tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1003916153932012549.post1079184319575893063..comments2024-03-27T17:35:40.036-04:00Comments on Life at Golden Pines: Discouragement and Hope~Kim at Golden Pines~http://www.blogger.com/profile/02001523468339091407noreply@blogger.comBlogger28125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1003916153932012549.post-52100224932969989722010-05-15T23:55:00.437-04:002010-05-15T23:55:00.437-04:00First, Cowboy, and now having to possibly make thi...First, Cowboy, and now having to possibly make this decision about Maquire. I do agree with you, that you will have peace about you if you have to make that choice. Just so sorry, that you and Maquire are in this position. Sweet boy and sweet Momma.<br />Much love,<br />Sophie's MomAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1003916153932012549.post-38046461703757421562010-05-15T22:04:09.383-04:002010-05-15T22:04:09.383-04:00You and Maguire will decide together, and there wi...You and Maguire will decide together, and there will be much celebration... for all you have shared. Continue to stay present, and Maguire will let you know when it is time.<br /><br />wif much empaffy, many tears, lots of knowin and understandin and also love from the Luke and his the MomThe Lukehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08035556702108306660noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1003916153932012549.post-71398390977024958722010-05-15T21:14:32.036-04:002010-05-15T21:14:32.036-04:00We sincerely hope that your heart receives a clear...We sincerely hope that your heart receives a clear message, or that Maguire will help you know what to do. We are praying for this sweet old soul and his loving care takers :(1000 Goldenshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04088117260298252662noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1003916153932012549.post-56879319927044447922010-05-15T15:29:50.523-04:002010-05-15T15:29:50.523-04:00Kim, I'm in hopes like everyone that the meds ...Kim, I'm in hopes like everyone that the meds will kick in and Maguire will regain the use of his legs. Trust yourself. You will know the right thing to do when the time comes. We must have hope.Callie Bradyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16379683295150396693noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1003916153932012549.post-17012621592918148702010-05-15T15:09:45.338-04:002010-05-15T15:09:45.338-04:00Maguire will let you know when it is time - and it...Maguire will let you know when it is time - and it will be loud and clear to you without question. The medicine is probably wearing on him. Have you tried making him a little ground beef and rice? <br /><br />We are thinking of you, and sending you lots of hugs and prayers. Please give Maguire a hug for us!<br /><br />Sam - (...and Aaron and Christine!)How Sam Sees Ithttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08305827999885588071noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1003916153932012549.post-69424790669574289872010-05-15T07:03:05.893-04:002010-05-15T07:03:05.893-04:00at the end of the day, the decision is out of our ...at the end of the day, the decision is out of our hands and in God's. Saying a prayer for you all.<br /><br />Gill in CanadaGill - That British Womanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17456247587052149765noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1003916153932012549.post-79072293731944203562010-05-15T04:41:02.272-04:002010-05-15T04:41:02.272-04:00We are both going through the same dilemma - poor ...We are both going through the same dilemma - poor Maguire.<br />I have made an app for Sam on Monday- will let you know what we decide to do. Thank you for your support. You must have gone through this situstion so many times but different with each dog. xxBadPennyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09889591351222591488noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1003916153932012549.post-24302141670900573822010-05-14T22:58:52.050-04:002010-05-14T22:58:52.050-04:00Dear Kim
I know you are waiting and hoping for a m...Dear Kim<br />I know you are waiting and hoping for a miracle. I wish one would happen.<br />My words are empty, because I know your heart is breaking.<br />I am bringing you both a warm blanket and a nice warm bowl of soup. Close your eyes and know we love you all<br />love<br />tweedlesTweedles -- that's mehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01349728497621875670noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1003916153932012549.post-60454466064115013782010-05-14T19:53:36.525-04:002010-05-14T19:53:36.525-04:00i'm so sorry about maguire. love will make you...i'm so sorry about maguire. love will make you do the right thing if needed and also give you the strength. -- ingerIngerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02924736131382149056noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1003916153932012549.post-85531481122973168452010-05-14T15:57:02.547-04:002010-05-14T15:57:02.547-04:00Hi Kim, as sorry as I am that Maguire is doing poo...Hi Kim, as sorry as I am that Maguire is doing poorly, I can't help but know that you are tuned into your fur-kids and will know when his quality of life gets to the point where it is time for the last and kindest mercy. Here's hoping Maguire turns the corner and recovers to his old chow hound self. Be strong for your pack (I know its hard). You are in our thoughts every day.