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by | October 8, 2010 · 11:03 pm

Almost 3 Years And A Little Hope

I remember very clearly that it was 17th April 2008 when I came home to find 4 dead broken chocolate kits in Noobie’s nest box. There was this huge solid chocolate and a little solid lilac kit wiggling in the nest box as well. Little did I know that the solid chocolate wasn’t getting enough heat and it slowly withered away. Since then I have always yearned for chocolate kits.

The precious little lilac kit that survived was given the name Holly Hope. Yesterday, this little girl I called Hope kindled 2 beautiful kits. They both looks like solid chocolates but today they look lilac to me. I need to take a good look under natural sunlight to ascertain their real color.

Without further ado, introducing Toble & Rone…

 

Aren't they the cutest things?

 

 

Holly Hope is doing a great job with the 2 of the. She is very protective too...

 

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by | October 7, 2010 · 10:02 pm

Welcome to the world kits!

So it’s day 11 today and all eyes should be opened. As I spend my morning in Meadow Haven this morning, I picked up every one of the kits and whispered, “Welcome to the world little one…” and their eyes opened to meet me for the first time.

Touched by the light for the first time...

Hello little one!

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by | October 5, 2010 · 11:57 pm

Wriggly Wrinkly

Gluttony!

Wilma is probably freaking out big time now like she usually does whenever I take her babies away. I caught her feeding the babies this evening. That is normally a sign telling me that she is comfortable nursing with me around. Being able to see a doe nursing her young is pretty uncommon in the wild. If she has taken me as a predator, she would not nurse in my presence. So far, I have been really fortunate to have witness all the does in my herd nursing their babies.

I see big heads!

3 on 1

All paws up!

What a mess!

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by | October 5, 2010 · 8:18 pm

Profound Feeling

I might have written something similar to this posting but I guess that is one of the advantages of a weblog – you can repeat yourself a thousand times and it still seemed to be something new. I find it hard myself to trace back what I have written in the past. A question came to mind this evening as I caught a glimpse of Clark’s picture on top of the bookshelf. What is so interesting about this hobby? I mean keeping pets as a hobby in general.

While growing up as a kid, my favorite hang out places are pet stores. Back then, I must say that pet store owners are very compassionate people. They have a lot of love for the animals that they sell. There is always a personal touch as the owners take their time to talk and educate their customers. There was this pet store near where I live where I spend most of my weekends and holidays. The owners are an elderly couple that I have kept in touch with until today.

The uncle once told me that having a pet is very interesting because most of them never outlive their owners. He further elaborates that because the lifespan of pets are shorter and the owners are able to witness the entire life cycle – from birth till death. Most of the time, we give a part of our heart for our beloved pets. Their death always causes a void in our hearts.

I am not sure if fellow pet owners agree with me but this hobby is pretty addictive. If you ever start keeping pets, you will most probably never ever life without one. This is probably some irrelevant ramblings.

Conclusion is, I really miss Clark very much. I like every part of the story except for the death part. You just can’t give them enough love that when they leave, you will feel fulfilled and the death is still unacceptable. I feel that I have not done enough.

Thinking of you everyday my boy

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by | October 3, 2010 · 10:57 pm

A Week Has Passed

They are really cute right now...

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by | October 1, 2010 · 10:02 pm

Support

At times like these, we lean on each other for support...

Dionne Warwick – That’s What Friends Are For

And I never thought I’d feel this way
And as far as I’m concerned
I’m glad I got the chance to say
That I do believe I love you

And if I should ever go away
Well, then close your eyes and try to feel
The way we do today
And then if you can remember

Keep smilin’, keep shinin’
Knowin’ you can always count on me, for sure
That’s what friends are for
For good times and bad times
I’ll be on your side forever more
That’s what friends are for

Well, you came and opened me
And now there’s so much more I see
And so by the way I thank you

Whoa, and then for the times when we’re apart
Well, then close your eyes and know
These words are comin’ from my heart
And then if you can remember, oh

Keep smiling, keep shining
Knowing you can always count on me, for sure
That’s what friends are for
In good times, in bad times
I’ll be on your side forever more
Oh, that’s what friends are for

