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   Today my stepfather had to make the hardest decision of his life! He had to help his beloved shadow and sidekick leave the pain and torment of her dying body. a body that no longer listened to her demands. Here spirit was still strong and tried her darndest to follow and run off the vermin. Today our sweet Patches born March 27th, 1993 and passed on Fdbraury 8th, 2010 at the ripe old age of 15 years, 11 months. As we sit here each in our own worlds thinking of the puppy she was the determined teen and the grumpy old dame she was. Breaking out into tears and the worst is my stepfather is struggling with it the hardest. His heart is breaking and a piece of his soul is gone forever. He was there for here last moments, he picked her from the litter and even named her. The two were inseperable until today.

   Say some prayers for him and for Patches to be whole and happy again running the orchard waiting for my SD to join her once more in their strolls.

   All I ask for is prayers and wishes for my stepfather to adjust and cope. No rainbow bridge mentions or such. we know she is in a better place but her leaving has left a raw gaping hole behind.

   Thanks,

   Angie

   Posted 2 years ago by Momma to 2 MaineCoons #

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   Prayers and hugs for Step Dad

   Posted 2 years ago by daisy mew #

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   Lifting a prayer for your step-dad and Patches. May his pain heal as hers has ended.

   Posted 2 years ago by Jetta and Boo Boo's Mom #

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   Patches is with the Great Wolf. Please know your stepfather showed the greatest kindness by letting her go. There is no more pain for Patches. The pain is left by those that are physically seperated. May your stepfather find comfort and peace with God's unending Grace. May you have strength to help the family deal with grief of losing Patches as you also deal with your own grief. Prayers are with you all.

   Posted 2 years ago by SoxsMom #

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   Thank you all! I keep a bland face for SD but when alone I crumble. She was such a par tof our home and family. No longer will we see her chase after the squirrels and yes I will even miss the scent of skunk that she usually causes do to her voicefulness in telling them to scram. No longer will she be barking as we drive up the driveway to greet us when we get home. No longer will she be there for me to give some lov eon before I start my day and leave for work. No longer will she be there to walk out to the back with me while I do chores. I am already realizing should I work tomorrow I don't need to open the gate to the orchard anymore and yet I have done it for 15 years. No longer will she serenade us with her howling when a siren blaring vechile goes by. So much you take for granted and yet I am wishing I had one more day. I know what was done was done for her benefit and I even tried to get my sd to do it Monday of last week when we noticed she'd stopped eating for about 3 or 4 days and that she was loosing weight. We did it for her and we are broken now without her. Patches old gal you are sorely missed!

   Posted 2 years ago by Momma to 2 MaineCoons #

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   *says a prayer for M2M's stepfather and for the rest of the family who are hurting because of Patches' passing*

   Posted 2 years ago by owlwatcher_974 #

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   Hugs and prayers of comfort for M2M, SD and your mom. Sweet Patches RIP dear sweet girl.

   Posted 2 years ago by Mittens #

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   Those beloved animals sure do leave a big hole when they are gone. Tell your SD that we are thinking of him, and we do understand.

   Posted 2 years ago by NNGM #

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   Prayers and best wishes for your SD and the family in Patches' passing, may time bring only the happy memories of time spent together.

   Posted 2 years ago by AZDEBRA 5/27 & crew #

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    She was in so many of your pictures, Angie, felt like we knew her. Hugs.

    Posted 2 years ago by paulajeanne #

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    Sending thoughts of comfort and peace. My vet told me when our Sam's time had run out that helping our animal partners out of pain was the most unselfish act a person can perform, even though it leaves a gaping hole that we are reminded of in a thousand ways a day, every day. Eventually the hole fills and we remember only the happy times and endearing ways. Praying you and your stepdad find that peace ahead.

    Posted 2 years ago by GizzysAuntie #

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    There will most certainly be a big gap where Patches has been. Maybe you could make a lovely photo album of Patches life for your Stepfather Ange. Thinking of your SD and all your family at this tough time.

    Posted 2 years ago by Moonshadow_NZ #

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    Ange, I am so sorry to hear about Patches. You mentioned her many times in your posts on TDK - I particularly remember her and the skunks! Thinking of you all and sending hugs.

