KT & Buckwheat (GA)

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KT & Buckwheat

KT & Buckwheat

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Hello LL,

It’s been a long time since KT & Buckwheat (GA) have posted. Life circumstances got in the way and now life has changed even more. Here is what I wrote the day our wonderful, sweet, fabulous brown boy earned his wings.

Today, July 31, 2011 was the end of an era. Jim and I sadly had to say goodbye to our beloved Buckwheat (Buckaroo Boy, Buckaroo Man, Wheatabix, Bucky or most recently, Roadblock). He had a great run and enriched our lives for 16 years and 5 months. It was his time to have peace and a body without an ache, pain or insulin injection or some other form of medical torture.

Buckwheat was a great cat. He was the last kitten born of our last litter of Maine Coons. He chose Jimbo to be his special person when he was a kitten. He was OkiDoki’s best friend and has been a brown version of the Dokes Boy. Kendra told me today that Bucky first chose her but she ultimately chose Stymie (later to become Bootsie) as her choice. I guess Jimbo became the second choice. BAHAHAHA!

The last 5 plus years I’ve been Bucky’s choice as I’m the main source of food and have dedicated my time to taking care of his diabetes with Jimbo’s help. I joined the Feline Diabetes Message Board learning everything I could about the care of the diabetic cat. He became my mission and has been up to the last breath he took.

On Friday, he stopped eating and we took him to the vet. (He was never one to stop eating.) He got fluids, Pepcid and Cerenia injections for nausea, full blood workup, blood pressure test and fluids. We thought he might spring back within 24 hours. He seemed a bit more mobile and alert on Saturday but by the afternoon he still wasn’t doing well. So back to the vet where they gave him fluids and a long-acting antibiotic because he was having a Pancreatitis flare-up. He was also DX’d with high blood pressure and hyperthyroid with more medication prescribed. I started him on the hyperthyroid this morning and tried to get him to eat but had to food process cat food with water and start syringe feeding him. By the time I got to the 8th 12 ML syringe he was crying and I knew it was time. He could hardly walk as he was so weak and so Jimbo and I discussed it and I called the vet. The rest is history.

Our vet practice is the best. The vet who gave him the Covenia shot yesterday said she discussed him with the vet who saw him Friday and yesterday and the first vet told her he might be back. He was and he got the most humane and wonderful treatment anyone could ask for. He was so stoic and his passing was peaceful. The best cat ever who deserved to have the most peaceful end ever. We love you Buckwheat.

Thanks to all of you who listen to our cat tales (or tails). We appreciate it. He’s with his mom (Nora Toots), dad (TrevorD) and his best friend, OkiDoki! That’s where he needed to be.

KT


I think this may have been the last time I posted in LL.

http://felinediabetes.com/FDMB/viewtopic.php?f=9&t=6217

I thank all of you for your kind e-mails and FB comments and all of the welcomes I have gotten on FB and on the boards. I’m having a bit of a struggle keeping up as there is a lot going on. We have damage here from the hurricane and my mother’s house has water damage from whatever that thing was that went through here this last week. My sister and husband left on Wednesday with my 88-year-old mother and younger brother to move them to Texas to live with my sister. I’m trying to deal with getting her house ready to sell and now have to deal with repairs and an estate sale of the remainder of items left behind. It has been a spring/summer to remember or maybe forget. Not sure.

One more thing, I want to personally thank all of you who helped us along the way. If it hadn’t been for all of you, the J team and close camaraderie, Buckwheat would not have lived as long and wonderful life as he did. He hit a high of 12 units but this last year he was consistently coming down and brought himself into the 2’s. I think he was secretly trying to show off and go OTJ. He always did love a great party!

If I’ve confused some of you because you didn’t know us from before, I apologize. For the oldtimers, it’s been wonderful to hear from you and it has lifted my spirits. I know some of the other party pals Buckwheat had are now up there with him, earning their wings before he did. My condolences go to all who have lost their special diabetic kitty. ((((((To All of You))))))

Many thanks to Linda & Bear Man (GA) for taking the time to contact me and getting me on FB to reconnect with all of you. I have missed you all. I will do my best to personally contact those of you who have reached out to me. I will also work on getting a few pictures on FB of Red “Trouble” Cloud a/k/a “The Red Thingy” and of my precious Buckwheat.

KT & Buckwheat (GA)
 
((((KT and Jim)))) Buckwheat was always my idol with that beautiful face of his. I think BigMac is a little jealous but what can ya' do?
You really have had a lot to deal with lately and I hope you can take some time for yourself soon. Your kitties sure had a wonderful loving home with such devoted caring 'peoples', (even if Jim was the second choice.) ;-)

Sending you lots of hugs and hope to hear more about The Red Thingy. Gosh I LOVE that name!

For those that want to see your last condo, I think this link might work better. There are some very cute photos in that condo and it's worth a look.

KT and Buckwheat's condo
(KT repaired her link - so this one is redundant. :cool: )
 
((((((((KT)))))))) I haven't posted in Buckwheat's GA condo yet because I can't get all the way through it without crying. I have always had SUCH a crush on him. I know you must miss him so much, but I'm happy to hear that he had the easy crossing he deserved.

