Friday, April 1, 2022

It's been quite the week

 It's been a sad week here. A longtime coworker who was battling pancreatic cancer died on Wednesday morning. I was grateful to have the opportunity to visit him on Tuesday afternoon at his home.

We used to talk cats often. (He had a cat, who has since died of old age, but now he and his wife have a dog.) While I was talking to him, I mentioned something about the cats and how they are a comfort. He'd had a massive stroke on Sunday and could no longer speak or open his eyes, but he lifted his hand, reaching for my hand. It was a heart-wrenching moment. I held his hand until I left and was choked up for the rest of the day.

I also learned some upsetting news about another friend's health, on the same day I visited this coworker.

I hope the weekend brings kitty cuddles, books, and movie watching. I plan to take it easy.

Treasure your loved ones. Time is precious.

Calico cat getting pets from a hand

Calico cat getting pets from a hand

Calico cat getting pets from a hand


8 comments:

Eastside Cats said...

Hugs and purrs as you grieve.

Amy J said...

Hugs, with an extra dose of purrs and cat snuggles.

pilch92 said...

I am sorry about your friend passing away and your other friend being sick. I agree that cats are a great comfort. XO

catladymac said...

We are sorry about your friends - but what a comfort it must have been to him to bond with you - over the cats - one last time.

Melissa, Mudpie and Angel Truffles (Mochas, Mysteries and Meows) said...

I'm so sorry. We really do need to appreciate each and every day because we just never know what's ahead.

Summer said...

It's times like this when kitty energy is extra important. Lots of purrs to you.

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