Kitties are SO LOYAL!
Our Spooky boy remained with his Papi till the very END...
And YES, they mourn!!!
April 21, around 2:00 PM Spooky looking so worried as he stayed near his Papi during his nap on the sofa...
Kitties sense what is going on and of course the oxygen machine added to that.
Like a magnet next to his Papi
April 25, at 5:52 AM looking at me very worried when the ambulance took his Papi away a 2nd time...
On May1, at 11:00 PM on the mattress topper of the hospital bed... Spooky stayed with his Papi till the very end!
They were supposed to remove the hospital bed next day but they did NOT.
It was a painful reminder to me and to the kitties...
Spooky very sad...
Mami, I want to sleep here a 2nd night...
On May 3, Spooky reading the sweet notes with fresh flowers from friends and family...
July 28, inside scratch box
Enjoying things to play again!
Mami's loyal boy!
On July 30, at 6:57 AM Spooky looking sad as I have to depart for Podology of Georgia and spend the night in Atlanta...
Will miss my kitty body guard for that time!
Such loyal and loving souls...
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Spooky is such a cutey and all black. How he must miss his Papi. And then just months later you leave for a few days. It must have been difficult on all 3 of the kitties until you returned safely to them. Lynn and Precious XX
ReplyDeleteDearest Lynn and Precious,
DeleteSpooky is a cute boy with very long arms and legs, he took after his svelte Mommy.
They are so loyal and know what is going on. Yes, they are sad when I have to leave but the cat sitter is also like family. Those kids come often to help me out and the kitties are happy.
Hugs,
Mariette
Oh, what a treasure Spooky is, Mariette! Loyal to his loving Papi until the very end. Yes, cats and dogs can sense clearly when something is wrong with their "people." I'm so glad you still have your kitties there with you. Blessings always!
ReplyDeleteDearest Martha Jane,
DeleteA lot of people will never know what dear treasures our pets ARE.
Moments like this, they are there with you, to comfort you and to watch over you.
Sure, they grieved but are very close to me now.
Hugs,
Mariette
Te hacen una buena compañía y además son muy cariñosos.
ReplyDeleteUn abrazo.
Querida Antónia,
DeleteOh, son increíblemente cariñosos y leales.
Abrazos,
Mariette
Hello Mariette, I think of Pieter and you all the time, but just today I was filing some music files that included some of the Dutch organist Cor Steyn playing, and I thought that Pieter especially as a organ player, and you too probably knew him. Organs are often serious instruments, but Steyn knew how to extract the most entertainment from the instrument.
ReplyDelete--Jim
Dearest Jim,
DeleteThank you for bringing back fond childhood memories to me. Sure, Pieter knew him as did my Parents.
He was quite a talent!
Hugs,
Mariette
Hello again, I checked on Youtube, and they have lots of Steyn's playing, including this fun piece that was one of his specialties, Monkey Tricks. As you said, he was quite a talent:
Deletehttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5pV2zJwGAOE&pp=ygUQY29yIHN0ZXluIG1vbmtleQ%3D%3D
--Jim
Dearest Jim,
DeleteThat indeed is a fun piece and it is incredible what Cor Steyn is doing with that organ! Thanks for sharing.
Hugs,
Mariette
Spooky is such a good and loyal boy. I often wondered exactly how much they understand, probably a lot more than we give them credit for. I agree, of course they grieve too.
ReplyDeleteDearest Jackie and Ivor,
DeleteSpooky has been loyal till the very end and now he acts as my bodyguard and he makes the rounds to check for monsters and such. He sure watches over things.
They have that mysterious sixth sense and just KNOW and with that are a lot smarter than most humans know.
They grieve!
Hugs,
Mariette
Non-human animals have such amazing senses, far beyond ours! Spooky obviously loved Pieter very much and I'm sure was a comfort to him before he passed. ❤️
ReplyDeleteDearest Kim,
DeleteYou are right in that and our pets especially know all about us and our daily routine and life.
He was there with Pieter and even wanted to stay in the office where the hospital bed got placed... He was always with Pieter outside, wherever he went, Spooky showed up to help and accompany him.
Loyal till the very end!
Hugs,
Mariette
Spooky was so very devoted to his Papi. I think sleeping on the bed the 2nd night gave Spooky some understanding of what had happened.
ReplyDeleteHugs to you and the kitties.
Cecilia
Dearest Cecilia,
DeleteSpooky sure was devoted to his Papi and is now a magnet to me. They are so loyal and fully know what is going on. Always feel so sad for kitties that end up at the humane society after losing their human...
