It is with deep sadness and pain that I have to tell you all that my mom helped Misty to the Rainbow Bridge yesterday morning.

Mom's heart is breaking to have lost two of her girls within one month, and she still has not gotten over losing PooPoo so suddenly on 1/13/09.

Misty began her journey with my mom as a super floofy kitten, rescued from a Bay Area shelter in California. She was always on the shy side, but was always a big purr machine, though she never meowed at all.

Misty was the Super Model of our family, and for good reason. She grew into a gorgeous Glamour Girl, and was always striking a beautiful pose.

Misty had most of the terrible CRF symptoms that are common with this disease, and mom could not watch her suffer any more. Though Misty had never spoken, she had started making little meowing sounds like she was trying to tell mom it was time.

Mom had to make the heart wrenching decision to help Misty to the Bridge yesterday morning.

Run free, my big sis, Misty, run free with PooPoo and Taffy. We love you and will miss you so much. One day we will all be together again.
Misty
9/95 - 2/16/09
103 comments:
Dear JB & family...
We are so sorry to hear of your loss...Please know that you are in our thoughts & prayers...
Our eyes are leaking for you...It's been a such tough time for all of you...
Love,
Abby & her Mom xxxxxooooo (Extra kisses & hugs today)
So sorry that you and your mom had to make such a sad decision. Misty sure was a tough little kitty. We know you'll miss her dearly. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Shelly & Tommy
Our eyes are leaking so bad, my mum is having a hard time typing to you....I never knew Misty as a baby and seeing that photo of her was heartbreaking. She was so beautiful. She is an angel! I wish I could take you on an adventure to the sunflower fields, too. So you heart will stop aching, my lil friend.
Deetzy and Family
We're so sorry to hear this news, JB. Misty was well loved by your family. She had a very good life. Your Mom has lots of beautiful photos (and memories) of Misty. Back up the digital photos, okay?
Oh JB, we are so sorry to hear about Misty...she was so beautiful! Please give your mom a gentle headbutt from us...we know she is so sad...Misty is free of all her health problems now...running and playing with PooPoo and Taffy...
Wally, Ernie, Zoey and mom Sue
I am so sorry to learn the sad news about sweet and Misty. She was a beautiful kitty, and I am going to miss her a lot. I think she knew it was her time, and she wanted to make sure PooPoo would not be lonely. I will always remember her with the sparkling drops of water on her nose! My sincerest condolences and soft purrs to you.
oh JB and mom, we are so sorry about Misty. it's so hard to know when it's time to go to the bridge, but Misty was telling you. think of Misty happy purring and pain free. she will be waiting for you. you gave her a wonderful life. we hope you can find some comfort in your memories of her.
sad woofs.
Oh Mommy Deb and JB, I just had the worst feeling today and hurried to get online as soon as I had the chance. I just kept thinking Misty may go to the Bridge soon...
I wish my hunch had been wrong.
I am just so sorry and so sad for you. She will always be your shiny silvery star. Her kitten picture is so precious. Yes, I'm sure PooPoo and Taffy were thrilled to meet Misty at the Bridge. 3 beautiful girls happy and healthy, playing and napping in the sunshine.
I will hold you in my thoughts as you miss your sweet kitties. My heart hurts for you, but Mommy Deb, you did everything you could. More than a lot of people and Misty told you in her way it was time. She sure did love you. You are a wonderful Mommy.
I'm sending lots of gentle hugs.
Lorianna
We are so sorry about Misty. Even knowing this was coming didn't make the decision easy. She is at peace now but we know you will miss her.
Mom and I are so sorry to hear about Misty. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your mom as you go through another grief period.
I'm so sorry it was Misty's time to go to the bridge. But she's healthy again there, and with PooPoo and Taffy. Someday all of you will be together.
I feel so bad for your Mom, and all of you, having Misty go to the bridge so soon after PooPoo. I know your Mom has taken excellent care of Misty all these years, and Misty could not have had a better Mom than her. {{{To all of you}}}
Oh, my. I'm sitting here crying for Bandit when I read your comment.
So very sorry for poor Misty, but your Mom did the right thing. I will post this on the CB in a few minutes.
Lots of love and purrs to your family, especially coming so soon after the loss of PooPoo last month.
