My best friend

I know that my Redeemer lives...	Job 19:25

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Thursday, May 22, 2008

My best friend is gone.

That is the way of life.

I have a lot of fond memories.

He came to live with me one year after I moved to Memphis. He quickly became part of my personality. If you knew me but did not know his name, you were not on the inner circle.

Several of my patients would ask about him when they came back for more chemo.

Could I wish him back, would I?

No. He lived his life and it was a pretty good one.

Yeah. It hurts. It really hurts.

But I have the memories. I thank the Lord for the time we did have. I thank Him for the warmth, the giggles, and the friendship.

Buster is burried way out in the country at Mac's place next to their treasured pets. Mac said a wonderful prayer and once again proved to be a brother and friend.

Blessed be the Name of the Lord!

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I'm so sorry, Linda. What happened to Buster?

Posted 5/22/2008 6:24 PM by SingingMom

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@SingingMom - He was just old. I chose to not try to keep a 17 year old cat alive, but let him take the natural course. He died in his sleep of natural causes.

Posted 5/22/2008 6:28 PM by lindaintennessee

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*hugs*

I understand. We are doing the same with some of ours. We have 3 sisters that are also 17. I keep thinking it won't be long, but they could outlive me. And our dog Pepper, has cancer. She has mammary tumors, and Rachael (who is a vet tech) said they are almost always cancerous. We'll have her put down when she starts to suffer.

Posted 5/22/2008 6:32 PM by SingingMom

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Linda, I am so sorry, also. I know how bad it hurts to lose a four-legged loved one. My heart goes out to you.

Posted 5/22/2008 6:35 PM by Kowpatty

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@Kowpatty - Thank you.

Posted 5/22/2008 6:38 PM by lindaintennessee

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*hugs*

I'm so sorry Linda.

Posted 5/22/2008 6:43 PM by BluebirdChris

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((((((((HUGS))))))))))..............Praying for you!..............In Christ's Love........Monic

Posted 5/22/2008 6:51 PM by magvoice

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(((((Hugs)))))... Prayers for you and for your Buster. I'm so sorry. : (

I've lost a few pets, but the hardest one was when our little kitten Gadget, just 8 months old, got out on the first night it snowed. He'd been very good about coming to me when I would call... Here Kitty Kitty. When I called him that evening he didn't come, so I knew something was wrong. (I hoped he'd just gotton shut in a garage). He had gotton in the engine of someone's car... : (

He'll come and sit with you in your dreams.

Posted 5/22/2008 8:01 PM by lorilily

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Oh, honey, I'm so sorry. I can't imagine you without Buster. What a special, crumudgeon old cat he was - and I know he gave you tons of love and joy. I hope you know our prayers are with you. It's very hard to lose your best friend. He was a good cat and alot of us will miss him (even though he didn't like us much at all!). Love you, xoxoxo, Mari et al

Posted 5/22/2008 8:22 PM by saltysquared - reply

@saltysquared - He did have an attitude, didn't he.

Posted 5/22/2008 8:38 PM by lindaintennessee

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Oh Linda, I am so sorry to hear this... He was such a funny boy... But it is good he slipped away gently... we lost our girls and our Princess had a hard time, took her most of the night. 11 who was about 8 then, held her til the very end. He pit her down so he could go to the bathroom and she was gone before he made it there... But you are right, you have the memories and they will keep you smiling for a long while! (((((hugs)))))

Posted 5/22/2008 8:51 PM by beadbrat

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Loosing a beloved pet is like loosing a child. Glad you can remember him with warmth, love and smiles. Yup, I remembered his name before reaching the end. Glad however he went in peaceful slumber. Hugs to you

Posted 5/22/2008 9:32 PM by tvtfln - reply

*hugs*

I'm so sorry that you lost Buster. He was so much a part of you, and I know that you will miss him a lot. You are in my thoughts and prayers, dear friend. {{{HUGS}}} Carolyn

Posted 5/22/2008 10:27 PM by JusticeMom

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I am very sorry you have lost Buster. I know how much you loved him and that he loved you back. Words will never be enough, but know that I'll be praying for you as you learn to live with only the memories of Buster. ((((((Linda)))))

Posted 5/22/2008 11:34 PM by IamDonnaC

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*hugs*

^they^ all said it better than i ever could. hugs & prayers to you!

Posted 5/22/2008 11:52 PM by FlashFosgitt - reply

*hugs*

I am so sorry to read about Buster passing away.

Posted 5/23/2008 1:34 AM by HappyWandering

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I'm so sorry to hear that you lost your sweet boy.

I didn't realize he was that age. That is the one thing I REALLY don't like about being a pet owner.. LOSING them..

sending you lots of hugs from CA.

Posted 5/23/2008 1:43 AM by Shutterbugd - reply

We all loved Buster, but his heart was all for you. I know he had a wonderful life with you, and that you are going to miss him terribly. I am so sorry.

Posted 5/23/2008 2:51 AM by DanishDoll

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{Hugs} I am so sorry. I know he knew how much he was loved by you.

Posted 5/23/2008 2:59 AM by Ponder_ing

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I am truly sorry for your loss Linda.

You can have our cats if you want them!

Ok maybe not... It's not the same anyway.

Hugs and a prayer for your comfort.

Posted 5/23/2008 3:53 AM by Aloysius_son

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{{{{{{{{{{{{{{{{{{{Big Huggies}}}}}}}}}}}}}}}}}}}}}

Posted 5/23/2008 4:21 AM by oh_mother_may_I

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Oh Linda. I am so very very sorry. {{HUGS}} ~jeanne

Posted 5/23/2008 6:00 AM by jeterbabe - reply

Awww... Some people just do not know how much another creature can mean to a person. I am sorry. Cats have a way of knowing things - at a different level. I hope you are OK. It's OK to be sad - and it's OK to celebrate his life! Cats are one of God's creatures too!

Posted 5/23/2008 6:30 AM by Donkey_Guy_10

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RYC: Sounds like a good book - what time period is it in.

Posted 5/23/2008 6:48 AM by Randy7777

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I understand my friend. A great cat is an amazing thing. He looks like a really special guy. He was sure lucky you adopted him all those years ago. I am getting closer and closer to our funny little kitty everyday. They can be the best joy huh?

My heart is withy ou today!
xoxox, QE

Posted 5/23/2008 7:08 AM by Queenelizzy

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