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Cat Forum / Cat Anecdotes / March 2007Smokey - RB
Our elder statesman (17YO) began his journey to the Rainbow Bridge today. He had not been eating well for some time. Three weeks ago, the vet thought he found a mass and did a needle biopsy on it. The report came back all clear, but he still wasn't eating normally and was losing weight. The vet had us try appetite stimulants which seemed to work. At least he was eating better. He was scheduled for an ultrasound today to see if they could find anything wrong inside without being invasive. During the ultrasound, he was so nervous and jumpy that the radiologist asked for Smokey to have a very light anesthetic to settle him down long enough for his ultrasound to be completed. That was done. During the ultrasound, they found 4 different cancerous masses inside. While they were bringing him out of anesthesia he just stopped breathing. The vet intubated him and tried to revive him without success. We had known for some time that Smokey was slowing down and withdrawing from us so we think he knew it was time. At least passing as he did, he wasn't in too much pain at the end. I'll post some memories of Smokey in the next few days. Sam, closely supervised by Mistletoe Oh Sam I am so sorry <tears> > Our elder statesman (17YO) began his journey to the Rainbow Bridge today. > [quoted text clipped - 19 lines] > > Sam, closely supervised by Mistletoe Thanks, Matthew. > Oh Sam I am so sorry > [quoted text clipped - 23 lines] >> >> Sam, closely supervised by Mistletoe Always remember We will be there even if you can't see us. We are always Watching and Waiting. That cool puff of air you feel across your cheek, that fleeting touch, the feeling you have that I was walking across your bed, that moment you swear you can hear us, that flicker of movement out of the corner of your eye. Is just our way of saying I love you and I am with you always even in the darkest time We Will Always Be There. Till our paws touch again always know we love you and cherished our special time together > Thanks, Matthew. > [quoted text clipped - 26 lines] >>> >>> Sam, closely supervised by Mistletoe > Our elder statesman (17YO) began his journey to the Rainbow Bridge today. > [quoted text clipped - 19 lines] > > Sam, closely supervised by Mistletoe ".....Rise up slowly, Angel. It's hard to let you go..." Sincere condolences to those who mourn Smokey's passing. MLB > Our elder statesman (17YO) began his journey to the Rainbow Bridge today. > [quoted text clipped - 19 lines] > > Sam, closely supervised by Mistletoe Oh Sam. I am so sorry. He was a great old gentleman. I know you'll miss him. Sherry I am truly sorry, Lee, sad for your heart > Our elder statesman (17YO) began his journey to the Rainbow Bridge today. > [quoted text clipped - 19 lines] > > Sam, closely supervised by Mistletoe > We had known for some time that Smokey was slowing down and withdrawing > from us so we think he knew it was time. At least passing as he did, he > wasn't in too much pain at the end. I'm so sorry, Sam! Many purrs for you and Ramona and Mistletoe. Condolences for your loss.  SignatureMarina, Miranda and Caliban. In loving memory of Frank and Nikki. Stories and pics at http://koti.welho.com/mkurten/ Pics at http://s120.photobucket.com/albums/o185/frankiennikki/ http://uk.pg.photos.yahoo.com/ph/frankiennikki/ http://community.webshots.com/user/frankiennikki | Our elder statesman (17YO) began his journey to the Rainbow Bridge today. <snip> | At least passing as he did, he wasn't in too much pain at the end. Awwwwwwwww, Sam, I am so sorry for your loss! Purrs for Smokey's spirit, from this whole gang, and I will burn a candle for him tonight. I am glad he went peacefully. Ah geez..... And I know what it's like to be in a vet office an suddenly have one of your patients suddenly stop breathing. It's not fun. You do everything you can, everything you know and sometimes it's not enough. I'm so sorry for your loss. purrs and hugs for you and Mistletoe. Kristi Imp, Mischief and Mayhem > Our elder statesman (17YO) began his journey to the Rainbow Bridge today. > [quoted text clipped - 19 lines] > > Sam, closely supervised by Mistletoe I'm so sorry, Sam. Given what they found with the