GA 9/27 Harvey is Flying Free

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  1. Tricia Cinco(GA) & Harvey

    Tricia Cinco(GA) & Harvey Well-Known Member

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    Thank you to everyone that visited yesterday's condo today and left good wishes and vines. Unfortunately, even that wasn't enough to save him.

    The ophthalmologist said he was severely dehydrated, which I suspected, and that I should get him to UCD. I did, and after the ER doctor examined him, she brought in Dr. Lim to see him. They both agreed that, even if they could get him rehydrated and his electrolytes back in balance, this is something that would continue to happen and he would have no QOL. There was really nothing more to be done for him, and I absolutely did not want him to keep going through this, so I called Mark, and when he got there we set Harvey free.

    To say I am devastated would be an understatement. I waited several hours to post this because I couldn't get through it. To lose one furbaby is heartbreaking, to lose two is shattering. To lose four in just 8 months is beyond comprehension. I'm going to be a wreck for a while, so please bear with me. I'll be back when I can. Right now I just want to curl up in a corner and hide.

    Thank you all so much for your continued support. This is the most amazing place. The ER doctor kept saying what wonderful care we took of Harvey, and how lucky he was to be ours. Dr. Lim said the same thing. I told them I couldn't have done it without my FDMB family. I've learned so much here, and that made it possible for me to keep my kitties going when they might have been lost. I can never repay the debt I owe to you all, but I'll try. :bighug::bighug::bighug:

    Hug your kitties tight tonight and tell them how precious they are to you. Their little lives are so fragile and you never know when it will be their time to cross the bridge. :(

    Sending healing vines to all in need, and hugs to all their beans. :bighug:

    Fly free, my beloved psycho kitty, and land softly. :rb_icon:
     
  2. Madrona and Leda (GA)

    Madrona and Leda (GA) Well-Known Member

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    I'm so sorry. How generous and kind of you to let him go when he needed to. Sending gentle healing vines to you and yours. :bighug::bighug::bighug:
     
  3. Chris & China (GA)

    Chris & China (GA) Well-Known Member

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    ((((Tricia and Mark))))

    No words right now....only tears
     
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  4. Red & Rover (GA)

    Red & Rover (GA) Well-Known Member

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    ((((Tricia and Mark))))

    So glad that you and Harvey had a weekend in "his" chair. I'm sure he's right back there in spirit. He had great beans.
     
  5. Josie & Ripley (GA)

    Josie & Ripley (GA) Well-Known Member

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    (((Tricia and Mark)))
    Though my heart hurts, it has love for you and your sweet HarveyBoy -- for all of your furbabies. You have been role-model beans for so many here. Take time to take care of yourselves, to heal. I'm so very sorry.
    :bighug::bighug::bighug::bighug::bighug::bighug::bighug::bighug::bighug::bighug::bighug::bighug:

    Fly free, Darling Harvey, and land softly.
    :rb_icon:


     
  6. Erica & Carter

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    So sorry Tricia. :(:bighug:
     
  7. Bron and Sheba (GA)

    Bron and Sheba (GA) Well-Known Member

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    Oh ((((Trish))))) and ((((Mark)))).
    I am so very very sorry. You have been the most amazing and wonderful beans to your fur babies.
    I am so glad Harvey got to come home with you. Helping him fly free was a loving thing to do....but I know how heart wrenching it is to do.
    Fly free beautiful boy and land softly at the rainbow bridge where you will get a huge welcome:rb_icon:cat_wings>o
    :bighug::bighug::bighug:
     
  8. Kako & Tux

    Kako & Tux Well-Known Member

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    Tears don't stop and I don't have a word to say....
    ((((((((((((Tricia))))))))))))
     
  9. Gussie's mom (GA)

    Gussie's mom (GA) Well-Known Member

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    No words either...just tears and hugs and a heart that is hurting for yours...:bighug::bighug::bighug::bighug::bighug::bighug::bighug::bighug::bighug::bighug::bighug::bighug::bighug::bighug:
    Land safely Harvey..sweet reunion vines:bighug::bighug::bighug::bighug::bighug::bighug:
     
  10. Tuxedo Mom

    Tuxedo Mom Well-Known Member

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    Tricia and Mark

    I am so sorry that Harvey has crossed the bridge. How utterly unfair and devastating to have so many losses so close together. Your great gift of love has set Harvey free from the pain and discomfort.

