Nigel is gone

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It is with many tears falling that I write this. Nigel left me this afternoon around 1:00. I was transferring him from the ER hospital to his new Vets for follow up bloodwork and probably bringing him home for continuing subq treatment when he just slipped away quietly on the 5 minute or so ride. He was meowing and fussy when we got into the car and I lifted the top lid of his carrier to pet him. After a bit he tried to climb out so I lowered the lid on him. He laid down and breifly pushed his paws at the front door of the carrier so I put my hand there with my fingers through and he rested his mouth against them. We may have had a minute or two left to get to the Vets at that point and I was reading the ER report. When we pulled into the parking lot my husband said "awww, he's sleeping" to which I said "are you sure he isn't dead?" His reply was "oh, Lori". And Nigel had left me. No time to say goodbye or tell him that I loved him. Just gone. I said that maybe he was waiting for me and that's why he left when he did. I ended up taking him inside and did get to talk to his Vet who said there was no indication on that ER report to warrant this happening. His best guesses were a bloodclot or something that caused a heart arythmia (sp) and his heart just stopped. On the ride home I also called the ER Vet who released him and she was shocked to hear that news. She said that he was very stable today and gave no indication that anything was wrong. She gave me the same guesses as my Vet. She felt very bad.

I know that everything that could have been down was done for him this past weekend. Prior to this weekend, I hold alot of anger at his old Vet. I have learned a hard lesson at Nigel's expense. My consolation right now is that Nigel is no longer suffering. It would have been nice to bring him home so he could enjoy laying outside again and be bugging me non-stop but evidently he had other plans. His leaving was peaceful and quiet. He rests now forever outside under my bedroom window. I will miss him so much and my mornings will be so QUIET without his persistent meowing to be fed. He so loved to eat!

This group has been amazing to me in the few short months since I joined and very supportive in the last few days. There are no words. I wish you all the best with your babies. Tell them you love them tonight. And thank you so very much for being there.
 
(((((Lorraine))))
i'm so sorry to find out of Nigel's passing....after i read your update over the weekend with his numbers coming down...i was hopeful things would be ok...

i'm at a loss for words....you did your very best to make sure Nigel was fine....

I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers in this very difficult time....


Fly Free Nigel wings_cat you have many friends awaiting you at the bridge to show you around!
 
Hugs and hearts Loriane... Please know that he knows you loved him with all your heart and soul. He knows you did everything you could for him and he will always be with you in your heart.

Fly free sweet Nigel your mommy loved you dearly
 
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Lorraine, my deepest and most heartfelt sympathy on the loss of your beloved Nigel. Just so sad to read this after all you tried to do to help him and I, for one, am so thankful you were with him. He knew you were there and he didn't pass alone in a cage. My heart goes out to you and your husband on this painful loss.

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((((Lorraine)))) I'm so sorry...you both went through so much. I does sound as though he was waiting for you.

One day you will meet again at the Bridge.

Fly free sweet boy...you earned those beautiful wings.
 
I'm so sorry for your loss. I am glad that you were with him and i'll bet he was too.
My mom and 2 of her brothers have heart arythmeia (or however the heck you spell it). It's hard enough on a human who can tell you about the problems they ae having, but it must be extra hard for a cat. My mom had surgery in January to help fix the problem, as the meds were not keeping her out of the hospital 2x in the past 15 months trying to get her heart back into rythum.

Hugs from cedric and prayers from me.
 
oh Lorraine. I am so sorry. there was some hope there and you did all that you could. I think Nigel was waiting for you and he picked his time. with his head in your hand. he spared you the decision. I wish things turned out differently but Nigel obviously had other plans.
he is at peace now and pain free. Know you did everything possible for our POP goes the Nigel. he was and is loved and always will be. Bless you for at least giving him a chance
 
(((((Lorraine and husband))))) I am so sorry for your loss. You fought so hard for Nigel.

Fly free, sweet one, and whisper of your love. wings_cat
 
I am so sorry to hear this news. My heart goes out to you. Big tears.
You are a good mom, and you did everything you could. (((HUGS))).
Fly Free Sweet Nigel.
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Oh Lorraine!

I am so sorry for your loss, I was really hoping that Nigel would turn the corner and get to come home. But he knew he was loved and he left in his own time, and in his own way surrounded by those he loved and that loved him, with his head resting on the hand he knew meant love. But, oh, what large cat-shaped holes they leave in our hearts. I wish I had the words to make your pain go away, but there aren't those words in any known language. But he is free from pain, he is running free again, healthy and happy again and will be waiting for you when you meet again.

Fly Free dearest Nigel...Muse and Onyx will meet you at the Bridge.

Mel, Maxwell and The Fur Gang
 
I just saw your post today as I've been trying to stay away since Splitzie moved on. Huge hugs to you and I'm sure Splitzie was there waiting for Nigel. Of course along with the rest of the sweeties flying with sugar wings from here. Sending an extra candle to light for Nigel.

Kathy

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(((((((((((((((((((((((((LORRAINE)))))))))))))))))))))))

Sending many many cyber hugs. I am so very sorry for your loss. Nigel is flying free now, whole and healthy over the Rainbow Bridge. He knows you did everything you could for him. rb_icon

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I am so sorry to hear of Nigel's passing. But at least it was peaceful with his lips against your fingers.

Fly free Nigel
 
I am so sorry to hear of Nigel's passing. I know he waited until you could be with him before he left. My prayers are with you.

Pattie
 
lorraine, This is my first time on this site and now I believe that my sick cat baby, Luna, is not the only reason I was drawn here... I am so sorry for you loss and know that no words can make things right at this time.
I do want to share with you a re-occuring experience of mine since my SAMCAT left me after 22 years....
Since her passing 5 years ago, there have been times when I KNOW that she is here with me. The main reason I know this is because sometimes at night She walks across my belly(just like she always did in life whenever she wanted me to get up and feed her!). i know that it is my Sam because each time I'm awakened because of a cat walking across me, I always immediately look to see if it is Luna, my new cat. Luna is never around when Sam comes to visit.

At first I was just in awe and would cry because I missed her so much. But now I know, WITHOUT A DOUBT, that Sam
Is still with me and letting me know it! Since I adopted Luna, Sam doesn't come around as much as before, but does still
Every now and then. and when she does I feel so happy and so BLESSED!

I'm writing this to you to let you know that I'm just sure that your Nigel is still with you, watching over you and wants to comfort you. Please keep an open mind and heart and talk to Nigel (probably best to do when no one else is around)
Just as you used to speak to him when he was in physical form. It is quite possible that he will let you know that he is around.
Don't be discouraged if it takes a while or even if you never actually FEEL him. Animals, ESPECIALLY pets who are greatly loved in life, tend to re-incarnate quickly. so, if you go to a shelter (or where ever) to look for a new kitty, you may be pleasently surprised when the kitty picks YOU!

i hope this helps some while dealing with your loss.
GOD Bless you.....and Nigel
 
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