"Marina" wrote in message
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They just rang. Nikki hasn't gained consciousness and her temp has stayed
over 41 C for several hours now. She keeps cramping, and on the vet's
recommendation, I gave them permission to release her. They asked me if I
wanted to b ethere with her, but since she hasn't regained consciousness
I'm not going. I don't want to have hysterics on the bus. Frank and Mere
are worried enough as it is. Oh, my poor baby girl.

So terribly sorry to hear this, Marina. Candle lit for Nikki's safe passage
to the Bridge and comforting purrs on the way to you.
Sam