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In Loving Memory Cats => Rainbow Bridge - In Loving Memory => Topic started by: Janeyk on March 07, 2009, 07:31:59 AM

Title: Schui
Post by: Janeyk on March 07, 2009, 07:31:59 AM

I seem to have cried more for Schui than any cat we’ve had probably because of the last 2 weeks.  I had to lift him on the sofa because he suddenly couldn’t climb anymore and hold him in the litter tray when he was wobbly.  He’s had bad times before and always pulled through but this time he wasn’t going to get much better, though he still tried bless him walking next to the wall and purring every time he saw us.  Sadly we knew yesterday was the time it wouldn’t have been fair to keep him as he couldn’t walk.  He became a chunky boy over the 5 yrs but was a slip of a thing yesterday.

To think that when we first got Schui 5 and half yrs ago he wasn’t your ideal loving cat he was a bit of a grumpy thing, he’d lash out for no reason and it seemed safer to stroke him from a distance just in case those little tatty ears went back.  When he was found he was on death’s door and believed to have been left behind as he had a collar mark.  Schui just kept himself to himself it was hard to get close to him I wondered whether he had been treated badly in the past or was grieving for an owner who had passed away.  Then one day when I had to clean his teeth and was holding him tightly he started purring away and then I knew that’s what he wanted big hugs and cuddles.  He got loads of hugs from then on and those claws came out less, he stopped sitting alone on the 2-seater sofa and joined us on the 3-seater.  It’s only over this last year really that Schui has stopped lashing out as if he was he trusting us now or maybe it was this illness he was always sneezy and kept going off his food,  either way he turned into probably the most loving cat we have had and we’ll miss him more than ever.

We had lots of names for him but mostly he was my Little Tuppeth and his favourite things I’ll remember when he was well were sleeping, food, milk and eskimo kisses - loads of.  He also did his daily ritual of walking up the back of the garden howling to get rid of any cats and if there was one, chasing it off.  He even went for a last short walk the day before yesterday having not been out for a month or so.  Inside the house he never made a sound he just gave little silent meows at anyone who passed even Byron and who can forget that 1 white whiska on his left cheek – I’ve even got one I saved, but they stopped growing when he got poorly.   Schui was a reserved cat he wouldn’t push himself forward he only liked to be in the lounge and kitchen and he only went in the bedroom a couple of times in the 5 and half years.  He tried to be posh he had a funny, fancy walk sort of a trot like a dressage horse which didn’t seem to fit as he never washed he also couldn’t bear his feet touched or the claws were out and as he had no teeth he would gum you.  These last 2 weeks he purred when I cleaned his feet after rolling into his milk.

He purred yesterday morning when I took him some milk and sat with him until it was time to go.  I held him as he went peacefully and he’s being cremated like the others were. I know now I’ve to stop thinking I should have done this and if only I’d done that and focus on Byron as the last couple of weeks I think she’s been neglected a bit (although we’ve tried not to) and not cry in front of Steve as much now or he’ll say no more old or poorly cats and I can’t contemplate that.

Night, night and godbless xx
Our little Schui  :Luv2:

 

Title: Re: Schui
Post by: Kay and Penny on March 07, 2009, 11:41:58 AM

that is a wonderful tribute to and for Schui

he will be proud of you :hug:

Title: Re: Schui
Post by: JackSpratt on March 07, 2009, 12:28:15 PM

Janey, we all wonder what else we could've done. But our instinct generally tells us when it's time to let go for their sake. Schui was lucky to have you, and you to have him.

No words can take away the pain you're feeling because of this loss, but time will help. Sending you a hug.

RIP Schui, loved and missed.

Title: Re: Schui
Post by: Topsy Turvey on March 07, 2009, 12:51:36 PM

 :hug:  :hug:

Title: Re: Schui
Post by: Debsymiller (Rufus' mum) on March 07, 2009, 13:03:45 PM

I'm so sorry sweetie. Play hard at the bridge Schui  :hug:

Title: Re: Schui
Post by: CC & The Pussycat Guys & Dolls on March 07, 2009, 13:51:02 PM

 :hug:

RIP Schui, free from pain xxx

Title: Re: Schui
Post by: pappilon on March 07, 2009, 14:12:48 PM

Janey, beautiful tribute to a very speciall cat. :hug:
I didnt know Schui's story , but all i can see is because of your love and patient Schui trusted you and had a happy and peaceful life. :hug:

RIP little Schui. :hug:

Title: Re: Schui
Post by: Bazsmum on March 07, 2009, 14:16:04 PM

RIP Sweet Schui xxx

Play hard on the bridge x  :hug: :hug:

Title: Re: Schui
Post by: Tiggy's Mum on March 07, 2009, 14:53:04 PM

RIP little Schui, safe and sound at the Bridge by now...