Hugs,
Mariette
Cannot imagine the grief and pain that everyone feels in this instance.
ReplyDeleteHugs and purrs.
Dearest Vicky,
DeleteYes, and seeing your kitties grieve doesn't make it any easier...
But they have turned around by now and are calm.
Hugs,
Mariette
This was so sad, many people don't realise that our pets mourn when they lose a human
ReplyDeleteDearest Jo-Anne,
DeleteYes, they mourn and just imagine if they lose their human and get dropped at the humane society...
Hugs,
Mariette
Oh, my friend from afar, what a precious little soul your Spooky is. We get so much love from our pets, yet they feel the same about us. Spooky's sadness is proof of his grief. I am so very happy you two have each other as your miss your beloved. P.S. I love his name!
ReplyDeleteDearest Billie Jo,
DeleteSpooky is very precious and their love and loyalty is so great!
The first photo shows Spooky so worried about his Papi, nine days before his death...
Spooky and his two sisters cling to me like magnets—especially today as I'd been away for another night to go to Savannah for a medical check up.
Hugs,
Mariette
Spooky is adorable and such a sad look of concern. Oh yes, kitties grieve just like the rest of us.
ReplyDeleteDearest Terry,
DeleteYes, kitties have an extraordinary perception and know what is going on.
They grieve and show us how they feel. Spooky even lost some weight... he's gained a bit and is now like a magnet, attached to me. His two sisters are too.
Hugs,
Mariette
Hi Mariette! Animals also mourn, and seek out the past. My brother's dog got sick and went away. Their cat is still looking for a dog.
ReplyDeleteDearest Anne,
DeleteYes, that is so true. My teacher from high school when he passed away, his German shepherd was constantly laying on his grave and refused to eat...
Pet siblings like dog and cat also do become very close and miss each other!
Hugs,
Mariette
I will tell you that tears came up reading this. I "know" your boys and love them very much. Spooky had to adjust to losing his Papi. And he was with his Papi to the end of their time together, I hope Katie is with me just as Spooky was with his Papi.
ReplyDeleteLove to you, and to the kitties. xo
Dearest Katie Isabella,
DeleteIt indeed is quite emotional for observing their actions and also their sadness and mourning.
Spooky was so very loyal and stayed with his Papi till his last breath.
He lost some weight during this time but is back to his usual self. He is very affectionate with me and demands lap time, even on top of my MacBook. That's okay, love our kitties. They missed me on Monday and Spunky with Tiggy have become magnets since I got home...
Hugs,
Mariette
Spooky is adorable. Such a sweet story of loyalty.
ReplyDeleteDearest Lorrie,
DeleteYes, that was pure loyalty and the fact that Spooky and his siblings were born here in our home of course made for very special bonding.
Hugs,
Mariette
It is absolutely true that our dear pets mourn the loss of those they dearly love, their fur companions and their human ones, and their grief is clear in many ways and often lasting. Our Zoey, sat in my husbands office ~ his chair, on his desk, "in" his in-basket for weeks and weeks after he passed away. She was his heart cat, he was hers. This was 12 years ago and those images are forever embedded in my mind. I know they now are together, as time always works its magic. The feelings and emotions that develop and grow between a human and an animal are real and cannot be denied.
ReplyDeleteDearest Ann,
DeleteIt is so true that our pets mourn and their love and loyalty is unimaginable. Those that never loved a pet, have no inkling.
We both loved ours and visa versa and now they just cling to me...
Hugs,
Mariette
Of course kitties can sense what has happened. One vet told us that the scent of the person who has passed changes afterwards. So Spooky, the little darling, was right there and he knew. I'm glad you are with him and can console each other in your grief. Bless you both.
ReplyDeleteDearest Wendy,
DeleteYes, our kitties know quite well what is going on. Spooky was with Pieter and Tiggy–Tiger sat in my desk chair, next to the hospital bed observing... Spunky did not stay that close but of course she too knew what was going on. Now all three siblings are like magnets to me.
Hugs,
Mariette
Animals know everything. Your kitten knew what was happening, he is there watching his family.
ReplyDeleteI hope you are in good health.
xoxo
Dearest Cristina,
DeleteExactly — with their sixth sense they know everything!
He sure watches over his family, always has done so.
The kitties and I are not in good health but we have each other and that is comforting.
Hugs,
Mariette
This is heartbreaking. I'd be willing to bet Spooky knew more than the doctors did!
