To Shadow's point, I think it's more about losing the profile pages. I never took down the one I had for Pookie's sister, because it was a way I could still have her with me. Losing that is like losing her all over again.
I printed the profiles for Pookie and his sister, so I at least have something.
I just posted a comment to the announcement about Catster shutting down the communities, and directing folks here. I may also post something in the forums as well. My comment:
Hi All,
I haven’t posted here in a long time, though I’d kept meaning to. Now that Catster is going away, I want to take this opportunity to thank everyone here for their advice and support when I first joined. I’d gone through years of struggle trying to understand why my cats had so many digestive problems, and after I learned about raw feeding, I tried to find a raw forum where I’d feel comfortable asking questions. I discovered Catster, and for the first time, I didn’t feel alone. You’ll never know how much that meant to me, that I could come here and ask questions and FINALLY get some answers.
I also want to thank those of you who’ve sent Zealies and gifts to Pookie and his sister, Bonnie. Thank you so much for your kindness and thoughtfulness. I truly appreciate it.
If you want to find another community of dog and cat lovers who are very focused on species-appropriate nutrition and care, or just people who love their furkids, please feel free to visit or join me at Parenting Furkids
http://parenting-furkids.com/i.... You may recognize some of us from Catster. The folks there are very friendly and helpful, membership is free, and we'd love to have you!
Whether you join me there or not, I wish you all the best. And thanks again, for everything.
Hugs and purrs,
Pookie and Bonnie's Mom