Our much-loved cat passed away Sunday night at 7:30pm. He was likely 14 years old. Tiffany was here which was fitting because Panda was her cat too. He had been to the vet several times because we had been concerned about him and he just continued to get worse which was just horrible to watch.
He just hadn't been himself for the past few days so there were definite signs. He just seemed to be struggling so much and it was so hard to watch that we began to pray that he would just go ahead and go so that he wouldn't be struggling anymore. At probably 7pm he came out from the guest room, after spending all day there (totally not normal), and Tiff and I heard him behind us. Mathwon came up from downstairs and said I think I'll put him in the laundry room where everything he needs is there (cat litter, food, bed, water). We all thought that was a good idea. When he took him downstairs things really went downhill fast and Mathwon said that he thought this was it. And in a few more minutes it was. Mathwon was holding Panda Bear when he died. We all thought that it was quite remarkable that after avoiding people all day Panda came out to be with us before he died. Remarkable and quite fitting for the most loving, cuddly, and people-focused cat ever. He was absolutely amazing with Demani, so patient and loving. He was one of a kind, there's no doubt about that.
We are very sad but relieved that Panda is no longer suffering. We've been sharing stories of Panda Bear this evening and there are many more and I am sure we will keep sharing stories in the following days. We will be going about our day and one of us will sigh and get sad or begin to cry when we realize again he is gone. It just seems there is something missing in our home...can't really describe it...sniff...but I miss my Panda Bear.
I wanted to post another picture, it shows Panda in front of Mekai when we brought the twins home from the hospital but I couldn't get it to work for me.... The picture above is with Demani.
7 comments:
I miss him, too.
Awww, how awful. I'm sorry for your loss :( I played with Panda a few times and couldn't get over what a sweet kitty he was! I have never been much of a "cat person" but if every cat were like Panda, I would be!
That makes me want to cry. I remember playing with Panda so many years ago. It's like losing a part of the family. Hugs and Kisses to all.
Sarah
I'm so sorry for your loss - my heart goes out to your whole family!
Oh Sweetie, I'm so sorry. I always loved hearing stories about Panda! He was such a sweet kitty and I know he was precious to you. I hope you find comfort in all of the pictures and stories.
Awww, Bethany, I'm SO sorry. Panda was SUCH a sweet boy! You've managed to get my crying at work... I know that he is walking with God now by the Rainbow Bridge. It's been just over a year now since I lost Buddha. Panda and my little Buddha have probably made fast friends by now. I love you, friend.
Oh Bethany, I am so sorry! My heart goes out to you. It's wonderful/amazing that he wanted to be with you when he passed...shows how very much he loves you all.
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