Lost my little buddy today.

davidfmartin
davidfmartin Posts: 106
edited November 2009 in The Clubhouse
Polk friends. I had to put my 20 year old cat Sidney down today. He was named after Sid Vicious of the Sex Pistols. My wife and I are grieving hard since we do not have kids and he was our life. I know will will get beyond it but today is hard. Please say a prayer for us.

Thanks.
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  • Fireman32
    Fireman32 Posts: 4,845
    edited November 2009
    Sorry to hear about your loss. Loosing an animal is rough
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  • disneyjoe7
    disneyjoe7 Posts: 11,435
    edited November 2009
    Sorry for the lost of your cat, it's hard I know.

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  • shadowofnight
    shadowofnight Posts: 2,735
    edited November 2009
    I feel your pain , 20 years...you both were amazing surrogate parents to your kid kitty...prayers sent.
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  • concealer404
    concealer404 Posts: 7,440
    edited November 2009
    Sorry to hear... :( That's a long full life for a cat though! Thoughts sent.
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  • pearsall001
    pearsall001 Posts: 5,092
    edited November 2009
    My thoughts are with you. It's tough losing a pet. Memories live on though.
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  • superjunior
    superjunior Posts: 1,632
    edited November 2009
    man I'm sorry to hear, good thoughts sent your way
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  • Knucklehead
    Knucklehead Posts: 3,602
    edited November 2009
    Sorry my friend, we love our pets as well. thoughts sent.
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  • Tony M
    Tony M Posts: 11,164
    edited November 2009
    Sorry for your loss too.:(

    Cats are cool..
    Most people just listen to music and watch movies. I EXPERIENCE them.
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  • Jed Leland
    Jed Leland Posts: 183
    edited November 2009
    Hello,
    I'm very sorry for your loss.
    Take care, Ken
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  • TroyD
    TroyD Posts: 13,077
    edited November 2009
    I feel for you...as a no kid/pet only family...it's a real blow.

    Best wishes,

    Troy
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  • TECHNOKID
    TECHNOKID Posts: 4,298
    edited November 2009
    davidfmartin wrote: »
    Polk friends. I had to put my 20 year old cat Sidney down today. He was named after Sid Vicious of the Sex Pistols. My wife and I are grieving hard since we do not have kids and he was our life. I know will will get beyond it but today is hard. Please say a prayer for us.

    Thanks.
    Sorry for your lost David. I understand how you fell, I gave up on dogs after a few lost, they become part of your family and it is hurtfull to see them go. I have 2 sons (both in their mid 20s now) and it was even greather pain to see them suffering when they lost their buddy/pawls. To me, the dog was almost like the third child.

    Take care,
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  • KASR
    KASR Posts: 450
    edited November 2009
    Sorry to hear of your loss - it's always tough, especially with having him for so long.
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  • wz2p7j
    wz2p7j Posts: 840
    edited November 2009
    Yeah - the little $hits just get in your heart, eh. :):)

    Chris
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  • hearingimpared
    hearingimpared Posts: 21,137
    edited November 2009
    Sorry to hear of your loss David. My prayers are that the Lord comforts you in your time of grief.
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  • Retro152
    Retro152 Posts: 985
    edited November 2009
    Sorry to hear of your loss David. Sidney was very close to living or outliving his namesakes age at death. My condolences to you and the family on your loss.





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  • RuSsMaN
    RuSsMaN Posts: 17,987
    edited November 2009
    David, what a great life span. The memories and photos you must have!

    I'm headed out the garage for a drink, I'll raise a glass for sweet clean kitty cat and jam some Anarchy in the U.K.

    Cheers,
    Russ
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  • AudioGenics
    AudioGenics Posts: 2,567
    edited November 2009
    ... sympathies for your loss...
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  • inspiredsports
    inspiredsports Posts: 5,501
    edited November 2009
    20 years is a great run for a cat and it has to be tough looking back on that. Lots of cats need good homes like the one you provided. Hopefully, you and your wife will soon be able to focus on looking forward to finding a new companion for the next 20.
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  • NotaSuv
    NotaSuv Posts: 3,856
    edited November 2009
    my brother sent me this after we had to put a pet on their way....................

