Tag Archives: losing a newfoundland

ADJUSTING TO LOSS

Its’ a tough adjustment time when you lose someone, for the other Newfs as well as for us.  They are all individuals and don’t react in the same way.  Banner, who is usually high-tilt, sometimes spinning off her axis, has … Continue reading

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THE PAIN OF LOSS

When we grow close to others, there is always the risk – one of us will be the first to go.  It doesn’t matter what the usual lifespan is, it can occur to either of us.  We are all moving … Continue reading

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THE EXPERIENCE OF LOSSES

posted 3/20/14, written 2/6/14 When you grow close to another living creature who expires before you do, loss is inevitable, as is the grief that goes along with loss.  No matter how well you understand that the pain of loss … Continue reading

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Parker, 1/20/02 – 2/4/14

With the storm coming, I took Parker to MU on Monday for his second treatment instead of Tuesday.  He enjoyed the trip there, looking out the windows during the drive.  I was optimistic since the first treatment had gone so … Continue reading

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