He didn't even have a week. We made the decision to help him to the bridge yesterday. He had completely stopped eating, was no longer using the bathroom and was rail thin. We are thankful his illness was brief.
Rambler came to live with us 6 years ago when we trapped him to save him from animal control who had set their own trap for him. We have no clue of his age, but if we were to guess it was probably somewhere around 10+.
On Saturday, I took him outside for a photo shoot. It was a beautiful, warm, sunny day and he loved it. It was his last good day. Here are just a few highlights... there are over 100 pictures.
Ram-Bam, you were such a good boy. Thank you for 6 great years. You will be greatly missed, sweet boy.
We appreciate all of our friends love and support. Please forgive me for not visiting and commenting. Love to you all!
70 comments:
We are so sorry that it was Rambler's time to go to the Bridge. Thank you for loving him, and for giving him a wonderful home, with a lifetime of love, for those 6 years. Hugs, and purrs and prayers of comfort to you all.
We are very sad to read of this, and so soon. We had been thinking about Rambler and your gang. Many purrs and tipped tails. Godspeed Rambler xxxx
We are so very sorry to hear about Rambler. Purrs.
I am so sorry for you loss. It is so good that he had a good day outside with you. WE are sending purrs and gentle head bumps!
Oh Dana, we are so sorry about Rambler but just be sure you know what a great home he had with you and with all the love that you gave him. Big hugs to you. We know how hard that is to do but what a great gift to Rambler. You are both in our thoughts and prayers.
Our hearts are breaking for you all. (((hugs)))
What a beautiful, beautiful little boy. We are so very sorry for your loss. Purrs of comfort heading your way.
We're so very sorry to hear of your loss. You did a wonderful thing bringing him into your home and I have no doubt he appreciated every minute of it. Purrs and hugs, Crepes and Alana.
We're so sorry, our eyes are leaking for you. We know there's really nothing we can write that will help, but please know in your hearts that so many of us understand the deep grief you're experiencing. And even though we all must walk the path of grief in our own way, you're not alone, you have the purrs and purrayers and love of many around CB.
Peace.
Godspeed Rambler.
We're so sorry to hear about Rambler. He was a fine ManCat and was lucky to have such a wonderful and loving home with you.
(((hugs))), purrs and prayers.
The Florida Furkids
I'm so sorry to hear the news about Rambler. You were able to give him one final gift of pain-free peace. He will always be safe in your heart.
So very sorry you had such a short time left with Rambler but we know he has left you many, many happy memories. Sending a warm hug.
I am so sorry dat it was Rambler's time to go to the Bridge. He will be missed.
Our condolences.
Sending our purrs and our prayers for your beautiful boy ~
Oh my goodness we just saw Ann's email about Rambler sickness and passing. What a beautiful photo session you had over the weekend.
Rambler's last six years were spent in luxury and with lots of TLC
Hugs Madi and Mom
I'm so sorry to hear tha Rambler is gone. He had a wonderful 6 years with you. I hope those sweet memories will bring you comfort.
Maggie
Lots of purrs and prayers to you all for the loss of Rambler! He was a wonderful Cat and we will keep him in our hearts!
Your TX furiends,
Samantha & Clementine
It is so hard to lose them to the 'c' word. Many hugs and purrs and purrayers at this time. Sweet Rambler will be running free with those who went before across the bridge, waiting for you to appear one day.
Luf, Us and Maw
we wanted to stop by and offer words of sympathy on your loss. God's speed to you rambler and HIS strength to the family you've left behind ♥♥♥
I am so sorry to hear the news about Rambler and I am very very sorry for you loss. There are no words that can comfort your aching heart and I sincerely understand. But knowing you gave Rambler 6 years of love and comfort and care means so very much. You did the kindest most compassionate thing for him and released him to run to the Bridge where he joins countless other Angels there to rise up and greet him and welcome him. If you believe as I do, then you will see him again. Keeping you in my prayers.
xoxoxo
we are so very sorry and sending kitty kisses to all of you. while you may never know what his life was like before you grabbed him, we KNOW he lived a wonderful life for the time he had with you. it is never enough though.....
So sorry for your loss of sweet Rambler. I'm glad you were able to have a last photo shoot with him on a warm, sunny day.
Thanks for giving Rambler such a wonderful and loving home. We know you will miss him, so we're sending you many hugs and purrs.
Love from Katie & the Mishkat cats
Thank you fr giving Rambler 6 loving years with your family and for caring enough to let him go in the end.
Thinking of you all and sending love and light to help you heal form your loss.
Cats of wildcat woods
All of us at the House of the Mostly Black Cats are so sorry to hear about Rambler. Sending love and paw hugs to you all for your sadness.
We are all rescues, too, and know the value of a loving home.
So sorry to hear of Rambler's passing, purrs from all of us.
Mindy
Moe
Cookie
Mike
We are so sorry to hear that Rambler has passed on to Rainbow Bridge. We didn't really know him well but we do know he will leave a big hole in your hearts.
Take care.
Luv Hannah and Lucy xx xx
Dear friends, we are so very sorry to hear about sweet Rambler. He felt the love you gave him and we know he will live in your heart forever. Purrs, hugs and love from all of us.
Rest in peace, sweet boy. We send comforting thoughts to you.
We are so Sorry your beautiful Rambler had to leave fur de Bridge. We send Comfurting Purrz your way ♥♥
We purray fur de Bright Light to guide Rambler'z way, and may he be met by all thoze who came before.
