I'm just so sad

[Sparky04]

I don't know where to post this, but I'm just so sad. As some of you may know, Westley passed away yesterday. The emotional pain is just too much. It was so unexpected, and we're all just in shock. Sometimes I still expect him to be on the stand or in his cage. And Afie's been making GC noises, and that just makes it worse. I'm just so sad and the pain is just too much. I can't stand it. I've been crying almost the whole time since he died. I feel scared and like I don't know what to do. The pain feels physical, even if it's just emotional. My dad and my sister Kelsey want another bird, but say they'll wait until I'm ready. How did you get over the pain? Part of me feels like I'll never want to get another bird. And though it sounds silly, part of me is scared I'll never stop feeling this much pain. All we have left of him is lots of pictures, bite wounds on my hands and memories. Though he was only 5 months when he passed away and we only had him for 3 months, he'll forever be in our hearts.

 

[itzmered]

 

[deee]

Im so sorry. You will know when its time to get another one. Time heals all wounds..he cant be replaces but it would help fill the void in your heart. <3

 

[kcbee]

Let yourself grieve. You need time.

 

[Liana]

I am so sorry that you are experiencing this agony.

 

[Meatball]

So sorry, you need time to grieve, it will get better and you will know when the time is right to add another bird if you want to

 

[birdlvr466]

It takes time. Just let yourself grieve and in time the pain will lessen. It is so hard to lose our pets.

 

[Yoyo'sMom]

I'm sorry you're going through so much pain but it just shows how deeply you care. I went through a horrible grief when I lost my first and most beloved cat. I cried for days and weeks and yes I agree the pain is physical too. One thing that really helped me and this may not be right for you, but I started to volunteer at an animal shelter. There were so many sweet and gorgeous souls that needed lots of love and attention that it distracted me from my own pain. And of course it did take lots of time.

 

[rikkitikki]

Grieving sucks, I'm sorry you're in pain
It is normal to feel the way you're feeling, and like everyone else said, with time, it will hurt less, you'll see, one moment you'll find something that will make you smile, and for that instant you'll hurt just a little bit less. It will happen more and more often until you are able to balance your grieving with your day to day life. Then eventually what will be left is love for him and fond memories, and you'll be able to smile at the memories rather than feel so sad that he's not here. Chin up, it really does get better.

 

[ncGreyBirdLady]

 

[April]

'only you will know when the time is right.

 

[Leza]

 

[waterfaller1]

Sending healing energy to your heart.

 

[Bridgette]

 

[jerseybella]

There are so many of us that know your pain.
I just wanted to send a hug

 

[cnyguy]

So sorry for your loss. Many of us here do understand how you feel-- losing a beloved parrot is heartbreaking. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

 

[Shade]

 

[Mythreeiggys]

 

[Marlene]

Hope it gets better for you as time goes by.

 

[Danita]

It is very hard