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24-APR-2011 LynnH

OCTOBER 19

Sugar Land, TX

Saying Goodbye is Never Easy
An old photo of Simon for today. He still looks good in this picture.
It was from a year and half ago.

I had to make the decision to end his life when it became apparent that he
wouldn't get better. Vet said it was Intestinal Cancer.

I spent some time with him before we went to the Vet. I made a lunch of warm steak,
minced into bite size pieces and brushed him. Two things he loved. Beside me that is.
He was a true "dog" cat, who was constantly at my side or on my lap.
My lap feels empty now.

I held him, and he purred right until the very end.
Thanks to my Pbase friends and to Simon's Pbase fans, who all sent condolences.
Much appreciated.


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Walter Otto Koenig16-Nov-2012 05:30
Love this portrait of him. Sending good thoughts your way.
Dan the Man27-Oct-2012 12:44
It is always hard to have a friend leaving us for a better world... I had lost my best friend Odie a few years ago and I still miss him...
Jackdad25-Oct-2012 20:00
I'm so sorry to hear of your loss Lynn. Prayers and blessings from our family to yours.
Irene Wehrli21-Oct-2012 17:28
I forgot to say - he looks so beautiful, thank you...
Irene
Irene Wehrli21-Oct-2012 17:26
O dear, I know how you feel - you did the right thing, I'm sure he has a huge place in your big heart Lynn!
With tears in my eyes
Irene
David Sands21-Oct-2012 13:22
So sorry Lynn. Having a pet, taking care of them and being with them at the final day/hours is true sign of love. Your a great person-
Spending those final moments touched me. Your a good "Soul" lady! I am sure Simon is romping around doing what any good "dog Cat" would do!

Positive thoughts to you! (Great shot)
Tom LeRoy21-Oct-2012 09:42
Yes, he's a beauty. The love stays after they are gone. Went through this ordeal with our 4 cats... I truly understand. V
Guest 21-Oct-2012 06:13
Very nice!
Frank Brault20-Oct-2012 22:57
Very sad. The photo is lovely and will bring back many fine memories. V
Karen Stuebing20-Oct-2012 21:59
I am very sorry Lynn. There are no words that take away the pain. This is a beautiful tribute to your pretty long time companion who has now crossed Rainbow Bridge.
laine20-Oct-2012 21:31
Never easy to make that decision, but never easy to see them suffer either. Simon was a lovely boy!!
Margaret Sloan20-Oct-2012 20:54
What a sweet kitty!
larose forest photos20-Oct-2012 20:42
It is hard to look at beautiful Simon and know he is no more. Although, of course he will live on forever in your wonderful photos of him and in your heart and thoughts. He will surely be missed. You are having a very hard time now, I know. I can empathize completely. V
Mairéad20-Oct-2012 20:41
I am so sorry to read this Lynn. I've got a big lump in my throat as I know how fond you were of him and he of your.
They really do become part of our families and the last decision is the hardest to make, but the right one.
Coleen Perilloux Landry20-Oct-2012 18:44
My loving sympathy to you. Losing a pet is heartwrenching and forever.
Ceya20-Oct-2012 18:41
My warm condelences, Lynn. A difficult decision, and a touching goodbye... V
Paolo Peggi (aka Bracciodiferro)20-Oct-2012 18:32
I know how much you're hurting....
Paolo
joseantonio20-Oct-2012 18:17
Great capture. Love those eyes...V.
Guest 20-Oct-2012 18:12
Splendid work. V.
Walter Otto Koenig20-Oct-2012 18:12
A wonderful portrait of this beautiful boy. "V"