<br /><br />KT and Lady<br /><br />#### & ####KT and Eastonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05456498552956580863noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1003916153932012549.post-78232898047921015812010-05-14T15:41:10.571-04:002010-05-14T15:41:10.571-04:00Oh! Kim, we are really sorry about Maguire. But u ...Oh! Kim, we are really sorry about Maguire. But u have said it yourself-u will know with a deep peace in ur heart when the time comes. if u donot feel that,it isn't time yet.<br />we know u are doing all that is possible. <br />we pray for Maguire n hope he recovers soon<br />with lots of love,<br />Ginger, Buddy n FamilyAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04910413735418121137noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1003916153932012549.post-45604953256368623192010-05-14T12:54:51.410-04:002010-05-14T12:54:51.410-04:00Oh Kim, poor Maguire. I hope things improve for h...Oh Kim, poor Maguire. I hope things improve for him soon. If you do need to intervene I'm sure you'll know in your heart when the time is right hun. Big hugs coming your way. ((( ))) Sue xSue @ Smiffy's Bloghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17125790906528534016noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1003916153932012549.post-86437541856120111332010-05-14T10:06:47.076-04:002010-05-14T10:06:47.076-04:00Dear Kim,
So sorry to hear that Maguire is still n...Dear Kim,<br />So sorry to hear that Maguire is still not doing so well. I, too, admire your forthrightness in letting your thoughts spill onto page so beautifully. You are such a wonderful dog mom to so many dogs - I know Maguire will "speak" to you about what to do, and we know your vet and family will help too. And the blogging world will always try to help! Give Maguire loving pats and licks from me, Sammie! The flowers are stunningly beautiful!<br /><br />Big Hugs xoxoxoxo<br />Sammie and MomGolden Samanthahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01810994485527475133noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1003916153932012549.post-35893599973674649412010-05-14T09:46:06.550-04:002010-05-14T09:46:06.550-04:00Kim;
We understand so well, your emotions, doubt, ...Kim;<br />We understand so well, your emotions, doubt, what ifs that come when one of our Golden's are ill.<br />We have been their so many times and we have always believed that the decision will be made for you by them.<br />Their is no right or wrong, you heart will tell you and so will Maguire. You are doing everything you can, giving love, support and comfort to Maguire.<br />Though you can not seen any of us, we are all with you, giving you support and love.<br />God Bless you and Maguire.<br /><br />Sheila & Bob,<br />Mom & Dad to <br />Hamish & Rescue SophieSheila and Bobhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16135729625488570448noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1003916153932012549.post-51807423273553905032010-05-14T07:36:58.913-04:002010-05-14T07:36:58.913-04:00Kim
You & Maguire are in my thoughts & pra...Kim<br />You & Maguire are in my thoughts & prayers. I'm going through a similar situation with my rescue Apples - she's 15+ years old, is suffering from malignant mammary cancer, needs help to get up & move around - but I know it isn't time yet - her eyes are too bright & shiny.<br /><br />Maguire will tell you when it's time for you to let go - enjoy him now & every moment.<br /><br />Best wishes,<br />Nadine<br />Hugs & licks from Apples & NeeliMySpecialDoggieshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06763178681997577623noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1003916153932012549.post-81773857782100959102010-05-14T07:31:08.463-04:002010-05-14T07:31:08.463-04:00Bless your heart, Kim. I don't know how you d...Bless your heart, Kim. I don't know how you do it - it must be heart-wrenching to see this right on the heels of loosing your beloved Cowboy. My thoughts and prayers cover you.<br /><br />(((HUGS)))<br />LynnRocky Creek Scotties and Rocky Creek Ramblingshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05358992951185911832noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1003916153932012549.post-52460411822472267002010-05-14T06:27:27.174-04:002010-05-14T06:27:27.174-04:00Just playing "catchup" with your blog an...Just playing "catchup" with your blog and I could weep for what you are going through.....menopausalmusinghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12255069917743230560noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1003916153932012549.post-66999816817563740442010-05-14T05:52:11.429-04:002010-05-14T05:52:11.429-04:00We've been replaying things a lot recently. Mo...We've been replaying things a lot recently. More than ever we sure that you'll know without