Thursday March 12, 1998 Part 2 13 Messages ====================================== Date sent: Thu, 12 Mar 1998 14:18:17 -0500 To: felvtalk@MailingList.net From: "Michele R. Smeal" Subject: Merlin & Barb Send reply to: felvtalk@MailingList.net Merlin & Barb: Since I've been mailing you personally , I wanted to write the list today. Like everyone else has said, Barb and a few others just like her that I'm sure you know who you are have helped me so very much--I know I wouldn't be here typing this if it wasn't for YOU people which the only way I can describe you is --- *Angels from above* Barb, you are such a kind hearted, giving woman and just like Benny knew, you are doing everything you possibly can to help Magical Merlin and HE knows that. I'm not sure how he is this very moment, but like we've all said to each other, you know when it's time to say you've done all you can do and let them be at peace. I hope he's doing ok, but if not, we know in our heart that all there is left to do is think about what he would say to you if he could just talk. It is the hardest thing in the world to do, I honestly believe that. I just wish Benny would have some of the magic that Magical Merlin has had. Thinking of you..........Timmy and Boots are purring for you Merlin. We love you. Michele Michele R. Smeal mrb2@psu.edu 107 Ritenour Bldg. University Health Services Pennsylvania State University University Park, PA 16802 (814) 865-6557 In loving memory of my precious Benny......My precious little angel.. Until we're together again...... Love an animal today....they depend on you.... unconditional love guaranteed.............. -------------------------------------- Date sent: Thu, 12 Mar 1998 15:43:02 -0600 From: Cheryl and Michael To: "felvtalk@MailingList.net" Subject: Merlin and the fight continues... Send reply to: felvtalk@MailingList.net Barb, I was so very sad to read about Merlin. There is no doubt that you will be alright, as your courage has allowed you to help so many. However, I am sure it is difficult each time a battle is lost. Merlin has been such a big part of all our lives, but of course, was a huge part of yours. You are so right in that such an unjustified event only strengthens ones resolve to continue to fight. Even though my little boy is gone, each and every furry one on this list means so much to me. To read of the sadness and helplessness that everyone is and has gone through on this list keeps me a part of the group. I just could not imagine leaving and acting as if I don't care when I do. I don't plan to go anywhere until this list is not needed anymore. Today is a sad day. But we continue in Merlin's name and the name of all of the other precious lives we have all lost. Sending all of my support and strength to you and the group, Cheryl In loving memory of Copley November 4, 1995 - February 20, 1998 -------------------------------------- Date sent: Thu, 12 Mar 1998 16:26:08 +0000 From: LawBet Organization: Home for Wayward Felines To: felvtalk@MailingList.net Subject: Re: Merlin Send reply to: felvtalk@MailingList.net Barb, Bette, Dawn and I are very sorry that Merlin has lost his battle. You did your best. Take heart and remember, he is only TDY. Bro -------------------------------------- From: AskforArt Date sent: Thu, 12 Mar 1998 17:16:32 EST To: felvtalk@MailingList.net Subject: Merlin Send reply to: felvtalk@MailingList.net Dear Barb, I hardly know what to say. Tears are rolling down my face. I've been sitting here staring at the monitor, and the words just won't come. I guess I somehow felt that if Merlin could make it, other could, too. This disease is too cruel, taking all the little innocent ones, and leaving us with holes in our hearts. I hope my Smitty, Gracie, and Daisy are there to meet him at the Bridge, too. And Barb, you have been such a help to so many of us-------please let me know if there is anything I can do to help you. LInda P in Sacramento -------------------------------------- From: "Helen Elizabeth Kennebeck" To: "felv mailinglist" Subject: merlin Date sent: Thu, 12 Mar 1998 17:49:39 -0600 Send reply to: felvtalk@MailingList.net Barb, Sorry to hear about your loss. I was so hoping Merlin would make it. I said my prayers but it was not meant to be. I know he has gone to a wonderful place, free of pain and disease. Bless you for your tender care of him. Liz (and