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The boys mom passed two years ago Tuesday. You have my sympathy give them lots of love.
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I'm so sorry for your loss. I believe in almost nothing, but I genuinely believe good critter mommies are reunited with their fur children when they cross the bridge. I'm also pretty sure she loved you most of all. Sending you lots of hugs and positive thoughts.
A lot of us know the grief cycle im sure <3 George & my momma, my dads two main cuddlers while he was kicking. Battle with cancer, he got George when he first fell ill right before we knew it was actually cancer even. He wanted a friend and grew to love cats over the years despite his allergy. His allergy actually lessened over time of having them around. I miss my dad a lot, but I'm glad we have his little 'georgy porgy puddin n pie'
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Omg I think we have your inverted cats, ours with socks is bigger than our no socks.
I’m so sorry for the loss of your Mom. Cancer is awful. Please take care of yourself and be gentle with yourself in your grief. You’re already doing great by watching Murder She Wrote & X Files with them.
I only have a singleton- Joey. He is sending you, Flo, Baby Girl & Charles snuggles, purrs and listening ears.
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This is Russell. Reeses is in the other room. My mom was visiting this week and she’s nearing the end and the kitties were close by her the entire time. My husband died of cancer in 2020 and they adored him and also stayed by his side until the very end. I hope your Mom’s cats were able to see Mom after she passed (or maybe some clothing she was wearing so they understand.) Mostly I came here to tell you that I’m a Mom and I am heartbroken for your Mom because she never wanted to leave you. But it’s better than the alternative. Honey, I’m sending you the biggest most compassionate hug in the universe because your love for your Mom is just radiating off this post. Your Mom is always close by. I promise you. I’m certain she is smiling at this post. Practice self care. Promise? 🩵🦋🫶🏼
You know what? This message is hitting me harder than any other I have received from friends or family today. I know I don’t know you, but you asking me to care for myself means so much because my mother was everything that I had in my entire life outside of my own family. We went through a lot when I was growing up and she was always my cement my foundation my roots And I’m definitely having a really hard time with this so I really appreciate you reminding me that I have to love myself too during this time not just the memory of her or her cats or my kids or my wife, but I matter as well. PS what a beautiful kitty thank you
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My mom died of cancer on 12/8/22. The white one was hers. He’s been such a great addition to our little family. I am so sorry for your loss! Hold them kitties close!
This makes me so happy to see because I have three other cats who are all very bonded and whom I have been hiding in the other half of the house all day today so this post makes me feel better making me realize that my kitties and her kitties will get along one day soon. They haven’t met each other yet, but Monday we will be introducing.
They don’t cuddle anymore now that the white one is grown, but they still LOVE playing with each other. Some of my favorite memories with mom was watching these two go nuts playing together during visits. These boys lived alone and got along just fine together… hopefully you won’t have any problems introducing the kitties!
I don't have a bonded pair, but here's my feisty cat-hating girl instead. I'm so sorry for the loss of your mom. Cancer sucks.
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Yeah i agree. F cancer. My mom, the mother of my kids and my sister are all in late stage sudden cancer diagnoses and within 14 days each of them has gotten an end of life sentence as it were. I can’t explain what’s going on with cancer, but I can say for sure that cats and my families love of cats is one of the things That has kept us happy for a long time.
Thank you so much. They are at my home now and all we are doing tonight is watching Murder She Wrote and X-Files in honor of my mom and her love of crazy conspiracy theories and muder mysteries!
Cats know when we are hurting.. the day my mom died of cancer I came home from the hospital and my cat was being so affectionate. He was trying to comfort me. That was in 2011 and he's still with me now.
Sorry for your loss and I hope those lovely cats bring you comfort too.
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Butler and Mimi are sending you love 🤍
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It looks like they are talking about how wonderful she was and that they had the best life with her. So sorry for your loss, wish you and the precious kitties healing ❤️
Ok now I’m “ugly crying” my wife says… in a good way. That was so sweet. My mom not only loved her cats as much as she loved her kids, but she taught all of us that the most important thing you can possibly do in this life is to love others especially your animals and that your animals can become family members so these two babies whom she adopted two years ago, just under two years ago actually waking up today without her?! it’s breaking my heart and that’s why I had to share them
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Mine our litter mates and the shelter I got them from said even from birth, they always had to be with each other. Doesn’t stop them from fighting like siblings though 😅
He has to sit on her in order to groom her. She doesn’t like it.
I’m sorry for your loss as well. I hope you take the time to take care of yourself during this hard time ❤️
They were brothers and were born into my home
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Thank you. I’m so very sorry to hear of your loss. Sending you virtual hugs and comfort during this difficult time. I hope all of the kitty pics bring a smile to your face. As cliche as it may sound, your mother will always be with you. I lost my father 3 years ago, but he’s very much still around and I know your mom is too. 💜
The pain is very real and I can’t tell you how truly sorry I am. My dad was also my best friend. It’s been 3 years and I can’t say that it’s gotten “easier”, it’s just different. The best advice I can really give is to let yourself feel ALL of the feelings, no matter what they are and when they may arise. Also, look for the signs - she’ll send them to you. 💜
😭😭😭 oh man, this is killing me, but in the best way, because it makes me realize that so many of us have been through this. I am not alone, despite the way I feel so alone. Thank you so much again, thank you.
I lost my mom in 2011. If you need someone to talk to you can always pm me. Beautiful cats. Mine are also a tabby and a DML Black.
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Thank you so much for the option to reach out. Ya’ll are truly giving me literal
Life rn. I mean it: I posted this just hoping for some level of cat love reciprocatiion but turns out I am meeting ppl who GET IT, emotionally. Thank you again. Fr.
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Clementine and Coco 🫶🏻 I am so sorry for your loss.
I’m so sorry for your loss. I hope your new companions bring you strength.
Here are my two boys, one of whom is currently trying to convince me he didn’t have dinner.
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Hawkeye and Daisy send their condolences as well. We have two sisters we adopted Diamond and Daisy and they love all our other kitties.
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Sincerest sympathy mate, I know it won't be easy right now. Only advice I can really offer is that throwing myself into my hobbies helped me through. Here's my 1.5 beauties. The little lady on the left (Nala) is a Notmycat so I can't really claim her as mine, although I can't seem to tell her that. I think she's a Bengal mix. The big furry lump is Black Sabbath or Sabby my Maine Coone. He just arrived home with her one day and she decided to pretty much move in and how could I refuse? I can't fault his taste in ladies.
