Monday, January 30, 2023

The Difference a Day Makes

 Good morning.  I know I don't usually post on Monday - but felt the need to update all, on what is going on.  The difference of a day can makes such a difference in lives.  Something we all tend to forget from time to time.

My niece R passed around 4:30 PM on Sunday afternoon.  She had been off life support for about 26 hours.  Her body is healed now, and she is at peace.  They said she left this world very peacefully.  She should be with her daddy (my brother) and the Lord now.
My heart is so sad, but I know we all have days that are numbered.  I am so happy her children got to be with to say good-bye the day before.  We love you sweet girl!


Fluffy had a bad night.  We had a great day yesterday, then she had another really bad night.  She is weak and doesn't want to eat or drink.  Lots of bladder control problems.  She had more hemorrhaging last night (so not believing it is a tooth now).   I am not optimistic at this point.
Just keeping her comfortable in this time of need.  She is an older kitty as well - and it seems that my life with all the older kitties I have had, is nearing completion.  I will love her till the end and beyond.  I am so happy that I have gotten to have this special time with her.

UPDATE:  Fluffy has crossed the rainbow bridge.  We went to the Vet and she was one sick little girl.  No coming back from it.  End stage liver damage and most likely cancer (from blood draw #'s) - none of which was seen in May when at the Vet - so very aggressive.  She is at peace and playing with all that went before her in beautiful heaven.  Run free my sweet dainty fur baby.


I am going to take 2 or 3 days off from posting.  My brain is a fog, and I am just tired emotionally.
I will be back in a few days.
I hope you all have a blessed day.  Hug the ones you are with.

45 comments:

  1. (((((Cheryl))))) please accept my condolences on the passing of your niece. Prayers for peace and comfort for you. Fluffy is a lucky cat to have you to take care of him. Please take care of yourself and we will be here when you get back.

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  2. My sincere sympathies on the passing of your niece. I'm glad the family was able to be with her at the end.
    I know how difficult it is to say good-bye to our fur-babies. I'll be thinking of you and Fluffy as she lives our her days in the comfort of your home and arms.

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  3. (Little Penpen) hugs to you and your sweet heart!

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  4. I am so sorry for your loss.

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  5. Sending healing prayers your way. It is still difficult but at least your niece is no longer suffering.

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  6. Been there. I totally understand. Take care of yourself. Prayers for you that you're comforted and then peaceful.

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  7. So much loss for you to process. Sending lots of prayers and long-distance hugs. Lynn Ewing

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  8. Cheryl, sending sympathy across the miles for the loss of your dear niece. And now your fluffy is having difficulties...your sadness is multiplied for sure. Take the time you need to rest and reflect on the good times.

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  9. I am so very sorry about your niece and also that Fluffy is having a rough time. It seems like when it rains, it pours. Sending prayers for peace and comfort. It touches my heart how well you love and care for Fluffy. ♥️

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  10. Oh Cheryl, I'm so sorry. I'm just shaking my head, you have got a lot going on. Yes, your niece is healed now and in Peace with her loved ones. That part is wonderful.

    I will pray for Fluffy, some of my little animals have had issues of blood but it is something they seem to have in old age off and on, but I'm used to it in those particular pets of ours but at first it was *very* scary. (of course!) I'll continue to pray. I'll also look it up in my vet's medical journal.

    I feel a lot like you, very overloaded right now. I can't even handle our little family's group text right now. Too many questions at once (for me). I love my family dearly but I can't handle too many questions at once, "who checked in on grandma" "can ya'll come over to meet x" etc. My poor youngest daughter who lives at home going through that horrible breakup... I told hubs that I feel like I have a plate of food and one more thing is going to cause it to collapse so I'm having to push things off to keep the theatre of my mind free and sane. I used to think people were "weinies" who got stressed over even reading certain blogs with current events but now I guess I've turned into that person (just a year later) who can't even look at group texts these days. I guess I'm a "weinie" too.

    We have lots of pets to look after and oh the joy they bring, but two are elderly and diapered and blind. Love them to pieces but it does take a lot of my mental and time account but I'm not complaining. Plus my elderly mom does really well but some days are not so great and when that phone rings...I jump.

    Praying for you Friend, (((hugs)))

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  11. Cheryl, my heartfelt condolences on the passing of your niece and Fluffy. Be kind to yourself and take all the time you need to grieve and heal. Perhaps Fluffy is sitting on R's lap in heaven and purring contentedly.
    --Frances in the TP

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  12. So sad, really feel for you Cheryl. Sending you a hug too.