Love,
ML
We are so sorry for the loss of your Misty. We have lost two kitty boys to CRF and know what you and Misty have been going through. You did the loving thing by helping her across the Bridge.
We send gentle purrs and comforting thoughts --
'Kaika and his mom
JB,
I am so sorry for your loss, especially so soon after losing Poo Poo. Your mom's heart must just be broken. My mom and I are thinking about you always because we know all too well how hard it is to lose a family member. I know you, Bear and Dumplin will step in and give your mom the extra love she needs right now. We will miss Misty too...
Pedro
Oh JB and Mom we are so sorry to hear about Misty!! Purrrrs and comforting hugs to you all!! Till we meet again at the Rainbow Bridge Misty!!
Your FL furiends,
I am so sorry to hear this news. I feel so sad for you all, to lose Misty so soon after PooPoo. At least they are both happy now.
Thinking of you all.
We are so sorry to hear of your loss of Misty. It is so soon after PooPoo's loss, our thoughts are with you at this sad time.
Mindy, Moe, Bono
JB and family
I am so vewy sowwy fow youw sadness..what youw Mom did is the hawdest and most loving thing she could do fow bootiful Misty.
I'm so sowwy she had to go, but I know she will be wif PooPoo and Taffy, and someday you'll all be togethew again..She was a miwacle and will nevew be fowgotten..I wish I could make the huwt less fow you
smoochie kisses
ASTA
Run free sweet Misty - we will see you another day. Purrrs.
Since Deetzy and Sharkie told me, woo know I wrote already...
Your mom deserves LOTS of extra purrs and khysses fur showing Misty the love and dignity she deserved...
Hugz&Khysses,
Khyra and her mom
We were so sorry to read the news about the lovely Misty. We can imagine your pain at losing her, and that you are feeling the pain of losing PooPoo all over again. But take comfort in knowing that you gave her a life filled with love and caring, ad that she now runs free with all our friends
Please give JB, Dumplin' and Bear an extra big cuddle from us.
Tom, Tama-Chan and #1
we are sending comforting purrs and purrayers to your family. it is never easy to let go.
momsbusy & y2k
w00f's JB, me iz sooo so sorry Misty went to the bridge...she wuz a bute ti ful kitty...me got u in me thoughts and prayers...RIP Misty, have fun playin wiff Taffy and PooPoo..
a sad,
rocky
bear
angel lacylulu
and mama...
We are very sad to hear about Misty. So much partings in your life recently, JB! It must be so awful hard to bear...
Our purrs an thoughts to you and your fambly!
extra kissies and(((hugs))) and Purrayers to you all.
Biggest possible purrs to all of you. And our sincerest condolences. It was the best decision your mom could do. Although she didn't want to lose her she still listened closely to what Misty had to tell her. That is so beautiful. She was a very, very pretty girl. We are sure she wanted to be with Poo Poo. They will both look after each other now.
We are thinking of you. Siena & Chilli
We are praying for you. We know that you, Dumplin', and Bear are showing your Mom lots and lots of love.
Love,
Teddy Bear
We are praying for you. We know that you, Dumplin', and Bear are showing your Mom lots and lots of love.
Love,
Teddy Bear
We are sending warm light to surround you all. We are so very sad for you all, it is so very hard losing one loved one but losing two in such a short time, each one as much loved as the other... just think they will be able to find each other easily :)
Misty is a beautiful girl, and you could always see her serenity through her eyes..Run free and play long Misty moo..
We will miss you!
comforting puurs Vic and family
oh we are so very sorry to learn about Misty. She had a wonderful life full of love with you and will surely be watching over you.
Misty, until we meet at the bridge............
our purrrss and purrayers are with you all
We are so very sorry to hear about Misty. This has been a very sad start to the year at your house. We are sending you tons of {{{hugs}}} and many many purrs.
We just read about Dumplin' though, and he sounds like a good little poodin. We're sending him tons of purrs and {{{hugs}}} too.
Luf, Us and Maw
We are sorry to hear about Misty. She looks like a wonderful cat and it is so sad to lose two kitties so close together.
Sending purrs and thinking of you at this sad time.
Fat Eric and his mum, Kate
Dear JB, we´re so sorry to hear about Misty. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this so sad time.
