2/17 Moonie 1996-2013 the post I hoped I'd never write

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Roni and Moonie

Roni and Moonie

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To my dear sweet kind Lantus Land family~~Every time someone posted that their kitty had gone to the Bridge, I would cry buckets and feel terrible for days, and prayed it would not be me. But On this Valentines Day, we gave Moonie the Ultimate act of Love, we let her go to a better place where there was no pain, only joy and peace. So, here it is, it is me,,,Moonie's body failed her, no matter what we did for her, and believe me we did everything we possibly could--But the last week, the look in her eyes changed, & she seemed to be pleading to be set free...Our hearts are shattered,my Baby & best friend is gone.
But What a WONDERFUL LIFE we had together!!! Moonie & Copper(her GA brother) were our first cats, who were the most fun and taught us so much--We were BLESSED by them!

On 2/22/13 Moonie would have celebrated her 5th Year here on FDMB- Just want the New People here to know, a Cat Can be successfully Regulated & maintained with a reasonably healthy life as a Feline Diabetic.. Not every cat goes OTJ! But that is OK, just look at the great life Moonie had! She wasnt easy, we had to Urine Test her the first 9 months as she would go absolutely go Wild when we would try to bg test her..She had had the ability to slip herself under furniture & into corners that no other being could!!! So with the help of Jill & Jojo, she was successfully tested that way--Then another member came to my house & showed me how to bg test her, & that was the beginning and became part of our lives..
Moonie was Strong, Sweet hearted, oh so funny,beautiful, loving, stubborn, Smart a a whip, friendly, Princess Royal, with a heart of Gold, and a stong Spirit that made her so unique..Her big green eyes had the knowledge of the ages in them, and those were the eyes I saw peeking out at me when we found her & her copper eyed brother Copper, in the bushes behind our house..That Day changed our lives, and I always say they were a Birthday gift from my Mother who had passed years before.

We have had the good fortune to have met the MOST WONDERFUL PEOPLE HERE!! You have been my Lifeline, My medical teachers, my darling friends, my confidants, my everything for 5 yrs...I have never met kinder, more giving loving follks ANYWHERE!! I absolutely adore each & every one of you & always will.

When the Hurricane Sandy stucke & took everything we had, YOU WERE THERE FOR US!!! Helping us financially, emotionally, & spiritually, always supporting us!! We had to evacuate & went to a motel, where we stayed for 23 days--Moonie first started being sick in that motel, a while after we were there--She went to the ER & they told us there was an intestinal tumor, which probably did cause her decline..
Still, we got an apartment, which she, after weeks, finally had settled into, yet her health kept getting worse..Then when there was nothing else we could do for her, & I saw her tell me to, we let her go!

The Hurricane took everything we had from our previous life, and now it has taken Moonie too...
She is in our Hearts, she is always on our minds, she was a shining example of courage and strength & Love, and for that we Celebrate Her Life--
To you people here, We could Never Thank you Enough for all you have done for us-
And I Hope We have halped you as well--I will be visiting when I can, but for now, I need to live with this grief--All I can say is Thank You from Brad & I and Moonie--You are forvevr in our hearts. Hugs & Love from us!!
 
(((((Roni)))) We've been thinking of you and how fortunate we are to know you and everyone else here. Moonie and Cooper had great lives with you, such lucky kitties. It is so hard to let them go when their bodies wear out. You did the very best for your sweet Moonie, in all ways.
Liz
 
Roni and Brad,
My heartfelt condolences on your loss of Moonie :sad:

you know my heart is heavy and I'm at a loss for words....

know I think of you often and keep you in my prayers for I know all too well how you are feeling....sadly it is the price we pay for loving them so much but we wouldn't do it any other way....for the love they gave us IS immeasurable :cry: :cry: :cry: :cry: :cry:
 
Roni/Brad,
I hoped you'd never have to write this post also - I hoped I'd never have to READ it but, alas, we all know that someday, it comes. The hole they leave in our lives and hearts is HUGE but keep throwing in those WONDERFUL memories, the tears, the thoughts, the dances, the celebrations - each one makes that hole a little more shallow. There comes a time that hole is full again - sadness will still come at unexpected moments but they won't hurt as much. You are already throwing those things in that hole.

Today I DANCE in celebration that you were given such a gift on soft fuzzy feet - and I also DANCE because both Copper and Moonie gave you and Brad such a beautiful gift of their love. Throw my DANCE in there too - doesn't matter just where the 'stuff' comes from, it still helps fill the hole.

