Koi and Life Updates

[abs27]

It has been a really tough couple weeks for our little household as of late. Last week, Wilson caught a stomach virus and felt wretched for a few days. I felt horrible for him because I know how much he hates being sick. During that time, he spent an insane amount of time at home and watching over Koi, our dog. As you know, we knew we were

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[kate1125]

I am so sorry about Koi, I know how sad it is to lose a pet. You made such a strong and selfless decision though!
Good for you for waking up and working out this morning! I really find that when I work out (as much as I don't enjoy it at the time) I feel sooo much better after. I even notice myself slipping back into the funk the days that I don't work out. It helps that my pants fit better because of it to.
Hang in there!

[abs27]

Thanks Kate. It really is hard to make that selfless decision and understand that it is about him and not you/us. Working out can really do wonders for you physically and emotionally. It's keeping it up is the hard part.

[bsbabe04]

I was sorry to hear about Koi- I had been waiting to see if you would post about what happened. You know, I never realized how much our pets are a part of our lives until I actually owned my dog. Of course, I grew up with dogs, but it's really like they are our children. It is painful to think that we must make these decisions for them, but in the end it's the best thing. Koi is looking down on you, I'm sure!

[abs27]

Koi was really my first dog, but more like my step-dog since I adopted him when we got married. I loved him less though and he will always be a part of us. I have to admit that I was not a dog lover pre-Koi, but now I find myself longing for another puppy. Probably not anytime soon - we have to wait for the wound to heal. But I know understand how much a pet adds to your life!

[littlest_e]

I am so sorry you had to go through the loss of your dog. Koi was such a beautiful rottie! I know what it's like to go through that and even though it gets easier every day, it's still the loss of a family member. I'll be thinking of you guys.

Ugh, talk about feeling run down and slothful! I am green that you found the determination to get back on the active bandwagon. Hopefully I'll be able to get my booty back into the gym and feeling healthy. After so long, it's hard to remember what the feels like.

Have a better week lady! I am glad Wilson is feeling better.

e.

[abs27]

Thanks Erin. Koi was a beautiful dog. I think you guys have a Rot as well? When I first met him, I was pretty hesitant since I had heard the reputation of Rotties, but he turned out to be the sweetest dog ever.

I certainly took everything I had to get my body moving and I'm hoping I'll be able to keep it up. I was a bit overzealous yesterday because I am paying for it today and walking around like I am 20 yrs. older than I am.

[ssstephaniem]

I am so sorry for you and Wilson in losing Koi recently. My heart really feels for you both since you know I went through the same thing earlier this year. I am just starting to get back to normal where I can talk about him and not totally lose it but I still think about my dog a lot and it just breaks my heart. It does get better at some point, it just takes time.

What is up with all the rain here lately??? Now all of a sudden it's supposed to be 72 today. So it's going to go from super cold to super hot. I hate the extremities in Northern Cali.

You are so awesome for trying to break out of the funk by working out and running. I'm so inspired!

[abs27]

It does take time and everyday gets a little better. We have a picture of him up in our house and I still say hello to him everytime I walk in. I think having that is really comforting because I still feel like he is there watching over us.

The weather this year has been absolutely crazy! I'm thankful to have this small stretch of sunny days. Even if it only lasts till the weekend, I'll take it!

[drzwife]

I feel motivated to go to the gym now!
I'm so sorry to hear about Koi. I can't imagine how difficult it must have been (and still is)

[abs27]

I'm glad you feel motivated. Maybe hearing about your adventures to the gym will keep me on track!