4/12 Fly Free BigMac, Carolyn's Hero

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It is with the absolute heaviest heart that I write this for Carolyn. Her PM says:

He didn't make it. I can't post. I held him a long time last night and told them he was not right. They kept saying it was the buprenorphine... I said I wasn't so sure about that.
Today again I told them that I didn't want him to die in that cage. He was failing. No they said he was improving (on paper? ). I stayed an hour in his cage with him and he slept on my leg.
After a couple hours at home, they called and said he was in shock.
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She said I could update you all.

(((((((((((((Carolyn))))))))))) There are not enough tears in the world to express our sadness and heartbreak for you. BigMac.....always larger than life, always there, now at peace and pain free.

Gentle Journey, BigMac. LL hearts are breaking and we will miss you......we all love you. Carolyn...we all hold you close in thought and prayer. We are so, so, so very sorry.

We will light a candle to guide BigMac on his way.

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"My heart has become my enemy...for I have lost a dear friend this day."

I haven't the words, Carolyn...this is just the saddest moment.
The world has become a smaller and colder place today.

Land softly, Bigmac, our wonderful sweet friend...and know that you and your momma have touched hearts around the world.

In abject sorrow...

Celi, Binks, Smudge, and Annie

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:sad: i'm so incredibly sorry, carolyn. we loved Big Mac like he was our own - he was one very, very special kitter. my heart just breaks for both of you.

know we're sending you tons of love as you go through the days ahead.

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I am so sorry, (((Carolyn))) :sad: I'll write more later, right now I'm still in shock myself.
Love you, Big Mac cat_pet_icon
 
(((((Carolyn))))) I don't have any words that can adequately express what I am feeling or my sympathy for you, you both fought so hard. This is just devastating. Fly free BigMac you have earned your wings.
 

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Oh, no -- this is heartbreaking. ((((Carolyn)))), my deepest condolences for your loss. BigMac was and will always be a very special kitty, fondly remembered.
 
((((Carolyn))))

There are no words. There are only tears. I'm just sitting here weeping.

At every juncture, you knew your cat. You knew when he was happy and when things were just not "right." I do believe our cats are often smarter about life than we are and they teach us important lessons if we are only smart enough to listen. And sometimes, they try to save us from the pain of losing them. I know in my heart if you could have given Big Mac another life to add to his nine, you would have done so without a moment's hesitation. Instead, he made his choice to save you that decision.

Fly free Big Mac and land softly. Lights will shine in Lantus Land to guide you to the Bridge. There are so many very special and much loved kitties who will be there to greet you and keep you safe. They will show you the best meadows to run and play in and where there are butterflies to chase. They will be there to wait with you until you are joined by the one you love best.

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Oh, no, poor Carolyn,she went above and beyond for that handsome boy! ((Hugs))) to Carolyn...take comfort in the knowledge that we all loved him too, and when he crossed, it was surrounded by our love and buoyed by yours.

Fly free and land softly in a beautiful green place where there is no more pain, BigMac. Look in on your Momma sometimes; she'll feel that warm little shift in the wind on her cheek and know it's you nearby. Hold her gently in your heart 'til you meet again.
 
((((((((((Carolyn)))))))))), my heart just breaks for you! Your handsome dear burger boy was always so special - as is his dear mama! My tears for you, Carolyn, are flowing with those of so many others. I'm just too sorry for words :(

Fly high and free, Big Mac! You were and remain a most beloved legend!
 
(((Carolyn)))

There are no words to begin to express the immense pain I feel for you. BigMac was blessed to be loved by no less than the very best.

Prayers, hugs & peace from Baby, Sadi & I

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Every day, several times a day, I would come to Lantus with a prayer in my heart that no candle would ever be needed for Big Mac. Words seem so inadequate to convey how deeply the loss of you beautiful and beloved Big Mac affects the hearts of so many.

My deepest, most sincere, and most heartfelt sympathy to you Carolyn, to your DH, and to all who knew and loved him. He fought so hard, went through so much.....may all your memories of him help you through the "moments" and may it help you to know how many, many hearts go out to you. My heart just breaks for you.......just so sad. He was so loved......always remember that love.




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Two shining eyes at rest
God broke our heart to prove to us
He only takes the best wings_cat
 
(((Carolyn)))

My heart is broken for you. BigMac was a hero and a legend in Land Land. This is the end of an era. If ever a kitty was iconic in our world, it was BIgMac.

The two of you were a team. He and you worked so hard to overcome all that came his way. I know that he wanted to fight this with you, and for you.

The time has come for him to rest, but he is not gone from our hearts, and he will certainly never be forgotten. There could not be a more beloved kitty.

He is among his many friends at the Bridge. For me, the Bridge is a place in our hearts where the bond of love goes on, even when we are physically separated.

My deepest condolences go out to you and your family, in your time of loss. We grieve with you.

(((BigMac)))
 
Oh no (((Carolyn))), I gasped when I read this. My heart breaks for you. Fly free BigMac. May God bring you peace Carolyn and look after your baby.

