CDalessandro wrote:
Ross, I am so sorry that you lost your Nate and Max. This is a harsh reality, and one that can be incredibly difficult to deal with. I hope you find peace in your memories.
RIP Nate and Max.
Carol
I really appreciate your kindness and words of understanding, Carol. I hope the pain noticeably improves soon because so far it’s really messing with my mind. I think I’m still in the shock, disbelief, and denial stage.
Ross Martin wrote:
I really appreciate your kindness and words of understanding, Carol. I hope the pain noticeably improves soon because so far it’s really messing with my mind. I think I’m still in the shock, disbelief, and denial stage.
Good morning, Ross. Six years ago, I lost my Rocky. He was days shy of his 18th birthday. I still mourn him, and when I read about Nate and Max, I knew. We love these fur babies unconditionally, and we open our hearts fully to receive and give love. Be patient and feel the feelings...it is hard that I know. Maybe Nate, Max, and Rocky are playing in rainbow heaven... So the tears are taking over, so I will close.
I hope you don't mind, but I am sharing a picture of my Rocky, who tolerated cats. I think he did because most were bigger than him.
Remember, he is no longer suffering or in pain. He is at peace, and I hope you find yours.
CDalessandro wrote:
Good morning, Ross. Six years ago, I lost my Rocky. He was days shy of his 18th birthday. I still mourn him, and when I read about Nate and Max, I knew. We love these fur babies unconditionally, and we open our hearts fully to receive and give love. Be patient and feel the feelings...it is hard that I know. Maybe Nate, Max, and Rocky are playing in rainbow heaven... So the tears are taking over, so I will close.
I hope you don't mind, but I am sharing a picture of my Rocky, who tolerated cats. I think he did because most were bigger than him.
Remember, he is no longer suffering or in pain. He is at peace, and I hope you find yours.
Thank you again, Carol! It really rings true about the unconditional love, both giving and receiving, and you’re right that I need to be patient with myself and allow the process to unfold over time. Your Rocky was a cutie! Look at those amazing ears.
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tjbel05 wrote:
Ross,
I am so sorry for your loss. It is never easy to let them go. You have a big virtual hug coming your way.
~Tammy
Thank you very much Tammy, your virtual hug has been gratefully received!
Sorry for your loss Ross. Nate appears to have been one lucky cat. I am reminded of what my uncle told me when our 1st dog had to be put down because of cancer. He said me, "We don't own our pets, they are on loan and truly become part of you - with all that that entails".
ctgoldwing wrote:
Sorry for your loss Ross. Nate appears to have been one lucky cat. I am reminded of what my uncle told me when our 1st dog had to be put down because of cancer. He said me, "We don't own our pets, they are on loan and truly become part of you - with all that that entails".
Awesome quote, thank you for sharing that. Yes, Nate was very blessed, we spoiled him daily. But he gave so much affection to us.
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Ross Martin wrote:
Awesome quote, thank you for sharing that. Yes, Nate was very blessed, we spoiled him daily. But he gave so much affection to us.
I DO love this composition Ross!
I will plagerize a saying on grief....Suzanne and I lost our last "children" years ago. Life circumstances prohibit us from birthing a new "4 legged child"....but the grief does NOT end with their passing...
"Grief is the price we pay for love," "To live in hearts we leave behind is not to die," and "Grief changes shape, but it never ends."...."
Danpbphoto wrote:
Congrats on Nate's Featured Thread win Ross!
A great tribute to a great friend, child and parent!!
Dan
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Danpbphoto wrote:
I DO love this composition Ross!
I will plagerize a saying on grief....Suzanne and I lost our last "children" years ago. Life circumstances prohibit us from birthing a new "4 legged child"....but the grief does NOT end with their passing...
"Grief is the price we pay for love," "To live in hearts we leave behind is not to die," and "Grief changes shape, but it never ends."...."
Dan
Thank you, Dan! I am so thankful Nate was honored ❤️
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