tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-23275600009554114242024-03-13T13:37:05.462-07:00Ginger of the Flying EarsGinger's journey through the valley of the shadow of death (lymphoma diagnosed1/9/10, crossed the bridge 4/9/10)
'Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil: For thou art with me; Thy rod and thy staff, they comfort me' (23d psalm)Mary Louhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08246926155668417289noreply@blogger.comBlogger99125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2327560000955411424.post-63489822668310633452012-01-09T19:29:00.000-08:002012-01-27T19:30:32.703-08:00It's been 2 years ...It's been 2 years ...<br />
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<i>Here is what I wrote last year .....<br />
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it is January 9. The anniversary of Angel Ginger's diagnosis .... I had been dreading this anniversary , somehow more than the April 9 anniversary of her death ... it was the day my world fell apart, I know it sounds absurd, but I had not realized that dogs got cancer at such a young age (she was 4 and a half) and it had never occurred to me that a dog could be in apparent perfect health one day and the next, near death. I had many animals before in my life, they either died of old age, in a relatively peaceful way, or in a traumatic accident... I can remember my total meltdown, my total disbelief ... and my determination to do whatever I could to help my sweet red girl ... the 3 months that followed ... the ups and downs ... I still cannot read my daily journal all the way through, but i am glad I did chronicle Ginger's dance through the valley of the shadow of death ... i believe I learned more, about love, and courage, and compassion, and faith from those 3 months than the rest of my 64 years on this earth ... the wonderful people I met, some in 'real life', some on the internet ... the caring, the compassion ... and Angel Ginger's steadfast courage right to the end. My God what an experience. To those of you who were with me and Angel Ginger ... thank you for being a part of our journey. My life will never be the same.<br />
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And now another year has passed. And still this day is burned in my mind. In 2010, Jan 9 was a Saturday ... I got up and let the dogs out for their morning run, and my Angel Ginger just stood there. No running up to lick my face, no taking off like a red arrow to run joyously along the fence line ... she just stood there. And finally, slowly, followed me ... all the way down the hill... and back to the kennels. Slowly, so slowly. And she wouldnt eat. My sweet red girl with the voracious appetite ... not a bit. I took her iside tried to tempt her, finally she ate one small bite ... and then a little more, I was so relieved, I thought maybe she just had a stomach upset ... as the day wore on, she acted a little better, but she never pooped, I thought maybe a blockage? Frantically on the Internet, trying to find an answer. ... the next day, Sunday, she was no better, and ... she had a swelling in her abdomen ...took her to ER vet ... the Xrayed and did blood work and found a mass ...and high calcium levels in her blood ... and she was in renal failure ...we were at my regular vet the next day ... he said he'd never heard of a cancer popping up like this ... it took 2 days to get to oncologist, by this time my poor girl hadnt eaten at all ... but she was still trying to follow me ... the oncologist confirmed lymphoma, and started chemo and IV fluids, she was in hospital 2 weeks ... and then, I brought her home ... our battle only lasted 3 months, she fought so hard ... and she had good days, mostly... I do not regret trying the chemo, it did at least put her in partial remission, enough for the sublumbar lymph nodes (the only ones affected) to stop the pressure on her urethers, so she no longer was in renal failure ... and she gained back the weight she'd lost, and ... she ran again, ears flying joyously ...<br />
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I feel your spirit tonight, my sweet red girl ... and no, I will never forget.Mary Louhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08246926155668417289noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2327560000955411424.post-63251743176346528952011-04-09T23:00:00.000-07:002011-04-11T19:07:35.680-07:00Angel Ginger, it's been a yearMy sweet red girl, my Ginger of the Flying Ears ... it's been a year since you left this earth... seems like yesterday, seems like a hundred years ago ... you had come to us in July 2008, escaped from a shelter down the road aways, came right to our gate and waited for my husband to come home, jumped in his truck and rode on in ... to your forever home, which only lasted a year and a half ... I have always loved Irish setters, used to have them years ago, but you, my dear, were the sweetest of them all ... I thank St. Francis for giving you to me, if only for such a short time ... it is so very hard to lose our animal companions, even if they live out their allotted span, but to lose you seemed so very unfair, you had such a rough life before you found us, and were so very happy with all the room to run, run, run ... with DB, Banshee and then Snoopy ... ah, you were such a dear girl. And you battled the evil lymphoma so courageously, came back from the edge, gave us 3 months to love you more, and then left us. After you passed on April 9 (a Friday last year), you came back several times and turned on the motion lights on the outbuildings (you'd do that of an evening, run around to all the buiildings, the lights flicking on as you passed ...) I've been watching tonight to see if perhaps ... but no. I guess your spirit is at rest now, waiting patiently for us to join you in the glorious place God has for us ... and I'm sure you're playing with the other dog angels, particularly Sadie,Isis and Bridie, who all passed in the same week last year ... dance on, my sweet red girl, until we meet again...<br />
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Notes from friends<br />
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Annette Van Der Walt Thinking of you tonight, hoping that the memories of your sweet girl will bring a smile to your face, remembering the greatness of a special dog that came into your life!<br />
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Christine Duff Neff Hugs to you MaryLou! Such a sad anniversary and such a tragic loss, but such a beautiful life!<br />
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Michelle Zak I read every post you've written on Ginger and she became a part of our family. You both found each other and shared such a tender time together.<br />
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Hugs and love to you Mary Lou!<br />
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Mona Nahorny Even while you miss your girl, you still find time and love to welcome others into your life. What a remarkable person you are, Mary Lou.<br />
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Susan Kellett Gue Beautiful post. I look forward to the day we can see our pups again. Until then, you keep doing the wonderful work you do, caring for the pack you have and all those pups that seek you out (like Corey and little Mattie). :)<br />
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Poem<br />
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Do not stand at my grave and weep.<br />
I am not there.<br />
I do not sleep.<br />
I am a thousand winds that blow.<br />
I am the diamond glint on snow.<br />
I am the sunlight on ripened grain.<br />
I am the autumn rain.<br />
When you awake in the morning hush,<br />
I am the swift uplifting rush<br />
Of birds circling in flight.<br />
I am the stars that shine at night.<br />
Do not stand at my grave and weep.<br />
I am not there.<br />
I do not sleep...<br />
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Dear Mary Lou<br />
That is so beautiful.<br />
Thank you for sharing those beautiful pictures of Angel Ginger on FB. They clearly show her special nature. She is not only beautiful physically but she has a special presence, wise and loving.<br />
The only way I can come to terms with losing Bridie as I did is to think of her as God-sent and God-taken. To offer the whole experience up. I feel it will take me a long time to discover why she came to me and to learn what she came to teach me. Sometimes I feel I'm not doing very well, too caught up with work and day to day living...<br />
I feel Angel Ginger was a similar being. I feel for you at this time of grief. She wa so beautiful and so utterly devoted to you. I feel privileged to have your companionship in this journey. On we go...<br />
love from Kathy<br />
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Thanks, dearest Mary Lou, for these absolutely marvellous lines!!!<br />
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Chris<br />
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Mary Lou,<br />
A beautiful tribute for Ginger. They are never forgotten. Run sweet girl, run.<br />
Petra<br />
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Mary Lou - Your letter to Ginger of the Flying Ears is lovely. She knew exactly what she was doing when she chose you. I am sorry it was so short, but am happy for her that her life ended in such a loving place. While we undoubtedly have loved and will love many animals in our lives, there are some that share a very unique bond that change us forever. It's a beautiful thing.<br />
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xo<br />
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Bettina<br />
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i remember that day she jumped in the truck.god told her she was going to a wonderful loving home. she lived a happy life. her spirit will always be with you. she has crossed over now and awaits you for that great reunion. sending many hugs as you remember sweet ginger and may her memorys help ease your pain. janice,angels charlie,lucy,cookie<br />
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Mary Lou<br />
Gone but never ever forgotten! The memories we cherish is a testament to the love we shared. I thank God every day for entrusting these beautiful creatures to our care. Angel Ginger touched so many lives and that was her mission<br />
Here on earth. And then one day God needed her more.<br />
Celebrate her life & the memories you have of this special girl.<br />
You know she is in your heart and always with you in spirit.<br />
Angel Ginger you blessed so many during your life and I know you have a special place at the Bridge.<br />
Mary Lou just reflect on the blessings that your girl gave to so many.<br />
Hugs & prayers<br />
Pat. Angel Sally<br />
Bo & Tony <br />
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Mary Lou Hi,<br />
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I post here to passing as this is the place and I can so see ginger passing the buildings setting off the lights. I know folks will say they are never gone but, they have to move on to be with God I know this and their they will wait for us to come back home. It is so hard for me to write this because I know I have seen them here after death for a bit then there is a moment when you get your last look. There is a feeling of dis pare and peace all at the same time you want to call out for them to come back but, they vanish and your left with a blanket of peace and then Anger as if you know this was the last time. It is for real like a rain drop hitting the waters surface and the rings that float out from the droplet and soon the surface is as smooth as glass. When it rains look there into the puddle and see this happen it is like your life. This is the moment and death is the forever. We all have to make the best of the moment to know the reward of the forever and this is where they all are waiting for us all to join them.<br />
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Know you have loved hard and deep and so it is and will be like an echo off the mountain it shall one day be returned to you...... Ginger is in your hart and your in hers God Bless yours Peter D. Buckley<br />
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So beautifully written. They are with us always. I'm so happy that Ginger found a loving home even if it was a short time. She picked you to help her transition to the next dimension, and that is an honor. <br />
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Sincerely,<br />
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Lisa Y and Angel Sadie <br />
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I thought about you and Ginger yesterday. It just came out of the blue. I<br />
felt the heaviness and ache you must be feeling and I wanted you to know I<br />
was there with you is my heart. When I lost Valerie, I felt as though my<br />
child had died and it took a long time to put aside that pain. It never<br />
truly goes away but at least the ache subsides with time. I hope you are<br />
celebrating her life and not so much on he tragic death. She gave you so<br />
much love, respect and she knew you were her special angel. She may be your<br />
angel now but you were truly her angel when she needed you. God gave her to<br />
you already knowing you were the proper one to take care of her. Her giving<br />
you Corey was also a gift from God and you have given another dog who<br />
wouldn't have otherwise had a great place to run, a home. My thoughts are<br />
there for all of you this weekend. Love ya, Brenda<br />
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Mary Lou,<br />
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What a wonderful tribute. My tears are flowing again.<br />
One thing Ginger had was a very good life with you. And lots of love.<br />
Love, JoAnn<br />
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I can't believe its been a year either, yet at other times it seems like 100 years. I will never forget the month of April,our furbabies one after the other passing to the Bridge. I pray that you will able....to concentrate on the wonderful positive memories that Ginger has left you.....My heart still hurts for the loss of your Ginger....I remember sitting and crying at my desk in work when I read in your blog that she had passed. I was so upset that I could not email you back.( firewall),,,,I knew then, a feeling in my heart told me that Isis did not have much time either.....and she did cross over on 4/17.<br />
A candle is lit and prayers said ....God bless you.<br />
Margie, Max and Isis<br />
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Good heavens, ML. You made me cry Big Time! Should have known not to read it. You are too good with words when it comes to your doggies. .... Kathy<br />
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Very dear post. I know you're glad to be remembering, no matter how difficult. She was a good, wonderful girl.<br />
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Janet E Tarbox<br />
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oh my how time goes by so swiftly... Ginger how I loved reading and learning<br />
about this beautiful soul...... forever missed ... Ginger left paw prints on<br />
many hearts ....Linda<br />
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dear Mary Lou,<br />
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anniversaries are in some ways as difficult as the actual day. i have felt crumby all day, headache and heart hurts.<br />
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blessings to your your sweet angel Ginger..<br />
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Carlene and Joysie (brn 5 Dec 2000, died 10 Oct 2010)<br />
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It does not seem that long since she left. I teared up again reading this. I never knew she was a shelter escapee. God bless you...she was brought to your family so she could enjoy the rest of her life and you provided her with love and devotion she may have never known....all the way to the end. Hugs.<br />
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Willow<br />
Willowynd Collies<br />
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Mary Lou - It is so true, feels like yesterday, feels like forever ago all at the same time. You're words for Ginger are so loving. Thank you for sharing them. <br />
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All my best,<br />
Shelly<br />
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Mary Lou,<br />
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Hugs sent to you. No matter how much we say or believe death is not final, nothing seems more final to those of us left behind.<br />
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Jo Ann<br />
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The year anniversaries are the hardest. Yes your girl the sweet<br />
girl with the flying ears will always be in your heart forever. At<br />
this time we reflect on the joy they brought us and the sorrow<br />
they are no longer with us.<br />
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God Bless,<br />
Sheila<br />
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Sweet Ginger ... an angel (((hugs))) Rebecca<br />
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Dear Mary Lou,<br />
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Ginger lives forever in your heart and in bright memories. Love is eternal.<br />
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Lynn G in Los Angeles with Mickey and Lotus, and angels Bingo and Simba<br />
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My favorite prayer, the one I try to live my life by, is St. Francis' prayer, the 'peace prayer'<br />
