~tangerine~
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Thank you.
She is almost 9 years old.
She was recently diagnosed with hypothyroidism. She lost some of her hair and was very lethargic and gained some weight. I thought the lethargy was because she was sad that the boys were gone to college and that she missed them, as it started back in September when they went away. So I didn't take her to the vet until she developed bald patches on her coat in February. I felt stupid for not recognizing it sooner, with me being a medical professional, I should have picked up on it earlier. But she is now on thyroid medication and her hair is growing back and she has more energy.
That is so cute, a bird that likes rock music. I used to be a huge Eagles and Don Henley fan, they were my favorite, and I still like them, but Led Zeppelin has taken their place at the top for me.
I'm glad you got Sugar on meds, she should be fine now. I know, i take Synthroid, too.
Jasmine would chirp along to songs he liked. Bob Dylan's "Like a Rolling Stone" was another favorite. I always like the Eagles and when "The End of the Innocence" was released, i became a big fan of Don's solo music, too. For me, The Beatles and Led Zeppelin were always my two favorites (although i discovered Zeppelin first)!
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I know what you mean about the song.
My current dog's name is "Sugar". The song No Sugar Tonight by The Guess Who was on the car radio today and I told my husband that when our dog dies then I wouldn't be able to listen to that song anymore, even though it is one of my favorites from the band.
I can understand, but then, it may also be theraputic in some ways, too. The only other pet i had that died was my grey cheeked parakeet (who led an awesome life!). Jasmine died at 17 years of age in my dad's hand (one of his/her favorite spots to take a nap, lol). Jasmine loved rock music and Don Henley's "Boys of Summer" was always his favorite song. I always think of Jasmine when i hear it. Nelly Furtado's "I'm Like a Bird" is a real sad one, though i don't listen to that kind of music really, Jasmine was still living when that song came out and so i loved it! Now if i hear it (doesn't happen often) makes me cry.
Lets hope Sugar lives a very long life!
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Oh, I am so sorry, ~tangerine~. I have tears in my eyes.
It is extremely difficult to get over this grief of loosing a beloved pet.
Ten years ago, our dog swallowed a bee and was stung and died from it. It took me a month to quit crying about it.
My sincere sympathies to you and your family.
Thank you for your warm thoughts, BUCK EYE DOC! My cat had liver failure, the vet says from aging. She was fifteen years and three months. It hit her fast. She ate breakfast today so i thought that was a good sign, but her lethargy increased and by the afternoon she would barely move. I miss her so much right now. She was my first cat. I have another one that's fourteen and i hope this doesn't affect her too much.
I have always considered pets part of the family and i know she lived a happy and comfortable life. I am sure i will have tears for a while though.
I am sorry about your dog. What a sad story. Pets are loved and they leave an imprint on our hearts.
Very odd thing... after i left the vets the first song i heard when i got into the car was "Sheep". My daughter said, "turn that off it's scary". I caught the verse right before the part where they do their twist on Psalm 23. Made me cry listening to it. Seemed so appropriate. Sheep isn't played much on the radio either, so i took it as a sign in a way (and Sheep is one of my all time favorite songs so the meaning was immense for me).
Thanks again for your kind words
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My cat dying in my arms. At least i won't have to feel guilt over putting her to sleep. Hanging out with my sister and two favorite (ok, two only) nephews. After a very sad day, they made me feel better. Talking to my daughter's Uncle Marcus was nice, too.
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Thru With The Two Step... Robert Plant
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My sweet cat was really tired and couldn't walk anymore. I took her to the vet to be put to sleep. As i got to the counter to check in she died in my arms. Very sad day.
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Stevie and Lindsey alternate lines on some of her songs. They do have a few backup singers, but they usually provide support on the choruses of their songs rather than just filling in for a particular person.
I always thought that Lindsey has a bit of a female sounding voice anyway. I love his singing so i'm not critisizing. Anyway, i think Lindsey could sound great doing Christie McVie's songs... and Stevie, too. I wanted to see Fleetwood Mac in Atlantic City, but with money being tight and my work schedule, doesn't look like i'm going to make it.
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There's No Way Out of Here... David Gilmour
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Let it Rain... Eric Clapton
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Into The Fire... Bruce Springsteen
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Tangerine, I'm sorry to hear about your cat getting old/sick.
It's hard to lose animals.
There was a GIANT thunderstorm this evening. How I love those.
Thank you Mandy! She's hanging in there, but getting her to eat is a challenge.
I'm happy i have time for a nap today!
