Living life with a chronic illness is definitely not easy. But I do my best to push through all the barriers this illness puts in front of me! In my heart and mind, I believe maintaining a positive outlook on all situations in life will carry us through to much better times! I hope you find the information that I provide both helpful and inspirational!
Loss can distort our sense of time and may cause months or years to feel like only days. Although I am sadly aware our sweet cat Sundance passed away three months ago today, I remember every moment as clearly as it was yesterday. It is so hard to wrap my mind around the thoughts that three months ago, I had to witness him struggle in pain and take his final breath. Many have told me I did everything I could to take care of him, but I still feel like I failed him, and the image of his lifeless body haunts me. Sundance had a loving and pure heart and knew only love, kindness, and acceptance. Why did Sundance have to get an inoperable tumor on his lung, and why could the doctors not remove it and give him a donor’s lung? Why do bad things happen to innocent animals, but the vilest humans will continue living without issues? These issues hardly seem fair to me.
I know the way I am thinking about this loss is due to the continuous grief felt. The never-ending pain from losing our precious cat has been relentless, and his memories are in every part of the house and our hearts. I will always be thankful for our years with Sundance, and there will not be a day that passes that we will not miss him. For reasons I cannot fully explain, our house has an emptiness looming around because this little cat consumed much of the house and our hearts. Even though it has been three months since he passed away, I continue to expect his presence to be waiting when I get home, and although he is not there physically, I can feel the love, kindness, and magical parts of him that will never fade.
I cannot explain my reasons, but I blame myself for not saving his beautiful life. Of course, I realize I did everything I could to keep him comfortable and loved, but I am not sure that was enough. I might not be able to keep my emotions in check, but I know no human being can stop death from occurring because it is part of life. Mortality is not easy to accept and understand, but it will happen to all of us. Our mortality is much different than that of an innocent animal, or at least it is for me. Animals are one of the only creatures in this world that are purely innocent and deserve more than most receive. Animal cruelty does not make sense to me, and how anyone could ruthlessly kill their pet is a form of narcissism and evilness that is beyond shameful.
Thank you for visiting my site today. I do not typically do more than one post daily, but this one is an exception because Sundance should always be remembered, and never forgotten. I am thankful Sundance lived a happy life and was treated with love and respect. My husband and I do not have two-legged children, but we treat our cats like they were our children and may even treat them better than some treat their children. Of course, I even treat the outside feral cats with much love and kindness because I do not think they receive it from anyone else, which makes me sad. I hope your day goes well, and you can appreciate how I feel about the loss of our cat, but hope you never go through anything like this. Please never forget I am always sending y’all LOTS of love, comfort, support, and MANY positive vibes!
Happy Friday Eve😊! I hope your week has been going as well as expected, but even better! I have been working on my second post for mental health awareness, but it is just taking me longer than I anticipated. Part of this is the increasing level of fatigue and simply not feeling all that well, which I blame on the weather. For reasons that will never make sense to me, I have an abnormally hard time adjusting to any changes in the weather, so when it changes frequently, I tend to feel terrible until it stabilizes. However, there are more mental health issues than I ever knew. I do want to let everyone know something vitally crucial in life mental health issues are serious, and we must try to show respect to those experiencing this terrifying experience. We must understand we are all living in unique and challenging times, and many suffer the consequences, so we are all in these challenges together.
We have almost survived this long week with all the challenges and frustrations, but the weekend is so close. Considering I am fully aware of how difficult life can be, I think it is essential to have something to pick us up from any low position it might be in today. Something must change the week into something positive and enlightening as one day remains. Of course, we can focus on the upcoming weekend, but they do not always go according to plan. I hope the quote I am sharing offers you the pick-me-up you need to help you through until the weekend arrives. I know Mother’s Day is on Sunday, but unfortunately, we do not always get to spend the day with our mother. If you cannot see your mother on Sunday, be sure you call to let her know how much she means to you. We do not get to choose our families, but we should try to appreciate them. A few of the most critical things we have in our lives are family, love, and forgiveness because without them, what would be the point in living our lives?
