Pumpkin Will Be Crossing The Bridge In A Few Days

[vampyre08]

Sweet Pumpkin, I am so sorry for how this story ended...
vampyre08 , you look so brave in his last moments. I remember I couldn't even breathe.
You were both so lucky to have each other.
May Pumpkin be next to you always in your life, as you were in his.

RIP Pumpkin!

It's not so much being brave as just knowing that death (though it hurts badly for those of us left behind) is part of the life cycle. I wanted him to feel safe and secure and not stressed. And I wanted to hold him for as long as I needed to. It helped. Even with my analytical thinking process, I haven't escaped my emotions. I feel useless, because I have no one to wait on now. I'm not anyone's human slave anymore.

The owners of the house where I rent a room have 4 dogs. Interacting with them helps. I have a favorite named Moose. He's a huge German Shepherd, the same coloring as my family's dog who died in 2000. I will eventually be OK. I took Pumpkin's collar and hung it from my rear view mirror. Even though it's been two days, I haven't dumped the unused litter in his box or even cleaned his water dish. There are no clumps in the litter box, just litter. It's weird.

 

[Mamanyt1953]

No, not weird. Very, very human. We cling to those final memories. They comfort us. And we do it until.

 

[Antonio65]

It's not so much being brave as just knowing that death (though it hurts badly for those of us left behind) is part of the life cycle. I wanted him to feel safe and secure and not stressed.

In my cat's last momnets I broke, I couldn't breat, I could barely talk, I cried like a fountain.

Even though it's been two days, I haven't dumped the unused litter in his box or even cleaned his water dish. There are no clumps in the litter box, just litter. It's weird.

Same here. It took me days to empty her litter box and put away her things. After three or four weeks I bought a decorated cloth storage box and put her stuff in it.
Out of decency I wouldn't tell you what else I didn't do for months...

 

[Norachan]

You're the best cat guardian any cat could have ever wished for.



Rest In Peace dear Pumpkin

 

[di and bob]

My heart is with you, I am so sorry for your loss.......

 

[Purr-fect]

Vampyre08, im sorry you are hurting. Its the price we pay for loving so much.

You were there with pumpkin until the end....and then some. He had the comfort and reassurance of your familiar touch, smell and voice. Im sure you being with him made a HUGE difference to him.

There will be better days ahead.

 

[dustydiamond1]

It's not so much being brave as just knowing that death (though it hurts badly for those of us left behind) is part of the life cycle. I wanted him to feel safe and secure and not stressed. And I wanted to hold him for as long as I needed to. It helped. Even with my analytical thinking process, I haven't escaped my emotions. I feel useless, because I have no one to wait on now. I'm not anyone's human slave anymore.

The owners of the house where I rent a room have 4 dogs. Interacting with them helps. I have a favorite named Moose. He's a huge German Shepherd, the same coloring as my family's dog who died in 2000. I will eventually be OK. I took Pumpkin's collar and hung it from my rear view mirror. Even though it's been two days, I haven't dumped the unused litter in his box or even cleaned his water dish. There are no clumps in the litter box, just litter. It's weird.

You honored him greatly

 

[dustydiamond1]

This is great! I would love to have a piece of jewelry with his ashes. I will use these guys. Maybe not right away because I'm between job assignments now, but soon! Thank you.

I'm so glad I didn't upset you suggesting it. I think it is a wonderful memorial. There are other companies on the web, you could check them out too. When you make your choice, please post a photo on your home page. I'm glad the neighbors dogs are a comfort. Take care of yourself, you are in our thoughts.

 

[vampyre08]

In my cat's last momnets I broke, I couldn't breat, I could barely talk, I cried like a fountain.



Same here. It took me days to empty her litter box and put away her things. After three or four weeks I bought a decorated cloth storage box and put her stuff in it.
Out of decency I wouldn't tell you what else I didn't do for months...

Did you abstain from shaving, sex or (uh... self pleasure). We're all adults here, its fine. I want to abstain from this 14 page research paper I have to write, but I can't.

 

[vampyre08]

I'm so glad I didn't upset you suggesting it. I think it is a wonderful memorial. There are other companies on the web, you could check them out too. When you make your choice, please post a photo on your home page. I'm glad the neighbors dogs are a comfort. Take care of yourself, you are in our thoughts.

Such a wonderful suggestion would not upset me. I kept his hair the vet shaved for the final injection. I may put it in a locket. But I really like the jewelry idea. Thanks again.

 

[dustydiamond1]

Such a wonderful suggestion would not upset me. I kept his hair the vet shaved for the final injection. I may put it in a locket. But I really like the jewelry idea. Thanks again.

You are very welcome

I still have a hank of mane of my beloved pony Dusty and the forelock of my horse, the holder of my heart, Diamond Both long lost but forever in my soul They will be awaiting me at the Rainbow Bridge

 

[Antonio65]

Did you abstain from shaving, sex or (uh... self pleasure). We're all adults here, its fine. I want to abstain from this 14 page research paper I have to write, but I can't.

No, it was even worse than that

 

[vampyre08]

Oh daaaaang.

 

[rubysmama]

Condolences on the loss of your precious Pumpkin. RIP sweet boy.

I hope you are doing ok. Hugs.

 

[vampyre08]

I am managing thanks so much. I am in the final week of my first semester of grad school so I have a lot to do with writing papers and such. And my house mates have 4 dogs, and they keep me company. They're so entertaining. Canine energy can be very healing.

 

[dustydiamond1]

Hi, how are you doing?

 

[vampyre08]

Hi, how are you doing?

Hey I'm not bad. I was just on here about to post a pic of the cremation jewelry I ordered. Thanks for asking. How are you?

 

[vampyre08]

Hey guys. Here is a picture of a piece that is being made for me with a small bit of Pumpkin's cremation ashes. It's a glass blower out of Oregon. I can't wait to see how mine turns out.

 

[dustydiamond1]

Hey I'm not bad. I was just on here about to post a pic of the cremation jewelry I ordered. Thanks for asking. How are you?

I'd love to see the piece you chose. We are doing fine, just trying to stay warm. Last Thur we went from 63°F to 14°F in 12 hours. 15F now

 

[vampyre08]

oh my gawd, that weather. My sister likes cold. She's in Maryland right now. I dont' do well mentally or physically in it. Im sorry about those temps. The only good thing about snow is snowboarding or sledding or toboganning. That stuff is pretty fun. I'm glad you're well. And I will post a pic of my actual piece when it arrives. It should be here this week.