My Baby is Gone « freakgirl.com

14Feb/11Off

My Baby is Gone

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Late last night, my Meena apparently suffered a stroke and died in my arms at the vet.

The past two days she had been a bit lethargic, but never let on that anything was troubling her. In fact, I woke up at one point Saturday morning and she was sleeping on my pillow with her paw in my hand.

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I know I complain about her, and you all know how evil she was (and probably still is, floating around in the universe somewhere, causing earthquakes and strife). But Meena and I were together for 17 1/2 years. Aside from my family — and she WAS family — she has been the only constant in my life. I don’t know what I am going to do without her. She loved me, in her own twisted way. She loved you guys, too, even though she spent her long life trying to destroy you all, one by one.

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Lisa was such a good friend to me last night (well, she is always). She drove us to the all-night animal hospital, and she and my mom both said goodbye to Meena before I had her euthanized. I never wanted Meena to be in even a minute of pain. Without getting into details, it was very obvious last night that it was time. I am only grateful that I was home when it happened, that Lisa was home too, and that I was able to have a snuggle with her yesterday before I left for derby practice.

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I miss you so much already, baby girl.

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Genevieve
February 14th, 2011 - 10:41

So sorry! I know how big a part of your life she was and how much you loved her. I’m glad she didn’t have a long decline (we have an old kitty slowly getting sicker at home) and that you had a chance to say goodbye.
lara
February 14th, 2011 - 10:43

so sorry to hear this. we had to put our (grumpy, ornery, world-destroying) bella down in december. thinking of you.
Sandyjoys
February 14th, 2011 - 10:43

So sorry but glad you were with her.
Greater Czarina
February 14th, 2011 - 10:44

Oh, no! I just saw this, Deb. I’m so very sorry. As much as we kidded and teased about Meena, we know she was your baby girl. I’m so glad you had her in your life for so many years, even though I know it doesn’t make losing her now any less painful.

Big hugs.
Amy
February 14th, 2011 - 10:44

Oh Deb…. I’m so sorry. :-( A loss of a pet is truly one of the hardest things we have to go through in this world, I believe. I’m so glad it happened fast, though – the alternative is just too cruel. Sending you lots of love and comfort.
lake
February 14th, 2011 - 10:49

I am so sorry for your loss! I hope your heart heals quickly. Lots of thoughts and prayers for you!
Moxie
February 14th, 2011 - 10:54

Thinking of you — this was a lovely post about Meena, she was clearly well loved and cared for. I love that she had her paw in your hand while you slept. It’s hard not to believe that pets know something is happening and try to say goodbye, and I’m glad she left you with that memory.
ivon
February 14th, 2011 - 10:58

I’m so sorry. :-(
I liked her.
Bluebunny
February 14th, 2011 - 10:59

Posted something a little longer over on FB, but just wanted to say here as well how sorry I am.
Kyla
February 14th, 2011 - 11:05

Oh, Deb, I’m so, so very sorry. I know she meant the world to you, and I always thought it was right generous of Satan to lend you his kitty for such a long time (*grin*). She indeed was family, and always will be. I’m so glad you got the chance to say goodbye, and have one last snuggle.
kyle
February 14th, 2011 - 11:07

Sorry Freakgirl, she seemed like a cat with a lot of character.
Michael
February 14th, 2011 - 11:28

So sorry, doll. Big hugs. I know how much you love her.
Taylor
February 14th, 2011 - 11:43

Oh Meena! I loved the antics of that cat- she was WONDERFUL. So sorry…
Rox
February 14th, 2011 - 11:59

I’m so sorry. I have tears in my eyes reading this. She was a beautiful girl with so much character. I’m so glad you had over 17 years with her and she was very very loved in that time.
You’re in my thoughts.
Megan
February 14th, 2011 - 12:00

I’m so, so sorry for your loss, Deb. I’m grateful you were able to have those last moments with her and that you shared her here with us. Will be thinking of you.
bianca
February 14th, 2011 - 12:00

So very sorry. I know how awful it is to go through the loss of a pet. Especially one you’ve had for so long. It is absolutely devastating. Big hugs to you and to Meena as she raises hell all throughout kitty heaven.
Marjon
February 14th, 2011 - 12:28

I am so sorry and actually crying writing this. I know how hard it is. Big big big virtual hugs from over the pond. To both you and Lisa, for being such a good friend.
sandra
February 14th, 2011 - 12:34

That is really awful and I’m so sorry. We too recently lost a family pet and it is so excruciating – our hearts are still broken. I’m just glad you were with Meena to the very end. Thinking of you.
Lisa
February 14th, 2011 - 13:22

What a loving tribute. She looks so hale and hearty in these pictures. Poor Rickety Cricket. I love you and I’ll miss you. xoxo
Sean
February 14th, 2011 - 13:50

