Zara, your post has brought me on the verge of tears. Never in a million years did I think I would be seeing this thread so soon. Zara, you ARE my best friend on Pettalk. We chat all the time, and through all our gabbly chats, through all your posts, through all your pictures I could see how much you loved Tia Maria. You were SO devoted to her. You loved her like a mother loves a child, and trust me, WE ALL KNOW that. She lived such a long and full life with you. You were the best rat owner I know. Honestly, Tia taught me to love rats with all my heart. When I joined PT, I liked them, but I wasn't a huge fan. Now, you don't even know how much I would love to have one. That's all thanks to Tia. Tia was always my favorite "pet" on pettalk. I loved the many funny picture threads and your descriptions of the silly girl.


Tia had so much personality, she was so gorgeous. EVERY single think about her. From her whiskers to the color of her fur. I know the feeling all to well. I know your heart is broken, but please know this isn't your fault. I know you did everything you could to improve Tia's quality of life. You did so much for her to help her, but sadly it couldn't last longer. You did everything in your power to help her through these last months. But you also did the greatest, most unselfish thing a pet owner could do. You helped her through her time of need, and you helped her to the Rainbow Bridge.


You don't know how sorry I am.


Rest in peace, beautiful sweet Tia Maria. I will miss your picture threads and Mommy will miss you so much. Play hard at the Bridge and I hope you're now restored to young health again playing with the other RB ratties of Pettalk.

MAJOR LES right now. I am so sorry, Zara. I feel like I've lost one of my own.

((((HUGS))))