First, I want to say thank you to everyone who commented on my Friday post to say they hope I’m not in (tooth) pain. I’m not. The wisdom tooth has to come out just because it randomly gets infected, and the antibiotics are tough on my system when it happens.
Fingers crossed it doesn’t get infected between now and July 26th. Must stay away from sharp food.
So yeah. It’s been a month. And not in a good way. That’s my excuse for not blogging very much. I’ve learned stuff about myself this last month, not least of which is my MO tends to lean toward avoidance. This being the post I’ve been avoiding.
It started, actually, in March with Winston getting sick.
Yes, I understand if you don’t read the rest of this post. It doesn’t have a happy ending. Aside from the fact that my two nine-hour hospital visits (Tuesday the 23rd into Wednesday the 24th and all day Saturday the 27th) with Alex turned out okay. He was throwing up, which doesn’t play well with his heart condition, but a combination of Gravol and IV fluids got him back on his feet both times.
But yeah, back to Winston.
I just wrote and deleted everything that we went through. All the appointments and the tests. But all that’s in the past. What’s important is that he was a good boy. He protected our house like none of us ever could, and he loved us and we loved him.
I received a condolence letter from the vet’s office today, along with a paw print and a nose print on a piece of heavy paper. It wrecked me all over again.
Rest in peace, Winston Church Hill.
May 10, 2024 at 10:27 am
I read this “late” and want to add my, “I’m so sorry for your loss” and your rotten month, and the hospital stays, and the tooth. Geez. I’d be opting for avoiding too.
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May 10, 2024 at 3:58 pm
Thank you, my dear. ❤
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May 4, 2024 at 7:13 am
So very sorry for your loss, Linda. 💞 They leave such a hole behind when they go.
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May 4, 2024 at 10:07 am
They really do. Thanks, Dawn. ❤
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May 3, 2024 at 8:52 pm
I am so sorry for your loss.
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May 4, 2024 at 10:07 am
Thanks, Nicole.
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May 3, 2024 at 10:56 am
Really sorry to hear about Winston. Losing a pet is so hard. I hope your recovery from the tooth extraction goes well and that Alex is still doing ok. You have definitely had a month of it. Take care x
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May 4, 2024 at 10:05 am
Thanks, Wendy. 🙂
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May 2, 2024 at 8:43 pm
I am so sorry, Linda. Losing a dog is so hard. I remember when you introduced us to Winston. You have had a tough month. I hope May is better.
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May 4, 2024 at 10:05 am
Thanks, Dan.
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May 1, 2024 at 3:48 pm
I am so very sorry Linda. Our pets are family.
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May 4, 2024 at 10:04 am
Thanks, Di.
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May 1, 2024 at 3:26 pm
So sorry to hear about Winston.
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May 4, 2024 at 10:04 am
Thanks, John.
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May 1, 2024 at 3:06 pm
Aww Linda, so sorry for your loss! Rip Winston! ❤ ❤
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May 4, 2024 at 10:04 am
Thanks, Carol Anne. ❤
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May 1, 2024 at 2:23 pm
i am so sorry Linda we went through all this , this time last year. I am so sorry I feel your pain .💜💜💜
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May 4, 2024 at 10:04 am
Thanks, Willow. ❤ I'm sorry you had to go through it too.
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May 1, 2024 at 10:45 am
Oh no! So sorry to hear that Winston got sick and has now crossed the Rainbow Bridge. I remember when he was just a little puppy! (((hugs))) for now, and may the cherished memories of the love and fun ease the pain of losing him. ❤
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May 4, 2024 at 10:03 am
Thank you, Barbara. ❤
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May 1, 2024 at 9:10 am
It seems everything comes at once and that’s sad and hurtful. I’m glad you are on the mend.
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May 4, 2024 at 10:02 am
Doesn’t it though? Thanks, Cheryl. 🙂
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May 1, 2024 at 7:48 am
I’m so sorry to hear about Winston 😥 I feel your pain. I still miss Cinnamon after all these years. Winston was certainly a good boy and he will be waiting for you over the rainbow bridge.
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May 1, 2024 at 8:02 am
Thanks, Jeanne. ❤ Losing them is so hard.
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May 1, 2024 at 1:58 am
I’m sorry for your loss Linda. Hugs
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May 4, 2024 at 10:00 am
Thanks, Sadje. ❤
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May 1, 2024 at 12:55 am
I am so sorry and I feel your pain, Winston was a loved member of your family – it’s good to write about it . Unfortunately irs a pain that doesn’t heal like a physical injury and the love never leaves either – gentle hugs …
💞Suzanne
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May 4, 2024 at 10:00 am
Thanks, Suzanne. ❤
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May 1, 2024 at 12:46 am
My deepest sympathies to you and your family, Linda. This is such a difficult time and a very sad one for you. So sorry.
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May 4, 2024 at 9:59 am
Thank you. 🙂
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April 30, 2024 at 11:53 pm
My heart goes out to you and your family. I’m so sorry. Maybe Kali will find Winston and they’ll play together beyond that rainbow bridge.😥
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May 4, 2024 at 9:59 am
I’m sure they will. 🙂 Thanks, Dar.
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April 30, 2024 at 10:40 pm
Oh Linda. Im sorry sorry for your loss.
I’m glad that Alex is good though. 😊 🙏
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May 4, 2024 at 9:59 am
Thanks, Kim. 🙂
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April 30, 2024 at 10:18 pm
My deepest sympathies on the loss of your furry family member. 💛
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May 4, 2024 at 9:58 am
Thank you. ❤
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April 30, 2024 at 9:22 pm
That is really sad. Please accept our condolences.
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April 30, 2024 at 10:06 pm
Thank you, Lakshmi. ❤
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April 30, 2024 at 9:16 pm
I’m so sorry it’s been a tough time for you, Linda. ❤️
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April 30, 2024 at 9:16 pm
Thanks. ❤
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May 4, 2024 at 10:46 am
Hugs 🤗
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