Every person has numerous differences and challenges, but we find ways to deal with everything gracefully and with dignity! Families and friends bring something unique to our lives, whether positive or negative. We have a choice to make if someone brings too much negativity into our lives. Do we continue allowing the same negativity to cloud our happy lives or cut ties with the person to avoid the darkness? If we are dealing with people who have mental instabilities and they refuse the necessary help, should we try to help them through the process of treatment? I believe we should always try to help others, but that is because I am a giving person who will always put everyone else’s needs ahead of my own. Unfortunately, there is only so much we can do for another person before you feel it would be easier to convince a brick wall there is a problem.
Thank you for visiting my site today. I hope you found the quote I shared a good pick-me-up, and that you enjoyed the rest of the post. Do you have anything planned for the weekend? I am certain that it is going to rain all weekend, but it rains where I live a lot! Some people enjoy the rain☔ and while the sound of rain can be soothing, it causes me way too much pain. It is just like everything else in life that is difficult, we learn to adapt and deal with it. I look forward to reading your comments and will respond as quickly as possible. I have another dentist appointment this afternoon. Even though the dentist appointment is only a cleaning, I am NOT looking forward to it! Please never forget I am always sending y’all LOTS of love❤️, comfort, support, and MANY positive vibes🌈!
Before I get started and you continue reading, please be advised I am NOT a medical or mental health professional, nor am I giving any advice. I will share the knowledge I gained through hours of careful research because I wanted to share factual information regarding this essential subject.
Since 1949, the United States has acknowledged May as Mental Health Awareness Month. Unfortunately, there is a negative stigma surrounding mental health, and people may feel uncomfortable talking about it for fear of judgment and ridicule. While we should always recognize the courage and resilience of the tens of millions of Americans who are living with at least one mental health condition, we must make an extra effort during May. The mental health professionals who have dedicated their lives to aid in the healing of those struggling with mental health deserve acknowledgment and appreciation for their selfless efforts. Loved ones who remain devoted and supportive, standing with the one dealing with any mental health situation through every step of the journey to overcome the challenging battle should also be embraced with compassion, consideration, and empathy because this can be an emotionally draining and love road to travel.
A mental illness is any condition affecting an individual’s thinking, behavior, or moods and can drastically impact one’s day-to-day living and how they relate to others. The National Alliance on Mental Health (NAMI) intentionally uses the terms “mental health conditions” and “mental illness/illnesses” interchangeably because there is not a massive difference between them. An important fact that must be understood and relayed is that mental health conditions are prevalent. We may not hear about them often because many stay silent because they are too scared to be open and talk about their struggles.
There are many known mental health conditions affecting people, and the estimated number of cases is upsetting because too many people are not being properly treated or diagnosed. Sadly, too many people suffer silently and try to weather the storm alone. The NAMI has made public the following statistics, but please keep in mind these numbers could be a little higher or substantially higher.
One in five, 19.86% of adults (nearly 50 million Americans), in the United States experience mental illness yearly.
One in twenty, 4.91%, of adults in the United States experience a serious mental illness yearly.
One in six youths, ages 6-17 in the United States experience a mental health disorder yearly.
50% of all lifelong mental illnesses begin at the age of 14, and 75% by the age of 24.
The second leading cause of death among those between ages 10-14 is suicide.
The staggering numbers I have shared are only estimated and could be much higher due to many undiagnosed and untreated cases because of not seeking the necessary help.
Throughout the rest of this post, I want to share common warning signs of a mental health issue and common symptoms (but some different conditions include other unique symptoms). Before going any further, please understand a mental health condition is not a result of a single event. Research has suggested that multiple bonding causes, genetics, environmental factors, and lifestyles may determine whether an individual develops a mental health condition or not. Those who have a stressful or work life or traumatic events in life can be susceptible to developing a mental health condition. A few takeaways from this so far are if you have a mental health condition, it does not indicate you are broken beyond repair or that you or your family did anything wrong, as there is no one at fault for mental health conditions. Anyone who deals with a mental health condition can live a happy and meaningful life, including but not limited to healthy social, school, and work relationships, which is far more likely to happen with proper treatment.
