{"id":7623,"date":"2011-04-18T13:50:32","date_gmt":"2011-04-18T19:50:32","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/fromthefrontporch.com\/WPBlog\/?p=7623"},"modified":"2013-08-22T11:18:46","modified_gmt":"2013-08-22T17:18:46","slug":"in-his-hands","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.beardogco.com\/theroadhome\/2011\/04\/in-his-hands\/","title":{"rendered":"In His Hands: Karl"},"content":{"rendered":"

A lump removed from Karl’s groin about 6 weeks ago was definitive for adenocarcinoma. Having been up and down with diagnoses since last August 1, I chose to continue postive, hopeful and enjoying each moment with Karl.<\/p>\n

Over the last two weeks, Karl has been up and down and last week, a steady decline. Sunday, I took Karl to the ER vet intending to let him go. Dr. Scott Smiley, who took care of us in August, was on duty. Dr. Smiley has a mobile operation for home and ranch veterinary service. We spoke. I made the decision to take Karl home and have Dr. Smiley come to the house this (Monday) morning.<\/p>\n

It was a long night but this morning, there was a dusting of snow and it was snowing lightly when we went outside. I sat with Karl in the woods, with the snow softly falling. I thought of all of the wonderful walks we had. I concentrated on enjoying our last hours together by remembering our wonderful 10 years together. <\/p>\n

About 30 minutes before Dr. Smiley was due, Karl woke. His eyes were clear. His personality shone through them. He kissed me. I smiled into his eyes and told him I loved him. He lay his head down.<\/p>\n

Dr. Smiley arrived and administered a sedative first. When Karl was sedated, the final shot was given with me holding Karl. Karl’s passing was quiet and peaceful.<\/p>\n

It is a heartbreaking loss. I’ve loved Karl with all my heart for 10 years and will love and miss him for all of my days. I have no regrets over the decision to let him go this morning and know that he is out of pain. I am grateful beyond words for how peaceful it was and what a beautiful morning we had as well as the joy of the last 10 years.<\/p>\n

I learned a lot over the last months and hope I can share that over time. <\/p>\n

For today, I celebrate Karl’s life and the great privilege I had of sharing his life and of knowing his great and loving spirit.<\/p>\n

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In His Hand is the life of every creature and the breath of all mankind.<\/em>
\nJob 12: 7-10 <\/p><\/blockquote>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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