For those of you who have cats...

[kellyt]

Thank you ,Twirl.  That does help put it all into prospective.   

Oh, and I'm so glad you're okay.  I hope Ike didn't destroy you.  He was a booger!!!

[twirl]

remember your kitten's eyes as lovingly looking into the eyes of a person who game her joy and comfort in her last days

loving eyes

[RichardMEL]

What Twirl said.

That little life... she knew what you both did for her(him?.. no I think her ) and she apprieciated so much to be picked up from the side of that road... even though it lasted such a sadly short time... even those few hours in a warm home with two people who cared enough to try.. that would have been enough and comfort to her.

You did good.

I am sorry your husband is finding it so hard... I can't imagine.... I guess it will just take time.

She had a peaceful passing born from people who cared enough to do what they could for her - the same can not be said for thousands and thousands of unwanted, stray and feral cats out there.

[twirl]

RomeoMel is so right.
Kitty knew your love

[TynyWonder]

Not meaning to take away from Kelly's situation AT ALL but I just had to tell you all something funny that my boy cat, Tipper, has been doing/eating.  I have found he LOVES grapes!       Also, have you any of ever fed your cats what is called, "cat candy"?    You can get it at any pet store, it's called, Pitr Pat, they both LOVE that too!!!!   

[willieandwinnie]

TynyWonder, DO NOT feed your cat grapes.

http://www.petinsurance.com/healthzone/healthzone_toxins_grapes.aspx

How are you doing kellyt?

[kellyt]

I'm doing good, thanks.  We went to the vet the other day to pick-up the carry crate and pay the bill.  The crate is still in the backseat of my truck.  I'm going to take it, as well as the bag of food, feeding dish and little toy we bought to the Animal Defense League and have them give it to a deserving kitty.  Apparently, the Animal Defense League is doing 19.95 adoptions right now to make room for all the strays arriving due to Ike.    That's what they said.  We had no signs of Ike in San Antonio, but I think they are going to Galveston and rescuing animals that were left behind.  I think they said they have alot of cats now.  We've been wanting to sponsor an animal for a while now.  I think you can sponsor a dog or cat for $100/year.  Doesn't sound like much.  I hope it's enough.  This might be that time to do that.

Thanks again!

[RichardMEL]

Kelly I don't know why but I just cried again reading your latest post because you bought a stack of food and a toy for your kitten friend... even though you had her such a short short time. I don't know why but that really just touched my heart. What wonderful people you are to care... and to donate.....

It is a pity this is not the time for you or your hubby, but in a way maybe consider holding on to the carrier and food(if it's dry).... maybe this experience may pave the way for you adopting a cat that you know is healthy and well and can be a loving companion for you both. When the time is right for you and specially hubby.


 

[TynyWonder]

TynyWonder, DO NOT feed your cat grapes.

http://www.petinsurance.com/healthzone/healthzone_toxins_grapes.aspx

Thank You Willie&Winnie!  That seems like a GREAT & informative site!   I plan to bookmark it for future reference!

[willieandwinnie]

TynyWonder, your welcome. It is a great web site.

kellyt  We have friends that take in strays and he was telling us that they get medications, food and pet bedding donated to them from various supplies so you $100 would go real far and would probably sponsor quite a few animals. Bless your heart.

[twirl]

today a tech showed me a phone picture of a stray kitten she took in during IKE
made me think of you