7/24 Tarragon is at the Rainbow Bridge

Discussion in 'Lantus / Levemir / Biosimilars' started by Melissa & Tarragon, Jul 24, 2017.

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  1. Melissa & Tarragon

    Melissa & Tarragon Well-Known Member

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    We have not posted in awhile. Tarragon had issues over the weekend. We tested Sat before his PM shot and he was at 180. We went to some friends and when we got home 5 hours later he was unconscious and at 22. We rushed him to the ER. He was there for 18 hours while they tried to get his BG up with a dextrose drip. He was able to come home last night but is not doing well.

    We have made an appt to let him go this afternoon. Our hearts are broken but we know it is the right thing to do for him. We would appreciate any prayers as our lil T makes his journey to the rainbow bridge where his sister, Turnup, will be waiting for him with countless friends he has made over the last 7 years on FDMB.
     
  2. Kris & Teasel

    Kris & Teasel Well-Known Member

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    I'm so sorry you have to let your beloved kitty go. :rb_icon:
     
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  3. Chubba (GA)

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    I'm so sorry. Sending prayers to help you through this difficult journey. :bighug::rb_icon:
     
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  4. Bron and Sheba (GA)

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    I am so sorry. :bighug:
    Land softly sweet Tarragoncat_wings>o:rb_icon:
     
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  5. Judy and Boomer

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    I am so sorry. :bighug::bighug::bighug::bighug:
     
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  6. Tuxedo Mom

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    ((Melissa))

    I am so sorry it is time for Tarragon to cross the Bridge.

    Sending strength and prayers as you prepare to give the greatest gift of love. :bighug::bighug::bighug::bighug:
     
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  7. Alicia & Maggie (GA)

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    Wishing you and Tarragon peace.
     
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  8. Yong & Maury GA

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    May fond memories of your beloved, Tarragon, warm your heart always cat_wings>o
     
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  10. Shoeskitty-GA

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    Melissa, I am so very sorry that it is Tarragon's time! Sending prayers and vines for comfort and strength to get you and your family through this and for a peaceful passing for sweet T.:bighug::bighug::bighug::bighug:
     
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  11. carfurby (GA)

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    I'm so sorry Melissa. You're giving him a loving gift in letting him go so he won't suffer. Fly free Tarragon. Sending prayers. :bighug::bighug::bighug::bighug::bighug::bighug::bighug::bighug::bighug::bighug::bighug::bighug::bighug::bighug::bighug::bighug:
     
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  12. Doodles & Karen

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    ((Melissa)) I'm so very sorry to hear. Sending loads of vines, prayers and :bighug::bighug::bighug::bighug:for you all. Please give Tarragon and extra kiss for me. Fly free sweet boy, land softly...your sister and so many others are ready to play with you. :bighug::bighug::bighug::bighug::bighug::bighug::bighug:
     
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  13. Mandy & Rex (GA)

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    I'm so sorry for your loss. :bighug::bighug:
     
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  14. Bronx's dad (GA)

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    So sorry for your loss Melissa, prayers and thoughts for lil T and his loved ones :bighug::bighug::bighug:
     
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  15. Osha

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    :bighug::bighug::bighug:I am so sorry it is Tarragon's time. Fly free sweet Tarragon. Sending you lots of love.
     
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  16. Michelle and Mannie (GA)

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    Such a heart-breaker for me, and many of us old timers here on FDMB. I am so very sorry Melissa. There simply are not words... You will remain forever in my heart Mr T. Fly free, and land softly at the Bridge. Mannie, and so many others, will be there waiting for you. :rb_icon:

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    For Tarragon... may you always feel the grass at your feet, the sun on your fur, the joy of trees and the comfort of rainbows over your head. Fly free, land softly. Forever in our hearts.
     
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  17. Ann & Maggie11 (GA)

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    Melissa:bighug::bighug::bighug:So sad and sorry to hear about your sweet boy. So many nice memories of Tarragon during our time here, it's hard to find the words. Sending lots of love, prayers and comfort vines for you, Brian and Charlie. Rest in peace sweet Tarragon. You are loved and will be so missed.
     
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  18. tiffmaxee

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    I'm so sorry, Melissa. Prayers for an easy crossing and peace to his loving beans. :bighug::bighug::bighug:
     
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  19. rhiannon and shadow (GA)

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    words escape me.
    (((((((Melissa)))))))))
     
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  20. Marvin's Mom - Nat

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    My condolences to you and your family. Rest in peace beautiful Tarragon, your family will miss you greatly, watch over them with love :bighug: :bighug: :bighug:
     
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  21. Squeaky and KT (GA)

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    HUGS and hugs and thoughts and prayers and more Hugs....BIG HUGE loooooooooong ones. Remember - he's not 'gone', you just have to hug him differently.

    Soar high on your new angel wings sweet OkieT - landing softly back in your family's broken hearts.

    More hugs....
     
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  22. Gill & George

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    Know that we are all thinking of you and sending prayers and soothing vines for you and your family at this difficult time.

