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We said goodbye to my sweet Cinnamon

14 years ago

My sweet Cinnamon kitty is no longer suffering from cancer. It was a difficult decision, but one we had to make. She and I had a special relationship. I was her person, and she was a dear companion to me. I've never seen a kitty with such beautiful green eyes, nor fur as soft as hers. She loved to head butt me, and when I came home from work, she'd be there to greet me.

I was able to leave work early yesterday, and take her outside in the sunshine to feel the sun and smell the breeze. I'm so thankful it was such a nice day so that we could do that.

Although she had spunk and was a fighter for life, I'm sure it was the right thing to do, as she was clearly starting to hurt and suffer indignities that cats just don't like. Last summer I posted about her when she was first diagnosed with breast cancer. Y'all were kind to me and full of encouragement, so I thought I'd let you all know that her battle is over and she's at peace.

Sally

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goldgirl
14 years ago
Sally - I'm so sorry for your loss. Hoping that your sadness is soon replaced by happy memories. Godspeed Cinnamon.

Sue
lindac
14 years ago
I'm sorry....it's so hard to lose a dear friend.
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mustangs81
14 years ago
I'm sure she will add spice to the other side of the Rainbow Bridge. I'm so sorry for the lost of your companion. May memories of her purrs lull you to sleep.

(((Hugs)))
caflowerluver
14 years ago
So sorry. It is hard to lose such a close friend and companion.
Clare
doucanoe
14 years ago
Oh Sally, I am so sorry for your loss. But you do know that she is pain free now and you gave her the gift of peace.

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Lars
14 years ago
It's sad that pets do not live as long as people, but at least you had her for several years. I definitely understand your pain at this time.

Lars
wizardnm
14 years ago
It's hard to lose a furry friend but it sounds like you did the best you could and the right thing so that Cinnamon is no longer suffering.

Nancy
pkramer60
14 years ago
A cyber hug to you. Coming to the decision and saying goodbye is not easy but take comfort in knowing that you gave her the best end of life care. She had a great Mommy.
daylilydayzed
14 years ago
So sorry to hear about your beautiful Cinnamon Sugarfoot and Coal send hugs for you. They are both long haired Dachshunds.
annie1992
14 years ago
Sally, I'm so sorry to hear about Cinnamon. I know how hard it is to make a decision that's difficult for us but is the right thing for the animals we love and which look to us to take care of them.

Hugs to you, Cinnamon had a good life with you and knew she could rely on you and you did not let her down.

Annie
User
14 years ago
Sally, I'm sorry to hear about your Cinnamon. My condolences.

Ann
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14 years ago
Hugs to you Sally, I'm betting your Cinnamon and my Chase and many other of our best friends are having a good time over that rainbow bridge
lakeguy35
14 years ago
(((hugs))) to you Sally...I know how hard it is to let them go. Thankfully you had a nice sunny afternoon to spend some time with her. Yes, she romping around with many over that rainbow bridge.

David
dedtired
14 years ago
Oh Sally, I'm so sorry. I cried like a baby when I had to have my Sheena put to sleep. I'm so sorry for the loss of Cinnamon, but you gave each other a lot to enjoy.
sally2_gw
Original Author
14 years ago
Thank you so much, everyone. I've been at work all afternoon, then had my night of cleaning cat cages at the local cat rescue that Pet Smart hosts, so I'm just now getting back to the forum. The volunteer work tonight was good therapy. You all are good therapy, too. I appreciate your kind words and support.

Sally
colleenoz
14 years ago
I'm so sorry to hear this, Sally. Losing a pet is such a wrench. Our Mischief has just had a spleenectomy to try to slow down her cancer but we know her days are numbered :-(
I hope your happy memories of Cinnamon will give you comfort.
rob333 (zone 7b)
14 years ago
(((Sally)))
compumom
14 years ago
Hugs to you at this sad time.
E
sally2_gw
Original Author
14 years ago
My thanks to you all again. I love this forum.

Sally
lsr2002
14 years ago
More hugs and sympathy coming from me. It is so hard to lose a sweet furry member of the family. I know you have lots of happy memories though and I hope they comfort you a little now.

Lee
Lisa_in_Germany
14 years ago
I am so sorry you have lost your companion. It is really hard to lose our friends. Wishing you peace in the coming days.
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jessyf
14 years ago
(((hugs)) Sally
KatieC
14 years ago
I'm sorry, Sally. It's so hard to lose our critters.
sally2_gw
Original Author
14 years ago
I appreciate everyone's condolences. Thank you.

Sally
mitchdesj
14 years ago
How sad for you, she seemed to be so wonderful.

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