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This last month has been so crazy, dealing with Roo’s death (my other cat) around the holidays has been tough. Everyone has been so full of cheer as they should be this time of year and there I was…faking that smile.
After getting through each day, dealing with my kid and the house and the everyday stuff. in the evening, I would go to my room and cry because I missed that little boy so much. Once the tears would stop I would begin this search I started when Roo died. For whatever reason, finding every picture of him that I ever took was my mission. So there I was searching hard drives, usb sticks, cd’s…everything.
During my last search I came across this photograph of my Mikey and I just stopped. It’s one in a series that I shot a few years ago. Something about this shot right here with the way it is blown out with the light and the look on Mikey’s face in the reflection seemed to speak to me and I heard Mikey loud and clear…It’s time to let Roo go.
Mikey and I have always had this special thing between us, being best friends is why and we know each other like no one
else knows us. Mikey has followed me like a shadow for weeks now and he always does but not like since Roo died. He knows my heart is hurt but I think Mikey’s heart is hurt too because he loved Roo also. He has been doing his best to get me through this and like always he is doing a great job.
I have lost Roo and nothing will ever bring him back, it is time to let him go.
I feel fortunate to have my Mikey, he is the best friend I have ever had. It’s time to get back to our lives.
Model is Mikey
Here are a few of the shot from this series….
When Will My Reflection Show…
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I'm only a cat
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Lend Me a Kitten
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And this is Roo….
Stray Cat's Prayer…..
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Roo was put to rest on November 28, 2011.
His presence in our lives is missed every single day.
Roo’s spirit taught me so much about appreciating life…right now.
His sweet soul and kind heart will live on….
for as long as I live, he shall not die.
Hi my name is Jennifer, I am known to most as the “Cat Photographer”….
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Beautiful boy. It is such a comfort to have another fuzzy little friend to console you when you’ve lost another.
It really does help so much. Thank you.
– ibjennyjenny
You have a lot of strenghts Jenny…and I just know that you will be all right…Time will do it’s thing and everyday will be brighter…one day at the time. Thank goodness for little Mickey who most definitely feels your pain and wants to help you heal…Take good care of one another…there will be better days…Fabulous image!
Thank you so much. Mikey has always been my little light through the darkest of times, he really does help me.
– ibjennyjenny
i so know exactly how that feels jenny…. its the ninth anniversary of my cats death today and my heart still aches so much. He (Leo) was the love of my life, like Mikey is to you. 3 yrs ago, my poor baby cat passed as well, on the 8th. its always a sad time of year for me. i always buy his (Leo) favourite flowers (he always ate them!! lol) and light a candle for him… now there are two candles. i am not yet healed enough to put his photograph, or that of baby Molly, on RB, maybe next year. take care and stay strong. {{{HUGS}}} X
It is so difficult especially when their lives get cut short. For me it’s the fact that I had to make the decision to put him to rest, though I know it was the right decision, when I close my eyes at night all the what if’s come into play. It’s horrible. Thank you.
– ibjennyjenny
Mikey does know your sorrow and feels the loss of Roo and wants to comfort you I’m sure….your photos of all your cats are so lovely and definitely show your love for them….
Thank you so much.
– ibjennyjenny
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– ibjennyjenny
Such a gorgeous photo.
My heart aches for you because I know what you’re going through. I had to have my dear Hannah put down a year ago due to health problems & I miss her so. Her sister Winnie sticks with me like a shadow….I’m sure she still misses her, too. It’s just do hard to lose a beloved pet as they become such a big part of our lives & fill up our heart with love.
I didn’t realize Hannah was gone, I am sorry for not knowing that. I have been through your amazing gallery and I have adored your work of Hannah and Winnie, that is sad that she is gone.
For me, I seem to be struggling with the fact that I had to make the decision to put Roo to sleep, I know I had to do it but it hurts so much. Thank you for taking the time to leave a comment, your words are always comforting to me.
– ibjennyjenny
lovely image. Mikey is beautiful. i’m so sorry for your loss of Roo, though …
Thank you so much.
– ibjennyjenny
Great capture. Love the colours, textures and composition…all !!
Thank you
– ibjennyjenny
What a super picture of a beautiful cat. Mikey looks lovely and, I’m sure is a great comfort.
Thank you
– ibjennyjenny
this is one of my all time favourites EVER in cat photography ♥
You are so very kind. Thank you.
– ibjennyjenny