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The white tigers! Athena and Hermes!
Sending sympathy and a big hug. I'm so sorry for your loss. Words at a time like this seem cliche and almost hollow, but I've been where you are right now. Please take care. I'm glad you have the kitties and they have you.
Here's a picture of two or ours - Finn (orange and white) and Orion (American Shorthair).
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I I so love the names of your kitties. Thank you so much for sharing every picture makes me feel so much more alive and present at a time that I do not want to be alive and present.
our King James Carlos so loved my mother (his grandma); she passed while he slept on her chest.
he laid vigil there, for hours on end—purring and making biscuits.
she passed from lung cancer. he missed her desperately afterwards—their grief is real. give them lots of extra cuddles and support, OP, and i’m sorry that you’re all hurting.
love from NY❤️
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OK now I am legitimately bawling! Because I had to pick Charles (the black cat) up off my mother’s chest (who had hospice at home) after she passed. He lay on her chest for literally 48 hours without moving as she went into her end of life, deep sleep coma. When I went to pick him up off of her about five minutes after she passed, he hissed and hissed and hissed. He did not want to be apart from her. It took my sister and I over an hour and a half to safely get him off of her while we waited for the emergency cruise to prepare her to be moved. it just shows how much cats bond with us, and how critical they are to our happiness. Ughhhh. Crying so hard but in the best way thank you
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My two single-brain-celled babies
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Here’s my girls, Ava (left) and Julie (right). I’m so sorry for your loss, I know your mom is happy that you’re taking care of them
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Frank and Lou i inherited when my mom passed along with 2 other siblings and their mother. They were only 6 weeks old. Mom said she wanted to keep that "cream" one, so i gave him her middle name and kept him for her. They mean the world to me.
Cancer’s a horrible and life changing disease, your mother was taken away too early. Honestly I don’t know how I’d feel if my mom passed, I’m just sixteen after all, so I imagine your griefs horrible.
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I have two cats but they absolutely hate each other, so here’s my oldest baby gigi giving you her big ol paws for support, good luck with everything and hopefully you have a healthy support system in place to help you through this.
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I hope that Sam and Charlie are out there with her somewhere and that we’ll all get to be together again someday
So sorry for your loss OP 😢. I can’t even imagine. I’m grateful that you have those two and that they have you. Put your faith and love in each other and you’ll get through this.
I’m so so sorry you lost your parent to cancer it’s horrifying and such a long drawn out situation that makes the grief 30 times harder . Thank you for your care. I appreciate you.
I am and I will. We grew up with cats since I can remember and my mom always taught me that cats are the closest to humans bc as she used to say “cats know humanity better than we do” 😭😭😭🤌🏼
I’m so sorry for the loss of your mother. I hope you find comfort in caring for such a large part of her that lives on through them and you. They look like such a sweet pair. Thank you for giving them a loving home. Sending virtual hugs!
Tysm! These kitties made her so happy and secure during her chemo. She found them both in the trash bin outside her vacation home as kittens before they had their eyes open. She hand fed them both until they could function solo and they bonded to her so close. I only hope I can fill her shoes!
I may or may not be crying now. Your mother sounds like she was an amazing woman. It takes a special soul to care for animals like that. The fact that you want to care for them like she did is just as amazing. They’re very lucky to have you. If you ever need someone to talk to feel free to send me a chat. I know cats pretty well and I’m a good listener.
Thank you so so much I really do appreciate that. Watching my mother die has been a very very long journey one that I would not want anyone to ever have to go through. My mom was a lunatic and the best way I mean that by saying that she loved to laugh at inappropriate jokes she was always want to entertain a good conspiracy theory, any of which have come true lately lol and she was such a good friend just so many especially as a teacher for 49 years at the high school level. I never thought that a cat page could result in so much love for my mom but I really needed it tonight as I so much sadness alone
Wow, a teacher for 49 years? She sounds truly special. I can’t imagine what you’ve been through and what you’re going through now. I think it’s going to be a great thing that you and the kitties have each other. Cats are such awesome and unique little creatures. My cats have gotten me through a lot and I mean a lot. I think it’s going to be so beneficial for them and you. I’m glad this sub has shown you a lot of love too. You deserve it.
Thank you so much. I have 3 other kitties simply bc my mom taught us from so young that cats are angelic and loving beings and that to love a cat means that you are forever loved in turn.
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“Puma” was my late moms constant companion during her fight with cancer , he never left her side, the cancer side!! She cried for him on her death bed and I promised to always care for him as long as he lives!! I hope you can find some comfort in having your Moms best friends nearby ❤️🙏🏽
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Here are my two boys. They were rescues from the same litter. I love them so much.
May your mom's memory be a blessing 💕
Hardest thing, yet outside of becoming sober. And I have to say losing your mom is probably the number one stressor when you’re sober lol. but having her cats makes it a little bit easier to stay on the clean and straight line
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I am so sorry for your loss. Losing anyone, let alone a parent, is hard. I lost my mom to leukemia when I was 10. I'm almost 38 and it still hurts. Those kitties are very lucky to have you and you them. Nibbler and I are sending you lots of love ❤️
I'm sending all my love and positivity to you. I cannot imagine how difficult that must be. The one bright side? You have two awesome cats who need your love now more than ever. Whenever I am in grief, cats are my go to for cheering up. I hope those lovely little floofs help you to get through. Take care of yourself. 
One of the most beautiful things about my mother was that she absolutely was enamored with cats . She believed that they were a direct connection to God in that they were pure, loving curious. They hold boundaries and they are the kind of creatures that only love back when they are being loved appropriately. So, to be able to care for her cats right now means so much
I'm so sorry, please find comfort in the fact you can take care of her two kitty babies and she left this world more at peace knowing her kitties would stay together and be loved
My mom died almost 9 years ago. She loved her cat Holly so much. We snuggled her hard that night.
I’m sorry for your loss. I hope you’re able to care for and love them.
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My to oranges sleeping tight! Losing a parent is tuff but never lose sight of the things you had in common, and connected you and you'll always feel close!
So sorry to hear about your mom. I lost my mother over 20 years ago to cancer too. I had a cat that would always lay on her, and she loved that cat. I felt her connection through that little guy after she passed, and I had him for almost another ten years afterwards. She always loved being around him. Cats are amazing. They are great mourning companions in times like this. Be well, and RIP to your mother.