BIG HUGE LOOOOOONG HUG to all of you - they never really leave, we just have to hug them differently.
 
(((Roni))) I haven't been able to stop thinking about you since Moonie crossed the Bridge. I think, too, Moonie and Copper were Gifts from your Mom the way they were waiting to be found in the bushes by you. I think we all felt Moonie was failing this last week from your condos, but it was just so hard to imagine life here without her. She's still all around you and I'm betting she starts showing you signs. All my love and prayers go out to you and DH.
 
(((Roni & Brad))) I am so so sorry you had to write this, but despite how difficult it is, what a beautiful post and a lovely tribute to Moonie's life. Although I know your hearts are shattered, and you are going thru unbelievable grief, what shines thru in this post is your love for Moonie, and your celebration of her life. What a wonderful positive outlook. My heart is broken along with yours - Moonie truly was an icon here in LL! We will all miss her. She and Copper will never be far, and I hope they visit you often.
 
((hugs)) You guys have not left my mind since I saw moonie's rainbow ... Moonie was such a special girl, to all of us here .. we will all miss her .. Keeping you guys in my prayers ...
 
((Dearest Roni))
Such beautiful words in honor of Moonie.
You have been so strong for her, caring for her ~ now let her sweet memories hold and comfort you and Brad during this sad time.
She will always be in your heart, and in ours.

I wish you and Brad continued healing, in heart and home.

Hugs,
Josie
 
So, sorry you lost your special girl. I remember you and Moonie, I was on the board with Cecil (GA) when you were here. So many have been lost over the years, it's hard to read the stories. :sad: Thinking of you and Brad today. :YMHUG:

Sandy - Dottie, Tilly, Jeter and Bubba!
 
((((Roni & Brad))) Funny how one thing- diabetes- can lead to such a blessing isn't it. You guys were one of the first folks Spot and I met on FDMB...Spot was dx'd five years ago in August. We are all grieving right along with you so you know you are not alone. You will never be alone. Moonie and Copper will be with you forever, in your hearts and in your memories. Moonie and Copper knew love....they were so very lucky to have found you!
 
(((Roni and Brad)))) my heart is pouring over with love and sadness for you both. As I posted in your previous condo Scrabble was there to guide Moonie to the bridge. I am so glad and comforted to know that they are there together. I know the horrible feelings you are going through as I am going through the same. I am just taking one day at a time and trying to get through. Thanks for always being a wonderful friend and cheerleader. Moonie had a very loving home and beans and I am sure she is grateful for the gift you gave her. Please take care of yourself and know I am here for you. Fly free sweet Moonie! Scrabble and Moonie were the same age, very ironic. Big hugs and prayers to you guys!!!
 
Roni and Brad I'm still praying for you and have been since I first saw that you had to let Moonie go. You gave her the greatest gift of love. It's so hard to lose one of our furbabies, be we always have them with us, just in a different way.
 
(((((((((((((Roni and Brad))))))))))) You have been through so much, but have never faltered in you love for Moonie. Even to giving her that last most difficult gift, release form her pain and illness. Moonie and Copper will continue to peek out at you, but from the Bridge now instead of the bushes. You are always in our hearts and will always be our dearest friend.
 
(((Roni and Brad))) Although I didn't get to know you or Moonie well, I can sense what a special cat she is, and I join the community and you in mourning her loss. I'm so,so, sorry. I followed your last few condos closely and said a little prayer every night for her, and pray now that she is at peace and enjoying her new wings. May your love and memories of her bring you and yours comfort in this difficult time.
 
sorry for your loss dear, we didn't have the time to say hi during Moonies life but here I am, she was a special girl and now she's an angel that will be around you..I'm sure one day we will all meet our love ones ..so until you meet again
 
((((Roni and Brad))))

Thank you for always being here for so many of us.
Thank you for your cheerful and encouraging nature.

Thank you for making me smile with your funny posts.
Thank you for letting me dress up Moonie so many times.

Thank you for loving all our kitties so sweetly.
Thank you for laughing when we laugh.

Thank you for crying when we cry.

And...
Thank you for loving Moonie and Copper with a love that is infinite.
Your love touches us all.

We are grieving with you. I hope you can feel our arms surround you with warm hugs.