ultrasound, it was probably the gentlest way for him to start his journey over the Rainbow Bridge. Still, what a sad blow for you, and for Mistletoe. This way, Smokey won't have increased pain and unwelness in his future, and has probably found a nice sunny spot on a couch in the afterlife to await your coming in comfort. Still, it's awfully sad coming out of any vet's office with an empty cat carrier! Melissa ((((((((((Sam)))))))))) SignatureJoy > Our elder statesman (17YO) began his journey to the Rainbow Bridge today. > [quoted text clipped - 19 lines] > > Sam, closely supervised by Mistletoe > We had known for some time that Smokey was slowing down and withdrawing > from us so we think he knew it was time. At least passing as he did, he > wasn't in too much pain at the end. I'm so sorry to hear this, Sam - purrs for you for his passing. Deb. Signaturehttp://www.scientific-art.com "He looked a fierce and quarrelsome cat, but claw he never would; He only bit the ones he loved, because they tasted good." S. Greenfield > Our elder statesman (17YO) began his journey to the Rainbow Bridge > today. [quoted text clipped - 23 lines] > > Sam, closely supervised by Mistletoe Oh dear. I'm so very sorry for your loss. Jill I'm so sorry, Sam. He lived a good long life with you but it is always so hard to lose them. Hugs and purrs, SignatureBritta Purring is an automatic safety valve device for dealing with happiness overflow. Check out pictures of Vino at: http://picasaweb.google.com/badwilson > Our elder statesman (17YO) began his journey to the Rainbow Bridge > today. [quoted text clipped - 20 lines] > > Sam, closely supervised by Mistletoe > Our elder statesman (17YO) began his journey to the Rainbow Bridge today. Purrs from us lot for the old stalwart on his last journey and the bereaved who stay behind. Gordon, Bandit, Snowball, Claudius & Raki > Our elder statesman (17YO) began his journey to the Rainbow Bridge > today. I'm so very sorry, Sam, I will light a candle for Smokey. :-( SignatureAdrian (Owned by Snoopy and Bagheera) Cats leave pawprints on your heart. http://community.webshots.com/user/clowderuk http://www.gratefulness.org/candles/candles.cfm?l=eng&gi=Smoke SignatureAdrian (Owned by Snoopy and Bagheera) Cats leave pawprints on your heart. http://community.webshots.com/user/clowderuk > http://www.gratefulness.org/candles/candles.cfm?l=eng&gi=Smoke Thanks for starting the momorial, I'm happy to have been able to join in. Purrs Gordon & the FF > http://www.gratefulness.org/candles/candles.cfm?l=eng&gi=Smoke Thank you, Adrian. A candle is lit. Purrs, Polonca and Soncek > Our elder statesman (17YO) began his journey to the Rainbow Bridge today. > [quoted text clipped - 20 lines] > > Sam, closely supervised by Mistletoe Oh I am so sorry! ((((((hugs))))) I am glad it was quick but it's just i feel bad for you. He had a well loved life. i always think that is something to be proud of. ((((hugs)))) > Our elder statesman (17YO) began his journey to the Rainbow Bridge today. > [quoted text clipped - 19 lines] > > Sam, closely supervised by Mistletoe So sorry to hear this. We'll be thinking of you. >Our elder statesman (17YO) began his journey to the Rainbow Bridge today. I'm so terribly sorry to hear this. How sad. Purrs for you and for Smokey's gentle journey to the RB. Jeanne > Our elder statesman (17YO) began his journey to the Rainbow Bridge today. I'm so sorry to hear about Smokey's passing. Purrs for those left behind. SignatureVictor M. Martinez Owned and operated by the Fantastic Seven (TM) Send your spam here: uce@ftc.gov Email me here: pistorLITTER@BOXaustin.rr.com >We had known for some time that Smokey was slowing down and withdrawing >from us so we think he knew it was time. At least passing as he did, he >wasn't in too much pain at the end. > >I'll post some memories of Smokey in the next few days. I'm so sorry to hear this. Purrs for his journey to the RB. Randy http://picasaweb.google.com/crmartin1 http://kittenwar.com/kittens/74045/ >Our elder statesman (17YO) began his journey to the Rainbow Bridge today. Purrs for you and Mistletoe. It doesn't matter how much you anticipate it, it still hurts Lesley Slave of the Fabulous Furballs >Our elder statesman (17YO) began his journey to the Rainbow Bridge today. > [quoted