GA 1/2 Capt. Jack -

[saltycat]

last condo

Jack got his water wings yesterday. I'm heartbroken, but despite eating more he was just too weak and slowly getting worse. He would have a bad spell for an hour or two and perk up some to come get some food and scritches. Through the last days he wanted to be in the hallway outside my room or hang out in the room with me.

Our last day, he wanted up on the couch and took a little nap with me. He even wanted to take a slow walk around the house, he liked his outside time and never ran, just hung out with his bean.

We put up a h-e-double hockey sticks of a fight and he was a trooper the whole way through. I did everything I could for the boy and he let me know when it was time.

You will be sorely missed my boy, I hope the waters are calm and the wind is at your back as you make your way to the bridge to reunite with your friends.

Thank you everyone for your support and guidance. It has been invaluable in making sure Jack got the best care he could.


Before humans die, they write their last Will & Testament, give their home and all they have, to those they leave behind. If with my paws, I could do the same, this is what I’d ask… To a poor and lonely stray I’d give: -My happy home. -My bowl and cozy bed, soft pillows and all my toys. -The lap, which I loved so much. -The hand that stroked my fur and the sweet voice which spoke my name.

I’d Will to the sad, scared shelter pet, the place I had in my human’s loving heart, of which there seemed no bounds. So, when I die, please do not say, “I will never have a pet again, for the loss and pain is more than I can stand” Instead, go find an unloved pet, one whose life has held no joy or hope and give MY place to them. This is the only thing I can give… The love I left behind.

Wes & Jack

 

[Steph & Quintus & L & O]

Oh, so sorry to hear this. Kindest thoughts and condolences.

 

[Alicia & Maggie (GA)]

Wes, I'm so sorry for your loss. I'm glad you were able to enjoy each others company before his crossing. I wish you peace and comfort in your memories.

 

[Myagi (GA) and Heidi]

My heart goes out to you. Your tribute is beautiful.

 

[Amy&TrixieCat]

I'm so very sorry...losing them is so incredibly difficult, but Jack will live on forever in your heart. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

 

[Red & Rover (GA)]

My deepest condolences at this time. Jack was an amazing cat and the two of you had an amazing time together.

 

[Sharon14]

Oh Wes I’m so very sorry. Jack was truly a very special cat, and your love for him shone through. Thank you for sharing him with us. Rest In Peace Capt. Jack

 

[Mandy & Rex (GA)]

I'm so sorry to hear this!!

 

[Nan & Amber (GA)]

So, so sorry. Captain Jack was a heck of a kitty and you two were a great team. Treasure each and every one of those memories!

Fly (sail?) free, little guy, .

 

[Juliet]

 

[Stacy & Asia]

Wes!!!

I'm so sorry to hear this about Jack, my heart breaks for you! He was in the very best of care and I'm glad that you loved him enough to release him from his pain. He knew he was loved.

I love that last will.

 

[Carol & Murphy (GA)]

Sad beyond words, I am especially touched by the last two paragraphs of your post -
Peace and comfort in the coming hours, days, weeks, and months, knowing you did everything humanly possible for Captain Jack.

 

[Sienne and Gabby (GA)]

You, Jack, his memory and the gift of your words of tribute will always have a home here.

"Cats never completely leave you. They side step time, shrug off death - come at the call of memory their beauty undiminished, their touch as gentle, their love perpetual."

Fly free Captain Jack and land softly.

 

[Carol in Chicago]

Oh Wes - I'm so very sorry. I'm crying with you, I'm crying for you. Thank you for sharing Jack with us. We all know how much you loved him. His love for you is obvious in your photos.

 

[Ella & Rusty & Stu(GA)]

Dear (((Wes))),
Capt. Jack has sailed up to the Bridge, where the crew there is giving him a hearty welcome. He is "in good paws" with all of our GAs. Your tribute to your boy is beautiful. He'll always be with you in that special place in your heart that belongs only to him. I have a feeling that Jack will have a paw in guiding you to the kitty who finds a furever home with you.

Fly free, sweet Jack! You are much loved.

In deepest sympathy,
Ella & Edward, Rusty, and Stu (GA)

 

[Wendy&Neko]

{{{Wes}}} I am typing with tears on the keyboard for how much this hurts you. I am so, so sorry. Your stories of Captain Jack tell me how much you cared for him and how much that love was returned. We build such a bond with our diabetic cats and especially those with acromegaly. I know it's been a hard road for you too. Please take care of yourself this next while. Neko and our other GAs will welcome Jack at the Bridge.

 

[Phoebes (GA)]

Oh no my salty buddy!!! My heart breaks with yours. Your last will is beautiful and heart felt. So sorry Jack was done with this life. Here's to Capt Jack and his voyage into the next!! Cheers. Cheers. Cheers

 

[Gill & George]

(((((Wes)))))
I am so very sorry to hear about Captain Jack, my heart breaks for you, he was a special boy and will leave a big hole in your heart, hopefully, given time you will be able to honor his last will and testament and at least partially fill it with another kitty who needs you.

