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Yesterday, one of my older cats jumped on the sofa and nuzzled my wife briefly.  My wife looked at me and said, “ I think she is saying goodbye.” Then the cat jumped down, walked to the fireplace, laid down, and died. This cat always had a supportive role, never lead. We often referred to her as the handmaiden.

We now have 5 cats.  My wife and I are both past 70, so we have made the decision not to take in any more pets unless it is a life saving mission.  
 
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John, I'm so sorry for the loss of your cat.

I'm strong in my belief that she will be waiting to greet both you and your wife in another land.


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Losing our friends is always hard. But I have to say, that doesn't sound like a bad way to go.
 
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I'm so sorry, John. I have to agree, though - not a bad way to go. Bless her heart...
 
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