Hugs and kisses
Thor and mom
JB and family, we are so sorry to hear this sad news of Misty. We just want you to know you are all in our thoughts and prayers. You gave Misty a very wonderful, loving, and full life.
Our purrs are with you.
Hi JB, Dumplin, Bear and family,
No words would comfort all of you about Misty's passing. Within a month, your family has lost 2 beloved cats, that is too much to bear.
Dear Misty,
You're now running free in dog heaven, no more needle sticks, no more suffer from CRF. You have lived a good loving 16 years with your family, you'll never be forgotten. We keep visiting your family to comfort and being there for them, k? Maltese promise!
Love and hugs.
Hey JB, Bear and Dumplin,
Misty sure did have a great life living with you all. She will always be remembered.
We're thinking of you at this sad time.
tailwags
Noah Willow Tess Lucy
Mommie and I are very sad to hear about Misty. She was a beautiful girl and had a wonderful life.
I'm sending you and your fambly some purrs. And we wish you peace and comfort.
Oh No.. Misty was a really pretty girl who is a pawsome model. Run free Misty.. We will miss you
~ Bae
JB.
I know your mom took a sad decision but it was thinking in Misty.
You all are in our thoughts and prayers.
Take care
Kisses and hugs
Lorenza
I'm so SO sorry to hear about Misty's passing...you and your family are in our thoughts. Run free, Misty...we will miss you dearly.
Scottie
We were all so sad to hear about Misty having to go to the Bridge. Purrs to you all during this difficult time.
Oh JB and family I am so sorry for your loss. Misty was such a lovely girl. Purrs to all of you and Mom hugs.
JB,we are so very sorry to hear about Misty.Even though she was sick and is now free, it still hurts. You and your family will miss her so much.We wish we could help with the pain.
Purrs & Headbutts to all of you.
Purrs Mickey,Georgia,Tillie & the Mom
We is so sorry! It's hard to loose one cat, much less too so close! Misty was lovely an knowed efurry day how much yur mom lufed hers! PooPoo and Misty were bof furry lucky to share yur home. Snuggle yur mom an you'll bof be less lonely.
Purrs and hugs,
~ Victor, Nina & Tabbymom Jen
Nothing we can say can ease the pain. We send our love and gentle purrs and prayers.
(((((Hugs)))))
We know your heart is breaking! Two sweet babies in one month. You have given Misty a beautiful tribute on todays blog. Keep those good memories close to your heart and love JB and Dumplin.
JB - We're so very sorry to hear about beautiful Misty. And so soon after PooPoo - it must be so hard to bear. We wish we could hug you and your mom because your hearts must be breaking. All your friends are here for you and we hope that's comforting.
xo
Chef, Beauty and Rugrat
I am so sorry that Misty had to go to the Bridge so soon after PooPoo. It must be very hard to bear. I know that she had a great life with you and I'm sure that she is glad that you listened to her plea and sent her on ahead. {{{HUGS)))
We were sorry to hear about Misty, and know that you must be heartbroken again.
We do know that sweet Misty, was a lucky girl to have so much love and care, and had a great life with her family.
I think we always feel guilty when we have to help one of our friends to the bridge,but you did the best thing a mom could do.
Big hugs from across the ocean.
Julie and Poppy q
Hello JB & Family
I came over from Khyras Blog. I am so sorry to hear about the loss of Misty.
Big licks to you
Suzuki
xxx
JB, I'm so sorry to hear about Misty. Your mum should be proud she kept Misty healthy for so long. My brother Salvador will be waiting for her at the bridge. I am purring for your family tonight.
Huffle Mawson
RIP, Misty. Run free and be away from all the pain and suffering.
I will always remember you. You were such a beautiful kitty. Till we meet again.
Luv
Snowball
Dearest JB and mommy Deb! I am so sorry to hear about your sweet Misty leaving for the heavens...this has been such a hard year for you all. My tiny heart is all broken up for you. I will leave you my favorite poem that always comforts me and hope you can read it sometime and feel the same. Love Miss Peach
How can I bear to lose you, my precious gentle one,
To know that you will not be here when my day is done?
So much of my heart, my love, have I given up to you,
How then can I stand the pain now that your life is through?
My sorrow overwhelms me, the tears so freely flow,
How can I carry on my life, with a heart that's laden so?
