My sweet Tina. She was born on or about October 27, 1997. The first time I saw her cute little face she made me smile. I loved her pretty markings. She had brown tabby stripes on her left front leg, half of her face was orange tabby and the other half brown tabby marked. She had a little brown tabby sibling with her in the pet store. She was probably glad to get out of there as the owner constantly smoked in there and a thick cloud of smoke hung in the whole place.

Tina was an avid bird watcher, and a few weeks ago she even still chased after a squirrel. One day she got herself stuck up in a big maple tree, crying and scared to come back down. A kindly neighbor climbed up in the tree and coaxed her down to him. He grabbed her real quick and she landed in a bedsheet or something that we had held up for her to land on. She landed safely, and never climbed up that tree again.

She could be feisty and ornery as Calicos sometimes are, but she had a tender spot in her heart for small children. A little boy about 2 years old once walked up to her, smiling and wanting to pet the 'kitty-cat'. She met him half-way and accepted his little hand softly stroking her head. She seemed to sense that he meant her no harm.

Tina was playful and inquisitive. She often would stick her paw under the door when I was on the other side, wanting me to try to grab her paw. She loved stretching out her hind legs, and she enjoyed watching movies with me. I cannot even begin to describe how much joy she brought into my life.

Tina at 3 months old. I had just brought her home.
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Tina at about 7 or 8 months
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Tina on top of an old computer monitor. Her eyes are so bright and shiny, and she has such a sweet expression on her face. She seems so carefree and happy, knowing she still had her whole life ahead of her.
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DannysMom

My deepest condolences on the loss of your precious Tina so close on the heels of your Danny. She looks and sounds (from your post) like the sweetest girl in the world. I too believe that animals know who does and does not mean them harm. Thank you for sharing Tina's story with us. Peace and Blessings.

TTT

Tracy, thanks so much for stopping by and reading about my Tina. Thank you for your condolences. I feel like my heart is being ripped apart again. The past few months had been so hard for me. Tina was hospitalized with pneumonia back in January, and when I got her back I thought that she'd be okay except for her hyperthyroidism. But then in March she was diagnosed with cancer in her lungs and my world fell apart. She had some good days and some bad days. She was such a fighter and so determined to still enjoy life no matter what. Being her caregiver took a lot out of me. I hope your Tang and Teresa are doing well.

Hi, DannysMom, thank you so very much for sharing this beautiful tribute to your beloved Tina with us. She is a beautiful little girl, and I assure you her eyes are now bight and shiny again - - no more tiredness in her body, spirit, and eyes. I can see in her pictures the reflection of the love you both share. These are wonderful pictures, - - thank you so much for sharing them with us at a time that is very sorrowful for you.

This grief journey does take a lot out of us both emotionally and physically, so it is important that you get plenty of rest and nourishment, as grieving also takes a serious toll on the immune system.

I hope today is treating you and your precious Mindy kindly, DannysMom, and that you both will have a very peaceful evening. Please know you and your precious Mindy are in my thoughts and prayers, and look forward to knowing how you both are doing, and sharing your treasured memories of your beloved Tina and Danny.

Peace and blessings,
moon_beam

Oh my goodness, you can really really see the incredible greatness of her soul in her eyes from even the pictures. I can only imagine seeing her in real life how she mustve profoundly touched anyone looking in her eyes face to face. Oh my goodness, what an incredibly amazing soul

Hesista, thanks so much. Your comment made me cry, but in a good way. I can't even begin to tell you how much I miss her. I cried so much last night, because she wasn't there to snuggle with me on the bed. Tina was so devoted to me, that even on her last night with me she was more concerned about me. She laid down on my body and even though she was so frail and sick she started purring so loud and strong, and I felt her little heart beat. She continued purring for quite some time, and it was so comforting.

I remember how one day I was real upset about something and just talking to myself, and there was Tina, sitting in front of me, looking up at me and voicing a concerned and loving meow. I looked at her and it was as if she was asking me:"What's wrong?" I said to her:"I'm just upset." She meowed again as if to say:"It's okay. Don't be upset. I'm here." I sat down and she jumped on my lap and started purring. This little cat was always there for me. She would get worried every time I had to go out for something and always greeted me at the door. Tina gave me so much love, and my heart is breaking because I miss her so very much.

