What I Learned From An Aged Cat

[minsocal]

I have a cat, now 18 years old. Several months ago, he seemed to have given up on life. I considered putting him down, he was that "bad off". Then, I thought, just make him comfortable. Ease his way. So I cleaned his head twice a day, combed him out ... and then I realized he was "down" because he could not do this for himself. It did not matter if I did it for him, he just needed to be clean.

 

Well, he is still here. Cranky, as always. As healthy as an 18 year old cat could be.

[PaulS]

Nice.

[glintofpewter]

Sometimes the answer is simple for one who is listening.

[soma]

It is nice and you are a good listener by just being yourself. Your cat loves you and gave you a great experience on your journey together to an even greater experience.

[Larry]

I have a cat, now 18 years old. Several months ago, he seemed to have given up on life. I considered putting him down, he was that "bad off". Then, I thought, just make him comfortable. Ease his way. So I cleaned his head twice a day, combed him out ... and then I realized he was "down" because he could not do this for himself. It did not matter if I did it for him, he just needed to be clean.

 

Well, he is still here. Cranky, as always. As healthy as an 18 year old cat could be.

John 13:5

"...he poured water into a basin and began to wash his disciples’ feet, drying them with the towel that was wrapped around him."

John 13:15

"I have set you an example that you should do as I have done for you."

[minsocal]

He is gone now. He came to say goodbye last night. I saw it in his eyes.

[minsocal]

Thank you all for that which you have said here.

Edited September 3, 2014 by minsocal