For Wilf another day spent dozing in the shade of the cherry trees. Salmon for lunch and chicken for dinner . In fact two helpings of chicken for dinner. A walk to the stream .He falls asleep with his head resting on ' the fonts ' foot . A little coconut ice cream as a treat before he settles down for the night . He hears the fridge door open and is miraculously standing in the middle of the kitchen floor. Sprightly and beaming .
His breathing rougher this morning . He can't find his way to his food or the water bowl as easily as he did before last weeks scare. ' The font ' will take him to the vet today to have his lungs checked and make sure there's no pain. There's something deeply right about this unhurried journey but we want to be certain his days remain gentle. Difficult to say who's happier about this extended farewell . Dog or owner . The laughter still flowing . A small canine triumph .
Mmmm. Coconut ice-cream. Perhaps it should be available on the NHS.
ReplyDeleteOh my goodness, another moving update. There is something incredibly right about the way you are handling this situation for WIlf. He knows he can trust you I am positive. Part of the reason he is so strong and the whole reason he is still so content is because he is so well loved. Louise.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful Wilf....amazing little man. You are in our thoughts and prayers today.
ReplyDeleteEvery day so precious.
ReplyDeletexxxx(for Wilf)
Sigh.
ReplyDeleteI got out of bed to check.
Bless his heart.
And yours.
It's the coconut ice-cream - who wouldn't want to be around for as long as possible when it is on the menu.
ReplyDeleteeverything crossed for the vets today...xxx..
ReplyDeleteSorry to hear that his breathing was troubled yesterday. I hope it will be better today.
ReplyDeleteHe does look better in the pictures, although to me, his look is one of concern for you. It's as if he is saying 'come on, don't worry so, I am having a fine old time'. The last one is particularly lovely.
I wish you all a wonderful day.
Kisses for that precious nose.
xx
Gentle and lovable Wilf, we are with you until u decide to move on.
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Lovely post - makes me happy. Keep on keeping on - we have been praying for since October 2010 - so keep surprising us all - looking gorgeous - writing while Kiri tries to eat my favourite sandals... love and bacetti sul nasino Susanne, Daisy, Foxiie and Kiri
ReplyDeleteSo lovely to read of another gentle day.
ReplyDeleteI'm glad to hear that Wilf has decided the food at your house is too good for him to be rushed on his journey! :)
ReplyDeleteI felt so happy when I read the title of your blog today, I knew Wilf was having a good day. Loved reading about Wilf coming back and standing the kitchen. That was so special.
ReplyDeleteJust wish there was no reason for him to visit the vet today. Wish you would give us an up date today about what the vet said.
Please, make sure that you don't run out of chicken and coconut ice cream for our polar bear.
Wilf enjoy the sun and all your treats today.
Sending love and big hugs to you.
I'm happy that Wilf is living the unhurried life and happiness pervades your family.
ReplyDeleteI asked my vet about pain from lung tumors. She said that there is almost never pain - just difficulty breathing (which will be extremely obvious when it's bad enough to bother a dog). Just thought you'd be interested to hear that... we are both asking the same questions of our vets.
I'm about to take a blogging break for a trip but I'll be thinking of you.
kindness and dignity...so loving...
ReplyDeleteSavoring these last days ....he is! I for one, am so glad...Laughing there with you. a Hug for the pup...a wish for a beautiful Monday.
ReplyDeleteToo right, as long as there is no pain, let the days flow gently. Perhaps a steroid for his breathing to lessen the labouring. Let's hope tomorrow's update is still as wonderful...
ReplyDeleteKeep on going Wilf!
With love from your Canadian pals,
Dianna along with Tor, Willow and Tucker
So many of us in cyberland are grateful to see him have every day possible with his loving family. Hoping for a continued gentle journey...DBH
ReplyDeleteWhat a good way to start the week!
ReplyDeleteWilf the Wonder-PON. :) May we all be so unhurried and calm and surrounded by love when our day approaches, enjoying life to the last lick of coconut ice cream.
ReplyDeleteLove and a head tousle,
Purple Magpie and Mitzi the Dog
The food! That's the thing! Why continue the journey right now when there are so many delicious foods to be savoured. Reminds me of my father.
ReplyDeleteHoping the lungs clear. Not being able to breath comfortably is very uncomfortable and frightening.
Our love and prayers are with you all.
"miraculously standing in the middle of the kitchen floor.
ReplyDeletespritely and beaming." what great words!!
hearts and minds with your every beat.
i love you so,
tammy j
Angus said "Dificult to say who's happier about this extended farewell . Dog or owner"
ReplyDeleteLets not forget Wilf's extensive international fan club whose members are all very happy the boy is staying around. Prayerful thoughts for his breathing today.
Jo, Stella, and Zkhat
Love & Laugh Together.
ReplyDeleteLovely photos of the sweet Wilfee. Hope his lungs are better this afternoon than this morning.
ReplyDeleteBisous mon tendre Wilfee.
Amitiés to you, Angus and Lady Font.
See you tomorrow Wilfee !
Hope things go well at the vet for Wilf and his remaining days are pleasant and pain free.
ReplyDeleteI haven't been able to stop by recently, but did think about Wilf and am so relieved that he's still kickin'! Love you, Wilf!
ReplyDeleteRemember? Dylan Thomas wrote "Do not go gently into the night..." And yet this gentle journey of Wilf's makes much more sense, with laughter and love surrounding him ... the taste of sweet coconut ice cream on his tongue and enticing smells from the font's magic kitchen.
ReplyDeleteDo go gently, dear Wilf, linger pain free to share more love and laughter. This is our prayer.
xxx Joan
what that all ending could be this good.....four or two legged
ReplyDeleteI am catching up after a few days away. As time grows short I hate to miss a single day. You all remain in my daily prayers no matter if I visit the blog or not. His comfort and ease are paramount in my pleadings. Be strong sweet Wilf.
ReplyDeleteI loved how you put it..."that his days remain gentle", beuatifully said, Wilf is so blessed to have you both, he is in the best possible, loving care he can be. Praying all will be well with his lungs.
ReplyDeleteLove & Hugs to all...
xo J~
HaHaHa... If only the fridge door sprint was a canine Olympic sport, Pons would win gold every time, what do you think Wilf? Hope you enjoy many gentle days of love and laughter.
ReplyDeleteLove Bev and Roo xx
Lots and good thoughts and love from Soggibottom Cottage for you all.
ReplyDeleteYour good and caring you always do what is right for your beloved dog when you know it's time..don't be too hasty..... lots of love x x x x x x
Beautiful Wilf. I hope things continue so peacefully and lovingly to the end.
ReplyDeleteThankful for another day of grace.
ReplyDeleteJed & Abby
ANother day with Wilf is a gift for all of us.
ReplyDeleteBlessings and Love,
Janelle, Maggie Mae and Max
Thinking of you Wilf! And Angus and the Font. Glad to hear that Wilf is up and ready for some ice cream.
ReplyDeleteTake care and praying for you
I do not have the words to say....this subject is close to my heart :( Although I don't think I've commented many times, your blog is a must read every single day :) I just wanted you to know that your time with Wilf has touched my heart more than you'll ever know. Prayers and hugs from the heart of the US....OKLAHOMA :)
ReplyDeleteI have grown to love Wilf and to cherish your journal about him.Please know you all are in my prayers.
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