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Conference misery::feline_v1

Title:Meower Power is Valuing Differences
Notice:FELINE_V1 is moving 1/11/94 5pm PST to MISERY
Moderator:MISERY::VANZUYLEN_RO
Created:Sun Feb 09 1986
Last Modified:Tue Jan 11 1994
Last Successful Update:Fri Jun 06 1997
Number of topics:5089
Total number of notes:60366

3394.0. "Farewell, my Sheba" by ISLNDS::SOBEK () Tue Mar 06 1990 13:28

    Dearest Sheba,
    
    	I remember so well when you first came to us, such a tiny kitten
    with so much spunk!  Twenty years ago ...we were all so young then.
    There were many times during these years when I ..only half-joking
    ..referred to you as my role-model. Sheba, ...the independent, ...the
    ornery ...the unique.  You were a major part of my sons' world as
    they grew from childhood to adulthood. They have loved you and you
    have repaid that love a hundred times over.  Such tales of mischief
    and mayhem they have to someday tell their children!
    
    	I thank you, Greymalkin, for the treasure of all the years you
    shared with us ..and for making such a valiant effort to bounce
    back from this final illness  ...giving me the time to say farewell.
    Your coat was still shiny as you purred in my lap last night  ...but
    sometime in the darkness I felt a change. Though you still clung
    to life, I knew you had decided it was time to go.  As our friends
    at NVVH helped to free you I knew your pain was ended  ..and ours
    just beginning.
    
    	When Spring comes you will join your brother, TiJai, near the
    edge of the garden. We will think of you in joy and grace.  ...And
    even as we are grieving for you ..we will be looking forward to
    the arrival of new kittens in our home.  New life, new hope  ...and
    the cycle continues...
    
    	Your struggle is over, Dearheart.  Rest In Peace.
    
    
    					My Love Always,
    
    
                                        Linda  
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3394.1I am so sorry...NATASH::ANDERSONTue Mar 06 1990 14:268
    Oh Linda, I am so sorry to hear of your loss...I feel your pain. 
    
    What a beautiful tribute to Sheba!  
    
    Now I have to go to the ladies room as I am crying at my desk.
    
    Marilyn
    
3394.2CGVAX2::LANDRYCloser to the HeartTue Mar 06 1990 14:437
    This struck my heart as well, what a beautiful tribute.
    
    My sympathies,
    
    Anna
    with tears in her eyes
    
3394.3FSHQA1::RKAGNOA Cat Makes a Purrfect FriendTue Mar 06 1990 14:5815
    Linda, you write so well.  What are you doing here at Digital? 
    :^).
    
    I am sorry to hear about Sheba's passing.  I know how much you loved
    her, and always enjoyed it when you shared "Sheba stories" and antics.
    Take comfort in your other babies, and look forward to the time
    when new Birman kittens will fill your days with endless fun and
    love.
    
    A beautiful tribute to a special cat.
    
    Thinking of you,
    
    --ROberta
    
3394.4WR2FOR::CORDESBRO_JOset home/cat_max=infinityTue Mar 06 1990 15:0514
    Linda, that was a lovely tribute to Sheba.  Though I had never met
    her in person, I have always felt that I have known her from the
    stories you have shared with me over the years.  I think that in
    each of our lives, there will always be one special cat.  Though
    we love our other cats deeply, I think that there is always one
    that steals our hearts and souls forever.  Jesse was that cat for
    me, and I think that Sheba was that cat for you.  She will always
    be with you in spirit, just as my Jesse is always with me.  I take
    comfort in knowing that Jesse is no longer in pain, and I hope that
    knowing that Sheba is no longer in pain will comfort you.
    
    Sending my love across the country to you and yours,
    
    Jo  
3394.5AIMHI::OFFENTue Mar 06 1990 15:208
    I'm also sitting here with tears in my eyes and I don't care who sees
    them.
    
    That was so beautiful.  My heartfelt sympathies to you.
    
    Sandi
    
    
3394.6SANFAN::FOSSATJUTue Mar 06 1990 15:269
    Your tribute to Sheba is so very beautiful and I am fighting back
    the tears as I write this.  My thoughts and prayers are being sent
    to you across the miles for strength and courage during this difficult
    time.
    
