In Memory of My Casey Jane

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September 30th, 1995 ~ December 19th, 2011

I had to say good-bye to my sweet angel, Casey Jane, late Monday morning. It was the hardest decision I’ve ever made and, right now, I feel like my heart will never heal, but she was ready, even if I wasn’t.

She went so peacefully, I don’t for a second doubt that my decision was the right one. Even so, I’m a mess right now and it feels like a part of me is gone. Casey was my “Baby Girl” for nearly 14 years, she came into my life on June 10th, 1998, and she even made it past her 16th birthday this year on September 30th, which I know is a very good age for a dog to achieve. And while I feel lucky to have shared my life with her for so long, I find I can’t help but wish that it was longer still. I miss her soft, fluffy little Bichon body and the loving expression in her eyes more than I ever thought possible.


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A Touch of Blue

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With only one a couple of days to go I am busy doing last minute shopping, cleaning and cooking. I try to be as organised as possible so I can to enjoy the whole lead up to Christmas rather than a mad, last minute rush and panic attack. Compared to most, I have an easy day - so it will be a breeze, six for a traditional lunch with a turkey and all the trimmings then a seafood dinner for just the four of us. Boxing Day is our mad, crazy day with all the cousins and chaos, so I am looking forward to a quiet and civilised Christmas Day. I hope all of your preparations are going well and everything is under control!

Melissah xox

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Check Me Out on CBSPhilly.com!!!

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Learn some quick tips about healthy eating on CBSPhilly.com, from yours truly:
 http://philadelphia.cbslocal.com/2011/12/21/quick-tips-for-healthy-eating/

Check out an extended video and more of my Philly Health Watch blogs at:
http://phillyhealthwatch.com/author/kelly-strogen/

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