A DOG NAMED KITTY

" Once Upon a Time in a land far far way there lived A Dog Named Kitty... ) I received a call from my sister last night informing me that Kitty had left this plain of existence for more angelic plains.

Those of you who have known me for some time will remember Kitty. Her beauty and spirit were contagious and she brought much joy to all who came in contact with her. It was in the Christmas season of 95 that a couple of high school kids ( one of whom is a facebook friend ) brought me in this dog that they found wandering around the high school. They were originally taking her to the spca but decided to stop by my new age shoppe and see if I was interested in taking her. I did and my life was profoundly changed.

It is a cold heart that cant see heaven in a dogs eyes. We were only together seven months but that was enough to forever change me. One of the hardest things I have ever done in my life is let her go. When i closed my shoppe I left town with but the clothes on my back to live on the streets. My only concern was Kitty. My parents took her and twelve years later she was still there. I had done the right thing. She had a big yard and a big house and my Father was devoted to her. She lived a long happy life. It was time to let her go and I say goodbye with sadness but also with peace as I know it was the right time and that she had a blessed existence.

Kitty was a breath of fresh air in a life encompassed by struggle and strife. She was a most engaging manifestion of love and innocence that cultivated delight. She was a bright blessing who reflected beauty within and awakened peace in my soul. I saw her as the harmonic embodiment of all that is pure and good. The sacred light of the goddess shone in her spirit and she helped open me to the possibility of love. She will be missed but not forgotten for she was friend , family and companion. Goodye My Friend , I Love You!

I remember after my sister and I were in a car accident ( my sister fractured her sternum and broke a bone in her neck ) in which I suffered a concussion. I got home abut 5am and Kitty had been alone for twelve hours. I was sure she would have gone to the washroom after so long but she hadnt. She was just happy to see me. So here I am at 5am walking down Jarvis St. in Fort Erie barefoot with face covered in blood from an open head wound and Kitty by my side. The funny thing was the police drove by - saw my blood filled face and spattered shirt and didnt even stop. You gotta love small towns.

Those of you who have been reading my notes know its been a tough run lately - my diabetes , adhd and dysthymia , my sisters myriad of life threatening health problems , my sister in laws breast cancer , the passing of our beloved cat Roxy , the death of our Dear Sweet Friend Sean and an assortment of other things too numerous to mention. However fear not for mine is a warrior spirit and I will not be defined by misfortune , I will be inspired by it.

I went through my childhood in the sixties and adolescence in the seventies. Many of my peers wanted to change the world , I wanted to Save it!

To that end I will not go quietly into the night. I will continue to seek enlightenment and change peoples paradigm. I will continue to walk a path of spirited contribution and soul expanding facilitation of inspiration and imagination. Mine is a journey that celebrates diversity , honors ancient wisdom and respects sacred mother earth. I continue to explore and live my souls purpose while elevating my spirit to new heights. My heart bleeds for all who suffer and my inner child seeks only a playground free of hatred , intolerance , prejudice and war where all live in peace with the freedom to blossom.

Goodbye Kitty - You are my Inspiration and you will continue with me as one of my Spirit Guides.



Yours in Mourning
The OldMan

Reviews

[Siobhan Welch]

Animals can touch parts of the soul that are unreachable by mere humans. I've always felt them to be a wall of protection of sorts - when they surround me, the world softens up a bit. They deflect the negativity of surviving in this world somehow.

I've lost five of my most precious friends in the past two years. Only one died a natural death of old age. I'm not sure what took the life of these angels, but the gifts they bestowed on me will forever remain. They were all cats. I can't imagine better givers of unconditional love.

[C.P.]

There are no words to ever really express the loss of a dog to someone who is not a Dog person.
(I am a dog person.)

Honestly, I am an animal person but there is a reason we have given the title of "Man's Best Friend" to the most wonderful spices on the planet.

My friend once pointed out that the word God is Dog spelled backwards.
At the time it didn't mean much but now having lost a beloved canine I have the profound understanding of the relationship that I am supposed to have with God.

It's funny how things like this in life teach us more than we ever thought possible.
May your heart find joy in the memories and love the two of you shared.

[dilettante1890]

Cats are great people aren't they?

[Dianne]

Michael, I too am an animal lover. I have found animals to be more reliable then humans and they have always been there for me when I needed a friend. I trust that your friend and family, Kitty, will be there for you even now. This is a beautiful tribute and affirmation of Kitty.

I hope your health issues have improved since you wrote this, but if you would like some information on diabetes and cancer feel free to write me and ask for it. Warriors of the light assist where ever they are invited. Love and health to you and your family.

[Celeste Hayne]

Michael, this is a very touching and heartfelt story. It brings me to remembering our Jewels (she passed away Christmas 06), and brought an endless supply of love, friendship, excitement, joy and ... she thought she was a cat at times, delicately climbing up on the couch to curl up on our laps (an 89 pound greyhound, very long legged, looking at you with her big brown eyes asking to get up on your lap - priceless).

Initially, she was my therapy dog (Greyhound), and became part of our family. We only had her for about a couple of years, but will remain in our hearts forever. We sometimes feel her presence and know that she is with us.

The many tumultuous life events often will create that bit of enlightenment to unleash more of our creativity.

Thanks for bringing your story and soul to us, and for bringing a little bit of Jewels back into our lives as well.

Hugs, Celeste

[Emily B]

An amazing story. Thank you for sharing it with us.

[THERISA]

Amazing how a furry friend can rise us from the depth of depression by simply being there. Simple brushing against a leg or holding a leash to you, that they want to go for a walk in the countryside. When they look at you, with their soulful and expressive eyes. How can one not refuse their request. Wish Kitty finds the place, which he has shared with your family here. Hoping that thing pick up you and the family, with the coming of spring and hope renewal. Thank you for sharing this part of your life with us.

Therisa

[Sparrow]

You are truly wonderful and poetic writer. I too can appreciate the joy our companions bring to our lives, which at times can seem but a dismal existence. These dear friends can bring to your life a wisdom all their own; I can remember times on my Grandparents' farm when Kyona (an alaskan timber, raised on the farm) would run up to me, urging me to follow her into the secrecy of the woods for an enlightening afternoon walk. I always enjoyed watching her, the way she simply walked in silence taking in her surroundings and merely appreciating the beauty that surrounded us. Thank you for your beautiful words.

[Bubo]

My friend
I am so sorry for your loss...........truely..............Kitty bought happiness and love,
and had a good long life.............so many don;t sadly and are ill treated.........Kitty you will
remember and you do Roxy........bringing a special friendship.........and I am so sorry to hear of
all the troubles in life right now, some days I know it seems hard to take so much on board,
but you have a very loving soul and a strenght I admire.

My heart bleeds for all who suffer and my inner child seeks only a playground free of hatred , intolerance , prejudice and war where all live in peace with the freedom to blossom.


I so wish this too............beautiful thoughts and a treasure to read.