Somer now lives only in our hearts and memories.She hadn't eaten in about a week, and was now walking slowly and unable to jump onto the bathroom counters to get a drink. When we would help her up, she'd look at the running water, take a lick or two, and then leave it.
Somer spent her last several days staying up on the back of the couch, not responding much to our attention, and not joining Cora at naptime or Violet at playtime.
I spoke to her vet on Friday, and she thought it sounded like it was time to say goodbye. I made an appointment for Tuesday afternoon, as that time worked around other things we had planned, and this particular vet's schedule.
But the later it got Friday, and especially as I tried to go to sleep, it felt like we needed to take her in Saturday. In the middle of the night, Stace and I talked it over and agreed. Her complete lack of eating must have meant she was in pain.
Saturday morning when Stace got up early for work, Somer still joined him in the bathroom for a (small) drink of water, and followed him out to the kitchen, as she has done daily for seven years. I know Stace's mornings will be so lonely and quiet without his early-rising friend.
I could go on, but I won't. Anyone reading this who has lost a pet who was more family member than animal knows what we're going through.
In the end, Stace and I both were with her, wishing her well and thanking our dear Somer for sharing life with us and our girls.
Rest in Peace, Somerset
2003 to Jan. 22, 2011
7 comments:
Goodbye...old friend. Somer was blessed to be part of a family that cared so much for her. God keeps all of our tears and cares about all of our losses. She will be missed by all. Within time, a new little "Sweetheart(s)" will join the Howard family to share your lives and hearts with. We love you all.
Mom and Dad.
I'm so sad for you guys. It's SO hard to lose a family member--human or animal.
So So sorry to hear that somer has gone ,but she will always be in your hearts, You gave her love the moment you found her right up until the end, and she in turn gave it back.She was a friend who will be missed so much. love to you all as always Mum and dad xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
:'( goodbye, somer. My thoughts are with you. JT
So sorry. Somer had a lovely life with a great family.
Cougs.
So sorry for your loss. She was a one of a kind cat, and will forever be in your hearts. Thoughts and prayers for a smooth transition for all of you. xo
In tears omg I have been there. You are in my thoughts and prayers! Xoxox
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