ok… normally I don’t post.but… I had to say something becasue I am sad and can’t sleep…
I had to put my cat down yesterday. Her real name was Rascal, but I’ve called her Mama for the last 16 or so years. She would of turned 19 next month. I’ve had her since she was 2 months old.
That’s all… Just sad, can’t sleep and I wish she was here to cuddle with me.
I’m really sorry to hear about Mama. I’m sure you did what was right for her, and she is in a better place now. Good luck with moving on. I’m sure there are a lot of good memories you can dwell upon - and there are plenty of new kittens out there 19 years is pretty amazing
Hang in there. I’ve got 2 real old ones now (pushing 18 years) and the history of my life is measured by cats. These two cats “knew” their predecessors (who lasted 18 years) and so my life is measured by connectivity to cats. I’m dreading the next year or so as I will undoubtedly end up short a cat or two; but on the flip side, when one “moves on” there is always another one waiting in the wings (or more accurately, out there somewhere) that will wander in, check us out, approve, and then will move in for a comfortable 18 years.
While a “new” cat will never be a replacement, there are lots of unwanted animals out there in this economic environment. I feel for you yet you must remind yourself that she did have a great 19 years with you. Cats are awesome and I love mine, but told myself that when the day comes I will open up the door for another one. Not a replacement but one that will enjoy a great life.
Well Pete (husband) and I have always wanted a dog aswell. So tonight we bought a dog. A litttle 8 week old BOston Terrier. I hope to have many, many years with this new pet. My cat will always be in my heart, but man, this empty house is the worst.