The Captain Options

[Cappy]

Hello, I just joined the forum, I had to put my beautiful chocolate lab down on Monday. I just have started feeling a little better, but I have my moments. The last 5 days have been really tougher than even human relatives dying. I finally left my house (after staying at my moms on monday night) and am going to pick my girlfiend up from the airport. I will probably not be on here too much this weekend, but wanted to say "Hi" and hope I can talk with some nice people when Im not having such a great moment. He was truely a gift from God, and the house is very quiet. : (.

[moon_beam]

Hi, cappy, thank you so much for sharing with us how you're doing. It takes time to adjust to the "new normal" as I call it when our companions have joined the angels. Physical exercise, when feeling up to it, does help when experiencing deep grief, stress, etc., because as you know exercise releases "good endorphins" which helps to relax the brain - - and the rest of the body. And as the saying goes, all things in moderation. So I'm glad returning to the gym is being a positive experience for you.

There is a saying, "out of sight out of mind" - - and most of our society believes this rule should apply to our beloved companions. But this NEVER applies to those with whom we have shared an eternal love bond, INCLUDING our beloved companions. Your beloved Captain continues to share your earthly journey just as he always has and always will for he is forever a part of you - - he is always and forever a heartbeat close to you. We are honored for you to share with us your cherished memories of your beloved Captain.

I hope today will be a good one for you, and that you will enjoy time with your friends. Please know you are in my thoughts and prayers, cappy, and look forward to sharing with you how you're doing and your treasured memories of Captain.

Peace and blessings,
moon_beam