Lisa at Home Posted March 19, 2008 Share Posted March 19, 2008 We lost a pet this morning. I've been trying to help a snake which was having a hard time, and he didn't make it. I guess I should be happy that the experts feel it was unlikely for him to have made it this long, and that I did everything possible, but still. Some may have a hard time imagining such affection for a snake, but the reptiles here are as loved as the mammals. Ds is having a particularly hard time. None of us feels we really need to take the day off, but we are working and crying, and then working and crying some more. RIP, Neo. :crying: ~Lisa Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lisawa Posted March 19, 2008 Share Posted March 19, 2008 Oh... I am so sorry.... I feel for you this morning... :( Its hard to loose a pet... 4 legs or not... its your pet and you loved it.... Im sorry... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OnTheBrink Posted March 19, 2008 Share Posted March 19, 2008 I'm sorry you lost your pet. :( Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jean in Newcastle Posted March 19, 2008 Share Posted March 19, 2008 I'm so sorry for your loss. He sounds like a much love member of the family. I found that when our cat disappeared (most likely into the paws of a coyote) that it did help to keep our routine but I also "gave myself a break" by realizing that we were'nt going to be quite as productive as when we weren't mourning. The first week was really, really hard. The second was still hard but better. :crying: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Karen sn Posted March 19, 2008 Share Posted March 19, 2008 Have a nice funeral later - or have you already? I lost a snake in a college - I was very sad - and would you believe a class of social workers laughed out loud when I said that I was sad that my snake had died!?! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BeachGirl Posted March 19, 2008 Share Posted March 19, 2008 I am sorry for the loss of your beloved pet. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Frontier Mom Posted March 19, 2008 Share Posted March 19, 2008 We love reptiles here and know they are great to love!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jennifer in NH Posted March 19, 2008 Share Posted March 19, 2008 Sorry! I've never had a snake, but we have lost a few pets..its always heartwrenching! Wishing you all the best... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Begonia Posted March 19, 2008 Share Posted March 19, 2008 I'm very sorry to hear about your loss. All creatures deserve love and it sounds as though your snake was very well loved. Virtual hugs to you and yours (and especially to your ds). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sue G in PA Posted March 19, 2008 Share Posted March 19, 2008 while I'm not fond of snakes..it's so hard to lose a pet that you've grown to love...furry or not. I hope your ds is okay. When my ds9 lost his hamster he was really sad (tried not to show it, but he was upset). Give him some extra luvin today and I pray you both feel better soon. Hugs. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Katia Posted March 19, 2008 Share Posted March 19, 2008 It is so hard to lose a pet. I believe they truly are family. Give yourselves time to grieve. So sorry. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jenny in Atl Posted March 19, 2008 Share Posted March 19, 2008 We lost a pet this morning. I've been trying to help a snake which was having a hard time, and he didn't make it. I guess I should be happy that the experts feel it was unlikely for him to have made it this long, and that I did everything possible, but still. Some may have a hard time imagining such affection for a snake, but the reptiles here are as loved as the mammals. Ds is having a particularly hard time. None of us feels we really need to take the day off, but we are working and crying, and then working and crying some more. RIP, Neo. :crying: ~Lisa ((hugs)) We are big animal lovers around here, including snakes. So sorry Neo did not make it. I'm sure he felt safe and passed with that love. I'm one of those odd ones that believes animals have feeling, souls just like us. Nothing wrong in taking the day off to remember him. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Doran Posted March 19, 2008 Share Posted March 19, 2008 I love all my critters, and if we didn't have so many already, there's probably be a snake among them. I'm so sorry you've lost Neo. He sounds like a very wonderful part of your life, and I know you'll miss him. It also sounds like he was a very fortunate snake to have you as his caregivers. Doran Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lisa at Home Posted March 19, 2008 Author Share Posted March 19, 2008 I feel fortunate to be part of such a great group of ladies with which to share the things of life, just one of which is the death of a loved pet. Y'all are great. :grouphug: ~Lisa Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Laura in VA Posted March 19, 2008 Share Posted March 19, 2008 It's so hard to lose one of the family. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gardenschooler Posted March 20, 2008 Share Posted March 20, 2008 I'm sorry to hear that, Lisa. A pet doesn't have to be furry to be a part of the family. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NYSue Posted March 20, 2008 Share Posted March 20, 2008 Not a snake lover here, but I do feel for you and your dc having lost a pet. I hope tomorrow is a better day. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lollie010 Posted March 20, 2008 Share Posted March 20, 2008 I am so sorry. We lost a pet recently and some days are still difficult. Laurel T. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
prairiegirl Posted March 20, 2008 Share Posted March 20, 2008 I am so sorry. I know how hard it is to lose a pet. (((hugs))) Julia mom of 3 (8,7,5) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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