Comments on: A Tearful Goodbye & Heartbreaking Weekend at the Ceramic Canvas

By: michelle

michelle — Sat, 02 Jan 2010 02:20:15 +0000

I’m very sorry for you. I understand how you feel. Best regards.
Michelle

By: Lindsey

Lindsey — Tue, 08 Dec 2009 06:47:30 +0000

I’m so sorry for your loss. In September I lost the dog that I grew up with and it is a shattering blow. The memories are fond as I’m sure they are for you. Your cat looked identical to my cat so this certainly tugged at my heart.

Condolences,

Lindsey

By: Patty

Patty — Tue, 08 Dec 2009 04:25:42 +0000

I frequent your blog, and have been a first time cat owner for almost a year. Your kitty Lapka looks just like my kitty Runty, so I knew I had to read your post. It literally brought me to tears having to imagine what you have been going through. I haven’t even had Runty for a year yet, and the thought of losing her is heartbreaking. My sincere condolences.

By: Katie

Katie — Thu, 03 Dec 2009 17:16:36 +0000

My heart breaks for your loss–I know it’s so difficult to lose a beloved pet. When my kitty passed away after she’d been my constant companion for 18 years (my entire childhood!) it was a tough road. This was 6 years ago, and I still miss her pretty, sweet self. But the ache eventually faded into a tiny pang that really only appears when I see another all-white cat that reminds me of her. Here’s hoping the same will be true for you soon.
All sorts of strength and hugs your way–
katie

By: Kate

Kate — Wed, 02 Dec 2009 17:48:46 +0000

As soon as I saw the cat photo, I thought to myself “I shouldn’t read this. I have a 16-year old cat that was diagnosed with cancer two months ago.”

But I did.

Although my big boy is vital and healthy today, for what reason remains unknown, I do know in my heart that one day I will have to make the same decision you did. I know I will hold him on my shoulder too, as he breathes his last breath.

I’ve had my guy since he was 4 months old. He’s been around longer than my own child. He has helped me through some very dark times, and the thought of one day waking up without his customary chirpy greeting pulls my heart into a million shards. I so feel your pain. It’s the ache we invite in when we give our hearts to these creatures, these angels with fur. Be blessed that she shared your life, and that you grew to know the love of a cat. It is a special and magical thing.

By: Ciaochowlinda

Ciaochowlinda — Wed, 02 Dec 2009 02:53:01 +0000

Oh dear. I am so sorry to hear about Lapka. What a joy it was to have her in your life as long as you did. I hope the memories and photos will give you some comfort in the months and years to come. I have a 17 year-old cat too who is just starting to exhibit kidney problems and I fear we may be in for a similar fate shortly.

By: stacy

stacy — Sun, 29 Nov 2009 20:33:26 +0000

I am very sorry for your loss. I lost my beloved cat last week and its amazing how much joy they add to life.

By: Reginald

Reginald — Fri, 27 Nov 2009 16:37:50 +0000

EVERYONE: Thank you so much. Your generous and kind sentiments have really help lift my spirits.

By: Phyllis

Phyllis — Wed, 25 Nov 2009 03:28:37 +0000

Sorry to learn of your loss, Reginald. I, too, have an old cat. He’s 13 and hanging in there. His name is Shine (pronounced ‘shee nay, a Tibetan name. He’s a Buddhist.) My daughter named him and found him in the wilds of Colorado and rescued him from being eaten by a coyote.

You have my sympathy.

By: Somebody's Mom

Somebody's Mom — Wed, 25 Nov 2009 00:26:44 +0000

Reginald,
The loss of a pet, is as painful as the loss of a friend. I have cats too.
I have lost many of my furry friends over these years and I know how you feel.
Remember you gave your cat a great life and for that she loved you in return.
Not all animals are as lucky as she was to have found you.
May that thought comfort you now.