ReplyDeleteDearest Melissa,
DeleteIt was heartbreaking to observe and to read from Spooky's eyes what was going on.
You are so right in that statement. Pieter was only 2 days into hospice care and he got the assignment of twice weekly a nurse stopping by to take his vitals... Four days later I argued that he needed a hospital bed and a bedside toilet and more checkups than twice weekly. They never did. They underestimated an intelligent Pieter who always smiled and NEVER complained. Spooky knew it and he looked so worried.
Hugs,
Mariette
Spooky is very handsome and sounds like a sweetie. Cats are such a comfort. I am sure you two are helping one another with your grief. XO
ReplyDeleteDearest Ellen,
DeleteSpooky is like his Angel brother Dido very handsome indeed and has silky fur. Oh, they are the very best for comfort as they KNOW how you feel and what is going on. They too need more cuddle time and love for getting through their grieving period.
Hugs,
Mariette
O.M.G; So sorry for my late commenting Mariette. I was a little out of shape & not opened PC just for a while. You said, "Our Spooky boy remained with his Papi till the very END.". Yes! I'm sure the sweet boy DID know what was going on & SO he must have thought he should be the one beside you. And must have thought "console each other in your grief". I needed to check "Podology"; I DO hope you will get over your mental & physical stress soon !!!!!! Here is tiny Japanese woman thinking about you & hoping for your quick recovery from both mental & physical stress; Lot's of LOVE, MIYAKO;
ReplyDeleteDearest Miyako,
DeleteYou arae not late commenting!
Yes, Spooky knew and stayed at his Papi's bedside till the very end.
Thanks for your love from far away!
Hugs,
Mariette
Aww, this is so heartbreaking but also so sweet. It’s incredible how much animals pick up on, and Spooky’s love for his Papi really shows. They definitely know when something’s happening, and it’s comforting how he stayed right by his side till the very end. Sending you lots of love – it’s good to hear Spooky’s finding some joy again. He’s such a loyal and loving little guy! ❤️🐾
ReplyDeleteHugs and blessings, dearest Mariette
Dearest Veronica,
DeleteIt is an answer to the question what our pets perceive and that no doubt is a lot more than most people will give them credit for!
Pieter often called Spooky a 'cat woofie' in the way he accompanied him outside in the yard. Always showing up and watching what his Papi was doing. They understand a lot!
Spooky is coming along and he still gets on my lap for special cuddle time or for just talking...
Hugs,
Mariette
Spooky surely did know what was happening with his Papi and could see a lot more than what we humans can perceive. You can tell, especially when they are looking at something that we can't see. Sometimes it is just a shadow, sometimes we can only wonder what's there. Yet that doesn't stop us from missing terribly who is no longer solidly in front of us. Hugs to you both on missing your love. xo
ReplyDeleteDearest Tommy and Teaghan,
DeleteYou are so right about Spooky's ability to see and know what was coming our way!
All three sibling kitties have grieved and are now clinging to me.
They understand things!
Hugs,
Mariette
Mariette I cringed reading about Pieter's broken tooth. I can only imagine how sensitive it was to air and everything. WOW you have all your teeth well done. I bet you get A+++++++++++++++ from your dentist
ReplyDeleteHugs Cecilia
Dearest Cecilia,
DeleteThanks for your 2nd comment here.
Sure that was quite a horror for my Pieter having to continue his seminar with this rough spot from the broken off tooth. And that as far away as Ireland... No word spoken on the plane and I understood!
Hugs,
Mariette
spooky, ewe iz one handsum houz panther buddy, eye am glad ewe R startin ta play again. itz ruff
ReplyDeleteon uz …eye noe. keep safe and watch over mami 💚💙🐟😺 may bee sharez a perch pizza piez ‼️‼️
Dearest Mackerull,
DeleteThank you for your compliment on Spooky Panterino—he is handsome, smart and sweet.
You bet he is watching over me!
Hugs,
Mariette
Spooky's so sweet! Very loyal and loving. Dogs too have these same qualities.
ReplyDeleteDearest Peter,
DeleteYes he sure is loyal and loving!
Of course dogs are identical and probably in general even more so.
Hugs,
Mariette
I'll never get tired of seeing your beatiful black boy, and thank for taking time to have a giggle with Dani over her taste in junk male.
ReplyDeleteDearest Wendy,
DeleteSpooky is a black beauty with silky fur just like his Angel brother Dido was—and very smart as well.
Dani is quite a kitty girl—love seeing her pictures!