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    :bighug: :bighug: :bighug: :bighug:
     
  11. BJM

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    Requiem aeternum, Harvey.
    {{hugs}}
     
  12. Marje and Gracie

    Marje and Gracie Senior Member Moderator

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    (((Tricia and Mark)))

    No words....only tears. I cannot imagine your heartbreak and devastation. Please know we are all here for you.

    Fly fre, Harvey...... Cinco, Sasha, and Minka await you to lead you to peace and wholeness again.
     
  13. Ella & Rusty & Stu(GA)

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

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    Dear (((Tricia & Mark))),
    Remembering your brave Harvey and thinking of you. There are tears here in L&LL tonight, but at the Bridge there is a joyful reunion. Fly free, dear Deputy Harvey. You are the best! :rb_icon:

    :bighug::bighug::bighug:

    In deepest sympathy,

    Ella & Edward, LagoonMeister Rusty, and Chef Stu (GA)
     
  14. tiffmaxee

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    OMG. I'm in shock and the tears are nonstop. I just don't have the words right now. I didn't see this happening. :bighug::bighug::bighug::bighug::bighug::bighug::bighug::bighug::bighug:
     
  15. AZJenks

    AZJenks Well-Known Member

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    “Every time we make the decision to love someone, we open ourselves to great suffering, because those we most love cause us not only great joy but also great pain. The greatest pain comes from leaving. … the pain of the leaving can tear us apart.

    Still, if we want to avoid the suffering of leaving, we will never experience the joy of loving. And love is stronger than fear, life stronger than death, hope stronger than despair. We have to trust that the risk of loving is always worth taking.”
    - Henri J.M. Nouwen
    The love of a cat is always worth it. Wishing peace for your heart, and safe travels for Harvey as he transitions to his tenth life.
    Fly free you beautiful soul. :rb_icon:
     
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  16. Asrael

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    Sending so so so so much love, so many hugs to you both- Fly free Dear Harvey.

    I am so glad he got to have some home time with you both- Such a sweet and wonderful boy! :bighug::bighug::bighug::bighug::bighug:
     
  17. Kathy and TiTi

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    OH, nooooo. I cannot express adequately how horrible I feel. I am presently crying. Some years ago I lost 4 kitties in less than a year. I do not know how I went on. I cannot believe you have gone through the same. I've grown to love Harvey and you, and I am , I am devastated for you, for Harvey, for us.

    Good night TRicia. Good night Harvey.:bighug::bighug::bighug::bighug::bighug::bighug:
     
  18. Rachel & Chyna (GA)

    Rachel & Chyna (GA) Well-Known Member

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    Oh my gosh, I popped on before bed to see if there was news, and my heart just dropped into my stomach when I read the title. What a terrible decision to have to make. You are such amazing beans. I'm so sorry. I know I have no adequate words and I can't express how devastated I feel for you both. To have to go through this four times in so short a time...I'm heartbroken for you. Much love and prayers and hugs. I hope you know how special you are, and how much you were loved by your furbabies for the great mama and daddy beans you are.:bighug::bighug::bighug::bighug::bighug::bighug:. Fly free, sweet Harvey. Your brother and sisters are happy to see you, but very sad to see how sad their beans are. Send them a sign that you are happy and safe, and wait for them to meet again someday. (((Tricia and Mark))).
     
  19. Julie and Eleanor (GA)

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    Tricia, I'm so sorry.

    I'm so glad Harvey had time back at home. You did everything you could, and in the end you did the most loving thing possible.

    I lost three cats in a period of six months. I know how devastating it is. My heart goes out to you.

    Much love.
     
