It was a beautiful day on April 21, 2018 when Mary became part of the CAPE family. In the days that followed, she had a bubble bath to rid her of a flea infestation; visits to the veterinarian where she was diagnosed with an inoperable abdominal tumor; a nutrition plan of five meals a day that was developed to gently bring her body back from the ravages of starvation.
During her veterinary exam, we were told that she may have one week or one month to live. Here we are 16 1/2 weeks later, and Mary is nowhere near leaving this life. Although the tumor continues to grow, Mary does not seem at all bothered by it. She carries on each day with an attitude that all is normal and good. She gets excited at her mealtimes. She is patient and calm with all people and dogs. She ambles about the house and outdoors without any pain or concerns. Mary's daily life is a thing of beauty. And she is not interested in changing a thing.
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Kathy Helmer
8/15/2018 07:27:08 pm
Sweet Mary...she should inspire us all to squeeze out as much life as possible.
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Marlys
8/15/2018 09:20:33 pm
So happy to learn that sweet Mary is still with us. May she have many months of happy life ahead. She deserves the best! Thank you for your compassionate efforts on her behalf.
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Teri Forester
8/15/2018 09:36:58 pm
Thanks so very much for the update on Mary. I have been thinking about her and wondering how she is doing. I'm happy to hear she is doing so well and enjoying life. The little miracle girl!
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Carol Hyndman
8/16/2018 07:24:33 am
I am so glad to see Mary prove everyone wrong as she keeps on
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