My Beloved Missy

[slick]

Heather: Missy is a beautiful girl and I know you must miss her very much, but please don't beat yourself up about what happened. I can't imagine how much you must be hurting and I wish there was something I could say to ease your pain. I'm so glad you joined Pet Talk because you will find it to be a great source of strength when you need it.

Take comfort in knowing that Missy waits for you and is watching over you every day until you meet again.

Hugs to you Heather.

[lynnestankard]

{{{Hugs}}} Heather and Welcome (however sad is it) to Pet Talk.

Dear Missy will never leave your heart and soon the memories may spark a smile and very soon a giggle.

She's waiting at the Bridge for her dear Meowmie to arrive - but meantime having so much fun playing with all the other much loved furries.

My tears fall as I type this. RIP dear Missy.

Lynne

[mnmmichael]

I am sorry this happened to you. She looks to be a very kind cat. I have one reccomendation, though. I don't mean to rush you through the process, but if you feel ready, get a new cat. Your cat probably has other friends up in heaven, and through the kind years you treated it, it wants you to be happy, too.

8 is a young dying age. It probably happened because god missed her so much, that he wanted to be re-united with her .

By the way, welcome to pet talk.

[Logan]

Heather, I missed your initial post, and for that, I sincerely, apologize. Your Missy was obviously much loved and we completely understand your grief. I'm glad that in the last couple of weeks that you have begun that tough healing process. I hope you will keep your wonderful memories alive.

Rest in peace, Missy.

[AmberLee]

So sorry for your loss. Missy was very beautiful.

I believe she is happy and enjoying frolicking at the Rainbow Bridge.

Don't beat yourself up... accidents happen.

[rosethecopycat]

Heather,

Condolences for your loss.

Please don't let guilt consume you, because it will, if it can.

Think about the happy times with Missy.

May the sting of your pain, subside and you find the peace of knowing her love.

Godspeed to the bridge, Missy

Rose

[Heather JC]

All your very caring messages have meant so much to me, thank you. It is now just over 5 weeks and there are those who think I need a new little companion to help with the healing process. I know in my heart I am not ready. But I allowed my self to think perhaps they were right when I saw a photo of an orange tabby for adoption in the newspaper. It said Jack was lovable and loved life, and even though he hadn't had a happy life, he was optimistic. I began to think perhaps we needed each other. I visited the animal shelter on Mon., met Jack and he was indeed a handsome fellow and friendly enough, but there was no chemistry between us. I held several cats in my arms -- I was looking for a sign, and didn't find one -- some reached their paw out of the cage toward me, which broke my heart. It was just too painful and I broke down and had to leave.
I was reminded of the day I went to choose a kitten almost 8 years ago. I was referred by a friend to someone who had 3 to give away to good homes. The girl had brought them from the country to her apt. and I arranged to meet her there to see the kittens. When we arrived, the 3 kittens (2 female and 1 male) were sitting on a sofa watching TV. They were not huddled together for company or comfort, but rather seemed to prefer their own space. The male (all white) sat on the far arm of the sofa, one of his sisters sat in the middle of the sofa, and the other sister sat on the arm nearest where I stood. When I approached the sofa, the male immediately got up (as any good gentleman would do) but proceeded to turn his back on me and sat down again with his back to me. The female in the centre jumped up and ran and hid under a chair. But the other little one nearest me took one look at me, lowered her head and looked at me sideways and rolled over on her back, in an endearing way, exposing her beautiful white furry tummy for me to tickle. The girl said she had never seen her do this before. I spoke to the kitten as I stroked her tummy and asked her if she would like to come and live with me and she went into contortions of delight. I had gone that day to choose a kitten, but I left that day being the one chosen. She had chosen me. I returned the following day to take her home, and as I look back at my calendar for that date, August 7, 1996-- the entry merely reads "Missy came".
Little did I know what her coming would mean to my life. And of course now, I will wait to be chosen again.
Missy's Mom

[Tubby & Peanut's Mom]

What a beautiful story, Heather. I'm sure the day will come when you will be chosen again, and then you will be able to open your heart to a new kitty who will not replace Missy, but will be a new companian and friend to you.

[lynnestankard]

Oh Heather such a sweet story on how your beloved Missy came into your life and home.

You'll know when the times right for you to invite another furry into your house. When we lost our Siamese called Kisi - I was adamant that I would never have another cat - I couldn't go through all the pain again etc etc etc. Then 10 months later two of the sweetest babies came into our life followed 4 weeks later by the third one!! Go with your gut reaction and don't rush.
You have lots of mourning to do over sweet Missy - your five weeks down the road and doing well - it will get better - promise.
{{Hugs}} across the miles.

Lynne

[Kirsten]

OMG Heather, this is tragic!!! I'm sorry you have lost your Missy that way! Poor baby!! She looks so cute in the pictures!

I know the grieving process is long and sad, but it will get better. Missy wouldn't want you to grieve forever.

And I'm sure you WILL BE chosen again some day - when the time is right!

(((HUGS)))
R.I.P. Missy!

Kirsten