On the edge of a storm and pets

Once again, we're going to be surrounded by a significant winter storm very soon.  Heck, we could even see some of the white stuff here! That would be fun and is what everyone around here is praying for. To go up to the snow is one thing, but to have it delivered to us, where we can look out our windows and see it, is another and it's rare. So yeah, we're praying for snow. 

Crazy though - just the last couple of days, we were enjoying a warm Spring. Trees are budding, and flowers are blooming. 

As I post this, there are strong winds whipping around - It wiped me good as I was driving home from bible study. I'm glad I no longer have to be out in this. I've already been hearing of downed trees, and utility lines. 

I have to wonder, where will this storm go after it is finished with us? 

Timmy

A friend called last night to ask us, if we wanted to take on their elderly parent's cat, knowing that I have always been a cat lover. My husband looked at me and I firmly said, "NO." I don't even want to see the cat - because then I will start second-guessing myself. I tend to have a weakness for cats and dogs but especially cats. The best we could do was offer him our pet carrier and encourage and guide him as to the best way to make the cat adoptable. It always hurts my heart, when someone has to give up an animal. I already pay out medical insurance for my one cat and one dog which keeps going up and up every year. 

Timmy

Back in 2012, my husband brought home this cute cat - 1-year-old and my son named him Timmy. We had him 6 mos and then, a coyote got to him. Broke my heart. 

I adopted this dog - Daisey Mae - who was hours away from being euthanized. She was an elderly dog but absolutely the sweetest dog. I was blessed to have her in my life for 2 years. 

This little booger is my Susie; named after my best friend, Susie who passed away suddenly at the age of 59. If there is such a thing, she is an "alpha cat" She wants to be the only one. She has accepted the dog and I don't want to push her. 

Yes, I have a co-dependent relationship with my animals. 

Laydee

Right now I am content - with the 2 pets I have. It works. To bring another new pet in, could muck up the cohesiveness we have as a "family." 

They both bring significant joy into our lives and I can honestly say, they make us laugh out loud, several times a day. 

So what happens when it's their time to cross over the rainbow bridge? 

I've said before, right after, that I cannot do this again...but within a few days, I realize that hole in my heart can only be filled by an animal to love and spoil. 

Both Laydee and Susie are in good health and just turned 9 years old. No doubt Laydee will go before Susie. It's hard for me to even say that - I get tears in my eyes. 

Oh, it's a curse to love animals as I do. 

Have a great evening - 

Regards, 

Debby