The vet just called.
They did blood tests and x-rays this morning and at 2 pm had to do exploratory surgery.
Mumin had cancer and an inoperable tumor in her intestines.
She died on the operating table.
She was 6 years old.
I love you, baby.
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oh, sweetie, i am so very sorry for your loss. sending loads of love your way. xoxox
Posted by: leah at June 15, 2007 02:46 PM (Msku8)
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Oh, Helen, I am so very sorry.
Posted by: Heather at June 15, 2007 02:47 PM (G8dHb)
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oh honey, I'm so sorry. I know how hard it is to lose a furbaby. I still miss our sweet Samantha.
Posted by: girl at June 15, 2007 02:55 PM (FnQDN)
Posted by: Jen(aside) at June 15, 2007 03:01 PM (u973k)
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I'm SO sorry...it must hurt. I'm thinking of you.
Posted by: wn at June 15, 2007 03:01 PM (RF5nC)
Posted by: wRitErsbLock at June 15, 2007 03:04 PM (+MvHD)
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So sorry to hear that. A definite shock.
Posted by: Elisa at June 15, 2007 03:06 PM (AlPvn)
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Sending a virtual hug your way. So sorry for your loss.
Posted by: sarah at June 15, 2007 03:07 PM (QZvKF)
Posted by: lynD at June 15, 2007 03:11 PM (2F9Ak)
Posted by: Priya at June 15, 2007 03:18 PM (AhbAM)
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Oh no, I'm so sorry to hear that.
Posted by: Erin at June 15, 2007 03:18 PM (HQy7k)
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so sorry about mumin. i know you adore your animals. hugs to you.
Posted by: becky at June 15, 2007 03:19 PM (jv5jW)
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Hey Sweetie...
I haven't commented for a while (and I left Munu, too), but I'm still around and I hate this for you.
I remember when you were waiting and waiting, and me along with you, for them to get "home" to you.
I was
so glad when they finally got there...
And, now... my heart is breaking for you and Munin.
Only six... poor baby.
But, at least she got to have you for a Mom and she got to live a life free of pain, cruelty and loneliness.
I wish ALL animals could have that much, ya know?
Still... this is so bad... man.
One of the best differences between animals and people (and there are many) is that when you lose a furbaby, you can go get another one.
Not that you're replacing the love you lost... you're just giving another animal a love-filled home and helping to heal your own broken heart a little.
You should do that, if at all possible.
It'll make you feel better to laugh at a kitten's antics than it will to just have that hole in your heart.
Tell ya what...
At the risk of getting my own ass kicked, if you can't get yourself another cat right now, I'LL get another cat FOR you.
(Like I need another cat. I have 22 now. And, yes... I live on a farm. I also have 5 dogs, a parrot, a parakeet, two rabbits, two roosters, a hamster, a duck, and two horses.)
But, I'll get yet another cat and name her Helen, then when you come to the States next time, you can come see her and while you're distracted by the calves or my own zoo, I can slip her into your bag and off ya go.
And, by the way... any idea whatever happened to that bear that was being sent hither and yon?
Lukka? Wasn't that his name?
Anyhoo...
I haven't said it before, so I'll say it now...
Congratulations on the babies.
I'm sorry you're having a rough time with things, too.
You've wanted this for as long as I've known (of) you and I wish it could be every bit as much of a wonderful time for you as possible, but...
I'm just sorry that it isn't.
(For what it's worth, I think he'll be more okay with this than he thinks he will be... You're BOTH stronger than you know.)
And, again... please accept my deepest sympathies for the loss of your Munin.
You'll not be crying alone...
Hugs on ya, Hon.
Posted by: Stevie at June 15, 2007 03:32 PM (xIy59)
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I'm very sorry to read this, H. Poor little one
Posted by: Opal at June 15, 2007 03:34 PM (Us7dd)
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Oh Helen, Im so very sorry for your loss. I know some people don't get the realization that losing a pet really is like losing family in some way. But we just lost our Springer Spaniel Watson. And I never thought I could weep that hard over a pup. He truly was my baby.
Hugs!
Posted by: Terry at June 15, 2007 03:41 PM (h/YdH)
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I'm so sorry Helen - She was so pretty.
Posted by: kimmykins13 at June 15, 2007 03:45 PM (HUKlZ)
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Helen -
I am so sorry. I lost my dog of 15 years last summer and it just sucks. Take care.
Laura
Posted by: Laura at June 15, 2007 03:49 PM (U1yF0)
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Oh, Sweetie, I am so sorry. Tears in my eyes as I write this. I know how hard it is to lose a furry friend. Take care of yourself and Maggie.
Posted by: sophie at June 15, 2007 03:57 PM (1HOa8)
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That you couldn't even say goodbye. To someone so dear and loved. Life sucks, sometimes. It really does.
Posted by: Hannah at June 15, 2007 04:01 PM (5w+E2)
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So sorry about your cat. I lost one (just due to old age, she was 20) I had to have her euthanized....it was the most painful thing I have ever had to do. Losing a pet just plain sucks....
