baby, died the same way your Monkee did, and it was SO hard to watch. I
can completely relate to you, and what I can offer is this. It will get better
with time. It will be really hard at first, because images keep creeping into
your mind. But I promise, eventually all the good memories will overshadow the
tough ones.
Take care of yourself Caroline. Allow yourself to grieve. Do relaxing things
for yourself. Be gentle with yourself. You and Monkee have both been through
a traumatic event. You have to have time to get over it. If you ever need to
talk, feel free to email me. Everyone in this group is wonderful; if you need
anything just ask. One of the best parts of this group for me was helping me
grieve for Cricket. Helping me cope with all my crazy thoughts. They were a
Godsend.
You're in my thoughts,
Wendy
"Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful committed citizens can change the
world - indeed it is the only thing that ever has!" ~~~ Margaret Meade ~~~
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