R.I.P. Marbles

[gadgetgary]

It is with a heavy heart that I write these words.
Just had to put my cat Marbles to sleep.
She had been losing weight and last nite was very difficult as she had trouble breathing.
When I woke up this morning, I could not find her anywhere. After 45 minutes, I heard this noise downstairs and found her under a bureau. She was very weak and her breathing was labored.
I phoned the emergency vet and took her in. The vet said that she was very weak and seemed like she was wanting to die.
The vet said she did not know if Marbles was having renal failure or cancer. She told me that she could do some tests, but nothing was guaranteed.
So I decided the humane thing to do was to not make her suffer.
Marbles was a rescue and she had a good life.

Marbles, Rest in Peace.
I know you are looking down at me now and saying Thank you.

 

[cleanteamofny]

So sorry for your lost.
I know she brought you a lot of joy around the house when things go rough.
Hang in there and cherish the memories!

 

[maytagbear]

I am SO sorry,

Gary, SO sorry.

Marbles looked like a wonderful kitty.

You did do the right thing, even though it was not the easy thing.

Lawrence/Maytagbear

 

[kenmoreguy64]

I know exactly how you feel Gary. I am a cat lover and have had a 16 year old cat with cancer, and another later that had renal failure. It's so hard to see them get frail when you remember them so clearly in their prime.

It sounds like Marbles knew it was time to go, and I'm glad you didn't let things linger, kudos to you for that. Over time, the strong and happy memories of her will overshadow the painful memories of today.

On a happier note, when/if you're ready, there are lots of kitties out there who Marbles would probably nominate to be your 2009 rescuee!

Take it easy today Gary, and Happy New Year!

Gordon

 

[toggleswitch2]

I too had noticed she was getting very thin and bony, and had mentioned this a few weeks ago. I thought she would be leaving us. and so it is.

So many time I'd be lying down on the couch and she would would sit on my abdomen/chest, herface (or @$$) just a few inches from my face.

I will always remember her coming to the door on Friday nights to greet me with her companion Breanna ("Breezy") the Shi-Tzu.

We'd all be lying on the sectional sofa in the den having "family time" and watching TV over the weekend. I taught the dog how to go up and down stairs. When I'd say "Let's go downstaris adn have family-time", they'd both RUN down those stairs!

I miss her already. I am dismayed that I am in the office today (no choice), far far away and can't be there in person to comfort Gary. I am comforted to some degreem however, that Gary and his ex were able to get to the vet and have Marbles surrounded by her Daddies(I'm the "Evil" step-mother) as she transitioned.

Gary thinks this is not the way to start the year. I think of it this way, she wanted to avoid a new year suffering, sad, miserable and uncomforatable. It's time to dry my eyes and get back to work, but I just thought I would share what a good companion she was to all.

May health, happinesd, good financed, peace, love and forgiveness reign throughout this year to all. Amen.

 

[shawn]

Gary so sorry to hear about Marbles,it is not an easy thing to
do but she is not suffering.
Take Care
Tim.

 

[gadgetgary]

Marbles

Loved family time.
And she loved Brieanna.

Trying to dry the tears............

 

[frigilux]

You certainly did the right thing, Gary---as painful a decision as it was. I'm glad to see that many cats and dogs have had lives full of love and pampering here at AW.

Take care, Gary, and I hope you have gotten the worst of 2009 out-of-the-way.

 

[whirlcool]

What is it with this month/year? Judging by the number of posts like this it seems a lot of us have lost cherished pets in the past 30 days. We lost three dogs this year alone.

I am so sorry to hear of the loss of Marbles. Just remember the good times you had with her and remember time heals everything. I know it's hard, but it'll get easier in time.

 

[jaxsunst]

I am so very sorry. I am still grieving the loss of Spock on 12/22, so I share your pain. Let yourself grieve, then have your wonderful memories.

 

[j2400]

I am really sorry to hear about Marbles. It's never easy losing a pet.

 

[perc-o-prince]

We, too, understand the pain!

Gary & Steve, we are sorry for your loss. Telling you that time will make it better is no consolation at this time. Just know that you are in our thoughts!

Rich & Chuck

 

[goatfarmer]

Sorry for your loss. A rotten way to start the new year, but she is in a better place.

kennyGF

 

[rickr]

Sorry to hear this Gary. My best to you.

 

[andyelectrolux]

Gary

So sorry to read this. Just know I understand the pain of what you are going through, and you are in my thoughts and prayers.

 

[rp2813]

Awwww, she looks like a beautiful and sweet girl. You did the right thing Gary. Cherish the memories. I have our black & white sweetie Mia on my lap right now as I type and just gave her an extra squeeze. Marbles thanks you, Gary. She knew it was her time and you let her go without any more discomfort. She's in a better place now thanks to you. And she'll always be very much alive in your heart.

Ralph

 

[foraloysius]

Gary, I'm sorry that you lost such a dear pet, I can relate to the pain you're feeling right now. These decisions are hard to make but the only right decision is the one that is the best for them. I hope you find comfort in the thought that Marbles will always be in your heart.

Louis

 

[autowasherfreak]

I too am sorry for your loss. I will get better in time, just remember she is in a better place.

 

[58limited]

So sorry for your loss. Marbles was a beautiful cat, and I love the name.