Monday, September 1, 2008

In Memorandum

We have a heavy heart today as we share the loss of our dear dog Misty Jo. She has been staying on the farm with Gordon's cousin Wendall and Kathy while we got settled here. She was old and suffering from dementia that was causing aggression and confusion. While we are very sad she is gone, and I personally feel terrible that I was not with her, we are greatful to Wendall and Kathy for their care and love to her at the end of her life. At first we were not going to tell Josh, she was his special dog (she slept under his crib when he was first born) but this morning he asked when we were going to go get the dogs and we knew we had to tell him. We have promised him to always tell him the truth so we did. He cried and was very sad but we talked about how happy she was now and that she wasn't confused anymore. I was very proud of him because he wanted to tell the other kids and he did a great job.
Josh is having a hard time of it right now. He can not stop throwing up and is very weak. I am beginning to see a pattern, I don't think we are dealing with nausea as much as dizziness that is causing nausea. I am not sure if that is good or bad but we see the doctor tomorrow and hopefully they can help. It was the prime reason we didn't know if we should tell him about Misty but I am glad we did. He really is remarkable, with all the terrible things that keep getting thrown at him he just keeps getting back up and handling it all. Also it is what makes me greatful everyday for our faith. Being able to tell him she was with Heavenly Father and happy matters. Joshua (and the rest of us) has such a great faith in Heavenly Father's plan and belief that we will live after this life and be together again as family. It gives us peace and security that we need now. I laugh when I think of Misty laying at the Masters feet and snoring! HAHAHA Please keep us in your prayers, I do know that Josh is sad and Teddy took it hard as well.


Before I forget again: Our new address is

1903 Plum Falls Lane
Pearland, TX 77581
281-506-8987
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5 comments:

Tamee said...

Glad you put up a address. Sorry to hear about your dog. But glad to hear that you are all transitioning to Texas. Are the kids all excited for school? Tell Josh we love him, and are thinking about him daily. I love you girl. And wish we could be there to help out.
Do ya see the light at the end of this forever long dim tunnel? I know that easy going, no stress days are ahead for ya. ENDURE, my friend!

September 1, 2008 at 5:50 PM
cyndi said...

I'm saddened to hear about Misty, especially after she made the long trip down there. There is so much love in your home that you can handle anything together. Please tell Josh and the other kids that we're thinking about them and praying for all of you. Was he able to do any reading? If so, I hope he enjoyed the Hatchet adventures.
Psalm 29:11:
The Lord gives his people strength.The Lord blesses them with peace.
Love,
Cyndi

September 2, 2008 at 9:29 AM
Janette Porter said...

So sorry to hear about Misty. She was such a beautiful dog!

September 2, 2008 at 12:02 PM
A mother heart said...

I'm so sorry about Misty. She was a good dog.
I'm even more sorry to hear that Josh is struggling so badly right now.
We love you all and are praying for you! Jamie always prays for Josh in her prayers every night.

September 2, 2008 at 5:19 PM
susan said...

Sorry to hear about Misty from Josh on the phone. Misty was a Mom for many, and a wonderful dog. And you as a Mom for many, are a wonderful person. How did you turn out so great, and I'm so messed up? :-) I love you all, and it hurts that I can't be there with you. God Bless, Love and Hugs. Aunt Susan & Uncle Richard

September 3, 2008 at 8:16 AM

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