    Posted 2 years ago by KapitiKats in NZ #

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    Prayers for Patches, M2M and SD.. Pls don't be sad because it's ended. Be happy because it happened... :)

    Posted 2 years ago by dionnewb #

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    Prayers for Patches and your dad and family. I know how difficult this must have been for all of you. So sorry, Ange.

    Posted 2 years ago by Lynn from PA 6/8 #

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    Oh I'm sorry Ange,prayers for you and step-dad. [[[[Hugs]]]]

    Posted 2 years ago by Buttercup #

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    It's always so hard to say goodbye to our loving companions. But I wouldn't give up the joy and laughter they give us for ANYTHING.

    I hope your stepdad's heart heals soon, and the loving memories of his pal will certainly help ease the pain. Hopefully someday he will find another special friend who will look into his eyes with deep, unconditional love, and he'll be smitten again.

    Posted 2 years ago by Siobhan #

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    Losing a loved one is always difficult. It will be hard to adjust without Patches since she was a big part of your life. She will never be far away because she'll always be in your heart. {{Hugs to you and your stepdad}}

    Posted 2 years ago by LadyKat of IA #

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    Prayers for your stepfather, M2MC. I can certainly relate to the difficult adjusting after routines over such a long time. Patches sounds like an extraordinary dog. {{{Stepfather}}}

    Posted 2 years ago by JoanfromNewJersey #

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    If our hearts were not broken, no light could find its way within them.

    My prayers are for you and your stepfather and your family, honey.

    Posted 2 years ago by Emma #

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    Ange, this is indeed the most loving thing your SD could do for Patches but I understand his deep grieving. Prayers for Patches and your dad and family.
    {{M2MC}}

    Posted 2 years ago by SammyandOliversmama #

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    I am so sorry, M2M. My prayers are with you all, especially your StepDad. I hope that your wonderful memories of Patches will bring you comfort and peace.

    Posted 2 years ago by katthays #

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    {{Patches}} {{Angie}} {{SD}}

    Posted 2 years ago by MaryLynnVa #

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    Thank you all so much! As i sit here crying for the 100th time at least since yesterday I know it was bst for her and that brings me happiness yet I am also feeling selfish because we were not ready for her time to be up. I guess we just all assumed she'd always be here since she as far back as our family remembers she was. I am greatful for a no work day because maybe by the time SD gets home I can once more check my emtions and be there for him. He seems so lost when he goes outside, it is so sad which makes us cry all over again. I am going to look through my pictures for ones of her and I think I will get a photo book together for SD, want to find the old pictures before the digital and see if I can get them made into a cd to have them at easier access. Thanks again!

    Posted 2 years ago by Momma to 2 MaineCoons #

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    M2MC, that sounds like a wonderful idea about making them into a cd, what a nice tribute and memory book for SD.

    Posted 2 years ago by AZDEBRA 5/27 & crew #

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    Oh Ange...I'm so sorry to hear of Patches' passing! I know exactly how your SD feels with this loss. Sending hugs and prayers to you all and prayers for Patches sweet reward after a long and loyal lifetime. =(

    Posted 2 years ago by Karenopa #

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    Ange, so sorry for your step dad and all of you. Maybe you shouldn't check your emotions. Maybe it is time to hug him hard and both of you cry it out so that he knows he is not alone in his heart ache and grief. Let him know it is ok to show how much Patches is missed by you all. Then the healing can begin. I hope someday another companion comes along to fill that patches shaped hole in his heart. No other animal will be the same or take her place, but that is a way to honor her life and memory, but continuing the love for another.

    Posted 2 years ago by KYKAT 12 23 #

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    Hugs and prayers for you and SD, Ange.

    Posted 2 years ago by Crazycatman - CA #

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    i cry with you and your stepdad. only those who have gone before and done the final gift for their loved one (my Velvet) feel and understand the depth of your pain and loss...the pain will pass when the two of you are reunited at the Rainbow Bridge, and from then on, it will be pure love and joy again, but it will be forever...

    Posted 2 years ago by cheri12/22 #

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    Ange, I'm so sorry for your loss. It hurts so much to lose a part of the family that is so dear to all of you. You all will be in my thoughts and prayers.

    Posted 2 years ago by WillowandWindismom #

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