My beautiful cat, Pie, passed away early this morning. Many of you have come to know her through these pages -- how sweet she was, how gentle and playful, and how I loved her with all my heart. Pie was nearly 18 and had several ongoing health issues, but even so the end was rather sudden.
Pie came to us as a six-year-old rescue. We happened upon her and her sister, Pubm, the day before they were scheduled to be put down at the Washington Humane Society-- just like millions of healthy, beautiful cats put to sleep at shelters every year because there are no homes to take them in. We brought them home and over the years Desi and I would often say how lucky we were to have found the perfect cats.
Pie had many friends and fans among Holy Cow!'s animal-loving readers, and although she never met most of you, she did feel your love, just like those countless of rescue cats that you help and whose lives you touch every day.
Sleep tight, my darling Pie.
Pauline
Popped in for a recipe and happened on the sad news. So sorry Vaishali. We are so blessed to have animals in our lives and I know that when their lives come full circle, it never gets any easier. A tear, a hug, and some purring from
Pauline, Calico and Sesame
Vaishali Honawar
Thanks, Pauline. Your love is much appreciated. Hugs back to you, Calico and Sesame. Such adorable names.
Richa {VeganRicha.com}
I am so sorry Vaishali. Keeping you in my thoughts.
Vaishali Honawar
Thanks, Richa.
Shantee
Oh no, I'm so sorry! You have my deepest condolences
Vaishali Honawar
Thanks Shantee.
Vani
Sorry for your loss Vaishali. I can't even begin to imagine how hard it is to lose a beloved friend. Take care
Vaishali Honawar
Thanks, Vani.
Vani Doraisamy
My love to Pie and you, Vaishali. I have known Pie so very well through your blog and I feel your loss. She is in a happy place now and can feel all our love. Hugs and healing wishes to you.
Vaishali Honawar
Dear Vani, thanks for your kind and comforting words. I am happy she is at least out of the reach of all pain and suffering now.
Caren Ferris
I am so sorry for you Vaishali. I have followed you and Pie for many years and I am so sad for our loss. Please take care of yourself and Desi.
Vaishali Honawar
Dear Caren, thanks for your comforting words. You take care too.
Carol Schmoker
So sorry for the loss of your furbaby Pie. She is waiting for you at the Rainbow Bridge, well and young and happy.
Vaishali Honawar
Thanks, Carol, I sure hope she is, with all of my other furry babies who have passed. 🙂
Valerie
Oh no.......my heart is just breaking for you......God rest your most precious soul dearest Pie...lots of love to your loving family xxxx Valerie
Vaishali Honawar
Thanks, Valerie. Lots of love back to you.
Dianne
So sorry to hear of your loss, Vaishali. Pie was a very fortunate kitty to have been loved by you, and I'm sure she brought sunshine to your life. Hugs to you.
Vaishali Honawar
Thanks, Dianne, she surely was a ray of sunshine and I miss her dearly. Hugs back to you.
paula rothman
so sorry for your loss. they take part of our hearts.. always.. i now have 3 cats over 18.. and have lost 3 in the last yr.
it never gets easier. she was loved and had a great life and will always be with you
Vaishali Honawar
Thanks, dear Paula. So sorry about your kitties. Three cats over 18-- that's amazing, and they must have a wonderful life with you. Hugs to them and you.
Deanna
Vaishali, I am so sorry for your and Desi's loss of the wonderful Pie. I've been through tough times with my kitties too and was utterly devastated when I had to put my last two down within 11 months of each other. Wishing you strength and sending good vibes to get through this difficult time.
Deanna
PS - long time reader, first time commenting. I appreciate your vegan take on recipes as I strive to go vegan every once in a while 🙂
Vaishali Honawar
Dear Deanna, thanks for commenting, and for your kind words. 🙂 I am so sorry to hear about your kitties-- that sounds like a really hard thing to go through. Hugs to you, and thanks for the good vibes. I feel them.
Manju
So sorry for your loss. This is something that I will never know how id deal with when the time comes for my Krish. They are such beautiful creatures that save us from the drudgery that is modern life
Vaishali Honawar
Thanks, Manju. They certainly do, don't they? A big hug to your Krish, and here's to all the wonderful years you will continue to share together. 🙂
Amy
Vaishali, I am so sorry for your loss. It is difficult to lose a beloved pet, especially one who has been part of your life for so long. Hugs to you, Amy
Vaishali Honawar
Thanks, dear Amy, and hugs back to you.
Connie
I am so sorry for your loss. A very lucky kitty to have someone care so much for her. RIP Pie
Vaishali Honawar
Thanks for your kind words, Connie.
Marc Katz
So sorry for your loss. As you know, pets aren't like family, they are family. We are all fortunate to have wonderful memories of our lost friends. You'll always have that.
Vaishali Honawar
Hi Marc, so well said, and so true. They really are family and -- in so many ways-- so much better. And yes, I'll always have great memories of Pie and my other furry critters who've passed on. 🙂
Fareeda
Dear Vaishali:
I am actually crying as I write this. I had to go to the bathroom to wipe away the tears. Animals are such gentle creatures who bring such joy into our lives.
How I ache for you and Desi.....here's a big hug for you both.
Fareeda
Vaishali Honawar
Dear Fareeda, you are so kind. Thank you for the love, and for caring about my little Pie. She really did bring so much joy into my life, and I miss her every minute. A big hug back to you.