    God bless,
    
    
    Giudi + Pippin, Gino & Stitch
3394.7Beautiful tributeBOOVX2::MANDILETue Mar 06 1990 15:286
    That was so beautiful.  I now have fresh tears in my eyes.
    
    May her and Noel dance together among the clouds.
    
    
    Lynne
3394.8YGREN::JOHNSTONou krineis, me krinestheTue Mar 06 1990 16:314
Thank you, Linda, and my sympathy.  Even though it's rough, it so much easier
when you have time to say good-bye.

  Ann
3394.9 so sorryAIMHI::MCCURDYTue Mar 06 1990 16:332
    us too,,
    Kate
3394.10the same from us...CSCOA5::MCFARLAND_DTue Mar 06 1990 16:568
    
    someone here asked why on earth i was sobbing at lunch...
    
    our sympathies to you.  i'm glad you expressed your feelings in your
    tribute to sheba.  maybe that will help ease the pain a bit.
    
    diane, stella & stanley
    
3394.11NUTMEG::MITCHELL_VTue Mar 06 1990 17:288
    
    Linda, your tribute was so beautiful.  I'm glad you were able to say
    good-bye.  Just think, spring is around the corner and it certainly
    will bring you a loving kitten to share your life with.
    
    Best wishes,
    
    Val and Rusty
3394.12ROYALT::MORRISSEYPD abounds....Tue Mar 06 1990 18:238
    
    	Linda,
    
    	How beautiful.  I'm sitting here with tears in my eyes.
    
    	So sorry,
    	JJ
    
3394.13so sorryPARITY::DENISEAnd may the traffic be with youTue Mar 06 1990 19:244
    What a beautiful tribute.  Maybe you or someone could read it at
    Sheba's funeral.  Our thoughts are with you.
    
                         Denise and the gang of 7
3394.14so sorry tooSQM::CINDITue Mar 06 1990 19:2813
    
    linda:
    
    what a beautiful tribute to Sheba. 20 years is a long time to have
    a fur-face and i'm sure you gave her lots of love. you'll always
    keep her in your heart. so sorry to hear of your loss.
    
    our thoughts are with you. we send lots of hugs. tears are also
    in my eyes...
    
    cindi, magen and cinnamon
    
    
3394.15SympathyUSEM::MCQUEENEYVast skill, half vast job.Tue Mar 06 1990 23:298
    
    Linda, that was a beautiful eulogy.  You (and Sheba) were very lucky
    to have shared so many years together.  Our condolensces on your
    loss, but we wish you many more years of fond memories.
    
    Bob, Smoke, Sneakers & Nova
    
    
3394.16CRUISE::NDCPutiput Scottish Folds - DTN: 297-2313Wed Mar 07 1990 10:479
    Linda,
      I am also sorry to hear of Sheba's passing.  I'm glad that you
    had time to say good-bye.  It really makes a difference.  In time
    the pain will ease and you'll be left with years of fond memories.
    
    Sheba's name has been added to the Silver Lining Memorial list for
    this quarter.
      Sympathy and Love,
       Nancy DC
3394.17ISLNDS::SOBEKWed Mar 07 1990 12:5624
    I had saved the January picture from the "Great Cats! '89" calendar
    as the cat pictured is an old-type bluepoint Siamese that is the
    image of Sheba. The quote on the back of that picture reads:
    
    		The companionship of a cat
    		is never measured in weeks,
    		but in years of memories
    		and dreams that cannot be
    		duplicated.
    
    				Roger Valentine, D.V.M.
    
    
    I know the depth of our feelings for Sheba are similar to the feelings
    that many of you Feliners have felt for your special companions.
    It binds us in a very warm [sometimes Hot! :^) ] conference. Knowing
    that allowed me to feel comfortable with sharing some very personal
    feelings in such a public forum.  Your expressions of sympathy and
    understanding have helped alot. 
    
    					Thank you, my friends,
    
    					Linda
                                                
3394.18A box of rain will ease the painWJOUSM::GILMOREWed Mar 07 1990 16:1129
    
    
                    And its just a box of rain,
                    Full of ribbons for your hair,
                    Believe it if you need to,
                    Or, leave it if you dare,
    
                    .....
    
                    A box of rain will ease the pain,
                    And love will see you through....
    
