Matilda

Shifty

New member
I just wanted to stop in and say "thank you" to everyone for all of their help over the past few years.

My wife & I decided this week that we were postponing the inevitable more for ourselves rather than for the best interest of our little girl. The cancer was becoming too much for her to bear though in classic Newf fashion she would never have shown the pain and discomfort around us. We met with the vets again yesterday morning and I'm sad to report that the Lady Matilda has crossed over the bridge.

I had honestly hoped that this wouldn't have happened during the holidays but it was my last gift to my little girl to let her go while she still had all of her dignity.

I told my wife that she left us the week before X-mas because she needed a few days to travel before the holidays hit. I guarantee that if you stare long and hard enough at a painting of the manger, you can see a proud female Landseer in the back corner keeping watch over that newborn child.

Again, thanks to everyone for all of the help.
 

Leslie

New member
So sorry to hear of Matilda's passing. I'm glad you were able to do what was best for her. I'm sorry you were unable to have her with you for the holidays. I'll bet you the rainbow bridge is a beautiful place at Christmas time. Decorated with hugs and kisses...
 

ina/puusty

New member
Your post..show'd us all..the deep and abiding love she was surrounded with..and her love..is with you still. Hugs and healing..ina n HB
 

ardeagold

New member
Please accept my condolences. I know that helping Matilda cross over the bridge was an extremely difficult thing for you and your wife.

However, I hope that knowing that Matilda is finally at peace and suffers no pain gives you some comfort. She's definitely watching over you, and will always be.

Godspeed Matilda.
 

sarnewfie

New member
i am so sorry for the loss of your wonderful girl.
you are right, she is watching over you and your family now.
 

swigginton

New member
Sorry to hear of the passing of Matilda.

Having been through the process of debating what to do and having made the decision we did, I find comfort in your words. I feel your loss as we helped our rescue Maggie to the bridge Friday night.

This time of year is about giving, caring and rejoicing. While it is sad to lose a loved one at this time of year, I would like to think of giving a gift to them in return for all they have given us. May you have fond memories of Matilda this holiday season.
 

AngusMcDubhsMom

New member
My deepest condolences. I know Matilda is watching over you and surrounded by many loving friends at the bridge. God bless you all.
 

NewfMom

New member
So sorry you lost her but very glad you were able to take the extra pain on yourselves to let her go while life was still good for her. I'm hoping for healing of your grief soon.
 

dogger

New member
It will be 3 years ago we help Beau across the bridge on Christmas Eve. Everyone one said how hard it is to do at that time of year. The truth is, it is never easy for us regardless of the time of year but it it is about what is best for them. Giving the gift of freedom from pain and discomfort is the best gift we can give our 4 footed family members.
Please accept my deepest condolences on your loss of your beloved Matilda.
 
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