Their favourite cousins are my cousins two canines, including one they have yet to meet in person. Scott, Im so sorry for your loss. I am not crying, you are crying i absolutely share every emotion and sentiment being a doggy mom. Im just about to give our beagle a big cuddle. But you will make peace with those emotions and find bliss. Your thoughtful, touching post on this topic was powerful and timely. Sadly, the couple got divorced in 2021 after a 25-year marriage. It reminds me to cherish the time i have with my 3 beautiful dogs. Scott Galloway Twitter The SoHo loft, a wintertime apartment in South Beach, a summer home in Watermill (complete with sand volleyball court, despite the fact that I do not play volleyball), and a metallic blue Maserati. I guess well get a leather couch, it wipes off. Beautifully written. For the most part, I am able to put out of my thoughts the fact that one day our family dog will no longer be with us. Long time reader. Thanks for sharing. Your post captures the heartbreak of putting down a beloved pet, especially one that your children have grown up with. Such a meaningful tribute, Scott, beautifully written. I have a senior dog and know time is precious. He was Cindy Crawford and the rest of us were ogling pubescent boys. Does one replace? It is only right that your and your family are in mourning. Im convinced my dad loved Happy more than my mom. Beautiful and moving post. My admiration does, too good for you for letting your feelings out! Todays workout flew by : I even clapped! I lost my 14 year old baby (cat, but you knowyoungest of 3) a year agoin some ways, Im still not over itand since then, the other two seem to have recognized Damn, were old, too. Now they sleep a lot more, cling a lot more and hobble a little more. I, too, heard an unimaginable cry when Teddy could no longer walk. I am so very sorry for your beautiful girls loss. Condolences to you and your entire family. Thats it! Thank you. Never have I been compelled like today to comment. Again, beautiful essay reminding us whats really important when so much media is horrible, attention-seeking theater. Still looking for a new fur-baby. Listening, disciplining (bad at this), and trying to make thousands of little investments of affection and patience., Trusting/hoping that when Im old, upset, and feeling helpless, I will see my sons and feel a mix of relief and reward.. It is so hard to lose a pet. Did you write it do you have attribution, I would like to share it with your permission. What a wonderful tribute to Zoe and what a terrific reminder to all of us to embrace every day to its fullest, for us all all those we love. . This is what really matters. This one made me cry it was so utterly raw and human and vulnerable and something that I can relate to on a personal level. I embarked on a series of obsessive relationships with people, business ventures, and material goods (the more scarce, the better). This blog is a reminder why. It helped. Our dogs are living, breathing love. If there were such a thing as inter species actuarial tables, our 13 year old Buddy the cockapoo will be gone before too long. life without loss is not life. Today I grasped 100%, because Ive felt what youre feeling. Thanks for such an honest read. What a beautiful, vulnerable post. I relish your scathing insights and ability to predict the moves of the markets and a shared dislike for the megalomaniacal sociothpath that is The Zuck. I have loved every single one to this point. She was 17 years young until the end. While not much information is publicly available about his personal life, the professor does often share images of his family on his various social media profiles. Everything we love goes away eventually. The process was fulfilling for him as it provided her solace and hammered home the message that life is precious and fleeting. I received a condolence card that although makes me tear up each time I read it, has given me some solace. Madeline Merlo Marries Chase Fann: See the Wedding Photos - People Galloway. I loved everything Scott said tonight, then I find this wonderful article about what losing the family dog meant to him. CEOs Who Burned Through Millions and Tanked Their Own Companies John 11:25 Jesus said to her, I am the resurrection and the life. Information about his education is still under review as his siblings. Condolences to you and familyRIP Zoey. Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. Mine was over 2 months ago and I still struggle with the grief. Time is the school in which we learn, Time is the fire in which we burn., I came here for the tech. Youre the light at the end of this long, bleak pandemic tunnel! My dog was named Diesel and I had him for 15 years. Thank you for sharing. One hardass making another one cry. We never forget the dogs in our lives. It makes it seem as an eulogy. Thanks for sharing and giving us all a chance to grieve with you of things lost. Very raw, touching and resonates deeply. I lost my mom in this pandemic. He revealed that his parents split when he was nine, setting him up for a failed marriage in the future. We put our dog down this past summer. Relating to the many careers Scott has, it is pretty obvious he generates a lot of income. I can feel the emotions on this writing so much that I cant stop crying..thanks for sharing