Just wanted to share here for those who have been following me for quite a while and have gotten to know my pets, but today I had to put down my 16 year old himalayan, Esmeralda. Her body was beginning to shut down and as of this morning she couldn’t use her back legs at all. Not eating.. drinking, the whole laundry list of symptoms that tells you your pet is ready to be sent off over the Rainbow Bridge.

She was humanely euthanized, I held onto her the entire time. She was purring as she was beginning to feel at ease under sedation. I spent a while with her talking to her, letting her know she was loved by not just me, but those who’s lives she touched whether through meeting IRL or online. The support I’ve gotten so far today has been so heartwarming that so many people noticed how much I loved and cared for Esmeralda. She will be missed so dearly. The tears have not stopped and I’m going to be taking some time to grieve as I can.