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I haven't been posting here for quite awhile but I am hoping I will be able to start posting more again now. I was busy at work as well as getting ready for the show in Clarion. Plus one of my dogs-my wonderful sweet Leonberger Sienna got bone cancer. At first we thought it was just more arthritis as she already had arthritis in a rear leg. But the meds she was taking didn't seem to be helping so I had it x-rayed--only to get the devestating news that is was bone cancer. This is a nasty painful cancer . I decided not to have her leg amputed and to go through chemo and radiation. I didn't think this fair to her at her age and as she did already have arthritis I think this would have put way to much stress on her. Leonbergers are VERY big dogs--she was 120+ pounds. So we decided to just give her pain medication and give her tons of love. I couldn't stand the thought of her being in pain so I wasn't going to make her hang on just because I didn't want to let her go. I knew it was time when the medications didn't seem to be working as well. I had to put her to sleep a few weeks before the Clarion show. Everyone thought I handled it pretty well--I even surprised myself with how well I seemed to handle it. But I haven't really allowed myself to grieve as I had so much I had to do. But now with the show over and done with it is starting to really hit me hard---I am bawling as I write this. I felt totally exhuasted all day at work yesterday and I know it is probably because of all the stress I have had lately. Unfortunatly the stress at work isn't over as I am going to have to work overtime the next coming weeks.
But I need to start coming back here---I have popped on and looked a bit---Ive just been quite when I did. I have loved seeing everyone's bears. Always good for a pick me up to see so many adorable sweet faces. And Clarion was wonderful! I met so many fabulous people and saw so many spectacular bears.
This is a marvelous place with lots of marvelous people! I know it will be good to be back!
Beth
near CologneBeth,
I'm so sorry to hear those sad news about your dog, hope you're doing well?
Big hugs, Ariane
Beth,
So sorry to hear about your beloved pet. :hug: I loved seeing your work in person at the Teddy Bear Reunion. I wish I could have had more time to chat with everyone. I think my husband talked to most everyone in the show room. Next time, I'll make him work the table and I'll go visit and take pics.
Hugs,
Alison
I'm so sorry to hear about your sweet dog, Beth. I understand the turmoil of trying to decide what is right for them, it's so easy to decide what is right for us - we would keep them here as long as possible! But that isn't always what is right for them and if she could thank you for what you did, she would. She knows you made your choice out of love for her.
Prayers to you for comfort -
xoxo,
Janice
I loved seeing your work as well Alison! And walking in the parade with you! I didn't get to see all the tables myself so I give a huge thank you to your husband for taking all the fabulous photos! He was a very gracious doorman for me on a number of occasions as well.
Thank you Janice. I think she did give me the ok. A few days before the dreaded day I was sitting with her in the back yard petting her and telling her how much I loved her and that it was almost time to go to heaven. She looked me straight in the eyes and stared at me as if to tell me it was ok.
Beth
Oh, Beth, I am so sorry for your loss! I understand completely and that grieving doesn't always hit us when we think it will. She sounds like such a sweet dog; I know you'll cherish her memory.
So glad you had a great time at Clarion. I would have loved to go. Hopefully next time! That black bear of yours is still my favorite. 
Hugs from the Springs,
Debora
desertmountainbearIt is nice to see you and your work back here Beth. I admired your bears while viewing Alison's Clarion pictures.
I am also very sorry to hear about your dog. It is hard to lose such a beloved family member.
Joanne
Dear Beth,
Sending you a big big hug. I'm so very sorry to hear the sad news but you know in your heart that you did the very best for your wonderful dog. Having to grieve is the worse thing ever, but it is the only way to make it possible in the near future for you to smile and laugh when you have all those fantastic memories of your lovely dog.
Lots of hugs, :hug: :hug:
Marilyn x
Good to see you here again Beth and my thoughts go out to you at this sad and stressful time. It is very hard saying goodbye to our much beloved pets - had my fair share of it and it does get harder and harder each time 
But we must remember them with happy thoughts 
Hugs Lyn :hug:
Dolls N DreamsHi Beth, loved seeing you at the Bear Bee in May and seeing all of your wonderful creations in person............Sweety, I'm soooooooo sorry to hear about your loss, it is sooooooooo hard to let a fur baby go, it just takes a lot of tears and time.............
Sending hugs and prayers your way!!!
Posts: 751Beth
I am SO sorry to hear about your dog.
Glad your back on TT though!
:hug: :hug:
Karon
DENBY BEARS
Hi Beth, glad to see you back on TT, its a great place to be to releive yourself of some of the stress in ones life. So sorry to hear about your geloved dog, but you just seem to know when the time is and I knew you thought it was the right time for your pet to cross that bridge. Pets bring us such joy and then you have to say good bye to them. Been there and done that.
Glad you had a great time at the show and got to meet a lot of bear makers that are on TT. I would love to go to a bear show. I think all the bears in one room would just mystify me. Anyhow, glad to have you back chatting with us once again.
Hugs Pat
Past Time BearsWe welcome you back to TT, Beth, and I'm so sorry about Sienna. Losing a beloved pet is a devastating, painful experience, but I've never let it stop me from having more animals in my life. The joy and comfort they bring far outweigh the disadvantages. Hopefully, when the time is right, you will feel like getting another companion. It's good to see you posting again.
Oh Beth, I do believe that she gave you the okay with her look -our kitty, Lucky, did the same thing when she was ready - it's amazing to have that connection - it's true, unconditional love. You were blessed to have that with her! I will pray for your comfort as you mourn her loss.
Big hugs,
Janice
The Littlest ThistleSo sorry to hear about your dog and work stress :hug:
