I am so sorry for your loss. It never gets easier. I know you know you gave her so much love, and also that you will love again. I came on here to post an updated pic of Django, and I hesitated when I saw your post, but he's such a joy, I hope that sharing him on here will cheer you and anyone else on here who needs it.
(Can't seem to get pic to post - will try again later!)
@michele-b, when I lost my cat, Holly, in 2016, I was devastated (still am in a way), but I had never heard of the Rainbow Bridge. I'll assume everybody here does know what it is, but in case somebody doesn't... perhaps the poem will help you and all the others have recently dealt with loss in this way. ❤️
There is a bridge connecting Heaven and Earth.
It is called the Rainbow Bridge because of all its beautiful colors.
Just this side of the Rainbow Bridge there is a land of meadows,
hills and valleys with lush green grass.
When a beloved pet dies, the pet goes to this place.
There is always food and water and warm spring weather.
The old and frail animals are young again.
Those who were sick, hurt or in pain are made whole again.
There is only one thing missing,
they are not with their special person who loved them so much on earth.
So each day they run and play until the day comes
when one suddenly stops playing and looks up!
The nose twitches! The ears are up!
The eyes are staring and this one runs from the group!
You have been seen and when you and your special friend meet,
you take him in your arms and hug him.
He licks and kisses your face again and again -
and you look once more into the eyes of your best friend and trusting
pet.
Then you cross the Rainbow Bridge together never again to be apart.
That poem always makes me tear up!
That's awesome. Neon tetras are a beautiful fish. I can give you some tips and tricks if you want.
@polarberry, that would be great! I have no idea on how to keep fish so I tried to read up as much as I can about the one she's chosen (the tetras). I know they live in schools of about 15 and need a tropical tank.
I do want my daughter to take responsibility and care for them though. Should be doable with a good aquarium, keeping the temperature just right and so on? Can't be too high maintenance due to it being 'her' fish.
Yes and no. In all honesty, neon tetras aren't the best choice if you are new to fishkeeping, as they tend to be fragile and finicky, but if you get the conditions just right before adding them, you should be fine. How long has your tank been cycling?
SO much love Michele. To be loved in that manner is a blessing. 20 years is a blessing as well. If a fraction of that love and care comes back to you, your heart will feel lighter and you will know how well you are loved and cared for. Be gentile to yourself for the next few days.
@michele-b Oh Michele, I am so sorry. Your story was heartbreaking with her little goodbye sound. I feel like they stay around for a while, close to you, before frolicking in kitty heaven. Sending you love and care.
Thank you so very much my friend ? Dogsitting our 100 lb "granddog" today and and reminding him that no, he does not fit in grandma's lap and paying extra attention to our other cat who is is refusing to even enter the totally cleaned and aired laundry room today is both distracting from the sense of loss and a good reminder there are many ways to redirect all the love and care I have a need to give today. Still, I keep remembering she's finally passed after so many weeks of constant care and cleaning/ laundry for her. Empty spot in my heart, house, and routine. The hole in the heart pang is always the most challenging. ?
Bless you Share. Our bonds run deep. Theirs with me and mine with them and your totally picking up on the intensity of that love.
We have a deep bond now too you and I from that sharing. Did you feel my great big boy furball cat come rushing in and jump on me? Hahaha.
I swear he picked upbon your energy as i was reading your post. He gave tons of purring kneading love more than he had all day long.
Messages of love from many through the veil. Soothes my heart so ?