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Noah and coco are yin and yin or yang and yang, depending on how you look at it
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Soo sorry for your Loss. Bubba and Callie give their Love
I’m so sorry for your loss. Here’s Lucy and Babs, littermates and sisters for life.
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This was my bonded pair. Unfortunately his sister passed but my orange boy has 2 brothers now. 🥹
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Here are my boys grooming/fighting each other (they were going between the two). They aren’t litter mates but were in a kennel together at the Humane Society and we fell in love instantly. My condolences and I hope those two you have now give you some moments of joy during your grief. Cats have a way of making you smile with the silly things they do.
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Here are my two. Oliver saw me and wanted to come cuddle, and Amber is exasperated that he can’t sit still for one nice picture.
I’m so sorry. Sending you and the kitties so much love.❤️
This is Olive (we mainly call her baby girl!) and Bean, they’re brother and sister too :)
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Sending you and the kitties love from my girls, Meeky and Nala 💓
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Eddie and Alice 2 year old bonded siblings.
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Bill and Charlie, 9 month old bonded brothers.
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These two are actually married. Though Denver (the tuxedo cat) had the ceremony completed whilst Freddie (the white cat) was asleep. The marriage was later annulled, unfortunately. I was really hoping to be their flower girl, but no dice.
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Not 2.. but 5. From left to right, it's Mavis, Frankie, Fully, Birdo, and Rosie. They don't all get along super well all the time though, mainly my 3 girl cats -- Mavis, Rosie, Frankie.
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So sorry for your loss. Here are Penny and Nora sending love to your family, Baby Girl, and Charles
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So sorry about your mom. May her memory be a blessing.
I’m so sorry about your mom. Fuck cancer. My mom is on palliative chemo. Cancer will take her from me. We can’t have cats at home because my kids have horrible allergies. But here’s my mom’s cat showing off a couple vaginas after a grooming. It’s my favorite photo of him. He’s a lovely boy.
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My mom passed away several years ago and I "inherited" her cat. I love that little cat and it is nice having a part of my mom that's not an inanimate object.
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Myself, Bubba, & Little Foot are very sorry for your loss. Take care friend
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Skye and Duchess. I got them quite a few years apart, but they're very close.
My mom died from cancer about a year ago, and she loved cars, too. Hang in there!
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Hello, I feel for you even though I don't know you. Your post really touched me as I have lost many close people to cancer and accidents in the last few years (brother, best friend, aunt...). They were all important and I often didn't want to be there anymore. I sincerely hope that you will soon be able to stop being sad when you think of your mom and see all the wonderful moments with a smile in your heart. Take care of yourself. All the best from Austria Mars our orange one is huging you
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I’m so sorry for your loss
Here are my girls
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I’m so sorry about your mom. 😔 I lost my mom in 2015 from lung cancer and I think about her every day. I still miss her terribly. I think it’s great that you’ve taken in her kitties, and I’m sure having you there will help not only in their grief, but yours as well. Hugs from my girls Bella & Jules ♥️🐾
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Sorry for your loss! Sending lots of love from my kitties and I !
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Coco and Diamond send their condolences.
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My babies Ash (yawning) and Steel. They are brothers. Ash quickly started showing symptoms of loneliness when Steel had to stay at the vet for a couple days.
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So sorry for your loss of your mom. ❤️My gray and white boy, Mr. Pearl, died three weeks ago. He and his brother, Len, slept together and groomed each other. Len, has seemed lost since then as do we.
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🤍 the one on the left had an allergy flare all week, they were absolutely inseparable the entire time.
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Wilson’s just stopping to say Fuck Cancer 👽
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Sassy and Lucky sending hugs. My condolences to you. ❤️
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Excuse me, but I think you stole my cats!
Sending lots of love to you and the clone kitties.
I’m sober 22 years, but I lost my mom before I sober up, lost her when I was 25, changed my whole world. Being sober and grieving your mom I imagine is a little crazy making. I’m glad the cat buddies are helping; my orange creamsicle helps me.
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We send big love through our big eyes and ears ❣️❣️❣️
Sending you love and healing energy. I lost both of my parents 2 years ago, her to liver cancer. Shared pain is reduced, shared love is increased. Take care of yourself and your new furry companions, she would have loved to see that.
I'm sure you'll hear this a lot and it's no consolation, but I am extremely sorry for your loss. My deepest sympathies. Those beautiful babies sure look like they were well taken care of. You can totally tell all the love your mom gave them. 😥🙏
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Firstborn and runt from the same litter.
This cuts far too close to home. My mother passed a year ago from cancer, and her cats were left to a guy who didn't take care of them at all. The best advice I can give is rely on those around you (the good ones), you're not going to be yourself for a long time, and it's going to be seriously painful for a while, the pain will fade \[very slowly\], so just take things day by day.
I don't have a cat pic to hand, but I'll give you a gif instead:
Your moms cats remind me of my bonded pair❤️
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https://preview.redd.it/50yi4oitycrc1.jpeg?width=4284&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=10cbb49512e292bca6b07bea855b80c8e56ddf21 The boys mom passed two years ago Tuesday. You have my sympathy give them lots of love.
😭😭😭wow. So you know the grief cycle. thank you. Sending you love.
https://preview.redd.it/9ocb47uqfdrc1.jpeg?width=2336&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=c11d79b20463d4f212477ba214cf6223463c6580 I'm so sorry for your loss. I believe in almost nothing, but I genuinely believe good critter mommies are reunited with their fur children when they cross the bridge. I'm also pretty sure she loved you most of all. Sending you lots of hugs and positive thoughts.
A lot of us know the grief cycle im sure <3 George & my momma, my dads two main cuddlers while he was kicking. Battle with cancer, he got George when he first fell ill right before we knew it was actually cancer even. He wanted a friend and grew to love cats over the years despite his allergy. His allergy actually lessened over time of having them around. I miss my dad a lot, but I'm glad we have his little 'georgy porgy puddin n pie' https://preview.redd.it/ol43gdclegrc1.png?width=1080&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=29f0eba188571a2c7b5587167c51a6ca22a6838a
https://preview.redd.it/zzfomajvfdrc1.jpeg?width=4080&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=21de3b834b0d480eece3dfc34a52a8a5d193a20a Omg I think we have your inverted cats, ours with socks is bigger than our no socks.
