I Couldn't Have Done It Without You!

[Lucy & AnnaBelle's Mom]

In the mail today I received a box with a wonderful "Thinking of You" card telling me to just be sure to take care of myself with all sorts of wonderful goodies to pamper myself including the most required pampering item there is (which of course is chocolate).  This box touched me in ways I can never even begin to appropriately express.  The reason being, it was from a young college student.  We all know that college students are usually living on Raman Noodles and stretching every single penny they have.  I remember that she not to long ago was without a beloved prized possession and was going to save her money to get a new one.  Camilla this was the most thoughtful, touching thing and I appreciate it more than you will ever know. Thank you so much for thinking of me, your thoughtfulness will be with me forever.

That being said, I wanted to just take a moment once again to thank everyone here for all your sweet thoughts and prayers, your continued notes to me, and just checking in to see how Lucy is doing.  This whole process would have been unbearable without knowing that I had all of you out there thinking of us and all of your words and encouragement and even for your loving and missing Sophie just like we have.  We have gotten so many cards and notes from the people in the nursing homes and hospitals where she visited.  Her memory lives on in the hearts of many people.   She brought so much joy to so many in her short life.

Lucy still seems to be doing pretty well.  We took our 1st overnight road trip Tues and Wed of this week and I do have to say that it seemed really strange traveling with just one Doodle.  Lucy did ok, although she kept a really close eye on us at all times.  When we would stop for her potty breaks she wouldn't want Mike or I either one or the Van out of her sight.  I think she was feeling a little insecure.  The interesting thing that we have noticed though is there is very little barking now.  I'm not sure if they fed off of each other or if Sophie was the instigator.  It certainly didn't seem that way.  But, Lucy seldom barks (indoors) now.  She only barked one time in the hotel.  It is really going to be interesting to see her come into her own now.  We are trying to see how she is going to do around other dogs now and see if it makes any difference.  She is so protective of other dogs around me, but I'm hoping we can get her a little more secure with that.  Not sure though.  So, all in all I think that she is doing ok.  Her front leg seems to be getting much better.  We took her 1st walk in a week today.  Mike and I still struggle at times (like while I'm typing this), but we can also think about the happy times and the wonderful memories as well.

Again, Camilla you made my day so special.  Thank you to everyone for being the wonderful special group of friends I could ever hope to have!    Some day I hope to meet some more of you in person!

Sheri

[Camilla and Darwin]

We all love you Sherri, and I'm sure everyone, like me, wishes that we could be there in person to hug you and give Lucy a big kiss! It's good to hear that her leg is improving! I agree with you that DK is a wonderful place, I have met so many awesome members here that I consider true friends, you included!

[Joanna, Zoe & Bender]

it really warms my heart how much love DK members have for another and all the support!  Camilla is so sweet :)

I'm glad Lucy is doing ok...hope she adjusts and hope her leg gets better.  XO

[Traci -Bexter & Maggie]

Bless Lucy's heart.  I am so sorry you guys have had such a rough time, but am thankful for Camilla's thoughtfulness.  I can't imagine how difficult all of this has been for you.  I sometimes allow myself to imagine life after Bexter or Maggie.  Then, I try not to think about it.  It is so unimaginable, but we all know it is inevitable.  You are living it now.  We are all thinking of you.

[Jane, Guinness and Murphy]

I'm in tears yet again.  Camilla, you are one special young lady....you keep proving that over and over.  Sherri, I'm relieved to hear that you and Lucy seem to be doing okay.