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My cat Samantha passed away yesterday.
While it wasn’t altogether unexpected – she had kidney disease for the past few years – the reality of this loss is like nothing I’ve ever before experienced. I’ve lost family members (grandparents and great aunts and the like) and my childhood dog passed away when I was at school, but in a lot of ways I was guarded from the stark reality that is death. Not in this case.
Grief is a palpable, tangible experience and and though it’s a part of life, that knowledge doesn’t mitigate the complete and total devastation associated with it.
Samantha, you were the sweetest, kindest cat and you’re already missed.
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She was an amazing cat & you were great to her. Thinking of you… Wish I weren’t so far away this week!
sending lots of love your way…
I’m sorry for that.
RIP Panfers. You were the coolest, sweetest cat ever. Your calm, nonchalant demeanor made you my favorite feline in the history of cats. You will be missed.
Huge condolences. Much love.
As a huge cat lover, I feel for you.
Her body might have gone out of order, but her spirit definitely lives on.
(I had a friend with advanced psychic powers who had been able to contact her own cat after she passed away)
So very very sorry she is gone and you are in mourning.
She was a lovely kitty.