My Sweet Princess Theresa Options

[Tom's Dad]

Dear LS friends,

It is with a heavy heart and deep sadness that I must tell you I had to help my baby girl Theresa transition to the Rainbow Bridge to be with Angel Tom. It was the hardest decision I have ever had to make. But Dr. Mills assured me I was doing the right thing. For those of you that may not have read about her illness, it is here:

http://lightning-strike.com/forum/index.php?showtopic=7409 and her journey with us here: http://lightning-strike.com/forum/index.php?showtopic=6896

Dr. Mills said the tumor had pretty much consumed her entire tongue, that it would continue to grow and she would never get better or even stabilize. We had our final goodbyes in the room while Dr. Mills went to get what was needed. She did something that she had not done in weeks. She reached up with both paws to my chest to "hug" me and touch my nose. In her eyes I could see she was saying "It's OK daddy, I know it's my time" I told her she was going to be with Angel Tom now. Now she is Angel Theresa.

Se went peacefully and gently on the thick fleece blanket they provided. I have cried, but also tried to keep it together for her sake. The uncontrollable sobbing will come later I'm sure They will call me when her ashes are ready. I never got to do that for Tom or properly say goodbye to him.

I made a video of her just under 2 years ago enjoying the sunshine on the balcony. This is how I want to remember her. Here is the link because I unfortunately I don't know how to embed it.

https://youtu.be/QZglV7hanvM



Warm summer sun,
Shine kindly here,
Warm southern wind,
Blow softly here.
Green sod above,
Lie light, lie light.
Good night, dear heart,
Good night, good night.

Mark Twain at his daughter's funeral. I thought it appropriate for my baby girl.

Before the appointment she went out to the balcony all on her own and enjoyed the sunbeams for several minutes one last time. I'm sorry if this post seems a bit "ham handed" but I'm still in shock, and this is the first time I have ever had to make this kind of decision. Thank you all for reading.

[moon_beam]

My dear friend, Tracy, please permit me to offer you my deepest and sincerest sympathies in the physical loss of your beloved princess Theresa. As you know so well, losing a beloved companion is never easy regardless of the circumstances or how long we are blessed with the privilege of their company. Euthanasia is the last gift of love we can give to our companions at great sacrifice to ourselves so that they can be restored to their former youthfulness in the company of the angels.

My heart is aching with yours, my friend, and tears are in my eyes as I'm writing to you sharing in your deepest sorrow. Indeed, our companions know when it is their "time" to transition from this earthly realm, and your precious baby girl was doing everything in her power to try to make it easy for YOU - - for she knows how much your heart was breaking at the prospects of losing her precious physical presence. The "last hours, days, minutes" will be with you but am comforted in sharing your news that you will try to focus on the many good memories you have of her when she was in her "prime" of good health - - for this is how she wants you to remember her.

I know your beloved sweet girl is with your beloved Sir Thomas - - he was at the gates of the Rainbow Bridge to greet her and welcome her into eternal joy. She had no fear for she heard his voice calling to her leading the way for her.

I'm so very glad Dr. Mills was with you for this very difficult time in your life, my friend. It may take several days for them to get your beloved girl's remains back, but yes - - they should call you when they are ready to be picked up.

As I say to others who are beginning their grief adjustment journey, so I share with you - - I know so very well from first hand experience that when our hearts are entrenched in deep grief there are no adequate words in any language that can soothe the searing pain of sorrow. Still I hope the words I share with you will offer you some measure of comfort, support, encouragement, and hope as you and your precious Tang travel your grief journeys.

The blessing in your sorrow is knowing that the love bond you and your beloved Theresa share is eternal - - it is not restricted to the physical laws of time and space. And now along with your beloved Sir Thomas' sweet Living Spirit, your beloved princess Theresa's sweet Living Spirit will always be a part of your heart and memories - - she will always be a heartbeat close to you.

Tracy, thank you so very, very much for honoring us in sharing your beloved princess Theresa with us. I hope you and your precious Tang will have a peaceful day and evening together blessed with your beloved princess Theresa's and Sir Thomas' sweet Living Spirits to comfort you. Please know you and your precious Tang are in my thoughts and prayers, and please let us know how you're doing.

Peace and blessings,
moon_beam