Then the answer comes to me from the stillness in my soul.
Remembering the love we shared will help to make me whole.
I'll hold you in a special place, so deep within my heart
And in these loving memories we'll never be apart.
You will not be so far away, your presence I will feel.
I'll wrap myself in your memory and so very slowly I will heal.
The years we shared, the little joys, the laugher and the tears
My love for you will never die, but strengthen with the years
So fare you well, my precious love, I gently let you go
And pray to all the Gods there be that you will always know
I loved you so, my little one, that love will never cease
I gave you warmth, I gave you love, and now I give you peace.
~~ Constance Jenkins~~
hello JB, mum and family,
we are friends of khyra and we read about the news thru her bloggie. the pain of losing a loved one is truly indescribable. we too, lost our brother YY last monday thru very unanticipitated circumstances. he was only almost 5. no one can indeed prepare us for death. it is one of the most certain things in this world, but yet, no matter how certain it is, we are at most times, unprepared for it when the time comes. Misty, Poopoo and Taffy were wonderful kitties who lead wonderful lives with a loving family such as yours. at the very least, we know that life could not have been any better, otherwise.
we may not know each other personally, but trust that you and your family will be in our hearts. we will be praying for the safe deliverance of Misty and her sisters to the Rainbow Bridge. Like my brother YY, may she not feel any pain and instead, bask in all the wonder that is heaven.
Misty was a good cat and we believe that we will all meet with her and all our loved ones in Heaven when the time comes.
take care always and we are here for you.
Love,
Aki, Poopie and Micchi
We are so sorry to hear your sad news. Take consolation knowing that she is now re-united with PooPoo and they are running and playing happily together.
We are sending you purrrs of condolence
Oh JB, we're so sorry that Misty had leave you. Please accept our heartfelt condolences on your loss. We always hoped that even with CRF that Misty would be able to spend more time with you all, especially your Mom, but that was not to be. Please pass on some special headbutts to your Mom from us, 'cos she worked very hard to help Misty live well, even with only one kidney.
It must be very hard for you all, especially your Mom, to lose Misty so soon after Poo-Poo, so we're sending special purrs to all of you. Enjoy Bear and Dumplin' and all of their antics, even in the middle of this sadness.
{{{hugs}}}
Gypsy & Tasha
We are soooooo sorry! That is one of the hardest decisions that the peoples every have to make...even when they know it is the right thing to do! Run free sweet Misty! Our paws are crossed for you in your time of grief (times 2)!
Aire-hugs,
Poppy, Penny & Patches
We are so sorry for your loss. Misty is now pain free and running with her siblings.
Godspeed Misty.
Love Ruby & Penny
oh JB, how sad for all of you. I am sure you will all miss Misty terribly for a very long time, but I am sure she is very greatful to your mum for easing her pain, and for giving her so much loving care for all her life. I'm sure she'll be watching over all of you from the bridge.
Lots of lickies, Ludo
Oh, I'm so sorry for your loss...Treater's eyes are leaking, too.
Hugs to you all!
Misty was indeed a glamour girl. You gave her lots of love and wonderful care and in turn she repaid you with a happy heart and lots of love in return. She now runs free and healthy at the rainbow bridge. Do not second guess your decision because it was done with the utmost of love. Misty will wait close by the bridge for your reunion and she will always remain forever in your heart.
Purrs
Abby and Mom Debra
Oh my. She was a real beauty.
Please accept our condolences on the loss of your dear girl.
The Crew & Crew's Mom
Oh JB, we are so so sorry to hear about Misty going to the Bridge. We hope your mommy will be able to look on the last 3 years with smiles and pride for what she did for dear Misty.
purrrrrrrrrrrs We are sending many many comforting purrs to you JB and your mommy purrrrrrrrrrs
We are so very sorry about Misty. CRF is a terrible thing. We lost Vincent to it too almost 3 years ago. Sending you many purrs and comforting hugs.
We are so very sorry to hear that Misty went to the Bridge. Please accept our deepest condolences, sending purrs and hugs.
Love,
Lucy, Trixie & Mom
I´m so sorry :´(
Rest in peace pretty Misty...
Hugs and kisses.
We are so sorry about Misty. She was such a beautiful girl. We are sending lots of hugs and purrs to all of you.
