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[andiesenji]

There are many Americans who still contend that some folks in the south speak a language that is almost incomprehensible to people from outside the region.

The difference were far more discernible when I was a child, when travel and migration was less available. 
When I went to spend a summer with my mother in Wisconsin at age eleven, I was teased by the children because of my southern drawl. 

I grew up in Kentucky, which is considered part of the south and where you can still hear some of the odd language quirks but not as much as in the "deep" south.  (Florida is not included.)

"You-uns" is for when one is speaking to a group, or one can say "all y'all" - while the singular "y'all" speaks to just one person:  "How y'all doin this evenin?" 

There have been many theses written about the origin of some of these terms.  Some are still a mystery.  The "y'all" is postulated to have begun with ye all in the earliest days of the Virginia and Carolina colonies. 

[Mary Brown]

I hate this overwhelming feeling of deep sadness that I have after having to put my 16 year old dog to sleep yesterday.  :(I know it will pass in time but the part in the middle sucks big time 

[CreamPuff63]

I know exactly how you feel MB. A few years ago I had to take our little Jack Russell to the vet to be put down cos she kept getting skin cancers, and she kept looking up at me with those trusting eyes not knowing what was going to happen when I left her. Also about 3 weeks ago our georgeous cat got run over and I couldn't stop howling then either. They give us happy times, great memories and loyal companionship so there is every reason to feel the loss. I feel for you 

[judydawn]

I feel your sadness Colleen, our pets are like our children.  In my family, they send flowers after the death of a pet - that's how important they are to some people.

[Cuilidh]

Colleen, so very sad to hear the news.  Hugs from my part of the world.

[andiesenji]

I do understand how you feel.  You do truly need a period of grieving, it's truly losing a family member. 

[cookie1]

Colleen I really feel for you. OUr pets are truly part of our family. Usually a part we tell all our secrets to too.

[Bedlam]

Our sympathy to you also, we lost our pappilion 18 months ago and were all very distressed. Although she had been unwell for a long time her death was sudden. I guess we were fortunate we didn't have to make the decision. Hugs to you.x

[Mary Brown]

Thankyou everyone... I know what we are feeling is normal but it's very hard... we will be ok... just need time... thanks again ...

[Bonsai]

my dog died recently as well (thus the change in avatar picture to show him as a puppy) - I understand your sadness, they are a big part of the family and we miss them dearly

[nazar]

so sorry to hear of the passing of your dog
they become such a big part of your life  we have a 15 year old healthy golden lab
and l dredge the day she dies l think l will have uncontroll crying  as she is like our first child

[andiesenji]

The Following has always been of great comfort to me:

Rainbow Bridge

Just this side of heaven is a place called Rainbow Bridge. 

When an animal dies that has been especially close to someone here, that pet goes to Rainbow Bridge. 
There are meadows and hills for all of our special friends so they can run and play together. 
There is plenty of food, water and sunshine, and our friends are warm and comfortable. 



All the animals who had been ill and old are restored to health and vigor; those who were hurt or maimed are made whole and strong again, just as we remember them in our dreams of days and times gone by. 
The animals are happy and content, except for one small thing; they each miss someone very special to them, who had to be left behind. 



They all run and play together, but the day comes when one suddenly stops and looks into the distance. His bright eyes are intent; His eager body quivers. Suddenly he begins to run from the group, flying over the green grass, his legs carrying him faster and faster. 



You have been spotted, and when you and your special friend finally meet, you cling together in joyous reunion, never to be parted again. The happy kisses rain upon your face; your hands again caress the beloved head, and you look once more into the trusting eyes of your pet, so long gone from your life but never absent from your heart. 



Then you cross Rainbow Bridge together.... 



Author unknown...

[Cuilidh]

Andie, what can I say ... that brought a tear to my eye.  That is very lovely.

[Mary Brown]

Yes andie I know The Rainbow Bridge well... and I also get great comfort from that... I believe that all of my pets are there showing her the way and that I WILL see them again.... I have a favourite saying and that is " If dogs don't go to heaven then when I die I want to go where they go ".............. and if it's The Rainbow Bridge well then I will be very happy...
Thanks Bonsai... I will change my avatar today if I can find a suitable photo of Miss Gump....and thankyou for the  flowers nazar
Creampuff63... we have the 2 Jack Russells so you know what they are like...I am so sorry to hear about you cat... yes so many happy memories...Bedlam I am sorry for your loss also...Cookie1, judydawn and Marina .. thanks for your comforting words.... yes we have no children so our pets ARE our family... I really appreciate all the support and kind words and sharing of stories... Thanks from Molly and Me xx

[Mary Brown]

Well I have changed my avatar to this which is my favourite photo of DH having a cuddle with his 2nd favourite girl ♥