8/6 Maggie's at the Bridge

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Ann & Maggie11 (GA)

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8/5 Maggie

Some very sad news, and I'm at a loss for the right words. Maggie passed away at home yesterday early evening. As a good friend said to me, Mags took the decision out of my hands, wanting to be in her own home and near me. I was able to stroke and comfort her. Yesterday she just did not look or feel good. I had a talk with Maggie and told her it's okay to leave, I'm okay, and I don't want you to suffer. She took my words to heart. I've spent these last several days staying very close to Mags since taking a turn for the worse last Friday. This happened so fast yesterday. Her little body was so tired with all that was happening. She was also fighting an infection. No more shots, pills or pokes, Maggie. Now you can run free chasing butterflies, having parties, and we will meet again.

Maggie was and is an amazing kitty. She's amazing in just the way she found her way to my apartment some 14 years ago. Maggie is at peace now and pain free and waiting at the Bridge for her friends and big bro to help her cross over. No more shots, pokes, pills or syringe feeding. Now you can run free chasing butterflies with your big bro, Mikey, and friends.

Thanks for all the support of love, hugs, healing vines, poo vines, , firm it up poo vines, you name it vines. Also, many thanks to Detective Poo and Chiev Inspector Crapdash for their diligent reporting in on Mags. :-D I could have not done this without all of your support. You are an amazing group, and I intend on visiting and offering support. I'll check back later.
 
Oh my Ann. ((((HUGS)))) Fly free sweet sweet Maggie and land softly. Big tears falling in Tulsa. Maggie loved you and knew that you did everything you could for her. You were a great bean Ann. Maggie did it on her terms and wanted to be at home with you. She is now at the bridge and all of the GA's are welcoming her and will take care of her. We are all here for you Ann.
 

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((((Ann)))) I am glad Maggie got to spend her last hours with love around her in the comfort of her home. Hugs to you. Jane & Cleo
 
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I am soooo very very sorry to hear this. Mags was a trooper...and her bean was amazing too. I am glad to hear that her passing was peaceful as you loved her and held her as she made her way to the Bridge.

Many many hugs and prayers to you. :YMHUG: wings_cat
 
{{{{{{{{{{ANN}}}}}}}}}} I'm so very sorry to hear about this sad news. You did everything you could for Miss Maggie, and I know that she appreciated it very much. She will continue to live on through your memories of her. You, and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. {{{{{{{{{{ANN}}}}}}}}}}
 
(((((Ann))))) i am so very sorry for your heart. You were so loving to tell Mags it was ok for her to leave her little body. She will always be with you in her perfect body. Fly Free and High sweet Maggie. Land softly and play.
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You are in my prayers every second. I send you all my love . mary
 
(((((Ann)))))

My eyes are filled with tears. I have no words that are even close to adequate. My thoughts are with you. Cats know and Maggie didn't want to leave until you let her know you'd be OK. She is the best of girls.

Fly free Maggie and land softly. There are many who we dearly love who will be at the Bridge to play with you until the time you are reunited with the one you love best.

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I love this fable of why we choose tears. I hope it brings some comfort.
 
Our hearts are very heavy with hearing this news today, but we were all so very fortunate to be able to share in the joy of sweet little Maggie. You taught us the true meaning of the word "bean". Our prayers are with you, now and always.
 
I am typing through tears. We have been friends since our kitties came on the board around the same time 3 years ago. Scrabble will be waiting for Maggie to cross along with so many others. I am happy that Maggie felt ok to leave and that she took the decision out of your hands. You went above and beyond for your sweet girl and she knew that! My heart breaks for your loss and I will pray for comfort for you to heal. Please know I am here for you and I have a great shoulder to cry on :). Take care and big hugs!! Fly free sweet Maggie you will be missed!!
 
((((ANN))))

the tears will flow here today, for sure. I am so very sorry.... there simply are not words. My prayers are with you, now and always.

I am glad though that Maggie went at the time of her choosing, he will, her choice. Somehow there is peace and comfort in that. I cannot think of a better bean that you. You have given so selflessly for her, always the best of care, and love. I admire you for your devotion to one fine kitty. We will all miss her. I will hope there s comfort for you in all the memories. She will never be far, always tucked away in a corner of your heart. Forever in all of our hearts.