Rest in peace, sweet Misty.
We are so sorry to hear about sweet Misty. She is feeling like a kitten again and running with PooPoo.
She lived a blessed life with a wonderful family.
Purrs and Hugs to you and your family,
Goldie, Shade, Banshee and PM danica
JB,
We are so sorry about little Misty. We know it was hard for your Mama to let her go. Sending hugs & purrz to all of you.
Luv & Wirey Hugs, Purrz & licks,
Butchy, Snickers, Ruby, Sylvester & Scuby
Ohhhh JB, our eyes are leaking and leaking over your sad news about Misty being helped to the Bridge. We know you and your Mom will miss her very, very much, but it was a gift that your Mom gave her, taking away her pain and suffering. We are sending our strongest purrs and purrayers your way to help you get through this sad time ...
Hugs, purrs and headbutts,
Sabrina, Sam, Simon and Momma Jan
Pee Ess ... Your new little brother Dumplin' is a cutie!
Oh JB and Mom, we're so sorry to read this news. To lose two beautiful girls in one month! Our eyes are leaking for you all. We're sending you our strongest purrs and love.
Purrrrrrrrrrrrr,
Pearl, Bert, Jake and Mommy
JB & Dumplin
Hi
I was just thinkin aboutcha and wanted to say "Hi"....
I am sending an adventure to you....but, I can't tell you what...its a surprise.
Deetzy
JB,
we are soooo sad right now. we can't believe Misty is gone. that was so brave of your Mom to help Misty like that. she didn't need to suffer any longer. it's still so sad.
she was the most beautiful kitty, next to you of course.
you and your family are in out thoughts and prayers
we love you,
Rambo & MM
We are so sorry to hear about Misty. Big Heeler HUGS go out to you and your family..
Big Sloppy Kisses
Gus, Louie and Callie
We are so sorry to hear that Misty's time has come. She had a long and love-filled life with you and fought hard because of that! (((HUGS)))
Oh poor misty girl. She certainly was gorgeous. I'm so sorry for the loss, but you did a wonderful thing in not giving up on her the first time- and being with her until the end. They always know when it's their time... it takes a very special person to listen. Thank you for listening to her. I respect you deeply for that.
Until the day we all meet at the bridge...
We are so very sorry to hear about Misty! Our hearts are breaking for you!
Love ya lots,
Maggie and Mitch
I'm so sorry to hear about yur loss of Misty. I know your Mommy is having a hard time JB & y'all are in my snuggles & my Mommy's prayers.
Hugs & Snugs
Eduardo the Snuggle Puggle
We are shocked and saddened to hear about Misty. It is terrible to have suffered two losses in such a short time. Our thoughts and purrayers are with your family. JB, please look after your mommy.
We are so sad to hear about your losses! Our thoughts and purrs are with you - your little ones are free and painless now - but we know you are hurting. So we are sending lots of purrs!
Dear JB and family,
We are so sorry to hear that yet another of your dear siblings have gone to the Rainbow Bridge. ** Big hugs to your mom cos we are sure her heart is hurting cos she lost two of her darling babies in such a short span of time**
Our thoughts are with you.
Love,
Huskee, Hershey and their mom Shane
Dear JB and Mom
We are so very sorry to read that Misty had to go to The Bridge. It was her time and even though it was the kindest gift to give her we know you are hurting very much. Saying goodbye to two beloved furry friends, so close together is such a painful thing to go through. We understand.
Misty was a beautiful and sweet darling of a cat and will be so very missed. She and dear Poo Poo will be together again free of all worldly pain, purring happily as they remember the wonderful love filled lives you gave them both.
We send you rumbly soothing purrs, love and gentle hugs.
Whicky
Angel
Oliver
Gerry
& Mum
We're so sorry to hear the sad news about sweet Misty. She was a beautiful lady cat, and you will always have many good memories of her. We send comforting vibes and purrayers for your loss.
This is just so sad. JB & family, I am truly sorry about this. I can imagine how painful it is to lose two family members within a month. It's too heartbreaking! We'll be thinking about you guys. Stay strong...
Butt sniffs,
Solid Gold Dancer
JB,
just checkin in. hope you are okay. love to you and your humans.
Ram
We are sorry to hear the news about Misty. She will surely be missed. Our most sincere condolences.
