Random pictures/stories of our furbabies

[lucida818]

@missy, I have just learnt about your loss as I was away for a month. I really hoped Fred would stay longer after the entire RW episode ....... RIP precious boy & pls take good care of yourselves!

 

[missy]

@missy, I have just learnt about your loss as I was away for a month. I really hoped Fred would stay longer after the entire RW episode ....... RIP precious boy & pls take good care of yourselves!

Thank you @lucida818 My heart feels broken still...I am seeing Fred and Francesca everywhere and missing them more than words can say. I hope the pain dulls in time because while I compartmentalize much of the day and almost feel "normal" there are times I cannot block their memory away and the pain is too much to bear.

Thank for your your kind wishes.

If I may share some more photos and a poem I wrote for Fred and a poem for Francesca.

Fred and Francesca together. They were about 7 years apart in age.













And if it is OK I am sharing 2 rough poems I wrote around the time they died. From the heart and not really complete as much as I would normally finish a poem. It was the best I could do under the circumstances and it helps to get my thoughts out this way. I am going to write a poem about Fred and Frankie together but since we lost them 7 months apart I wrote a poem during each loss.

Dear Fred our sweet boy
Always such a joy
From when you were young
So terribly shy
As the years went on
You came into your own
Truly a delight
Always a bright light
In our lives all was right

Your purring so strong
Hearing it so sweet
Like the best of songs
Never tiring of the beat

We miss you so much
You were our dearest boy
You have left this world
Taking our joy

The pain is great
The grief so strong
Nothing will ever be right
It just all feels so wrong

You live on in our hearts
And in our minds
Keeping you close
All of the time

But I miss hugging you
Holding you close
Hearing your strong purr
Seeing your pink nose
Your bright green eyes
So beautiful and bold
Truly you were
The brightest of souls

You were growing weak
So frail and old
You were getting tired
Ready to go
But in our minds
you will always be
Still young and alive
near daddy and me

The sweetest old man
You truly were
A big purry love
A big ball of fur

Now you are gone
But never far
You live on in our hearts
The brightest star

One day we will join you
And all our other loves
The time goes so fast
This darkness won't last

One day we will be
Together Forever
Our hearts again light
And all will feel right

And a poem I wrote for Francesca when we knew she wasn't going to be with us much longer.

As I hold my darling little girl
I know that soon it's the end of our world

Francesca our baby and sweet little dear
She is leaving us soon and will not be here

No more love from our girl
no more meowy purrs

no more cuddling at night
No more hugging you near

It was all so right
Now it’s a waking nightmare

When she is gone
Our world will be forlorn

only gray skies will remain
There will be no more sun

How is this happening
This world really stinks

taking our daughter
Our sassy sweet minx

It’s a nightmare come true
Unbelievable and cruel

How can this be
Not our dear sweet Frankie

She just turned 10 but 2 months ago
Now she has cancer and it won't let go

Lymphoma so unrelenting
Taking her very essence of being

My girl full of life, so loving, so adoring
Bringing us joy every single moment of her being

Now cancer is robbing us and stealing her away
We will never be happy another day

Sassy little frankie
The apple of our eye
Sweet like sugar
Now she will die

Her life way too short in length
Though quality we shared
and from that we will gain strength
Remembering her so dear

But our grief will be so strong
Until we are reunited once more
The pain will be always be there
Missing our francesca our sweet little dear

Before her time she is going away
sharing with us no more sunshiney days
That is what hurts and stings so bad
Losing her like this makes us so sad
It outweighs the anger and fills us with despair
Holding onto her tight while she is still here

Everywhere I go I see my dear little girl
The pain is so deep I can hardly breathe
The pain so strong for Greg and for me
But mainly the hurt is for our dear Frankie
like we’ve all been sucker punched
Huge understatement that it sucks

She deserved to be here longer with us
to pamper and adore her and cause quite the fuss
We love her so much words cannot express
How much we love francesca
our sweet little princess

Dear Frankie hang on please feel well as long as you can
We don't want to be selfish but we need you with us little ma'am
When the time is right we will know
And that is the time we will let you go

Until then let us love and comfort you
And when we can no more
we will end your suffering
For you we so much adore
We will give you eternal peace
from this life filled with strife
Though there was a time it was oh so all right
Being with you nothing compared
You sweet little baby our Francesca dear