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Burnin' Sky... Bad Company
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Kittens and all baby animals for that matter, are just so adorable! One thing about females i have seen over the years from having many friends with cats, females don't "spray". I have known quite a few male cats that did, and this was my number one reason for buying female catsthis is the first female we've ever had, i will let you know ... she's only 7 months old. but very affectionate so far. very cute.
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well, i didn't want to get another one, but my 22 yo daughter got another one which looks exactly the same ( all black ). cept this one is female, so i called it snowballs ( cos it hant any ...)
lol, funny reason for the name. I have always found male cats to be more affectionate. Both mine are female, and Tasha especially, has always been very affectionate. My other cat is loving to those she knows well, but cautious of strangers. Nice chatting with you and i hope snowballs brings you plenty of joy!
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oh yes, he definately was elderly. and the poor thing had moved with us to 8 different houses, and never once tried to go back to the previous one. he always settled right in with us. he was a funny old thing, he loved me to hold him in my arms like a baby, lol.
I'm sure you miss him
Sounds like a really wonderful cat. Tasha likes to sit nearby you or on your lap, but neither of my cats enjoy being held. Do you have any other pets? -
King of Pain... The Police
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it's so sad when a family pet comes to the end of their lives.
last year our old cat died. he was 16. he just went missing one day, and we found him in the back yard in some long grass under a tree. looks like he just lay down and went to sleep, but didn't wake. he had been healthy all his life, only one trip to the vet, to get desexed. and he was still eating and scaling high fences right up to the last. i thought he may have been injured, or bitten by a snake, but couldn't find any evidence of that. he may have eaten poison, guess i'll never know. we buried him right where he died.
i hope your old cat goes peacefully, tangerine.xo
Thank you so much for sharing your story, slave to zep. It warms my heart
when people share about their wonderful pets. My cat is 15 years and 3 months old. The vet says her liver failure was from aging. My vet wanted to be more aggressive and put in a nasogastric tube and give her tube feedings, but i can't imagine the expense or putting her through that. I was thrilled to see her eat tonight. She is still happy and the vet promises she won't have any pain. I hope he is right. Tasha was always an indoor cat. She definitely had a nice life. It's just so hard to watch her being ill. I have another cat who is 9 months younger who is fine.I'm sorry about your cat. She may have very well died of natural causes. Any cat who is 15 or older is definitely "elderly" and has lived a long life!
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I live in the Blue Ridge Mountains of Georgia and weather permitting (usually 99% of the time,) I have my coffee on the deck with my two dogs - over looking the mountains while the deer eat the wild blueberries growing on the mountain. This morning I put ZEP I on and thanked God for another day.
That does sound lovely. I would love a view like that, but a view of the mountains and the ocean would be my heaven.
I was happy when after attempting roast turkey, roast chicken and brisket, with no success, my anorexic cat ate 1/4 can of fancy feast turkey and gravy. That and the little bit of milk she has been drinking the past couple days. Sad to watch a beloved pet dying before your eyes. I hope she will continue to eat
Also happy today, while rainy, was nice and cool (mid to upper 60's). Felt nice. -
I'm sorry about your cat; I hope she will be ok
Thank you for the kind words, Virginia! I had to leave Tasha overnight at the vet. She was jaundiced and the vet says it's likely a fatty liver disease that is common when cats age. The vet gave her intravenous fluids and did some blood work. Now i have to feed her foods like turkey, milk and even roasted chicken skin to give her some fat. So far, she had a little turkey and some milk. No telling how long she will live since this condition won't reverse and she is over fifteen. My only other option is tube feedings, which is too aggressive at her age, imo. At least she had a great life. I can take comfort in knowing that.
I hope you are feeling better and more rested. I know how much you run around with your children, in addition to work and taking care of the family.... you deserve some time for yourself too!
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Mr. Self Destruct... Nine Inch Nails
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^ I know how you feel. My daughter has always been very emotional. If she's happy, she's ecstatic. But if she's upset, she's enough to make you want to jump out a window. I never tried to, but man..... she will be five in the fall and still has her moments. But for the most part, the tantrums have ended, thankfully.
I am more sad than unhappy. My oldest cat (15) started to look a bit thinner over the past couple days and today she looks sick. I am very frightened she may be dying. I hope she will improve. I can't get her to the vet until Monday.
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Blue Jay Way... The Beatles
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sorry double post
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Spending the day with my sisters, nieces and nephews at the carinval. Having dinner out with all of them. Then hanging out at my sisters house... lots of fresh air today and being with so many people i love.
What Made You Happy today?
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Thank you, Patrycja! I appreciate the kind thoughts.