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This is such sad, sad news and I know what a heart wrenching decision it is to make. That said, I've seen situations where people definitely tried to hang on too long and that seemed even worse. Others are more eloquent than I in saying something profound, so if you don't mind, I just sit here and cry a bit with you. {hugs}
Debbie - reading about Peanut made my heart sink and ache. I think she is a PT darling for many of us. I am glad that she is seeking comfort in your lap for the end of her life.
I have said my prayers for all of you and will keep you close in my thoughts. I am so sorry.
Debby & Terry,
I am oh so sorry to hear this, I know how hard it is to make that decision. But I know you both know the right thing to do for your sweet darling girl.
Lot of (((HUGS))) heading your way.
{{{{{{HUGS}}}}}}}
And Prayers. :(
Debbie and Terry, it breaks my heart to hear it's time for Peanut to go. :( She's such a little sweetheart. I know how hard it is for you, but I also know you're making the right decision not to let her suffer. Peanut knows she can rely on you until the end and that is what she is showing you now. You have given her SO much love and comfort and she's had a wonderful long life with you. I'm sure she feels your love.
Peanut, you will be missed very much by us all, but you'll never be forgotten. You'll always be in your mom and dad's hearts - and ours too.
I'm sending special kisses and gentle headbumpies to little Peanut and wish for her and for you that her passing to the RB will be peaceful.
Rest in Peace, sweet Peanut!
((((((hugs))))))
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Hey Kids; your God's Phone is <ringin>!
Herrow?? ... Oh, HI, Tubby!! How's our Favorite BridgeKat doin?
Ya don't say! Chief Kat Pilot on Silver Klowd 1 - nice goin, Bub!
Oh, OK - we'll patch ya right through to Miz Debbie inna Rollin Howze ...
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Herrow, MOM?
HI - it's Tubby callin ... bout lil Sis - Peanut ...
She's been talkin to God this week ... an she figgers it might be Tyme ta
drop into Bridge HQ fur sum R&R anna lil tune-up. She sez she's dun jest
about all wun lil Kitty kan do wiff Brudder CJ ... sez he wuzza a life's werk
jammed into her retirement years! Wiffa eyes goin dark, it's hard fur her to
keep track of da Big Snott - an harder still ta <BIFF> him onna noze!
Ennieway, she sez she'll sine-off on his Papurz an promote him to
Furst Kat status affore she leaves.
We'z all a lil wurried bout Daddy ... bein so tite wiff PeaNutter ... kan
you Guys share CJ or should I line you up fur anudder Needy/Lonely Kitty?
OK - *Think* about it - but don't wait too long ... don't want ole CJ thinkin
he ownz da place!
We're litin up all da Kandilz we got, ta lite uppa Bridge runway ...
anna GranMom's are bakin Welcome to Peanut kakes & kookies in God's Kitchen ...
so we're purdy much ready fur her Trip to da Bridge.
God's comin along onna Silver Klowd - yeah - http://petoftheday.com/i/our_smilies/frown.gif HE's insistin HE's gonna drive!
NUTZ!
He promised He'll let Peanut sit onna Lap an steer ... an that we'll swing past
da old Ranch Howze at Burr Ridge so she can *wave* at da NutRatz!
An Don't WURRIE, Mom ~~~ Peanut's my lil Sister - I'll be takin GOOD Care of her!
Head-Bumpies to You an Daddy ... Motor Safe an THANKS fu da Memories!!
/s/ Tubby
You will all be in my prayers as Peanut crosses the Bridge.
Now she will again be with Tubby.
Oh Debbie :( Peanut has been in my thoughts and prayers lately and I was afraid to ask. My heart breaks to read this news, but you know best and it sounds like dear little Peanut is letting you know that her time is near. I can barely see to type this.
Dear Sweet Peanut, thank you for sharing your precious self with us here on Pet Talk. Gentle hugs are flowing your way for a peaceful passage over the bridge. You are so very special to us. :(
Debbie I am so sorry for your sadness and Pain you are going through.I am sending good thoughts and prayers for Peanuts passing to go with no pain at all.I loved that girl for so long.
I do have to tell that JUST today...I thought of her and said I know she's going soon in my head...And I cannot believe I just saw this thread.
My mom said ESP runs in the family and I really thought that today.I know you and everyone probably think I'm nuts but that's OK>lol
I love Peanut so very very much.I just love her and I'm crying writing.I'm so so sorry for this time in your life right now.This is so very sad.I'm sorry.
Dear Dear Peanut...you will surely be missed.You'll be with your brother Tubby soon so don't worry pretty girl.You won't be alone.
http://www.imagestation.com/picture/...c/f311f0b0.jpg
Princess Peanut in her Palace.....including shingles
http://www.imagestation.com/picture/...9/f311ab23.jpg
Two of my favourite pictures of Peanut. I did a search and Debbie has deleted most of them from imagestation. Good thing I've saved them all on CD at home.
Debbie, please plant a kiss on Peanut's forehead and say good-bye from Auntie Slick. :( Speckles will be waiting for you dear Peanut.
Phred...all I can say is LES, LES LES!!! :( :(
This is part of what makes it so hard! She has never once complained about anything. Sure, she didn't like the fluids and the pills, but she took them and looked for treats afterwards, never putting up a fuss.Quote:
Originally Posted by Catty1
Thank you all SO much. She is resting comfortably on her beloved Daddy's lap right now. I just wanted to post a video I took of her last Wednesday. She was then, and still is such a chow hound! Which is really making us doubt our decision. But even towards the end of this video - a week ago - you can see that she had to search by nose to find the chicken we were giving her. and it has only gotten worse. :( And a picture for those who can't see the video.
Thanks again everyone, and Phred, as usual you made the dam break (LES dam that is), thank you so much.
I love the little gurgly meow she makes - means the purrs have started and she wants MORE! lol
But I can also see the sniffing around...and a certain glint in her eye (not just when looking right up) that, if my cats showed it, would tell me something was wrong.
Dear widdle girl! HUGS to her - PLEASE give her a gentle pat from me.
Blessings and peace to the two of you.
Is CJ showing any sign that he notices she is not quite right?
{{{{HUGS}}}}
Sweet little girl. I can certainly understand why you're uncertain. But you'll make the right decision at the right time. I'm so sorry for your sadness. I wish I could blink and make it all go away. Peanut, my fur posse and I all send you love and kisses.
Blessings,
Mary
Theres nothing sadder than to see a beloved Companion slowly getting old, and know that one day they will no longer be with us physically.
But thier sprit will always be there, and they will always be a part of our lives.
Prayers for Peanut are coming from the Found Cats, and we pray for her Guardians as well.
Debbie,
I've been dreading this day for you and Terry. Peanut is such a little sweetheart and knowing her time is to leave is heartbreaking.
Peanut has always been a favourite - she so reminds me of my dear little Roxy - also a maine coon.
She has had a wonderful life; she loves you and Terry dearly and will leave the most incredible imprint on your heart - just like her big brother Tubby :)
Those are the precious memories that keep them with us for all time. Even through the pain, remembering moments can make us smile.
Dear little Peanut - you are so special to so many. Rest sweetly baby girl and come visit you mommy and daddy from time to time - they're going to need it. Thank you for the privilege of knowing you.
Hugs and Prayers,
Betty