    :bighug::bighug::bighug::bighug::bighug::bighug:
     
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  23. MJ+Donovan

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    Lighting Butthead's candle for Mr. T... :rb_icon:
    My wonderful tuxie boy Donovan will greet Tarragon at the Bridge.

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    MJ
     
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  24. Melissa & Tarragon

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    Thank you all. We leave for the appt soon. Tarragon has perked up somewhat but still not using his back legs. We are going to have the dr look him over and see if there is any shot at improving before we make the final decision.
     
  25. Anne & Zener GA

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    Oh no, our hearts are breaking for you all. We send special hugs to Charlie, we know it will be extra hard for him. We ache all over again when one of our old timers crosses the bridge. Mr T was our role model for green. You were such wonderful beans and are giving the last and greatest gift. He knows you love him and is so grateful for the loving care you have given him for so long. We will be thinking of you today and in the coming days, weeks, and months as you adjust to your new normal. Zener is waiting to greet Mr T, he always wanted to meet the green machine.

    Anne, Liz and Tillie
     
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  26. Amy&TrixieCat

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    Endless hugs and prayers from us....
     
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  27. Gill & George

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    More prayers and vines.
     
  28. Anne & Zener GA

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    Sending vines and crossing paws.
     
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    Sending vines, prayers, love and hugs.
     
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  30. Patty & Champ

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    I think Champ's circle of friends from the old days will be down to zero if Tarragon goes today. You and I joined FDMB just a few weeks apart and learned this dance together. I've loved your animals like my own, especially Mr. T, and it hurts like hell when it's their turn to go. I'll always be grateful for this adventure, though, because I got to meet you (and Mason). You've become very dear to me and I consider you one of my best friends. You and Brian, and Mason too, took such great care of Tarragon. I loved the morning coffee pictures with Brian. I loved to see Mr. T. sitting on Mason's chest when he lies down on the couch. He has the most awesome face and I'll remember him always. I hope the vet has hopeful news for you. I'll be praying and hoping, hoping and praying. Love you all.
     
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    Sending vines
     
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  32. Sienne and Gabby (GA)

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    Melissa --

    I know how hard this decision is. Please see if your vet will check Tarragon's electrolytes. A hypo can throw them off and if there is a possibility of getting the regulated, it may have a significant effect. We're standing with you no matter what your decision.
     
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  33. Ella & Rusty & Stu(GA)

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    Dear (((Melissa & Brian)))

    We are so very sorry that Mr. T's time may have come to fly free. We have known and loved him for so many years.
    Thinking of you and sending beautiful vines for Tarragon. If it is indeed his time to begin a new adventure, we pray for his peaceful crossing. So many old pals, and his sister Turnup, will be there to give him a big welcome at the Bridge.

    :bighug::bighug::bighug:

    Ella & Edward and Rusty
     
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  34. Marje and Gracie

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    (((Melissa, Brian, Mason, and Charlie)))

    And esp Lil T....tons of vines, prayers, snowflakes, and white light.

    Looking at the labs you sent me, his potassium is really low and could account for his back leg weakness and low heart rate. I hope your vet can give you some good insight if Tarragon has perked up a bit.

    We are all here for you all. :bighug::bighug::bighug:
     
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  35. Melissa & Tarragon

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    Our sweet T is flying free. Thank you all for your love and prayers.
     
  36. Mandarin'sMom

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    I am so sorry for your loss, Melissa. Fly free and land softly, sweet Tarragon. :bighug::bighug::bighug:
     
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  37. Amy&TrixieCat

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    I'm so very sorry, Melissa. Our hearts are broken with yours. Take comfort in knowing that he is in good company with all of his L&LL family along with Turnup, and until you can be together again, he will live on in your heart. So many hugs and prayers to you, Brian, Mason, and Charlie....
     
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  38. Marje and Gracie

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    Oh Melissa.....I am so very, very sorry because Lil T was such a special guy. Like Patty, I will always remember photos of him sitting with Brian over coffee and newspapers.

    It's the hardest thing we do when we love so much but the depth of your love is shown by setting him free when he was ready.

    Gentle journey, Lil T. We all love you and you will be greatly missed.

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  40. Anne & Zener GA

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    We are so very sorry. Big hugs from all of us.
    Liz, Anne and Tillie
     
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  42. Tricia Cinco(GA) & Harvey

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    {{{Melissa}}}

    My heart aches for you, Brian, Mason and Charlie. The gift you have given your sweet Tarragon is priceless, although I know how dearly it cost you. I hope the love and support from your L&L Land family will give you strength and comfort through the difficult days ahead. Know that we are all here for you.
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    Fly free, dear T, and land softly. :rb_icon:
     
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  43. Wendy&Neko

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    (((Melissa, Brian, Mason, Charlie))) My heart is breaking for you. :bighug::bighug::bighug::bighug: I will always remember the stories of Mr. T and his love for all the members of his family.

    Fly free and land softly Tarragon. Crowds of our GAs will be there to greet you, including my two black and whites.
     
