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After Losing My Son At Birth This Deaf Kitten Saved Me
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After Losing My Son At Birth This Deaf Kitten Saved Me

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During the later stages of my pregnancy I was told that I would be delivering my son earlier and that he would not survive. I listened to his heartbeat all night long on the monitor and by day light the doctors and nurses were telling me to push as I refused. Nature took over and my son was born. He never took a breath.

Once I got home from the hospital I immediately went to his room. When I walked into the room, the first thing I saw was my son’s bassinet and the tears just fell. Then, to my surprise, I saw this little white kitten curled up in a little ball fast asleep in the bassinet.

A few months prior to this my cat had 4 kittens and the one curled up in the baby bed was her little boy kitten who was born deaf.

I lifted him out of the bassinet to carry him out of the baby’s room and noticed that it felt good to hold him in my arms, he was warm and didn’t resist being held at all. I carried him to my room as I was exhausted. I laid with him on the bed and started crying like I had never cried before and I fell asleep. I woke up to realize that this kitten is licking my dried tears. We had a long night that night, but I wasn’t alone and my arms were not empty.

He has followed me every day since.

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In the hardest moments of my life I made a friend that would become my rock – Mikey

During my pregnancy I was told that I would be delivering my son earlier and that he would not survive. I delivered him in the hospital not long after. He never took a breath

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When I came home, the first thing I saw was my son’s bassinet and the tears just fell. Then I saw this little white kitten sleeping in the bassinet

My cat just had 4 kittens and the one curled up in the bed was her boy kitten who was born deaf

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I laid with him on the bed and started crying like I had never cried before and I fell asleep. I woke up to realize that this kitten is licking my dried tears

That moment I knew I had to help him. I spent countless hours researching his deafness as he sat on top of my monitor

I was stepping slowly out of the darkness and with each step I took, Mikey stepped with me

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When I look at him, I don’t see a pet, I barely see a cat or an animal. What I see is this beautiful soul who chose to be my friend when I really needed one

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I became a photographer because of Mikey’s beautiful face, captivated by his loving heart

Today he is 12 years old, he has become a part of who I am. Our lives now are full of joy and laughter

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CrackrJax
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8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Aaaaaah you brought tears to my eyes!! Not even joking, I'm typing through blurry vision :) This is beautiful! He looks just like my boy. We rescued him and had him for 2 years. Unfortunately he passed away totally suddenly and without cause. But as another post says, they might be angels. I was so devastated. I have had many cats, and I love them all, but he was really special. And I lost him. I was remarkably devastated for a long time after, and he came to me in a dream, as an angel. Bright beautiful white glowing light, wings and all. He told me that he was only here for a short while, to make my life a little better! Isn't that wild! :) I have never believed that animals are angels in any way, until that dream forced me to. I still don't believe they all are, but some must be. Just like your little guy! Who is an angel to help you through the trauma of losing a baby! How so very sweet. You're also a remarkable person yourself! All the best! <3

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8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Thank you. One day, Mikey was staring out one of our windows and I was wondering what he was looking at. My then 4 year old Daughter Haley said to me in the most matter fact way "He is watching the Angels fly Mom" and then she said "Cats are the only ones who can see them"

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lunanoir69
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8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

My nephew lives with me and he is 26 and has PTSD and Autism spectrum disorder as do I. If it wasn't for his cat and my 2 cats, I don't think I would have made it this far in life, and I'm sure my nephew wouldn't have either. My cats have seen me through the death of my mother, my father, and my brother plus several friends. I'm sure animals are much, much smarter than we humans give them credit for. I'm so glad that you have your fur baby and that he helped you through a horrible time. Thank you so much for sharing your story (I also lost a baby) with all of us. Blessings to you, Jennifer!!

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8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

It was traumatic losing my son but I had time with him afterwards, to hold him to say Hello and Goodbye. It was painful but I would endure it all over again just to hold him one more time... As for Mikey, he has been by my side for 12 years now and though he may not be tall enough for me to lean on, he always seems to hold me up.

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LisaDale
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8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Totally beautiful story thank u , after I had a break down and tried to take my life my partner at the time bought home a kitten .. I see her as my first baby she didn't leave my side through such a dark time xxxx

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8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Animals have healing power for sure. After I lost my son, I wasn't sure if I could even wake up again, Mikey gave me a reason. He is my best friend.