Mental health professionals are acutely aware of many mental health illnesses and understand each has their own set of unique symptoms. Unfortunately, this can make distinguishing the difference between expected behaviors, behaviors resulting from physical illness causing altered actions and thoughts, or an actual mental illness. There is an abundance of common symptoms for mental health illnesses, which include extreme levels of worry or fear, feeling overly sad, disorderly thinking or difficulties concentrating or learning, drastic mood changes, extended or intense feelings of irritability, evading friends, family, and social interactions, an inability to understand and or relate with others, delusions or hallucinations, overusing substances such as alcohol or drugs, multiple physical ailments without a cause, and suicidal thoughts.
Mental health illnesses can begin during childhood. Young children are still growing and learning ways to communicate and identify their thoughts and emotions, and their signs may vary from adults. The most common and clearly defined mental health signs in children revolve around behavioral issues. Some signs include changes in performance in school, heightened levels of anxiety, hyperactive behavior, increased nightmares, habitual disobedience, aggression, and temper tantrums. These issues are typically more intense than children not getting their way or acting out.
The issues described above are only part of the battle when considering mental illness and the most common symptoms directly related. As a whole, mental health issues are unique, complicated to diagnose, and difficult for the person suffering to understand and accept. Mental health issues are comprised of numerous factors an individual endures. The following symptoms are critical to consider and the ways they may contribute to mental health conditions but may help when deciding on treatment options.
Anosognosia is a neurological condition causing a person to lack awareness of their mental health condition and instead are in denial. They do not have insight into that something with their thought process is not rational. An individual can have moments of clarity, and acknowledge their illness, but their insights shift back and forth.
The risks of suicide and suicidal thoughts can be terrifying, but it is crucial to understand help is available. We may be able to avoid this terrible outcome if we reach out to family and friends occasionally, so they know you are available and care about them. There are several warning signs of suicide, but the following are only a few and include an increase in alcohol and drug usage, aggressive behavior, withdrawal from friends and family, drastic mood swings, and impulsive or reckless behavior. Again, these are only a few signs that scratch the surface, but when a person has suicidal thoughts, they can go far deeper.
Self-harm is not as simple as it sounds and covers a range of different actions. Unfortunately, this is an issue extremely common in adolescents and young adults. One who is causing self-harm is displaying signs of emotional distress and uses pain as a coping mechanism. Self-harm can make an individual feel additional shame on top of how negative they are already feeling about themselves. Self-harm may include frequent cutting or burning, drinking alcohol, or doing drugs. Once the person has caused themselves enough scars, they may start avoiding interactions with others because they are unable to hide their scars.
Approximately 18 million people with a mental illness smoke as a coping mechanism to deal with symptoms or stress from life. Adults with a mental health illness have a higher rate of smoking than someone without a mental illness. The nicotine in cigarettes can temporarily alter moods and distinguishing symptoms, which makes a person consume more cigarettes. Smoking is not only a temporary relief but an unhealthy way to cope as it can cause more negative health consequences.
Substance use disorders is the continuous misuse of alcohol and or drugs. Those experiencing mental health issues may misuse drugs and or alcohol to cope with the overwhelming symptoms they are experiencing. The term for this combination is known as dual diagnosis or co-occurring disorders. The symptoms of a substance abuse disorder may include withdrawing from family and friends, drastic behavioral changes, involving themselves with risky behaviors, development of a high tolerance and withdrawal symptoms, and feeling they need the drugs or alcohol to function in their lives.
Thank you for visiting my site today, and this will be all I will share today. I did not want to provide an overwhelming amount of information because I wanted you to be able to absorb as much as possible before adding the common mental health illnesses. I am working on completing the second part of this post, which will cover the most common mental health illnesses. I feel this information is important because mental health is consistently neglected, and our society has shunned it. We all must make a conscious effort to understand these issues better, so we can attempt to acknowledge when we or someone we know is suffering. There is no way to force someone going through a mental health illness or crisis to get the necessary help, but if we can start by understanding them, we might be a step ahead.