  20. Tiina and Hugo

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    Sending all our love and sympathy to you, Tricia. :bighug::bighug::bighug::bighug: They must have needed an angel kitty in heaven and he will take his place there as your guardian angel. cat_wings>o Until you meet again. No more pain and discomfort, Harvey. :rb_icon: You were the best catmom any cat could ever hope for, Tricia. :bighug:
     
  21. Dawn and Peek-a-Boo (GA)

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    I'm speechless Tricia...that boy was so loved....my heart aches for you....:(

    cat_wings>o
     
  22. Tricia Cinco(GA) & Harvey

    Tricia Cinco(GA) & Harvey Well-Known Member

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    Thank you, everyone. You are such special people, and your understanding and sympathy mean the world to me. This is the first time in almost 30 years that we do not have a cat. The house is very empty. Mark is going on a hunting trip with his father and cousins from Thursday to Monday, and I don't know how I'm going to face being all alone here. I am very grateful that this did not drag out and happen while he was gone, however. Having him there with me was so important. Even though Harvey was "my" cat, Mark loved him, too, and he is equally bereft. We are just going to have to take this one day at a time.

    While Mark is gone, I will go through all our cat stuff, and I will have a list of items to post that I would like to share with anyone who needs them, mainly supplements, etc. I am giving most of the cat food in our cabinet to our contractor, Mark, whom I have mentioned here before. At any given time he has 30 or more cats on his property and in his home - he lives in a rural area of town and people tend to dump their cats there. He spends all his money on them, and more, so being able to contribute some food to them means a lot to me. I do have some prescriptions foods, too, and I'll put them on the list for anyone that might need them.


    Like my other babies, Harvey will be necropsied, and we will hopefully learn more about what was going on in his poor little body. Although his eyes were not treated at UCD, I asked the ER doctor to offer them to the ophthalmology department for their research on dry eyes. Helping other kitties will give me some solace.

    I stopped in Oncology on my way out, to let them know. Unfortunately, Dr. Burton is on vacation this week, but the receptionist I spoke to insisted on letting the techs know, and one of them came out to offer the condolences from the group. She made me promise to send pictures when we get new babies. I'm going to miss all those lovely people, but I hope I don't have to see them again.

    I called our regular vet's office and gave the news to the tech there that is a huge Abby fan and used to threaten to take Harvey home with her. She was heartbroken. I haven't called Dawn yet. I'll do that tomorrow. I'm tapped out on talking to people about it.

    I will do a tribute in a few days, but right now my brain is mush. I'm going to sip wine, sit in Harvey's chair (on the edge, because I can't help it), and play some mindless computer games to distract myself (Mark is on a conference call). :bighug:s to you all.
     
  23. Marilyn and Polly

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    Oh God, Tricia. I hate this. I hate that we have to let them go. I know. I know. We have to. It's part of the grand plan that they go on ahead. But I still hate it. I just hurts so darned much. Damn.

    I went out just now to look at the Milky Way traveling through my desert sky. It's what I do when I can't be still. And there, just to the side of this highway of lights, a little flicker. A twinkle. A star not playing by the rules. Mischievous. I whispered a soft, "good night sweet Harvey." And cried.

    Hugs, love, light to the best cat bean ever. My inspiration. Prayers for you all.

    Marilyn
     
  24. Wendy&Neko

    Wendy&Neko Senior Member Moderator

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    {{{Tricia and Mark}}} My words are inadequate.:bighug::bighug::bighug::bighug::bighug::bighug: Lots of love coming your way.
     
  25. Carol & Carbonel

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    I am so so sorry to hear your very sad news. :bighug::bighug::bighug:
     
  26. Suzi_S

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    Oh Tricia, I can barely type through my tears. I am so sorry. Sweet Harvey will be dearly missed. Sending so many hugs and vines to you and Mark.....
     
  27. suki & crystal (GA)

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    (((Tricia & Mark))) I've been dreading seeing this post, my heart goes out to you both on your loss :bighug::bighug::bighug: We all loved Harvey as our own but you could do no more for him than to give him that last gift of ultimate love and set him free from his pain and suffering. Fly free little one and land softly, you leave a hole in everyone's heart. :bighug::bighug::bighug::bighug:
    with much love
    Suki x
     
  28. Linda and Bear Man

    Linda and Bear Man Well-Known Member

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    Tricia,
    I'm so very sorry for your tragic loss. My deepest condolences to you and Mark at this very sad time. You will be in my thoughts.
     