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BrutalSun
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8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

He is gorgeous. Your pics of him are gorgeous. And your story put something in my eye.

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8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Thank you so much. I am convinced his beauty all comes from that heart of his...it just radiates from him.

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LauraFdez-PachecoÁlvarez
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8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

He's special, I can feel it. I have three beautiful friends (they are cats, but to me, they're not animals, they are real friends), two boys and 1 girl, and their souls are magical, I know it. They are always with me when I feel blue, or when I've had a bad day, when I want earth to swallow me. But then, they stand next to me, and purr, and touch my arms with their little heads, staring me, and I feel better. As Commentary Fortytwo has said: they're angels.

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8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I understand. In this crazy busy world we live in...Mikey brings me peace. Thank you.

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donegalsean
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8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I have 3 "sons" Molly, Milly and Menino, they are the sons that i never had, i Love them with all my heart and now i am not with them because i cant :( but my EX loves them just like i do and she is an Angel to them :) They are everyday in my mind and in my lips and they live in my heart!

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BiancaMay
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8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Also beautiful photos, and love your website. I try and speak out for animals a lot too

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ValerieMarcotte
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8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

These are the most beautiful cat photos I've ever see. Mikey is of course a beautiful cat, and your pictures of him are outstanding: capturing the softness, the color, the curves, the fine whiskers, the stunning eyes that are so warm..... Thank you

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AliciaStaley-Best
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8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

He is a stunning handsome cat, your story made me cry. I feel the same about my three cats, there are not so much animals are they are most perfect friends.

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CarolynJurgens
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8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

We got our little dog just after our daughter was stillborn. She died in October and he was born in September and came home with us when he was 8weeks. He has seen all of us through a very hard two years...I have never met a more gentle and loving soul. We all caught anger and he makes it go awat with his beautiful , patient , questioning gaze and velvet ears.

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KatalinBorsik-Budai
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8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Beautiful story, and amazing lovely cat. I know, not just a cat... My dear cat lived with me 17 years, and He gave my life back. (You can find a pic, about him, in my post.) I wish you many more happiness with this miracle!

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QiYuan
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8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Cats are amazing creatures. They say so little but mean so much..

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DianeWalker
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8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Animals are so loving, they save many people in many ways. I would never survive without a dog, my boy Auggie is now two and is constantly by my side.

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SharimAtilano
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8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

This made me cry and reminded of the story and me and my beautiful black cat Katzie. She passed away a couple fo years ago, but she has never left my side, there isn't a day when I don't miss her. When I was little I suffered from insomnia / bad nightmares she was the one who cured me, my constant companion.

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SusannaVesna
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8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

What a beautiful cat! Those eyes! Wishing u two all the best!

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CheryleMcCarthy
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8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Mikey is absolutely gorgeous and your pictures of him tell 1000 words. Isn't amazing when animals can understand and feel your pain more than a human ever could? I'm glad that he was there to comfort you and that you have had 12 wonderful years together...I hope you have many more.

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SusanMeade
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8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Mikey is the key to your heart and soul, as well as Mikey being exquisitely beautiful....great photography too.

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LuanneLeonard
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8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Oh what a beautiful story. I am so sorry for the loss of your child. This cat looks exactly like a little boy someone left at the end of my driveway. I called him white kitty. He was an unexpected love. Sadly he only lived for one year and I miss him terribly. He was so loving. These pictures are so nice. Thank you.

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FeraMoan
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8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

What a beautiful (and grand) cat. Best wishes to you both :)

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AnnMerritt
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8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

So true, they give us such unconditional love. He is beautiful.

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LionAngry
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8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

That's beautiful <3 animals are soothing to the heart and souls and we humans can often learn so much of them!

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8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Mikey is very beautiful. He came to comfort you and make you strong again.

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LeslieTollefson
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8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Oh Jennifer. I'm so sorry for your loss, but so glad you had a friend to be with you. I had a kitty who knew when I was sad, and he would get in my face and meow at me until I had to pay attention to him and not my misery. I truly believe they know when we need them, just like Commentary FortyTwo said below - Mikey obviously knew you needed him. :) You're both beautiful!

