Cats ...

[julchen11]

Sometimes it seems life isn't fair ... 
Not to me... but to my cats ... 

I told you about my little cat Ellie, this wonderful little lady didn't make it. She died in my arms last Monday night at 4.30 a.m. The vet told me it was a kind of cancer and because she was so small and young she had no chance. 
This hit me hard, I couldn't talk about it for days. 

Saturday night my oldest cat, Tom, didn't eat anymore. He slept the day away. 
I've lost 12 cats the last 2 years and I felt at once "he wants to go". 
Yesterday afternoon - he was sleeping on my bed - he cried for me, I know this sound too well *sigh* - I took him in my arms the last time and he died, too. 

I know - that's life, it belongs to life. But sometimes it's hard to bear. 
Friends in real life don't understand it - don't be sad, it's ONLY a cat. That's true, but they have been MY cats - they are like family members for me. OK, no discussion with friends or family in real life. 
 
My others cats - there are only 6 left - are very careful and simply wonderful. They don't leave me alone for a single minute ... 

I didn't know if I should post this ...
 I'm glad to know you all, you are listening and that's an encouraging thought. 

Thank you, my friends. 

Love, Julchen

 

Comments

[aquila0212.livejournal.com]

Oh, I'm so sorry, luv ♥ But you know, our pets ARE our family, and if people don't understand, I feel sorry for them.

[albino-hedgehog.livejournal.com]

Aw I'm sorry :( *offers hugs*

[shirebound]

I'm so very glad you shared this with us, Julchen. Our beloved pets are family, and live in our hearts forever.

*snuggles you close and holds you very tight*

[aprilkat.livejournal.com]

Love is love, no matter the subject. And the death of a loved pet is a big loss, and that's the truth.

*hugs you*

[melanieathene.livejournal.com]

Oh, Julchen... *hugs you tight* I'm so sorry, sweetie.

[mews1945.livejournal.com]

Oh, darling, I'm sorry. They are not "only" cats. They are our companions and our friends, and dear to us. *wraps you up in hugs*

[the-mad-hobbit.livejournal.com]

Two years ago, we had our feline friend of 21 years put out of her pain, so I understand your feelings. When they are ours, they are never just anything.

I'm sorry for your loss.

Hugs,
Rach

[addie71.livejournal.com]

I am so sorry to hear this, Julchen. Pets are a part of the family and it is sad that your RL friend don't understand.

*BIG HUGS*

[slipperieslope.livejournal.com]

Oh sweetheart, beautiful little Ellie and dear Tom both? Oh, I am so very sorry for your losses, two of your dear companions. That is just too, too hard. But they had you dear heart, they had you to love them. You were their world and while they were here they had you and that was a wonderful gift for them.

((Ellie&Tom))

[harukameko.livejournal.com]

We totally understand the connection between pets and humans. I had a very close connection to my beloved dog Toto. Those people who can say, 'It's only a cat' simply are not pet people or they have never made a connection with their pets. Our cats are our children and the loss of any pet is like losing a family member. *hugs you tight*

[claudia603.livejournal.com]

I'm so sorry, sweetheart. What a lovely little angel you had for a short time. ♥

[ex-lbilover.livejournal.com]

Oh Julchen, I'm so very sorry! Two losses so close together. ((((hugs)))) And they weren't ONLY cats, they were a part of your family. I'm glad you have the other six to comfort you.

[notabluemaia.livejournal.com]

Oh, sweet Julchen, that's so hard. Our animals truly are family, no doubt about it in our household - and it is always hard to say goodbye. I'm sending gentle hugs for you and extra cuddles for your kitties. Peace, dear.

[sayhello.livejournal.com]

Oh, Julchen, I'm so sorry for your losses. At least you were able to be there for them in the end.

Of course it's hard to bear. I'm sorry your RL friends don't understand. There's no such thing as "only cats".

*hugs a bunch*
Hewene

[http://users.livejournal.com/_celebrian/]

I am so sorry for your losses. *hugs*

[grey-wonderer.livejournal.com]

I am so sorry about the loss of your darlings. I am very attached to all of mine and have lost pets in the past and it just breaks my heart every single time. Anyone who doesn't understand has something missing in them. Take care and don't let anyone upset you further. They were important parts of your life and you have every right to mourn them. (((((HUGS)))))

[sue-denimme.livejournal.com]

Let me add my condolences to those of others who have commented. I know all too well how it feels to have to let a loved animal go. Currently my 16-year-old cat Zoe is holding her own due to meds and fluids, but sooner or later my husband and I will face that moment again. (And five more times in the years to come, as our other cats reach that point as well.)

Pity those who don't understand, for obviously they have never known the joys and the unconditional love that a cat or any pet can give.

[belleferret.livejournal.com]

Oh my dearest Julchen. My heart goes out to you. I truly do understand your grief.

*snuggles warmly with you and your beloved cats*

[i-o-r-h-a-e-l.livejournal.com]

*chokes*

Oh, Juls, I cry for you. *shivers* I love my cats and I know how it feels...

T_T

*HUGS*

[annwyn55.livejournal.com]

It's only when you have a pet that you truly understand how devastating losing one can be. I didn't understand myself until we got Mya - now my heart aches every time someone on my f-list is bereaved.

{{{hugs}}}

[catw.livejournal.com]

Julchen, I'm so sorry to read about your cats. I never will understand those people who say "it's only a cat". They are much more than only a cat.
+hugs*

[keye.livejournal.com]

I'm so sorry, sweetie. I lost two of mine in just the last few months and I understand completely how it feels. I'm sure your dear ones were loved and given the best life possible, and that's something to feel good for. *big warm hugs for you*

[yeuxdebleu.livejournal.com]

How absolutely heartbreaking. I'm so sorry to hear about Ellie and Tom...and losing Tom so soon after Ellie must have been devastating. Also, losing 12 cats in two years is very hard to accept. I've had cats all my life and losing one never gets any easier.

My cats have always been treasured members of my family and the loss of one is very painful. I think I'll give mine an extra hug tonight.

And big hugs to you, too.

[trust-n0-1.livejournal.com]

Poor Ellie, poor Tom! Oh, I'm so sad for you.
I've got some cat problems as well at the moment so I totally relate.
*hugs you tight*

[bellewood.livejournal.com]

Oh my dear..why didn't you tell me!! You must be feeling so sad! I'm so sorry! To lose another so soon must be really hard to bear. But we're ALL here for you sweetheart..you know that don't you? Take care xxx