Thursday, August 9, 2007

torty

The smallest, quietest member of our household passed away. Torty died sometime last night.

I don't know what happened... we did notice recently he wasn't eating as much and sleeping more, but it wasn't enough to be alarmed at. It is hard to tell what a tortoise is thinking.

This morning, after giving Ernie some fresh water, I was giving Torty some lettuce when I noticed he was gone.

It wasn't supposed to happen like this... he was twenty years old, tops. Russian Tortoises are said to live to be 100. We used to joke how we would have him when we were old and grey.

I am going through the guilt thing... I should have taken him to the vet when he seemed off, I should have taken him outside more, taken more pictures of him...

Uggh... it's just horrible.

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  1. AnonymousAugust 9, 2007 at 10:15 AM

    I am so sorry for your loss. I am sure Torty had a happy life with your family.

    Ani
    foodiechickie.com

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  2. AprilleAugust 9, 2007 at 10:27 AM

    So sorry babe. I know how brutal it can be.

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  3. Tiki & Kirby (& sometimes Kesey)August 9, 2007 at 10:42 AM

    We are very sorry about Torty. Sending your purrs and soft woofs.

    Riley, Tiki, & Kesey

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  4. DanielleAugust 9, 2007 at 11:04 AM

    I'm so sorry Lauren. I'm sure Torty was very happy and well taken care of while with you and your family.

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  5. AnonymousAugust 9, 2007 at 11:04 AM

    Oh I'm so sorry. I know what you're going through and it truly sucks. I hope your fond memories will outweigh your sadness very soon.

    Tricia

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  6. JenniferAugust 9, 2007 at 11:35 AM

    I read your blog everyday, but have never commented. Just wanted to let you know how sorry I am about Torty! I'm sure he had the happiest turtle life with you!

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  7. KimberlyAugust 9, 2007 at 11:44 AM

    So sorry for your loss. If how we "see" you treat your other pets is any indication, I'm positive Torty had a wonderful life.

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  8. Miss PresidentAugust 9, 2007 at 12:13 PM

    I'm sorry about Torty. I'm sure that his life was a very exciting one (for a tortoise!!) as he was part of a household filled with much joy.

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  9. Jessica GAugust 9, 2007 at 12:15 PM

    sorry to hear about your loss. It is never easy to loose a pet member of your family. Luckily you have lots of other pets to share your love with. :-)

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  10. CecilieAugust 9, 2007 at 1:02 PM

    So sorry for your lose.
    It is always hard to know how pets are truly doing because they can't say "hey! I don't feel good!" And pets like Torty.

    Sometimes it is just a pets time, even if it seems too soon.

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  11. Emily C.August 9, 2007 at 1:02 PM

    awwww...poor torty. don't worry, he's in a better place. i'll miss him

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  12. GwenAugust 9, 2007 at 1:10 PM

    That's so sad. I'm sure he was a happy little guy during his life.

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  13. Pirate AliceAugust 9, 2007 at 1:26 PM

    I'm so sorry for your loss. Don't blame yourself. I'm sure Torty lived a happy and wonderful life under your care.

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  14. SaraAugust 9, 2007 at 3:50 PM

    Aww, don't beat yourself up. I'm so sorry.

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  15. sunshinewalksAugust 9, 2007 at 4:35 PM

    really really sorry to hear about Torty. i'm sure he had a great 20 years.

    -lisa
    sunshinewalks.com

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  16. StacieAugust 9, 2007 at 4:41 PM

    Bummer! Sorry for your loss.

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  17. from awayAugust 9, 2007 at 5:48 PM

    Another lurker here... I'm so sorry for your loss. I hear you on the guilt (thought the same things when my cat died while I was out of town), it's the worst. Take care.

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  18. DawnAugust 9, 2007 at 6:28 PM

    So sorry to hear about your pet turtle ~ Torty.

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  19. trishAugust 10, 2007 at 2:05 AM

    awww, i'm sorry about torty. he looked like an awesome turtle. my condolences.

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  20. AnonymousAugust 10, 2007 at 4:52 AM

    Dear Jenny & Aaron:

    It's been a wonderful 20-year living with you guys as a family. Thank you so much for the cares and loves you guys have been showering me. But, well... I'm sorry because it's my time to go.

    Will be missing you guys and Oscar... and Stewie... and Ernie... and Chuck... and Bunny.

    Don't worry. Me and Max and Snowball and Fish and Chips will always be watching you guys.

    Love,
    Torty

    P.s: Don't worry about Petunia. She's enjoying herself in Vegas right now.

