Roses for My Mother


Dear Friends and Readers: 
As many of you know already, my mother has been not been well. Sadly, this past week she has declined greatly, and today she passed away. I will be taking a few days off to honor my mom, and will be back with more Epi-Tips then. If you are waiting for a book or item to be shipped from me via ArcticHouse Publishing, please bear with me. Thank you for all your support, prayers, and wishes. They have meant so much.



Comments

  1. ScooterNovember 16, 2015 at 12:12 AM

    Im so sorry for your loss. I know its hard. Just know that we are thinking of you and will keep you in our prayers.

    Diana and Oreo

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  2. ♥♥ The OP Pack ♥♥November 16, 2015 at 7:35 AM

    Dear Dorothy, we are all so very sorry for your loss. Your mother had a long and good life, but it is still very hard. We send you our heartfelt sympathies. And lots of love and hugs and prayers. God bless you and your family.

    Woos - Ciara and Lightning

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  3. Angels Amber and Max DaWeenie and MomNovember 16, 2015 at 9:07 AM

    Dorothy, I'm so sorry. My very deepest sympathy to you and your family during this time of grief.

    Hugs,
    Linda

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  4. Brian's Home BlogNovember 16, 2015 at 10:39 AM

    We are so very sorry to hear about your Mom. Love and hugs from each and every one of us.

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  5. TimberLoveNovember 16, 2015 at 11:00 AM

    We all send our condolences and sympathy,

    NukNuk & Family

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  6. UnknownNovember 16, 2015 at 11:07 AM

    Dorothy, I have no words.I am so so very sorry for your loss, I know how hard this has to be for you right now, and how close you were and always will be with your mother. So so very sorry :(

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  7. Idaho PugRanchNovember 16, 2015 at 12:38 PM

    Sending you lots of pug hugs and prayers with our hearfelt condolences.
    Mr Bailey, Hazel & Mabel

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  8. 24 Paws of LoveNovember 16, 2015 at 2:48 PM

    Awww...so sorry to hear about your mom. Just know we are thinking of you. 24 Paws crossed for you and your family.

    Take care of yourself.

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  9. Peggy FrezonNovember 16, 2015 at 3:08 PM

    Hugs and prayers for you. I hope a little doggy therapy helps comfort you during this time. luv Peggy, Kelly and Ike

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    1. FiveSibesMomNovember 20, 2015 at 12:20 AM

      Peggy, doggy therapy truly helps. Thank you for your hugs and prayaers.

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  10. Two French BulldogsNovember 16, 2015 at 4:23 PM

    Sending lots of hugs. Rest in peace pretty lady
    Lily & Edward

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  11. Rascal and RoccoNovember 17, 2015 at 3:42 AM

    So sorry for your loss. Take all the time you need. There are no words to help, but I hope you can find comfort in doggy hugs and allow yourself to grieve.

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    1. FiveSibesMomNovember 20, 2015 at 12:21 AM

      Oh, yes, the doggy hugs surely help. Thank you so much. It means a lot.

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  12. KBNovember 18, 2015 at 9:02 PM

    I am so sorry. I know that I can't really help with words except to say that we are thinking of you. Take your time as you need time to grieve. We will all still be here.

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  13. Huskies622November 19, 2015 at 4:37 PM

    So sorry for your loss---all our best to you.

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  14. Dz Dog MomNovember 19, 2015 at 5:44 PM

    Just sniffing around for the first time, we're sorry to hear about your mama.

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  15. FiveSibesMomNovember 20, 2015 at 12:23 AM

    Thank you so much, A Nelson.

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  16. Dogs Luv Us and We Luv ThemNovember 22, 2015 at 11:24 AM

    I'm so sorry to hear about your Mom, Dorothy. I know how close you were and that you've been there for her through everything. Try to be strong and make it through the holidays.
    Love & biscuits,
    Dogs Luv Us and We Luv Them

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  17. Dogs Luv Us and We Luv ThemNovember 22, 2015 at 11:24 AM

    I'm so sorry to hear about your Mom, Dorothy. I know how close you were and that you've been there for her through everything. Try to be strong and make it through the holidays.
    Love & biscuits,
    Dogs Luv Us and We Luv Them

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  18. BethNovember 24, 2015 at 7:19 PM

    So very sorry to hear this.....

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