Grief can be haunting and inescapable because the memories of those who we lost are unstoppable. It has been two and a half months since losing Sundance and four years and two months since we lost Chloe. No matter how long it has been, I can remember the final moments of the lives of these two sweet and lovable cats. Of course, losing a loved one causes so much heartache, but many do not understand the level of pain losing a pet that you love dearly causes. If I could have traded places with either of these cats, I would have without questioning my decision. I wanted so desperately to donate one of or at least part of one of my lungs to Sundance, but the veterinarian shot me down because they said it was impossible. Even though I realized my lung was too large for Sundance, I did not understand why cutting mine to fit into his little body was impossible. Most days, I wake up hoping these losses were a nightmare and I would wake up to find them alive, but every morning, I am disappointed when I come to terms with the fact that it was not a nightmare but a reality. Unfortunately, reality cuts like a knife and leaves so much unknown.
Life imposes so many questions, but with limited to no answers. Often, I wonder why innocent animals must come down with illnesses that in the end, take their lives away. They did nothing to deserve such a grim fate and do not understand what is happening to them. How do you explain to a sick animal what they are enduring? How do you explain to any pets you still have where their friend went and why they are not coming home? Why are there so many innocent children who are living in unfair and dangerous situations? Why are there many kind and loving people who die of a painful and tragic death? People like my late grandfather did not deserve what he endured at the end of his life because he was a kind man and deserved more than he received. Why are there so many cruel people full of hate left in this world to torment others and never face the consequences for their cruel behaviors? It appears many have forgotten what the term justice means and accept the way things are going about in the world.
I try avoiding getting political or religious because everyone has their beliefs, and there is nothing wrong with anyone’s views. I wonder if one who believes in a higher power and that God loves all of us, why would he take those away from us that are pure love? How can anyone decide when anyone has fulfilled their purpose here on earth when so much was left undone? My late grandfather had strong religious beliefs, and I hope those beliefs gave him peace and that he is comfortable now, without any pain or torment. Our cats did not follow or have any beliefs because they only knew love, so why was their life cut short? Many of the reasons that I cannot get past the loss of our cats is because I was left wondering if there was something else, I could have and should have done for them. I blame myself for both losing their lives, and it will always haunt me.
With all the questions we face in our lives, how do you accept facts that there are no answers? Are we supposed to tolerate this and carry on with a questionable existence? For all the why, how, what, and where questions, can we make assumptions about them and deal with them? It has been a while, and I have gotten older; I have many questions and typically ignore them because I understand the things I cannot control and do not want to waste time, but many questions weigh on my mind. There are too many incurable illnesses in the world, and those affected must find a way to deal with their fate. It is complicated and can feel impossible, but everyone finds ways to see the positive in their lives. Many young and innocent children are dealing with this grim fate, but how can they understand this when they are too young and naïve to the world?
With the number of unanswered questions we may have, the best thing to do to survive life is to focus on the positive things we have in our lives. Losing those we love is inevitable and destined to happen. Instead of thinking about this, we must value and appreciate those we care about and ensure they never doubt how much they are loved and treasured because if we fail to do this, and leaves us with regrets. Families can be complicated, but the bonds we share with others go deeper than simply blood. I have never believed that the blood we share with family members is as important as the trust, respect, consideration, and loyalty shared with another human or our pets.
Thank you for visiting my site today. I hope you are having a lovely and relaxing weekend. I know parts of this post were not positive and uplifting, but they are some thoughts I struggle with. Some people say they love another, but do they understand what it means to love with their entire heart and soul? Love is a word that I never use loosely and will only use when it comes from my heart, and I mean it. Too many people tell others they love them, but at the end of the day, it is just another word to them without meaning. When I say I love our cats more than words can say, I mean it and without question. This is the one thing in life I do not question, my love for those I care about and our cats. I hope the last part of your weekend is amazing and you do something special for yourself. Please never forget I am always sending y’all LOTS of love, comfort, support, and MANY positive vibes!