Lord, make me an instrument of your peace; where there is hatred, let me sow love; when there is injury, pardon; where there is doubt, faith; where there is despair, hope; where there is darkness, light; and where there is sadness, joy. Grant that I may not so much seek to be consoled as to console; to be understood, as to understand, to be loved as to love; for it is in giving that we receive, it is in pardoning that we are pardoned, and it is in dying that we are born to eternal life. AmenMary Louhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08246926155668417289noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2327560000955411424.post-34553156034859742882010-05-29T06:03:00.000-07:002010-05-29T10:11:02.492-07:00Ginger's Memorial Stone<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiywdAK6ITHgmUW9yDMxO32AxK63bz1sGEmGb8YaeZnd1RKGDv6MFtHBXaWw4G-lq18dSpNdLaBmuFlutociDhp8OFMy70F1PuUfwE5vWrYp0qzlGom5_MUTQQXcqlGUB71_SwYfnv1Leg/s1600/Ginger-rock2.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;">O</a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img border="0" height="300" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiywdAK6ITHgmUW9yDMxO32AxK63bz1sGEmGb8YaeZnd1RKGDv6MFtHBXaWw4G-lq18dSpNdLaBmuFlutociDhp8OFMy70F1PuUfwE5vWrYp0qzlGom5_MUTQQXcqlGUB71_SwYfnv1Leg/s400/Ginger-rock2.JPG" width="400" /></div><br />
On May 6, I came home and found a wonderful surprise delivered by UPS ... a beautiful memorial stone engraved 'Ginger of the Flying Ears,forever in our hearts' with an Irish setter carved in the stone ... from 7 very wonderful people (and their dogs) on the SPT (Start Puppy Training) list ... I am completely overwhelmed... thank you to Cricket & Solo; Alexis & Teddy; Michelle & Ranger & Scout; Bonnie Kenk; Beryl & Hans & Hayley; Mickey; and Kristen & Cyrus & Hank (The Rockford Pitweilers)... I had been looking at various memorial stones and plaques online but had not yet had the courage to order one, this is so beautiful, I am so very very grateful to you all..<br />
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Ginger's stone is now sitting on my porch, where I can see it every time I sit there of an evening... once I get Ginger's Grove completed at the bottom of the hill (with a red plum tree planted with her ashes) I will move it down there ....Mary Louhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08246926155668417289noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2327560000955411424.post-18374310254085514942010-04-25T21:57:00.001-07:002010-04-25T21:57:59.445-07:00Farewell my Ginger, until we meet againFriday evening, 2 weeks after her passing, we laid my Ginger's remains to rest. It was a beautiful spring evening, clear and cool with a slight breeze. My husband and I accompanied by DB,Banshee and Snoopy went down the hill towards the drainage pond, I riding the lawnmower, carrying Ginger's ashes, my husband on the tractor with the new red plum tree, my husband then dug the hole to plant the tree while I and the 3 dogs watched and I explained to them what we were doing. When the hole was ready I spread about half Ginger's ashes, my husband planted the tree, I added one of Ginger's all time favorite treats (peanut butter pretzel nuggets), said St Francis' prayer, then gave the 3 canine mourners a dog bone biscuit. We then proceeded, singing 'Swing Low Sweet Chariot' , around the property, to Ginger's favorite spots ... by the wild plum trees, the persimmon tree, the acorn trees up front ... at each spot I sprinkled ashes and we talked about Ginger's life and how happy we were to have had her in our family (if only for so short a time)... and how she would now be a part of the land she loved so much ... and how we would all be together again one day. I kept a small portion of her ashes to keep inside the house, with her collar fastened around the box. We concluded with the Nunc Dimittis (Lord, now lettest thou thy servant depart in peace according to thy word.For mine eyes have seen thy salvation.) and the old hymn 'Abide with me' as we went back to the trailer. The sun was just setting as we finished. <br />
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I still feel Ginger's spirit with me, I think I always will. She was indeed a glorious dog, sent to grace our lives for too short a time, and her sweetness and dignity throughout her illness have been an inspiration to me ... she brought home to me the most important of all lessons, to live each day with love and joy, to thank God for every hour and every minute. Here's to you, my Ginger, dancing with the angels now ... dance on, my sweet red girl, until we meet again.<br />
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Mary Lou<br />
DB,Banshee, Snoopy(dogs)<br />
Ginger in spirit (2005-04/09/10)<br />
Damcat<br />
Callie in spirit (04/90-06/07)<br />
http://marylouandcompanions.blogspot.com/<br />
http://gingeroftheflyingears.blogspot.com/Mary Louhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08246926155668417289noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2327560000955411424.post-58528010100925163042010-04-11T20:03:00.000-07:002010-04-11T20:03:41.051-07:00Remembering GingerThis was posted on one of my other email lists today .... and I thought I'd share it with all my friends .... if anyone has a new puppy, or just wants to be a part of a great dog list, this is from http://www.yahoogroups.com/group/spt .... anyway, here is my post of July 30,2008 .... and today, on my way home from church, on my way home, I pass the shelter Ginger escaped from to come home to me ... and I've always wondered how she found us, today I seemed to sense her, running beside the road, never stopping at any of the other farms, tho she did stop for a detour into a bit of pine woods (I stopped beside the road today, I could see her in my minds eye VERY clearly, rummaging through the woods then all of a sudden her head goes UP, her ears cock, and she sets off purposefully again, down the road to my place, stops ...<br />
the gate is closed... and settles by the side to wait for my husband's truck...) this was a very clear picture, like a video.<br />
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I have updated Ginger's blog with this and with some of the wonderful messages I've received ... God bless you all for your kindness and compassion. <br />
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Hi All,<br />
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I searched our archives this morning to find Mary Lou's post about the day Ginger just "showed up". In retrospect, it is very heart warming and, to me, shows that Ginger clearly knew what she was doing when she chose Mary Lou and Tom. Her life may have been short, but it was not without purpose... and oh, so sweet :-)<br />
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Here's a snippet, but you can read the whole thing at message #46158 in<br />
the archives.<br />
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> OK, St. Francis strikes again at Mary lou's homestead ... tonight I<br />
> had gotten home, let my girls out, my husband calls from the gate and<br />
> sez 'there's an Irish setter in my truck and it wont get out'. He had<br />
> gotten out to open the gate and when he got back in the truck the<br />
> Irish was sitting firmly planted in the passenger seat. I called the<br />
> shelter (down the road) and yep, Ginger was one of theirs, who'd<br />
> escaped 3 times in the past week. They'd kept her inside in a crate at<br />
> night and outside with the other dogs (in a 5 t fence) during the day.<br />
> She'd also escaped from the last adopter several weeks ago. Now I do<br />
> know Irishes, my Katie could sail over a 6 ft fence, no problem, and<br />
> the problem with Irishes is they then get lost and cant remember how<br />
> to get home. While I'm talking to Denise (who's trying to talk me into<br />
> keeping Ginger to see if my 17 acres will be enuf to quell her urge to<br />
> roam) my husband falls in love and starts going (like a 10 yr old) oh<br />
> please can we keep her. And she's pretty pitiful, feathers all matted<br />
> (the other thing I recall about Irishes is the endless grooming:-)<br />
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Cricket MaraMary Louhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08246926155668417289noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2327560000955411424.post-75729860558188013062010-04-11T18:29:00.000-07:002010-04-14T08:15:08.418-07:00Messages of condolence and memorialMemorial Pages<br />
<a href="http://endlessloveangels.com/2Ginger.htm">http://endlessloveangels.com/2Ginger.htm</a><br />
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And <br />
I am sharing with you all some of the messages of love and support I received at Ginger's passing ... I have removed last names to protect privacy ...<br />
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((Oh Marylou)) I'm sorry to hear the sad news. My heartbreaks for you and your husband. Sadie will be there for Ginger together they can discover this new place. I think G inger will send you a sign that she is peaceful and knows how you were there gor and loved her.<br />
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Sincerely,<br />
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LisaY and Angel Sadie<br />
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Hi Mary Lou,<br />
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<br />
I had a feeling she was not going to make it through the night. She did have so many <br />
extra wonderfully good days since the initial diagnosis. It really did not sound as <br />
<br />
if she suffered at the end. She just sounded ready to go chasing rabbits over the <br />
<br />
rainbow bridge.<br />
I am sure there will be many tears shed along with yours at her passing.<br />
I was thinking how she sort of just appeared for you and refused to leave. It truly <br />
<br />
seems there was a reason for the time she spent with you and touched all of our <br />
<br />
hearts through the link of the Internet.<br />
Annie<br />
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Mary Lou,<br />
<br />
I'm so very very sorry for your loss. You did so much for your girl. She<br />
had a much better life because of you.<br />
<br />
Please take very good care of yourself.<br />
<br />
Bonnie <br />
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I have followed this journey without posting, as I had very mixed feelings. Having <br />
<br />
worked for a vet for a very long time, and being in tune with pets, I knew that <br />
<br />
Ginger was only hanging on for you. She was giving you what you needed until she was <br />
<br />
sure you could understand & cope with her leaving. God has blessed you both.<br />
Ellen<br />
====<br />
Mary Lou,<br />
<br />
I am so sorry Ginger is gone. I know how much it hurts, and I know that you can <br />
<br />
second guess your choices so easily. Ginger was a fighter, and you had to give her a <br />
<br />
chance. I'm glad she is at peace, but I just wish it was still on this earth with <br />
<br />
you.<br />
<br />
Feel free to join us on the Angel's board if you like.<br />
<br />
With Sympathy....<br />
<br />
Bettina & Angel Niko<br />
1992-2009<br />
====<br />
I am so sorry Mary Lou that your valiant free spirit lost her battle. I<br />
shall light a candle at home tonight in her honor and ask my beloveds who<br />
have gone to the Bridge before me, to welcome Ginger and make her feel at<br />
home in the green pastures and rolling hills where she will once again run<br />
and dance with her ears flying in the wind until you meet again.<br />
<br />
You and hubby and your pack will be in my thoughts and prayers as you adjust<br />
to your loss.<br />
Beryl<br />
<br />
====<br />
I am torn between feeling sorry that Ginger is gone and feeling happy that she is no <br />
<br />
longer in pain..may the Lord's love and peace wrap around you and your family as you <br />
<br />
mourn her passing and celebrate her life and spirit....<br />
<br />
<br />
Francine <br />
<br />
====<br />
Mary Lou,<br />
<br />
I am so sorry of the red ears flying girls passing. I<br />
was afraid of the outcome however God called her home.<br />
There is a time to pray and a time God's will be done.<br />
So now she is not suffering and enjoying herself at the<br />
Rainbow Bridge. This will be the hard part the missing<br />
and void left however hang in there and comfort the<br />
remaining fur friends you have with you. We will be here<br />
for you. Take care look for the sunset she will send<br />
letting you know she has passed safety.<br />
<br />
God Bless,<br />
Sheila<br />
====<br />
I have been reading your saga without comment but worrying and praying for you. I <br />
<br />
weep for you now. My husband and I had to make the decision on our English pointer <br />
<br />
hunter, Jack, in February. As he was going to his rest in my arms, I, too envisioned <br />
<br />
him running, ears flying behind him, hunting like he hadn't been able to do in over a <br />
<br />
year!. We wept and still do, and look for him around the corner everytime we drive <br />
<br />
into the drive.<br />
What gifts God has given to us in our dogs.! They teach us to really love. We have <br />
<br />
just put all our love into our other dog, Katie. <br />
I wish for you a peaceful heart.<br />
Kathy and Katie.<br />
<br />
<br />
====<br />
Hi Mary-lou,<br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
My heart breaks for you. But know you and Ginger touched all our lives and made them <br />
<br />
that much more special.<br />
<br />
Love and prayers,<br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
Joanne & the boys<br />
====<br />
Mary Lou,<br />
<br />
I believe -- completely without proof, but I believe it anyway -- that<br />
what you see in your heart may be just as real as the "real" that you<br />
see with your eyes. She's not gone, she just decided to vacate the<br />
sack of meat that wasn't working out for her any more. But I suspect<br />
she'll still be out for her morning runs with you every day, and that<br />
she'll cherish the treats that continue to come from your heart as<br />
much as she did those that used to come from your hand.<br />
Tom<br />
====<br />
Mary Lou,<br />
<br />
I could not feel so deep for your loss as I do right now. You of all of us have <br />
<br />
told your story of the fight day on day with out fail your letters poured from you <br />
<br />
given soul to all of us here on the net The Dance. There was not a day when all of us <br />
<br />
did not see your written words that we all longed to see here that you both were <br />
<br />
beating this battle. Ginger is now at peace with all our loved we have lost. I cry <br />
<br />
for your hurt now as we all do and I pray that you will find solace and peace to know <br />
<br />
Ginger is in a better place we can not give thenm only God can love them all now.<br />
<br />
God Bless you and all Peter<br />
The Now five Angles<br />
Buckley Shelties on line<br />
====<br />
My prayers are with you and your family. Thanks for sharing her journey. I lost my <br />
<br />
beloved 8 GSD to cancer last year so I feel your pain.<br />
<br />
Mickey in Arizona<br />
====<br />
I don't write often but have been keeping up to date on Ginger.......I'm so sorry for <br />
<br />
your loss take care and take comfort in the fact that she had a good life because of <br />
<br />
you.<br />
<br />
Sharon and Bob the Dog<br />
====<br />
Mary Lou, Ginger did have a chance to beat the infection and that was the chance you <br />
<br />
lovingly gave her. Please, please no regrets, no questioning yourself on any of this. <br />
<br />
We don't understand, but we have to believe. Think of all the good times, especially <br />
<br />
the last few miracle months. And think of what joy and love you and Ginger have <br />
<br />
brought to so many through this ordeal. What a gift Ginger has been.....to all of us!<br />
<br />
My sincere condolences and a big ole hug go out to you....and the same to your <br />
<br />
husband, too.<br />
<br />
Kathy and Boo Boo<br />
====<br />
I'm deeply sorry for your loss. In some ways I'm glad she was able to slip away on <br />
<br />
her own. That spared you having to make that choice. But I know you've missed <br />
<br />
seeing her one more time. Perhaps that is better too as it will be easier to <br />
<br />
remember her shining bright with ears flying as you've described. Know that she is <br />
<br />
now free to spread that love and joy far and wide. I know she will be a bright star <br />
<br />
at the Rainbow Bridge. Take special care of yourself today... and give each of your <br />
<br />
other dogs a kiss from me.<br />
<br />
Cricket <br />
====<br />
Mary Lou,<br />
<br />
I am so sorry for your loss, but you are right she made the choice and now she is <br />
<br />
waiting on the rainbow bridge and is now pain free.<br />
<br />
Be glad of the time you had with her and yes she will always be with you in spirit.<br />
<br />
Blessings,<br />
Rhea<br />
====<br />
dear marylou;<br />
i too have been following gingers story everyday. i am so very very sorry and as i <br />
<br />
type this i too am crying with you.<br />
god bless you and ginger is with god now waiting for her beloved mistress to come and <br />
<br />
join her someday.<br />
love,<br />
nancy <br />
====<br />
To be absent from the body means to be present with God. I can't think of a better <br />
<br />
place to be. Ginger is no longer in pain or suffering, but is peacefully resting. She <br />
<br />
is whole again!!!! Hope you are at peace and resting also. Be strong!!!!!!!<br />
<br />
Tanzileah <br />
====<br />
My most sincere condolences to you, Mary Lou. May you find peace.<br />
~Laurie <br />
====<br />
Oh, Mary Lou, I am SO very sorry for your loss of Ginger!! Your post brought tears <br />
<br />
to my eyes. My heart breaks for you, and I will pray for strength for you. Many <br />
<br />
prayers!! {{{{HUGS}}}}<br />
<br />
Joann<br />
Mom to Nyke 9-year old black Lab<br />
====<br />
Mary Lou,<br />
<br />
I am so sorry for you. I was hoping against hope but I guess it is for the best, for <br />
<br />
Ginger.<br />
I am glad she got to spend the last few years of her life with you.<br />
Bonnie<br />
