Romeo's final Journey

Romeo's journey ended at 12:35pm Friday 12/16/2016. This day is burnt in my heart forever. I know he isn't suffering no more and I am grateful for that but I am so mad at a disease at is so brutal on animals it's just not fair they don't understand why we are putting sq needles in them, giving them more shots and poking medicine down them. CKD has many faces . It's bad enough that your kidneys shrivel up, have like cysts like sores on them,but you make them sick at there stomach, diarrhea, vomiting,stomach acid, mouth ulcers, bleeding and then anemia. This is a brutal disease and I truly hate it! It's took so many. I'm very upset with grief and left with emptiness. This is really hard I miss him so. I will never get the image as the life slips away from his eyes. Gosh this is really hard.

Romeo didn't deserve this, and you are right to feel anger at something that causes someone you love such pain. It takes so very long for the emptiness to leave your heart and to get through this grieving process, you have to form a new life's order for yourself and accept that Romeo is taking another path in his journey. But this path will never stray far from yours.

What you have forged through love is spiritual, not physical, he will always be close by and will always have a place in your heart. You gave him the most wonderful gift of all, your love and caring, it is all he ever wanted and he would not want the one he loves so very much to be sad because he had to go. You could not let him suffer a day longer, you gave him this one final act of love and a piece of your heart to bring with him for comfort and to remind him he is so very loved. He left you with your precious memories of a special time in your life that he shared with you for a while, celebrate knowing that boy and what he brought into your world, he gave you so much. One day you will remember him with a smile, the tears still may fall for the ache in your soul, but knowing he is past his pain now and that you gave him the comfort and love you did when he needed you the most will bring comfort to a broken heart.

Fill your time and mind with good deeds done to honor that sweet little boy, donate your time at a local shelter or give comforting words to others who suffer because you know the pain they go through. Don't be afraid to accept another little one into your home and your heart, It distracts you from your grief and in time you learn to love again in a different way. What you had with Romeo can never be replaced, it was unique, but there is room for another love in your heart, unique too and satisfying if you let it.

My heart goes out to you, I'm so sorry for the loss to your life, know you are not alone, I'll pray for you both...........RIP sweet Romeo,  you will always have a place in a loving heart, know you will be always missed and never forgotten. Stay warm on the laps of angels who will watch over you, now and forever!     

I'm so sorry that you had to let him go. I agree with Di and Bob that ending his suffering was a kindness and he is at peace now, although it is the hardest decision to make. Take care, and know that the pain will ease in time.

It is heartbreaking to say goodbye to our dear friends. Romeo knew he was loved and I am certain that your presence eased his passing. RIP beautiful boy

Very sorry for your loss, the love you had for him was obvious and will never fade. He is not in pain anymore, and I hope that your heart starts to heal slowly a little bit each day.

God Bless.......

I'm so very sorry for your loss.  RIP little angel Romeo.  

I want to thank the kindness of the thread,. I have friends at work but I have only a couple friends that understand when a member of the family that has passed is a cat. But he was more. He was my baby. I couldn't have children They are a part of you and your family. I didn't go to work the day after I couldn't keep from crying. I went today and I broke down every time someone asked how I was. This morning was bad because he would come in the bathroom while I was getting ready for work. How am I going to get over this and not be a depressed mess. Which I feel I could. My husband doesn't want another cat but I've been a cat person all my life. Yes I like dogs but I'm a cat person. But him not wanting another cat bothers me. I do need time but I know me I will want a new baby in time.. Anyway bless everyone on this thread and I hope the strength of this thread helps heal our broken hearts. I don't know what every preference is for the holidays but I hope you have a great holiday. I'm am going to work that day to try to keep my mind occupied. Bless you all and Romeo if you can hear my thoughts I miss you and love you.

The last act of kindness is the one that scars us for life. I can remember watching Kitten go limp. Wanting to scream. But we take that pain and bear it to know they passed in peace. It will be hard but eventually you can look back just a bit to where they were whole and happy and you start to realize that but for YOU Romeo would never have been loved and cherished and lived the fullest life possible. Most of us carry many scars from the pets we've had to help out of this world and the pain they were in. Wear it proudly you're one of the good ones. I am so deeply sorry for your loss. It just takes time.

I am so sorry for your loss. I know how it feels to see the life fade away from their eyes helplessly. The pain cannot be described in words. With time you will start feeling better. For now, be happy for the fact that your baby's suffering is over and he is very happy wherever he is. As Di and Bob suggested, find a shelter, and help the needy in your free time. There are so many who need your love and care. It will fill your mind and heart with peace. God bless you.

RIP Romeo

My cat Socks died the same day the same way and I am still sad. I hate it when they won't even eat anymore. The worst is during the holidays which I don't care about no more.

