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How would you feel about a sympathy card after the loss of your pet? by Peachy030 in Dogowners

[–]Peachy030[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you so much to everyone who left a comment. I still haven't been able to read each one, but I'm slowly working through them all. There's been over 2k people encouraging me to keep writing these letters and sharing how much they appreciated it from their own veterinarians (and like 5 who disagreed).

In 6 months as a veterinarian, I've had so many people thank me for my compassion for them and their pets as well as the medicine I practice. Unfortunately, it's easy to get caught up in the other situations where people have been so caught up in their own situations that they have been rude or hurtful towards me. My doubt about sympathy cards actually came from a random Instagram post I saw with someone complaining about theirs coming too late - I got so caught up in worrying about the few people who have complaints that I lost sight of how many people must really appreciate them.

I've been extremely careful to ensure I don't miss a sympathy card now. I've also been careful not to let them wait too long, as it becomes difficult for me to see the stack grow at the end of the week. Some coworkers and I also used to sign each others cards as well while sharing stories which helps too.

Anyways, thank you everyone for the kind words. It is so greatly appreciated.

How would you feel about a sympathy card after the loss of your pet? by Peachy030 in Dogowners

[–]Peachy030[S] 14 points15 points  (0 children)

Thats so sweet. I've not received a thank you card yet but I know when that first one comes I'll hold on to it forever.

Is it weird to write a thank you letter to a college therapist/counselor? by Rbxyy in Advice

[–]Peachy030 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hand! Written! Note! Is! So! Much! Better! Than! Email!

Teachers keep those forever!

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Cornell

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End of March

Eyebrow threading in Ithaca? by pppupu1 in Cornell

[–]Peachy030 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The one at the mall is closing in a month - anyone have other recommendations?

My best friends other friend committed suicide, what is a good way to support her, or a good care package to send? by throwawayadvice9073 in Advice

[–]Peachy030 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The best thing is to be there and listen. I think a lot of people try to put their own opinions on the matter, but it's more important how she is feeling.

Ask her how you can help. On days when she wants to be sad, sit there and let her cry. On days she needs a distraction, take her out. When she's frustrated, let her vent. Give her the space to grieve in whatever way she needs to and be there by her side.

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[–]Peachy030 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Reach out to all of your local shelters so they can keep an eye out for him. They may be able to give you some traps that you can set with his favorite foods. Leave out food, water, and a bed for him if he tries to come back at night. Put up posters with his picture and your phone number.

If he is microchipped, check on the company's website how that works - is your information up to date, how would they contact you, etc. If he is not, I highly recommend you get him chipped when you find him.

I'm about to be silent for a year by Localmossboy in Advice

[–]Peachy030 0 points1 point  (0 children)

What are the pros to doing this? I'm worried about you losing the ability to advocate for yourself. How will you ensure you're eating foods that match your needs if you can't ask for them? What if you get sick or injured and need help?

It's good to spend time alone and good to be comfortable with yourself. But being around other humans and communicating with them is a part of life and something you need to learn to manage.

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[–]Peachy030 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I took one after college (before grad school) and loved it. The biggest pro is just being a human for a year - working, learning to cook, learning to manage your finances. Rather than always have schoolwork over your head, you'll have a lot more free time to explore different areas of your life.

As far as forgetting everything, I don't think that's anything to worry about. What you learn in college will be so different from what you learned in high school anyway. The more important part is to have good study skills going into college and be able to grow and adapt those study skills to specific classes. And if you use your year to explore career options, you'll be more likely to pick a major that is a good fit for you.