====<br />
Well done, Mary Lou, on all counts. You did everything she could have wanted, and <br />
<br />
listened to your heart and learned your assigned lessons. You are a heroine, to her <br />
<br />
and to all the others who watched you through this trial.<br />
<br />
I feel your pain, and you are in my prayers. I had asked Tomo to take care of Ginger, <br />
<br />
too, and I'm sure he has and will.<br />
<br />
Much love,<br />
<br />
ginny<br />
====<br />
.I am so sorry…..crying for you and Ginger…..i feel your pain and truly know what you <br />
<br />
mean about the silence….i will keep you both in my prayers….paula and Hershey in <br />
<br />
spirit<br />
====<br />
Oh, my, I'm so sorry ML. I know you feel bad that you weren't there at the end, as I <br />
<br />
would, thinking that you let her down, but I also know that animals, and people, <br />
<br />
sometimes choose when to go, and they usually go when they're alone, even if for a <br />
<br />
few minutes. My mother and father both went that way. They waited until we were in <br />
<br />
a nearby room and had just walked out, then they left on their own. I believe that's <br />
<br />
what Ginger did, for you. <br />
Kathy<br />
=====<br />
Marylou<br />
<br />
I am so sorry about Ginger. I have followed each and every post about her days sonce <br />
<br />
she became ill. She has given you the most wonderful last three months. Cherish it <br />
<br />
and always remeber she loved you oh so much. She is now at peace, no more infections, <br />
<br />
no more cancer and is running free in tje wind ATB. God bless you and Ginger and we <br />
<br />
will light a candle in honor of her tonight.<br />
Jen<br />
====<br />
Oh, MaryLou, I am so, so sorry for your loss. Your daily posts made Ginger a daily <br />
<br />
part of all our lives and we will all miss her. Be kind to yourself now and enjoy the <br />
<br />
knowledge that Ginger is running beside you with angel's wings.<br />
<br />
Michelle, Rufus & Hamlet<br />
====<br />
I'm so sorry for your loss Mary Lou. You gave her a good life and I know she<br />
loved you with all her heart. My prayers are with you and your family. My<br />
you find comfort in sweet memories and knowing that your darling Ginger is<br />
not suffering.<br />
<br />
Kathi<br />
====<br />
Mary Lou,<br />
<br />
I am soooooo sorry for your loss. I just read your e-mail and am literally in tears.<br />
<br />
There are no words to describe the feelings of losing a beloved companion who's been <br />
<br />
there through thick and thin and has made our life brighter with her happy, lively, <br />
<br />
optimistic presence.<br />
<br />
My heart goes out to you, Ginger and the rest of the pack. I'm sure that Ginger is <br />
<br />
in a better place now, enjoying the fields, nature, wind, etc. without pain, <br />
<br />
medications, I.V.'s, vets, etc.<br />
<br />
You did everything you could for her physical body, and she knows that.<br />
<br />
Even though Ginger may no longer be present physically rest assured that her spirit <br />
<br />
lives on and will be with you forever.<br />
<br />
My thoughts and prayers are with you. While no one can take away your pain, we are <br />
<br />
all here to support you. And Ginger is too.<br />
<br />
Love,<br />
<br />
Alexis & Teddy<br />
====<br />
Mary Lou,<br />
I want to tell you to be strong but its hard to see thru the tears coursing down my <br />
<br />
face. I'm so so sorry that your beautiful girl did not make it thru the night. <br />
<br />
The good Lord must have needed those flying ears, red haired girl to turn on the <br />
<br />
'motion lights' there with him. I feel your pain as I too feel that my heart is <br />
<br />
broken, she had become such a light of hope to all of us and we had truly enjoyed all <br />
<br />
her chronicles. It just was not meant to be and she left this physcial earth <br />
<br />
without pain, and knowing that she had a mom and dad that did everything possible for <br />
<br />
her and loved - she was loved and adored by so many. She had so many fans and so <br />
<br />
many prayers, it was just not meant to be, HE needed her more. So now close your <br />
<br />
eyes, see your beautiful red haired girl with the flying ears only this time see <br />
<br />
angel wings! She was met by so many other beautiful fur kids. Now there is no <br />
<br />
pain, no fever, no meds, just<br />
running free like a young pup.<br />
Mary Lou , you and hubby have devoted so much time and energy into her care that now <br />
<br />
you will become numb - God's way of allowing us to handle pain. The rest of the herd <br />
<br />
too will be upset. Please be kind to yourself, take plenty of time to grieve <br />
<br />
Ginger, you lost a very important family member. <br />
Hugs and prayers to you all,<br />
Pat, Angel Sally & Bo<br />
====<br />
Mary Lou,<br />
All of your dog friends and group list friends know the pain and sorrow you feel <br />
<br />
right now. Know that we're with you, and Ginger surely will always be with you. God's <br />
<br />
grace be with you.<br />
Donna<br />
====<br />
May you be surrounded with the love she left you, her pawprints will always be <br />
<br />
prominent on this earth, she was a brave strong girl that faced her odds with <br />
<br />
defiance and love, I pray that you all be at peace while she is running around on the <br />
<br />
other side.<br />
<br />
My thoughts are with you all today, and may the love that my dogs are sending to you <br />
<br />
be felt.<br />
<br />
Love, Annette and dogs<br />
====<br />
MaryLou, so sorry to hear this news this morning. I am praying for you and<br />
your dogs to adjust to this loss.<br />
<br />
Terri<br />
====<br />
Oh, hugs to you, Mary Lou.<br />
<br />
Terri<br />
====<br />
Dear Mary Lou,<br />
I am sorry for your loss. In a way, through your daily updates, Ginger<br />
became one of ours too, and we grieve with you for her loss.<br />
Sandy <br />
====<br />
So sorry to hear this sad news. I'm so glad to know you have made so many wonderful <br />
<br />
memories of her and that the time she had after her diagnosis was quality time. She <br />
<br />
is now running free, ears flying on the Playground of Angels. Godspeed sweet Ginger. <br />
<br />
Take care Mary Lou~you have been through an awful lot. We will keep all of you in our <br />
<br />
prayers.<br />
<br />
Lynn and Destiny<br />
====<br />
Dear Mary Lou<br />
i have not been able to post before...but I have been reading your news and praying <br />
<br />
for you and Ginger...I am so sad for your loss. And so glad that she slipped away so <br />
<br />
peacefully. She and Bridie crossed the bridge so close together. I would love to <br />
<br />
think that they are both playing together, free of suffering.<br />
My heart goes out to you<br />
Kathy<br />
====<br />
My condolences to you on the loss of your beloved Ginger.<br />
<br />
Time is a funny thing. It's a place, one we're always leaving behind<br />
-- but it's still back there and very real. Take with you the love and<br />
joy as you move forward.<br />
Brad<br />
====<br />
So sorry to hear that she has gone. I had been enjoying the posts you have been <br />
<br />
leaving about her and the others. May she enjoy herself on the spirit side and visit <br />
<br />
from time to time. May you soon find peace with her decision to part from this side <br />
<br />
and keep your heart open.<br />
Dana<br />
====<br />
I'm so sorry for your loss. She has touched so many lives, I know many<br />
people will shed a tear today.<br />
<br />
Sandra<br />
====<br />
Mary Lou, I am so sorry to hear about Ginger. I know you loved her & did<br />
all that was possible to make her last few months the best for her. My<br />
prayers are with you & Tom. Denise<br />
<br />
Denise<br />
====<br />
My prayers are with you. She is now up there with our precious Daisy.<br />
Fondly,<br />
Sarah<br />
<br />
Sarah <br />
====<br />
Marylou <br />
I am so sorry for your loss, it hurts just as bad when they make the choice for us. <br />
<br />
If your love could have healed Ginger she would have lived forever.<br />
Dog bless you and your family. <br />
sheila<br />
====<br />
Mary Lou, we all become close and are family as we battle this monster. But, some <br />
<br />
closer than others - I have just felt such a connection with you, your family and <br />
<br />
that beautiful girl, Ginger. I truly feel that my heart is broken and can recall <br />
<br />
how I felt when my Sally became an Angel, so I know that you are totally devastated. <br />
<br />
When you get the diagnosis, you feel the world comes crashing down on you, then when <br />
<br />
they become an Angel, you feel that the world totally stops. It has to stop because <br />
<br />
you can't stand the pain! I am so sorry and words seem so meaningless in such a <br />
<br />
time. But know that Angel Ginger touched so many lives - We all feel she belonged <br />
<br />
to us, in just a little bit. <br />
You blogs will be something that you will enjoy reading - later, not now, the pain is <br />
<br />
raw. Your pain is gut wrenching raw as it should be. So be kind to yourself, talk <br />
<br />
to the herd about her, know she is an Angel watching over her mom and dad. I pray <br />
<br />
you will receive signs from her - a rainbow, her hair somewhere it should not be - <br />
<br />
just allow yourself to be open to the fact that she will be with you in spirit. And <br />
<br />
always, always you carry them in your heart. My Sally's picture graces my desk, not <br />
<br />
the grandkids, but Sally. Email me if you need to vent or just cry, whatever.<br />
Hugs<br />
Pat <br />
<br />
<br />
====<br />
Oh Mary Lou....I'm so sorry...God bless her sweet heart.... Kim <br />
===<br />
Mary Lou and Family, I am so sorry to hear about Ginger. I know it is very hard, but <br />
<br />
I also do believe that she is healthy again and running free and dancing at the <br />
<br />
bridge, with my Buca. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Krista<br />
====<br />
Oh, Dear God....I'm so sorry, Mary Lou. With tears, for your Ginger....and especially <br />
<br />
you. She's whole again, as a canine, a beautiful healthy girl. Running & playing hard <br />
<br />
at The Bridge while she waits patiently for you, her other half, spiritually & <br />
<br />
emotionally. <br />
<br />
Godspeed the ache, the deep hurt, and hole in your heart.... Rhonda <br />
=====<br />
Sweet Ginger, you fly with the wind and carry our hearts to the heavens... BD <br />
====<br />
I'm so sorry for your family's loss. I hope you find comfort in knowing Ginger chose <br />
<br />
you and that you did everything a human could to make her short time with you happy <br />
<br />
and healthy. You inspire all of us to be that loving. Doris <br />
====<br />
Mary Lou and family, I am so sorry, my heart is aching for all of you. She fought the <br />
<br />
good fight. God needed a bright red angel in heaven, so he called her home. Ginger <br />
<br />
found the right family when she found you. May you find peace in your memories and in <br />
<br />
knowing you did everything you could for Ginger. You showed us what true love and <br />
<br />
caring is all about. Jo Ann <br />
====<br />
mary lou,i am so sorry for your loss of ginger. she fought a hard battle and enjoyed <br />
<br />
so many good days with you and your husband. she went peacefully and took your love <br />
<br />
with her. i know words can not take the pain away but we are here for you. ginger is <br />
<br />
whole,happy and healthy now. her spirit will always be with you. she will send you a <br />
<br />
sign she is ok now. remember,this is not goodbye,just see ya later. many hugs and <br />
<br />
prayers. janice,angels charlie and lucy<br />
<br />
====<br />
So sorry. :( We are thinking about you.<br />
<br />
Misty<br />
====<br />
Genene <br />
"I'm so sorry Mary Lou... She was so lucky to have you, and you her. "<br />
=====<br />
Mary Lou.... As I write this, I am shaking and still crying. When I read your post I <br />
<br />
just had to run somewhere to scream and cry, and that is just what I did in my barn. <br />
<br />
It is like losing one of my own...following Beautiful Ginger's journey each day, and <br />
<br />
hoping for a Miracle for her. If my pain is as great as it is, I can only imagine <br />
<br />
what yours is. I am so, so very sorry that Ginger had to leave, but even as I cry for <br />
<br />
her, I know in my heart that she is running with those beautiful red ears flying, <br />
<br />
pain free, and waiting for you at the Rainbow Bridge with all our beloved Angels who <br />
<br />
went before her. She became a part of my daily ritual...I ALWAYS had to find out how <br />
<br />
and what Ginger was doing each day. I feel sure that God was waiting for her, and had <br />
<br />
already installed motion lights just for her!!! She was so lucky to have owned you <br />
<br />
for her Mom. The LOVE you two shared was so apparent to all of us. She will ALWAYS be <br />
<br />
with you..in the whisper of a breeze... in the sound of a birds call...so many ways. <br />
<br />
You may even see her when you least expect to.....She will always watch over you, and <br />
<br />
you will always feel her sweet presence. Ginger touched so many hearts and lives, <br />
<br />
that she will missed so much. My heart goes out to you today, and I will light a <br />
<br />
candle in Honor of Sweet, Beautiful Ginger. Take care of yourself...it is what Ginger <br />
<br />
would want...SHE IS WATCHING OVER YOU!!<br />
May God Bless You<br />
<br />
Sunni& Sam<br />
<br />
'ONE DAY AT A TIME'<br />
<br />
<br />
For Mom.....from Ginger 4/9/2010<br />
<br />
<br />
When Tomorrow Starts Without Me<br />
<br />
WHEN TOMORROW STARTS WITHOUT ME<br />
Author Unknown<br />
When tomorrow starts without me,<br />
And I'm not there to see;<br />
The sun will rise and find your eyes<br />
All filled with tears for me.<br />
I wish so much you wouldn't cry<br />
The way you did today,<br />
Remembering how I'd lay my head<br />
In your lap that special way.<br />
I know how much you love me,<br />
As much as I love you,<br />
And each time that you think of me,<br />
I know you'll miss me too.<br />
<br />
But when tomorrow starts without me.<br />
Please try to understand,<br />
That an angel came and called my name<br />
And petted me with her hand.<br />
She said my place was ready,<br />
In Heaven far above,<br />
And that I'd have to leave behind<br />
All those I dearly love.<br />
<br />
But, as I turned to heel away,<br />
A tear fell from my eye,<br />
For all my life I never thought<br />
That I would have to die.<br />
I had so much to live for,<br />
So many sits and downs to do,<br />
It seemed almost impossible,<br />
That I was leaving you.<br />
<br />
I thought about our lives together,<br />
I know you must be sad,<br />
I thought of all the love we shared,<br />
And all the fun we had.<br />
<br />
Remember how I'd nudge your hand,<br />
And poke you with my nose?<br />
The frisbee I would gladly chase,<br />
The bad guy, I'd "bark and hold".<br />
<br />
If I could relive yesterday,<br />
Just even for awhile,<br />
I'd wag my tail and kiss you,<br />
Just so I could see you smile.<br />
<br />
But, then I fully realized,<br />
That this could never be;<br />
For emptiness and memories<br />
Will take the place of me.<br />
And when I thought of treats and toys,<br />
I might miss come tomorrow,<br />
I thought of you and when I did,<br />
My dog-heart filled with sorrow.<br />
<br />
But then I walked through Heaven's gate,<br />
And felt so much at home;<br />
As God looked down and smiled at me,<br />
From His beautiful golden throne.<br />
He said, "This is eternity,<br />
And now we welcome you,<br />
Today your life on earth is past,<br />
But here it starts anew.<br />
<br />
I promise no tomorrow,<br />
But today will always last;<br />
For you see, each days's the same day,<br />
There's no longing for the past.<br />
Now you have been so faithful,<br />
So trusting, loyal and true;<br />
Though there were times you did things,<br />
You knew you shouldn't do.<br />
<br />
But good dogs are forgiven,<br />
And now at last you're free;<br />
So won't you sit here by my side,<br />
And wait right here with me?"<br />
So when tomorrow starts without me,<br />
Don't think we're far apart.<br />
For every time you think of me,<br />
I'm right there, in your heart.<br />
=======<br />
Dear Mary Lou<br />
I forgot to say<br />
regarding your decision...I'd have done what you did, and indeed I made exactly that <br />
<br />
decision last week, when Bridie was so sick, with a fever, and I left her in the <br />
<br />
hospital overnight on a drip with antibiotics...She could have gone then. I think <br />
<br />
that whichever way they go it is terrible for us. You did everything you could for <br />
<br />
her. Whatever choice you had made you would be heartbroken right now.<br />
As you said to me about Bridie, Ginger is in God's arms now.<br />
love from Kathy and Angel Bridie<br />
====<br />
Although I just read Ginger's story last night, I feel so deeply for your loss, but <br />
<br />
also what's wrenching my heart with tenderness is that you are such a blessing in <br />
<br />
this world for dogs. I bet Ginger felt and feels nothing but love, joy, and <br />
<br />
gratefulness for all your care you gave her. Natalie<br />
====<br />
Mary Lou...with tears streaming, I wish you the saddest condolences on the loss of <br />
<br />
your red girl. You certainly did all you could and she knew how much you loved her. I <br />
<br />
know you will "see" her, again and again, running with her pack...just like you said. <br />
<br />
Take care.<br />
<br />
Love,<br />
Amy P. and Hunter<br />
====<br />
Dear Mary Lou,<br />
<br />
I'm so very sorry for your loss. I would read every post you up up about Ginger and <br />
<br />
your family. I shared your joy, fear, and now sorrow and feel that Ginger was <br />
<br />
blessed with such a loving and caring mother. I'm sitting here and crying because I <br />
