Mimi 9-28-08

MimisMomma · September 29, 2008, 12:42:15 PM

I love my baby girl. I will miss you very much. You have all the sun beams you want now. I love you.

Kari · September 29, 2008, 01:47:09 PM

Our hearts go out to you! Please know we are here for you! God speed Mimi...you have many friends waiting for you on the other side.

Ruth in MT · September 29, 2008, 01:58:55 PM

I am so sorry for your loss. Rest in peace sweet Mimi.

Jenny G · September 29, 2008, 02:05:46 PM

I'm so sorry for your loss. You're in our thoughts and prayers. Losing our furbabies is so hard. Please lean on the folks on this board for strength. They are amazing.

DeeanDave · September 29, 2008, 02:33:11 PM

God Speed, Sweet Girl, Mimi-Angel -- May you always have sunbeams at the Rainbow Bridge. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family, Mel. You had to make a heartbreaking decision as a human, but know that Mimi-Angel is pain-free now and you assisted her to go with dignity. She is romping at the Rainbow Bridge and sharing sunbeams with all our doxie angels who are all waiting for us to be reunited one day. Bless you -- we're here for you. Dee, Dave, Sarge & Duggie

MindyKay · September 29, 2008, 03:13:43 PM

So sorry for your loss. God-speed Mimi-Angel.

Barb · September 29, 2008, 03:49:35 PM

She is a gorgeous angel... Godspeed sweet one..... My tears are flowing.... hugs to you Mel.

peterparker · September 29, 2008, 04:31:16 PM

So so sorry for your loss. Love Kelly, and Parker
Take care.

cheryl186 · September 29, 2008, 04:36:44 PM

Oh Mel, what a beautiful, peaceful picture of Mimi......God Speed Sweet Mimi....God Bless you Mel.

doxielady5569128 · September 29, 2008, 05:52:58 PM

We'll Miss you pretty girl!!

Brekkesmom · September 29, 2008, 06:11:00 PM

We know that Rainbow Bridge is a place where our beloved furkids can run free, happy, and healthy again. Thank you for putting Mimi first and allowing her the dignity to pass without suffering. Cheers, Mimi-Angel!

sollysmom · September 30, 2008, 09:45:22 AM

My thoughts and prayers are with you. I know as do most people on this site the pain and agony of having to make "the decision".

that the pain goes away fast, and you just remember all the love and joy that you and Mimi shared.

Darcel

PattyInAK · September 30, 2008, 08:32:12 PM

I'm sorry, I didn't know Mimi passed away. Its so hard to lose them, they leave a big hole. How old was she?

Dee Dee and Hallie · September 30, 2008, 10:35:24 PM

OH NO Mel!!! What happened?? I am shocked to hear this I am sooo sorry I can't believe it, I haven't been on the board in over a week and didn't know Mimi was even ill. I'm just heartbroken for you what a beautiful girl she was I am so sorry!!

MimisMomma · October 01, 2008, 08:33:11 AM

I rescued her in 2001, I was told then that she was only 2 1/2 years old. That would have mad her 9 1/2 now but the vet thinks she was between 13 and 14. It could have been her health problems that made her seem older but we don't know. The reason that the vet thinks she was older was because 2 years ago when she lost all her nails the vet found out that it was a rare disease that doxies have when they are a lot older. So basically all we can say is that she was between 9 and 14 years old. Pretty sad when you think about it uh?

I haven't been able to bring myself to talk about what happened right now. If anyone wants to know then I will tell them in a bit of time. But so far no one has really wanted to know. That makes be torn between they don't care or they don't want me to go through it again. I guess the guilt that I am feeling really shows. The vet and Scott and my parents keep telling me that it was the right thing to do and it was time and she was ready. But I still feel extream guilt.

Thanks for all the well wishes and prayers. I know all of you are good people and are there for me. This is a wonderful group. Thank you.