Anyone who has read my blogs knows I have a strong love for animals, finding it easy to communicate and form bonds with them. I have mentioned several times I started feeding a couple of what appear to be feral outside cats a few months ago. During the first few days, only two cats were noticed on the front porch, so naturally, I began talking to and feeding them. To my surprise, it seems like the cat is out of the bag, pun intended, and currently, there are between six and eight kitty visitors who come for a good meal at least twice a day. Word has spread quickly through the neighborhood kitty community about the house that always has food, fresh water, a box with a soft towel for them to get warm on the colder nights, and an outdoor kitty house so they can stay comfortable and dry on the many rainy days and nights. Between the adorable cat house and a place to sleep, it should not be surprising numerous cats have adopted our porch as their new home.
From what I have seen, the outside cats get along with each other, at least for the most part. Thankfully, there have only been a couple of altercations between the outside kitty gang. Mostly, the disagreements witnessed were a lot of unhappy and unimpressed kitty language. The cat I know is a boy who is a super sweet tomboy and is typically accommodating with the gang of frequent visitors, but I think it is because they are female, and he could be the father of some of them. One night, there was a visitor I had never seen before. As the new cat ate, the well-known tomboy sniffed around before both cats communicated their unsettling feelings, and the tomboy chased the new cat away. I think the new cat is a boy, and the known cat acts territorial because he is convinced, the porch belongs to him. He marked his territory and only shared with cats of his choosing.
Now that the neighborhood cats have spread the word about where to get a meal, the only thing I can do is to oblige with their demands. Unfortunately or fortunately, depending on the perspective, I cannot say no, turn cats away, or let the precious cats go hungry because they deserve more and better than that kind of life. I know many people are fine having their cats indoors and outdoors, but too much can happen to them in the wild. Our cats have always been strictly indoors only because I would worry too much and cause myself to have a heart attack if they did not come home for days. I worry now when I do not see the outside cats for more than one day. I might be wrong keeping our cats prisoner in the house, but at least I know they are safe, and it is a cushy prison.
Not only do we have between six and eight cats we feed outside, but we have two inside cats as well. There is at least one possum and one groundhog who eat the cat food on the porch. It seems like we are running a smaller version of a zoo. If I had my way and my husband and two cats would allow it, I would have a house full of animals. I almost think it would be easier to convince my husband that the two cats because the cats can be a little moody and combative, but overall they are sweet little furry angels. Some people want a house full of children, but we have always treated our cats like they were our children, so the only differences are the number of legs and worrying about what those with two-leg children have to deal with.
There are billions of people living in the world, and for reasons I will never understand, struggle with getting along with each other. As I have watched the interactions between our cats and those outside, they have proven to get along with each other. If different animals can get along, why can’t humans get along with each other? Why can wild animals accept one another, but humans cannot do the same? Differences might be confusing to some, but should differences not be intriguing? Maybe if we learned the way others live in different cultures, it would broaden our horizons and teach us something new. Many are scared of what they do not know or understand, but if we approach this with an open and accepting mind, maybe we could all get along and live in peace and harmony.
Thank you for visiting my site today. I hope you enjoyed what I shared and you have a wonderful weekend. How do you prefer to spend your Saturday? It is the first day of the weekend, so I hope you spend it doing what brings you the most happiness. No matter how you decide to spend your weekend, remember you do not have to spend the weekend doing anything you do not want to do. People might try to pressure you to do something in your heart you have no interest in, so stand up for yourself and do not allow anyone to pressure you. Please never forget I am always sending y’all LOTS of love, comfort, support, and MANY positive vibes!
Happy Wednesday and making it halfway through another week! How has your week been so far? It seems to have been a crazy week. I mentioned Monday was the beginning of the former president of the United States criminal trial, and I am sure even though something should come out of it, the trial will amount to nothing. I am not sure why I am surprised anyone in powerful positions can get away with doing illegal things, but I do not foresee any changes. Monday was also the final day to complete taxes in the United States, and it was another miserable and stressful experience, but it is a yearly issue in the country. I would not mind paying as much taxes as we all must pay if the money was going towards something helpful for American citizens, but the money is not helping anyone. Yesterday, I completed the final exam for the Anatomy & Physiology class, and I am happy to report I got an A! The only thing I can do now is practice patience with the job search and the start of the next class on May 20th.
