A Big Loss

I have never ever felt such a hole in my heart like the one I’m feeling now. My beloved feline Simba is gone, I found him lying lifeless on Tuesday morning, September 24. It was more than likely heart failure, sudden, and without warning. I’m not one to cry, but tears flowed freely off and on for several days.

Simba came to me, I had no part in his being here, he must’ve known what I’d do, what else could I do? It was late March, temperatures at night were in the 20s and 30s, he made his appearance on the back porch, almost nightly before I knew he aimed to get a bite to eat. So we left food, and water for the skinny and brawny but handsome young man.

A trip to the local vet was scheduled and after a few more days and nights of free dinner and a warm cloth-filled box to sleep in, I finally lured Simba into a pet carrier. Suprisingly, he didn’t get very upset about being caged. I felt like he kind of knew it was going to be alright and that I would take care of him. And so I did.

What a short but love-filled life he had! Simba created a place of his own in my heart, and he will live there now, never to be forgotten.

Rest in peace Simba, you gave me something that no human could have! I love you and miss you terribly.

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Condolences dear TC
You have a heart of gold and your grief for your feline shows this —
And recently I saw a few comics where pets were on welcome teams in heaven – I hope
To see my pets again and that brings me comfort
And whew – Simba was a beauty!

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TC Conner on October 17, 2019 at 3:28 PM said:

He was king in my heart!

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- Prior... on October 17, 2019 at 3:36 PM said:
  
  I know….
  and my heart goes out to you!
  and you likely do not want to hear this – but it should get easier – mine did –

Beautiful, emotional and sad story. I am very sorry for your loss. Strange how you and Rory are going through the same sad loss right now. My heart hurts for all of you.

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TC Conner on September 30, 2019 at 8:08 PM said:

I’m sorry for anyone who has or is goin thru such a loss, it’s almost unbearable!

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I’m so sorry for your loss. 😦 Cats are so special, and especially when they come to you like that. I’m sure he had a happy life with you.

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TC Conner on September 30, 2019 at 5:03 PM said:

Simba showed me a part of myself that I never knew existed! Thank you for the kind words.

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TC Conner on September 30, 2019 at 8:09 PM said:

Thank you Susanne, your comforting words are most appreciated!

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