That our poor old Tane died earlier this week. I am so sad for us and so glad/sad for his release. 
He was a good old fellow- I know that in the larger scheme of things and especially at the time of global stress and anxiety and illness, and death, losing a pet pig is small. But there you are.
Tane died in his sleep – deep in his straw bed with Tima his warm fat wife cuddled in beside him.
Tima is still lost without him – she lies outside their home looking inside during the day. The last few nights she has taken to sleeping in the same room as WaiWai, though he is not the cuddling sort. I go in and cover them both up at night. They both say thank you.
I am what my Mum used to call crying tired.
Not enough help at the mill and everyone so grateful for flour. And losing my kunekune boar who had a bad hip and the sweetest disposition.
Talk soon
Celi
The Kitchen's Garden 
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So sorry for you, it is always a sad moment and in the middle of the world falling apart seems small but certainly must loom large for you. ❤
Ah, poor boy. Not hurting any longer. I’m glad he went quietly and without needing any sort of stressful intervention. He was such a cheerful little goblin of a pig, ugly but endearing, always glad to see you. You’ve gone from healthy weary, to bone tired, to crying tired. Please look after yourself as much as your mind and heart will allow. I know you’re doing important work, but all that will screech to a halt if you become ill from exhaustion.
Yes. Yes…
I’m so sorry for both you and Tima.
So sorry about Tane, that face of his! I am so glad though he went peaceful in his sleep. Take care of yourself, sorrow and overwork are not good for one’s health.
So sorry for the loss of your sweet Tane- went back to look at old pictures of him. Losing a pet is like losing a friend- we won’t forget him. Poor Tima❤️
So sorry to hear this news.
Awww sad news 😞 RIP Tane, you were a good boy 💜
Crying tired is an apt description for a lot of us still trudging to work and running for hours on end just to trudge home and sleep again. Hope we all get some rest soon x
So sad! Take care of Tima and keep her comforted.
Ah geez, it still hurts though you tell yourself he had a good life and went peacefully. He was a lucky pig in life to have been loved and in death to be mourned.
Thank you for letting us know. I am so sorry for your, and our loss. He was a good and brave little pig. Covid-19 has now shaped our lives but doesn’t define them, life is changed because of it but at the same times carries on around its manifestations. There is room for sadness quite unrelated. I’m sad but know Tane lived the best life he could and is now is at peace. It’s all any of us can hope for when our time comes.
I am so sorry and sad for the loss of Tane. Also sad for Tima. I hope you are well and staying safe and healthy. Take care 💕
I am so sorry about Tane.
They are family plain and simple. We mourn family. We may regret other passings, but family is intimate, and leaves a void that doesn’t get filled when it’s gone. Sorry for your loss Cecilia.
So sorry for your loss.
Oh C I am so sad for everyone….your kindness to all animals reminds of what is important. We love you.
So sorry to hear of the passing of your sweet Tane. I’m glad his pain is done. I know you and all of us will miss him. I’m sorry it had to happen during this incredibly challenging time. We are all with you in spirit. You are a brave and kind and strong and tender person. Give Tima a hug from me.