Sweet Little Chan Passed Away Last Friday..... Options

[JanEeee]

My darling kitten moved on to another experience early last Friday. She was such a sparkling personality, embracing life and so full of joy, it seems impossible that she is gone. She went quickly, so unexpectedly, only 5 months old.

I think one of the hardest things is that I was out of town the entire time she was sick. I could only manage a few phone calls, mostly it was by email that I learned of her serious condition. She left before I could return home.

Perhaps it was a blessing of sorts not to have to see her so frail and thin, so very sick. I feel very lucky that my cat care person did such a great job.

So hard to be back home without that bouncy little bundle of love, she would perch on my shoulder and refuse to switch to the usual lap sitting. I think she thought she was part parrot!

Miss her miss her miss her.

Lost another dear cat friend in 2008, Molly Malone, and then Mr X in 2009. Very hard to have to go through this again.

Jan

[moon_beam]

Hi, Jan, just being able to get caught up on your posts. As Cheryl has so compassionately said, may I echo her words: it's okay not to pressure yourself into participating in festivities. Just do what you feel you can handle - - listen to your heart, Jan - - it will never fail you. Last year I didn't send out any cards, either. Instead I wrote a very brief e-mail to immediate family members. This year, I have sent e-cards to immediate family members, and I was able to enjoy doing it.

The point is, Jan, to echo Cheryl's wise words - - do only what you feel up to doing when you feel up to doing it -- and you do not need to make any apologies to anyone about it.

I like your socks with the bells on them. Like Cheryl, that makes me laugh, too. Bask in the warmth of your precious memories of your little Chan and in the precious time you have with your sweet ZouZou and Tedley.

And remember we are here with you and for you and by you always. Please know you are in my thoughts and prayers, Jan, and look forward to knowing how you're doing.

Peace and blessings,
moon_beam