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Cat Forum / Cat Anecdotes / October 2005Okay, I decided to stay...(long)
Thank you all for your condolences regarding Willow. It has really helped to know that you are out there and have been through the same thing with your beloved pets. I light a candle everyday for her, have pictures out, and cry when I need to. She touched my family's life in so many ways. We had always been a d*g family, but when Willow met relatives, everyone was smitten and appreciates cats so much more. There will never be another little girl like her. My husband and I feel the house is so empty without her companionship, personality, and felineness...so we are adopting another cat from a local shelter. We decided to call him "Finn MacCool" after a legendary Irish hero (http://tinyurl.com/bmu5q ). He is a one year old unaltered (not for long) male that looks as if he has some Bengal in him...he is muscular with cheeks. At the shelter they are calling him Peter, but that is the name of my brother, so hence the change. We went on Tuesday to meet with said boy cat and after he sniffed the room, he went over to my 15 month old toddler and headbutted him, then licked his cheek. Alexander giggled and put out a chubby finger to touch his nose. Finn came over to me headbutted me and wanted some kisses and scratches on the head and chin. I picked him up and held him like a baby, which he tolerated very well. At one point, Alexander (who is doing much better with being "gentle" with animals), grabbed his tail...Finn looked at him, with a "Huh....a tail attachment." My husband came later and Finn flopped down by him and slung one big paw over Chris's leg. BTW...many more headbutts and another kiss for Alexander. Its a great fit and I am really happy to change a cat's world. Although my soul has a spot that is empty, I know it will grow with love for this new guy. Thanks for listening, allowing me to blabber, and I know you will share my happiness at the new guy on the block, and share my heartache for the passing of Willow. I will include a link to Finn MacCool's picture at the shelter. http://tinyurl.com/acjto I hope it works. > My husband and I feel the house is so empty without her companionship, > personality, and felineness...so we are adopting another cat from a local > shelter. We decided to call him "Finn MacCool" after a legendary Irish hero Wonderful, M Elizabeth! Helping a cat that needs you will help you heal. He is beautiful! I love tabbies. It is particularly terrific of you to adopt an older cat--meaning a young adult instead of a kitten--since they are often harder to place. I for one look forward to hearing all about Finn in the future!! You and your husband are special people. Oh I think that is wonderful. Willow would not want you to be catless I am certain. I look forward to lots of stories about Finn (LOVE that name.) > Thank you all for your condolences regarding Willow. It has really helped > to know that you are out there and have been through the same thing with [quoted text clipped - 35 lines] > > I hope it works. > Thank you all for your condolences regarding Willow. It has really helped > to know that you are out there and have been through the same thing with [quoted text clipped - 35 lines] > > I hope it works. I'm sure it will work, and good for you for giving the little fellow a home! The most loving tribute you can give a departed, beloved "master" is to care for another and give him a good long life with you. Hugs, CatNipped >Thank you all for your condolences regarding Willow. It has really helped >to know that you are out there and have been through the same thing with [quoted text clipped - 35 lines] > >I hope it works. Oh, he is gorgeous/adorable!! I luuuuuuuurv tabbies! He sounds like a wonderful kitty, and will be a great pal for Alexander, and all of you. There's no anti-depressant like a new kitty in the house! Theresa Stinky Pictures: http://community.webshots.com/album/125591586JWEFwh My Blog: http://www.humanitas.blogspot.com Make Levees, Not War > Thank you all for your condolences regarding Willow. It has really > helped [quoted text clipped - 46 lines] > > I hope it works. He's gorgeous. And while I'd never deliberately let a Tom cat get old enough unaltered, I do love the fat cheeks (jowls) toms develop. Sounds like he will be a real love. Jo > Thank you all for your condolences regarding Willow. It has really > helped to know that you are out there and have been through the same [quoted text clipped - 36 lines] > > I hope it works. Finn is beautiful, I love tabbies. I look forward to lots of stories as he comes to dominate his new home.  