Love,
Carolyn
 
Dearest Roni. You and Moonie were one of the first people to welcome me to LL. I cherish your friendship
I grieve your loss . You have given Moonie, the ultimate gift of love, by freeing her from pain and suffering.
Someday, you will see her come running to you, and fly up into your arms, and you'll cross that bridge into Paradise together,
wings_cat
Take care of yourself and Brad.
I send love and hugs, Roni
Barb
 
(((Roni))) -- I think all of us grieve this loss with you. You and Moonie are very special. You were one of the first people that helped me and Mannie when we first came to LL. I will never forget all that you did for us, for all of LL. I too grieve for the loss, will miss you guys terribly. I know that the gift you gave her was the kindest one any of us can do for our furkids. Somehow they always let us know when it is time, give us the strength to let them go. May there me comfort for you knowing that she and Cooper are reunited, pain and suffering free. She will always be with you, tucked away in that special corner of your heart. Fly free Moonie - we all miss you.
 
(((Roni & Brad)))

What a beautiful tribute to Miss Moonie. Our hearts ache for you & Brad,
but also rejoice at the wonderful time you had with her. :YMHUG:

Bruce & Beverley
 
((((Roni and Brad))))

Gosh, my friend....I do not even know what to say but Carolyn said it best and I would echo her words. I know you still grieve heavily for Copper and I was so hopeful that Moonie would live to be 25 and you and Brad would not have to face this now. We all wanted Moonie to be able to move back into her house. And she will....just not in her physical form.

You are so loved here in LL, Roni, just as Moonie is and always will be. You give so much of yourself and when we were new, you helped Mike and me immensely with your love, your humor, your optimism. Thank you for sharing your heart and soul with all of us and thank you for sharing your beautiful, beautiful Moonie. Thank you for taking the time to tell us of your first days with her and your last. It is something we will all cherish that you trust us with those memories.

We know being here now is difficult for you but hope in time, that you will come back to your LL family who loves you so because your heart is so big and your love so strong that you can honor Moonie by continuing to help others who are where you once were with FD.

Moonie's life was very long and very rich. She is loved beyond imagination. We all celebrate Moonie.
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My dearest Roni, Brad and Sabrina,
Even through what must be the most terrible of days, you see the shining star.
She was a shining example of courage and strength & Love, and for that we Celebrate Her Life-
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Moonie taught us all that life is to be lived with courage to face whatever comes , strength to handle whatever is given to us and love to the very last fiber of our being. I will never forget your most precious Moonie or you. I hope to be able to live up to the shining example you both have shown. I pray that Moonie comes to you soon to tell you she is ok and perfect again.
Fly free and high sweet Moonie, Land softly and play lots
I send you many prayers and hugs and all our love mary and ollie
 
(((Roni and Brad))) I have been thinking of you both and what wonderful beans you were to Moonie and Copper. You gave me hope that my Simon can live well despite diabetes and not going OTJ. Here we are over 2 years later--your support has been so amazing, even giving support to me regarding Cleo, even when Moonie was so sick. What a special person you are. I know you will miss Moonie so much but I know that she and Copper are at the ultimate place of peace and love. Your love will always be with them. Lots of love and hugs to you.
 
Ahhh Roni,
You were there when Boots and I started or around the same time. I am so sorry you are
having to experience so much loss. There are no words. Your post brings tears to my eyes
and I feel but a small fraction of the pain you must feel. I pray you feel comfort and that joy
comes soon back into your life.
in his favour is life: weeping may endure for a night, but joy cometh in the morning.
 
I'm a total newbie but your post was just beautiful. So glad your sugarbaby was so loved and that it was a peaceful crossing..God bless you and your family ((((((hugs))))))
 
I am so so sorry for your loss.

I am sure I am not alone when I say we all felt a strong attachment to Moonie and were rooting for her! I will always remember us begging, wishing and praying for her to poo and being so happy when she did. She was a strong kitty and we will miss her.

And thankyou for the post, I hope it inspires and gives hope to other members!

((hugs))
 
(((Roni and Brad))) I am devastated to see your post. I don't post anymore but I do check on the kitties and especially your Moonie. My heart goes out to you. I am so sorry for all you've gone through. I'm know my Chika and many, many others will be there to meet Moonie at the rainbow bridge.

(((soft landing, Moonie))) wings_cat
 
(((Roni)))
I can't imagine a Lantus land without Moonie. You and she have have always been here as long as I can remember, and Moonie was one of the special Old Timers that I will never forget. You have been a constant inspiration for your optimism and courage during times of unimaginable loss. Even in your beautiful tribute post, you are thinking of others. I truly admire your strength and courage. I have been thinking so much about you, and how you hoped that Moonie would be able to go back to your home with you. I think that her home was always in your heart. She never left it, and she never will. I know that she will be sending you signs that she is safe and happy at the Bridge, surrounded by her many friends and by her brother, Copper. You and Brad are in my thoughts every day. I hope that you take comfort in knowing that Moonie will live on in all of our memories.
 