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  44. Sienne and Gabby (GA)

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    (((((Melissa & Brian)))))

    I always feel so helpless at times like this. Tarragon has been a fixture. While Gabby and I arrived before you, there are always kitties who stick in your heart and in your memory due to their big personalities. T was one of those kitties.

    Fly free little one and land softly. Give Gabby a head butt for me. You will be missed by many.
     
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  45. Ella & Rusty & Stu(GA)

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    (((Melissa, Brian, Mason, Charlie))),
    Your handsome boy is flying free to join his many old friends. The Bridge Kitchen will be rockin' tonight with a welcome dinner prepared by the old crew: Chefs Mannie and Stu, Pastry Chef Tess, and Sushi Chef Neko. We'll miss you, Mr. T. Send your beans and Charlie a sign that you arrived safely. You are much loved. cat_wings>o

    In deepest sympathy and loving remembrance,

    Ella & Edward, Rusty, and Stu (GA)
     
  46. Red & Rover (GA)

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    My deepest condolences to you and your family.
     
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  47. rhiannon and shadow (GA)

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    love that sweet little face.
    Fly Free Beautiful Boy.
    ((((((((((((((Melissa))))))))))))))
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    Shadow will give you kisses....
     
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  48. knolet

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    I'm so sorry for your loss.
     
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  49. suki & crystal (GA)

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    My deepest condolences Melissa, fly free sweet Tarragon and land softly.
     
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  50. Bobbie And Bubba

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    Dearest Melissa, I am so very sorry to be reading this about Tarragon. Wow! He would have been 17 years old next month. That longevity is a tribute to the great care and loving you gave your baby.

    Fly high, Land softly dear Tarragon. cat_wings>o

    Sending hugs and healing vines of comfort. :bighug::bighug::bighug::bighug::bighug:
     
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  51. MJW

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    I am so sorry.
     
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  52. Dyana

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    Oh man! ((((((Melissa & Brian))))) I am so sorry to hear this news. Tarragon was always one of my favorites and much loved.
    I know Turnip was right there to greet him and they are happily checking out all the wonders of The Bridge.
    My heartfelt condolences for your loss.
     
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  53. Beth 73

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    Many heartfelt prayers to you and your family. For peace to hold and comfort you :bighug:
     
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    ((((Melissa and Brian))))
    I'm so sorry and sad to read this. Tarragon will never be forgotton. You've been amazing beans for Mr. T. Sending my love to you and Mason (and Charlie -- give him some pets for me).

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    Fly free, sweetest T, and land softly.
     
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  55. Squalliesmom

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    I'm so sorry it was Tarragon's time to cross the Bridge. That last gift of love is always the hardest for us. I hope all your wonderful memories of him will help your heart heal. He was so loved by everyone.

    Fly free, and land softly, sweet Tarragon. So many friends are waiting for you as you begin your new life at the Bridge.cat_wings>o
     
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  56. julie & punkin (ga)

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    ((((Melissa)))) I'm heartbroken to hear this sad news. We loved Mr. T . . . and like the others I loved seeing pics of him having coffee with Brian. Holding you, Mason and Brian close in my heart at this sad time. I know Turnup was there to meet sweet Tarragon and help him pass over.

    You and I joined the same week with our sweet kitties, and I have such fond memories of those of us who were members back then. It was a special time, learning together how to take care of our little ones. You've done an amazing job with Tarragon. I know how much it hurts to lose him. Fly free little one and land softly.
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  57. sarahtee

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    I'm so sorry for your loss, Melissa and family :bighug:
     
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  58. Deb & Spot

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    Melissa and Brian, I am so very sorry that Tarragon has crossed. I know how much this hurts. He is being welcomed by a whole mirage of FDMB kitties that have gone ahead of him so he is in good company. Fly free, Tarragon. Tell Spot and my Ralphie that I missed them and that I said they need to watch over you until you get the swing of things up there.
    Hugs to you all.
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  59. Janet and Izzy (GA)

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    I don't post much since Izzy went ahead, but I still pop in on occasion to check on those that were here when I was active.

    It saddens me when ever one of those head for the bridge.

    Im so sorry to hear Tarragon has gone head :(
     
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  60. Barb & Checkers (GA)

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    (((Melissa))), I'm so sorry for your hurting heart. I too, loved the pictures of Mr T, with Brian and Mason. He was a fixture on here, and will not be forgotten.
    I bet there was a big welcoming party for him at The Bridge, with all his old friends, including Checkers, welcoming him.
    I'm so sorry for you and Brian and Charlie.
    Barb P
     
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  61. Lisa and Do Lou (GA)

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    Do Lou and I send lots of hugs we are so sorry for your loss xoxoxoxo
    Fly Free Tarragon :rb_icon:cat_wings>o
     
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  62. Courtney and Kismet

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    ((((Melissa and Brian)))) I am so very sorry it was Tarragon's time to go. Sending love and prayers.
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  63. TempestsMum

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    I'm so very sorry to hear this, I hope in time you will find comfort in the happy memories.
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