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23 November 2013

I has a deep sad... →[More:]I learned today that my best buddy, escort kitty and general all-around mate for the past 12 years, Fritz, has cancer, and will not likely be around next summer. I can't stop tearing up. This sucks, folks.

post by: pjern at: 20:16 | 25 comments

So sorry, dear

posted by ThePinkSuperhero 23 November | 20:17

I'm so sorry, pjern. Hugs to you and gentle scritches to Fritz.

posted by occhiblu 23 November | 20:20

So. a griefgasm of pix.

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posted by pjern 23 November | 20:20

What a gorgeous kitty! Spend as much as time with him as you can.

posted by occhiblu 23 November | 20:22

So sorry. Sometimes I think that it's harder to lose a pet than a person. At least people can tell you how they feel and you can tell them how much you love them. Losing my cat Ursa was one of the hardest things I've went through, seven years later and I still miss her.

posted by octothorpe 23 November | 21:17

I'm so sorry to hear this, pjern. He looks like a majestic feline.

posted by sperose 23 November | 21:42

I'm sorry. *hugs*

posted by brujita 23 November | 22:55

pjern, I'm so sorry. Your cat looks a little bit like my Sadie, who went from us fast. I am glad you will have some time to spoil and love Fritz and make sure he is comfortable. He is lucky to have you and he can trust you. I hope you have some loving times ahead.

posted by Miko 23 November | 23:38

So sorry to hear it. He's a handsome fellow.

posted by theora55 24 November | 00:12

Fuck. So sorry to hear this. Hugs. He looks like a great little guy.

posted by arse_hat 24 November | 01:50

So very sorry.

Hugs and wuffles.

The beauty of those images shows so much of the bond you share.

You'll be there for Fritz, just as he's been there for you. Your love will get you through it, somehow.

And, we'll be here to offer moral support. This crew of critter lovers understands how awful this feels.

(((pjern)))

posted by mightshould 24 November | 04:18

Sorry to hear that pjern.
Your cat was lucky to live his life with you and be so loved. I hope you take a bit of comfort in that.

posted by jouke 24 November | 05:39

I'm so sorry to hear this. But remember, Fritz doesn't know he has cancer, and he'll be happy to live out the rest of his days with you oblivious to what's going on. And you'll know - because Fritz will make sure you know (cats do that) - when the time has come for you to let him go. But for now, love him, pet him, spoil him.

posted by Senyar 24 November | 07:05

I'm so sorry. He's lovely.

posted by rainbaby 24 November | 07:38

(((((pjern))))), I am so very sorry. He's a beautiful cat. He will be in your heart always.

posted by msali 24 November | 09:28

:( +internet hug+

posted by The Whelk 24 November | 18:28

I'm so sorry, pjern. :( He really is quite the handsome fellow. msali is right: he WILL always be in your heart. Losing pets is so hard! Enjoy him & love him.

posted by chewatadistance 24 November | 19:33

He is a beautiful guy. So very sorry, pjern.

posted by gaspode 24 November | 21:37

Nooooooo.

This is the hard price we pay for all that love.

He's incredibly handsome and what eyes.

You cannot ever replace him, but you can make his going as easy as possible. And someday after that some lucky, lucky feline may know a place in a different part of your heart.

posted by bearwife 24 November | 22:39

Thank you all for the feels :) I just put up an album on Facebook of what photos I have available.

I'm coming to terms with it, but it's going to be a while before I can open that part of me up again.

posted by pjern 24 November | 23:08

oh no - hugs to you both.

posted by needlegrrl 25 November | 08:09

What a beautiful and dignified cat. I'm so sorry, pjern.

posted by tangerine 25 November | 12:04

What a beauty. He's lucky to have you, too.

posted by lysdexic 25 November | 14:34

Man, that's awful. Internet hug to you both.

posted by Rustic Etruscan 25 November | 22:19

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