My cat of 15 years passed away about a week ago. Some people might find this silly, but he was my best friend in many ways. He was always there for me. We were extremely bonded. My sweet orange tabby. I'm having a difficult time dealing with his passing. I'm very emotional and I have trouble sleeping. I miss him very much. My question is, is there anyone on the forums that is good at communicating with animals, particularly animals that have passed? Have you communicated with an animal that has passed through dreams or any other way? I did have a dream about him the other night where he gave me a message. He said that 'time & space can't separate us.' It was very comforting. I want to know if he's alright..I want to know where he is.
Hi RainyDay First let me say I am sorry for your loss. I agree time and space will not separate you. The expression of love will show us how to face change as we change how we are able to express love and what we understand love to be. With that said I wanted to share with you what happened after the paw up side my head. Yes, I found your best friend is amazing. I was drinking my coffee this morning and felt like a cat was sitting behind my neck nudging my ear. It was so real I got up to check to see if one of the out side cats had gotten into the house. When I sat back down I got on the computer and while reading this post I hear, "Thats Me". I thought ok. I went on to check over the forums and felt this cat paw slap me up side the head to get my attention. Next in voice that was clear as bells ringing your cat companion said. "Here is what I have learned. 1. The pounce affect. Remember that ball of yarn that looked far better when I got my paws on it? Some things in life affect you, and some things you effect. Fight the battles you can win and the rest learn from. Know what is yours. 2. The snooze button. Know when to chill out and stake a nap. But always remember to slowly stretch the muscles, this makes for better dreams. 3. When sounding off purring heals, rage wounds the spirit. Think before you leap. When I jumped I had already landed in my heart. 4. Stepping Back. Remember all those pictures you took. Remember the dish thingy. Its hard to eat whats in front of you when you are sitting in your dish. Impatience can be impressionable and remember-able. 5. A good licken always helps keep the clingy moments balanced with the letting go. Ever wonder why our tongues are rough? Its because we have over centuries had a lot of experience holding on and knowing when to let go. There are some things that will just set you off like that white hair ball, Here knowing yourself helps. 6. When raising the tail be the love you wish for. Everything is personal and nothing is. and last number 7 Dogs. Every day has one even if its in the mind. Learn to be on the same page as the one you are facing. Sometimes its a good thing to be inside looking out. Now as to where I am. First I am fine. I had to change my form for the next part of our journey together. Do not fear change I am with you. You have so much love turn this energy into healing for the wounded. You can heal animals with your power to love beyond the dis-ease. I will show you how to talk and listen to them. We really do have a lot to say you know. Oh, and for your information the number 7 in numerology means Learn the power of the mind and heart connection. This bridges the physical with the spirit. Seek out wisdom and hidden truths. Some secrets are deadly when kept. Learn how to be alone without being lonely. Always learn and use the knowledge stored inside you.Learn to understand the unseen world in and around you. I move in spirit and breath now without limits. There is not a grassy field here unless I imagine it. I sooner would imagine that flower printed couch with the blanket on it. Learn to stretch your comfort zones and grow beyond what is. Life and death are much like balls of yarn and a bag of cotton balls let loose. Keep a sense of humor and the mirror sometimes lies or just does not get the bigger picture. Will see you in your heart and dreams as we continue to walk side by side." Your friend has humbled me with the power to love and remain true to the self within. Sometimes in the flesh we forget the joy of simple things. Again I am sorry for your loss but know your connection with each other remains forever strong.
Sorry for your loss, it's hard when our animal friends have to leave... isn't it? Take heart in that dream that you had, as time and space can't separate you. He's going to be waiting there for you when it's your turn to leave this world. See, they never really do leave us, they will always be in our heart. I had a black cat a long time ago, her name was Raka... She was with me for many years, many moves all over the country and she endured having to share her space with many other cats that found their way into my home. There was always something special about Raka though... It was a transient fleeting feeling that she was more that "just another cat" (not that any of my cats then and now weren't special to me) she was just somehow "different". A long time after she disappeared that one night, I had a dream... In this dream I met this beautiful old lady with long flowing silver hair. She was just one of those that age never changed that beauty within, she looked ancient but was still strikingly beautiful. For some reason I just knew that this "person" in my dream was my long lost Raka. I remember asking her "What happened to you? Why did you leave me?" and she said, "I just got tired... It was time to go, but I'm still right here" as she pointed to my heart. She then turned an disappeared into a crowd and I never saw her again. Time and space can not separate you from anyone that you form that special bond with, they are still "right there".