SignatureAdrian (Owned by Snoopy and Bagheera) A House is not a home, without a cat. http://community.webshots.com/user/clowderuk > We went on Tuesday to meet with said boy cat and after he sniffed the room, > he went over to my 15 month old toddler and headbutted him, then licked his > cheek. Alexander giggled and put out a chubby finger to touch his nose. AWWWWWWW what a good boy!!!! Both of them, I guess. :) > Although my soul has a spot that is empty, I know it will grow with love for > this new guy. New cats never fill the holes left empty by a departed companion, but they make the pain bearable. > http://tinyurl.com/acjto He looks like Maya's twin! SignatureVictor M. Martinez Owned and operated by the Fantastic Seven (TM) Send your spam here: uce@ftc.gov Email me here: pistorLITTER@BOXaustin.rr.com > My husband and I feel the house is so empty without her companionship, > personality, and felineness...so we are adopting another cat from a local [quoted text clipped - 6 lines] > of > my brother, so hence the change. I'm so glad that Finn MacCool is joining your family. I think Willow would be proud of all of you. Pam S. who's been crying a lot today Thank you all! I can't wait to pick him up tomorrow. He already has an appointment scheduled for the vet and then we will make a time for his neutering. I am hoping he doesn't lose those cheeks. Having to prepare for Finn is bringing closure. I miss my little girl so much, but I know that I did the right thing and that is giving me peace. She was so, so sick and just wasn't going to get better...:( I know Finn will never replace Willow, and that is one reason why I picked a male cat and one with different coloring. I didn't want a female or one with a white face or a calico, or a tortie, because I didn't want the reminders. So a big burly male will be just the thing. We have always adopted older animals in my family, because they seem to have the hardest times finding homes. So there we have it. My candle is lit still and I celebrate Willow's life and her impact on me. > I know Finn >will never replace Willow, and that is one reason why I picked a male cat >and one with different coloring. I didn't want a female or one with a white >face or a calico, or a tortie, because I didn't want the reminders. So a >big burly male will be just the thing. I'm so glad you are rejoining RPCA, it's good to have you back. Congratulations on your new addition, we're happy you found him. It's wonderful of you to give him a good home. I know the feeling that Finn is not a replacement for Willow - there is no such thing - but he will give you much happiness. My little cat, Custard, died at age 19. She was the best kitty ever born, the best in the whole universe, and loved dearly. I could never "replace" her and really wanted no more cats to even *try* to love. But here is Hobo, a big, 17-pound, polydactyl boy, who chose us, we didn't choose *him*. He's taught us we *can* love again, as he is absolutely adored in his own right. Anyway, kudos to you and best wishes for a long and wonderful life with Finn. Give him a scritch or two for me. Jeanne I think you made a great decision and I am very glad you are staying with us. Lots of purrs and hugs, Polonca and Soncek > Thank you all! I can't wait to pick him up tomorrow. He already has an > appointment scheduled for the vet and then we will make a time for his [quoted text clipped - 13 lines] > So there we have it. My candle is lit still and I celebrate Willow's life > and her impact on me. > > My husband and I feel the house is so empty without her companionship, > > personality, and felineness...so we are adopting another cat from a local [quoted text clipped - 11 lines] > > Pam S. who's been crying a lot today {PamS} Have a hug and some virtual chocolate...there's no calories. > Thank you all for your condolences regarding Willow. It has really > helped to know that you are out there and have been through the same thing [quoted text clipped - 35 lines] > > I hope it works. Congratulations on adopting a beautiful tabby. He has the traditional "M" on his forehead. Congratulations to the whole family! Good for you for giving a needy cat a happy new home. Finn appears to know what side his bread is buttered on, as he has been so affectionate with his new hoomins. I think Willow would approve, and I'm sure she would not want you to grieve for her indefinitely. Some mourning is fitting and just, though, as she was your beloved pet, and her passing is still very new. But having someone new to learn to love is a very good way to heal a cat-shaped empty place in the heart. =o) Melissa > Congratulations to the whole family! Good for you for giving a needy > cat a happy new home. Finn appears to know what side his bread is [quoted text clipped - 6 lines] > > Melissa Learning to love again does seem to soothe my soul. Willow will always be my first love, but there is always room for more. >> Congratulations to the whole family! Good for you for giving a needy >> cat a happy new home. Finn appears to know what side his bread is [quoted text clipped - 9 lines] > Learning to love again does seem to soothe my soul. Willow will always be > my first love, but there is always room for more. I never thought I would love a pet again after my Pollyanna (1969-1983) I grieved so much, but I did, eventually, love again although it seemed impossible at the time. Tweed > Thank you all for your condolences regarding Willow. It has really > helped [quoted