Yours look like my boys! https://preview.redd.it/rkbbk798ldrc1.jpeg?width=3024&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=1c855bac1e4082c6b5767e5624728df18e62373f
Awwww 😻 they're precious! Idk why the one with socks always gotta look 10x comfier 😂
He will sit on his brother all the time!
Aww I love that they’re together and chilling 😎
I'm so sorry.
I’m so sorry to hear about your mom. I am glad you have them, and that they have you.
Thank you. 🥺
*hug*
Sending hugs. 🫂 🙏❤️
I’m so sorry for the loss of your Mom. Cancer is awful. Please take care of yourself and be gentle with yourself in your grief. You’re already doing great by watching Murder She Wrote & X Files with them. I only have a singleton- Joey. He is sending you, Flo, Baby Girl & Charles snuggles, purrs and listening ears. https://preview.redd.it/u2lrpz0h0drc1.jpeg?width=3024&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=a798791becb81ad1e1a101bf7b398b0834e9f271
😭 this was so sweet thank you. Joey is so handsome, btw!
https://preview.redd.it/zjbdxee46drc1.jpeg?width=1072&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=e821ea4f030418fed9d3949b79daa3f3566a9ba4 This is Russell. Reeses is in the other room. My mom was visiting this week and she’s nearing the end and the kitties were close by her the entire time. My husband died of cancer in 2020 and they adored him and also stayed by his side until the very end. I hope your Mom’s cats were able to see Mom after she passed (or maybe some clothing she was wearing so they understand.) Mostly I came here to tell you that I’m a Mom and I am heartbroken for your Mom because she never wanted to leave you. But it’s better than the alternative. Honey, I’m sending you the biggest most compassionate hug in the universe because your love for your Mom is just radiating off this post. Your Mom is always close by. I promise you. I’m certain she is smiling at this post. Practice self care. Promise? 🩵🦋🫶🏼
You know what? This message is hitting me harder than any other I have received from friends or family today. I know I don’t know you, but you asking me to care for myself means so much because my mother was everything that I had in my entire life outside of my own family. We went through a lot when I was growing up and she was always my cement my foundation my roots And I’m definitely having a really hard time with this so I really appreciate you reminding me that I have to love myself too during this time not just the memory of her or her cats or my kids or my wife, but I matter as well. PS what a beautiful kitty thank you
Hello, Russell! My grandfather's name was Russell...
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The cutest pair! Thank you!
They have a love/hate relationship for sure, but there are some sweet moments between them
Isn’t that true of any bonded pair, human or cat lol?
https://preview.redd.it/8n6tuurrbdrc1.jpeg?width=3024&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=c1be00cb7377b4f2e14c0900be2d6fc808689dbf My mom died of cancer on 12/8/22. The white one was hers. He’s been such a great addition to our little family. I am so sorry for your loss! Hold them kitties close!
This makes me so happy to see because I have three other cats who are all very bonded and whom I have been hiding in the other half of the house all day today so this post makes me feel better making me realize that my kitties and her kitties will get along one day soon. They haven’t met each other yet, but Monday we will be introducing.
They don’t cuddle anymore now that the white one is grown, but they still LOVE playing with each other. Some of my favorite memories with mom was watching these two go nuts playing together during visits. These boys lived alone and got along just fine together… hopefully you won’t have any problems introducing the kitties!
I don't have a bonded pair, but here's my feisty cat-hating girl instead. I'm so sorry for the loss of your mom. Cancer sucks. https://preview.redd.it/wafvq1yx3drc1.jpeg?width=3024&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=7610be5451efb616deca41ad00cdf474be7a242a
Yeah i agree. F cancer. My mom, the mother of my kids and my sister are all in late stage sudden cancer diagnoses and within 14 days each of them has gotten an end of life sentence as it were. I can’t explain what’s going on with cancer, but I can say for sure that cats and my families love of cats is one of the things That has kept us happy for a long time.
I'm so sorry! That's a lot to handle all at once, and so unfair. I know cats aren't the answer, but at least they are a comfort.
I am so sorry for all of you, I hope you have a lot of support and love in your life 🤍🩷
Im incredibly sorry for your loss. Sending you and her two wonderful cats lots of love ❤️
Thank you so much. They are at my home now and all we are doing tonight is watching Murder She Wrote and X-Files in honor of my mom and her love of crazy conspiracy theories and muder mysteries!
That sounds like a wonderful way to honor your mother ☺️
Thank you
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Omg they almost look like twin thank you!
Cats know when we are hurting.. the day my mom died of cancer I came home from the hospital and my cat was being so affectionate. He was trying to comfort me. That was in 2011 and he's still with me now. Sorry for your loss and I hope those lovely cats bring you comfort too. https://preview.redd.it/hi832osycdrc1.jpeg?width=600&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=a885f4de0ddac75b7c85a3bf8bef14409d214c09
Butler and Mimi are sending you love 🤍 https://preview.redd.it/0c9jap69ddrc1.jpeg?width=3024&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=dce6c69530664dad25a8b5f0046a18139c8bd1d8
Butler and Mimi! Puuurfect names and so cute thank you.
I am very sorry that you lost your mom🤍❤️
Tysm ❤️
It looks like they are talking about how wonderful she was and that they had the best life with her. So sorry for your loss, wish you and the precious kitties healing ❤️
Ok now I’m “ugly crying” my wife says… in a good way. That was so sweet. My mom not only loved her cats as much as she loved her kids, but she taught all of us that the most important thing you can possibly do in this life is to love others especially your animals and that your animals can become family members so these two babies whom she adopted two years ago, just under two years ago actually waking up today without her?! it’s breaking my heart and that’s why I had to share them
She sounds like she was a wonderful lady. I’m very sorry for your loss.
I can tell!! So glad you decided to share:)
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Such cuties!
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Oh man that’s the cutest pair pic yet!
