Conference misery::feline_v1

    I'm very sorry to hear about Jesse James.  It's strange...  Yesterday
    morning I had to bring my dog to the vet.  While I was there someone
    brought in a cat to be put to sleep because of feline leukemia, and I
    cried all the way home.  It really drove home how much my animals mean
    to me, and because my dog was pretty sick I was worried that she could
    go soon.  The timing is such that I could have been crying for your
    cat.
    
    Anyway, I'm very sorry, and after yesterday's experience I know a 
    bit of how you feel.
    
    Karen, Tristan and Tenzing.

    I am sorry to hear about your kitty.  You are obviously a person
    who cared very much for Jesse James--and I'm sure he knew it.
    
    Although you could not be there as he passed on, it may be for the
    better that you did not have to witness his death.  It will be easier
    for you to remember the important part of having a cat--their life,
    and the happiness they gave you.
    
    Please keep in touch with the feline noters.  It is a very comforting
    source in a time of sorrow.  We understand.
    
    Thoughful regards,
    
    Cathy

    We're very sorry about Jesse.  He sounds like a very beautiful
    cat, and I know that he knew you were there for him in spirit.
    
    Karen, Sweetie, and Holly
    

    I'm sorry to hear of your loss. My heart goes out to you as
    I really know how you feel. I lost my most dear one in 1983.
    Bubbles was 11 years old, a beautiful white silky-haired
    Persian. We lost her to FUS. I got Bubbles when I was only
    13 years old, and when I was 21 I moved to England. I stayed
    there 3 years and moved to New England. All the while I wanted
    Bubbles, but knew that she could never handle such a move, and
    I knew that she would miss her mate, sweet little Sammy.
    
    My parents were so afraid to tell me of her death that they
    sent my husband a letter and asked him to tell me instead. But,
    they realized this was unfair, and called us up and told me.
    I was shattered. I am still mourning. I now have Pounce and
    Nutmeg, but as long as my darling Bubbles was at home with my
    parents, I refused to get another cat. My father reminded me
    that Bubbles was full of love; she was love, and loves comes
    from God and goes back to Him. That's where she is, and that's
    where Jesse James is too.
    
    Lynn, Pounce, and Nutmeg
    

I'm sorry to hear that Jesse has passed on.  You mentioned his
illness when you wrote me about Tiger, I know all too well what
you must be going through.  

    Gee, Jo, I'm really sorry to hear about Jesse.  I'm sure your family is
    feeling his loss and you were with him in spirit when he passed on.
    
    I have a feeling that he and Bob's Tiger are getting to know each other
    even as we speak.
    
    So very sorry...
    Mary

    You have all of my sympathy, I had tears in my eyes just from reading
    your note.  I had my very first experience with death when
    my life long pal, Gabriel died at the age of 17, and then she died
    in my arms and in her sleep.  She was a toy poodle and not a kitty.
           
    I felt that a big part of my life died with her, for she spent my
    most important years with me.  An animal is more than just an animal
    they are a part of your family.  My puppy died over 1 year ago and
    I still miss her very much and have dreams about her.
           
    Good luck in your recovery and remember that the pain gets easier
    as time goes on and I am sure that all will agree if I say 
    "All of us in Feline Notes will help in any way we can."         
                                                            
    A big hug,                                              
    Bethany                                                 
                                                            

    Our thoughts are with you, Jo.
    
    E.T. & the kids

    JoAnn,
    
    I'm so sorry.  We send all of our best to you.
    
    Jill and Jim

    Jo Ann, I remember you telling me about Jesse last
    summer and know how much you loved him.  Take solice in knowing
    that he led a full, pampered life of which you were a big influence.
    You certainly made sure that he lived out all nine of his lives
    in comfort and happiness.
    
    With sympathy,
    
    /Roberta (and Chauncey, Nikki, T.K., Kelsey and Shelby)
    
    
    

    My thoughts are with you Jo.  Portia has tested positive to the
    Feline Leuk - every day that goes by I feel thankful that she is
    still healthy.  I remeber reading your notes previously about Jesse
    being diagnosed with the diseased - it has been an incentive to
    me to see how well Jesse has survived living with your mom, and
    makes me realize that I could still have Portia around for a long
    time yet to come.  I'm really sorry that Jesse is gone.  But just
    remember that now that he is in kitty heaven, he's starting his
    new life as a healthy kitty.
    
    	-Nancy

      Although the pain is such that no words can relieve it, take
    heart in knowing that Jesse knew you all loved him. A cat can
    sense this so very well. You saved him once and gave him life,
    a happy, life filled with love all around. He will always be
    ever so grateful for that. I lost 2 last year to leukemia and
    the last one who had it, Noella is about to pass on as well. I
    haven't gotten over the sadness yet, but I comfort in knowing how
    everyone loved those kitties and they loved back. I also believe
    that they are waiting for me, and I'll see them again, some distant
    day in the future. 
                                    Denise

    
    Jo, we're so sorry about your loss.
    
    I, too, went through this about (believe it or not) 7 years ago
    and still think of Cho-Cho-San often.  I had Choch (pronounced with
    a long O) from the time I was 4 till I was 21 and when she died it 
    broke my heart.   I eventually got over the pain, but I'll always 
    have the memorys, as will you. -- hang in there!
    
    Barbara, Ebony, & Ivory

    It is difficult to put into words what one feels in the heart.
    
    Since we have been corresponding for over a year about your cattery,
    I feel like I know so much about you.   My heart reaches out to
    you in your sadness.
    