  29. Sandy and Black Kitty

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    Tricia :bighug::bighug::bighug::bighug::bighug::bighug: I am so so sorry :( I was hoping Harvey will get better. I cant imagine how hard it is to loose 4 great kitties in less than a year. But you must know you are the best momabean and soooo importatnt member of this comunity and a great teacher. I ve laerned so many things from you, no vet has ever told me.
    Harvey, you lucky boy, you have best momma on earth. Now its your turn to keep an eye on your human parents. You are probably allready reunited with other three kitties. I ll be missing you too you know.:bighug::bighug::bighug::bighug::bighug:
     
  31. elizabeth and gus

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    Tricia

    I am so sorry for your loss. Fly free sweet Harvey.
     
  32. Dyana

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    (((((Tricia and Mark)))))) I'm so sorry for your loss.
    You will be in my thoughts. I'm at a loss for words.
    [​IMG]big tears.

    Fly Free, Happy & Healthy again, Harvey.
     
  33. carfurby (GA)

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    Tricia, I'm so sorry. There are no words. You gave your all for Harvey and did the most loving thing in letting him go. Fly free Harvey. Sending prayers and hugs. :bighug::bighug::bighug:
     
  34. Shoeskitty-GA

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    :bighug::bighug::bighug:Tricia and Mark:bighug::bighug::bighug: No words, just lots of hugs and prayers for you and Mark. Harvey is healthy now. RIP little guy.
     
  35. Osha

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    Tricia, I am soooo sorry for your loss. :bighug::bighug::bighug::bighug::bighug::bighug::bighug:

    Harvey knows you love him. Fly free sweet Harvey. Please send mom and dad bean a sign that you have landed softly.

    :bighug::bighug::bighug:
     
  36. Judy and Boomer

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    Tricia and Mark, I am so very sorry for your loss. You were the best Beans a kitty could have and Harvey knows how much you love him. :bighug::bighug::bighug::bighug::bighug:
     
  37. Melissa & Tarragon

    Melissa & Tarragon Well-Known Member

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    ((((Tricia & Mark)))) I am so very sorry to read this. Harvey was a lucky guy and loved you both. Fly free little one and land softly. Know that you are loved. Huge hugs for both of you.
     
  38. Mandarin'sMom

    Mandarin'sMom Well-Known Member

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    Tricia, my heart is just breaking for you and Mark. Harvey had the best two beans in the world and I am sure he knew that he was very loved.

    Fly free, sweet Harvey - your siblings are waiting for you on the other side.
     
  39. MollynSkooter

    MollynSkooter Well-Known Member

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    Sweet Tricia and Mark,

    I am heartbroken and have no words right now, just lots of tears. So I will send massive amounts of hugs and healing light your way until I have words.

    I like to think your brood and Skooter are having a grand time together right now, even though we are all heartbroken hwre....
     
  40. Doodles & Karen

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    (((Tricia))) Keeping you in my thoughts and prayers with lots of :bighug::bighug::bighug: Please take care of yourself. Fly free sweet little Harvey, rest peacefully.
     
  41. Amy&TrixieCat

    Amy&TrixieCat Well-Known Member

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    :bighug::bighug::bighug: Our hearts are broken with yours, but all of your furbabies will live on forever, in our hearts as well as yours. Donating food and supplies is such a wonderful way to share the beauty of your babies...I'm sure Harvey, Shasha, Minka, and Cinco are all so proud and thankful to be helping other kitties in need.

    Hugs and prayers to you and Mark....
     
  42. Bobbie And Bubba

    Bobbie And Bubba Well-Known Member

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    Dear Tricia, so much love is going out to you right now during this very sad time and I hope that it can help to repair the very huge hole in your heart. I can not imagine what it feels like to have experienced so much loss is such a short time. Your decision was a very loving one to set Harvey free. There will be many waiting for him as he crosses the bridge and he will be reunited with his siblings and they can play and frolic together where everything is perfect. :bighug::bighug::bighug::bighug:

    Fly high, land softly Dear Harvey cat_wings>o
     
  43. rhiannon and shadow (GA)

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    (((((((((((((((((((((Tricia and Mark)))))))))))))))))))))))))

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  44. Olive & Paula

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    I have no words. I can offer :bighug::bighug::bighug::bighug:. Peace to you Harvey.
     
  45. mariko

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    (((((Tricia and Mark)))))
    I am so sorry. This is so heart breaking...
    Your care and dedication to your furkids have been an inspiration to all of us.
    Thinking of you both and sending love. :bighug::bighug::bighug:

    Fly free, Harvey. You did good, sweet boy.
     