such emotional/personal stories. It felt like betrayal although medically it was the only solution. But it certainly never fails to impact us all. Your writing reminds me of another post that I read some time ago -Andrew Sullivan on his beagle: http://dish.andrewsullivan.com/2013/08/05/over-5/. Later on, Galloway founded a red envelope, one of the earliest e-commerce sites. Your beautiful piece brought me to my knees. Much respect and sincere condolences for your loss. Andrew in the UK x. cried as i read this. We lost our dog five years ago and just cant get another yet. Thank you. just a big hug for you, man. I know that you are an avowed atheist. So sorry for your loss. And losing either of those is like having a part of you torn to shreds. Literally. One of your best ever..cried as I read this and looking at my sweet pup Kota asleep next me. $6,500. Im so sorry for your loss, Scott. Its a gift to us all. Where you going to live? Loss is lossis loss.is loss. So beautifully raw. Our family is much better of with him in our lives. . The house is deathly silent. At dawn and twilight, we lived by his time clock and routine. This story of Zoe is both close to home and reenforcement of the vapor of time. And there you go, you made me cry again. Maybe Im an old Professor Scott, at 50, married with no kids and no dogs, but I am interested in your pain at losing your dog, as I am interested in people who have lost their loved ones. Whether we acknowledge it or not. Thank you for sharing your deep feelings unapologetically courageously tenderly. Here I am, 62 years old, crying like a baby at the memory of losing my beloved Akita, Simba, over TWO years ago. Beautiful writing. For all non-French speaking people, it is about preferring to die with somebodys hand on your heart than having stuff and nobody around holding your hand. Truly moving and lovely, Scott Galloway. So very well writtenthank you Scott. I have three dogs and one day I will have none..That fact alone drives me to tears. Sorry for your loss. I have had several dogs over the course my so far short life span. My wife and I went through this same outcome(same symptoms and diagnosis) as well on Valentines Day 2018. I blame COVID. I can relate. To start with is a very big deal that Galloway founded the digital intelligence firm L2, which has been a big success for him and more. This past spring our dog Brussels was diagnosed with cancer and passed in September. Our families are extended by the animals we are fortunate to be able have care for us as we care for them. He is, therefore, a good example to many when it comes to emulating his career tactics to achieving success. Weve been a bit self-conscious about our grief as we recognize that 500,000+ U.S. households havent lost a pet, but a dad, aunt, or other loved one in the last 12 months. Scott, Thank you. Life is rich. Experience it. Scott Galloway on Twitter: "I'll say it gay" / Twitter Ive had to put down two of my babies as I call them. In a way, the grief is but another gift. Maybe that thought offers you and your family the comfort it afforded me when I needed it. I think the only way to understand this grief is to have lived through the death of a truly special dog. Rock on. Been through it. I am really sorry for your loss. 19,935 views 4 days ago On this week's unfiltered video version of Prof G Markets, Scott shares his thoughts on why Meta's stock roared after the company vowed to cut costs (and why he hopes. Despite all the macho and strength I aspire to project, there I was, 56 years old and a chocolate mess on a Zoom call with dozens of people who want confirmation that they should serve ads on Yahoo. Beautiful. The other dog wont come out of his crate, the nanny wont stop crying, my oldest doesnt want to come out of his room, and (most disturbingly) his 10 year-old brother is doing what we ask him to. About Zoe, I read every word, twice. I am forever grateful to her that we did not have to choose for her. I have cried as hard for cats as I have for beloved friends and colleagues. and they didnt live near long enough. It marks the same passage of time. I will give extra attention and love to my dog Maisy tonight. Your insight and sharing is much appreciated. Thank you for sharing your grief, it will undoubtedly ring in my ears. Celebrate each moment. He grew quickly and encouraged our transition to a home with a large backyard. She died, and another fabulous Jack Russell joined our family, so my son could know the joy of living with a dog. But of course, we must, because a life without a dog is missing something very special. Sorry for your loss Scott. Scott Galloway was married, and is raising two children with his ex-wife. May the salt of your tears provide fertile ground for yet more love to take root and grow. After 11 months, I thought the worst of the crying was over. This is evident that he has taken many risks and as well has tried his best to balance his careers. Were grieving. I felt yours and your familys pain and understand the depth at which we love our furry friends. Thanks Scott. Im very sorry for you and your families loss of Zoe. We should all be so lucky. WIshing you and your loved ones a beautiful life. I have a 10 yr old Basset Hound and I am constantly thinking how difficult it is going to be for my wife, 2 kids and me when Roscos time is up.