Fly free Maggie, and land softly at the Bridge. Mannie will be there, waiting to great you.
 

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Ann, I am so very sorry to hear this. I am glad that Maggie was able to go on her own time and at her own home with you near her. Hugs.....
Fly free, Maggie....many are at the bridge to great you so you are not alone.
 
Ann, I'm so sorry for your loss, but I'm so happy that Maggie was able to go in the comfort of her home and with her mom by her side.
 
((((((Ann)))))) I am so sorry to hear about Maggie. She was such a special girl, and always brought me joy to read her condos, because she was so docile and kind hearted. Maggie waited until she knew you would be ok and it was her choosing to leave. My heart aches for you and tears are flowing.

Fly free sweet Mags and land softly at the bridge. wings_cat

Tracy & Leo
 
So sorry it was Maggie's time to go. You added years to her life and gave her a wonderful caring home. She came to the right doorstep rb_icon
 
Ann, I'm so sorry. I'm glad Maggie was able to be with you in her last moments surrounded by your love. She is free now and doesn't have to feel bad any more. Fly free sweet Maggie. :YMHUG: :YMHUG: :YMHUG: Sending hugs and prayers to you Ann.
 
((((((Ann))))))
I am so sorry. :cry:
Maggie is so lucky to have had you as her mama ~ she chose you for a reason.

I'm thinking about you, Ann, and holding you in my heart.
Fly free, sweetest Maggie. You are so very missed, and loved forever.
 
(((Ann)))
I am so very sorry for your sudden loss. You were so in tune with your beloved Maggie. She knew that she was safe and loved and that it was OK for her to rest. I hope that your memories of happier times will give you strength and comfort in the days ahead. With my deepest condolences,
Linda
 
:cry: I'm so sad to see this ..I wish I had knew the words to say to take away your pain .. Instead, I will just wrap you in a big hug (((Ann))) Fly Free Little One ..
 
Oh Ann, I'm so very sorry to see this :cry: You were always a wonderful bean to Maggie! She is whole again and free from pain! Prayers and healing vines for your heart ((Ann)). Fly free beautiful girl and land oh so softly!
 
Oh no! I am so very sorry. Fly free sweet girl. You are much loved and will be sorely missed.



Ann Bean!

No! No! No! This isn't fair! I was just teaching Mags how to fly my jet! She was getting real good at it too! She could fly real fast and swoop and sweep and dip and twirl. She laughed and told me that flying is way cool and she loved it up in the sky, being oh so high in the clouds and sunbeams and able to look down on everyone.

I am so sad that I lost my copilot, but she told me that she doesn't need a jet to soar high and wide, she can do it all on her own and I didn't know what she meant by that. Now I do. So, when you see a kitty flying high in the sky and you aren't sure who it is, listen for her to giggle cause that will be Miss Mags copilot extraordinaire!

Signed Maui the Magnificent, missing her copilot
 
Dear ((((((Ann)))))),
My heart fell when I saw Maggie's candle this morning. Such a wonderful kitty, and so attuned to her wonderful mamabean. I know how much you will miss her. Here in LL we grieve, but there is joy at the Bridge, because a dear friend has arrived. So many of Maggie's pals are surrounding her right now with love. There will be a scrumptious banquet tonight to welcome her., Chefs Mannie and Stu will create some of her favorite dishes and all our GAs will be there. Look to the heavens tonight: that warm glow is in honor of your special girl.
Farewell Maggie. Fly free and send a message to your mamabean that all will be well until you meet again. Stay close by in your very special place in her heart.

In loving sympathy,

Ella & Edward, Rusty, and Stu (GA)
 
(((((((Ann)))))))

I am soooo sorry to hear about Maggie :cry: :YMHUG: :YMHUG: :YMHUG:
But so very glad she chose her own destiny...to be at home with you, the best Bean ever!!
Fly Free Sweet Mags wings_cat You will be in GREAT company at the Bridge rb_icon
 
(((((Ann)))))
I am so very sorry for your loss of your sweet girl Maggie.
She was a special kitty.
I can't find words to say right now, so I am crying with you.
I'm holding you in my heart. Fly free, Maggie.
 
