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Across the Fence:  Our hearts are crushed  |
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texdane
Farmgirl Legend Chapter Leader Chapter Guru
4658 Posts
Nicole
Sandy Hook
CT
USA
4658 Posts |
 Posted - Jul 08 2011 : 10:15:46 AM
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Today, out of the blue, our little kitty fell over, and then she died in my and my daughter's arms. We wrapped her in a towel and she knew we were there. Her name was Angel and she would have been twenty years old on August 1st. My daughter Audrey will be nine years old tomorrow, and we were in the middle of baking Audrey's birthday cake when we found the cat lying outside her box. Our hearts are broken. 
Just wanted to share with my farmgirls, as I have seen so many of your posts just like this.
Hugs,
Nicole
Farmgirl Sister #1155
KNITTER, JAM-MAKER AND MOM EXTRAORDINAIRE
Chapter Leader, Connecticut Simpler Life Sisters
Suburban Farmgirl Blogger
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janiee
True Blue Farmgirl
820 Posts
Janie
Shawnee
Oklahoma
USA
820 Posts |
Posted - Jul 08 2011 : 10:24:54 AM
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oh Nicole, my thoughts and prayers are with you and yours. It is so hard to endure the loss of "someone" you love. I am sorry that it happened so close to your daughters birthday.
janiee
farmgirl #390 |
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Okie Farm Girl
True Blue Farmgirl
1674 Posts
Mary Beth
McLoud
Oklahoma
USA
1674 Posts |
Posted - Jul 08 2011 : 10:37:10 AM
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Oh my, Nicole. It is so hard to lose our pets who love us so unconditionally. I'm so glad that she did not suffer and that she could feel you both around her. That is what I pray for our labrador. He is so very old. Bless your family.
Mary Beth
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The Sovereign Lord is my strength - Habakkuk 3:19 |
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FebruaryViolet
True Blue Farmgirl
4810 Posts
Jonni
Elsmere
Kentucky
USA
4810 Posts |
Posted - Jul 08 2011 : 11:18:02 AM
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So very sorry. It's never easy, least when you don't expect it. She knew she was loved.
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crafter
True Blue Farmgirl
2313 Posts
lori
Fort Atkinson
Wisconsin
USA
2313 Posts |
Posted - Jul 08 2011 : 11:20:36 AM
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I'm so sorry for the loss of your beloved cat- they are part of the family and are hearts are broken when they pass on. Sending prayers to your family.
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Ninibini
True Blue Farmgirl
7577 Posts
Nini
Pennsylvania
USA
7577 Posts |
Posted - Jul 08 2011 : 11:27:14 AM
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Oohhhhh... I'm so sad to hear about your kitty, Nicole! Bless your hearts! I'll be saying prayers for you, too. Big, warm farmgirl hugs - Nini
Farmgirl Sister #1974
God gave us two hands... one to help ourselves, and one to help others!
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MrsRooster
True Blue Farmgirl
1168 Posts
Amy
Seabrook
TX
USA
1168 Posts |
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Penny Wise
True Blue Farmgirl
1903 Posts
Margo
Elyria
OH
USA
1903 Posts |
Posted - Jul 08 2011 : 1:22:28 PM
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oh nicole- my heart is aching for you both....my oldest baby was 18 1/2 when she died in my arms 20 years ago......it still hurts.....thank you for coming to us.
Farmgirl # 2139
~*~ counting my pennies and biding my time; my dreams are adding up!~*~ |
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DeborahLee
True Blue Farmgirl
85 Posts
Deborah
Starkville
Mississippi
USA
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Posted - Jul 08 2011 : 1:43:35 PM
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I am so sorry. We had a lot of cats when I was growing up but it was never easy to loose one. They each had their own personality. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Deborah
Professor, librarian, writer and farmgirl! |
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Aunt Jenny
True Blue Farmgirl
11381 Posts
Jenny
middle of
Utah
USA
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Posted - Jul 08 2011 : 1:45:34 PM
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I am so sorry to hear about your loss Nicole! Dang.
