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Thursday, March 31, 2011

Not Sure What to Title This

I don’t know where to start or what to say. I hoped I wouldn’t be writing a post such as this for a very long time.

My heart is broken.
I can’t stop crying.
My eyes are puffy and red and my head feels like it’s in some type of medieval crushing vice.

Last night we had to put Parker (our dog) to sleep.

I hope it gets easer but now all I can think about is the loss.

The loss of my best friend
The loss of my shadow
The loss of my furry co-worker 
The loss of my court jester
The loss of my constant companion
The loss of my teddy bear

Parker was more than a dog to us. He was a part of our lives for 10 years. He was part of our family and loved by all who knew him.

I know the pain will lighten and I will soon be able to remember all the enduring qualities Parker had with joy but for now I’m ridden with sorrow and devastated over the loss.

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My Favorite Parker Posts……
-Take Your Dog to Work Day: HERE 
-Parker Loves to Open Gifts: HERE

Parker’s Health Posts…….
-Sad Day at the Vet: HERE
-He’s Back: HERE

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33 comments:

  1. UnknownMarch 31, 2011 at 9:14 AM

    Oh Kendra, I'm so sorry... I've enjoyed reading about him and it was apparent how much you guys loved him.

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  2. Jon, Erin and RileyMarch 31, 2011 at 9:16 AM

    I'm so sorry to hear about your dog. :(

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  3. TraciMarch 31, 2011 at 9:25 AM

    I'm so so sorry. I know how awful you feel.

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  4. Jenn-NealMarch 31, 2011 at 9:35 AM

    I'm SO sorry for your loss! I'll pray for your comfort. Parker was a beautiful and obviously sweet friend.

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  5. KrisMarch 31, 2011 at 9:38 AM

    Oh Kendra, I am so sorry to hear this. May your years of joy with him carry you through the pain of losing him.
    Hugs,
    Kris

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  6. Mrs. KatMarch 31, 2011 at 9:51 AM

    Losing a pet can be devastating. I'm so sorry Kendra for your loss.

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  7. Puddles Piles and Skid MarksMarch 31, 2011 at 10:34 AM

    So sorry about you loss. We have a Pomeranian named Chloe and she is 13. She is a part of our family and I am not looking forward to the day when she is gone. Your little Parker was a lucky little dog to be able to live out his life with two people that treated him so well. My thoughts and prayer are with you.

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  8. CgalMarch 31, 2011 at 10:38 AM

    Kendra, so sorry for your loss! I had to have my cat that I've had since '95 put to sleep a lil over a week ago. When I pass by "her" room I still look for her lying on her fluffy bed. I haven't had the strength to remove her stuff yet. My only savior has been my other furrball...Chuey (pom/14yrs). Once he's gone TX may have a massive flood from all the tears. Hang in there!

    Big Hugs sent your way!
    ~Colleen

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  9. JenniferMarch 31, 2011 at 10:58 AM

    I'm so sorry :(. My dog (& bff) passed away four years ago... I had her from the ages of 10 to 24. It was heartbreaking and I didn't get out of bed for 2 days. I hope that your pain eases soon.

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  10. AmberMarch 31, 2011 at 1:27 PM

    Girl, I am so sorry! They become like our children, and parts of our family. Sorry for your loss. I'll pray that it gets easier soon for you. <3

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  11. Barillafab4.blogspot.comMarch 31, 2011 at 1:29 PM

    oh honey I am so sorry :( Doggies are like kids before you have kids..and even after you have kids they are your 1st kids...we had to put our dog of 12 years to sleep last summer and it was so hard :( It does get easier but there are still days we think of her or my daughters will ask about her...Hang in there & big {{{HUGS}}}

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  12. LindsayMarch 31, 2011 at 2:09 PM

    This breaks my heart. Animals become such a BIG part of your family. THINKING of you girl! HUGS

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  13. TLFMarch 31, 2011 at 2:22 PM

    I am so, so sorry!! I've been trying to avoid this myself this past week. I've paid nearly $1,000 in vet bills trying to save my Pom-- my heart breaks for you!! Hugs & Love!!