((((Ann)))) My heart is breaking for you, Ann. I'm so sorry and I didn't know she was so ill. What a sweet Maggie to take the decision into her own paws. She's watching you now and there with you. You're in my prayers <3
 
(((Ann)))

My heart is heavy and tears are freely flowwing for "our" dear, dear Maggie. I feel like she was one of my own. You and Maggie taught me so much over the past few years. And I'll never all the posts related to "poo vines". I'll smile when I think of our little "Pooh Bear"...sweet, sweet Maggie. She was so very lucky to have found you....it was a match made in Heaven....she was meant to be with you. You were incredible as you juggled all her medical issues and you did it with grace, humility and a ton of love.

Many hugs for you, Ann, as you grief the loss of sweet Maggie. I'll will keep ya in my thoughts and prayers.


Lots of love,
Tena
 
(((((Ann))))) Chief Inspector Crapdash and Detective Poo send our deepest condolences. We will surely miss the Mags on our daily rounds. We knew her time was coming but it's always too soon. Boy howdy, was she ever a lucky kitty to have you for her bean. She got the best care ever. Every kitty should be so lucky. Sending big hugs and thinking of you.
Liz, Anne, Zener and Tillie
 
lighting Butthead's candle for Maggie.... :cry:
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My sweet Donovan also took the decision out of my hands.

hugs and prayers....

MJ
 
Ann. I am so sorry for your loss. Maggie was such a special kitty and fought a hard battle to the end. Thankfully you were able to be with her and comfort her as she crossed the bridge. She is at piece now playing with her brother and friends. Maggie will be missed by everyone. She was such an inspiration to PF and many other kitties. You are a special person and Maggie and you were so fortunate to have each other.

You are in our Prayers Ann.
 
Hi Ann,

I'm so sorry to hear of your loss. Maggie's at peace now & will be waiting for you at the Rainbow Bridge. I'm glad you were able to be there to comfort her in her last days, I know that means alot to you, too.
 
Ann, Words always escape me at these times, but just want to say sorry for your loss. You'll be in my thoughts.
 
Just adding my condolences to the others. Only those of us who truly know the joy our animals bring us, also understand the pain of their loss. The hole in your heart seems to never want to heal. Maggie gave you the final gift she had to give, by crossing over on her own terms, so there will never been any questions in your heart of "was there anything else I could have done". As hard as it is to do right now, try to accept that final gift. She didn't want you to have to make any big decision that you'd question....she loved you and wanted you to be with her as she was released to the light.


I hope you'll take a few minutes to read this. I found it a few months ago and it touched me so deeply. I hope you find comfort in it too. The "official name" is The Loving Ones...I like this title better though.... You chose the tears


Fly free sweet Maggie, land gently, and visit your mommabean often wings_cat
 
(((((((((((((((((((((Oh, Ann))))))))))))))))))))) This is way too soon! It took my breath away when I saw Maggie's candle this morning. You went through so much together and you did everything for her! I remember her bringing her favorite mouse pole toy for you to play w/ her. She will be sitting by the Bridge holding it, watching over you and waiting to play again.

Fly Free, gentle Miss Maggie! The pokes and the pain are over and you can play w/ all your GA friends or sit quietly at the end of the bar with Bear Man watching the silliness of the youngsters!

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Big Long Hug, Ann.
I am overwrought in sadness that it was her time. I am so sorry for the pain you are feeling. I know how very difficult it is. I am crying with you.
Yet she is now free.
Fly Free, Maggie.
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Oh Ann, Heavy heart this morning hearing this of Mags, she will so be missed
Fly Free Maggie
BEYOND THE RAINBOW

As much as I loved the life we had and all the times we played,
I was so very tired and knew my time on earth would fade

I saw a wondrous image then of a place that's trouble-free
Where all of us can meet again to spend eternity.

I saw the most beautiful Rainbow, an on the other side
Were meadows rich and beautiful - lush and green and wide
And running through the meadows as far as the eye could see
Were animals of every sort as healthy as could be
My own tired, failing body was fresh and healed and new
And I wanted to go run with them, but I had something left to do
I needed to reach out to you, to tell you I'm alright
That this place is truly wonderful, then a bright glow pierced the night
"Twas the glow of many candles, shining bright and strong and bold
And I knew then that it held your love in it's brilliant shades of gold.
For although we may not be together in the way we used to be
We are still connected by a cord no one can see
So whenever you need to find me, we're never far apart
If you look beyond the Rainbow and listen with your heart.
 
