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January 20, 2006
Dear Harvey
Little Harvey (seen here (scroll down) modelling his very own sweater, and here (scroll down again) with Mum, the object of his devotion for all of his years) will probably pass away tonight. On Wednesday, he sat on the bench next to the table in Mum's kitchen, and he's been there ever since. He's not eating, drinking, peeing, meow-ing (he is an extremely vocal cat) - just sitting, waiting for the end to come, his little body shutting down. He won't go to the vet, it would be too upsetting for him, and he doesn't seem distressed. The grown-up children have been visiting him this evening, to say goodbye. My Stepfather remarked how dignified he seems, how patient. I heard Mum tell him, 'Don't worry.'
Goodnight little Harvey. The good cat against whom all good cats are measured.
Posted by Anna at January 20, 2006 08:45 PM
Comments
Oh Anna! My best thoughts to Harvey for a sweet sleep and to you and your Mum.
Posted by: Cara at January 20, 2006 09:16 PM
Oh... poor little Harvey. Or lucky Harvey, I suppose; he is obviously well-loved. My heart goes out to you and your family.
Posted by: Mandy at January 20, 2006 09:20 PM
oh, sweet little thing. luckily, lazily falling asleep, calm and loved, is the best feeling. for people and cats.
it's still sad, though, and i'm sorry to all that will miss him.
Posted by: kelly at January 20, 2006 09:22 PM
Oh, Anna. I'm so sorry. I know you love him like we love ours.
Posted by: Julia at January 20, 2006 09:28 PM
Oh, I'm so sorry! Best wishes to you, your family and sweet little Harvey.
Posted by: Purly Whites at January 20, 2006 09:28 PM
I'm so sorry. Best wishes to you and to Harvey!
Posted by: Jenny at January 20, 2006 09:30 PM
i'm sorry about your sweet kitty. may he go in peace.
Posted by: maryse at January 20, 2006 09:32 PM
Oh, Harvey. ...sniff. Sending love your way.
Posted by: Ashley at January 20, 2006 09:36 PM
Oh, I'm so sorry... Rest well, Harvey.
Posted by: Amy at January 20, 2006 09:49 PM
I know what it's like to lose a beloved cat. :-( I'm so very sorry. :-(
Posted by: Beth S. at January 20, 2006 10:07 PM
Oh, Anna, I'm so sorry- losing a loved and loveable pet is so hard. Hugs!
Posted by: Mary-Heather at January 20, 2006 10:10 PM
I lost my childhood cat two years ago, so I offer you my condolences for Harvey's passing. After a while, the pain of missing him will go away and all that will be left are fond memories. I'll be thinking of you, your Mum and the rest of your family!
Posted by: Christina at January 20, 2006 10:11 PM
Poor Harvey, I'm so sorry to hear it's his time. may he rest easy soon. I'll be thinking of you and your Mum.
Posted by: Kylie at January 20, 2006 10:27 PM
Oh Anna, I'm so sorry about Harvey. Pets intertwine themselves in our lives and are hard to let go of.
Posted by: jacqueline at January 20, 2006 10:31 PM
I fell in love with that little sugar as soon as I saw him model that kitty coat. I guess it's time...
Posted by: grumperina at January 20, 2006 10:36 PM
oh I recently went through exactly the same with my much-loved girl, Sadie.
Here's to a peaceful passing and sweet memories.
Posted by: carole at January 20, 2006 10:46 PM
i'm sorry to hear this. he is a much loved kitty. best thoughts to you, your family and harvey.
Posted by: blossom at January 20, 2006 11:02 PM
My condolences. You'll see him again...
(Cuz if there aren't cats in Heaven, no one would want to go there.)
Posted by: Carrie at January 20, 2006 11:07 PM
Have a peaceful sleep, sweet Harvey........cyberhugs to you and your mum. It is clear that Harvey was well loved......
Posted by: christine at January 20, 2006 11:12 PM
I'm so sorry, I know what it's like to lose a friend. At least it's peaceful for him and you were able to make him his own little sweater.
Posted by: yahaira at January 20, 2006 11:20 PM
sleep well, sweet harvey.
Posted by: jody at January 20, 2006 11:30 PM
I just found your beautiful blog this week... My heart goes out to you and your family. May your sweet kitty rest peacefully.
Posted by: beth at January 20, 2006 11:31 PM
Oh, I'm so sorry. It won't help right now to hear he's had a good life, but you know he has. Sending good thoughts to you and your family.
Posted by: Mary at January 20, 2006 11:50 PM
Anna, I'm so sorry! My thoughts are with you, Harvey and your family!
Posted by: Anna at January 21, 2006 12:24 AM
*sniff* A tear for Harvey.
Posted by: nikki the blogless at January 21, 2006 12:27 AM
I'm so sorry to hear that, Anna. *sniff* Goodbye, Harvey.
Posted by: Chris at January 21, 2006 12:35 AM
I am really crying ... can't stand to see a cat pass away. Please send my best regards to your mom.
Posted by: Agnes at January 21, 2006 12:50 AM
Rest well, Harvey.
I'm so sorry. Harvey has been much loved and lucky to have such a wonderful family.
Posted by: Christin at January 21, 2006 01:35 AM
I feel your pain my cat of 12 years died 3 days ago....
Posted by: Leslie at January 21, 2006 02:22 AM
I'm so sorry. I lost my beloved cat last spring; perhaps they will meet up with each other in kitty heaven.
Posted by: Maria at January 21, 2006 03:03 AM
Poor little Harvey, you have my best wishes for a calm and easy fall to sleep. Anna, hugs to your mum and your family.
Posted by: jodi at January 21, 2006 03:03 AM
I'm so sorry.
Posted by: Molly at January 21, 2006 03:06 AM
Oh no. I'm so sorry. :(
Posted by: Scout at January 21, 2006 03:17 AM
Rest easy, sweet Harvey.
Hugs to you and yours Anna.
Posted by: Debi at January 21, 2006 03:25 AM
Oh no. I'm so sorry.
Posted by: Carrie K at January 21, 2006 03:31 AM
goodnight...
Posted by: Lizzie at January 21, 2006 04:12 AM
Anna, I am so sorry.
Posted by: anny at January 21, 2006 04:35 AM
Oh Anna, I'm so sorry. Poor little Harvey. My thoughts are with you.
Posted by: Estee at January 21, 2006 08:18 AM
With love. May Harvey have many sweet dreams. ~x~
Posted by: Jane in Camden at January 21, 2006 11:17 AM
How poetic and tearful all at the same time. Harvey is such a wonderful name...and he is giving me inspiration for my own cat who could use a jumper...with loves
Posted by: cindi at February 2, 2006 11:39 PM