I will sometimes hold Hot Rod so close and tight to me and just whisper to him that he has absolutely no idea just how much I love him. We lost our 12 year cat a year before we got Hot Rod and that is why we talked about getting a dog. When we lost Rambo, it was like my heart stopped beating. I couldn't get through a day without crying my eyes out and it physically hurt to breath. within 2 months after Hot Rod coming into our lives, we lost our second cat who was 13 at the time. My hubby says that she waited until we had someone else to take care of us.
I just try to enjoy everyday with Hot Rod and Maggie May and I can only do my best to make sure that they have the best life that is possible for them. One day that pain will be here again, but until then, I try to make the best life for all of us.