You don’t know how much I’ve enjoyed your Gidget posts during my year here on Substack. So of course this story made me smile. I’m so sad though that you’ve lost your little soul dog. I think your posts moved me so much because they remind me of my relationship with my own soul dog. Piper wouldn’t be considered the “ideal” dog to most people—she’s very quirky and stubborn and has a big personality. But my Dad always used to say, “I like my dogs with a little piss and vinegar” 🤣 Piper is full of that. Sounds like Gidget was too. The dogs that most of the world would label “broken” are the ones we’ve fallen in love with the most. I’m so glad you and Gidget saved each other. I hope she’s lifting her leg, marking every corner of heaven. Hugs to you.
If I’m not crying about your beautiful baby, I’m crying when I read these comments. She was a cute little girl. So sorry for your loss, sending love, hugs and prayers to you. And you are a wonderful writer. 🤗❤️🙏
What a beautiful bond you and Gidget shared. I, too, have received the profound loving bond of my rescue horse, Ted. It’s so hard for most to look deeper when an animal is displaying trauma with self-preservation behavior (including aggression). This comes from humans and experiences that have been anything but humane. What a gift Gidget was as you moved to Nashville and underwent the process of a second heart transplant. I’m so glad you had each other to lean on for love and support. My horse, Ted, came into my life after I was diagnosed with leukemia. It was not an easy journey but he has single-handedly shaped the course of my life and my work. I am sharing a recent article I wrote about our journey and the impending heartbreak of loss. Thank you, Dawn, for all of your service and love of rescue animals. May an abundance of health flow to you continuously. ❤️
I think she and I shared a history of our own traumas, so we understood each other. I'm so glad you and Ted found each other. They seem to know exactly what we need.
Everything with Gidget McFidget was meant to be the little dog no one wanted but the dog you really needed. A forever bond. You saved her she saved you. I feel Karma stepped in. Dawn remember love never dies.
Almost all of the dogs in my life came to me through external means and were not sought out by me. It's like the universe delivered them to me when I needed them.
Much gratitude to that sweet feisty little pup, for taking such good care of you. She understood that you were her last chance. And Gidget gave you your chance. How beautiful is that?
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Your story tugged at my heart, too. RIP Gidget! And she would want you to recapture that piece of your heart back again. Do it for her and you!
Happy U r still with us💖
What a lovely, love-filled story Dawn. 💔❤️🐾
You don’t know how much I’ve enjoyed your Gidget posts during my year here on Substack. So of course this story made me smile. I’m so sad though that you’ve lost your little soul dog. I think your posts moved me so much because they remind me of my relationship with my own soul dog. Piper wouldn’t be considered the “ideal” dog to most people—she’s very quirky and stubborn and has a big personality. But my Dad always used to say, “I like my dogs with a little piss and vinegar” 🤣 Piper is full of that. Sounds like Gidget was too. The dogs that most of the world would label “broken” are the ones we’ve fallen in love with the most. I’m so glad you and Gidget saved each other. I hope she’s lifting her leg, marking every corner of heaven. Hugs to you.
Those are the interesting ones. Anyone can adopt the boring dogs. Give me the ones who need the extra TLC.
I am so sorry for your loss Dawn. I felt like I knew Gidget through your postings and am also sad to see her go. 🙏💕
If I’m not crying about your beautiful baby, I’m crying when I read these comments. She was a cute little girl. So sorry for your loss, sending love, hugs and prayers to you. And you are a wonderful writer. 🤗❤️🙏
That is always the best way.
What a beautiful bond you and Gidget shared. I, too, have received the profound loving bond of my rescue horse, Ted. It’s so hard for most to look deeper when an animal is displaying trauma with self-preservation behavior (including aggression). This comes from humans and experiences that have been anything but humane. What a gift Gidget was as you moved to Nashville and underwent the process of a second heart transplant. I’m so glad you had each other to lean on for love and support. My horse, Ted, came into my life after I was diagnosed with leukemia. It was not an easy journey but he has single-handedly shaped the course of my life and my work. I am sharing a recent article I wrote about our journey and the impending heartbreak of loss. Thank you, Dawn, for all of your service and love of rescue animals. May an abundance of health flow to you continuously. ❤️
https://thedeathwhisperer.substack.com/p/holding-what-i-cannot-hold-forever
I think she and I shared a history of our own traumas, so we understood each other. I'm so glad you and Ted found each other. They seem to know exactly what we need.
Everything with Gidget McFidget was meant to be the little dog no one wanted but the dog you really needed. A forever bond. You saved her she saved you. I feel Karma stepped in. Dawn remember love never dies.
Almost all of the dogs in my life came to me through external means and were not sought out by me. It's like the universe delivered them to me when I needed them.
That's always the best way.
A beautiful tribute to a beautiful soul.
She was the best little doggie in the whole wide world.
The Universe knew. The Angels sent her to you. Her job is done, and now she’s home 🌈 ( btw I’m not crying—sniff! ) 💐
She was my personal guardian angel.
Yes she was 🥲 She was meant for you. And I believe that you’ll see her again when it’s your time.
Tears flowing. Sweet Gidge is a part of your heart.
She was my whole heart.
What a beautiful story of love and kindness and companionship. You both brought life to each other. I am so sorry for this tremendous loss.
It was inevitable. Dogs have such short little lives.
Oh, Dawn, what a beautiful tribute! 😭
She was my baby girl.
Much gratitude to that sweet feisty little pup, for taking such good care of you. She understood that you were her last chance. And Gidget gave you your chance. How beautiful is that?
She knew who buttered her bread and rubbed her tummy.