My tough holiday weekend

I'm so sorry, OP. Maybe this gif, a DL icon, will make you feel just a little better.

Be blessed that you had them for as long as you did.

I'm am terribly sorry for your losses. No one will ever fully understand what you are going through, but I am hear to listen.

Call a mutual friend over and have a glass of wine and share fun memories of your mother.

I'm so sorry this is going on for you. Let yourself fall apart for a bit. Take to the bed when you are not making arrangements. It's going to suck for a while but you will make it and you will remember your Mom and Duke in ways that bring comfort to you. You gave them both a better life and they will always be in your heart and memories. This is the hardest part of life as humans. But you are stronger than you ever imagined. Peace to you

OP, those are two huge losses so make sure you give yourself plenty of time and grace to grieve. I’m so sorry.

I hope the special memories of both will ease your sorrow soon.

Animal GIFs and music 🎶

That's rough, OP. I'm sorry you're going through this. Be kind to yourself.

So sorry for your loss, OP. Check in with us, please.

I'm so sorry for your loss. Be gentle with yourself and know that people are sending warm loving thoughts.

My God OP I'm so very sorry. I have no words. Just try to be in touch with your feelings. Let them out. Don't deny yourself that.

And one day hopefully sooner than later I hope you're able to be at peace.

I bet both were lucky to have you.

Would your mom be proud of you for being this desperate for attention? I’m not being cunty, just asking honestly what she was like.

I think this video will cheer you up. RIP.

You have to wonder why bad things happen to good folks like OP.

Sending you love OP. And a big hug. So sorry for your loss ❤️

You’re all the best

Was he a rescue dog?

Haha R12 the irony of YOU asking that question of anybody is likely lost only on low IQ you.

OP, please pay attention starved, low IQ R12 no mind. He knows not what he's doing.

Peace, OP.

Please take care and give yourself lots of time to heal. You were lucky to have them and they were lucky to have you. Blessings,

I am ver sorry OP. You are going through the worst of times. It seems you had a great relationship with your mother. That is a blessing and may the happy memories sustain you. I speak from experience.

Any one of those things would be a lot to handle but both at once — incredibly rough time, OP.

I'm sorry for both of your losses.

OP, I am so sorry to hear this. Sending hugs and loads of DL love.❤️

I'm sorry for your losses, OP. Would it make you feel better to tell us about her? If so, do so.

I am so sorry for your losses. May your happy memories and the comfort of friends get you through this, OP.

I’m very sorry for your losses, OP. That’s so sad. I hope you have someone you can to talk to (in person). Online helps, but face-to-gave is better. Hugs.

You will get through this. ❤️

So sorry for losses OP. You must feel your world has collapsed. Please be patient with yourself. Move through the grieving process in a manner that you feel is right not what others tell you to do. Seek out friends if you're religious make sure you seek comfort at your house of worship. I wish you the best OP, you are strong, you are a survivor!

I’m so very sorry on your loses.

Virtual hugs ((((((🌹))))))

It will get easier. Do something nice for yourself. Big hugs x

Just watch North West "sing" on youtube.

You will have no choice but to laugh hysterically.

My condolences on the loss of your dog, OP.

I’m so so sorry OP. My heart breaks for you and I wish you peace. We’re here to listen, and to help however we can. 🩷

Dear OP, i know the pain of your loss and i bet your mother is watching over your dog. Hugs ❣️

Interesting that most of the responses are about the dog instead of the mother.

I'm getting there too, OP. I'm afraid my dog is getting ready for the big dog park in the sky. She's 14 and yes a rescue dog.

So sorry to hear this news, OP. My heartfelt condolences on these losses. And be sure to take care of yourself during this time of grief.

Did you happen to kill one or both of these loved ones, OP?

Words are inadequate at a time like this, but try to take solace in the happiness of all the memories shared.

^You forgot to give credit to the Dollar General store sympathy card you stole that shitty quote from.

So sorry, OP. May your memory of each be a blessing.

I'm so sorry OP. A few years ago I lost my dad, cousin, and close friend within 4 months. It's going to be really rough for you, every day will be different. One day you'll be sad but able to go about your day and the next you'll be so overwhelmed with grief you won't be able to get out of bed.

If you need to cry, then cry. If you need to sleep all day then just do it. Take care of yourself. Hope you get through this.

My deepest condolences on your losses. Do what you need to do to work through your greiving, but take care of yourself.

The loss of a little dachshund....I've been there, OP. Love to you at this sad time.

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I'm very sorry for your losses OP, that's a double whammy. I think I'd curl up in my bed for a week or weeks. I lost my mother last year, it was expected and yet, it still hurt like hell. And does.

Sending peace and well wishes your way. Take care of yourself.

I am so sorry to hear this. I lost my mom to cancer last year, and that was tough. But to lose your dog as well......my heart aches for you my friend.

Best wishes to you, sweetie

May their memories be a blessing to you.

So sorry for your loss OP. Take comfort in the love and memories of both. Hugs to you.

OP, thinking of you. I'm so sorry. Life can be very cruel, can't it? I am certain you were greatly loved by both your mother and your best friend. That's worth a lot. 🙏

OP, in times like this it pays to concentrate your feelings on me.

I’m waiting for my 4qt. Saucier pan and have ingredients for its first use. The pan is delayed.

Sorry about the dog, etc.

R13, that video is weird. It's narrated by a female Sheldon Cooper type. I think OP can safely skip it.

OP, my favorite cat is named Duke and he's like a dog, very affectionate. Doxies are very cute and a lot better fun to be around. I'm sure Duke was a great pup and ruled the roost as dachshunds tend to do. I'm sure that he lived up to his name. I'm very sorry for the loss of your pal and your mom, too. Take it easy and we're all here if you need a shoulder to cry on.

Funeral this Saturday, June 1st. Praying for strength.

Life is shit and then you-

Sorry, OP.

OP hope things are going as ok as possible for you.

Peace brother.

That's a double-barrel wham. Sorry it happened to you all at once. Allow yourself to grieve.

How sweet to have a funeral for your dog.

God R50's post is perfect. A lovely sentiment eloquently stated.

OP, you have lost lives that mattered to you, and that’s a blow, but at least you still have the datalounge, where you can make fun of Madonna to your heart’s content. 🤍