hockeyfan, first of all welcome to Pet Talk, and I'm sorry your first post had to be a sad one. It is so extremely heartrending and difficult to lose our furry companions, our shadows, our heart and souls - all of that they become and more. Please just give yourself time, and let yourself fully grieve. Don't feel you must tuck it away, and certainly don't feel that it's wrong to grieve her so deeply: she was a member of your family and very close to your heart.
Here are a couple sites you might like to look at dealing with pet loss:
http://www.indigo.org/rainbowbridge_ver2.html
http://www.in-memory-of-pets.com/
May you find some comfort in sharing your loss with those who understand.
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