Little Smudgie left tonight. I watched them get into the car; Julie taking her time making sure the carrier was safely placed on the passenger seat and then they were gone. I came upstairs, removed the dishes and the litter box from the spare room and put her toys into a basket. I started to cry when I closed off the light. It never gets easier. She is gone but to a good home. A home that will be the best she can get. Forever. It's never easy to rescue a cat with the intent to rehome it because unless the new home is that same day you are bound to fall in love. I know I do. I told her she was leaving today and I think she knew. I put some time aside this afternoon just to spend with her. When Julie walked in tonight I just knew this was a great fit. Julie lost her cat of many years to illness last summer and was now ready to open her heart to another and Smudgie will just be perfect. I will keep you posted when I hear how they are doing.
Please spay or neuter your cat. Our shelters are full to the brim and so many never get a second chance to find a loving home.
Hugs, Deb
Oh Deb I know it was hard! Sweet Smudgie has found a wonderful home. I just got an email that I need to bring Callie back tomorrow. I have cried and I know I will cry tomorrow. Sometimes its so hard. How you do it all the time I don't know. hugs, Linda
ReplyDeleteI couldn't agree more, my paths cross with rescuers and foster moms everyday, it's the hardest thing to do letting go...
ReplyDeleteI so admire you opening your home, if only for a short while, giving these sweet kitties a chance of a permanent home for life.
Smudgie will now have that chance.
Thank you,
Hugs,
Jo
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Oh I know how hard it is letting your babies go, but knowing you made it possible for them to have a loving permanent home makes it so worthwhile! You're an angel & Smudgie is one lucky kitty!
ReplyDeleteIt's never easy is it? We can fall in love so quickly with them. But oh how wonderful you saved a sweet kitty and she is going to have her own home. It's a beautiful thing ~ be proud friend!
ReplyDeleteExtra hugs and kisses for you today Deb!
xoxoxo Catherine & Banjo