text clipped - 19 lines] > >Sam, closely supervised by Mistletoe Prayers and purrs for all that are left behind. God bless > Our elder statesman (17YO) began his journey to the Rainbow Bridge today. <snip> > I'll post some memories of Smokey in the next few days. > > Sam, closely supervised by Mistletoe My condolences. Thank God/god/whom/whatever for the memories. SignatureJoey DoWop Dee Remember: It is To Laugh Oh no! [[[[[[[[[[Sam and Ramona]]]]]]]]]] I can't tell you how sorry I am to hear this. My house will be ablaze tonight with candles in tribute to Smokey and to help light his way to the bridge. Hugs, CatNipped > Our elder statesman (17YO) began his journey to the Rainbow Bridge today. > [quoted text clipped - 19 lines] > > Sam, closely supervised by Mistletoe >Our elder statesman (17YO) began his journey to the Rainbow Bridge today. > [quoted text clipped - 19 lines] > >Sam, closely supervised by Mistletoe It is always a sad time. We are sending you (and Sam) purrs. Theresa Stinky Pictures: http://community.webshots.com/album/125591586JWEFwh Make Levees, Not War > Our elder statesman (17YO) began his journey to the Rainbow Bridge today. <snip> I am so sorry to hear that Smokey has passed over RB. Purrs for Smokey to be comfortable now and purrs of condolence for you and your family. Debbie I'm so sorry. > Our elder statesman (17YO) began his journey to the Rainbow Bridge today. > [quoted text clipped - 17 lines] > > I'll post some memories of Smokey in the next few days. <tears, indeed> Now he is either going to the Bridge as we call it or off on an adventure we can't even imagaine. In any case, he has a spring in his step that he hasn't had for years, a twinkle in his eyes, and HIS only sadness is missing his friends, who will be with him, from his POV, in almost no time. For your and his other friends, the wait will be longer but you have the memories. Will in New Haven -- "Hunting is hunting and mating is mating; the prrey has no gender." Feather (RB) in <Poker for Cats> > Sam, closely supervised by Mistletoe > Our elder statesman (17YO) began his journey to the Rainbow Bridge today. I'm so sorry for your loss. Susan M Otis and Chester Condolences. A candle will be lit for Smokey's safe journey to the RB. He will be happy there. Lily & her mama SignatureIrulan from the stars we come to the stars we return from now until the end of time. > Our elder statesman (17YO) began his journey to the Rainbow Bridge today. > [quoted text clipped - 19 lines] > > Sam, closely supervised by Mistletoe Am 28.02.2007 schrieb Sam: > Our elder statesman (17YO) began his journey to the Rainbow Bridge today. We are very sorry to read your post, Sam:-( Our heartfelt condolences for your loss. Smokey will not be forgotten. Purrs to you and your family Inge & Volker and the catgang SignatureCatManiacs World: http://www.gwsystems.com/inge > Our elder statesman (17YO) began his journey to the Rainbow Bridge today. I am so very sorry. > Our elder statesman (17YO) began his journey to the Rainbow Bridge today. > [quoted text clipped - 17 lines] > > I'll post some memories of Smokey in the next few days. I'm sorry to hear this, Sam. Purrs for your heart, we are never ready to lose them. Tweed, Kitty FC & Boyfie > Our elder statesman (17YO) began his journey to the Rainbow Bridge today. I am so very sorry to hear this news Sam. We'll light a candle for his safe journey. Helen M >Our elder statesman (17YO) began his journey to the Rainbow Bridge today. > [quoted text clipped - 19 lines] > >Sam, closely supervised by Mistletoe Oh, I am so terribly sorry to hear this. I think it may have been just as well that he went to the Bridge now; as his quality of life may have deteriorated rather quickly. But I feel bad that he went this way, as I'm sure you weren't ready to give him up yet :-( But at least he had a good long life; many kitties don't ever get to be senior citizens; so that is something to be thankful for. ~~~~~~~~~~~~ "Life without cats would be only marginally worth living." -TC, and the unmercifully, relentlessly, sweet calico kitty, Kenzie. How you behave towards cats here below determines your status in Heaven. - Robert Heinlein Life is very difficult. Once you understand that, life becomes easier. -Buddha Purrs, prayers, and tears, all