I've encountered death over my 45 years in this lifetime. Pets, friends and relatives but I was witness to the actual death process for the very first time a few days past.
4 months ago we adopted The Hubby's Mum's dog. She was moving into a retirement unit and didn't have the capacity to house and care for her large dog anymore. So we offered to care for her beloved Lucy who was becoming quite frail herself at 13 yo. Over the weekend Lucy's health deteriorated dramatically and on Monday the vet visited her and it was decided that Lucy was in a lot of pain, could barely walk anymore and had lived to her fullest potential.
I had decided beforehand that I would sit with Lucy until her very end so that someone she knew cared for her would be with her. The vet was very gentle and kind. He explained exactly what was happening as we went along and suggested gently a few times that he was happy to be with her if I felt I couldn't stay.
I witnessed her last breaths and surrounded her with all the love I could summon. It was one of the most profound and touching moments of my life. It was gentle, peaceful and dignified. A fitting transition for a fine, grand dame who had brought many years of companionship, happiness and love to The Hubby's Mum.
♥
Dearest
Lucy,
I
know that you are resting and are no longer in pain.
I
know that you have brought love into your carer's lives.
I
know that you are at peace.
I
know that you will be missed.
I
send you love.
I
bid you a Final Farewell.
♥
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