I just wanted to let everyone know that Smudgie died last Wednsday morning. I guess Lester needed him more than I did. He is now with Grandma Phyllis and the big yellow bus and all his friends who he can run and play with. Diane Wall of South Shore Ferret Care says that every ferret teaches us a lesson. Smudge taught me several. I learned about Cathy Ryan and what a wonderful person she is. She worked so hard trying to help Smudgie and me. I learned about milk thistle from Alicia at Ferretwise. She also told me what probably happened and why Smudgie was so sick. Probably the rabies shot caused a reaction that killed his liver. I learned from Zoo that there are people out there who care about me, even tho they don't know me. I learned that I have the BEST friends in the world that love me and always have my back. When I cry they cry and when I hurt so do they! I want to thank everyone who sent prayers and healing thoughts our way. I really appreciate them. I know that out there ,there is another baby waiting to make it's way to me. Until then I will love the other kids here extra and tell them how many wonderful friends we have out there in the world! Thank you from the bottom of my heart. Laurie Austin MA mom to 24 ferrets [Posted in FML 6763]