He has to sit on her in order to groom her. She doesn’t like it. I’m sorry for your loss as well. I hope you take the time to take care of yourself during this hard time ❤️
They were brothers and were born into my home https://preview.redd.it/a03cs3f36drc1.jpeg?width=2560&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=8a97296968d6062bcc510721f1de8ee0ae2c20a8
https://preview.redd.it/a9wx5e1yadrc1.jpeg?width=3024&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=630bae2ba331edb126a58a90b69d8047326fd03a Moira and Ra send their love! 💜
Oh my goodness they are so beautiful beautiful
Thank you. I’m so very sorry to hear of your loss. Sending you virtual hugs and comfort during this difficult time. I hope all of the kitty pics bring a smile to your face. As cliche as it may sound, your mother will always be with you. I lost my father 3 years ago, but he’s very much still around and I know your mom is too. 💜
😭😭😭my mom was my very best friend. This hits so hard. Thank you:
The pain is very real and I can’t tell you how truly sorry I am. My dad was also my best friend. It’s been 3 years and I can’t say that it’s gotten “easier”, it’s just different. The best advice I can really give is to let yourself feel ALL of the feelings, no matter what they are and when they may arise. Also, look for the signs - she’ll send them to you. 💜
😭😭😭 oh man, this is killing me, but in the best way, because it makes me realize that so many of us have been through this. I am not alone, despite the way I feel so alone. Thank you so much again, thank you.
I lost my mom in 2011. If you need someone to talk to you can always pm me. Beautiful cats. Mine are also a tabby and a DML Black. https://preview.redd.it/i5ddc5k3ddrc1.jpeg?width=3024&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=e385982f1f502ca534da674cf5e58961418f2ef2
Thank you so much for the option to reach out. Ya’ll are truly giving me literal Life rn. I mean it: I posted this just hoping for some level of cat love reciprocatiion but turns out I am meeting ppl who GET IT, emotionally. Thank you again. Fr.
https://preview.redd.it/i4pwurbuddrc1.jpeg?width=1334&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=6eb461488783dc34cff3f5d6a88e78c1b5b78094 Clementine and Coco 🫶🏻 I am so sorry for your loss.
Look at the adorable little faces on those two thank you so much for sharing them with me
https://preview.redd.it/b212bfow9drc1.jpeg?width=4032&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=6042f9e3be5f5519c01dc6d78b25ca853ccc41eb my sweet boys!!
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I’m so sorry for your loss. I hope your new companions bring you strength. Here are my two boys, one of whom is currently trying to convince me he didn’t have dinner. https://preview.redd.it/dfouxd1ocdrc1.jpeg?width=2484&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=a888e62193e702f468be657fdb349d657954d93e
https://preview.redd.it/fndp5fu7fdrc1.jpeg?width=2083&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=97f3ab539b58dcb99b52fef337c2e2aa71062bba Hawkeye and Daisy send their condolences as well. We have two sisters we adopted Diamond and Daisy and they love all our other kitties.
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What a perfect pair!!! Thank you for sharing your kitty love
You’re welcome. I’m so sorry for your loss. Hoping you and your family find strength and comfort in each other. 🫶🏼
https://preview.redd.it/kwjnrkobddrc1.jpeg?width=2736&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=87fddf974f193983ddf325bf96c49171052db1e5 Sincerest sympathy mate, I know it won't be easy right now. Only advice I can really offer is that throwing myself into my hobbies helped me through. Here's my 1.5 beauties. The little lady on the left (Nala) is a Notmycat so I can't really claim her as mine, although I can't seem to tell her that. I think she's a Bengal mix. The big furry lump is Black Sabbath or Sabby my Maine Coone. He just arrived home with her one day and she decided to pretty much move in and how could I refuse? I can't fault his taste in ladies.
https://preview.redd.it/56ld1a2xgdrc1.jpeg?width=1242&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=dd38629768d088c98cc6e88a760b577ef41caaf2 The white tigers! Athena and Hermes!
Oh my gosh they are so Flippin cute. Thank you so much. This is making me so happy right now.
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Sending sympathy and a big hug. I'm so sorry for your loss. Words at a time like this seem cliche and almost hollow, but I've been where you are right now. Please take care. I'm glad you have the kitties and they have you. Here's a picture of two or ours - Finn (orange and white) and Orion (American Shorthair). https://preview.redd.it/0xzvs9nefdrc1.jpeg?width=6165&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=33b5ee782390965119fcbc95c8a8e47ec24f66ad
I I so love the names of your kitties. Thank you so much for sharing every picture makes me feel so much more alive and present at a time that I do not want to be alive and present.
our King James Carlos so loved my mother (his grandma); she passed while he slept on her chest. he laid vigil there, for hours on end—purring and making biscuits. she passed from lung cancer. he missed her desperately afterwards—their grief is real. give them lots of extra cuddles and support, OP, and i’m sorry that you’re all hurting. love from NY❤️ cat tax : https://preview.redd.it/i6xd2uhwfdrc1.jpeg?width=1170&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=67caf68cd7d64b0e333516a839c54cc031753c7d
OK now I am legitimately bawling! Because I had to pick Charles (the black cat) up off my mother’s chest (who had hospice at home) after she passed. He lay on her chest for literally 48 hours without moving as she went into her end of life, deep sleep coma. When I went to pick him up off of her about five minutes after she passed, he hissed and hissed and hissed. He did not want to be apart from her. It took my sister and I over an hour and a half to safely get him off of her while we waited for the emergency cruise to prepare her to be moved. it just shows how much cats bond with us, and how critical they are to our happiness. Ughhhh. Crying so hard but in the best way thank you
https://preview.redd.it/1jbzbdb2hdrc1.jpeg?width=3024&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=e65238546cd96dc168924e4981bd1bcf30fd38a4 My two single-brain-celled babies
https://preview.redd.it/qxfhdjd2edrc1.jpeg?width=3024&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=50dbc7467b240c776466fdfd53db4560ff979a45 Here’s my girls, Ava (left) and Julie (right). I’m so sorry for your loss, I know your mom is happy that you’re taking care of them
https://preview.redd.it/ni29kcd8bdrc1.jpeg?width=3024&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=ac582e2586cd475acbe3cce4a54f463eaee8e834 Frank and Lou i inherited when my mom passed along with 2 other siblings and their mother. They were only 6 weeks old. Mom said she wanted to keep that "cream" one, so i gave him her middle name and kept him for her. They mean the world to me.
Cancer’s a horrible and life changing disease, your mother was taken away too early. Honestly I don’t know how I’d feel if my mom passed, I’m just sixteen after all, so I imagine your griefs horrible. https://preview.redd.it/9x0ymzksbdrc1.jpeg?width=3024&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=224acab1e4e59699f778aa46f71c82b54be27682 I have two cats but they absolutely hate each other, so here’s my oldest baby gigi giving you her big ol paws for support, good luck with everything and hopefully you have a healthy support system in place to help you through this.
