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Herckleperckle
Member
11-20-2003
| Wednesday, January 19, 2005 - 3:30 pm
Oh, I am crying here with you, Jen. It reminds me so much of what we went through with a beloved dog from 20 years ago. We buried him under a dogwood tree. I know exactly how you feel, and I view our Herc as a member of the family, as does my dh. My Herc is my baby! Our lives have been so enriched by having dogs with us. Hugs and love to you, Sweetie. Would it help you to post a picture of your Corky here? We'd love to see him. Try to remember that he had a beautiful, long life and that you gave him that (small repayment I'm sure you'll say for all he gave you). My heart is with you, Sweetie.
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Julieboo
Member
02-05-2002
| Wednesday, January 19, 2005 - 3:36 pm
(((JEN)))
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Vee
Member
02-23-2004
| Wednesday, January 19, 2005 - 3:41 pm
Jen, thank you for sharing your story of Corky with us. It is wonderful that you honored your beloved pet and yourselves by providing a memorial and a place of rest right in your own backyard. I don't have a dog, but I know that a pet is a precious gift and I am glad that you had Corky for 16 wonderful years.
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Vacanick
Member
07-12-2004
| Wednesday, January 19, 2005 - 3:47 pm
Jen, thank you for sharing your story of Corky with us. I am so sorry for your loss but how wonderful that you had Corky for 16 wonderful years! He was obviously very much loved!
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Landi
Member
07-29-2002
| Wednesday, January 19, 2005 - 3:49 pm
big hugs to you jen in this time of your loss. i know how hard it is to lose a member of your family. prayers are with you and mr.havins
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Whoami
Member
08-03-2001
| Wednesday, January 19, 2005 - 3:59 pm
{{{{Jen & Mrhavins}}}} I truly can't see through my own tears right now to even know what I'm typing. Just know we are all here with you.
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Kstme
Member
08-14-2000
| Wednesday, January 19, 2005 - 4:39 pm
{{{{{Jen & MrHavins}}}}}} Our animals ARE people and we grieve for them in the same way. Nothing wrong with than Jen. I am so sorry about Corky.
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Kstme
Member
08-14-2000
| Wednesday, January 19, 2005 - 4:40 pm
I feel kind of bad...I came here to post a couple of new pics of Cami. I hope that's okay...

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Kstme
Member
08-14-2000
| Wednesday, January 19, 2005 - 4:42 pm

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Ophiliasgrandma
Member
09-04-2001
| Wednesday, January 19, 2005 - 4:48 pm
What a honey!
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Vacanick
Member
07-12-2004
| Wednesday, January 19, 2005 - 4:59 pm
Cami is just beautiful!
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Vacanick
Member
07-12-2004
| Wednesday, January 19, 2005 - 5:02 pm
Here is a picture of my Maggie May in her winter sweater. She's my 1 1/2 year old silky.

