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Cat General => General Cat Chat => Topic started by: carl (billy and baggys dad) on December 26, 2009, 10:51:14 AM

Title: Bilbo
Post by: carl (billy and baggys dad) on December 26, 2009, 10:51:14 AM
Hello everyone, its Carl here.

Just needed to post a message to let the people that loved him know that Bilbo was taken from us yesterday morning.
He was hit by a car outside on our lane.

I'm so sorry that I let him down. We're in shock here, can't think right, can't believe it.

Title: Re: Bilbo
Post by: clarenmax on December 26, 2009, 10:53:40 AM
Oh Carl, I am so, so sorry  :'( :'( :hug: :hug: :'( :'(
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Post by: Stuart on December 26, 2009, 10:54:38 AM
Oh Carl, I'm so so Sorry  :'(

 :hug: :hug: :hug:

RIP Bilbo
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Post by: Mark on December 26, 2009, 10:59:43 AM
So sorry Carl  :hug:

Nothing I can say.......... :'(
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Post by: Kirst on December 26, 2009, 11:04:41 AM
Oh Carl , I'm so very very sorry. :'( :'(
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Post by: Teresa Pawcats on December 26, 2009, 11:21:29 AM
Carl you didnt let him down, you gave him the most wonderful life , I just dont know what to say because I`m lying here breaking my heart for you all, such a perfect home for Bilbo and Baggins after their terrible start to life. Take care and please give Baggins a hug from his Aunty T
xTeresa
Title: Re: Bilbo
Post by: JackSpratt on December 26, 2009, 11:24:45 AM
Carl, that's awful. I'm so sorry for your loss. :hug:

As Teresa said, you most definitely did not let Bilbo down; you loved him and cared for him and you can't be held accountable for everything that happens when you have such an independent, spirited animal as a cat share your home and your life.

I'm hoping you're all coping and that Bilbo has reached the Bridge quickly.
Title: Re: Bilbo
Post by: Christine (Blip) on December 26, 2009, 12:37:22 PM
Carl, I am so sorry to hear this and my thoughts are with you.

you can't be held accountable for everything that happens when you have such an independent, spirited animal as a cat share your home and your life.

 :hug:

Title: Re: Bilbo
Post by: Yvonne on December 26, 2009, 13:23:51 PM
So sorry to hear the awful news about Bilbo - please don't beat yourself up about it

___________________________________

We knew little that morning, that the Angels were calling your name,

In life we loved you dearly, In death we do the same.

It broke our hearts to lose you, you did not go alone,

for part of us went with you, the day you were called home.

You left us peaceful memories, your love is still our guide,

and though we cannot see you, you're always at our side,

Our family chain is broken, and nothing seems the same

But as we are called one by one, the chain will link again.



 :RIP:    Bilbo
Title: Re: Bilbo
Post by: sheryl on December 26, 2009, 13:37:11 PM
Oh Carl Hun, I am so so sorry - thinking of you  :hug:  :hug:  :hug:

RIP sweet Bilbo - play hard at the Bridge little one xxx
Title: Re: Bilbo
Post by: Bazsmum on December 26, 2009, 14:53:50 PM
So sorry Carl to hear this sad news!  :( :hug: :hug: :hug:

RIP Sweet Bilbo, play hard at the bridge xxx
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Post by: bunglycat on December 26, 2009, 15:33:49 PM
So sorry to hear this awful news . :hug: :hug: :hug: :'(
RIP Bilbo- another angel taken too soon.
Title: Re: Bilbo
Post by: Desley (booktigger) on December 26, 2009, 15:55:22 PM
I am so sorry to hear this, he had a wonderful life with you though, give Baggins lots of cuddles. RIP little one.
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Post by: Tiggy's Mum on December 26, 2009, 17:03:29 PM
So sorry to hear this :hug: I know it's of little consolation and doesn't make the pain any less but Bilbo really did have a fantastic life and home with you both  :hug:

