I haven’t done a post in over a week in a half….I have been spending every moment with my cat Willow, I lost my precious baby girl yesterday to cancer and am beyond heartbroken. Her cancer was a result of vaccine-related fibrosarcoma. She was given 3 months to a year and she only made it for the 3 months. She is the second cat we lost to this, so please if you rescue a cat or kitten be very aware of this issue.
Fibrosarcomas and spindle cell tumors are the malignant counterpart of fibromas. Fibrosarcomas are the third most common skin tumor in cats. There is no sex or breed predisposition, but aged cats appear to be predisposed. Fibrosarcomas in cats can be caused by a virus, be associated with vaccination injection sites.
There is a beautiful song that brings comfort to me…..Anytime by Jane Siberry
Willow will be tremendously missed, but will always be in my heart. I love & miss you baby girl.
Just this side of heaven is a place called Rainbow Bridge.
When an animal dies that has been especially close to someone here, that pet goes to Rainbow Bridge. There are meadows and hills for all of our special friends so they can run and play together. There is plenty of food, water and sunshine, and our friends are warm and comfortable.
All the animals who had been ill and old are restored to health and vigor. Those who were hurt or maimed are made whole and strong again, just as we remember them in our dreams of days and times gone by. The animals are happy and content, except for one small thing; they each miss someone very special to them, who had to be left behind.
They all run and play together, but the day comes when one suddenly stops and looks into the distance. His bright eyes are intent. His eager body quivers. Suddenly he begins to run from the group, flying over the green grass, his legs carrying him faster and faster.
You have been spotted, and when you and your special friend finally meet, you cling together in joyous reunion, never to be parted again. The happy kisses rain upon your face; your hands again caress the beloved head, and you look once more into the trusting eyes of your pet, so long gone from your life but never absent from your heart.
Then you cross Rainbow Bridge together….
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Sorry Jess, hugs
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Thanks for the hugs Gerry!
Sorry for your loss Jess.
Laz, thank you! It’s hard to get through the working day…she used to sit on her kitty condo right next to my desk everyday and keep me company. I miss her dearly!
i’m so sorry for the loss of your sweet kitty!
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Jessica… I am sorry to hear about your cat. I know how hard it can be, because they are always with us, next to us and comforting us when we feel sad. You have all my sympathies.
Helene, that is something I will deeply miss…her comfort….she was always beside me, we slept cuddled together every night. Thank you!
Jessica | Cajunlicious recently posted..Willow
Lots of gentle hugs around you Jessica. So sorry to read about Willow.
It’s hard losing a family member and you do need to take time to grieve. We lost one of our cats to cancer last fall and one of the hardest part of it was watching our other cat grieve. We all missed him. Lots of hugs sent you way Darlin.
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Mj, thank you so much for the hugs, they are greatly needed and appreciated. It is so hard losing a family member especially before their time. I am so sorry about your cat, it’s hard on the whole family.
Jessica | Cajunlicious recently posted..Willow
So sorry for your loss hun. I can’t imagine living without my lovely princess Misse who actually looks like Willow! Willow will be in your heart forever, be strong my dear. xx
By the way, that Rainbow Bridge story really made me cry, so so beautiful. xx
You are very lucky to have such a beautiful girl then! I am trying to be strong…keep reminding myself that she is no longer in pain. That poem always brings me to tears, Our vet gave us that poem when we lost our first little girl.
Jessica | Cajunlicious recently posted..Willow
Rainbow Ridge, that’s where all my babies and Willow are – and where I will be at sometime. Willow misses her mom, but knows she will be with her at some time in the future. My heart goes out to you, but Willow wouldn’t want you to be sad.
Marilyn, thank you so much, at least all of our babies are playing together…waiting for us.
Jessica | Cajunlicious recently posted..Willow
So sorry to hear about your baby girl. What a pretty little thing she was. As hard as it is for us and them, I’m thankful we both had the opportunity to be there for our fur babies in the end. I’m still brokenhearted over losing a pet while I was out of state as a kid. I can’t imagine losing a pet to an accident of some kind. Just be thankful for the comfort you were able to bring her in the end. {{HUGS}}
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Thanks Chris, she always got compliments about how pretty she was. I am very thankful I was able to be with her through everything….being able to work at home is such a blessing….I got to spend every moment by her side.
Jessica | Cajunlicious recently posted..Willow
i know this loss well. my heart goes out to you.
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Thank you for your kindness Sandra!
Jessica | Cajunlicious recently posted..Willow
I am really sorry sweetie..you will keep her alive in your heart!!! Big hugs to you!!!!
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Sandra, thank you so much! Those were the exact words I said to her before she left. Thanks for the big hugs!
Jessica | Cajunlicious recently posted..Willow
Jessica, I am so SORRY to hear about your loss. The house will be different without your kitty.
(((HUG)))
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The house seems empty Angie, I miss hearing her run around and swatting at her set of balls with bells. I miss seeing her head pop out of her kitty condo to greet me every time I walk by. Pets are such a huge blessing and they hold such great places in our hearts. I wish I could have had more time with her.
Jessica | Cajunlicious recently posted..Willow
I am so sorry for your loss. It is hard to lose such a treasured member of your family and it never gets easier. I wish your family well and know that nothing helps more at this time than being together with some great comfort food.
Lots of love and well wishes.
Murissa
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Thank you Murissa, some comfort food sounds good right about now, if I can ever seem to get my appetite back. Thanks so much for all the love!
Jessica | Cajunlicious recently posted..Willow
That’s very sad. I’m sorry for your loss. I can’t imagine losing my Harley, Belle or Macey. They are as much a part of our family as our family is… in fact, more in a lot of cases!
Thanks Mike, she was my heart…..she slept cuddled in my body every night and I miss feeling her and hearing her loud purrs. They are family, to me they are my kids.
Jessica | Cajunlicious recently posted..Willow
I’m so so so sorry, Jessica. I know how hard it is to lose a pet – it’s absolutely heartbreaking. I’ll keep you in my thoughts + prayers. Sending lots of love from Nashville. xo
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Thank you Amy, it is heartbreaking, but she was so loved and gave us so much love. Thank you for the love, it is much needed!
Jessica | Cajunlicious recently posted..Willow
I am so sorry to hear about your loss Jessica. I too am a fur-mother and have suffered the loss of two of my older fur-babies (dogs) in the last 4 years. I know the feelings of loss and heartache you are going through. Thank you for the information too regarding cats. We have two cats right now and they are so very much loved by our family. Your sweet Willow was beautiful and she will be waiting for you on the other side of that bridge. Take care and sending you a big hug! ~ Ramona
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Thank you so much Ramona! It has been so hard and I feel so lost without her, but you are right I will see her on the other side of that bridge….I kept thinking yesterday that she is there now playing with her sister who we lost 4 years ago….it brought me comfort knowing that at least they are together. Thank you for the hug, have a great weekend!
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