My 7 Yrs old has cancer
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butlersmom
Super Boxer
Rocky's Mom
I'm Cheryl; just re-joined today. Well, yesteday now. I'm so sorry you're going through this. Cancer is the worst word I've ever heard. I lost my boxer girl, Scarlett, to cancer (MCT's) nearly 4 years ago. Not a day goes by that I don't think of her. And everytime I read of someone elses boxer with cancer, I cry for that person, and for the loss of my Scarlett. Everyone is right; you will know when the time to say good-bye comes. Rocky will tell you, I promise.
When Scarlett first got sick, I swore I'd never have another boxer. I was hurting so bad. But then after I lost her, I couldn't stand the thought of my home without a boxer in it. Butler will be 4 on the 4th of July, and I honestly believe Scarlett led me to him. He helped me to heal.
Rocky will always be with you. I still feel Scarlett;especially when I'm sick. I actually thought Butler had brushed against my leg one day while I was sleeping. When I opened my eyes, he was sleeping, too. I know that it was Scarlett just letting me know she was there.
You will get through this. It will be hard. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family as you face the days ahead.
I'm Cheryl; just re-joined today. Well, yesteday now. I'm so sorry you're going through this. Cancer is the worst word I've ever heard. I lost my boxer girl, Scarlett, to cancer (MCT's) nearly 4 years ago. Not a day goes by that I don't think of her. And everytime I read of someone elses boxer with cancer, I cry for that person, and for the loss of my Scarlett. Everyone is right; you will know when the time to say good-bye comes. Rocky will tell you, I promise.
When Scarlett first got sick, I swore I'd never have another boxer. I was hurting so bad. But then after I lost her, I couldn't stand the thought of my home without a boxer in it. Butler will be 4 on the 4th of July, and I honestly believe Scarlett led me to him. He helped me to heal.
Rocky will always be with you. I still feel Scarlett;especially when I'm sick. I actually thought Butler had brushed against my leg one day while I was sleeping. When I opened my eyes, he was sleeping, too. I know that it was Scarlett just letting me know she was there.
You will get through this. It will be hard. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family as you face the days ahead.
Donna1969
Boxer Insane
Rocky's-Mom said:
Oh sweetie, wish I could do something for you. I know EXACTLY how you feel! I promise you I do. I know its hard when you see them not having a good day, it kind of ruins all the good days that were previous and coming. But he'll have good days and bad ones. Its too bad its the bad ones that we seem to keep with us.
How is he today? How are YOU today?
Rocky's-Mom
Super Boxer
Thanks to all
I read all your post and I know it was no easier for you than myself....I know you know EXACTLY what I am feeling and you know even more than I do...you've been there thru the whole duration. I know I will make it but it but it is sooooo hard. Boxers steal your heart and that's all I can say....thanks girls for all your support. I know your life is empty because you have lost your beloved boxer and here I am still with mine getting all those wiggles, mussy kisses and snuggles but yet my heart is sad. If you've never loved a boxer you haven't lived...Rocky & Mom
I read all your post and I know it was no easier for you than myself....I know you know EXACTLY what I am feeling and you know even more than I do...you've been there thru the whole duration. I know I will make it but it but it is sooooo hard. Boxers steal your heart and that's all I can say....thanks girls for all your support. I know your life is empty because you have lost your beloved boxer and here I am still with mine getting all those wiggles, mussy kisses and snuggles but yet my heart is sad. If you've never loved a boxer you haven't lived...Rocky & Mom
boxer2boxer
Boxer Pal
we lost our first baby at 9
My heartfelt sorry goes out to you. We lost our first Boxer, Nikita, Christmas2003 to cancer. She had it all over by the time she showed any symptoms and her health got so bad that we let her go so she didn't have to suffer anymore. She was so special to us that even now I'm getting teary eyed and sad. Do what you feel is right, even if it's hard to do......
My heartfelt sorry goes out to you. We lost our first Boxer, Nikita, Christmas2003 to cancer. She had it all over by the time she showed any symptoms and her health got so bad that we let her go so she didn't have to suffer anymore. She was so special to us that even now I'm getting teary eyed and sad. Do what you feel is right, even if it's hard to do......
Gin&Dex
Super Boxer
Hey Vicky!
After a few days of battling "the flu" (I think it was the flu), I finally feel like myself again, so I can type more today!
I'm so sorry you're feeling down again. I wish I could give you a hug. I wish I could say something to make it better.... Those days of feeling bad and feeling good will come and go. They really will. I went through it too. Some days I felt "fired up" and strong about fighting this cancer, some days I just felt just ok, and others I felt a panic, like it was all about to end right in front of me, at that second. But it didn't. As hard as it is, I had to convince myself NOT to check the size of Ginger's tumor everyday. I'd check it in the morning, again at lunch, and several times during the evening... and at times I thought I was losing my mind... it seemed smaller, it seemed bigger, it seemed hot, it seemed cold, it seemed red....