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JessicaWoehlke
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8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

angels are always among us, they are just in different disguises

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WendySearfossSalo
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8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

My two furkids helped me beat breast cancer ,,,they were my angels ...they have the most beautiful souls

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JennaEmens-Escalera
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8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

How beautiful. <3 I had just adopted my cat Joey a few weeks before my mother passed away suddenly and he was my little rock making me smile when I didn't want to, laying on my chest every night when we went to sleep. Cats just rule. <3

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CindyCutter
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8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Mikey is a beautiful soul indeed...clear to see in the photographs and story!

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RoseanneJames
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8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

And people say cats are cold, cats are disloyal, cats would leave your home in a heartbeat if they found somewhere better. They couldn't be more wrong could they? I've got 5 of them & even though I live on my own, I am never alone because of these adorable furry children. They give me a reason to get up in the morning & if there's one thing I am sure of it's that we all grow & evolve spiritually together, which we couldn't do apart.. I love that this gorgeous cat helped someone who was rock bottom & really in need to cope with such a devastating loss.Thank you so much for sharing your story with us <3 <3 <3

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8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

People who say those things are indeed wrong. Mikey is so in tune with me and my emotions....it's almost scary sometimes how he knows. Thank you.

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GraceInRainbows
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8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

They are always giving, never asking...I'm glad you could connect with him. Keep loving each other! :) <3

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FerlinEng
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8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Wow,what a wonderful fur friend in such a time as this. A truely heart warming story.

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VictoriaCarling
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8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Beautiful. Both your story and the pictures. You can see he's an incredibly kind and loving soul

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Melanie Marshall
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6 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

My heart feels for losing a child.. yet, my heart smiles for a place in her heart was filled by a sweet and loving Soul.. Cats can be just what our hearts need at a certain time in life.. I love how this turned out for her.. love is love xo

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AnabelleClendening
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8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

absolutely gorgoues cat though sooo beautiful. you are an amazing photographer

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AnabelleClendening
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8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

i cried alot. this is so beautiful. oh my god i will never forget this story you shared

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KellyRane
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8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Beautiful Soul, sometimes when we least expect it an old soul steps in to get us threw a hard time.

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KiraThesloth
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8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

My rescue kitty saved me when I lost my baby. He sure is an a hole but he's also my little angel. I was so alone and devastated at the time, I know I'd have died if I hadn't found a cat to love.

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AnnieLaurieBurke
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8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Sometimes, it is tragedy that opens our souls to our connection with the other animals with whom we share the planet. When we are aching and vulnerable, we drop the facade of dominance and superiority that too often, too sadly, cuts us off from the rest of the natural world. At those times, a kinship that transcends words and labels can begin to heal us. We develop a serenity and strength that we can draw on the rest of our lives.

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BiancaBechiși
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8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

beautiful story :) my mother in law has a male cat just like yours (same race - maine koon i think?? - and deaf) His name is Moulan. He is also a macho and a brave cat (he does not stay inside for long, Moulan likes very much to stay outside). He's 7 years this month, and he's great.

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DeborahSears
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8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

So, so glad you found a sweet friend to help you! They are truly gifts from heaven. What would we do without them? And your photography is BEAUTIFUL! !!

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maggiemoonbeam
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8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Since all these beautiful pictures are NOT of the same cat, I would like to know which one is Jenny's Mikey. It doesn't matter at all, I'm simply curious. You're a great photographer, Jenny -- you capture the Essence of Cat.

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PhyllisSteging
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8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

What a wonderful story and he is such a beautiful cat. You were there for each other. Can't be better than that.

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SharonHahn
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8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

What a beautiful cat and so wonderful that he became your best friend at a time in your life when you needed one. You are a great photograper - gorgeous photos of the cat!!!

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rhetorical1
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8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

So sorry for your loss. I KNOW what you have gone through. Blessings for our survival. My faith pulled me through.

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Cookie101
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8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I agree, they are such a blessing. All they want is our love and they give back so much love.