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(((Carolyn)))

Words cannot even bring justice to the tears streaming down my face and the pain that I am feeling in my heart.
I have lit a candle for your precious BigMac, to guide his way across the bridge to be joined by so many of
our angels that have passed before him.
They are waiting for him, to embrace him.

The 2 of you are so so special to us here. Your devotion, generousity, your kindness and devotion have touched so
many and to me personally when Max was so high and then oh so low.

Fly free dear sweet BigMac. You are loved by so many and will be missed dearly.
I am so sorry Carolyn.
 
My heart aches for you Carolyn. I've only come to know BigMac through your posts over the last few weeks and have been truly touched by the special relationship you shared. My deepest sympathies to you and your family.
Sending you love and light to help you heal through this heartbreaking time.

Tamara & Ella
 
Carolyn

I am so sorry I have been watching every post praying Big Mac would get better. I watched every update you posted on him hoping. I am so, so sorry. Fly Free you beautiful boy.

Terri
 
*crying* I am so sorry. I wish I could give you a real hug Carolyn. I know nothing will make you feel better. I will never forget your special boy - he will always have a spot in my heart. We greave with you.

I want you to be kind to yourself, I would have tried everything you did. I wished and hoped with all of my heart that you would have BigMac for many more years. You are an amazing Mom and BigMac had a life time of love. I know in my heart that he was meant to be yours and only yours. He is by your side in spirit. Watch for signs that he is with you and okay.

These two poems were posted on Maverick's goodbye post the night I lost him. I read that thread every day and the poems meant so much to me. I know you've seen them already. But I hope they give your heart a boost like they did mine.

I am standing upon the seashore. A ship at my side spreads her white sails to the morning breeze and starts for the blue ocean. She is an object of beauty and strength. I stand and watch her until at length she hangs like a speck of white cloud just where the sea and sky come to mingle with each other.

Then someone at my side says: "There, she is gone!"

"Gone where?"

Gone from my sight. That is all. She is just as large in mast and hull and spar as she was when she left my side and she is just as able to bear the load of living freight to her destined port.

Her diminished size is in me, not in her. And just at the moment when someone at my side says: "there, she is gone!" There are other eyes watching her coming and other voices ready to take up the glad should: "Here she comes!"

THE 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
Don't cry for me Mom
My spirit is near

I'll watch for you
From the other side
I'll be the one running
New friends by my side

Smile at my memory
Remember in your heart
This isn't the end
It's a brand new start

I am lighting a candle for BigMac.
 
(((Carolyn))) I am so sad and heartbroken to hear this news. We will light a candle for BigMac this evening. My heart and prayers go out to you. Know that we are all here for you. Lots of tears and hugs
 
((( Carolyn )))

I've been hoping for good news for Big Mac and am so heartbroken to see this.

Fly free, Big Mac, you will always be loved by so many.
 
(((((Carolyn)))))
my heart breaks for you. we love them so much and we do everything we can but sometimes it is just their time and they are ready to go. i think many stay here longer because they know we are not ready, and they linger until we are as ready as we can possibly be to survive such a loss. he is free now, whole and healthy at the bridge, and he has so many beloved marvelous kitties to greet him and keep him happy til it is time for you to reunite once again.
we'll never forget him. i know you'll feel him around you soon, tho, if you haven't already.
peace and love to you and your family at this sad time.
fly free, soar high, and land softly, BigMac.
 
OMG. My little hamburger. you fought so hard. I am just sick over this. what am I going to do with all these sesame seeds?
carolyn, I am so very,very sorry. there are really no words that will say what I am feeling. this is such a shock.
you are a good mamma bean. remember that. you did all you could.
fly free you will be in the hearts of many here forever
 
Oh my gosh. I don't even know what to say. My heart is broken for you Carolyn. Big Mac is now free to run and play. Fly free sweet Big Mac and land softly!! Hugs to you Carolyn!
 
(((Carolyn))). I can barely see to write this. My tears won't stop. My heart is breaking for you. I felt, like so many here do, that I knew your beautiful boy. He was ours!
I'm so very sorry Carolyn, for your pain.
 
Oh, no. No. I wish I had words. My heart is breaking for you, Carolyn. I am so very sorry. I can't believe it. I never thought this would happen. I wish I could give you strength. I am lighting a candle for him to Bast. I am praying that he has a peaceful journey to his next adventure. But I wish that you and all of us here wouldn't have to say goodbye. I am so sorry.
 
(((((Carolyn)))))
i am still crying....and so hard to post....i type something then delete it as i feel so lost for words....

but know this....you did good in our eyes and especially in BigMac's eyes....you were an excellent mom to him...he knew he was your special boy....he was loved and loved you back....

praying for you to find comfort knowing you did your very best....but sometimes it is not in our hands...he is needed more where he is now....his earthly journey with you has come to an end but he will ALWAYS be in your heart and never far away from your thoughts.....

i'm so very sorry...can't stop crying....

