Monday, November 24, 2008

R.I.P. Cluny


Today our pet population declined by one. Cluny the rat quietly passed on in Ben's loving arms, a small grace after a long dying process. He didn't eat for 4 days. The cause of death, as best as I can diagnose based on internet research, was either a tumor or a piece of food/plastic stuck in his throat that didn't hinder breathing but prevented him from eating or drinking. I tried the rat heimleich maneuver, but it didn't dislodge the blockage. His remains were respectfully interred near our statue of St. Fiacre in the back garden this afternoon and have been marked by a couple of daffodil bulbs. I'm sure all of you will join us in a moment of silence in his memory as you read this. Cluny was a good and faithful friend.

1 comment:

Brian and/or Mikko said...

Ohhh Beno. We are so sad for you, Buddy and for everyone's sadness. Know that Cluny is in a better place and is probably having a HUGE cheese party with Scabbers!

We love you guys so much and can't wait for your visit. We have so much to be thankful for this year and our family is number one on the list.

Blessings to all,
Mikko