Bitsy Button Sutton
I knew the day would come when we had to say goodbye to our sweet Bitsy. But time caught all of us by surprise this week, as she went into severe kidney failure. We couldn’t turn it around. We said goodbye to her yesterday, and she died in my arms. I would have gone with her if I could have.
She was our companion, a best friend and she gave us unconditional love. I feel so empty now that she is gone, like my heart has been hollowed. I see her everywhere.
Chelsea and Mooch were her friends and I know the house must feel empty for them too. When we came home without her, Chelsea walked all around the outside of the car sniffing.
Bitsy was a gift to us from heaven, and I’m so grateful for the time we had with her. She taught us so much. You can read about her here.
I hope the tears will stop in a few days, and my heart will fill with memories of her. For those of you who have been through the death of a pet, I know you understand the feeling.
Bitsy has her wings now and I hope she’s learning to use them well. I will miss her so much.
Hugs to each of you who have ever lost a pet.
Anne
167 Comments
SuzK
I’m so sad to hear about Bitsy. You’ve shared so many sweet stories about her that I feel I knew her personally. Three years ago our older cat had to be put to sleep because she had developed lung cancer. I had originally brought her home to be a companion for my son so the house wouldn’t be empty when he came home from school while I was at work. I always thought of Jacki as his cat and I was just babysitting while he was in college and then when he couldn’t have her in his new apartment. When she died I thought my heart had broken in two. It was overwhelming because, while I cared about her, I had no idea how attached I was to her. My thoughts go out to you and your husband and to Chelsea and Mooch.
Sherri
I’m so sorry for your loss Anne. We have been through this as well and my heart goes out to you and your family.
Karen S
Anne,
I am so sorry to hear about little Bitsy. I too have experienced the unexpected loss of a beloved pet. Bitsy will forever be in your heart. I hope you soon the pain will ease and you will have wonderful memories of your beloved Bitsy. Hugs to you.