Maryanne
I first learned of Maryanne when the Hancock County Animal Shelter Foundation in New Manchester, WV posted her picture and a description about her on Facebook. She immediately stole my heart. After a couple of visits to see her and to be certain that she would accept me, I decided to adopt her and give her a new home and a new life. She had a problem with her hind leg which was thought to be arthritis and it would affect her walking every couple of days. She was full of life and loved to roll around in the grass, get a bath, and go for rides in the car. Whenever she experienced a rough day, I would lie next to her on the floor at night and she would cuddle up next to me. The condition with her leg got worse and I took her to the vet. An x-ray showed that she had bone cancer which was terminal and probably only had a month or two of life left. Unfortunately, she became completely unable to walk only a week later and I had to take her back to the vet. Her prognosis was not good and there was nothing more that could be done for her so I had to make that dreadful decision which tore my heart out. I had plans to take her back to the animal shelter for a visit and photograph a series of portraits that day but instead I had to bury her. She is sadly missed by many especially me. We only got to enjoy four short weeks together but they were great. REST IN PEACE MY BABY GIRL – June 20, 2013.
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Greg
on June 24, 2013Vince - this best describes you -
“Once upon a time, there was a wise man who used to go to the ocean to do his writing. He had a habit of walking on the beach before he began his work.
One day, as he was walking along the shore, he looked down the beach and saw a human figure moving like a dancer. He smiled to himself at the thought of someone who would dance to the day, and so, he walked faster to catch up.
As he got closer, he noticed that the figure was that of a young man, and that what he was doing was not dancing at all. The young man was reaching down to the shore, picking up small objects, and throwing them into the ocean.
He came closer still and called out "Good morning! May I ask what it is that you are doing?"
The young man paused, looked up, and replied "Throwing starfish into the ocean."
"I must ask, then, why are you throwing starfish into the ocean?" asked the somewhat startled wise man.
To this, the young man replied, "The sun is up and the tide is going out. If I don't throw them in, they'll die."
Upon hearing this, the wise man commented, "But, young man, do you not realize that there are miles and miles of beach and there are starfish all along every mile? You can't possibly make a difference!"
At this, the young man bent down, picked up yet another starfish, and threw it into the ocean. As it met the water, he said,
"It made a difference for that one.”
― Loren Eiseley
janet
on June 24, 2013Oh Vince, you are an amazing man! You gave Maryanne the time of her life those four short weeks. May God, And Maryanne, smile and watch over you and your Family! You are truly Awesome!
Guest
on June 24, 2013She went to the Rainbow Bridge with all the other loving pets. Thank you for taking her and giving her all the love care you gave her. She was a beautiful . I know how it hurts. You can send her picture to Rainbow Bridge and they will make you a beautiful picture of her. So Sorry for your loss.
Catherine Marinacci
on June 24, 2013She passed away knowing that she was loved. That is all any of us really want. Thank you for loving her. I am sure she generously gave it back to you.
Della
on June 24, 2013Thank you so much for making the end of her life enjoyable to the best of your ability. I'm in tears. This world needs more people like you.
Toby
on June 24, 2013I am so sorry for your loss... RIP Maryanne..
Lynn
on June 24, 2013(Sorry, my comment got cut off....) You're a wonderful "fur-dad" to adopt this precious girl, and give her the safe and happy life that she most definitely deserved. The impact you had on her, and obviously the impact she had on you, will be one you'll remember forever. Rest in Peace, sweet MaryAnne
Lynn
on June 24, 2013Absolutely heartbreaking...