Bliss 🐶 3/5/2011 (gotcha day) - 3/10/2026 🌈
Hey guys I wanted to give you guys an update on why I’ve been sorta MIA this past week. On Tuesday of last week we had to put our dog Bliss of 15 years (and 5 days exactly) down. She was the first sister I ever had. She was so not a girly girl though. She was the protector and also the sweetest dog you’d ever meet. She helped raise all our foster puppies and had a momma dog heart. She has a special connection to my couponing journey too. Only about a month after we adopted her was when I started couponing (you can see my coupon inserts in the 3rd photo 😂). It’s been a hard week for our entire family, but we’ve taken comfort in the funny Bliss stories we’ve been sharing. Like how much she loved Christmas and the year she ate through all the presents to find the coffee my dad bought my mom (my brother still has a present from that year with her teeth marks on it) 🤣. So if I’m not as active on social media right now I apologize. I had started last week off excited for the deals after being sick the week before (even recorded Walgreens haul, had a CVS and Target haul delivered on Wednesday but wasn’t up to post or record, then skipped Jewel, Meijer and Walmart this past week). Also our puppy Sophie had her stitches out on Thursday so it’s been a lot of trips to the vet. But I should have Walgreens haul today and CVS will be delivered later this week (Wednesday possibly). Thank you all for understanding ❤️
Losing a pet like Bliss, who was with the family for over 15 years, is truly heart-wrenching. I’ve personally experienced the deep bond that forms between a dog and their human family, and it’s amazing how they become such integral parts of our daily lives. Bliss’s role as both protector and nurturer, especially helping with foster puppies, highlights how pets can fill so many roles beyond just companionship. One thing that often helped me cope after losing a pet was reflecting on the joyful moments and funny memories, much like the story shared about Bliss loving Christmas and finding coffee presents hidden among gifts. These stories keep their spirit alive and offer comfort during tough times. Integrating these memories into your daily thoughts can gently ease grief. It’s also important to acknowledge that grief affects our energy and routines. Taking breaks from social media or usual activities, like the author did with their couponing hauls, is completely normal and necessary. This can provide space for healing before returning to normal life. Moreover, caring simultaneously for another pet, like puppy Sophie having surgery and stitches, adds layers of responsibility but can also bring hope and new joy. Balancing grief while nurturing a new pet can help with emotional recovery. I highly recommend joining support communities, either in person or online, for those who have lost a pet. Sharing experiences and listening to others can provide invaluable comfort. The hashtags #loss, #grief, and #rainbowbridge seen here are examples of online spaces where pet owners connect and heal together. Finally, remembering how Bliss was a part of the author’s couponing beginnings shows how pets influence our lives in unique ways. Such personal stories inspire reflection on how animals impact our life journeys and the small things that continue to bring smiles even after they’ve passed.