text clipped - 42 lines] > passing of Willow. I will include a link to Finn MacCool's picture at the > shelter. he sounds - and looks - wonderful! I am glad you could take him in. I'm sure Willow's pleased you have a new furpurrson to take care of you all! Best Lena Signaturelewe lewemi at yahoo dot se | cats' pics: photos.yahoo.com/lewemi > Thank you all for your condolences regarding Willow. It has really > helped [quoted text clipped - 15 lines] > shelter. We decided to call him "Finn MacCool" after a legendary > Irish hero Welcome back, and welcome Finn (cool name, pun intended) He appears to be perfect for you and we wish you joy in your lives together. As others are saying, he won't replace dear Willow but will really help the healing process, as Claudius has done for me after the shock loss of Pericles. Purrs for the future Gordon, Bandit, Snowball, Claudius & Raki >Thank you all for your condolences regarding Willow. <<snip>> >Thanks for listening, allowing me to blabber, and I know you will share my >happiness at the new guy on the block, and share my heartache for the [quoted text clipped - 4 lines] > >I hope it works. Finn MacCool's introduction to your household sounds like a match made in Heaven. I am so happy for you. Purrs, -- CATherine You will always have that precious, Willow-shaped hole in your heart, but Finn sounds like a real lover and will make his own niche before very long I'm thinking. Looking forward to hearing more! PatM > Thanks for listening, allowing me to blabber, and I know you will share my > happiness at the new guy on the block, and share my heartache for the > passing of Willow. I will include a link to Finn MacCool's picture at the > shelter. > > http://tinyurl.com/acjto He's a cutie! Congratulations... Candace >My husband and I feel the house is so empty without her companionship, >personality, and felineness...so we are adopting another cat from a local >shelter. That can't-be-without-a-cat feeling is a tribute to Willow. Finn is lucky that Willow conditioned the two of you so well. Concatulations. Finn is beautiful, and it sounds like he's a good fit for your family. Enjoy. SignatureWayne M (indulged by Will and Heidi) > Although my soul has a spot that is empty, I know it will grow with love for > this new guy. I am so glad that you decided to stay! And to give a home to another cat in need of a onetruehome. And what a gorgeous fella he is! There will always be that spot that misses Willow, but I'm sure Finn will help you bear it so much better. SignatureMarina, Frank, Miranda and Caliban. In loving memory of Nikki. marina (dot) kurten (at) iki (dot) fi Pics at http://uk.pg.photos.yahoo.com/ph/frankiennikki/ and http://community.webshots.com/user/frankiennikki oooh, he is sooo beautiful; a real character, he looks very intelligent, a real boy cat though!!! Lovely, I'm so glad you've found a new friend...after the kitties i was trying to save died, i was heartbroken. jas was already with us but i could barely look at her at first because i'd put all my effort and love into the babies, then they died. but she helped me heal because she was so loving and such a lady...hope he helps you heal too, he sounds like just what you need!! SignatureThere are many intelligent species in the Universe. They are all owned by cats. Anonymous One cat just leads to another. -Ernest Hemingway > Thank you all for your condolences regarding Willow. It has really helped > to know that you are out there and have been through the same thing with [quoted text clipped - 35 lines] > > I hope it works. >had always been a d*g family, but when Willow met relatives, everyone was >smitten and appreciates cats so much more. There will never be another >little girl like her. I understand completely! As much as I love my Princess Rita, I still cry over Fin once in awhile. He was such a big part of my life for so long. >Thanks for listening, allowing me to blabber, and I know you will share my >happiness at the new guy on the block, and share my heartache for the >passing of Willow. I will include a link to Finn MacCool's picture at the >shelter. > >http://tinyurl.com/acjto He's beautiful! Sounds like he's going to fit right in. I'm glad you went out and got him right away. It's part of the healing process, and it helps to know that you saved another cat from the shelter. Jane - owned and operated by Princess Rita >Thank you all for your condolences regarding Willow. It has really helped >to know that you are out there and have been through the same thing with [quoted text clipped - 35 lines] > >I hope it works. I'm so glad :-) Finn MacCool won't replace Willow and can't, but I bet he can bring some joy and laughter back into your life, even if it alternates with the tears. Ginger-lyn Home Pages: http://www.spiritrealm.com/summer/ http://www.angelfire.com/folk/glsummer (homepage & cats) http://freepages.genealogy.rootsweb.com/~summer/index.htm (genealogy) http://www.movieanimals.bravehost.com/ (The Violence Against Animals in Movies Website) |
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