GA Chuck is waiting for me at the rainbow bridge.

Discussion in 'Lantus / Levemir / Biosimilars' started by StephG, Dec 26, 2018.

  1. StephG

    StephG Well-Known Member

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    I had to let Chuck go today. His CKD progressed fast and he went downhill quick.
    He ended up on 3.5 units of insulin. He only weighed 8 1/4 pounds (lost 2 pounds on two months). He stopped eating and his breathing was fast and labored.
    My heart is shattered into a million pieces.
    Hug and kiss your babies a little extra tonight.
     

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  2. carfurby (GA)

    carfurby (GA) Well-Known Member

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    I'm so sorry. Fly free Chuck. Sending prayers. :bighug::bighug::bighug:
     
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  3. Ella & Rusty & Stu(GA)

    Ella & Rusty & Stu(GA) Well-Known Member

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    Dear Steph, We are so sorry that it was Chuck's time. At the Bridge he will be "in good paws" with all of his GA friends until that wonderful day when you will be reunited, exactly like in the "Cat's prayer" .
    Fly free, handsome Chuck! cat_wings>o You are much loved.

    In deepest sympathy,
    Ella & Edward, Rusty (GA) and Stu (GA)
     
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  4. Kris & Teasel

    Kris & Teasel Well-Known Member

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    Steph: :bighug::bighug::bighug::bighug::bighug:
     
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  5. Chris & China (GA)

    Chris & China (GA) Well-Known Member

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    So sorry to hear this news Steph....and I totally understand the heartbreak you're feeling too with the recent loss of China.

    I'm sure she'll be there to welcome Chuck as he starts his new adventure at the Bridge.

    Fly free sweet Chuck and land softly cat_wings>o
     
  6. Chubba (GA)

    Chubba (GA) Well-Known Member

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    I’m so sorry. :bighug::bighug::bighug:
    :rb_icon:
     
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  7. Judy and Boomer

    Judy and Boomer Well-Known Member

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    Steph, I am so very sorry it was Chuck's time to cross.:bighug::bighug::bighug::bighug::bighug:
     
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  8. Hroswitha

    Hroswitha Well-Known Member

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    cat_wings>oWe lost two fur babies in the last year and a half. Each one is a heartbreak, and a lot of tearful debate over whether it is time or not. A dear friend of mine, a vet with long experience, told me that if you are questioning whether it's too early, it's time. Better to let them go before the pain is too extreme.

    I can't tell you how sad I am for your loss. I will hug my dear little sugar kitty extra tight tonight, and be even more tolerant of her imperious demands. One day, I will be glad I tried to make all her days good ones.

    As you did for your lovely Chuck.
     
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  9. Bobbie And Bubba

    Bobbie And Bubba Well-Known Member

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    (((Oh Steph! )))))) I am so very sorry that it was Chuck's time to leave. It is never easy when we need to help them cross.

    Sending lots of hugs to you and yours and comfort vines of peace. :bighug::bighug::bighug::bighug::bighug:
     
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  10. Mandarin'sMom

    Mandarin'sMom Well-Known Member

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    I am so incredibly sorry that it was Chuck's time to get his wings. :bighug::bighug::bighug:
     
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  11. Moms2Tigger&Blu

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  12. Beenie (GA)

    Beenie (GA) Well-Known Member

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    :(I’m sorry (((Steph)))

    Fly free Chuck, land softly. You’ll be in good paws at bridge :bighug:
     
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  13. Sharon14

    Sharon14 Well-Known Member

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    Steph I’m so very sorry :bighug::bighug::bighug::bighug:
    Fly Free Sweet Chuck:rb_icon:
     
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  14. Marje and Gracie

    Marje and Gracie Senior Member Moderator

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    I’m so very sorry, Steph. May you find peace knowing that you gave him the ultimate gift of love.

    Gentle Journey, Chuck cat_wings>o:rb_icon:
     
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  15. Bronx's dad (GA)

    Bronx's dad (GA) Well-Known Member

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    I am so sorry Steph. Chuck was such a fighter. cat_wings>o
     
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  16. Mandy & Rex (GA)

    Mandy & Rex (GA) Well-Known Member

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    I'm very sorry. :bighug::bighug::bighug:
     
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  17. Bron and Sheba (GA)

    Bron and Sheba (GA) Well-Known Member

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    I am so sorry to hear this news Steph.:bighug::bighug::bighug:
    It is so hard to let our precious furbabies go.
    Fly free Chuck and land softly at the rainbow bridge:rb_icon:cat_wings>o
     
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  18. Kylee and Her Mom Renee'

    Kylee and Her Mom Renee' Member

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    So sad. My heart breaks for you and your beloved Chuck. Life hurts sometime. Hugs and prayers hun.
     
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  19. Idjit's mom

    Idjit's mom Well-Known Member

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    Steph, so very sorry to read that Chuck has crossed the Rainbow Bridge. Peace and comfort for your grieving heart. cat_wings>o:bighug::bighug::bighug:
     
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  20. StephG

    StephG Well-Known Member

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    I'm so sorry for your loss. :bighug:
     
  21. StephG

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    :bighug: Thank you all for your kind words.
    We thought there might be a chance to save him but he got worse at the vet. She loved him too. We cried together.
    This is so true. I cried the whole way to the vet and feel like I've been crying since then.
    We loved him and spoiled him. Especially since last night when we knew he was sick and not just hypo.
    I keep looking for him out of habit. My civvie is looking for him. I honestly feel a little lost. I had a similar feeling after losing my other cat that had around the clock care for CHF.
    I wish we could keep them longer. :(
     
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  22. Sandi&Maxine&Whispy(GA)

    Sandi&Maxine&Whispy(GA) Well-Known Member

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    CKD is so so hard to deal with, it took our three oldest in the course of 12 months, but all in non-diabetics. What a great job you did with Chuck having both.

