Kelly… thank you so much for the beautiful post. I am a huge animal lover too.  I had a very strong and special connection with my dog… like I said.. I am completely heartbroken.

I truly appreciate your kind words. I hope someday I can get past the regret and pain.

Thank you Anita.  I am afraid my broken heart will last forever.  I have a hard time remembering the special relationship we had because I can’t get past that last week.  Also, it hurts my heart to remember those sweet moments between us.

I welcome any and all of your thoughts.  I guess I am hoping there is something someone can say or do to help me… and maybe that’s just not possible.

I have been to therapy, read grief sites and books etc.  I have been thinking lately maybe I need to focus on getting more comfortable with death and mortality.