Gerry (19?? - 2003) :(

Apparently my dad found Gerry dead on the sidewalk this morning. She was as sweet a cat as there ever was, and I've never known a cat that liked attention as much as her. It took her a while, though. When she first adopted us, she would eat food we put out, but would run away unless we approached her with extreme caution... and she would never come in the house. Cut to a couple of years later and she would jump up on the mousepad or keyboard while I was at the computer to get me to pet her.

Anyway, I don't know exactly how old she was, because when she adopted us back in 1992, she was already a full-grown cat, but I guess she was at least 11... and I know those last 11 years were good ones for her.

Have you hugged your pet today?

I'm going to give Max a big hug when I get into bed - that's where he's sleeping now.

And a hug to you too {{{{{{{{{MoonGod}}}}}}}}

Our animal companions can certainly touch some of the deepest emotions.

What a little joy she must have been in your lives.

Birdsong. An ode to Ms. Joplin. My condolences on your loss. Please go adopt in a few weeks. Kittys need homes.

It's always hard when we lose our furry friends.. You guys gave her a good life and that's all any cat could ask.:(

I'm sorry for the loss of your friend.

You and her family gave her a happy, loving home, and though she left too soon, without you, I doubt she would have had those eleven years. You and your family did a kind thing to show her such love and kindness.

They accept and love us almost unconditionally, and it's always heartbreaking when they depart.

Remember the sweet times you shared with your special friend Gerry, and she'll always be close to your heart...

I was so sad. We had her for 9 years. She used to sit up with me at night on the computer.
I miss her.
My deepest sympathy to you after losing your Gerry.

Yes. Gerry used to sit up with me at night on the computer, too. Except she was literally sitting on the computer ;)

Loved that cat. Glad I got to know her.

Hmm. We had another cat years ago... great cat, too... who used to sit and read w/me. Most cats I've known will get ON whatever I'm reading or just go and do something else, but Midnight would lie down right next to me and stare at whatever I was reading. I'm not sure exactly what he was experiencing, but we both seemed to enjoy it, so that was cool. :)

are a real blessing! Gerry looks a great deal like my wife's cat, Putzin (15 years old). My heartfelt condolences to you. Also from DC, Tootsie, Putzin, and Pookey. Three of the four are former 'discards' that found their way to our door over the course of the past 7 years. They are our 'fur children', and their fur has absorbed many tears and kisses over the years. We would be very unhappy without their love.

:-( I'm sorry for your loss.

These little furballs that share our lives, bring so much and ask so little. RIP Gerry.

Sorry to hear that!

I'm alright. Really I am.

I suppose I'll feel pangs of sadness when I go over to my dad's house and realize Gerry's not there. But all in all, I'm glad I got to know her and spend time w/her.

I hope my dad's alright, too. He was never a cat person at all until he met Gerry, whom he loved.. she kept him company in what was otherwise a big, lonely house for many of these last 11 years.

Anyway, thanks all. You're great.

Gerry knew which humans to select.

I am SO sorry for your loss. Thank you for posting the pic of Gerry.

I did hold my cat, Tie Dye a little closer today.



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I am sorry for your loss. As you said, the last 11 years were good ones. What more can any of us ask for than what you gave her?
((((HUGS))))

what pretty eyes especially. I'm so sorry for your loss,but I know that Gerry was truly blessed to be part of your life,just as you were to be part of hers.

Gerry was truly a pretty kitty. I know you and your father will miss her terribly. I hope another kitty will adopt him soon. Sure, it won't be Gerry, but it will be great comfort to you both.

Big (((HUGS))) to you and your family, and may Gerry chase mice and baby birds in a better place.

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