(Copy of Jeff’s words from FB)
For our friends and family who may not be aware, Lisa and l lost our greatest friend 10 days ago. I’m only now finding it possible to put our loss to word. For 14 years Pip brought laughter and love to our little family. Our house feels so empty, without our little blue eye’d boy, he made up 1 third of our family, we are no longer whole. We miss our little boy. ~ Jeff
Today has been tough.
Our young friend flew back to Japan yesterday and today the floodgates opened pretty hard.
We did our best through our grief to make sure Jin had a lovely time, and despite the awful timing, we really did enjoy him being with us.
Pip hadn’t been well and we got him back to the vets to get to the bottom of his issues… the results were not good.
It came down to that horrible horrible choice of what to do.
We went there looking to get a plan and treatment, not to say goodbye
So there was a lot of shock as well as grief.
We know we did the right thing but the brain makes you second guess everything and our hearts… well they are just in little pieces.
Everything we do here revolved around Pip.
I cried because I realised that I didn’t need to save the bread bags to put his kitty litter into.
Then laughed because that was stupid.
Then cried telling Jeff.
We put the fire on the other night because it turned cold.
Jeff pointed out how we were leaving the back door ajar… I didn’t even realise it.
More tears. We can shut the door all the way now. But I don’t want to.
We hadn’t told many people or posted about it. We just couldn’t do it.
It seems too official and final to admit it out loud.
He was the most amazing little cat we could ever have imagined to be lucky enough to have
He gave us love in spades
He put up with me dressing him up and taking photos constantly
He was the biggest snuggle bunny
I think 70% of my photos of Pip are him sleeping in some impossibly comfortable position.
Jeff misses his morning lap companion.
I miss the taps on my leg at night as I sit here, telling me he was about to jump up.
I miss his “MOOFF” to get our attention.
14 years ago I spotted him in a pet shop in Canberra, asked to see him – and he jumped straight into my arms and schmoozled my face.
That was a done deal.
Today was the first time I have dipped my toe into the vast waters of Pip photos… and I think I am at my limit for today.
Seeing his face I just can’t believe he is gone.
I love how you all have enjoyed my Pip stories and photos… it was hard to work up to writing a post to tell you he was gone.
But its part of our lives and he has been a big part of who we are.
As Jeff said, we’ve been a family of three for a long time.
I miss my shadow
We were with him right up until that last second.
He was peaceful and comfortable.
They offered cremation but we had to bring our boy home
We buried him under the cherry blossom tree, and Jeff has been making the area nice, and adding new flowers almost daily.
We sat there today and talked and cried and were just … together.
Thank-you for reading, I know those among you that have or have had pets as part of the family are no strangers to this pain.
In loving memory of our Pip.
So sorry to hear this. RIP Pip. 💔
Thank you for sharing Pip stories and photo’s with us. I’m so sorry for the two of you. I always loved seeing him and amazed he walked around on a leash. I’m writing through my own tears, my thoughts are with you and Jeff.
RIP Pip. So very sorry for your loss. We had a similar experience with our Molly over 5 years ago and I still cry when I think of her.😓
What a beautiful tribute from both of you, simply lovely.
We are a dog family at our house & they tend not to live as long as cats so we’ve been through this many times. We have a little pet cemetery on our property. I hope you’ll share pictures of Pip’s special place under the cherry tree when you want to talk more about him.
RIP Pip. I am so sorry for your loss. Pip will be greatly missed.
Oh, I am so sorry for your loss. I will admit, I was partial to the posts with him in them. I will also admit to bawling my eyes ot right now, as if he was my own. He had the best life, and the best cat staff! He will be missed.
What a loving tribute to Pip. He had a great life. My heart aches for you and Jeff.
I’m so sorry for your loss of your dear Pip. It’s so hard to lose a pet. Hopefully you will eventually get another pet, not to take his place but because you have love to give.
So sorry — it is never easy to lose a much beloved companion. He will live forever in your cherished memories and in your hearts.
Tears are running down my cheeks. I always loved the outside posts with him on his rope and the inside posts with him under a blanket or waiting for a warm blanket. Such a character.
I’m so sad to read this post. Pip was a special kitty, with many of us across the world following his life and falling in love with him too. Over the years we’ve lost 7 kitties that were also key family members with long and loving lives. It’s hard. My heart is with you and Jeff and you grieve. ❤️
So sad for your loss. I enjoyed the posts that included Pip. He had a loving home and enjoyed some adventures with you. Losing our fur children shreds our hearts, and I know he will always be fondly remembered by your readers and well as his humans. Pip, thanks for being so cute and entertaining. I will miss you too.
Thank you for sharing your adventures with Pip! I always looked forward to seeing the Pip pics. It is such a sad day when we lose a beloved pet. I have you and Jeff in my thoughts and prayers for peace and comfort.
Oh you have my condolences! Pip was a beautiful boy and I’m so glad you had each other. Thank you for sharing him with us here, I have so loved the photos and stories.
I feel your pain and I cried for you. So very sorry for your loss.
So sorry for the loss of your precious kitty.
So very sorry to hear about Pip. Please take comfort in knowing that he knew how much you loved him and gave him a great home and life experiences. He’ll be waiting for you across the rainbow bridge.
I wanted to add that our family has also lost many fur family members over the years and have an animal cemetery of sorts where they are all together on our property. We put a lovely stone statue of a sitting cat there and often sit there on the rocks and talk with them-just like when they were alive with us. Sometimes they are the best listeners!
I’m so sorry for your loss. Pip was a wonderful addition to your posts and will be missed by many. Thank you for sharing him with us.
I am so sorry to read of Pip’s death and my heart aches for you both.
I feel your pain lisa, losing a wonderful, gentle pip is hard to accept. But I’m sure he left you guys with lots of good, happy memories.He might not be in flesh now but I’m sure he’ll stays in everyone’s heart that loves him. I’m one of them. ❤️😘Pip rest in peace💞