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got a card from the vet.......

Hound Girl on Grief - Thu, December 27 2007

ever since i woke up this morning, i kept thinking, "it's been a whole week since stuart left this earth". dang, why do we have to do that to ourselves, you know? this past week has really flown by, with the holiday and all. it feels like it was just a day or so ago. i will say that time is helping heal my heart, and i have considered adopting another kitten sometime, but not sure when, or if i for sure will. the main reason is because speedy seems awfully lost without his pal...he has never been an only cat in all of his 14 years. i am just going to enjoy time with him, and think about it. i do know we could offer a wonderful home to a kitten in need, but it's going to have to be that RIGHT one...not one to replace stewie, but one that fits our quirky household. anyhow, i opened the mail today, and there was a card from the indianapolis veterinary specialists, where he had been getting treated. those people really CARE about the animals they take care of. each person who had worked with him had written a little personal note inside the card, telling of how special he was to them. the vet wrote a note inside also saying that i should not feel badly for anything, because i did do everything i could to save him, but that his disease was just too much for him. i tell you, it's little things like this that make me feel really good. not only did my little guy touch our family's life, but he touched many others, as well. i am sure they will not soon forget that sweet little tuxedo boy who was so full of love, but it was time for him to share his love in heaven. i swear i thought i heard him meow today. maybe it was him, i don't know...........

Gunner on Dec 27 at 07:49 PM

That was so nice and thoughtful of them. When Beau died, my vet donated to Purdue's vet school in his name and I was so stunned. It was a kind act. I'm so glad to hear you're doing better. We're still thinking of you.

Riley Coyote on Dec 27 at 07:56 PM

When my momma lost my big sis Sammy, her vet wrote her a long letter...she still has it and cherishes it! She wishes she could find a vet down here like our one back in Indiana! You did hear him meow! He will always be with you!

Love...Ry and mom

Deuce on Dec 27 at 08:07 PM

Aw, I bet it was Stuart you heard meowing. My momma's friend Barb is taking care of him, okay? Maybe you could adopt Mama Muttblood's Christmas kitten her hubby brought home. Their household is probably pretty quirky too with my darling Madeleine, Sydney, and the cats.

Little CeeCee on Dec 27 at 08:21 PM

We all wish you a happy new year, and know that your little Stewie is playing happily in heaven with all his kitty friends. He will never be sick or in pain again. You were a wonderful Mommy to him. We're all thinking about you! xoxo Little CeeCee and Family

Ojo on Dec 27 at 08:31 PM

that was a kind thing for them to do for you and Stewart. I have one too from my girls and years later, pulling it out and rereading it always puts a smile on my face and warmth in my heart with memories...and it's usually those days that I re-read them that the girls visit me in my dreams. Memories live on forever...

Denny Crane on Dec 27 at 08:55 PM

I'm sure that was my good friend, Stuart, meowing hello to you. He is always there when you need him. Sir Denny Crane

Zoey on Dec 27 at 09:03 PM

That was very sweet of them to send a card. It's wonderful when you find a vet that cares that much about your pet. Perhaps Speedy should come over for a play date. I have lots of toys and love to play!

Sparky McCloud Carte on Dec 27 at 10:31 PM

Other kittys do help heal our hearts and entertain to pain away, but we will always remember. The man above us is just making room for more kitty forever homes. And its his turn to spend time with Stuart, and that is saying how special he still is even when he's gone. Lots of hugs to you!

Kirby on Dec 27 at 10:57 PM

We've been thinking about you. What a wonderful vet you had that treated Stuart. When the time comes to adopt another baby, you'll just know.

Madison♥ on Dec 27 at 11:38 PM

Stuart must have been a very special kitty to touch so many lives. How nice of the vet staff to remember him in such a lovely way.

PWDMOM on Dec 27 at 11:49 PM

AWW what a sweet vet you have Kelly.

((((Hugs)))))

Rachel the human

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