RIP Bilbo, safe and sound at the Bridge by now, waiting for your Mum & Dad until they are ready to collect you xx
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Post by: Janeyk on December 26, 2009, 17:13:08 PM
 :( So sorry to read this,

God Bless Bilbo xx
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Post by: Mojo on December 26, 2009, 17:21:47 PM
Oh no! R.I.P Bilbo.  :'(

Love to Bagginspants and you guys xx
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Post by: Ann Clarke (Tabby cat) on December 26, 2009, 17:22:23 PM
So sorry to hear this Carl, I sadly today know exactly how you feel.

RIP Bilbo play hard at the bridge darling :hug:
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Post by: Kittybabe (Ruth) on December 26, 2009, 17:35:05 PM
I'm so very, Carl.  You didn't let him down love, Bilbo had the most wonderful life with you. :hug:
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Post by: Karon on December 26, 2009, 18:01:44 PM
Oh no, I am so, so sorry.  That has to be the worst nightmare of anyone who has a cat who goes outside.  RIP Bilbo.  xx
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Post by: Millys Mum on December 26, 2009, 18:16:15 PM
So sorry Carl  :( :hug: :hug:
Title: Re: Bilbo
Post by: carl (billy and baggys dad) on December 26, 2009, 19:07:45 PM
Thank you everybody.

I just can't think right. We miss him so much. I used to tear myself to pieces about letting him outside but he loved it, it was his life. I'm just lost now, I've been sat crying since yesterday. I don't know what to do about Baggins. My boys were the main part of our life.

I'm sorry Teresa.
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Post by: Christine (Blip) on December 26, 2009, 19:11:12 PM
he loved it, it was his life.

That is what Bilbo wanted.  He was a free spirit  :hug:
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Post by: Kirst on December 26, 2009, 20:09:56 PM
Carl , it is NOT your fault - its a horrible horrible accident , and it's just so heartbreaking that sometimes by giving them the best life we can we sometimes have to risk this. I promised when I took on Jery and Gizmo that they would be able to have outdoor access , and they do. They would be miserable if they couldn't go out , and I am sure it was the same for Bilbo.  :hug: :hug:
Title: Re: Bilbo
Post by: Gill (sneakiefeline) on December 27, 2009, 00:35:53 AM
i am so very sorry to hear this sad news  :hug: :hug:

RIP Bilbo  play hard on thr Bridge
Title: Re: Bilbo
Post by: Teresa Pawcats on December 27, 2009, 10:57:20 AM
Carl my heart is aching for you and Laura and Baggins, I think so many of us have known the shock, the pain and blamed ourselves when a little one has been lost on the road, I certainly remember as I lost Iris this way a few years ago. I also remember going through agony feeling that I must keep all the free roaming cats indoors forever, thankfully I came to the decision that was right for my cats and gave them their freedom and happiness, if this is what Baggins needs then allow him out, you will never stop worrying but in time you will realise you have done what is best for your boys.
As for Bilbo I think you will allow me to say that he was always cheeky and freespirited I can certainly remember being put in my place by him while he was here. I know that Bilbo and indeed Baggins shone in your care, cant help but think of the photo of them on the raft when you were flooded out, such a wonderful home.
Anyway enough of my rabbiting on, if I ever escape from this hospital and when you are up to it come and see us  :hug: :hug: 
Title: Re: Bilbo
Post by: ClaireR on December 27, 2009, 11:55:27 AM
Hi Carl
I wanted to say that my thoughts are with you.  It is so hard not to blame yourself and I really understand how you are feeling, but Bilbo was a free spirit and he had a wonderful and full life with you.  Please do not blame yourself, as you say he wanted to be outside and would not have been the same cheeky man if you had forced him to stay inside.  These things happen although I can never make sense of why our babies are taken from us too soon.
Give Baggins a huge hug and be there for him as he needs you more than ever now.
Dont for a minute think that this was your fault.
Cxx
Title: Re: Bilbo
Post by: bonnielass on December 27, 2009, 12:03:10 PM
So sorry to hear of your sad loss

rip Bilbo, safe from harm on the bridge till you meet again :hug:
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Post by: Zenith (Liz) on December 27, 2009, 12:38:49 PM
I'm so sorry for your loss :(
Title: Re: Bilbo
Post by: puggy1975 Zoe on December 27, 2009, 13:15:08 PM
Rip Bilbo

Your mum and dad will always love you.

