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03-25-2012, 10:01 PM | #1 |
Donating YT 500 Club Member Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Baltimore, MD.
Posts: 1,078
| One Year Later... A year ago today, I found my senior girl, little Lucy, walking down a four lane road, 10pm on a snowy night. Despite searching, no one ever claimed her. Lucy's toenails were embedded in her footpads. She was starving, and carried a dry crust of bread in her mouth. She had ear infections, matting, dermatitis, multiple mammary tumors (we had surgery and the cancer came back). She's deaf, has canine dementia, LP's, collapsing trachea and kidney disease. We extracted a large tumor off her back, and removed eight rotten teeth. I came here to YT for the first time on April 7th to ask for advice. I read for hours to learn about caring for a senior Yorkie. Lucy and I were warmly welcomed. We've made friends here who have shared their wisdom, prayers and encouragements. Lucy is, without a doubt, one of the best things that ever happened in my life. I love that little girl more every day, and along the way, I fell head over heels in love with the Yorkie breed. In the year since Lucy came home, I have been blessed to foster a rescued Silky, two Chorkies, a Yorkie-Poo, and 2 Yorkies. Lucy is frail, but doing remarkably well for being so old and sick. She amazes me with her fighting spirit, determination to live and her capacity to still love people, even though they clearly didn't always do right by her. A year ago I could have never predicted that my life would take this sudden turn. All I know is that my world is a better place because my dear old gal is in it. I am thankful that we've had the precious gift of a whole year together. I'm thankful for new friends, and for the newest addition to the family, my little Mia. Thank you, Lucy for changing my life, and teaching me so many new things. Happy Got-Ya Day to my sweet little girl. It's because of you that I'm now proud to say that I am a Yorkie mommy. Sounds pretty good, doesn't it?
__________________ Kim- Mom to Lola, Mia, Allie, and Lucy, always in my heart |
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03-25-2012, 10:37 PM | #2 |
Donating Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: parma ohio
Posts: 166
| Wow by the Hand of God you were to be the one chosen as Mommy for Lucy! We have this inner strength that comes through and picks us up to get through life's challenges. I firmly believe our Yorkies bring this out in us all. We fight for them, stand by them, love them. All in all, they give us 10x more. You have been Blessed with a house full now, enjoy your babies. Happy Anniversay Lucy and Mom may you enjoy many more years, and thank you for sharing that part of your life here with us.
__________________ Anne furmommy to Shelby and Willow our little doll, Mooshe, Luka, Cocoa |
03-25-2012, 10:41 PM | #3 |
YT 3000 Club Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Idaho
Posts: 4,544
| Lucy is so very lucky to have you. |
03-25-2012, 11:45 PM | #4 |
Donating YT 500 Club Member Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: USA
Posts: 954
| What a great post. And a great reminder that we really do get by giving. Thank you for sharing and happy find day. |
03-26-2012, 01:10 AM | #5 |
♥ Piccolo & Vivi ♥ Donating Member Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Kentucky
Posts: 14,311
| Happy Gottcha Day for little Lucy! It sounds like both of you are blessed.
__________________ Lisa, Dixie, and Jazzy (RIP Piccolo and Vivi) |
03-26-2012, 01:21 AM | #6 |
YT Addict Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Nelliston NY
Posts: 383
| What a sweet story. Makes me cry to think about how some people treat animals, then I come here and see how the rest of us are and my faith in humanity is somewhat restored. Happy Gotcha day Lucy <3
__________________ Shannon.... Mommy of Nya , Jake , Riley and Piper .....Also my babies at the Bridge, I miss you and love you so much!! |
03-26-2012, 02:29 AM | #7 |
YT 1000 Club Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Syracuse NY
Posts: 1,590
| Happy Gotcha Day Lucy!
__________________ Melissa and Belle |
03-26-2012, 04:11 AM | #8 |
YT 1000 Club Member | Your story touched my heart. It was destiny that put you two together and I truly believe everything happens for "a reason". Happy Gottcha Day Lucy (and mommy).
__________________ Romeo and Sujata |
03-26-2012, 04:28 AM | #9 |
Donating YT 5000 Club Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Central Texas
Posts: 9,685
| Lucy's story brought tears to my eyes. I could feel the love you have for this baby through your words. You two are truly a blessing to each other. May you both have another wonderful year together. Happy "gotcha day"!
__________________ "Betty Boop" The light of my life & the joy of my living! |
03-26-2012, 04:48 AM | #10 |
YT 1000 Club Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Hibbing Minnesota
Posts: 1,106
| What a beautiful story and thank God Lucy found you. If she did not find you she would of died of starvation.I hope she has a few more wonderful years with her Mom. Susan |
03-26-2012, 05:09 AM | #11 |
Donating YT 1000 Club Member Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: FL, USA
Posts: 2,767
| Oh my! What a story! How wonderful for you both to have found each other! Although it happens all the time, it never ceases to amaze me the little miracles that occur. This is one such...and I am thrilled for you both. Happy Got-Ya Day, Lucy!
__________________ - Cat Brody Mia BriaStormy |
03-26-2012, 05:20 AM | #12 |
Donating YT 1000 Club Member Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Kentucky
Posts: 2,995
| Happy Gotcha Day Lucy !!!!! I'm so happy you found each other and I too loved you story.
__________________ Have a great day... Mommy to Yoshi and Miss Priss |
03-26-2012, 05:32 AM | #13 |
Donating YT 2000 Club Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: New York
Posts: 3,896
| Happy Gotcha Day to Lucy. I remember when you found her. I'm so very glad you have each other. What a wonderful home and life you are giving Lucy. |
03-26-2012, 05:33 AM | #14 |
Cedric♥Lola♥Keylo Donating Member Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Gilford, NH, USA
Posts: 9,209
| that is wonderful that you found each other and you have provided her with such excellent care and love!! happy one year!
__________________ Cedric N Lola N Keylo RIP Punkee Princess |
03-26-2012, 06:11 AM | #15 |
Donating YT 6000 Club Member Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: New York
Posts: 17,735
| Happy Gotcha Day dear Lucy! You are so blessed to have found each other. Hugs to you both. |
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