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   I read this and cried.....

   Rainbow Bridge
   Just this side of heaven is a place called Rainbow Bridge.

   When an animal dies that has been especially close to someone here, that pet goes to Rainbow Bridge.
   There are meadows and hills for all of our special friends so they can run and play together.
   There is plenty of food, water and sunshine, and our friends are warm and comfortable.

   All the animals who had been ill and old are restored to health and vigor; those who were hurt or maimed are made whole and strong again, just as we remember them in our dreams of days and times gone by.
   The animals are happy and content, except for one small thing; they each miss someone very special to them, who had to be left behind.

   They all run and play together, but the day comes when one suddenly stops and looks into the distance. His bright eyes are intent; His eager body quivers. Suddenly he begins to run from the group, flying over the green grass, his legs carrying him faster and faster.

   You have been spotted, and when you and your special friend finally meet, you cling together in joyous reunion, never to be parted again. The happy kisses rain upon your face; your hands again caress the beloved head, and you look once more into the trusting eyes of your pet, so long gone from your life but never absent from your heart.

   Then you cross Rainbow Bridge together....

   Author unknown...

   Posted 4 years ago by Bogman, Clark and Andy's mama 2/27 Florida #

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   *tearing up again* We're all thinking of you and Sebastian today, HM, hope you feel our thoughts and prayers with you today.

   That was beautiful, Terri.

   Posted 4 years ago by GreatDane #

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   Update please. I have been out of the country and unwell before that and have obviously missed an important piec of information. Help?

   Posted 4 years ago by Pollys_Mum_in_UK_26/05 #

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   Hi polly's Mum. Sadly, HM is having to put down the baby Sebastian today. He's 18 and has been ailing for some time.

   Posted 4 years ago by GreatDane #

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   The first time I ever read this was for a friends cat that died suddenly.
   It is just SOOOOO beautiful.
   HM, we are thinking of you today and Sebby too.
   Love and hugs and purrs and headbutts, etc ...

   Posted 4 years ago by SammyandOliversmama #

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   Thank you for the information. Having been there with Suki at Easter and again with my cat-sitting-cat Billy in November, I can empathise. Poor HM.

   Posted 4 years ago by Pollys_Mum_in_UK_26/05 #

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   A sad day for HM...my thoughts and prayers are with you as you put to rest your dear friend, Sebastian. May your memories and love of him carry you through the Holidays. You release him to the Rainbow Bridge where he is young and strong and full of joy and waits for you! God Bless, HM!

   Posted 4 years ago by CatRancher #

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   HM was the first thought I had when I woke this morning.. Ron asked me why I had tears and I told him of Sebastian and how hard this day must be for HM...He just put his arm around me and told me that Mr.Bug and many others will be waiting for him..and Sebastian will feel like a kitten again. I think this man is a keeper...as for HM..I Lord will give you the strength you need and will bring peace to your broken heart...

   Posted 4 years ago by 2bpurring #

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   I, too, thought of HM first. My prayers are not only for Sebby to go gently into the good night, but that God help our HM through this. John says that I have a great deal of faith and I guess I do. I mean, I KNOW that God will give our HM strength, not only through our thoughts, prayers, and love but more importantly throught His love.

   Posted 4 years ago by Bogman, Clark and Andy's mama 2/27 Florida #

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    HM - I too have been thinking of you all morning. Chester is at the Bridge waiting with a smile and open arms to greet your sweet Sebastian.

    Posted 4 years ago by Elene_YorkPA_7/21 #

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    Well put T&BM.. but isn't faith more of believing in that which you can not prove...I've seen enough of Gods work in my life...I Know...

    Posted 4 years ago by 2bpurring #

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    Blessings to you HM. I too have been thinking of you today and praying that you find comfort in God and from your friends here. Sebbie will be waiting for you.

    Posted 4 years ago by Shelley #

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    Shelley..You too have been in my prayers..how's Larry, Gayle and the girls?

    Posted 4 years ago by 2bpurring #

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    God's speed Sebastian...Hugs & Prayers HM

    Posted 4 years ago by feral #

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    HM..As painful as the seperation is...will the joy of a oneday reunion be. Yes, Godspeed Sebastian. HM {{{Hugs}}}

    Terri, I'd never read that...thank you, it's beautiful.

