R.I.P Gracie Mae
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R.I.P Gracie Mae Pruitt…
Last night I watched a bit of TV in the living room, where I spend time with Ivy. And then I walked back to my bedroom, where I read a book and spent time with Gracie.
But as soon as I entered the room, I saw Gracie’s body on the floor about 3 feet from my bed. There was blood around her mouth.
I don’t know what happened. There’s nothing she could have gotten into that I can think of. Ivy was with me. Her body was still warm.
I fell apart, called my oldest daughter, Kendra, then walked over to my next-door neighbor, Steve’s, apartment because I was just kind of out of my mind and couldn’t think straight.
Gracie was a 10-month-old kitten. She was not sick that I know of.
There was a scare a few weeks ago when the housekeepers used some kind of chemical. Or maybe Gracie was sick with something then, and I just didn’t know it.
She was fine earlier. Gracie liked to sleep under the bed until I’d go in there to read around 8-9 p.m. Then I’d give her lots of attention. She liked for me to put my hand close to her, and she’d curl around it and go to sleep.
Kendra & Marley Come To Help:
Kendra and Marley, my 13-year-old granddaughter, got here as quickly as they could. We made arrangements for a cremation company that answered after hours to come to pick her up.
We hadn’t quite known what to do, so before Kendra got here, Steve had taken her body in a bag and put her into his freezer until we could make arrangements. It’s so nice to have a friend like him right next door.
He told me she had just died because of the warmth of her body.
He’s just lost his wife and is finding his own way. He’s begun volunteering at elementary schools, where he reads books to schoolchildren. He is a good and decent man.
My sweet little Gracie Mae has crossed the Rainbow Bridge, where hopefully Charlie and Abi were waiting for her.
My heart is broken. Gracie spent much of every night in my bed sleeping. I will miss her so very, very much. I’m in shock. I’m in tears.
I don’t know what happened. Kendra thinks it might have been something like a neurological disorder. We just don’t know.
I’m so grateful that Kendra came and took care of things because I was in shock.
My sweet little Gracie Mae, who was not even a year old yet, is already gone. I just can’t believe it.
I loved you so much, Gracie Mae. I’ll never forget you. You’ll live forever in Mama’s heart. We’ll bring your ashes home to be with Charlie’s and Abi’s, where you belong.
Sweet little Gracie Mae, I’ll hold you in my heart forever and ever.
I have no words to comfort you, Brenda. I am so very sorry. May you find piece in the next few days. Just a thought. With the thought that maybe it was something neurological , you know how animals will reject another animal what is “different”. Maybe that is why Ivy never cozied up to Gracie. Maybe it was something she could sense. Hugs. Pam
I am so sorry to hear this terrible news, my heart goes out to you. Gracie was much loved and will be terribly missed. ((HUGS)) Brenda and Ivy.
From heart stopped when I read your title today. I am so sorry for you. So traumatizing as well. Gracie was such a little love bug. Losing our little fur babies is so heart wrenching. Grief for their loss is a real thing. Our local Hospice who provides counselling for the loss of loved ones actually also provides counselling for loss of pet loved ones. Our fur babies love us so much and ask nothing of us except lots of pets and kisses. They give us so much.
Oh my gosh! I’m so sorry to hear about Gracie. She was such a sweetheart. Sending prayers and hugs your way.
Brenda,
I was stunned to hear the news of Gracie Mae. Thinking and praying for your broken heart.
I am very sorry to learn of Gracie’s death. We had a little kitten who we discovered had a chronic illness, our hearts were broken at her loss so empathize with you in your grief.
I’m so sorry for your loss.
My heart is sad for you and Gracie.
Sending hugs , Janie
I’m so sorry! Hugs to you!
So very sorry to learn of your loss Brenda. Sending prayers your way.
