In Remembrance of Muffin
Saturday, 22 Jan 2005 | Pets
Muffin (1994-2005)
With a heavy heart, we had Muffin put down today at our vet's office.
Muffin was my best friend. Toni would often say, "She lives for you, Michael." And that was true. She adored me. She loved all of us, but she had a special soft spot for me. She would always come up to greet me first thing in the morning before my shower. I would pick her and pet her once on my way into the shower and then once again on the way out. It was our daily ritual and we both loved it.
The vet was so sweet and considerate of our feelings. I can't thank him enough for his caring manner. Erin, Toni and I were there when she was put down. He shaved her little paw and gave her the injection. After she had passed, she looked very peaceful with her eyes crystal clear and gazing. It was very quick, not more than about 30 seconds. I'm glad she didn't have to suffer any further. She was very dehydrated and hungry because her failing kidneys and liver caused her to be nauseous and not able to hold down food and water.
On the trip to the vet, Erin held Muffin on her lap. Muffin was calm and seemed to enjoy the trip. She looked outside, very curious of the scenery, scanning everything through the window. She was such a loving cat, always sweet and personable. Last night we spent a lot of time with her. Although she was weak and tired, she made it a point to rotate between the three of us, making sure not to ignore anyone. I was so emotionally drained that I went to bed at 10:00 PM, unheard of for me.
The house feels a little bit empty without my buddy, Muffin. She will be missed sorely. My nephew, Michael, talked to Toni over the phone today. He is five years old. He was crying as he talked to her. It was touching to see how broken up he was about Muffin. He loved her very much too.
We decided to have Muffin cremated. We'll decide later what will be done with the ashes. I thought it might be nice to spread them at some location Toni and I love; a place we love as much as we loved her. I thought that would be fitting.
Comments
Dad said at 6:03 AM on Sunday, January 23, 2005
Mike, you must be experiencing unbearable pain and sadness at the sudden loss of your beloved Muffin. I know that Toni and Erin are also devastated. I am so very sorry! Muffy was a loving and special member of your family from the early days of your marriage, and it will never be the same without her. I feel that it is my loss also, because I had a lot of contact with her and loved her very much. Mike, keep her always in your heart, and savor the many fond memories of your years spent with her.
I pray the Lord will comfort all of you in your hour of sorrow.
God bless you all.
Love, Dad
disneymike said at 11:18 AM on Sunday, January 23, 2005
Thanks dad. That was so nicely conveyed.
Brad said at 9:34 PM on Sunday, January 23, 2005
My thoughts go out to you and the family, Mike. Even when you know its coming, its still so very hard. These animals we call "pets" are so much more, they really are family members and when they are gone, the house feels diminished.
ljc said at 12:44 PM on Monday, January 24, 2005
I am so sorry to hear this. But how lucky you were to have such a wonderful cat!
disneymike said at 2:33 PM on Monday, January 24, 2005
Brad and Jenny, thank you so much for your kind words. :O)
Tina said at 7:51 PM on Monday, January 24, 2005
Mike, so sorry to hear of your loss. They speak not, yet they are loved intensely.
Hieu said at 11:23 PM on Monday, January 24, 2005
Muffin was blessed to have lived with a family that loved her so very much. I will keep you in my prayers.
disneymike said at 12:12 AM on Tuesday, January 25, 2005
Tina and Hieu, thanks for your concern. It's much appreciated. ;O)
Ingrid said at 6:24 PM on Monday, April 11, 2005
Awe, how sad. =( Your post brought me to tears. I know that bond between humans and cats. I had a Siamese named Tex who would fall asleep in my arms, cradled like a baby. We would "talk" to one another. He'd meow in response to my comments. My mom let him out of my house one night while I was at class and he was hit by a car. I was devastated and sobbed for months after his death. It was as painful as losing one of my children. I will always miss him terribly.
disneymike said at 6:33 PM on Tuesday, April 12, 2005
Ingrid, thanks so much for your sympathy. I'm so sorry for your Tex too.
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