Reddice if you need to talk I'm here , I'm so lonely without my little man so I'm here for you

Hi hun this pain is unbearable I lost my baby my cat she was 20 years old. I can totally understand how u feel Romano sounds a loving cat part of your family. I feel so many emotions at mo gulity miss herso much she was so loving. If u ever want to talk I'm here feel your pain xx

Hello Rosiejones, I'm so sorry for your loss of your sweet baby I'm having a real hard time dealing with the absence of Romeo,I keep on waiting on him to round the corner and there he will be, but he is not. To day I went to the store and went down the cat food isle and just cried. I know you can't replace another cat for another but my husband doesn't want another cat in the near future and this bothers me. I like dogs but I'm a true cat person so I am having trouble with this, 20 years was a long time for a cat you were very lucky to have your baby that long,I wished they could speak to use and tell us what they want and feel. I'm so sorry that you going through this and if you need to talk just give me a shout. Bless you and your family during this time. What was your cats name.....[emoji]128062[/emoji]

​How u doing today?  My cats name is rosie she was 20 years old she was so loving she used to head butt and paw my face for affection. words cant describe how much I miss her she had been struggling for a month with her back legs and her balance on one side. The vet thought she had a mini stroke at this time. Things detiorated for her she had no quality of life and seemed in pain the vet said she had another stroke but this time a major stroke my husband took her to emergency vet I knew her time had come. Since sunday I have been in tears feels strange not having her around feel broken hearted. I'm sorry for your loss too they come part of your family.How old was your cat? xx

Hello Rosie, I'm so glad that this site is here, I just don't know what I've done without it. It helps so much to speak to people like you that truly knows the pain of what we are going through. I had Romeo 14 years at least he made it through his birthday which was September 13the I was afraid that he wouldn't. He was such a sweet soul he would paw at me too exspecially when he wanted your attention. He was really spoiled but that was ok I couldn't have children so he got alot of attention. I wished we weren't going through this and the holidays are not helping the Christmas music at work kills me. Some people just don't understand when they asked what's wrong with me but they are true animal lovers and have not been touched by one. Romeo had such a outgoing personality,. If you came to my house instead running away from you he would greet you at the door and wanted you to love on him that is how he got his name. When I went to get him he picked me instead me picking him. How did you get your Rosie 20 years ago what was her favorite food? Thank you for answering my thread it sure helps,.Bless you. I pray that our babies will see us one day.

Thank u so much for replying when did your romeo pass? My rosie the vet think she either had a stroke or a brain tumour she was suffering feel so gulity to have her put down on Saturday. The vet said there was nothing more they could do.I was so upset I couldn't say goodbye I miss her so much can't stop crying. I had her when she was 2 a women gave her to me. Everything in my life she was there for me. Rosie favourite food was tuna or roast chicken she was spoilt. As I never had her ashes I asked the vet if I could have a lock of hair gonna put it in a locket. Did u have romeo ashes? I'm so sorry for your loss if u need to talk I'm here. Xx

Hello to the thread. I guess everyone is getting ready for the holidays. I'm very sad and depressed. The holidays hasn't been the same since I lost both my parents. It's just my husband and I because I couldn't have children. It bothered me for a while but I there was nothing I could do I just told everyone I probably become and old crazy cat lady. Well here I am a old crazy cat lady and I miss it. I miss Romeo!, The pain hasn't eased up at all. The house is so empty and silent. My husband don't understand. I broke down crying and he asked me what's wrong and I told him I miss Romeo and he said for me to quit dwelling on him. I can't help it I miss him so. I'm so lonely without him. He used to sleep with me every night and stick his paws in my face and stretch. Sweet little paws[emoji]128062[/emoji]. Gosh I miss him so. I know they say it suppose to get easier but right now it's pure hell on earth. I'm sorry to the thread for being such a downer but I'm feeling different.I'm so sad!

My heart is breaking for the pain you are going through. Your latest post has me in tears. I completely understand your feelings. I lost both my parents also. My dad when I was only six, but my Mom about five years ago. She was truly my best friend, and she loved Christmas! Than, I lost my precious kitty Mickey two years ago. I still cry over both losses, my Mom and my Mickey. I try my best with the holidays, as I do have my husband and a son. I am telling you all this so you will know that I do understand your feelings. I truly wish I had some magic words to comfort you. I only hope in time that you can think of your sweet Romeo with more smiles than tears. You gave him a warm home and all your love. He loved you so much as well. He will remain with you always (in his own special place in your heart).
Please be kind to yourself.
Romeo is still with you and always will be.
I am here for you, if and when you need me. I never want you to think that you are alone in your pain.
RIP Sweet Romeo!
Please comfort your loved one, as she misses you so very much!