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lsw11 — Sun, 26 Oct 2008 10:27:15 GMT

Oh, I can`t imagine how horrible that is!You are in my prayers.

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Spookers — Fri, 26 Sep 2008 10:29:51 GMT

It has been a year and 4 months. We still miss our babies we lost and will never forget them. I have had the bracelet made it turned out beautifully. We are now up to 10 fur kids again. Some days are still harder than others. We have gotten the other eight not to be so scared of being inside again winter helped with that. lol, Thanks for the support it has helped quite a bit.

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moon_beam — Mon, 21 Jul 2008 14:12:28 GMT

Hi, Spookers, I am new to cat channel, and I hope that you will still be able to benefit from new responders to your very tragic loss. Each of your furkids are so very special, and I smiled as you shared each of their personalities with us. What you and your family endured was an horrific trauma, and it's going to take time to just recover from the event of the fire. I can only imagine the horror you must be feeling losing seven of your fur kids in this tragedy. Do not be surprised if you may suffer for awhile from Post Traumatic Stress Disorder. This is perfectly natural. Have you thought about doing a memorial service for your fur babies? Or doing a memorial garden or scrapbook? The bracelet sounds like a beautiful tribute to your furbabies, and I hope by now you have it or will have it soon. Your surviving furkids will need extra special attention to assure them that everything will be okay, as I'm sure you are already doing. I hope with all my heart that the fire and rescue personnel who responded to your home were comforting to you. Please know you are not alone in your journey as you grieve the loss of your precious fur kids. And please let us know how you're doing.

Peace and blessings,

moon_beam

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staffordmom — Sun, 15 Jun 2008 21:00:38 GMT

So sorry to hear of your loss of so many pets at once and in such a terrible way. I really have no idea of how to make it any easier to cope with this.

staffordmom

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2cutebirmans — Sat, 14 Jun 2008 23:33:25 GMT

I have goosebumps thinking how scared those poor kitties must have been. What a sad & tragic story. I'm sorry for your loss.

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whbos — Tue, 10 Jun 2008 22:28:14 GMT

That is devastating! I feel very badly that something so tragic could happen to you and to lose so many of your babies. I don't know if I could handle such a loss all at once.

I lost two kitties a few years ago and it took me several years to come to grips with it. But to lose so many at once especially in a fire just saddens me that they weren't able to get out safely. You said one of them did.

I'm glad you were able to retrieve some photos because that would be tragic not having something that you could look at and share. I've always worried about fires and if I was away and my cats couldn't get out.

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catzrule40 — Mon, 09 Jun 2008 06:55:33 GMT

That is just so sad to hear. I dont know what I would do if this happened to any of my cats. You lost 7 of your family members and that just makes me so upset. Ill be parying for all of you that God comfort you in this time of great loss and sorrow.

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Turkishcat — Fri, 06 Jun 2008 17:03:35 GMT

I'm sooooooo sorry

I also recently lost my one year old cat, Harley from Heart Failure...I hope you pull through these hard times...{{{{HUGS}}}}

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irisha — Thu, 05 Jun 2008 13:12:01 GMT

I am so sorry for your loss. I too, have recently lost two members of my family. I have 8 cats and 1 dog remaining. I can’t begin to imagine the grief you must be feeling. Please try to take some comfort in the fact that you opened your home to them and provided them with love and care for the years that you shared. I know that there is nothing that anyone can say that will make this better, but please realize that what you did for all of them was an amazing thing.

This was truly a tragedy. My deepest sympathies to you and your husband.

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EmilieM — Thu, 05 Jun 2008 12:39:02 GMT

I too had a fire March 27th 2007 and lost 18 cats and 1 dogs. We had rescued cats and found homes for many through the years and were down to 18 when fire broke out. We got out with pajamas, no shoes no glasses... nothing. 6 cats got out 1 died the next day.

I guess the best way to describe things now is we are beyond it all but will never be over it. I still cry but not every day. It has tested my faith but made it stronger .

Somedays are a struggle and other days are happy days. The hard days are fewer and fewer but will always be there and our lives have gone on and we have stayed strong for the ones that were left.

God Bless and I hope you too are better

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slegned — Thu, 10 Apr 2008 07:50:58 GMT

How are you guys doing? Hope things are a little better now.

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divinemslou — Tue, 08 Apr 2008 12:33:06 GMT

Dear Spookers,

I am so sorry this happened to you but am glad things are getting better.

You are correct. No matter what the circumstances of the death, you never completely get over the loss of a pet or a human loved one. (I still miss all of my babies who have gone on). However, with the passage of time, the hurt does become less raw.

I have 5 cats and the idea of a house fire is my worst nightmare. Although I have a carrier for each cat. if a fire occurs I probably won't be able to corral them all, get them in their carriers and get them out of the house. Cats are so easily spooked.

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Spookers — Tue, 08 Apr 2008 12:13:01 GMT

It has been just about a year from our fire. We are doing better all the time. We still miss & think about our cats every day but we are thankful that we were able to save some of our pictures of them. As well as thankful to the ones we were able to save. I don't think I will ever get over this completely. Thank you all for your support it was very helpful. My bracelet is beautiful & will be cherished always.

Thanks

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Katlentz — Fri, 24 Aug 2007 17:22:13 GMT

I am so very sorry for your loss. Losing one cat at a time is awful, to lose 7 at a time would be so heartbreaking as to be unbearable. I have just established a website called Angelkittygang.com where I post pictures of cats and dogs that have gone over the Rainbow Bridge. The website is in honor of my old Grandma Kitty Mi Ping #21015 and was co-founded by another kitty named China. The website is free and owners and their friends are free to come visit and post comments about the pets they've lost. If you would like your kitties added to the site, just let me know. I would be happy to have them honored on my website. Kat Lentz katlentz@gmail.com

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Spookers — Thu, 23 Aug 2007 15:39:16 GMT

I will always miss my babies & will never forget them. It is getting easier to deal with the grief.