<br />
have grown to love Ginger too and will miss your posts about her. She was a <br />
<br />
beautiful girl and the image of her ears in the wind while running brings a smile to <br />
<br />
such a sad day.<br />
<br />
My prayers go out to you and your family.<br />
<br />
Michelle<br />
====<br />
Dearest Mary Lou,<br />
I am so sorry. I couldn't read all or reply thru the tears. You & All your loved ones <br />
<br />
remain in my prayers. You are a dear heart. I have seen dogs hang on thru horrible <br />
<br />
pain for their owners sake, but Ginger knew your love was true for the best for her <br />
<br />
too...your kind heart let her know it was okay to be out of whatever pain that was so <br />
<br />
much to bare. Like my Grandma, whom I thought was angry or hurt by me~it was just her <br />
<br />
eyes coming in and out of consciousness after a stroke~for some time it was like God <br />
<br />
allowed a window of her joy and peace and love to comfort and assure me for a time. <br />
<br />
Ginger is there letting you know~my beloved I'm okay now+I miss you too~until we meet <br />
<br />
again...<br />
<br />
Sincerely, Jennie+Shadow<br />
====<br />
Mary Lou,<br />
<br />
I'm am a sobing mess, and I am so sorry for your loss. I've been looking at pictures <br />
<br />
of my Angel Kennedy this morning... looking for the good times, and there were many.<br />
Ginger fought hard and was loved deeply.<br />
I hope she likes to play, because Kennedy loves to play and I'm sure greeted Ginger <br />
<br />
at the bridge, with a ball or a toy in her mouth, ready to run and play.<br />
<br />
I only hope that they don't miss us as much as we miss them, because I don't want <br />
<br />
them to ever be sad.<br />
<br />
Teressa & Angel Kennedy 9/9/99 - 3/11/10<br />
====<br />
Marylou - so sorry to hear about Ginger - I'm sure that she's gone to wait for you, <br />
<br />
patiently at the Bridge...<br />
Rina<br />
Rusty<br />
Rambo<br />
Razor<br />
====<br />
I'm so sorry, Sis. I know you will miss her, but she is happy where she is now. She <br />
<br />
will be waiting for you when you get there.<br />
<br />
Be strong and rejoice in the wonderful memories of a sweet friend waiting for you <br />
<br />
with our God.<br />
<br />
<br />
Love always,<br />
<br />
Lee<br />
====<br />
Mary Lou, I'm so very sorry for your loss of Ginger. She fought a good fight with a <br />
<br />
loving mom right by her side. She has no more pain and suffering and she's playing at <br />
<br />
the feet or our Lord now.<br />
God speed Ginger!<br />
Hugs, Pat & Wilson<br />
<br />
====<br />
Dear Mary Lou, I'm so sad for your loss of Ginger. It's surprising how quickly she <br />
<br />
had become such a familiar part of my life and I can't help but cry at this <br />
<br />
heartbreaking news.<br />
<br />
She would have been grateful to you for giving her one last chance. Please don't be <br />
<br />
too hard on yourself. She went in peace, knowing that she tried her best for you and <br />
<br />
for herself.<br />
<br />
She will continue to dance, in a beautiful place free from pain. And she will always <br />
<br />
live in our memories, running... ears flying.<br />
<br />
Erin<br />
====<br />
I wish to express my deepest sympathies to you on this occasion. I understand how <br />
<br />
you feel about your lost and how it will affect you. As you have stated she is in a <br />
<br />
better place now and can run free in the wind. We also know that Ginger will be here <br />
<br />
for you when ever you need her.<br />
<br />
Take care<br />
<br />
Ken and Marcia<br />
<br />
====<br />
Mary Lou so deeply sorry to hear the news about Ginger. My heart aches with<br />
you. I havent been on pc much these last few months but I want you to know<br />
that I did make it a point to read your updates of Ginger's journey :-). You<br />
are an inspiration to us all Mary Lou. Ginger must have loved you very much<br />
:-)<br />
<br />
God Bless you.<br />
Donna<br />
====<br />
Dearest Mary Lou,<br />
Even when we know something is coming, why is it such a tremendous shock when it <br />
<br />
arrives?<br />
You and your husband must be devastated. I'm glad Ginger came in spirit for her <br />
<br />
treat and to say goodbye to you. And I'm glad too that Banshee caught that pesky <br />
<br />
rabbit for them both.<br />
I don't even know what a chinaberry tree is . . . . . . . but it is forever entwined <br />
<br />
with Ginger's name for me. I shall call one of my trees a "Chinaberry Ginger" from <br />
<br />
now on, and greet her every morning on our first walk of the day.<br />
Multiple Blessings to you all - and many thanks for sharing this gracious lady's life <br />
<br />
with us all here.<br />
I'm so pleased that she made it to the blossoming of the plums.<br />
Always, Leah. xxxxx<br />
<br />
===<br />
I am truly heartbroken----Tears are streaming down my face so I can hardly type. I am <br />
<br />
so deeply sorry. Ginger put up a great fight and she knew you and all of us loved, <br />
<br />
prayed and lived through her battle with her. She will always be Ginger of the Flying <br />
<br />
Ears! Again, I am wholly sorry for the pain you must feel today. Love and prayers to <br />
<br />
you, Tom and to your other charges. May they all feel Ginger's spirit and her quiet <br />
<br />
dignity. Brenda<br />
======<br />
Joann "Rest in peace beautiful Ginger!! Send Mom some strength too!!"<br />
<br />
===<br />
Ginger-You fought a great fight and now your are free. May you always run in God's <br />
<br />
garden, and be there to greet others. Goodbye Beautiful!<br />
— BCS <br />
====<br />
Oh, how heavy my heart is right now...I knew when I left here this morning there may <br />
<br />
be bad news awaiting when I arrived home. Ginger was such a role model for living <br />
<br />
her life in the moment...I am sobbing, it is as if I also lost Ginger today. <br />
<br />
MaryLou, I am so very sorry, give my best to your husband, this is very sad, but yes, <br />
<br />
I know Ginger is in a better place and free of sickness.<br />
<br />
It is raining here today...very appropriate.<br />
<br />
Thank you so much for sharing Ginger's journey with us and for giving us hope when we <br />
<br />
know this beast usually wins in the end.<br />
<br />
God bless you all,<br />
<br />
Sandy<br />
<br />
====<br />
<br />
Marylou, I am so sorry for your loss. I have been following Gingers journey since you <br />
<br />
started to post it, and so wish it had a happier ending. Please remember that you did <br />
<br />
everything you possibly could to help her, and more, but at least she will no longer <br />
<br />
be in any pain now, as she runs at Rainbow Bridge. You and your family are in my <br />
<br />
thoughts and prayers.<br />
Elizabeth in Scotland, with Meg n Teegan<br />
===<br />
"Sending my deepest condolences. May she continue to shine in a world free from <br />
<br />
sufferings, and live forever in our heart - Ginger of the Flying Ears." Erin <br />
=====<br />
I am so sorry. we love you and will keep you inour prayers i know Ginger is at peace <br />
<br />
now and without pain. Nancy<br />
====<br />
I know Ginger is out of pain now and in a happy place! She was Blessed to be in your <br />
<br />
life, as you were Blessed to be in hers! You were quite a TEAM!<br />
<br />
Hugs,<br />
Joan<br />
===<br />
Mary Lou I am so sorry to hear about your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with <br />
<br />
you. Ginger is in a better place.<br />
<br />
Dawn & Shadow<br />
<br />
===<br />
Mary Lou,<br />
I'm so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts are with you.<br />
<br />
Nilam & Dancer<br />
===<br />
Mary Lou,<br />
<br />
My heart weeps for you.<br />
<br />
Take some comfort in the fact that you gave her a wonderful 3 month extension. She <br />
<br />
had time to enjoy the spring, and now she's dancing without pain.<br />
<br />
Carrie, Lily & Josie<br />
and Jazz (one of the many wonderful dogs waiting to greet her)<br />
=====<br />
Oh my heart broke and the tears poured down when I read this on your blog at work <br />
<br />
today. I could not send you any consolation as we have a firewall...and I was so <br />
<br />
eager to get in touch with you. People came into my office to see why I was sobbing <br />
<br />
and I could hardly articulate my pain....<br />
All I can say is how wonderful of Jesus to quietly tip toe in the vets office and <br />
<br />
gently pick her up...and carrying her oh so carefully, like a little lamb ....took <br />
<br />
her to Heaven without a whimper or cry. How wonderful that you were spared the ordeal <br />
<br />
of the painful euthanasia decision.<br />
Now I envision her with wings to supplement her 'flying ears"......she will indeed be <br />
<br />
soaring high in paradise....waiting for the day when she gets to see you again.<br />
May the wonderful 3 months you had with her be of some comfort to you as you begin to <br />
<br />
heal from this great loss......I am crying with you.....God bless you.<br />
Margie and Isis<br />
.<br />
=======<br />
Dearest MaryLou<br />
<br />
Yes, the world is a darker place without her bright loving spirit and yes, she is <br />
<br />
dancing with ears flying and the wind her face; her nose tilted to catch the scent of <br />
<br />
her new surroundings.<br />
<br />
Ginger touched our souls and we were all a part of her family. Your daily blogs <br />
<br />
brought us to your world and we shared so very intimately, all that you experienced. <br />
<br />
We are going to miss her daily antics and know that she has left a tremendous void in <br />
<br />
your lives.<br />
<br />
She graciously left this world, on her terms, the way she wanted. You have wonderful <br />
<br />
memories and she will always be with you.<br />
<br />
Hugs, love and prayers<br />
Sue and Trigger<br />
======<br />
Mary Lou,<br />
I am so sorry to hear about Ginger. My heart is heavy for you this day....it was so <br />
<br />
obvious that you loved Ginger very, very much---and she knew it!!<br />
You will be reunited again one day, until that time...take good care.<br />
My thoughts and prayers are with you on this dark day.<br />
Ramona<br />
===============<br />
Mary Lou,<br />
<br />
I am so sorry Ginger lost her fight. Your beautiful girl is at peace now. Thank you <br />
<br />
for all of your support and encouragement.<br />
<br />
Our condolences,<br />
Hilary and Lilly<br />
======<br />
Mary Lou:<br />
<br />
My heart is with you! And I know for sure that Ginger is running with the angels with <br />
<br />
ears a-flying! And her spirit WILL BE right there by your left side , giving you <br />
<br />
thanks for your loving care and for helping her really, really live these past three <br />
<br />
months on this earth.......and telling you that she'll always be "your sweet red <br />
<br />
girl"... She will be by your side, her spirit will warm your heart on cold days , on <br />
<br />
lonely days and on tough days. She has completed the earthly part of her journey and <br />
<br />
she thanked you for letting her really, really live and then letting her go when her <br />
<br />
physical body was spent. <br />
<br />
Oh, I do hurt for you , as I've lost dogs many times. Most recently, we lost our cat <br />
<br />
Louise this past November.... She was quite old and as the vet in Virginia said as we <br />
<br />
picked her up to begin our drive down to SC, "She will be fine for a while, but you <br />
<br />
know how fragile she is." We did know, but she came with us and really seemed to <br />
<br />
rally here in our South Carolina soil. So, I know how hard it is; our pets are our <br />
<br />
family... Thank you Ginger, and thank you Mary Lou , for allowing so many of us along <br />
<br />
on your journey. You all slowed us down a bit to "smell the roses" ... and that <br />
<br />
was quite a legacy for Ginger.<br />
<br />
love and prayers,<br />
<br />
Lady<br />
<br />
=======================<br />
Dear Mary Lou,<br />
<br />
I am so sorry for you and your pack! There are no words---just hugs and prayers from <br />
<br />
a lot of us who have been journeying with you.<br />
<br />
Peace,<br />
Mary<br />
<br />
<br />
=====================<br />
<br />
Mary Lou -<br />
<br />
I just want to give you a hug. Please know we have all shed some tears<br />
because you and Ginger have fought the good fight. Thank God she went<br />
peacefully in her sleep and is now running on the Rainbow Bridge - just know<br />
how much we are hurting for you and how much we care---<br />
<br />
Beth <br />
=====<br />
Not much to say...words don't help...only time and precious memories. I still tear up <br />
<br />
over my dogs I have lost- even my first one that left 20 yrs ago. All I can do is <br />
<br />
send hugs and tell you that Ginger is now running free and playing looking over her <br />
<br />
shoulder now and then for you. If you watch, you will find that her sprit is still <br />
<br />
there. Something odd will happen and you will know. For instance, my one gal who <br />
<br />
passed suddenly of an anuerism...we used to walk to the mail box each day, she would <br />
<br />
heel up the road and in a certain spot would drop to a down/stay, then soon as I <br />
<br />
rejoined her, she would break it and heel again and come home and sit by the bench <br />
<br />
out front while I looked through the mail. I could not go to the mail box for weeks <br />
<br />
after she passed. When I finally did, I found that it was odd that there was a <br />
<br />
butterfly that followed me from the front door and then disappeared where Misty would <br />
<br />
normally down/stay...and when I walked back I noticed it was by me again...followed <br />
<br />
me to the bench and sat on the bench beside me as i read the mail. This happened <br />
<br />
every day for a week- but it took me several days before I realized what it was...it <br />
<br />
was Misty's spirit. BTW I probably should mention it was fall and rather cold when <br />
<br />
this happened- there was no butterflies other than this one. I smiled when I realized <br />
<br />
that and started talking to the butterfly and telling it everything I did not get to <br />
<br />
say to Misty before she left. I am sure if the neighbors saw they thought I was <br />
<br />
crazy. The last time I saw it I told her thank you for giving me that chance and I <br />
<br />
would see her again one day.<br />
<br />
Willow<br />
=====<br />
Oh Mar - My heart. God it hurts. So much for you. & me, & all of us here & everywhere <br />
<br />
who have to watch our sweet, trusting babies be ravished by this damn disease.<br />
<br />
Please PLEASE dont 2nd guess yourself. Only YOU knew your girl so well. She led you <br />
<br />
to the decision you made. If she had wanted you to let her go the day prior, you <br />
<br />
would have felt that as well. I deeply believe that each dog, & person, chooses how & <br />
<br />
when they go, in this type of situation. She gave you the gift, like my Kibo did, of <br />
<br />
not having to make the decision FOR her. & as much as Im grateful that I was with <br />
<br />
Kibo for the end, there are also memories during that time that I could do without. <br />
<br />
So either way, there are always regrets, wishes for it to have been somehow <br />
<br />
different, etc. To go in your sleep, curled up & medicated so you are peaceful, is a <br />
<br />
wonderful way to go to the other side. & as much as I despise this illness, I am <br />
<br />
thankful that we all get "warning". Whether it be 1 week, or 3 yrs, before its the <br />
<br />
time for our babies, we KNOW its coming, & we can, & we do, fill in time with years & <br />
<br />
years of love & dedication & celebrations & goodbyes. As much as I woudlnt wish <br />
<br />
canine cancer on anyone or their dog, for ME, its less hurtful than losing them <br />
<br />
suddenly with no warning, & no preperation or goodbyes.<br />
<br />
She was so beautiful. She IS so beautiful in the fields of Heaven, running, flying <br />
<br />
... & I pray, i KNOW, she & Sana & Kibo, & all our other babies, are united together, <br />
<br />
until we are all together "there", when our times come as well.<br />
<br />
You know you are in all our thoughts. In our heats.<br />
We love you. R~<br />
=================<br />
Mary Lou, my heart is in my throat as I type this. I am so very sad that Ginger <br />
<br />
passed away. Through your beautiful posts, your family and Ginger became a daily <br />
<br />
part of my life -- a ray of sunshine in a very dark time for me. Thank you for your <br />
<br />
endless love and support of Ginger and of all of our fur-babies struggling with this <br />
<br />
horrible disease. Gussy and I are lighting a candle for you and Ginger tonight and <br />
<br />
sending prayers your way.<br />
<br />
Lisa<br />
=====<br />
I am so sorry Mary... my heart breaks with yours... Ginger is now free of that awful <br />
<br />
disease... she fought a good fight...with dignity and courage... what a wonderful <br />
<br />
girl you were blessed with... yes she left way too soon but what she left behind in <br />
<br />
your heart can never be measured.... may God bring comfort to your heart... and <br />
<br />
Ginger run free, ears flying , feet barely touching the ground... eyes bright and <br />
<br />
tail out...soaring through the fields at Rainbow bridge...<br />
cyber hugs,<br />
Linda, the chattering magpie<br />
<br />
===================<br />
Hugs Mary Lou,<br />
<br />
I am so very sorry!<br />
<br />
Ginger had become such a very big part of our lives too over the last three months, <br />
<br />
this is truly losing a member of our family!<br />
<br />
Please let me know if you would like me to make a Tribute Page for Ginger on our <br />
<br />
Angels Page<br />
<br />
http://endlessloveangels.com/angels.htm<br />
<br />
With much love,<br />
<br />
Jean, Miss Pixie and the Longlease Gang,<br />
Hereford, UK<br />
==================<br />
