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05-02-2008, 11:33 AM | #1 |
Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Tallahassee, FL
Posts: 249
| My ridiculous little vent ... (stop on by and call me crazy!) Tomorrow we're getting Benoni (Benny). My wife is really excited and thinks it's goin to be this great awesome thing. Having been through the puppy stages before, I'm dreading the challenges and possible destruction that lurks around the corner. Mogli was supposed to live forever and I wasn't going to have to even think about training again! She also wants real children and I think this will help the mindset ... I've also been tormenting myself ... am I ready for another baby? Mogli left us on Dec 31st. So it's only been 4 months. I'm nowhere near over him, though I know I won't ever be. I feel cheated that suddenly after less than 7 years he's gone. I fear resenting another dog ... ? ... seems like every time I talk about Mogli or come to YT I get choked up. The "life timing" is right. I can have Benny trained and then worry about real kids. I can't have a little real kid at home and then bring in a puppy. I also miss the special companionship of a Yorkie, their hair and smell. Thennnn there's the general new Yorkie fears ... liver shunt, knee, hip, trachea problems ... I'm a worry-wart so all I've been thinking about is wanting a healthy puppy. Then there's all the things I'm not supposed to do or can't control ... will he be like Mogli ... what about coloring ... temperment ... how smart will he be ... will he get carsick, like toys ... be a cuddle bunny? Will our other dog freak out?! You can tell she misses Mogli. When she's alone during the day you can tell she's sad. This morning I took Mogli's collar out and she came BOLTING super excited by the special jingle. I had a roommate once and when I came home from being out of town for a weekend, she had taped together his tags so he wouldn't jingle!!! I thought it was hysterical and promptly re-instated the noise! *sigh* ... haven't got much done today 'cause mind is wandering ... Send some good vibes please ... I need 'em for the next couple days ...
__________________ Stash, Poco & Wicket, Mogli, Benny |
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05-02-2008, 11:36 AM | #2 |
Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Tallahassee, FL
Posts: 249
| BTW ... "Benoni" is Hebrew and means "son of my sorrow" ... which I'm also kicking myself over ... I wonder if just the symbology is too much like mourning ... Benny is cute though ... looked at a lot of names before we decided on it ... maybe when he gets home he'll be something different ... It's almost like I've given it so much thought already that it's dulled the name for me? (let the crazyness continue!)
__________________ Stash, Poco & Wicket, Mogli, Benny |
05-02-2008, 12:07 PM | #3 |
Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Montreal
Posts: 137
| Having lost 2 (not yorkies) in under a month, for me, getting SoCo (between the 2 passing) was a lifesaver, he helped assuage(sp?) our grief and allow us to function. My husband wanted to wait longer, but the timing was perfect as we brought SoCo home on Monday and lost the 2nd dog on Friday. Both dogs were under 6 years old. So I can truly say I understand your feelings but IMHO Benny is probably the best medicine to ease your hurt at losing Mogli. As for Benny's name, I think it's sweet. A lovely way to honour Mogli's passing, and it leaves an opening for a cute nickname. I wish you the best of luck tomorrow and I'll think of you when we're picking our 2nd yorkie at the airport tomorrow afternoon. Please be sure and post pictures when Benny gets home! Tara |
05-02-2008, 12:20 PM | #4 |
YT Addict Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Isle of Wight UK
Posts: 335
| Hiya! It has been two years since we lost our Pom 'Tina' (we had her 15 1/2 years) To tell you the truth I wish we had got a pup long before now (Tink is 20 wks). I have forgotten what pleasure and love they bring. Having a pup does not mean you love the dog you lost less, as nothing will wipe the memories you have of them and that special place you hold in your heart for them. My husband dug his heals in for a good year saying, “no more dogs, it is too heart breaking when you lose them” BUT….he loves Tink as much as me and she is a real Daddy’s girl….He also admits, it was right to get another dog. I have to agree……….Quote: Benny is probably the best medicine to ease your hurt at losing Mogli.
__________________ Lesley. Proud Mummy To Tink (Tinkerbell) |
05-02-2008, 12:21 PM | #5 |
Donating Yorkie Yakker Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Redmond, WA
Posts: 379
| Hey, the name Benny is cute! In fact, my Kimchee's registered name is Benny Star Morning. I hope Benny will bring you more joy and help you ease your pain.
__________________ I my little stinkers: Kimchee & Mochi |
05-02-2008, 12:31 PM | #6 |
Donating YT 500 Club Member Join Date: May 2006 Location: LA
Posts: 989
| Hey, you've come to the wrong place if you're expecting to be called crazy! We're all crazy here, crazy for our yorkie babies! Good luck with Benny.
