I wanted to address the "anger" that I expressed in last week's episode while answering one of the questions from the Q&A session.
I wanted to clear up and assure everyone that I was not directing my "anger"/annoyance towards Ashley (the person who asked the question) - I was directing the tone of my answer towards the negative commenters who insist on continuing to stalk my blog (despite the fact that they despise me and my blog so much).
Please know that I answer these questions honestly and thoroughly, and I encourage you to listen to the content rather than just focusing on the tone. If you have read my blog for a while now (and/or if you know me personally), then you will understand why I sound a "certain way" while answering a certain question.
Thank you again for your support and understanding.
And now onto tonight's special tribute & dedication episode, featuring two major figures and angels in my life:
Kiwi and VeggieDad. The above photo was taken at the veterinary hospital just a few days before Kiwi's birthday (which is June 19th) and death (June 20th).
After watching this week's episode (**which is 5 minutes and 9 seconds in length**), I hope that you will revisit the post that I wrote about 1 year ago about Kiwi's death and her memory.
And Happy Father's Day to all of the wonderful dads out there!!
**I will be in New York City from June 23rd until June 27th - please stay tuned for my NYC trip recap when I return.**
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this is so special.
Thanks, Veggie Girl, for your heartfelt dedication. It's always devastating to lose a beloved companion and family member.
aw VG this is so touching.. thank you for sharing <3 i love you girl - hang in there!!
You did not make a fool of yourself!
Whenever you think of Kiwi remember that she is the the sun on your lips and the wind at your back......
Oh Liz! I can't bring myself to watch the video yet. I am balling just from re-reading last years post. She was such an amazing, beautiful dog - I can't even appropriately put it in to words. I wish I could have met her! You have some fabulous photos (and I can only imagine the memories!) - I know her and Murphy are playing together in doggie heaven!
Hugs to you! What a beautiful dedication! Kiwi is still with you in spirit. Kiwi was lucky to have you and you were lucky to have Kiwi!
I am so glad you are so close with VeggieDad! Happy Father's Day to him!
Oh honey! (I brought myself to watch) - I just want to give you a big hug! I know how that feels! Kiwi and Veggie Dad are both amazing angels - and now you've got all your bases covered - on in heaven, and one here with you still!
Your dedication was so touching and I'm sure both Veggie Dad and Kiwi greatly appreciate it.
Awww Liz, you ain't no fool, girl!!! I cherish to have YOU in my life - I hope, we can meet up one day :)
Thanks for sharing your life with us VeggieGirl. You are authentic and real. Have a great trip to NYC.
Jo
Thanks for this video, VeggieGirl. It was really touching--I'm sure Kiwi would really appreciate it.
Happy Father's Day to you and Veggie Dad too!
I am so touched by this post and honored that you would share this dedication to us all.
You truely are a wonderful, amazing, woman and I cherish your friendship.
Happy Father's Day to VeggieDad!
You did NOT make a fool of yourself, madam. I thought that was a very brave post! Not many people would take the time to put themselves out there like that, let alone for such a powerful and important message. Especially with VeggieDad standing right there behind the camera! :D
Looking forward to having you out here - see you in a week. :)
Thank you for such a thoughtful episode, VeggieGirl!
Your post made me cry! I completely understand the pain that you still feel for Kiwi. As I've told you before, I lost my cat Cloudy on May 19th of last year and he was only 11 too. I don't know what else to say, except that I promise you that getting another pet really does ease some of the pain. It's hard because you can never truly replace the pet that you lost. But having Peanut has really made me feel so much better somehow. I know that when you feel the time is right to adopt again, that will be one very lucky dog! I'm planning on a real tear jerker post for my blog on July 2nd, when Cloudy would have turned 13. Don't feel bad about showing your emotions. I still feel like bawling everytime I think of Cloudy's death. There is nothing worse than losing a pet, but just know that you are not alone! I'm so happy you're coming to NYC! I hope you have a great time and I can't wait to meet you! See you soon!!
