Skinky is gone...

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skinky44

skinky44

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My sweet, tough as heck, little girl Skinky got her wings on Saturday.

I got a lot of information and support from the FDMB community which helped in making Skinky's last few months enjoyable and hopeful. Dyanna, Squeaky, Critter Mom, Scotty's Mom, Rhiannon, Ann, Mel you guys really stand out in helping me with support/information/treatments that I previously had no clue about beforehand...she was my first cat who ever got any illness...and oh boy she kept me busy. I know there are a few others that I might be forgetting - and I'm sorry about that.

She took a turn on Thursday where I could see that she was, at this point, in a good deal of discomfort. Her little hind legs just were not supporting her enough. It was at THIS point that I felt her quality of life had greatly diminished and that there was little chance of her making another great Skinky come back.

The only positive thing that I can say from this turn of events was that it did make me realize how premature it would've been to give her that "final gift" sooner. So many wrote that "you will know when it's time". I thought those words trite at the time, but I realize now that they are so very true. I am so happy that I did not prematurely end her life. From seeing her in true discomfort, I can see that it would've been lazy and cruel to have ended her life prematurely. It would've haunted me for a lifetime. NO ONE knows their pet like their owner. Although it was an awful lot of work, I am so grateful that I took the time to make her as comfortable and healthy as I could during her last few months. It was the least I could do for the lifetime of happiness and devotion that she gave me.

RIP my sweet, sweet little girl.
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Oh, (((Laura))),

I am very saddened by this news. But my goodness, what a brave fight you fought for your girl. Nobody could have fought harder.
It's always such a tough call knowing when to help one of our kitties 'across the bridge'; trying to strike a balance between 'maintaining quality of life for as long as possible', and 'knowing when it's time to end suffering'. But you recognized that point, and you set her free from her ailing body.

Bless you, Laura, for your love and devotion to Skinky. And bless you, 'Skinky in spirit', for all that you gave to Laura.

With love,

Eliz x
 
Squeaky and KT said:
HUGE BIG LOOOOOOOOONG HUG Laura....she'll always live in your heart AND on your shoulder.

Soar high on your new angel wings sweet girl....landing softly right back in Mama's broken heart.

Another huge hug Laura,
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Thank you Lyresa. You're so sweet.
 
I've followed your story from your earliest posts and am shedding tears for you now. I am so very sorry for your loss. Skinky was incredibly lucky to have such a deeply committed and loving mom, and I know you feel just as lucky to have had her in your life. Rest well, sweet Skinky.
 
((((Laura))))

So sorry it finally came time to send Skinky on her way, but you sure couldn't have fought a better fight than you did and then, when the time was right, you made the most unselfish of decisions to release her

Nobody could love her more than you did.

Soar high on your new golden wings dear Skinky! There's lots of friends to meet at the Bridge to show you around and play with! Send your mama a sign that you're whole, well and feeling great and waiting for the time when she'll join you! cat_wings>o
 
nancy and scotty said:
Laura, I am so sorry you had to say goodby to Skinky, I am so glad you did have these final months with her.
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thank you Nancy...and thanks for cheering us on. You're words of support came at an extremely low point and was GREATLY appreciated. Again, thank you so much..
 
ramonaghan said:
I've followed your story from your earliest posts and am shedding tears for you now. I am so very sorry for your loss. Skinky was incredibly lucky to have such a deeply committed and loving mom, and I know you feel just as lucky to have had her in your life. Rest well, sweet Skinky.
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Thank you. She was a fighter since day one when she was abandoned and never stopped fighting, right till the end. Loved her so much...
thank you..
 
Elizabeth and Bertie said:
Oh, (((Laura))),

I am very saddened by this news. But my goodness, what a brave fight you fought for your girl. Nobody could have fought harder.
It's always such a tough call knowing when to help one of our kitties 'across the bridge'; trying to strike a balance between 'maintaining quality of life for as long as possible', and 'knowing when it's time to end suffering'. But you recognized that point, and you set her free from her ailing body.

Bless you, Laura, for your love and devotion to Skinky. And bless you, 'Skinky in spirit', for all that you gave to Laura.

With love,

Eliz x
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Thanks Eliz...she was worth the fight... :)
 
Laura, so sad that you've had to say good-by to Skinky. She really was a fighter & you did everything you could to support her and give her the strength to fight as long as possible.. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Nancy
 
I'm very sorry for your loss and the pain your going through, may you find comfort in all the wonderful memories the two of you shared over the years.
Rest in peace sweet girl. :rb_icon:
 
Critter Mom said:
((((Laura and Spirit Skinky))))

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My heart aches for you, Laura ...