When we think of Misty, we will always remember her water droplet sprinkled grey nose! She was a sweetie.
Boots & Brenda
Misty had a long life. I am so sorry she had to go... just another kitty that we will miss so greatly. WE feel your pain. we know how hard it is. We still miss Caesar so much.
((((hughughug)))) you are not alone
We're so sorry to hear the sad news about Misty. She had a wonderful life filled with love. She was very lucky to have a mom that took such good care of her. Our thoughts are with your family. We're sending you lots of hugs and purrs.
Oh no, we are so sorry to hear the newsies about purreshus Misty. What a beeyootiful gurl she was and a miracle gurl for sure -- and what a wunnerful Momma to take such great care of her. She was so very loved and will be very much missed. Please know our hearts are with you and we are purring for you at this diffikult time. We send you our love and big hugs. You and Misty shared such love, and always remember that where there's love, there is nefur a last goodbye.
Kittyhugs and purrs from alla us Ballicai and the Ballicus Mom sends big hugs to yur sweet Momma.
Rest in Peace Misty. Run free at the Rainbow Bridge.
JB we send comforting woofs to your Mummy.
Molly and Taffy
We are so sorry that we are late ta offer our condolences on the loss of Misty.....we know that she is in a better place and runnin' free with PooPoo and all those who went ta the bridge before 'er......
Ya all are in our thoughts and prayers....
Dewey Dewster here.....
I have just found the news at Karen Jo's blog and am so, so sorry you had to say goodbye to dear Misty. Coming so soon after PooPoo makes it even more heartbreaking. Your lovely Mom gave Misty such good care and such a loving and happy home. She listened to Misty when she told her it was time and now Taffy, PooPoo and Misty are reunited and pain-free at the Bridge. My thoughts are with you. {{{{{HUGS}}}}} xxx
We're sorry to hear of your loss. Godspeed Misty.
Dakota of the East and The Mom
Bhu and I are so sad! xxoo Patty
Oh JB, our hearts are breaking for you and your family. So sorry to hear about Misty - she was such a sweet and pretty girl, and she will be sadly missed by all of us too.
Sending lots of hugs and kisses your way during this difficult time.
Love Clover xo & Mom
The Mommy & I are so sorry to here the news about Misty. She was such a pretty girl. She died on my birthday and Samantha came down from the bridge to say how happy she was at the bridge with Poo Poo, Jody, Girl Girl and all our i dwb friends. Lacy lu lu called Samantha home to welcome Spencer and Lemon to the bridge so I'm sure she was there when Misty got there. Now Samantha has Poo Poo and Misty to play with. We are happy for Samantha having both your sisters to play with but we are sad of you and your Mom.
Our thoughts & prayers are with you all.
God bless...Mona & the Mommy
JB,
Hope you and your mom are doing ok. We're thinking about you always!
Pedro
I am really sorry to hear about this sad news. I am sure it was very hard for your mom, but she did the best for Misty and gave her a great life. Please give her a hug from us. Please don't be sad for too long, just remember that Misty and Poo Poo are watching over all of you and they want you to be happy too!
Love, Dino
Many purrs & hugs for you ... Misty was a beautiful girl.
I am so very sorry to hear this. Misty was a most beautiful girl and she will always be missed. I hope Misty and PooPoo are together and having fun at the Rainbow Bridge.
Take care,
Jemma
Dear JB and fambly,
We are so very sorry to hear about the loss of Misty and Poopoo. At least they are together at the bridge. We send you are purrs.
from Milo and Alfie
However hard the decision, you did the right thing. The most precious gift we can give our beloved pets is making sure prevent them suffering. I hope you can find comfort in knowing that.
Milo and Alfie's Mom.
We are so saddened to find that two of our favorite girls, Misty and PooPoo, have gone to the Bridge. Our hearts go out to you and your family. We will really miss these girls. They had a great life and family! We are sure that Misty and PooPoo are keeping each other company and are watching over you all.
Love,
Nermal, Nico, Virgil, Westley, and Mags
I'm so sorry to read about poor, poor Misty. You have some fantastic photos of her. I recently had one of my rainbow bridge cats printed online in a huge 20x30 print, and everytime I see it, it makes me smile a little. Hope you're life is moving on with you.
purrs and hugs.
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