Please say a prayer...

[Harleigh]

I didn''t know who else to turn to at this moment, so I''m hoping all my PS friends have some prayers for us. It is with great sadness that I tell all of you that my beloved cat, Maverick, has passed away. I found him today after coming home from the Thanksgiving weekend, and I am just devastated. I know in my heart that he had a long and happy life, which is what will sustain me in the days to come. He was the only pet I''ve ever had, and I miss him so very much. As some of you may remember from other cat threads, Maverick was a big fluff of love, being part Maine Coon and orange tabby, and no matter what, he always acted like a kitten. He was about 12-13 years old, 11 of which I was so very blessed to have him here in my life after rescuing him from the SPCA. Thankfully, my brother and parents came to help me with him today, and he is now buried under a beautiful honeysuckle tree in my FI''s backyard, where I can visit and think of him whenever I like. After we laid Maverick to rest, my brother Sean and I stood there saying goodbye, and a beautiful green-winged, red-chested hummingbird came and visited the tree for about a minute...I''d like to think that was God''s way of saying my little guy is in good hands. Please say a prayer for Maverick today...we both could use them. I''ve attached some of my favorite pictures to remember him by. God bless you, Maverick, and may he always rest in peace.

Thank you for letting me share my best friend with you all.

 

[Dee*Jay]

Harleigh, I hope you''ll take comfort in the many wonderful years you and Maverick had together. He was very lucky to have spent a part of his life with someone as caring as you. Biggest hugs outgoing.

 

[Harleigh]

He loved that damn aquarium sooo much!

 

[door knob solitaire]

Oh sweetie, I am so very sorry. What a joy it must have been to have such a great family member for what...1/2 to 1/3 of your life? I can only say that I know Maverick lived a happy well cared for life. He adored you as you him. And how fitting to remember him here with photos we can all enjoy when ever we want to visit him. His beauty reigns!

Just like our sweet Scarleta...you two are having to deal with an unbelievable empty gut wrenching loss. There are no words that can adequately aid you. As you requested, my prayer is for your sorrow to be replaced and lighted by heartfelt memories you have of your time...your life you shared. If I were there with you I would want to do what ever you needed...to be quiet and listen or hug you or just whatever.

So you come here to your friends, anytime you want to share and we will be here for you.

You are in my thoughts and prayers. I am so sorry.

 

[DiamanteBlu]

What a sweetie. I am sooo sorry for you. {{{{{HUGS}}}}} and prayers for you.

What is going on? Is it the season? I wonder. I lost my dear Koko [gray tabby maine coon cat] a couple of weeks shy of 2 years ago.

This poem has given me comfort:

Just this side of heaven is a place called Rainbow Bridge.

When an animal dies that has been especially close to someone here, that pet goes to Rainbow Bridge.
There are meadows and hills for all of our special friends so they can run and play together.
There is plenty of food, water and sunshine, and our friends are warm and comfortable.

All the animals who had been ill and old are restored to health and vigor; those who were hurt or maimed are made whole and strong again, just as we remember them in our dreams of days and times gone by.
The animals are happy and content, except for one small thing; they each miss someone very special to them, who had to be left behind.

They all run and play together, but the day comes when one suddenly stops and looks into the distance. His bright eyes are intent; His eager body quivers. Suddenly he begins to run from the group, flying over the green grass, his legs carrying him faster and faster.

You have been spotted, and when you and your special friend finally meet, you cling together in joyous reunion, never to be parted again. The happy kisses rain upon your face; your hands again caress the beloved head, and you look once more into the trusting eyes of your pet, so long gone from your life but never absent from your heart.

Then you cross Rainbow Bridge together....

Author unknown...

I'm sure our beloved pets are all hanging out together happily exchanging stories about us and looking forward to seeing us again.

DB

 

[Sparkalicious]

I am sorry for your loss, Harleigh. Take comfort in knowing that your Maverick loved and valued you as much as you did him. The grief of your loss will be a challenge to get over, however, as time passes I hope you, as I did, will come to have more happy memories and thoughts than sad ones. I am sure that you were a wonder cat mom and Maverick will have lots of stories and memories to share with his new found friends in Kitty heaven. I am positive that there is a replica aquarium with his name on it up there as well.