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Thank you Aine. I'm glad I wasn't swayed and gave her the extra time to enjoy her life and her special person. You've been a true champion and source of strength for me. I wish you and Saoirse a long healthy life together...thanks again my friend.
 
Yes, your right it's all my fault and you can blame me.
Continued prayers going out too you in this time of grief.
Take care.
 
So sorry for your loss. I prayed for a miracle but it was just not to be. You did get a small miracle and that was extra time with your baby. Skinky is free now, prayers for a calm heart and soul.
 
Oh my, Big Tears for the poem from BlameTheCats and Hannah.
I am so sorry Laura (((((((BIG Hugs)))))))) You were such a good mom to Skinky, and she appreciated it very much, and loved you and still does. I know she was very lucky to you have you and you guys were a good team.
R.I.P. little Skinky. You will be with your mom again, one day.
 
I'm so sorry to hear about your loss. You took such very good care of Skinky throughout this last very difficult period. I'm sure she appreciated your love and care greatly, just as you appreciated her love and caring.
 
(((Laura))), I am so sorry that you had to say goodbye to sweet Skinky. I know how much you two loved each other. Bless you.

Fly free, sweet Skinky and enjoy your new life beyond the Rainbow Bridge. Don't forget to send your mama little signs that you're ok and that you love her. She'll need those reminders because I know she'll be missing you lots.
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Laura, I'm so sorry for your loss. I've followed your posts and saw how hard you fought for Skinky. She was so lucky to have you in her life.
Sending you big hugs!
 
Laura you and Skinky put up one heck of a fight. Who could ask for more. At least you know you did everything possible to save her. Sending Hugs for you Laura. It's never easy having to say good-bye to a beloved pet. Take Care of your self now you deserve it.
 
Dusty Bones said:
So sorry for your loss. I prayed for a miracle but it was just not to be. You did get a small miracle and that was extra time with your baby. Skinky is free now, prayers for a calm heart and soul.
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Thanks Dusty Bones. She was a wonderful little kitty...
 
Dyana said:
Oh my, Big Tears for the poem from BlameTheCats and Hannah.
I am so sorry Laura (((((((BIG Hugs)))))))) You were such a good mom to Skinky, and she appreciated it very much, and loved you and still does. I know she was very lucky to you have you and you guys were a good team.
R.I.P. little Skinky. You will be with your mom again, one day.
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thanks lovely Dyana,

We were definitely a great team. i'm SO happy that i had the extra time with her and that I waited until she actually did take a REAL turn for the worse. If I had brought her in before that, with her inquisitive nature and bright eye looking at me, I would've felt horrible for the rest of my life. She was tired when I brought her in. It was time. And that gave me a lot of peace and wiped away any negative feelings I might have had if I had brought her in any earlier than that. Gosh I would've been haunted. We are both at peace now.
 
Peg and Toby said:
Laura you and Skinky put up one heck of a fight. Who could ask for more. At least you know you did everything possible to save her. Sending Hugs for you Laura. It's never easy having to say good-bye to a beloved pet. Take Care of your self now you deserve it.
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Yes, am REALLY trying to take care of me now. i've put so much of her things away. I can't quite bring myself to putting away her little sweater I would put on her to make sure she was warm, or her little lined rainjacket with hood for our festive syringe feeding festivals. seeing those two pieces, just brings me to tears. She's look so funny walking in the hallway wtih these little threads on.
 
ursa68 said:
Laura, I'm so sorry for your loss. I've followed your posts and saw how hard you fought for Skinky. She was so lucky to have you in her life.
Sending you big hugs!
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Thank you. I was the lucky one. She was a special and devoted cat. Really, devoted to anyone that would feed her...but I know she always felt safe with me. when she was sill she would alwys look for me or come up to sit next to me...hardly ever would she go in a corner to be by herself. she was my little loving baby munchkin.
 
Deborah & Shasta said:
(((Laura))), I am so sorry that you had to say goodbye to sweet Skinky. I know how much you two loved each other. Bless you.

Fly free, sweet Skinky and enjoy your new life beyond the Rainbow Bridge. Don't forget to send your mama little signs that you're ok and that you love her. She'll need those reminders because I know she'll be missing you lots.
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Thank you Deborah. :)
 
bsmith said:
I'm so sorry to hear about your loss. You took such very good care of Skinky throughout this last very difficult period. I'm sure she appreciated your love and care greatly, just as you appreciated her love and caring.
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I think she did. She was an amazing little trooper baby with the constitution of a Mike Tyson, minus the psycho element.
Best kitty ever
 
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