I didn't think I'd make it BUT -
 

I didn't think I'd make it BUT - WE DID !

The girls and I are in our new apartment.

I wanted to let everyone know I have a new email - new phone and new place and thank you guys again for the support after my husband died.

There were many many days I didn't think I'd make it this far but we did and I think the worst is behind me now.

I still can't believe I packed up my whole 3 bedroom house all by myself and after selling so many things I loved - and giving away what I couldn't take with me - I think we did A-OK ! The new place is looking really nice.

Thanks to Jamie and Linda for giving some of my things a new 'home' ...you don't know what a big help that was !! and thanks to the people who have kept in touch via emails and calls & even sending the girls little gifts :) there are some great people on this site ...there were days I was so far down and you all touched me in ways I can't do justice to.

The girls arent used to 'apartment' living yet but are doing really well considering all the changes in their little lives....First they lost their dad - then beautiful Tessa (my cocker) had to go to Rainbow Bridge :( (I was too numb to post about that when it happened) :( and we left the only home they knew....Not to mention me working full time and that makes for 2 very confused little yorkies.... so I'm really proud of them.

We've been here since Wednesday night and I see little improvements each day

I don't know how I'd have made it thru all this without your help and encouragement. There's too many to thank individually but know you have my gratitude and I hope one day I can be 'there' for someone like you all were for me.

ps...for those who have my 'vrochford' @ comcast.net email address - my new one is exactly the same only change it to @att.net

Glad to hear your settled in. I know it must be so tough for you and the girls. I'm sorry to hear about Tessa :(

Congrats Vee, you are amazing:) . Hugs to you and your little Sweeties.

It's the beginning of your new life, enjoy it! :)

Hey girl it's good to hear from you. Isn't it amazing how strong we are when we have to be.

I'm glad you got all settled in. I bet the girls will miss their back yard spy girl lookout.

Sorry to hear about Tess.

Good luck to you.

OMG Villette I'm so sorry about Tessa. :cry:

I am very glad to hear you're settling in. :) Hugs!

Morning Vi!
Sounds like your new apartment is going to work just fine for you and the girls!!!
You will have to take pics for us once you are settled in and decorated.

So sorry to hear about Tess. Another large mountain to climb for you.
It is defintiely time for an UP-swing.......... you deserve it!!

...........by the way, is there any chance that you are going to decorate one of your new rooms really "girlie"??? You HAVE to have a girlie room.... lots of "froo froo" stuff!!! :D

V,
Thanks for updating us on your move. I know that was incredibly hard for you. You and the girls have had so much change in your life.....stay strong and take things day by day.....you are in my thoughts & prayers daily. I am so sorry to hear about Tessa.
I am sure your girls will find a new way to spy.....I look forward to your stories (and pics) about their new life in the apartment.

Glad you and the girls are getting settled in to this new chapter in your lives!

I'm so sorry about Tess. :lovewings

OOOOOOOOOOOOOOOooooooooooooooooooo.............. I have an idea.... The girls will LOVE it!!!

You need to get a peephole (like in most apartment doors), but have it installed at Furbutt height. A Great way to keep up the Spygirls in "undercover" shape!!! :p

I am glad to hear you are getting settled in your new place

Thank you guys about Tessa...just posting that made me cry again. :(

She went downhill really bad after her daddy died....She was his 'girl' and knew how sick he was and never left his side. After he died - she started losing weight fast and would wander the house at night crying and had stopped eating. Much of it was her chronic ear problems but the weight loss was totally new......I tried to get her 'back' and we went to the vet 3 times -but it got to the point where they said she had to have surgery or would be living in pain for the remainder of her life ....at that time I just didn't have that kind of money -

I didn't make the decision lightly - when I brought her back to the vet that last time - knew in my heart what the outcome would be.:(

I spoke with several people who had the same surgery for their cocker and there was only a small chance it would have worked for her due to her age and how bad her ear problems were .....but the guilt about not having the money about put me under... :( :( :(

She was especially special as she was my very 1st dog ever (My husband had bought her for me back when we first met)...making that decision was mind numbing especially since it was just 2 months after losing him - but I know I did the right thing for her. I loved her too much to let her suffer.

