Oh honey, I’m still wearing my dog’s tags on a chain around my neck and she died 2 years ago. You’ve suffered a tremendous loss; it’s not being a whiner. It’s just tears from missing your boy. ❤
I was just saying the same thing to my husband after watching this episode. Blue was your life partner. You are not whining. You are grieving. Hard. We are here supporting and loving you however you present yourself. Feel all the feels. As a therapist I cannot emphasize that enough. Journal, talk about, process, and it will get easier with time. It will never really go away unfortunately, because he will never be back. It is the unfortunate cost of love.
I lost mine 3 years ago I have a sample of her fur her collar her tags & a paw print we brought her home & buried her I wanted her cremated so if we moved I could take her with me
It took me 25 years to even think about getting another dog after Eli died of pancreatic cancer. It felt like I was betraying his memory to have another canine brother. I am now at a place where I have another pup and I live her, but no one will ever replace Eli.
61 year old fella here , so sorry about Blue, i lost my buddy Bones 2 years ago, during my Cancer he was my comfort. And watching your channel. keep moving foreward, i liked the episode where becka hung out with you. take care my dear , thanks for all you do for me.
I lost my cat a year ago and still can hardly think of her without tearing up. I sleep with a blanket that has a picture of her right above my head so I feel some sort of comfort. Thinking of you daily and sending love.
Dear Maria, you are not complaining. You have been through a lot. Grief takes time. Be kind to yourself and take what ever time you feel your body/mind/soul needs. We will all wait and be there for you. 💚
Ria grief is so unpredictable. I lost my Mum a year ago, she was 96 so it wasn't unexpected but it hits me like it was just yesterday. I go full on for days and days and then have a day or two that I cry just all day. Crying shouldn't be thought of as a bad thing. Crying is such a relief valve. Google what it does for your body...it's quite amazing. Hugs to you and Tas. Hugs to you. I turned 60 this year and if it's one thing I've learnt it's to look after yourself when you need it. ❤
Oh our beautiful Ria…Blue will never leave your thoughts…he was so special…we are all dog lovers and by the comments we care very much…l still cry over dogs that have shared my life….always know …we care…and a big hug to Taz…
WHINE ALL YOU WANT! 🫂🫂🫂🫂 We miss Blue too, I honestly still find it hard to watch your channel without him. Not because I don’t enjoy your content I just miss seeing how happy you both were together. Stay strong girly 🖤🫂 💙
I lost my soul dog, Murphy, four years ago. He was 6. It was aggressive and tragic. As time goes on, my heart has healed a little. There are days and seasons that I still miss the crap out of him and cry like it just happened. You loved Blue with everything you had and your grief will wane on some days and others will just consume you. There is nothing wrong with it. ❤
First time commenting from Spain here. Don't say sorry for missing Blue, I wish I could make it all better for you. I love these videos showing back to basic van life. ❤
Wow, I get it. Driving home a few days ago with my teen daughter and I just started crying. She said don’t cry mom. How sweet. I told her I was just tired of continuously going. Dried it up, got home, took a 4 hour nap (lol). Watched tv in my room with some coffee and then I was good!!! Husband and kids gave me space I needed for a bit. Anyway, love you and Taz! Thanks for reading!!!!
litterky blue like watching them like blue became so special to me like I don’t even know how but I love them so much and I love Maria blue and Taz in her whole entire family so much
I lost 2 furkids in 6 months. One was 15 & one was 12. I bawl every time you mention blue. I loved that furkid. I sent my sister your tube just because of blue. Before he passed. I have a 12 yr old pit mix and a 4 yr old lab mix I adopted last month. I still miss Bella & Jack. A song I’ve just heard is by jelly roll. “I’m not ok” it resonates w me about life in general right now. ❤
No need for sorry Maria, your videos puts smiles on our faces and make us happy, So THANK YOU for being here for us as we will ALWAYS be here for you and Taz.
Excited for you and we all have those moments. If I crash and burn I didn't have to think to deep about what's breaking me. If you tap the side of the lid in a triangle, the seal will release. I noticed you did the same against the wood. Safe travels
I’m glad you are doing something new and fun!! You and Taz really need a break!! I can’t wait to see where you’re going!!! So excited!! Happy Camping and Safe Travels!! ❤️❤️🙏🏻🙏🏻🐶🐶🐾🐾
I promise you; FRIENDS has gotten me through depression. I love friends. I watch them every single day over and over. I listen to them when I go to sleep. Thank you for sharing your content.
Everyone has times in their lives that it isn't all sunshade and rainbows. You are entitled to have off days. You went through a lot in a few months. It takes time to grieve a loss of your best friend. Love watching your channel. Stay safe and take care.