My bracelet turned out wonderfully it seems to make me feel the ones we lost are always with me.

Spookers

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littledove — Thu, 28 Jun 2007 09:41:47 GMT

I can't imagine your heartbreak in this tragic event. I put down my 18 year male yesterday that looks like your Lucky. I only had one cat and I certainly cant imagine so many at once. The bracelet is a great idea and much deserved for these kids. I am in morning now but I do hope you find peace of mind soon.

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Ang040 — Tue, 26 Jun 2007 13:07:09 GMT

My gosh, what a terrible loss you all have suffered!! I read your post and it brought tears to my eyes. I can't even begin to imagine what it would be like to lose my 5 all at once. They're our babies & the loss would be just as devastating as losing our home & everything in it. I'm so very sorry for your loss; unfortunately, words can't convey how badly I feel for you and your family. Just take it one day at a time, cry when you need to, and remember that even though they're gone, they live on in your hearts always. Bless you and furry hugs and prayers to you.

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LUVMYCAT — Wed, 13 Jun 2007 14:55:06 GMT

OMG I am sooo sorry for your loss. How awful.....The best advice I've read hear is how God needed them for a lonely child....hold on to the good memories and take comfort in knowing you gave them a loving home. Time willl heal but the heart never forgets. They are no longer in pain or suffering and they are having a wonderful time!!.....The memorial bracelet is a wonderful tribute to your family. Huge hugs to you....

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CleoandSebastian — Thu, 07 Jun 2007 16:09:30 GMT

That is a wonderful idea to have that bracelet made. Things will get easier over time... of course, they will never be forgotten. I really like what the one person said about God needing a friend for an orphan child... I have never thought of it like that before....

Cleoandsebastian

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Spookers — Thu, 07 Jun 2007 11:22:51 GMT

I have just found a place that is making me a memorial bracelet with all my babies pictures & there names. We are continuing to go forward. but it is very hard. Our remaining cats are have a hard time with coming inside still but are getting better.

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Tiggs&Tommy — Wed, 30 May 2007 10:14:48 GMT

I forgot to also say, They are BEAUTIFUL! Please do keep thinking of the joy they brought to you.

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Tiggs&Tommy — Wed, 30 May 2007 10:12:53 GMT

I also read and did not know what to say, I, as well can't imagine, but do know this, they are all up in Heaven waiting on you, still loving you. I will pray for you and your husband. I am so sorry that I can't be of more help. I agree to love the ones here. I like to think of it as this, and please I do not want to offend or upset you. But God probably needed them up there for a little boy or girl that was an orphan. When we lost our little Princess, for some reason that came to me and when I explained it to my son he was a little more okay to know that she was needed to keep a boy or girl without family company. God had a bigger plan for them. So I'm compelled to pass it to you. You are in my prayers.

Chris

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Spookers — Wed, 30 May 2007 10:01:43 GMT

I'd like to thank everyone. I uploaded a picture I thankfully had in my cell phone when this all happen. I will have to continue to try and remember only the good times now.

Thanks Again.

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CleoandSebastian — Tue, 29 May 2007 21:16:49 GMT

I am deeply saddened from hearing your story... I simply could not imagine what you are feeling right now.... All I can say is know that you did everything you could. You have my thoughts and prayers!

Cleopatra, Sebastian, and Ellie

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cats_dolls — Tue, 29 May 2007 19:08:32 GMT

I read your post a while ago and was so shocked and hurt for you that I didn't respond because I just did not know what to say! I am so sorry that you are going through this horrible experience. You are in my prayers.

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Katty — Tue, 29 May 2007 17:05:06 GMT

Sorry double post AGAIN.

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Katty — Tue, 29 May 2007 17:01:35 GMT

Hello,

How could anyone advise you on how to cope with such a horrible loss. I pray no one ever experiences such a loss. I can only tell you that you are not alone, we all here love our pets and know the DEEP sorrow of losing any pets (Family member). I can't even imagine how devastated you are. You have my complete sympathy for your loss. You have to remember that you saved them all from bad situations and made their lives much better and gave them much love and kindness. You can't dwell on the end, it will drive you crazy. Focus on the ones you still have and be happy you deserve that. My prayers are with you all.

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Spookers — Tue, 29 May 2007 13:24:02 GMT

My husband & I just suffered a great loss. Our home was burnt by fire & we lost some of our most beloved pets. There was 7 that didn't make it out. Our son tried to get as many out as he could. We lost Spook (10years old) she was a bit nuts, Nerd (9year old) he was an intellect, Tanga (6years old) he was our sloth cat, Del(5years old) he was a bit slow but always lovable, Cally (9years old) was the queen of all, Lucky (3years old) was a princess and always on someones lap, Dude(1years old) was young but extremely long tail & tongue. Spike 12 years old was a incredible jumper, he made it out but his injuries took him 17 days after the fire. We are not sure how to deal with this kind of loss all at once. They will always be in our hearts. All of them had been rescues from one bad situation or another. It is hard when people dont understand that a pet is an important part in alot of our lives. We lost everything but the main thing that hurts is that we lost our family members. Anyone with advice on how to cope with this loss please feel free to give it. Nosey was Spike's brother we lost him at the beginning of the year do to complications to a cold he was a diabetic that lived for 6 years with the dieases