Whoa… oh… oh… keep smilin’, keep shinin’
Knowin’ you can always count on me, for sure
That’s what friends are for
For good times and bad times
I’ll be on your side forever more
That’s what friends are for

Keep smilin’, keep shinin’
Knowin’ you can always count on me, oh, for sure
‘Cause I tell you that’s what friends are for
For good times and for bad times
I’ll be on your side forever more
That’s what friends are for (That’s what friends are for)

On me, for sure
That’s what friends are for
Keep smilin’, keep shinin’

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by | October 1, 2010 · 5:57 pm

Grieving

It was really hard today cleaning up the rabbitry. Just looking at Clark’s empty cage break my heart all over again. It is so hard for me not to fold an extra piece of newspaper to line his litter tray.

I just cannot forget how handsome he was even in his passing, he was such a beautiful little boy.

I miss you Clark. Beth asked me why you’re not here today. I told her we sent you to the cemetery and she asked, “Dad, what’s SEMITREE?”. Isn’t she funny?

I remembered one time how you gave a shock and later I was laughing really hard. Remember that day when you acted like such a pig digging into the pellets so fast that you got one stuck in your nose? You were having greenish snots and that gave me a scare. Then I realized you inhaled a piece of pellet through the nose and that was so funny.

You must be really having fun binky-ing all around at rainbow bridge right now.

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by | October 1, 2010 · 11:38 am

Moving Forward

Just wanted to write a note to thank all friends near and far for all the encouraging words poured in throughout the night. Life goes on and and we do find meaning in all happenings both good or bad. For the past 3 years, there has been a lot of ups and downs for Tru-Luv rabbitry. But with the amount of downs going on, any sane person would have quit this hobby a long time ago. Thinking about it, I believe I am pretty insane.

On a positive note, I believe that feeling emotional during the death of a pet only goes to show that there were indeed a friendship and attachment involved. It is a full circle of emotions as there will not be joy without sorrow. Every beginning has an end and every end will be followed by a new beginning.

Clark’s death is not the end of him, his legacy will continue to be alive through his kits and grandkits. Both Balian and Sibylla will keep him alive. As the kits grow in the nest box, perhaps there will be a few little Clarks in there. If they do not appear now, they may manifest in a couple more generations to come.

The Holland Lop circle of friends that I have are really awesome and supportive. We all believe that rabbits can come and go in our lives but friends remain forever! I have made a couple of true friends who will always be there for me through sharing my rabbits.

And when the time comes for the circle of life to be completed, my friends and I come full circle once again. This will continue on and on and on and on and on, forever and ever…

Moving forward and till death do us part…

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by | September 30, 2010 · 10:34 pm

We’re Losing Clark

Update: R.I.P. at 11.18pm

My heart is breaking as I sit here holding Clark with one arm and typing with another. He has stopped eating and drinking the past 2 days. I have been doing the best I can to get him to come back around.

Things will never be the same without you around...

I don’t think anything is working anymore. I just wish that he suffer no more…

You will be forever missed. Clark, you will always be our “superman”. Have a safe crossing over and please come give me a nudge at rainbow bridge…

Baby Clark

Clark,

You left while I murmured softly that I release you from all your duties. I know you are at a better place right now. If only if you could hear my broken heart right now, there are only sounds of shattered glasses. The moment I knew that Kay was sending you to me, I made a little promise that you will be well loved. I do not know if I have failed to keep that promise but I do know that you will always be my favorite herd buck.

Even in death you were the calmest Holland Lop I’ve ever come across. I know the bite on Beth’s tummy wasn’t intentional and she still loves you very much. Words can never describe how painful it is to know that you have gone.

All I wish is for you to remember me when you see me crossing the bridge. And I hope you have found the rest of the Tru-Luv rabbits and those of our friends that has gone where you are right now. Do look out for Hans too and let him know we all do miss him. Tell Seychel I love her and will always do. Tell Latara & Unix that I am still thinking about both of them. Say hello to MasterChief and Breelynn for me too.

As you can see, it is so hard for me to let go and I am missing you already. If you happen to see the Creator, please tell him to watch over all of us and keep us strong and healthy.

I miss you Clark, I really do…

Luv always,

Everyone at Tru-Luv

I just can't believe you're gone

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by | September 28, 2010 · 9:43 pm

B&W Day 2

Doing well...

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