When it is time to let go?
Having just lost our sweet girl, Aspen, I wanted to share with you my thoughts. First, I could not have gotten through this with out the support of some wonderful friends who offered needed medical counsel. A special thanks goes to Katie Fisher for directing Roger and me to Dr. Eich and Dr. Caroline Goulard for introducing me to Dr. Annie Forslund and recommending her services.
Dr. Annie Forslund allowed all of us - including Sears, Neo, Static - to say good-by to Aspen in our home as Aspen rested on her favorite bed. By coming to our home, Dr Forslund allowed us to cradle and gently stroke Aspen as we sent her off to the Rainbow Bridge. Our pack didn't have to deal with the uncertainty of Aspen leaving the house and never returning. The passing of a pack member they understand; disappearance leaves them uncertain. All of us had the opportunity to say good-bye.
Dr. Forslund also provides pre and post emotional support to help pet owners deal with these difficult decisions. Being a greyhound owner, she truly understands our emotional attachment to our wonderful greys. When you are faced with the decision of letting go, please visit Dr. Forslund website at http://www.homepeteuthanasia.com/. We can't thank Dr. Annie Forslund enough, nor express how grateful we are for her services.
How do you decide when it is time to let go?
With tears in my eyes, I share this poem with you. The question I ask of myself when having to make this heart wrenching decision is, "Am I keep my precious baby from the Rainbow Bridge for my greyhound's sake, or I am keeping my sweet greyhound here for me."
MAY I GO?
I didn’t want to go at first, I fought with all my might!
But something seems to draw me now to a warm and loving light.
I want to go! I really do! It’s difficult to stay.
But I will try as best I can to live just one more day.
To give you time to care for me and share your love and fears.
I know you’re sad and are afraid because I see your tears.
I’ll not be far, I promise that and hope you’ll always know
That my spirit will be close to you wherever you may go.
Thank you so for loving me, you know I loved you too.
That’s why it’s hard to say good-bye and end this life with you.
So hold me now, just one more time, and let me hear you say,
Because you care so much for me, you’ll let me go today
Author Unknown
Sharyn Deeringer
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