tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7104034804712021440.post4704631188139259494..comments2024-03-27T15:35:13.728-04:00Comments on <br> WATERCOLORS AND WORDS: YOU MAY HAVE NOTICED...RH Carpenterhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05497161758269292809noreply@blogger.comBlogger33125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7104034804712021440.post-62780767196690388362012-01-18T19:14:34.446-05:002012-01-18T19:14:34.446-05:00Thanks, Joan :)Thanks, Joan :)RH Carpenterhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05497161758269292809noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7104034804712021440.post-71288267374315583002012-01-18T10:00:46.821-05:002012-01-18T10:00:46.821-05:00Being owners of two
beautiful cats (a Ragdoll and...Being owners of two <br />beautiful cats (a Ragdoll and Burmese Blue), my heart feels for you.Joan Sandford-Cookhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04228835690449964257noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7104034804712021440.post-10405042809913720722012-01-17T16:03:32.155-05:002012-01-17T16:03:32.155-05:00Thanks so much for your kind words, Cathy. I hope...Thanks so much for your kind words, Cathy. I hope your computer gremlins are slain now!RH Carpenterhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05497161758269292809noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7104034804712021440.post-53344196617261014122012-01-17T12:02:59.031-05:002012-01-17T12:02:59.031-05:00Oh, Rhonda, I missed this sad post with my compute...Oh, Rhonda, I missed this sad post with my computer breakdowns - I'm sorry you had to take this decision, the best one for Smudge but doesn't make it any easier for you. Big hugCathy Gatlandhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05004501411878060668noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7104034804712021440.post-75841272277945407592012-01-16T08:59:54.308-05:002012-01-16T08:59:54.308-05:00Thanks so much for your kind words, Jane, Carol an...Thanks so much for your kind words, Jane, Carol and Jane. Caroline, I hope it's good news!RH Carpenterhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05497161758269292809noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7104034804712021440.post-23710481983972058902012-01-16T07:35:45.525-05:002012-01-16T07:35:45.525-05:00Thanks Rhonda, at home now waiting for the vet to ...Thanks Rhonda, at home now waiting for the vet to ring with the test results. It is amazing to think about the age of cats isn't it. Wonder if you will do a painting of Smudge he would make a beautiful painting.Caroline Simmillhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09598525698486576546noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7104034804712021440.post-91009921253850389922012-01-16T02:25:27.952-05:002012-01-16T02:25:27.952-05:00rhonda so very sorry to learn you had to part wit...rhonda so very sorry to learn you had to part with smudge take good care janeJANE MINTERhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12753128396478756721noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7104034804712021440.post-45232042488786503022012-01-16T02:11:55.414-05:002012-01-16T02:11:55.414-05:00Oh that's sad Rhonda, but it was an act of lov...Oh that's sad Rhonda, but it was an act of love and surely the best for Smudge. I had to do the same thing to my very sick and old dog some time ago. Heartbreaking!...but you just know it was the right thing to do.Janehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06592451071109351862noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7104034804712021440.post-32922378790552046162012-01-15T23:56:05.550-05:002012-01-15T23:56:05.550-05:00Aw, I'm so sorry Rhonda. Smudge was a cutie....Aw, I'm so sorry Rhonda. Smudge was a cutie.http://carolking.wordpress.comhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11047244551734990915noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7104034804712021440.post-24425326494434482212012-01-15T21:00:28.585-05:002012-01-15T21:00:28.585-05:00Caroline, I hope you come home with good news from...Caroline, I hope you come home with good news from the vet for Angus tomorrow :) It's hard, seeing them get so old and have so many problems - like watching our parents aging, in a way. I have a veterinary medical book that says, at age 16, Smudge was the equivalent of 95 in human years.RH Carpenterhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05497161758269292809noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7104034804712021440.post-51027119870200696242012-01-15T20:22:38.556-05:002012-01-15T20:22:38.556-05:00It is so sad to hear about dear Smudge, what lovel...It is so sad to hear about dear Smudge, what lovely photos of him. My cat Angus is not well and will have to take him to the vet tomorrow he is getting old too. Made me feel very sad reading about Smudge I hope you paint him one day he looked a beauty.Caroline Simmillhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09598525698486576546noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7104034804712021440.post-82076927277212091812012-01-15T16:22:15.074-05:002012-01-15T16:22:15.074-05:00Thanks, Kevin. I appreciate those kind words.Thanks, Kevin. I appreciate those kind words.RH Carpenterhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05497161758269292809noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7104034804712021440.post-11512571832522775052012-01-15T15:44:48.770-05:002012-01-15T15:44:48.770-05:00I am sorry to hear about your loss. Anyone who ha...I am sorry to hear about your loss. Anyone who has had a pet, especially one for many years understands the tremendous sadness that one feels when they finally have to say goodbye. Just knowing that you gave Smudge a great long life is something to ultimately feel good about. Take care.