Saturday, September 9, 2017

Purrs Please


Any and all purrs and pawsitive thoughts would be appreciated today.

Mom bean here.  Sami hasn't been feeling well for a couple of weeks.  I found a couple of her teeth in my bed one morning and since then she starting eating less.  The last few days have been troubling as her appetite has decreased further, her right eye waters, she's frequently sneezing and one side of her mouth appears to be swollen.

Today, she's hasn't eaten at all and until a couple of minutes ago, hadn't had anything to drink.  She's been sleeping most of the morning.  

We have an appointment at the vet in about an hour.  I'm praying that whatever is going on, can be readily fixed but am mentally preparing myself for the worst. 

She's on my lap at the moment, as if she knows she's the focus of this post.  I'll be giving her lots of love before we head out in the car.  I'll post an update later today or tomorrow.

Update:
Unfortunately my worst fears were realized.  Upon examination, the vet found a large invasive tumour that nearly filled Sami's mouth cavity.  We discussed potential surgeries and palliative care (which would have required pilling), but ultimately I decided I could not put Sami through more suffering and pain.  

With a heavy heart, and many tears I said good-bye to my sweet girl.  She went quietly and peacefully; I truly believe she knew it was her time.  Sami has joined her fursibs Silver, Shady, and Silas at the Rainbow Bridge.  I am grateful that she is no longer in pain, and I know the pain I feel today will be tempered in time.


Sami, you are and always will be part of my heart.  

25 comments:

  1. Oh, crap, crap, crap, crap, crap.

    Eileen, I'm so sorry. Oh, how I'm sorry. My first thought was dental issues, something relatively easily dealt with. I wasn't expecting this.

    Oh, h*ll. I'm sorry.

    My thoughts and prayers are with you, the boys send soft purrs.

    Going to have a good cry now.... :-(

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  2. Oh we are so very sorry to hear this about Sami. We send you lots of comforing purrs...we wish we could do more to take away the sadness you are feeling. :(

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  3. Oh no oh no..I'm so sorry to hear this. I'm in tears knowing your sweet Sami is gone. Saying goodby is the hardest thing to do, but you made the kindest decision.. Please know my thoughts are with you. Sending hugs xo Tamago

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  4. I am deeply deeply saddened by this precious girls pain and suffering and sad for your heart as well. They live on with us in our minds and hearts always.

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  5. Sami

    we have been offline since now; Godspeed your journey to heaven; you are and always will be, a beautiful girl.

    Mom gave you the two greatest gifts of all, love and compassion. We in turn know if you could speak; you would not only say, thanx mom, for everything, but we know you would say; "I love you too "

    We send our sincerest sympathies to mom and your family Sami; with hugs and loves always

    dai$y, tuna, boomer, dude and sauce ♥♥♥♥♥

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  6. Oh we are so very sorry to read about Sami's passing sending hugs and
    kitty kisses.
    Madi and mom

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  7. Dear Sami's mom
    The Trout town Tabbies told us about Sami's passing we have prepared a post for http://blogvillepotp.blogspot.com/
    This blog is on Pacific time. It is set to post at 5pm Pacific time.
    Hugs madi and Mom

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  8. What a gorgeous little girl she was....I'm so sorry for your loss. It's so hard isn't it. I lost my Sammy in December and my heart is still aching but I asked Angel Sammy to keep an eye out for YOUR Sami at the Brige to welcome her! Sending you comforting hugs.

    Love, Pam and Teddy too

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  9. Oh, Eileen, I'm so sorry about Sami. We love our precious furries and hate to see them suffer. Sami had a wonderful life with you. Warm hugs!

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  10. I am so sorry for the loss of your beautiful girl. XO

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  11. Oh, Sami is soooooooo beautiful. she reminds us of our sis Lexi. How we miss her. But, sis Lexi will help your Sami get accustomed to heaven now. We're so sorry fur your loss. We know da pain of that loss and are sendin' you lots of hugs and purrayers. We know you luvved your Sami and she luvved you.

    Luv ya'

    Dezi, Raena and mommy Audra

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  12. So sorry that you had to let go of your beloved Sami <3 Soft Pawkisses to comfort you <3 Fly Free beautiful Soul <3 <3 <3

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  13. I am so sorry about sweet Sami . Purrs and POTP to you and the rest of the crew. Fly free, pretty girl !

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  14. Oh no. I'm sorry I missed this article. I can't read the blogs every day as I have in the past. Such a terrible event, and so sudden. There was nothing more you could have done. Sami was a very lucky cat to have lived with you. Godspeed, Sami.

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  15. how absolutely heartbreaking. Sending you purrs of healing and condolence

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  16. Although we did not know Sami, we do understand loss and our hearts hurt for your grief. Purrs and gentle kitty kisses to you.

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  17. We are so sorry for your loss. Sending you all soft purrs and hugs.

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  18. We are so very sorry for the loss of your sweet Sami. Hugs and purrs.

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  19. We are sending you many purrs and prayers. Sami will always be with you.

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  20. I am so sorry for your loss. I have had two with oral cancer. You did the best thing to let her go. Sending healing light to you.

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  21. Oh no, we are so sad to read this. Sending you warm kitty hugs from all of us at The Lounge, and Mommy Trish.

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  22. I am so sorry for your loss. Cheshire Kitten sends purrs of comfort.

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  24. I am so sorry for your loss. My condolences, it is never easy when they have to leave. I miss mine all the time.

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