The cat is in you. You never had a relationship with the cat outside of yourself. Does the cat walk with you still? If it is invited.
old crone- Thank you so much for replying. I actually was almost going to address you when I wrote my topic but I wasn't sure of your connection with animals. Well, I was very happy to see your reply. I want to add in my cat's name. It's Theo. Theodore. I didn't mention it at first because I wanted to see if anyone might pick up on his name. It made me laugh when you said he slapped you to get your attention. He was a sarcastic feline. I enjoyed reading all of the cat lessons. It seems my cat is wise, but I already knew that. I always did. He seemed human or even extra terrestrial at times. I indeed need to learn how to be alone without being lonely. I often feel lonely and this past week I've realized that the thing that has always helped me with feeling less lonely over the past 15 years was Theo. He was always there for me. So there's an emptiness. I do feel like he did me a favor and left me at just the right time/stayed with me until I was ready...when he felt I was grown up enough and strong enough and would be okay without him. I'm a little surprised that I havn't ended up with a nervous breakdown or in a hospital or something. I always knew I'd be lost without this cat and I often feared losing him. I guess I havn't ended up losing it because I've been preparing myself for his passing probably for about a year now. I knew he was getting old and to the end of his 9 lives and I really knew it would be soon since January. I am grateful, very grateful, that we got to spend so many years together. I am also grateful that he passed away of old age and not getting hit by a car. I always feared this. He looked peaceful when he was passed and I pet him and said goodbye. I just remembered that the night he passed away, I was prompted to go to the living room for some reason to go visit Theo. Theo slept in my bed for the past 15 years, near my feet or on my back (purring) but these past few months when he was sick, he prefered not to sleep in my bed. Maybe he knew something was wrong. Well, it seems maybe I knew he would be passing the next day because I was already crying and said goodbye and kissed him on the head. He purred and we sat together for a while. I was actually out of the apartment during his last moments of life. I had an appointment. I think I could have just made it in time for him if I went straight home. My boyfriend wanted me to stop at the store though and so I did that for him. My boyfriend was by his side though and would have called me to let me know what was going on, but I don't have a cell phone right now. I'm not sure if it was supposed to happen this way. I know I can't change it. I feel like I should have been there for Theo..and I try not to think about this because I know that little kitty heart always forgave me and I forgave him for things. But part of me isn't even sure if I would have wanted to see him so weak, and dying with no hope. There would have been nothing I could have done. My boyfriend said he seemed a little disoriented and he was walking around the apartment. I wonder if he was looking for me. I got home a little after an hour of his passing. It seems I'm writing a novel here. That cat was my world. I know we were lucky to have each other. It's odd, the apartment seems more peaceful now and I'm wondering if it's because my once ill cat is now peaceful..or maybe he's watching over me? I've lived here for about a year now and there has always been an uneasiness and I think it's because there may be a spirit here. I think it's an old man that once lived here. The presence makes me feel uncomfortable. Also wanted to mention, the door of the room that Theo loved to spend time in keeps opening on it's own. Theo was always both an indoor and outdoor cat and funny that you should mention the grassy fields, because that's what I was hoping for him. He Loved being outside and he also rather enjoyed a nice comfy couch. You mentioned that we'll have another journey together. Will he be reincarnated as another cat? or will he be in another form? I'm not sure if I could even ever get another cat. I may get an orange tabby for my daughter in the future so she can have a special relationship like me & Theo did. It doesn't feel quite right getting another cat at the moment though and it doesn't feel quite right with the absense of a cat in my home. It's so, so strange not having a cat around. I am definitely a cat person. I always wondered if Theo was the reincarnation of a childhood cat (Snuggles). Lastly, is he happy where I buried him? I always thought I would cremate him and then I read about the process online and didn't agree with it. Old crone, what I've learned from you is that we always have the answers within us but I thought I'd still ask you. I guess I'm stubborn. I imagine he's happy. Thank you..
Tyrsonswood- Thank you for your reply. I'm glad to hear from someone else that had a special bond like I had with my cat. Your dream seems so beautiful. Theo was also with me for every move I ever did. I also had many stray cats come and go into my life. But Theo was the one. He was my special cat. He holds a very special place in my heart. It definitely hit home when you mentioned Raka being different. I do still feel Theo with me and in my heart..it is hard though adjusting to not being able to see his physical body and petting that furry, purry being. thedope- Yes, Theo does walk with me still...
Your cat appeared to me as a visage on the golden browned crust of a grilled sandwich today, he told me to tell you that "It's going to be ok." and said you should seriously consider giving Islam a try, apparently it's all true. Go figure.
