life cycles on

Meet Penny, my new kitty. She's posing for you on Chloe's memorial blankie, which is nearly finished.

my beautiful Chloe...

...passed this morning. She's been in ill health for a while, and in the last few days, I felt she was ready to go. I took her to my vet's office this morning, and they gave her a peritoneal shot, as she was too dehydrated to find a vein. The vet explained beforehand that this kind of administration takes a few minutes longer to take effect (five to ten minutes average), but is less painful than the other options. She administered the shot, and after about a minute, Chloe was gone. Her system was so weak, that she just let go very quickly and calmly. I got to be with her as she passed, which I was scared of, but very glad I did. It is very sad, but also a great relief, as I could tell she was uncomfortable in her last days. Thank you to all who helped support me in this time of decision and pain.