Mary Lou, I'm so sorry about the loss of Ginger. I know that you both fought hard <br />
<br />
and this disease is so unfair.<br />
<br />
Jennifer and Maeve<br />
=====<br />
Even though I haven't responded I've been following along. I'm so sorry for your <br />
<br />
loss. <br />
Run free Ginger, you were much loved<br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
Marie<br />
Katie and Tucker<br />
the shelties<br />
Boone the pbgv<br />
======<br />
We are all sad for you Mary Lou. But Ginger is at a far better place and not in any <br />
<br />
distress. It was good she went peacefully in her sleep. It is easy to tell someone <br />
<br />
not to be sad but we both know that is impossible. Our pets are every bit a part of <br />
<br />
us as is our children. Ginger will always be a part of your heart and never <br />
<br />
forgotten.<br />
<br />
Thinking of you during this sad time.<br />
<br />
Bobby <br />
Marilyn Monroe/Otterhound/Lymphoma<br />
<br />
=====<br />
Mary Lou,<br />
Just to let you know I am thinking of you, your husband, Ginger and<br />
her pack at home. I hope you all are doing ok this evening. I am lighting a<br />
candle to burn brightly in the memory of our Dear Sweet Ginger and saying a<br />
prayer for all of you including Ginger's pack. I am sure they are missing<br />
her dearly also. I hope you all find comfort in each other and knowing that<br />
Ginger is now Free.<br />
<br />
Hugs to you all<br />
Brenda<br />
=====<br />
Mary Lou:<br />
<br />
I have been following your posts on Ginger and miss her already. We lost our <br />
<br />
beautiful Lucky girl six weeks ago. She was 14 years old and was in great health <br />
<br />
until the last few weeks when she suddenly went downhill and stopped eating. The vet <br />
<br />
did bloodwork which came back fine. He was amazed and couldn't really find anything <br />
<br />
except the usual arthritis. She just knew that it was her time and her work was <br />
<br />
done.<br />
I hope that Ginger visits you in spirit to keep in touch. God bless you for being <br />
<br />
such a caring dog mom.<br />
<br />
Joan<br />
===<br />
GINGER- a Requiem<br />
<br />
A tiny light was taken today, Lord.<br />
A light which shown so bright.<br />
A tiny being in this vast universe<br />
was taken, Lord.<br />
This tiny light was joy and hope and endearing<br />
friendship.<br />
This tiny light which was felt far and wide,<br />
This tiny light, Lord, you wanted home.<br />
You took this tiny light so she wouldn't suffer anymore.<br />
This tiny light will be sorely missed for she really didn't know how brightly she <br />
<br />
shown.<br />
She lit up hearts, she put smiles on even the hardest faces.<br />
This tiny light, Lord, is with You now.<br />
Let her continue to shine up there, Lord.<br />
This tiny light that shown so bright. <br />
-BCS<br />
=====<br />
.Mary Lou...This candle is lit in Loving Honor & Memory of your Beautiful, Sweet <br />
<br />
Ginger Girl! I wish for you Peace & Loving Memories of your beautiful girl!! It has <br />
<br />
been an Honor to be a part of Ginger's Dance thru the Valley journey. She will be so <br />
<br />
missed!!! Sunni & Sam<br />
In Memory of Beautiful Sweet Angel ***Ginger*** Run with the wind, sweet girl..you <br />
<br />
will always be remembered so lovingly!!!<br />
— Sunni from USA<br />
=====<br />
Mary Lou<br />
<br />
I am so sorry. We will all miss Ginger and her daily adventures. Your description <br />
<br />
has always been so vivid that I can see her in my minds eye, running around the <br />
<br />
rainbow bridge with ears flying. <br />
<br />
A candle is lit in California to light her way to the bridge. <br />
<br />
Sandy & Sonny<br />
======<br />
Dear Mary Lou,<br />
<br />
I wish there was something I could say to ease the pain. All I can do is let you know <br />
<br />
that you are in my prayers, and how much I appreciate the moral support that you have <br />
<br />
given me and others even as you and Ginger have waged your own battle.<br />
<br />
All of my best,<br />
Sharon<br />
=====<br />
Oh dear mary lou, ken emailed you and withheld this from me today as i went thru my <br />
<br />
therapy adn still await news of my sister's surgery. My heart is aching with you and <br />
<br />
Tom but my eyes see that red beauty running free without pain and feeing the ultimate <br />
<br />
warmth and love of our Father. God Bless you. You will see her again and she will <br />
<br />
acknowledge what you have done for her these last three months. I love you and shed <br />
<br />
tears for your loss. God keep you strong. Marcia<br />
====<br />
"I know that I should not shed tears for Ginger as she is at peace now, but it's <br />
<br />
impossible to stop them. In sharing her story over these past few weeks, you have <br />
<br />
made her our friend, too. We feel for all of you and send you our comfort and love." <br />
<br />
Mona<br />
<br />
===============<br />
"I'm so sorry Mary Lou. Ginger was one brave girl and fought a valiant battle <br />
<br />
against the beast. She had the great love of you and your husband that will continue <br />
<br />
on at the Rainbow Bridge. She will be waiting there to see you again one day. <br />
<br />
Please know she is now cancer free, running and playing with my Casey, Rocco, Buca, <br />
<br />
Kibo and Sana and many other angels. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your <br />
<br />
husband.<br />
<br />
Godspeed sweet Ginger. "<br />
=====<br />
I am Debby's sister and she has been sharing your writings about Ginger and I have <br />
<br />
been praying for her. You did all you could do and it was time for her to go. She <br />
<br />
didn't have to be my dog to cry for her. I loved her sight unseen. I just asked <br />
<br />
Jesus to give you and your family peace, comfort and strenght to get through this <br />
<br />
because He is the ONLY one to do this for you.<br />
<br />
May God bless you and your family a whole bunch!!!!!!!!!!<br />
<br />
Love, tears and prayers,<br />
<br />
Martha<br />
<br />
======<br />
Ginger will never be forgotten...evenby those of us who never met her....but we knew <br />
<br />
and loved her through you. Thank you for allowing us to "share' your incredible, <br />
<br />
beautiful red girl ...Now you have wings to lift you along with those beautiful <br />
<br />
ears...sweet Ginger....we love and miss you so. Run free and joyfully at the Bridge.<br />
— Margie and Isis from NJ, United States<br />
<br />
====<br />
<br />
Dear Mary Lou and Family,<br />
<br />
There are really no words that I can say that will ease the pain you feel at this <br />
<br />
time. Ginger was a warrior in her dance.. She taught everyone to take each day and <br />
<br />
live life in the moment. She showed us all what true courage is meant to be. I will <br />
<br />
always remember Ginger as the girl who happily flew down the hills, ears flying and <br />
<br />
her red coat gleaming in the sun. The girl who set off motion sensors to light up <br />
<br />
the darkness in our world.<br />
<br />
The love that you gave Ginger was returned a thousand fold even to those that have <br />
<br />
never stroked her soft fur. She brought joy and happiness to all that have followed <br />
<br />
her journey. I refuse to believe that cancer was victory because Ginger story lives <br />
<br />
on in our hearts. Though Ginger's earthly journey has ended I will celebrate her <br />
<br />
life and all that she has taught us. <br />
<br />
I believe that the emptiness in our souls from the loss of our loved ones is filled <br />
<br />
with<br />
the many wonderful memories and love we shared. Our tears are the healing that seals <br />
<br />
them in so they are forever a part of us. When our earthly journey comes to an end <br />
<br />
then we are once again reunited with our beloved furry companions at the Rainbow <br />
<br />
Bridge, so we can make the final journey into heaven together.<br />
<br />
I know that Ginger's journey to the rainbow bridge was brightly illuminated by the <br />
<br />
love of her family and all those whose lives she touched. We are lighting the <br />
<br />
remembrance candle in honor of Ginger. The special treats have been given in <br />
<br />
celebration of her life here on earth. <br />
<br />
The gang is sending Heart Comforting Drool and all are in our prayers. <br />
Run free Sweet Ginger. We will remember you.<br />
Karen and The Dog House Gang<br />
=====<br />
Ginger, you are so missed by many, yet we are glad that you are free of pain. You go <br />
<br />
run with the wind and never be tired again.<br />
— Ruth from OH, United States<br />
==================<br />
Barbara Stephens<br />
"Oh no....<br />
Mary Lou, I am so sorry. I know how much you will miss her.<br />
Sweet beautiful Ginger....Run strong and free."<br />
======<br />
Mary Lou,<br />
I have lit a candle in Loving memory of<br />
our Dear Sweet Ginger. You are all in<br />
my prayers tonight.<br />
For Mary Lou, Ginger and her pack. May you find comfort and joy in each other tonight <br />
<br />
and know Ginger is with you all in Spirt as she runs Free.<br />
— Brenda from OH, United States<br />
====<br />
Mary Lou<br />
<br />
I am so sorry for your loss. You did everything you could but God needed her more<br />
<br />
God bless you and your family<br />
=====<br />
Remember, you are not alone....if you need to reach out and talk ...or just need <br />
<br />
someone to listen.....my number is 609-668-2486 (cell) ....don't be afraid to call <br />
<br />
me....<br />
<br />
I am thinking of you and praying for your strength and and healing....please be good <br />
<br />
to yourself and take care....God bless you.<br />
<br />
Love, margie and Isis <br />
=====<br />
<br />
Marylou,<br />
<br />
I am so very sorry for your loss. Our babies never stay with us long<br />
enough. Know that your baby is running free and without pain...I hope when<br />
Ginger crossed the bridge my Angel Chief boy was there to share his woobies and<br />
tennis balls. God Speed Ginger, may you play there until it is time for<br />
all of your family to join. you.<br />
<br />
Peace and Comfort<br />
Julie and Angels Chief and Nikkita<br />
====<br />
<br />
Mary--I am truly sorry for your loss of Ginger. I know you won't see her body; but, <br />
<br />
you will feel her spirit. You wrote beautifully of your girl. God bless and God's <br />
<br />
speed, Ginger.<br />
<br />
Jeanne and Summer<br />
====<br />
My heart ached when i saw this and tears came. Saying prayers for you knowing Ginger <br />
<br />
is where there is no pain or suffer just light, love, and joy. Joanne<br />
======<br />
oh, I am so so sorry. My thoughts and prayers are with you. <br />
<br />
Tammy<br />
====<br />
Dearest Mary Lou,<br />
<br />
I am deeply saddened to hear of your loss. I joined this group shortly after you did <br />
<br />
with DB and Banshee, and was delighted to hear about the circumstances about how <br />
<br />
Ginger came to live with you. She truely was a furry four legged angel who is now <br />
<br />
running free with no pain. Sending cyber hugs both human and furry (((Mary Lou))). I <br />
<br />
pray God gives you and your hubby the strength to get through this rough time.<br />
<br />
Kristen, Cyrus, & Hank<br />
The Rockford Pitweilers<br />
=====<br />
Mary Lou...<br />
Mary is right...there are no words...<br />
I have lost 2 dogs in my life and would never wish that pain on anyone...<br />
We still love them so much, we will always have another friend at our side<br />
although<br />
we know inevitably we will suffer loss yet again.<br />
I honestly believe that life here is not complete for us without knowing the<br />
true love of a dog.<br />
I feel your pain and grieve with you, but also like many others, feel relief<br />
for Ginger too.<br />
My baby girl, Anni, died in my arms and I am happy I was there to comfort<br />
her as she left this world.<br />
<br />
May you have peace during this time and still fully enjoy your other dogs.<br />
<br />
JoDee in Florida,<br />
Rex, 1996-2007,<br />
Anni, 2002-2009,<br />
and Bear (Rex & Anni's son)<br />
=====<br />
dear mary lou....<br />
<br />
a glorious candle will burn tonight here in queensland australia... lighting the dark <br />
<br />
and celebrating the bright and glorious life of Ginger .. who now roams with all <br />
<br />
those who have been called home.....<br />
<br />
sending you hugs and blessings at this time of loss and sadness.<br />
<br />
love<br />
<br />
HelenThe maremma crew:<br />
=====<br />
gone from the earth but never really gone!<br />
<br />
My thoughts are with you and if everyone on this list could take away the pain for <br />
<br />
you, we would!!!!<br />
<br />
Cristina and Riley<br />
=====<br />
So sorry. We will be praying for you & family.<br />
Brooke<br />
=====<br />
I am so sorry for your loss. I read your post this morning in tears, though <br />
<br />
yesterday I thought this is what I would wake up to. She was a very brave girl for <br />
<br />
you, fighting to keep you happy. Take comfort knowing that she's found her way to the <br />
<br />
Rainbow Bridge and is no longer suffering. Your family and Ginger are in my prayers.<br />
<br />
Kathy<br />
=====<br />
I'm sorry for your loss and heartache. I am feeling very sad for you all.<br />
Julie<br />
====<br />
Mary Lou,<br />
I am so distraught to read this. Your Ginger had a special place in my heart. We had <br />
<br />
a beautiful red dog named Ginger who was mom to our Bear (who we lost to this <br />
<br />
horrible disease in Feb.) I have been following the list still to keep up with Ginger <br />
<br />
and a few others I have been praying for. I know she has met our Ginger and Bear at <br />
<br />
the Bridge. Bear and Sugar's daddy was a beautiful Irish Setter that we still see <br />
<br />
around our neighborhood every day. We also have a "pack". We still have CoCoa, Shy <br />
<br />
Ann and Sugar (all Bear's sisters) and 2 new pups. Every time we go for our evening <br />
<br />
run around the property with the 4 wheeler, I miss Bear running along, jumping in the <br />
<br />
pond and swimming across.<br />
We will see them all again someday. I know that in my heart, as I know that you know <br />
<br />
it in yours.<br />
I sit here crying as I type, HATING this horrible horrible disease, asking why and <br />
<br />
knowing there is a plan somehow. One day we will know and understand.<br />
They truly do leave "paw prints on our heart"<br />
Prayers are being lifted for you and your family and pups. You were a wonderful mom <br />
<br />
to Ginger and she knew how loved she was.<br />
<br />
Carrie and Angel Bear<br />
July 9, 2003 - Feb 8, 2010<br />
<br />
=====<br />
oh no Mary Lou! I'm so sorry! I will be missing your sweet red girl through your eyes <br />
<br />
too..... sending hugs!<br />
Theresa<br />
====<br />
Marylou,<br />
Im so sorry for your loss. I know Ginger is without pain now , running wildly as she<br />
loved to do on this Earth and someday you will meet with her again.<br />
Laurie<br />
<br />
====<br />
Dear Mary Lou,<br />
I have read every insert you have written. I have prayed for Ginger since the <br />
<br />
inception of her illness.<br />
What gives us hope is that I know and maybe you do too, that Ginger will be waiting <br />
<br />
in heaven for you.<br />
I know my 17 year old golden Charlie will be there, along with my parents. Every <br />
<br />
thing we desire will be there.<br />
Some say dogs don't have a soul, but there surely is a spirit. We humans were <br />
<br />
designated "caretakers of the animals".<br />
Please accept my deepest sympathies because I have been where you are. It does get <br />
<br />
easier, but when the memories come back I still cry. And that is ok<br />
<br />
Warmest Regards<br />
Ada <br />
=====<br />
MaryLou- I am so very, very sorry. Run free Miss Ginger-be happy and well again.<br />
Roxanne<br />
====<br />
Mary lou-- i have been following your story of Ginger and now i have found this sad <br />
<br />
ending. i am so sorry for your loss of this wonderful girl. You did everything in <br />
<br />
your power to help her and you gave her much love and comfort in her last months. <br />
<br />
She is now doing the same for you, from a safer, pain-free place. My deepest <br />
<br />
sympathies--<br />
Roz and Angel Tina<br />
and Girlie Girl<br />
=====<br />
"Thank YOU for sharing Gingers amazing journey with us. She was so lucky to have you <br />
<br />
and I know you will treasure the memories forever. I'm always here for you." Blair<br />
====<br />
So sorry for your loss we have lost a beloved dog also to cancer so I feel your <br />
<br />
sadness and pain your beloved fur baby was truly a gift from God she indeed left paw <br />
<br />
prints on your heart sending healing hugs to you there. Lynne<br />
====<br />
Mary Lou,<br />
<br />
A favorite poem, for you:<br />
<br />
<br />
i carry your heart with me<br />
<br />
<br />
i carry your heart with me (i carry it in<br />
<br />
my heart) i am never without it (anywhere<br />
<br />
i go you go, my dear; and whatever is done<br />
<br />
by only me is your doing, my darling)<br />
<br />
i fear<br />
<br />
no fate (for you are my fate, my sweet) i want<br />
<br />
no world (for beautiful you are my world, my true)<br />
<br />
and it's you are whatever a moon has always meant<br />
<br />
and whatever a sun will always sing is you<br />
<br />
here is the deepest secret nobody knows<br />
<br />
(here is the root of the root and the bud of the bud<br />
<br />
and the sky of the sky of a tree called life; which grows<br />
<br />
higher than soul can hope or mind can hide)<br />
<br />
and this is the wonder that's keeping the stars apart<br />
<br />
i carry your heart (i carry it in my heart)<br />
<br />
ee cummings<br />
<br />
<br />
Carrie & Lily & Josie<br />
<br />
<br />
=====<br />
Mary Lou, I'm sorry for my delay in responding. I had a minor surgical procedure <br />
<br />
yesterday and was not around e-mail. And then I got on this morning and was so sad <br />
