Recently, I thought Spooker was quietly passing over to the Rainbow Bridge. She'd stopped eating and was so weak she could no longer climb the stairs to get onto the bed. I set up a blanket for her under the bed, with her own food and water, and shut the bedroom door so no one could bother her.
I said my good-byes to her, and let her know that if it was her time, I just wanted her to go peacefully.
After several days of just sleeping, she started getting back up to drink water and use her pee pads.
Now, I want to share with you that Spooker has had yet another miracle bounce-back. Her fourth since last New Year's Eve. She's lost a great deal of weight since this picture above was taken, but I want to have memories like this of when she was healthier. She doesn't seem to be suffering or in pain.
I believe she's on her tenth life now. Every time she bounces back, she's a bit weaker, but I never expected her to do any recovery this time. The past two nights, she's been back up on the bed with me, purring and demanding Temptations whenever I get up to go to the loo. Every minute with her is a gift, and I am thankful that she seems to be making the most of her Tenth Life.
Spooker, you just aren't ready to make that leap are you? But you are a lucky cat to have such a devoted Not the Mama.
ReplyDeleteEnjoy every moment. (we know you will!) Seems like Spooker still has a few tricks up her paw!
ReplyDeleteGood kitty. I hate to see beloved animals get old. My Gretchen is 9 1/2.
ReplyDeletePurrs to you and to Spooker. Some kitties aren't on borrowed time - they just go out and take it! ;-)
ReplyDeletePurrs to Spooker. We hope she takes all the lives she can.
ReplyDeleteThe Florida Furkids
We're purring for Spooker...and you too. Enjoy your time together.
ReplyDeleteWE sure send lots of purrs to Spooker. I had a cat do that once. Bounce back many times. You just never know. Hang in there Spooker. Take care.
ReplyDeleteLots of purrs for Spooker. Every day really is a gift We hope her tenth life is a special one for both of you.
ReplyDeleteThat is wonderful! Enjoy every moment with her!
ReplyDeleteCora's Animal House is sending our love to you and Spooker and your herd. She is a very special kitty and we all love her very much ... sending our friend Morgen our love and best wishes XXOO
ReplyDeleteAwww. I'm glad you have more time with her. Enjoy and give her a snuggle for us. - Alana & Crepes.
ReplyDeleteMany hugs and purrs and purrayers and headbutts to Spooker!
ReplyDeleteLuf, Us
Ah - warm hugs and purrs to you all...
ReplyDeleteSpooker just isn't ready to say goodbye yet, so treasure every moment (even more than usual!). Purrs and ((((hugs)))) to you all!
ReplyDeleteStill many purrs and snuggles to go. We're always happy to hear things like this - where the Bridge just isn't an option at the moment..((hugs)) to both of you!
ReplyDeletespooker....rock on gorgeous gal....may yur tenth life be az blessed ..may St Francis keep watch over ewe....just coz he can
ReplyDeletehugs frum all oh uz in de land o trout
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What a sweetie .
ReplyDeleteWe are happy that Spooker is living her life on her terms.
We purr that when it is time,it will be peaceful :)
Purrs and headbumps.
Purrs Tillie and Georgia,
Treasure,Tiger, JJ and Julie
Spooker, did you just need a long break and be alone. Good that you bounced back to share another live with NTM.
ReplyDeleteWe are so glad that Spooker bounced back again! What a blessing she is. Big purrs and prayers...
ReplyDeleteWith all the bad news lately this is certainly good news! The purrs do help.
ReplyDeleteThank you for your kind thoughts and purrs
ReplyDeletewhen our Tillie crossed the Bridge.
She was such a cute,spirited House Panther.
We miss her SO much.
Purrs Georgia and Julie,
Treasure,Tiger and JJ
Hope your love is still doing well. <3
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