Below I am going to post things people have sent to me. This is more for me, to have it all in one place...
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My Status Update 5/26/10 1:23am : Tonight was one of the hardest...I had to say good bye to my sweet pups. We spent 10 and a half wonderful years together. She was the smartest and sweetest dog I have ever met, and I am blessed that she was my friend and companion. She hung in there for 5 months longer that the vet thought. That was a blessing, a special time. Rest in Peace my sweet Haylee Lou. I will always love you.
Dione S.-Cori, I am so sorry to hear about Haylee :( You are never quite prepared for it when it happens! I think, it's really special she hung in there for so long, a real testimonial for your hard work and care :) She had a great life, because of you :) My condolences!
Matthew P.-not sure what to say,but know how you feel. Emotions are fragile and on the surface. It will hurt and it will pass. Know as I know. No, right way to grieve. Sorry is all I can offer.
Matthew P.-Take comfort there are friends,family,and more than you are aware holding you in their thoughts.
Dione S.-I had a cat who lived for almost 19 years, and I lost my head completely when she had to be put down. It's the right thing when they are suffering, but wow it isn't easy!
It's more difficult when you have a companion for so long, but you can also feel good about the long life and wonderful home they had! It will take some time, but it get's better :)
Heather B.-My thoughts are with you. Haylee was sweet and had a wonderful life because of you, I only knew her a short time but I know that she will be missed by all whom she encountered. I'm thinking of you and sending big hugs. So sorry for your loss.
Kristin W.-I'm sorry for your loss. It's not fair that our beloved pets are with us for such a short time. But it sounds like you gave her a wonderful 10 years.
Michelle C.-so sorry for your loss.
Jody B.-You're in my thoughts. I'm so sorry to hear about your loss, but am proud of you for thinking about the situation...tough call, but so right. :)
Julie V.-So sorry!! How special, though, that you had such a wonderful friend for so long. Good memories.
Staci T.-Sorry to hear that you had to make that decision but it sounds like it was the right one. Our dog had to be put down also and it was so sad. It will get easier though.
Tarn A.-Oh no, I'm so sorry, Cori...she sounds like a wonderful dog, and you sound like a great doggy mama. :) I'm glad you had so many wonderful years together!
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My Aussie friends posted messages to me on their walls:
Kelly R.-Sending my love to Cori at this rough time...luv ya hun xoxo (she also immediately skyped with me after it happened--dropping everything and texted me to check on how I was doing)
Ashleigh R.-Sending my condolences to Cori. I am thinking of you and remembering the short but lovely time I was lucky enough to spend with Haylee. I was very sad when kel told me..and I shed s few tears when I read your blog. My thoughts are with you.
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May 26th, 2010 6:20a-I then changed my profile picture to one of her, with the caption, "Rest in Peace my sweet Hays. You will truly be missed. I'll love you always. Haylee Lou November 19, 1999-May 26, 2010."
Kelsie P.-Awwwww Cori I'm so sorry!!!!!! It will get better as time passes, but I cannot imagine how hard it must be for you!
Joann P.S.-so sorry honey, such a blow when you lose a close friend. Take care
Angela S.-I am sorry Cori:( Take good care you have been going through alot lately.
Deanna J.-So, so sorry for your loss.
Lisa R.S.- So sorry Cori!!
Stephanie G.-I am so sorry Cori! Our thoughts are with you!
Heather W.- Sorry, Cori! My heart goes out to you!
Marie G.-Cori, I am so sorry for your loss. You will be in my thoughts and prayers!
Julie C.B.-Cori -- I am so sorry to hear of Haylee's passing. I know she meant a lot to you.
Kristen T.H.-Cori- so sorry to hear about your loss. I certainly understand the bond with the fur-babies and my heart goes out to you. Be well. xoxo
Kendra B.-Words can't express how I feel for you. Been there several times. Thinking about you.
Paul V.-I'm so sorry Cori. I'm sure she had a great fulfilling life thanks to her wonderful mama.
