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The Diary Of Onebrokelady Aged 60 And A Half

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  • Tara66
    Tara66 Posts: 20 Forumite
    Sixth Anniversary 10 Posts
    So sorry, take care x
  • enthusiasticsaver
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    Sorry to hear about B. 😒
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  • Cherryfudge
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    I'm so sorry. Big hugs.
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  • borefest
    borefest Posts: 238 Forumite
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    so sorry to hear this, hold on tight to precious memories and be proud you looked after  B with so much love <3
  • dawnybabes
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    So sorry, they mean so much to us all xx 
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  • Sun_Addict
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    I’m so sorry to read your sad news. It’s the thing all of us pet owners dread. Sending hugs xx
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  • foxgloves
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    Sending love. It's such a horribly sad thing to have to do. She had the best time with you & was cared for & loved until the end. 
    Be kind to yourself today,
    F x
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  • Willowtree222
    Willowtree222 Posts: 8,219 Forumite
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    So sorry to you. X
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  • Makingabobor2
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    Sorry to hear this, but at least she's in a happy place now. 
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  • jwil
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    So sorry to hear about B :(  
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