Sad news. Micki, who I was starting to think was going to live forever, had to be put to sleep today. In the past two weeks, she lost weight, her appetite, and was completely dehydrated. I knew something was wrong when she stopped trying to kill Lucy.
She wasn’t the world’s nicest cat, and she surely was one of the more insane ones, but I loved her. I was 13 when we got her, and that’s the part that hurts the most. She’s been part of my life for more than half of it.
All the while, she never stopped acting like a kitten. She was energetic, playful, annoying, and a ball of cuteness. For some reason we could never figure, she was afraid of every person in the world except me, SisterAlyson and The Grey Boy. She was even afraid of my dad, who diligently fed her every morning during the years my sister and I were away at college. Her fear of people meant I was the only one who got to revel in the cute things that she did: standing on her hind legs when food was coming, going nuts if I made popcorn, waffles, or ate yogurt (her favorite people foods), and purring like a motor car while sitting on my computer. At least I got some photos that captured her essense.
I’ll miss you, kitty.
One time, I “let her write a blog post.” For archives on Micki The Cat, click here.
Posted by abbersnail on April 30, 2009 at 2:01 pm
Oh, I’m so sorry for your loss. Sweet kitten kisses to you, Micki!
Posted by cadiz12 on April 30, 2009 at 2:04 pm
I’m sorry to hear about Micki. It sounds like you guys had a lot of great times.
Posted by RockyCat on April 30, 2009 at 2:20 pm
What beautiful eyes! Rest in peace, Micki.
Posted by Stefanie on April 30, 2009 at 2:21 pm
Aw. That was a lovely post. I’m so sorry she’s gone. Life will probably be more peaceful with only Lucy around (right?), but probably not as entertaining. Rest in peace, Micki.
P.S. I love the swim goggles shot.
Posted by bing on April 30, 2009 at 2:29 pm
So sorry to hear about Micki. It’s hard to put a pet to sleep, especially when they’ve been by your side for so long. She was a cutie…especially in your swim goggles!
Posted by nancypearlwannabe on April 30, 2009 at 2:32 pm
Aww, that’s terrible. I hope you’re doing okay!
Posted by hillary on April 30, 2009 at 2:34 pm
I’m sorry for your loss. RIP Micki.
Posted by Dingo on April 30, 2009 at 2:36 pm
I am so sorry for your loss. I know you must miss her terribly. You and Lucy take care of each other, okay?
Posted by Ann Kingman on April 30, 2009 at 2:58 pm
Oh, I’m so sorry to hear this. We recently went through the loss of our dog, so I know how empty the house can feel.
Posted by heidikins on April 30, 2009 at 3:03 pm
Oh chica, I’m so sorry to hear that. Hugs and kisses and virtual catnip is on it’s way.
xox
Posted by Jess on April 30, 2009 at 3:10 pm
Hugs to you. There are some moments when my roommate’s cat tears through the house that remind me of Micki – oh, sad. Thoughts with you.
Posted by -R- on April 30, 2009 at 3:14 pm
I’m sorry to hear about Micki. Hope you’re doing ok.
Posted by Kate on April 30, 2009 at 3:37 pm
Sorry to hear about Micki. It sounds like she had a wonderful life with you!
Posted by lizgwiz on April 30, 2009 at 4:05 pm
Poor sweet, crazy Micki. I know you will miss her–it’s the crazy ones we miss most of all. My sympathies on your loss.
Posted by Abby on April 30, 2009 at 6:55 pm
So sad, so sad.
Posted by Allie on April 30, 2009 at 8:36 pm
Oh! I’m so sorry! My cat’s not very nice either, but that’s not really what it’s about, is it?
I was just thinking about you today, and wondering how everything is going.
Thinking good thoughts for you.
Posted by Evil Kate on April 30, 2009 at 9:05 pm
I’m so sorry to hear about Micki. She was so spunky, I always expect her to pop up in your posts puking on a comforter or something.
Thanks for sharing the photos, sending good thoughts your way.