                                              garcia, hunter
    ***************************************************************************
    
      When Max left I was blown away, I couldn't believe it, but I had to,
    and did. Its strange how we adapt to everything in our lives; friends
    enter and leave, jobs/careers change, yet the loss of my Maxie was just
    devastating. I carried on, and now have a lovely new cat, Brie/Moon -
    I'm trying to change her name - who over the last six weeks has given 
    me new joys and hope for new love. I'm amaze. I get so sentimental over
    cats. They are such beautiful, caring, furry creatures.
     
     
    
    
    
    
    
3394.19Kittie tears are salty too...NUTMEG::SPINGLERWed Mar 07 1990 16:1810
    
    Linda,
    
    What a lovely goodbye to your special friend.  Our sympathies, and a
    big gentle hug from New Hampshire.
    
    Feline Sad,
    
    Sue & Panther & Spot
    
3394.20SA1794::DOWSEYKKirk Dowsey 243-2440Wed Mar 07 1990 19:533
    Sorry to hear about your loss
    
    Kirk
3394.21Wishing better days for youCSC32::K_KINNEYWed Mar 07 1990 21:215
    
    
    		With hopes for better days to come.
    
    				Kim and "the Nipper" in Colorado
3394.22Our heartfelt sympathiesGENRAL::BALDRIDGEFall has fellWed Mar 07 1990 23:239
    Linda, having just lost a companion of 16 years, we have much sympathy
    for your loss.  We thought your tribute was exceptional and we want to
    share it with our Vet.
    
    re: .21
    	Kim, you might be interested in the note I just posted in #2228.
    
    All our love, Chuck, Jane, Peaches and Cassandra
    
3394.23Warm fuzzy hugs........USMRW2::EVIOLAThu Mar 08 1990 16:1710
    
    I don't know yourself or your precious Sheba,,,,,,,,,but my heart that
    has had such pain, numerous times, extends the healing time to you.
    When we love so hard and strong, we grow like a lovely Rose.........
    
    			........warm and comfy hugs from Scruffy
    
    				a shoulder from Carol Weston
    
    
3394.24PrayersMEMIT::MISSELHORNThu Mar 08 1990 16:349
    Linda,
    
    There is nothing I can say that hasn't been said except how very
    sorry I am on the lost off your Sheba.  My heart aches and I, too,
    have tears in my eyes.
    
    Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
    
    Barbara and Bruce
3394.25Thinking of youTUNER::JENKINSFri Mar 09 1990 15:5322
    Linda,
    
    Many times this week we have discussed the hope and dream of Sheba
    pulling through this final illness.  Since I have met Sheba many times
    I feel the specialness of your bond you had with her.  I am glad that
    Sheba could give you the time to say good bye to her.  She was a
    special grand lady and no matter how many kitties you have from this
    point on you will always remember and cherish all the fond memories of
    her.  
    
    My prayers are with you and your family.  I hope that when your little
    kittens get running around that all the hurt of losing her will have
    passed as you enjoy the playful antics of new birman babies.  Sheba
    would have wanted it so as she always cherished little babies.
    
    Here's to lots of joyful things happening this spring.  I better get
    prepared to bring a bottle of champagne to celebrate when Mistral
    grands.  I figure it shouldn't be long.
    
    Nancy
    
    
3394.26LYMPH::SWANTCan't get away from basicsWed Mar 21 1990 17:016
    Linda,

    My thoughts are with you.  It is hard to lose an old and dear 
    companion.  The poem expressed my feelings exactly.

			    -- Julie
3394.27The sad trend continues...ISLNDS::SOBEKThu Jun 07 1990 15:0240
    On Memorial Day we put Sheba to rest at the edge of the garden next
    to TiJai and Lovey.  I never dreamed that we would be putting my
    beautiful Magic to rest at the same time.
    
    Magic put up a good fight against a deadly viral infection but was
    unable to recover. I am thankful that she never suffered. She was
    purring in my arms as she went to sleep.
    
    Jo, there are no words to thank you enough for all the help, 
    understanding and loving support.  With your advice and the help of
    the folks at NVVH I had the assurance that everything possible
    was done for Magic and knowing that there is every reason to believe
    that my other kids will remain as healthy and active as they now
    appear to be.
    
    (Re. 3675) Roberta, your thoughtful concern during Magic's illness
    was a great help to me. We didn't know that you were soon to lose
    your handsome Kirby. I share your loss. I know how special he was and
    I will miss him too.
    
