My void is dying and I’m sad

[u/jmcianos]

Just that. She’s fifteen, has cancer, I’ve had her for thirteen years and I’m devastated. I wanted to share her with everyone, as she’s brought me so much joy and I’m going to miss her terribly. I started palliative care this week, and she just took a turn for the worse. Her name is Mortimer. It’s cheesy, but she’s my best friend.

It’s a few year old, but that’s my favorite picture of her.

[u/[deleted]]

In the quiet corners of our lives, there are companions who fill the spaces with their gentle presence. Your dear void has been a silent guardian, a little shadow who walked with you through the years, offering love without words. At 15 years old, she’s been a witness to so many moments, a comfort in times both good and bad. Though her body is tired and the time has come to say goodbye, her spirit will always linger in the places she loved and in the hearts she’s touched. She’s more than just a cat; she’s a piece of the love and memories that will stay with you forever. May her journey be peaceful, and may you find comfort in knowing she felt your love every step of the way.

[u/jmcianos → u/[deleted]]

I’ve never gotten so emotional reading a comment from a stranger on the internet. I’m crying. Thank you.

[u/TheRealBrokenbrains → u/jmcianos]

I’m so sorry. My void Batty is 11 and he is my best friend. I try to give him more attention but with 4 other cats it can be hard. I cherish our mornings together when my alarm goes off and he comes and lays down on my pillow next to me so we can spoon. I love him so much.

Edit: I saw this saying somewhere a few months ago and it has stuck with me hard… OUR CATS ARE A SMALL PART OF OUR LIVES, BUT TO OUR CATS, WE ARE THEIR WHOLE LIFE. WE ARE EVERYTHING TO THEM.

[u/CosgroveIsHereToHelp → u/TheRealBrokenbrains]

I believe this but my cats are an abnormally large part of my life. My 12 year old void, who I recently adopted, is in my lap now, purring and drooling on me