K9 Karen and Cody need our prayers

[tatsxxx11]

Thank you Phred, Cinners and Smokey.

[Karen]

Dear, dear Cody and dear Karen, thank you so much for letting us know what's going on. He knows you love him, and that's all that really counts, right? As much as you love him, is as much as it will hurt when that time comes. We have been through it, and you know you can lean on any one of us. And you know what? I bet we could start collecting extra goldy-yellow dog hair to send you, if you ever need it! They always seem to have plenty to share, don't they.

We love you and Cody, you remember that part, and we will ALWAYS listen to another Cody story as long as you want to tell them.

Now go sniff those Frito feet!

[KYS]

Dear Karen,
I wish I could hold you and Cody, and make
everything all-right.
Please give Cody special hugs from all of us.
We love you both.

Karen

[Rachel]

Originally posted by gini


Not everyone would understand, but I used to put my hand on Magic and ask him if he could feel it - the pure love coming right from my heart to him. I know that this is how you feel about Cody.

What a touching gesture, Gini. There are probably quite a few of us who do understand and because of Karen's heartache are spending more of that kind of quality time with our own fur kids.

I have read everyone's posts and Karen's reply, and can just picture in my mind all of us in a big group hug. When I got to Phred's prayer, the tears came again.

[Pam]

Karen, it's me again. I can't get you out of my mind even for a minute. You and Cody are in my heart and I ache for the situation you are in now, having been there myself before. It is just awful and there is no other word to describe it. We take these pets into our lives knowing they will not be with us long and we say, OK when the time comes I will be able to deal with it. That is not so, as you are finding. You are a dear, dear friend and I wish I could be with you. For now, just know that I am asking God for comfort for you and for no pain for Cody. Phred the prayer was beautiful and started the tears again. {{{hugs to you Karen and Cody}}} I love you guys!

[iwuvsmypuppy]

there is nothing i can really say to that other than ya'll will be in my thoughts

[AdoreMyDogs]

Phred, what a beautiful poem. I just can't stop the tears, especially after reading all your beautiful posts, everyone.

Karen I just don't know what to say. You will know when Cody wants to go to the Rainbow Bridge. He'll tell you and you just love him and cherish him for the remaining time you have with him. We are here for you, friend.

Hugs, peace and love from Leslie, Graham, Kersey & Minion.

[lovemyshiba]

What a beautiful prayer from Phred, Cinners and Smoke.

I can't stop crying now, and I'm going to go and hug my furbabies. Spend your precious time with Cody, he loves you so much.

[K9karen]

Can't sleep.... Except for panting more than usual, and not quite as active, Cody played "grab the Squeeky", sat as I prepared his food (ate all except one bite, but then again, he got extra treats today). I spooned him and whispered sweet everythings and carressed him so that I'd never forget his feel. Funny..I do that ALL the time anyway, but it seems more special now. And yes,..Karen, you are a mindreader..I DID smell his Frito feet..he stuck those gigantic footsies right in my face and I just HAD to snicker.....I gave him his doggie Vioxx about 1/2 hour ago and he is resting comfortably, still watching my every move like a hawk. Your prayers are helping...I haven't cried in a few hours. I decided to try and enjoy every second with him. I'll miss him terribly when I go to work tomorrow. Thank you so much for the lovely prayer, Phred,,,it was so beautiful. My dad didn't see the Cotes for over a year. I tried taking him to the nursing home but he was petrified out of his territory. When my dad was still home, he watched my dad's every move. It was amazing, like his guardian, even tho he knew dad wasn't involved with his care towards the end. So I do get comfort knowing dad will take good care of his "handsome boy". Oops..sob, sob. I made myself cry... Happy news tho.. I heard my mom talking to my niece...and yes, we will get another poochie. Mom said she doesn't mind, despite her terrible allergies, I love dogs and I deserve to be happy..! She doesn't know I heard this! I'm off to smother her with hugs and kisses...more than usual. Even tho we've gone through awful sad times in 6 months...I don't know what I'd do without her. What a trooper! What would I so without all of you? I just don't know..... I hope you feel my love.... Thanks you all for your PM's and phone calls..so comforting...

[Pam]

Karen thank you for writing this. The tone of your note sounds good. I'm so glad you had a little bit of play time with Cody. I know your hands are never off his furry body for long, as he is the recipient of mega kisses and huggies, so I know he will miss you today. I hope he has a good day and that you will too. I know you will be checking in with Mom today. I'm happy to hear that you are going to be able to welcome another pupster into your home after a bit. This precious one will never replace Cody, as you are well aware, but will love you to pieces and you will have a little furry body to once again shower kisses on. Karen, you are just about the bestest doggie mommy I ever did know. I am thinking of you constantly. I wish Cody knew how many humans out there love him and are praying for him and his mommy.

[Cookiebaker]

Karen, I just wanted to tell you that you & Cody are in my thoughts and prayers. I am praying for comfort & strength for you. I can't imagine what you are going through right now, and my heart aches for you. Please hug Cody from all of us...

~~Anna & Malone

[Sudilar]

Thinking of Cody and you, Karen. Give Cody a big hug and little kisses from me today! Glad to hear you are considering being owned by another dog. Hope today is a good day!

[Cinder & Smoke]

Prayers and warm, Fuzzy thoughts continue...

[Corinna]

Karen I do know how you are feeling I still , cry when I see pictures of my cocker Patsy and it was 25 years ago. i had her before we adopted my brother. In time it is easier to look but I still do cry. If you brush your love I will spin it for you to have a lovely "gold memory" to hold and feel the softness. I will pm you my address.
You are in our prayers here and in many on the board, accept the love and comfort in this painfull time. We all care about you .

[ramanth]

I was fighting the tears until Phred's post. What a wonderful community this is.

Karen my heart is breaking, but I'm still praying for a miracle.

Give Cody a hug for me.

*HUGS*