Soon at Rainbow Bridge you will be
with all of our past beloved furry babies
All the little boys and you our sweet little lady

Billy and Butch and Buster too
and lots of cousins will be there to join you
Apache and Oscar,
Jessie and Harley
Simon and Gunther
and so many others
Zoe will be there as well
Junie's little girl
So sweet and beautiful
Life is so cruel

And I cannot forget
my dearest grandma
We too will be reunited
Oh how I miss her

One day Daddy and I will also be there
To join all of you, my sweet Frankie dear

And reunited we will be
once again forever happy

Life is cruel and often unkind
But we will be together
forever
another time

We love you sweet Francesca
our dearest little girl
We always have
you’re so much of our world

Please know in our hearts you will always be
Our sweetest sassy dearest little Frankie

RIP Fred
RIP Francesca
We will always love you
And one day we will all be together again
You are our hearts and you are the very best of us.

❤

 

[missy]

Sharing my last poem for Fred and Francesca. Again rough but from the heart.

Once upon a time
We had two cats sublime
Fred and Frankie were their names
They left too soon, nothing’s the same

They brought joy and much more
Sweet, sassy and so adored
Love filled our home
Happiness brightly shone

One day without warning
The time came for Frankie
Cancer so cruel and fast
She was gone, not two weeks passed

We said goodbye, not ready at all
Life is so cruel, such a hard fall
The last day a nightmare of pain
Our hearts in pieces, everything’s changed

Seven months later
The same fate for Fred
He was fine and then he was dead
This time a heart, suddenly seized
He was just purring then couldn't breathe

Big changes once more
More pain and grief to be endured
They’re here, then they’re gone
Their lives so sweet but too short a song

The grief comes in waves
The nights filled with pain
And same for each and every day
Our lives never to be the same

We hope one day again
We will see them at Rainbow Bridge
Along with our other babies
Our little furry kids

Until that day we wait
Missing them so much
Taking it day by day
Keeping them in our hearts
So they are never too far away
The bitter with the sweet
In our hearts will forever keep

We love you Francesca and Fred
No more words need to be said
Take care of each other please
Where you are, you are finally free
Of the pain and tragic disease

One day we will see you again
Together forever once more
And all will be right again
Our love forever pure

 

[missy]

Having fun with my new iPhone. This is in "portrait" lighting mode.

 

[MakingTheGrade]

Having fun with my new iPhone. This is in "portrait" lighting mode.

Oh I love him!

Good morning from his twin and I!

 

[missy]

Oh I love him!

Good morning from his twin and I!

Good morning! Oh my they do look alike. But yours is sweet. Mine is more devilish than angelic. #workingonit

 

[yssie]

Meet Jeremy and Jasper!

Ten and eight years old. Lovebugs who want nothing more than to curl up on a lap... But they're both very large lovebugs, so they don't really fit...

We bathed them today and they were angelic. Not a scratch, not a peep, no mouthing at all. Jasper doesn't seem to believe in grooming himself - he lets Jeremy do all the work; this has obviously been the case for a long time because Jeremy does so methodically and unhesitatingly

 

[MakingTheGrade]

Good morning! Oh my they do look alike. But yours is sweet. Mine is more devilish than angelic. #workingonit

Haha yeah mine is a forest rescue but a sweet one.

 

[YadaYadaYada]

I walked into his room.

"The cat isn't in your bed right?"

Mind you I can hear the purring from the doorway. Pull back the covers and there she is!

He has asthma and is not supposed to have the cat in his bed but what can you do?

 

[JPie]

Meet Jeremy and Jasper!

Ten and eight years old. Lovebugs who want nothing more than to curl up on a lap... But they're both very large lovebugs, so they don't really fit...

We bathed them today and they were angelic. Not a scratch, not a peep, no mouthing at all. Jasper doesn't seem to believe in grooming himself - he lets Jeremy do all the work; this has obviously been the case for a long time because Jeremy does so methodically and unhesitatingly

Are these the two you mentioned in another post regarding possible kidney disease?

 

[yssie]

Are these the two you mentioned in another post regarding possible kidney disease?

They are!