I'm absolutely bawling right now! This was such a beautiful post. I want to go read your post about Kiwi, but I don't really think I can bring myself to do it right now. I am so thankful to have such wonderful people (and animals!) in my life, so thank you so much for reminding me of that.
You're wonderful.
Have a great time in New York! Best wishes,
Meg
This was a very touching and thoughtful post. The picture of Kiwi and VeggieDad is so wonderful.
Thank you for reminding us to cherish the time we have with our loved ones. As you know this is my second Father's Day without my dad and it does not get any easier. When we found out he was sick, he was gone 2 months later.
I hope you have a fantastic time in NYC. I know how much you love it!
Veggie Girl,
Thank you so much for allowing yourself to be 'vulnerable' with us, and expressing your feeling on this video.
I can absolutely relate to this post - we lost our chocolate lab about 1 1/2 years ago (he was 10 yrs old) to cancer, and it was so devastating. He was the love of our family, and we miss him more than anything. I know how much your dog meant to you all well - and as hard as it is to take the pain away, the most we can do is remember all the WONDERFUL times we shared with our dogs. I'm sure your Kiwi taught you so much :-)
Thanks for this beautiful post!
Happy Father Day VD!
~Erika
Aww Liz, you did not make a fool of yourself. I can't believe it's been an entire year since it happened. It reminds me of this time last year when I started my blog because of your kind comments on other blogs and reading your wonderful posts!
Have fun in NY, I can't wait to hear all about it.
((((HUGS))))!!!!!!
Liz, you and Kiwi are both in my thoughts and prayers. I appreciate you sharing this post and your emotions with all of us. I don't like to see you so sad, but I do love real, genuine emotion because it helps us all stay connected as fellow human beings. I have lost pets as well as my father, so I really do understand the pain and emotions you are experiencing. Your reminder to cherish the time we have with our loved ones is so important. I hope you know how much we all love and cherish you too. I wish you a wonderful Father's Day with VeggieDad and a fantastic trip to NYC. Lots of love,
Jaime
What a touching post. I am very sorry for your loss last year.
Many tears, happy and sad. Love you lots girl, have the best trip and we'll chat soon
hey there VG,
I know how hard it is to cope with the lost of a loved one, ESPECIALLY an animal friend- hang in there though, you are such a special, unique girl and famous and loved in the blogging world, we are here 4 u. Kiwi was so precious, He is looking down on you, smiling and running through a grassy field. take care, have a great time in NYC.
xoxo
Laci ;-)
What a lovely post. I'm so sorry about Kiwi. Your video just makes me want to hug my dog Snowbird. I've only had him for a year, but I can't imagine losing him.
And a lovely tribute to your dad as well. He must have been very touched to be standing there for it. You're a good daughter.
you have a beautiful soul :)
I vividly remember your Kiwi post from last year, and just thinking about it and seeing this post bring tears to my eyes. Pets are so precious; I know I cherish mine every day. I am sure this post is meaningful not just to me but to everyone who reads it:)
Have fun in NYC!
This post is so touching, Liz. Your words about Kiwi and VeggieDad are so beautiful. I wish I could give you a huge hug!
<3 See you soon :)
Aw, Kiwi was adorable! I'm so sorry she's no longer with you. Pets really do become part of the family!
Have so much fun in NYC!!!
Oh Liz. I'm so sorry. I love that you are keeping in touch with the shelter so that you can someday get a new friend when you are ready.
You are blessed to have had Kiwi and to still have Veggie Dad! They both are remarkable, just like YOU!
Big hugs, Liz!!!
If I could, I would hug you right now. Weel, feel virtually hugged.
That is a beautiful picture of Kiwi and VeggieDad!
I couldn't hold back my tears after reading about Kiwi's death ... A time will also come when I will have to say goodbye to my adorable cat...