 

[canuk-gal]

HI H:

So sorry

for your loss.

kind regards--Sharon

 

[CrookedRock]

Tears~!! I am so sorry for your loss! I too last my cat, so I understand how you feel. Time will heal... Just remember the grat things about him. It helps me to have pics of my guy around the house, so I can think of him all the time, instead of just getting sad from time to time. He was adorable!!! Looks like a big fluffy lover!

So sorry! Hugs and more Hugs!!!

 

[Maisie]

Harleigh I am praying for you. Such a sad time just now.

 

[AGBF]

Harleigh,

I am so very sorry. I said a prayer for Maverick and one for you and the other people who will feel his loss. I do not believe in God, but I pray anyway, especially for animals. I know the pain of losing an animal you love. The simplicity of its love for you is a terrible loss. I hope, in time, you will be able to go on.

Hugs,
Deborah

 

[lyra]

Aw Harleigh, I''m so sorry for your loss.

What a beautiful cat and family member. Prayers on their way. Take care.

 

[Skippy123]

Harleigh, I am so so so sorry about Maverick. What a beautiful kitty; I will pray for peace during this difficult time. ((((((hug sweet Harleigh)))))

 

[Libster]

I am so sorry about the loss of your precious Maverick. What a great picture of him and the aquarium! I know how hard it is to lose a pet. I wanted to post a link to a website that helped me when we lost our first schnauzer.

http://www.lightning-strike.com/index.htm

((hugs))

 

[Kaleigh]

Oooh Harleigh,
I am sooo sorry. I like to think that Maverick is a whisper away. I know this loss is devastating to you. You have my deepest sypmathies. Prayers your way during this time of sadness. HUGS!!

 

[sumbride]

I''m so sorry Harleigh. Maverick sounds like he was a wonderful love of a cat and I''m so sorry that he has passed. There''s no easy way to get through the loss of a pet and I wish you the chance to remember the happy times with him and cherish those memories.

 

[Harleigh]

To all of you wonderful, caring ladies...thank you so much for your kind words and prayers...I swear I feel all of them all the way here in California. I am beside myself right now...he is the only pet I''ve ever had...I never even had one while growing up. He was my best friend, my comfort, my warmth, and he meant the world to me. Thank you so much for letting me share a little bit of him with all of you.

YOU ALL are the PS''ers I am thankful for, those of you who have taken the time to let me share my grief and regrets...thank you for your compassion, understanding and hugs...I could use many more of those right now, and I am dreading trying to make it through the night without my little Mavi trying to spoon with me. Now that I think about it, I''ve actually never been alone before...I lived at home until I finished my graduate program at age 24, moved to an apartment all by myself and got Maverick just days after moving out to live on my own. He has been with me almost every day for the past 11 years, and I sure am going to miss him. I just wish I could stop crying...I''m not sure how I''m going to make it back to work tomorrow. He was the best cat I''ve ever met...he always knew when I was hurt or sad and was always there for me. I wish I''d been able to be here for him when he needed me, too.

Dee*Jay...thank you for your thoughtful words, they are very much appreciated.

DKS...he was the best member my family has ever had...my animal-hating mom even came to love him...she cried today, which she NEVER does, which meant more to me than anything. I really, really, really wish you were here right now...it''s killing me to be all by myself. Thank you for always being here for me...your friendship means a lot to me.

Oh DiamanteBlu...the poem you posted had me crying even more than I thought I could, but it was a good cry, because I sincerly hope that the words it states are true, and that I will again see my little Mavi-Mav at Rainbow Bridge one day. Thank you for taking your time and sharing that with me. It meant more than you could ever know.

Sparkalicious...I sure hope you''re right, and maybe there are Maverick goggles he can wear and see all the little fishies he could ever dream of up there in Kitty Heaven. Thank you for your kind thoughts and words.

canuk-gal...thank you.

Crooked Rock...I''m sorry for your loss, too, my friend. Maverick WAS a big fluffy lover...everyone said he was the best cat they''d ever met. He used to drool when I came home, and ran to the door like a puppy anytime someone came to the door, as if they were there JUST to see him and were there simply to pet and amuse him. He was truly one of a kind. I did pull out some of my pictures of him...my brother even made a copy of the only one I have of me holding Maverick...we buried that in plastic bag with him with it lying next to his heart. I hope I''d like to think that that way I will always be in his heart, too.

Maisie...thank you for understanding my sadness. I appreciate your thoughts and prayers.

