Pookie's mom, thank you so much. I appreciate all of your kind words. I guess I have to come to terms with the fact that no matter what we do, these beings just don't have the life span we do. Maybe I could have had a little more time?? Maybe if I had done everything perfect even a couple years? But there was a lot his body was dealing with from the last six years. I probably made some mistakes, but I tried to do a lot and life is imperfect. Thank you for saying that about his eyes; I did love his eyes and the way he looked at me.
Like many people, I only learned about feline health and nutrition after his first health crisis when he became diabetic in 2006. That little boy is what made me so passionate about feline health.
Yes, Lola's mom, it is a sloooow process. It's just so hard having them with you for so many years and caring for them intensely and then they are just gone....Yes, if only our furkids could be with us for much longer. Maybe they can to some extent, maybe we can improve some things and extend their lives, but we will always have to face these losses...and it's never really enough time. But I had 18 wonderful years with the most amazing cat. I have to be grateful for that.
Nadia has been a great comfort. She was a bit disoriented and has had her sad moments. She is a sensitive kitty and has been very affectionate and it seems to have increased. I've been looking to find the next fur being. It's weird because both Gumpy and Nadia found me (as strays) and now it's weird to have to go and try to 'pick out' a cat...I'll just take it as it comes and see what feels right.
Thank you both again so much for caring and for your understanding.
Lola's mom, I'm so sorry about Leonard. I got your pawmail and I'll pmail you back once I figure out how to.