That was the most touching post I have ever read (and I'm a blog stalker so believe me I must have read thousands). You did not make a fool out of yourself at all ~ I nearly cried several times myself while watching it and your pain and sorrow relating to Kiwi's loss was so raw and real that it simply radiated through the screen. My thoughts are with you today and although time does not ease the deep sense of longing to have an absent loved one back in our lives, at least you have the satisfaction of knowing that your tribute to the wonderful Kiwi, both in post and video format, ensures that the entire blogging community now realises what a special and beautiful part of your life she was.
Hold on to the happy memories you have of her and I hope you enjoy your trip to NYC.
<3
~Jessica~
*oh* and don't apologise for yourself so much! I love your deadpan, dry sense of humour and tone! Don't change yourself for anyone.
Have so much fun in NYC! I cannot wait to hear about your trip.
Awwww. Its SO hard to lose the pet you've grown up with. We waited quite a while after my chocolate lab, Mackenzie, died. We def needed a long period of time to get over Mac's death. I wish I could give you a HUG!
I love your relationship with your dad! I think its fabulous and everyone should strive to have a relationship like this. Veggie Dad you rock!!
You are totally allowed to break down- never apoogize.
I hope you have such a great weekend celebrating with your daddy.
That was a beautiful tribute to both Kiwi and VeggieDad. It is beautiful how you can so readily display your emotions. So many people spend their whole lives repressing their emotions. In the end, they suffer because no one ever got to see/know how they were really and truly feeling deep inside. You are a beautiful, pure soul. It has been a pleasure to get to know you, be it only a little, through your blog.
Have a blast in NY. I can't wait to read all about it.
Thanks for putting up such a sharing and caring post. It really hit home with me (growing up and have many dogs), and made me sit back and think about things. Time really does fly by without us noticing it, and you're right about taking advantage and appreciating it. So very true. I normally tell people to be proud of what they have, but luckily you already do :)
It's so touching to see your genuine emotion over your beloved Kiwi. It sounds like such a special relationship. Hugs to you...this is a great way to pay tribute to her :) I will check out the post from last year.
Happy Father's Day, VeggieDad!
Have a great time in NYC :)
You aren't alone with experiencing loss. Within the past 5 years I've had to endure the death of my 2 cats that I've had since 3rd grade, my grandmother, and my step-mother.
this post was so touching and beautiful, it really touched my heart. i am so sorry for ur loss of little kiwi :( but i know she(?) is looking down at you in doggie heaven :) that pic of vd and kiwi is so cute.
xo
maya
this was so touching, you are such a beautiful person liz. and i am so sorry for the loss of kiwi(love that name btw) well as maya said she/he? is looking down at you from doggy heaven :)
love you
eliza
ps: can not wait for the possible meet up this week in NY <3
aww sweetie, this was such a touching post! You and Kiwi were both so lucky to have each other, even though it wasn't for nearly enough time. You are so right about cherishing all the time we have with our loved ones because life is so fragile and short and we never know what will happen tomorrow.
Have an amazing time in New York, and Happy Fathers Day to VeggieDad :)
This was such a touching video...you are so amazing Veggie girl!
Happy Father's Day to fabulous (camera man :P) Veggie Dad!
Kiwi is so cute!
Have fun in NYC you lucky girl! I've never been, but hopefully will one day.
I should have seen your video before commenting. I almost got teary-eyed myself as you talked about Kiwi and how much she meant to you. I couldn't help but think about my own two dogs and how special they are.
VeggieGirl, we are so much alike. I know EXACTLY where you are coming from. I lost my best friend, Mandy, last Halloween. She was 12 years old and like you, that time felt nowhere near enough. I miss her so very much and it still so hard to talk about her. Here I am sitting here, blubbering away while typing this. I obviously can't keep my emotions hidden either, lol.
Anyways, I just wanted to say thank you for this post. You are such a great, strong person. Love ya girl! <3 <3
Awww! I want to give you a hug. This was the saddest episode you've ever made. I got emotional.
This was a great tribute to Kiwi and your father. I know it has been a hard year without Kiwi. We lost our family cat two years ago, and it was so hard, because he was sixteen and we had him since he was born.
Have a great time in NY! I am SO jealous. I'm curious about what you're going to do.
