Run Free my beautiful girl

[Lotti 10]

Thanks moon - the vet seemed very doubtful that she could be stabilised and she said even if the diabetes was controlled, there were other concerning things about her blood test and physical exam.

 

I asked the nurse (who does the stabilising) outright if she would put a cat of hers through it and she said no.

 

When I realised it would mean feeding her separately, not allowing her to eat Smitch's food, not allowing her to go out etc. as well as two full days of hourly blood tests at the vets I knew that wasn't a life I wanted for Smudge. It's not how I would want to have remembered her either.

 

I'm sad that I have to remember her being poorly (as she had been this last week) but at least the vet reassured me that she went before she really suffered.

[HelenaC 10]

So sorry, this was sent to me when I recently lost one of my dogs and two cats. The words are just lovely.

~~~~~~~~~~~~~~

 

To my dearest family,

some things I'd like to say.

But first of all, to let you know,

that I arrived okay.

 

I'm writing this from the Bridge.

Here I dwell with God above.

Here there's no more tears of sadness.

Here is just eternal love.

 

Please do not be unhappy

just because I'm out of sight.

Remember that I am with you

every morning, noon and night.

 

That day I had to leave you

when my life on earth was through,

God picked me up and hugged me

and He said, "I welcome you.

 

It's good to have you back again,

you were missed while you were gone.

As for your dearest family,

They'll be here later on."

 

God gave me a list of things,

that he wished for me to do.

And foremost on the list,

was to watch and care for you.

 

And when you lie in bed at night

the day's chores put to flight,

God and I are closest to you...

in the middle of the night.

 

When you think of my life on earth,

and all those loving years,

because you are only human,

they are bound to bring you tears.

 

But do not be afraid to cry,

it does relieve the pain.

Remember there would be no flowers,

unless there was some rain.

 

I wish that I could tell you

all that God has planned.

If I were to tell you,

you wouldn't understand.

 

But one thing is for certain,

though my life on earth is o'er.

I'm closer to you now,

than I ever was before.

 

There are rocky roads ahead of you

and many hills to climb;

But together we can do it

by taking one day at a time.

 

It was always my philosophy

and I'd like it for you too;

That as you give unto the world,

the world will give to you.

 

If you can help somebody

who's in sorrow and pain;

Then you can say to God at night

"My day was not in vain."

 

And now I am contented...

that my life was worthwhile.

Knowing as I passed along

I made somebody smile.

 

God says: "If you meet somebody

who is sad and feeling low;

Just lend a hand to pick him up,

as on your way you go."

 

When you're walking down the street

with me on your mind;

I'm walking in your footsteps

only half a step behind.

 

And when it's time for you to go...

from that body to be free.

Remember you're not going...

you're coming here to me.

 

 

 

 

author unknown.

[helenasq 10]

So sorry, this was sent to me when I recently lost one of my dogs and two cats. The words are just lovely.

~~~~~~~~~~~~~~

 

To my dearest family,

some things I'd like to say.

But first of all, to let you know,

that I arrived okay.

 

I'm writing this from the Bridge.

Here I dwell with God above.

Here there's no more tears of sadness.

Here is just eternal love.

 

Please do not be unhappy

just because I'm out of sight.

Remember that I am with you

every morning, noon and night.

 

That day I had to leave you

when my life on earth was through,

God picked me up and hugged me

and He said, "I welcome you.

 

It's good to have you back again,

you were missed while you were gone.

As for your dearest family,

They'll be here later on."

 

God gave me a list of things,

that he wished for me to do.

And foremost on the list,

was to watch and care for you.

 

And when you lie in bed at night

the day's chores put to flight,

God and I are closest to you...

in the middle of the night.

 

When you think of my life on earth,

and all those loving years,

because you are only human,

they are bound to bring you tears.

 

But do not be afraid to cry,

it does relieve the pain.

Remember there would be no flowers,

unless there was some rain.

 

I wish that I could tell you

all that God has planned.

If I were to tell you,

you wouldn't understand.

 

But one thing is for certain,

though my life on earth is o'er.

I'm closer to you now,

than I ever was before.

 

There are rocky roads ahead of you

and many hills to climb;

But together we can do it

by taking one day at a time.

 

It was always my philosophy

and I'd like it for you too;

That as you give unto the world,

the world will give to you.