Jasper’s CBC came back quite clean - no abnormalities pointing to kidney disease or diabetes! The shelter believes he was overmedicated for his hyperthyroidism - a theory that appears to have borne out: They gave him pain meds and put him on an alternate hormone regimen and he’s allllmost walking normally again He still has a lot of muscle to build back - fortunately he’s got a very healthy appetite, so we shouldn’t have any trouble getting him some extra protein.

They’re going to our vet tomorrow for a thorough inspection. Fingers are crossed for no more surprises!

 

[JPie]

They are!

Jasper’s CBC came back quite clean - no abnormalities pointing to kidney disease or diabetes! The shelter believes he was overmedicated for his hyperthyroidism - a theory that appears to have borne out: They gave him pain meds and put him on an alternate hormone regimen and he’s allllmost walking normally again He still has a lot of muscle to build back - fortunately he’s got a very healthy appetite, so we shouldn’t have any trouble getting him some extra protein.

They’re going to our vet tomorrow for a thorough inspection. Fingers are crossed for no more surprises!

Oh, I’m so happy you ended up adopting them both! It really did sound like you were smitten with them in your last post so I can’t say I’m surprised. I hope they get a clean bill of health tomorrow!

 

[canuk-gal]

Meet Jeremy and Jasper!

Ten and eight years old. Lovebugs who want nothing more than to curl up on a lap... But they're both very large lovebugs, so they don't really fit...

We bathed them today and they were angelic. Not a scratch, not a peep, no mouthing at all. Jasper doesn't seem to believe in grooming himself - he lets Jeremy do all the work; this has obviously been the case for a long time because Jeremy does so methodically and unhesitatingly

The beds vibed they were AOK. Cozy!

 

[Daisys and Diamonds]

Just getting @missy a tissue

But i seem to have used them all already

 

[missy]

They are!

Jasper’s CBC came back quite clean - no abnormalities pointing to kidney disease or diabetes! The shelter believes he was overmedicated for his hyperthyroidism - a theory that appears to have borne out: They gave him pain meds and put him on an alternate hormone regimen and he’s allllmost walking normally again He still has a lot of muscle to build back - fortunately he’s got a very healthy appetite, so we shouldn’t have any trouble getting him some extra protein.

They’re going to our vet tomorrow for a thorough inspection. Fingers are crossed for no more surprises!

Meet Jeremy and Jasper!

Ten and eight years old. Lovebugs who want nothing more than to curl up on a lap... But they're both very large lovebugs, so they don't really fit...

We bathed them today and they were angelic. Not a scratch, not a peep, no mouthing at all. Jasper doesn't seem to believe in grooming himself - he lets Jeremy do all the work; this has obviously been the case for a long time because Jeremy does so methodically and unhesitatingly

Yay so happy you adopted them both @yssie !!!
Welcome home Jeremy and Jasper! ❤

 

[junebug17]

They are!

Jasper’s CBC came back quite clean - no abnormalities pointing to kidney disease or diabetes! The shelter believes he was overmedicated for his hyperthyroidism - a theory that appears to have borne out: They gave him pain meds and put him on an alternate hormone regimen and he’s allllmost walking normally again He still has a lot of muscle to build back - fortunately he’s got a very healthy appetite, so we shouldn’t have any trouble getting him some extra protein.

They’re going to our vet tomorrow for a thorough inspection. Fingers are crossed for no more surprises!

@yssie, they are beautiful boys. I'm so relieved Jasper is doing much better. How wonderful he, and Jeremy, are in such good hands now. They sound like such sweet kitties. So happy for everyone. <3

 

[lucida818]

Sharing my last poem for Fred and Francesca. Again rough but from the heart.

Once upon a time
We had two cats sublime
Fred and Frankie were their names
They left too soon, nothing’s the same

They brought joy and much more
Sweet, sassy and so adored
Love filled our home
Happiness brightly shone

One day without warning
The time came for Frankie
Cancer so cruel and fast
She was gone, not two weeks passed

We said goodbye, not ready at all
Life is so cruel, such a hard fall
The last day a nightmare of pain
Our hearts in pieces, everything’s changed

Seven months later
The same fate for Fred
He was fine and then he was dead
This time a heart, suddenly seized
He was just purring then couldn't breathe

Big changes once more
More pain and grief to be endured
They’re here, then they’re gone
Their lives so sweet but too short a song

