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That Furry Little Guy
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That Furry Little Guy |
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Denise
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since 1999-08-22
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For fourteen years he lived the pampered life That furry little guy who stole my heart He cuddled with me every single night Tonight in tears we finally had to part. I was the one without fail that he sought He always ran to greet me at the door His gentle purring always comfort brought He was my pal but now he's here no more. His suffering I could no more deny So selfishly I long refused to see The sadness in his eyes he couldn't hide At last I had to face reality. They say that death is just a part of life And tears will end someday that's just the way His pain's now gone, I've ended all his strife But just right now I wished he could have stayed. In memory of my cat 'Doobie', my buddy, who I had to have put to sleep tonight. |
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WhtDove Member Rara Avis
since 1999-07-22
Posts 9245Illinois |
Awwwwwww Denise! It's so hard! big hugs hon! I know our dog I grew up with, we had to have him put to sleep too, he had so many problems. That was a crusher! I can imagine how sad you feel. HUGS <*\\\>< When you can't make up your mind Which way is right for you, Stop and softly ask yourself, What Would Jesus Do? |
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SEA 
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since 2000-01-18
Posts 22676with you |
Denise, I'm so sorry. My Baby was Gussy. She just dissapeared though. I never got a chance to tell her good-bye.She was an old gal, and was the best cat I ever knew, I'm trying to stop the tears rolling down my face. I'm so sorry for your loss. I have a dog now. I could never have another cat. Again, I'm so sorry, I know what you are feeling.... Hugs to you- SEA |
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serenity blaze Member Empyrean
since 2000-02-02
Posts 27738 |
I wish I didn't understand this one. It is SO hard...I too, lost "my familiar," and it shall be as the song says: "after twenty years she still grieves..." My heart is with you. |
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Elizabeth Santos Member Rara Avis
since 1999-11-08
Posts 9269Pennsylvania |
Hmmmm, I wonder why I didn't feel that way when Beagle left? Oh well, Sorry you lost your little friend, Denise. And this is a heartfelt little poem about him. Liz |
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Balladeer
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since 1999-06-05
Posts 25505Ft. Lauderdale, Fl USA |
My strong condolences, Denise. As a pure animal lover, I know how attached one can become and how hard it is. I'm sorry. It wasn't LongJohn's doing, was it???? |
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Denise
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since 1999-08-22
Posts 22648 |
Thanks for your kind words, Rebecca, SEA, Serenity, Elizabeth and Balladeer. I appreciate your kindness. I prolonged his suffering for six months and I just couldn't bear it anymore. Elizabeth- Beagle was quite a handful, wasn't he?! Balladeer - No, even LongJohn would have loved him. He never clawed anybody, even though he could have. He was a real sweetie! |
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Marge Tindal
since 1999-11-06
Posts 42384Florida's Foreverly Shores |
Denise- What a tender reminder to us all of the joy our pets bring into our lives. This pet lover certainly knows how much this hurts. I've loved the best furry, and feathered, friends anyone could have hoped to love. My heart has been filled with happiness by the antics of each of them. I wouldn't trade the memories of the love of these creatures for anything. I'm making a donation to my local Animal League in Doobie's memory. Sorry, sweetie. I know you'll miss 'Doobie'. **HUGS** Love ~*Marge*~ ~*The pen of the poet never runs out of ink, as long as we breathe.*~ noles1@totcon.com |
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Denise
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since 1999-08-22
Posts 22648 |
Marge, I am touched more than words can say...thank you for such a loving gesture. *tears* Denise |
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hoot_owl_rn Member Patricius
since 1999-07-05
Posts 10750Glen Hope, PA USA |
I am so sorry for your loss Denise, they are like children, pets.  |
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jascanvey Member
since 1999-12-26
Posts 130England |
I have tears stinging my eyes for you. I nearly lost one of my dogs last year and it brought back all those memories of anguish for me. They say the more you grieve for a pet, the more it was loved. I am sorry for your loss but you did do the right thing. ((((HUGS)))) |
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Local Rebel Member Ascendant
since 1999-12-21
Posts 5767Southern Abstentia |
awwww d~!....have a huggsz!!! |
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January Flowers Member
since 2000-02-01
Posts 209South Carolina |
Denise, I'm so sad for your loss. The unconditional love and faith of a pet is a blessing we are given...they offer comfort and companionship, and endless memories after they leave us. *Big Hugs* to you. |
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Gene Senior Member
since 2000-01-23
Posts 935Colorado, USA |
*sniff* This is moving. It reminds me of my first loss. It was only a turtle and I was only eight years old, but I never cried so hard again until the day my father died. ~Gene |
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Nate Dogg Senior Member
since 1999-11-15
Posts 1658Georgia, Fulton |
Denise, I'm sorry about your cat and I know that you was very worried about your cat. I love cats too and I know that I would be devastated too! Nathan |
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Seymour Tabin Member Empyrean
since 1999-07-07
Posts 31720Tamarac Fla |
Denise, Had one for sixteen years, didn't have the heart to have another. Loved your poem. *L* |
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Poet deVine
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since 1999-05-26
Posts 22612Hurricane Alley |
Ok..I can reply now that I've stopped crying. I've been here, Denise and it is very hard...our pets become more than just pets, they become family. I'm sorry for your loss....but think of him cavorting in heaven! An angel dog!  |
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Denise
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since 1999-08-22
Posts 22648 |
Thanks for the understanding sympathy. You all are so sweet! Denise |
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Martie
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Member Empyrean
since 1999-09-21
Posts 28049California |
I have been so attached to many cats and dogs and know just how you feel Denise. Hugs! |
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Denise
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since 1999-08-22
Posts 22648 |
Thanks for the hugs, Martie. I appreciate it. Denise |
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Breathe~ Member
since 2000-02-05
Posts 315Washington... |
*hugging her own kitty tight* Pets are our special friends..unconditional and full of love...I'm sorry for your loss... |
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Denise
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since 1999-08-22
Posts 22648 |
Thank you, Breathe. They are so special, aren't they? Give yours a hug from me, too, okay? Denise |
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catwomen Junior Member
since 2000-02-05
Posts 49 |
sorry to hear that, it's hard I recently put my cat down(she was very sick) It does get better hang in there |
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Gemini Senior Member
since 1999-12-15
Posts 1203Wisconsin, USA |
A very heartfelt poem, my sympathy for your loss. I too am an animal lover and lost a couple dogs in my lifetime, so can appreciate what you're going through. They are special and I know their souls must go on. |
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PhaerieChild Senior Member
since 1999-08-30
Posts 1787Aloha, Oregon |
Denise, I am so sorry for your loss!! When I lost my cat Spike I didn't think I could ever have another cat but now I have Sneakers and he isn't anything at all like Spike but he gets just as much love though it's of a different kind. Spike and Doobie will be greatly missed but the memories will be cherished forever. ((((BIG HUGS)))) Poetry~ Words falling on paper, painting a dream. Shawna R. Holder Boise, Idaho |
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Denise
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since 1999-08-22
Posts 22648 |
Thank you all for your caring and sympathy. I'm just trying now to visualize Doobie free of pain and having a grand old time up there in heaven (don't know if they really go there or not...but then again why wouldn't they?) Thanks again! |
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