I'm so grateful to have known you and Bucky here. You have no idea how much time I have spent studying his spreadsheet now that I have an acro cat of my own, or how many times I have referred others to his spreadsheet. Thank you for keeping up the spreadsheet even after you left LL. It has helped so many.
 
Thanks,

I knew I would screw something up. My brain is crazed for sure! When I saw that poster D did for "The Billionaire" I cracked up laughing. The Red Thingy left the room because I disturbed him.

Thanks for getting the link up and running. Not sure what I was doing wrong. :roll:

Carolyn, how do I fix that link in the original post? I tried but it's not working.
 
I am so sorry for the passing of Buckwheat. He was a gorgeous kitty. Fly Free Buckwheat>>>>>>>> rb_icon <<<<<<<<< Land Softly.
 
Hi Libby,

You are the eternal "cat rescue." Bless your heart. I will have to read up on Jazzy. Thank you for your kind words and it makes me feel good that someone else may have gotten some form of help from my dear Buckwheat and his SS. I have always felt badly that I couldn't have been here to help others but giving directions or instruction has never been one of my strong points. It's in my head but never comes out right.

There is a big void here but the Red Thingy is working on filling it. He is my constant shadow these days.

Thanks for stopping by.
 
Sharon,

So sorry that Sparky has returned from the "Falls." Perhaps there will be a return trip. Thanks for your response. Means a lot to me. Very lonely here these days. I knew the day would arrive but chose to focus on Buckwheat while he was the boss and controlled the household schedule. What a guy!
 
Hello Julie,

Thanks for letting me know about the "Loose Lips" condo. I feel like a newbie right now because I can't remember how to do anything and not familiar with new board forums.

I'm both shocked and pleased that his SS has helped so many others manage their cats. I had no idea. I got the best help ever from everyone here, the J team and especially jojo for teaching me and guiding me through how to manage an acro using R.

To hear that he is a Lantus Land legend makes me feel so gratified. Wowsers! My boy became famous. I always knew he was special. If ever a cat cat had to be afflicted with diabetes, he was the best cat to handle the disease. He was a love and allowed us to do whatever was necessary. He rarely complained and didn't run and hide. He just let us do our thing. So laid back. My heart is broken but my memories are full of joy.

Thanks for responding.
 
Thanks Vicky,

It's wonderful to know that he was loved by so many. Yesterday I turned around and thought I saw him by his cat tree by the kitchen. I know he's with me.
 
(((((KT)))))

Buckwheat has always been a favorite of mine, and I will miss his presence so much. I know that Bear Man was part of the group of old friends who welcomed at the Bridge.

You, too, have always been a good friend to us here, and I am glad to have reconnected with you. I wish that it were not under such sad circumstances.

I loved reading your old condo, and enjoyed seeing the photos again, especially the one of sweet Buckwheat as a kitten.

Fly free, Buckwheat. You will be missed.
 
He is special, he is well loved, and how could any of us not be completely taken by his green and blue nose! Those pictures always make me smile. I had forgotten that your last post was Buckwheat's birthday. He got a lot of cake! I hope you and DH are well and handling this stressful time as best you can.
 
Thanks Linda,

I'm so grateful to you for taking the time to look at his SS and contacting me. This has been the best therapy ever. Some tears, yes. But some smiles and laughter as well. Everyone here is the best and I have gotten such a warm welcome back. I miss "the good old days," but have been in a position to not be able to keep up. Now I'm trying to relearn how to navigate this board. BTW is lalalaLauntusland still operating? I guess that's what it was called.
 
Hey Sandy and BK,

Have never forgotten that "nail biting" day when you and Dian took BK for the ketoacidosis. We were all on the edge of our seats holding our breath. You and Dominic have obviously done a great job with BK and he must be the happiest kitty in the world.

Still haven't gotten back to Rhebs. Maybe when my life slows down I'll get there. Just what I need for my waistline. LOL!

Thanks for stopping by and glad to hear that BK is OTJ (at least that's what I think I read). Lots to catch up on.

Hope you and Patti/Lynn are still in contact.
 
KT So sorry to hear of Buckwheat's passing! You were a wonderful devoted bean to him, and he was so lucky to have had you--Cats certainly leave footprints on our hearts, especially FD cats.
Surely Cosmo, Bunny,Noisy, Bear Man, and so many GA kitties were there to meet him.
He was surely a famous LL kitty, and we will all remember him & his sweetness..
My heart hurts for you, but hope you find peace knowing what a great life you gave him--
Hugs & Love from us!
 
Hi Sienne and Gabby,

Thanks for posting. It's been difficult, especially getting my mother and younger brother moved to Texas and dealing with the loss of a special pet. There is a big hole in our hearts for sure but we do still have The Red Thingy, Red Trouble Cloud. We actually got Red Cloud to make sure Buckwheat would never be an only cat. The interesting thing is to see the continuing changes in Red Cloud since he is the "one and only." I think he was starved for attention and he is now my shadow like Buckwheat was. We do the best we can and move on.

