Thursday, June 07, 2007

Meyou



















This is our Mom's cat Meyou. She is almost 10 years old and was rescued at about 6 weeks old by our stepsister who found her outside in some very cold New England weather. Mom and Stepdad had recently lost their beloved Bunky cat at that time, and Mom was certainly not in the market for another cat, but how could she say no?! Don named her Meyou because she was for "me and you" he told Mom. But Meyou was always more of a Daddy's girl... until his passing last summer. As a kitten, she couldn't even jump up on the bed, but he would pick her up and she'd lay on his belly for hours. She'd wait in the front window for him to come home in the evenings and we swear she knew the sound of the car as it turned onto the street. Then they'd enjoy an appetizer of shrimp together before dinner every nite. She never did turn into a lap cat, and doesn't like to picked up and doesn't even like to be petted for long. But she always likes to be nearby surveying the scene. His passing has been just as difficult for Meyou as it has been for Mom. Meyou was in mourning for a long time, but we think she understands now that he is not coming home this time. Meyou still will not go on his side of the bed. Mom's retired now, and home with Meyou a lot, and she has turned into a Mommy's girl. They have a different routine now, she won't really eat the shrimp at nite so Mom finally stopped trying that. She loves to be brushed and just hang out with Mom and follow her around. She's always close by. It's wonderful they have each other and Mom always says she doesn't know what she'd do without her. ~Jess and Becky

50 comments:

Oscar the Puppy Cat said...

What a sad and wonderful story. Cats morn just as hard as humans, I've seen it first hand. I won't go into it but it can take it's toll on a kitty. It sounds like Meyou was meant to share your parents lives. I'm sorry about your Stepdad. Meyou is not only very pretty, she sounds very wise.

Emma's Kat said...

What a sweet kitty you are Meyou. And what a sweet story about you and your dadbean. So sorry he has passed. Love your name too, btw!

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I like that your Peace Globe is at the top every day, for everyone to see!!

Peace to you and yours, now and always!

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Ann M & the Kitties said...

What a lovely, sad story. I'm glad Meyou and her Mom can comfort each other.

KC and the Giggleman Kitties said...

That is a very beautiful, sweet, sad story. I'm glad Meyou and Mom have comfort in each other. She is a beautiful girl. Love her name, that is really special.
ML

Anonymous said...

thanks for having Meyou as COTD! she is such a special little girl. Mom is here visiting for the week and missing her little girl but we both thank you all for the kind words!

becky said...

Ditto what Jess said! Meyou is our other "sis" such a cute good girl we love her very much!!:)

Parker said...

Such a bittersweet story, Meyou is an ecellent name by the way!

Mimi Lenox said...

Your globe is proudly and prominently displayed. AWESOME.
Thanks for flying your globe and continuing to spread the word of peace.

Louche Tabby said...

....Meyou is a special feline....

Marilynn said...

What a beautiful, sweet cat! Another of God's jewels on earth for us beans to enjoy.

=)

caspersmom said...

What a sad and beautiful story. So glad Meyou that you are getting close to your Mommy. You two really need each other now. You are such a pretty girl too.

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