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suthern
since 1999-07-29
Posts 20723Louisiana 
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Yesterday, I stepped on lots of toes. I didn't mean to, heaven knows, But everything I meant to say Came out in the worst possible way. I took offense at some small joke Then MY transgressions the offender spoke My list of misdeeds was so long I had to accept I was in the wrong. A friend said "howdy" and I flew Into a snit - I thought he knew I wasn't happy with his actions And so I detailed each infraction. All day, compassion was pretense... I sulked, I moaned, I took offense. Last night, my Dad called just to chat And to tell me that my cat Hadn't made it. Old Fenster died. That's when I just broke down and cried. Smoke gray beauty, harming none, Fenster was a charming one. Now his buddy stands by his grave And I remember the love he gave. Those petty anxieties no longer make sense For yesterday, God also took a Fence. RIP, ya ole puddin' headed Fenster monster. I love you. [This message has been edited by suthern (edited 01-21-2000).] |
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Denise
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Member Seraphic
since 1999-08-22
Posts 22648 |
A loving beautiful tribute to Fenster. So touchingly beautiful it made me cry. My beloved feline will be following shortly, I'm afraid.....  Denise |
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Pepper Member Elite
since 1999-08-19
Posts 3079Southern Florida |
Oh Suthern...so sorry to hear of your loss....{{{HUGS}}} Your poem is very touching and a fine tribute to your feline friend... |
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suthern
since 1999-07-29
Posts 20723Louisiana |
Thanks, Denise and Pepper! *S* There was a time when I resented Fenster... he'd belonged to an old boyfriend who didn't need either of us. In time, I realized I got the better deal! LOL |
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RainbowGirl Member Elite
since 1999-07-31
Posts 3023United Kingdom |
Fenster is busy washing his face whiskers twitching with his usual grace thinking back at the good life he had hoping his mum won't be too sad cause not all cats are quite so lucky to have a mum who's feisty and plucky we both gave each other so much love as Fenster purrs in the sun's warmth above ps: Fenster asked to tell you that..  HUSG Don't ask me where I'm going, just listen when I'm gone and far away you'll hear me singing softly to the dawn. |
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Pepper Member Elite
since 1999-08-19
Posts 3079Southern Florida |
Rainbow...how sweet your poem... |
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suthern
since 1999-07-29
Posts 20723Louisiana |
Awwwww, Rainbow!!! I needed that... thank you so much!!! Somewhere in cat heaven, an angel is probably having to carry the big lug around... he was an expert at cadging a ride and saving his own feet the effort! LOL |
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LngJhnAg Member Elite
since 1999-07-23
Posts 3508Boot+Kitty=Poetry in motion |
Hello, Belle, err suthern, It's old Fenster here. I'm writing to tell you To be of good cheer. I'm up here in heaven, For I was a good cat. And let me tell you, This IS where its at! All day I chase dogs, I trap them in trees. And when I catch them I give them all fleas! My claws are all sharp, Because the furniture's silk. And when I am thirsty, I drink nothing but milk! The sun warms my belly, As I lay on my back. The mice comb my whiskers, Then make me a snack. The doors are all open I can go in or stay out. I'm thought of as cute, Whenever I pout. How was I so lucky, To be sent here in the end? Its easy, I was loved, By you; my BEST friend. Belle - please go easy on everybody today. Ol' Fenster is watching you. Hugs |
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suthern
since 1999-07-29
Posts 20723Louisiana |
LJA: Ya ole kitty kicker, you. *G* I knew you were a softy... once the barnacles are scraped off! LOL. Thanks, sailor... smooch! |
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hoot_owl_rn Member Patricius
since 1999-07-05
Posts 10750Glen Hope, PA USA |
My symapathies are with you, I know how it is to lose a fine furred friend |
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Local Rebel Member Ascendant
since 1999-12-21
Posts 5767Southern Abstentia |
To err is human, to forgive devine... Suthern --you're one of the devine ones ;-) A toast to your kitty! *clink* |
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Nicole Senior Member
since 1999-06-23
Posts 1835Florida |
Oh hon!...big hugs to you! What a wonderful tribute to a spectacular friend...Fenster is livin' the good life now, don't you worry sweets. May I never be too busy to help another's load, Then I'll be drinking from the saucer 'cause my cup has overflowed. --Author Unknown |
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suthern
since 1999-07-29
Posts 20723Louisiana |
LR: I'll probably make more than a few toasts tonight. *S* (And not devine at all... but huggz for the thought! *S*) Hoot & Satiate: Thank you very much! He was pretty special. There were times when I would have sworn he didn't have a brain in his furry noggin... like when he decided to take a flying leap off a balcony... I guess he thought the twig that held a squirrel would hold a 25 pound cat! *S* But if you ever needed a purr machine, he was the man! LOL |
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LngJhnAg Member Elite
since 1999-07-23
Posts 3508Boot+Kitty=Poetry in motion |
Purrr machine??? *perk* Did you hear that, Toe? Belle needs a purr machine! I just kinda sorta wonder though - how does a Toerag purr? I guess Belle just spins you around real fast until the whirrrr sounds like a purrrrrr... ya think? |
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Andrew Scott Member Elite
since 1999-06-24
Posts 2558Redlands,CA,USA |
Lady Suthern... Sorry for your loss...sorta puts everything in perspective. You did good on this one and I'm sure Fenster is purring in the land of catnip and warm milk, fat gimpy mice and finely upholstered furniture. |
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suthern
since 1999-07-29
Posts 20723Louisiana |
LJA: Ah... the real sailor appears again... Brat! *G* Andrew: Don't forget soft cushions placed in sunbeams and people tuna. LOL Thank y'all!!! Have a great weekend! |
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Balladeer
Administrator
Member Empyrean
since 1999-06-05
Posts 25505Ft. Lauderdale, Fl USA |
You are so right, Suthern. Things that are really important do tend to eradicate foolishness and put it into perspective. I'm sorry for your loss and I understand your feelings perfectly. LngJohn...you make a really neat cat!! |
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Lorelei54 Member
since 1999-07-27
Posts 458 |
Suthern, sorry about your loss... |
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HelmutB Senior Member
since 2000-01-06
Posts 964Canada |
I'm sorry hearing the bad news I have a cat he purrs and does still his due's I can't imagine he be gone some day But we all do, what can I say Up there he is happy and does not whine I seen him just today jumping up to cloud # 9 He send his meouws down to you And say's he'll be waiting there for you Hope this eased your pain a little bit And if not I better quit You have my prayer what shall I say We all eventually have to go this way A nice tribute to Fenster The ability to describe life with words is similar to painting a picture; both can be powerful tools. |
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