Hugs,
Mariette
Such a sweet post, Mariette. The Memory Care my mother passed away in had a "resident kitty" named Shadow. He never missed perching on a window sill when a resident was transitioning from life to death. As I held my mother in the crook of my arm, I glanced to the window sill and yes, Shadow was there.
ReplyDeleteDearest Helen,
DeleteWhat a special kitty Shadow was and how he guided those souls, transitioning, home!
They sure know when that time has come.
Hugs,
Mariette
Beste Mariette,
ReplyDeletePoezen zijn bijzondere dieren, ze voelen aan.
Liefs van Hilly
Beste Hilly,
DeleteJazeker, met hun zesde zintuig zijn ze heel fijngevoelig en wéten precies wat er gaande is.
Liefs,
Mariette
No se si los gatos llorarán, pero lo que si tengo claro es que sufren las ausencias, y comparten el estado de ánimo de su familia. Se ve la tristeza en su mirada.
ReplyDeleteUn abrazo, Mariette.
Querido Manuel,
DeleteNo, no lloran como nosotros, pero ciertamente lloran y los ojos de Spooky lo dicen todo...
Abrazos,
Mariette
Dearest Mariette,
ReplyDeleteOur fourlegger family members can be such a comfort even in the best of times, but in times of stress and pain they become invaluable. I am so happy for you that you have had the comfort of your little family over these difficult times.
I have had Grayby as my constant companion after my hip surgery. She has been so good about staying off my surgery side and has been such a calming comfort.
Here's wishing you a very bountiful Autumnal Equinox/Mabon.
Love.......Suzi/smartcat
Dearest Suzi,
DeleteYes, our fur babies sense everything what is going on in our lives—they know with their sixth sense. Graybe also knew not to hurt you after surgery.
Thank you and likewise a wondderful beginning of Fall for you and yours.
Hugs,
Mariette
Olá, querida Mariette, sem dúvidas, os cães e gatos são nossos fiéis amigos
ReplyDeletenas horas mais difíceis, estão sempre juntos, aliviam nossas dores esses gestos de amor.
Muito linda essa sua história do belo gato preto!
Que você esteja bem, e votos para que fica ótima de saúde.
Uma semana feliz pra você, Mariette, e muito obrigada pelo seu carinho de sempre.
Forte abraço! Muita paz e saúde.
Prezada Taís,
DeleteObrigado e sim, nosso menino assustador é um amor e ele ainda está de luto por seu Papi...
Ele também adora algum tempo de volta e abraços, o que é um bom sinal.
Abraços,
Mariette
Olá, Mariette, vamos ficar torcendo por aqui para total recuperação
ReplyDeletedo gatinho preto, que deve sentir muito a falta do Pieter, mas felizmente
tem você por perto, rodeado de carinho.
Votos de uma boa recuperação de sua saúde.
Uma boa semana,
abraços.
Caro Pedro,
DeleteOh, Spooky, sem dúvida, ainda está de luto! É difícil fazê-lo comer... Esforçando-se para alimentá-lo de volta a uma saúde melhor.
Abraços,
Mariette
It's abundantly clear that Spooky and his Papi had such a special and loving bond. You are right, Mariette, Spooky is surely mourning Pieter's passing. I am so grateful you two are able to provide each other with comfort. Hugs and all good thoughts to you.
ReplyDeleteDearest Kevin,
DeleteOh, Spooky loved his Papi and everything he did in the yard or elsewhere, Spooky 'helped'.
And how he is mourning, they conceive so much! Today he was very happy to see one of my helpers come up the stairs, since quite a while. Spooky called out before she even was upstairs—so happy to see her.
Another friend stopped by, who babysat Pieter on Saturday before his death Tuesday, so I could go to Mass and bring the Holy Communion home to him. She got called by Spooky at one point to go check on his Papi. Incredible kitty!
Hugs and thanks for your words.
Mariette
My heart goes out to you over this bittersweet post. Hugs, my dear.
ReplyDeleteDearest Darla,
DeleteThank you and indeed—bittersweet! Spooky loved his Papi to death...
Hugs,
Mariette
Sim, os gatos podem ser muito meigos estabelecer relações amistosas com os seus donos.
ReplyDeleteAbraço de amizade.
Juvenal Nunes
Caro Juvenal,
DeleteSim, os nossos animais de estimação têm sentidos excepcionalmente aguçados e sentem tudo. Especialmente se eles nasceram aqui na casa e vivem conosco há mais de 17 anos. Uma sensação muito calorosa e eles choram também!
Atenciosamente,
Mariette