The Last Chapter…Tank came back home today.
Tank being Tank
Nearly 5 months since Tank’s Journey started, we made our last trip to the veterinary hospital today to pick up Tank’s ashes.
I cried nearly the whole way home, holding on my lap the tiny, cedar box that held our precious Tank. While Tank’s spirit is not in that box, this brings closure. In combination with the cedar box and Tank’s spirit which surrounds us every minute, he is back home.
With the continuation of the circle of life, tomorrow is Diesel’s first official vet visit with the same vet, Doctor C, who has seen our family through all our pets. Having Diesel has somewhat softened the blow of losing Tank. Diesel commands our attention with his youthful attitude and boundless energy. Diesel has all the makings of a fabulous addition to the household and a new companion to Richard.
While working in the yard, swimming in the pool, drives in my truck, even living in this home will never be the same, neither will all of us who loved Tank, because no matter who you are, no matter what type of dog, no matter how long they blessed you with their company, each one was the best dog we ever had!
Thank you to everyone who helped us through this very difficult time. I will always be a supporter of this site. Please never stop doing what you do until the day fuc$king cancer no longer exists. We need you too much!
Here are some pictures of the next generation of our family, Diesel, our 12 week old Rottweiler puppy.
Thanks and love to everyone!
Lisa
Diesel & Encore "smiling" for the camera!
Diesel surveying his territory
Diesel & Richard
Diesel & Encore, the beginning of a long friendship!
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That’s beautiful photo of Tank. His spirit shall live on here forever. Thanks for checking in!
Wow! I am choking back the tears right now. The day I picked up “the box” (3 times) was in some way, the most emotional of all. It was the day I could finally sit down beside them and pour out my heart without having to worry about the medical care.
My heart and hugs are with you.
Tank was incredibly handsome. Diesel will be, too, I can see. He will be bigger than that dog bed in a couple of weeks and then Encore will have it all to himself! Sitting there on the driveway, Diesel looks like he picked up some of Tank’s dignified poses. I know what you did today was painful; I’m glad Diesel’s playfulness will help you heal.
Shari
The grief of loss and the joy of puppyhood happening at the same time is quite a roller coaster of emotions. I’m so glad you’ve got that new, joyful spirit in your life. And I’m glad you have a heartfull of wonderful memories of Tank. May you have years of healthy, happy times ahead with your new furbaby.
Hugs and Wags
Judy and Baby
The day they come home is so bitter sweet. I’m glad he is home with you.
Love the “smiling” photo. Glad Diesel and Encore are helping with the healing, like Rita is doing with us.
Jackie, Angel Abby & MBBunny Rita’s mom