My dog died yesterday.
I can’t believe I’m writing this. It’s like my life is a country song. Natalie was a rescue dog, and she’s been part of our family for seven years. We got her the year after we were married, when we lived in New York, and when we moved to LA a year and a half later she made the cross country trip with aplomb. She thought chicken was pretty much the best thing in the world, but wouldn’t turn up her nose at romaine lettuce, strawberries, or pretty much anything edible that wasn’t dog food. She had the softest fur I’ve ever felt, and I loved her a lot. She was old, and I knew our time was limited, but it pretty much sucked to come home and find my dog dead. I mean, not like losing your parent sucks, but not really a good time. She was a very loving little dog.
I don’t want this blog to turn into the fifth act of a Shakespearean tragedy, but I do feel a bit as if I’m walking around with a big, metaphysical “Kick Me” sign on my back. So that’s it. I think I’ve lost my mojo, kids. It’s hard to write about pie when bad things keep happening. I need some space to breathe.
So I’ve made a couple of decisions.
One, I’m giving myself a month away from the blog to try to find my happy place again. To regain my equilibrium, which has been sorely tested this winter. Please don’t remove me from your feed reader — I do promise I will be back. If a month isn’t enough, I’ll come back to let you know.
Two, I think this blog is going to look different when I do come back. I’ll still write about food and cooking, as the kitchen often is my happy place, but I don’t want to limit myself. I’m going to shut down Savour Home (I know, most of you are saying, “Savour WHAT?”), roll those posts into this blog (maybe I’ll schedule them to post while I’m out finding myself) and write in one place going forward. I hope you’ll enjoy reading about my teacups as much as my teacakes.
If you want to see what I’ve been ogling, feel free to Check me out on Pinterest.
In the meantime, I’ll see you in April. Hopefully, the winter of my discontent will be over and spring will have sprung.
Hang in there Kate. If I can be of any help, or distraction (my strong suit), please let me know.
Big Hug!
Kate, I’m so sorry about your dog. It leaves such a hole in the heart to say farewell to a sweet companion. I send you hugs across the interwebs.
We lost our Dylan last June, and we still cry for him more than I’d like to admit. It helped so much to find another little dog who needed us, and to bring Louie into our lives, so I hope you will find some sweet dog who needs love. Still, we both know, we’ll never forget – or get over the loss of – that dear little friend.
Enjoy your month of reflection. May it bring you peace and hope. I look forward to reading all of your new posts, food – not food – doesn’t matter. You make us all feel like part of your family.
Oh Kate I am so sorry!!! Losing a pet is very much like losing a family member – wherever there is love, there will be grief.
You have had a rough start to the year and I can well understand your need for a break – the good news is (if there is any!) is that we will be here for you to cheer you on or console you with the appropriate adult beverage!!!
i’m SO SORRY. i can’t even imagine. hope things hurt less and less each day.
Anyone that has a pet knows somewhere in the back of their mind that they have opened themselves up to the heartbreak of losing that pet. Anyone that takes in an older pet is in an even more delicate position. I can only say that I think it was wonderful that you adopted that sweet little bundle of fur giving her love and companionship for what was left of her life. From what you’ve written it doesn’t sound like she’d been sick or that her death today was in any way expected – it sounds like she might have gone the way we can all only hope to – well loved, well cared for, and at peace.
i never actually comment, but i do enjoy your blog. and what an amazing tongue your little dog had! very sorry for your loss(es). best wishes for the healing.
I am so sorry. I feel horrible that you are going through this. Stay strong and take as much time as you need.
I am really really sad for all the awful streak of bad luck happening to you and your family right now.
Hang in there and do what you need to do to preserve your sanity.
Sending you warm hugs! I’m sorry it’s been such an awful winter for you…I can’t blame you for thinking of that Kick Me sign. Hope you find your happy place soon. Take your time, we’re just here.
I’m so sorry Kate for your loss. Grieve well, and come back when you’re ready. We’ll be here.
Kate, I’m having a hard time finding the right comfort words to say, but know that you’re loved. Take the time you need, and we’ll all be here when you come back. In the meantime, we’ll be thinking of you.
I’m so sorry for the loss of your beautiful sweet dog. {{{hugs}}}
Take your time, get happy, we’ll see you on the flip side!
I’m so sorry about your dog! And I’ll look forward to your return to blogging when you’re ready.
You poor baby! My heart is aching for you.
Come back when you get your mojo back, we’ll be here…
I am so sorry. Our dogs are like family. Love your blog. (((hugs)))
Dear Kate, I’m so sorry for your loss. You have been through so much recently…you deserve a break. {hugs} – mary the food librarian
I’m so sorry about the loss of your pup. It’s never easy to lose a pet, even when you know it’s coming. They’re so much a part of our everyday lives. I hope this break helps you find the happiness that has been so elusive.
Please take your time Kate. You know we will be here when you come back and are ready to write again. So many hugs xox
Kate, I’m so sorry about your loss of your beautiful dog. Please take as much as you need & your fellow readers will always be here 🙂
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Kate, I am so sorry hear about your sweet Natalie. It sounds like you were a wonderful blessing to each other.
Oh, Kate, I was just thinking about you. Came over here to see the bad news. I am so sorry about your little friend, it is heart breaking to lose a pet. I feel for you! As well I am sorry to hear that you are saying good bye to Savour – at least for a while. I hope you plan on coming back. Regardless, keep in touch via Twitter or Facebook and let us know that you are okay. I have been going through some family crap that has pretty much consumed my walking being; I found a book that is helping. You may like it as well – The Happiness Project. 🙂
xx oo
denise
Oh im so sorry about Natalie…she was such a sweet dog. Can’t believe its been 7 years already.
Im glad to see you combing the two blogs when you get back!
I do enjoy reading your blog and will certainly miss the read.
Sounds like your faith is being tested, what doesn’t kill you makes you stronger… May your faith, love and memories carry you through this storm. Remember after every storm comes a rainbow.. Good Luck. Rest your mind, mind body and soul.