This post was special and very touching, Liz.
I'm sure Kiwi and your Dad appreciate this heartfelt post very much.
Enjoy your trip!
You are freaking awesome and I love how you keep it real. I had a pet cat for about 24 years and I know how that bond feels when you "grew up" with that pet. No other pet bonds can compare but you can still give an animal a good home and love them for what they have to offer when you are ready. Oh, and I have to say one more thing -
HAPPY FATHER'S DAY TO VEGGIEDAD!!! I want to put a badge on my site that says "I love VeggieDad" with a link to your site. It may take me a while - would that be okay?
hugggggs
you are precious and you NEVER need to keep those feelings inside. When our heart is open for others to see, that is BEAUTY.
Love you, dear friend!! XOXO
Awww sweetpea!!! I'm so sorry about the pain and heartache that's still there. It's a beautiful bond we have with our animal companions! I send you enormous hugs from across the country! xoxo
this is unbelievably touching. thank you for sharing such beautiful dedications with us.
i hope you have a wonderful trip to new york!
{{{{{HUGS}}}}} I'm glad you have wonderful memories of your sweet Kiwi:) I pray that my children feel about me the way you feel about your dad. Have a great trip to NYC, can't wait to see more Pure Raw photos!
liz,
what a beautiful, touching post -- you had me tearing up at the end! i told you before that i also had a sheltie who passed away this year, and i know how hard it is -- pets really are more than just animals, they're best friends. kiwi was absolutely beautiful and i'm so glad you had 11 years with her, what an amazing time it must have been. i'm honored to share my birthday with her too =)
i just loved this video, you have such a huge heart and it just shined through so much! thank you for the reminders to cherish our loved ones, and for letting all those feelings out! i respect that so much.
can't wait to meet up soon! i'll be in touch =)
xoxo
::hugs::
Your emotions and feelings are beautiful. Thanks for being so real. Kiwi was a wonderful dog. Veggiedad is a great friend/parent/support... and let's not forget camera man, lol.
i'm gonna go call my parents and tell them i love and miss them. and give couscous (cat) a big hug. And Bobby of course.
hope you're having a wonderful weekend girlie. enjoy new york!
lots of love and hugs,
maggie
What a touching dedication. My family dog that was 17 years old passed away Tuesday, so I definitely know how you feel. It is so hard. I am glad you have amazing memories of Kiwi and keep her close to your heart.
that was so incredibly touching Liz...thank you <3
Awwwww...VG!!! Big hugs from me to you, sweet pea! Loosing a pet is never easy (I teared up watching this, myself - you're not a fool). Kiwi lived a great life with you and your family. Love you, girlie!!!
Happy Father's Day to VeggieDad!!
*hugs* kiwi is always watching over you :)
love veggie girl t.v! have fun in NYC - its the best city, well in my opinion haha.
ps. I just found prana bars. I dont know if you've tried/seen them but the wrapper said it was soy/gluten free and 55% raw. It said the nuts were roasted to ease with digestion. The one I tried was pretty good :)
Thanks, sweetie, for inspiring ALL of us with this touching tribute.
Such a sweet post. Thanks for your words. We had a golden retreiver for 13 years. I still miss her. I hope you and your family have a Happy Father's Day. Enjoy your time in NYC! Love ya!
Oh Veggie Girl! I had tears in my eyes watching you. I think the first comment I left on your blog was from the post you dedicated to Kiwi. I am so sorry for your loss, I can't even imagine how hard it would be to lose Ginger.
The words you said about Veggie Dad were beautiful! Happy Fathers Day VD! :)
Girl, do not say sorry for crying and you did not make a fool out of your self! I am so sorry to hear about your sweet Kiwi. I am sure she had an amazing life with you! Have fun in NYC you lucky girl!
~Justine
You had me crying so hard!!!
First because today my mom called me to say that our 17 year old Maltese died. We got him when I was 10 and I'll be 27 next month. Luckily I saw him 2 days ago.
Secondly because people don't realize that they need to love people while they are still alive. My dad died when I was 10 (the same year I got our Maltese) and I always have a hard time on father's day.
