GA 10/17, Good Bye, Sweet Susie

[Summer and Susie (GA)]

I thought the waiting was the hardest part.

I was wrong.

The hardest part is that gut-wrenching realization that you are never going to see your precious cat again and that, somehow, I betrayed her trust.

Her passing was very peaceful. She had no fight in her. It is a true blessing that we can assist our pets when their time comes. It should be the same with people.

There are far too many folks on this forum for me to thank individually. You know who you are. You are the ones that always offered advice, support and encouragement. I hope to someday return to this site and offer support wherever it is needed. For now, I just need to heal.

When the time is right, I will once again go to my local shelter and find a loving and lonely kitty to bring home. I've learned some valuable lessons here that I hope the next time around will make me a better mother.

 

[Bama Kitty Mom (GA)]

I thought the waiting was the hardest part.

I was wrong.

The hardest part is that gut-wrenching realization that you are never going to see your precious cat again and that, somehow, I betrayed her trust.

Her passing was very peaceful. She had no fight in her. It is a true blessing that we can assist our pets when their time comes. It should be the same with people.

There are far too many folks on this forum for me to thank individually. You know who you are. You are the ones that always offered advice, support and encouragement. I hope to someday return to this site and offer support wherever it is needed. For now, I just need to heal.

When the time is right, I will once again go to my local shelter and find a loving and lonely kitty to bring home. I've learned some valuable lessons here that I hope the next time around will make me a better mother.

I am so sorry, Summer. I will hold Bama close to me now while I can and remember that you, too, once held a warm, furry, purring bundle in your arms. The absence creates a hole almost bigger than the space she once occupied.

 

[Summer and Susie (GA)]

 

[tiffmaxee]

I’m so sorry Summer. Be kind to yourself.

 

[Our Dolly Girl (GA)]

Dear sweet Summer I am so deeply saddened for the loss of beautiful Susie. As you know you are in my heart and in my prayers. You made the final sacrifice and set Susie free to fly high and be free of pain and suffering.

 

[Hshray]

I’m so sorry for your loss. Thinking of you

 

[Librarianista]

Susie was in the best hands - one who loved her to and through the very end.

I’m glad she had peace. I hope it comes to you as well.

 

[Jessica A]

I’m so so sorry Summer.

A friend sent this poem to me when I lost my first cat, JJ. It helped bring me some comfort — I hope it can bring you some comfort as well.

Her Journey’s Just Begun.

Don’t think of her as gone away –
her journey’s just begun,
life holds so many facets –
this earth is only one.

Just think of her as resting
from the sorrows and the tears
in a place of warmth and comfort
where there are no days and years.

Think how she must be wishing
that we could know today
how nothing but our sadness
can really pass away.

And think of her as living
In the hearts of those she touched
For nothing loved is ever lost –
And she was loved so much.

Ellen Brenneman


Rest In Peace beautiful Susie

 

[Summer and Susie (GA)]

I am so sorry, Summer. I will hold Bama close to me now while I can and remember that you, too, once held a warm, furry, purring bundle in your arms. The absence creates a hole almost bigger than the space she once occupied.

Do hold your Bama close. You never know how much time you have with them.

 

[Summer and Susie (GA)]

I’m so so sorry Summer.

A friend sent this poem to me when I lost my first cat, JJ. It helped bring me some comfort — I hope it can bring you some comfort as well.

Her Journey’s Just Begun.

Don’t think of her as gone away –
her journey’s just begun,
life holds so many facets –
this earth is only one.

Just think of her as resting
from the sorrows and the tears
in a place of warmth and comfort
where there are no days and years.

Think how she must be wishing
that we could know today
how nothing but our sadness
can really pass away.

And think of her as living
In the hearts of those she touched
For nothing loved is ever lost –
And she was loved so much.

Ellen Brenneman


Rest In Peace beautiful Susie

Beautiful, Jessica. Thank you so much for sending this to me. I have hope that I will see her again someday - God willing.

 

[Suzanne & Darcy]

You know that I am grieving with you, Summer.

