COMMENT 283493
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2012-05-29 05:06 PM |
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Dan, I'm so sorry for your loss and I'm sorry Buddy had some suffering (perhaps?) at the end. I wish you and Bob strength as you mourn the loss of your friend.
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ROGER DODGER
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2012-05-29 05:14 PM |
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I'm so so sorry you lost your friend I have been there..I'm sorry..
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CATMOM
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2012-05-29 05:15 PM |
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Dan, I'm so sorry for your loss. Buddy was very lucky to have a dad who was willing to give him insulin for so long. I'm glad you have so many photos and happy memories of Buddy and hope you and Bob have an easy adjustment to the new direction your lives have taken.
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COMMENT 283498
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2012-05-29 05:16 PM |
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What a great life Buddy had ! I'm so sorry for your & Bob's loss... so difficult to lose a friend.
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COMMENT 283499
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2012-05-29 05:17 PM |
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Very very sad and sorry to hear this, I've definitely enjoyed the pictures. Thank you for sharing :)
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COMMENT 283501
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2012-05-29 05:21 PM |
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Dan, I too am so sorry to hear of Buddy's passing. Thank you for sharing his beautiful pictures and life with you and Bob.
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COMMENT 283503
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2012-05-29 05:25 PM |
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I'm so sorry for your loss, and commend you for taking such good care of him for so many years, that's quite a commitment. A friend once told me, after the loss of a beloved dog, that if grief is the price we pay for *all* of the joy they bring us, we would surely do it again. Remember the joy.
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SBJULES
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2012-05-29 05:28 PM |
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I know how much you'll miss Buddy. I'm glad you have beautiful pictures of him.
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THE BARRON
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2012-05-29 05:30 PM |
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Thanks for sharing the neat pictures and amazing story about Buddy's great life with Bob & you. It must be really tough for you two right now, but each day will get a bit better. Pets are so much fun to have as a member of the family because they are the best listeners, provide hours of entertainment for us humans, and enjoy the love & attention we give them. Keep us posted on how it goes and if another kitty happens into your lives.
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COMMENT 283509
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2012-05-29 05:34 PM |
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So sorry DanO...Buddy will be missed. Jim and San, Trouble and Bronson.
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COMMENT 283510P
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2012-05-29 07:47 PM |
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Dan so sorry to hear, sympathies to you and Bob
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COMMENT 283511P
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2012-05-29 07:49 PM |
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Dan - so sorry for your loss. This is the hard part of having pets, but the joy and the unconditional love mkes it worth the price. Here's hoping you find another "Buddy" someday.
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COMMENT 283512
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2012-05-29 07:51 PM |
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Sorry to read your news. Our sympathies, pat, michelle (& Bix)
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AQUAHOLIC
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2012-05-29 07:53 PM |
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Dear Buddy, thank you for being a part of Dan's life for 16 years. Your presence in this world meant the world to Dan and Bob (even though Bob probably would never admit it!) I've enjoyed hearing about you and seeing your photos here on Edhat. Rest in Peace dear one....Dog speed dear Buddy. See you on the other side.....
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AQUAHOLIC
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2012-05-29 07:56 PM |
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Dear Dan....hope you find peace and solace in a difficult time. Our pets become so entwined in our lives...it's difficult to say goodbye. Thinking of you, and sending you good thoughts.
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JOJOFLYS
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2012-05-29 07:57 PM |
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I am so sorry, Dan. Thanks for sharing Buddy & Bob with us.
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COMMENT 283520
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2012-05-29 08:07 PM |
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So sorry for your loss! RIP Buddy! He will meet you at the Rainbow Bridge.
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COMMENT 283524P
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2012-05-29 08:16 PM |
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I've heard a story that when your pets die, they go to heaven and wait for you, so that when you get there, your furry friends will be there to greet you.
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S.B.RON
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2012-05-29 08:17 PM |
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So sorry, Dan. You did everything right. Buddy lived a long time for a kitty with diabetes.
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SUMMERTIME
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2012-05-29 08:22 PM |
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I'm so sorry......
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COMMENT 283528
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2012-05-29 08:24 PM |
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So sorry for your loss Dan. Sending you and Bob love and light.
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COMMENT 283534
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2012-05-29 08:40 PM |
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Dan I can tell you took great care of Buddy. Look at his beautiful black coat..all shiney and thick! Rest in peace!
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COMMENT 283536
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2012-05-29 08:41 PM |
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I'm with 524p. I believe that would be heaven, to be reunited with my beloved pets, and have them all get along! Sorry for your loss, Dan.
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MACPUZL
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2012-05-29 08:56 PM |
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You gave him a good life, and the companionship was mutual.
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THE BARRON
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2012-05-29 08:59 PM |
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Hi Dan - Great report about Momma skunk & babies. She knows of you loss. That's very cool she didn't go off too. It seems things are already getting better for you & Bob and they continue in black & white, no less. Hang in there, buddy.