I'm also sad that people still give you mean comments. Life is way too short why can't people be kind? Maybe it is because I know a few people with Crohn's, and others are ignorant, but I really just don't understand how people can comment like they do.
Liz, this was so touching and beautiful that I started to tear up!
You're right, life's WAY too short to waste time not loving our loved ones, and spending time and cherishing our time with them.
I read once a story this little boy wrote. He said that the meaning of life is to discover what love really is. And this is why dogs die so soon, they figure it out long before we ever do. Kiwi will always be in your heart and will live on in your heart.
Happy Father's Day to Veggie Dad! He is truly remarkable. Don't worry what those horrible people say about you, you have your family for support and they know YOU, the REAL you. Not the one they see online in a blog. Cherish them! I know you do.
I think if we could everyone together to give you a BIG Hug . So touching !
Aww...your post was sooooooo touching. Hugs from Pittsburgh.
i just did major recap on your lst two vid. posts...and i missed you dearlyYyy!!!
love this tribute and im going to hit up that link from last year as soon as im done commenting!
NYC???? i want to go! :) jk im allll vacationed out!
can't wait for a recap!
love you Ma!
DO not apologize for showing emotion and being youself - ever!
Also, I didn't finish! It was touching to hear you speak about Kiwi. So much love!
Happy Dad's day Veggie Dad!
Oh Elizabeth! Big hugs to you! Thoughts of our loved one's who have passed never leave us, no matter how long it has been. Each and every loved one I've lost is always with me, furry, human or otherwise. Your post had me in tears, I had to stop it a few times! I am truly sorry that Kiwi isn't with you any longer.
A very Happy Fathers Day to VeggieDad!! (Fathers Day here isn't until September so the Dads in my life have a while to wait yet ;)). I hope he had an awesome Dad's Day!!
I'm late reading this (and commenting)
beautiful posts and dedications. So touching -- Kiwi was so lucky to have you -- I am certain Kiwi is smiling down on you from doggie heaven today, thinking of all the awesome birthdays she spent with you and your family.
have a fantastic trip, can't wait to hear all about it.
xoxo
I just read your post from last year and it was so sweet. ((Hugs)) I have had three shelties as pets. One died too soon as well, when she was just a puppy. My second, Lucy, lived until last December. She was 13 and was just too old and sick to make it any more. She had heart problems too. I have Emma now, who is four and just the epitome of a sheltie. They are the sweetest pets and my favorite dogs. I'm so sorry for your loss! It's hard to loose a pet and I wanted to let you know that I read about Kiwi and shared in your joy and sorrow. I hope that you can one day find another dog to love. Hopefully another sheltie, as they are the best :)
thanks for sharing your special Kiwi! It touched my heart.
i can't believe you think you made a fool of yourself! Liz, you are such a compassionate friend to so many of us in blogworld (and i'm sure in real life!), this is just one more way it comes to light. anyone who has loved and lost a pet knows exactly how you feel, and i teared up thinking of my own pup who we had to put down while i was in grad school...
Hope you have a great day with your dad, and sending hugs your way! Have a fun nyc trip, too :)
Memories are the greatest gift we have from loved ones that have passed on. Cherish and enjoy them. You truly are blessed to have veggie dad with you. Enjoy your day together!
You are such an amazing person. A pets is definitely a very important and special member of a family <3 Stay strong girly. You are doing wonderful things!
This is such a raw post - I love this side of you, very real and something we can all relate to. I am glad you shared this with us, and I know how hard it can be to lose a pet, a best friend. Thinking of you and waiting for you! Happy Daddio-s day Veggie DAD! :)
Kiwi was so lucky to have you! Be strong VG, you know Kiwi is watching over you from doggie heaven :)
It's so hard to lose a beloved pet, but your tribute to Kiwi was so lovely. I'm sure she's "smiling" down on you! Hope you had a great Father's Day and a wonderful trip to NYC!