Posted by: Ruth at June 15, 2007 04:04 PM (Z+Upq)
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I am so very sorry to hear about Mumin, Helen. *hug*
You're in my thoughts.
Posted by: Michele at June 15, 2007 04:05 PM (fcaMV)
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I am so, so sorry about your beautiful girl.
Posted by: Marian at June 15, 2007 04:10 PM (7ZiKm)
Posted by: gatorgirl at June 15, 2007 04:16 PM (Ss17x)
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I'm so, so terribly sorry, Vanessa. You are in my thoughts.
Posted by: Kimberly at June 15, 2007 04:31 PM (v57BG)
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So very, very sorry to hear this. I wish I could send you a big cup of zen - I know you need it now more than ever.
Posted by: cursingmama at June 15, 2007 04:31 PM (PoQfr)
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The moon will rise, the sun will set, you dear Mumin we will never forget.
Sorry to hear of your loss.
Posted by: kb at June 15, 2007 04:39 PM (FpAR+)
Posted by: selzach at June 15, 2007 04:56 PM (hUsVX)
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There's so much that I want to say, but all of it will come out wrong, except I'm sorry. I love reading stories about your pets.
Posted by: Tif at June 15, 2007 05:17 PM (jCFyL)
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I'm so sorry for your loss.
Posted by: Melissa at June 15, 2007 05:23 PM (G9Mq2)
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Helen, my deepest condolences on your loss. {{{Hugs}}}
Posted by: pam at June 15, 2007 05:31 PM (l6NIn)
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So sorry, honey. So very sorry.
Posted by: donna at June 15, 2007 06:12 PM (w5MUl)
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"No cat dies whose memory lives on".
Posted by: Sigivald at June 15, 2007 06:12 PM (4JnZM)
Posted by: Katy at June 15, 2007 06:14 PM (APxTs)
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I am terribly sorry for your loss, Helen. I cannot think of anything further to add, really.
Posted by: RP at June 15, 2007 06:47 PM (op1yW)
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I have no words.
*sobs*
Posted by: Margi at June 15, 2007 06:51 PM (VD4KO)
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So sorry for your loss. You were blessed to have Mumin. She was fortunate to have you.
Posted by: Foggy at June 15, 2007 07:05 PM (WlHuv)
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I have four cats that I absolutely adore. I am so sorry - and send a BIG cyber-hug......
Posted by: suze at June 15, 2007 07:08 PM (BmSw7)
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Only 6 years old - that is much too young.
I lost my tuxedo cat when I was pregnant also. He was 13 and I still thought that was way too young.
Posted by: paula at June 15, 2007 07:14 PM (FlZPw)
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My heart breaks for you, this was so sudden. Much love to you all and I'm sorry.
Posted by: Lindsay at June 15, 2007 07:45 PM (mHNC3)
Posted by: Lisa at June 15, 2007 08:00 PM (e8V7B)
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How horrible for you. I am so sorry. Oh, Mumin.
Posted by: ilyka at June 15, 2007 08:00 PM (Z0tlR)
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Oh, Helen, I'm so very sorry. Poor Mumin.
Posted by: Amanda at June 15, 2007 08:26 PM (ay+rD)
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Aw, fuck.
I know that particular epithet doesn't sound very tasteful considering the circumstances, but its the first thing that came to mind. It was the first thing that came to my mind last time I lost a beloved pet. With everything else going on in your life right now, this just isn't fair. I'm so sorry. Few things suck worse than losing your pet. All I can say is cherish the memories you have of Mumin and the good, loving home that you provided for her the past six years. And I truly hope that things improve for you on the other fronts.
(big warm hug)
Posted by: diamond dave at June 15, 2007 08:27 PM (/0/gH)
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What can I say that others haven't? I am so very sorry.
Posted by: kenju at June 15, 2007 08:48 PM (DBvE5)
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Oh dear god. I know it hurts. I lost my baby two years ago to bone cancer and I still hear her dog tags from time to time. Hang in there.
Posted by: Jilly at June 15, 2007 09:01 PM (vy163)
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Damn Helen. Just damn.
Posted by: Serenity at June 15, 2007 09:02 PM (QLpkT)
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Oh my god. So, so sorry.
Posted by: Teresa at June 15, 2007 09:37 PM (G+cTk)
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Awwww...I'm so sorry Helen. We had a similar experience with our pug...he was the first dog our vet had ever lost on the table due to anesthetic. It was such a shock.
I know nothing can make it better...so...put your arms around your belly and hug the lemonheads.
Posted by: Tracy at June 15, 2007 09:51 PM (zv3bS)
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My heart is breaking for you! I am so sorry.
I wanted to share this piece of writing with you. It comforted me when we lost our darling cat Curdie in 2004. We still miss her.
________
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 by: Flikka at June 15, 2007 10:29 PM (puvdD)
Posted by: belledame222 at June 15, 2007 10:55 PM (PF+Lo)
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I am so sorry for your loss.