 

[Kris & Teasel]

I’m away from home reading this on my iPad and am about to break down in tears. What a beautiful tribute to a much loved kitty.

 

[Tanya and Ducia]

 

[carfurby (GA)]

I'm so sorry Wes. Fly free Jack. Sending prayers.

 

[Pamela & Amethyst]

So sorry

 

[Noah & me (GA)]

Across the bridge waiting for us but never alone.

 

[Marje and Gracie]

(((Wes))) There are no words of comfort I can offer at this time because Jack’s loss is so profound for you and we are all heartbroken that you have to know this grief. I have to say in all my years here, I can count on four fingers when I’ve seen a man love a cat so much and go the extent you have to care for him. Capt Jack is, indeed, a lucky boy to have that kind of love.

And thank you for the lesson that a great tribute to our beloved kitties gone ahead is to love another.

Our deepest condolences, Wes.

 

[Doodles & Karen]

(((Wes))) My heart hurts for you. Capt. Jack is a special boy and you were such a great team. Such a beautiful tribute and proves how smart Capt. Jack is. Sending loads of peace and comfort to your heart and soul. Please do take care of yourself

Enjoy the long calm sails Jack....pick up Doodles for a ride, he'd never been on a boat. You'll forever be in so many humans hearts little man.

 

[Fiona & Ruby]

May the coming days and weeks be tender and peaceful as you continue on without your dear Jack.

 

[Bobbie And Bubba]

((((((Wes))))))) this is very sad news to be reading. Your loving tribute is something I want to remember forever. You were the best Bean ever and I know that Jack knew just how fortunate he was.

The visual of Jack on a boat picking up all the kitties that have gone ahead puts a smile on my face as the tears fall. Jack will be greatly missed.

RIP Jack. Fly high and don't make any wakes.

 

[Squalliesmom]

Wes, I am so, so sorry to hear about Capt. Jack. He was a special kitty, and so very loved. His Will is such a lovely tribute to him, and carries a good message for us all.

Sail safely upon your journey to your new life at the Rainbow Bridge, Capt. Jack, and let the stars help guide you

 

[rhiannon and shadow (GA)]

I'm so sorry. Prayers for you as you grieve his loss.
Jack's will is very true. I just found an abandoned Maine Coon cat living outdoors and am trying to get it to let me near. s/he was starving, and it's mostly 20 degrees every night. I can get about 6 feet away and it accepts food dishes. If I can ever catch it ( i will likely borrow a trap eventually) I will take it to our local no kill shelter.
( i already have 4 pets)

There are just so many needy ones out there in the world so I hope you find someone else to give to when you are ready.

Fly Free Jack.

 

[Squeaky and KT (GA)]

Wes, I'm SO sorry it was Jack's time to cross but what love you shared. Remember - he's not 'gone', you just have to hug him differently.

Soar high on your new angel wings sweet boy....land softly back in Papa's broken heart....

Thoughts and prayers for comfort as you learn to live with the hole in your heart.

 

[Tricia Cinco(GA) & Harvey]

{{{Wes}}}

I am so deeply sorry to learn that Captain Jack has sailed off to calmer seas. We all grieve for you and with you. He was, indeed a very smart cat, so I have no doubt he knew how much you loved him - enough to give him the ultimate gift. I think we all have watched your journey with Jack with a little bit of amazement and a lot of admiration. You certainly went above and beyond to make sure he got the best possible care. No one could have done more.

You have been a very supportive member here, especially with others struggling with high dose kitties. I hope, once you have had time to process this huge change in your life, that you will come back often, to let us know how you are doing, and to share your knowledge and experience with others.

Captain Jack, may the wind be always at your back, may the sun shine upon your face, and may the seas you sail be calm and peaceful, until you are reunited with those you love best.

 

[Bronx's dad (GA)]

Wes,

This is so heartbreaking and words cannot describe the sadness I feel right now. Jack was such a special kitty that always beat to his own drum and a real trooper till the very end. The special bond you had with him was so evident in your condos and always gave me smile when checking in on his progress. The care you gave him was above and beyond what any bean could do and has given me continued inspiration in the acro/high-dose fight. Jack's final words in your moving tribute could not have been expressed any better. Just as Bronx and Jack shared similarities, their beans also have a special connection here. Take good care Wes, my prayers and thoughts are with you. The Captain will never be forgotten.

 

[CassAndGordy(GA)]

I'm sorry for your loss Wes. Jack seemed like such a special boy.

 

[LizzieInTexas]

Typing throgh tears. Fly free Capt. Jack. Much love to you Wes. You are s good bean.

 

[Chubba (GA)]

I’m so sorry for your loss.