  46. DebG

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    Good bye dear sweet Harvey no more pain little one :bighug::bighug:take care of the three kitties.
    Tricia and Mark I am so sorry it was time for your furbaby to fly free. May you find comfort in knowing everything was done and that he is no longer in pain. May all the wonderful memories you had with Harvey carry you through this diffucult time. :bighug::bighug::bighug::bighug::rb_icon:
     
  47. Squalliesmom

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    Oh Tricia, I am so sorry to hear your sad news. My heart hurts for you. Harvey will live forever in your heart.
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    Fly free, beloved Harvey. Happy travels on your new journey, and land safely, dear one:rb_icon:
     
  48. Anne & Zener GA

    Anne & Zener GA Well-Known Member

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    I am so sorry. It's a sad day in L&LL. Big hugs.
    Liz
     
  49. WileyWonderCat

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    I am so so sorry for your loss. The love you shared was so worth it, even if you feel tremendous pain right now. Keeping you in my thoughts. :bighug::bighug::bighug::bighug:
     
  50. Yvonne & Andy &BJ (GA)

    Yvonne & Andy &BJ (GA) Member

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    So, so sorry about your little guy. Having been there many times, I really know how hard it is when they leave us. Just remember the love you shared and the better times you had together. May those happier memories comfort you.
     
  51. saltycat

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    You gave Harvey everything he could have asked for, and more. When the worst time came, you acted selflessly and made sure to put his needs first. A cat could not ask for a better companion. I wish some words could help with this devastating time, but know that the FMDB group feels your loss and if we could shoulder some of the burden we would in a heartbeat.

    Take care of yourself, and do not hesitate to ask any of us for anything, a should to cry on, a place to vent. We will all miss Harvey too.:bighug::bighug::bighug:
     
  52. Squeaky and KT (GA)

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    Tricia and Mark, BIG HUGE LOOOOOOOOONG HUGS and more and more. I'm SO sorry it was also Harvey's time to cross. Lots of thoughts and prayers for comfort. As you reminded me, 'He's not gone, you just have to hug him differently'. Oh the quiet in your house is so loud. I share so many tears with you....we lost 5 over a 9 month period so I know that awful feeling. MORE AND MORE hugs...

    Soar high on your new angel wings sweet boy....landing softly back in Mama's and Papa's broken hearts...

    More hugs and prayers,
     
  53. granadilla

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    Oh Tricia, I'm so so sorry. You fought so hard for Harvey, and he knew it and loved you too. :bighug::bighug::bighug: So heartbreaking to lose all of your kitties in such a short time. :bighug::bighug::bighug:

    Fly free, little Harvey, and land softly.
     
  54. Gill & George

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    ((((((Tricia + Mark))))))) I read your post early this morning, I am heartbroken for you, I have been thinking of you all day trying to think of something to say, but I know that nothing I can say will ease your grief. Know that I am holding you both in my thoughts and prayers.:bighug::bighug::bighug::bighug:

    Fly Free sweet Harvey and land softlycat_wings>o
     
  55. Chrys & Stomper

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    I'm so very sorry for your loss Tricia. There are just no words, and my heart is breaking for you. Fly free sweet Harvey and land softly on that giant desk chair on the other side.
    :bighug::bighug::bighug:
     
  56. Peg and Toby

    Peg and Toby Well-Known Member

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    So sorry for your loss. It's so sad when we lose our babies. No two people could have done more than you and Mark have done for your kitties.
    Fly free little guy.:rb_icon:
     
  57. Millie and Cooper

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    So sorry for your loss! Thinking of you. Fly free sweet Harvey.
     
  58. katiesmom

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    I am so very, very sorry. My thoughts and prayers are with you. :bighug:
     
  59. Shelly & Jersey (GA)

    Shelly & Jersey (GA) Well-Known Member

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    (((Tricia and Mark)))

    I have been following along on Harvey's progress and can't tell you how very sorry I am that it was his time to make the journey home. I wish there was more I could say to ease your pain.

    Many, many prayers to you and Mark.
     