So I decided that I wouldn't check it so often. So I checked it every other day... as badly as I wanted to look at it (on the "off" days), I didn't... unless she gave me a good reason to. She too, got to where she wouldn't put any weight on it, so I would only look at it if she wimpered or didn't act like herself or acted like she was in pain.... I only looked at it on our off days if she acted "different". It helped ease my emotions a little bit. And she DID let me know when I SHOULD look at it.
I know they are different types of cancers (Rocky's and Ginger's) but so similar. I wish I could say or do something more to help you. But you too, WILL make it through. You will. I NEVER thought I would, but I did... Ginger and Dexter were my first boxer babies, and they were/are my CHILDREN!! I wasn't even sure I could handle being with her when she went to the bridge, but when the time came... there was no way I would let her go alone. So I held her in my lap, talked to her, and looked into her eyes as she took her last breath. I never thought I could be that strong, but looking back, it was a beautiful moment. It was hard, but she asked me for a gift, and I was there to give it to her and to hold her as she went to the bridge. My voice was the last she heard, my touch was the last she felt, my face was the last she saw... and I know she was at peace and in no pain. And I know she thanked me for it.
I don't mean to bring things down, but it really was a beautiful, peaceful thing... and Ginger let me know when she was ready for it. Rocky will let you know too. So until he does, and he will, try to stay strong. Both of you will have good days and bad days, and that's ok, but try not to dwell on them. Stay positive ... you will make it through this. We are here for you!!
BIG HUGS to you and Rocky!
After a few days of battling "the flu" (I think it was the flu), I finally feel like myself again, so I can type more today!
I'm so sorry you're feeling down again. I wish I could give you a hug. I wish I could say something to make it better.... Those days of feeling bad and feeling good will come and go. They really will. I went through it too. Some days I felt "fired up" and strong about fighting this cancer, some days I just felt just ok, and others I felt a panic, like it was all about to end right in front of me, at that second. But it didn't. As hard as it is, I had to convince myself NOT to check the size of Ginger's tumor everyday. I'd check it in the morning, again at lunch, and several times during the evening... and at times I thought I was losing my mind... it seemed smaller, it seemed bigger, it seemed hot, it seemed cold, it seemed red....
So I decided that I wouldn't check it so often. So I checked it every other day... as badly as I wanted to look at it (on the "off" days), I didn't... unless she gave me a good reason to. She too, got to where she wouldn't put any weight on it, so I would only look at it if she wimpered or didn't act like herself or acted like she was in pain.... I only looked at it on our off days if she acted "different". It helped ease my emotions a little bit. And she DID let me know when I SHOULD look at it.
I know they are different types of cancers (Rocky's and Ginger's) but so similar. I wish I could say or do something more to help you. But you too, WILL make it through. You will. I NEVER thought I would, but I did... Ginger and Dexter were my first boxer babies, and they were/are my CHILDREN!! I wasn't even sure I could handle being with her when she went to the bridge, but when the time came... there was no way I would let her go alone. So I held her in my lap, talked to her, and looked into her eyes as she took her last breath. I never thought I could be that strong, but looking back, it was a beautiful moment. It was hard, but she asked me for a gift, and I was there to give it to her and to hold her as she went to the bridge. My voice was the last she heard, my touch was the last she felt, my face was the last she saw... and I know she was at peace and in no pain. And I know she thanked me for it.
I don't mean to bring things down, but it really was a beautiful, peaceful thing... and Ginger let me know when she was ready for it. Rocky will let you know too. So until he does, and he will, try to stay strong. Both of you will have good days and bad days, and that's ok, but try not to dwell on them. Stay positive ... you will make it through this. We are here for you!!
BIG HUGS to you and Rocky!
Rocky's-Mom
Super Boxer
I know God gives us the strength when we need it and I know your words are so true but just seeing him and knowing that he will be leaving me is so hard but I know you are right....since we have been drawn to each Melanie & Donna I almost feel like Ginger and Blizzy will be waiting for Rocky...I have thought of this several times and it gives me comfort. Thanks for your continued love and support and yes I am crying....Rocky & Mom
BoxerK-Nine
Boxer Buddy
Rocky's-Mom
Barron and our family will pray for your baby and your family. I can understand your grief/pain, Barron had a MCT taken off of him a little over week ago and I've lost family members to Cancer. Cancer isn't something I like to talk about...it's something I'd like to seen wiped out for good. I really hate it!
{{{Sending plenty wiggles/prayers your way from Barron to your baby and you, from us all}}}.
Barron and our family will pray for your baby and your family. I can understand your grief/pain, Barron had a MCT taken off of him a little over week ago and I've lost family members to Cancer. Cancer isn't something I like to talk about...it's something I'd like to seen wiped out for good. I really hate it!
{{{Sending plenty wiggles/prayers your way from Barron to your baby and you, from us all}}}.
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