Dear ((((((Roni & Brad)))))),

Moonie was such a wonderful kitty and her love for you and yours for her just shines through the beautiful words in your moving tribute. You have so many lovely memories of your girl, and your boy, Copper. Just think of how many signs Copper sent you when he went to the Bridge--all those feathers! Soon, perhaps already today, Moonie will send you a sign that she is safe at the Bridge and healthy again. I like to think of her in her beautiful golden wings rehearsing the Bridge Chorus for a grand concert to take place the next time the veil is at it's thinnest.

Roni, you have been such an inspiration to all of us here in Lantus Land. You always had a kind word of encouragement and so much sound advice. Thank you for being you! We wish you and Brad all the best for your move back into your house. Moonie and Copper will be there with you, for they will never leave your hearts.

Much love and BIG HUGS,

In deepest sympathy,

Ella & Edward, Rusty, and Stu
 
What a beautiful, sweet tribute to your beloved Moonie. No matter when we have to let go, it's too soon. Praying your grief will soften in the coming weeks and be replaced with floods of happy memories of time with Moonie.

Prayers and Hugs -

Libby (& Hershey, too!)
 
Roni/Brad,

what a lovely tribute for a very special girl. while you lost many a material thing in the storm, you had Moonie and your love for her and each other and it is that love that matters and will last forever. It is never easy saying goodbye and sadly it is something that we as caretakers must do. We do it out of love, knowing all the while that our hearts are breaking.

In time, you will heal, the pain in your heart will lessen and one day you will see something or think of something that reminds you of Moonie and you will smile and Moonie will be smiling with you.

Fly free sweet girl. You are much loved and will be sorely missed.
 
Oh Roni. I know that Moonie was your shining star and you had such deep love for her. She knew it too. What a wonderful post. You are a dear friend and I wish I could give you a hug and let you know what your friendship has meant to us over the last two years. Please know that you are in our hearts and prayers. Moonie is happy and pain free, running with Cooper and all the others. It is so hard to let them go but you put Moonie before yourself and that is true love. ((((Roni & Brad))))
 
Roni,

I wish I could jump through this screen and give you and Brad a big hug. I want to thank you for being a great friend here on FDMB and to me and Shasta. You and Moonie were always a light in our day; always supportive of everyone here in LL and a favorite condo to drop in on. Shasta and I definitely got good exercise doing all those poo dances for Miss Moonie.

You and Brad were such awesome beans to Moonie and she knew it. Meanwhile, she (and her brother) were pretty smart to adopt you and Brad as their beans...they must have known how much love you guys would be giving them. I'm sorry she has left the physical world, but I pray she continues to watch over you two. Blessings to you and Brad and sweet Moonie's soul. xo
 
What a beautiful tribute to a beautiful spirit. Moonie is, and always will be, greatly loved by all of us. We have cried many tears for her and you, and tonight we celebrate her.

I hope you're able to visit us again here in LL, for you would be greatly missed, but I understand that it is difficult. Our prayers continue for you and Brad, now and always.
 
(((Roni and Brad)))
I'm sorry for your loss of Moonie. I know how much you love her. You were also one of the first people who made 'real' contact with me when I came on the boards almost 4 years ago and I remember so well that it ended up in a discussion of Moonie's name and how you came to call her that. I also understand, as many of us do, the awful gut-wrenching pain you are going through and I will keep a prayer in my heart that the pain will at least lessen shortly. The thing that really strikes me is that my Jackson started really going downhill during Hurricane Sandy also and I can't even stand to hear about that storm anymore.We only lost power for 6 days and didn't go through what you guys did but his heart was bad and he was sooo thin and the cold temperatures(both of my boys' ears were like ice) and the whole thing just got him so stressed out that by the time I was able to get him warm I think it was just too late.. He was gone 6 days later. I can only imagine what you went through and what it did to Monnie who wasn't well to begin with.

She hung on for 3 more months though so I guess she really wanted to try to get better for you and Brad...she loved you so. You guys were the best mom and dad to her that she could have wished for and I'm sure that's what she is telling all of the other GA's now. About the super duper fabulous life she has lived and how she doesn't regret one single second of it, and especially about her mom and dad.