<br />
to read your post. My most heartfelt condolences on the loss of your sweet Ginger. <br />
<br />
Never feel guilt for the decisions you made, I think Ginger decided the best thing to <br />
<br />
do was to not make you have to make that decision and to go on her own. As I know <br />
<br />
you believe, Ginger is now dancing and running with all those angels that have gone <br />
<br />
before her. And, in spirit, she will always be with you. You were a wonderful mom <br />
<br />
to her - giving her the chance at life and fighting alongside her every step of the <br />
<br />
way. I do hope the memories you have will provide you some comfort during this <br />
<br />
difficult time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you today and always.....<br />
<br />
<br />
Lisa & Cayanne<br />
=====<br />
<br />
"Godspeed beautiful Ginger. You will be forever loved and missed. Prayers as you <br />
<br />
transition to the next great adventure, and sending prayers of healing to your <br />
<br />
family."<br />
====<br />
<br />
Mary Lou....<br />
<br />
I am so sorry of your loss...I feel like I knew her every move. That somehow she was <br />
<br />
living through all of us. I know your heart is broken but I am sure she is running <br />
<br />
and playing with the other angels. <br />
<br />
Please know you are and will be in my thoughts that one day you too will find some <br />
<br />
comfort.......<br />
<br />
Martha and my gang<br />
<br />
<br />
====<br />
Hi Mary Lou<br />
<br />
I'm so very sorry to hear about Ginger. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your <br />
<br />
faimily.<br />
<br />
Alison<br />
Lily<br />
====<br />
Dear Mary Lou,<br />
<br />
I know it is heart breaking and I for sure do not have the right words to make your <br />
<br />
suffering easier. Just know that I am sitting here in tears thinking of your lovely <br />
<br />
darling. She did fight hard and now she is at ease.<br />
You mentioned that you thought she was sitting there next to you waiting for her <br />
<br />
treat and I know she was.<br />
I connected with her via Reiki and she wants you to know that she is now pain free <br />
<br />
and would like to stick around for a few more days before she will move on. She met a <br />
<br />
few of my dogs which have passed on and they will guide her, so she is in good hands.<br />
She told me she loves car rides and there is a man in the picture, maybe you can make <br />
<br />
more out of it than I can.<br />
She sends you all her love.<br />
<br />
Dagmar<br />
<br />
<br />
==<br />
SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT GINGER.. I WAS SO HAPPY TO KNOW THAT EVERYDAY SHE WAS GETTING <br />
<br />
BETTER. MY HEART DROPPED WHEN THE E-MAIL COME THRU THAT SHE IS W/ GOD I CRIED LIKE <br />
<br />
SHE WAS MY OWN.<br />
MY PRAYERS GO OUT TO U & UR FAMILY. TINA, CODEY, MAX & SMOKEY<br />
<br />
===<br />
Dear Mary Lou,<br />
I so enjoyed reading your posts about Ginger. It was a delight to<br />
know her, even in cyberspace. Thank you for sharing your wonderful<br />
red girl with us all-and weren't you the lucky ones when Ginger<br />
jumped into your husband's truck and adopted you? I'm so sorry she<br />
had to leave you so soon-there never is enough time with those we<br />
love. May her memory be a blessing.<br />
Lynn, angel Bingo, Simba, and Sir Mickey of the White Paws<br />
<br />
<br />
=====<br />
<br />
Hi Mary Lou,<br />
I have been following Ginger's posts. I am so sorry to hear that Ginger has crossed <br />
<br />
the bridge. I know your heart is broken. It's so hard to let them go....I will keep <br />
<br />
you in our prayers.<br />
Sincerely,<br />
Nancy <br />
Cheyenne, Cherokee & Chippewa<br />
=====<br />
Dear Mary Lou,<br />
<br />
I am so sorry for your loss. In between moments, when silence softens the edges of <br />
<br />
your grief, wrap yourself up in your love for her and hers for you. If I know <br />
<br />
anything, than I know this - Love Never Dies.<br />
<br />
May these words bring you as much comfort as they have brought me.<br />
<br />
Deborah<br />
=====<br />
Mary Lou.......I'm sure I'm not the only one having a hard time seeing clearly as I<br />
type this reply to your message. I just feel so sad inside.<br />
Ginger's whole journey has been such a roller coaster ride. She was doing so good for awhile. I certainly feel for you and your husband, as I know all of us animal <br />
<br />
lovers do, as all of us who have shared the heartbreaking experience of losing a<br />
loving friend. No one can say Ginger didn't get the very best care and all the love in the world. <br />
I'm so sorry, Mary Lou. I pray to God to give you the strength and comfort that only He can give.<br />
Please take care. Mary <br />
====<br />
<br />
<div class="message-text">To Ginger: You are not forgotten nor will you ever be. Enjoy your pain free existence . Send a message to your family. You are missed terribly.</div>— Ruth<br />
<br />
===<br />
"Ginger was a brave little angel. I know the loss and pain your feeling right now and wish I could be there in person to offer comfort. She will live in your heart forever and you will have wonderful memories of her to share with others. I'm thinking of you and your husband. " Catherine<br />
=======<br />
<br />
So sorry to hear about your beautiful Ginger! She fought so valiently for so long and I know you are just crushed to lose her. It is so hard to let go, but you did everything you possibly could for her and she was so lucky to have had you in her life......after all, she chose you didn't she...she knew a good thing when she saw it! Remember all the good times you shared with her! My thoughts and prayers are with you!<br />
<br />
Much love and understanding,<br />
Ann<br />
<br />
=====<br />
Mary Lou, I am so shocked and sorry for your loss of Ginger. She was such an inspiration for you and your writing and for us all.<br />
<br />
donna and Q<br />
====<br />
Dear Mary Lou,<br />
<br />
I am so very sorry for your loss of Ginger. You and your family are in my thoughts. Rest in peace, sweet Ginger.<br />
<br />
Best wishes,<br />
Samantha<br />
=====<br />
Dear Mary Lou -<br />
I arrived home after being away to read of Ginger's passing. I am so sorry<br />
for your loss of her and wish you a bounty of wonderful memories to ease<br />
your sadness. She was a lucky girl to have had you to love and care for<br />
her...<br />
<br />
Sandi & Chloe<br />
RI<br />
<br />
=====Mary Louhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08246926155668417289noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2327560000955411424.post-32599710559694984462010-04-09T19:02:00.001-07:002010-04-09T19:02:50.018-07:00Thank youI cannot begin to tell you how overwhelmed and honored I am by the outpouring of love and support from you all ... God bless you all for your sweet compassion and understanding ... messages and candles from the stalwart supporters who have written every night, messages from people who had been following Ginger's journey in silence ... oh dear Lord what a wonderful blessing to read these throughout this day and evening ... for those who have asked after the rest of our family, my husband, the Damcat, DB, Banshee and Snoopy ... my husband is grieving deeply, he always has felt a special connection to Ginger, as she jumped in his truck at our gate, and he said (like the 10 year old who lives inside all grown men 'can we keep her?' ) ....the Damcat has felt the loss of his big red friend very deeply, he looked for her everywhere, and he was there when I collapsed in grief after I first heard the news, circling me, meowing piteously ... he is better now, very loving (unusual for the Damcat) ... the dogs were a wonderful comfort to me today, they knew, of course,before I even did, they knew our sweet red girl wasn't coming back this time... I am glad my husband waited to tell me until I got them fed and kenneled and had time to go inside and compose myself to come back out and talk to them ... we had a good after breakfast run, around the whole property, stopping at the spots Ginger loved the best, the wild plum trees, the drainage pond, the oak trees ... later this afternoon my husband and I mowed, as I've said before when I would mow Ginger would stick by my left side, back and forth, while the others went off about their doggy business ... not tonight, tonight when I'd look up, there'd always be ONE of the dogs, either laying under a tree watching me, or standing just off to one side while the other two went off about their business... they'd change places every ten minutes or so, Banshee would lay under a tree, her eyes never leaving me, I'd look up again and Snoopy would have taken her place, then DB ... and so on until I finally went back to the garage, all three at my side.<br />
<br />
I have the dogs fed and kenneled now, back to the computer ... to read the memorial messages for my Ginger ... but my sweet red girl isn't here in the flesh to read them aloud to, so I'm just reading them silently, and copying them into a file to hold close to my heart forever ... <br />
<br />
YES I believe my Ginger is running free, across the bridge, meeting up with all the dogs (and cats) who have gone before her (I think that's what uplifts my spirit the most, the thought of Ginger meeting the dogs we've met through the lists who have gone before her, and the others so many of you have written to me about .... and all of them in that special part of Heaven where they wait for us to join them... ) and YES I believe I felt her spirit this morning, at my left side, waiting for her treat, and YES I believe her spirit will be with me whenever I need the loving touch of her sweet soul .... but oh Lord, it is SO hard to not be able to stroke her silken ears, to look into her beautiful brown eyes, to feel her tongue on my cheek ... our love for our animals is so rooted in the physical, it is so hard to lose that ... I am grateful for my other animals and their loving kindness today, I am grateful to my husband and his strong support, and I am so grateful for all of you ... God is indeed good, to have blessed me with such a remarkable throng of angels on this earth, who have cared enough to join in our journey, right up to the end...<br />
<br />
Live each moment as if it were the last ... see and cherish the 'ordinary' for the extraordinary gift from God it really is ... believe in the power of love and prayer ... that God is good .... and dance through the valley of the shadow of death, fearing no evil ... the lessons my journey with sweet Ginger have taught me and I have tried to share ... thank you again from the bottom of my heart. <br />
<br />
-- <br />
Mary Lou<br />
DB,Banshee, Snoopy(dogs)<br />
Ginger in spirit (2005-04/09/10)<br />
Damcat<br />
Callie in spirit (04/90-06/07)<br />
http://marylouandcompanions.blogspot.com/<br />
http://gingeroftheflyingears.blogspot.com/Mary Louhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08246926155668417289noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2327560000955411424.post-90949583451947772212010-04-09T07:13:00.001-07:002010-04-09T07:13:55.879-07:00Ginger is gone from this earth Friday April 9Ginger is gone from this earth. She did not make it through the night. The world is a darker place without her bright loving spirit but she is dancing with ears flying on the other side of the bridge, the wind in her face, her nose tilted to catch the scent of birds... oh it is so hard to be without her here. I got up this morning, let out the other dogs and took them for the AM run, down at the bottom of the hill Snoopy came up for her treat at my right side and I then reached to the left to give Ginger her treat, she was not there in body, and I think I knew then because in my heart I saw her sitting there, eyes aglow, eager for her treat ... then Banshee caught the rabbit she and Ginger had been looking for under the chinaberry tree, and DB was harassing her for it, so I went back up the hill quickly to avoid any altercations, got their food, fed and kenneled them, came back inside, my husband then told me the vet had called and my sweet red girl had not made it through the night. The vet said there were no signs of distress or struggle, she had just made the choice for me and gone to sleep and not woken up. I had known in my heart yesterday afternoon, but I had let my head outrule my heart ... Ginger told me to let her go then but her bloodwork was good and I told her that there was a chance to beat the infection again, as she did 2 weeks ago... and she tried, for me. Oh, my sweet red girl, I wish you were still her with me on this beautiful day, but that is not God's will, no, you are dancing with the angels, running with all the other animals in God's beautiful pastures and woodlands. <br />
<br />
Thank you all for your love and support, your prayers and messages, my Ginger had a GOOD 3 months since this evil disease was diagnosed, and she had a peaceful passage to the other side, with your love and support.<br />
<br />
-- <br />
Mary Lou<br />
DB,Banshee,Ginger and Snoopy(dogs)<br />
Damcat<br />
Callie in spirit (04/90-06/07)<br />
http://marylouandcompanions.blogspot.com/<br />
http://gingeroftheflyingears.blogspot.com/Mary Louhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08246926155668417289noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2327560000955411424.post-29932285054052401812010-04-08T19:13:00.000-07:002010-04-08T19:13:10.997-07:00Late PM Thurs April 8I am writing one more update tonight, I have gotten an email from a dear friend which made me realize my intentions for Ginger are not clear, and I am going to share my response with you all, as there may be others who are wondering the same ... I am very much opposed to causing animals, or people, to linger on past their time and suffer, I have helped my animal companions in the past across the bridge when they told me it was time ... if it were legal, I would do the same for my human loved ones. I have a deep faith in eternal life for ALL God's creatures. I was actually prepared to let my Ginger go this afternoon, but I wanted to see what the bloodwork was, I fully expected it to show renal failure and high calcium, I told Ginger that was what I was waiting for, and, I told her that since her BW was OK, that meant it was the infection and there was still a chance the antibiotics might work. I HATED leaving her there tonight w/o even seeing her again but my husband went to get her before I could stop him, he was worried about me I think and wanted me to sleep. But anyway, when he called from the vet and the vet told me she was in such bad shape I could not bring her home, I wanted her to be as comfortable as possible tonight.<br />
<br />
I am trying to picture her with her eyes bright and her ears flying, not laying there unresponsive with dull eyes, I do know in my mind that the antibiotics<br />
take time to kick in but oh it was so hard to leave her like that. I am SO against causing animals (and people) to linger on past their time, but I felt there is still hope the antibiotics will work and the fever will break. I obviously will know tomorrow. If she hadnt 'come back' from the brink of death 2 weeks ago and then was fine, no, I would NOT put her through this. I made the decision to not put her through any more aggressive chemo, as it was not working as hoped for, and to not put her through radiation as there was only a tiny chance it would be effective, and I wanted her to have a good quality of life to the end and did not want her stuck away in a hospital undergoing any more treatments. But I felt she has a chance to beat this infection as she did before, and so did the vets.<br />
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Ginger has taught me a lot in the past 3 months. I had previously thought that I did know how to live in the moment, enjoy the little things of life, but I didnt, not really, not as I do now.<br />
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PLEASE try to reach out to my Ginger tonight, let her know how much<br />
she is loved, and try to picture her as bright and shining and running<br />
with her ears flying. The rest is in Gods hands.<br />
<br />
Here are some of the beautiful messages I've received today .... Fight that fever Honey-you can beat this!!' ....'A candle of hope and healing for Ginger. May she dance again soon and often!' .... 'For Precious Ginger...Lord please hold her in Your healing Hands and make her strong and give her Mom courage and trust in You'....'Ginger-May God's healing touch you tonight and heal your pain and give you comfort. All my prayers and love are with you'....<br />
'Mary Lou & Beautiful Ginger...May God Bless both of you in yet another battle with this beast. Get better soon, Ginger....gotta turn those motion lights on! Keep us posted when you can. Hugs & drools' ....'Dear Sweet Ginger....this candle is lit to help light the way for you to find your way back yet once again. You are loved by so many!!!! '....'Ginger of the Flying Ears, I hope St. Francis holds you in His arms, and that you are happy for as long as possible. Bright Blessings to you. '....'I have lit a candle...to continue the healing and to show my love for you and your guardian. Fly high, Beautiful, touch the stars and bathe in God's Holy touch.'....'Ginger-A healing prayer is sent your way, from my heart to God's ear. May your days be long and as beautiful as you!'<br />
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Thank you all, my dear friends, from the bottom of my heart. God is good. He sent you all to me and Ginger.<br />
<br />
Mary Lou<br />
DB,Banshee,Ginger and Snoopy(dogs)<br />
Damcat<br />
Callie in spirit (04/90-06/07)<br />
http://marylouandcompanions.blogspot.com/<br />
http://gingeroftheflyingears.blogspot.com/Mary Louhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08246926155668417289noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2327560000955411424.post-90105057819549604742010-04-08T15:19:00.003-07:002010-04-08T15:19:28.891-07:00Thurs April 8AM: Called ER vet this AM. Ginger still on IV, just laying there. Temp<br />
