the last photo
I took of Chester
in his very favorite spot
keeping his eyes
on Olivia
my sweet little fella
he's having surgery right now
for a cracked bladder...
the vet says
it's his only chance
and is not
overly optimistic
I don't even feel silly
asking you
to add him to your prayers
for if you know me at all
you know
how special he is
Thanks my friends...
***
The vet called a few
minutes ago to say Chester
died this morning
right after they intubated him
for surgery...
46 comments:
Prayers being sent... and hugs too!
Prayers for sure... and hugs and a shoulder if ya need one!
ohhhh, Kelley. Sending prayers right now.
Oh Kelley - of course you don't even have to ask and will be thinking of you and him and remember - miracles do happen!
I am so sorry.
Our animals are special to us and will be missed I know.
This is heartbreaking, I am so sorry Kelley.
Kelley,
My deepest sympathies and prayers for you. We love our pets so very much. Thank-you for giving Chester the most loving home he deserved. You and he are certainly blessed for having know each other! Healing energies are sent your way today! Cathy G
Oh Kelley! I am so sorry for the loss of your sweet beautiful boy! I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers as you have to come to grips with this.
Kelley
I am so very sorry for your loss.
hugs,
Pam
Oh Kelley, I am so sorry! My heart is breaking for you, it's so hard to say goodbye to a pet. ~Ann
Dearest Kelley, I am so very sorry to hear of Chester's passing. I have tears in my eyes as I write this. I'm keeping you in my prayers my friend. Lori
Oh Kelley!! I'm in tears for you!! It's such a hard thing ~ our fur-babies mean the world to us! Sending lots of love & prayers...
Blessings,
lisa
A sweet blog friend posted this to me last spring when I had to put my sweet "daughter" freckles to sleep after 16 years together...Passing it along to you with more hugs...
Just this side of heaven is a place called Rainbow Bridge.
When an animal dies that has been especially close to someone here, that pet goes to Rainbow Bridge.
There are meadows and hills for all of our special friends so they can run and play together.
There is plenty of food, water and sunshine, and our friends are warm and comfortable.
All the animals who had been ill and old are restored to health and vigor; those who were hurt or maimed are made whole and strong again, just as we remember them in our dreams of days and times gone by. The animals are happy and content, except for one small thing; they each miss someone very special to them, who had to be left behind.
They all run and play together, but the day comes when one suddenly stops and looks into the distance. His bright eyes are intent; His eager body quivers. Suddenly he begins to run from the group, flying over the green grass, his legs carrying him faster and faster.
You have been spotted, and when you and your special friend finally meet, you cling together in joyous reunion, never to be parted again. The happy kisses rain upon your face; your hands again caress the beloved head, and you look once more into the trusting eyes of your pet, so long gone from your life but never absent from your heart.
Then you cross Rainbow Bridge together....
Author unknown...
Kelley, I'm so very, very sorry to hear that Chester is no longer with us. Thinking of you...
oh, kelley...i'm so sorry to hear about chester's passing...i had no idea he was so ill, he's such a beauty...
big ole hugs to you from me, gus the shih tsu & sophie kitty...i know what it's like to lose a beloved companion...
Tears here too... so very, very sorry... we are all going to miss him...
Oh, I am so, so sad for you. I know that he has a special place in your heart, and that you will miss him deeply. ((BIG HUG))
Kelley ~
I am so sorry! Try to find peace knowing that he is healthy at the Rainbow Bridge.
Lauren
I am so deeply sorry...
So, so sorry Kelley...
Oh Kelley, I am so sorry....
Oh Kelley, so sorry you have lost your sweet boy. We all loved to see him on your blog. Will be thinking of you in the coming days.
Pam
So sorry Kelley. I always enjoyed stopping by to see your sweet Chester. He will be missed by so very many.
Kelley...so, so sorry. We all know how special Chester was...so sad for you and Olivia...
Bobbie
Kelley, I am so sorry for the loss of your beloved Chester. He was very special to your readers, too, and we all grieve with you. Thank you for sharing him with us.
