2012 Project365 (Day 55)

Categories: project365-2, cat-2

Tags: cat, project365, Delilah

Date: 24 February 2012 23:23:12

DelilahToday has been really sad. My beloved cat Delilah got hit by a car and we had to make the decision to have her put to sleep. She had a head trauma and also spinal injuries. Her injuries meant that she wouldn't recover and it wasn't fair to try treatment. I cried like a baby. This little cat has been the most amazing solace and comfort to me over the years. When I have been my most upset she has comforted me, slept around my head and purred her way deep into my affections. I uhhmed and ahhed about whether I should post this first picture, but decided that if this is to be a true reflection of my year in pictures then it should include the sad stuff. This picture was actually taken just after her heart had stopped beating. She looked so peaceful and like she was asleep. I pondered taking a last photo before the injection was administered, but she was in pain and I just wanted her to sleep. I never realised just how much cats purr when they are in pain. She is now buried under the vegetable patch. I have included a couple of other photos though as this is how I will always remember her. Tucked up around my head and purring. I will miss her greatly, especially when I am doing my sewing. Her little nose was always poking in to chase the thread. Delilah was so much more than just a pet. I am just grateful that I had her all that time and I am missing her already. DelilahDelilahDelilah