Ria, you can cry and share your grief, it’s part of healing. You are not complaining, you have been through a deep loss and you loved Blue very much. My dog passed 12 years ago and I still think of her every day, but ai can tell you with time the hurt does ease and eventually you will find more joy in the memories than grief. Just take each moment as it comes.
You are doing awesome Maria. My heart aches for you every time you show us your grief. It is a long complicated process but you are one tough cookie! Keeping you in my thoughts
I’ll be praying for you Maria. And don’t ever feel like when you are venting it’s you complaining and we don’t want to hear it. I’ll listen to you for hours if it makes you feel better. It’s okay not to be okay. And take a break when needed. I’ll be here whether you post every week or once a year. ❤
Friends is 100% my go-to for comfort tv. I know almost every single word to every single episode. Ross is my favorite!! I reference a line of his daily. ❤❤❤
It's okey to feel the way you do. Blue was a huge part of your life. I know, because my cat of 18 years just passed away a couple of weeks ago. I knew it was coming. I know i gave her the best life i could and she was spoiled beyond belief. I'll miss Sandy cat not drinking my sweet tea and begging for chicken. Much love to you.❤❤❤❤
Young lady, I exceed your age probably by almost three or four decades. I do worry about young people like you and the things that put them on edge. I remember stories from grandparents when they were going through the Great Depression. It was a horrible time most certainly - but when asked, they always said that you have to move on. Comparatively speaking, they went through a situation many times worse than the relatively minor life stresses that are knocking today's young people on their pins. You and all that you love are mortal - if you and your loved ones are healthy - you have the whole basket of life goodness in your lap you are RICH. Have had to watch many dearly loved family members and my pets pass away over all my years. The scars are still in my heart from their loss and I take both sadness & comfort in their memories. Enjoy this time in your life because there are many more life challenges that lie ahead (loss of family members, personal illness, etc.) that will cut you to your core. There is much truth to that old bumper sticker adage; "Don't sweat the small stuff, because it is ALL small stuff". You have your life, health, your parents, siblings and a dear little dog that thinks the world of you with a grand adventure ahead of you, both. Shed a tear, certainly, but don't let it handicap you - dust yourself off, stand up, stand tall and keep moving forwards.
Grief comes in waves. There’s no cookie cutter way of going through it. So sorry about Blue & getting ripped off. Praying 2025 is your best year yet. 🙏🏻
It's better to go with your grief when you need to let it out. You will always have the memories of Blue and your journey together. You may want to try "chunking" your work. Organize the most important tasks first, then break those down into manageable parts. This will help keep you on track. Thanks for sharing your journey with us, the highs and lows. Enjoy the wins and learn from the challenges.
Ria, I lost my fur baby Molly over two years ago.. she was so much to me. I miss her more than I can say. A companion like no other.. always there.. support through thick and thin. It is somewhat of a comfort to see you kiss Tazz so much.. I can tell your bond has deepened. She is to be cherished too.. God knows everything on this earth is temporary. Sweet, beautiful Maria, never worry or feel bad about sharing your pain or loss.. this is what makes us human and relatable. Love ya girlie.. please be safe and don't stay out of our country for too long.🤗🙏🐕
Don’t ever feel the need to apologize for being upset about Blue. My dog JD died almost 3 years ago and I STILL have those moments where I start bawling my eyes out as if he had just died. Literally, at least once a week still. It’s been something that I haven’t been able to get last. I have two new dogs since, but they still can’t fill that hole in my heart 😢
I don’t know if anyone said this or not but if you have trouble opening jars, just hit the lid into the corner of something hard. It will pop it right open! Usually I just hit it on the counter, I just wasn’t sure what you had in the rig 😊 Thanks for your content, I really admire your strength!
Maria, I think being rundown (for me anyhow) makes us emotional. It took me a long time to get over my pup I had for 17 years. I understand. Take time to care you. We will be here for you. I hope this trip will give you some well needed rest and peace inside.
SENDING YOU BIG HUGS!!!! I’m sorry you’re going through this. I lost my dog in May and we were so close like you and blue. I took her everywhere. Life is so empty without her. All I can say is you’re gonna have a good days and bad days and just take one day at a time.
Take all the time you need to get better. I lost my dog 4 years ago, and still miss him. I laughed so much when you said "who tightened this ,the hulk?!! So funny!! I love the TV show of friends too! One of my favorites. Your dog Taz is beautiful! Take care.
You are still mourning your baby! Let yourself do what you need to mourn Blue. Also, it was a blow to have all your footage of Blue get stolen. Give yourself the time you need, and I will be praying for you, and Tazz.