 

[Diane Tyler's Mom GA]

I am so so sorry Summer, Susie is no longer suffering, you did everything you could for her and she knows that. You were an amazing mama. Don't ever doubt that.
Fly High Sweet Susie, you were truly loved and will be missed. ♥♥

 

[Cindy loves Tansi]

I thought the waiting was the hardest part.

I was wrong.

The hardest part is that gut-wrenching realization that you are never going to see your precious cat again and that, somehow, I betrayed her trust.

Her passing was very peaceful. She had no fight in her. It is a true blessing that we can assist our pets when their time comes. It should be the same with people.

There are far too many folks on this forum for me to thank individually. You know who you are. You are the ones that always offered advice, support and encouragement. I hope to someday return to this site and offer support wherever it is needed. For now, I just need to heal.

When the time is right, I will once again go to my local shelter and find a loving and lonely kitty to bring home. I've learned some valuable lessons here that I hope the next time around will make me a better mother.

Oh no, I am so terribly awfully sorry. Please accept my heartfelt condolences and blessings. If love could have cured her, she would have lived forever. Take good care ❤

 

[Katherine&Ruby]

Fly free, sweet Susie. You were very much loved.

Take care of yourself, Summer.

 

[Holly and Sunny Bear]

Rest in sweet peace Susie
Summer you will see her again one day and it will be the sweetest reunion.

 

[Ti-Mousse (GA) Pepe (GA)]

Summer, I'm so sorry for you ! It's so hard when they go, they take part of our life with them. Always think that Susie could not have had a better mom. You gave her a beautiful life full of love.
Susie will always be with you! Rest in peace sweet little girl!

 

[Marje and Gracie]

(((Summer)))
I am so very sorry and you have my deepest condolences. As hard as it is, the sacrifice you made today was the best act of love you could give Susie.

Fly free, Susie

A Rainbow Path

© 2004 (by Carol Notermann)

I could hear you say my name, in your very gentle way.
You told me that it was all right, I didn’t have to stay.
I was getting very tired, and the pain was leaving too
I closed my eyes a second, and a field came into view.

I still could hear you talking, but you seemed quite far away
Though I longed to be beside you, I just couldn’t seem to stay
For one moment I was with you, and the next I’m running free
I turned my head and there were others, running next to me.

We ran together through the field, and birdies filled the sky.
We chased and played together, then I turned and wondered why?
Why were you not behind me? I wondered where you went.
Then someone was beside me, and He had a lovely scent.

He petted me and told me that I simply had to wait.
That before I ‘d time to miss you, you’d be coming through the gate.
He said that very loyal pets, were granted special space
To wait for those who loved them, to see again their face.

So please, know I am waiting with dogs and cats, and many more
For the day that I can see again the face that I adore.
It’s really such a lovely place, there’s no sickness and no pain.
I’ll be so very filled with joy when I see you once again.

Thank you for setting me free.

 

[Summer and Susie (GA)]

Oh no, I am so terribly awfully sorry. Please accept my heartfelt condolences and blessings. If love could have cured her, she would have lived forever. Take good care ❤

Thank you, Cindy. It is interesting that you said "If love could have cured her, she would have lived forever." That is on my Katie's memorial stone. She was a beloved lab that I had for years and had to put down in 2018. I wish you only the best with your Tansi. Hold her tight and don't let go.

 

[Sue and Luci]

Oh Summer, I'm so very saddened to read this. My heart is breaking for you ... we all feel terrible when one of ours leaves us to cross over.

May you fly free sweet Susie - go chase those butterflies now, no more pain, no more tests...

Summer, you will always have a place in your heart for your sweet girl. Know that I am sending you many hugs this evening.

 

[Cindy loves Tansi]

Thank you, Cindy. It is interesting that you said "If love could have cured her, she would have lived forever." That is on my Katie's memorial stone. She was a beloved lab that I had for years and had to put down in 2018. I wish you only the best with your Tansi. Hold her tight and don't let go.

Oh how touching.
Yes I will hold tight ❤

 

[Ti-Mousse (GA) Pepe (GA)]

(((Summer)))
I am so very sorry and you have my deepest condolences. As hard as it is, the sacrifice you made today was the best act of love you could give Susie.

