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05-18-2010, 09:33 AM | #1 |
Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Norwood, MA
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| Just meant to be I've always been a big believer of things that are just meant to be. And timing, too. I have a strong faith that's helped me through a lot of ups and downs. I remember when I was a little girl and telling my dad that I had asked God for something, and I didn't get an answer. And he sat with me and said, "Well, you did get an answer and the answer was no. Everything comes in His time." And even though I've had some major disappointments, I feel very blessed with everything I have in my life. I have four wonderful children, a great relationship with my sister and brother, and I still have my dad, who's coming up on 82. We lost my mom nearly four years ago, and though I miss her more every day, I'm blessed that she was my mother. Kind and gentle and forgiving. And she was a wonderful grandmother when she was alive. I never wanted pets, not matter how much the kids begged. I worked and was a single mom. And I knew who really did all the work But then when I got an offer for Cinni, I took it. The woman who gave her to us (I've mentioned this in other posts) thought it wasn't fair Cinni was alone all day. Her daughter was going to college and she and her husband worked. The deal was, if it didn't work out, she'd take Cinni back. My plan was, to stop my kids from begging for a dog, we'd get Cinni and within a week or so the novelty would wear off, I'd be doing the work, and back she would go. But much to my surprise, it didn't happen. The kids did what they needed to do. And then my mom took a turn for the worse. And Cinni was our comfort. She was moody but she always knew when someone needed her. It brought tears to my eyes to see one of the kids sitting on the big recliner with Cinni in their lap. They'd be crying softly and talking to her, and she'd be kissing away their tears. I didn't realize it at the time, but I really believe God sent us Cinni to help with the loss of my mom. Then we lost Cinni unexpectedly last August. Everyone was brokenhearted, and I said NEVER again. It was too sad. The kids were so upset. After a couple of months, they started asking for another dog. And I stood firm and kept saying no. When the opportunity for Charlie came around, something just "felt" right in my heart. I just knew before I really knew anything about him. I hadn't even seen a picture. Well, my oldest daughter, Liv, is graduating high school on June 6th. And even though this is what I've worked for all my life, the thought of her going off really has me down in the dumps. (Even though she's only going to be about an hour away. And, again, I think God sent our family a pet to ease this transition. Charlie has been such a perfect fit and such a darling little dog, that I really believe we were meant for each other. Even though he came to us in a strange way and even though I strongly believe we were misled in some ways, everything has worked out so perfectly. It's almost how I felt after I had my last baby; I felt complete. People used to ask me how many more kids was I going to have, and I always said, "I don't know. I'll know in my heart when I'm done." And I did. And that's how I feel about Charlie. I feel like we were all meant to be together. The scary thing is, though, that the woman who didn't want another dog also knows in her heart that she's not done with the Yorkies. Even though now isn't the time to add another pet, I know I'm not "done" yet. So, sorry for the long post. Feeling a bit emo, I guess. But I'm watching Charlie nap, and I feel so happy and content that we have him. |
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05-18-2010, 09:40 AM | #2 |
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| Oh I know the feeling of the kids growing up. My three tell me all the time that they have been replaced by Pebbles, Doodlebug and Bogey. My daughter who is the youngest says that they have better care then she does.........kind of a stretch but she likes the drama. Charlie has found a wonderful momma and you have found a great a great friend too.
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05-18-2010, 09:45 AM | #3 |
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| What a wonderful story. Your faith has served you well.
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05-18-2010, 09:49 AM | #4 |
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| What a beautiful story. I am a firm believer in things are meant to be also. My two filled such an empty spot in our home. Both of my children are grown and we have been empty nesters for over 5 years. When my DIL (she is a vet tech for our vet)called me about Jada, I didn't even see a picture but, when I heard her name all I could think was this is my baby and yes we want her. THe same with Bogie. DH wanted Jada to have a playmate and the same breeder who retired Jada had Bogie. She had bought him for a stud and he grew to be bigger than her female. So that is how we came about to have them both. They have filled our hearts with so much love, it cannot be explained. God sent those two little furbutts to us for a reason.
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05-18-2010, 09:57 AM | #5 |
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| Bless all of you for having such loving & caring hearts, I truley love my babies
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05-18-2010, 10:09 AM | #6 |
Crazy about Kacee! Donating Member Join Date: May 2005 Location: Kansas
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| I really believe you are right. Things are just meant to be. I'm so happy that Cinni had such a great family and Charlie does, too. It always makes my heart smile to see a yorkie with a great person or great family to care for them.
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05-18-2010, 11:35 AM | #7 |
Donating YT 30K Club Member | Your story just warmed my heart. My yorkies make my life complete.
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05-18-2010, 05:38 PM | #8 |
Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: southern ill
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| funny how it all works out Isn't it so funny how our babies just kind of show up when we least expect it? With Sophie I had researched yorkies for a year and one night I was on pet finder and there she was all of 20 minutes away from me. My bf had moved away (we are in a long distance relationship) and Sophie was my buddy to pull me thru the transition. Then in January my bf said, I think we should start looking for another baby. Well I said No, not until next summer.....well in April I am on yorkie talk and m Mom says Go into the for sale forum and I did and there was Disney. She seems to have been sent to me for help moving on with my life. I have been able to make more clear and concise decisions with her being by my side I love how they both just kind of happened...no planning or anything they just fell into my life at the right time |
05-19-2010, 02:05 AM | #9 |
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| Thank you for sharing your story. I too said no dogs, children take up alot of your time but now look at me
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05-19-2010, 02:39 AM | #10 |
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| I never, ever wanted a dog. I didn't want the mess and the responsibility. The past year or so has been rough. I am not where I want to be in my life as far as my job and my relationship, and I have been having terrible "baby fever" for some time. I couldn't fight the urge to want to take care of something. I bought a fish and then a hamster, just so I would have things to take care of. Well, 8 months ago my sister-in-law to be was facing major upheaval in her life. Her mom was moving far away and she was moving in with my brother. His apartment building does not allow pets. She didn't want Roxie to go far away with her mother, so she searched desperately for another option. I don't know what possessed me, but I said I would take her. It was a huge chance I was taking, but it just felt right at the moment. Roxie adjusted so well to the change, and now she is just spoiled rotten by her new mama. I do really feel Roxie filled a hole in my life. She showed up just when I needed her. I love coming home to her everyday and knowing that she will help me forget about the drama from the work day. My whole attitude about dogs has changed since having her, and I do really think it was meant to be. I am glad that you found Charlie, and that you had such a wonderful experience with Cinni. It's amazing the way things work out sometimes.
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05-19-2010, 06:15 AM | #11 |
Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Norwood, MA
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| My whole attitude about dogs has changed, too. I mean, I always sort of liked them. I always thought puppies were cute. But I didn't want all the work either. But I guess when it's right, it doesn't seem like work or a chore. I've had people come into my life that I really believe God brought them to me or that we were meant to know each other, and I feel the same way about Cinni and Charlie. And this is the best site. I keep learning more and more. I realize now that things could have been a disaster but we've been fortunate in how things turned out. |
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