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Today has been the worst day of my life. I had to let my black cat Belladonna go today. After contemplating for a long time I realize that I do not have enough money to properly care for Bella. This has been an issue for some months. I just feel so horrible. I came home from work today and there was no big green eyes or soft meow greeting me. No cat to chase my legs and lay on my bed to purr. As I sit here typing this, I look around my living room and just feel this emptiness. I just wonder if she is ok. I think about if she is comfortable or lonely or if she misses me. I really hate myself for doing that to her but I know deep down that it was for the best. I pray that she will find a good home. A home full of love, and warmth and a home that can properly care for her. I dont want her to have to suffer and I pray she dont.And I pray that this hollow emptiness will go away with time. I am asking that anyone who reads this please find the time to pray for my little baby. Pray she is safe and pray she finds a good home that will take good care of her. I miss her so much. Thank You.

Mistressfelina, I'm in a similar situation. I had to give away my cat to a local shelter and I feel the same emptiness. Just thinking of a memory or the possibility that he may be uncomfortable or worse of all the look on his face at the parting...yes, I know. It's terrible. We just have to recover. I personally think this experience has made me want to be one of those people who care for homeless cats. Guess that's the positive side and we all have to find one. I'll keep you and your cat in my prayers.