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MoJoV — Sun, 07 Dec 2025 06:03:58 GMT

@QVCAddiction how are you doing? Hope you and your little dog are well and happy!

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qvcaddition — Sun, 07 Dec 2025 09:38:49 GMT

@MoJoV wrote:
@QVCAddiction how are you doing? Hope you and your little dog are well and happy!

Thank you so much for remembering me and My Melanie. Sadly to say, Melanie went over the Rainbow Bridge 12-3-2025. The last week had been very stressful. She lost her hind legs, didn't want to eat and finally after five days refused water. As a lot of pet owners know, it is very hard and sad.

I was going to have a Vet come to the house so she wouldn't be scared going to the shelter. The vet charged 860.00. It wasn't the shelter vet. I am very low income, but was going to charge it so she could go in her own environment.

I was praying a lot for her and then the kind person who runs Silver Paws for low income seniors, said she would check in and see if the shelter Vet would come to my home free of charge to me. The answer was yes, they would come together. That was so nice of them. So Melenie went in peace in her own environment. I couldn't thank them enough.

Silver Paws took care of everything, so she was not stressed and just went to sleep peacefully in my arms on the sofa with candles burning. I did pay for her private ashes with a beautiful box I'm told and her name..

There was no charge to me to come to the home.Silver Paws took care of the bill. Needless to say, I will donate a little to SP every month, so other Seniors can get help when needed.

My wonderful other neighbor knowing my situation had given them her CC to pay for the private ashes, which I couldn't believe someone would be so very very nice, because I didn't really know this neighbor. Just in passing and waving. She has a big kind heart . She has been checking in on me and bringing me meals.

The Vet was so very kind and told me she was also a neighbor who lives in my neighborhood. I live on a circle that is a mile.

She said she remembers seeing me in earlier years, walking Melanie everyday before she went to work. Also, because she worked at the shelter for 20 years, they both remember when I adopted her in 2009.

Of course, I miss Melanie so very very much. I feel her presence in the house. I find myself when I walk in, saying Hi Mel Bel to her and sleep with her little sweater next to me like she always was in bed with me. It is very, very hard as a lot of people who lost their fir babies know. I can't believe she is gone, but not forgotten. Life is empty without her, but neighbors I barely knew have come to my door to say hello and console me. We would wave when I walked Melanie. I am going to volunteer once a month for the events Silver Paws has to raise money for Seniors and their pets. Also for the food bank. Counsel of Aging is sending a nice lady once a week to converse with me and see if everything is OK.

I get around alot and keep busy and active, but this week Im taking care of me, because it was a hard two weeks, up many nights or no sleep at all, because Mel was not able to sleep. I spent quite a few nights holding her wrapped in a blanket and just keeping her close and talking with her.

She rescued me and gave me a wonderful life. You love them so much and they are family. My neighbor wants me to get a senior dog. Maybe in time, but right now, I need to honor my Melanie.

I started a book when I first got her about what she ate, what she did everyday, her meds when she got older. Where we would go. I did this because I was about 72 and if I passed before her, they would know her habits, meds, foods, etc. So many pets that are adopted, no one knows their history, so the book would let them know everything about her.

OK, I talk alot in person, and I am writing alot here as if you were in front of me.

Ive been without heat for the last two days and it is cold. Thank god, it happened after she passed. I finally got heat at 6 this evening. The man who owns the business was gone today, but got my message and came over when he got home from Tahoe. I am one very fortunate person with these kind people who are really there for me and others. I am blessed and time to pay it forward.

Thank you again MoJoy for asking. I hope you are good and God Bless you.

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catter70 — Sun, 07 Dec 2025 10:04:29 GMT

So sorry to hear of your loss of Melanie. It is a terrible thing when you lose your sweet fur baby. I'm glad she was able to be home. You take care of yourself.

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meallen616 — Sun, 07 Dec 2025 10:25:40 GMT

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on the bay — Sun, 07 Dec 2025 10:55:03 GMT

@qvcaddition,

You sound like a very kind and caring person and I bet that is why you have other kind people caring about you.