<br />KevinAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00564336484656123808noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7104034804712021440.post-2749187374081800902012-01-15T12:05:20.644-05:002012-01-15T12:05:20.644-05:00Thanks, Ann :) He was so much like a dog, always ...Thanks, Ann :) He was so much like a dog, always waiting at the top of the stairs (or at the door) when you came in, under your feet as you walked to the kitchen or down stairs, etc.; his presence will be missed.RH Carpenterhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05497161758269292809noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7104034804712021440.post-58231988499752346042012-01-15T10:01:27.285-05:002012-01-15T10:01:27.285-05:00Thanks so much for the kind words, Mary Beth, Jean...Thanks so much for the kind words, Mary Beth, Jeanette, and Sherry :)<br /><br />SpinningDownUnder, thanks for stopping by and taking the time to leave such a kind comment. I checked out your blog and smiled when I saw the cat of the day photo :) I know nothing about spinning but I know it's an art form in itself with all the obsessions we painters have with new doodads and tools and colors :)RH Carpenterhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05497161758269292809noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7104034804712021440.post-64387650684192672902012-01-15T09:46:48.465-05:002012-01-15T09:46:48.465-05:00(((((Rhonda))))), so very sorry to hear about Smud...(((((Rhonda))))), so very sorry to hear about Smudge and glad you have so many memories.Ann Bucknerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08549669918916059105noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7104034804712021440.post-75378193445852735492012-01-15T09:19:56.187-05:002012-01-15T09:19:56.187-05:00I'm so sorry for the loss of your Smudge, Rhon...I'm so sorry for the loss of your Smudge, Rhonda. I know how this hurts. I hope he is happily frolicking and waiting to one day be with you again.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7104034804712021440.post-68199544004728875342012-01-14T21:23:17.153-05:002012-01-14T21:23:17.153-05:00I'm sorry to hear about Smudge. We have anima...I'm sorry to hear about Smudge. We have animals in our lives for so long, they become strong attachments. When they go, the adjustment is difficult.<br /><br />Smudge had a good and long life with you and I know you have many memories to treasure. The photos are lovely and perhaps in time, you'll create your own image of him and smile when you see it.Jeanette Jobsonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08935974758134419990noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7104034804712021440.post-67765671346738827252012-01-14T20:33:55.942-05:002012-01-14T20:33:55.942-05:00Words cannot adequately express what we feel somet...Words cannot adequately express what we feel sometimes, but I am sure that cat-lovers everywhere understand what is in your heart, and that Smudge knew that you were helping out of love. He also knew you had the courage to do it and trusted you to know when the time was right. This is the bravest and most heart-breaking thing we can ever do for our furry family, and there will always be a place in your heart for the kitten he once was. Wherever he is, he is so proud of his mom!spinningdownunderhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03211231649784777346noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7104034804712021440.post-84885038711851155212012-01-14T16:04:20.319-05:002012-01-14T16:04:20.319-05:00Oh dear Rhonda, I am so very sorry. Such a hard ti...Oh dear Rhonda, I am so very sorry. Such a hard time.MB Shawhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06385431609144174297noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7104034804712021440.post-38141550590155700082012-01-14T15:37:44.166-05:002012-01-14T15:37:44.166-05:00Thanks, Gary, for your comments. Right now I'...Thanks, Gary, for your comments. Right now I'm saying no more pets - but one never knows. I did donate the cat carrier to the vet's office before I left so I think I was pretty sure about that. Time will tell. Maybe some travelling this year more than last so that decision about someone new will be put off for a while.<br /><br />Thanks, Jane and Pam.<br /><br />I so appreciate everyone's comments. I'm cleaning my art room (needed it!) and doing some more wet-in-wet studies to share later - if it turns out halfway decent.RH Carpenterhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05497161758269292809noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7104034804712021440.post-34902657346331271872012-01-14T15:23:58.348-05:002012-01-14T15:23:58.348-05:00Rhonda, I'm so sorry for your loss. Sweet kitt...Rhonda, I'm so sorry for your loss. Sweet kitties do let you know when it's time and luckily we have the ability to end their pain. As sad as it is to let go, I've found it always helps me and them to be there during the process. May time heal your loss and good memories warm your hearts.Pam Johnson Brickellhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07927455773097702525noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7104034804712021440.post-67140160269668577632012-01-14T14:32:53.645-05:002012-01-14T14:32:53.645-05:00Rhonda,
I'm SO sorry for your loss.
Being a h...Rhonda, <br />I'm SO sorry for your loss.<br />Being a huge cat-lover I know the pain you're feeling. May you find comfort in your memories and in knowing you did the right thing for him.jgrhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02595976689687828149noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7104034804712021440.post-19420984543864740922012-01-14T14:14:16.199-05:002012-01-14T14:14:16.199-05:00Hi Rhonda,
Condolences are never enough, but you h...Hi Rhonda,<br />Condolences are never enough, but you have ours, anyway. We've been through this ourselves and can certainly empathize with what you're going through.<br />It sounds like you two are true cat people and as such, it won't be long before you'll be posting photos of a beautiful new kitten. Nothing helps quite as much as new life in the home.<br />Sincerely,<br />Gary.Gary L. Everesthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02343464132076469808noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7104034804712021440.post-6163956042374653832012-01-14T13:15:45.499-05:002012-01-14T13:15:45.499-05:00June, thank you so much for sharing your story of ...June, thank you so much for sharing your story of your little Mollie. You are so kind.<br /><br />Maggie, thanks so much. I truly didn't realize how much I'd miss him but he was a cat who acted like a dog (even snoring when sleeping and woofing like a dog once in a while!) so he followed me around all the time. I know it will stop feeling so bad over time.<br /><br />Thanks, Carol and Irina for your kind words.<br /><br />Teresa, I know what you mean even if you can't voice the words :) Thanks so much.RH Carpenterhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05497161758269292809noreply@blogger.com