I'm not posting a walk video today because I didn't take one. I should have. I could have, but my sadness kept me from walking out the front door this morning.
Hubby arrived home from the office yesterday evening early. His ballgame had been cancelled due to the immature nature of some of the men on his team who just decided not to show up. He's tired of baby-sitting grown men and this season's games may be over early due to Hubby and the coach (the more mature men on the team) being tired of holding the hands of the team. It's worn them down.
He walked in the door knowing the difficult day I had both on a emotional as well as physical level seeing to Missy's needs and having come to the decision to let her go. Her life was no longer fun. My life revolved around getting her slid out the front door to the porch and then lifting her, sliding her, boosting her hips, holding her upright so she could eat and drink. He helped me with assisting Missy when he was home, but she had become, and I'm sad to say this.... her 100 lb. body had become an increasing burden to me. I could hear the crunching of her bony hips each time I lifted her to a standing position and even though she never, ever cried out in pain, we knew... we knew she HAD to be in pain.
Hubby walked in the door last night and asked if I wanted pizza. "Well, THAT would completely blow my diet, but let's go," I said.
"I just thought you could use some comfort food tonite", he said. We know one another's needs like a book.
And so it was that I blew my diet. TOTALLY blew it last night and today is not progressing any better in the way of staying away from the bad carbs. I am expecting that any weight loss I had hoped for this week is entirely out the window. Pffttt.
A sweet life is gone from this home and diet be damned for a day or two.
And besides..... I've got carrots coming out my nose.
Di
The Blue Ridge Gal
(THANK YOU to each and every one of you for your kind words of condolences on the loss of our Missy Girl. She LOVED carrots by the way.)
18 Of The Groovy People Said:
I see that you still have your quirky sense of humor. I am sorry that your buddy is gone. I am sure you have lots and lots of memories that will bring you some peace.
I am sorry to hear about your sweet dog. My heart goes out to you and your husband.
Hugs,
Penny
I'm so sorry for your loss. We lost one of our cats this year and understand your pain.
Hugs,
Cathie
Oh, I'm very sorry for the loss of your beloved Missy. She is no longer in pain, and that is a blessing for her.
be well,
glenda
Sometimes the heart needs a little bandaid called comfort food. You didn't blow the diet, you just took a break for a little bit. Hugs for you and your household. Those dang pets can sure worm their way into your heart, can't they?
Oh, Di. I just heard. I'm so sorry for your loss. She was such a good dog. And leave it to you to take your grief and stick carrots up your nose. Big hugs, my friend.
My condolences on your loss...I love furry friends, and know how hard it is to be the decision maker.
Comfort food does help! Hope you have more today..mine is meatloaf, mashed potatoes and peas..always.
Lots of carbs are entirely necessary today and for a few more to come!!!
The picture of you with carrots in your nose reminds me of friends who put candy corn in their nose. Same effect .. looks really funny!
Aww, that photo of your two sweet dog companions on the sofa looking out the window brought tears to my eyes. Reminds me of my Dudley and his companion dog, Wendy, who we lost two days after Christmas. It still hurts! We got a new dog, but I know Dudley and I both still miss her. So sorry for your loss!
I'm late with my condolences, but please know I feel your pain and know it all too well. Bless your heart for taking such good care of her right up to the end. What a loving and blessed life she had!
Our two pooches love baby carrots too. As do the donkeys of course ;) The dogs also go crazy over frozen green beans. Who'd a thunk? That is really cute picture. You'll be back on your game with the healthy lifestyle in no time :) Hugs, Tammy
I am so sorry about your dog. That does make for some sad and bad days. Your husband was a sweetie to take you out for some pizza. And I am glad to see you still have your sense of humor. ;)
One day isn't going to blow all your hard work to kingdom come!
Was there salad dressing on those carrots? Low call, I hope! :)
Should be 'low cal'!! Sheesh!
Di, I'm so so sorry to hear about the loss of Missy! I've been dealing with my own problems, and almost didn't see this...I'm so glad I Connie told me.
I know you and your husband gave Missy a wonderful life and she was blessed to have had you both!
Kat
We stopped by to see how Missy was doing - so sorry.
You loved Missy to the end - she knew you would look after her and you did.
It is soooo very hard!
You deserve your comfort food.....diet later.
Best wishes
Vanessa x (human end of M & B)
Oh my gosh! I missed this post some how. I'm sooo sorry! (((HUGS))) to you.
You have a great sense of silly... even when the going is tough.
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