Jenny in Utah
Proud Farmgirl sister #24
Inside me there is a skinny woman crying to get out...but I can usually shut her up with cookies
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quiltin_kate
True Blue Farmgirl
244 Posts
Kate
Marlboro
NY
USA
244 Posts |
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embchicken
True Blue Farmgirl
1487 Posts
Elaine
Ocean
NJ
USA
1487 Posts |
Posted - Jul 08 2011 : 3:23:34 PM
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So sorry for the loss of your furry little friend. They do love us so unconditionally. At least you were with her when she went. I am just so sorry that it happened close to your daughter's birthday.
~ Elaine
Farmgirl sister #2822
"Find yourself a cup of tea; the teapot is behind you. Now tell me about hundreds of things." ~Saki
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woolgirl
True Blue Farmgirl
901 Posts
Elizabeth
Great Lakes
IL
USA
901 Posts |
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grace gerber
True Blue Farmgirl
2804 Posts
grace
larkspur
colorado
USA
2804 Posts |
Posted - Jul 08 2011 : 5:31:17 PM
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Oh My Nicole I am so very sorry for your loss and the timing of it for your daughter. I know there is never a great time but there are times when it just is more then the time can handle. Please know my heart is with you all and that your sweet one my not be here in person but your heart and memories will never fade. Hugs and Prayers
Grace Gerber
Larkspur Funny Farm and Fiber Art Studio
Where the spirits are high and the fiber is deep
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laurentany
True Blue Farmgirl
3259 Posts
Laurie
Patchogue
NY
USA
3259 Posts |
Posted - Jul 08 2011 : 5:48:49 PM
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Nicole and family,
I am so sorry for the loss of Angel. It is always so difficult to loose a pet- they truly are part of our family. Our thoughts are with you during this difficult time, and I do hope that your daughter is still able to enjoy her birthday tomorrow.
Hugs,
~Laurie
"Little Hen House on the Island"
Farmgirl Sister#1403
Life is not measured by the number of breaths we take, but by the moments that take our breath away.. |
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katmom
True Blue Farmgirl
17161 Posts
Grace
WACAL Gal
WashCalif.
USA
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kristin sherrill
True Blue Farmgirl
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kristin
chickamauga
ga
USA
11303 Posts |
Posted - Jul 08 2011 : 7:07:05 PM
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Nicole, I am sure that was a very loved adored cat and she had a great life with her family. Did you have her for her whole life? I am sending good thoughts and hugs to you and your family.
Kris
Happiness is simple. |
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texdane
Farmgirl Legend Chapter Leader Chapter Guru
4658 Posts
Nicole
Sandy Hook
CT
USA
4658 Posts |
Posted - Jul 08 2011 : 7:14:39 PM
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Thank you everyone. Your messages mean so much. Yes, I had her since she was six weeks old. I got her as a wedding present for my husband when we were newlyweds. My childhood kitty didn't like him, and Angel was a good friend for her too. Angel was the sweetest kitty, and I know she waited for me to find her before she left us. Thank goodness we were home. It was really traumatic. I am going to try extra hard to make Audrey's birthday super happy tomorrow.
Thank you again everyone.
Hugs,
Nicole
Farmgirl Sister #1155
KNITTER, JAM-MAKER AND MOM EXTRAORDINAIRE
Chapter Leader, Connecticut Simpler Life Sisters
Suburban Farmgirl Blogger
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knittinchick
True Blue Farmgirl
1854 Posts
Megan
Wisconsin
1854 Posts |
Posted - Jul 08 2011 : 10:41:53 PM
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Nicole, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. I can only imagine how terrible it is to lose a pet. Love to you and your family!
God's and Farmgirl's Blessings,
Megan
At heart, I am both a sassy city girl and a down-home country gal.