Beautiful, touching post. It brought back so many memories of having to let go of our bulldog, Lord Byron. My husband was deployed and I felt so alone. I still keep a picture of him in my desk so that I can look at his goofy smiling face when I feel down.
It's nice to see such a wonderful relationship with your Dad. I am also a Daddy's Girl and I cherish our time together. Many people didn't understand the closeness of my family or the fact that I might actually LIKE to spend time with my parents, but I feel so blessed to have them!
what a lovely post my dear - Kiwi loves you!
VeggieDad + Kiwi = adorable :)
stay strong girl!
thank you so much for sharing this - losing pets is SO, so hard. We've had to put 2 down because of cancer, and I miss them so much.
I hope today is a good day, and that you have safe travels to NY :)
((hugs))
I loved this post! Kiwi was a beautiful dog and this was a great tribute. I hope you have fun in NYC!! :) Can't wait to hear all about your adventures.
I am so sorry girl. It's really hard but I really do believe that our pets stick around in spirit. I'm sure Kiwi felt she had a wonderful pack and couldn't ask for a better one. Take care! I'm sending you a BIG blogger hug :)
*hugs* thanks for sharing. i'm sorry for your loss and i hope one day you all will give another dog a home and enjoy the blessings they bring. i really was touched by this post and thank you for being real. xoxo
What a gorgeous tribute post.
Can't wait to see you on Friday! Travel safe :-)
So sweet to remember Kiwi. I'm so sorry for your loss, Liz. I still think about our dog who passed away a couple years ago; she was definitely a big part of our family.
Hope you have fun in NYC!
Very touching!
Aww Liz, thanks for sharing this video with us! That photo of your dad and Kiwi is precious, and I hope that your family and can find another dog as special as kiwi was someday! She seemed like a great girl. :)
What a sweet tribute! I'm sorry you've had to deal with such negative people, that is a shame.
Anyway, have a great trip, NYC is awesome!
Pets are members of the family. I'm still not over my 2 kitties, Boo Boo and Elliot, death, and they died many years ago.
And as for blog stalkers, I've had my share of them, too, sweetie. Don't let them bug you. That just means you are popular! It takes a lot more courage to keep up a blog and engage in a dialogue than it does to be a lurker or a stalker.
XO
Very touching. Enjoy your trip!
NYC! Wave to me in my office when you pass Times Square :)
I like how you always "keep it real" on your blog :). Emotion is a good thing. Kiwi seems like she was a great friend, cute one too.
In spite of the negative remarks, keep blogging. I think your blog is always encouraging; it's great that you've found foods that you can eat. I know that your knowledge will/has helped others with IBD/IBS and food allergies/sensitivities :).
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xo Kelsey (Ann-Adrina)
*hugs* thinking of you.
I would give you a big hug if I could- Such a moving dedication.
Enjoy your trip to NYC... I can't wait to hear all about it!
aww! VG Kiwi was so special! I'm so sorry about your loss - but I really admire how you try to keep the memory of kiwi alive.
you have such a special relationship with your dad - and no you havent made a fool out of yourself at all!
now I have to go hug my dog =)
hope you have a wonderful time in NYC hun! i have missed you!
Awwh. This is so sweet and loving. I love you!
Kiwi was such a beautiful dog and how beautiful her story was. I'm so glad you had so many wonderful years with her. I'm sure you miss her tremendously.
I hope you have a wonderful trip to NYC!
our furry friends are the best companions and will never be forgotten even when they are gone
Get in touch while you're in NYC, if you have time! Email me: sparkyluma@yahoo.com - I'd love to meet you and take you to my fave vegan cafe!
awww - I am so sorry about kiwi. we had a family dog that was just as special, so I feel for you. They become a BIG part of your family and it is so hard when they have to leave us.
On a brighter note- i hope you are having a great time in NYC. :)
ohhh girl..I had tears rolling down my eyes watching your video!
I'm so sorry about Kiwi. Hang in there and have a great time in NYC!
*HUGS* for both having to deal with stupid internet stalkers and of course for the loss of your sweet dog. I'm sure it's still just as fresh a year later.
