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| ceejay48 |
Posted - May 26 2012 : 3:01:30 PM
02/01/12: Two months ago, Skye walked out of our house and disappeared. Today, I'm saying my "Final Goodbye" to my sweet, fuzzy friend.
"Skye, you lived with us for almost SEVENTEEN years, bringing sweet affection and joy. What a kitty companion you have been and it's really hard to think about not ever seeing you again, but I think that's reality. You were a gift from God, He created you and blessed us with your presence. Goodbye, my sweet friend, you will continue to be missed!
With much love from CJ and the family!"
This is the last photo I took of Skye in November, laying in front of our pellet stove, sunning herself. Because she is a tortoiseshell calico we called her our "plaid cat", referring to the Scottish tartans. We are of Scottish descent and have had the privilege of visiting the Isle of Skye. Just thought the name fit her!
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Thanks for letting me share my sweet friend with you!
CJ
January 1, 2013: It is has been ONE MONTH since my Skye went missing. I thank ALL of you for your encouragements and prayers, love and support. I have not given up all hope, but the reality is that Skye probably will not come home.
I won't be posting anything further here UNLESS the miracle does, indeed, take place and she does return. If that happens I will be shouting it from my rooftop and rejoicing.
Again thank you . . . and I'm looking forward to the new year!
God Bless You All1
CJ
12/30/12: THIRTY DAYS . . . no Skye! Hope is dimmer and slimmer! Pictures bring tears! Trying to start letting go!
12/24/12: No Christmas miracle yet!
12/20/12: No Skye! My sewing center is in one end of the utility room and Skye's basket is on top of the chest freezer in the same room. It's still there! Today while I was sewing, I just started crying, missing her so . . .
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12/18/12: Here's the concern . . . there are a lot of valid suggestions that Skye has just found somewhere else to get food, found another family, etc. These things are possible and it is possible that she could return and I'm praying she does. We have had cats that have done that, mostly tom cats, but one female many years ago.
However, we have had Skye for 17 years and this is ONLY the SECOND time she has disappeared in these 17 years. The first time was just this past May. She did come back home then but based on her condition of being skinny and very, very dirty, we believe that she was trapped somewhere and it took everything she had to get out and back home . . . and it wasn't winter weather. We live in the country with all kinds of possibilities for her . . a curious cat . . to go snooping around and then find herself trapped and in trouble. And there are a lot of predators around . . I hear coyotes howling EVERY evening in more than one direction from our house. Mountain lions have also been seen on our property . . bears too, but I'm assuming they are hibernating now.
So, we base our concern on her typical behavior for the past 17 years, knowing that things could have changed and she could still show up. There is always hope!
Thanks for your prayers and concerns . . . hoping she shows her furry face again soon!
CJ
12/17/12: Well, it's been 17 days now since my Skye disappeared. I'm not giving up hope however I did put her litter box away and packaged up her food in plastic bags and put it away so it won't possibly attract mice . . . for now.
However, I have NOT put her basket or her little nap afghan away . . not yet.
It's winter, we have almost 10 inches of snow. We have not seen or heard any sign of her, nor have any of the neighbors.
CJ
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12/15/12 . . . STILL no Skye!
12/03/12: Well, my SKYE has done it again! Saturday morning she went outside for the day. My hubby and I went to a Christmas Bazaar where we had a vendor booth . . . we were gone ONLY FOR THE DAY!!! She normally would have been waiting on the deck when we got home.
We have not seen her since 7:30 AM on Saturday . . .. Once again, we've walked around, looking everywhere, called the neighbors, looked here and looked there.
Dang it!!!!
Your prayers would be appreciated! Thanks so much!
CJ
07/13/12:  Because several of you have asked and commented, just to let you know that Skye is doing very, very well, after her adventure. She seems to be back to her normal kitty cat self and we are GRATEFUL for that.
Took this pic yesterday (Thursday)she is asleep on her little afghan on the couch with a corner of it pulled up over her head . . funny cat!
Thanks all for asking and caring!
CJ . . and SKYE
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06/03/12:  Skye is doing very well and getting back to normal, eating well and being her same sweet self. Decided today to try to give her as much of a bath as I could. Put a bath towel on the counter to put her on, with a bowl of water with gentle body wash in it and just used a wet wash cloth to try to scrub some of the really "ground in" grub away. She actually did pretty well with it except she does NOT want you messing with her feet. I made quick work of it and dried/fluffed her with the towel and by that time she'd had enough. Put her down on the floor, she looked at me and gave me her sweet little soft "meow" . . I think that was kinda of a "thank you" in spite of it all!!!
She looks better and her fur is less "grotty" feeling!
CJ
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05/28/12 UPDATE: YES!! Skye made her way back home and I'm thanking the Lord for answered prayers!
I was at work but my hubby told me she showed up around 3:30 or so, VERY, VERY grubby. He had her "meow" on the phone for me. Her little white socks were just red from the red dirt. She was dirty all over!
I got home just after 6 and she has been following me around ever since. Bill cleaned her up some, and I cleaned her up some and she still is a bit grubby but she's tired of being cleaned up!