Great Job on recognizing that you needed to show yourself grace and acknowledge that you needed a breather. A lot of people do not do that and push on because for generations that is what we are told and then end up worse off. I was in the Navy and “suck it up buttercup” was etched in my brain, so much so that I too repeated it to many only to realize that that only works until it doesn’t and then you have a lot more to fix and that it will take a minute to do so. You continue to take your breaks when needed. I find a good movie to immerse myself into and eat chocolate. Everyone does it different and different events cause people to need breaks, but that doesn’t mean it’s not needed. I miss my boy Romeo all the time and wish he was with me. I lost him in October 2018 and think he will always be in my heart to miss from time to time. Blue was one of a kind. You gave him a great life and he returned it with unconditional love and joy. Whenever you feel that sting of missing him, thank him for being part of your life for as long as he was. It will help a little. Sorry this is so long.
Big hugs Maria! I miss seeing Blue too😕 You and Blue loved each So much, it's ok to have sad days. Your love for Taz is so sweet and good to see ❤️ You're an inspiration! Love you guys ❤️🤗❤️🙏
I love your laugh. You make me smile. So sorry you havent been in the best of spirits but totally understandable. I know what its like to lose a pet. Theyre truly family! Glad you have Taz there to help you through it though. Hope your trip lifts your spirits and you see way better days moving forward. Sending you love and comforting vibes.
Thank you Maria. Thank you for sharing Blue with all of us, he was the best doggo and I hope you are able to get through it well. Much love and respect.
I lost my Dusty over 5 years ago and pictures of her bring smiles, laughter and tears today. My Uncle died 20 years ago and my Aunt still says damn it Bill you missed this. It is a form of love loss and it never goes away we all just deal with it differently.
Brown sugar, butter, and sage. Melt the butter until it starts to sizzle and brown. Then add about a tablespoon of brown sugar and sage. Mix and heat. It tastes great on any pumpkin gnocchi or ravioli. (I love to cook😊)
I watch old video's just to see Blue..I miss him so much, so I know how much you must be suffering. Don't ever EVER feel like you shouldn't voice your pain about Blue. We are here for you and it helps to heal your heart to feel those emotions and talk about it. I loved the "LIVE" I watched this morn..hilarious!! you are a sport and that is why we love ya Maria!
You have to be proud that you gave blue the best life he could ever have he was never caged up he never had to sit in a house he lived his best life with you and you're the one that gave it to him ❤️🩹🥰
When i lost my little yorkie, it literally put me in the hospital,my heart couldn't stand it,and that was 4 years ago, and i miss him every day. People say i should get another, but i just can not go through that pain again. Time heals, but time doesn't let you forget.
I so understand re Blue. He was something super special. They are all special but when you have such a strong bond it's like half your soul is ripped out when they pass. Cry all you like. We loved him so much too. 💙 😢
Ria we are here for you and sweet Taz!! Healing is a process never gets easy take one day at a time!!God be with you on your journey with Taz!! Prayers of comfort and safety for you both hope you met up with family or friends along the way! Take care girls we love you both 🙏🏼👩🏻🥰🐶🥰
I lost two of my soul dogs over a decade ago now. I still cry when I think of them. Please don't feel like you need to apologize for grieving. It's a process that matures but never cures. It's okay to cry about it ❤️. Take care of yourself, dear. Especially if you're feeling burnt out. Your health should always come first.
Dear Ria, I have my moments too when I think of my lil 5 pound chihuahua, who passed in 2017. I empathize and know what you are going through. I also know that you will heal and be greatly blessed by the funny moments and the times Blue protected you. Hugs
You are not whining, you’re grieving for Blue and then Poh being *aped in NJ . You’re safe place doesn’t feel all that safe. So time heals everything . My roommate, TRex (my niece’s pup) passed 2years ago and I’m still grieving. Take care, and spend more time loving Taz and yourself. Bless you, girl. 🐕
💙 it's harder to get over the loss of pets 💙 when that bond is so strong 💙 it changes you forever 💙 it's been a difficult time for you 💙 I miss my babies deeply, always will 🙏
I lost my last Lab 12 years ago, I can’t part with here collar to this day. There are days when I get really melancholy and I still miss her everyday. Tears for Blu, are normal Ria, you cry whenever you need to.
Does it help Maria out financially too if we watch old videos so she can replace at least some of her things?? I know the lost video footage is irreplaceable.
@@sabrinakhan5749 do they get more money for different age groups?? I just know that I can’t really afford to send money but I can watch on my night shifts.
Crying releases sadness and tension. Sometimes you need to cry. We all do that, or should, even males. You did a great job cleaning your Defender. Hang in there. Focus on the future, not the rearview mirror. We learn from our past and make cherished memories of better times. Those stinkin' thieves will get theirs, no doubt.
