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    One Year later…Saying Goodbye to our Dog

    Charity

    25 Aug

    Hello Everyone. As you know, last year we lost our beloved Zeus. It was/is by far the hardest thing I have ever experienced. I still cannot believe he is gone. He is gone and will never return for us to cuddle with him, tease him, give him smooches or watch him devour his favorite treat. During this last year, I have had to explain to people that he wasn’t just a dog or a pet, he was my best friend, my partner in crime, my buddy, my companion, my roommate, my dependent and most of all my family. People who don’t feel the same way about their pets have a hard time comprehending why I am having such a hard time getting over Zeus’ passing. I, myself often wonder why I can’t just move on. I think part of me feels the only way he can live is if I never stop thinking about him. He may be dead physically but he is alive within my memory. There are days I catch myself not thinking about him and I feel guilty and rush to watch an old video or pictures of him so that the memory doesn’t fade. I am not sure if this is healthy for me but maybe this is my path for now. Here is video I did of my Zeus.

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    While Zeus has been gone, we still have our loving Zoey. Zeus and Zoey were born in the same foster home and came to me when they were both 2 weeks old. They were adopted together and spent every minute of everyday of their lives together until Zeus died. During this last year, I have been so saddened by Zeus’ passing that I often forgot that I still have Zoey to love. I never stopped to think what she may be going through. She lost a big part of herself too when Zeus died. This past weekend, a good friend brought it to my attention that I need to acknowledge that I still have Zoey. I need to love her and live in the present with her. I can still morn Zeus but I need to realize that I still have Zoey who will forever be part of Zeus. Isn’t it weird that sometimes we get so caught up in what or who we don’t have that we forget what or who we do have?

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    Zeus and Zoey as babies.

    All grown up

    Zeus and Zoey all grown up

    My Mila has had a really hard time understanding what happened to Zeus. It’s been a year and this clever 4 year old still talks about Zeus at least once a day. Her little mind thinks that Zeus is still at the doctor’s and will come back once he gets better. She hates bees now and gets over-protective of Zoey because she thinks it was a bee that bit Zeus and got him sick. She has become extremely close to Zoey and unlike me, she can see that although Zeus isn’t here, we have Zoey to love. She would often say, “mommy, don’t be sad, you know we have Zo- Zo girl here, right?”. Crazy how children can be so much more aware of things we as adults are often blind to!

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    Well, as we end Zeus’ first year not being on earth, we celebrate Zoey’s 8th birthday with us. Zeus would have been 8 years old as well. It saddens me that he isn’t  here to get his yearly meatloaf birthday cake I made for him every year. However, per Mila’s request, we are going all out for Zoey this year. We threw her a “super de-dupper” birthday party!

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    Mila loaned Zoey her Elsa crown. We honored Zeus. His pictures and collar were present. We told stories and watch old videos of him and Zoey. Zo-Zo got a huge steak for dinner and a loofa stuffed toy, which we went outside and tossed for hours:-). She got  help blowing out her candles from Mila and off course Mila chowed down her cake for her.

    Zoey's Birthday

    Thanks to you all for being part of our online friends community and sharing in our journey. If you have lost a pet and going through the same thing as us, know that you are not alone. Love you all,

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    Christina · 507 weeks ago

    I'm so sorry for your loss. Reading this, I became involved with your story. I had to try to hold back the tears, as my husband is sitting next to me! My heart aches for your loss and I understand perfectly. You are not odd, just a very loving, affectionate person. My mom would tell me that in time it will get better. It does, which I'm sure you know. It's just going to take quite some time as he was such a part of your life. I will think of you and yours and hope that with each day it gets a little better. And, it's okay if a day goes by and you don't think of him. It just means that you are beginning to heal. It's best to let wounds heal.
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    Sarah · 507 weeks ago

    When I lost our cat a few years ago, I refused to clean the windows with his nose prints. He would always sit at the window with his nose pressed up against the window. About a year later, I came downstairs to find my husband cleaning the windows! I burst out crying, dh was confused. I said, "you washed the last of Buster away." I understand how you feel completely.
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    Cheryl · 507 weeks ago

    Oh yes, I know these feelings too well. I get you and this struggle. Time does heal the pain of the event but the sense of loss is the toughest to move through as it comes over and over again. We are just so blessed in these special relationships. They are family so what else could we expect? Peace to your heart dear friend.
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    Brenda Ackerman · 507 weeks ago

    I am new to your blog, I enjoyed reading and learning about Zues. It is very difficult to loose a companion; but your friend and Mila are right, do not forget about Zoey. I do understand what you are going through, pets have always been a special part of my life and when they die it is so hard to deal with and continue. Yet, somehow another pet comes into our lives and like you they are more than a pet. They at times are more important than anyone else. I think it is wonderful that you celebrated their birthdays. Zoey is a beautiful fur baby and her eyes are full of love. Hold strong and look into those eyes they will help you heal.
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    Michele Schiegner · 507 weeks ago

    I so understand how you feel about your loss. I lost my Holly, last year, while I was still grieving the loss of my beloved husband the year before. I didn't have a lot of time to appreciate Holly's loss because I had to have a hip replacement two days later followed by a long rehabilitation. However, I have since acquired a new presence in my life in the form of another small dog, a rescue I call Missy. Missy certainly doesn't fill the void, but she has made it a lot easier to cope with. I'm sure Zoey makes things easier for you and Mila. We will always miss them, but the pain becomes lighter (at least that is what I have heard!)
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    Christine Sherman · 507 weeks ago

    So sorry for your loss. When I lost my poodle I realized also, he was my best friend and faithful companion. Through all of life's challenges, they are always there!

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    TwoYellowDogs.Terri · 500 weeks ago

    So strange I stumbled upon this post today, I was looking at sewing patterns to take my mind off the huge empty space in my heart. TODAY I lost my beloved Allie, she's a Yellow Labrador Retriever. She was 15 yrs, 1 month, and 3 days old. I can hardly remember life without her, she was part of our family so very long. We are so blessed to have her for so many years. I don't know what I will do without her. She was my everything, every day. I am so sorry for your loss of Zeus. I am so sorry you are still grieving so much a year later. I have Allie's dog tag, shaped like a heart. I will keep it with me to remind me she will always be in my heart, always. I know I will always miss her, as you do Zeus. Cherish your memories, feel blessed to have had Zeus. I know how lucky and blessed I was to have my very special Allie.
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    TwoYellowDogs.Terri · 494 weeks ago

    Yes, I trust Allie is running with wonderful doggies lik Zeus. She has come and visited me in several ways since we said good-bye. She sent some very strong messages... and visited me in my dreams to wake me up. I am so lucky. yet miss her so much.
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    blue nose pitbull · 472 weeks ago

    Lovely pictures. The loss of a dear furry friend can be quite painful.
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    TwoYellowDogs.Terri · 466 weeks ago

    27 weeks ago today I said good-bye to my beloved Allie and found your post about Zeus. 2 weeks ago today we brought home another 4-legged family member. I just could not live w/out Two Yellow Dogs. Our 9yr old Lab, Irie Daze, is adjusting wonderfully to our new little 'terror". I named my new pup after our Allie; Callie is great fun and I have my hands full raising another little girl. I do miss Allie; but so excited an happy about all the great memories yet to be made w/ our Two Yellow Dogs. -Terri
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