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CATMOM
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2012-05-29 09:00 PM |
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Hmmm...Buddy was black and white, the skunks are black and white...maybe Buddy has been reincarnated as a baby skunk? Either that, or he's sending you a message to not be lonely without him, he's there in one form or another.
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REXOFSB
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2012-05-29 09:07 PM |
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Hi, Dan, Last Dec. 1, Delilah, my 13-year-old Alaskan Malamute, crossed the Rainbow Bridge. I know exactly how you feel. While I was coming to grips with Delilah's passing, I came across something by Dr, Seuss (of all people), which made me feel a little better. I can't remember the exact words, but the message was: Don't be sad that it's over.
Be glad that it happened. It sounds like Buddy (and of course Bob) had a very, VERY good home and life.
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COMMENT 283546
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2012-05-29 09:20 PM |
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I am very sorry, Dan! There's am emptiness when a loved one, a person, a pet, goes and there's no way to fill it, except with good memories. Thanks for sharing yours via the pictures. What a beautiful creature was your Buddy!
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THE BARRON
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2012-05-29 09:24 PM |
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Thanks, Rex - Great quote. Here ya go: “Don't cry because it's over. Smile because it happened.”
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COMMENT 283550
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2012-05-29 09:29 PM |
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My kitty Olive went into depression when her life pal Tashi passed away. I got her a new friend, because she was lost as an only pet. Sending you and yours positive energy. Thanks for all the pics, and the love you give to kitties.
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DEEKER
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2012-05-29 09:49 PM |
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Dan ~ My sincere condolences to both you and Bob. May it bring you some sence of peace and comfort knowing that you gave Buddy a wonderful life and that you have plenty of photos and fond memories that will keep him close in your heart for years to come. I enjoyed seeing the photos of Bob and Buddy together - he was a handsome cat.
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DARYL
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2012-05-29 10:07 PM |
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I'm so sorry for your loss, Dan (and you, too, Bob). I've been there, too, and I know that for a long time all you see is the places where a beloved friend should be, but isn't any more. May the good memories soon soothe the pain.
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SBITIZEN
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2012-05-30 12:06 AM |
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Dan - Condolences to you and Bob, I can only hope my recently diagnosed diabetic kitty has the same years with as much contentment as the photos show Buddy did and that I will be as good a caretaker for my two cats as you were to him.
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JEFFINSB
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2012-05-30 05:31 AM |
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Bob and Dan. I'm so sorry for your loss. I have to give up my companion of 11 years in a few days. Luckily she's going to a loving home and should be happy.
Buddy was much loved and cared for. As Roger would say, (Thank Dog for people like you). May you find comfort in his happy life with you. According to recent posts. He'll be waiting for you at the gates of heaven.
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COMMENT 283569
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2012-05-30 06:12 AM |
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I am so...sorry for your loss Dan. I also lost not one but two of my cats in the past six months. I know the pain. I still find myself crying. You provided a good home for Buddy. Always remember that. Your were an excellent guardian and companion as was Bob. He will be missed.
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SEEDLADY
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2012-05-30 07:07 AM |
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So sorry for the loss of your furry friend and companion Buddy. I know you and Bob will keenly miss him, and I hope you can comfort each other. Losing a pet is so very difficult. They have been with you tough times and happy times, keeping you company through it all, reminding you that tomorrow is another day and that there is always fresh catnip to look for. Thanks for sharing all the photos of your great cats, and skunks too--they have given us all many smiles! ((((((Dan and BOB))))))
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MYOPINION
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2012-05-30 07:36 AM |
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Hugs to you and Bob.
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JOSIE
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2012-05-30 08:00 AM |
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Oh, Dan, I'm so sorry. I know how important he was to you, and you were so loving to him. Losing a beloved pet can be harder than losing a human family member. Bob must be feeling the loss, too. Best wishes. . .
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MTNDRIVER
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2012-05-30 08:11 AM |
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Oh so very sorry to hear about Buddy. But you gave him so many extra years of fun and love with your care, Dan.
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COMMENT 283606
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2012-05-30 08:20 AM |
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Cats make wonderful companions. They don't expect much, a bowl of food and a quiet place to sleep, and they give so much in return especially if you take the time to get to know them. Losing such a companion of 16 years is rough and I can empathize with you and Bob's loss. Keep those photos handy.
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OLDLAWOMAN
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2012-05-30 08:37 AM |
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Oh, so sorry to hear of this loss. It's so hard to feel the pain. You did all the right things for Buddy, so don't doubt yourself. It takes strength, and you will have it. Give yourself time and patience. Kisses to Bob.
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COMMENT 283630
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2012-05-30 08:57 AM |
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I created a unique and heartwarming keepsake urn called Pet Urnament. Pet lovers really appreciate the warm sentiment they convey. If you go to Urnaments site and put in this code (LIN1) a $15.00 discount will be applied. Again, truly sorry for your loss. What my product offers is something you can look at and be brought to where the happy memories of your pet companion reside.
