Sleep Tight My Beautiful Emma x

Claire W

Claire W

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I have dreaded writing this post since Emma was diagnosed with cancer in May 2017 :( I always thought that it would be the cancer that took her but how wrong was I?

On Wednesday, I had a terrible accident that caused me to fall unconscious. The guinea pigs were free ranging in the hallway at the time and Emma was killed by my fall :( I can't remember a thing apart from waking up in hospital on Wednesday night with a fractured rib, painful arm and a head full of stitches.

People keep telling me that it wasn't my fault but I can't forgive myself :( I won't be on the forum for a while as I am currently in a lot of pain both physically and mentally and I need time to grieve but my baby girl deserves a tribute.

Emma first came to me in May 2013 along with her friend Erika (r.i.p) to join grieving Eliza and Enoch. @Wiebke very kindly did the bonding for me. Emma and Erika were at least 1 year to 18 months old when I adopted them.

Sadly Eliza died in March 2014 and Ellen came to join us in May 2014. Both Enoch and Erika sadly died towards the end of 2014 leaving just Emma and Ellen. In May 2015, Edward came to live with us. Emma was happy to retire from dominant sow and handed the reins over to Ellen who took over. The 3 of them have been living happily together until Emma died on Wednesday :(

Emma, you was my baby girl and I am so, so sorry for what happened. It doesn't matter what people say but I shall never be able to forgive myself :( I love you so much and you are going to be very much missed. You won first place for VIP veteran at the last Cavy Corner pignic in November and I was and still am so proud of you. I am proud for how long you have battled your cancer for and how happy you were right up until the end.

The piggy room is so quiet without you as you were the lowest wheeker. I miss your little face at breakfast and teatime begging for your food :(

Sleep tight my angel and have lots of fun at the rainbow bridge with Connie, Eleanor, Erin, Ena, Eliza, Enoch and your best friend Erika. Me, Ellen and Edward are going to miss you so very much and my heart is breaking xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx

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I am so very sorry what a terrible and tragic accident, and it really was an accident. I know how hard it is not to blame yourself but this was not your fault you are a fantastic piggie mum and Emma would not have battled her cancer so well without you. Hope you feel better soon physically and mentally and can soon remember the happy times. You will be missed here but I am sure we all understand how you feel. Sending you my very best wishes and hugs.
 
I meant what I said on Facebook about accidents and how you can never plan for them. You're not only a great piggy owner but you took great care of both my boys for me over Christmas and when Comet had his dental surgery. I'm sure Emma would be saying thank you for such a great life if she could. Thinking of you x RIP Emma, popcorn free little one.
 
I am so very sorry. Emma’s death was an accident so please do forgive yourself. I know that is easy to say and feels impossible to do just at the moment, however, try saying to yourself each day that you forgive yourself and one day you will realise it’s true.
You must also take care of your own health needs do look after yourself.
 
I'm so sorry Claire. I know it's easy to say, but you must not blame yourself. Emma wouldn't want you to. It was an accident, something completely out of your control. Sending you huge hugs, look after yourself and take time to heal. We are all here if you need any of us xx
 
Oh hun :'( please don't blame yourself. Accidents do happen, and i'm sure the others will agree, that we can't see into the future, we can only live in the moment. We also can't wrap our precious piggies in cotton wool, if that was the case, my horse would be double layered.. take care of yourself, i'm sure Emma would want that, hugs xx
 
What a beautiful tribute to a special lady. I have had the honour of meeting Emma when Claire adopted Ellen and Edward from BARC. She was a real character and l know she will be missed.
You are a wonderful piggy carer Claire and you would never wish any harm on your piggies. It was a tragic accident and thank goodness you are ok.
Take all the time you need. We will be here for you when you are ready x
 
I am so very sorry Claire, this really was not your fault and the blame you are assigning to yourself is unjustified and unfair.. It was a tragic accident - I am so truly sorry, you are wonderful piggy Mum and you gave Emma such a wonderful loving home. The rawness will dampen in time, please be kind to yourself, we all love you Claire and are here for you. Emma was so very loved and had a great life with you and her friends, she wouldn't want her mom to feel like this. Sending you all the hugs in the world we are here for you when you need us. Much love x

Sleep well pretty Lady

RIP Emma
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I’m so very sorry Emma has left for rainbow bridge. Such a tragic accident, please don’t blame yourself hun. Massive hugs xx

RIP Emma xx
 
Such a lovely tribute Claire to your beautiful girl. I’ve shed tears reading this and my heart goes out to you. I had the pleasure and honour of giving Emma a cuddle in November when she proudly won the VIP veteran at Cavy Corner. At our first forum meet in Manchester last summer we heard all about Emma from you & your mum. It was lovely to swap stories. Please try forgive yourself as it was an awful accident. I think we live fairly close by so if you or your mum fancy a coffee/chat/hug I’ll be more than happy to meet up somewhere.
Our wonderful late Pedro will look after you Emma over rainbow bridge. x
 
HI. I can fully understand how hard this is for you and your mum. Ive met you couple times and was privilege to be at Doncaster at the show and photo you and Emma after she won VIP award.
I can tell you now Claire your tears of being a proud piggie owner of a girl that was a battler against illness were reflected by other people who were their also having a little tear. You shall always have that Claire and you' can smile with pride upon that.
How she passed away is really not a issue I will only say and its a thing I have said in my life about many situations "was it done on purpose" and the answer is helpful towards moving on.
We who know you and I do a little will say a massive thank you for allowing us to follow a wonderful girlie piggie cared for by you and your family that Claire is a beautiful thing you have done. .
Time will allow you to mend the end but that's all it was Claire just the end. You have thousands of great memories that need to be remembered.
Get well get strong cos that little girl needs to be remembered.
I quote a greater man than I when I use this. " You done nothing wrong".

