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Dropping like flies - addendum

Posted 07-05-2012 at 10:19 PM by Sekto Springs


Tonight, my dog and best friend Pico, was put to sleep after two days of suffering the side-effects of advanced spleen cancer. He was more than just a friend, he was my brother, an invaluable member of my immediate family. Words cannot describe how much I will miss him, and I am sick from crying so much.

This will be the third major loss of family in under a year. My uncle, my granddad, and now my bestest buddy.

I think I'm going to take a break from the forums for a while...
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Crashpunk's Avatar
I think it is best to have a break for a bit. This is very upsetting news indeed.
Posted 07-06-2012 at 03:28 AM by Crashpunk

DarkHoodness's Avatar
Oh man, you have my condolences.

You should feel lucky to have had the experience with him though.
Posted 07-06-2012 at 05:12 AM by DarkHoodness

OANST's Avatar
Sorry to hear it, man.
Posted 07-06-2012 at 06:38 AM by OANST

STM's Avatar
That sucks so much mate. I hope you're not upset for too long.
Posted 07-06-2012 at 07:19 AM by STM

Sekto Springs's Avatar
This one cut deep.
I probably loved that dog more than most of the human members of my family. More than most of the human race, for that matter. He was 11, and I'm 21. That dog was there for me for half of my entire life.

I just started production on my first major movie, and my dog dies. I hope this doesn't become a tradition. I guess it's a good excuse to really dive into my work and hope that it distracts from the gnawing emptiness in my chest.

That said, I'm probably going to pull a Mac and ditch the forums for a while and just focus on my career. Lately this place has been getting to me, and most of the people here I consider my friends barely post anymore.
Posted 07-06-2012 at 08:17 AM by Sekto Springs

Daxter King's Avatar
Incredibly sorry to hear this, I can't imagine losing my dog and I will be a wreck when she goes. We've had her since I was in Kindergarten and I'm in college now, so she is definitely up there in the years and we recently removed a tumor she had. Best of luck to you and your work.
Posted 07-06-2012 at 10:24 AM by Daxter King

Nepsotic's Avatar
Oh, thats horrible. I know how hard it is to get over these things, but hey, you've still got the memories, and I bet he had a great life with you. At least he's not suffering anymore. I wish you look, man. I hope things get better.
Posted 07-06-2012 at 11:31 AM by Nepsotic

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Posted 07-06-2012 at 12:19 PM by Manco

Dynamithix's Avatar
So sorry to hear that, man. :(
Posted 07-06-2012 at 04:08 PM by Dynamithix

Sekto Springs's Avatar
I've always been amazed at how few of the people I consider my friends on this forum actually give me their condolences.

I'm starting to really hate this place.
Posted 07-07-2012 at 12:57 PM by Sekto Springs

Crashpunk's Avatar
Just be glad people are sending you condolences I guess.
Posted 07-07-2012 at 01:03 PM by Crashpunk

Sekto Springs's Avatar
I am.
And yeah, I just need a break from this place. It's not like I'll be missed. I don't care if that sounds pathetic, I just need to get out of here for a while.
Posted 07-07-2012 at 01:17 PM by Sekto Springs

Wings of Fire's Avatar
I tend to stay out of blogs like this because I'm not very good at giving condolences, but I am sorry to hear about your dog.

You will be missed. That might sound hypocritical coming from me, but you're a valuable part of this community and just about everyone enjoys reading what you have to say.
Posted 07-07-2012 at 02:13 PM by Wings of Fire

Sekto Springs's Avatar
Thanks, Joe.
Posted 07-07-2012 at 02:40 PM by Sekto Springs

T-nex's Avatar
I hope you dont mean me... ._. I gave you mine in chat.

But I'll say it here too. Im sorry. I already miss Pico too Maybe its weird thinking about, since I didnt spend all that much time with him... But I loved petting him and playing around with him. And feeding him beef jerky... I always took pity on him cos Mudgey always got in the way. And pico was so well behaved. And he had bad breath. But thats ok cos he was cute. And had really soft fur around his neck.
Posted 07-07-2012 at 03:46 PM by T-nex

Mac Sirloin's Avatar
I think I already told you this, but my good, favourite pal Milo was put down under similar circumstances last year. It hurt, a lot. I still miss him, but he was a sick old boy and I feel better knowing he isn't in pain. It sounds like Pico was going through similar. I know I took a break from OWF around then as well, so be good and do well, man.
Posted 07-07-2012 at 03:57 PM by Mac Sirloin

DarkHoodness's Avatar
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I've always been amazed at how few of the people I consider my friends on this forum actually give me their condolences.
I know you're feeling shit right now 'cause of losing someone close to you - I've been there a few times. But I wouldn't take the lack of condolences so seriously - People probably have their reasons which aren't anything personal against you.
Posted 07-07-2012 at 05:32 PM by DarkHoodness

Nate's Avatar
I'm the same as Joe, as I never know what the appropriate thing is to say in this situation. And I've never had a pet, so I can't relate to that either.

But you have my condolences and best wishes.
Posted 07-07-2012 at 09:57 PM by Nate

Sekto Springs's Avatar
Why isn't my Derpy gif moving anymore?
Posted 07-08-2012 at 02:48 PM by Sekto Springs

Nate's Avatar
It is in my browser.
Posted 07-09-2012 at 04:07 AM by Nate

Mr. Bungle's Avatar
That sucks, man. Losing a pet is one of the most painful experiences, especially if you've had one for as long as this.

If it makes you feel better, I'll be putting up posters for Reality Show around town tomorrow. I'm the guy who's been posting on your FB page, by the way, in case you were wondering.
Posted 07-09-2012 at 02:36 PM by Mr. Bungle
Updated 07-09-2012 at 03:37 PM by Mr. Bungle

Sekto Springs's Avatar
Oh, cool.
I wasn't sure if I should bother plugging that here or not.
Posted 07-09-2012 at 04:13 PM by Sekto Springs

Mr. Bungle's Avatar
Might as well.
Posted 07-09-2012 at 05:04 PM by Mr. Bungle

 

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