    Anne

    re: .12  (Denise)
    
    we're very sorry to hear of your loss, too.
    

    Jesse was a very special cat.  He was extremely affectionate and
    made every member of our family feel loved when they were near him.
    He would great me at the door when I went to visit Mom.  He'd sit
    in my lap and knead my legs or follow me around the house.  He had 
    the biggest kitty paws and the most adorable lion face.  
    
    He was my "Jessaroo".
    
    I tried so hard to get to the vet's before it was too late.  I wanted
    to have a chance to say goodbye and to tell him I loved him.  I
    didn't make it.
    
    Jesse James I love you and I'll miss you, but I know that your
    spirit is free now and that you'll be waiting to greet Bailey and
    Amelia in Kitty Heaven when it is their time.
    
    Jan
     

    Jan & Jo Ann,
    
         I'm sure Jesse knew how much you loved him.  Just because you
    didn't make it, doesn't mean that he didn't know.
    
         I remember when my cat, Tigger, died 8 years ago.  My father
    didn't believe in vets, so he died at home.  Though I wanted to
    be with him when he died, it was a bit of a struggle for him when
    he died (he fought death even though he was so weak) and I couldn't
    stay with him, it was just too painful.  After this, my father 
    changed his mind; all cats got taken to the vet and given shots, 
    checkups, etc.  That didn't do my poor Tigger any good, but at least
    the other cats got better care because of it.
    
         Our thoughts are with you.  If you need anything, don't hesitate
    to ask.
    
                                         - Andrea
                                           (Loki, Bigfoot & Fluffy)

    So sorry to hear about Jesse James.
    
    Karen, T.K., Bandit, and Cinamon
    

    Jo and Jan,
    
    May I, too, add my condolence on your loss of Jesse James.

    My family lost Muffy 7 years ago at age 19 and we still miss him--
    just as you will always miss Jesse.
    
    The memories never die, however, and will always be with you to
    make your heart smile.
    
    Take care.
    
    Barbara, Melody, Melissa and Brittany

    
    
         You and Jesse are certainly in mine and my family's thoughts.
    
                                With all our warmest thoughts at this
                                time of loss,
    
                                Kim & Jason
                                Malcolm, Angus, and 3-Way

    Janet and I add our sympathies on your loss.  We have experienced
    this several times, and it is always hard. Age certainly makes a
    difference, but when we lost Ditto to the disease after only two
    years, it was also very difficult. Her early life sounds like JJs,
    so we know how close one can get.
    
    Carry on...Gary

    
    JO--So sorry to hear of  your loss.  Our oldest, Mamma Kitty, was
    tested positive for FL but has since teste negative so we really
    don't know what ahe has.  She was really  sick and weak last winter-
    we thought we'd lose her.  But a little extra attention and special
    food she made it through the winter.  I was almost resigned to losing
    her, but she's too ornery to go yet.
       All of us send our condolences --M.K., Duchess, Isis, Sable,
    Jasper, and even Nikki(puppy still thinks she's a cat)
    and me, Debbi          Godspeed little one.

    Jan,
    
    Our sympathies extend to you as well as JoAnn.  It's very difficult to
    lose any cat, especially so for such a loved member of the family.
    
    Jill and Jim

    Jo and Jan,

    I'm so sorry to hear about your loss. Deepest condolences from me and
    my family of felines.

    Deb

    
    
    	Nippa and I offer our condolences at your time of loss.
    

    So sorry to hear of the passing of your loved one. I'm dreading
    the day my 16yr old passes away. I truly believe that we will meet
    with our pets in heaven one day as #13 mentioned. 
    
    With sympathy,
    Tina, Tiga, Calli, and Tabbi
    

    Jack, the Furry Foursome and I send our condolences.  May Jesse
    always live in your heart.
       Nancy DC
    

    
    Jo and Jan,
    
    Our condolence and prayers are with you.  Rest assured Jesse knew
    and felt your love then and now.  May we all meet again in heaven.
    
    Roslyn, Escho, Brandy and Stark

    My deepest sympathies.  When a loved one passes, it hurts.\
    
    Steve Kallis, Jr.

    Thanks for all the support.  I still get teary when I think of Jesse
    and I'm sure that I will for a very long time.  
    
    I received a beautiful engraved sympathy card from my vet yesterday.
    On the back he had written that he and all his staff really loved
    Jesse and that they will miss him too.  He also said that he knew
    how much it meant to me to be there for Jesse but that he also knew
    that I wouldn't have wanted Jesse to suffer and so he couldn't wait
    for me to get there before giving the injection.
    
    This card meant alot to me.
    
    Jo

     Our Thoughts are with you..
    regards
    kate, pookie and happy
    

    So sorry to hear of your loss Jo!
    
    Jeanne, Cali, Sam and Sweetie
    

    Hello,
    
    	My cousin in Townsend asked me to find a home for her 3 yr.
    old female cat named Jesse.  It is sort of a tiger type with fluffy
    fir with some grey in it.  She is so cute!  She goes outdoors and
    is very well behaved.
    
    	What do you think?  Are you ready for another cat?  Maybe you
    already have one.  I have a Calico cat that I adore...
    
    Cathy
    

    I appreciate you thinking of me, but I really am not in the position
    to take in another right now.  I have 18 other cats to think about
    (9 adults who are mine plus 9 kittens who belong to various people
    but are too young to leave home yet!).
    
    My Jesse was a Shaded Silver Tabby longhair so they sound like they
    might be look alikes.
    
    Jo