It's Cancer...
We went to visit Pooh bear (our cat) at the Animal hospital in Pennsylvania yesterday. We were there for most of the day.
We finally spoke with the doctor who confirmed our suspicions.
The first option that was offered of course was chemotherapy which Sean shot down immediately as an option and I of course agreed. Pooh is 14 years old and we see no reason to cause him extra suffering to may be increase his life span for a short time while decreasing his quality of life.
Our current goal is to take him home and spend some quality time together until he is ready to say good bye and then bring him in to be put down.
The challenge is that his chest may quickly fill with fluid again and that we won't be able to do that.
We shall see.
Will keep you posted....
“I love cats because I enjoy my home; and little by little, they become its visible soul.” ~ Jean Cocteau
Losing a family member is never easy and knowing you, dear Eric and Sean, I know Pooh is most definitely a precious family member. My "boys", Bert and Ernie, and I are sending Pooh lots of prayers and Reiki. Wishing sweet Pooh a peaceful passing surrounded by everyone he loves.
Posted by: Brenda | August 04, 2006 at 09:42 AM
Thank you Brenda, we really appreciate your warm wishes for pooh and for us!
Posted by: Eric G. Schneider, D. Min. | August 04, 2006 at 11:19 AM
Thank you for your amazingly sweet words and prayer Brenda. I truly appreciately it deeply and I know Pooh will appreciate your loving thoughts as well. It's lovely to have such a wonderful soul like you around our family, especially in times like this. Thank you again and please continue to send your prayers.
Posted by: Sean | August 04, 2006 at 11:21 AM
How lucky for Pooh to have spent his years with you, and oversee the growth of your family. No one can ask for anything more than being loved all their life. I've prayed to my angels to see Pooh to his new home. May the sorry of his passing be overshadowed by the love, comfort, and laughter he's brought to you. Our thoughts are with you and your family.
Posted by: Rick | August 04, 2006 at 11:53 AM
Thank you Rick for your thoughtful and beautiful words!
Posted by: Eric G. Schneider, D. Min. | August 04, 2006 at 05:54 PM