    Hi Sis! I love you!

    Posted 4 years ago by Karenopa #

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    Karen, I love you too! I wish I could give you a real Hug,but,cyber will have to do. {{{HUGS}}}

    Posted 4 years ago by feral #

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    Awwww! Gosh darn it...it's gonna be a cry all day kinda day! *thinking stop buying the cheap tissues* {{{HUGS}}} back at you sis! Big Bear ones!

    Posted 4 years ago by Karenopa #

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    Strength to you, HM! {hugs} Scritches and belly rubs to Sebby.

    Posted 4 years ago by miu #

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    HM you and Sebby were my first thoughts this morning today as well. I am sending you prayers for strength and comfort. Know that we are carrying your pain with you today and in the days to come.

    Posted 4 years ago by KYKAT 12 23 #

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    Sweet and peaceful passage, Sebastian. Never again will you be ill or tired. Thank you for the many years that you have brought so much joy to your family. They will never, ever forget you, but I'm sure that you know that. Although, right now, when they think of you there will be tears. But in time their memories of you will bring smiles and the joy of happy times spent with you. Thank you for being such a good and loyal friend to your family. Know that they love you beyond words. Hopefully, when you pass over the Bridge, you will find a way to let them know that you are all right. Maybe just an extra twinkle of a star in the Christmas sky. Sweet dreams, Sebbie. So many friends are waiting for you.

    Special thoughts and prayers to you, HM. And to your entire family. I know how hard this day is, as the days leading up to it have been. But how fortunate Sebastian has been to be so incredibly loved.

    Posted 4 years ago by WillowandWindismom #

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    Haven't read that for a long time, thanks for posting it Terri - and HM, my thoughts have been with you today, I hope it was a peaceful farewell. xx

    Posted 4 years ago by MadcatwomanintheUK #

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    HM, you have given Sebastian the final gift you could offer, out of love and compassion, even while it hurts you beyond words. That is a noble and generous act, to spare Sebastian any further suffering, when there is nothing else you could do for him.

    I hope that someday the pain of your loss fades, and the dominant memories of Sebastian will be all the happy, peaceful ones.

    Posted 4 years ago by anncetera2 #

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    I went to bed last night thinking how it was HM's last night with her baby. I've barely thought about anything else all day. Hugs, thoughts and prayers for HM.

    Posted 4 years ago by GreatDane #

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    Our arms are around you and Sebastian, HM, to comfort and support you. Good journey, Sebastian.

    Posted 4 years ago by Kitten Whisperer #

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    Hes up there with all my babies, Yathzee, Abby, Lisa, Scumhead and Uncle Dave. Dont worry-hes being taking care off - I PROMISE

    Posted 4 years ago by Chrissycat #

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    I've been thinking about you too HM,Sebby was so incredibly fortunate to have a mom like you. Please feel our arms around you during this time.Quiet comfort,prayers and Purrs.

    Posted 4 years ago by Buttercup #

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    Karen--I have thought of little else but of you and Sebby and have wept many tears throughout the day. Your baby is no longer aching or suffering and is grateful to you both for the wonderful life you gave him and for your final act of kindness in letting him go. Although it may seem impossible to believe right now because the pain is so raw, it will get easier over time (and you're probably thinking, "Yeah, right!") and your tears of pain will turn to tears of laughter when you remember all of the silly idiosyncrocies that made Sebby so unique. {{{{{{hugs}}}}}}}

    I've emailed you my # if you need a virtual shoulder to cry on

    Posted 4 years ago by FondaHonda #

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    HM, everyone has said it so eloquently about Sebastian, myself and my crew here offer many hugs, share your tears, and know the he is meeting with so many others whom have already crossed and are waiting to guide him. Until you meet again, bless you both.

    Posted 4 years ago by AZDEBRA 5/27 & crew #

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    Prayers, loving, healing energy and hugs to you, HM. {{{HUGS}}}

    Posted 4 years ago by Rubia in CA, 4/28 #

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    HM, thinking of you ... Hugs...'n tears too .....

    Posted 4 years ago by SammyandOliversmama #

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