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[alizarin_nyc]

I lost a cat yesterday. This happens occasionally because when I rescue them from the euthanasia list at the shelter, you just never know what you're going to get. Kittens are difficult, because if they have no mom, you're already at a disadvantage, and summer strains of illness are lethal. So I did lose a kitten last week, but losing this adult

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[eglantine_br]

No tough love here-- I just want to say I go through much the same. I know how odd it feels to have that little tendril of happiness and think 'what is this?'

I hope things get better soon. I know they can, I remember that. Sometimes animals are the best to be around, they don't ask questions, they don't make a lot of noise. I have two cats and a dog.

[alizarin_nyc]

Hi. I'm sorry you have to go through similar things. I like to talk about it because I know I have been helped by hearing/reading other people's experiences.

That little tendril of happiness. Kind of shocking when it happens and you realize what it is.

I'm surrounded by animals (cats), many of whom love me a bit too much. It's awesome to know that they're able to pick up on my moods, though. And most of them were rescued from certain death, and some need a lot of TLC, so that helps me go on when I feel like giving up.

[spikes_heart]

Hugs you tightly because you need some huggage. Been where you are as recently as two days ago... albeit without the loss of a furry loved one. So sorry she's gone.

M&M's icon, because M&M's can never be a bad thing.

[alizarin_nyc]

I really, really appreciate it. Sometimes cyber-huggage is easier to take than in-person, so thank you.

Sorry to hear you've been where I've been (and gone and been again), it's daunting to feel that anything will knock me back on my heels and I'll have to hide from the world. Even though losing Willa was enough of a shock to be completely understandable.

M&Ms icon is bright and nifty!

[alizarin_nyc]

Hey gal! I appreciate the invite. When I go to CA I always go directly to my parents as they are the priority (and pay for my flight). I'd love to visit other spots one of these days, I have many friends in other areas, but it seems that my time with the folks is so precious lately.

CONGRATS on the post-exam existence! <3 you muchly!

[executrix]

Loss is sad, it's appropriate to be sad when bad things happen. But I don't think that there was ANYTHING you could have done, she was just too sick to survive.

We will get together soon, and I will explain a Project that maybe I can get you hired on for much $$$$ if it works out.

[alizarin_nyc]

It is appropriate to be sad now - it's just hard when sad is the default. Low energy gets lower and I spend even more time sleeping. I did a lot for my Willa, but I do think I could have done more. And I wish I'd had the chance to say goodbye and let her know how loved she was, as I've been able to do with a couple of older cats who passed this year.

We're on for next week, yes?

[executrix]

I don't see how Willa could not know how loved she was.

Totes for next week! But not Wednesday, because of Stuff.

[tesserae_]

*hugs*

[alizarin_nyc]

*hugs you back* and thank you.