in abundance...he must have been a handsome and dignified fellow to have been honored with the title of Elder Statesman. When he walked over the Bridge he must have done it with his head held high, for his dignity and knowing you loved enough to let him go with as little pain as is within the human capacity. But someday he'll come running to greet you with a lot of love and joy and thanks, and show you a heaven better for a statesman's work. Blessed be, Baha >Our elder statesman (17YO) began his journey to the Rainbow Bridge today. > [quoted text clipped - 19 lines] > >Sam, closely supervised by Mistletoe I'm sorry to hear about Smokey. Purrs for you and your family. Ann Signatureread Sam's blog at http://kittens-3.blogspot.com/ > Our elder statesman (17YO) began his journey to the Rainbow Bridge today. > [quoted text clipped - 19 lines] > > Sam, closely supervised by Mistletoe > Our elder statesman (17YO) began his journey to the Rainbow Bridge today. > [quoted text clipped - 19 lines] > > Sam, closely supervised by Mistletoe Rest in Peace Smoke-a-Poke. :( > Our elder statesman (17YO) began his journey to the Rainbow Bridge today. [quoted text clipped - 20 lines] > > Sam, closely supervised by Mistletoe > Our elder statesman (17YO) began his journey to the Rainbow Bridge today. I'm so sorry. He was such a good old gentleman. He will be very missed. Jane > Our elder statesman (17YO) began his journey to the Rainbow Bridge today. ...> I'll post some memories of Smokey in the next few days. > Sam, closely supervised by Mistletoe Condolences on the loss of your longtime friend. Please do post some memories. Annie >We had known for some time that Smokey was slowing down and withdrawing >from us so we think he knew it was time. At least passing as he did, he >wasn't in too much pain at the end. > >I'll post some memories of Smokey in the next few days. I also think that Smokey knew it was his time. When he saw RB within such easy reach, he must have let himself go. I am sorry for your loss. Sue > Our elder statesman (17YO) began his journey to the Rainbow Bridge today. > [quoted text clipped - 19 lines] > > Sam, closely supervised by Mistletoe Sorry about Smokey, Sam purrs for his safe passage to the Bridge and for your grieving heart. Suz&Spicey So very sorry for your loss, Sam. Purrs from us for you and also to accompany Smokey to the RB. Christine > Our elder statesman (17YO) began his journey to the Rainbow Bridge today. > [quoted text clipped - 19 lines] > > Sam, closely supervised by Mistletoe > Our elder statesman (17YO) began his journey to the Rainbow Bridge today. > [quoted text clipped - 19 lines] > > Sam, closely supervised by Mistletoe I"m so sorry. I always wanted to meet Smokey and Mistletoe. Pam S> > Our elder statesman (17YO) began his journey to the Rainbow Bridge today. > [quoted text clipped - 19 lines] > > Sam, closely supervised by Mistletoe {{{{Sam}}}} I'm so sorry for your loss. Even when you know it's time, and they know it's time, it still hurts to lose a beloved furkid. My heart goes out to you. Ginger-lyn > Our elder statesman (17YO) began his journey to the Rainbow Bridge today. > [quoted text clipped - 19 lines] > > Sam, closely supervised by Mistletoe Sam and Ramona, I am just getting caught up with the Group after a month of intense work. I am so very sorry to learn of Smokey's journey to the Bridge. It sounds as if he didn't suffer but I know that doesn't make the loss any easier. Hobbes, Lacey, Sam and Barnabus are all sending heartfelt purrs and gentle headbutts. Sam would like to send Mistletoe a shy nose touch. He's just learned that she thought he was cute after I posted his post-surgery pictures. He's never had a girl cat think he was cute before and he's not quite sure how to react but thinks a nose touch is appropriate. She should be pleased, he usually just jams his nose up the tail of the cats around here. Hugs to you both and I've added a candle to help guide Smokey on his journey. Julie, Hobbes, Lacey, Sam and Barnabus > Our elder statesman (17YO) began his journey to the Rainbow Bridge today. > [quoted text clipped - 19 lines] > > Sam, closely supervised by Mistletoe I'm so very sorry. Lots of purrs and hugs, Polonca and Soncek |
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