I think you and Melanie were lucky to have each other. I know you miss her very much. I hope the love you always shared with Melanie will give you comfort while you get lots of rest in the days ahead.

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lynnie61 — Sun, 07 Dec 2025 12:41:02 GMT

@qvcaddition I'm so sorry for your loss of precious Melanie. I remember older posts of you often talking about her. You certainly have very kind, compassionate people who care for you too. It is a blessing. Silver paws seems like such a great organization. Please take care. Remember how much joy you both brought each other. Melanie was blessed to have you too. Sounds like you both certainly rescued each other. I'll be thinking about you, and praying for you. God bless you.

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geezerette — Sun, 07 Dec 2025 13:33:48 GMT

Oh, @qvcaddition , I am so so sorry to hearing of Melanie's passing.💔

Reading your many posts over the years about her I know that she had such a wonderful life with you. You saved each other. I know how much my dog meant to me after my husband passed on and how much I miss her now, even though I still have two cats. I know how hard it is and I can only imagine how empty your home feels right now.

I'm happy to hear that you have kind neighbors to look in on you and that you intend to volunteer with organizations that are important to you. You can help others and by doing so honor Melanie's memory. And keep yourself busy.

I know perhaps it's too soon to think about it, but if the opportunity should arise in the future and you feel up to it, I hope you are able to share your life with another little soul in need.

Hugs to you...💔🐾🪽❤️

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sligo — Sun, 07 Dec 2025 13:55:57 GMT

@qvcaddition " Good things happen for good people like YOU!! I am sincerely sorry for your lost pet. May GOD bring you many blessings in the NEW YEAR!! SINCERELY SLIGO

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Still Raining — Sun, 07 Dec 2025 14:10:23 GMT

Kind hugs to you for being a wonderful mom and giving your baby so much love 💕

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qbetzforreal — Sun, 07 Dec 2025 15:36:57 GMT

@qvcaddition - Peace be with you

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mrshckynut — Sun, 07 Dec 2025 17:37:36 GMT

@qvcaddition

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qvcaddition — Sun, 07 Dec 2025 18:05:42 GMT

@on the bay

@on the bay wrote:
@qvcaddition,
You sound like a very kind and caring person and I bet that is why you have other kind people caring about you.
I think you and Melanie were lucky to have each other. I know you miss her very much. I hope the love you always shared with Melanie will give you comfort while you get lots of rest in the days ahead.

Thank you. I also appreciate all of you and and taking your time to post and care. I have not been on the post with the info and all that has happened in awhile. Many gracious here with you. I will take care. In time I may get a Senior dog from Muttsville. In time. My fear was leaving that one, but my neighbor who suggested it said, she would foster it when I went. Way too soon, but I'll see. Thank you

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qvcaddition — Sun, 07 Dec 2025 18:08:39 GMT

@geezerette

@geezerette wrote:
Oh, @qvcaddition , I am so so sorry to hearing of Melanie's passing.💔

Reading your many posts over the years about her I know that she had such a wonderful life with you. You saved each other. I know how much my dog meant to me after my husband passed on and how much I miss her now, even though I still have two cats. I know how hard it is and I can only imagine how empty your home feels right now.

I'm happy to hear that you have kind neighbors to look in on you and that you intend to volunteer with organizations that are important to you. You can help others and by doing so honor Melanie's memory. And keep yourself busy.

I know perhaps it's too soon to think about it, but if the opportunity should arise in the future and you feel up to it, I hope you are able to share your life with another little soul in need.

Hugs to you...💔🐾🪽❤️

Maybe a Senior dog next year. Thank you . I have been very blessed.

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qvcaddition — Sun, 07 Dec 2025 18:25:47 GMT

Thank you everyone for all the blessings and the kind words. I do miss my Melanie so very much.

All of you that have pets know the sadness, when they go over the Rainbow Bridge, but also the joy of remembering the good times that your pet brought to you.

She is not old and sick anymore and that is a comfort. I am so glad I had a portrait done of her a few years ago. I have many pictures, but this one is special.