doubt when the time comes. But boy is it exhausting coping with the highs and lows. You're so much in our thoughts right now.Angushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13905037014736070475noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1003916153932012549.post-2234184625646353802010-05-14T04:36:17.364-04:002010-05-14T04:36:17.364-04:00I do so understand the emotional turmoil you feel ...I do so understand the emotional turmoil you feel with Maguire.I went through the same with our beloved first golden.At 16 yrs we had to make the decision.She was not able to walk in the end..and we knew that the time had come,when we had to carry her out to do her business.It was heartbreaking...yes..but we knew that it was the kindest thing.She just didn't have any quality of life and we realised it wasn't right to prolong her life any longer.I think you know in your heart what you must do.Maybe that time is coming and you have to be very strong.I am so sorry..it is one of the most painful things we have to do.<br /><br />Bellaboo xoxbellaboohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09579328217041430937noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1003916153932012549.post-19129660240017077662010-05-14T01:44:04.562-04:002010-05-14T01:44:04.562-04:00Dear Kim
Thank you for your honest and candid blo...Dear Kim<br /><br />Thank you for your honest and candid blogpost!<br /> <br />In a strange way you give me strength and hope...you see, from the sounds of it, Macquire seems in a far worse off place than our Max. I know that's not easy for you to hear, but what I'm trying to say is that your experience and current mindset shows a path for me...for today! Thank you so much for sharing what I know is personal and agonising! <br /><br />I have always believed that by sharing one's reality one serves to help others in similar situations. You are proof of that!<br /><br />But I need to encourage YOU!...<br /><br />I know its agonising, but the only thing I can do for you is to stand by you, encourage you and allow you to make the decision yourself!<br /><br />Hang in there Kim. I know you will do what's best for your dear Macquire so that both of you will be a peace.<br /><br />Sending lotsaluv to you.<br />MAXMOM IN SOUTH AFRICAMaxmomhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03352085013260757004noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1003916153932012549.post-39265887212382735272010-05-14T01:10:08.094-04:002010-05-14T01:10:08.094-04:00As hope blooms eternal, so does love. And I all I...As hope blooms eternal, so does love. And I all I can hope is that love gives you the strength to make the right decision for Maguire.<br /><br />My thoughts are with you.<br /><br />Best.<br /><br />-CCarolynhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11175960074150834058noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1003916153932012549.post-28394181903930816132010-05-13T22:52:59.297-04:002010-05-13T22:52:59.297-04:00You will know when it's time, I'm hoping y...You will know when it's time, I'm hoping you don't have to make that decision, and Maguire will get his second wind...<br />My thoughts and prayers are with you, and for now, just enjoy the closeness.<br />Beautiful flowers, a little welcomed distraction .<br />Hugs,<br />JoA Brit in Tennesseehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16080644141670903160noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1003916153932012549.post-2117890103813999932010-05-13T22:49:48.842-04:002010-05-13T22:49:48.842-04:00Oh Kim--You and Maguire continue to be in my thoug...Oh Kim--You and Maguire continue to be in my thoughts and prayers. I believe that Maguire will help you to make whatever decision you need to make. They have a way of letting us know what to do. I will pray that as he rests tonight that the medication will take hold and that he will make a speedy recovery. I really admire you for giving these dogs so much love. You give them your whole heart knowing that the time with them may be limited. You truly are a special person. I look forward to a happy update :)<br />xoxo<br />Mimi~mimihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18005110684945929330noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1003916153932012549.post-61491514252146204392010-05-13T22:49:48.843-04:002010-05-13T22:49:48.843-04:00Woof! Woof! Just hang in there. Maguire needs your...Woof! Woof! Just hang in there. Maguire needs your strength. Will continue to send my Golden Healing Thoughts. Sending you also lots of my Golden Hugs. Lots of Golden Woofs, SugarGolden Woofs! SUGARhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15060075282499486355noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1003916153932012549.post-46563104018161752582010-05-13T22:36:59.021-04:002010-05-13T22:36:59.021-04:00Oh Kim, I'm just catching up on posts and I...Oh Kim, I'm just catching up on posts and I'm so sorry to hear about Maguire. <br />Sending loads of positive energy and healing your way for both of you.Toni aka irishlashttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05439209726767685697noreply@blogger.com