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  14. Amy and KyleMarch 31, 2011 at 2:36 PM

    This made me so sad :( I am so sorry to hear about your sweet dog! Thinking about you!

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  15. TiffanieMarch 31, 2011 at 3:16 PM

    Oh Kendra I am so sorry for your loss. I hope you hold on to all of those great memories of your beloved shadow. If there is anything I can do for you let me know.

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  16. RamseyMarch 31, 2011 at 3:45 PM

    Oh my gosh! I was so afraid when I saw this post in my reader that this is what it would be about. I teared up reading it. I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your sweetheart. It is beyond hard to lose a pet, especially one that is just as much human as it is dog. Praying for you! Much love and support sent your way. Hugs!

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  17. Jenny @ BoxandbMarch 31, 2011 at 4:45 PM

    I am so sorry for the loss of your dear Parker. My heart is breaking for you...wish I had the right words to make the pain go away. Many thoughts and prayers for you!

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  18. AngelaMarch 31, 2011 at 7:12 PM

    I am so very sorry. I understand your pain all too well. I'll be praying.

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  19. jengirl75March 31, 2011 at 7:18 PM

    Oh no! I can't believe this. I am so very sorry for your loss. This is so sad. My thoughts and prayer are going out to you and your family.

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  20. Melissa SearleMarch 31, 2011 at 8:21 PM

    I am so so sorry Kendra, :( It is hard losing a pet. :( Thinking of you, and hoping you feel a little better soon. Cling to your special memories of your precious pet.xx

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  21. AGMarch 31, 2011 at 9:02 PM

    I'm so sorry for your loss. I'm going to hug my cats a little tighter tonight in honor of Parker.

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  22. Amanda @ Serenity NowMarch 31, 2011 at 9:58 PM

    Kendra, I am so sorry for your loss of sweet Parker. Sending hugs and prayers your way!

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  23. Alicia {Murry Mayhem}March 31, 2011 at 11:12 PM

    Oh girl, I'm so, so sorry! We had to put my Daisy Mae down about a month ago. It's heartbreaking and I'm so sorry you have to go through this. They become so much more than a pet, and it makes it so unbearably hard when we lose them. Thinking of you!

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  24. BuckeroomamaApril 1, 2011 at 1:17 AM

    I am so sorry for your loss. {{hugs}}

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  25. KristenApril 1, 2011 at 1:50 AM

    I am so very sorry for your loss. I have 4 little pups of my own all within a year of the same age and I dread the day I lose any of them :(. I know Parker had the absolute best life with you and I'm sure when he left this world his heart was so full of love. *big hugs* going out to you <3

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  26. BrittneyApril 1, 2011 at 12:26 PM

    Awww!!! I'm so sorry!!! This is so sad!! <3

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  27. Nicole JoyApril 1, 2011 at 4:18 PM

    So very sorry for the loss of Parker. I hope your heart always cherishes the memories you have wit him.

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  28. DenissaApril 1, 2011 at 10:25 PM

    I'm so sorry Kendra! :( Hugs..

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  29. EmApril 2, 2011 at 2:56 PM

    Oh Sweets, I'm so sorry for your loss of little Parker. Our furry friends are family to us too. About a year ago we had to put our sweet golden retriever, Lexi, down. That was so difficult. Thinking of you and sending you hugs and warm thoughts from Iowa.

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  30. -G-April 3, 2011 at 8:40 PM

    Oh my goodness, I am so sorry to hear this, Kendra. I just can't imagine. Hang in there. I'm thinking of you all.

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  31. ReenieApril 4, 2011 at 3:36 PM

    I'm so sorry....I know it's one of the hardest things I had to do when I had to put my cat to sleep.

    Hugs

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  32. Emily {Frilly Details}April 6, 2011 at 9:29 AM

    Oh Kendra, I'm so sorry. I have tears in my eyes after reading this post. My heart breaks for you. Parker was so lucky to have you as his mom.

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  33. Honey I'm Home BlogApril 21, 2011 at 12:08 AM

    I'm such a dog lover & what a cute pup Parker was. Remember all good dogs go to heaven. (I really believe that!)

    Warmly, Michelle

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