Ann,
I'm so so sorry it was Maggie's time to cross. Thank you so much for sharing her with us. I'm so thankful she knew such a life full of love. I can already tell you KNOW she's not gone, you just have to hug her differently.

Run and play sweet girl, Mama will pick you up with her work on earth is finished....

BIG HUGE LOOOOOOONG HUG Ann,
 
Ann, I am so sorry to hear this - but I am glad her crossing was peaceful at home with you. I am sending lots of comforting thoughts and prayers your way. Fly free sweet Maggie
 
(((Ann))) I saw the sad news on fb and shed a tear for you. I am so sorry to hear this sad news, but grateful that you got to be at home with your baby girl. Sending love and prayers. Fly free, sweet Maggie wings_cat rb_icon
 
Ann, I am so very sorry for your loss. No matter how prepared you think you'll be when the day finally comes, it's still devasting and breaks your heart to unimaginable depths. I went through this 2 years ago myself, and I was also fortunate enough to have my baby take the decision out of my hands for me. I'm so glad you were there with her durning her last moments--and knowing she's now at peace--will bring you comfort in the days ahead.

Onyx and I are sending you lots of hugs!

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(((Ann))))

Mike, Gus, Gracie, Tobey, and me are so broken hearted for you. Your love for Maggie has always been so strong and true and you have done everything anyone could do. The day she found you was her lucky, lucky day and she lived a full, rich life with more love than she could ever have imagined. As you said....now she is free of all the poo issues, the pokes, the shots....she is just free.

We lit a Candle for Maggie.

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Oh Ann, I'm so sorry to see this. Sweet Maggie was always special to Weezer and me. I hope they have found each other in the land beyond pain. Prayers for healing coming your way.
 
So sorry it was time for her to go. I'm glad she was with you, at home. I hope she comes to visit you soon. Fly free, little Maggie. wings_cat
 
((((Ann)))) I am so sorry it was Maggie's time to go. You were the best of beans for her and she chose wisely when she picked your place to live. These last couple of days must have been hard for you so I'm glad Maggie helped your decision by doing things in her own time at her own place. :YMHUG: :YMHUG:

Fly free sweet Mags, land softly, may there be many butterflies to chase while you wait to join your bean again.
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Thank you everyone for all the kind words of support, poems, candles. :YMHUG: :YMHUG: They have really helped me more than you know. I love the fable of "why we choose tears," thanks so much. I am overwhelmed with your posts and tearing up with them, as you all knew Maggie's personality and how sweet and eager to please. She gave so much love to me. Maggie just had her final trip to the Vet. They all really loved her, too. The word spread quick, and I was able to talk with most of the Vet Techs and get lots of hugs. Maggie's regular Vet was also there and available, and we had a nice talk about Maggie. He answered some questions I had about her last days. I made arrangements for Maggie's cremation and an urn. It's similar to the one I have of her GA brother who passed away four years ago. It feels so empty here without her, and I know it will take time and adjusting. After I left the Vet, I almost automatically thought, "now what do I need from the pet store?" It was almost a daily stop or several times/week. I've gotten to know some of the employees there personally I made so many visits with choosing the right foods for Mags. They will start to wonder, "where is that crazy cat lady that's always buying cat food and returning it for other choices." :-D

I left Maggie's carrier and blanket there, as I could not bring home an empty carrier. The vet said he would make sure someone special gets it. It was a cute and colorful soft carrier and all Maggie. Thanks again everyone. I'll try and eventually get to everyone's condo to thank you personally for your words of comfort and visits and poems and candles.
 
Dear (((Ann))). I've been too cowardly to even come and try to express my sorrow today.
Miss Maggie was so special, I feel like she was my own family. :cry:
She was a very lucky little girl to have found your loving arms. It's no secret that I admired how well you cared for her needs.

Someone mentioned her pole toy....I always loved hearing how she brought that mousie into the bedroom at night. Indeed, she will be waiting for you at The Bridge, with that much loved toy, in her mouth.

I pray that soon, your thoughts of Mags will be happy ones, and memories will soon bring smiles, and not tears.

Susan, sends her deepest sympathy, as she knows Maggie through me.

Gentle Hug, Ann
Barb
 
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