She was a Therapy Dog, had the training and was official . I have all the gear she wore and her Kaiser volunteer ID card. Am going to get a special display box to have with her stuff in it, collar, little bowl, sweater, etc.

I also have a heart necklace that opens and some ashes will go in it so I can carry her with me.

God Bless all of you for loving your animals and being so kind with your messages.

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qvcaddition — Sun, 07 Dec 2025 18:30:06 GMT

@sligo

@sligo wrote:
@qvcaddition " Good things happen for good people like YOU!! I am sincerely sorry for your lost pet. May GOD bring you many blessings in the NEW YEAR!! SINCERELY SLIGO

Thank you. God has been with me alot. The decision I had to make to let her go, but the peace of knowing I did what was humane.

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Jk9 — Sun, 07 Dec 2025 20:07:05 GMT

@qvcaddition I certainly understand your feelings in letting Melanie go. My thoughts are with you.

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MoJoV — Mon, 08 Dec 2025 19:08:53 GMT

@qvcaddition Hello, my friend. So very sorry to hear your Melanie is gone. Words are so trite, but these are sincere. I know how much this hurts, it always will. I'm glad to hear you have wonderful neighbors to help you through it. You have many cyber friends here. I'll be looking for your posts!

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qvcaddition — Tue, 09 Dec 2025 03:27:22 GMT

@MoJoV

@MoJoV wrote:
@qvcaddition Hello, my friend. So very sorry to hear your Melanie is gone. Words are so trite, but these are sincere. I know how much this hurts, it always will. I'm glad to hear you have wonderful neighbors to help you through it. You have many cyber friends here. I'll be looking for your posts!

MoJov, Than you so very much. I am holding up OK. I kiss her little night sweater every night and talk to her constantly. I will start volunteering in Jan for Silver Paws and also for the food bank and taking one class at the college on story telling. We tell about our life or write about our experiences..

I do keep busy, but every thing reminds me of Melanie. From watching TV together, the yard work, and she went every where with me in the car.

In seventeen years we were not apart one night. I would not leave her.

Next spring I will finally visit family in Levenworth Washington. The cutest little town. A Barvarian Village. Actually it has grown a great deal since i was there many years ago. Melanie was my family here.

She went downhill so fast. I tried everything to make her better, but the vet said it's time.

Many on this site have lost their fur babies and have been very kind to me.

All have gone through the awful hurt. They also have gone through the great loving fun times with them.

Mojoy, again thank you for your loving post and remembering me. All the posts gave me comfort. I rarely see my children.

I will post again about my adventures. I;m not one to stay still. My work life was with the public. I love to talk to people. Im just taking time to adjust to losing Melanie. Of course when her (private) ashes come back, she will go everywhere with me again. I left her bed in the car and the ashes will travel with me. In bed at night. In the living room watching TV. In the kitchen at dinner or breakfast. I know, it sounds crazy, but it is how I will get through the grief. Though I have family, my neighbors are more like family.

Gosh, I must be very old. I was informed, that I am now a Great, Great Grandmother. I don't feel old, just a worn out at the moment. The last two weeks have been very hard, some nights no sleep at all, but that's what you do when someone needs you.

Take care. Have a great holiday and I will be posting again with my new adventures. Bless you.

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shoekitty — Tue, 09 Dec 2025 03:38:51 GMT

@qvcaddition I am so very sorry for the loss of your Melanie. And you are blessed and very loved to have people want to share in your grief and help you

peace,

shoekitty

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Lucky Charm — Tue, 09 Dec 2025 03:47:20 GMT

@qvcaddition You sweet, precious, loving lady!

My heart goes out to you at this time for losing your little darling girl.

She was so lucky to have you. She would have been heartbroken if she lost YOU.

You were kind enough to help her move on and away from her misery. It's over. She passed peacefully.

I think that when you feel up to it, you could go to the shelter and delight all the dogs (and cats?) there. They'd be so lucky to have you every time you visited! That would fill your heart, too.