Oh, Diane – I am so sorry to hear about OJ.  I know there's not much we can say to help ease the pain, but please know we're keeping you close to our heart this week, and sending tons of hugs across the miles.

Hugs,

Holly and Susan

Diane, Magic, and Spirit OJ,

We are so very sorry to hear of your loss of OJ and would like you to accept our deepest sympathy at this time. I have been told that life never throws more at you than you can handle, but it seems that life is testing you beyond any limit that I would have. I know that loosing OJ will create a huge hole right now, but OJ and Bob have not totally left you for the gifts that they gave will live with you forever. From all your postings it is clear that OJ had a great life. So great that OJ fought so very hard to be there with you and Magic to help you fight Magic's battle. Please take care of youself – as good of care as you give Magic. Know that this community will be here if you need.

Our deepest condolences,

Spirit Cherry & Dad

Oh Ge'Lena and Comet …thank you so much (and you too Shanna for trying to outrace them)

I am now sobbing again.  I knew this community was the best…how can you all be better than the best?  to  take this little jog to acknowledge my old grumpus OJ, is beyond me to find words….those of you who have suffered through my novellas will find this an amazing thing.  Although I know it was time and that to even hydrate him with an IV one more time was going to gain me a day or two and gain him nothing at all.  I thank you for your wishes for us …. I can't even put all his stuff away, I'm afraid it will freak Magic out if the cat box disappears so maybe…well not yet at least.  As was mentioned, he was my Bob's very favorite animal and was the "therapy cat" for my friend with cancer.  He always split time between laps but when she was here Sunday night for survivor, he climbed in her lap and stayed there for the whole night knowing he wouldn't see her again I think. (well he still slept with me, under the covers, head on my shoulder, nestled in my arm)  I really wanted a pic of him in bed like that and I didn't get it.  An "internet friend" that I play a game Yoville (some of you play too) sent me this last night that I'll finish with.  Thank you all so much….I can't touch you but I love you.  The warmth you have brought to my heart cannot be explained.

"I just keep remembering our conversation this afternoon, and I'm picturing OJ jumping into Bob's lap, purring loudly while Bob is stroking his now-healthy body.  And the look on Bob's face shows the joy he feels at having OJ with him – but it also shows sadness, knowing how much you are grieving.  I hope you're feeling my arms around you – go ahead and cry on my shoulder.  I'm going to pray that you will feel God's peace and get some much needed rest."

Oh Diane,

My heart goes out to you….I'm so so sorry for your loss.  This must be so difficult for you and Magic right now.  Just know that OJ will always be a very special family member on this website and we are grieving with you.  You are such a loving and devoted parent and for that, OJ was truly blessed to have had you in his life just as you were blessed to have had him.  When we lost our other dog to lymphoma, I took comfort in knowing that I was given this incredible gift of love and for that I will be forever grateful.  OJ is your incredible gift of love.

You and Magic are in my thoughts and prayers.

Kami (Mackenzie's Mom)

Oh Diane, I'm so sad for you.  You let us get to know OJ along with you and Magic and he's one of us now, and we grieve together.  I like your friend's picture of OJ re-joining Bob, but I know it just enlarged the hole in your life.  I also send prayers of peace and comfort, and rest.  You're in my thoughts.

Mary