Safe Journey Rambler ~
I am so sorry Rambler had to leave. But OH, what a life he had with you. You are a hero to him, not only for saving him from the 'mean streets' but for showing him what love really is. He couldn't have had a better teacher.
You will see him again. Until then, take our purrs and prayers of comfort with you.
God's Speed, Rambler.
Sending love, purrs, and condolences from all of us at Purrchance To Dream.
We are so sad thar Rambler had to leave. Fly free, little one! Sending purrs and hugs.
Sending purrs of comfort to you on the loss of sweet Rambler.
XOXO - Precious and Princeton of Angel Prancer Pie
We are so sorry to read about sweet darling angel Rambler. We send you all the purrs and hugs in the universe. Take care
x
So sorry to hear about Rambler, but know that you had six wonderful years together full of love, love that you both deserved and he needed so badly when you found him.
Sending our love and sincerest condolences. xx
Julie and kitties Anastasia, Tinker, Chopin and Bridget
We're so sorry. We send you comforting purrs and gentle headbutts to help ease your sadness.
RIP, Rambler...we'll miss you.
Oh no! Such a short time. It is wonderful that he did have a forever home and you gave him love. What more can any kitty want.
Rambler our furend, until that day we meet again all young and healthy over the Rainbow Bridge please watch over us and your loving family
Timmy Dad and the Furs
We are so sorry that Ram-Bam, didn't have more time with you. Thanks for sharing Rambler's last good day outside, he really looked content and happy. Purrs of comfort and gentle headbutts to help ease your sorrow.
We are so sorry to hear Rambler has passed. Our deep purrs to help ease your heartache.
Hugs
I am so sorry to hear that Rambler has gone to the Bridge. You gave him 6 years of love and care and made his life with you a happy one.
I am so so sorry that Rambler had to leave. But I know he will be waiting for you, his family; by and by you will meet again with love. He was a beautiful boy.
I would never tire of admiring those gorgeous green eyes! We are very sad he is gone. Love and hugs to you! xxoo Patty & Bhu
We are so sorry Rambler went to the Bridge.
While his time with you was short, we are happy he had a good life with you. Thankfully, his illness was short.
It is never easy to lose a dear kitty and we offer you comforting purrs and headbumps.
Purrs Georgia and Julie,
Treasure, JJ
and Angels Tiger and Tillie
and mom Nancy
We're so sorry that Rambler had to go to the Bridge. Our hearts and purrs are with you.
I am so very sorry to hear sweet Rambler has left for the bridge. I know how you will be hurting and send you love . Xx
We're so sorry to hear the sad news about Rambler. We're very sorry for your loss. We send you comforting hugs and purrs.
We are so sorry to hear about Rambler going to The Bridge. All of your cats are special to us, being one of our very first blogging furriends. I'm imagining my angel Nigel being there to greet Rambler. The 6 years he had with you were wonderful and full of love.
Hugs and purrs
Cory and family
We are so very sorry to hear that your sweet Rambler has passed on. We are holding you close in our hearts and sending you gentle purrs. What beautiful pictures you captured of Rambler...we are so happy that he got to spend his last six years safe and so loved by you.
Be Well Sweet Rambler
We are so sorry that Rambler had to leave. He was a lovely boy, a real stunner and he was obviously wise, choosing to go into your trap not the AC one. He couldn't have had a better home
Play hard at The Bridge Rambler
Luff Mungo
& The Ape xx
A beautiful tribute to Rambler, and may your hearts be filled with the joy he brought you. Love never ends; know that and be comforted.
Six years is so short a time, yet it can hold a life's worth of love. Godspeed, Rambler.
To Love, and to be Loved...is life's greatest joy. May the sweet memories of the life and the love you shared soften the sadness in your heart for Rambler's passing...
We were so sorry to hear about Rambler. Please know our thoughts and purrs are with you as you grieve the loss of your special furchild.
Purrs to you on your loss. Rambler is meeting up with the CB angel gang now.
I'm so sorry for your loss. I'm sure that Rambler loved you for rescuing him and letting him go so he didn't have to suffer any longer.
You lost a wonderful biy there, and what an handsome boy I see before me. Teasure each picture, hold each memory close,
Marjorie and everyone at DashKitten
We are so sorry to read about Rambler. He was certainly a handsome boy, and know you will miss him.
Sending lots of purrs ..
~ The Bunch and Mom Bobbie
It is so hard to let go of such a special friend. I have had to do it many times and know the pain. I'm so glad you got these last-minute shots which so beautifully capture his vitality even at the end.
Debby
http://homelesscatcare.blogspot.com/
It is so hard to let go of such a special friend. I have had to do it many times and know the pain. I'm so glad you got these last-minute shots which so beautifully capture his vitality even at the end.
Debby
http://homelesscatcare.blogspot.com/
We are so very sorry to hear about Rambler. We are sending lots of purrs, prayers, love, and hugs. <3
RIP
I am so sorry that Rambler had to go to the Rainbow Bridge. You gave him a great home and tons of love. I send hugs and the kitties send comforting purrs.
Soft husky woooos,
RA
I'm so sorry I've come to this late. My deepest condolences and offer purrs of healing
So sad! I know how you feel, I've just lost our Leia on 23rd April. It hurts. Sending you many purrs and sandpaper kisses.
We are so sorry that your sweet Rambler has gone to The Bridge. We stopped in to thank you and let you know that we really appreciate your sweet, comforting words you left on Snookums page. We leave you lots of purrs, hugs and nose kisses
We are so sorry to hear sad news about your precious baby Rambler. These photos are beautiful.
Sending prayers and warm thoughts to you.
Hi, very sorry to hear about Rambler.
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