7/3 Donovan/Butthead update

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MJ+Donovan

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Here is a photo I took of the Butthead rose yesterday, fully open:


I'm still falling apart at the slightest provocation or memory of Butthead, and don't anticipate that going away soon. There is other stuff going on that definitely is not helping matters, but I can't go into detail here. Butthead's special urn has not arrived yet. The summer weather reminds me even more of how much he enjoyed being outside in the grass :sad:. But Donny will also sing to me to go out and munch grass or nap under the hostas. Butthead would literally almost put his harness on himself. I'd hold it in front of him and he'd put his head through the hole and lift his paw up to go through the armhole. Even though Donny has been on a harness since he was a kitten, he still doesn't quite grasp the process, and gets himself stuck and tangled on patio furniture and shrubbery. I suppose it's nice that he barely realizes he's tethered, but ohmygod_smile

On a brighter note, Donovan had his dental re-check on Thursday and vet thinks he looks good (report scanned below). He still has a bit more healing to do, but he's managing. His appetite is certainly quite good *oink*. His BGs have been mostly green lately, so I have decided to stop the daily testing and go back to Mon/Wed/Fri spot checks. Still need to contact Donny's primary vet to see when repeat bloodwork should be done. Bloodwork in April indicated infection, and if those levels are still up, something else is brewing inside :? Don't wanna think about that now...

Ever grateful for your support, and I continue to keep you in my prayers.
MJ&Donovan&Butthead's spirit
 

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Butthead gave you a beautiful rose, MJ. I'm sorry for your hurting heart. He's out there having fun, you just can't see him. Keep on putting one foot in front of the other.

Hooray for a good report for Donovan's teeth!

Thinking of you...
 
MJ,

It's been 10 months since Belle died, and I just watched a video of her and spent hours researching the things that I could have done differently in her treatment. I still struggle with missing her. I'm not sure we ever stop hurting, but for me, even though I think about her every day, I don't shed tears as often. It hasn't been long for you at all, and knowing your connection with Butthead, I'd be worried about you if you weren't struggling. Belle was the first significant loss in my life, so I have no idea how this whole process generally plays out, but I do know the reason it hurts so much is because of how wonderful our time together was. I think things will turn the corner for me when I can appreciate all the times we had without feeling cheated about not having anymore.

I am grateful that you posted all those videos of Butthead and shared him with all of us. I, as others here, was drawn to him. I will forever smile when I think of him lapping up his baby food. He was just so darned adorable! He may be gone in body, but he lives on in the hearts of everyone here in LL.

Jason
 
MJ, Butthead's rose is a beautiful color, a wonderful tribute to your boy. I know how much you miss him. He is there with you, however, even though he isn't putting on his harness by himself. Maybe Donny will learn because he will be guided by Butthead. (Rusty sometimes does "Stu-type" things, things that he normally will not do.) Thinking of you,

Ella & Rusty
 
Hi MJ,
Just wanted to say hi and send a cyber hug. The report on Donny is very good! I hope the next bloodwork shows no infection present. My TJ is doing better, too, although he is overdue for bloodwork to check his kidney levels since he ate the poison lily. I get anxiety at the thought of returning to the place where I lost my Tessie Lou, but can't put it off much longer. I think it's a good thing that we have our Donny and TJ to care for. Can't imagine how lonely it would be otherwise.

Butthead's rose is a beautiful, patriotic red. Loved the pic!
 
What a beautiful rose for sweet Butthead. He will always be there with you, I hope you soon start to feel his presence as a comfort more than as a loss. :YMHUG:
 
Hi MJ - the rose is beautiful - what a vibrant red. I too hope that soon you will feel his memories and presence as a comfort, less a loss. It will come in time.

Donny is looking and sounding good. I am so glad that he is on the road to recovery.
 
(((MJ))): my heart breaks for you. I can only tell you that it will eventually get better. You won't miss him less, you will still long for him and think of him every single day, you'll still think you see him; but his presence will start to comfort you. It just takes alot of time. I hate to say this but I don't think I cried as hard at my dad's funeral as I did when Max passed away. It wasn't because I didn't adore my dad....he was the best and I miss him every single day. But, like you with Butthead, I feel Max was taken from me way too soon. My dad lived a long, very happy life. Max didn't get to do that. Neither did Butthead.

I work with an animal communicator and after Max passed, she told me he said he'd be back in six months. I had to get a kitten for Gracie to play with. I did this thorough search to find the right kitten...one who didn't look like Max. And we found Tobey who, in person, bears an eery resemblance to Max. And while he has his very own Tobey personality, he does things that no other cat of ours, except Max, has done. I don't know if it is Max...I could ask the AC but I don't want to know...I want to appreciate Tobey for himself. But....just those things he does that are SO Max...they bring me such great comfort. In my heart....I do believe it is my sweet boy back to learn different lessons in life. But I can really appreciate the spirit that he is now.
 
(((MJ))): my heart breaks for you. I can only tell you that it will eventually get better. You won't miss him less, you will still long for him and think of him every single day, you'll still think you see him; but his presence will start to comfort you. It just takes alot of time. I hate to say this but I don't think I cried as hard at my dad's funeral as I did when Max passed away. It wasn't because I didn't adore my dad....he was the best and I miss him every single day. But, like you with Butthead, I feel Max was taken from me way too soon. My dad lived a long, very happy life. Max didn't get to do that. Neither did Butthead.

I work with an animal communicator and after Max passed, she told me he said he'd be back in six months. I had to get a kitten for Gracie to play with. I did this thorough search to find the right kitten...one who didn't look like Max. And we found Tobey who, in person, bears an eery resemblance to Max. And while he has his very own Tobey personality, he does things that no other cat of ours, except Max, has done. I don't know if it is Max...I could ask the AC but I don't want to know...I want to appreciate Tobey for himself. But....just those things he does that are SO Max...they bring me such great comfort. In my heart....I do believe it is my sweet boy back to learn different lessons in life. But I can really appreciate the spirit that he is now.

Maybe you should talk to an AC. Mine is know all over the US. She is wonderful....she can contact Butthead for you. PM me if you want her number. Her prices are VERY reasonable!!
 
Thanks everyone. You understand the kind of hurt I'm feeling. That helps.

I'm pretty sure I've posted this one before, but it's a favorite, and Butthead would definitely be doing this out on the lawn this afternoon:

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(((((((MJ))))))) I wish we were closer in geography. We'd all be there to give you a hug when you need one. I wish I could take away some of your pain so that your heart can start to heal. The rose took my breath away. It is symbolic of Butthead's spirit. All of our kitties and angel kitties are special. Maverick was my soul mate here on earth. But Butthead had something and I can't describe it. It showed in pictures and I can only imagine you felt his energy so much when he was with you. That picture of Butthead is just perfect. Keeping you in my thoughts.

So glad Donny is continuing to heal well and his appetite is great. He doesn't want you to be worrying about him. What a good boy. Hugs and belly rubs for Donovan too.
 
i love that picture of Da Butthead...he looks so very happy...

sending our love to you, and a big sloppy hug to Capn Donny...
 
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