My Status Update 5/26/10 5:14pm : Made it through the day...woke up, thinking I had to let Hays out, didn't want to go into the livingroom, since that's where she slept, went to work and told my class why I was sad, half of them cried with me. Came home and while getting out of the car, I expected Hays to greet me like she did every day...then I remembered. The house is so empty and quiet without her...
Laurel L.-:(. I'm sorry
Desi M.-Oh my golly, I had to go back in your statuses to understand this but I had a horrible feeling what you were talking about. I'm so sorry, Cori! That is one of the worst feelings in the world :(
Kara M.-I'm sorry lady. What a tough day. Sorry for the loss of your Hay.
Kelly P.-I'm sorry, Cori :(
Erica V.G.-I am so sorry Cori. Thinking of you and Hays!!
Beverly V.M.-I'm so sorry Cori...thinking of you.
Kim H.S.-oh no! I'm so sorry:( email if you need me....
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Other friends were kind enough to post on my wall as well:
Alyssa M.-I'm so sorry for your loss, Cori. Hang in there, ok?
Desi M.-*Super Big Bear Hug*
Dione S.-thought about you today, and hope that you're holding up ok!
Jessica V.-Oh Cori. I am very sorry. I will be thinking about you.
Kristin S.-Ohhhhh =( I hadn't seen this come through. Cori I'm so very sorry-they're our babies, pets. Justlike losing a child. Such beloved furry beings. It was so special that she was right there with you while you healed too-I know that time was important to share together. Lots of hugs to you!
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My Status Update 5/28/10 7:37p: Went to the vet that helped me get my 5 bonus months with Hays today. I gave him a picture of Hays and a thank you note. He cried a bit when I told him I had lost her. He said it meant a lot to have the picture, & it will remind him that even when the tests say a dog shouldn't be living, the dog will tell you otherwise. I donated her leftover medical supplies to help a family going through what I did. Hays would have wanted that!
Dione S.-that's really awesome, and such a kind thing to do for others who can't necessarily afford to help their pets as much. A great tribute to your faithful friend for sure :) Angel points!
Kristen T.H.-Cori, people don't put enough emphasis on what our pets mean to us. I look at my little guys and think it is amazing that they are animals, yet I know their personality, communicate with them, and consider them my family. Do not doubt what you are going through is a justifiable period of mourning. Don't cut yourself short and think it is silly... See More or worry about what other people will think. Hays was a great friend, and I fear to think about how it will be for me to go through what you are going through-- I have a sick 3 legged kitty who has been with me for 13 years. This might seem a little bit wordy, but I want you to know that I understand; give yourself the proper amount of time to mourn. All my love to you and your forever companion.
Kristin W.-Give yourself plenty of time to mourn. I've realized their are two types of people. There are some who see pets as disposable objects. I've known lots of people who have no problem getting pets & then giving them away (generally for stupid reasons ... like they did absolutely no research on the breed & it's characteristics before rushing out to the pet store; or decided they really didn't want to spend the time to train their dog). Then there are people who see their pets as family members. Obviously you fall into the later category. I spent thousands of dollars on my mastiff's medical needs ... On multiple occassions. I can't even tell you the number of people who told me they would have put him down because they would never spend that kind of money (or even a fraction there of) on an animal. I had a lot of not so fabulous events in my life last year, but losing my dog was by far the hardest. It took a long time not to feel sad when I walked in the door and realized he wasn't there to meet me (with chattering teeth because he was so excited to see me). Being the first dog that was truly mine (not a family dog growing up) i think i had an extra bond with him, and im sure the same is true for you & your dog. So take your time to heal. & I think that it is wonderful that you donated her medical supplies because there are lots of people who do see their pets as family members, but simply can't afford the medical costs.
Deanna M.J.-I still miss my childhood dog and he has been gone for 13 years. It still brings tears to my eyes sometimes when I think about him. There are no words to describe what you are going through. It is just flat out hard! You know that Casey is named after my childhood dog? Hayley will always be with you, Cori. You said it best though, it is such... See More a bummer that our pets don't have long lives, but it is truly amazing the impact that they have on our lives the short time that they are with us. Take care of yourself, Cori.
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I also received special email messages from a few friends...
Thank you all for your loving thoughts and love. You are all appreciated so very much. Loves to you!
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