Goodbye Harley, saying goodbye Options

[Harley Parley]

IT has been a week since I lost my dog, Harley. He was a Poodle/Terrier SPCA Special, and he brought a ton of joy into our hearts. He had a very tough life when we got him and it showed as he was a timid dog when you first got to know him, but eventually he just cuddle up beside you and beg to be petted.

A week ago he had a cancerous tumour that ruptured and he died of internal bleeding. Totally unexpected and out of the blue. IT has hit me like a ton of bricks. MY Fiancee seems to be handling it way better than I am and I'm beginning to wonder if maybe I'm over reacting, but I just can't see the light at the end of my tunnel. I can get by doing what life wants me to do (work, school, chores) but I feel cynical and jaded.

I know Harley won't come back and I know he is so much happier where he is at the Rainbow Bridge, but why do I feel like crap?

All I know is that I miss him so.

Thank you
Ben

[Harley Parley]

Once again thank you everyone for your stories. Lynette, I was so touched about your stories about Lily and Hunny. And no, you have every right to grieve at your own pace. I have been fortunate that no one has pushed me or said I should get over it, and for that I am grateful. As well as very grateful for this forum. It has been a blessing to me.

Peace & Love
Ben