I am catching up on your blog and omg, the Pure Raw food looks and sounds amazing!
Liz, I totally feel your pain. We only lost our little girl (cat) Maggie a month and a half ago and I feel like we are never going to get past it. She was so much more to us than a pet! She was the best friend you could ever have. Thank you for sharing with us because sometimes I feel like people think we are strange for still being so sad for her being gone!
I hope you have a great trip!
So sad to see you crying sweetie. But you leave a beautiful message! Have fun in NY and come back smiling!
Thank you for your video, this was special. We lost our doggie Daisy Duke of 12 years about a year ago too. It was so very sad because they are really a part of your family and mean so much. I remember when she was just a little puppy. I truly try to cherish the time spent with family because when it's all said and done that is really what we have. Hope you have a wonderful trip in NYC *hug*
oh liz! i remember this time last year when you were so upset... simba and kiwi are definitely romping in puppy paradise :)
thanks so much for the congrats!!! i wish we would have been able to meet up!
That photo is WAY too cute :) Sad, but cute nonetheless! Have an awesome trip, and can't wait for the updates!
I just discovered your blog today and I'm really enjoying it. I have a ton of food allergies and so it's always exciting to find blogs that have recipes I can actually use.
Sorry to hear that you're getting negative comments from certain people, and I'm sorry to hear about your cat.
Hey thanks for the comment. I've had a glance at your blog, I love video posts, it makes me thing I know the blogger that much more.
I remember your post about your pup, I cried.
I am crying now. :(
Have fun in NYC.
I am so sorry about Kiwi! I know how you must feel. My dog died on my hands more than 10 years ago... it still hurts...
Aww, love. You have Kiwi with you always. Have fun in NYC! Go to Lula's, they have GF & SF options!
this is such a beautiful dedication to kiwi and your dad. i remember reading your post a year ago and it truly broke my heart. kiwi and your dad are both blessed to have you in their lives.
Thank you for posting this beautiful dedication. I know exactly how you feel. We just had to put my cat Nikki to sleep on Friday. She was twelve years old and I grew up with her (we got her when I was six). I miss her SO much, there aren't even words to explain it. It's so painful and hard to deal with. There are so many things that remind me of her.
Just take comfort knowing that you gave Kiwi a wonderful life. She was blessed to have you in it!
Sending many hugs your way,
Stacey
VeggieGirl, I thought of you the whole time I was baking blondies!! :-) *hugs* You rock!!
I feel you, homegirl. My two cats are my babies, and I am going to totally lose it when they go to the great litterbox in the sky.... which is why I try to do what you said: just cherish each day with them and love them even more!!
Oh yeah, and I love my dad too :)
very touching, i got teary with you. sweet memory of sweet kiwi. so nice you and veggie dad are so close, very special. look forward to your new york update.
I couldn't make it to the dinner, but I hope you had a great time in NY!
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You are never making a fool of yourself for feeling & expressing your emotions :) I think it's very brave to be so open to the world!
I understand what it's like to lose a pet you grew up with - I've gone through it more than once, and it's never fun. But you will always have those memories with you.
VeggieGirl,
I am so sorry that I am late in wishing you my deepest condolences. I still remember your tribute post from last year and hope you know that my thoughts are with you, as always. Your video really moved me and although I have never had a dog of my own due to my dad's asthma/allergies, I know how truly special they can be and know that Kiwi must have lived a wonderful life with you and your family.
Love,
Jenn
Im very sorry, and My deepest COndolences. I had gone thro' the same pain when I lost my beloved and cutest puppy 'Julie'. Your post just made me cry.
You're spirit is so genuine. Emotions are a good thing. =) I'm very sorry about Kiwi. Thanks for sharing such a thoughtful post.
You truly are a good-hearted person. And a very brave woman. I support you completely, though I know, merely coming to your site and feeling at your side in reading and listening, is not a lot...
But I mean it. And I wish for you a future that hugs you where it hurts.
Hugs to you, always!
Daniel
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