I'm Only Seventeen
(I don't want it to end this way.)13 total reviews
Comment from Dean Kuch
Last April we had to have our beloved dachshund, Tippee, put down due to renal failure.
She was 14-years-old.
One day she was fine and the next, in a coma.
It was such a hard thing to have to do, but she was suffering quietly.
There was nothing the vet could do to save her.
I miss her bright spirit everyday.
To those of us who have pets they are much more than merely animals. They are a part of our family and it's painful to have to say goodbye.
Best of luck to you in the contest.
~Dean
reply by the author on 07-Apr-2019
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Last April we had to have our beloved dachshund, Tippee, put down due to renal failure.
She was 14-years-old.
One day she was fine and the next, in a coma.
It was such a hard thing to have to do, but she was suffering quietly.
There was nothing the vet could do to save her.
I miss her bright spirit everyday.
To those of us who have pets they are much more than merely animals. They are a part of our family and it's painful to have to say goodbye.
Best of luck to you in the contest.
~Dean
Comment Written 07-Apr-2019
reply by the author on 07-Apr-2019
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Oh I feel for you Dean. Nearly an anniversary for sweet Tippee's absence. Renal failure seems to be very common in pets. I am in the process of documenting memories of my past 9 cats and renal failure is a recurring theme.
Thanks so much for reviewing.
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You're more than welcome and I'm sorrowed by your loss.
~Dean
Comment from Bill Pinder
That is a very good entry for this contest. Having to put a pet to sleep is incredibly hard. I am sorry for your loss, and I know how hard that is. Thanks for sharing. Bill
reply by the author on 07-Apr-2019
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That is a very good entry for this contest. Having to put a pet to sleep is incredibly hard. I am sorry for your loss, and I know how hard that is. Thanks for sharing. Bill
Comment Written 07-Apr-2019
reply by the author on 07-Apr-2019
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Thanks for reviewing, Bill. I think we are all softies about our pets.
Comment from victor 66
A tight story in only seventy words and it has a nice little catch at the end. I wish you well concerning your entry in this contest. I'd say you have a good chance. Best wishes.
reply by the author on 07-Apr-2019
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A tight story in only seventy words and it has a nice little catch at the end. I wish you well concerning your entry in this contest. I'd say you have a good chance. Best wishes.
Comment Written 07-Apr-2019
reply by the author on 07-Apr-2019
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Thanks for your great review, Victor.
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You are most welcome, Lisa May.
Comment from Bill Schott
This seventy-word story, I'm Only Seventeen, cuts to the quick as I imagine my own dear lab's final thoughts as I patted her head and the vet pushed the plunger.
reply by the author on 07-Apr-2019
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This seventy-word story, I'm Only Seventeen, cuts to the quick as I imagine my own dear lab's final thoughts as I patted her head and the vet pushed the plunger.
Comment Written 07-Apr-2019
reply by the author on 07-Apr-2019
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I went with my dad's black lab when her time was up. It is so sad but at least we are with them when they go.
Comment from susand3022
Hello Author, This is such a sad story. I was very surprised at the end, it was such a sharp twist! I was sure that I was looking at a horrid story of a kidnapped girl, not that these last moments aren't difficult enough for both sides. :(
reply by the author on 07-Apr-2019
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Hello Author, This is such a sad story. I was very surprised at the end, it was such a sharp twist! I was sure that I was looking at a horrid story of a kidnapped girl, not that these last moments aren't difficult enough for both sides. :(
Comment Written 07-Apr-2019
reply by the author on 07-Apr-2019
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Yes, it was somewhat bleak... in both story lines. I prefer to write happy or funny, but I do go to dark places sometimes. Sorry to be depressing, so thank you very much for reviewing. Have a lovely day!
Comment from Rachelle Allen
You did an exceptional job with this one. I kept hoping it wasn't what it seemed -the calling card of flash fiction writes- but then, when I realized what it really was, I didn't want that, either. Great work here.
And good luck in the contest with it.
I'm sad to read of the loss of your beloved Tillypuss. Seventeen years is quite the journey together, so her absence must be immense. xo
reply by the author on 07-Apr-2019
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You did an exceptional job with this one. I kept hoping it wasn't what it seemed -the calling card of flash fiction writes- but then, when I realized what it really was, I didn't want that, either. Great work here.
And good luck in the contest with it.
I'm sad to read of the loss of your beloved Tillypuss. Seventeen years is quite the journey together, so her absence must be immense. xo
Comment Written 07-Apr-2019
reply by the author on 07-Apr-2019
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When I was writing this I felt really close to Tilly, so her death felt very recent, but she has actually been gone for a few years now. She was the best cat I ever had (shssshh, don't tell Cubby, my present cat, who I adore also of course. I'll let her think that a cat in the hand is worth 2 under the bush.)
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Smart!
Comment from JudyE
Hi there, contest entrant
We had to put our little cat down at 16 so I understand completely how hard it is to make the decision to end a pet's life. this is beautifully written and should do really well. Good luck.
reply by the author on 06-Apr-2019
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Hi there, contest entrant
We had to put our little cat down at 16 so I understand completely how hard it is to make the decision to end a pet's life. this is beautifully written and should do really well. Good luck.
Comment Written 06-Apr-2019
reply by the author on 06-Apr-2019
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Thank you for the empathy in your welcome review.
Comment from LIJ Red
MSN had a blurb about what Vets hate most...people who have sick pets put down, but leave them to die alone among strangers...bravo, Greg.
Excellent seventy word flash.
reply by the author on 06-Apr-2019
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MSN had a blurb about what Vets hate most...people who have sick pets put down, but leave them to die alone among strangers...bravo, Greg.
Excellent seventy word flash.
Comment Written 06-Apr-2019
reply by the author on 06-Apr-2019
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Oh that would be too cruel for the pet. I always ask the vet to come to my house so my cat can die in familiar surroundings and not get overstressed.
Comment from Ulla
Hi there, this a great little flash story with a surprise ending. It's perfect for the contest and I hope it will do well. Here the cat does seem to know what is going to happen. It is not nice at all. I've been there a few times, and it really hurts. All the best. Ulla:)))
reply by the author on 06-Apr-2019
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Hi there, this a great little flash story with a surprise ending. It's perfect for the contest and I hope it will do well. Here the cat does seem to know what is going to happen. It is not nice at all. I've been there a few times, and it really hurts. All the best. Ulla:)))
Comment Written 06-Apr-2019
reply by the author on 06-Apr-2019
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Thanks for your empathy about this poem and your generous review.
Comment from Dolly'sPoems
Our cat was 17 when he died and the lost affected the whole family, pets become very close and when they die we all mourn, I enjoyed your compassionate write, love Dolly x
reply by the author on 06-Apr-2019
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Our cat was 17 when he died and the lost affected the whole family, pets become very close and when they die we all mourn, I enjoyed your compassionate write, love Dolly x
Comment Written 06-Apr-2019
reply by the author on 06-Apr-2019
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Pets get right into our hearts and it is very sad when their time is up.
Thanks for your understanding review.