    I've always loved his pic -- what a handsome gent he was!

    Our sincerest condolences :bighug:
    Sandi & Whisper.
     
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  23. majandra

    majandra Well-Known Member

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    So sorry
    :bighug:
     
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  24. PussCatPrince - GA

    PussCatPrince - GA Well-Known Member

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    I know. Forever and always ...innit.

    I am so sorry Chuck has taken the final journey. He remains one very fine chap & I would love to see more pics of him when you feel able.
    On top of loss it is also a rotten time of year to deal with that.

    If I could sweep up your shattered heart and heal that pain I would.

    Take care

    M
     
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  25. Barbara & Uncle (GA)

    Barbara & Uncle (GA) Well-Known Member

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    Oh Steph, SO very sorry to hear about Chuck. I haven't been on the board consistently and I didn't
    know you were dealing with CKD as well. It's so hard and seems we never have them long enough.
    You and Chuck are in my thoughts tonight :bighug:
     
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  26. Wendy&Neko

    Wendy&Neko Senior Member Moderator

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    {{{Steph}}} I am so sorry it was Chuck’s time to earn his angel wings. :bighug::bighug::bighug: It can be so hard to look after a cat with multiple conditions. You did a wonderful job looking after him, but it can take a toll on the caregiver too. Take care of you too. Chuck would have wanted that.

    It’s never long enough. cat_wings>o
     
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  27. JanetNJ

    JanetNJ Well-Known Member

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    So sorry it was time to say goodbye. Never easy but even harder at the holidays
     
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  28. Bellasmom

    Bellasmom Well-Known Member

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    I am so sorry for your loss:bighug::bighug: fly free sweet Chuckcat_wings>o
     
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  29. Sue and Luci

    Sue and Luci Well-Known Member

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    I'm so sorry to read this sad news...I'm sure he's already catching his share of butterflies across the bridge...
    take solace that the pain is all yours now...he has it no longer. Sending prayers and vines to help you heal:bighug::bighug:...I know how difficult this time is...we've all been there...cat_wings>o
     
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  30. Shoeskitty-GA

    Shoeskitty-GA Well-Known Member

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    So sorry that it was Chuck's time to leave...:bighug::bighug::bighug:
     
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  31. Carol in Chicago

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    I'm so very sorry for your loss. He knew he was loved and will be dearly missed.
     
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  32. Pamela & Amethyst

    Pamela & Amethyst Well-Known Member

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    So sorrycat_wings>o:rb_icon:
     
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  33. JeffJ

    JeffJ Well-Known Member

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    Chuck was loved and knew the comfort of a great home. May your sweet kitteh fly freely and land softly at the Bridge, waiting for you there.cat_wings>o
     
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  34. Hogan

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    I'm so sorry. It's always a devastating thing to have to do. You did everything you could to save him, but sadly, sometimes it's just not possible.
     
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  35. Paigeworthy

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    You did so much for him while you were together. Wishing you peace.
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  36. Yvonne & Andy &BJ (GA)

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    So sorry - RIP little guy!:bighug:
     
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  37. FurBabiesMama

    FurBabiesMama Well-Known Member

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    I'm sorry, Steph. :(:bighug:
     
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  38. JeanW

    JeanW Member

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    I'm so so sorry. It's so painful. :bighug::bighug::bighug:

    I know you will see him again one day.
     
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  39. Amanda and a Loudogg

    Amanda and a Loudogg Well-Known Member

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    Oh Steph, I am so sorry it was Chuck's time to leave you. My heart aches for the pain you are feeling right now. Sending you many hugs and vines of love, comfort, and peace. Fly free sweet boy. :bighug::bighug::bighug:
     
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  40. Joanne&TinySole

    Joanne&TinySole Well-Known Member

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    So hard to let them go...such heartache, and we all feel it with you. I think Chuck and Tiny could be siblings...what a handsome fellow, that Chuck. I am so very, very sorry for your loss. Please take very good care of yourself and be kind to yourself too. We all try so hard to keep them healthy and do all we can for our kits, and you were no exception, Steph. Much love and peace to you.
     
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  41. jayla-n-Drevon

    jayla-n-Drevon Well-Known Member

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    I am so sorry....Chuck will be watching for you because of you he had a wonderful life....:bighug:
     
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  42. StephG

    StephG Well-Known Member

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  44. Susan&Felix(GA)

    Susan&Felix(GA) Well-Known Member

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    I'm sorry for your loss of your beautiful kittyman. It hurts so much to go through this. Thank you for sharing the slideshow tribute.:bighug:
     
  45. Darwin H.

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    Few words StephG. Just empathy and mucho sympathy. All the BS I get mad about falls away when I have multiple cats and my own health worries to juggle. I don't know who is more fortunate, the lovely cats or I who take care of them and they of me. Peace.
     
  46. Tom & Thomas (GA)

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    What a sweet, handsome guy your Chuck is, and always will be.
     
  47. Kris & Teasel

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    Such a great kitty! Loved the slideshow, Steph. :bighug::bighug::bighug:
     
  48. Teresa & Buddy

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    I am so sorry to hear of Chuck's passing. No matter how long we have our kitties, we are never ready to let them go.
     

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