To EMMA Rest in peace little one at the world where all are equal and all are fixed. Your mummy is sad cos she loves you so much that what you did here. Bless you send my love to all. David. x
 
Claire, my heart breaks for you. I know how much you loved that beautiful girl. Fate has dealt you a terrible blow. You’ve had a completely unpredictable accident, suffered terrible injuries and lost your beloved piggy all at the same time. You could not have predicted or prevented it. Take time to heal, to grieve and to remember the fabulous life you gave Emma. We are here for you. Huge hugs xx
 
I'm so sorry Claire. I can't really add anything that has not already been said but please do not blame yourself. It was a freak accident and could not have been avoided. Take time to look after yourself xx
 
An accident is by definition something that happens unplanned and that you cannot prevent. You can only have hurt yourself so badly because you were desperately trying to avoid falling on your piggies when you fell onto their run, and rather risked killing yourself instead of protecting yourself. It is all our worst nightmare when a freak accident like this happens.

Your love and your sense of responsibility are extremely strong and you are still very much in shock right now. I hope that you can eventually find a measure of peace without destroying yourself once you have had time to grieve and to heal - for Emma's sake as much as for yours!

I wish any of my Tribe bondings had ever gone as smoothly as being there with you when dating Emma and Erika with old lady Eliza and young Enoch at The Potteries Guinea Pig Rescue! Emma took gently but firmly charge of them from the word go.

It has been a joy to look after Emma, Ellen and Edward for two summer holidays. Each time Emma did tell me just what a caring and loving mum you have been to her by her behaviour during her stay. She was very much the grand old lady that took the reins over from Eliza, only that she was more laid-back.

Here are some pictures and videos from their stays with the Tribe:
2016
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She was truly loved!
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BIG HUGS
 
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An accident is by definition something that happens unplanned and that you cannot prevent. You can only have hurt yourself so badly because you were desperately trying to avoid falling on your piggies when you fell onto your run, and rather risked killing yourself instead of protecting yourself. It is all our worst nightmare when a freak accident like this happens.

Your love and your sense of responsibility are extremely strong and you are still very much in shock right now. I hope that you can eventually find a measure of peace without destroying yourself once you have had time to grieve and to heal - for Emma's sake as much as for yours!

I wish any of my Tribe bondings had ever gone as smoothly as being there with you when dating Emma and Erika with old lady Eliza and young Enoch at The Potteries Guinea Pig Rescue! Emma took gently but firmly charge of them from the word go.

It has been a joy to look after Emma, Ellen and Edward for two summer holidays. Each time Emma did tell me just what a caring and loving mum you have been to her by her behaviour during her stay. She was very much the grand old lady that took the reins over from Eliza, only that she was more laid-back.

Here are some pictures and videos from their stays with the Tribe:
2016
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2017
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She was truly loved!
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BIG HUGS
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That brought tears. Beautiful.
 
Claire we all are in grief at this. Yours greater than we possibly never imagine.
Take each single hour as a small step.. How's your body with the injurys. xx
 
We are absolutely all here to support you in the difficult time Claire.
I know with most things it is very easy to blame ourselves for what has happened. This was absolutely as others have said a freak accident, out of your control. Please do try to remember that, even through hurting so much. Treasure how much you gave Emma and all those truly special me memories that no one can ever take away from you.

It was such a pleasure to meet and have a cuddle with Emma at the cavy corner show, she was such a sweet girl and it was obvious how much she was loved. She will be missed by us all on the forum as we all enjoyed catching up with her story.

Try to stay strong for Emma and your 2 other beautiful piggies. Get yourself better and think of all the happy times you shared.
 
I am so sorry to read this. I have followed your threads on Emma and know you are the kindest and most thoughtful of people. Sometimes what happens in life is taken out of our control by circumstances. This was a tragic accident that no one could have foreseen. I hope that when you are feeling better you can concentrate on caring for Edward and Ellen to help you cope with your loss.
 
I'm so sorry Clarie. Emma was quite the amazing little lady. Hope you are okay, and recovering well from your fall. It truly wasn't your fault, though I understand what awful hurt you must be going through. She was very much loved, and I know she knew that.
Wish I could give you a real hug. :hug::hug::hug::hug::hug::hug::hug:xx

Goodbye, sweet Emma. xx
 
Oh Claire, I have only just seen this and really have no words.
No one could have done more for the divine Miss Emma, and she lived a life of love and comfort.
You are an amazing owner and your tribute to Emma was beautiful.
Your love and devotion to her shines through in every word.
I wish you healing in the coming days, weeks and months.
Huge hugs from Switzerland tonight.
 
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