oldwomanc6 52 #1 February 3, 2014 I found him at the bottom of the back steps. He almost made it to his 18th birthday. Missed it by only a few days. 20 pounds of iconic siamese; lovable, loyal and loud when displeased. The hardest part was telling my (grown) kids. My daughter was in tears, and my son texted me a crying emoticon, which is pretty darned demonstrative for him. We buried him next to the fish pond, which was one of his favorite hang outs. I will miss him.lisa WSCR 594 FB 1023 CBDB 9 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Fullmoon 0 #2 February 3, 2014 I'm sorry. . Hope your memories of his good days bring you happiness. Fur buddies are the best. -Lisa Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
labrys 0 #3 February 3, 2014 Sorry. Blue skies, kittyOwned by Remi #? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
LuckyMcSwervy 0 #4 February 3, 2014 Oh, Lisa! I am so sorry about kitty. Are you ok? Always be kinder than you feel. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Calvin19 0 #5 February 3, 2014 I'm very sorry for your loss. That's a good long run. It's clear that he was well loved. -SPACE- Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rwieder 0 #7 February 3, 2014 lisa-I'm so sorry to hear about your pet cat. But hey, you had him for 18 years, that's a rarity, as I'm sure your very aware. I know your pain, I lost my Australian Shepard "Bear" some years ago. I'm not kidding you when I say I cried like a 2 year old when he passed. He was 19 years old when he went to the "Big Play Ground In The Sky!" I'm certain there's other dogs up in doggie heaven that love to play foot ball as much as he loved to play it with my 2 sons. That dog practically raised my 2 sons. I hope and I know you'll find peace. You take care, be safe! Best- Richard Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
turtlespeed 219 #8 February 3, 2014 I'm not usually into the whole 3-way thing, but you got me a little excited with that. - Skymama BTR #1 / OTB^5 Official #2 / Hellfish #408 / VSCR #108/Tortuga/Orfun Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wolfriverjoe 1,523 #9 February 3, 2014 My heart goes out to you. They become part of the family, and we grieve them as any other member."There are NO situations which do not call for a French Maid outfit." Lucky McSwervy "~ya don't GET old by being weak & stupid!" - Airtwardo Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
oldwomanc6 52 #10 February 3, 2014 Thanks to those who have responded, so far. I think my daughter is the one who is really hurting. Blue was her cat (and she his person), growing up. He hasn't lived with her since she went to college, but, every time she visited home they were inseparable. lisa WSCR 594 FB 1023 CBDB 9 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jceman 1 #11 February 3, 2014 That's rough lisa. It's always hard to lose a furkid, but especially so when they have been a part of your life for so long. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
CanuckInUSA 0 #12 February 3, 2014 Sorry to hear about your cat. Our pets are more than just pets. They are members of our families. Try not to worry about the things you have no control over Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
FlyingRhenquest 1 #13 February 3, 2014 I was listening to a Buddhist lecture a while back on the nature of love. I'm not a Buddhist, but appreciate their perspective on things, which they seem to think about quite deeply. The gist of one of the things he said was "Just because they're gone doesn't mean you have to stop loving them." For nearly 18 years, you must have had some great moments together. For that, he will always have a place in your heart. All my past pets except one visit me in my dreams from time to time. When I wake up, I'm always happy to have seen them again.I'm trying to teach myself how to set things on fire with my mind. Hey... is it hot in here? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
davjohns 1 #14 February 3, 2014 Warm sympathies, sweetie. Some pets might as well be family. Sounds like this one was. I know it just wouldnt be right to kill all the stupid people that we meet.. But do you think it would be appropriate to just remove all of the warning labels and let nature take its course. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Nataly 38 #15 February 3, 2014 I'm certain your cat had 18 very good years of love given/received. Sorry for your loss "There is no problem so bad you can't make it worse." - Chris Hadfield « Sors le martinet et flagelle toi indigne contrôleuse de gestion. » - my boss Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
J-S 0 #16 February 3, 2014 It's always hard to lose a little one that has become such an integral part of your life. The now emptiness is the reflection of the joy and innocence he filled your life with. May the happy times shared always make you smile and lead you through your loss. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
craigbey 0 #17 February 3, 2014 Sorry to hear the bad news. Blue skies, Blue. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
LuckyMcSwervy 0 #18 February 3, 2014 Quote All my past pets except one visit me in my dreams from time to time. When I wake up, I'm always happy to have seen them again. Mine do as well. I loveeee those dreams and feel happy when I wake up. Lisa, I hope Blue comes to all of you in your dreams. Always be kinder than you feel. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TriGirl 318 #19 February 3, 2014 What's up with losing Siamese this weekend? My friends here just had to let theirs go on Friday. He was only 12. When you have a breed that is known for VERY long lives (like, 20-22 years), it's much tougher to think that the 18 (or 12 in my friend's case) years was too short. Then again, even when they exceed our expectations, we feel it's too short. Needless to say, I spent the weekend cuddling my own 9-yr-old Siamese. He's spend his whole life in relative luxury -- I know he has no idea how good he has it! And I hope he never has to find out. But did he appreciate the extra attention? Hell no! He begged for more. Best wishes to you, sweetie. I know it's tough. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
shropshire 0 #21 February 3, 2014 : sorry to hear that you've lost a friend. It's always hard to say goodbye. (.)Y(.) Chivalry is not dead; it only sleeps for want of work to do. - Jerome K Jerome Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
oldwomanc6 52 #22 February 3, 2014 I want to thank every one for their kind and warm words, both here and in the PMs I received. do help! lisa WSCR 594 FB 1023 CBDB 9 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
muff528 3 #23 February 4, 2014 very sorry for your loss. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
1969912 0 #24 February 4, 2014 Sorry to hear that. It's always sad. "Once we got to the point where twenty/something's needed a place on the corner that changed the oil in their cars we were doomed . . ." -NickDG Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites