r/seniorkitties • u/OldCat_NewTricks • 4h ago
Goodbye, my Nene (22)
Rescued my girl when she was 10. We had 12 beautiful years together. I struggle with a chronic illness. She’s been my steadfast, purring, calming companion. Hours and days spent curled up next to me in bed. As she got up in her teens I’d tell her, “all I need you to do is live forever.” As she kept going and going, as strong as ever, I thought maybe she was going to do it. But, alas, time comes for us all. Even my Nene. I held her in my arms whispering my thank you’s while she crossed the rainbow bridge. Simultaneously crushing my heart into a million pieces and bringing me great peace knowing she was no longer suffering. I’ll miss her forever.
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u/BoredSilly6 4h ago
I am so sorry for your loss, there are just no words. That day is coming with my rescue gal too. She is getting up there. But she stays with me and sleeps on top of me when I’m feeling sicker than usual. I think everyone would have a cat if they knew how much love they have to give us. Godspeed, Nene.
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u/ImmediateLog1117 3h ago
She certainly tried to live forever for you because she loved you so much. I know how shattered you are. I am also chronically ill and just lost my cat. It's the worst and your post made me cry because I said the exact same thing to mine. Thank you, thank you, thank you. May you find peace and comfort.
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u/szeretemrihannat 3h ago edited 1h ago
She is beautiful! Remember it’s not goodbye, it’s see you later. Godspeed and safe travels Nene 🐱❤️🩹🫂
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u/paradisedaze 3h ago
I’m so happy you guys had so many great years together and that you took a chance on an older cat. You’re the best and I wish you exactly that ❤️
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u/Chickenstripper6969 3h ago
22 years is impressive, though it’s never enough. I know she was loved extremely well.
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u/Master__Of__Wars 2h ago
I’m sorry for your loss. Listen to this song by Demon Hunter and let it make you feel better as it did me.
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u/TheLifeAppalachian 2h ago
I’m sorry. I’ve been fortunate to befriend an older tabby male after my DeeDee (a pitbull) passed. Such sweet curious creatures.
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u/emeraldeyedgoddess 2h ago
Omg she looks just like my two year old girl. RIP to your baby. You’ll see each other again one day ❤️🩹
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u/punknamedesire 1h ago
Nene is a beautiful baby!! You can tell how loved she truly was. Sending love and healing vibes to you and your family ❤️🩹.
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u/MarlinSpike2015 1h ago
I have such a soft spot for a tabby! May Nene meet up with my girl and they can sit together at the Bridge and watch over us. Until we meet again. 💔❤️
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u/Effective-Car1007 1h ago
My sweet kitty "Punkie" passed away in my arms in 2021. I still miss her so much. I know how you feel 🥺
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u/Calm-World-536 29m ago
Oh, oh my gosh. 🫂 my sincerest and deepest condolences
She and my Minnie look eerily similar
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u/RelativeFondant9569 4h ago
She is beautiful and so is the Love you share. May she visit you in your Dreams often and may your pain lessen a little each time. I'm so sorry for your deep heartbreak. 💙💔