Remenbrance

[jazzy_dave]

A lovely tribute to Bertie (the cat) from my brother.

SADNESS IN PARTING - JOY IN REMEMBRANCE



Today. With leaden hearts Ros and I visited our veterinarian practice to collect Bertie's ashes. His remains rest in a beautiful rosewood casket. I tried hard not to cry but the tears came when the nurse put the box into my hands. She held my arm for a few moments. A tear ran down her cheek too. She had known Bertie for many years.

I came across these words today:

The tide recedes but leaves behind bright seashells on the sand.
The sun goes down, but gentle warmth still lingers on the land.
The music stops and yet it echoes on in sweet refrains...
For every joy that passes, something beautiful remains

Bertie, you brought great joy to our lives and we will always miss you - our beautiful, fearless, vocal, lovable lad. Rest in peace now. We will think of you every day.


I just feel so bereft and sad.

Comments

[maxauburn.livejournal.com]

I know the feeling well.

I still miss Max very much--- and he's been gone over 10 years now.

Icon user pic is of him.

friend

[crookedfingers.livejournal.com]

sad to read the passing away of your friend-in time the sorrow will pass and you will remember with smiles all the many days you had together-peace

[thespian15.livejournal.com]

Those are beautiful thoughts and rememberances.
HUGS, Jon

[nutmeg3.livejournal.com]

Such sad yet beautiful words. Best thoughts to everyone.

[meowmensteen]

That's so sad. I always felt that he looked like my kitty's twin...she's not doing so well today.

[itsjustc.livejournal.com]

I always expect it to be your post about Whiskey too whenever I saw Bertie!!

[ladyblue56.livejournal.com]

Joy in remembrance, what lovely words. A touching tribute to a fine cat. I'm still grieving hard for my Blue Kitty that passed unexpectedly in April. The words your brother found have given me comfort tonight as I read them. Thank you.

[elenbarathi.livejournal.com]

So very sorry. *hugs*

[nick-101.livejournal.com]

R.I.P. Bertie.

[idahoswede.livejournal.com]

I'm so sorry.

[sabethea.livejournal.com]

I'm so sorry. It's just awful losing a good, loving friend.

[kabuldur.livejournal.com]

Those are very nice words and do justice to Bertie.

[a-phoenixdragon.livejournal.com]

Blessings to the whole family. The loss of such a friend can leave a hole that never quite heals...

*HUGS*

[curiouswombat.livejournal.com]

A very fitting tribute. It is almost four years since Shaka died and he is still missed.

[seekerval.livejournal.com]

Thank you for sharing those sweet words of condolence. They are lovely and helpful.

[leafrider.livejournal.com]

So sad, I'm so very sorry. RIP Bertie. <3

[oakmouse]

It's so terribly hard to lose a beloved pet.

[porsupah.livejournal.com]

Just so. *hug*

Whilst their departure isn't something we can undo, all the wonderful times shared will remain. There is an end, but there's so much more beside. ^_^

[itsjustc.livejournal.com]

It's so terribly hard to lose a much loved pet.
Sending loads of love to you x
How is Oliver coping?