13th Birthday
Yesterday would’ve been Sebastian’s 13th birthday. I still think of him every day, have his photo as my cell phone wallpaper and find his Husky hairs scattered about the house (true I can’t be sure they’re his versus Nico’s, Brody’s or Luna’s, but I’m sure some of them are still his!) It’s amazing what an impact a pooch can make on one’s life. Sebastian spent 11+ years teaching me about friendship, dedication and perseverance. Despite the myriad of health issues he battled over the years (GI sensitivity, hypothyroidism, soft tissue sarcoma followed by a full leg amputation, and a stint with cancer metastasis into his lungs), he was still cuddly and smiley. He taught me that no matter what life throws at you, there’s no reason to let it bring you down. He walked (hopped?) himself out of the vet clinic the evening of his amputation, he was full of love and just as handsome with three legs as he was with four legs. I still believe the amputation was the best decision and appreciate that it gave us a few more good months with one another.
Despite how much I miss him, my tears have turned to laughter and I continue to speak fondly about my guy as if he was still with us. We said goodbye to him 6 months and two days ago and in so many ways it seems like it was just yesterday.
I hope wherever he finds himself now, he’s being treated to bunnies he can chase, a bushel of fresh tomatoes and a soft, cushy, warm bed. I will always love you Sebastian, and will never forget all of the life lessons you taught me without even intentionally doing so. I’m looking forward to seeing you again someday, my blue-eyed handsome man. <3
2 comments so far
3:25 am - 3-25-2015
So glad you posted today and shared some more lovely memories of wonderful Sebastian.
You bet he’s chasing bunnies and earing lots of ice cream and steak! Once you’re at the Bridge, dogs can eat all the chocolate they want too!
Yeah, this journey is sooooo I intense, we relive every moment ss though it all did halpen yesterday. The void is immense. Sebastian is pleased though that you are now able to focus more and more on all the thousands of days of happy memories the two lf you shared!
Thank you Sebastian, for allowing us to share this journey with you. And thank you for teaching us all how to flourish in the face of adversity!
HAPPY BIRTHDAY SEBASTIAN!! Celebrate loke crazy with all your pals at the Bridge! And go easy on the bunnies, okay? After all, Easter is coming!
Sending love and hugs!
Sally and Alumni Happy Hannah and Merry Myrtle too!
6:51 pm - 3-28-2015
Oh sweet Sebastian, happy birthday in heaven. I know you and Jerry and all our Tripawd Angels found the magic land of bunnies and skwirrels and having so much fun chasing and treeing them all! You’re so gentle though I know you would just play with them even if you did catch one!
We will always remember your deep blue eyes, the touched are souls and continue to shine a light on this community. Thank you sweet pup, you are changing lives.