 

[MJW]

I am so sorry. I have followed your journey with Jack since I joined the forum a year ago. You did everything you could for him and more. He was a loved and treasured cat. When our cats become sick we learn how much we love them and they return that love with amazing trust. The end of his story is sad but beautiful. His last will and testament is perfect. May you feel peace and gratitude.

 

[Sandy and Black Kitty]

Fly free sweet Jack.

 

[Beenie (GA)]

Wes I’m so so sorry. I know how much it hurts and I’m crying with you. You took such good care of Jack. Your bond was crystal clear. May you find peace in all the wonderful memories you shared. Your tribute was beautiful.

Fly free sweet Jack

 

[HWright]

Fly free, Captain Jack, knowing that the love you and your most special bean, Wes, shared with each other is forever.
After all, “those we love don’t go away, they walk beside us every day...”

 

[julie & punkin (ga)]

(((Wes))) you have my deepest sympathy. I'm so sorry Jack's time came to slip away. I've admired how devoted you have been, going the extra mile for your sweet boy. Acro is such an awful disease, robbing our little ones of the life they deserved, but you did everything you could to make his way easier. He was blessed to have you!

Fly free Captain Jack, and land softly.

Much love to you as you adjust to the days ahead.

Hugs, Julie

 

[Dyana]

I'm so sorry for your loss ((Wes)).
You know he knows how much you love him and will be waiting for you to join him one day at The Bridge.

 

[MyTitan (GA)]

Peace to you my friend Wes. Know that he is safe and flying free and you are loved.

 

[Kaori &Utyun]

I am so sorry.
You and your loved Jack　will be in my thoughts and prayers.

 

[Vicki and Jerry]

Thoughts and prayers are with you. May the wonderful memories fill your heart with comfort.

 

[Karen & Lily]

I am so sorry to hear about Jack. I am typing this while tears well up in my eyes after reading your tribute to your beautiful boy. Seems we never get enough time with our fur babies. RIP Jack, and Wes know that you now have a very special guardian angel watching over you. Til we all meet our fur babies once again, take care of yourself Wes, you were the best bean to Jack

 

[suki & crystal (GA)]

Such a beautiful tribute to your dear boy Captain Jack. Our poor acrokitties have the odds stacked against them but you did everything humanly possible to give Jack a good QOL and, when the time came, you set him free to sail the high seas. Prayers for peace in the coming months Wes and I hope it will not be too long before another worthy soul finds its way into your home and heart.

 

[Michelle and Mannie (GA)]

I am so sorry... Fly free Capt Jack, and land softly at the Bridge.

 

[Kathy and TiTi]

last condo

Jack got his water wings yesterday. I'm heartbroken, but despite eating more he was just too weak and slowly getting worse. He would have a bad spell for an hour or two and perk up some to come get some food and scritches. Through the last days he wanted to be in the hallway outside my room or hang out in the room with me.

Our last day, he wanted up on the couch and took a little nap with me. He even wanted to take a slow walk around the house, he liked his outside time and never ran, just hung out with his bean.

We put up a h-e-double hockey sticks of a fight and he was a trooper the whole way through. I did everything I could for the boy and he let me know when it was time.

You will be sorely missed my boy, I hope the waters are calm and the wind is at your back as you make your way to the bridge to reunite with your friends.

Thank you everyone for your support and guidance. It has been invaluable in making sure Jack got the best care he could.


Before humans die, they write their last Will & Testament, give their home and all they have, to those they leave behind. If with my paws, I could do the same, this is what I’d ask… To a poor and lonely stray I’d give: -My happy home. -My bowl and cozy bed, soft pillows and all my toys. -The lap, which I loved so much. -The hand that stroked my fur and the sweet voice which spoke my name.

I’d Will to the sad, scared shelter pet, the place I had in my human’s loving heart, of which there seemed no bounds. So, when I die, please do not say, “I will never have a pet again, for the loss and pain is more than I can stand” Instead, go find an unloved pet, one whose life has held no joy or hope and give MY place to them. This is the only thing I can give… The love I left behind.

Wes & Jack

I so hoped Jack could make it, but when you didn't post for a few days, I knew, and I feel terrible with you. What a hard blow. You worked so hard and he was such a great cat, but you released him from an untenable existence, the best last gift anyone can get. He lives on in a special room in your heart.

I hope you soon find the special new and needy cat Jack has waiting for you.,

 

[Beenie (GA)]

Thinking of you

 

[AZJenks]

I'm reminded of a Tennyson poem called "Crossing the Bar":

Sunset and evening star,
And one clear call for me!
And may there be no moaning of the bar,
When I put out to sea,

But such a tide as moving seems asleep,
Too full for sound and foam,
When that which drew from out the boundless deep
Turns again home.

Twilight and evening bell,
And after that the dark!
And may there be no sadness of farewell,
When I embark;

For though from out our bourne of Time and Place
The flood may bear me far,
I hope to see my Pilot face to face
When I have crossed the bar. (1889)

Safe travels sweet Jack. You'll be missed as much as you were loved.