What a picture of the grand guy! He always brought a smile to my face. Enjoy all your sweet memories of him. God bless you and him. Maria
I too am so sorry for your loss. I pray you remember him as a happy loving cat, who gave you so much.
Grieve for him, it's OK, us animal lovers understand your loss and your pain, there is nothing better in this life, than the love of an animal
Blessings to you, Cheryl
Kelley, I'm so sorry for your loss. He was such a special kitty & loved by so many... across & around the world.
Hugs!
Kelley, I'm so sorry.
Blessings to you and Olivia, in your first days without the sweet boy. When you need to remember a happy time with him, these blog pages will be waiting. He was so lucky to have you. And we were lucky to share him.
I could just lay down and cry...I am so very sorry...loved looking at all his pictures over the last few years....he was a beauty. Please know that he touched my heart as well. Hugs to you and Olivia!!
Kelley, I'm so very, very sorry and you have my deepest sympathy. I've always felt a special bond with Chester --- I don't know if it's because he resembled my Snowy or if it's because I'm such a cat lover. No matter.....you know how much I've loved Chester and prayed for your guy each day.
We've lost two loving lives in the past two months. Last Thursday, my son had his cat PTS. Chicory was 19, we think, since I originally brought him in as a stray and we've had him for over 17 years. He went to live with my son years ago because he loved Ken more than anyone. I know you understand when I say that Chicory was like a fungus or a velcro kitty with Ken. Ken's not coping well and Chicory's death came so closely on the heels of losing Cinnamon.
The only thing that keeps me going on some days is the hope that when I die and reach heaven, all of my Rainbow Bridge cats will be there waiting for me. And Chester will wait for you as well.
Kelley, I'm so sorry. So many have loved Chester and I know you're hurting so badly right now. All I can do is send cyber hugs to you and Olivia.
Oh dear Kelley,
I was so sorry to get to your blog this morning and hear about Chester. I know he was your love and that your heart is breaking. Please know that he knew how much you loved him while he was here.
Big hugs to you and Olivia,
Tammy
Kelleygirl ~
please know that Chester was blessed to have you for a mom....& you were blessed to be chosen by him, too....
we all came to 'know' him through your postings and we all looked forward to hearing about his antics in the wool ~
Always remember the light that he brought to your life, and his memory will never fade...
Please give Olivia a big hug {and one for yourself} from me...
Feeling your sense of loss & wishing you Peace,
Lori from Notforgotten Farm
He was one of a kind, his markings were beautiful. My deepest sympathy to you, it is like losing a child. I know you will see him again in heaven. Blessings to you and your sweet Olivia.
Oh, that's so sad. They may "only" be our pets, but they sure warm our hearts and really become a part of our family.
I'm so sorry.
Kelley,
I hope today brings peace and happy memories of Chester.
Debbie
So very sorry to hear of your loss. I hope that the memories you have of Chester and the love you have for him will give you comfort.
I'm so sorry, Kelley. It's so hard to lose such a beloved pet.
Hugs,
Teresa
I am so sorry for your loss. Prayers being sent.
I am so very sorry. Prayers are being sent your way.
~Melissa~
Kelley,
So sorry to hear about Chester. I know how it feels to lose a beloved pet. He gave you lots of happy times and memories. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
I an so sorry to hear your news! Hugs and prayers go out to you!!
I am so sorry Kelly!
Just checked your blog and found that Chester is no longer with you.
I am so sorry.
I had a cat, named PITA, who looked just like Chester. He had to be put to sleep 4 years ago at the age 0f 14 years. I miss him so much still and I would often visit your blog just to look at Chester because he reminded me so much of PITA.
I understand your grief and feelings of loss. These little guys give us so much and expect so little in return.
I am so sorry to hear of his passing but also happy for you that you were able to enjoy his company for the time he was with you.
Bev in P.E.I.
Kelly, even though you wrote to me to tell me about Chester; I just wanted to leave a note here to you.
I know how much you loved your furry boy and how he loved to lay in your wool or things you were working on. Such a funny beautiful boy; he is still with you in your heart.
Love the sentiment you have above his picture.
hugs to you....
Jane
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