voiceless_kat

On Feb 8th my father passed away. It was a very difficult journey.

A few days later, my special betta, Neptune went into his cave and wouldn't come out, and he passed a day later. He had suffered from a tumour of some sort, that was not responsive to medication.

My husband and I were away this weekend, and when we got home I found my sweet little rescued betta Poppet - the one left over in Walmart from Christmas -had also passed away. Obviously the fish loss is nothing relative to losing my father, but my heart is re-broken into pieces when I think of it all!

A couple of weeks ago, I did find another sweet, healthy but tiny little red and white betta, with small fins that were folded because they couldn't stretch out fully in the cup. I brought him home, his name is Casey, and he is social and sweet and a really active little charmer! He is growing his fins, and trying hard to help my heart mend.

I know that Poppet, who had appeared to be healthy until Friday would not have had any life at all if I hadn't brought him home, and he delighted us every day. We will miss him.

I hope you will all welcome little Casey as you did Poppet. I will post a pic soon.

Val

sjlchgo

Sorry for your loss. Good luck with Casey!

ricktavious

Such a terrible string of luck Most importantly, very sorry to hear about your father. Also sorry to hear about your bettas passing away.

Good luck with Casey, wish you the best during your time of loss.

Lucy

Losing your beloved Bettas right after losing your father is pretty rough. Like getting kicked while you were down.
I am so sorry.
I looked forward to every update on Poppit. His last few months were filled with your tender loving care. Take pride in that.

Congrats on finding Casey. Looking forward to pictures!

MissMTS

I am so sorry to hear about this difficult time you are going through. It is terrible to lose a parent, and though losing fish is not nearly as painful, it certainly adds a considerable amount of weight to the situation. My heart goes out to you. Try to remember the good times that you had with your father, Poppet, and Neptune. That is the way they would want you to remember them. Congratulations on Casey. Sometimes even the tiniest little fishie can be the one thing to brighten your day and win your heart. Good luck with everything. I can't wait to see pictures of your new baby boy!

COBettaCouple

Aw, we're so sorry that you lost Poppet too. You really did give Poppet a good home and gave him a loving home when he would have died in that cup if you hadn't. It's been a really rough month there for you, but I hope that little Casey will bring smiles to you.

capekate

Hello my friend..
I am so sorry to hear about Poppet... . What a shock that must have been. I lost one of my own beloved fish this weekend too, my GBR passed away after having him for 8 months, it was very unexpected and so sad..
I want to hear all about your weekend.. look for email..

~ kate

Allie

Very sorry about you father. What timing our pets have eh?
Take care

Narcicius

Im so sorry for your losses, I can't say much more than that, But congrats on the new addition, I'm sure Casey will be a great pet and Im waiting for those pics.

voiceless_kat

Thank you all so much...I am always amazed with all of the support shown to each other on this forum. It really does lighten the load. Thanks guys!


Val

chickadee

Val, I am so dreadfully sorry to hear of this loss. I am sure that Poppet had the finest you had to give him and was so grateful. You commented to me that he had finally come out of the darkness for you and that shows how much he truly loved you and wanted to be with you. You gave him a life that was so full of comfort and love that now when he is with the others and playing and telling them all about the things that have happened since they have gone on, I am sure they say that they are not astonished at all. After all they received the same from you and loved you as well.

Do take care and remember that we do care about you and want to be here for you.

Bless you and Casey. The new ones do not take the places of the ones who have gone on but they do help to heal the hurt some. His little gestures and actions will have you smiling in spite of everything and I bless him for it. We want to welcome him and say congratulations to you both for finding each other.

I shall keep you both in my prayers and thoughts.

Rose

nmwierman1977

So sorry for your losses val. Nat PS. Congrats on Casey though!

pamd

Dear Val,

Please accept my deepest condolence on the loss of your father. I'm so sorry. I hope little Casey will help you bear the loss.

Deepest regrets and highest regards,
Pam

Chief_waterchanger

Val,

You're coping wonderfully considering the amount of hardship and stress presented to you. You're a strong woman and will be a shining example to others on how to deal with loss. Hope Casey turns out to be that reason to keep shining.

COBettaCouple

How are you doing Val? How's your newest baby adjusting to his new & happy life?

LuvaBetta

I've had and lost many pets over the years, some to old age, some to my own ignorance, some to incurable illnesses. I like to think they're waiting for me somewhere, talking together! And maybe even telling the ones that will be my NEXT pets what they need to teach me! I've never stopped remembering and loving the lost ones, but I always rejoice in the new ones and would never trade in the joy they give me in order to avoid the pain of loss..

I'm sorry for your losses, Val, it's ALWAYS too soon to lose a parent, and especially hard without the comfort of your littlest friends. I hope the joy of your ones to come will help you get a good start the next phase of your life.

Blub