It's so difficult to change your daily habits after 11 years, but sometimes you have no choice. That's what I am doing now, trying to figure out what I'm supposed to do when I get up in the morning, etc.
My Daisy crossed over the Rainbow Bridge this last Tuesday. It was a difficult decision and one I certainly didn't want to make, but I didn't want to see her suffering. She lost her eyesight earlier this year and was having trouble adjusting to where things were in the house. I did everything I could to help her find things. To make matters worse, she also had diabetes. When she refused to eat food, I knew her system was shutting down. Took her to the vet Tuesday but came home alone. The vet said they could keep her alive for a bit longer if they put her in the hospital and started an IV and then start with insulin shots twice a day. I asked if that would make her better. She was honest and said no, it would only prolong her life for a short time. She asked me if I had considered the alternative. I knew what she meant and said yes, I had. She said it would be the best thing for her as she would have no more pain and wouldn't suffer. So, once again, life changes.
I have not come home without an animal to greet me in the last 16 years. The home feels so empty. No toys to pick up, no meals to fix, no one to wake me up in the mornings and all the other little things that one does daily when they have pets. So, the "empty nest" syndrome is having its effect. Will take some time to adjust, especially to the quiet.. but I will. People have suggested that I get another dog or cat but I won't be doing that. Not at my age, and I don't want to go through losing another one.
Daisy had a good life. Was very spoiled and had everything a dog could want so I can take comfort in knowing I did my best for her. She was such a little sweetie and very much missed.
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