Posted by: trainy at June 15, 2007 10:56 PM (vd8uz)
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Helen I am so, so sorry.
Posted by: Laura at June 15, 2007 11:01 PM (FFBkP)
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Helen
I am ao sorry for your loss.
my deepest sympathies
Raul
Posted by: raul at June 15, 2007 11:40 PM (NHSi1)
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My deepest sympathies Helen!
Posted by: kali at June 16, 2007 12:23 AM (rrNYS)
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I'm so sorry to hear of the loss of your beautiful kitty!
Posted by: Camino at June 16, 2007 12:31 AM (iHvW9)
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So much like the loss of our Rottie Wolfgang. He was 10 and never sick ever and suddenly had such an issue I raced him to the clinic where they rushed him into surgery and told me it would be quite some time..... they called about 20 minutes later. He had a tumor and never made it through surgery. My husband still cries, 11 years later whenever we talk about it.... I am so sorry. Pet love is so painful.
Love is so painful but it is worth it. Truly.
Because the times without pain are so beautiful.
Trust the times without pain....it is so worth it. you know that.
Posted by: gemma at June 16, 2007 01:01 AM (2c4NM)
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Jesus, what a shock. I feel so sad and can't begin to imagine how you and the rest of the family must be feeling....sending just a lot of heart to you right now.
Posted by: nikoline at June 16, 2007 01:06 AM (IoXKu)
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Oh, Helen, that's truly terrible. I'm so sorry. Poor Mumin.
I've been thinking about you a lot lately; try to be gentle with yourself in the midst of all this hardness.
Posted by: Wildly Parenthetical at June 16, 2007 01:35 AM (rG4u9)
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It's been too long since I've commented, sorry it has to be to say "I'm so, so sorry."
(((hugs)))
Posted by: taughnee at June 16, 2007 02:09 AM (MDlY5)
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I am so sorry for your loss. Big hugs to you.
Posted by: Sarah at June 16, 2007 02:47 AM (+e6O/)
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*Gasps!*
So Sorry to read this, sending much sympathy.
Posted by: deeleea at June 16, 2007 03:06 AM (IphB3)
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How awful. I lost my baby Lola back in September...I miss her everyday.
(((((Helen))))) Big Hugs!
Posted by: Heidi at June 16, 2007 05:54 AM (VHQxn)
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Sorry this has to be my first comment here...
Sorry to hear of your loss...*hugz* please be strong.
And Mumin.
I hoped you are being loved and hugged and all happy, at that somewhere.
Posted by: Sue at June 16, 2007 06:49 AM (YtMYu)
Posted by: Mia at June 16, 2007 08:54 AM (U8iy9)
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So sorry for your loss.
Posted by: Hilary at June 16, 2007 09:48 AM (y+t9G)
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Fuckety fuck, I am so sorry Helen, my god. You cant catch a break girl. I know how you love your baby kitties. smooches
Posted by: Cheryl at June 16, 2007 10:05 AM (msF2q)
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You were blessed by Munim; she was fortunate to have found you.
Posted by: Foggy at June 16, 2007 11:30 AM (yhH4r)
Posted by: dee_guerra at June 16, 2007 12:04 PM (kO0ms)
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Adding my sympathies to the group...what a beautiful creature she is.
Posted by: Donna at June 16, 2007 06:57 PM (lQSbL)
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My husband just caught me crying. Funny how I've never met you...but I cried for your loss. My sympathies and prayers.
Posted by: nukeum at June 16, 2007 09:10 PM (YNzbt)
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(((((((((((((((((((Helen))))))))))))))))))))))
Posted by: That Girl at June 17, 2007 03:55 AM (Mc2V9)
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I'm so sorry for your loss. Lots of *hugs*
Posted by: ~Easy at June 17, 2007 04:02 AM (X+de8)
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Thinking of you today. {{hugs}}
Posted by: Lisa at June 17, 2007 05:26 AM (e8V7B)
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Words are inadequate.
You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Posted by: Mia at June 17, 2007 02:17 PM (+2lQc)
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Oh Helen; I'm so sorry. I have been through this myself; I know how it feels. It's awful. I loved it when you shared in your blog about your cats; I'm such a huge cat lover myself. I used to wonder before I had kids if I'd still love my pets as much after the kids were born and yes, I did. I know how much you loved your Mumin.
My best to you all at this time.
Posted by: the Other Amber at June 17, 2007 04:01 PM (zQE5D)
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Such a beautiful, beautiful cat who you surrounded with love all her life. Wishing you peace Helen at a very sad time.
Posted by: Anna at June 18, 2007 12:21 AM (eUPBt)
Posted by: sara jane at June 18, 2007 01:40 AM (UKxjN)
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I'm so sorry for you... that's a heartbreaker. I've been there more times than I care to think.
Posted by: sue at June 18, 2007 07:06 PM (WbfZD)
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losing a furbaby is a special kind of suckage. i'm sorry for your loss.
Posted by: jade at June 19, 2007 01:27 AM (K5QHz)
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