still 105. Not eating or drinking or responsive. They do have her on<br />
pain meds. My husband says he thinks that is why she is still groggy.<br />
We are going to go to Augusta and get her as soon as traffic clears<br />
(for those not in the USA and/or not into sports, the Masters Golf<br />
Tournament is this week in Augusta which means you can't get in and<br />
out of town until about 10AM) and bring her to my vet in Aiken. I have<br />
to see her for myself and I guess have bloodwork done and call<br />
oncologist. The fever a week and a half ago came down by the next AM<br />
she was fine so this may be the end. Thank you for your prayers and<br />
messages of support last night and this morning, I don't know what I'd<br />
do without you all. Pray for us today.<br />
<br />
PM Update:<br />
Picked Ginger up at ER vet 1100 AM. She was almost unconscious had to be carried to car. Got her to Aiken vet. Had to be carried in, but once in the room she stood up, I took her slowly outside where she pee'd. Temp 105. Barely responsive, barely recognized us, would try to roll on her back for a belly rub. Gained 2 lbs of fluid weight since last night. Back on IVs and more antibiotics at 1230. Vet said it could be pain meds she was given making her groggy or fever. Blood work done, renal function fine, calcium normal, liver elevated. Oncologist and local vet said try another 24 hrs, leave her on IV antibiotics til they close and then bring her home and take her back in AM. This was about 230 PM. Went home. Let other dogs out for run. Then fell asleep around 415PM. Husband then woke me at 5 PM and said he would go get Ginger in Aiken. He was gone before I fully woke up. Husband just called from vet. Ginger still has fever of 104 is now having diarrhea and 6 PM still too weak to walk and must be carried. They are still hopeful the fever will break tonight as she is pumped full of antibiotics and it has gone down 1 degree again. I am going to leave her there tonight as I did 2 weeks ago, although they do not have all night staff someone checks dogs every 2 hrs and if in pain will give sedative, which I cannot do and will clean them up from diarrhea. I am so afraid she'll start that shaking again, it is terrifying. I cannot pick her up and carry her outside and do not want husband putting his back out again. I guess I should have left her in Augusta at the ER vet but frankly I do not feel comfortable with them except for that one vet tech. No one including the oncologists can understand what is going on except the infection whatever it was must have come back. (These are definitely not side effects from chemo, her last chemo was the CCNU which was February 18, she has only been on pred and Leukeran since then.) But it does not seem to be the cancer aggressing again as the oncologist said it would show in the calcium levels and also her renal function (as the worst affected nodes are the ones that cut off her urethers.) There is also the possibility of the nodes going necrotic, the oncologist said he had thought if that were what was happening the infection would not have responsded to antibiotics 2 weeks ago and the only way to treat her now is the antibiotics and fluids. I feel awful not bringing her home but I believe it is better for her to be at the vet overnight. Also there is a tornado watch tonight.<br />
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I deeply appreciate your prayers and support. I am looking for the good in today, and, of course it is that we have received all this love and support, and, the bloodwork was normal, and my sweet red girl does have a chance to pull through yet again. God bless all of you for your caring and compassion during this long day, and keep praying tonight that Ginger may be dancing again tomorrow. <br />
-----<br />
Mary Lou<br />
DB,Banshee,Ginger and Snoopy(dogs)<br />
Damcat<br />
Callie in spirit (04/90-06/07)<br />
http://marylouandcompanions.blogspot.com/<br />
http://gingeroftheflyingears.blogspot.com/Mary Louhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08246926155668417289noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2327560000955411424.post-81734099753499339842010-04-07T20:40:00.001-07:002010-04-07T20:40:35.782-07:00Wed April 7 Please pray for usI got home about 430, had been at accountants, husband still in town.<br />
Let dogs out, noticed Ginger didnt run to kennel gate, but then perked<br />
up and was fine, took them on a brief run (still hot) then let Ginger<br />
inside, gave her some eggs and liver water. I then lay down. Ginger<br />
joined me in bedroom. Had a brief nap, phone rang, gor up answered it.<br />
Then I noticed Ginger hadnt followed me into kitchen. Went back to<br />
bedroom, she then followed me to kitchen. Answered some emails then<br />
noticed Ginger laying by me ... shaking. I took her temp, 102.7. She<br />
wouldnt eat even liver water. Its after 6 PM, the vet is closed. I got<br />
an antibiotic down her (covered in canned dog food, she then ate a few<br />
mouthfuls out of my hand.) Called husband, he still in town a half<br />
hour away. She is still shaking. She wanted to go outside where she<br />
drank water. I then fed and kenneled the other dogs, Ginger followed<br />
to kennels but won't eat. She followed me back to the trailer but wont<br />
come inside. She is now on the porch. She is still shaking. Her temp<br />
still 102.7. I dont know what to do. I am waiting for husband to get<br />
home I guess to take her to ER vet. Please pray for us. Oh my Lord,<br />
please help me.<br />
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Update 11:15 PM<br />
<br />
Just got back from ER vet. Left Ginger there on IV fluid and antibiotics and pain meds til tomorrow. When husband got home around 7 PMher temp was 104.5. I put wet towels on her belly and gave her sub-cu fluids, which seemed to slow the shaking to a tremor, but decided to take her to ER vet. in Augusta It's about 45 min away. ( I could not face going through the night with Ginger in pain or in fever and waiting til morning to take her to Aiken.) By time we got there she was shivering violently again, and beginning to dehydrate (gums looking bad.) Temp 105. Admitted her (at least they let you stay with her while IVs placed etc), her front legs are too scarred now so had to do back leg. Ginger very sweet and dignified. Vet said will try different antibiotics, also pain med in case she is in pain. The tech on duty tonight used to work at the UGA oncology dept. so was very familiar with cancer patients. Ginger was resting more comfortably but still trembling when left around10:15. From what I remember of my conversation with oncologist last time this happened, if its a secondary infection the antibiotics will work, if its the nodes going necrotic it won't. We should know tomorrow AM if it is working. I will call oncologist in AM. to see what he says. The ER vet is so gawdawful expensive ($650 for the 24 hr IV and antibiotics), however my local vet only can do IV in daytime (which worked last time, but not an option tonight) Also its Masters Week in Augusta so you really have to pick times to be able to even get over there and back.<br />
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THANK YOU for your prayers, I could feel your support, it kept me relatively calm and focused. At least I managed to take her temp properly , get an antibiotic into her, and give her the sub-cu fluids and get wet towels on her belly (none of which I would have been able to think straight enough to do without the advice from so many of you during our last crisis, and without feeling that you were all 'pulling for me' and I couldn't let Ginger (or y'all) down.) <br />
<br />
-- <br />
Mary Lou<br />
DB,Banshee,Ginger and Snoopy(dogs)<br />
Damcat<br />
Callie in spirit (04/90-06/07)<br />
http://marylouandcompanions.blogspot.com/<br />
http://gingeroftheflyingears.blogspot.com/Mary Louhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08246926155668417289noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2327560000955411424.post-48633291406922644402010-04-06T18:28:00.001-07:002010-04-06T18:28:35.896-07:00Tuesday April 6Another warm, sunny, polleny day ... a golden haze over everything ... AM run, Ginger and the rest energy filled, down the hill we go, Ginger trotting at my left side, the others ranging around us, Banshee again heads for the chinaberry cave ... and emerges covered in yellow, coated in pollen sticking to her damp fur... Snoopy chases balls, DB runs to the back fence, Ginger explores the ditch, then back up to the trailer for meds, get food, feed and kennel, go to work... half day in Saluda (driving through the back roads, kicking up clouds of pollen) back at lunch time... dogs greet me with great excitement, go inside, Ginger springs up from the couch and just about knocks me over in enthusiasm... she's home! in the middle of the day!! Yes, it means extra eggs! This is my day for pet therapy with Banshee, I collect her and put her in car, DB tries to come with us, husband stops working and holds DB and Banshee and I go to the nursing home, where it's so good to see our friends, people and dogs ... who are all in Ginger's fan club and ask after her ... return home after pet therapy (with a side trip to buy dog food, and update the SuperPtez girls on Ginger, who is a well loved customer) then back home, by this time I'm so overwhelmed by pollen I have to lay down (our bedroom has an air purifier) after greeting Ginger, Damcat and the rest ... up again, into my mowing outfit, it's cooler now, take the dogs for a good evening run, Ginger again trotting by my left side, around and around the trees (I'm trying to keep the vetch from climbing up the young trees) then back up the hill for supper, feed and kennel, bring Ginger in for meds and ground turkey .... she is very energetic, keeps wanting to go out (now that its cooler and not as polleny), so I sit on the porch with her, counting stars .... another good day for my sweet red dancing girl, thank you Lord, and thank you all for your prayers and support, without which none of this would be possible.<br />
<br />
<br />
Mary Lou<br />
DB,Banshee,Ginger and Snoopy(dogs)<br />
Damcat<br />
Callie in spirit (04/90-06/07)<br />
http://marylouandcompanions.blogspot.com/<br />
http://gingeroftheflyingears.blogspot.com/Mary Louhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08246926155668417289noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2327560000955411424.post-77876556932012636682010-04-05T18:49:00.000-07:002010-04-05T18:49:04.729-07:00Monday April 5Sunny, very warm, pollen in yellow clouds, looks like smoke ... good<br />
AM run, Ginger lively ... gave meds, fed and kenneled, went to work<br />
... through the pollen haze ... rough day at work, AC out upstairs,<br />
much work to be done ... husband calls midday, says all the dogs are just laying around, the air quality is terrible, their water buckets<br />
keep getting pollen in them, he and worker were putting in trenche and almost passing out from the pollen (even though they had masks on)<br />
... Ginger inside, won't go out (smart dog). Got home in evening, DB,Snoopy and Banshee met me enthusiastically at gate, Ginger VERY enthusiastic when I got inside, hurling herself at me, dancing around in circles. Got changed and took them for run, tried to do some mowing, managed to get mower stuck, so walked back, Ginger right at my side, the others circling around us, dark anyway ... got food, fed and kenneled, brought Ginger inside for evening meds ... she is still jumpy with nervous energy ... but a good day for her. Thanking you all for your prayers and support and for accompanying us on our journey<br />
...<br />
-----<br />
Mary Lou<br />
DB,Banshee,Ginger and Snoopy(dogs)<br />
Damcat<br />
Callie in spirit (04/90-06/07)<br />
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</span>Mary Louhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08246926155668417289noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2327560000955411424.post-56009306221076189742010-04-04T19:06:00.001-07:002010-04-04T19:06:24.283-07:00Easter Sunday April 4Easter Sunday, a beautiful day .... sunny, warm, the pine tree yellow Easter crosses especially full and beautiful this year ... early Easter, early spring ... feels more like May ... Ginger and the rest very lively this AM, had a good run, gave meds, fed and kenneled, went to church for a truly lovely service, fresh flowers for the flower cross, the little church ablaze with flowers and light ... returned and let dogs out (husband had leftthem kenneled as was working around their kennels... went for a mid day run, a bit of mowing, then sat with DB and Ginger on the bench by the pond ... Banshee hunting something again in the chinaberry cave, Snoopy trying to entice husband and worker into playing ball. After lunch did some more wash, then sat outside awhile (the pollen is really bothering me so went in again). All dogs sleepy, asleep on porch and Ginger inside. Managed to throw my shoulder out of place (muscle spasm), Ginger tried to help by jumping on the small of my back while I lay facedown ... and, it worked! My dog the chiropractor! Feeling better, went out and mowed some more, Ginger follows, back and forth, around and around (am trying to get the vetch around the pear trees and Leyland cypress in back), stop to watch man feed neighbor's horses (she's out of town for easter too) and let Ginger rest, sit near the wild plums which have stopped blooming and are setting fruit .... then back to the trailer, Ginger is dragging a bit so put her inside, then mow some more ... husband then joins me on tractor, with Ginger again, after awhile I go and sit on the porch with all dogs to watch the sun set (beautiful, streaks of orange and pink) throw ball for Snoopy off the porch (she stands in the yard and ries to guess which direction I'll throw), Banshee, DB and Ginger laying graceflly around me. Getting dark, get dogs food (had prepaed earlier), feed and kennel, give each a full size trachea chewie for easter, then bring Ginger inside for evening meds and snacks ... a wonderful day, full of the grace of God and His beautiful springtime, which by His mercy Ginger has been allowed to see ... thank you all for your prayers and Easter messages, here are a few ... 'May Easter day and its promise of life, be for you a continuation of joy, health, love and strength. His hands will touch you.' ....<br />
'Mary Lou-May this day and everyday give you peace in knowing God's hand is guiding you and Ginger. Giving to others is the best gift of all and both of you have' ....;I have lit a candle...to thank you for sharing your journey with us and to let you know how appreciated this gift is. Thank you again--Ginger, keep doing God's work! The rewards are great.' ....'To Ginger, Our beautiful red lady.'....I hope you, Ginger and the rest of the gang have a great Easter tomorrow. What a great celebration, she is doing well. THAT is amazing. =) Give her a hug & kiss!' .... 'Happy Easter Ginger and Mary Lou and your whole gang. I hope that the celebration of the season lifts you up and keeps you both going.' Yes indeed, this has been a blessed and joyful Easter for me, and I thank you all for your love and compassion.<br />
-----<br />
Mary Lou<br />
DB,Banshee,Ginger and Snoopy(dogs)<br />
Damcat<br />
Callie in spirit (04/90-06/07)<br />
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-----<br />
Mary Lou<br />
DB,Banshee,Ginger and Snoopy(dogs)<br />
Damcat<br />
Callie in spirit (04/90-06/07)<br />
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http://gingeroftheflyingears.blogspot.com/Mary Louhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08246926155668417289noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2327560000955411424.post-12804977511370211542010-04-02T18:52:00.001-07:002010-04-02T18:52:42.513-07:00Good Friday April 2Beautiful day, very warm (90 degrees) ... good AM run (for the dogs, my allergies are killing me) ... down the hill, up by the back fence, watched the horses, the flowering cherries are now blooming... gave Ginger meds, fed and kenneled ... went to work then realized the offices in Aiken I go to were closed (state and county closes for Good Friday) ... went to church, then picked up some plumbing supplies for husband and returned home ... dizzy as a snake, the pollen really affects me ... not as bad out where I live, so after awhile got on mower ... Ginger follows me back and forth, back and forth, and was getting slower, so took her back inside for a rest ... husband by this time in back on tractor .... got clippers and set off to clip blackberry brambles growing through our fence , tok Ginger with me (when I clip branches I'm more stationary and she doesnt get tired following me back and forth) ... mowed a little and ALL the dogs (including Ginger) ecstatically rollled in the clippings, with yips and moans of pleasure (I went back over to where they were t make sure it wasn't a dead critter of some kind they were rolling in, nope, just grass clippings...) getting dark so headed back to the trailer, got food, fed and kenneled, brought Ginger in for evening meals and eggs ... she seems very restless now, won't stay still (well, she slept a lot today), I keep letting her out to go round and turn on the motion lights, then back in for a brushing, then some ground turkey soup, then a gas pill ....I've noticed some evenings she's like this, she usually eventually settles down and snoozes at my feet. ... Another beautiful day for my sweet red girl, who is out dancing in the dark right now, turning on the lights .... thank you all for your prayers and support, I cherish every message you send me (and read them to Ginger).<br />
-- <br />
Mary Lou<br />
DB,Banshee,Ginger and Snoopy(dogs)<br />
Damcat<br />
Callie in spirit (04/90-06/07)<br />
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http://gingeroftheflyingears.blogspot.com/Mary Louhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08246926155668417289noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2327560000955411424.post-91348050713633135632010-04-01T19:11:00.001-07:002010-04-01T19:11:24.985-07:00Thursday April 1Another beautiful spring day ... Ginger lively and loving, good AM<br />