Posted by rdl on April 30, 2009 at 9:07 pm
I’m so sorry! She reminds me of my cat, dakota.
Posted by kir on April 30, 2009 at 11:49 pm
Aw, very sad news!!! Your gave her a great life and I’m sure she misses you too!
Posted by SisterAlyson on May 1, 2009 at 12:00 am
She was THE best cat. I can’t believe we got her in ’91. jeeze! I still remember when we immediately picked her out amongst all her brothers and sisters. We definitely made the right choice!
bye bye Mickster.
Posted by Peter DeWolf on May 1, 2009 at 7:26 am
Awww. Poor little kitty.
Posted by Dan on May 1, 2009 at 7:51 am
Sorry to hear the news
. It’s very tough losing a pet – especially when it’s been a part of your life for such a long time.
Posted by charmcitykim on May 1, 2009 at 8:32 am
I’m so sorry about your loss! I can only imagine how difficult that must be…
Posted by 3carnations on May 1, 2009 at 8:36 am
I’m sorry for your loss. It’s so hard to lose a pet.
Posted by Pants on May 1, 2009 at 10:54 am
I’m so sorry for your loss. Losing a feline bff is rough…especially when you’ve shared so much time together.
Posted by Megan on May 1, 2009 at 12:54 pm
I’m so sorry, Noelle.
Posted by courtney on May 1, 2009 at 1:35 pm
I’m so sorry, Noelle. Losing a pet is so hard. I hope you’re doing okay.
Posted by flurrious on May 1, 2009 at 2:38 pm
I’m sorry about Micki. It sounds like you gave her a good and happy life.
Posted by Jennifer on May 1, 2009 at 9:16 pm
Noelle, I am SO sorry about Micki. She was blessed to have you love her.
Posted by Poppy on May 2, 2009 at 12:30 pm
She looks a lot like my childhood cat, Little Kitty.
I’m sorry for your loss.
Posted by mickey on May 2, 2009 at 1:04 pm
Aw! So sad!
We’ll all miss the stories of the cat wars. Micki entertained us, for sure. And on a personal note, I’ll miss my counterpart in name, if not spelling.
Posted by Anika on May 3, 2009 at 2:02 pm
I’m so sorry to hear about Micki. That must be so difficult to lose your feline friend.
Posted by Kristabella on May 4, 2009 at 11:12 am
Oh no! I’m so sorry to hear that. As much as I (and most cat owners) complain, we really do love having them around.
How is Lucy doing?
Hang in there!
Posted by Kelli on May 5, 2009 at 2:14 pm
I’m sorry to hear about Micki. Loosing a pet is always hard, especially when they’ve been in your life for as long as Micki had been.
Sending kitty hugs.
Posted by The Modern Gal on May 8, 2009 at 7:42 am
I’m so sorry to hear about Micki. Her not-so-niceness made for some really great stories. Losing any pet is hard, but I can’t imagine what it’s like after spending that much time together.
Posted by The Grey Boy on May 11, 2009 at 2:26 pm
At first I thought “losing Micki” meant you could no longer locate her in the suitcase under the bed. Here’s to hoping that God is a woman or a gay man, so that Micki will let herself be petted in that great under-bed suitcase in the sky.
Posted by Vanessa on May 17, 2009 at 2:59 pm
Obviously chiming in late here, but I am so sorry about the loss of your cat. I’ve always thought it some sort of oversight that animals live such short lives compared to humans.
Posted by Missy on May 18, 2009 at 9:22 pm
I’m late offering my condolences, but they are no less felt. Our pets become part of our history, and its hard to see an era come to an end. I’m betting that Micki is napping contentedly as I write, and her little cat heart beats lovingly for you as always. (is it ok if I thank you for the jam and the biscotti– so nice of you, so delicious! hugs..)
Posted by Andrea on June 2, 2009 at 12:47 pm
I’m so sorry about Micki. I know how hard it can be to lose a beloved four legged family member.