She is not a big cat anyway, but she is thinner than she was and not as chatty as she typically is, I'm guessing because she's plum tuckered out!
Other than being grubby and a bit thin she is in great shape. Tired, hungry and very glad to be home! This is one tough kitty . . on a journey that took some survival skills!! If she could only talk "people" and tell us where the heck she's been and what she did and how she made it home! We will be celebrating her 17th birthday!!
I told her she had me soooooooooooooo worried and sad and that she just couldn't do that again. I've petted . . petted . . . petted and loved on her and she is purring like a well-oiled engine.
Just took this pic of her on my lap . . she closes her eyes like that when she's content!
Thank you, girls for your prayers, kind and loving thoughts!
CJ
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Yes, she is the "Queen of Everything", my cat named "SKYE".
She has not been seen for a week!
She has graced our home for 16 years! We got her from the shelter when she was about 10 months old . . that was in the spring of 1996 . . she is about 17 years old. But healthy, active, and in excellent "shape".
She is very much a homebody cat, indoor and outdoor but always around and NEVER gone for more than part of a day. She is a sweet, affectionate, cuddly, very sociable "people" cat. Not very big but could wrangle down gophers, birds, squirrels, chipmunks and baby bunnies.
I've searched the property, the roadside, queried the neighbors . . . I fear something unhappy has happened to her
CJ
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| 25 L A T E S T R E P L I E S (Newest First) |
| delicia |
Posted - Feb 05 2013 : 09:20:55 AM
I am so sad for your loss. I am also so happy that you had Skye in your life and she was able to bring you so much pleasure. |
| LeighErica |
Posted - Feb 05 2013 : 08:13:29 AM
Dear CJ, my heart is breaking for you. This is truly one of the hardest parts of being a pet owner. Whatever the circumstance for her disappearance....I know her memories will bring you healing joy in the future. Big Farmgirl Hugs to you my friend...Erica |
| ceejay48 |
Posted - Feb 05 2013 : 08:07:55 AM
Thank you Judy!
Thanks to ALL of you!
Every time I look at her picture I remember how soft she is, how quiet and content she was to be in my lap, how she followed me around just to be wherever I was and how she became a "velcro" cat at night in my lap (she settled right in and didn't move much or want to be moved).
Then, dang it, I get all teary again!
I know . . . it'll become less "fresh" with time.
Thanks again!
CJ
..from the barefoot farmgirl in SW Colorado...sister chick #665.
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| Ninibini |
Posted - Feb 04 2013 : 6:31:32 PM
Aw.. CJ. I'm so sorry. I just read your goodbye. I really was hoping that Skye would come home. You're still in my heart and prayers. Love you, sister!
Judy - I absolutely LOVE that quote! Thank you so much for sharing! Wonderfully true!
Hugs -
Nini
Farmgirl Sister #1974
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| herblady55 |
Posted - Feb 04 2013 : 4:25:40 PM
Oh CJ, I just read this and am so sad for you!I loved the beautiful tribute you wrote to Skye. I also wish that you could have had closure with her, but I also agree with the fellow farmgal who said that Skye knew it was her time to go, and just left. We had a cat do that before.
I read a quote years ago that I want to share with you. I'm sorry that I don't know who wrote it. But it has always been a comfort to me at times like this!
"God Gave Us Memory....So That We Might Have Roses In December!"
Big hugs to you CJ! Love ya girl!
Sister-chick# 905(Sept.14th 2009)
Judy
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| HemetGardener |
Posted - Feb 03 2013 : 1:29:08 PM
CJ,
I was watching the Eukanuba Dog Show yesterday and the dog who won was named "Skye". I hope that gives you a little comfort and maybe even a chuckle. Sweet coincidence.
Terri |
| ceejay48 |
Posted - Feb 03 2013 : 12:22:07 PM
Thank you so much girls for you prayers and care. And, thank you for sharing tears with me . . . that just says more about the hearts of you farmgirl friends!
Thank you!
CJ
..from the barefoot farmgirl in SW Colorado...sister chick #665.
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from my hubby - www.aspenforge.blogspot.com |
| hoosiercountry |
Posted - Feb 03 2013 : 08:19:18 AM
Dear Ceejay, with tears after reading you good-bye to Skye post I am sending you a big heartfelt hug. I had hopes of her returning home, so very sorry for your loss. Hugs Karla |
| prayin granny |
Posted - Feb 02 2013 : 04:54:46 AM
Cj,
So very sorry! Your tribute was beautiful!
Take care......
Hugs,
Linda
Country at Heart |
| HemetGardener |
Posted - Feb 01 2013 : 7:43:56 PM
Thank you Darlene, my California buddy. I am fortunate to always have a supply of animals. Some find me, I find some and others need to be relocated. The two cats I have now are brother and sister, a male Orange Tiger Tabby with the bull's eye on the side and a female all black. They needed a new home so my daughter brought them over, knowing I would take them. I love my babies.
Terri |
| darlenelovesart |
Posted - Feb 01 2013 : 7:15:14 PM
Oh Terri
I know how you feel about your cats, I have had several pass with me there but they wanted to be held or close when they did pass. It is very hard for each time it happens.
