Don't waste time feeling guilty. Why are you punishing yourself? Max knows your heart and knows that it is big enough to love him and another Yorkie. I got another Yorkie very soon after Lacy's passing and it really helped a lot to bring back happiness in my life. I never once felt guilty or worried about what people thought (just really sad and depressed). Reading all of these posts I wonder if it was because Lacy was a girl and the new pup was a boy so I didn't feel like I was trying to replace her (but I now have added two more girls). I think you have a very kind husband and it's he who I would worry about hurting by not being appreciative of his wonderful gift. If you continue to have problems dealing with Max's death, seek some grief counseling because I am sure it is affecting your life in other ways too. |