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AnnaSalerno
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8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

This tiny soul reached so deeply into your soul at exactly the right time. Every time I look into an animals eyes I see a soul. I have two cats and one rescued dog. Jennifer I am so sorry for your loss. =^..^=

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KaraBrinkmeier
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8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

The power of pets is amazing. Reading this made me think so much of my cat Spookie, who happens to be the same age as Mikey and even looks a lot like him, except that she's black. She just randomly appeared in the barn on day. Still had blue eyes. We had to feed her with an eye dropper. Grew up with her, my other remaining cat, and two boy cats. Couldn't have asked for better cats. Or pets in general. Had some pretty awesome dogs too. Glad that Mikey found you. He is gorgeous.

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KaraBrinkmeier
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8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

May I post some of these photos on my I Love Animals page on FB? They're just so beautiful.

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KaraBrinkmeier
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8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

So sweet. This whole story made me think of my Spookie, whom looks like Mikey but black and they're even the same age. She came from the barn and to this day, we still don't know who her mother was. She just appeared out of no where one day. This tiny black fluff ball who still had blue eyes. She was that young. She's one of the remaining furry loves of my life. (Lost 5 pets within 4.5 years. Both dogs and my 3 boy cats. Grew up with the cats.)

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TiffanyFowler
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8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

When I miscarried 2 babies, my white cat didn't leave my side. He provides me someone to very to, and someone to talk to that just listened. He just seemed to know I needed him.

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VickieSimmons
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8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

This profile picture is of my sweet Punkin, a rescue kitten barely able to walk when he was found abandoned by his mama. I had just moved across country after having lost the best friend I ever had. My sweet Huey, a Himalayan flame point I was given because no one wanted him. He live to be 19 years old. I believe he has come back as my Punkin so it seems, as I have raised Punkin from a bottle and she is now 6 years old. I guesswhat I am trying to say is, these sweet, perfect kittens are more to us than sometimes we even know. They get us through thick and thin with such sweet love and affection. I was never able to have children but somehow they have become my center in life. I love my baby kitties :)

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HauntedSanDiego
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8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

My grandma always said angels come in all shapes and sizes...animals included :-)

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8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

You can read the FULL story here https://www.facebook.com/notes/mikeys-house/a-friendship-is-born-mikeys-story/817579804950845 Most of it got edited out here (I didn't know they did that here)

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CrackrJax
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8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Aaaaaah you brought tears to my eyes!! Not even joking, I'm typing through blurry vision :) This is beautiful! He looks just like my boy. We rescued him and had him for 2 years. Unfortunately he passed away totally suddenly and without cause. But as another post says, they might be angels. I was so devastated. I have had many cats, and I love them all, but he was really special. And I lost him. I was remarkably devastated for a long time after, and he came to me in a dream, as an angel. Bright beautiful white glowing light, wings and all. He told me that he was only here for a short while, to make my life a little better! Isn't that wild! :) I have never believed that animals are angels in any way, until that dream forced me to. I still don't believe they all are, but some must be. Just like your little guy! Who is an angel to help you through the trauma of losing a baby! How so very sweet. You're also a remarkable person yourself! All the best! <3

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8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Thank you. One day, Mikey was staring out one of our windows and I was wondering what he was looking at. My then 4 year old Daughter Haley said to me in the most matter fact way "He is watching the Angels fly Mom" and then she said "Cats are the only ones who can see them"

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lunanoir69
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8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

My nephew lives with me and he is 26 and has PTSD and Autism spectrum disorder as do I. If it wasn't for his cat and my 2 cats, I don't think I would have made it this far in life, and I'm sure my nephew wouldn't have either. My cats have seen me through the death of my mother, my father, and my brother plus several friends. I'm sure animals are much, much smarter than we humans give them credit for. I'm so glad that you have your fur baby and that he helped you through a horrible time. Thank you so much for sharing your story (I also lost a baby) with all of us. Blessings to you, Jennifer!!

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8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

It was traumatic losing my son but I had time with him afterwards, to hold him to say Hello and Goodbye. It was painful but I would endure it all over again just to hold him one more time... As for Mikey, he has been by my side for 12 years now and though he may not be tall enough for me to lean on, he always seems to hold me up.

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LisaDale
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8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Totally beautiful story thank u , after I had a break down and tried to take my life my partner at the time bought home a kitten .. I see her as my first baby she didn't leave my side through such a dark time xxxx

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8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Animals have healing power for sure. After I lost my son, I wasn't sure if I could even wake up again, Mikey gave me a reason. He is my best friend.