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Herckleperckle
Member
11-20-2003
| Wednesday, January 19, 2005 - 5:02 pm
She is so sweet, Kstme!
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Herckleperckle
Member
11-20-2003
| Wednesday, January 19, 2005 - 5:04 pm
Aw Nic, Maggie is adorable!
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Kstme
Member
08-14-2000
| Wednesday, January 19, 2005 - 6:05 pm
Vacanick...LOL Talk about stylish!!! Maggie is a darling!!
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Yankee_in_ca
Member
08-01-2000
| Wednesday, January 19, 2005 - 6:06 pm
Jen, my heart is sincerely going out to you and your family.
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Jenhavins
Member
08-23-2000
| Wednesday, January 19, 2005 - 6:26 pm
Thank you so much for your kind words! I was crying when I typed it and I am tearing up now. I have pics, but don't have a scanner and don't have any on our digital camera or on the puter. I will see if my dad has some this weekend. Kstme and Vacanick...love the pics! Kami is just as cute as can be and Maggie May looks like a sweetheart just waiting to to stir up some trouble in her sweater! It certainly did brighten up my day to see the pictures! Thanks for posting them. I knew if I came here were everyone is just so kind that I could share my loss and feel the healing process with such a caring group! Thank you so very much for your heartfelt words. It really means alot to me.
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Jenhavins
Member
08-23-2000
| Wednesday, January 19, 2005 - 6:42 pm
Herkle...we spent 2 hours picking out a spot to place him. Actually, Mrhavins picked it out and put so much thought into it. He had never had to bury an animal so it seemed so hard for him...I got home today and he was planting grass seed and raking the ground and crying. He has been such a trooper. There is such an unconditional love from a household pet...they just want to be loved, and I am sure Herc is a lucky lucky doggie. I have a friend that runs a rescue shelter and it is so sad when she tells me stories of dogs that come from battered homes. We donate to the shelter because it a.)makes me feel better as a human being and b.)to make sure the animals find the loving families they deserve. Not all are from unloving homes, but the ones that have been on the receiving end of neglecting parents deserve so much better. Every sheltered animal deserves a loving home in which to thrive in, and when we are ready, that is where we will go.
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Jasper
Member
09-14-2000
| Wednesday, January 19, 2005 - 7:16 pm
Big hugs Jen, I know how you feel.
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Vacanick
Member
07-12-2004
| Wednesday, January 19, 2005 - 7:58 pm
Jen, I read in your profile that you also have Lola your black lab. How is she handling this? I have a 17 year old cat that I just adore but I know that the day is coming. I'm trying to prepare both myself and my son by talking about it. But I don't think you can ever really prepare for when they actually go. I'm sorry about your Corky.
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Jenhavins
Member
08-23-2000
| Wednesday, January 19, 2005 - 8:24 pm
Vac...I need to update my profile. We had Lola (my brother in law found her and brought her to us), but after a couple of months, he asked if he could have her back. She is now with him and is very happy, but we sure do miss her. I don't think you can ever really prepare for the passing of an animal, but just love them while they are here. I am sure your cat is very loved and it will hurt, but the greiving process can be very theraputic. This board has been that to me. I am still sad, but I feel so much better talking to others. Thank you all for your kind words! I do feel better this evening.
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Herckleperckle
Member
11-20-2003
| Wednesday, January 19, 2005 - 8:40 pm
Glad you came back in to chat some more, Jen. Your dh is a real sweetie. (I remember not owning a shovel and going into the hardware store sobbing to buy one. Ed was sitting in the car sobbing.) But now, when I think of her, I remember what her body looked like when she was running, how beautiful her brown eyes were, and how she used to jump out our screened windows at every opportunity when we left her locked inside!! I remember the good things and the funny things more than I think of her death. Glad you want to do what you're planning--when you are ready. So relieved that you can look at the cutie pie puppies here and smile. Thanks for sharing. Most people here have been through that pain and empathize completely, believe me. And some are rawer than others right now, because, they, too, have recently lost a light in their lives.
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Spygirl
Moderator
04-23-2001
| Wednesday, January 19, 2005 - 9:57 pm
Wow, Jen. I read your story outloud while talking to my fiance on the phone - we were both in tears before I got to the end. His exact words were, "That is a picture of what our household will be like when it comes time for Henry or Toby to pass on". Then that made me cry more to realize he loves my little guys that much already! Jen, you and your husband are in my thoughts and prayers...may your heart heal and your memories of Corky be preserved. 
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Sillycalimomma
Member
11-13-2003
| Wednesday, January 19, 2005 - 10:10 pm
Just thought I would drop by and post a recent pic of our little Buddy....Any question as to wether he was a Beagle or not are clearly gone in my mind! He has added much joy to our lives...as I hope we have to his......

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Herckleperckle
Member
11-20-2003
| Wednesday, January 19, 2005 - 10:53 pm
How adorable! I love beagles! (Had one as a kid.)
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