Our sweet Mandy is at peace

Mandycat · June 24, 2011, 10:10:58 PM

MANDY

With heavy and broken hearts, we made the decision to send Mandy on her journey to the Bridge on Friday afternoon.

I was so hopeful on Tuesday for more time, but Wednesday and Thursday were not good days and I knew Thursday night that Friday might be the day. She had been trying to find hiding places, was extremely lethargic, and was pushing the food out of her mouth when I tried to feed her. She clearly wasn't interested in being bothered at all. She had been pretty cooperative previously. I suspect that there was an ongoing slow bleed from the tumor, although not a total rupture, and it sent her spiraling down. On Friday morning, she was walking with some difficulty when she walked, and, when we were both out of the room for just a couple minutes, managed to squeeze behind the sofa that is against a wall, a place she had never gone to in 17 years. I knew for sure then that she was telling us that it was time. Her passing at the vet was peaceful and quick with both of us stroking her and whispering to her how much we loved her. I am at peace with our decision not to subject her to more pain by doing surgery with such a poor prognosis. I had hoped for a little more time if I could keep her comfortable and eating, but knew I was tossing the dice on that one, and that the time could come much sooner than I wanted. It hurts so much, as so many of you know from your own losses, but she is now frolicking with our other Angels and waiting for our ultimate reunion someday and I will find comfort in that. We have 17 years of wonderful memories.

We love you, sweetie, and miss you so very much!

Fizzy1 · June 24, 2011, 10:30:05 PM

Oh, I was not expecting to see this

I'm know you weren't expecting to say goodbye so soon but as I found with Fizzy and Scooby, when it's time, you know. I am so sad for you and your family for losing your baby Mandy. You have been the best kitty mom! I'm so sorry you didn't have more time together

{{{Hugs}}} I will keep you all in my thoughts.

alek0 · June 24, 2011, 11:09:15 PM

I am so sorry.

NedF · June 24, 2011, 11:58:36 PM

Oh no, Mandycat, I am so sorry. I never thought she would be gone so soon. She let you know it was time and I'm glad (and sad) that you listened to her. I know how hard that is and how much you miss her.

August · June 25, 2011, 12:30:33 AM

Mandycat,

I know you did so much researching to find the best for your Mandy. You did everything and gave everything, and it's so good to hear that the process was peaceful. It's really wonderful that she gave you a very specific sign to tell you that it was time.

I send you and your family much warmth and peace. My heart truly aches for you.

Meowli · June 25, 2011, 02:27:59 AM

I am so sorry Mandycat. Rest in peace sweet Angel Mandy.

Many {{hugs}}

JoMax · June 25, 2011, 03:59:49 AM

So sorry to hear this news so soon - my heart goes out to you and sends you comfort at such a sad time.
Even knowing it's time and that you've had so many joyful years together never make it any easier to part here.
Many's spirit is now running free & whole and will be there with you in love forever.

catmom5 · June 25, 2011, 06:07:54 AM

I'm so sorry that this has all happened so soon. It sounds like you are at peace with your decision, though, and that Mandy let you know that she was ready to leave. I'm glad her passing was gentle and swift, with her loved ones right there to send her on her way. I'm just so sorry.
Comfort and peace to you as you grieve this loss.
catmom5

lesliek · June 25, 2011, 06:52:39 AM

Mandycat I am so sorry it was this soon. I had hoped you would have more time together , but it sounds like Mandy was ready and clearly showing you that. I am glad things were very peaceful for all of you and know that you did what was best for Mandy. RIP Angel Mandy , run free healthy and with no pain.

catbird · June 25, 2011, 07:02:43 AM

I am just so sorry that the time came so soon. I'd been hoping that Mandy would have much more "good time" But in the end, you made the most loving decision.

Rest in peace, dear little torti Mandy.

bug · June 25, 2011, 07:20:34 AM

It's so devastating when there's precious little time from when you discover they're ill to when you have to say goodbye. I'm glad Mandy told you that it was time and that both you and dh were listening. Her peaceful passing has to be of some comfort and we know that you'll be reunited one day. I know how it stings right now and I'm sending healing thoughts and hugs from across the miles.

I'm so sorry she had to go so soon. Be at peace, little Mandy.

shadowmice · June 25, 2011, 07:25:58 AM

I'm so sorry to see this news about Mandy. Hopefully the happier memories of your many years together will help ease the pain of her loss a little.

RufusTKatt · June 25, 2011, 08:48:48 AM

I'm so sorry to hear this news, Mandycat. It's never easy, but it does seem like Mandy let you know it was time. I'm so happy you had 17 wonderful years with her.

Spartycats · June 25, 2011, 10:04:45 AM

Godspeed, little angel Mandy.

May good memories heal your broken hearts.

macush · June 25, 2011, 10:06:23 AM

Oh Mandycat, my heart goes out to you. But you listened to her and did the right thing. She is now out of pain and no longer suffering. And that's the most we can give to the pets we love so much.

Our sweet Mandy is at peace

Spartycats