This person has a cat that they call “stupid” because it does not seem to have good instincts for staying safe. The cat is older than their four children, and they have many pictures showing the children holding and squeezing the cat as babies. The cat, which has been around for 19 years, does not seem bothered by this. He allows the kids to carry him around and even climbs into the shower, surprised when water falls on him. The owner got the cat shortly after they got married.
The cat is comforting to their autistic daughter during her tough moments, and he sometimes sings with the owner’s wife. Unfortunately, the cat is now dying, and the owner’s family has been very upset. While the children and wife have been crying all night, the owner has tried to stay calm for them. When his wife asked why he was not crying, he told her he was just compartmentalizing feelings. She said she could not handle the decision of what to do and asked him to handle it.
The owner contacted a veterinarian to arrange for the cat to be put to sleep. He made the call in a calm manner and explained the situation to the receptionist. She expressed sympathy, knowing how difficult it can be. While stating that the cat lived a good life, the owner’s voice cracked unexpectedly. After confirming the appointment, he quickly hung up and felt tears welling up, not understanding why he was crying over the cat.
He sat behind his workplace, feeling emotional and hoping to regain his composure before going back inside. He works with tough guys who might not understand shedding tears over a cat. The owner’s feelings caught him off guard because he had not expected this reaction. The cat, named Jimmy, has been friendly and welcoming to each of the owner’s children since their births. All the children will be there to say goodbye to him. Will the owner be able to hold it together before that moment arrives?
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