PrairieProf Posted September 21, 2011 Share Posted September 21, 2011 (edited) I had to send my darling Carey on her journey today. She was 15 and a couple of months ago was chugging along just fine -- I so thought she had a lot more time. But she started going downhill sometime during July and while we never got a precise diagnosis, it was almost certainly lymphoma or another form of intestinal cancer. My comfort such as it is is that I think I got the day to do it as close to perfectly right as you can get these things -- I almost put her to sleep a little over a month ago but she rallied on prednisone and we had four weeks of good time, with her only going downhill again starting Friday. Her passing was as peaceful as you could ask for. I still so vividly remember being in the in-home shelter run by two sisters in NJ where I lived at the time -- little Carey, five months old, came toddling down the stairs and was so adorable. I picked her up, she batted at my earring, and I was toast. But she totally dominated all the young male kittens there and seemed so much fuller of personality -- I ended up getting my Quinn, who was ten months old, a strong personality too, and could hold his own. Her feisty nature made the name I wanted to use really suit her -- she was named for M. Carey Thomas, famous feminist president of Bryn Mawr, my alma mater. I remember too when I took her to the vet for the first time, and he said "she's just a little peanut!" -- the Dancing Peanut became one of her many nicknames, along with Care-Bear, Cariboo, the Little Blueberry as my friend dubbed her, and countless others. Carey was the most loving and social kitty, always snuggly and adaptable to new situations. Quinn turned out to be pretty rough on her, but she'd scramble out from under his attacks and give him a look like "I wasn't scared of that!" With Quinn and without, she traveled between Iowa and New York many times and was always ready for petting and food as soon as she got out of the carrier. Quinn was more temperamental and high-stress, but when he went three years ago, I felt Carey would be able to adapt to living with a dog, and she did, though it took a little while for her to settle down about it. Even after three years I was seeing new signs of what looked like grudging affection on her part toward Beth -- the final, miraculous development just a couple of nights ago. I will be getting another cat or cats as soon as possible -- I can't bear the emptiness of the house without one and much as I love Beth a dog is different. But I can't imagine life without my babycita, and as I told her today I will never ever forget her or stop loving her for a moment the rest of my life. When I first got her: A few years ago: Helping me grade papers: A couple of weeks ago: The final miracle -- the very last time she lay on my bed a few nights ago (Beth slept through it!): Edited September 21, 2011 by PrairieProf Quote With Cocoa (DC Chocolatedrop), missing B for Beth (2006-2015)And kitties C.J., Klara, Bernadette, John-Boy, & Sinbad Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
maggiespet Posted September 21, 2011 Share Posted September 21, 2011 I'm so very sorry. What a very pretty girl. GodSpeed Carey. Quote http://i57.photobucket.com/albums/g240/mtbucket/siggies/Everyday-2.jpgJane - forever servant to the whims and wishes of Maggie (L's Magnolia of JCKC) and Sam the mutt pup.[/b] She's classy, sassy and a bit smart assy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
maryz Posted September 21, 2011 Share Posted September 21, 2011 I'm so sorry for your loss. I, too, can never imagine my life without kitties. Your sweetie was beautiful. Quote Mary, mom to kitty Rebel.Always missing Sherri (SO DELICIOUS) (12/6/2005-8/29/2018) kitties Marley (4/2000-12/3/2015) and Beady (4/1998-2/24/2006) and Dalmatian Daisy (7/25/1984-5/13/1999). The democracy will cease to exist when you take away from those who are willing to work and give to those who would not - Thomas Jefferson Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dobelvr Posted September 21, 2011 Share Posted September 21, 2011 Sorry for your loss. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
greyhead Posted September 21, 2011 Share Posted September 21, 2011 She was a beauty from start to finish! I'm so sorry. You're right, there's nothing like a cat. Quote Mary with Jumper Jack (2/17/11) and angels Shane (PA's Busta Rime, 12/10/02 - 10/14/16) and Spencer (Dutch Laser, 11/25/00 - 3/29/13). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Remolacha Posted September 21, 2011 Share Posted September 21, 2011 I am so sorry I lost my kitty Diana almost a year ago in very similar circumstances. She looked a lot like your Carey, too. I understand about not being able to be without a kitty. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Batmom Posted September 21, 2011 Share Posted September 21, 2011 What a beautiful little girl! I'm so sorry for your loss. Godspeed, Carey. Quote Star aka Starz Ovation (Ronco x Oneco Maggie*, litter #48538), Coco aka Low Key (Kiowa Mon Manny x Party Hardy, litter # 59881), and mom in IllinoisWe miss Reko Batman (Trouper Zeke x Marque Louisiana), 11/15/95-6/29/06, Rocco the thistledown whippet, 04/29/93-10/14/08, Reko Zema (Mo Kick x Reko Princess), 8/16/98-4/18/10, the most beautiful girl in the whole USA, my good egg Joseph aka Won by a Nose (Oneco Cufflink x Buy Back), 09/22/2003-03/01/2013, and our gentle sweet Gidget (Digitizer, Dodgem by Design x Sobe Mulberry), 1/29/2006-11/22/2014, gone much too soon. Never forgetting CJC's Buckshot, 1/2/07-10/25/10. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Feisty49 Posted September 21, 2011 Share Posted September 21, 2011 My sympathy on the loss of your sweet kitty. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dante2zoe Posted September 21, 2011 Share Posted September 21, 2011 What a cutie! I am so sorry that it was her time. Quote Cindy with Miss Fancypants, Paris Bueller, Zeke, and Angus Dante (Dg's Boyd), Zoe (In a While), Brady (Devilish Effect), Goose (BG Shotgun), Maverick (BG ShoMe), Maggie (All Trades Jax), Sherman (LNB Herman Bad) and Indy (BYB whippet) forever in my heart The flame that burns the brightest, burns the fastest and leaves the biggest shadow Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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ozgirl2 Posted September 21, 2011 Share Posted September 21, 2011 I'm so sorry... kitties are very special, and she was a beauty! (I understand the need to get another cat(s) soon - when my Weenie went to the bridge, I had Merling 3 weeks later - couldn't stand the house without a cat!) Hugs... Quote Jeannine with Merlin, the crazed tabby cat and his sister, Jasmine, the brat-cat With Angel Cody(Roving Gemini), and Weenie the tortie waiting at the Bridge Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest indigojen Posted September 21, 2011 Share Posted September 21, 2011 I'm so sorry for your loss. Carey looked just like my Molly. Run free to both girls Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GreyPoopon Posted September 21, 2011 Share Posted September 21, 2011 I'm so very sorry. She was gorgeous as well as adorable. Godspeed Carey. Quote Standard Poodle Daisy (12/13) Missing Cora (RL Nevada 5/99-10/09), Piper (Cee Bar Easy 2/99-1/10), Tally (Thunder La La 9/99-3/10), Edie (Daring Reva 9/99-10/12), Dixie (Kiowa Secret Sue 11/01-1/13), Jessie (P's Real Time 11/98-3/13), token boy Graham (Zydeco Dancer 9/00-5/13), Cal (Back Already 12/99-11/13), Betsy (Back Kick Beth 11/98-12/13), Standard Poodles Minnie (1/99-1/14) + Perry (9/98-2/14), Annie (Do Marcia 9/03-10/14), Pink (Miss Pinky Baker 1/02-6/15), Poppy (Cmon Err Not 8/05-1/16), Kat (Jax Candy 5/05-5/17), Ivy (Jax Isis 10/07-7/21), Hildy (Braska Hildy 7/10-12/22), Opal (Jax Opal 7/08-4/23). Toodles (BL Toodles 7/09-4/24) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PattyE Posted September 21, 2011 Share Posted September 21, 2011 I'm so sorry. She was beautiful! Quote Patty, Mom to Jaxson 5/12/2017 Forever in my heart: Joey 11/01/2007 to 12/06/2018, Scout 11/19/2005 to 07/15/15 and Jack 01/03/2004 to 06/11/2011 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MarcR Posted September 21, 2011 Share Posted September 21, 2011 Godspeed, little Carey. I know exactly what you mean about "something missing" without a cat in the house. Quote Marc and Myun plus Starbuck (the cat)Pinky my AWOL girl, wherever you are, I miss you.Angels Honey (6/30/99-11/3/11) Nadia (5/11/99-6/4/12) Kara (6/5/99-7/17/12) Cleo (4/13/2000-4/19/2014) Antnee (12/1/2002=2/20/17) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hawthorn Posted September 21, 2011 Share Posted September 21, 2011 Beautiful cat - so sorry you had to say goodbye to her . Rest in peace, Carey . Quote When a relationship of love is disrupted, the relationship does not cease. The love continues; therefore, the relationship continues. The work of grief is to reconcile and redeem life to a different love relationship. ~ W Scott Lineberry Always Greyhounds Home Boarding and Greyhounds With Love House Sitting Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Houndtime Posted September 21, 2011 Share Posted September 21, 2011 I am so sorry for your loss. Quote Irene Ullmann w/Flying Odin and Mama Mia in Lower Delaware Angels Brandy, John E, American Idol, Paul, Fuzzy and Shine Handcrafted Greyhound and Custom Clocks http://www.houndtime.com Zoom Doggies-Racing Coats for Racing Greyhounds Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LisaB Posted September 21, 2011 Share Posted September 21, 2011 Thanks for sharing Carey and her story with us; I'm inspired by how you recognized her spirit and gave her the perfect family and adventures to make it soar. Your "thought-FULL-ness" really is a blessing to your fur-kids! & OOO, Lisa Quote Lisa...sharing the journey with my best friend, Kevin, and our four greyhounds:Littermates Sweetie* & Spicy (Possible Betsy, Possible Edna), Moody* (Jr's Moody Man), and Dragon (Kiowa Dragonfire) *Gone to wait for us at the Rainbow Bridge Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sabrina Posted September 21, 2011 Share Posted September 21, 2011 Carey Kitty Quote Caroline, Mom to Daphne (49B-50215) and Penny (41D-55779)Remembering Bridge Angels Margo and Sabrina Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Cara_Lea Posted September 21, 2011 Share Posted September 21, 2011 (edited) Anne.. I am so sorry.. play free at the bridge, beautiful girl... edited because my brain isn't awake yet. Edited September 21, 2011 by Cara_Lea Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Patsy Posted September 21, 2011 Share Posted September 21, 2011 Enjoy naps in the sunshine at the Bridge, sweetie. "A home without a cat is just a house" Quote Patsy and DH with the Humane Society specials, Linus & Jazz, in North Dakota Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sweetdogs Posted September 21, 2011 Share Posted September 21, 2011 I'm so sorry for your loss. She was a very beautiful kitteh & was lucky to be so loved. Godspeed Carey! Quote Deirdre with Conor (Daring Pocobueno), Keeva (Kiowa Mimi Mona), & kittehs Gemma & robthomas. Our beloved angels Faolin & Liath, & kittehs Mona & Caesar. Remembering Bobby, Doc McCoy, & Chip McGrath. "He feeds you, pets you, adores you, collects your poop in a bag. There's only one explanation: you are a hairy little god." Nick Galifinakis Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest jettcricket Posted September 21, 2011 Share Posted September 21, 2011 I'm so sorry for your loss.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest budsmom Posted September 21, 2011 Share Posted September 21, 2011 I'm so sorry. I know what a big hole those little creatures leave in your home and your heart. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
queenwinniesmom Posted September 21, 2011 Share Posted September 21, 2011 How beautiful she was! It's clear from the pictures that she was a very happy, well loved kitty. Fifteen years---what a wonderful long life she had with you. Somehow, I think she would want you to get another kitty to love. I'm so sorry you lost your precious Carey. Quote Nancy, Mom to Evangelina and Kiva Missing Lacey, Patsy, Buster, my heart dog Nick, Winnie, Pollyanna, Tess, my precious Lydia, Calvin Lee, my angel butterfly Laila, and kitties Lily, Sam and Simon My Etsy shop: http://www.etsy.com/shop/Catsburgandhoundtown Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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