The grief comes in waves
The nights filled with pain
And same for each and every day
Our lives never to be the same

We hope one day again
We will see them at Rainbow Bridge
Along with our other babies
Our little furry kids

Until that day we wait
Missing them so much
Taking it day by day
Keeping them in our hearts
So they are never too far away
The bitter with the sweet
In our hearts will forever keep

We love you Francesca and Fred
No more words need to be said
Take care of each other please
Where you are, you are finally free
Of the pain and tragic disease

One day we will see you again
Together forever once more
And all will be right again
Our love forever pure

@missy, I read each line wz a heavy heart......no word of condolence can ease your pains. Just take one day at a time..... Take care

 

[lucida818]

Meet Rudolph & Kuro, 2 of the 5 my dd rescued when they were newborns. Now all 5 are in permanent good homes. Rudolph was the last to be adopted & so glad that he went to Kuro’s home as he doesn’t like to be alone all the time

 

[stracci2000]

Miso is investigating the cabinets. Get outta there, kitty!

 

[YadaYadaYada]

This is a sick day at my house, he has some sort of stomach thing going on. The dogs really need to be groomed so please excuse their appearance.

 

[missy]

Feel better to your crew @StephanieLynn

Here’s our “angel” Oliver. Sweetly laying in the sun yesterday afternoon. Oh if only he could always be this sweet lol.

 

[Austina]

Yesterday was the 7th anniversary of our girl coming to live with us.

These are the photos I took of her first full day with her. She was such a sweet, well behaved girl, and we miss her so much.

 

[missy]

Yesterday was the 7th anniversary of our girl coming to live with us.

These are the photos I took of her first full day with her. She was such a sweet, well behaved girl, and we miss her so much.

What a beautiful girl Dottie was inside and out. (((Hugs))) @Austina

 

[mrs-b]

This is Cirrus, our English setter. Cirrus is 2 years old and went to his first ever shows this past weekend. He'd only had one show class and did 4 shows. He came second in the first three while learning how it all worked, then in show 4 found his feet (so to speak!) and took it all in what is probably the biggest show for setters in the annual dog show calendar. These shows are held in NYC each year prior to Westminster, so EVERYONE goes and the entry is huge. Winning this show on his first weekend out was incredible. The puppy is a rock star and is going to have a BIG show career. His father was a very well known and highly successful champion, and Cirrus seems to have taken in his paw prints.

Also - the most chill dog I've ever owned.

 

[missy]

This is Cirrus, our English setter. Cirrus is 2 years old and went to his first ever shows this past weekend. He'd only had one show class and did 4 shows. He came second in the first three while learning how it all worked, then in show 4 found his feet (so to speak!) and took it all in what is probably the biggest show for setters in the annual dog show calendar. These shows are held in NYC each year prior to Westminster, so EVERYONE goes and the entry is huge. Winning this show on his first weekend out was incredible. The puppy is a rock star and is going to have a BIG show career. His father was a very well known and highly successful champion, and Cirrus seems to have taken in his paw prints.

Also - the most chill dog I've ever owned.

He is beautiful @mrs-b. What a love.

 

[MakingTheGrade]

Shale vying for attention against new bling lol

 

[YadaYadaYada]

Dexter found a warm spot to sleep, in the tv stand

 

[jaysonsmom]

Noah sleeping (and peeking) at me to make sure I’m right next to him. The cutest face in the world!

 

[lucida818]

@MakingTheGrade
Wow! Pretty new bling, pls share specs?
Shale has a very obedient & lovable look always

P.s. dunno why can’t include smilies tdy..........

 

[Daisys and Diamonds]

Borris has pinched Tibby's bed
its actually a clothes horse that was drying flat 2 heavy fabric sewing machine bags out under the eves of the house by the back door
He looked so comfy i added a cat blankie
Borris, being a girky girl is a great nester
She comes in at night and sleeps anywhere in the house she feels like
but Tibby actually stayed the night asleep on my bed for the first time
It was a really wet rainy night
Borris doesn't like the sound of the rain on the roof and i thought there would be trouble when she came running in to sleep on mommy
but they were both good kiddies
Tibby tucked into my knees and Borris lying on my waste
i felt sooooo loved !