At the halfway through the week point, knowing we still have the second half to get through, I think it is a perfect time to share an inspiring quote. Without being able to remain inspired, encouraged, and optimistic, the negativity that occurs in the world can destroy our mental stability. If we cannot admit we are wrong, apologize when we have done something we should not have, forgive those we should forgive, love deeply, and live life without regrets, we are not living a fulfilling life. It is easy to hold a grudge against someone who has caused us pain, but forgiving their wrongs and letting go of the hard feelings will only make us happier. We do not forgive others for their sake; it is only for ours. Showing kindness, respect, love, and support is better for everyone involved and creates more harmony and happiness!
It may be easy to be critical of yourself, but does that help you succeed in life? I will admit that I have always been very critical of anything and everything I do, but I know I am hindering my success, which will never be a good thing. Being your worst critic will never help you to overcome things you find challenging, but if you can acknowledge what you need to improve on and work towards change, you will be a better and stronger person. If we were as critical towards another person as we are towards ourselves, how would that make that person feel? It would probably destroy any of their self-confidence and cause them emotional distress. Anyone who criticizes themselves should start trying to say one good thing about themselves each day and see if that improves their confidence and mental well-being.
Thank you for visiting my site today. I hope you enjoyed what I shared and found the quote inspiring. We have survived the most challenging part of the week, so the final part should be easy, especially getting through the tax hardships. I look forward to reading your comments and will respond as quickly as possible. I hope everyone is adjusting to the weather well and doing what you must do to deal with Mother Nature’s changes. Please never forget I am always sending y’all LOTS of love❤️, comfort, support, and MANY positive vibes🌈!
When you have a health condition where the heat makes it worse, looking at the weather for the upcoming week is an awful idea! Mother Nature has been slightly disagreeable lately and has caused issues with how I feel physically. I am sure I am not the only one who thinks weather plays a role in several conditions, including pain and migraines. What is it about the weather that can trigger issues in someone with medical conditions? Is it all in a person’s mind, or could there be truth to this phenomenon? Between every other day being another rainy day and the temperatures rising, I am ready to move to an area where the temperature does not get above 70 degrees tops, and rain is limited. Sometimes it seems that Mother Nature and Multiple Sclerosis are ganging up against me and are behaving cruelly.
Does anyone else experience allergies? When are your allergies the most severe? Unfortunately, my allergies are not just in the spring, and I suffer from them all year long, which is VERY annoying. I do realize that the medication I take for Multiple Sclerosis is known to cause sinus issues, and many people cannot understand why I do not end that medication and try something different. The simple answer to this is that I would rather deal with sinus issues than the alternative to trying another medication because the last time I attempted to try another medication, I had a massive relapse, which terrifies me. When you have a choice between dealing with sinus and allergy issues or having your illness possibly progress, it seems like a no-brainer to me.
A few positive notes are that I will have my Anatomy & Physiology class completed next week, and I have come a long way with the feral cat warming up to me since she had her kittens. She has not come close enough for me to pet her, but she is starting to trust me more. I am letting her do things on her terms and not pressuring her because I know we will have a trusting relationship. I do not plan to bring her or any of her babies inside the house, but I look forward to getting closer to them😊! The last thing I must do with my class is the final exam, which I have completed already, but I am rechecking my answers because the grade depends on the final exam 100%. Talk about feeling extra pressure with a test, but I know I will do well and pass my class with an excellent grade!
Thank you for visiting my site today! I hope you enjoyed this post, and I look forward to reading your comments. I will respond to your comments as quickly as possible because I always love knowing what you think! The weekend will be coming to an end soon, and everything will be back to normal. Of course, my weeks are all the same as I am still searching for a job. I forgot how frustrating the job search process was, but hopefully, I will find something soon. My husband has insisted I wait until I complete the next Medical Coding class, but I am not sure I can do that because I miss getting a paycheck and feeling independent. Please never forget I am always sending y’all LOTS of love❤️, comfort, support, and MANY positive vibes🌈!