I have truly missed everyone here and am so grateful so many remember my special Bucky Boy!
 
Lisa and Do Lou,

Thanks for sending your support. It means a great deal. It's how we humans get through these sad times.

You came to the board after I stopped posting. Sorry I wasn't here to welcome or help. Do Lou looks like a character. Of course, an Aby! Always wanted an Aby or Somali. We also used to show in CFA. Quite an interesting activity but can't say I/we miss showing cats. LOL! Lots of hard work. Buckwheat lucked out because he never had a bath and was never shown. But he did become diabetic. A curse and a blessing. It's a lot of work taking care of our babies but I wouldn't have wanted it any other way!
 
KT, I am so sorry for your loss of Buckwheat. I always loved his pictures. You are such a devoted mom. I am crying now.
I am never very good with words like this .. I'll just send (((((hugs)))) to you and family. I would like to see a picture of
The Red Thingy.

It would be nice to see you posting here, again :razz:
 
Hey Dyana,

Thanks for the reply. I will work on getting a few pics of the "Red Thingy" up. It's been hard for him too. He can't quite find his rhythm for eating. We are working on it. Red Thingy does like being the "one and only" but he's still having a struggle. Life goes on.
 
KT & Buckwheat said:
BTW is lalalaLauntusland still operating? I guess that's what it was called.
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Hi KT

Yes, LaLaLaLantus is still up and running, but it's a bit of a ghost town now, which is a shame. There is a link to it in my signature. I guess it became more acceptable to socialize in condos here in LL, and FB also provided an outlet for off-board socializing, so the Yuku board kind of died of neglect. There are still good threads over there with links and photos stuff. I am not sure if the Pool still works or not.
 
Please accept my condolences for the loss of your beloved baby. I know he's no longer in pain, and is playing with the others who have also GA. {{{{{{{{{{EXTREMEHUGS}}}}}}}}}}
 
KT & Buckwheat said:
Lisa and Do Lou,

Thanks for sending your support. It means a great deal. It's how we humans get through these sad times.

You came to the board after I stopped posting. Sorry I wasn't here to welcome or help. Do Lou looks like a character. Of course, an Aby! Always wanted an Aby or Somali. We also used to show in CFA. Quite an interesting activity but can't say I/we miss showing cats. LOL! Lots of hard work. Buckwheat lucked out because he never had a bath and was never shown. But he did become diabetic. A curse and a blessing. It's a lot of work taking care of our babies but I wouldn't have wanted it any other way!
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You used to show what part of the country are you in just curious since we have very good friends here that show maine coons they had a national winner just a few years back they do abys as well we do show in CFA not as much as years back partly due to finances I am a vet tech not working right now due to health issues and DH was laid off until this week for quite a while and my Do Lou is very much the character he is sooo my buddy we went out of town for the very first time last weekend to a cat show this was my first time going anywhere overnight since before his dx in fall of 09 so I was sooo freakin nervous but my DS did a fantastic job with him..
 
KT - I am so sorry to hear about Buckwheat. What a legend he was! And a beautiful one too. I hope that all the meories with comfort you. You gave him he best possible gift anyone could: fly free little one! You will be missed.
 
Dear KT,
I'm new here and so didn't know of Buckwheat before seeing this post.
My heart goes out to you and your DH. We may not know each other, but we're all family in loving our wonderful kitties. And what a handsome boy!

Wishing you peace and healing :YMHUG: :YMHUG: and an easy transition for mom.

Michelle, Jetson and the girls
 
((( KT )))

All this reminiscing is making me teary-eyed. Buckwheat's baby pic is so adorable, I can't believe he was a slug.
I know he got a warm welcome at the bridge, they're probably having a time of it reminiscing themselves.
 
I am so very sorry for your loss. Buckwheat was a very special kitty. Sending many many cyber hugs. Buckwheat is flying free now, whole and healthy over the Rainbow Bridge rb_icon
wings_cat
 
I am so sorry that you lost your sweet baby.... what a beautiful little face. My heart goes out to you but he will live in your memory forever and ever.
 
karen, so sorry that so many of us are now sisters in sorrow. our kitties were so well loved and knew it and became such a big part of our lives that the void is tremendous. i know cleo and our other GAs were there to give buckwheat a hero's welcome at the bridge.

glad you still feel buckwheat's presence. i feel cleo and harry around from time to time and it is such a comfort. (((Hugs & Tears))).

RIP, gorgeous boy.
 
ahhhh KT, so sorry for your loss. always loved looking at your beautiful Bucky. his personality really shines in his pic. you hang in there. i know how hard it is but you now have another little love that needs you. hugs
fly free Bucky boy
 
Karen,
I know i posted earlier regarding the passing of Buckwheat....just wanted you to know the other day i was looking at Rocket's OTJ party (sans video :( ) and i am glad i saved it as i look back and though it saddens me to see most of the oldtimers now gone....it fills my heart remembering when I too came to the board completely lost asking for help and you were there helping me....

I too remember the picture (your avatar) and how i loved the different colours on Buckwheats nose...

I am sorry for your loss of him....
 
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