Monday, 23 July 2012

Splash

A favourite cat, Splash, died on me in the night. He suddenly became ill at midday on Saturday and I couldn't get any vet' to turn out. He got much worse over Sunday and even 'emergency' numbers were unanswered. Even just forty eight hours ago he seemed fine but, apparently, cats are adept at hiding illness. He survived a toxic shock and an operation consequential on that three months ago and I just hoped that he would pull through this but, as ever:

'Lo! some we loved the lov'liest and best'

are taken from us soonest. I buried him early this morning under an acerola tree with a red rose which, eventually, I had managed to grow in the windswept garden. I haven't felt so sad for a long time because, even fully grown, not only would he seek me out but he used actually to climb up me for attention and I shall miss him very much.

R.I.P. Splash: ''A very fine cat''.
Posted by NJS at 07:49

8 comments:

  1. Anonymous23 July 2012 at 12:56

    NJS, I'm very sorry to hear about your loss. Our "pets" are really companions and friends, and their familiar presence can really warm one's spirit. I hope you find peace soon.

    Derek

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  2. Derek23 July 2012 at 12:57

    NJS, I'm very sorry to hear about your loss. Our "pets" are really companions and friends, and their familiar presence can really warm one's spirit. I hope you find peace soon.

    Derek

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  3. Charles Bazalgette23 July 2012 at 12:59

    My deepest sympathy, Nicholas. I well know how it is. I have several cats who are that affectionate.

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  4. La Sombra Sofisticada23 July 2012 at 15:03

    I'm sorry to hear that.

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  5. NJS23 July 2012 at 15:24

    Thanks for the thoughts. The poor little fellow kept rising up every time I left his side for a moment. A wretched weekend - even though he has an identical twin, which is some consolation.

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  6. Anonymous24 July 2012 at 05:41

    NJS, I am also very sad to hear about Splash. My thoughts are with you....

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  7. Anonymous24 July 2012 at 06:03

    Dear Nicholas

    Splash's physical body has sadly died but his soul is eternal.

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  8. Anonymous24 July 2012 at 17:10

    Nicholas,

    So sorry to heat about your loss. We also lost a cat some years ago but, unlike in your case here, we will never know what happened to him as he simply disappeared one day. At least there is no mystery tugging at your heartstrings as to his status at death.

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