Thursday, October 27, 2011

S T T L


Do not go gentle into that good night,
Old age should burn and rave at close of day;
Rage, rage against the dying of the light.
Since Kylie Cat first got sick last December, she was a real fighter.
We finally had to put Kylie Cat down, and we were heartbroken. It was the kind thing to do, as she had become pretty miserable, and we had foreseen it, but it's a gut-wrenching experience nonetheless. She will be missed.  Every time I come home, I expect to see two sweet kitty faces at the door, happy to see me, and it's a very difficult adjustment to see just one. Such a funny little cat, full of personality.
sit tibi terra levis
may the earth rest lightly upon you

32 comments:

Micki said...

Oh, I'm so sorry! It's hard to say goodbye to such special friends.

barefootrooster said...

So sorry, Jodi. Thinking of you guys this week.

Samantha said...

Jodi, I'm so sorry about Kylie. Best wishes to you.

Knit-2-Together said...

So sorry to hear about your loss. They are such great friends and it's hard not to see their familar faces of comfort every day. I'm sure she would say what a wonderful life she had with you.

Chris said...

*BIG HUG*
So sorry to hear about Kylie Cat. :(

weriem said...

Poor cat, sorry for you Jodi :'(

Hilary said...

Oh, no. :( I'm so very sorry for your loss. We lost our sweet Stewart in May -- I agree that making the decision to put a loved kitty to sleep is gut-wrenching, even when they're very sick. I know that no living thing can live forever, but it just feels like such innocent little creatures don't deserve death! Maybe Stewart and Kylie are playing together now, in a giant room in the sky full of laps and yarn.

I'll be thinking of you and hoping the little kitty-sized hole in your heart is healed soon.

Anonymous said...

I'm so sorry, Jodi. Losing a friend is so hard, even when you're prepared. I hope she meets friends along her way.

Shan said...

Oh, I'm sorry about your lovely kitty.
:(

It's hard to lose the spirit of the house...it's shocking how empty it is without them.

Anonymous said...

That's sad. What a wonderful life she had with her human family. I hope all those memories bright light to your heart as the days go by.
Peace~
Dawn

BCGramma said...

I'm so sorry for your loss. Much loved pets are truly a part of our families.

Nutmeg said...

Jodi,I'm so sorry to hear about Kylie. I know how hard this has been for you. I'm thinking of you.

kim said...

Oh, Jodi, I'm so sorry. It's so heartbreaking to lose a beloved family member. Your post was so loving; I'm sure she enjoyed a wonderful life with you. Hugs...

Joan said...

So sorry for your loss, Jodi

Katie M. said...

Oh, Jodi, I'm so sorry. Thinking of you and sending hugs your direction.

Rebekka Seale said...

This is the first time I've ever been to your blog, and my eyes are full of tears for you :( I love my two cats so much...I understand. They are such dear, sweet friends.

Mia said...

Hugs!!!

Anonymous said...

Jodi, I just found your blog for the first time and your Kylie reminded me so much of our dear beloved Miss Tibby, who we had to say goodbye to last year. Oh, my heart aches for you; it is such a painful loss. I am also left with one cat now, who seems lost as well. We try to honor her spirit every day and please accept all the wishes I am sending your way for comfort in Kylie's loving memories.

Lisa
Lake O., Oregon

Amy said...

I am so sorry, Jodi. Losing a pet is never easy.

Jodi said...

Oh Jodi, I'm so very sorry for your loss. I'm glad I had the chance to meet the adorable Kylie. Think of you.

Rachael said...

I'm so sorry. It's always hard, even when you know you're doing the best thing for them.

peaknits said...

I am so sorry, Jodi. I know Kylie was a special kind of kitty! I still look for my Earnest often, though he will be gone 5 months on Tuesday - we are better to have known them:) Take care!

Rue said...

So sorry to hear about Kylie! I'm giving Nayyir extra cuddles in her honor.

Andi said...

Oh, that is just heartbreaking. I am so sorry for the loss of your Kylie cat.

Monica said...

sorry about your loss! time heals. hang in there.

Sharon said...

I'm really sorry Jodi. It's the hard part about loving our animals. I still miss Carson Kitty. You will always miss Kylie. She's part of the fabric of who you are.

Rachael said...

I'm so sorry for your loss, Jodi. My heart goes out to both of you and to your other kitty.

May her memories always bring you joy.

elizabeth said...

I'm so sorry Jodi!

nicole said...

Oh, dear, I am SO sorry (and sorry it took me so long to comment. I've been away from the internet lately).

My sincere condolences to you. She was such a sweetie, and I always enjoyed seeing her here. She will be missed.

xoxo

Harriet said...

Oh, aww, I'm so sorry for your loss...

Suzanne Cooley said...

I lost my HoneyBunny 13 months ago. I totally understand. I am so sorry for your loss.

Carrie#K said...

I love that poem and it's fitting. I'm so very sorry.