Thank all of you for your very kind words.
My new Mom Misty is very different from Becca. Not that I expected their personalities to be similar, nor am I trying to replace Becca. Becca was such a sweet girl that no Dog could ever replace her. Misty is very laid back, quite clingy and as stated, has demonstrated some spectacular nurturing toward the litter.
Ha, I may be overcompensating some though, since I am keeping one of Misty's female pups, and have named her "Ishka" (BD 8-5-15). I think she's going to be "Head of House" given how she is already pushing her weight around the crib. She was first born, and given my complete respect and love for her Sire, Snickers, I just had to have one from his lineage.
I realize now, that I should have come back to this Forum much sooner. Communicating with those who really understand the loss we feel is so helpful in one's recovery.
I have truly missed you all.