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walkinwalkoutcattle
True Blue Farmgirl
1675 Posts
Megan
Paint Lick
KY
USA
1675 Posts |
Posted - Jul 09 2011 : 06:30:12 AM
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Oh no! I am so, so sorry. After 20 years that cat had gotten so much love-I'm sure it was just like losing a family member. :( I'm sure your kitty had a wonderful life. I'm sure that doesn't make it easier, but I'll say a little prayer for kitty as she goes to rainbow bridge.
Be looking for a message from me.
Farmgirl #2879 :)
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annielaurel
True Blue Farmgirl
912 Posts
nancy
fernandina beach
florida
USA
912 Posts |
Posted - Jul 10 2011 : 04:57:34 AM
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I feel so sad for you. I know this is a hard time. Remember all the joy and wonderful times you had with your kitty. She will be in your heart always even though you will miss her terribly. I am praying for you. Let your tears flow...grieving is what we do when we lose a family member that we love.
Blessings,
~Nancy
Farmgirl #230l
Live everyday to the fullest |
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CMac
True Blue Farmgirl
1074 Posts
Connie
Ashland City
TN
USA
1074 Posts |
Posted - Jul 10 2011 : 05:24:18 AM
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I am so sorry Nicole. Sending hugs your way. How lucky you were to be there. That will be a comfort to you.
Tell your daughter "Happy Birthday!" for me.
Connie
"I have three chairs in my house: one for solitude, two for friendship, three for company."
Author: Henry David Thoreau |
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nabrown42
True Blue Farmgirl
409 Posts
Nancy
Caneyville
KY
USA
409 Posts |
Posted - Jul 10 2011 : 06:44:53 AM
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Tears of love and understanding are being sent your way from all corners of the country. You were so blessed to have her for 20 years and I'm sure she's playing somewhere in a meadow in Heaven.
Nancy
"I've wept in the night for the shortness of sight that to someone's needs I've been blind; but I've yet to feel a twinge of regret for being a little too kind." |
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knitnpickinatune
True Blue Farmgirl
1140 Posts
Sherrie
Gardena
California
USA
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Posted - Jul 10 2011 : 09:12:02 AM
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Oh man....that is so sad- never have lost one at home but have lost them,and it's always painful. Hugs & thoughts of comfort to you & your daughter. You must've given that cat a wonderful home & lots of TLC to reach 20. Tell Audrey I wish her well on her birthday-so tough to lose family on a day that's normally of celebration.
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texdane
Farmgirl Legend Chapter Leader Chapter Guru
4658 Posts
Nicole
Sandy Hook
CT
USA
4658 Posts |
Posted - Jul 10 2011 : 7:01:29 PM
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Well, I've been kind of a big baby about her. I couldn't look at the posts too much here because the tears would start. A relative said I had to expect it, since she was so old, but honestly, she was healthy, so no. Anyway, worked really hard the last two days to make sure Audrey had a nice birthday, and it was. Very happy. But, when feeding time comes it breaks my heart, and when I walk in the door and she isn't in her favorite chair, it feels very weird. Twenty years is a long time to love a pet. She was so cute and sweet. My other two cats are freaking out, too. Thank you everyone for understanding. Someone said to me that "Pets are our heartbeats at our feet". So true!
Hugs,
Nicole
Farmgirl Sister #1155
KNITTER, JAM-MAKER AND MOM EXTRAORDINAIRE
Chapter Leader, Connecticut Simpler Life Sisters
Suburban Farmgirl Blogger
http://sfgblog.maryjanesfarm.org/ |
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adnama
True Blue Farmgirl
171 Posts
inge
fargo
north dakota
USA
171 Posts |
Posted - Jul 10 2011 : 7:23:11 PM
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| It is so sad to lose a long term pet, and yes it does seem like a member of the family. I was lucky enough in my life to have had two cats that lived very long lives. I can share the hurt that goes through your spirit when you look and they are not there. Our other cats too acted strange, going through the house, looking and meowing for the "lost" one. I have one cat now that is getting on in years and still seems to mourn the loss of his best buddy a couple of years ago. It takes time to heal, and remember anyone that says you should'nt be upset has probably never had a long term relationship like this... lasted longer then some marriages! |
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