Tipper - adrenal tumor/breathing issues

You are getting a tiny taste of what it is like to be a foster parent. We fall in love with each little charge then have to let them go. But you are a vital, important step in Grace's new life - a life she would NOT have had any chance of if not for you. In the short time you have had her, you have given her more than she's probably ever had in her life - more attention, more care, more love. These things she will carry with her always. You leave a mark on her heart just as she leaves one on yours. You are also bringing great joy to another family thru Grace. You are helping fill a void in their life just as Grace filled one in yours for a time. You are passing on the hope, happiness, and love that Grace carries with her from your home to her new one. You are helping to create a new family unit. YOU have shown her what it means to be loved, YOU have shown her how wonderful life can be. And now you are letting her go to a home that can offer just as much, if not more because she will not have to be so limited in their home. You are doing the right thing for all. Be sure her new family has your email and hope they will send you pics and updates on Grace. That is a truly wonderful thing for foster parents - to know their little ones are doing good in their new homes. You will feel as if a part of your heart is being ripped out as you drive away with her but remember, if not for you Grace would probably not be alive to have a new home. YOU saved her and gave her the chance she needs to live out her life in love and care....and give love as you have taught her. That pain you will feel between your shoulders is simply your wings making their appearance.

Hi Patti

Glad you found Grace a home I know it can't of been easy for you to see her go but you did the BEST for her in every way. I have not been getting post notifications again.

So I haven't posted for a bit. Hope you are OK

Diana & Teddy xxx

Hi Everyone:
I am trying to stay busy today so I don't think about Grace leaving me. Well it isn't working too well. I am still crying about her. I hope these people truly know how special she is, and how I struggled to let her go. They better treat her like the princess she is. I will take some pictures of them tomorrow with Grace. Tipper walked tow times today. I can see that she has lost weight now just by looking at her. It is fairly warm today so both dogs had a good time. I am so glad
Tipper was OK last note. I need to get something before spring and storms coming. I ordered. Some cleaner online as it takes a special cleaner to kill corona virus. I will have to clean that room thoroughly and keep all animals out for 3 months to make sure all of it is dead.
This is going to be a bad weekend for me, but I was blessed to know Grace and have her here for as long as I did. She was really playing with me this morning, and running and jumping to get her toys. I will give them to the lucky couple that is getting her.
Thank you Leslie, you have such a gift to be able to write like you do. I will never forget this very special, wonderful cat. Blessings
Patti

Leslie always knows the right thing to say. Sending you a big hug. You saved grace and couldn't have done any more.

Mel
Xxxx

I cried when I read what Leslie wrote. She does have a way with words and fostering I can tell you is dear to her heart, so maybe it if because she and some of the others here (hello Glynda) know the feelings you are going through all too well themselves. You will be okay eventually and Grace will always be a part of your heart. This couple sounds wonderful and I they are already looking at ways to make Grace feel like the special being you already know her to be.

I'm glad Tipper got some walking time today.

hugs,
sharlene and molly muffin

Patti,

I'm crying too as I type this.

It's a great sign that they're out shopping for Grace! As much as you'll miss her, this definitely sounds like a winning situation for her. Sleeping in bed with them too <3 How sweet!

As I said, ask them if you can visit once or twice to check in. Getting email updates is a great idea and maybe the three of you will become friends through your love for animals? That would take away any doubts that you have.

Tipper had a better night that I expected to hear. We had the rain all night and today too. I can't recall hearing any thunder.

I could never be a foster parent. I'm MUCH MUCH to attached to my furbabies!

Please try to get some rest dear.

two walks, and the thunder was over quickly, not a bad day for tipper. just try to think about the good home you found for grace and if they are as nice as you mentioned here, they will send you updates and pictures.
what was the reason the vet did not want to give you tranquilizers for tipper? they must know that you won't harm tipper. stress is not good especially for cushing dogs.
hope you will catch up with some sleep tonight and have a safe trip tomorrow.

Thinking of you Patti.
Remember that Grace is going to another loving home.
Please ask these people to keep you updated on her. It will make you worry less.

Hugs!

Thinking of you this morning, Patti, and sending you strength and comfort. I know this trip today will be so hard. But just remember, we will be alongside you in spirit. And Grace will never forget you, and you will never forget her. You will always remain connected, even across the miles. And that is a sweet thing, even though the parting will be so hard.

Right here this morning with you. Think I will just pop along for the ride.
You have done a wonderful thing with Grace. Not easy but definitely wonderful
Hope Tipper had a good night so you are rested

Hugs
Sharlene and Molly muffin