I have completed approximately 16" of my first Chevron:
In non-knitting news . . .
The vet called last night to confirm my worst fears. My little guy, Alex, is in pretty severe renal failure and has to start on medication. Unfortunately, this is a medical condition which cannot be cured or stopped . . but can be slowed. The doctor said that "with luck" he could last another 2 or 3 years. Needless to say, I am besides myself. I have not stopped crying since last night. My face is all puffy and the tears only subside momentarily. I am trying not to cry in his presence . . but I did sit with him on the couch today and tell him all about what's happening and what we have to do. He is my baby . . the other love of my life . . his brother Mistie (only brothers in the fact that I'm mom, they don't come from the same female cat mom) is my other love. Unfortunately too . . Mistie is starting renal failure, however, he's not as bad as Alex. He will also have to start medication but not as strong.
Here's my little guy . . he's the cutest, most adorable, most loving little thing you'd ever want to know. If you met him he'd roll over and give you his tummy and the motor would start -- all you'd hear is purring. It is breaking my heart that a little person so good could have a future that may cause him pain. I will do whatever it takes to make the rest of his time with his family the happiest and most loving. I won't know what to do without him . . . either of them.
Here's one half of my heart . . .
Comments (7)
sooooo sad....i don't know what i'd do without watson...he's only 3 years and i'm just an auntie!! prepare and have a way to let go so you are not so crushed...at least you have the time to say goodbye and it sounds like others have been through it that you can lean on...xo
Posted by nicole | June 18, 2007 8:15 PM
Posted on June 18, 2007 20:15
Oh, I'm so sorry about Alex. It's fantastic they've got medicine to slow it down and keep him feeling good, but I know how hard that is... lots of hugs and good (and slobbery- from our dogs) thoughts coming your direction.
Love the sock. It's gorgeous!
Posted by Em | April 5, 2007 8:23 PM
Posted on April 5, 2007 20:23
I'm so sorry to hear about Alex...cyberhug to you. On a brighter note, the Chevron is looking divine!
Posted by Phoebe | April 4, 2007 1:27 PM
Posted on April 4, 2007 13:27
Oh no.. I'm so sorry to hear that. I went through that with one of my kitties-, who was with me for 17 years, and it's very hard. Hold him and love him, which I'm sure you already do. The hardest thing is doing what's best for them, when it's hardest for you. I had to eventually let mine go, because his quality of life just wasn't the same, he was suffering. I'm sending big hugs your way- all you have to do is face East, open your arms and catch them :)
Posted by Brooke | April 4, 2007 9:14 AM
Posted on April 4, 2007 09:14
Saw your post on getstitchy.com (welcome!) and I must say, you've come a long way in your knitting since when you started! Good work! Don't feel bad about socks because I can't even hold DPNs without them falling all over the place and I've been trying for 6 months. Check out magic loop or even socks on two circulars, which is what I just learned last Sunday. Much easier. And I'm sorry about your kitties. I'm a cat person too, and if mine got sick I'm sure I'd be a nervous wreck. Knitting will help you get through the difficult times, and you can vent on getstitchy.com whenever you need. Love your blog and your scarf is wonderful!
Posted by Terri | April 4, 2007 9:02 AM
Posted on April 4, 2007 09:02
-=hugs=- I am sorry dear. I know how painful that can be. I hope the best for you and your kitties.
Posted by Valerie | April 3, 2007 10:26 PM
Posted on April 3, 2007 22:26
*hugs* to you, and skritches to the kitties...my Sable was diagnosed with the beginnings of CRF about 6 months ago. They had me change her diet, but no medication, and so far her levels haven't changed.
Posted by Emy | April 3, 2007 9:28 PM
Posted on April 3, 2007 21:28