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I'm so sorry you lost your precious Riley.

I'm so sorry you've gotten this terrible news about your beautiful Chad, and are making the most difficult of decisions. That suddenness is one of the many devastating things about osteo---sometimes you just don't even know until a bone fractures. Because they are often so stoic, and don't let us know they're in so much pain, we are faced with having to make a heartbreaking decision very quickly. I know how stressful it will be (or already has been) having to fly such a great distance, knowing what you do, but it's good that you will be with him. I know what it's like to lose one when you're not there, even though they are in loving hands, and am sending much sympathy.

Thanks, Ducky, for adding Finn. I still get teary eyed when I think of him and how much his Mom and Dad are missing him. He was only 7, and such a special boy. A wonderful pet sitting client who I would stay with for weeks at a time, for several years. I was supposed to stay with him for 3 weeks this December. His family gave me so many things that were his, which makes me smile. I think he would like that---he always liked making people smile.

Oh, he was beautiful! Your couch and food loving boy was truly exceptional. I'm so sorry you lost your precious Higgins.

What a sweet, lovely girl she must have been. I would love to see some pictures. I'm so sorry you lost your precious Wendy. I know she'll have a paw in sending you someone to help your hearts heal.

I'm so sorry you lost your precious Suki. I know this was a heart wrenching decision for you, but it was made from love. Never pay attention to the sad people who "think you are nuts", or try to diminish the love you shared, and your deep sense of loss at her passing. They are deficient in their souls.

I'm so sorry you lost your precious Gigi. I have a soft spot in my heart for the Galgos, and she was so very lovely. Thank-you for giving her a wonderful home and family.

Sharon, what hotel are you in? Is everything headquartered at the Sleep Inn? Will tents be there as well? And is that where a lot of vendors are staying? We haven't been to Dewey since 2011, but I know that some hotels always got a lot more traffic than others. We vended from our room once---I think it was our last year. We were in the Sea Esta 3, and on the 3rd floor, so I know we didn't get as much traffic as others located more conveniently. Of course, we always sold less than everyone else anyway! But we did okay, mostly early on. We just put our stuff on both beds. But some people pushed the beds to one side, or I even saw people who stacked the mattresses against the wall. I guess it would depend on how much merchandise you had. Some people---who clearly made more money than we did---even got another room, and devoted that just to vending. We just had one small banner, which we put on the railing outside our door. You could see it from below, so I think it helped, but we were also the only ones vending on the third floor. We also taped small signs on the first floor, and in the elevator, and the hotel let us do that. I've found that the more popular vendors can pretty much vend anywhere, and people will find them. We didn't have that luxury, and being new, you probably don't either. I think the map listing every vendor is a very good---even necessary---idea. People have to be able to find you. Not sure I understand why Larry's asking some people to vend from their rooms. Is there not going to be a tent? If there is a tent, what difference would it make, other than that if the weather is bad, you'd be inside if you didn't want to take the chance.

Aw, Tanzi..... she's telling you how happy she is to be here. I remember seeing Winnie, on 3 legs, outrun her 4 legged sisters. I held my breath, but had to let her do it. She was so happy.

Oh, so sad to lose such a lovely young woman.

How old is Milo? (Oops, Jen aleady asked that.) And how long have you had him? A newly adopted Grey is likely to have marking issues. A lot of times, a belly band helps with this. Is he an ex-racer? I'm just curious why he wasn't neutered before you adopted him. Most adoption groups will not place an un-neutered or un-spayed dog. And sometimes when a new dog comes into the house, the ones already there might have some dominance issues. Is Milo new or was he there before the other 2? In any case, I'd get that guy neutered!

Laura, even the most beautiful, most eloquent tributes don't always make me cry. Celeste's did. Although at the end of a long life, well lived, and absolutely well loved, the loss of your first Greyhound, the one who started you on this journey, is the most heartbreaking of all. I'm so very sorry you lost your amazing Celeste.

It's so hard to lose them, but doubly heartbreaking when it is sudden. I'm so sorry you lost your precious Clifford.

You are right---just from your wonderful pictures, Angie captured my heart. I've always loved pugs---from my uncle's many years ago, to clients at the vet where I worked---but have not had the pleasure of owning one. How blessed you were to have shared your life with this special little lady---a clown, a princess, a patient Greyhound pillow. I'm so sorry you lost your precious Angie.

I can't imagine how much you are missing your precious girl. But from your lovely tribute, it seems that smiles were more like her than tears. I'm so sorry you lost your beautiful Brin.

I'm so sorry that damn osteo stole your precious Buffy from you. You fought together so bravely, but you are right, it was time to let her go with dignity and love. Run free, sweet girl. You will be missed so much.

How blessed you were to have shared your life for 11 years with a dog who was truly meant to be part of your family, in every way. No wonder you will miss him so much, and no wonder you still wish for more time, and more precious memories. I'm so sorry you lost your sweet Ziggy.

This is one of the loveliest, most evocative tributes I've read. And she was one of the dearest little ladies. How you loved each other! I'm so sorry you lost your precious Daisy.

From reading your lovely tribute, it's clear that Flower was precisely where she was meant to be. I'm so sorry you didn't have more time with your precious lady.

We had some that was brownish gray. Wow, did the dogs love it!

Oh, Laura, you know I had a huge soft spot for your lovely lady. You and Regan recognized across the miles that there was something very special about her, something quietly but deeply beautiful. And I was ecstatic, because honestly, when I saw her in her cage, I thought, this one really needs a home! That graying face, that owie on her head..... We were so glad that you were able to instinctively know how sweet she was. I think it was her eyes, kind and gentle, but holding a touch of sadness from everything she had seen and endured. You were her angels, giving her some wonderful years filled with love, the safety of a close family, and of course, lots of good food! Everyone was thrilled to see her so happy. And, oh, the roo..... It just doesn't seem fair that you didn't get to have more time together, but you squeezed a lot of happiness into those years! I'm so sorry you lost your precious Beatrix.

Oh, Kari, I can't imagine your heartbreak at losing your beautiful, wonderful, precious lady. I'm so sorry.

Hey, Larry, I'm trying to register, but every time I try to get to the Paypal site, it won't let me. When the little screen comes up, for a split second, I see Continue, then it disappears! Am I doing something wrong? I guess I could pay with a credit card, but I'd prefer Paypal. Thanks! Oops, nevermind! I made the little box full screen, and was able to continue. We're registered! Coming on Wednesday.

While reading your beautiful tribute, I was thinking, it's clear that Phoebe was such a happy dog, one who was very loved, and she knew it. Losing her so soon after your other 2 must be devastating. I'm so sorry you lost your princess, your precious Phoebe.

Your love shines through in every word of your beautiful tribute. I'm so sorry you lost your precious Deuce.