 

If you can help somebody

who's in sorrow and pain;

Then you can say to God at night

"My day was not in vain."

 

And now I am contented...

that my life was worthwhile.

Knowing as I passed along

I made somebody smile.

 

God says: "If you meet somebody

who is sad and feeling low;

Just lend a hand to pick him up,

as on your way you go."

 

When you're walking down the street

with me on your mind;

I'm walking in your footsteps

only half a step behind.

 

And when it's time for you to go...

from that body to be free.

Remember you're not going...

you're coming here to me.

 

 

 

 

author unknown.

 

Ah, that's so beautiful

[Dozy 11]

Thanks moon - the vet seemed very doubtful that she could be stabilised and she said even if the diabetes was controlled, there were other concerning things about her blood test and physical exam.

 

I asked the nurse (who does the stabilising) outright if she would put a cat of hers through it and she said no.

 

When I realised it would mean feeding her separately, not allowing her to eat Smitch's food, not allowing her to go out etc. as well as two full days of hourly blood tests at the vets I knew that wasn't a life I wanted for Smudge. It's not how I would want to have remembered her either.

 

I'm sad that I have to remember her being poorly (as she had been this last week) but at least the vet reassured me that she went before she really suffered.

 

I'm so sorry to hear about Smudge - especially after the apparent good news about her in your other thread.

 

You're so right - quality of life matters more than quantity, and it was brave of you to be able to make the right decision for her - not you. She wouldn't have been happy living like that, and you knew her well enough to realise that was the case and the kindest thing to do was to let her go.

 

It's never easy, no matter how many pets you've had, to come to terms with having them put down, even when you know it was the right thing to do, so try and be kind to yourself and take care.

Edited February 10, 2009 by Dozy

[Meter Man 15]

im so sorry Lotti,but you made the right decision,you gave her the last act off love you could give. run free & sleep amougst friends little one

[loopylass 10]

Aww Lotti I am so sad to hear about your little Smudgey. You like me with Yoda did the right thing by her. I am sure she is having a whale of a time with other the other furries at the bridge and is looking down at her mummy saying " I love you and will never forget you mummy " xxx

[wwcrazy 10]

Im so sorry to hear your news.

 

I cry every time I read a post like this.

 

Run free kitty

 

xx

[haddockman 10]

I'm sorry to hear about this.

 

We know exactly what you're going through at the moment

[Lotti 10]

Thanks all.

 

I'm not coping so well today, had to do the filming for Friends for Life (which was rubbish lol) and it totally exhausted me so now I'm just crying at the drop of a hat. I keep looking out at where she's buried and wishing she was inside in the warm.

 

I'm quite surprised that Smitch is so badly affected to, she keeps going to the last places Smudge was and digging and scratching.

 

Thanks all - I really appreciate the kind words. HelenaC I haven't been able to bring myself to read the poem just yet, but I will in time - thanks.

[Moonbird 10]

Thanks all.

 

I'm not coping so well today, had to do the filming for Friends for Life (which was rubbish lol) and it totally exhausted me so now I'm just crying at the drop of a hat. I keep looking out at where she's buried and wishing she was inside in the warm.

 

I'm quite surprised that Smitch is so badly affected to, she keeps going to the last places Smudge was and digging and scratching.

 

Thanks all - I really appreciate the kind words. HelenaC I haven't been able to bring myself to read the poem just yet, but I will in time - thanks.

 

That is really heartbreaking isn't it? I have had that when mine have died too and it really hurts, Smitch is bound to miss her friend of many years and cats are funny, they don't seem to interact but really they do.

 

Just give her lots of extra love and cuddles and let her sleep with you, she will soon come round....sorry to hear that your having such a bad day

[spottie2101 10]

Such little things that leave such a big impact on your heart!!!!!

 

Big hugs to you Lottie xxxx

[holidayhutch 10]

My heart goes out to you Lotti, and without a doubt I feel you did the right and kindest thing.

 

We are employed to look after a house of 5 cats, 3 of which are diabetic, the worry last week with the snow to get there on time so their mid-day injections weren't late was not something I'd recommend on a daily basis. Also finding a diabetic cat in a hypo is not nice for you or the cat and I truly beleive you have prevented suffering and distress for Smudge in the future.