You have not let Bilbo down. If Bilbo like outside then you would have been letting him down by keeping him in

Rip sweetheart

xxx
Title: Re: Bilbo
Post by: Sootyca on December 27, 2009, 14:48:16 PM
 :hug:  As others have said before me, you haven't let him down at alll - you gave him the life he wanted by letting him have outdoor access.  You would have been letting him down more by confining him.

Karen
x
Title: Re: Bilbo
Post by: CC & The Pussycat Guys & Dolls on December 27, 2009, 14:51:44 PM
Oh my goodness Carl, Im so very sorry to hear of Blibo  :( My thoughts are with you and your family  :hug:

RIP Bilbo xxx
Title: Re: Bilbo
Post by: dolcetta46 on December 27, 2009, 18:46:08 PM
 :( :( :( Oh Carl... I am speechless... that gorgeous hunk Bilbo is gone?  :( :( :(
But keep your chin up, you have been such a wonderful daddy/butler/servant to him, he enjoyed a great life with you so be proud!  He will be watching over you, well at least when he is taking a break from all running around over the lovely rainbow bridge.  He won't be short of lovely companions up there either  ;)
RIP one and only Bilbo the king, you will be cherished forever in the heart of your loved ones  :hug:
Title: Re: Bilbo
Post by: ChrisB on December 28, 2009, 21:42:07 PM
I am so sorry Carl, my thoughts are with you and special hugs to Baggins.   I know just how you are feeling right now and there is nothing we can say that will take away the pain except that many of us do understand - the shock combined with the grief make things so difficult to cope with.    Gorgeous Bilbo knew such love in your home and you were lucky to have found each other, we are all here for you  :hug:
Title: Re: Bilbo
Post by: pappilon on December 28, 2009, 23:29:49 PM
RIP Bilbo. :(
I am so sorry Carl. :hug:
Title: Re: Bilbo
Post by: Sylvia on December 28, 2009, 23:35:12 PM
I am so sorry  :hug:

 :RIP: Bilbo x
Title: Re: Bilbo
Post by: Susanne (urbantigers) on December 29, 2009, 08:21:05 AM
I'm so sorry to hear about Bilbo, Carl  :hug:  You definitely didn't let him down.  He had a wonderful life with you.

RIP Bilbo.  Play hard at the bridge.
Title: Re: Bilbo
Post by: Daisymac on December 29, 2009, 12:12:06 PM
I am so sorry Carl,  RIP Bilbo play hard on the bridge baby  :hug: :hug: :hug:
Title: Re: Bilbo
Post by: Liz on December 29, 2009, 13:53:56 PM
Carl you gave Bilbo a wonderful life and mourn him in his passing to the Bridge

Now love that Baggins and mourn your darling boy :hug:
Title: Re: Bilbo
Post by: Dawn F on December 29, 2009, 13:58:55 PM
I'm  so sorry rta is such a hard way to loose a pet
Title: Re: Bilbo
Post by: maryas on December 30, 2009, 23:40:25 PM
We all feel we let our cats down when something like this happens but we can do nothing about it - it's horrid and I still blame myself for Smudge going missing for 7 months and then not finding him the night I followed up on a phone call and he wasn't there. The morning after he was killed ny a car.


God bless.

Mary
Title: Re: Bilbo
Post by: Gillian Harvey on December 31, 2009, 20:58:15 PM
Very sad to hear about Bilbo Carl  :(  :hug: