Sláinte, Camowen.

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Sláinte is a drinking toast in Ireland, and I can't think of a better way to say goodbye to the delinquent I shared a home with for the last 2½ years.

I found him yesterday morning. I'd just woken up and o
f course everything else was going to hell, but then he didn't come out for pepper and something told me he wasn't just asleep. I picked him up, he was cold, and I knew I couldn't help him. So I sat with him, wrapped in a fleece blanket on my chest til he passed. I'd have sat all day if he needed it, but it was relatively quick. Most likely his heart, but the weather these last few weeks pushed him over the edge.

I've no idea what age he was. The info I was given would have put him around 4, but he was probably older than that. He came into my life after I'd just moved and I tossed myself into the deep end over them both but I don't regret a moment of it. Together the goblins reminded me I could take care of them, I could make that effort, and rewarded me for it in ways I can't ever express in words. And yesterday Cam gave me the best gift of all - he allowed me to be there to say goodbye.

So, Cam, thank you. Bann misses you. He's loving the fact he gets all the food to himself, but he misses you. It's very quiet with you gone. Sláinte, go be the delinquent you always were once more.

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Lorcan said:
Sláinte is a drinking toast in Ireland, and I can't think of a better way to say goodbye to the delinquent I shared a home with for the last 2½ years.

I found him yesterday morning. I'd just woken up and if course everything else was going to hell, but then he didn't come out for pepper and something told me he wasn't just asleep. I picked him up, he was cold, and I knew I couldn't help him. So I sat with him, wrapped in a fleece blanket on my chest til he passed. I'd have sat all day if he needed it, but it was relatively quick. Most likely his heart, but the weather these last few weeks pushed him over the edge.

I've no idea what age he was. The info I was given would have put him around 4, but he was probably older than that. He came into my life after I'd just moved and I tossed myself into the deep end over them both but I don't regret a moment of it. Together the goblins reminded me I could take care of them, I could make that effort, and rewarded me for it in ways I can't ever express in words. And yesterday Cam gave me the best gift of all - he allowed me to be there to say goodbye.

So, Cam, thank you. Bann misses you. He's loving the fact he gets all the food to himself, but he misses you. It's very quiet with you gone. Sláinte, go be the delinquent you always were once more.

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BIG HUGS

I am so sorry that Cam was called to the Bridge but I am relieved that he had a pretty smooth journey, as natural deaths go, and that he was most comfortable making the trip bolstered by the warmth of your body and your love.

For a skinny, your good care has given him a great innings with batting plenty of balls all over the field and keeping you and Bann on your toes and running. :D

The room will be somewhat eerily quiet without him but he also leaves you with plenty of special, magic memories from a unique personality whose mould God broke. While you have changed his life to the better, so Cam has yours.

We are going to miss him very much on the forum, too!

Look after yourself and Bann.
 
Run free to do as you like over the bridge Cam. You are going to be very missed by Lorcan, Bann and all your fans here on the forum. Xx
 
What a beautiful tribute to a very special piggy. Cam had the best home with you, always full of love. I know how much you will miss him but remember you gave him a lots of happy piggy days. Look after yourself and Bann. Hugs from me, Allan and loving wheeks from the piggies.xx
 
My heart sank when I read this post, I'm so sorry you lost him. I too will miss reading about his shenanigans.
Popcorn high and sleep well over the rainbow bridge Cam 💔🌈
 
I’m so sorry Lorcan. Sending you and Bann hugs. You’ll probably hear him causing mayhem over the bridge. ❤️
 
I'm so sorry you lost Cam. 💔😭 He knew he's been loved unconditionally and that's a credit to you Lorcan. Big hugs to you and Bann. :hug: ❤️

Popcorn free Cam. You will be terribly missed. 🌈❤️
 
I'm so sorry Lorcan,my heart sank when I saw his name.You gave cam such a wonderful life and I loved hearing about cam and banns antics.Look after yourself.

Rip gorgeous Cam xx
 
What a fitting tribute to your gorgeous Cam. He really did land on his feet with Bann when you agreed to surrender most of your house and fridge space to satisfy their every need. I’m so sorry that you didn’t get to spend longer together but the heat really hasn’t helped many older piggies. And he passed peacefully, comfortably in his home, surrounded by love - what a beautiful way to go. Big hugs x
 
Oh I’m so sad to read about Cam - to be able to say goodbye like that Lorcan is a true gift from Cam
He was a gorgeous piggy ,a rascal ,fun , full of mischief and a goblin ❤️
He was living his best life with Bann and you his devoted slave
I’ll miss those continuing adventures of the three of you but I hope to read of the adventures of you two
Take care Lorcan we are here for you always
Cause mischief at RB lovely Cam …..the forum is a lonelier place without you
 
Aw I’m so sorry, my heart has just sank seeing his name 😞

You gave Cam an amazing life. Take good care of yourself and Bann

Sleep tight beautiful Camowen. Watch over your daddy and Bann as they’ll miss you very much x
 
Oh Lorcan I really don't know what to say. My heart really sank when I saw his name and immediately I knew you'd lost him. To pass over the the Rainbow Bridge surrounded by love is the greatest gift. He'll have take all that love with him and will be causing multicoloured mayhem at the bridge.


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That is such a beautiful tribute to your lovely boy.
You gave Cam the best possible life and you gave him a peaceful ending, which is a precious gift.
Be gentle with yourself as you grieve
 
I’m so sorry you lost your gorgeous Cam. I have a soft spot for skinnies and have loved following the hilarious antics of cheeky boys Cam and Bann. Big hugs to you. Sleep tight little chap ❤️🌈
 
Thank you, everyone. I'm still not sure if it has wholly sunk in yet - I lost most of yesterday and yet I'm sat here now watching Bann eating spinach and I keep expecting Cam to join him. But Bann is doing well, which makes it easier, I can't imagine trying to find a new companion, plus bonding, plus clean cage is going to be a great idea when my boiler needs replacing and the house needs replumbed.

I really miss him.
 
I'm so sorry Lorcan- you poured your heart and soul into ensuring Cam lived the best life possible. It sounds like he died in the most peaceful way possible. ❤

RIP Cam.

We'll be thinking of you and Bann as you work out what to do next. 🌈
 
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Thank you, everyone. I'm still not sure if it has wholly sunk in yet - I lost most of yesterday and yet I'm sat here now watching Bann eating spinach and I keep expecting Cam to join him. But Bann is doing well, which makes it easier, I can't imagine trying to find a new companion, plus bonding, plus clean cage is going to be a great idea when my boiler needs replacing and the house needs replumbed.

I really miss him.
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HUGS

It often takes a while to sink in fully; with me as well. Initially, it all is very unreal and you can feel very disassociated. It is like you currently have a protective membrane encasing your soul while the trauma is still too strong. It will dissolve when you are ready to process; it may feel strange but it is in fact a self-protective reaction. Take comfort in that. Just hang in there and keep yourself occupied for the time being. Do what feels right and leave be what makes you feel stressed out.

The worst is retraining all your unthinking little habits, which you cannot brace for and which can cut you up for quite a while.
I am currently still struggling with my veg amounts. Two piggies less in one fell swoop does make a difference but if I am in thought I tend to miscount and overcater; not that the greedy guts complain - just the scales! :(

Please give yourself and Bann time before you make any decisions; you have got that time.
Bann has obviously realised before you that his mate was seriously unwell and dying. He has been able to brace for it and to take his goodbyes. Companions struggle a lot more with an unexpected sudden death, like Maelona's.
 
I am so sorry, I’ve just seen your sad news after hectic 2 days, sending big hugs to you @Lorcan. Take heart that you gave him the very best of life filled with love and companionship

Popcorn high Cam 🌈
 
So sorry to hear Cam has crossed over the rainbow, he had a lovely life with you and Bann 🌈🩷
 
So sorry to read that Cam has crossed over the rainbow bridge. Sweet dreams handsome boy. 🌈
 
I am so sorry to read your sad news, it must have been devastating to watch him slip away to the bridge but for him it would have been the way any piggy would choose. You gave him a life full of love and he would have known that. Take care of yourself and Bann as you grieve
Munch on all the food you want at the bridge Cam 🌈
 
I was so sad to learn that you have suddenly lost your crazy boy Camowen :hug: . He had the best life with you, proof with Bann that you don't have to have brains to be the boss, and living piggy life in fast forward as skinnies do... Now he will be causing mayhem and confusion over Rainbow Bridge.

Popcorn free, Camowen 🌈
 
I am sorry for your loss. At least you got to say goodbye and he passed away peacefully.

RIP Camowen 😥 ❤️
 
I was so sad to read this, you gave Cam such a great life filled with love, care and fun and I enjoyed reading about his antics with Bann. Take care as you grieve, it’s never easy to say goodbye to such a beloved friend. I’m glad Bann is holding up well. Thinking of you.
 
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