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[C.Ann]

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[rie'smom]

I'm sorry. 2 of my Gouldian finches died this week and I've been in a funk. It's hard to lose our furry or feathered family members.

 

[raysnkaysmom]

Just got a call from my DD.. Before my DH passed away and he and I had to move in with my DD's family, I had to give up my cat because DD had 2 cats of her own and a dog.. Beautiful, long-haired, black cat named "Bubba".. Luckily my DD's IL's decided to adopt him (and grant me "visitation rights") because DD's FIL took a real shine to Bubba - even though he was never particularly fond of cats..

They had him for just shy of 3 years.. They both became extremely attached to him - especially the FIL.. During the summer, when they would come up here for the weekend, they would bring Bubba along so I could spend time with him..

Well - this morning Bubba was curled up in his bed sleeping and when he didn't come thumping into the kitchen at the sound of the can opener (he had severe arthritis; a heart murmur he was on medication for; and was losing his eyesight), FIL went to check on him and found that he had passed away in his sleep..

Bubba was 21 years old - and the most lovable, affectionate cat ever..

Everyone is terribly upset (DGD doesn't know yet).. FIL built a casket, lined it with a warm blanket, and they buried Bubba in their yard a little while ago - under an apple tree.. MIL said that FIL cried (he never cries) - and she heard him whispering as he put the casket in the ground, "Don't tell anyone, but I really loved you.."

Bubba had a good life.. A very long life.. And while we're all going to miss him terribly, at least he went peacefully..

"Love you, Bubba Baby.."

Aw...I'm so sorry
But, you're right....he went in his sleep....isn't that how most of us would like our loved ones to go?

 

[DL55]

Sorry for your loss. He got to go the way most of us would like to..in his sleep.

 

[MsDisney23]

Aww C. Ann I am so sorry.

 

[mamamary]

C.Ann I'm so sorry.

 

[TnTsParty]

Wow - sorry for your loss C.Ann - sounds like he was able to live a long comfortable life. I am glad your DD FIL cared so much for Bubba. That made me cry.

 

[agnes!]

Awww, I am so sorry. For some reason the whisper at the gravesite just tore me apart.

agnes!

 

[sdarwkcabemanmy]

 

[chisnpeke]

I'm so sorry. I know the pain. You know that Bubba was in a good place and a good home and had lots of love when he passed.

 

[ChrizJen]

Awww, I'm sorry for your loss.
It sounds like you couldn't have wished for a better alternative for his last years when you weren't able to keep him.
I'm sure it's comforting to know that he was so well taken care of.

Your story made me cry. I will keep you and your in-laws in my thoughts.

 

[lynxstch]

Hi C.Ann..it's always sad to lose a pet..they are so much a part of our families, but at least he passed away in his sleep, and isn't suffering anymore..he's on the rainbow bridge with all of his friends now, including 2 of my own furbabies
God Bless you and your family..grieve if you must, but also remember the good times you had with your pets!
Lynn

 

[Hedy]

 

[Anewman]

Is anyone else tearing up?

If not, me neither...

 

[lovesmurfs]

I'm so sorry. Couple that with your move from the lake this weekend, and you need a

Hang in there.

 

[JessicaR]

I'm so sorry to hear about Bubba. I can tell how much he was loved. I know you will cherish the wonderful memories you have of him.

 

[Stitchfans]

So sorry. Know how hard it is to lose a pet. Cat or dog either way it sure hurts.

 

[Pea-n-Me]

I'm sorry.

 

[mommasita]

to you.

He sounded like a very special cat indeed. He got lots of love and TLC.

P.S. Crying like a baby here.

 

[Disney Doll]

It's jsut a little over a year since we lost our Ted and it does get easier, although I still have moments where thinking of him can bring me to tears.

Console yourself that your Bubba was well-loved by many people, and died peacefully, in a warm loving home.