Life Without Maggie

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Maggie drifted off to sleep in the back of my van with her head in my lap. I didn’t want her to be terrified of the vet’s office so he came out to the car. She is now healthy again and finding all her past siblings, Izzy, Janey, Benjie and Carly, waiting for her. Every time I go to the pantry, I wonder if she’d like a piece of bread-her very favorite food! And then I remember.
We all had a great distraction when Roxie came to stay for 3 days starting Wednesday night. She and Telly had a great time and she could not have been a more gracious guest. I hope she comes again. Rox is a 7 year old wheaten terrier with perfect manners.
Since we are closed, I am attempting all the Christmas decorating in 2 days. I’m almost done and then I’ll post some pictures.

30 thoughts on “Life Without Maggie

  1. Judy Brennan

    Thanks for sharing your experience with Maggie with us. This was a very tender time. You have been a wonderful caregiver of all your animals that crossed the Rainbow Bridge. Hugs to you, Mary.

  2. Susan

    So sorry to hear about Maggie-these family members are so hard to loose, you were a good to take her when you knew it was her time.

    She is resting easy now, and you will see her again someday.

  3. Deedee

    So sorry to hear of Maggie . She was very lucky to have you take such good care of her. How brave you were to take her when you knew it was time… So heartbreaking. Like you say. She is happy and running around with her friends . God bless!

  4. nan Conway

    I hope 2014 will be a better year for you and your pets. My heart breaks for you every time you loose another precious pal.
    Nan

  5. Nancy

    I am so sorry for your loss. We lost two dogs in the past two years, so I completely understand. We now have a lovely rescue dog, Belle, from Georgia. She has been such a lovely way to mend a broken heart!

  6. Judy Mooree

    My heart goes out to you for your loss. I held my little Sassy girl and asked my priest to be with us. It still brings tears to my eyes that I have lost her, but she is now in a happier and healthier place. She brought so much joy to my life.

  7. Lauren

    I’m so sorry to hear about Maggie, I know she is having the time of her life. You are so good and caring with your animals and are always thinking about their quality of life. You never let them suffer just to keep them with you longer. I truly admire that about you. Take care..

  8. Beth Strand

    I’m so sorry to hear about Maggie. Every pet I lose takes a piece of my heart with them…which means when I cross over some day, I will truly be whole again. My sympathies to you.

  9. lynn

    Sorry for the loss of Maggie. They mean so much and bring so much to our lives. You all were blessed to have each other.

  10. Ginny

    I found this poem the last few days on-line and it reminded me of all my beloved animals who have gone before me. If I knew who the author was I would have it listed. Also there is a great support group at http://www.petloss.com

    I stood by your bed last night, I came to have a peep.
    I could see that you were crying, You found it hard to sleep.
    I whined to you softly as you brushed away a tear,
    “It’s me, I haven’t left you, I’m well, I’m fine, I’m here.”

    I was close to you at breakfast, I watched you pour the tea,
    You were thinking of the many times, your hands reached down to me.
    I was with you at the shops today, Your arms were getting sore.
    I longed to take your parcels, I wish I could do more.

    I was with you at my grave today, You tend it with such care.
    I want to re-assure you, that I’m not lying there.
    I walked with you towards the house, as you fumbled for your key.
    I gently put my paw on you, I smiled and said ” it’s me.”

    You looked so very tired, and sank into a chair.
    I tried so hard to let you know, that I was standing there.
    It’s possible for me, to be so near you everyday.
    To say to you with certainty, “I never went away.”
    You sat there very quietly, then smiled, I think you knew…
    In the stillness of that evening, I was very close to you.

    The day is over… I smile and watch you yawning
    and say “good-night, God bless, I’ll see you in the morning.”
    And when the time is right for you to cross the brief divide,
    I’ll rush across to greet you and we’ll stand, side by side.
    I have so many things to show you, there is so much for you to see.

    Be patient, live your journey out…then come home to be with me….
    I stood by your bed last night, I came to have a peep. I could see that you were crying, You found it hard to sleep. I whined to you softly as you brushed away a tear, “It’s me, I haven’t left you, I’m well, I’m fine, I’m here.” I was close to you at breakfast, I watched you pour the tea, You were thinking of the many times, your hands reached down to me. I was with you at the shops today, Your arms were getting sore. I longed to take your parcels, I wish I could do more. I was with you at my grave today, You tend it with such care. I want to re-assure you, that I’m not lying there. I walked with you towards the house, as you fumbled for your key. I gently put my paw on you, I smiled and said ” it’s me.” You looked so very tired, and sank into a chair. I tried so hard to let you know, that I was standing there. It’s possible for me, to be so near you everyday. To say to you with certainty, “I never went away.” You sat there very quietly, then smiled, I think you knew… In the stillness of that evening, I was very close to you. The day is over… I smile and watch you yawning and say “good-night, God bless, I’ll see you in the morning.” And when the time is right for you to cross the brief divide, I’ll rush across to greet you and we’ll stand, side by side. I have so many things to show you, there is so much for you to see. Be patient, live your journey out…then come home to be with me….

  11. LMK

    so sorry about your maggie but she’s in a good place now too. just remember that you gave her a good home. good poem the one lady sent, but sad. we had a good time in cedar rapids but good to get back home.

  12. Mareen

    Dear sweet Maggie…..Mary it has been a tough year but you have given so much love to your animals and they in turn also loved you! We will all meet again someday!

  13. Carole

    I’m so sorry for your loss of Maggie; so many sadnesses for you this year. The care and love you give is such a blessing to them and the love they give you is their blessing in return. I’m glad that you had Roxie visiting to help with the empty space that Maggie left.

  14. Karen

    When your heart is empty, filling it with happy memories can help. Memories of love and friendship are treasures to carry with you always.

  15. Lee Hardwick

    So sorry for your loss, but it’s great that you remember the good times. Our precious Tasha a few months ago. We now have a puppy mill rescue, Abby. I think Tasha is here in spirit helping her. She’s doing the same things Tash did! We never really lose them, do we.

  16. Shirley svoboda

    So, so sorry. We had to put our Grady to sleep and it still hurts. I hope they are happy and playing together across the bridge. My heart goes out to you.

  17. Kathleen O'Grady

    So sorry for your loss of Maggie. She is romping around playing with all her friends again. I feel your pain.

  18. Becky

    It’s so hard when we lose a pet, they are a members of our family that you have lost. You will meet again someday….HUGS to you and your family.

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