 :hug:

Title: Re: Schui
Post by: Janeyk on March 07, 2009, 18:24:10 PM

Quote from: JackSpratt on March 07, 2009, 12:28:15 PM

Janey, we all wonder what else we could've done. But our instinct generally tells us when it's time to let go for their sake. Schui was lucky to have you, and you to have him.

No words can take away the pain you're feeling because of this loss, but time will help. Sending you a hug.

RIP Schui, loved and missed.

Thanks JS, yesterday was awful infact the past few weeks have been pretty grim really worrying is he ok, the trouble is we've thought he's not going to pull through before and he has so we just didn't know.  I knew on Thursday though and couldn't wait for Friday morning I was worrying what he was going through, I am missing him so much but relieved he's definitely at peace now  :hug:
 

Title: Re: Schui
Post by: Janeyk on March 07, 2009, 18:24:52 PM

Thanks everyone  :hug:

Title: Re: Schui
Post by: Gill (sneakiefeline) on March 08, 2009, 00:13:47 AM

Schui sounds like he was an amazing cat who came to trust and love you. You were so good to him and I am sure you did what was right for him  :hug: :hug:

RIP Schui, your pawprint will always be in your meowmys heart

Title: Re: Schui
Post by: Janeyk on March 08, 2009, 08:04:38 AM

 thanks Gill :hug:

Title: Re: Schui
Post by: Liz on March 08, 2009, 15:23:31 PM

Its the older waifs and strays that really capture your heart then break it when they go

Schui had 5 wondeful years with humans who loved him with all his little traits and he will leave an echo for a long time :hug:

Title: Re: Schui
Post by: Janeyk on March 08, 2009, 17:53:27 PM

You're right Liz, as you will well know and thanks  :hug:

Title: Re: Schui
Post by: Stuart on March 08, 2009, 18:04:23 PM

:RIP: Schui

I Haven't Left

I stood by your bed last night, I came to have a peep.
I could see that you were crying, You found it hard to sleep.

I purred to you softly as you brushed away a tear,
"It's me, I haven't left you, I'm well, I'm fine, I'm here."

I was close to you at breakfast, I watched you pour the tea,
You were thinking of the many times, your hands reached down to me.

I was with you at the shops today, Your arms were getting sore.
I longed to take your parcels, I wish I could do more.

I was with you at my grave today, You tend it with such care.
I want to re-assure you, that I'm not lying there.

I walked with you towards the house, as you fumbled for your key.
I gently put my paw on you, I smiled and said " it's me."

You looked so very tired, and thought it's just not fair
I tried so hard to let you know, that I was standing there.

It's possible for me, to be so near you everyday.
To say to you with certainty, "I never went away."

You sat there very quietly, then smiled, I think you knew...
In the stillness of that evening, I was very close to you.

Now the day is over... I smile and watch you yawning
and say "good-night, God bless, I'll see you in the morning."

And when the time is right for you to cross the brief divide,
I'll rush across to greet you and we'll stand, side by side.

I have so many things to show you, there is so much for you to see.
Be patient, live your journey out...then come home to be with me.
 :hug: :hug: :hug:

Title: Re: Schui
Post by: Mitramonday on March 08, 2009, 18:30:13 PM

 :Sad Bye: Go well on your journey, little Schui - and give my beloved rainbow Avalo a big friendly kiss from me.  :hug: to you, Janeyk - know that you gave Schui of your best.

Title: Re: Schui
Post by: clarenmax on March 08, 2009, 19:05:17 PM

Play hard at the bridge little Schui, send a rainbow when you're new friends have taught you how to  :hug:

Janey, you gave Schui a wonderful life in the time he was with you, and you gave him the greatest gift when he was too poorly to fight any more  :hug: :hug:  He was very luck to have such a caring human slave xxxx

Title: Re: Schui
Post by: Yvonne on March 08, 2009, 20:25:15 PM

Janey I now the pain believe me, it will take time but the pain will ease a little each day

Take care     :hug:

 :RIP:    Schui


 :candle: :candle: :candle: :candle:

Title: Re: Schui
Post by: Janeyk on March 09, 2009, 06:58:56 AM

Thanks very much  :hug:

