I'm missing my Combat.

[Aerie]

Well, Saturday morning I met the soon-to-be-ex husband and gave Combat over to him. Combat greeted him as he greets any stranger, though, not in the excited way I expected.

 

Recon went to him when he called her, but retreated almost immediately and hid behind my legs. That's -completely- out of character for her. She's never been a shy dog and has never yet met a stranger. For her to react that way to Mike was really upsetting for me.

 

I don't know, maybe I'm just reading too deeply into things, but I didn't feel at all good about the situation. Of course, I was seriously tense - so the dogs might have been picking up on that.

 

I'm sure he'll be fine, and Mike said that he was settling in well up there, but I'm missing him terribly. Recon doesn't seem to notice that he's gone, which I find odd, as well.

 

Anyway. I don't know why I'm rambling, other than to whine about how much I'm missing my baby. Combat is so very dear to me. I didn't realise I'd miss him this much.

 

And now, before I start sobbing again, I'm going to wander off and hug Recon.

[Alicia]

Aww I'm really sorry about all of that. I dont know what to tell you though...You couldnt keep two because of an apartment rule right? I'm really sorry

 

I'll say a prayer for this to turn out alright for you, whatever needs to happen.

 

Checked out your Dogsters and all the kids look alot like my Dally girl Neat to see another short coat almost all white

[Lunar]

I'm so sorry for you. I think the situation just sucks... I do think Combat will be fine with your ex, but I'm so sorry that you're hurting and missing him.

[smileyzookie]

I had a car accident a few years ago when I owned my first dog, a Rottie named Tyler. I was injured so severely and for so long, I had no other choice but to give her up. I did find a home for her, I couldnt put her in a shelter. I know the hurt you feel right now. Like guilt, and wondering if it was the right thing, and just pain because the hurt in your heart is so great. I cried for a long time, and I still cry about it. The hurt doesnt go away, but it does lessen. Im sorry there is nothing to say to make you feel better, but know there are people that have been where you are, maybe not exact situation, but the sadness. You're in my prayers. Keep lovin on Recon, Im sure no one else can help you like Recon can right now.

[PSmitty]

I'm sorry you and the dogs have to go through this.

 

I think Combat's reaction to Mike may have just been him relating to your feelings about the situation. He knew you were upset, so he was out of sorts, also. I'm sure once he settles in with Mike, he'll be just fine.

 

All said, I understand this is unbelievably hard. Hang in there and I hope it gets easier for you all.

[Beth G]

Man that is a hard situation. I'm so sorry you had to give Combat up? Does Mike treat Combat ok do you think? What does your gut tell you?

[hoku's mum]

What a hard situation, big hugs out to you. Hoku sends a big wind mill wag, and Gussy sends a kiss to the end of you nose.

 

Kristin, Hoku and Gussy

[Aerie]

It is hard, and I'm missing Combat like crazy. Recon still doesn't appear to have noticed all that much that he's gone. I even made his bowl of food tonight and then realised I didn't need to

 

I did talk to Mike tonight, though, to check on Combat and he told me that Combat is settling in well. He's got free run of his apartment during the day which I think is crazy (Combat is NOT trusthworthy in the house alone, he gets way too bored and tries to amuse himself way too much.) but apparently things are going well enough for now.

 

Mike's always been good to the dogs, so I know Combat will be taken care of. I'm still wary, though, and I keep reminding Mike that if he -ever- decides that he doesn't want combat anymore, that he needs to bring him right back to me.

 

Hopefully he listens. Mike isn't exactly the most committed person in the world (as he has proven), but I'm hoping that he doesn't ever turn his back on the dog.

 

So, 'nuff rambling from me. Thanks so much for the kind words. You've no idea how much this place and you guys help.