I know exactly how you feel, dear. And yes, maybe they do lick our tears for the salt, but I think there is a little soul in there that is meant to comfort us and God made the tears salty to remind them. :) First, 39 is not too young and if you think you might be having a heart attack, please call 911! Early treatment is proven to be life saving, so don't wait around! Second, high anxiety can cause chest pain, tightness across the breastplate, makes you think you're having a heart attack. If it's anxiety, your doctor can help you, call. My family life is very rocky as well, and I have had successful treatment for the same kind of symptoms. Let your pets help to calm you, and we'll be praying. Seriously, if you have a real concern about your heart, please seek emergency help now. xoxo

You poor girl. I think that what Diane said was really sweet about God making tears salty for the dogs. I'm so thankful for my furbabies in times of stress, even when they are the cause of it! We'll keep you and your family in our prayers. Remember, God is in control, so you don't have to be!

We will certainly keep you in our thoughts. Family issues are the worst.

39 is not too young for a heart attack. I lost lost two friends to heart attack at age 38 and 40. I agree with Diane on this, if you're in physical distress get help now! Stress can lead to all sorts of REAL physical problems. Let the dogs help as much as they can. I've relied on my animals for comfort far more than I'd like to confess.

MIL, I am a GREAT kisser and would be more than happy to come and comfort you. All us Muttbloods are sending lots of positive thoughts your way!

Mom said I can come over and give you a BIG sloppy kiss if you don't mind having 140+lb dog on your lap. :) Seriously though, we will keep you in our prayers and hope all will be well soon.

Just remember to deep breath through some of those rough tines. Oxygen in, bad stuff out. I'd come over and give you a big kiss but my breath smells like butt. At least that's what I've been told.

Mom says that a good workout helps with the stress. It gets your blood rolling and the heart pumping that nothing will pull you down... even family problems. Your tears will be from your soreness and not from your family.
Want to run around the block with me?

Thanks, Daisy! I'd probably die if I ran around the block. I'll walk with you though.

Great. I'll get my harness and leash. You will have to carry a bag..you know a poop bag.

We're sending you a bunch of wiener kisses. Sometimes family is just waaaaaayyyy too crazy. Mom says she's got several of those in her family so she feels for you.