A year ago yesterday we had to put my cat Tilly to sleep. I know I wrote about him last year and I think I cried the entire time I wrote that post, I'm tearing up right now as I think about him and it's been a year. I get that it is weird that someone could still be sad about a cat a year after he was put to sleep but there was something amazing about him. I absolutely loved the way he'd come when I would call him, or that he knew when I was having a bad day and would come sit by me and purr to distract & comfort me, the way he purred so loudly with such a peaceful calm look on his face, his eyes-- oh those eyes were an amazingly gorgeous shade of emerald green, his funny fangs that made him look goofy, his game of flop and roll, the way he would sit on my lap in a protective manner if I had a boy over at my parents house (there was only one boy he left my lap for, which I think meant Tilly approved), or the way he'd sleep on my chest and purr the whole time... He was a special cat and I miss him still but I cannot wait to see him again, yes I do believe our Heavenly Father lets animals into Heaven because it wouldn't be worth going there if our pets weren't there with us. I know some of you don't understand the love people have for animals and it makes me sad that you don't feel that way but I am grateful that I can fall in love with animals. They're such great companions and friends even if their lives are short and I'd never trade away any of my memories of Tilly or any of the pets I've had or will have in the future.
Today was a pretty day outside. It felt calm and peaceful, the sun was shining and there was a slight breeze. I liked today for following yesterday.
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Losing a pet is soooo hard, especially one that has helped you through the big part of life (college, teens, etc.). I'm sorry he had to leave you. I'm glad you still are remembering him and the memories he gave you!
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