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BrutalSun
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8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

He is gorgeous. Your pics of him are gorgeous. And your story put something in my eye.

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8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Thank you so much. I am convinced his beauty all comes from that heart of his...it just radiates from him.

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LauraFdez-PachecoÁlvarez
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8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

He's special, I can feel it. I have three beautiful friends (they are cats, but to me, they're not animals, they are real friends), two boys and 1 girl, and their souls are magical, I know it. They are always with me when I feel blue, or when I've had a bad day, when I want earth to swallow me. But then, they stand next to me, and purr, and touch my arms with their little heads, staring me, and I feel better. As Commentary Fortytwo has said: they're angels.

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8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I understand. In this crazy busy world we live in...Mikey brings me peace. Thank you.

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donegalsean
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8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I have 3 "sons" Molly, Milly and Menino, they are the sons that i never had, i Love them with all my heart and now i am not with them because i cant :( but my EX loves them just like i do and she is an Angel to them :) They are everyday in my mind and in my lips and they live in my heart!

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BiancaMay
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8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Also beautiful photos, and love your website. I try and speak out for animals a lot too

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ValerieMarcotte
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8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

These are the most beautiful cat photos I've ever see. Mikey is of course a beautiful cat, and your pictures of him are outstanding: capturing the softness, the color, the curves, the fine whiskers, the stunning eyes that are so warm..... Thank you

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AliciaStaley-Best
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8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

He is a stunning handsome cat, your story made me cry. I feel the same about my three cats, there are not so much animals are they are most perfect friends.

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CarolynJurgens
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8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

We got our little dog just after our daughter was stillborn. She died in October and he was born in September and came home with us when he was 8weeks. He has seen all of us through a very hard two years...I have never met a more gentle and loving soul. We all caught anger and he makes it go awat with his beautiful , patient , questioning gaze and velvet ears.

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KatalinBorsik-Budai
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8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Beautiful story, and amazing lovely cat. I know, not just a cat... My dear cat lived with me 17 years, and He gave my life back. (You can find a pic, about him, in my post.) I wish you many more happiness with this miracle!

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QiYuan
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8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Cats are amazing creatures. They say so little but mean so much..

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DianeWalker
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8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Animals are so loving, they save many people in many ways. I would never survive without a dog, my boy Auggie is now two and is constantly by my side.

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SharimAtilano
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8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

This made me cry and reminded of the story and me and my beautiful black cat Katzie. She passed away a couple fo years ago, but she has never left my side, there isn't a day when I don't miss her. When I was little I suffered from insomnia / bad nightmares she was the one who cured me, my constant companion.

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SusannaVesna
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8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

What a beautiful cat! Those eyes! Wishing u two all the best!

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CheryleMcCarthy
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8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Mikey is absolutely gorgeous and your pictures of him tell 1000 words. Isn't amazing when animals can understand and feel your pain more than a human ever could? I'm glad that he was there to comfort you and that you have had 12 wonderful years together...I hope you have many more.

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SusanMeade
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8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Mikey is the key to your heart and soul, as well as Mikey being exquisitely beautiful....great photography too.

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LuanneLeonard
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8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Oh what a beautiful story. I am so sorry for the loss of your child. This cat looks exactly like a little boy someone left at the end of my driveway. I called him white kitty. He was an unexpected love. Sadly he only lived for one year and I miss him terribly. He was so loving. These pictures are so nice. Thank you.

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FeraMoan
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8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

What a beautiful (and grand) cat. Best wishes to you both :)

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AnnMerritt
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8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

So true, they give us such unconditional love. He is beautiful.

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LionAngry
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8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

That's beautiful <3 animals are soothing to the heart and souls and we humans can often learn so much of them!

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PpJjTreecharoenwiwat
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8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Mikey is very beautiful. He came to comfort you and make you strong again.

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LeslieTollefson
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8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Oh Jennifer. I'm so sorry for your loss, but so glad you had a friend to be with you. I had a kitty who knew when I was sad, and he would get in my face and meow at me until I had to pay attention to him and not my misery. I truly believe they know when we need them, just like Commentary FortyTwo said below - Mikey obviously knew you needed him. :) You're both beautiful!

