• Toni Noel posted a new activity comment 3 years, 1 month ago

    Kim, I am so sorry. It hasn’t been very long since you said goodbye to Bubbies and it is certainly undertsandable that you are still deeply grieving. I was relieved when I said goodbye to my darling, knowing it was best for her to have a peaceful passing, but the emptiness of my home and bed and everything was very hard for me, too. I made a mistake giving away her things too quickly, and found sleeping with a stuffed animal helped me a lot. (Others have found even holding a pillow helps). Brony is right – opening your home and heart to another does heal – it reminds us that while one life and love has departed, another is around for us to care for and about. But, YOU have to be ready for that and there is no set limit on when. For me, a friend’s mother had to go into a facility for awhile and I brought in her young kitty, Boots. He was full of life and energy (my goodness, the energy!) and truly healed my broken heart. I’ve since had to return Boots but will always be grateful for having him enter my sad world just ten days after I said goodbye to my Beauty Girl (You can read her memorial on our Memorials tab). So Kim, remember the many fun, funny, loving years you and Bubbies shared, and know Bubbies would want you to be happy for them. We’re here for you, and want to hear from you. {{HUGS}} Toni
    • Brony posted a new activity comment 3 years, 1 month ago

      When I lost my Lulu I was a crying mess for months. I adopted Lucy cause I was so lonely. She helped to mend my heart. Take your time. Something shall come along to help heal your heart.
      • Brony posted a new activity comment 3 years, 1 month ago

        And She hears you everytime. Your pain is felt. Big hugs to you…
        • Vicki posted an update 3 years, 1 month ago

          Peanut was a very special cat she was 13 years old when I had to put her down she had cancer and I miss her so much and so does her sister I tell her goodnight every night and good morning every morning
          • And She hears you everytime. Your pain is felt. Big hugs to you…
            • I am so sorry, Vicki. Last night, in our group meeting, we talked about the final act of kindness – granting our beloved pets a comfortable, peaceful passing. It is the most loving, selfless gift we can give them – relief and release from current and future suffering. Now, the painful process of moving forward without Peanuts. There is no getting around the pain and the tears, just let them flow. Little by little, think of happy memories. You can even write notes to Peanut recalling your happy times, and write FROM Peanut to you. Her sister is mourning alongside you, Vicki, and I hope you find comfort in each other. Let us know how you are both coming along. {{HUGS}} Toni
              • Thank you Toni Noel and Brony for your kind words I’m getting along just fine it’s getting easier but still find myself crying for her I love and miss her so much
                • You will always love Peanut – that doesn’t go away when they do. Over time, with time, I hope you find smiles before tears with her memories, until you are only filled with joy and gratitude for the time you shared. ❤️Toni
                • Kim posted a new activity comment 3 years, 1 month ago

                  Bubbies was an amazing cat. He was 18 when we had to send him to the rainbow bridge. To be honest I’m not handling his death all too well. It’s been 3 1/2 weeks and my heart aches for him. I can’t stop crying. There’s a big hole that only he could fill. My house feels empty.
                  • Toni Noel posted a new activity comment 3 years, 1 month ago

                    Maureen, our group meets tonight at 7 Eastern if you can join us. I was thinking that you could wear a mask to visit your shelter and that might help with your allergies. What do you think? Toni
                    • Toni Noel posted an update 3 years, 1 month ago

                      @kitrin22 Cathy, I am so sorry for your loss of Snoopy. Will you tell us about Snoopy and your lives together? May we see some pictures? Our group meeting is tonight at 7 Eastern if you would like to join us. We’re here for you.Toni

                    • Toni Noel posted an update 3 years, 1 month ago

                      @spitter80 Hi Kim, welcome to our caring community. Please tell us about Bubbies (is that correct?), and let us know how you are doing. Toni