Buddy) -------------------------------------- From: "David & Leslie Kanzler" To: "felvtalk" Subject: Merlin Date sent: Thu, 12 Mar 1998 18:31:47 -0500 Send reply to: felvtalk@MailingList.net Barb, So sorry to hear about Merlin. I didn't even know he was sick again until about a half hour ago. We had a big snowstorm here in Northern Indiana and have had no power or phones for 4 days. Merlin was a part of all our lives, here on the list, and we will all miss him and always remember him. He was such a little fighter. You certainly did all (and more) that could be done, and I'm glad you can deal with this so well. He will certainly be waiting for you at the Rainbow Bridge and you will have a wonderful reunion. He knows you love him and you gave him everything you had. Again, my prayers and sympathies are with you. Leslie and Jazz -------------------------------------- From: "Steve Lackow" To: "FeLV Talk" Subject: Remembering Merlin Date sent: Thu, 12 Mar 1998 16:37:13 -0800 Send reply to: felvtalk@MailingList.net Sonnet #2 For Merlin, Always in Our Hearts An old man told me what was new, A young girl showed me what was old, A cold, cold city offered warmth After all the goods were sold, An army showed me how to love -- And a kitten taught me how to fight. He wandered off into the wood, Close by me, but far from sight. Death has showed us how to live, And life has showed us how to die, Not regretting anything, Leaving here, and knowing why. Little angel, furry black Little spirit, hurry back -------------------------------------- Date sent: Thu, 12 Mar 1998 20:14:06 -0500 From: Andrew Sherrod To: "felvtalk@MailingList.net" Subject: (no subject) Send reply to: felvtalk@MailingList.net Dear Barb, I am so very sorry about Merlin....I can't even find words. I'm just so very very sorry. Paula -------------------------------------- From: Newtanator Date sent: Thu, 12 Mar 1998 21:54:25 EST To: felvtalk@Mailinglist.net Subject: my thanks Send reply to: felvtalk@MailingList.net All, Again, I want to thank you all for the support and poems and kind words. I consider my short time with my magic man a gift, as are all my babies. I still have three that are positive, but healthy and I intend on keeping them that way. With all your help, we will keep all our furries healthy, happy and with us as long as possible. Again, thank you all. barb -------------------------------------- From: "Cheri Gardiner" To: Subject: Re: Merlin Date sent: Thu, 12 Mar 1998 20:18:25 -0600 Send reply to: felvtalk@MailingList.net Dear Barb, I don't realy know what to say right now. I feel as if I have lost one of my own. Merlin was such a brave little boy. My tears, prayers and thoughts are for you and Merlin. Merlin is at the bridge with his "sisters" and all the others we all have lost. They are playing with butterflies and will send us rainbows to show us their love. Thank you Barb for all the help, knowledge and support you have gievn me since I joined the list. Cheri G., Kitty & Chaz In memory of my little boy Mickey -------------------------------------- From: macat@webtv.net (belinda sauro) Date sent: Thu, 12 Mar 1998 18:39:46 -0800 To: felvtalk@MailingList.net Subject: Re: Merlin Send reply to: felvtalk@MailingList.net Barb, I am so sorry to here that Merlin has left us, although I'm glad he went peacefully and without suffering (small consolation). I was so hoping he would be with us much longer, he was such a dear sweet angel. He will always be remembered as magical Merlin fighting to the end, I'm glad you could be with him when Newt and Kallie came for him. Now he's with them and the rest of our babies at the bridge waiting for the day we'll all be together again. My prayers and deepest sympathies are with you.....take care. Belinda Happiness is being owned by cats... Come see why I'm so happy... www.geocities.com/heartland/estates/7122 -------------------------------------- From: "Claude Horstmann" To: Subject: to all Date sent: Thu, 12 Mar 1998 23:50:09 -0500 Send reply to: felvtalk@MailingList.net Grief is a quiet thing . . . . . . . . -------------------------------------- Date sent: Thu, 12 Mar 1998 23:01:04 +0000 From: LawBet Organization: Home for Wayward Felines To: felvtalk@MailingList.net Subject: Re: to all Send reply to: felvtalk@MailingList.net Grief should not be a quiet thing. That's how occupants to padded cells are made. -------------------------------------- END