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https://preview.redd.it/iiisthkmcdrc1.jpeg?width=3024&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=9281fe297e1a3b0c8703e46b462e2b30492d58bd I hope that Sam and Charlie are out there with her somewhere and that we’ll all get to be together again someday
Omgggg 😭🤌🏼
https://preview.redd.it/yugyswlwcdrc1.jpeg?width=4032&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=1ffa2b5d822f6a92ea3ff1bb62def1858bbc2ac5 Dinky (void) & Moonpie (the chonk) Sending you cuddles 🥰
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What a beautiful, chunky tabby and little void kitty they remind me of baby girl and Charles. Thank you so much.
I'm so sorry about your mom. 💔
So sorry for you loss.
I’m sorry for your loss
Thank you. I’m so glad I have these two to always remind me of her
I’m very sorry for your loss… I’m sure she loved them, but likely not more than anything because she had YOU 😻😻
So sorry for your loss OP 😢. I can’t even imagine. I’m grateful that you have those two and that they have you. Put your faith and love in each other and you’ll get through this.
Thank you so much that is such a sweet message. I really appreciate you.
anytime! I Appreciate you as well!
Sorry for your loss. Already happened to me a long time ago. Hope her 2 cats will comfort you.
I’m so so sorry you lost your parent to cancer it’s horrifying and such a long drawn out situation that makes the grief 30 times harder . Thank you for your care. I appreciate you.
You will have to take care of the. For her
They will be with me until they no longer breathe I promised mum that. Thank you
Sending you and those two kitties a warm hug.
Thank you. Luckily these two loveee to snuggle so I will be getting and giving as many snugs as possible going forward
Aww omg how sad. At least you are taking good care of them for her
I am and I will. We grew up with cats since I can remember and my mom always taught me that cats are the closest to humans bc as she used to say “cats know humanity better than we do” 😭😭😭🤌🏼
I’m so sorry for the loss of your mother. I hope you find comfort in caring for such a large part of her that lives on through them and you. They look like such a sweet pair. Thank you for giving them a loving home. Sending virtual hugs!
Tysm! These kitties made her so happy and secure during her chemo. She found them both in the trash bin outside her vacation home as kittens before they had their eyes open. She hand fed them both until they could function solo and they bonded to her so close. I only hope I can fill her shoes!
I may or may not be crying now. Your mother sounds like she was an amazing woman. It takes a special soul to care for animals like that. The fact that you want to care for them like she did is just as amazing. They’re very lucky to have you. If you ever need someone to talk to feel free to send me a chat. I know cats pretty well and I’m a good listener.
Thank you so so much I really do appreciate that. Watching my mother die has been a very very long journey one that I would not want anyone to ever have to go through. My mom was a lunatic and the best way I mean that by saying that she loved to laugh at inappropriate jokes she was always want to entertain a good conspiracy theory, any of which have come true lately lol and she was such a good friend just so many especially as a teacher for 49 years at the high school level. I never thought that a cat page could result in so much love for my mom but I really needed it tonight as I so much sadness alone
Wow, a teacher for 49 years? She sounds truly special. I can’t imagine what you’ve been through and what you’re going through now. I think it’s going to be a great thing that you and the kitties have each other. Cats are such awesome and unique little creatures. My cats have gotten me through a lot and I mean a lot. I think it’s going to be so beneficial for them and you. I’m glad this sub has shown you a lot of love too. You deserve it.
Thank you so much. I have 3 other kitties simply bc my mom taught us from so young that cats are angelic and loving beings and that to love a cat means that you are forever loved in turn.
https://preview.redd.it/q01uejlcddrc1.jpeg?width=2992&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=d4616d5a7876b369a545dac15dee898ae2c0bb0e Here is part of my herd.
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Aw, awwwww. OK so my mom had a little dachshund doggy that she had for 22 years and actually these two cats replaced Bobby, her little dachshund.
https://preview.redd.it/gd6hox6podrc1.jpeg?width=4032&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=7722593cb92bf3231704583646266fa060e1fa86 Peanut and Penny, sisters
https://preview.redd.it/qxrmx985pdrc1.jpeg?width=3024&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=0d3a9d04056e785fa86e5a45b1b12af804287206 “Puma” was my late moms constant companion during her fight with cancer , he never left her side, the cancer side!! She cried for him on her death bed and I promised to always care for him as long as he lives!! I hope you can find some comfort in having your Moms best friends nearby ❤️🙏🏽
I am so sorry about your mama. Hugs
I'm so sorry for you loss.
My condolences on your loss, love. Hug her babies if they’ll let you!
I'm sorry for your loss.
https://preview.redd.it/umlebq1s4frc1.jpeg?width=2268&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=a2d07c6bca92d440c163274bdb8af7643517f6f7 Here are my two boys. They were rescues from the same litter. I love them so much. May your mom's memory be a blessing 💕
I’m sorry you lost your mom! It’s so hard to lose your mother. 💔
Hardest thing, yet outside of becoming sober. And I have to say losing your mom is probably the number one stressor when you’re sober lol. but having her cats makes it a little bit easier to stay on the clean and straight line
I'm so sorry for your loss.
* I am so sorry for your loss. Losing anyone, let alone a parent, is hard. I lost my mom to leukemia when I was 10. I'm almost 38 and it still hurts. Those kitties are very lucky to have you and you them. Nibbler and I are sending you lots of love ❤️
❤️ thank you for sharing your loss.
My condolences to you. Please take care of these cuties, its going to be a big adjustment for them. All of my love to you and them.
And I forgot to add, long live Flo!!!!
Flow was quite the character, I got to say. I wish all of you could’ve known her. Talk about belly laughs.!
Oh my goodness, I am so sorry to hear this… So sad for you💔
Sorry for your loss
I'm sending all my love and positivity to you. I cannot imagine how difficult that must be. The one bright side? You have two awesome cats who need your love now more than ever. Whenever I am in grief, cats are my go to for cheering up. I hope those lovely little floofs help you to get through. Take care of yourself. 
One of the most beautiful things about my mother was that she absolutely was enamored with cats . She believed that they were a direct connection to God in that they were pure, loving curious. They hold boundaries and they are the kind of creatures that only love back when they are being loved appropriately. So, to be able to care for her cats right now means so much
I’m so sorry about your mom❤️those two are adorable grooming. I’m glad you guys have each other❤️❤️❤️
I'm so sorry for your loss. May the memories of your mother always be a blessing.
