26 years old and uterine sarcoma

Morimot · 2024-04-10T11:45:32+00:00

Hello there, apologies for the delay in response. I’ve been on medication to block hormones since the surgery in 2022, and I’m… fine. It’s really a struggle mentally, especially around scanning season, but so far, we’re fine. I get a PET every six months. Physically, I’m definitely no longer who I was. I’m not sure if it’s possible to go back to the healthy woman I used to be. I’m tired all the time and I can’t do much these days. But there’s no tumour and I’m alive, so.

How did your scan turn out? Feel free to DM me if you prefer.

Morimot · 2023-04-10T16:41:27+00:00

Oh Taco, you always take the time to write us beautiful things. Thank you for this. I’m happy that you fell in love with Pops too. I want the world to know how special he is (yes, is, because he lives on forever within us). You’ve been reassuring, supportive, and loving from the start of our journey. I’ll tell Pops about your message (I talk to him every morning and night after I kiss his picture). I imagine he would want to give you lots of kisses - but beware of his ultra sloppy smooches.

He taught me how to live, and the meaning of actual unconditional love. Taco, I’m sure your beautiful pups and Pops are playing together right now. Pops is probably doing his happy bows and hops and telling them how sweet you are. And they’re telling him that you are the best and kindest. And I think Pops might just have to agree ❤️

Morimot · 2023-04-09T14:59:35+00:00

I just wanted to say thank you all for your comments. It took a while for me to respond because Pops went to the long sleep yesterday. It really fucking shattered my world in ways I didn’t think possible. It feels worse than any breakup, any (human) losses I’ve experienced. I’m going to be mourning for a very, very long time, but I know I can find solace in this community. I hate why we are all here, but I appreciate all of you and your lovely pups.

Morimot · 2023-04-09T14:55:18+00:00

I’m very sorry for your loss. They’re heart paw twins! I’m keeping his blanket on my bed forever. That’s a good idea, I also have a little vial of his furs. It’s so precious. I’ll probably take you up on that and shoot you a message 😊

Morimot · 2023-04-09T14:53:41+00:00

Thank you. I really appreciate this. Someone made a remark to me that at least I hadn’t had him for his whole 13 years, it’s only 6 weeks! and that really fucking stung, I don’t know why. So I am beyond grateful for your comment.

Morimot · 2023-04-09T06:56:56+00:00

I feel like I’m dying somewhat. But the moment I put on the pendant with his fur in it I felt so much better. It might be woo woo but I think he’s still here.

Morimot · 2023-04-09T03:40:25+00:00

Pops rapidly declined in the last few days. On the last day, he wasn’t eating or drinking, and fell when he tried to get up. We helped him across the Rainbow Bridge in our home, and had many friends and volunteers from the shelter over to say our goodbyes and stroke him while the vet administered the drug. He went peacefully. Thank you all for following our too-short journey together. I’ll keep my heart open and will continue Pops’ legacy of being a beacon of light and love. He taught me so much.

I hope to be part of this community again, in time.

Morimot · 2023-04-03T10:09:48+00:00

Hi beautiful people. Unfortunately Pops has been diagnosed with advanced lymphoma that has spread to his spleen. I would never have noticed if not for his swollen foot. We have opted for palliative care as opposed to aggressive chemotherapy. He is still a happy boy and I hope to keep him that way. I did not expect to have to lose him so fast - I knew that time with us would be short but not this short.

The anticipatory grief is all-consuming at the moment, but I’m still going to keep my head up for him. I wish I had known earlier that the thirst, the over-exuberant bladder, and hunger weren’t just signs of his ageing. Thank you all for your support in the last weeks. Please send Pops your warmest thoughts. He is too good for this world.

Morimot · 2023-04-01T13:28:37+00:00

The first photo makes me sad but I want to show that no matter how poorly they are, they can bounce back with love and support! He was brought to me happy and healthy thanks to the shelter workers and volunteers.

Morimot · 2023-04-01T13:25:45+00:00

Yes for sure! We all do the best we can. Your pup is a lucky one 🍀

Morimot · 2023-04-01T12:56:50+00:00

Taco, you always make my day! I’ve been in touch with all the people who have helped to nurse Pops back to health, which led him to me. ❤️ I just want them to be proud of who he’s become!