Wow, V, you have come so far! You had to overcome so many things in the last few months...and you did!! I'm really proud of what you were able to do! So sorry to hear about Tessa :cry: You are very special and I look forward to hearing new stories from you! You rock, V!! :cheer:

Thanks everyone.....I'm still having a hard time posting - this is the 1st time I've really talked about Tessa .....

and S&S - a 'girlie' room in PeeWees Playhouse ? The whole apartment is going to be girly but remember - it's a SMALL apartment ~

V, first I want to congratulate you on your move. This is the beginning of a brand new adventure! :love:

and I'm so, so sorry about Tessa. I know how much you and the girls love her. I was shocked when I read that. She is with Leonard now, and when your time comes they will be there ready to greet you. :)

I love you! :love:

hi ya
 

You are an amazing woman, and never ever think other wise!
Congratulations on the new place! It will feel like home soon.:D

V, I am very sorry to hear about Tessa. Hugs to you.....
Congratulations on taking such big steps in your grieving process. I am so proud of you and you have been so strong with all the changes you have had to make. This is a brand new chapter in your life with the girls and I know it my heart that you will continue to get stronger and stronger. God Bless.....

V, I know how hard it is to make that decision, I've been down tht road a couple of times. But she is no longer in any pain. God Bless You.

So sorry to hear about Tessa! How heart wrenching that must have been. You are a strong woman and admire your ability to overcome all that you have and still come out with a smile on your face. I am glad the move is over and wish you the best in settling in your new place.

glad to hear from you.
 

Glad to hear all is going well and things are starting to settle in.. I too am sorry about Tessa.. :( I had to make a huge decision once, and how my god how hard that is, and still is on me.. but she was just too old and in too much pain.. I to think of sassie often.. sometimes too often..:(

You have climbed huge mountains in such a short time.. you have a lot of strength in you.. alway remember that. we women can do a lot when we just have no other choice. :)

Send me an email, so I will have your addie... Take care of you and the furbutts first and foremost.(((( Hugs)))) to you and the furbutts..

I'm excited for you V,I think you are doing great and good things are in your future! I'm so happy you are finding your old self. :)

I'm so sorry about Tessa *HUGS*

Villette I am so glad the move is behind you and now just time will takw care of the adjusting. I am so sorry about Tess, but she is free of pain and with Leonard again. You are so much stonger than you give yourself credit for!!! You are an inspiration!!

That's a lot of loss in a very short time. But, hopefully, I would have made the same decision.

Villette...CONGRATULATIONS on your new home and your new job. I know times have been hard, but you made it and now you are beginning your new life.

I'm sure the girls will be fine..remember their home is whereever you are.

I know you are glad to have the move and all behind you and now you can go forward in this new year.

Thanks guys....It means alot to me to read your replies....I still get too emotional posting sometimes.

So...for those who walk their yorkies on a regular basis (we're doing 2 walks a day) - how do you deal with CATS ?? :D It seems they are the pet of choice here and Cheri thinks they're just a larger version of a squirrel

Great to talk with you this morning! I am excited about your new
apartment. It sounds just precious and you are going to have it all
decorated and everything unboxed before you know it!

I know how hard that was about Tessa but you did the right thing for
her! It is NEVER easy to let them go but we just have to think about
what is best for them. She is with her daddy and they are both happy
and healthy again!!

We love you V! Call if you need anything.
HUGS and KISSES!! XOXOXO
Love,
Linda & PACK

Congratulations on your move. You should be proud of yourself. Any move is stressful, but yours pushed the limits! It's good to see you've landed on your feet -- and gotten the computer running at your new home!

You've been through so much in such a short period of time. Here's hoping you and the girls will settle in and build a new and exciting life together. You deserve it.

Hi Vi , it's so nice to hear from you. Iam so sorry about Tessa I know how much she ment to you.

Iam sure the girls will get used to apartment living quite quickly and great news about the 2 walks a day... :)

As for the cats....can't help you there Alfie hates them and Lottie hates them because Alfie hates them.Try giving them a treat everytime they see a cat just try to give them it when they are not going crazy. Best of luck.