I love each one I have and have had in my life they have all been very special.
hugs.
darlene
I have learned that to have a good friend is the purest of all God's gifts, for it is a love that has no exchange of payment.
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| HemetGardener |
Posted - Feb 01 2013 : 6:47:26 PM
Oh CJ, I am so sorry about your cat. I lost the last of my two brother cats in October (his brother passed the previous October). I had them 15 and 16 years. I watched him take his last little breath as he lay on my living room floor, then I knew he was gone. I am sitting here crying like a baby as I relate this, but I tell you what, I would much rather have them wander off, when it is their time to go, than watch their little spirits leave their bodies.
I will always cling to that little bit of hope that maybe they will return, or I will see them again someday, either here or there. God Bless you CJ, he loves you and the little animals too. I hope you find comfort in that.
Terri |
| emtfarmer |
Posted - Feb 01 2013 : 5:32:57 PM
CJ, my heart hurts for you. But looking at Skye's picture, you can just see the love in the air. How blessed you both have been.
You're in my prayers.
Darlene
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| laurzgot |
Posted - Feb 01 2013 : 5:30:49 PM
My tears are falling and hard to type CJ. Skye was very lucky to have ya'll for her family. My prayers are with you CJ. Great big farmgirl hugs.
Laurie
"Smile and be yourself everyday"
Country girl at heart
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| Joey |
Posted - Feb 01 2013 : 3:06:17 PM
Oh CJ, I'm crying too. They just fill up you heart with unconditional love. She was blessed to have you for 17 years and I know she blessed you too. Skye was such a beautiful cat who gave so much love. I pray that your many years of memories will be of comfort for you and your family. Hugs, Joey
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| darlenelovesart |
Posted - Feb 01 2013 : 2:40:23 PM
CJ
I just read your goodbye to little Skye and am sharing my tears for her also. I know how you feel it is so hard to let one go when they are part of your family. I know God is with her. You take care sweet lady....Blessings to you
love darlene
I have learned that to have a good friend is the purest of all God's gifts, for it is a love that has no exchange of payment.
by Frances Farmer
I trust in you Jesus... |
| kysheeplady |
Posted - Feb 01 2013 : 1:37:40 PM
CJ,
so sorry about your Skye ... it is so hard not knowing. But you have so many wonderful memories. She will always bring a smile to your face, that will never stop.
Teri
"There are black sheep in every flock"
White Sheep Farm
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| rough start farmgirl |
Posted - Feb 01 2013 : 12:32:15 PM
CJ, so sorry you lost her the way you did. I don't know if it is better knowing, but as I shared with you before, sometimes I am a coward and just want to think she knew she was going to go and wanted to save you from finding her and found a lovely place to fall to sleep...
I know you will miss her forever. Thinking of you.
Marianne |
| GirlwithHook |
Posted - Feb 01 2013 : 12:24:12 PM
*hugs* I am so sorry....
A hook, a book, and a good cup of coffee.... |
| katmom |
Posted - Feb 01 2013 : 12:10:51 PM
Ok, I can barely type through my tears for you... but my heart breaks for you...and Skye...
Blessing to you that you guys had each other for 17years...which we feel like is never long enough...
hugz hugz hugz....
>^..^<
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| ceejay48 |
Posted - Feb 01 2013 : 11:07:31 AM
Thank you girls!
I did have a bit of a grieving session this morning when I remembered when I got Skye from the shelter back in the summer of 1996. She was not a tiny kitten, she was about 10 months old. I took her out of the cage at the shelter that she was sharing with other cats up for adoption. She IMMEDIATELY snuggled into my arms, started purring and dug in when I had to put her back in the cage. . . . she wasn't mine yet so I couldn't take her but she ABSOLUTELY DID NOT WANT to go back in there. The adoption was mutual!
Thanks again!
CJ
..from the barefoot farmgirl in SW Colorado...sister chick #665.
2010 Farmgirl Sister of the Year
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| Calicogirl |
Posted - Feb 01 2013 : 09:44:18 AM
CJ,
I am so sorry for your loss. It is so hard losing a furry family member. I have been and will continue to keep you and Bill in prayer.
By His Grace, For His Glory
~Sharon
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| Bear5 |
Posted - Feb 01 2013 : 09:17:01 AM
Well, here comes the tears. Sorry CJ. I know you and your family will have only happy memories of Skye. Hugs to you.I will say a prayer for you and Skye.
Marly
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| wooliespinner |
Posted - Feb 01 2013 : 08:42:04 AM
I am so sorry Ceejay that you didn't get closure. Hugs to you and your family. Maybe a miracle will happen and you will get closure.She sure was a beautiful cat and she had a good life with your family and all the love any animal would be happy to have.
Linda
Raspberry Run Farm
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| Blessed in Colorado |
Posted - Feb 01 2013 : 08:05:56 AM
My heart cries for you CJ as I know what you are going through, it is so hard to let go. She was such a beautiful cat and I am so glad I got to love and hug on her when I visited with you.
Hugs,
Deborah
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