So grateful that I found this community which led me to finding God, because without that I dont know how I would have gotten through today.
First I found out my cat passed away, which already hurt...but then minutes after that, my grandfather ive taken care of for 12 years took his last breath and I lost him too. The only thing that kept me from shattering was knowing hes been suffering for a long time and now that suffering is over. I really wanted to numb the pain with a bottle - but i went to an AA meeting instead.
It still doesnt feel real. 😔
Edit - just want to add since several people have already said get another cat - we have other cats, 3 actually, and 1 is with me now (the brother of the one that passed actually) so getting another one isn't really what I need. But thank you for the suggestion.
I'm sorry for both your losses.
As one who's lost many kitties, my solution to that is bringing home another kitty (or two or three). Having a little body to love and to love you can be quite soothing and uplifting.
I actually have others, but they each held a special place in my heart so to find out one was gone and then find out about grandpa right on top of that just crushed me
I know. Each of my kitties has had a place in my heart just their size and shape, and no one can replace another, but I'm glad you have other little warm loving bodies to focus on.
And again, I'm sorry about your grandpa.
yeah, unfortunately pets have shorter life-spans than us, so that is one of the risks of being a pet-owner.
Can't say that about your grandfather, but the older generation is likely to pass before you.
I am glad that you did not hit the bottle, that doesn't fix anything.
Praying for the souls of you lost ones. You frayed feelings will connect again soon.