Fly Free BigMac wings_cat you put up a big fight and your name said it all! you were larger than life! now you must start a journey without your family....but you will find all the GA kitties that have gone before you and you will not be alone so don't be afraid....until you reunite again with your family may you run free at the bridge.....

lighting a candle in your honour BigMac...land softly and the many candles are lighting the way to your new home.....

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((((Carolyn)))) I am so saddened to read this news. I so hoped that BigMac would get better and be home with his bean. You did everything you could for him and I'm sure he knows how much you loved him...with all your heart and soul. And you know he loved you because he fought so hard to be with you. But he is free now...free from pain and he is probably running right now in the beautiful green grass with all our other GA kitties.
 
I'm so sorry to see that BigMac has lost his fight. I've been following his progress and I was hoping that today would be a positive day on his road to recovery. You did everything you could possibly do for him. It's so heartbreaking to lose our sweet kitties.
 
(((((Carolyn))))). I'm so saddened to read this. I had been following your journey and hoping for good news each day. I'm so so sorry. Take comfort in your memories and know we all share your pain.
 
Nooooooooooo- oh, no, Carolyn. ((Carolyn)) Tears are falling and so many hearts are heavy. We all loved your boy so much - he and you have become and are so special to all of us. Why oh why won't they listen to us sometimes when we know our furry companions so well.

I won't repeat all of the familiar statements that we all know are so true - he IS flying free - he IS out of pain - and we know that but the sadness is so heavy today - my heart goes out to you, my friend, and I so wish I were near enough to give you a big hug.

Your boy will forever be a HUGE part of all of us and of this board - you shared him with all of us and we loved him with you.

Please know that we share your sadness and tears and if there is anything we can do, please let us know - although I know nothing can ease your pain right now.

Sending many, many, many comforting prayers and thoughts and hugs to you across the miles.

Love you,

Emmy & Dude (& Mittsi & Bob too)
 
Too many tears right now, just so so sorry Carolyn. I felt uneasy last night and I got on BigMacs post to visit at about 2 AM or so. I had an overwhelming need to be close to him. I hope I was able to get through to him, I felt that I was, and so I hope you can take comfort that he had a visiter that stayed with him last night for a few hours.

I wish I could be with you to give you a big hug. I haven't known you and BigMac for long, but I felt that I've known you for much longer. I followed every post and waited for news each day. I am so truly sorry to be reading this now, and I pray BigMac will be at peace with all of those kitties that are already at the bridge, and will be there waiting for you someday. You were the best mama bean, and see, I told you, you could fit in that cage. I am gratfull that I shared that story with you and BigMac was able to sleep on your leg yesterday. Let that comfort you now.

I will also light a candle tonight
 
Too sad to say anything constructive or uplifting. :cry:

May you swiftly find some sort of peace through this.

You are in ALL of our hearts, may that provide you with a little comfort...
 
((((Carolyn)))) It's hard enough when a kitty passes that I didn't know too well. It's devastating when it's one I've grown to know and love with all my heart. BigMac was bigger than life, a kitty with so much personality. You loved him like no one else could have, and he loved you just as much. I'm so sorry you have to suffer through this. BigMac is always going to be walking right along beside you, never far from your side, healthy and happy. I'll be thinking of you, Carolyn.
 
Carolyn,
BIG HUGE LOOOOONG HUG - I'm so sorry it was Big Mac's time to cross. I'm so very thankful he was YOUR catbaby, he was so cared for, listened to and loved. Remember, he's not gone, you just have to hug him differently.

Fly free sweet baby
 
(((Carolyn)))

There are so many wet keyboards in Lantus Land today. Like everyone else that candle on the posting was a shock.

BigMac tried as hard as he could, as did you, and now he has gone to join his many furry friends. Whenever you feel sunshine on your face or a light breeze caress your cheek, know that it is BigMac reaching out to touch you to try to give you some comfort.
 
((((Carolyn)))) I am so sorry that Big Mac is gone. All of our tears joined together will make sure his journey to the bridge is gentle and smooth. There are just not enough words....

Peace be with you and your family. I know your heart is broken. I hope in time your happy memories will ease your pain.

Fly free Big Mac! wings_cat
 
crying.... so very sad for you. this song always makes me cry, I hope it doesn't make you too sad, its a great song. you must know that BigMac knew that he was so very well loved and cared for. He couldn't have hoped for a better mamabean. Hugs to you.

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((((Carolyn)))) Please know you are in my thoughts and prayers. Such a sad day for all of LL.

The tears will dry on your face but continue to run in your heart for years if not forever.

Good By BigMac, you will be missed but never forgotten, fly free and land softly where you will be young and healthy again.



“If tomorrow starts without me,
And I'm not there to see,
If the sun should rise and find your eyes
All filled with tears for me;
I wish so much you wouldn't cry
The way you did today,

I know how much you loved me,
As much as I loved you,
And each time that you think of me,
I know you'll miss me too;

So when tomorrow starts without me,
Don't think we're far apart,
For every time you think of me,
I'm right here, forever in your heart "


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Carolyn, there are no words to convey my emotions on seeing the candle for BigMac. I am so sorry. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Fly free BigMac. Tell Belle I miss her.

Jason
 
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