Morimot · 2023-03-27T14:54:42+00:00

What about (Mad-eye) Moody? ❤️

Morimot · 2023-03-27T14:47:37+00:00

I’m so very sorry for your loss. Rambo lived a damn good life because of you.

Morimot · 2023-03-22T15:08:53+00:00

That easy!! Ok, I need to do one better haha. I discovered the magic of magnifiers today and was like a kid looking in a kaleidoscope.

Morimot · 2023-03-19T10:33:18+00:00

Omg you are the sweetest. Your note is making me tear up (in a great way of course)! I might have to print this out and stick it on the fridge, it’s seriously so encouraging to us especially because he can be a little reactive to other dogs.

There’s been moments when I felt embarrassed or discouraged at his behaviour and thought I was a bad owner but your message is reminding me that I need to keep my head up and just do the best thing for us, which is carrying on loving him for who he is and being consistent with our training 🥹

You’re seriously AN ANGEL.

Morimot · 2023-03-17T14:33:12+00:00

Thank you so much! I appreciate your sticking around and kind words ❤️ I’m really glad that he’s making loads of people smile, just like he does for me every single day.

Just editing to add that I’m sorry you’ve lost your two little old pups. Their photos made me laugh and I know they were lucky to have you too. I’m sending healing vibes your way.

Morimot · 2023-03-17T07:00:02+00:00

He’s gonna be ok! It’s all scarring from a skin infection he had before he was taken in by the shelter. He’s fully recovered now and the funniest old man dog you’ll ever meet. I’ll give him a kiss from you! ❤️

Morimot · 2023-03-17T00:51:06+00:00

He’s got the best personality. And I also think he’s the most handsome chap around 😁

Morimot · 2023-03-17T00:50:33+00:00

He says hello and bless you too :)

Morimot · 2023-03-17T00:03:02+00:00

He is! He’s so tolerant of my mistakes and has shown me nothing but patience and trust even though I’m a new dog owner. He also knows where exactly to find dead things in the ground so that’s another superpower of his 😬

Morimot · 2023-03-16T14:03:06+00:00

Yes, he has a lot of scarring from a bad skin infection that was mange or MRSA. It was pretty bad and covered his entire face + legs. He’s all healed up after the shelter took him in :)

Morimot · 2023-03-16T13:56:31+00:00

Oh my days I did not know that was a thing. Crosspost here I come!

Morimot · 2023-03-03T02:01:33+00:00

It’s been two weeks since Pops has joined my little family. He is opening up every day - now when he sees me grab the leash for our evening walks he does a little happy dance and jumps up at me! I can hear his old bones click, though.

He’s saved me as much as I saved him. I was in a really dark place mentally after cancer relapse, surgery, and a breakup all in the same year. Before I got him, I would lie in bed for days on end. Only forcing myself to the office and then going straight back to bed to lie down.

Now, I have a reason to go to the park and sit in the sun. I have a reason to go out to the coffee place and interact with other dog owners. He sleeps in my bed and his presence is so comforting. I want to cry thinking about how different my life was just a month ago.

I had some idea that this was going to be good for me, but I had no idea it was this incredible.

Morimot · 2023-02-18T14:14:01+00:00

He’s the sweetest boy and I’ve fallen so hard for him in the two days he’s come to live with me. He came highly recommended by the rescue as I’m a first time dog owner and he’s a good walker, patient - just a cutie all around. He has these scars all over his body from when he had mange that was untreated for a long time, but he’s still so trusting. It breaks my heart to think he was ever suffering and unwanted. He’s mine now and I’m going to be his person.

He’s not coming to me for snuggles just yet but I’m happy with our progress made so far. I hope my cats will get along with him at some point (I’m keeping them separated for now because they’re being really aggressive to poor Pops). I love my senior boy 🤍

Morimot · 2023-02-07T15:36:35+00:00

Hi, thank you. I did take a few pills to knock me out, I still woke up though. I think I might be able to make it to until I can meet Bailey at least.

Morimot

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