my rosie

Its been 2 weeks since I lost my 20 year old rosie. I'm heart broken I'm crying all the time little things are setting me off like putting her food down her friendly love I want to believe she is crossing the bridge and she is free from pain. I don't know how to move forward I know its been two weeks and it may take time. She was part of my life for 18 years up intil a month ago she was never ill. I was nursing her up until the vet put her to sleep. She would sleep on the bed and her back legs went so I put duvets and blankets so she could get down easier. I feel so guilty I had her put to sleep couldn't even say goodbye my husband took her to emergeny vets. I wanted to keep her with me and hope she would pass in her sleep but she deteriorated quickly. Can anyone understand?

Oh, my Darlin, yes.  We all understand.  And we will grieve with you.  You gave your friend a wonderful life, and she gave you her love.  It is so hard to lose them, their little lives are far too short for our comfort! 

Yes, it will get better with time.  It will.  But like losing ANYONE you love, you won't really get OVER it, just THROUGH it.  And yes, I believe that she is at the Bridge, playing with the others who wait for us there.  I keep picturing my canine sister that I grew up with playing with a child who is waiting, so patiently, for its mother to come.  It helps.

Rest you genlte, Rosie, dream you deep.

Sorry for your loss of Rosie. I wish you peace during this difficult time. I and others here sure do understand. Sorrow, emptiness, guilt, regret, anger and anxiety are powerful emotions that attack us because we have loved. It certainly is not fair how our minds get stuck thinking about the last days.With time, we eventually realize the time we had with our cats was a blessing and our memories jewels. Rosie is now in perfect condition in a perfect place.

Thank u both for your replies so grateful I have come across this forum. Rosie had her own little personality she was so loving used to head butt me or paw my face for attention at night time she would lie on me.  Feel so bad for not being there when the vet put her down wanted to but was so upset I'm pretty sure she had a stroke cos she seemed lob sided. Even tho I loved her so much couldn't see her suffer. I have a lock of her hair gonna put in a locket. And I have a blown up pic on my bedtime table.

Oh honey, I am so sorry. I totally understand the pain and hurt you feel. Only times heals the pain. You had Rosie for 20 years that's a beautiful gift by itself. You gave her love and a home. She will love you forever. Rip rosie [emoji]128570[/emoji][emoji]10084[/emoji]

I'm so sorry about your loss. I lost my sweet baby girl Timmy on Wednesday. I had her for 16 years so I truly understand how you feel. We will get thru this sad time. Our hearts are broken but we just need time.

I'm so sorry about Rosie.  They truly become part of the family and after so many years together, it's devastating to lose them.  As others have said, we do understand.  It does get less painful with time, though I know it's hard to believe when the grief is so new.  My thoughts are with you.  

Very sorry to hear about the loss of your beloved Rosie, and like others have said we truly do understand, they become such a huge part of our lives and when they pass the pain can be unbearable, but it does lessen as time goes by. You had her for 20 years which is amazing, but the time never seems to be long enough. But you took care of her and showed her love and a wonderful life, you have no regrets and neither did she, and perhaps with time if you feel ready you can give a wonderful home and life to another kitty in need.

God Bless......

Anyone who has shared the love and their life with one of these special angels know the heartache and pain that come from losing them. You hurt so bad because you loved so much. There is no 'getting over it' you learn to adjust your life and live with it. A broken heart takes a long time to heal, and it will always have a scar to remind you of the pain. For 18 years she shared your life and your love, a big part of your life. To not have her in it now is more than your heart can comprehend, time is the only thing that helps. Try not to dwell on the end, keep busy and do good things in her name to honor her memory. Bring cat food and litter to a shelter or food pantry, I pay for the adoption of a little one who has spent way too long waiting for someone to love, it helps to find them a home quicker. Her path is along a different road now, but it will always parallel yours until it crosses again, she will always be held to your heart and soul by the strong bond you have formed through so many years together. Use it and your precious memories to bring comfort and her love to you once more. I'll pray for you all, take care and know we understand how you feel..........RIP dear Rosie,  you were an angel on earth that has returned to your rightful place as a princess of the heavens. Please know you will be forever missed, but will live on in the tender heart of the one who loves you so much, sleep tight,little one!  

I'm so sorry for your loss. It's been over 3 years since I lost my Mario who had been with me for no longer than 3 years and it still breaks my heart to think that he is no more. Therefore, I can't begin to imagine how heartbreaking it would be for you to deal with the loss of Rosie after being together for 18 years. My heart goes out to you and to dear Rosie. May she Rest In Peace.

​Thank u for your post catcurls. Im sorry for your loss too. 3 years is so young. Think I thought rose would go on years even tho she was 20  until  a month ago she never been ill just went to the vets for booster. Wanted her to be asleep and go in her sleep it never went like that I nursed her for a month the vet thought she had a small stroke. About a month ok she became ill very quickly she was lobed  sided her back legs were going. I knew in my mind this is bad my hubby took her to emergency vet where the vet put her down. I'm so devasted my heart is broken feels so empty without her

You are with people who know how much pain you are in and know how special and important our little furry friends are. I am so sorry for your loss. RIP sweet Rosie

​Thanks everyone guess its gonna take timeto get through this but at the moment I'm grieving. Some people say its only a cat but she was my cat and had her own personality. She was an outside cat in her younger days she loved the sun and bringing me presents such as mouses and frogs. When we moved to this address kept her in us we were on a busy road

I am so sorry for your loss.  You are on a forum where people truly understand.  I imagine most here have lost a beloved pet and still grieve sometimes.  You will never forget Rosie, but as time goes by, you will be able to think about all the wonderful things about her and the time and love you shared with her, and not so much her last days and your great loss.  I am sorry that you did not get to say good-bye to her, but you know it was time to let her go and end her suffering.  My heart goes out to you and I send you my best.  

​Thank u boris for your kind words. Feels strange her not here esp at night she was a one off cat and I had a special bond with her. She has been with me when ive had my ups and downs. No wont forget her glad shes not suffering anymore xx

rosiejones said:

 
Its been 2 weeks since I lost my 20 year old rosie. I'm heart broken I'm crying all the time little things are setting me off like putting her food down her friendly love I want to believe she is crossing the bridge and she is free from pain. I don't know how to move forward I know its been two weeks and it may take time. She was part of my life for 18 years up intil a month ago she was never ill. I was nursing her up until the vet put her to sleep. She would sleep on the bed and her back legs went so I put duvets and blankets so she could get down easier. I feel so guilty I had her put to sleep couldn't even say goodbye my husband took her to emergeny vets. I wanted to keep her with me and hope she would pass in her sleep but she deteriorated quickly. Can anyone understand?

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I feel your pain for Rosie.  It is so hard to let go.

Don't feel bad.  Your kitty went through the cycle

of life just like us humans do.  You had a wonderful

20 years together.  Try not to stress yourself out,

it's just not healthy.  Grieve and try to move forward

with another loving kitty.  Hang in there, it will get

better.

I know how you feel. Losing a pet is always hard. 20 years was a long time, your Rosie will never be gone completely. A pet is part of the family and family is always with you.

​Cant stop thinking of rosie got a pic of her by side of bed.  She was so loving we had a strong bond. Just started thinking maybe I can help some other cat from the rescue. Really don't know if I'm ready

Hang in there, you'll know when you're ready.

Sorry for your loss.  It's always hard when 

you lose them.  Hang on to all the memories

you had.  It will get better.

for Rosie