Mel

DeeanDave · October 01, 2008, 09:33:26 AM

Mel,

The folks on WW are a wonderful group of people and are all here for you. The support from folks is something that is there for you and your family. When you are ready to share, then we are all here to listen and believe it or not, we all grieve with you. There are people out in the world who do not understand the love that we have for our doxie-kids. But, this group does. Please do not let the guilt consume you. You made the decision that Mimi-Angel would have wanted you to make. You allowed her to go in peace and with her dignity. While as hard as it feels, especially in your heart and mind, you made the right decision for your baby girl. Know that she is not in pain any longer and is romping and playing at the Rainbow Bridge with all the doxie angels that have left us. Mimi-Angel loved you and she knew and felt the love you had for her.

Those of us that have assisted or naturally lost our babies to the Bridge have most likely felt the guilt you feel. Speaking from my own experience, I felt that on October 3, 2007 and for a while after that. You see, that is when Dave and I had to make the decision to help Looie-Angel to the Bridge. Never in my life did I anticipate that when we took Looie-Angel to the vet, that within a three hour time frame, he would be going to the Rainbow Bridge. We rescued him in 2005 from a very abusive situation; he was with us for only 2 1/2 years and his age was 5 at the time of his passing. He had a very hard life before coming to us. But, with us, he had all the love in the world from us. He knew he was loved and he loved us. He suffered from congestive heart failure due to the abuse he received prior to coming to live with us. He was the sweetest and most loving boy. That has been the hardest decision in my life to make but I know now it was the right decision. But, I second guessed my decision for a time - my heart knew it was right, but my brain questioned it!

This board is an awesome group and they helped me through the grief process. And, we are here to help you through. Know that your family and the Wiener Writings family is here for you. When you are ready to share, whether that is soon or a time down the road, we are here for you. The tears will fully and at times unexpectedly, but that's okay. You will always have a special place in your heart for Mimi -- no one or nothing can or will ever replace that. Mimi-Angel will always be watching over you -- she will become your Guardian Angel. And, know that one day, you will be reunited with her. She will be playing at the Rainbow Bridge awaiting for that day. Meanwhile, she will be playing with all our doxie-angels -- romping, playing, running, and enjoying the endless rays of the sunbeams!

Hugs to you,
Dee

MyLittleBoo · October 01, 2008, 11:06:27 AM

Oh, Mel, I am sooo very sorry for your loss.. I haven't been here in almost a week, so the last I knew is that sweet Mimi would be ok... The tears are streaming. I know how heartbroke you are, just remember, when you are ready to talk about everything, we will all be here to listen. I know it takes time, it took me forever to talk about my Boo~Angel, so take your time. That is a very beautiful picture of Mimi in the sun, enjoy your beams sweet girl.. I will pray for you & Mimi. Rays on the way full force from Idaho.. God~Speed, Mimi~Angel, Rest In Peace!

cheryl186 · October 01, 2008, 11:43:17 AM

Well said Dee.....This is just breaking my heart. Mel, when you are ready to talk about Mimi's last days, call me. We all love you very much

David C. · October 01, 2008, 07:25:29 PM

Our thoughts and prayers go out to you. We've all been in your shoes. Since joining the WW Board, we've had three head off to Rainbow Bridge. Rusty was like Looie, in the course of hours he went from being sick to the Bridge. Rudy had a prolonged illness that we finally chose to end his suffering, and Max needed a little help over the bridge due to his old age (17 years, 7 months), his parts just simply wore out.

Brekkesmom · October 05, 2008, 08:08:53 PM

I've lost four beloved dachsies since being a part of wienerwritings. I have been in your shoes before. I sent Heidi-Angel on to the Bridge - she was pts at the vet's. One may have gone quietly in her sleep, but with time passing and all I have gone through, I wonder if she was deliberately sent. I know one was kicked by RC, and then sent off to live with a member in Idaho. Then Robyn had to send her on to the Bridge - caused by the kick? Could be, although I didn't find out about the kick until two years later. Another one drowned, but local friends have questioned the condition in which I found her and the coldness of the water, and she may have been deliberately sent, as well. Tell us when you are able. Pain shared is pain halved. I know telling others here what I have gone through losing my babies, and others here in town, has helped me adjust to their losses.

