Thinking it's the end for Honeybun: 11:30AM Friday time/day set

**Lizzie** · 08-19-2011, 11:40 AM

At this very emotional time, it would be impossible for you to feel proud at being named after a hero, but that is what this fool on Facebook did. Human euthanasia has been practiced for a very long time. Certainly it was done while I was nursing in the sixties, though never in the open. I know my ex-husband, an emergency room physician, believes in it because he has seen intense suffering first hand. Those who don't believe in it don't need to participate and the checks people have to go through in order to receive help in those states where medically assisted suicide is legal (and I'm proud to be in one of those states) are very rigorous. It's set up so people can change their minds at any stage, and a few have, but most are very ready for the help.

Anyway, on to Honeybun. Looking at my clock here on the west coast, I know you will have said goodbye to him by now. The relief to both of you will be great, but you will carry the heartache for some time while Honeybun runs free. He had a good life and you took good care of him. We all, every single one of us, miss signs especially when we are used to our cats being ill in other ways. Let us know when you can that all went well.

**cassiesmom** · 08-19-2011, 11:59 AM

I was thinking this morning that Phred and all the RB pets will be ready to receive Honeybun in heaven. He had a good life with you, Jenn!

**jennielynn1970** · 08-19-2011, 02:02 PM

He is gone now. He went very peacefully. The vet said it was more than time for him. His kidneys were shutting down, he was anemic, and yes, bleeding internally. He hid all day and all last night in his little closet and wouldn't come out, even for his beloved chicken.

I keep trying to think of the positive times and the funny things he did... like steal all the shrimps out of my shrimp fried rice the one time, or eating my french fries, or just thinking about that sweet little face looking into the dining room waiting for his chicken.

I will miss him dearly.

**phesina** · 08-19-2011, 02:32 PM

God bless you, Jenn. Peace and comfort to you. You did good. He is healthy and strong again, playing happily with all the other Angels as he awaits that grand reunion.. One Fine Day..

What a wonderful, long. happy life Honeybun shared with you!

{{{{{{{{HUGS}}}}}}}} and ~~~~~~~PURRS~~~~~~~ and

to you,

Pat and cats

**Medusa** · 08-19-2011, 02:34 PM

It really is for the best. Now he and Finae are together and they can swap cat stories. RIP, Honeybun. You will be missed. And peace to your humans.

**mathteach** · 08-19-2011, 04:07 PM

Jenn,
Thinking of you!

**Malibu's Mom** · 08-19-2011, 09:36 PM

Thank you for doing the kind and compassionate thing, Jenn. I know he appreciates it. Never again will he feel pain or confusion, only peace. You are in my prayers.

RIP Honeybun.

**Fancy'smomma** · 08-22-2011, 11:26 AM

Originally Posted by jenn_librarian

He is gone now. He went very peacefully. The vet said it was more than time for him. His kidneys were shutting down, he was anemic, and yes, bleeding internally. He hid all day and all last night in his little closet and wouldn't come out, even for his beloved chicken.

I keep trying to think of the positive times and the funny things he did... like steal all the shrimps out of my shrimp fried rice the one time, or eating my french fries, or just thinking about that sweet little face looking into the dining room waiting for his chicken.

I will miss him dearly.

Today is a 3 week anniversary that my beloved cat & best friend, had passed away. I don't know what time but I went in to check at about 9:45 AM she had passed. I don't want to go into graphic detail... but it was a nightmare. Fancy had a long battle with kidney failure. She too was lethargic and I believe even when trying to vomit, blood would come out. I cleaned some up on the bathroom floor. I have her ashes and I still talk to her & even sleep with Fancy's ashes too. I know this is about your loss so I will make my own Fancy loss thread but I wanted you to know I too just suffered the same loss.

I should have not been so self-ish but she passed at home and it was the most excrutiating pain to me & Fancy. I'm sorry for you loss. Its a slow process.