AGBF...thank you for your prayers. He loved SO unconditionally...he loved anyone and everyone, and everyone loved him, too.

lyra...he was the most beautiful cat, inside and out, that I''ve ever known. Thank you for your prayers.

Skippy...thank you for your kind words & hugs...those are always so welcome from you.

Libster...thank you for thinking of that website. I will check it out when I am feeling better about this.

Kaleigh...you are always so wise...I will try to think of him as a whisper away...I''m going to miss his kitty licks on my face every morning. Thank you for your prayers and kind thoughts and hugs.

sumbride...thank you...I will always remember the good times with my great big love-bug.

 

[Gothgrrl]

I''m so sorry. What a pretty cat....the aquarium picture was cute. The time you spent with him will never be replaced...the memories you shared will always be in your heart. Hugs to you.

 

[scarleta]

Harleigh: Your Maverick looks so very cute trying to get a fish for you.What a lovely pet he must have been.Well we both have about 12 years of Memories now.I am with you on this one and I am truly sorry.I also feel that the hummingbird was there for a good reason..
You and Maverick are included in our prayers ,so you have them coming from us.I am very sorry.

 

[KimberlyH]

Harleigh, I am so very sorry for your loss. Losing a pet, who becomes a good friend, is unexplainably sad. My best to you.

 

[IrishAngel7982]

I''m so sorry about Maverick, Harleigh.

 

[ang3199]

OH goodness Harleigh. I''m so sorry. I send you hugs and kitty kisses from my fat cat. **Mwah**

 

[marvel]

I''m so sorry, Maverick...he sure was a handsome guy. Prayers outgoing.

 

[Beacon]

Oh Harleigh, I am sooooo sorry to hear this sad news. He was such a gorgeous cat and looked like he was quite a character. I know how much it hurts and though nothing can really help, I send you my condolences from my heart.

The hummingbird that came to you at the end is a very positive sign, it is very symbolic. I know you gave him the best life. I am very sorry.

 

[Harleigh]

I found this poem that says the words I am unable to right now...

Pawprints in my Heart
pet loss memorial poem
My lap is too too empty, and cold
the soft resting head no longer there to warm it.
No comfort to be found, no furry body to stroke
my quiet companion gone....
My heart is broken, there are no other words
to write it - this empty ache, this space
you filled, loving always, never judging...
My friend has left, and my hands, arms, all
helpless to stop it.
Little one, fly free, where the fields are green
and filled with friends gone before. I will
carry you always, your pawprints ever beating,
running joyously to greet me whenever I call
and memory stirs in my heart...
I feel so very empty right now, and I''m not sure how to handle how I''m feeling. I can''t even make my way down the stairs for fear of seeing the spot where I found him. I know this will get easier with time, but it hurts so much right now. I just ordered a memorial stone to mark the place where Maverick lays at Rusty''s house. I guess he is really and truly stuck with me now that he has my giant bundle of love blessing his yard. Thank you again for all of your kind words. I am going to sign off for now and go spend a little quiet time by myself and my thoughts. I''ll check back and let you know how I''m doing tomorrow.

Good night and God Bless. Much love, Harleigh

 

[Linda W]

Oh Harley Sweetheart, I am so sorry to hear about your precious cat Maverick.

I know how heartbreaking it is to lose a beloved pet, it just tears your whole being apart.

You will always have his memory in your heart, even though it is so hard to hear that now, believe me and I promise you, it will happen.

Love to you,

Linda

 

[UCLABelle]

Harleigh-I am so sorry, my heart is really breaking for you. I can imagine how you are feeling, and want to let you know I am praying for you!

 

[strmrdr]

prayers outgoing!

 

[risingsun]

I''m so sorry for your loss. We have two Maine Coon Cats. They are wonderful companions. Our thoughts are with you...

 

[firebirdgold]

Oh Harleigh, I''m so sorry. *Hugs* To lose your beloved friend and compaignon so suddenly like that. What wonderful photos of Maverick, he looked like such a happy cat.

DiamenteBlu, that poem brought tears to my eyes.

 

[matildawong]

Harleigh,
I''m sending prayers your way. I''m so sorry about your dear kitty Maverick. I started tearing up when you said you cannot make it downstairs for fear of seeing the spot... oh how heartbreaking!

I wish I could think of something comforting to say. You are in my thoughts.


-molly