Murphy's Mom here...
Tonight my heart is breaking. A piece of me is missing, gone forever...my beautiful sweet gentle Sophie has gone to the rainbow bridge. It was with a heavy heart that I helped her make the transition. I have so many doubts...even though every inch of my brain told me it was time to help her make that journey, at the same time every inch of my heart told me it was too soon.
As I write this, I can hear an enormous fireworks display being set off...literally. My house is located close enough to the football stadium to hear the fireworks celebrations when a game is going on. Tonight however, the celebration is in honor of Sophie KitTON and the love and joy she has brought to my life for over 17 years.
The thought of falling asleep tonight, without her soft fur against my skin...without her strong purr in my ear is more than I can bear. Even now sitting here in front of the computer, I expect her to come and sit next to me...waiting for me to pick her up so she can lie in my lap while I type.
Sophie has been my one constant for so long.
And now she's gone.
I know she's in a better place. Rubbing, purring and headbutting against Bristol, Tyler and Hannah. Free of the evils of cancer, free of pain and discomfort. Free of taking medicine every day, twice a day.
I miss her though, I want my kitty back...with every fiber of my being. If I could have one Christmas wish it would be to have her back. Even if it were just for one more night.
I love you, Sophie KitTON.
Rest in peace
I am so very very sorry for your loss! Your love for her was very aparent and you did all you could for her. In the end, all you can do is love them and be there when they need you to be. I know it's easy for me to say this since I'm not going through what you're going through. But you are in our thoughts!
ReplyDeleteOH Deb
ReplyDeleteWe are all heartbroken for you and Murphy. Sophie was part of your life for so long there will be a big hole to fill with her crossing the rainbow bridge.
Love Lisa and boys
My heart aches for you...
ReplyDeleteI'm sure your Sophie KitTON and my Cosmo Kitty are rolling in the fields of catnip and eating salmon.
I had to make the same decision w/ Cosmo, but he let me know it was time...
They never last long enough, do they?
Thinking of you,
~K
I really feel your agony. Those decisions are so difficult to make. I'm sure the life you gave her was the best she could have ever gotten. Take care.
ReplyDeleteI am so sorry for your loss of Sophie, my thoughts and prayers are with you during this sad time. Sophie can meet my Bootsie now and run free over the bridge.
ReplyDeleteDenise & Kasha the Dainty Dane
Oh, very sorry for your loss. Sophie KitTON was very loved and very much cared for. 17 years is a lot in itself let alone all those years battling cancer. She was a strong kitty and you are a strong mother for taking so good care of her. Hoping Murphy licks those tears away and you are able to celerbrate her life, not the loss.
ReplyDeleteBest Wishes: Tucker's Momma & Tucker
So very sorry for your loss! I wish i had stumbled upon your blog sooner and gotten to know Sophie better! I have 6 cats of my own, and dread the coming days when it's going to be "their time". Our thoughts are with you!
ReplyDeleteRIP Sophie.
Sending you big hugs, Deb.
ReplyDeleteMurphy's Mom,
ReplyDeleteI am so very sorry for your loss. My heart aches for you, truly. I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers.
The Duchess
We are so sad for you and Sophie.
ReplyDeleteFrom Sammy
We are so terribly sorry for the loss of Sophie. But, having had to make the same decision several times, we know that you did the right thing and, more importantly, Sophie thanks you for it.
ReplyDeleteThinking of you,
Dear Murphy's Mom,
ReplyDeleteI am so sorry about Sophie. I know that your heart must ache. It is very hard to make that decision and you will miss her every day. We are thinking of you.
Your friend,
Niamh
Dear Murphy's Mumma,
ReplyDeleteI am so sorry.
Farewell Sophie KitTON; what a splendid cat you were, you gave your mumma so much joy. Run Free over the bridge.
sending cyber hugs,
Darcy's mumma
BARK!! Mommy is saying prayers for your mommy. She understands the special-ness of a kitty. Her spike kitty went away after 17 years too. She is missed. Murphy, make sure to give your mommy extra lovins until her heart can smile again. BARK! Sasha the Princess
ReplyDeleteSniff. Hugs.
ReplyDeleteSo sorry For your loss 17 years is a long time but it is never long enough. Hugs, Moose's Momma
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