Linda and Bear Man
Member Since 2009
One year ago, on a warm and sunny fall day like today, Bear Man passed away. Though he had been sick for a long time, his last day was filled with his favourite things: a sunbeam, a breeze, some Temptations treats, and cuddles with his beloved Teddy. I will always be grateful for the memories of a comfortable passing.
I have linked some of Bear Man's last condo's below. Most precious to me is the last full moon party with Pat + Raja + Shadow. How Bear Man loved to attend those parties! I would like to post an excerpt (by Pat) here:
They all hurried along in the dark night, commenting on how beautiful the stars looked in the night sky. There was no moon to light their path tonight. But Mannie lead the way as all the kitties with their goodies in their arms in a huge procession, made their way to Bear Man's house. Teddy greeted them all at the door and welcomed them inside. Shadow had Bear's stool with the wheels and went with Teddy into the bedroom as the others set up the bar and quickly got the soup and all the goodies arranged on the table.
I watched from the window outside as they all gathered to await Bear Man's arrival into the room. They gasped at the sight of his frailness but he was laughing his good old laugh...waving to all the kitties as Shadow wheeled him into the room. A cheer burst forth from all their lips and there was a great thunder of applause as they rushed over to hug and kiss him!! The kitties began to cry with deep emotion as he settled them down. His voice was much weaker than Raja remembered as he began to slowly talk of the New Moon to them all.
Bear Man thanked them all for coming to him tonight. He told them that he has been feeling weak but that he still wanted to be with them on this special New Moon night. He talked as always about those who have gone ahead and how their memories linger on. Everyone bowed their heads, thinking of their dear friends. Then Bear Man began to speak of this night. When the Moon is new, he said, the Sun and Moon are aligned in the same sign, and a powerful energy portal is opened. New Moons are a great time to set intentions for things you'd like to create, develop, cultivate, make manifest. There are many ways to initiate this communion with the Universe from lighting a candle to elaborate rituals. What matters is that you're committing yourself to your vision, and open to receiving guidance, healing, support from Spirit. They always learn so much from their Bear Man! At his suggestion, they all lit the candles that they brought. They all took a few moments to contemplate what he had said....
Then, they all began to sing a most haunting and beautiful song....one I had never heard before. They swayed with each other to the rhythm as if in a lovely trance that lasted for so long. Then Bear Man said he would like to rest for awhile and all the kitties helped him get comfortable. They began to kiss his hands and fuss over him....each one so happy to be in his company. He cheered with vigor when he heard that Muffin ate her canned food and gave her a special kiss!
They all gathered around him, touching his shoulders in the biggest group hug I have ever witnessed from them all. Their love for him and the energy they shared with him were almost tangible things. It was beautiful and wonderful to experience. As they settled down with their soup and chatter, I turned to leave them, tears streaming down my face. The beauty of their love for one another leaves me speechless. I know they are worried about him...now they are all hiding their tears. I think he is hiding his too. But this was a good thing...even though he is not up to partying as always, the comfort that they all bring to each other is what is important. Happy New Moon Beautiful Ones.....
Bear Man's last full moon party - http://www.felinediabetes.com/FDMB/viewtopic.php?f=9&t=26852
GA condo - http://www.felinediabetes.com/FDMB/viewtopic.php?f=9&t=26934
The last Old Timer condo: http://www.felinediabetes.com/FDMB/viewtopic.php?f=9&t=27014
Bear Man's GA tribute video and Bear Man's garden video are linked in my signature.
I find that as time passes, I remember less and less about his illnesses and pain, and more about his gentleness, his dignity, and his sweet spirit. I have once again been able to enjoy looking at his photos and videos. On this Canadian Thanksgiving weekend, I would like to celebrate and give thanks for his life, for his friends here in LL, and for the fond memories of those who are with him at the Bridge.
A Bear Man condo would not be complete without photos. These two are previews of photos which will be appearing in the Acro Calendar and in the FDMB calendar.
I have linked some of Bear Man's last condo's below. Most precious to me is the last full moon party with Pat + Raja + Shadow. How Bear Man loved to attend those parties! I would like to post an excerpt (by Pat) here:
They all hurried along in the dark night, commenting on how beautiful the stars looked in the night sky. There was no moon to light their path tonight. But Mannie lead the way as all the kitties with their goodies in their arms in a huge procession, made their way to Bear Man's house. Teddy greeted them all at the door and welcomed them inside. Shadow had Bear's stool with the wheels and went with Teddy into the bedroom as the others set up the bar and quickly got the soup and all the goodies arranged on the table.
I watched from the window outside as they all gathered to await Bear Man's arrival into the room. They gasped at the sight of his frailness but he was laughing his good old laugh...waving to all the kitties as Shadow wheeled him into the room. A cheer burst forth from all their lips and there was a great thunder of applause as they rushed over to hug and kiss him!! The kitties began to cry with deep emotion as he settled them down. His voice was much weaker than Raja remembered as he began to slowly talk of the New Moon to them all.
Bear Man thanked them all for coming to him tonight. He told them that he has been feeling weak but that he still wanted to be with them on this special New Moon night. He talked as always about those who have gone ahead and how their memories linger on. Everyone bowed their heads, thinking of their dear friends. Then Bear Man began to speak of this night. When the Moon is new, he said, the Sun and Moon are aligned in the same sign, and a powerful energy portal is opened. New Moons are a great time to set intentions for things you'd like to create, develop, cultivate, make manifest. There are many ways to initiate this communion with the Universe from lighting a candle to elaborate rituals. What matters is that you're committing yourself to your vision, and open to receiving guidance, healing, support from Spirit. They always learn so much from their Bear Man! At his suggestion, they all lit the candles that they brought. They all took a few moments to contemplate what he had said....
Then, they all began to sing a most haunting and beautiful song....one I had never heard before. They swayed with each other to the rhythm as if in a lovely trance that lasted for so long. Then Bear Man said he would like to rest for awhile and all the kitties helped him get comfortable. They began to kiss his hands and fuss over him....each one so happy to be in his company. He cheered with vigor when he heard that Muffin ate her canned food and gave her a special kiss!
They all gathered around him, touching his shoulders in the biggest group hug I have ever witnessed from them all. Their love for him and the energy they shared with him were almost tangible things. It was beautiful and wonderful to experience. As they settled down with their soup and chatter, I turned to leave them, tears streaming down my face. The beauty of their love for one another leaves me speechless. I know they are worried about him...now they are all hiding their tears. I think he is hiding his too. But this was a good thing...even though he is not up to partying as always, the comfort that they all bring to each other is what is important. Happy New Moon Beautiful Ones.....
Bear Man's last full moon party - http://www.felinediabetes.com/FDMB/viewtopic.php?f=9&t=26852
GA condo - http://www.felinediabetes.com/FDMB/viewtopic.php?f=9&t=26934
The last Old Timer condo: http://www.felinediabetes.com/FDMB/viewtopic.php?f=9&t=27014
Bear Man's GA tribute video and Bear Man's garden video are linked in my signature.
I find that as time passes, I remember less and less about his illnesses and pain, and more about his gentleness, his dignity, and his sweet spirit. I have once again been able to enjoy looking at his photos and videos. On this Canadian Thanksgiving weekend, I would like to celebrate and give thanks for his life, for his friends here in LL, and for the fond memories of those who are with him at the Bridge.
A Bear Man condo would not be complete without photos. These two are previews of photos which will be appearing in the Acro Calendar and in the FDMB calendar.