  60. Sienne and Gabby (GA)

    Sienne and Gabby (GA) Senior Member Moderator

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    No words are adequate when one of our kitties crosses the Bridge. To lose four in so short of a time is beyond words. I found comfort in this quote after Gabby crossed:

    "Cats never completely leave you. They side step time, shrug off death - come at the call of memory their beauty undiminished, their touch as gentle, their love perpetual."

    Fly free Harvey and land softly. Find Sasha, Minka and Cinco and give Gabby a head butt for me. All of our kitties will keep you company until you are reunited with the ones you love best.

     
  61. Carol & Murphy (GA)

    Carol & Murphy (GA) Well-Known Member

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    I'm so very sorry to read this very sad news.
    sending lots of hugs and comforting vines
    sincere condolences to you and Mark
     
  62. jayla-n-Drevon

    jayla-n-Drevon Well-Known Member

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    Oh Tricia I am just seeing this and I am so sorry.... I know the pain is beyond measure especially after such a hard battle and Harvey fought like a champion.
    My heart is holding you close and I sure hope you take all the time you need to grieve and celebrate the beautiful life of sweet Harvey....RIP Harvey.....:rb_icon:
     
  63. julie & punkin (ga)

    julie & punkin (ga) Well-Known Member

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    If only there was something we could say that would bring you some comfort. Perhaps it will help you to know that any of us who have ever lost a special needs cat understands the depth of grief that follows.

    We're there with you, Tricia, sitting beside you while you perch on your computer chair. You've been so much in my thoughts this past little while . . . just know that you're still surrounded by all the love and best wishes of your Lantus/Lev Land friends. :bighug:

    Sweet Harvey, fly free little one and land softly. You're so loved and will always be remembered.

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  64. Tricia Cinco(GA) & Harvey

    Tricia Cinco(GA) & Harvey Well-Known Member

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    I had to laugh through my tears as I ready this, Julie. I am, indeed, perched on the edge of my chair, as though my boy were laying behind me in his favorite spot. How I miss him. :(
     
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    Just wanted to send some more hugs and tell you I'm thinking of you (((Tricia))). I hate to think of you alone for the next few days:( I hope there is someone who can visit or for you to go see that understands. I'm there in spirit, and if you need to please PM or facebook me! I'm working but I check my email/fb on breaks. :bighug::bighug::bighug::bighug::bighug::bighug::bighug:
     
  67. sarahtee

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    Tricia, I'm so very sorry. (((hugs))) to you and Mark. I don't think words can adequately express things at such a time of loss, but I'm thinking of you both, and can relate to the quietness of your house with no cats. More (((hugs))) to you in this time of grief.
     
  68. Suzi_S

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    Still thinking about you. Sending love and healing vines. You can always pm me or get me on fb if you need to talk.
     
  69. Michelle and Mannie (GA)

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    Tricia, I am so sorry to read this. I had so hoped it would be otherwise. You are one incredible bean, so dedicated, yet so understanding and compassionate. Harvey knew that too. I know he thanks you for your decision. He, and the others, will always be with you, tucked away in that special corner of your heart. Fly Free Harvey, and land softly at the Bridge. Look for Mannie, he will help you find your way. Hugs to all.
     
  70. Ann & Tess GA

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    Oh Tricia, I am so sorry! You have had such a hard year, I can't believe that all 4 of your furbabies are gone. Take the time you need, we are all holding you in our hearts.

    Fly Free, Sweet Harvey! You will have so many old friends waiting for you. [​IMG]
     
  71. Tricia Cinco(GA) & Harvey

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    Thank you, Leslie, Rachel, Sarah, Suzi, Michelle and Ann. I'm hanging in there. I keep waiting for it to get easier...

    My friend Kathy (of Kathy & Chuck, that we play cards with on Saturdays, and our former catsitter) called today to say Chuck was going to a funeral of an old friend she didn't know tomorrow, and would I like some company? So she's coming over and we're doing mani-pedis and then dinner at Red Lobster (Chuck's allergic to seafood). She's staying overnight, so I foresee a major Scrabble tournament! She loved my kitties, too, and has 6+ at her house. It will be nice to relax and do something fun with someone who understands if I'm a little blue.

