4/18/2011

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After the kind of day I had yesterday, I didn't think things could get any worse, but as these things happen, Alcatraz took a turn for the worst during the night at the emergency vet hospital. He went into cardiac arrest and our wonderful kitty passed away at 2 am last night. I am writing this with tears in my eyes and have no words to describe my sadness or sense of loss. It is hard for me to believe I'll never see him again but I am consoled by the fact that Alcatraz is not suffering any longer. Thanks to everyone who has offered words of encouragement and support.


25 comments:

  1. VickieApril 18, 2011 at 1:51 PM

    Oh, Mar... I am so sorry. You've said what can be said. I'm glad his suffering is over, too, but am very sorry for yours.

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  2. SuanneApril 18, 2011 at 2:05 PM

    (((hugs))) Mar ... it's so hard loosing a beloved pet ... Suanne

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  3. DeletedApril 18, 2011 at 2:53 PM

    I am sorry sorry for your loss.

    I hold it true, whate'er befall;
    I feel it when I sorrow most;
    'Tis better to have loved and lost
    Than never to have loved at all.

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  4. AnonymousApril 18, 2011 at 10:26 PM

    I am so deeply sorry to hear this news. As an animal lover I know how heart broken you must feel. Keeping you in my thoughts and prayers.

    Tina

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  5. karenApril 19, 2011 at 1:12 AM

    I am so very sorry for your loss Mar. Hugs and shared tears

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  6. MarApril 19, 2011 at 3:09 AM

    Thank you so much, Vickie, Suanne, Tina, and Karen.

    Matt, that's exactly what my daughter said to me and it made me cry then too.

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  7. DavidApril 19, 2011 at 7:54 AM

    Having gone through it recently myself I can tell you that it WILL get better with time. Never forget and always cherish your memories.

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  8. DavidApril 19, 2011 at 7:58 AM

    Having gone through it recently I can tell you it WILL get better with time. Cherish your memories and never forget.

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  9. MarApril 19, 2011 at 11:35 AM

    Thank you David, good to know.

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  10. twokniveskatieApril 19, 2011 at 12:45 PM

    oh, Mar. i am so very very sorry. please know that you are in my heart. lighting a candle for you and Alcatraz.

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  11. judilynApril 19, 2011 at 10:22 PM

    A lost pet is still in your heart forever. I have never lost the sadness for my beloved St. Bernard, Brutus, that I lost on July 26th, 1979. AlCATraz will always be with you in spirit.

    Virtual hugs,

    Judie

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  12. MarApril 20, 2011 at 12:34 AM

    Thanks Kate, I appreciate it.

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  13. MarApril 20, 2011 at 1:04 AM

    Judie, I understand how you miss Brutus, and yes, Alcatraz will always be with me.

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  14. DApril 20, 2011 at 10:04 PM

    I'm sorry for your loss... you and Alcatraz are in my prayers. Remember, never say goodbye, just farewell until we meet again.

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  15. JOApril 20, 2011 at 10:42 PM

    Oh Mar, I am so sorry for your loss. Things hadn't been going very well for a while and then the Kitty. Hope things get straight again for the rest of your trip. Hang in there I am thinking of you

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  16. MarApril 20, 2011 at 11:25 PM

    Thank you, D and Jo, you are very kind, thanks for understanding.

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  17. PamApril 21, 2011 at 10:00 AM

    I'm so sorry for your loss. Our furry companions leave awfully big holes in our hearts for such small creatures. Keeping you and Alcatraz in my thoughts and prayers.

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  18. MarApril 21, 2011 at 11:50 AM

    Thanks, Pam. They do, they sure do.

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  19. Karyn-LeeApril 22, 2011 at 9:40 AM

    I'm so sorry to hear about your loss Mar.

    Alcatraz is waiting for you at the Rainbow Bridge :)

    Prayers and thoughts over your way.

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  20. MarApril 22, 2011 at 11:51 PM

    Thank you, Wild Blue Yonder.

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  21. Michael UltraApril 25, 2011 at 2:36 PM

    Ahhh...... so sorry. I know how you feel. I have a whole managerie waiting on that durn rainbow bridge.
    michael
    rv0777.blogspot

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  22. KCMay 7, 2011 at 1:26 AM

    Mar,
    So sorry to hear of your loss.
    Alcatraz sounds really special. Beautiful picture.

    Three wait for me at the Rainbow Bridge.

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  23. MarMay 7, 2011 at 9:55 AM

    Thank you, KC. Alcatraz was very, very special. He had such a great personality, everyone fell in love with him.

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  24. TexCynMay 19, 2011 at 1:10 AM

    I am so very sorry to hear this Mar. You will always hold Alcatraz very near & dear in your heart...hugs, Cyn

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  25. MarMay 19, 2011 at 10:13 AM

    Thank you, Cyn.

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