Fly free, Susie

A Rainbow Path

© 2004 (by Carol Notermann)

I could hear you say my name, in your very gentle way.
You told me that it was all right, I didn’t have to stay.
I was getting very tired, and the pain was leaving too
I closed my eyes a second, and a field came into view.

I still could hear you talking, but you seemed quite far away
Though I longed to be beside you, I just couldn’t seem to stay
For one moment I was with you, and the next I’m running free
I turned my head and there were others, running next to me.

We ran together through the field, and birdies filled the sky.
We chased and played together, then I turned and wondered why?
Why were you not behind me? I wondered where you went.
Then someone was beside me, and He had a lovely scent.

He petted me and told me that I simply had to wait.
That before I ‘d time to miss you, you’d be coming through the gate.
He said that very loyal pets, were granted special space
To wait for those who loved them, to see again their face.

So please, know I am waiting with dogs and cats, and many more
For the day that I can see again the face that I adore.
It’s really such a lovely place, there’s no sickness and no pain.
I’ll be so very filled with joy when I see you once again.

Thank you for setting me free.

@Marje and Gracie What a beautiful poem ! Something to keep in case one day we need to read it again... !!! Thanks for sharing!

 

[FrostD]

Summer, I've been mulling over what to say all evening, but the truth is there's nothing to say that even remotely takes away the heartache. You did the best you could for her, fought for her, pulled long nights for her, argued with vets for her. She knows she was loved, do not let the past few days/weeks become your dominant memories. There was a whole lifetime of live and care, do not lose that perspective

Fly free sweet Susie, your momma and internet aunties (and uncles!) love you

 

[carfurby (GA)]

I'm so sorry Summer. You did the loving thing in letting her go. Fly free sweet Susie. Sending prayers.

 

[Jodey&Eddie&Blue]

I am so very sorry, Summer, for your loss. I'm new to this group, but not to loss, so I'm sending all good thoughts to you in this hour. Godspeed, Susie. You've clearly been loved.

 

[JaxBenji]

So very sorry it was Susie’s time. Hope you can give yourself grace - Susie was fiercely loved. Fly high, Susie

 

[Lisa & Oberon]

I'm so sorry to hear this. Letting go is so hard, even when it's the right thing to do. Rest easy, Susie.

 

[smorgasbord]

I'm sorry this had to happen. Think of all the good times, and take care of yourself Summer.

 

[Bron and Sheba (GA)]

I am so sorry Summer it was Susies time to leave.
Fly free sweet girl

 

[Zelda & Walter]

I thought the waiting was the hardest part.

I was wrong.

The hardest part is that gut-wrenching realization that you are never going to see your precious cat again and that, somehow, I betrayed her trust.

Her passing was very peaceful. She had no fight in her. It is a true blessing that we can assist our pets when their time comes. It should be the same with people.

There are far too many folks on this forum for me to thank individually. You know who you are. You are the ones that always offered advice, support and encouragement. I hope to someday return to this site and offer support wherever it is needed. For now, I just need to heal.

When the time is right, I will once again go to my local shelter and find a loving and lonely kitty to bring home. I've learned some valuable lessons here that I hope the next time around will make me a better mother.

Dear Summer— i’m so very sorry to hear this. You’re in my thoughts. Be kind to yourself.

 

[Summer and Susie (GA)]

I’m so sorry Summer. Be kind to yourself.

Thank you, Elise. I appreciate all your support and encouragement to remain in the forum.

 

[Summer and Susie (GA)]

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Dear sweet Summer I am so deeply saddened for the loss of beautiful Susie. As you know you are in my heart and in my prayers. You made the final sacrifice and set Susie free to fly high and be free of pain and suffering.

Thank you, dear friend. I hope life treats you and your family kindly. You have a sweet soul and deserve the best.

 

[Summer and Susie (GA)]

I’m so sorry for your loss. Thinking of you

Thank you, Hilary. Take good care of your George.

 

[Summer and Susie (GA)]

Susie was in the best hands - one who loved her to and through the very end.

I’m glad she had peace. I hope it comes to you as well.

Thanks, Alex and Shane. Your Chloe is doing so well. Prayers for remission for your girl.