    I got all the litter boxes emptied, cleaned and ready for storage, and all the scoops are lined up, drying, in the garage, ready to go with the boxes. When we do get more kitties, I hope to limit the boxes to 3-4. We have at least 12, I think, since I kept having to get different ones to accommodate changing needs. Surely we will have the purrfect ones for our future furbabies, and I won't have to buy any for a while. :rolleyes: Trying to do this stuff in small batches, so I don't get too bogged down in grief over it, but it does help to keep busy.

    Thinking of @Critter Mom, @Cindy L and @Carol & Carbonel, grieving for Saoirse, Lucky and Carbonel. :bighug::bighug::bighug: What a horrible week this has been! I pray we don't have another like it, anytime soon!
     
  72. Melanie and Smokey

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    I am just seeing this and I am so very sorry for your loss of Harvey :( 4 in such a short time, my heart just hurts for you. :bighug:
     
  73. Tricia Cinco(GA) & Harvey

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    Thank you, Melanie.
     
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    So sorry to read that Harvey's time with you has come to an end. What wonderful beans you are for setting him free. Hugs to you :bighug::bighug::bighug:
     
  75. Tricia Cinco(GA) & Harvey

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    Thank you, Tara.
     
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    I'm glad you have a friend coming over. Sending more prayers. :bighug::bighug::bighug::bighug::bighug::bighug::bighug:
     
  77. Laura and Gremlin (GA)

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    So, so sorry Tricia :bighug::bighug::bighug: My heart hurts for you.

    Fly free Harvey! :rb_icon:
     
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    No words can soothe the hurting heart when one has loved a furry friend so deeply.... I'm glad to hear that you have a friend to visit with this weekend as I always find the silence to be the very worst part.
    Sending many :bighug::bighug::bighug::bighug::bighug::bighug::bighug: and many prayers for your family at this difficult moment.
     
  80. Tricia Cinco(GA) & Harvey

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    Thank you Laura, Rhiannon and Jan.

    I am still sitting on the edge of my desk chair - I just can't get used to sitting all the way back, and every now and then I start to reach behind me to pet him, then I remember....:(
     
  81. Gussie's mom (GA)

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    My guess, based on my own past experiences, is that he is still there right behind you on your chair waiting to be sure you are ok..
    :bighug::bighug::bighug:
     
  82. Tricia Cinco(GA) & Harvey

    Tricia Cinco(GA) & Harvey Well-Known Member

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    Thank you, Leslie, that is a very sweet thought, and kind of comforting. :bighug:
     
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  83. Gussie's mom (GA)

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    I took in an old complex cat, long sad story, and he passed of bladder cancer some months later. His last months were good ones and he knew he was loved, had regular food and a solid roof and warm bed. After setting him free from his failing body I would see him sitting on the steps beside my garage every morning when I went out to work, as solid as when he was here but whole, looking well. I saw him every day there just watching me leave and I always spoke to him as I drove out. Then about a month later I did not see him any more, he had moved on...I realized my heart had begun to heal as well...
    :bighug::bighug::bighug::bighug:

    So from this former skeptic, I do believe he may still be sitting with you....:bighug::bighug::bighug:
     
  84. Marilyn and Polly

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    Absolutely, Tricia. He's there. I believe that. I've always believed that when our GA cats are in our thoughts it's because they're nearby. At first, almost always. Even now, seventeen years after he passed, I'll think of Toast and then... I'll hear him. I'll see fleeting glimpses. Yes, I believe.

    Marilyn and Polly
     
  85. Cindy L

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    Oh Tricia,
    I have not been to the board since the other morning. I just couldn't think, and needed time. I am so sorry I missed the thread about Harvey's passing, you have my deepest sympathy. This decision we both made is not easy. It's all about QOL, and knowing when to let go. Like Lucky, I am so glad Harvey's mom and dad were there with him. I'm sure he felt the love you both shared for him envelope him as he crossed. :(
    I hope Harvey and Lucky and the other kitties that have gone away in the last few days are running together in fields of sunshine, feeling healthy and whole again, chasing butterflies, and enjoying their new world. They'll be waiting for us!
    You are in my thoughts,
    ((hugs))
    Cindy
     
  86. Tricia Cinco(GA) & Harvey

    Tricia Cinco(GA) & Harvey Well-Known Member

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    Thank you, Cindy. It was very kind of you to think of us when you have your own grief to deal with. I like the picture you paint, and I hope it is true. :bighug:
     
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