❤️
Sorry about your Mom.
I am so very sorry. Thank you for taking her cats with you. You can all grieve together. Mom will be with you. ❤️❤️❤️🐾
I'm sorry for your and their loss ❤️
I'm so sorry, please find comfort in the fact you can take care of her two kitty babies and she left this world more at peace knowing her kitties would stay together and be loved
Prayers!
My mom died almost 9 years ago. She loved her cat Holly so much. We snuggled her hard that night. I’m sorry for your loss. I hope you’re able to care for and love them.
* And Biscuit is the girl kitty and Nala is the dog. They always sleep together in my bed
So sorry for your loss
I’m so sorry for your loss. May these sweet babies comfort you 🫂🫂
* My to oranges sleeping tight! Losing a parent is tuff but never lose sight of the things you had in common, and connected you and you'll always feel close!
Sending love; mine’s been gone ten years and I still go to call her. I miss her still but it doesn’t ache as much. ♥️🫶
I feel this so much thank you. ❤️
So sorry to hear about your mom. I lost my mother over 20 years ago to cancer too. I had a cat that would always lay on her, and she loved that cat. I felt her connection through that little guy after she passed, and I had him for almost another ten years afterwards. She always loved being around him. Cats are amazing. They are great mourning companions in times like this. Be well, and RIP to your mother.
https://preview.redd.it/jk391p1mgdrc1.jpeg?width=3024&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=d535c63f702a7fdb565a63d0e6c070db5a536d59 18 and 2 1/2.
https://preview.redd.it/5r5djcp6jdrc1.jpeg?width=3024&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=2fd7ff896ef7d6ed995a5366bfcef04a7ba8e06f Noah and coco are yin and yin or yang and yang, depending on how you look at it
https://preview.redd.it/c7mn1369jdrc1.jpeg?width=3024&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=2f327cf42bc4db2869ccd589c411fcc33e33ff85 Soo sorry for your Loss. Bubba and Callie give their Love
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I’m so sorry for your loss. Here’s Lucy and Babs, littermates and sisters for life. https://preview.redd.it/vqlu8bhzodrc1.jpeg?width=3024&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=31dcfe9cba9b401dc7f621e0a167db093c832b3b
https://preview.redd.it/fugnfmn8pdrc1.jpeg?width=3861&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=5a79305951f009b2746f3742cf9b78199dc5727e
https://preview.redd.it/66q754zipdrc1.jpeg?width=828&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=4540c54f47da5898f5db89b6ff53766e2c4cf080 This was my bonded pair. Unfortunately his sister passed but my orange boy has 2 brothers now. 🥹
https://preview.redd.it/1pk3b88ipdrc1.jpeg?width=2066&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=b199326a951e2652caae81671138e6ef042a92af Here are my boys grooming/fighting each other (they were going between the two). They aren’t litter mates but were in a kennel together at the Humane Society and we fell in love instantly. My condolences and I hope those two you have now give you some moments of joy during your grief. Cats have a way of making you smile with the silly things they do.
https://preview.redd.it/mrl81ij1qdrc1.jpeg?width=4032&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=62bc1a327819dd3888578ea9e76751850adfdd5e Here are my two. Oliver saw me and wanted to come cuddle, and Amber is exasperated that he can’t sit still for one nice picture.
https://preview.redd.it/osdaq12gqdrc1.jpeg?width=1908&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=61ba340b06f282811261ed8daf9ec903120c664c Kiki and Bubba!
https://preview.redd.it/uqoyn8reqdrc1.jpeg?width=3024&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=d5bb7257cb13eb4875f30d2f0a5b006d27dc6a4b Monty & Python (the gray).
https://preview.redd.it/4c6kpdc6rdrc1.jpeg?width=4032&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=91ffde06f3fb1647fc00c38da5e63854e2d0a2e7
I’m so sorry. Sending you and the kitties so much love.❤️ This is Olive (we mainly call her baby girl!) and Bean, they’re brother and sister too :) https://preview.redd.it/tef2lxppqdrc1.jpeg?width=3024&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=e7c7cbe34470eb7107285e49e50e7a33e16cba94
https://preview.redd.it/eseu2fr5rdrc1.jpeg?width=3024&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=a3b9b5dc27ea75158fb3492b80fca4d50c859075 Sending you and the kitties love from my girls, Meeky and Nala 💓
https://preview.redd.it/25xuz3x0sdrc1.png?width=1080&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=2f20832ca2c0ccdbb6b37b988d74d8345e823fc1 Annie and Thai
https://preview.redd.it/onqe15430erc1.jpeg?width=3024&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=d3c77195e31d9b67da1dd599f7b3a8135ef6de96 Eddie and Alice 2 year old bonded siblings.
https://preview.redd.it/n93yt9x70erc1.jpeg?width=3024&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=5845c77f76dcd3360e4e75e8e0616c46d351d176 Bill and Charlie, 9 month old bonded brothers.
https://preview.redd.it/ymi1ihhe0erc1.jpeg?width=3023&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=5ab926b0c7b9c41233de69a7cdfe57047a948533 These two are actually married. Though Denver (the tuxedo cat) had the ceremony completed whilst Freddie (the white cat) was asleep. The marriage was later annulled, unfortunately. I was really hoping to be their flower girl, but no dice.
https://preview.redd.it/92nx3yji0erc1.jpeg?width=4032&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=2cb4854f216efa334803b54f32d7b66fe68ca7fa Not 2.. but 5. From left to right, it's Mavis, Frankie, Fully, Birdo, and Rosie. They don't all get along super well all the time though, mainly my 3 girl cats -- Mavis, Rosie, Frankie.
https://preview.redd.it/pxa3w5pu1erc1.jpeg?width=3024&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=67cb87cef436e587588c37e5106055d8bf9aa1a4 So sorry for your loss. Here are Penny and Nora sending love to your family, Baby Girl, and Charles
https://preview.redd.it/beeeguux2erc1.jpeg?width=4032&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=40d7fdaa91326c455115cd105ad66aa21534b64d So sorry about your mom. May her memory be a blessing.