    Ira, my sympathies also go out to you on the loss of Puffer. I am
    sure he was special to you and will be missed.
    
    
    The loss of a friend, animal or human, reminds us how fragile life
    is ...and how enduring. In the middle of the worry and sadness about
    Magic, ....our minihorse mares gave birth to two beautiful chestnut
    foals; one colt (boy) and one filly (girl).  We have been delighting
    in watching them enjoy their new world.
    
    I look forward to new Birmans in our home, more excitement at the
    shows, ..and new Birman babies in our future.  In the meatime I
    give Mistral, Charm, Mooner, Sity and Corey lots of hugs ....and
    treasure all the wonderful memories.
    
    Rest in Peace sweet Magic.
     
    Linda
    
    
3394.28CIRCUS::KOLLINGKaren/Sweetie/Holly/Little Bit Ca.Thu Jun 07 1990 17:144
    We're very sorry about Magic.
    
    Karen, Sweetie, Holly, and Little Bit.
    
3394.29JJLIET::JUDYYork beach boogyin with the bandThu Jun 07 1990 20:169
    
    	So sorry to hear about Magic.
    
    	Seems like quite a few have entered kitty heaven as of late.
    
    	so sad..
    
    	JJ, Brandi, Sasha, Chloe and Duke
    
3394.30Hard to read aboutGENRAL::BALDRIDGESpring has SprungThu Jun 07 1990 21:088
    Golly, having been away from Feline for the past three weeks, it
    take a long time to catch up and am so sorry to have to read of
    so many loved furfaces passing on.
    
    Our deepest sympathy over the loss of Magic.
    
    Chuck, Jane, Peaches, Cassandra & Purrkins
    
3394.31CSCOA5::MCFARLAND_Dbo knows windows 3.0...?Thu Jun 07 1990 23:257
    
    we, too, hope this is the end of this "sad trend"!  condolences on the
    loss of magic...
    
    diane stanley & stella
    
    
3394.32MELKOR::RUSSELLFri Jun 08 1990 00:1916
    Linda,
    
    I'm just sitting here in tears after Jo told me about Magic (my
    Meggie).  I am so sorry.  My husband & I enjoyed and loved her so much
    for the first 4 months for her life, and I know you loved and enjoyed her
    for the rest of her all too brief life.  
    
    May you find solace and comfort with your other cats and your new
    foals.
    
    I'm looking forward to meeting you in Medina.
    
    Steffi, Misty, Lizette, and Misha
    
    
     
3394.33WMOIS::H_TAYLORCats can't compete with CadillacsFri Jun 08 1990 12:166
    So very sorry to hear about Magic.  From someone who knows the pain of
    loss and the joys of memories.
    
    Holly, Tabitha, Silver, Pita, Seasea, Michaela, and Sweetie
    
    
3394.34FRAGLE::PELUSOPAINTS; color your corralFri Jun 08 1990 12:415
    
    Linda-
    
    So sorry to hear about Magic....Michele & Nippa
    
3394.35PROSE::GOGOLINFri Jun 08 1990 13:593
    This is so sad. We send our deepest sympathy also.
    
    Linda, Misty, Cubby, Tweetie, Toby, and Peanut
3394.36A few more tearsCLUSTA::TAMIRACMS design while-u-waitFri Jun 08 1990 23:334
    Us, too, we're so sorry...
    
    Mary & the monsters
    
3394.37so sorryFORTSC::WILDEAsk yourself..am I a happy cow?Fri Jun 08 1990 23:555
We, too, share your loss....

		D and the San Jose Terrorists
    

3394.38Big Hugs...ICS::GERRYHome is where the Cat isMon Jun 11 1990 12:444
    I'm so sorry, Linda.
    
    cin, and the Cattyshack kids.
    
3394.39CRUISE::NDCPutiput Scottish Folds - DTN: 297-2313Wed Jun 13 1990 11:1911
    sigh...another name has been added to the Silver Lining Memorial List.
    Magic will certainly be in good company.
    
    We are all very sorry to hear of your loss Linda.  You certainly have
    had more than your share in the past 1.5 years.  
    
    Folks - the Silver Lining Memorial gift is scheduled to go out around
    7/15 so if you want to make donations please send them soon.
    
    With much sympathy
      Nancy DC & the House o' Purrs