    If it should be that I grow frail and weak
    And pain should keep me from my sleep,
    Then will you do what must be done,
    For this -- the last battle -- can't be won.
    You will be sad I understand,
    But don't let grief then stay your hand,
    For on this day, more than the rest,
    Your love and friendship must stand the test.
    We have had so many happy years,
    You wouldn't want me to suffer so.
    When the time comes, please, let me go.
    Take me to where to my needs they'll tend,
    Only, stay with me till the end
    And hold me firm and speak to me
    Until my eyes no longer see.
    I know in time you will agree
    It is a kindness you do to me.
    Although my tail its last has waved,
    From pain and suffering I have been saved.
    Don't grieve that it must be you
    Who has to decide this thing to do;
    We've been so close -- we two -- these years,
    Don't let your heart hold any tears.


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  • wz2p7j
    wz2p7j Posts: 840
    edited November 2009
    NotaSuv wrote: »
    my brother sent me this after we had to put a pet on their way....................

    If it should be that I grow frail and weak
    And pain should keep me from my sleep,
    Then will you do what must be done,
    For this -- the last battle -- can't be won.
    You will be sad I understand,
    But don't let grief then stay your hand,
    For on this day, more than the rest,
    Your love and friendship must stand the test.
    We have had so many happy years,
    You wouldn't want me to suffer so.
    When the time comes, please, let me go.
    Take me to where to my needs they'll tend,
    Only, stay with me till the end
    And hold me firm and speak to me
    Until my eyes no longer see.
    I know in time you will agree
    It is a kindness you do to me.
    Although my tail its last has waved,
    From pain and suffering I have been saved.
    Don't grieve that it must be you
    Who has to decide this thing to do;
    We've been so close -- we two -- these years,
    Don't let your heart hold any tears.


    Author Unknown

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  • xj4094dg
    xj4094dg Posts: 1,158
    edited November 2009
    I'm sorry for your loss....I went through hell when one of my horses passed away while I was in NY on business.....it was a painful experience so I can definitely relate. Focus on the good memories, that helped me...
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  • Willow
    Willow Posts: 11,046
    edited November 2009
    Sorry for your loss. But think that you gave him the best life ever! I'm sure he knew it as well.
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  • muncybob
    muncybob Posts: 3,057
    edited November 2009
    We have lost 4 buddies in the last 12 months....it's never easy getting over it. I really don't think you ever do... but at least as time goes on you focus more on the happiness you had instead of the emptiness you now feel.

    We "adopted" my daughter's 4 yr old dog recently and it has helped. I'm sure you know you gave him the best you could and he did the same for you!
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  • davidfmartin
    davidfmartin Posts: 106
    edited November 2009
    Thank you all for your prayers, kind thoughts, and sympathies! There is no better place on the Internet than this forum, and no folks better, period.

    Have a joyous Thanksgiving all!
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  • steveinaz
    steveinaz Posts: 19,538
    edited November 2009
    Sorry for loss buddy, those buggers are a part of the family.
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  • domflane
    domflane Posts: 653
    edited November 2009
    Wow, this is the saddest thread ever, sorry for your loss
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  • rayslifecycle
    rayslifecycle Posts: 511
    edited November 2009
    My condolences - its so hard to lose a loved one.
    My prayers go out to you.
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  • Rodeo0530
    Rodeo0530 Posts: 797
    edited November 2009
    Sorry for your loss. 20 years is such a long time and I'm glad that you will have a lot of good memories. My g/f and I have four cats and they are mostly wonderful to have around and are definitely part of the family.


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  • stuwee
    stuwee Posts: 1,508
    edited November 2009
    how can one say whats right to say when you lose a love?

    You can't, so I'll say, Close to the edge, down by the river, down by the edge round by the corner, seasons will pass you by, now that you find, now that your home.....sorry for the loss of your baby......close to the edge down by the river, down by the edge close to the river....close to the total mass retain.....

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    I lost a love as well, keep their memories close to your heart, be thankfull for the time you had with them (They Know and feel the same)
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  • potee
    potee Posts: 610
    edited November 2009
    I too have been down that road and it hurts like hell. Hang in ther and remeber the fun times that Kitty has provided
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