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Well I will have to make this short since I will start blubbering again. The date for Jersey Mays journey over the rainbow bridge is Thursday 8am. Her other dad (thanks to all you poss. thoughts) will be here tomorrow (tues) and will be able to spend a day 1/2 with her. I just had to put my cat down last Thurs. that we have had for 16yrs.I am still upset over that. On the poss. side I am lucky to have a vet that will come to my house to help Jersey May along on her journey so she wont be so scared at the vet for her last few. I know its the right time and the right thing to do but still cant help feeling guilty for having to decide when she should move on. Guess its a natural feeling. I did make a concret tile with her paw prints and date on it for her and one for her brother.
Chapped lips (from kissing)
Jersey May, Mr. Red and Jon
My Sweet Jersey May. Lost her back left leg in 2001 at 1 year old. diagnosed with osteosarcoma in the remaining right rear leg May 2010 Left our world September 2010.
We miss you Pea Pie
Chloe and I are glad to hear that her other dad will make it home to say good bye. So sorry to hear that Jersey May has to leave you so soon. Keep enjoying every day you have with her.
We are sending positive thoughts to you.
-Chloe's mom
Chloe became a rear amp tripawd on 7-29-10. Another tumor was removed on front leg 2-20-14. Found 3rd tumor on neck 2-2015, but she's still kicking cancer's butt at age 14. Chloe's blog
I am sorry you have had to make this decision. It is never an easy one, and one none of us take lightly. I am relieved that you and Jersey May's other dad will have some time to spend with her together. I'm sorry about your cat, this is just really bad timing for you and I feel badly for you. Spend the next couple of days making memories to last you a lifetime.
Hugs to you, Jersey May, and her other dad.
Shanna & Spirit Trouble ~ Trouble gained her wings 3/16/2011, a 27 1/2 month cancer survivor, tail wagging. RIP sweetheart, you are my heart and soul. Run free at Rainbow Bridge.
The November Five - Spirits Max, Cherry, Tika, Trouble & Nova. 11/2008 - 3/2013 An era ends as Queen Nova crossed the Bridge.
You are having to make a tough yet loving decision, yet have chosen to make her passage gentle and comfortable. Having just recently gone through the same pain, I send you love, and a hug to the caring vet who will be there with you.
Blessings to your whole family.
Sweet journey Jersey May.
Spirit Angel JD's mom
JD
One Tough Girl
(1999-2010)
-Diagnosed with osteosarcoma of her left front leg –
-Amputation July 23 2010 –
-The cancer didn't get her, but she is gone-
-She fought the cancer and loved life till bloat brought her down August 29th, 2010-
Now she watches over her mom and two new sisters, the Quad-Paws Serena and Maya
What a blessing you can all be together at this difficult time. It's got to be the hardest decision in the world, yet ironically, it's the kindest too. So weird.
We are so sorry you are at this point in the journey (and twice in one week is just heartbreaking). All of us are here, thinking of you and sending our love and hugs your way. If you want to talk, we are here OK?
Tripawds Founders Jim and Rene
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One loss and another heartbreak coming. Oh my.
I am utterly sorry to hear about this, Mr. Red and Jon. This cannot be easy; I know it can't. But I'm glad of Jersey May's dads will be there to say goodbye to Jersey May. Releasing her is an absolutely unselfish act of love.
Thinking of you and sending hugs.
Carmen
Catie -
Birthday – November 4 2003
Amputation – January 13 2010
Crossed the Bridge – June 2 2011
Our thoughts are with you now with what you have gone through with your kitty and will be especially with you on Thursday. Please give an extra kiss and hug from all the tripawds. And promise us that if you need us, you'll come and talk.
Super Hugs.
Comet - 1999 to 2011
She departed us unexpectedly January 23, 2011 at the age of 12 1/2.
She was born with a deformed front leg and a tripawd all of her life.
Thank you everybody. It is nice to read all the kind words from everybody. Off to bed to cuddle.
My Sweet Jersey May. Lost her back left leg in 2001 at 1 year old. diagnosed with osteosarcoma in the remaining right rear leg May 2010 Left our world September 2010.
We miss you Pea Pie
Also having recently gone through this, our hearts are aching for you. We're relieved to read that both dads will be there. So very sorry to hear of the loss of your cat, too. When it rains, it pours. Sending you all a big hug. We are all here to support you.
Cathy/Jane/Spirit Skyler/Chloe
jon our thoughts are with you and your family. so sorry to hear of the passing of your kitty - but know that the kitty is waiting to go on new adventures with jersey may. blessings to you, extra hugs and kisses to jersey may.
charon & gayle
Life is good, so very, very good!!! Gayle enjoyed each and every moment of each and every wonderful day (naps included). She left this world December 12, 2011 – off on a new adventure.
Love Never Ends
I'm so glad that Jersey May will get to spend some time with both dads before she passes on. That's a blessing. The choices you have had to make are not easy but they show the love and compassion you have for both Jersey May and your kitty. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this difficult time.
Fortis'Dad
I'm so glad Jersey May's other dad will be able to get home to help her at the end. You are doing what you need to do out of love for her, and she knows how much you love her. Please give your special girl a big kiss and a hug from us. We're sending plenty of hugs your way...
Holly, Zuzu and Susan
Holly joined the world of tripawds on 12/29/2009. She has a big little sister, Zuzu, who idolizes Holly and tries to make all of her toys into tripawds in Holly's honor. And she's enjoying life one hop at a time!
http://anyemery.....ipawds.com
Just wanted to let you know that we are thinking of all of you and will be sending comforting thoughts your way. I hope you will be able to enjoy the time you all have left together.
Bethany and Kobe
I am glad to read that Jersey May's other dad will be home and that you all will be able to spend time together and be together when you have to say good bye to your girl.
My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time.
Jo Ann & Tasha
Tasha 8 years old, First cancer diagnosis 6/26/09, Last cancer diagnosis 9/26/09, Amputation 10/01/09, Loving our girl moment by moment.
Tasha lost her battle and became my Angel on May 4 2011. Forever in my heart….
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