My 7 Yrs old has cancer

[LaurieD]

You are all the greatest!

I too just have to say reading your posts just fills my heart up! Many times I read everyone's post but do not reply. You are all saying exactly what is in my heart and I am so comforted since I also lost my Boxer less than two weeks ago. You are all the greatest and we can get through these tough times together! This is the best line I read all day -

I will always have a Boxer in my life... I may take some time in between, but I cannot live without these guys! They are the best!!

 

[Rocky's-Mom]

To the last two post

Thanks for keep us in your thought. It's one of the most difficult things I have faced in my 54 yrs. I lost my dad to cancer in 1998 and I didn't think I could ever give him up but God walked me right thru it just like he will when the times comes for Rocky...crying got to go....first time today...thanks everyone....God bless---Rocky & Mom

 

[CinnamonDog]

Rocky is so beautiful! I feel for you and your family. I wish you did not have to go through this. I will keep you in my prayers.

 

[Gin&Dex]

My avatar... Ginger!

Well Vicky, you have inspired me to figure out this avatar thing! Mine is one of my girl Ginger! It's not a great picture, but it is one of the last ones I have of her.

A couple of things.... first, you are right, I find myself thinking that all Boxers are handsome or beautiful in some way! I just can't help it!! I love them all! They all have that special *spark* in their eyes that I can't resist! Second, thanks for sharing that Rocky filled your empty nest when your son left for college. I understand, now, that it is so much harder for you to deal with this. Rocky has a VERY special place in your heart, and he is a VERY special pup!!

Vicky, you remind me of my mom, in a way. She is only a few years older than you (I'm 31). She lost her boxer (Buster or "Bubba") in August of 2004 to cancer, also at 7 years old. He was one of those extra special boxers, just like Rocky. My mom got Buster when she was going through some trying times. Losing him was very hard on her, but we all got through it together. So, what I'm trying to say, is I will not leave you to go through this alone (there are a bunch of us that won't). I may not have replys as quick as I would like (they are pretty strict at work!)... but I will always be here for you!

Everything will be ok... and really, you're doing just fine! Don't worry about those crying spells! Be strong for Rocky, but cry if you need to ! You have our shoulders..... and our hearts!

May God send you a special blessing tonight!!!

 

[Donna1969]

Awww its Ginger!

So nice to be able to put a face to a name..so precious ande beautiful in their own special and unique way.

Nope, Vickie, you are NOT alone in this! You have at the very least Gin&Dex (Melanie?). My shoulders are small but they are strong enough to hold that head should you need it. Although its all through thoughts and not an actual physical shoulder..its yours as much and for as long as you need it.

And don't feel so bad about those crying jags..I had a few yesterday and a couple today. But I am ok now. And I know my girl is happy, healthy, and waiting patiently to greet me at the gates.

 

[Rocky's-Mom]

Rough night

We were up and down ALL night he just couldn't get comfortable...I rubbed and sweet talked Rocky all night. I'm proud of you Melanie...posting Ginger's picture. I didn't think I did it right and I was surprized to see Rocky's picture on there. Donna thanks for the shoulder...I know you both know what it's like but I am sure it's like reliving it all over agin thru someone else but it is so comforting. I told my husband how great this place was. I will join you both in helping others and when we raise our next boxers (when ever that might be) we'll do it with joy and most precious memories of how we got to that point. We love you Rocky & Mom

PS No tears so far today but of course I am home watching him every minute!!!

 

[Net45582]

RockysMom

..you're doing better than me with the tears today....but I'm doing my best to hold them back until the girls are asleep which is sporatic today.....saying lots of prayers and asking for lots of courage and wisdom from upon for all of our "children" today.
Hugs,kisses and crossed paws
Wanda,Kiddo & Chancey

 

[Rocky's-Mom]

For Wanda

Tears seem to ease my pain when nothing else works so I just cry when I need to cry and be brave when ever I can (which isn't too often) Rocky is outside watching his dad do the poop pickup and barking. It's hard to believe that this cancer will soon take that all away...your in my thoughts and prayers.....we will make it and be better people because we have loved and been loved by boxers.....Vicky

 

[Gin&Dex]

Hey Vicky,

I'm sorry you guys had a rough night! I was hoping you'd have a good, peaceful night! Hopefully you will tonight....

You said something about how sharing our stories must be like reliving it through someone else. Well, I want you to know that's not entirely true. Sure, we do go back and think about the things we went through, but it doesn't hurt. It's like you said earlier, some of the people you work with understand and some don't. Well, here we ALL understand. We will never tell you "it's just a dog" or "go get another dog" or "just get over it"... we know it's not that easy, and we know what REAL LOVE is (the love of a boxer)!! That is the great thing about Boxerworld! Even if someone here hasn't experienced something, they all sympathize with you! And really, it helps us to help you... even if we do nothing but TYPE words, it helps.

I really hope you have a peaceful night tonight! I hope you and Rocky and Tobey rest well!

BIG HUGS!!

 

[Rocky's-Mom]

Rocky had a great weekend and we slept better last night than we have been. I think it has alot to do with me being home and he follows me around and he's tired at the end of the day. Since he has been sick he has to stay in because I am afraid he will hurt his leg. We have a large fenced in backyard and a shop which is heated and cooled and of course they have a bed in there and tv on so they can roam while I am at work but the doggie door scares me not to mention if he sees a squirrel and goes running after it. Two days in a row without crying....your prayers are working....good night all Rocky and Mom