Cool thumbnail! Kudos for your outstanding editing skills,as always! A 25 minute video, bring it on! Great to see you and Tax again! What a nice birthday treat,yay!!💗😃👋👍
Hugs!! Hope it starts feeling better. You and Blue were so blessed to have each other. Taz is so cute!!! You’ll do what works when you’re ready. Give yourself some grace. I’m praying for you.
That's what I've got to do tonight - gas up and clean the windshield. Red mountain had all cmv chain laws in effect. It's pretty where you are with the fall colors and all. You know, when I was younger I struggled knowing when to take a break and do a spa day (as I like to call it). The older you get, the more you learn to build them in, and also work in tiny ones throughout the week so you don't get to the point where you're overwhelmed.
I’m so grateful that you cry with us. To expect yourself to just jump back into the game after such a tremendous loss is unfair. Taz has grown so much since you adopted her and you poor yourself into nurturing her, she will be fine. Love your sharing and I’m praying that talking to us helps you. If I can say anything I want to tell you to stop apologizing for your grief and just be you.
I'm so sorry. Sending you the biggest hugs! Please, take the time to yourself that you need! You know your people will be here waiting for you no matter how long you need! ❤
MARIA!! I love your channel!! As another independent lady living on her own I wanted to share a hack I have for opening jars passed down to me from my mom: if you tap the edge of the lid with like a butter knife or the edge of the counter it helps release the seal to make it easier to open.
Hi Ria! You will be fine. It takes time to heal & process everything that has happened to you. You just take good care of yourself & always be safe!! “You are stronger, gentler, more resilient, and more beautiful than you know”. ❤
Girl you do what you need to do. I'm glad that you can vent we all have to do that. Your keeping it real. That is another reason I really like watching you. You are so kind and you are very strong. I really appreciate you and Taz. I look forward to all of your videos.
You are honestly such a beautiful person inside and out. I have 2 dogs and love them with all my heart. I pray that you heal inside and can find happiness.
Thank you for posting a new video today. It was a needed distraction from grieving my mom’s passing 2 years to the day today. Anyways, thank you for helping me get through this process with your content.
Hi Miss Maria and Taz 👋 No need to apologize for feeling sad over Blue 💙he was so special to you. I miss seeing him in the videos and he’s never forgotten. Be safe in your newest journey and have some fun. 💙👍🌈 Your friend in NJ.
A lot of your Rue films keep coming up on my tablet and I didn't follow you in the earlier times so I started to watch and couldn't get through even 5 minutes, Blue just was so handsome and playful and it made me cry so much. My dog is almost 12 and I don't know how I will ever get on in life when she is gone. God bless you and fill your aching heart I pray each day will be a bit better.
You are soooo freaking ADORABLE!! I don’t generally leave comments on any RU-vids, but I felt so inclined to do so today. Your tenacity, love of life and love of adventure draw me to you, repeatedly. You go on and cry sweet girl!! Let it out and move on. I love you (sounds weird because I don’t know you, but you remind me of my daughter!) I loved your Blue (through you) and I can TOTALLY relate!! THANK YOU for being you and PLEASE come to the Oregon coast someday! I would LOVE to meet you and show you around!! (Perhaps you’ve already been and I don’t know it)😂😂 Take care, be safe and God Bless you!!!
I 100% percent understand. I am dealing with the year anniversary of the loss of my heart horse in September and my dog Spartacus (I swear we shared a soul), October 17th! Yes, I lost the most important animals in my life a month apart. As an experienced person ( older)! Please give yourself some grace. Every single one of your followers will understand taking it a little slower to deal with all the trauma you have been through!
Take a less on from a 70+ yr old lady who's wrists & fingers have gotten weak & slight arthritis. When opening a jar, turn the jar upside down so the lid is away from you in an angle, not up & down Using the heel of the palm of your other hand, hit the bottom of the the jar as hard as you can 1 or 2 times. You will hear a slight "POP: Now you should be able to turn the lid with some force. If that doesn't work, use the handle of a heavy knife to tap on the very edges around the ring of the lid, don't tap it too light and don't tap it too hard, you don't want to crack the glass edge of the jar. I know these two methods work because I use them all the time. You've got this girl! I saw you at the Overland meet up, well, in the background. I saw "Poe" in the background while watching Timmy from Truck House Living at the meet up. He is such an awesome and positive young man! Give Taz hugs for me.
Anytime you need to vent or cry we're here for you You got this girl . Also a quick way to open a jar that doesn't want to open is to tap it with a butter knife on top with the handle end I found that way works for me all the time .
You will have these times forever about Blue. I lost my buddy boston in 2001 and I still get emotional. I have had 6 bostons since and it really barely softens the loss of my buddy. I know he would be happy to know other bostons are in our home. My happiest time was with 4 bostons at the same time. House was like a circus.