Title: Re: Schui
Post by: Maddiesmum on March 10, 2009, 07:58:09 AM

RIP Schui  :hug: :hug:

Title: Re: Schui
Post by: sheryl on March 10, 2009, 12:27:28 PM

Thinking of you Janey  :hug:  :hug:  :hug:

RIP sweet Schui - play hard at the Bridge xxx

Title: Re: Schui
Post by: Desley (booktigger) on March 11, 2009, 08:17:16 AM

What a lovely tribute, and you can see how well he responded to your love and care. Some cats just get under your skin more than others, and there is something that bit more special about cats you have to 'work more' on. RIP little one.

Title: Re: Schui
Post by: Janeyk on March 11, 2009, 09:36:00 AM

Thanks all  :hug:

You're right Desley, Schui was the last cat I would have expected to get so close to but the very opposite happened  :Luv2:

Title: Re: Schui
Post by: Janeyk on March 11, 2009, 13:12:10 PM

Have just received a lovely sypmpathy card and poem from our vet and the two receptionists  :)

Title: Re: Schui
Post by: nessa (A C S ) on March 11, 2009, 20:49:11 PM

 :candle:

Title: Re: Schui
Post by: Mark on March 15, 2009, 08:37:00 AM

RIP Schui  :(

 :hug: Janey

Title: Re: Schui
Post by: Janeyk on March 18, 2009, 13:13:42 PM

 :hug:

Schui's ashes are back at my vets  :'( going to collect them later

at least he'll be back home with us.

Title: Re: Schui
Post by: Tiggy's Mum on March 18, 2009, 13:33:08 PM

:grouphug:

Title: Re: Schui
Post by: Sam (Fussy_Furball) on March 18, 2009, 14:44:22 PM

so sorry I've only just caught up with this thread.

Schui sounds like a VERY special boy and it's obvious he has made a lasting impression.

RIP Schui sweetheart .... much loved and sorely missed. xxxxx

Title: Re: Schui
Post by: Janeyk on March 19, 2009, 08:01:16 AM

thanks  :hug: our boy is back home with us now where he belongs  :Luv2:

Title: Re: Schui
Post by: pappilon on March 19, 2009, 10:10:47 AM

 :hug:  :hug: x

Title: Re: Schui
Post by: Bazsmum on March 19, 2009, 13:08:02 PM

 :care:

Title: Re: Schui
Post by: Janeyk on March 19, 2009, 13:35:26 PM

 :Luv: :Luv2:  Godbless Schui xx

Title: Re: Schui
Post by: bonnielass on March 19, 2009, 20:31:15 PM

He looked a very special boy who was truely loved. R.I.P. Schui  :Luv2:

Title: Re: Schui
Post by: Gillian Harvey on March 20, 2009, 23:42:27 PM

Aw, love that white whisker  :Luv2: Lovely tribute for the lovely Schui  :hug:

Title: Re: Schui
Post by: MrsR on March 21, 2009, 10:49:32 AM

I love his white bib  :Luv:

Play hard with my Vesti and Sofa on the bridge Schui x

Title: Re: Schui
Post by: Nicola (RockysMum) on April 16, 2009, 11:00:32 AM

Aw Janey. I've only just started feeling able to read other threads and I'm so sad for you. Schui was just gorgeous. I hope he's playing happily with my wee Rocky right now  :hug:

Title: Re: Schui
Post by: Janeyk on April 16, 2009, 16:27:24 PM

Quote from: RockysMum on April 16, 2009, 11:00:32 AM

Aw Janey. I've only just started feeling able to read other threads and I'm so sad for you. Schui was just gorgeous. I hope he's playing happily with my wee Rocky right now  :hug:

Thanks, I'm sure they will be  :hug:  :hug:

Title: Re: Schui
Post by: Janeyk on December 24, 2010, 19:43:46 PM

Missing you so much sweetheart  :blow kiss:  xx

Title: Re: Schui
Post by: Gill (sneakiefeline) on December 25, 2010, 12:35:27 PM

 :hug: :hug:

Title: Re: Schui
Post by: pappilon on December 25, 2010, 13:52:49 PM

 :hug: :hug: x

Title: Re: Schui
Post by: madamcat (Edd) on December 26, 2010, 21:48:58 PM

 :hug: :hug: :hug:

Title: Re: Schui
Post by: alisonandarchie on December 28, 2010, 10:47:56 AM

 :hug: :hug: :hug: