1/20/2015 Almost 10 years ago a perfect soul was born. A cat named Emma. She was tiny and her paws were deformed but that would never stop her. She came into our lives and dedicated herself to loving us and did everything she could to make us happy. She never got bigger than a 5 month old kitten. She cried when we were upset and consoled us when we were sad often gently touching her paw to our face when we were crying. She would always purr when you held her and she loved to be held. Emma had the loudest purr and the biggest eyes. She would look deep into your eyes when you talked and always seemed to understand what you were saying even though she couldn't speak back to us in ways easily understood. She always gave her all and then some. She asked for very little. Emma was perfect in every way. She always knew what to do and somehow everyone always loved her whether they wanted to or not. There was just no way around it. Over the years we learned and gained much from her, and at times we didn't even realize it. She gave us three beautiful boys whom she'd also sacrifice for without question or hesitation. Our little Emma was strong and she was a fighter and she was the embodiment of unwavering love. She hung on as long as she could. On Jan 20th, 2015, she passed away in our arms. Her kidneys had failed but her heart was just as strong as always. She was never just a cat. Emma was family and our best friend. Words will never be enough to convey what she was or what she meant to us. Emma isn't with us the way she used to be but she will always be with us in our hearts and our love for her is just as strong and unending as hers was for us. We love and miss our tiny Emma.
Sorry Xavier and Zoe. I'm not good with words at times like this. I know a pet is as much a child as a real human child and I know the feeling of loosing a pet we love. The memories will remain. Thanks for sharing with your station wagon family.
My sincerest condolences on your loss. As a lifelong cat lover from a cat-centric family, it's always too hard when you lose one. Six years ago, my beloved Dusty had to be put down because of the same thing, which apparently led to dehydration and intestinal blockage. I was on a vacation with family when she went into extremis and my niece, who was taking care of Dusty, had discovered her seizing, and she had called me, crying her eyes out. I cry right now, reliving that day.
My deepest condolences, Xavier and Zoe. I've loved and lost cats, and lost some in the family that that I never made a connection with. Those that you do get connected to like your Emma become a part of you. For a while, it's going to seem empty around your place. Give each other a hug, reach out to others in person as you have done here, and remember Emma......
It's always hard to say goodbye to a cat, I've had to say goodbye to a few here. Emma had a goldmine of a home, two pet parents that treated her like a queen, and she gave back all your love times ten, or more. I hope another special one comes your way, keep your hearts open to that possibility.
What sadness right now. I promise, though, that the wonderful memories of a lifetime will be with you, and warm your hearts for the rest of your lives. One thing I know for sure is that Emma was blessed by having you two as hers, just as you were blessed with Emma. Our furkids really are our family. HUGS
That is very sad. We lost 3 Cats in the last 20 years, that hurts every time. We have alot of photos in our house, so they are with us every day. Now we have 5 Cats and I dont want to think about the time when one of them goes.
It's amazing how a little creature like that can become a true member of the family. It can be a heart wrenching thing when their time on earth, with us ends. I am sorry for your loss big guy. Chin up, remember all of the joy she brought you.
I hope I'm not stirring up your emotions all over again. I just came across this thread, I don't know how I missed it before, so sorry for being late. Your words about Emma were beautiful to read. She truly was a lucky little cat to have shared her life with you both. Two very caring pet parents, she couldn't have had a better, loving home. I'm sorry to hear of her passing and how difficult it must be for you to carry on your day to day without her. Do I understand it correctly, she had three kittens? Are these your other fur kids? I miss your regular post around here but glad your able to check in from time to time. Hang in there, time will help your heart.
My condolences Xav. It takes time, and somehow something comes along to help fill some of the void. I've lost a few too. I never forget them, I just send them a warm hug when I recall them.
