Marj37

What a truly beautiful tribue to Allie and your love for all creatures great and small. What a cute looking Yorkie. Big hugs.

It is going on the 3rd month since I let my Gb kitty be euthanized on the 26th of May ---- I have tears several times daily and even now while I type this. When we have them as part of our lives for so long we can't just pop right back into what was normal --- there is no "what was normal" now. Carefully creating new patterns. I say "carefully" since I don't want to make any decisions because of my sadness which would end up being detrimental rather than life giving. If that makes any sense. My Gb loved each minute that he wasn't napping, even at almost 15. I know that id his his legacy forever on.

I am so sorry to hear about our lovely Malibu. Even tho I am a cat person I know the heart wrenching feelings of having to let our furkids go. There is nothing like it - and it is sad and difficult and lonely and many other things. You have come to the best place on the whole planet. All here are so supportive. And crying is good. Thanks for showing us the picture of your kid!

It's just so so difficult to have the rhythm of life changed when they leave us. Oh - so bewildering. And while I like change and embrace it - this is not the kind of change I relish at all. Gb was an active boy------- Hamish is sweet and loving and sometimes I get him to play to make up for when he and brother Gb would wrestle and run the house. I still have the same exact thing when I return to my house. No one comes to the door. The two of them used to - Gb being the active instigator. All who have loved and lost know this upsetting pain. And sometimes I forget about 'one day at a time' and then it seems hopeless. But I know it isn't. But for the moment it is.

LOL---- he defnitely knew the dog paddle didn't he. Wonderful guy and love your comments.

Love reading about your Spooky pal......21 years is just remarkable. Both of your were so blessed.

What a wonder-fur dream to have! Whatever it means it sounds beautiful.

I sure miss my Gb so much. Life is way too quiet in this house. And Gb was my buddy when he wasn't sleeping. Emptiness in my heart - there is no cure. Bro Hamish seems ok --- I can get him to play sometimes. And a PS --- haven't seen the butterfly again.

Loved reading this quote today: The word "animal" comes from a Latin root that means "soul". To ancient thinkers, soul was the mysterious force that gave life and breath to the myriad of the earth's creatures. Some even spoke of a "world soul" or anima mundi that enlivened the whole of nature. Later, theologians restriced the possession of a soul to human beings. But what is soul or spirit? Spirit is the channel through which we became conscious of the essence - the inward beauty - that dwells within another living being. Quote from "The Souls of Animals", Gary Kowalski, a Unitarian minister; garduate of Harvard Divinity School. I also have "Goodby, friend" by him. That quote led me to find this on Wikipedia

Mia, you are so welcome....it's a good song to sing and clap to , or even a little dance step. How precious that first peek from under the couch must have been.

Hi Mia-- You can read about Gb on my "Gb kitty is missed" thread. There are photos there also. And a couple pics with bro Hamish. As for his name....my vet had a kitty named Gooseberry. And I loved it but I didn't think if worked for my rambunctious kitten --- so I named him Gb and it was a perfect name for him. Like in the play :"Cats" there is a song about the naming of cats I definitely think I found his. And once again I send my heart thoughts to your sadness in missing Spooky.

Mia - you might enjoy this. I posted it on my Gb posts. It's fun and tearful at the same time. The others have watched and even sang.

Dear Mia........ Come here often and express your feelings. We are there or have been there. There is nothing wrong to say. Feelings are what they are and we need to express them and not shove them into a dark place because they will erupt in some way. I'm so sad to read about your beloved Spooky. Honor him often with your grief, cry often and loud, even pound on your bed, and send us more photos and tell us more memories. I had to let my adorable, loved Gb go by euthansia 2 months ago - May 26. I miss him terribly - not an hour goes by that I have dont have a tear or two or more. Crying is good for me - releases the tension of grief. Angel Gb and his brother Hamish were 15 on July 20. I had Gb in an ER for 48 hours due to horrible breathing problems and they were not able to wean him off oxygen so I made the decision as the vet told me his quality of life was zero and he was so frail. I am thankful for their expertise even tho I hate that he was so sick. I love him. You can still love your Spooky Angel.

And what is the new puppies name? I agree ---- no one can replace Chester. And I'm keeping my Gb ashes - not scattering them. I think you will be glad you kept Chester in your home. Bittersweet as it is . I remember years back being afraid I could not love my Gb and Hamish after losing a special cat........but it didn't take long and the fear was gone and the love overwhelming.

I saw a monarch in my flower patch today -- right up close it came after fluttering around me - landed a foot from my shoulder on a milkweed. I want to take it as a sign from my beloved Gb that all is well. I now have a copy of the report from the ER that was sent to my vet concerning Gb's 48 hours there. It lets my intellect rest as I can see exactly how they cared for him. And I am still so very glad i was there for his goodbye moments. Traumatic as it was for me (and again the tears start) I needed to be there. And I was glad of the choice to be. Peace to us all.

Hi ---- this was on Monday my kitties were 15 years old. And so this week seems extra sad again. And now it is coming up on 2 months since Gb is gone. And 3 months since Mary's Allie is gone. How can it be??????? I'm glad we hang together.to think about and talk about our furkids - and extra special Pawpats go to Carrie having let her darling Callie girl go on to the special angel place of no pain or disease.

Such a boy ----- love his pictures and his "hobbies" ) And Copperpot, I sure know about wanting to scream! Lots of times I go and pound on my bed . It helps dissipate the body stress.

Love from my heart to yours. Such beautiful care you took of your special Callie. I'm happy for you that she could leave from home. A hard time of mourning. Your friends are here.

I love that sweet face and those eyes- he reminds me of a lovey teddy bear.

I'm glad you are keeping us informed. Love to your household

I"m also glad she was happy to be lapped on you.

I sure know about that. Many hugs.

Adorable photo with his face right up there like i could reach out and pet that lovely coat of fur or kiss that nosey..

Carrie - kidney disease is just so awful. I know the fluids can help them a lot. And it is so wonderful Callie loves to be held. Being a cat person I only know they usually hide when they are in discomfort. So I'm happy to hear she will be happy being held. Let that give you a teeny bit of comfort in this journey. My prayers for you all.

Hi KayC Gb was a cuddle bug ; so is his brother . If you have a digi cam or a smart phone to make a little movie then Youtube has good directions for easily loading them if you want it online.