My old kitty passed away last night
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She had gotten sick at Christmas, and while she got better, she was not as good as she had been. On Sunday, she started a rapid decline, and I knew she wasn't going to pull out of it this time. She was about 20 years old. She was always a good cat, not affectionate, but very sociable and got along with any pets who came to the house. She was a lot of fun. She loved boxes, baskets, punch bowls, bags. It really was 'if she fit, she'd sit.' We took some great shots of Kitty in the _____. She is the last of that generation of kitties. They all lived long lives. I'm taking a break from having pets for the first time in 20 some years. All of our pets have come to us as strays, and I'll rely on chance again. In the meantime, I'll adjust to a pet free home, and take the time I need to get used to a daily routine with big holes in it. Thanks for reading.
I put a picture of her on Imgur: https://imgur.com/a/240ndq7
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I put off visits since before last Christmas, so I didn't have to leave her with a pet sitter. I'm plugged into the pet scene locally and there is a huge need for adopters or foster families. I was thinking I might try fostering and see how it works for the pets and me. First and only time was a foster failure 
Had that kitty for 5 years.
My kids are going on vacation and I'm keeping their little dog with me for a week. She is good medicine for us.
Glad you filled your house with sweet kitties
Even when it’s expected or the pet is older, it’s still such a gut punch. Losing a pet makes your house feel so empty, doesn’t it?
Best wishes to you whatever the future may bring, pet-wise. 
I know there is an empty space in your life without her. May your heart be filled with loving memories of your old kitty. 
you. I do hope you can foster, I did a few litters years ago, before I became my disabled husbands caretaker. It is a great way to help many kitties in need.
Sending virtual hugs to you and healing prayers.
It's a good idea to take all the time you need to grieve. She was a big part of your life for a long time.
Wishing you peace in your heart… losing a kitty is so hard, been there…
May your days pass with fond memories.
We had to send our 18-year old one-eyed wondercat across the rainbow bridge a week ago. I still find myself looking at the adjacent recliner to see if he's there.
Your old kitty will send another kitty who needs all the love that you have to give.
It’s a terrible feeling
However I hope you’re comforted in the knowledge you gave her the absolutely best life she could have ever had. I find the sentiments of this author sum up nicely how I’m certain Kitty feels about you:
Grieve not
nor speak of me with tears
but laugh and talk of me
as if I were beside you
I loved you so
’twas Heaven here with you
Please keep her feelings uppermost in mind as the her spirit continues to be present in your life. 
20 years is a good long run but it's never long enough, is it?
She loved boxes of any kind. I have pictures of her in boxes, bags, baskets, even a punch bowl. lol
She was part or all Manx. I think she was so sociable because she didn't have to worry about a tail
You know I could post every picture I ever took of her and our other kitties
Thank you for being so kind
20 years is a testament to how well she was taken care of, and loved. She had a good life, but I know its still so hard to lose one.
Hugs to you, Marthe.