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  13. Frances put that so beautifully that I would just like to second all that she said. Take care Cheryl.

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  14. Awww😭 May our Lord bless and hold you, Cheryl. You did everything for Fluffy, including sending her Home. Sending comforting, loving prayers and hugs for you💔

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  15. So sorry for the loss of both your niece and your fur child.

    God bless.

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  16. Sending prayers of comfort your way. I'm so sorry of the loss of your niece and your little kitty Fluffy. You are truly a wonderful, thoughtful, kind person. Thank you for "being" you and may GOD bless you with comfort and everything you need at this time and in the future.

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  17. Sending you much love, Cheryl. Praying that the Lord will wrap his loving arms around you to comfort and strengthen you. Wanita

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  18. So sorry one of your fur babies has passed. I know mine are my babies each and every one. Sending hugs to you. Janie

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  19. Also, sorry your niece has passed. Hugs, Janie

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  20. Oh my dear friend. I am so sorry for the loss of your niece R and your Fluffy cat. That is a lot to deal with all at once. My love and prayers are with you.

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  21. Oh Cheryl, my heart is so sad for you today as you face this. It is difficult to say good bye at any time, but to have 2 deaths so close is really tough. I know you will get through this with your faith, and the support of your blog followers. I hope these will be healing days, and know we will be glad to see you back in a few. Hugs to you.

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  22. Oh Cheryl....I am so, so, sorry. Mine are my babies too, I so understand. I'm so sorry. God be with you and comfort you, sending hugs and prayers your way. I just can't imagine how you feel right now...

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  23. I am sorry for your loss.

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  24. Cheryl, I am so sorry foe the passing of your niece and for Fluffy. You're in my thoughts and prayers.

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  25. Hi Cheryl.So sorry to hear about your niece and your beloved cat.Sending hugs and prayers.

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  26. Cheryl,
    Sending hugs. I’m so sorry to learn about your niece but am glad she went with peace.
    I’m so glad Fluffy was in your loving care though her terminal illness. I’m so sorry for your loss.
    I’ll be keeping you and your loved ones in prayer.

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  27. Cheryl, we just got back in from MIL's Celebration of Life. I'm so, so sorry to hear about your losses. You're in my thoughts, prayers and heart this week. Take care. --Elise

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  28. Love and prayers for you and your family Cheryl. Take care of yourself and we'll look forward to hearing from you again when you're ready. So sorry for your losses.

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  29. So sorry. Hugs and prayers for you.

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  30. Hugs for you. Praying that the Father will comfort you.

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  31. Praying for you and your family.

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  32. My deepest sympathy, Cheryl! Huge hugs !!

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  33. My deepest sympathies for you niece and for Fluffy. Many hugs and love.

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  34. Oh Cheryl, I am sad for you. I will pray for your calm and peace.So very sorry for your losses. Peace be with you.
    JC

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  35. Oh my goodness... I am so sorry that all this has fallen on you. Remember that *all is well* - they both have crossed the river, are now at peace, out of pain and suffering. So glad the Fluff came home to you so you knew what was going on and didn't have to go through that horrible "where is she, how is she, I hope she's not hurting" thing. May you have a peaceful week to recuperate. .... "they'll cross the river of Jordan, happy in the Lord!"

    MaryB in NC

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  36. Thoughts and prayers in this difficult time.

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  37. Yes, taking some time for yourself sounds like the best plan. You have had a tough time and you need time to accept things.
    Take care.

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  38. Thinking of you, as you grieve the loss of your family member and fur baby. May they both rest in peace.

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  39. I am so very sorry for your loss of your niece and your kitty. Prayers going up for you and the rest of your niece's family.

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  40. THANK YOU ALL SO VERY MUCH FOR YOUR CALMING AND LOVELY WORDS & YOUR LOVING AND CARING PRAYERS AND THOUGHTS. IT HAS ALL HELPED ME SO MUCH.
    I have read every comment more than once and they are all so special. I was just so emotionally exhausted and physically tired (up all night for a couple nights). I am feeling better and rested.

    I should be back to posting on Thursday, Feb. 2.
    Again THANK YOU ALL - you are very special people in my life.

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    1. You are a very special person in all OUR lives. Sympathy and prayers to you and your family . xo Cindy/WV

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