My condolences – I don’t know what else to say but that through this outpouring of emotion, I’m sure you gave this wonderful (terror-causing?) cat the best life she could have had.
cin
February 14th, 2011 - 13:51

Good-bye, Meena. You were well loved, even if you scratched me once or twice. xoxo
Laura
February 14th, 2011 - 14:00

Ohhh, Debbie, I am so incredibly sorry. I know you thought the world of that kitty – I can’t even imagine you without thinking of her. I’m glad you were there for her in her final moments. :-(
M.
February 14th, 2011 - 14:13

So sorry :(
Michelle
February 14th, 2011 - 15:24

so sorry for your loss.
maddie
February 14th, 2011 - 16:11

So sorry, Deb! She was a great girl, terror or not. :) Sending good thoughts your way. I lost my kitty girl suddenly at 9 years old last year, and I couldn’t stop crying either. I’m glad you got a chance to say goodbye.
Rain
February 14th, 2011 - 16:39

I’m so, so sorry. I know how hard it is. I lost my constant kitty companion of 19 years last year, and it was one of the hardest things I’ve ever gone through. But just know that it *WILL* get better…I’m so glad you shared stories about her with all of us, and I’m going to miss those, and her, too!
Taryn
February 14th, 2011 - 17:35

So sorry to hear this. What a beautiful picture of her on the cloud pillows.
Paul
February 14th, 2011 - 18:01

What a beautiful (and amusing) tribute to your beloved Meena. So sad for your loss.
Katie A
February 14th, 2011 - 18:22

So sorry! I loved reading your posts about Meena, and this post was a beautiful tribute .
Soosan
February 14th, 2011 - 18:51

:( Really sorry to hear this Deb, we’re all thinking of you and Meena. Lovely photos too, especially the tongue sticking out.
iron stef
February 14th, 2011 - 19:24

Sorry to hear this :( Rest in peace, Meena kitty!
freakgirl
February 14th, 2011 - 19:26

Thanks, everyone.
Tracee
February 15th, 2011 - 04:10

I am so so sorry. She was your Odder & I can’t imagine how awful it would be when I lose him… please know you are in my thoughts & I hope you have a moment of peace soon.
Sara
February 15th, 2011 - 08:44

So sorry for you loss. What a lucky girl she was to have you for 17 1/2 years! I hope each day gets a little better. You’ll be in my thoughts!
Shannon
February 15th, 2011 - 10:22

Oh Meena, you crazy girl. You were one of the very few animals I never even tried to approach, and I loved you for it. You took good care of Debbie and she took good care of you. You were awesome bitches together. Shoot through the stars free of age, and keep up the chaos.

Debbie, I’m heartbroken for you and with you. Meena was a god.
freakgirl
February 15th, 2011 - 12:54

Thanks, Shannon. She will be missed.
Leigh
February 16th, 2011 - 00:03

Oh Meena. I’ve never commented here but I’ve read the site on and off for years. The photos and stories of Meena were really what kept me coming back. She was a unique cat who made my own 17 year old cat seem much less evil in comparison. My thoughts are with you.
chele
February 16th, 2011 - 01:18

My heart is breaking for you…

I smiled, though, when I read about Meena “floating around in the universe somewhere, causing earthquakes and strife”….
I’m convinced that my IssyBoy is out there, getting underfoot and tripping people all around the world.

Love to you…xoxoxo
freakgirl
February 16th, 2011 - 08:48

Thanks, everyone.

xoxo
Subie
February 19th, 2011 - 06:36

As I write this, my darling Jojo sleeps beside me on ‘our’ pillow, occasionally reaching out to hook me with a claw…so, even though I don’t know you or Meena personally, I’m sending blessings to you and your wild girl, may she roam the heavens doing all her favorite things, and visit you in your dreams…

I hug your heart,
Subie

ps. love the photo of her lying on her back, what a look!
freakgirl
February 19th, 2011 - 09:32

Thanks :)
Shannon
February 22nd, 2011 - 00:11

I’ll ask the question-when is it too soon to laugh about a tragedy? Well, here it goes.
When I showed this to Sophie and Echo, they both thought that the two pics of Meena were posed shots after she died, because we jokingly say that you know someone is dead if their tongue is out. Sophie thought you did a “cute little photo shoot” after she died, which Echo thought was really sweet. Then they wondered what you did with her after the shoot. Echo wondered if you fed her to the turkey vultures, but Sophie told her that you would not have been able to handle that and that you might have her in the yard frozen until you could bury her, but she thought the coyotes might have found her.
I thought I’d share my morbid kids’ remarks. Enjoy, and I really loved your crazy cat.
freakgirl
February 22nd, 2011 - 09:07

OMG your kids are too much. :)

If they’re interested, you can tell them I had her cremated.
Shannon
February 22nd, 2011 - 22:57

That will be fun to explain. I think I’ll stick to turkey vultures for now. Sorry you are missing her tonight. :(