                      • Bubbies was an amazing cat. He was 18 when we had to send him to the rainbow bridge. To be honest I’m not handling his death all too well. It’s been 3 1/2 weeks and my heart aches for him. I can’t stop crying. There’s a big hole that only he could fill. My house feels empty.
                        • When I lost my Lulu I was a crying mess for months. I adopted Lucy cause I was so lonely. She helped to mend my heart. Take your time. Something shall come along to help heal your heart.
                          • Kim, I am so sorry. It hasn’t been very long since you said goodbye to Bubbies and it is certainly undertsandable that you are still deeply grieving. I was relieved when I said goodbye to my darling, knowing it was best for her to have a peaceful passing, but the emptiness of my home and bed and everything was very hard for me, too. I made a mistake giving away her things too quickly, and found sleeping with a stuffed animal helped me a lot. (Others have found even holding a pillow helps). Brony is right – opening your home and heart to another does heal – it reminds us that while one life and love has departed, another is around for us to care for and about. But, YOU have to be ready for that and there is no set limit on when. For me, a friend’s mother had to go into a facility for awhile and I brought in her young kitty, Boots. He was full of life and energy (my goodness, the energy!) and truly healed my broken heart. I’ve since had to return Boots but will always be grateful for having him enter my sad world just ten days after I said goodbye to my Beauty Girl (You can read her memorial on our Memorials tab). So Kim, remember the many fun, funny, loving years you and Bubbies shared, and know Bubbies would want you to be happy for them. We’re here for you, and want to hear from you. {{HUGS}} Toni
                          • Maureen posted a new activity comment 3 years, 1 month ago

                            Hi Brony, I hope you’re right about that. That would be something I could look forward to. Hugs back to you too.
                            • Toni Noel posted an update 3 years, 1 month ago

                              @joannereynolds Hello Joanne. I am sorry for your loss of Arthur and hope you will tell us about your lives together, and show us some pictures of Arthur if you like. How are you holding up, Joanne? Toni

                            • Toni Noel posted a new activity comment 3 years, 1 month ago

                              Jessica, no. What happened? I am so very sorry. Please tell us about darling little Pepper. And Jessica, please join us this Thursday at 7PM Eastern for our group meeting. You can find links to all group meetings under “Events”. We’re here for you. 💔💔Toni
                              • Toni Noel posted a new activity comment 3 years, 1 month ago

                                Christine, I am so sory for your losses. Will you explain a bit more, please? And may we hear about each of them, see some photos? Toni
                                • Toni Noel posted a new activity comment 3 years, 1 month ago

                                  Linda, How hard it must be for you, and them, to not live together. Are they safe in thw woods? Do you know anyone who can take them in and you can still visit with them?
                                  • Jessica posted an update 3 years, 1 month ago

                                    We lost our Pepper baby on the 25th of Aug. She was only 6mths old.

                                    • Jessica, no. What happened? I am so very sorry. Please tell us about darling little Pepper. And Jessica, please join us this Thursday at 7PM Eastern for our group meeting. You can find links to all group meetings under “Events”. We’re here for you. 💔💔Toni
                                    • Christine posted an update 3 years, 1 month ago

                                      I’ve lost my 2 13 year old boys 1 1/2 apart. I miss thm so much.

                                      • Christine, I am so sory for your losses. Will you explain a bit more, please? And may we hear about each of them, see some photos? Toni
                                      • Linda posted an update 3 years, 1 month ago

                                        Nothing much. I miss my kitties. I can’t have them where I live. I go feed them every day at the woods. God bless them all.

                                        • Linda, How hard it must be for you, and them, to not live together. Are they safe in thw woods? Do you know anyone who can take them in and you can still visit with them?
                                        • Tami posted a new activity comment 3 years, 1 month ago

                                          What a beautiful poem. I’ll have to go look at the cards.
                                          • Tami posted a new activity comment 3 years, 1 month ago

                                            Thank you everyone
                                            • Cody posted a new activity comment 3 years, 1 month ago

                                              Thinking of you, Tami ❤️❤️❤️
                                              • Cody posted a new activity comment 3 years, 1 month ago

                                                What a handsome lil pup! Thanks for sharing, Sue!
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