 

[Summer and Susie (GA)]

You know that I am grieving with you, Summer.

I know you are grieving with me. Just as I grieved with you when you lost your beloved Darcy. Take care, my friend, and thanks for walking with me on this journey. You were one of the first.

 

[Summer and Susie (GA)]

I am so so sorry Summer, Susie is no longer suffering, you did everything you could for her and she knows that. You were an amazing mama. Don't ever doubt that.
Fly High Sweet Susie, you were truly loved and will be missed. ♥♥

Diane, what can I say to you that is deserving enough? You have always understood what I was going through. You have been my soul sister. Stay your feisty, tough, Italian self. Prayers for a cure for your Ashley.

 

[Summer and Susie (GA)]

Fly free, sweet Susie. You were very much loved.

Take care of yourself, Summer.

I appreciate all your support and advice. Prayers for your Ruby in her own battle. May she always have the very best doctors.

 

[Summer and Susie (GA)]

Oh Summer, I'm so very saddened to read this. My heart is breaking for you ... we all feel terrible when one of ours leaves us to cross over.

May you fly free sweet Susie - go chase those butterflies now, no more pain, no more tests...

Summer, you will always have a place in your heart for your sweet girl. Know that I am sending you many hugs this evening.

Thank you, Sue. I have enjoyed getting to know you. Enjoy your days in Florida and take good care of your Luci.

 

[Summer and Susie (GA)]

Rest in sweet peace Susie
Summer you will see her again one day and it will be the sweetest reunion.

Thank you, Holly. I am praying that God will bring us together again someday.

 

[Summer and Susie (GA)]

Summer, I'm so sorry for you ! It's so hard when they go, they take part of our life with them. Always think that Susie could not have had a better mom. You gave her a beautiful life full of love.
Susie will always be with you! Rest in peace sweet little girl!

Thank you, Lyane. Hold your Ti close to you.

 

[Summer and Susie (GA)]

(((Summer)))
I am so very sorry and you have my deepest condolences. As hard as it is, the sacrifice you made today was the best act of love you could give Susie.

Fly free, Susie

A Rainbow Path

© 2004 (by Carol Notermann)

I could hear you say my name, in your very gentle way.
You told me that it was all right, I didn’t have to stay.
I was getting very tired, and the pain was leaving too
I closed my eyes a second, and a field came into view.

I still could hear you talking, but you seemed quite far away
Though I longed to be beside you, I just couldn’t seem to stay
For one moment I was with you, and the next I’m running free
I turned my head and there were others, running next to me.

We ran together through the field, and birdies filled the sky.
We chased and played together, then I turned and wondered why?
Why were you not behind me? I wondered where you went.
Then someone was beside me, and He had a lovely scent.

He petted me and told me that I simply had to wait.
That before I ‘d time to miss you, you’d be coming through the gate.
He said that very loyal pets, were granted special space
To wait for those who loved them, to see again their face.

So please, know I am waiting with dogs and cats, and many more
For the day that I can see again the face that I adore.
It’s really such a lovely place, there’s no sickness and no pain.
I’ll be so very filled with joy when I see you once again.

Thank you for setting me free.

What a lovely poem. It brought tears to my eyes. I do pray that I will see her again - God willing.

My dearest Marje. You were with me from the get-go. I wasn't always kind to you and for that I apologize. When I was upset and angry, and wanted to leave the forum, you did your best to calm me down and encourage me to stay. Thank you for all your advice - especially on the lighted magnifying glass and light box. I don't know what I would have done without them. I hope you will continue to enjoy your time traveling but please never leave this site. So many folks have and will benefit from your knowledge and the compassion you show as a moderator. God bless. I hope your Gracie and my Susie are running through the fields together.

 

[Summer and Susie (GA)]

Summer, I've been mulling over what to say all evening, but the truth is there's nothing to say that even remotely takes away the heartache. You did the best you could for her, fought for her, pulled long nights for her, argued with vets for her. She knows she was loved, do not let the past few days/weeks become your dominant memories. There was a whole lifetime of live and care, do not lose that perspective

Fly free sweet Susie, your momma and internet aunties (and uncles!) love you

Thank you, Melissa. You and Mr. Kitty were always an inspiration to me. I was hoping my Susie would have a miracle like Mr. Kitty going into remission. You are very fortunate. You have had a whole lot of struggles, too. I hope your path, and Mr. Kitty's path, clears and you and your family enjoy a happy, healthy life.