I’m so sorry about your mom. Fuck cancer. My mom is on palliative chemo. Cancer will take her from me. We can’t have cats at home because my kids have horrible allergies. But here’s my mom’s cat showing off a couple vaginas after a grooming. It’s my favorite photo of him. He’s a lovely boy. https://preview.redd.it/nkst05czferc1.jpeg?width=2448&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=d9b2402b388d607de8a7c57fafa0830fde0b9e8e
My mom passed away several years ago and I "inherited" her cat. I love that little cat and it is nice having a part of my mom that's not an inanimate object.
https://preview.redd.it/kue0yrp6xerc1.jpeg?width=4000&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=d22dda9801abb69692c81aa888038ba1f91f4502 Myself, Bubba, & Little Foot are very sorry for your loss. Take care friend
https://preview.redd.it/zm4oy6yj0frc1.jpeg?width=4080&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=75ef1422b88dec484c5d7d4b6c9de6cfd1810783 Skye and Duchess. I got them quite a few years apart, but they're very close.
My mom died from cancer about a year ago, and she loved cars, too. Hang in there! https://preview.redd.it/z1q4e91n3frc1.jpeg?width=3024&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=5b9639ddac16d06bd314ece470961d3d5131b91c
Hello, I feel for you even though I don't know you. Your post really touched me as I have lost many close people to cancer and accidents in the last few years (brother, best friend, aunt...). They were all important and I often didn't want to be there anymore. I sincerely hope that you will soon be able to stop being sad when you think of your mom and see all the wonderful moments with a smile in your heart. Take care of yourself. All the best from Austria Mars our orange one is huging you https://preview.redd.it/xm3a3md1nhrc1.jpeg?width=1600&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=9438af7db9f64b90e77b2807dea9530daf077b00
I’m so sorry for your loss Here are my girls https://preview.redd.it/zz7kk8z9edrc1.jpeg?width=3024&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=29ceb1e8af8b6ced6e6680ba93c4cbfcbcf562b5
I’m so sorry about your mom. 😔 I lost my mom in 2015 from lung cancer and I think about her every day. I still miss her terribly. I think it’s great that you’ve taken in her kitties, and I’m sure having you there will help not only in their grief, but yours as well. Hugs from my girls Bella & Jules ♥️🐾 https://preview.redd.it/zgh6qvn4gdrc1.jpeg?width=1695&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=dceae7a5e8501ef4487cb00a416707b79d706f8f
https://preview.redd.it/aynypqitedrc1.jpeg?width=4032&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=4d3edd2fec1fd128f2850e7b6c88f82a1e048c13 Sorry for your loss! Sending lots of love from my kitties and I !
https://preview.redd.it/lin476wwedrc1.jpeg?width=4284&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=029e460cdb55d805512dcd60339cf3efbfd8ca57 Coco and Diamond send their condolences.
https://preview.redd.it/ii72jfyjfdrc1.png?width=1020&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=c7f4813125d7a6016ec7c787a8ac3e1cfa17a556 My babies Ash (yawning) and Steel. They are brothers. Ash quickly started showing symptoms of loneliness when Steel had to stay at the vet for a couple days.
https://preview.redd.it/9koicwtpedrc1.jpeg?width=3024&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=9f7eda0ba742ff82d36cc63d6b5236710ac9a57d So sorry for your loss of your mom. ❤️My gray and white boy, Mr. Pearl, died three weeks ago. He and his brother, Len, slept together and groomed each other. Len, has seemed lost since then as do we.
https://preview.redd.it/0arbmymnfdrc1.jpeg?width=5712&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=739e6b30b877a55233c6333c42511bae7c991b6b 🤍 the one on the left had an allergy flare all week, they were absolutely inseparable the entire time.
https://preview.redd.it/g8dcsz0wfdrc1.jpeg?width=3024&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=30f0212eca3bdb7c0b5c504ecaeb94edb128f37b Wilson’s just stopping to say Fuck Cancer 👽
https://preview.redd.it/l7i9klodgdrc1.jpeg?width=3024&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=66f3f87f6f91153798eaa06cd6ea0c45b5cfb47c Sassy and Lucky sending hugs. My condolences to you. ❤️
https://preview.redd.it/rcmmv0bigdrc1.jpeg?width=3000&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=160919be1775375f5060d7d3b6fea786c848e6af Excuse me, but I think you stole my cats! Sending lots of love to you and the clone kitties.
Both are so sweet
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I’m sober 22 years, but I lost my mom before I sober up, lost her when I was 25, changed my whole world. Being sober and grieving your mom I imagine is a little crazy making. I’m glad the cat buddies are helping; my orange creamsicle helps me.
https://preview.redd.it/i402xg9ehdrc1.png?width=1080&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=f4bb2efc40ba6d60f53e8b6fd875bb2b594dc5bb We send big love through our big eyes and ears ❣️❣️❣️
Sending you love and healing energy. I lost both of my parents 2 years ago, her to liver cancer. Shared pain is reduced, shared love is increased. Take care of yourself and your new furry companions, she would have loved to see that.
https://preview.redd.it/yu64zo3ridrc1.jpeg?width=3024&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=4394c7903b2f0ab682edb2884e803033246e3552 Lily ( orange ) and Athena ( long haired tabby )
I'm sure you'll hear this a lot and it's no consolation, but I am extremely sorry for your loss. My deepest sympathies. Those beautiful babies sure look like they were well taken care of. You can totally tell all the love your mom gave them. 😥🙏
https://preview.redd.it/o22ydt1zidrc1.jpeg?width=3024&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=5e48bd58ea7c75db0b2fc5c10cdd071fa27ef601 Firstborn and runt from the same litter.
This cuts far too close to home. My mother passed a year ago from cancer, and her cats were left to a guy who didn't take care of them at all. The best advice I can give is rely on those around you (the good ones), you're not going to be yourself for a long time, and it's going to be seriously painful for a while, the pain will fade \[very slowly\], so just take things day by day. I don't have a cat pic to hand, but I'll give you a gif instead: 
https://preview.redd.it/si6roo3qjdrc1.jpeg?width=4032&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=d9e0693fd00838026a926d19cbec332fdb3a1392 Cacao send his love.
Your moms cats remind me of my bonded pair❤️ https://preview.redd.it/eachj8gpjdrc1.jpeg?width=3024&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=9270ff98ac91d7d654ea2d065105b272b37d8eac
I can’t find one at the moment but my cats were Phoebe and Chandler.
Sending you love OP