BandCMomma · October 08, 2008, 03:09:51 PM

Quote from: MimisMomma on September 29, 2008, 12:42:15 PM
I love my baby girl. I will miss you very much. You have all the sun beams you want now. I love you.

I remember this pic from when I first joined & when I talked about how Cali loves to lie in the sunshine. Poor Mimi & Mel. Our

go out to you.

Barb · October 13, 2008, 02:25:21 PM

Quote from: MimisMomma on October 01, 2008, 08:33:11 AM
I rescued her in 2001, I was told then that she was only 2 1/2 years old. That would have mad her 9 1/2 now but the vet thinks she was between 13 and 14. It could have been her health problems that made her seem older but we don't know. The reason that the vet thinks she was older was because 2 years ago when she lost all her nails the vet found out that it was a rare disease that doxies have when they are a lot older. So basically all we can say is that she was between 9 and 14 years old. Pretty sad when you think about it uh?

I haven't been able to bring myself to talk about what happened right now. If anyone wants to know then I will tell them in a bit of time. But so far no one has really wanted to know. That makes be torn between they don't care or they don't want me to go through it again. I guess the guilt that I am feeling really shows. The vet and Scott and my parents keep telling me that it was the right thing to do and it was time and she was ready. But I still feel extream guilt.

Thanks for all the well wishes and prayers. I know all of you are good people and are there for me. This is a wonderful group. Thank you.

Mel

Mel, we care, really. I personally don't push for information because I know how upsetting it is. We are here for you and want to listen when you are ready. You gave her the ultimate release to a pain free, carefree life, by letting her go. No way should you feel guilty - it was a noble thing to do and the most selfless thing a parent can do. In time, I think you will realize that, as you work through the loss and again can smile at memories of your baby.

Hugs,
Barb

MimisMomma · October 13, 2008, 04:15:48 PM

No there is no confession I need to make. I just think it was so hard on us because of how quick it was. She was have a bad couple of days. Didn't want to move much. But the vet said it would take a couple of days for the meds to work. We were up all night with her. She started screaming pretty bad and then she swelled up like the size of a soccer ball with in about a half hour. I called the vet immediately. Her kidneys and liver had shut down. The vet said that there was nothing more we could do but help her pass peacefully. I just wish that she had longer to live with us and be happy. There was no human mistake involved. We tested her 4 days before and the only thing that they found were her tryglicerides where high. So no I don't have anything to confess. But it does bother me that you would even ask. I would never do anything to hurt any of my babies.

Norman · October 13, 2008, 04:47:54 PM

Oh my.

What a pretty girl you had.She'll be playing(and waiting) with all her new friends.

MimisMomma · October 14, 2008, 10:19:05 AM

Jet, I am not hiding in a shell. Each person has their own feelings. They are theirs to share if they choose. To force someone to share their feelings is wrong. To accuse someone of having something to confess in regards to loosing their fur baby is also wrong. I am glad that you have told your story on your pups. But please let it be known that just because on person wants or needs to share does not mean that everyone has to share. I have told the ones that I am close to what happened. In time I can get in more detail. I am angry at this point that I was forced to share because you chose to accuse me. That is forcing someone to share and that is wrong. If you notice the rest of this board is very patient and they do care. And they understand that it is up to the person on when they feel is the right time. It is not up to others. I have a full life, I have two pups that I love very much and I have a fieance whom I can't live with out. I have love in my world that I charish. I share my life with others that I trust. The only shell I may have is for protection against people who choose to hurt me. And I believe that it has been very clear that I have been hurt by comments on this post.