 

[Sue and Luci]

Thank you, Sue. I have enjoyed getting to know you. Enjoy your days in Florida and take good care of your Luci.

Same to you Summer! Please don't be a stranger to the forum - we'll be around - although maybe not as much as we used to be - stop in and visit now and then - we'll be thinking of you

 

[Summer and Susie (GA)]

I'm so sorry Summer. You did the loving thing in letting her go. Fly free sweet Susie. Sending prayers.

Sweet Carla - you were always with me. I think I had more visits from you than anyone else on the site. You were never critical. Just offered your sage advice and encouragement. You are a true friend to everyone here. Keep touching base with folks that don't get many (or any) posts. They are the ones that need it the most. Knowing that someone is there with you is so important.

 

[Summer and Susie (GA)]

(((Summer)))
I am so very sorry and you have my deepest condolences. As hard as it is, the sacrifice you made today was the best act of love you could give Susie.

Fly free, Susie

A Rainbow Path

© 2004 (by Carol Notermann)

I could hear you say my name, in your very gentle way.
You told me that it was all right, I didn’t have to stay.
I was getting very tired, and the pain was leaving too
I closed my eyes a second, and a field came into view.

I still could hear you talking, but you seemed quite far away
Though I longed to be beside you, I just couldn’t seem to stay
For one moment I was with you, and the next I’m running free
I turned my head and there were others, running next to me.

We ran together through the field, and birdies filled the sky.
We chased and played together, then I turned and wondered why?
Why were you not behind me? I wondered where you went.
Then someone was beside me, and He had a lovely scent.

He petted me and told me that I simply had to wait.
That before I ‘d time to miss you, you’d be coming through the gate.
He said that very loyal pets, were granted special space
To wait for those who loved them, to see again their face.

So please, know I am waiting with dogs and cats, and many more
For the day that I can see again the face that I adore.
It’s really such a lovely place, there’s no sickness and no pain.
I’ll be so very filled with joy when I see you once again.

Thank you for setting me free.

By the way, I have printed and saved your lovely poem. Thank you.

 

[Summer and Susie (GA)]

I am so very sorry, Summer, for your loss. I'm new to this group, but not to loss, so I'm sending all good thoughts to you in this hour. Godspeed, Susie. You've clearly been loved.

Thank you so much, Jodey. You will make wonderful friends on this site and receive valuable advice for your kitty. I hope Eddie does well in the future and someday becomes regulated or reaches remission. Take care and many prayers for your kitty going forward.

 

[Summer and Susie (GA)]

So very sorry it was Susie’s time. Hope you can give yourself grace - Susie was fiercely loved. Fly high, Susie

Thank you, Susanne. You have provided me with wonderful advice. I know you know the heartache. You and I both lost our kitties this year. I hope you have found some peace with Jax's passing.

 

[Summer and Susie (GA)]

I'm so sorry to hear this. Letting go is so hard, even when it's the right thing to do. Rest easy, Susie.

Thank you, Lisa. I wish only the best for you and your Oberon. This is a tough journey for anyone but our kitties are so worth it.

 

[Summer and Susie (GA)]

I'm sorry this had to happen. Think of all the good times, and take care of yourself Summer.

Thanks, Joey. Praying for your Templeton.

 

[Summer and Susie (GA)]

I am so sorry Summer it was Susies time to leave.
Fly free sweet girl

Thank you, Bron, and thank you for all your do on this site. We are all so fortunate to have your wonderful advice.

 

[Summer and Susie (GA)]

Dear Summer— i’m so very sorry to hear this. You’re in my thoughts. Be kind to yourself.

Thank you, Zelda. Many good wishes for your Walter going forward. I have so much respect for folks like you that hang in there year after year. You are the true warriors and your Walter is very, very fortunate to have you.