Originally Posted By momof4boys My cat ( Kitty) died last night. She was 19 years old ( we knew her days were numbered). My husband got her for me when we first started dating. I was starting graduate school, was moving into an apartment by myself for the first time ever, and he lived 90 miles away. He got her to keep me company. My boys are devastated. They don't know life without Kitty. My youngest doesn't deal well with death- at all. And Sam- with breaking his leg 3 weeks ago, finding out Wednesday that he needed braces ( his teeth don't look bad but evidently his bite is off in the back- so we weren't expecting this), and now Kitty- he's had a bad month! My oldest doesn't know yet. He's on a band trip and we decided to wait until he gets home tonight to tell him.
Originally Posted By FaMulan (((((Kitty's Family)))))) She lived a very long full life. I have a 16 year old Tom who's beginning to show his age. He's got liver and kidney issues now and is on 8 meds currently. But like you, my husband brought Niko home to me all those years ago and I can't really imagine life without him. And, he's not ready to go yet, but he'll let us know when he is.
Originally Posted By lilgoofymom momof4boys, I am so sorry for your loss. YOU have had a bad month too. Take care of everyone, especially yourself. Hugs and prayers for your family.
Originally Posted By debtee Thinking of you and your family and sending you big hugs momof4boys. Kitty obviously had a wonderful life with you guys!
Originally Posted By sherrytodd I'm so sorry to hear this. You guys gave Kitty a wonderful home. Big {{{hugs}}} to all of you.
Originally Posted By amazedncal2 Hugs for you momof4boys and the entire family. I'm sorry that your sweet kitty has passed on. I like to imagine our departed kitties curled up on my dads lap (he passed away 2 years ago) and he would have room for one more I'm not too religious but the thought of our "babies" somewhere else having a good time gives me comfort. Take care.
Originally Posted By officerminnie Oh, what sad news. And somehow even knowing full well that their "days are numbered" doesn't make it any easier, does it? It leaves just as big a hole in your heart. Sending hugs and thoughts of comfort to you and your family.
Originally Posted By danyoung Those who don't have pets can't understand how important a part of the family a pet is. A pet's death can be almost as difficult as losing a person, especially when you've had the pet for many many years. I could tell you the story of the last days of my cat of 12 years, CB. But I'd probably start crying before I was done, and I don't wanna do that. Just know that you're in our thoughts during a tough time, mom!
Originally Posted By Lady Starlight Awww momof4boys, I'm so sorry for the loss of your beloved little furry family member. My thoughts are with you and your family.
Originally Posted By ShivaThDestroyer momof4boys, The words "I'm sorry for your loss" just don't express how badly Tinkeroon and I feel for you and your family. There are pets and then there are those pets who have crossed the line from animal to true family member. After sharing her life with you for 19 years I have no doubt that Kitty was your four footed furry child and the loss you feel runs very deep. Tinkeroon and I recently lost our Crybaby and I'm not ashamed to admit that his death hit me harder that when either of my parents passed. I wish I could say something that would make things all better but only time can do that. You can take comfort in knowing that Kitty had a long,wonderful life and was much loved. {{{momof4boys and the family}}}
Originally Posted By Stacers76 Sending comforting thoughts your way mom and family....I know it's hard, we have 2 dogs and they are my kids. I had a great friend that was a heart transplant recipient that had a husky as therapy and was his best friend...with all that he went thru, he had a "moment" during preparation for his transplant surgery (he was 18 at the time) that he shared with me and it will ALWAYS stick with me... He said that he KNOWS (he saw this during his moment) that pets, when they leave us and this earth, go to Heaven to be with the little children that have passed on. I don't know why that's so reassuring to me, but with my pets in the past, I've been devastated too when they pass, but knowing they're with little children up there is somehow comforting I bet Kitty is keeping 4 more little boys company now
Originally Posted By Lil Mermaid oh gosh. I am so sorry. I know how hard it is to lose a pet, you and your family will be in my thoughts for the coming months.
Originally Posted By smedley Hugs, I am sending you big hugs, at 19 she had a great old life I'm sure
Originally Posted By iamsally I am saddened by this news. I know how important our furry friends can become in our lives. I hope your children feel better soon. I know it takes time.
Originally Posted By SoThisIsLove Amen to Stacers76. These animals are here with us for a reason. I know Kitty's loss is devastating and will always be in your memories. I still cry about my dog that died when I was in 8th grade. The loss gets easier as time passes, but it remains a loss. You have a very sweet Kitty waiting for you on your welcome home committee, momof4boys. My hugs to you and your entire family. xoxo
Originally Posted By JazzCat Please accept my heartfelt sympathy on the loss of your beloved pet. We have had a few of our pass on and it never gets easier. I'm so sorry.
Originally Posted By DyGDisney I am so sorry for you and your kids, I know it's very hard. We lost our kitty almost 2 years ago. She was 21 and I had her since I was 13. My kids and I (and my husband) were very devistated. When you and your family are ready, think about adopting an adult cat from the SPCA. My kids feel very good about the fact that we rescued the new member of our family after she had live in a cage for 4 months. Kittens are adopted within 2 weeks, but it takes adult cats much longer. It makes it easier to deal with the loss of our old kitty because we know that we "saved" our new one from that life.
Originally Posted By Liberty Belle I'm so very sorry to you and family for your loss, Momof4. I agree, knowing that it's probably coming doesn't make it any easier at all. I'm sorry to hear your sad news, but I'm glad that Kitty lived such a full and happy life with you.
