Post by huronna on Oct 25, 2008 13:07:15 GMT -5
Gordy was the gentlest ferret I have ever met. Everyone that met him fell in love. He lost his only home he had ever known when he was almost five years old. We were afraid we were going to loose him. He went into a bad depression. After almost two weeks of hand feeding he decided that he was loved and began eating on his own. He was only with three short years. He would have been eight years old this spring. We all miss him, his daddy Tom, me momma Dee, and our grandson Jordan. Gordy would always come out when he heard Jordan's voice to get some love. The two of them were always together when Jordan was visiting.
Dee
Cinco: My precious Daddy Weasel
You were always there my little man, for your brothers and sisters. You stayed in the background, never demanding anything from me, just watching over your little flock of fellow ferrets.
As you grew older and approached the age of 8 years, I noticed you slowing down, but thought it was the challenge of your age that accounted for your change in energy. I began holding you in my lap with your soup bowl so you could eat at peace without having to share your nourishment with your younger brother Ozzie, and your sister, Itty. How you loved these special meal times while mommy cuddled you. And mommy loved them, too.
One day you weren't able to make it to the potty papers a few steps away from the carrier where you slept and I realized you had weakened considerably. It all happened so fast, my precious little trooper. That was when mommy made you an appointment with the vet 70 miles away, to have you examined in hopes of finding a way to make you more comfortable as you aged. The next morning my son found you collapsed on the vinyl floor, unable to crawl back to your sleeping place.
At the vet's I learned you were suffering from lymphoma and I knew then I had to say goodbye to you. Mommy couldn't let you continue to live in pain and weakness when there was no hope for your being cured. You were given a sedative and mommy walked the floor with you as your pain wracked little body responded and you fell unconscious in my arms. I watched frozen in sadmess as the doctor stopped your beating heart with another injection. I miss you, my little Man. You will live forever in my memory.
I will always love you.
Mommy GG
Diamond, I first saw your cute face on the animal shelter website and I knew right then and there I had to have you. Daddy and I went over to see you and when we looked in that big ol cage you were so skinny and not very lively. I knew you were unhappy. I filled out the papers while daddy held you in his arms. I knew than you two had bonded. We had to wait a day to get you. One day seemed forever. I couldn't wait till they opened to get you. Your old mommy couldn't keep you and gave you some name she couldn't say or write. When we saw your cut back knees with Diamond shapes I knew your name was going to be Diamond. I got you home and out of the cage you came. You made yourself at home. You just looked and looked at all the stuff and in every room you went, you found toys to play with and than you found, George, Rocky and Dolly. Right off the start you all got along. You didn't go too sleep all day because there was to much to investigate. Than you started your weasal war dance and dooking all through the house like yeah I am home. Your life with us was only 3 years and in those 3 years we grew to love you more and more. Daddy had you sit up for your treats just like a little puppy doggie. You made us laugh many times. You got excited and your tail would puff up. I loved your puffy tail. It seems like it was always puffed up for something. Diamond we just didn't know why your life with us was cut short. You just got your treat from daddy after he came home from work. You went under my life chair I never knew you were there. You know I would have never hurt you baby boy. Mommy is so sorry and daddy is so mad at mommy. I held you in my arms till you feel asleep. Diamond there will be no other like you in our life. I know you are at Rainbow Bridge. You are with your buddy George, Scooter, J.D. Big D. and Ruby. I wish I could have seen the reunion that you were greeted with. Jesus is there with you and He will give you lots of love and hugs. Don't bug Him becasue He maybe busy. I will see you when He comes and brings me home. I know it will not be that long. He is getting ready together His sheep. Diamond, I am sorry please forgive me. You will always live on in our hearts. I know you will be a good boy for the angels. You have alot of them up there they will take care of you too. You have plenty of food and water, and treats. they are alot better up there than here on earth healthier too. So this isn't good bye, this is see you later. lots of love, hugs, & kiss mommy & daddy
Diamond ?- April 27, 2008
Like in the song Love Story...
"Where do I begin to tell the story of......" a little male ferret who enveloped my heart
and soul.......... From North Carolina where your life did start
On December 23, 2003, on a plane, with Butch, you came
Too nervous/excited...Deb(my sis) drove two hours to the airport and she did name
You two thieves....Butch Cassiday and the Sundance Kid
My Christmas Present, a Fuzz fix, my sorrow to rid
Into my Business, YOU fit just right
Always SUNNY and dancing... such a delight
We shared the strongest bond my "Mama's Sun"
Run, dook, leap into the air and tub, full of fun
Each time you'd hear me about the place
To the plexi-glass door....stand up or pace
Waiting for a special pick-me-up hug & kiss
Stopped me in my tracks, I could NEVER resist.
"Sunshine on my Shoulders" & "You are my Sunshine" were your songs.
The love we shared became unbelievably strong
Each and every day of your life, I loved you best
My favorite boy (couldn't help it) above all the rest.
Just you & Tootsie, with me, you did share
A complete, unconditional human/ferret "love affair"
Feeling cheated, showing no signs of illness, my retort
Until it was too late, emergency surgery, your life cut way too short.
There are NO words of condolences that will "make it go away"
Time, cherished memories and photos in a way
Will make it bearable, the grief will eventually fade
Overtaken by smiles, laughter and gladness that you made
In my life while I was privileged to have shared with you.
My beautiful, sweetest, most lovable, kissable, huggable, silliest too
Sundance Kid, Sunny, Sun, Shine, Shineola, Sunner Nunner Boy
Buried in the flower garden with the "others" and their toys.
Dance over the BRiDGE and light the way
For me....together forever...I'll be there one day.
RIP SUNNY June 5, 2003-May 10, 2008
Ferratootsie11...Joyce
Khristopher was adopted on 12-30-2005 along with his buddy Nicholas who gone on before him on 5-29-07, both ages were unknown, and all at the bridge will be there to meet him. This sweet boy was a lover and he loved to be held from day one. I will miss the cuddles we shared. I went to find the kids as I always do about 9:30 pm for there nighty night soup and I found Khris gone. He was curled up in a sleep sack he shares with any one in my bed room. He was so loved as they all are who come thought our doors here. He was love and will always be missed
Goodbye my sweet Khris
Love
Mom & Dad -LoveAferret
We always called you this as you conquered so many hills that you climbed.. When you were young you were the energizer bunny and as you aged, you were such a gentleman. You welcomed all the newcomers and shared your treats and toys. You fought adrenal and lymphoma like no one would believe. You definitely were a "Miracle ferret"