run, meds, fed and kenneled went to work ... long day, hearing in<br />
Augusta, then office, then home briefly, greeted dogs, all out,<br />
husband on tractor in back, rode down hill accompanied by all dogs to<br />
tell him was back, (he said Ginger had followed him all day) fixed<br />
dogs food then went to church (Maundy Thursday), returned home<br />
(stopped to buy eggs for Ginger), dogs already fed and kenneled,<br />
brought Ginger in with me for evening meds, eggs, ground turkey soup,<br />
fed Damcat, husband and myself ... Ginger very feisty tonight, she's<br />
out turning on the motion lights for a second time ... ah, God is<br />
good, another wonderful day for my sweet red girl... thank you all for<br />
your prayers and support on our journey, dancing on ..... through<br />
another month, praise God.<br />
<span style="color: #888888;"><br />
--<br />
Mary Lou<br />
DB,Banshee,Ginger and Snoopy(dogs)<br />
Damcat<br />
Callie in spirit (04/90-06/07)<br />
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<a href="http://gingeroftheflyingears.blogspot.com/" target="_blank">http://gingeroftheflyingears.<wbr></wbr>blogspot.com/</a></span>Mary Louhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08246926155668417289noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2327560000955411424.post-80368265209676826162010-03-31T18:57:00.000-07:002010-03-31T18:57:07.899-07:00Wednesday March 31Beautiful sunshine, warm (80 degrees today) ... great AM run, Ginger very peppy (I'd put her green sweater on her last night as it went down to freezing, she burst out of the kennel before I could take it off and off she went, ears flying, tail high) went almost a complete circuit of the property, then jined us at the drainage pond ... treats for all, then back for meds, fed, kenneled and went to work ... had to go to dentist, also apparently have sinus infection that is making my teeth hurt, came home late afternoon, husband had gone into town and kenneled all, let out for run, waited for husband to return, then loaded all into van (except fr Mattie, who had joined us for the run), went to pharmacy for my meds, returned home after dark, fed, kenneled, let Ginger back in for evening meds ... she is bouncy, cheerful, keeps wanting to go outside and turn on all the motion lights ... another good day for my Ginger of the Flying Ears..... thanks be to God ... and thanks to all of you for your wonderful messages, candles and prayers ... one from last night I really like ' You just remember, it is your job to turn those motion lights on every night! Keep dancing to your music!"<br />
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-- <br />
Mary Lou<br />
DB,Banshee,Ginger and Snoopy(dogs)<br />
Damcat<br />
Callie in spirit (04/90-06/07)<br />
http://marylouandcompanions.blogspot.com/<br />
http://gingeroftheflyingears.blogspot.com/Mary Louhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08246926155668417289noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2327560000955411424.post-65882381700105392432010-03-30T19:06:00.001-07:002010-03-30T19:06:53.038-07:00Tuesday March 30Cooler,beautiful sparkling spring day ... let all out for AM run, Ginger runs happily from her kennel and around the shed, then down the side and joins us at bottom of hill, lively and cheerful today ... watch the horses playing in back, bucking and cavorting, ride through the still unmowed vetch (the purple weed) towards the now blooming pear trees, then back to trailer for AM meds, got food, fed and kenneled, greeted husband's worker , then off to work ... long day, hearing in Columbia, I am really tired ... got home and lay down but Ginger was having none of it, nuzzled me awake so I got into my work clothes, got clippers and headed out for more branch clipping, accompanied every step of the way by Ginger, the other dogs, including Mattie, coming and going between me and husband who is mowing on tractor (Snoopy rolling in the new mown grass and turning green) ... managed to slice up my arm on the branches, back to trailer for bandages, then husband manages to slice his finger up trying to get something unstuck on the tractor... back for more bandages ... nightfall, got food, feed and kennel all, bring Ginger back in for evening meds and scrambled egg ... she is still hungry, gave her greound turkey ... she settles for awhile on the porch with me, then runs out turning on all the motion lights ... back in for a good brushing.... ah, another good day for my sweet red girl!<br />
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Thank you for your continuing prayers and messages of support, Ginger and I are blessed to have your company on this journey...<br />
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Mary Lou<br />
DB,Banshee,Ginger and Snoopy(dogs)<br />
Damcat<br />
Callie in spirit (04/90-06/07)<br />
http://marylouandcompanions.blogspot.com/<br />
http://gingeroftheflyingears.blogspot.com/Mary Louhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08246926155668417289noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2327560000955411424.post-46748991483286520222010-03-29T17:37:00.000-07:002010-03-29T17:37:36.607-07:00March photos Ginger the day after her fever<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjNaoakOeNt62ItEnFBuqauksDu23SgIaSfpzGWKPyLVsNkzg4WkCJlseiP6mL2t2HzaiGynvi-MVH0sD5v_pHYvh9obe-SrjCR0Vh5_VSw3K7kBdhw_ylW_lN_ryoqbcZqCYvs6ZubJ08/s1600/Ginger-Mattie-porch.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjNaoakOeNt62ItEnFBuqauksDu23SgIaSfpzGWKPyLVsNkzg4WkCJlseiP6mL2t2HzaiGynvi-MVH0sD5v_pHYvh9obe-SrjCR0Vh5_VSw3K7kBdhw_ylW_lN_ryoqbcZqCYvs6ZubJ08/s320/Ginger-Mattie-porch.JPG" /></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhQlhwgMIdnFI8AYpaK7YCbOHgzkv7veKNdY3_Iwlx7tugv63gK-1u95plQFMW1_wZcwaWE2cYaXjDy-OgesNlYtD2i3AFB8G1ZgtYE1sVQvmyjPPT8tbpGLcye1tS5HakzXRT4QNSQCaM/s1600/32610015.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhQlhwgMIdnFI8AYpaK7YCbOHgzkv7veKNdY3_Iwlx7tugv63gK-1u95plQFMW1_wZcwaWE2cYaXjDy-OgesNlYtD2i3AFB8G1ZgtYE1sVQvmyjPPT8tbpGLcye1tS5HakzXRT4QNSQCaM/s320/32610015.JPG" /></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhsm-ZgSMdULSecq7BIkP-fv484_NT2StSVjnIcNjxFUVU10DQaiAelZ8wNLF-51FB6R65cOPFu59xCi9BxW3hmug2OdPXkS1VzpIBwvXaRIo9JPhyphenhyphenvu15ENIzUMxW_6VBnZPYcyUXO5H4/s1600/ML-all-porch.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhsm-ZgSMdULSecq7BIkP-fv484_NT2StSVjnIcNjxFUVU10DQaiAelZ8wNLF-51FB6R65cOPFu59xCi9BxW3hmug2OdPXkS1VzpIBwvXaRIo9JPhyphenhyphenvu15ENIzUMxW_6VBnZPYcyUXO5H4/s320/ML-all-porch.JPG" /></a></div>Mary Louhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08246926155668417289noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2327560000955411424.post-76275527987066348782010-03-28T17:55:00.000-07:002010-03-28T17:55:00.521-07:00Palm Sunday March 28Windy, cloudy, threatening skies all day ... Ginger came out of her kennel exuberantly, went for a brief run down the hill, watched the horses in back running back and forth, all animals seem unnerved by the wind (including me!) came back up, gave her meds, got food, fed and kenneled, went to church ... beautiful Palm Sunday service, several of Ginger's fan club (who don't have email) asked after her, was able to give them the good news ... return home, husband had let all out, Ginger inside ... very windy (even windier), took all for run to bottom of hill, she seemed tired so instead of doing the whole circuit came back up ... all dogs seem to be anxious to get into shelter from the wind ... Ginger inside, slept most of day (awakened for eggs, liver water, and ground turkey) ... mid afternoon husband out in back on tractor, DB and Banshee had gone with him, Snoopy on porch ... neighbor called with news there was a tornado warning ... ran out, jumped on mower and went to tell husband (DB, Banshee and Snoopy racing with me), back up hill, kenneled dogs, went inside, turn on TV ... and the warning was over. Let DB,Snoopy and Banshee out again, let Ginger out, mowed a little ... then fed and kenned for evening, let Ginger in for meds... she is eating with great gusto, but gets tired very fast (I think it's the antibiotics, she is on a high dosage of Baytril) and sleeping a lot ... but no fever. I will post some pictures on my blog and Facebook this evening ... including a charming picture of Ginger in her 'People find me irresistible' T shirt, with little Mattie (the neighbor dog) ... from yesterday.<br />
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Thank you all for your prayers and support for my sweet red girl, who is still dancing, a bit slower, but still dancing (and she just turned on the motion lights on 2 of the nearer buildings!) ... here are 2 of her candle messages from last night (I just love that virtual candle site, it is a wonderful blessing to be able to post and read the messages) ...'Tears in my eyes, a smile on my lips and sweet joy in my heart. What wonderful news ! Our red lady wins again.''For a beautiful red girl, may you have the strength and courage to continue your dance.'<br />
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Mary Lou<br />
DB,Banshee,Ginger and Snoopy(dogs)<br />
Damcat<br />
Callie in spirit (04/90-06/07)<br />
http://marylouandcompanions.blogspot.com/<br />
http://gingeroftheflyingears.blogspot.com/Mary Louhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08246926155668417289noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2327560000955411424.post-49991279459673508582010-03-27T17:02:00.001-07:002010-03-27T17:02:36.885-07:00PM Saturday March 27PM Update: After great news from vet, took other dogs on celebratory run around property (our AM run was short and the other girls seemed confused (where's Ginger) and sad ... I fed and kenneled them, then called vet, then went out and gave them the good news and we had a great run. Left to pick up Ginger ... running late as DB got in my car to go with me, got her out, she followed me to the gate ( I think she knew I was going to get Ginger and wanted to come), got out to open gate and DB back in car ... finally got her out and sped off ... and yes, it is possible to make the 40 minute drive in 30 minutes.. got to vet at exactly noon, walked in ... they let Ginger loose and she came runing to me, wriggling and happy as a puppy ... oh joy! The vet staff were crying too .... paid the bill (yikes) and brought Ginger home! She slept the whole way ... got home, let her out (had husband kennel other dogs so they wouldn't mob her) then took her inside for egg, liver water, and her yesterday meds she never got ... then let other dogs out to greet her. Walked around a bit, then took her back inside where she curled up and went to sleep ... and so did I ... I was exhausted. Fixed late lunch for husband (he let me sleep, bless him), he's better today, he and his workers were busy all day ... gave Ginger snack, took her out for brief run (just down the hill and back with the other dogs) ... little Mattie showed up ... Ginger is still tired, let her back in to sleep some more, and I laid down again (wow, I never sleep during the day)... back out for another brief run and a bit of mowing, then let Ginger back in, gave her another snack, fixed dog food... took some pictures on the porch (hopefully will post later), fed and kenneled, let Ginger back in for evening meds ... a good day for my sweet red girl, dancing again .... thank you all so very much for your beautiful messages and prayers last night ... here are a few to share ...'Tonight my heart aches as I read your update. I cried as I read about Ginger's crisis...and I pray 'Please God, give her the strength to fight this beast!!!' You & Sweet Ginger have become a part of my extended family....Love & Healing Hugs to you and Beautiful Ginger'.... 'I have lit a candle...to send guardian angels to watch over Ginger of the Flying ears!!!! Ginger-may God's hand touch you so you will bounce back better than ever. Fly on beautiful girl! Angels are sent to watch over you always'....'To Ginger, A red candle for our red lady. You keep dancing girl !!'....'I have lit a candle... and look forward every night to reading about Ginger's day. Dance on, Beautiful Ginger..everyone is praying for you.'.... Your support and love helped me (and Ginger) get through the night, and make it to this beautiful day ... God is indeed good, to have sent us such wonderful friends and supporters!<br />
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Mary Lou<br />
DB,Banshee,Ginger and Snoopy(dogs)<br />
Damcat<br />
Callie in spirit (04/90-06/07)<br />
http://marylouandcompanions.blogspot.com/<br />
http://gingeroftheflyingears.blogspot.com/Mary Louhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08246926155668417289noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2327560000955411424.post-16422705253624855062010-03-27T07:15:00.001-07:002010-03-27T07:15:42.683-07:00AM Saturday March 27Called vet , her temp has gone down to 102, she is eating, barking (I heard her in the background!!) running around, vet said she'd eaten everything they put in front of her and wants more .... God be praised!!!! I will pick her up at noon (they close at moom) so se can finish the bag of fluid, bring her HOME on oral antibiotics .... <br />
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Thank you for your prayers through the night! God is good, my sweet red girl is still dancing !!!<br />
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Mary Lou<br />
DB,Banshee,Ginger and Snoopy(dogs)<br />
Damcat<br />
Callie in spirit (04/90-06/07)<br />
http://marylouandcompanions.blogspot.com/<br />
http://gingeroftheflyingears.blogspot.com/Mary Louhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08246926155668417289noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2327560000955411424.post-42688218702484166322010-03-26T17:41:00.000-07:002010-03-26T17:41:26.106-07:00Friday March 26AM update: Ginger is not doing well this AM. Went to kennels, she was still in her house instead of at the door. She came out, let other dogs out, she did not run off down the hill, she is quivering again, she followed me down the hill, and did eat 1 treat. I took dogs back up and fed and kenneled. Ginger ate a little bit of breakfast. I am alone here, my husband took workers into town, he should be back soon. I am taking Ginger to the vet, I am so afraid, this is exactly what happened when she first got sick, one day she was fine the next she wouldnt eat. And the quivering, I know thats a sign of pain. Oh my sweet brave red girl. <br />
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Evening update: Got to vet about 10 AM. First I called and they said call the oncologist so I called and they said take her in for bloodwork and exam and have it FAXed. Was at local vet all day. Ginger shivering uncontrollably, constant tremors. She had a fever of 104 when we got there. They drew blood and gave her back to me, we walked around outside as she shivered less when moving. They said the shiivering was the fever, not pain as she did not flinch from any touching. Whe I brought her inside I wet paper towels and put o her belly which seemed to give some relief. (Oh I wish I'd thought to take her temp last night, it didn't even occur to me ....) Bloodwork only showed elevated liver enzymes, calcium and renal OK. WBC OK. Took Xrays of chest as her breathing was labored, and abdomen. FAXed all to oncologist. Local vet showed me Xrays, lymph nodes in chest OK, no fluid in lungs, abdominal lymph nodes enlarged but no more than before. By this point her fever was 105, put her on IV fluids and antibiotics until heard back from oncologist. Then took husband to chiropractor his back is severely out, he fell backwards yesterday evening (long story, was dragging a 90 lb bag of dirt and tripped backwards over a cement block). Ate sandwich. Got call from oncologist he had looked at bloodwork, his feeling was two possibilities that could cause the fever, could be the lymph nodes have turned necrotic (apparently if lymph nodes are enlarged like this the blood doesnt flow through them and they decay from the inside), or, there is a secondary bacterial infection that doesnt show on bloodwork (he said it is possible for infection not to show on blodwork if it is localized or if it is recent), only possible thing to do is try the IV fluid and antibiotics and see if her fever comes down. He said the shivering was fever, not pain, as she didnt show indications of pain (pawing-licking at her side, or reacting to palpation) Back to local vet, discussed with him he had also talked to oncologist. Decided to leave Ginger at vet overnight to continue IV fluids and antibiotics. Local vet did say I could take her home, as they don't do IVs past 6 PM, but they do have someone check the animals every 2 hours overnight, and if she got a shivering spell again they could give her a shot of sedative , which I couldnt do at home . She was more comfortable when I left around 5, not shaking all over at least, barely recognized me and husband, but finally wagged her tail, but fever had not gone down. I HATED leaving her there but thought it'd be best for her . In AM if fever comes down it possibly is infection and I'd then keep up the IVs. If not, then its the cancer turned necrotic and thats the end of the road. Thank you for your prayers and support during the day, I was away from my computer so I got them this evening when I got home (after I took te other dogs who had been kenneled all day for a run and fed and kenneled them again) and I know that your prayers kept me AND Ginger going through this difficult day .... and it was a great blessing to come home and read your messages ....<br />
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Mary Lou<br />
DB,Banshee,Ginger and Snoopy(dogs)<br />
Damcat<br />
Callie in spirit (04/90-06/07)<br />
http://marylouandcompanions.blogspot.com/<br />
http://gingeroftheflyingears.blogspot.com/Mary Louhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08246926155668417289noreply@blogger.com0