__________________ Linda, owned by JPop, Taz, TJ, Halo, my "Lil Deuce Coupe", and my angel Tia |
05-02-2008, 12:34 PM | #7 |
YT 500 Club Member Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: San Mateo
Posts: 887
| I also waited a while after my last yorkie passed away. But it was because I lived in an apartment that won't allow dog, my job required me to travel constantly, and I was in school and working full time. So timing wasn't right for me. But now that I have Momiji, ohhhh my life is complete. (almost.. I wish I can find a husband... but that's another story...) You will never forget your Mogli but you will build a history with Benny. It will be good for you. Bad things happen for a reason. Please keep your spirit up and enjoy your new baby. |
05-02-2008, 12:35 PM | #8 |
YT 2000 Club Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: IL
Posts: 2,179
| I can really relate to the way you are feeling. I lost my darling, constant companion, Tiffany, 12 years ago, this past February. I didn't feel I would ever want another Yorkie..ever...the hurt was that deep. And a few months later, my husband came home from work, talking about a Yorkie video he had seen on TV. I resented him, a lot, for even enjoying the video. (You can call me crazy, too.) Well, long story short, we ended up getting Sydney, 3 months after Tiffany "Crossed the Bridge". I had only agreed to go out and look at puppies, choose a breeder, for a year from that time. And I made that clear to the breeder. And the day we looked at Sydney, she was not available, her breeder was keeping her...but, she called later and offered her to us. The first night we had her home, and my husband went to work, there I was with this new puppy in my arms and the guilt washed over me like a storm. I was ready to take her back. Even when her breeder came to visit two weeks later, I was willing to give her back, if she changed her mind. It took time, but soon that little puppy won my heart. She just turned 12 years old April 17th. So, just close your eyes and let your heart lead the way. Sheila |
05-02-2008, 12:36 PM | #9 |
Donating YT 1000 Club Member Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: New Hampshire
Posts: 10,534
| awwww you sounds like such a sweet guy! Im sorry about your loss of Mogli. I know its not easy to lose a companion. I had a puppy, 5 months old, his name was Stuart, he was my first yorkie. I was going through some SERIOUSLY bad times in my life and in the middle of it all, he got sick and died. I was destroyed! About 2 months later I did get more yorkies when my life settled down, 2 boys and they mean the world to me! It was not too soon bc I needed them to heal my heart. Im sure your new baby will help to heal your heart. They have a way about them that they can do that so easily! I don't think you will regret it!
__________________ “Petting, scratching, and cuddling a dog could be as soothing to the mind and heart as deep meditation and almost as good for the soul as prayer.” ― Dean Koontz |
05-02-2008, 12:48 PM | #10 |
Love The Verminator! Donating Member Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: ny
Posts: 4,282
| Once you get Benny home and settled in, you'll be amazed at how much bliss that little guy will bring you. Mogli will always have his special place in your heart. Benny will make his own place in your heart. Our hearts can hold as many special places as we need. Benny will help your broken heart heal in ways you never thought possible. We can't guarantee each of our skin children will be perfect, nor can we expect a guarantee with each of our furkids. All we can do is provide them with a safe place to live, a full tummy and all the love and friendship they want. Everything else is left up to fate. In the end, we are the ones that benefit from all the unconditional love they provide us. Best wishes as you start your exciting journey with Little Benny. BTW, that is an adorable name. Can't wait for pics.
__________________ Roxy loves Alphy Remi loves Millie [COLOR="Purple"]Mom to RoxyJo & Remington , Fozzy Bear & Chloe |
05-02-2008, 02:07 PM | #11 |
Donating YT 500 Club Member Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: west long branch, n.j.
Posts: 4,457
| Alot of us on here know the feeling of losing a beloved family member. But, tomorrow when you get him-pick him up, look him in the eyes, let him lick your face and snuggle him close-then post and tell us how you feel. He will be him-not your other baby-they are like children, not all the same. There will always be your love for Mogli but now Benny needs you.
__________________ Joan, Bubba and Sissy-BEWARE OF PUPPY MILLS breathe in, breathe out, move on -jb |
05-02-2008, 02:52 PM | #12 |
Donating YT 3000 Club Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Illinois
Posts: 4,139
| Well, I don't consider that crazy. The thought and emotion that you put into your post, let alone your Mogli and Benny-to-be, shows that if anyone is "right" to invite a furry companion into their life, it's you. Hugs to ya!!
__________________ Diane, and my boys ..... Coby and Reggie !! Striving to be a YTPP - a YT Positive Poster! In Memory of My Beautiful Mother 7/22/28-8/27/08 |
05-02-2008, 03:09 PM | #13 |
Donating YT 10K Club Member | A look and a few puppy kisses and all those worries will be forgotten. Benny will have won your heart.
__________________ Deb, Reese, Reggie, Frazier, Libby, Sidney, & Bodie Trace & Ramsey who watch over us www.biewersbythebay.com |
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