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Across the Fence: we had to bury a barn cat last night ![Next Topic Next Topic](icons/icon_go_right.gif) |
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FieldsofThyme
Farmgirl Guide & Schoolmarm / Chapter Leader
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USA
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Posted - Feb 28 2012 : 06:32:51 AM
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Joey was raised here from birth, and came from one of our other female barn cats prior to getting them "fixed."
He was so loving, as are the other two. He was always getting into mischief and was brought in several times to doctor up. He was so special to us.
When people hear "barn cats" they automatically think mean and nasty cats, but ours are not.
We will put a head stone on his grave and flowers too. Later today we'll have a ceremony for him.
This hit the kids the hardest. There were a lot of tears shed.
He was just as much part of our family as the indoor pets. He was only a few years old, and I am feeling horrible for not knowing he was hurt prior to finding him.
How we found him, is on my "pioneer" blog.
However, the fact that he came to the house and crawled into the tote means a lot to us - knowing he came back to those who loved him.
We are really going to miss that handsome cat. One dd even had a blog about him.
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MEWolf
True Blue Farmgirl
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358 Posts
Margaret
Byers
Colorado
USA
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Posted - Feb 28 2012 : 07:37:26 AM
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I am sorry for your loss. It is just never easy.
Blessings, margaret
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FebruaryViolet
True Blue Farmgirl
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Jonni
Elsmere
Kentucky
USA
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Posted - Feb 28 2012 : 07:40:26 AM
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Poor guy--I've never thought of barn cats as mean or nasty--around all the barns I've ever been to, they are always jovial, sometimes skittish, and hard working, hard living kittehs.
I'm so sorry for your loss--he was well loved, and he knew that. Being close to home when he felt terrible must have put him at peace somehow. Sorry to your family and his cat family, too.
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rough start farmgirl
True Blue Farmgirl
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marianne
The Beautiful Pacific NW
Washington State
USA
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Posted - Feb 28 2012 : 07:48:14 AM
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We had to say good by to our 12 year old barn cat this summer. She had skin cancer and was slowly getting worse. We couldn't let her suffer. She was so sweet and smart. The horses loved her, the labradors were afraid of her and the chihuahua terrorized her - until she grew tired of pretending to run away.
So sorry for the sadness you are going through. It is a good learning lesson for the younger generation though...
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Bear5
True Blue Farmgirl
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Louisiana/Texas
USA
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Posted - Feb 28 2012 : 08:06:48 AM
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Kristina: I am so sorry for your loss. The important thing to know and remember was Joey knew he was wanted and loved, thanks to all of you. I'll say a prayer for Joey. Hugs to all. Again, I am sorry. Marly
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crafter
True Blue Farmgirl
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lori
Fort Atkinson
Wisconsin
USA
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Posted - Feb 28 2012 : 08:39:27 AM
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I'm so sorry for your loss- how wonderful that you are having a cermony for him- it helps the children so much with their grieving process.
Lori |
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FieldsofThyme
Farmgirl Guide & Schoolmarm / Chapter Leader
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USA
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Simple Living
True Blue Farmgirl
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Joan
Staten Island
NY
USA
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Posted - Feb 28 2012 : 09:59:34 AM
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Aw so sorry...it's always sad when we lose our pets... but remember Farmgirls are here thru good times and sad.
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Lieberkim
True Blue Farmgirl
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Kimberly
Sunnyside
WASHINGTON
USA
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Posted - Feb 28 2012 : 11:34:53 AM
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Sad. Sorry for your kids especially. I love my barn cats. They are all sleek, happy creatures who adore me because I have the goats milk!!! wink wink.
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StrawHouseRanch
True Blue Farmgirl
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Paula
Holt
Missouri
USA
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Posted - Feb 28 2012 : 12:08:26 PM
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So sorry to hear about losing Joey. I love our barn kitties too. It really hurts to lose one.
Paula
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ceejay48
Farmgirl Legend/Schoolmarm/Sharpshooter
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CeeJay (CJ)
Dolores
Colorado
USA
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mudpony farmgirl
True Blue Farmgirl
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Jo
USA
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Posted - Feb 28 2012 : 2:47:14 PM
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Sorry to hear about Joey, it sounds like he was a very special kitty. |
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Dorinda
True Blue Farmgirl
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Dorinda
St. Cloud
Florida
USA
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Posted - Feb 28 2012 : 2:49:31 PM
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So sorry about your barn cat Joey. I hate to lose a pet.
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Prairie Princess
True Blue Farmgirl
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Jodi
Washington
USA
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knitnpickinatune
True Blue Farmgirl
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Sherrie
Gardena
California
USA
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Blessed in Colorado
True Blue Farmgirl
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Debbie L.
Oregon
USA
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laurentany
True Blue Farmgirl
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Laurie
Patchogue
NY
USA
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Posted - Feb 28 2012 : 5:47:43 PM
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Krsitina and family- I am so sorry to hear about losing Joey. It really is amazing what an animal will do to make their way back home, and truly touches your heart. Our pets whether in the house or outside are part of our families and losing them is difficult no matter the circumstances (but especially when there are children involved!) I am sending prayers for peace for all of you, knowing Joey is smiling down from above. Hugs,
~Laurie "Little Hen House on the Island" Farmgirl Sister#1403
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emtfarmer
True Blue Farmgirl
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Darlene
North Carolina
USA
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Posted - Feb 28 2012 : 5:55:18 PM
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I'm so sorry to hear about Joey. We lost one of our cats this past summer at age 16. It is never easy. Some may think that at the death of a pet, the pain is not as "real" but farmgirls know better. Any living, breathing thing that brings pleasure, laughter, love, and joy to our lives---well, when they leave us, it is very painful.
You and yours ane in my prayers.
Darlene
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texdane
Farmgirl Legend Chapter Leader Chapter Guru
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Nicole
Sandy Hook
CT
USA
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Posted - Feb 29 2012 : 05:09:08 AM
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Kristina, I am so very sorry to hear of your loss of your beloved Joey. It is so hard to lose a pet, but sounds like he had a nice life with a wonderful family.
Big hugs,
Nicole
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FieldsofThyme
Farmgirl Guide & Schoolmarm / Chapter Leader
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USA
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mudpony farmgirl
True Blue Farmgirl
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Jo
USA
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Posted - Feb 29 2012 : 07:23:01 AM
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Kristina, that message is really sweet, what a nice memorial for Joey. |
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True Blue Farmgirl
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karla
north port
fl
USA
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Posted - Feb 29 2012 : 5:39:31 PM
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Dear Kristina, I read Joey's blog and saw the beauitful pictures of him. I am so sorry for your loss, they are never just barn cats to those that come to care for them. They become our children in fur coats. Sending thoughts and hugs your way for you and your children. |
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marlee
True Blue Farmgirl
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Marlene
DeRidder
Louisiana
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Posted - Feb 29 2012 : 6:28:34 PM
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Kristina , am so sorry about the loss of Joey. Wherever he was when he got hurt he wanted to come home so you all would know . He showed his love for you before he passed away. I really believe that, so no one would always wonder what happen to him. He knew that you loved him. The headstone is so sweet. I'll pray for you all.-Marlee
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knittinchick
True Blue Farmgirl
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Megan
Wisconsin
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Posted - Feb 29 2012 : 6:39:52 PM
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Kristina, I'm so sorry for your lost. Losing a pet is always hard. I'll be praying for you and your family. God's and Farmgirl's Blessings, Megan
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katmom
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Grace
WACAL Gal
WashCalif.
USA
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