My sister said in an email to me that she hopes I have gotten over it a bit. Huh? Gotten 'over it'? You've got to be kidding me. Only the people here at LS and my vet seems to understand how much Tina meant to me.

Oh Tina, can you let your mama know how close you still are with her. Can you still wipe her eyes when cries for you. It is said we will reunite when we get to the river shores but that's so long, so long.
I wish I could bring my babies back to me. They say life is short. Whoever said that was not awaiting the unbearable excruciating long wait to reunite with a beloved animal

Hi, DannysMom, thank you so much for sharing your beloved Tina with us. I can see her now looking down from her heavenly home saying, "hey, mom, it's okay. I know your heart is hurting right now but I promise you I am still with you - - I am always with you - - I will never, ever leave you. I love you, mom, always and forever. Thank you for being my Forever Mom."

Please know you and your precious Mindy are in my thoughts and prayers today and always, and that I look forward to knowing how you and your little girl are doing, and sharing your treasured memories of your beloved Tina and Danny.

Peace and blessings,
moon_beam

Moon_beam, thank you for your support. The pain is still so intense, and I am weighed down with grief. When I look at the places she used to sit I can still see her there in my mind's eye. I always loved watching her nap. This is one of the last pictures that I took of her. It is one of my favorites. She looks so beautiful.


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Tina looks like a very, wise wise woman, an immense amount of depth to her love, loyalty and wisdom. She reminds me of the wise elder grandmothers of the native tribes people of this land. Her eyes know everything, understand everything and prays for everything. Oh, little wonder why you miss her so much. Tina has those eyes that are the windows of the soul. What a beautiful girl

Hi, DannysMom, thank you so much for sharing with us how you're doing, and this wonderful picture of your beloved Tina. The expression on her face and in her eyes tell the whole story of your earthly journey together: A journey filled with mutual love, admiration, and devotion. I know how you feel about the wonder of watching your beloved Tina sleep, for I, too, feel the same way as I have watched each of my companions while they sleep.

DannysMom, sadly, this grief journey is one of the most painful experiences you will know on this side of eternity - - both emotionally and physically. I know the deep seering pain of loss you are feeling, and how your heart is breaking. Every moment of every day right now feels like another branding of the heart and soul of having to adjust to the physical absence of your beloved Tina. I truly wish there were an easier way through this grief journey, and if there were I would most certainly share it with you. Unfortunately the only thing I can offer you is my sincerest friendship of support and encouragement with the hope that somehow it will comfort you as you travel your grief adjustment journey.

Thank you so very much for sharing your beloved Tina with us, DannysMom. I hope today is treating you and your precious Mindy kindly. Please know you and your little Mindy are in my thoughts and prayers, and look forward to knowing how you both are doing, and to sharing your treasured memories of your beloved Tina.

Peace and blessings,
moon_beam

This is the first 4th of July without my sweetest little friend, Miss Tina. She was also very patriotic. Happy Independence Day, Tina!

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Hi, DannysMom, thank you so much for sharing this wonderful picture of your beloved Tina with us. What a wonderful profile of her with the Flag as a backdrop. Very stunning!!! From first hand exprience I know how much of a challenge yesterday was for you as yet another "first without" to endure in your grief adjustment journey. I hope and pray that on this angel-versary you and your beloved Tina were still able to celebrate your eternal love bond.

I hope today is treating you, your precious Mindy, and baby girl Shelley kindly. Please know you and your and your precious girls are in my thoughts and prayers, and look forward to knowing how each of you are doing, and to sharing your treasured memories of your beloved Tina.

Peace and blessings,
moon_beam

What a beautiful cat she was. A great photo with the flag in the background. She's looks very important as she was! I am sure she is up there teaching everyone about e 4th of July. My Chewy will be listening happily as he is not aware of independence day.

I hope you are being treated kindly today.

xxForeverxx

xxForeverxx, thanks for stopping by and for your kind words. You are so right by remarking that Tina looks very important. She was surveying "her" territory and she would always roll on the ground or rub against something to leave her scent.

I'm sure as Tina is teaching Chewy about Independence Day he will be teaching her about a wonderful, classy lady known as the Queen of England. And let's not forget James Bond, the Beatles, and afternoon tea!

Chewy use to like to watch the football as well so maybe he is teaching Tina about our football too........being a girl though I am sure Tina has a lot more knowledge to tell then Chewy though hehe Chewy would be more interested in playing which I am sure your Tina would be too