Mitten has Joined Bailey (GA) et. el.

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Larry and Kitties

Larry and Kitties

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rb_icon This morning I said goodbye to Mitten. She arrived in my home seven years, six months and fourteen days ago from Chicago. She was transported my Imom. I remember since it was the day after Christmas. She was my first adopted diabetic kitty.

It was a rocky beginning since at first she would not eat much and I could not test her since she would not allow it. After she started eating I gave her her standard five units of U insulin. An hour or so later she was lethargic and when I tested her she was Lo. Off to the ER. She recovered nicely and was well on about two units of U.

She did well for six years or so and then was loosing weight. After starting budesonide she did well again. Then about four months ago she started coughing. She was diagnosed with congestive heart failure. She did well at first with Lasix but her appetite went down even with appetite stimulants. For the last month I was syringe feeding her about one 5.5 oz can twice a day. Over the last few days she really went down hill. She would spend most of her time lying on her side. Yesterday evening her HR was about 200 in that position. She was even more lethargic this morning. I was a peaceful crossing. I was surprised how much liquid come out of her nostrils after she passed.

Thanks everybody for the support over the many years.
 
(((Larry))) I am so sorry. Mitten was so lucky to have you and you to have her, she had the ultimate gift in having you as her dad. Fly free sweet (((Mitten))), keep an eye on your dad and visit once in a while.
 
((((((Larry)))))

I am so sorry that it was Mitten's time to leave you but she was so blessed to have you for a dad and you to have her. She leaves behind a long legacy of you caring for these wonderful extra sweet babies, and in turn you helping all of us care for ours.

Fly high and Free sweet girl you will be sorely missed. Watch over your dad and visit often.

Mel, Maxwell and The Fur Gang
 
Dear Larry,

I am so sorry for your loss of Mitten. You are such a wonderful soul to take care of so many kitties; especially the ones that need special attention. I know that Mitten loved and appreciated you for that. I also know that you have had many losses lately and hope that you can find peace in the coming days. Sending prayers to you and your family.

Judy, Jake, Civvie Boomer, & Emma the beagle
 
(((((Larry))))) Sweet Mitten, fly free girl, knowing how much Larry loved you. wings_cat
 
I agree. At the Bridge where they are whole again. My Midora will show them the ropes!
Sorry for your loss, Larry. :cry:
 
Larry, I am so sorry for your loss of Mittens.

You've had quite a few feline losses in the last year, and I hope you find solace in the great care you have given your many cats.

(((Larry))) and angel wings for Mittens.

Peace,

Claudia
 
Love the name Mittens and I'm very sorry for your loss Larry. You took very good care of her as you have so many others. Bless you! Your heart is very big and I'm sure Mittens knew how much you loved her.
 
I'm so sorry for your loss, Larry. I don't know you, but I think you are extra extra special.
My heart goes out to you.

Fly Free, Beautiful Mitten girl

(((Larry and furfamily)))
 
((( Larry )))

I'm sorry it was time for Mitten's to cross/ There is one more guardian angel that has known your love and kindness.
 
Larry-
So sorry to hear about your Mitten. It's never an easy thing to say goodbye, but she did her best to stay with you for as long as she could. It's never long enough though. The pain and heartache is still the same whether our time with them is short or lengthy. I am sorry that you have lost someone so special to you. You gave her the best life! Take comfort in that and remember her with smiles.
 
(((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((LARRY)))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))

Wrapping you in cyber hugs. Mitten is a special girl, I am so sorry for your loss. Mitten is flying free now, whole and healthy over the Rainbow Bridge with the other special board kitties. rb_icon

wings_cat
 
Larry, I am so sorry for your lost. Mitten was lucky to have you to care for her in the last six plus years. Be free Mittens.
 
Dearest Larry,

I remember when you adopted Mitten. I remember being floored by you adopting a diabetic cat. I remember pondering for days what kind of heart and soul would willingly do that...

Yet, that's exactly what your heart and soul did for Mitten.

She knew your love and loved you back. She smiled your smile. And, she carries your love and smiles in her heart at The Bridge.

Please accept my heartfelt condolences and deepest sympathies, dearest Larry. Even a heart as wondrous as yours needs to grieve. Please be gentle with yourself. Please know that her love endures in that place in your heart that she will forever own...























Fly free, precious Mitten! Soar high on your glorious new wings! Send your love to your dad in his dreams... Let him know you're okay now and dancing with Grey Ghost and Bailey... Tell him the gift of love is the greatest gift of all... You can do that. Just tell him, precious girl...












Much love and countless gentle hugs,
Deb and Nikki -- and, Giz, having catnip tea with Mitten when her dance card is free...









Solace

From the silence of your pain I heard my name
and on the wings of light I have come
to see the sadness in your eyes
that cry without tears.

Can you see me? I am here.

I will always be near you
to calm your shattered heart
and to make you smile at the memories.

Do you feel me, perhaps a soft brush of fur?

You ache to believe it's real
but you are afraid to hope.

You brush away a strand of hair
But it was I, whispering.....

I am only here for but a moment;
The silver thread gently quivers.
I will leave behind my love in a dream.

When you awaken, and without really knowing why
Your heart will know at last
That it is all right, for now
to say good-bye.

Copyright © Lisa Carmel Singer Printed with permission
 
Larry, i am so sorry about Mitten.
This makes my heart cry.
You are such a sweet soul to so many little kitties you have adopted.
How lucky they have been! cat_pet_icon
Hugs to you.
 
Larry, I am so sorry. Because of you, Mitten had seven and a half years of love and joy that would have been otherwise stolen from her. It is never long enough, but her life was richer and longer and happier because of the day you decided to take a chance on her. Thank you for that.

Safe journey, sweet Mitten. You were loved and you will be missed.
 
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