which has a nice rack will hopefully be worked on this evening. I thought Jane was closer to a finish than she actually is. The border, two rows of her name and such, two birds, and the critter corner yet. But that's still within a few days. Hopefully.
Started at the beginning of September, should this sampler have taken this long? Jane was not worked on for probably a week or more when days were busy with chores. More stitching was done this past week as I worried about Peanut.
She passed away yesterday evening. My brother is inconsolable. He saved so many cats over the years, all strays, found agencies or homes for the litters, but this little brat was his favorite of all. He has one remaining in house, not very social as some rescues are (our Missy, Nit, Petey, Tootsie!). The mobile vet we have used ended practice a week ago. The primary vet gave him liquid medication to calm and sedate her if she worsened. One day you have hope, the next day is desperation. Having med on hand to ease their anxiety or pain is a blessing. We think she lost eyesight yesterday ( still no explanation ) which was terrifying for her. The medication could not treat whatever caused her condition but certainly helped her stress.
I've been trying to hold back tears for days, assuming this was coming. No doc has an explanation why my eyes become so bad after crying with no tears. Doesn't it make sense that the lacrimal glands getting the brain's message to produce tears and struggling to but cannot, would become irritated? It irritates the hell outta me!
Hope you have a good day.
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11 comments:
Hi Marly: You are so close to the finish, it is a stunning design.
I am so sad for your brother, it is hard, animals are a family member.
Hugs
Catherine
I am so very sorry to hear the news of Peanut. In 5 days it will be a year since I lost Snowdog and somehow the pain is still as raw. Sending prayers for some measure of comfort for your brother. Jane take my breath away - truly gorgeous. I would feel accomplished if I were to complete a sampler like that in a year. Shut that piehole in your face about it taking you too long. ~Robin~
My heart breaks for your brother's loss. It is so hard losing a family member. May he find some comfort knowing what a wonderful life he gave Peanut.
So sorry for your brother's loss of his beloved cat. He has done so much good through the years finding homes for so many cats. God Bless Him.
So sorry to hear that Peanut has gone over the rainbow....he had a good live with your brother.
Your sampler looks stunning! Like it very much.
Take care, Truus from Holland
Sorry about Peanut. Your brother has done well to save so many cats.
Jane is looking good. Despite your feelings, IMHO you are progressing quickly. I'm not sure I'd be that far if I treated stitching as a full time job.
Saddened to hear about precious Peanut and hope your brother will be comforted by the knowledge that what he has given to Cat-dom will ultimately bring him comfort and peace.
Jane is such a beautiful accomplishment and I will never agree with you about any dissatisfaction you voice about your progress or exacting stitchery... she is a beauty.
I'm so sad to read about little Peanut, Marly. Your brother sounds like one special, caring man--I hope he knows how much those kitties have loved him through the years. I hope your eyes do okay with this new sadness to deal with...
Your sampler is looking fabulous. There are so many motifs in this one--no wonder it is taking longer than you expected.
Molto bello il ricamo.
Sending warm thoughts your brother's way. We are still missing our Mabel and it has been over 3 months since she disappeared. Your sampler is gorgeous Marly.
God bless little Peanut. God bless your brother also. So heart breaking when losing a pet, especially a favorite one.
I know you feel his pain.
Your sampler is going to be gorgeous when finished. Would love to see it framed.
Hopes for a happy time ahead.
Charlotte in Va.
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