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  21. AnonymousAugust 10, 2007 at 9:27 AM

    Condolences to you and Aaron. Aprille and I know how hard it is to lose a pet and a friend. I know he had a good life with you two.

    -Joel

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  22. MatthewAugust 10, 2007 at 10:30 AM

    Sorry to hear this news Jenny. It really hurts to lose a pet (and a member of the family).

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  23. MeganAugust 10, 2007 at 11:07 AM

    oh, that makes me so sad. :`(
    I know that he was probably the happiest turtle in the world with you two. All animals feel love, even if it's just an understanding of safety and security.
    I've always said with my many kitties throughout the years, and who I let go outside, it's better to have a short life filled with love and adventure, than a long one with nothing much to do. He had as full a life as a turtle should. :)
    I'm so sorry.

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  24. hodgepodgeAugust 10, 2007 at 11:52 AM

    I'm so sorry for your loss...

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  25. rockstar.sarahnewton@gmail.comAugust 10, 2007 at 12:15 PM

    I'll bet tortoise heaven is awesome! Right now, he's at the all you can eat leafy green veggie buffet and I'm sure there are more fine lady torts than he can shake a stick at!
    He had a great 20 year adventure with you and you were both very lucky to have each other!
    It will hurt less soon.
    Sarah

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  26. sandyAugust 10, 2007 at 12:45 PM

    I'm so sorry :-< It wasn't your fault...it's too easy to say shoulda, woulda, coulda. It was his time and you were a good mom. RIP Torty!!

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  27. Shelley NobleAugust 10, 2007 at 12:47 PM

    Sorry for Torty's leaving so soon. Don't feel badly, sometimes these things just happen, no matter what you could have done.

    Time will ease these feelings a bit.

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  28. AnonymousAugust 10, 2007 at 12:55 PM

    are you sure he's not just hibernating?

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  29. Ida i QuébecAugust 10, 2007 at 2:05 PM

    I'm very, very sorry for your loss, Jenny and Aaron! I'm sure it will be empty without Torty...

    (And "Lauren"?? :D )

    /Ida

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  30. YvettAugust 10, 2007 at 2:50 PM

    Aww, Jenny. I'm so sorry.

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  31. yichingAugust 10, 2007 at 3:13 PM

    I'm so sorry about Torty, and I understand how hard it is to lose a pet, especially when you see him as part of your family.

    Please don't blame yourself for the "what if"s... just remember the wonderful times you, Aaron, and the gang had with him.

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  32. gillianAugust 10, 2007 at 4:02 PM

    Oh, I'm so sorry. I went through that guilt too when we lost our dogs. Sorry.

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  33. ljcAugust 10, 2007 at 5:06 PM

    Thank you everyone for your kind words.

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  34. LianaAugust 10, 2007 at 6:05 PM

    I'm so sorry to hear about Torty. It's just so hard to lose a pet. I'm sure he knew you loved him.

    We lost our 8-month old puppy in March and I still think about her all the time.

    Best wishes . . .

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  35. MaryAugust 10, 2007 at 6:16 PM

    I'm so sorry for your loss Jenny.
    :(

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  36. TinaAugust 10, 2007 at 7:27 PM

    My dearest friend, I am sorry I was not here for you. I know you very well and know how much you love and care for your pets, so don't second guess yourself about Torty. He is having a party with Louie and Bunny and Guster. My Mom is probably feeding all of them.

    My heart goes out to you though, it is never easy.

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  37. erikaAugust 11, 2007 at 12:15 AM

    I'm sorry about Torty. He was blessed to have such an awesome family. :: hug ::

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  38. moodlesoupAugust 11, 2007 at 11:19 AM

    I'm so sorry about Torty... It's never easy losing a pet, any pet. Take care. *hugs*

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  39. Lady SAugust 11, 2007 at 10:08 PM

    I am sorry to hear about the passing of Torty.

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  40. KatieAugust 13, 2007 at 12:46 PM

    I'm so sorry to hear of your loss.

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  41. CarolAugust 13, 2007 at 7:32 PM

    oh no, i'm so sorry to hear about torty. how sad. i hope you will remember the happy times, try not to feel guilty! he was a very lucky tortoise living with your family.

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  42. Nicky C. K.August 14, 2007 at 8:16 AM

    awwww. i'm sorry jenny.

    only knowing you for a short while, i can feel the love and tender care you have for your pets through your photos and gifted writing. please don't 2nd guess yourself!

    i'll keep your family and torty in my thoughts this week.

    take care, nicky & lucy (woof)

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