On April 10th, it was two months since I watched the bright and sparkly light in our precious cat Sundance’s blue eyes fade dark. He fought so hard for weeks until the very end of his life, and his little lungs gave in. During the last two months, we have tried holding onto the happiness and love this furry angel brought into our lives, which has provided us with some comfort but does not mend our broken hearts. In every inch of our home, there is another memory of Sundance. The place in the dining room where he cried five times and the place in the living room where he took his last breath still hurts my heart. When I would walk through our front door or return upstairs from the basement, I still looked for him because he met me at the door, but sadly, he was not there☹. I continue hoping what happened at 6:46 PM on February 10th, has been a long nightmare, and I will wake up to Sundance’s beautiful face. The loss of Sundance will continue to feel like a terrible and endless nightmare until I learn to cope better with the loss.
During the weeks I knew Sundance was gravely ill, I divided my attention between ensuring he was as comfortable and loved as possible and doing well in my classes. Everyone deals with sadness in different ways. Some people may decide to become overly lost in depression. Others cannot handle their emotions, so they repress their emotions and practice avoidance to an unhealthy level. Unfortunately, my way of dealing with challenging and emotional situations is avoidance and repression. I stayed by Sundance’s side for hours and observed him so I could help him move around and obsessed over his breathing and giving him his medications at the same time daily.
When we lost Chloe on February 7, 2020, it was painful because we were hurting but saw Sundance grieve. He was the type who loved everyone and did not understand where his best friend went. This was why we adopted two female cats, which were only supposed to be one, but the girls were sweet and loved each other, and we did not want to separate them. It does not seem the girls are upset and have carried on with their silly antics. The only change I have noticed with the girls is they are not eating their wet food as much as they used to. Maybe they are still adjusting to the loss and change.
One of the outside feral cats I have been feeding was pregnant. Mama cat continues to come around to eat but has not brought the kittens by yet. I am very excited to see her babies when they are ready to be out and about to eat cat food. I have said I want one of her kittens, especially if she has a male, but the more I think about it, I am unsure if I am mentally and emotionally ready. I think it would be better to wait until I can go more than a week without breaking down in tears, be done with school, and have a job. I cannot guarantee our female cats would be happy about another cat, especially the part Maine Coon, Willow. She is loving and sweet but not too friendly towards other animals. She hissed at me for having the scent of another animal on me.
The healing process when you experience a loss takes time. Unfortunately, there is not a guide to teach you how to heal faster. Many people may not understand how painful it has been losing Sundance, but it has hurt my heart and soul. I love all animals and prefer to be surrounded by animals any day of the week because they are easier to get along with and understand. Do I think there will come a day when we will be over losing Sundance? Maybe, but there will always be something that brings up a good and painful memory. Do I think we will get another male cat someday? The jury is still out on that because I do not know. If we do, the kitty will not be able to replace Sundance because that boy is irreplaceable.
Thank you for visiting my site today. I hope you had a wonderful week and are looking forward to a weekend doing what makes you happiest. If you decide to do nothing over the weekend, that is okay because you need to consider yourself! I rarely do anything over the weekend because I prefer to stay home where I know I am safe and can avoid unfriendly humans, and I love being around our sweet cats. As always, I look forward to reading your comments and will respond as quickly as possible. Please never forget I am always sending y’all LOTS of love♥, comfort, support, and MANY positive vibes!
Happy Friday Eve, y’all! I hope you are having a wonderful week and looking forward to the weekend. Do you have anything planned for the weekend? I know certain areas in the United States will see the total eclipse on Monday, which should be a wonderful experience. We had discussed driving to an area where the eclipse could be seen, but after careful consideration, it would be a nine-hour drive there and back, which seemed like too much driving for us, and we decided against going. I cannot say if we will regret this decision, but I will let you know. I had concerns about going that I never mentioned until we made the final decision because I did not want them to impact my husband’s thoughts. I know it might not make sense to others, but being in a large and open area with many people makes me nervous because of the violent issues that have occurred in the United States.
