She's Gone...

After 19 years together, I put my cat "Reebok" to sleep 30 minutes before Shabbos. I'm sad but I'm  still going to Shabbos dinner and will put a semi-smile on. Here on some pics of her and a poem I found online that I should warn, will make you cry.  

 

IF I SHOULD GROW FRAIL

If it should be that I grow frail and sick
And pain does keep me from my sleep,
Then will you do what must be done
For this--the last battle--can't be won.

You will be sad, I understand
But don't let grief then stay your hand
For on this day, more than the rest,
Your love and friendship must stand the test.

We have had so many happy years
You don't want me to suffer
So take me where my needs they'll be met.
Only stay with me till the end.
For hold me firm and speak to me
Until my eyes no longer see
I know in time you will agree
It is a kindness you do to me.

Although my tail its last has waved
From pain and suffering I have been saved.

Don't grieve that it must now be you
Who has to decide this thing to do
We've been so close--we two--these years,
Don't let your heart hold any tears.IF I SHOULD GROW FRAIL

If it should be that I grow frail and sick
And pain does keep me from my sleep,
Then will you do what must be done
For this--the last battle--can't be won.

You will be sad, I understand
But don't let grief then stay your hand
For on this day, more than the rest,
Your love and friendship must stand the test.

We have had so many happy years
You don't want me to suffer
So take me where my needs they'll be met.
Only stay with me till the end.
For hold me firm and speak to me
Until my eyes no longer see
I know in time you will agree
It is a kindness you do to me.

Although my tail its last has waved
From pain and suffering I have been saved.

Don't grieve that it must now be you
Who has to decide this thing to do
We've been so close--we two--these years,
Don't let your heart hold any tears.