sssurfer Posted July 30, 2008 Report Share Posted July 30, 2008 After a ten months daily fight against what could not be avoided, today I had to surrender and let my little friend go. Persisting obstinately to keep him here would have made him suffer. He is not the first one to leave, still he had been the first one to come, the one who uncorked the plenty we put up after. It was a cold december on the street and he asked to get took up in my arms. We have no children and these tiny, furry, fuzzy beings are those that we are able to love. Along the twelve years that followed, he proved a delightful cat and a faithful friend, almost dog-like but for his discretion and self-restraint. Just looking at him, or telling his name, was enough to make him purr. He loved me more than I love myself. He never damaged one single bit of our furnishing and home -- you cat lovers know what I mean. I now see that my poor English is completely inadequate to tell my feelings. How can I say? All cats, all pets, are special. He was very special to me. Addio Miciomacio, amico mio, I hope I am wrong and there is a place where you just rejoined that other kitty you liked so much, and you together are now running and playing and purring each other, and you know how much we loved both you too. We'll never forget you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
piratedzeus Posted July 30, 2008 Report Share Posted July 30, 2008 I am very sorry for your loss and totally understand that this cat was very important. Sincere condolences. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
geo1nah2a Posted July 30, 2008 Report Share Posted July 30, 2008 Pets get so deep in our hearts and life that losing one is a very sad thing. You and your better half have my condolences. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest farquar Posted July 30, 2008 Report Share Posted July 30, 2008 All cats, all pets, are special. He was very special to me. So true..I have 2, love all animals but Ive always been partial to cats..Deepest condolences. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rodwc Posted July 30, 2008 Report Share Posted July 30, 2008 cat lovers know what I mean. I now see that my poor English is completely inadequate to tell my feelings. How can I say? All cats, all pets, are special. He was very special to me. [ Please do not ever say your English is poor. I have spoken with you by PM,......... never found one mistake. The message here comes through loud, clear and understandable by anyone. Very sorry to hear of your loss. Time is a great healer, ..............to love, and be loved , nothing more can anyone want. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cornerstone Posted July 30, 2008 Report Share Posted July 30, 2008 Sorry to hear that - I feel for you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pugwash Posted July 30, 2008 Report Share Posted July 30, 2008 You have my condolences. Cats are matter. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
offshore Posted July 30, 2008 Report Share Posted July 30, 2008 ss, I feel your pain. As a dog lover, who some time back lost his faithful mate after 17 years, I know just how you feel right now. Take some positives from the fact, that he is now in a better place, and won't have to experience the pain of a slow departure. You are a wonderful person to feel this to the point of sharing, and I'm sure your wonderful mate would also understand this. Grieve, but remember the good times. Offshore Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stephane Posted July 30, 2008 Report Share Posted July 30, 2008 M. Sincere condolences. Feel better soon. Warm regards, Stephane Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lazarini Posted July 30, 2008 Report Share Posted July 30, 2008 Sorry to hear that hang in there kind regards Laz Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StormTooper4 Posted July 30, 2008 Report Share Posted July 30, 2008 Thanks for sharing SSS, Losing anyone is never easy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Flashman Posted July 30, 2008 Report Share Posted July 30, 2008 Very sorry to hear the news, our pets can be some of our closest and most loyal friends. It is always a great loss when they pass on. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slai Posted July 30, 2008 Report Share Posted July 30, 2008 I'm so sorry for your loss. Goodbye kitty. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dluddy Posted July 30, 2008 Report Share Posted July 30, 2008 Sorry to hear that M. Have 2 cats myself. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
relaxman Posted July 30, 2008 Report Share Posted July 30, 2008 Truly sorry for your loss. My kittty "Phyllis" is now 14 and I dread the day she passes. G Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sssurfer Posted July 30, 2008 Author Report Share Posted July 30, 2008 Thanks fellows (by wifey too), your kind words are a sooth indeed. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dadog13 Posted July 30, 2008 Report Share Posted July 30, 2008 M, sorry to hear that...I had cats all my life, lost a couple of them after having them for 10+ years...I've never cried like the times they left me...they are wonderful creatures! get well soon! Regards, V Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chubbchubb Posted July 30, 2008 Report Share Posted July 30, 2008 Allways hard to loose a friend - furry or not - my condolences... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
V Posted July 30, 2008 Report Share Posted July 30, 2008 Sorry for your loss my friend... i know how much of a 'family' a pet can be so i feel your pain. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RWG Technical Posted July 30, 2008 Report Share Posted July 30, 2008 I am so sorry for your loss my friend. RG Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TwoTone Posted July 30, 2008 Report Share Posted July 30, 2008 Thanks for sharing your loss with us M... I really think it's cool that folks feel close enough to this community to bring stuff like this here... As I've always said - Our common ground is Watches, but our home is sooo much more... Time will heal, but you'll never forget... Our animals are part of the family... Warm regards, TT Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rek001 Posted July 30, 2008 Report Share Posted July 30, 2008 Ssurfer, I am very sorry for your loss, pets have a unique place in our lives. I have a 17 year old cat named Lucy, quite the personality, I know what you must be going through. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
trailboss99 Posted July 30, 2008 Report Share Posted July 30, 2008 Mate, I'mm not a cat person but feel for your loss. A few years ago I lost my mate of near nineteen years "Number Two"(he was a sh*t of a puppy). I gave him the same type of send off over at the atomicmpc forum and understand what you'r going thru. As long as the pics stay up at PB he will live on here. Puting down a beloved pet is one of the hardest decisions we can make in life. In Two's case it was one tick too many. That damn dog cost me thousands in vet bills over the years and he was worth every last cent. Your english is more than good enough to convey your feelings and we feel for you. The Ad-Dressing Of Cats T. S. Eliot You Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
By-Tor Posted July 30, 2008 Report Share Posted July 30, 2008 My parents had two Irish setters, and the other one was 16 when he finally passed away. It was very tough moment, as I grew up with them. My condolences too. Pets are nothing less than family members. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tenacious_b Posted July 30, 2008 Report Share Posted July 30, 2008 I don't even like cats, and that made me cry at my desk at work. Damn sorry to hear it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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