Do you find building a bond and strong connection with humans or animals easier? I can get along with just about anyone, especially if for a short time, but my preference will always be animals. Of course, I have a loving♥ connection with our cats and would do anything I can for them. I ensure they have food, fresh water, a clean litter box, and a safe and happy home to keep them comfortable and sheltered♥. I have found it easy to earn the trust of the cats I have been feeding outside, even the feral cats that have taken more time and patience. One of the cats, I believe, has an owner, but he is at our house several times a day and sleeps on the front porch, either in the comfortable box I put outside for him with a towel to lay on or on the porch in a place he finds comfortable. It almost seems he has either imprinted on me or adopted me as his Mommy😊!
It seems I have a crew of feral cats that come daily to eat because they remember where the food is😊! I noticed one of the female feral cats, I named Sherbert, had been gaining weight and seemed like she must be pregnant again. Well, she disappeared for a few days but reappeared yesterday, not pregnant anymore. The little girl must have given birth, so I am waiting for her to bring the babies over for food, which might not happen for a few more weeks♥. I know there would be many extra costs, but a part of me hopes we can keep one of them. After losing Sundance in February, we only have two cats, and there is a HUGE piece missing that will never be complete, but I would still enjoy having a kitten😊! We will see what happens and if I can convince my husband to take the kitten in! I think it is safe to say that I am the crazy cat lady in our neighborhood.
Thank you for visiting my site today. I hope you enjoyed this post and I look forward to reading your comments. I will respond to all comments as quickly as possible😊! I find it interesting to know how many people bond easily with animals or humans because we are all different and the reasons are fascinating. I hope you have a fantastic Friday Eve, and it goes by quickly for you! Please never forget I am always sending y’all LOTS of love♥, comfort, support, and MANY positive vibes!
Happy Tuesday, which means we survived the day that is most dreaded by many people, Monday! Finding your place in the world can be difficult in a society that appears to be overwhelmingly challenging and people with different ways of thinking. Everyone wants to try to fit in and be accepted, but fitting into a society like ours is not necessarily good because of the amount of hate in the world. Why do many people think hate and discrimination is acceptable? It is 2024, and we should have learned to be more accepting and understanding, but we have all witnessed on the news politicians using hateful words and behaving in truly despicable ways. We all have a name we were given at birth, so childish and rude nicknames are immature and unacceptable. I believe everyone learned in elementary school that if you have nothing nice to say, do not say anything! Too many people have forgotten this simple and very crucial lesson!
Mistreating and talking down to others can cause them too much unnecessary stress and negative emotions. Why can everyone not treat others the same way they want to be treated? Do those who act in this mean way enjoy it when someone treats them with disrespect, or do they continue acting like an immature child and have a temper tantrum? I will never mistreat someone just because they treated me negatively because it will never make things better and continue a vicious and terrible cycle. If you are being mistreated by someone, you do have the power to end the cycle and make positive changes. We have all heard the saying, kill them with kindness, and even though it might not always change their way of thinking, you will be the better person in the situation. It cannot hurt to at least try and hope it will open another person’s eyes and force them to see we are all human beings who deserve respect!
Maybe I am naïve because I cannot understand we cannot all get along. No matter where you are from, your skin color, who you love, who you worship, or even your political following, we are all humans with a heart. It does not matter where someone is from, what kind of foods they enjoy, or anything else, we might have things in common if we took the time to get to know one another. There is beauty inside and out everywhere, but people get too caught up in differences. It might be just the way I think, but you can meet one of the most attractive people on the outside, but they are ugly on the inside. Internal beauty is more important than beauty on the outside because it shows who that person is. Makeup can cover up much outside ugliness, and nothing can cover up internal ugliness. The bottom line is that if we have not already learned to be understanding and compassionate, we must do so at all costs. Acceptance is crucial, and it is not too difficult to do!
Thank you for visiting my site today. I hope you enjoyed what I have shared and that something resonated with you. I do not expect everyone to agree with me, and I can respect your opinions because that is what we must do. We might only be one day into this week, but hopefully, you are having a wonderful week so far. With that said, I would love to read what you think. No matter how much you agree or disagree with me, I will respect and respond kindly to your comments. Please never forget I am always sending y’all LOTS of love♥, comfort, support, and MANY positive vibes!
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