Lots of love and hugs to you along with my deepest sorrow,
xoxo
Caryl


Fly Free Beautiful Moonie Girl wings_cat
"I'll be looking at the moon. but I'll be seeing you"
 
{{{{{{{{{{RONI}}}}}}}}}} I pray that God continues to give you strength with each passing day. You both did everything and anything humanly possible for Moonie, and I know she'll never forget that.
 
I just saw this on the LL fb page. Roni I am so sorry. I will always remember Moonie and will light a candle for her tonight. I know in my heart Moonie was meant to be yours and only yours. Sending you big hugs.
 
Roni, last April when I lost BigMac you wrote this beautiful poem for me and I brought it back here for you. It is so lovely and really helped me during such a difficult time.
Maybe it will help you too?
I wish you peace during this sad time. ♡♡♡

CD and BigMac said:
Roni and Moonie said:
Crying My eyes out again...Such a loving beautiful tribute to a legendary cat like BIG MAC!!!
He had so much happiness in his Life & was such a handsome kitty with the MOST soulful eyes I have ever seen~~He had a momma bean who loved & lived for him, and so many here who admired them both, like me!
Carolyn, It is so hard to go through, but seeing the happy life you gave him must make you feel so much better--

This is for all GA kitties:

  • If I could hold you in my arms forever
    I would never let you go..
    But we will be together again
    And the Happiness will flow.
    For our love transcends,
    All space & time.
    I am so glad, for the years we had,
    I was yours & you were mine.

Thanks Diahann for this beautiful tribute..I just wrote this poem for Carolyn & BigMac
and for all of us!
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Roni, that is SO beautiful! It took me several tries before I could read it all the way through without tears.
I love it so much and you said exactly what I feel. Your words are a perfect expression of love, for BigMac, and for all GA kitties.
I hope it can help soothe the aching hearts of others (including yours) as well as it soothes mine.

I am making an album and will place your poem on the opening page. ((((((((Roni))))))))
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(((Roni and Brad))) Your love for Moonie shines through in the words you write about her. You are an incredible inspiration as a bean in how you cared for her, and in your greatest gift to her at the end. I too remember you stopping by in my early days in LL. I have a soft spot for the black and white kitties and will always remember that sweet face. May your many fond memories of Moonie help to comfort you. More HUGS. :YMHUG:
 
So sorry to see your post about Moonie. My goodness you are the best most caring bean on the planet and Moonie couldn't've done better in parent picking! So sorry it was her time to go. wings_cat
 
((((Roni and Brad))))

I'm so saddened to hear that your sweet darling Moonie has crossed the bridge. I haven't been on the board for quite some time now but I often think of the LL kitties and their super duper caregivers like you! I always loved getting your updates on Moonie. You are always so positive and loving and Moonie was so lucky to have such a powerful force of awesomeness in her life as I know she was to yours.

Thinking of you and sending LOTS of healing vines for your sweet tender heart.

Love,
Tamara & Ella
 
((((Roni, Brad and Moonie))))

I just looked up 'courage' in the dictionary,
and there was a picture of the three of you.
Then I looked up 'love',
and there you all were too.

I am so so sorry Roni, that Moonie had to go...
for your pain of grief and transition...
It is so hard to let go.

Thank heavens though,
that the love between you only changes,
but never, ever ends.

:YMHUG:

We are holding you in our hearts,
sending love and peace, and a little extra courage.

Alexa and Reuben (in Spirit)
 
Oh my heart is shattered. I'm only just seeing this and my heart aches for you. I know how much you love Moonie and I know Moonie loves you in life and beyond.

Eulogy
Look not where I was, for I am not there,
My Spirit is free, I am everywhere.
In the air that you breathe, In the sounds that you hear,
Please don’t cry for me now, my Spirit is near.
I’ll be the one running, new friends by my side.
Smile at my memory, remember in you heart,
this isn’t the end, it’s a brand new start.
I’ll watch for you from the other side,
 
Dear Roni, I had to come out of my lurker status to send you a hug and let you know how sorry I am for the loss of Moonie. I echo what the others have said - you and Moonie truely were a blessing to FDMB.
You said in your post that you thought Moonie may have been a gift from your mother. I think that Moonie's diabetes was a "gift" to FDMB - for without that diabetes none of us would have known you or Moonie or benefited from your encouragement and knowledge. (thinking personally of the time that you helped Tuscany and DPS when Tuscany's amps was !! 20). I hope now that the "gifting" continues - that you are given the gift of peace and gentle dreams of Moonie. Fly free sweet girl, you are missed deeply. Joyce
 
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