Oh Brenda, I am so sorry. I am crying so hard right now. I felt so close to both Ivy and Gracie and looked every day for a mention of them. I would imagine that it was the cleaning stuff because I know that damages organs and things. My heart goes out to you. I know I am so heartbroken right now, and I know how much you loved her. I am saying prayers for you. What a shock.
I am so sorry for your loss.
So sorry Brenda. What a shock. Gracie will be missed.
Dearest Brenda…there are no words to tell you how sorry we all are…please feel our hugs and love from everyone💕
Such a shock and so very sorry. Like everyone else I am wishing you peace as you grapple with the loss. It takes a while, as you well know.
Oh no! I’m so very sorry about Gracie! What a terrible tragedy, I’m so heartbroken for you. Sending loving thoughts and prayers to you.
Wow that was a shock to read!
I have a puppy the same age, and I can’t imagine walking in and finding him dead.
I’m so sorry Brenda! It’s so hard to lose a fur baby but specially when they are so young and it’s so unexpected.
I am so very sorry Brenda! My heart breaks for you.
Very very shocking to read the first line of your post Brenda.
My mind wasn’t even thinking straight.
Like how could this be?
A little kitten like Gracie,,,,, gone.
My deepest sorrow & prayers are with you today Brenda.
To your family also.
I am surprised you didn’t ask your vet to do an autopsy.
To find out the cause of Gracie’s death.
So loved Gracie Mae. 💔
Actually I was too in shock to even think about it. The vet thinks it was a congenital problem like her heart.
Oh Brenda so heartbreaking, I know. Two years ago I walked in my living room and found my sweet Tilly on the floor. She was less than two years old and had shown no signs of feeling ill. We did an autopsy and it was her heart. Your vet is most likely correct. Gracie and Tilly’s time may have been short but full of love. I’m sorry for your loss. I hope Gracie meets up with my Tilly they would be great friends.
Oh no, Brenda. My heart hurts for you… Gracie Mae was such a sweet kitten, and she was very lucky to have you for her mama. I’m sure the vet is right that it was something congenital. Please have Kendra give you a hug for me. 💙🐾💙
Brenda, I am so sorry to hear this. I couldn’t believe the caption. She was so young. I am glad Kendra was able to come help so quickly. You gave her such a happy home💓
Brenda ~ I am so very, very sorry for your loss! Please consider yourself hugged tightly. You know we are all there with you ~
Oh no, I’m so sorry Brenda, this is heartbreaking. My heart sank when I saw the title of this post. You are such a loving and good pet momma and I’m just at a loss.
Oh Brenda, what a shock! I’m at a loss for words. Sending much love and many hugs to you. XOXOXO
Oh, dear Brenda, I can hardly believe this. I have tears just writing to tell you how very very sorry I am. Little Gracie may have had a short life, but it was filled with TONS of Love!!!! You are in my prayers. Hugs from WI
Brenda, I’m so terribly sorry for your loss. It’s hard to know why she went over the Bridge but I’m sure she was met by your other loves. You’ll see her again, she’ll meet you …..
Oh, Brenda, what a terrible shock for you. I’m heart broken over the loss of your beautiful, sweet little Gracie. You’re in my thoughts and prayers.
I am SO SORRY to hear that! They are a part of our heart.. I am so happy you have moved to where you are and have such a great neighbor.
Please care for yourself. I think your other cat will be
grieving too… I always let our animals go in with the animal that has died so they can understand it..
Giving you a big virtual hug
Brenda, I am heartbroken for you. Gracie had a wonderful life with you! In her 10 months with you she was doted on, loved and lavished with attention. This sweet angel is with Abi and Charlie and all three live in your heart and your memories of the joy and comfort they gave you. Hugs to you.
OH NO!!!! I am so sorry, Brenda!!!! My heart is with you. This is awful. Love and hugs, Brenda. I’m so sad for you!!!
oh, what an awful shock. So sad for you Brenda.
Brenda, I am so sorry to hear of Gracie Mae’s passing! My thoughts and prayers are with you!