Our pets are our furry family members and unfortunately for us their time on this Earth is destined to be much shorter than our lives. It's for this reason that we understand the inevitable will happen in our lifetime. So what will I do when the time comes? This is one question I … [Read more...]
August 28th is Rainbow Bridge Remembrance Day!
Origin of Rainbow Bridge Remembrance Day Did you know that August 28th is Rainbow Bridge Remembrance Day? According to Days of the Year.com, "[T]his day was founded by Deborah Barnes, author and blogger of Zee & Zoey’s Cat Chronicles in tribute to her Ragdoll cat, Mr. Jazz, … [Read more...]
Until We Meet Again by Melissa Lyons: A Book Review & Giveaway!
You've got Mail Hey guys! Remember when I told you I'd be having a special giveaway coming soon? Well today’s the day! First, before I spill the beans and tell you what you could win, let me recap exactly how we got here. A couple of weeks ago, before I went on hiatus, I had a … [Read more...]
When will I feel like myself again after losing a pet?
When will I feel like myself again after losing a pet? One of the most devastating things a person can experience is the loss of a pet. Quite frankly, it is losing a family member. From my own personal experience, the loss of my heart cat Dusty, gutted me for lack of a better … [Read more...]
8 Things I wish I knew before experiencing Pet Loss
After the loss of my pets I have learned a lot; particularly after the recent loss of my second cat Dusty. I hope the lessons and tips I have learned will help other pet parents in their journey post pet loss or even for preparing for the future. These ideas will hopefully help … [Read more...]
They lost my pet’s ashes! What do I do now?
They lost my pet’s ashes! What do I do now? How do you cope when your pet’s ashes have been lost? This is a question I have seen here and there since starting my blog. I personally haven’t had it happen to me, however felt it important to address because quite frankly, it … [Read more...]
5 Things You should NOT say to a grieving Pet Parent
If you have been following my blog then you know I was a cat mom to two precious furballs named Dusty and Precious. I often talk about Dusty as she is the most recent loss I have experienced to date. I’m doing okay and manage day-to-day however I must share with you some of … [Read more...]
12 Things I Wish I’d Known About Grief
*A guest post by CPC Cares - We provide compassionate, individual cremation for your departed pet. Grief comes in many different forms. Everyone will experience grief at some point in their life, and the loss of a pet is just as much a real part of grief as losing a human … [Read more...]
How to talk to your children about the loss of a pet
Post originally published May 2017, updated May 2018 * A special guest post by CPC Cares - ‘Provider of Pet Cremation Services for bereaved pet owners with sensitivity and respect’. Talking about death and bereavement is, to most people, a taboo subject especially when it … [Read more...]
Dealing with Guilt after Pet Loss
Dealing with Guilt after Pet loss One of the feelings that surfaces after experiencing pet loss is guilt. Guilt is that ugly little word that has such a big impact on your soul like a punch to the gut. However before I delve into that topic, here is ... My backstory (Dusty's … [Read more...]