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COMMENT 283636P
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2012-05-30 09:04 AM |
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Dan, I'm so sorry that you and Bob lost Buddy. You gave him a wonderful life with excellent care, and it showed. He's the picture of health in your photos, and he's handsome as can be. I know how very much it hurts. My husband and I have been through it several times. Let yourself cry and know that he's around you, even though you can't see him. And he'll be waiting for you someday at that rainbow bridge. Hope all the loving comments people have written bring you some measure of comfort. Love the thought that the skunks came to give you their version of hugs.
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COMMENT 283638
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2012-05-30 09:05 AM |
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I am very sorry for your loss. I lost my boy at 17 years it's so hard but glad he's not in pain. It's hard on the other cat too. We had two and our second one lasted 21 years but was never the same after my boy left.
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COMMENT 283664
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2012-05-30 09:36 AM |
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Dan and Bob, I, too, am sorry for your loss. I know the loss of a beloved pet. They are family. Remember all the joy that Buddy has given both of you and smile. He loved you both.
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COMMENT 283668
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2012-05-30 09:40 AM |
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I'm sorry for your loss. I hope you take solace in that he had a long, happy life, surrounded by love, which is the absolute best gift anyone could have.
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COMMENT 283670
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2012-05-30 09:49 AM |
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Sorry to hear, I just lost my cat this past weekend as well...
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COMMENT 283671P
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2012-05-30 09:49 AM |
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Aw heck. What lovely pix. Life is too short for all of us, but it looks like Buddy had a very good life with you.
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KATYDID
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2012-05-30 10:17 AM |
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I'm so sorry...
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GBOB
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2012-05-30 10:19 AM |
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Dan, Thank you for sharing. We've been through a lot with many cats, and it never is easy to say goodbye. Buddy was a lucky boy to have you and Bob to share his time with. Your love of life and your furry friends inspire us. Our best wishes to you and Bob. BC
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COMMENT 283703
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2012-05-30 10:24 AM |
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classic santa barbara.....people pass away with interesting eulogies are posted...handful of views...rarely a comment cat passes away...47 comments and ton of views...not knocking it....just an observation.... sorry about your cat bro.
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COMMENT 283705P
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2012-05-30 10:34 AM |
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My thoughts and prayers are with you, Dan.
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BOOKLADY
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2012-05-30 10:35 AM |
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Dan, What a lovely tribute to Buddy! You were all very lucky to have each other. Here is an Irish Blessing I find helpful: "May you never forget what is worth remembering,
nor ever remember what is best forgotten."
~Irish Blessing
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COMMENT 283708
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2012-05-30 10:47 AM |
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I'm very sorry for your loss Dan. Buddy lived a good long happy life, and YOU enabled that.
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COMMENT 283729
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2012-05-30 11:33 AM |
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so sorry for your loss, dan {{{ godspeed buddy }}}
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RAINE5360
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2012-05-30 01:10 PM |
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Dan, I am so sorry for your loss. Sounds like you gave Buddy a wonderful life and a great home. He has probably crossed that rainbow bridge by now to a happy place where pets are restored to health to run and play once more. Please give Bob extra hugs (if he allows it) since he is probably also sad and confused.
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RAINE5360
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2012-05-30 01:10 PM |
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PS thanks for sharing his pictures with us.
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AUNTIE S.
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2012-05-30 01:15 PM |
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Dan, I'm so sad for your loss and I know how hard it is to lose a beloved companion. You can rest easy knowing you made his life so much better through the years. Do you think mama Skunk knew somehow that you needed a new friend just then and came to let you know she was there for you? Thank you for these beautiful pictures of a lovely boy. What a beauty he was.
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COMMENT 283787
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2012-05-30 02:04 PM |
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Thanks for all the comments. Really, every one was nice. I don't want to say the skunk encounter was anything other than a random meeting. But this morning I had another. I was working on San Gabriel street when I felt something behind me. I turned and it was a black Aussie Shepard with white markings. She was all over me, putting her face in my hands and pretty much siting on my feet. I thought "Whatever, I'm going with it." I've seen this dog once or twice in the many years I worked at this house. I got my camera and snapped a few photos. A few minutes later I saw a neighbor and I yelled, "Is this your dog?" She yes, her name is Sushi. So Sushi, thanks for the wet nose snuggles. Dan
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COMMENT 283876
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2012-05-30 06:35 PM |
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Dan,thanks for sharing your life with Bob and Buddy with all of us edhatters. I am sorry for your loss.
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TWO ABBYS
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2012-05-30 06:49 PM |
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How lucky that you had each other for so long. Although I am always saddened by the loss of a dear pet, I take great comfort in knowing that I gave them the best life I could.
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COMMENT 283914P
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2012-05-31 12:09 AM |
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I am so saddened to read about the loss of your little friend. But... I am so happy that he had such a wonderful life with you was so loved! What a Beautiful kitty your little Buddy was. I Bet if he could, he would say Thanks for being such a wonderful friend.
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