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JessicaWoehlke
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8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

angels are always among us, they are just in different disguises

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WendySearfossSalo
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8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

My two furkids helped me beat breast cancer ,,,they were my angels ...they have the most beautiful souls

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JennaEmens-Escalera
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8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

How beautiful. <3 I had just adopted my cat Joey a few weeks before my mother passed away suddenly and he was my little rock making me smile when I didn't want to, laying on my chest every night when we went to sleep. Cats just rule. <3

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CindyCutter
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8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Mikey is a beautiful soul indeed...clear to see in the photographs and story!

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RoseanneJames
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8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

And people say cats are cold, cats are disloyal, cats would leave your home in a heartbeat if they found somewhere better. They couldn't be more wrong could they? I've got 5 of them & even though I live on my own, I am never alone because of these adorable furry children. They give me a reason to get up in the morning & if there's one thing I am sure of it's that we all grow & evolve spiritually together, which we couldn't do apart.. I love that this gorgeous cat helped someone who was rock bottom & really in need to cope with such a devastating loss.Thank you so much for sharing your story with us <3 <3 <3

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8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

People who say those things are indeed wrong. Mikey is so in tune with me and my emotions....it's almost scary sometimes how he knows. Thank you.

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GraceInRainbows
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8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

They are always giving, never asking...I'm glad you could connect with him. Keep loving each other! :) <3

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FerlinEng
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8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Wow,what a wonderful fur friend in such a time as this. A truely heart warming story.

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VictoriaCarling
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8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Beautiful. Both your story and the pictures. You can see he's an incredibly kind and loving soul

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Melanie Marshall
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6 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

My heart feels for losing a child.. yet, my heart smiles for a place in her heart was filled by a sweet and loving Soul.. Cats can be just what our hearts need at a certain time in life.. I love how this turned out for her.. love is love xo

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AnabelleClendening
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8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

absolutely gorgoues cat though sooo beautiful. you are an amazing photographer

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AnabelleClendening
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8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

i cried alot. this is so beautiful. oh my god i will never forget this story you shared

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KellyRane
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8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Beautiful Soul, sometimes when we least expect it an old soul steps in to get us threw a hard time.

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KiraThesloth
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8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

My rescue kitty saved me when I lost my baby. He sure is an a hole but he's also my little angel. I was so alone and devastated at the time, I know I'd have died if I hadn't found a cat to love.

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AnnieLaurieBurke
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8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Sometimes, it is tragedy that opens our souls to our connection with the other animals with whom we share the planet. When we are aching and vulnerable, we drop the facade of dominance and superiority that too often, too sadly, cuts us off from the rest of the natural world. At those times, a kinship that transcends words and labels can begin to heal us. We develop a serenity and strength that we can draw on the rest of our lives.

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BiancaBechiși
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8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

beautiful story :) my mother in law has a male cat just like yours (same race - maine koon i think?? - and deaf) His name is Moulan. He is also a macho and a brave cat (he does not stay inside for long, Moulan likes very much to stay outside). He's 7 years this month, and he's great.

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DeborahSears
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8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

So, so glad you found a sweet friend to help you! They are truly gifts from heaven. What would we do without them? And your photography is BEAUTIFUL! !!

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maggiemoonbeam
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8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Since all these beautiful pictures are NOT of the same cat, I would like to know which one is Jenny's Mikey. It doesn't matter at all, I'm simply curious. You're a great photographer, Jenny -- you capture the Essence of Cat.

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PhyllisSteging
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8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

What a wonderful story and he is such a beautiful cat. You were there for each other. Can't be better than that.

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SharonHahn
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8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

What a beautiful cat and so wonderful that he became your best friend at a time in your life when you needed one. You are a great photograper - gorgeous photos of the cat!!!

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rhetorical1
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8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

So sorry for your loss. I KNOW what you have gone through. Blessings for our survival. My faith pulled me through.

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Cookie101
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8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I agree, they are such a blessing. All they want is our love and they give back so much love.

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AnnaSalerno
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8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

This tiny soul reached so deeply into your soul at exactly the right time. Every time I look into an animals eyes I see a soul. I have two cats and one rescued dog. Jennifer I am so sorry for your loss. =^..^=

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KaraBrinkmeier
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8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

The power of pets is amazing. Reading this made me think so much of my cat Spookie, who happens to be the same age as Mikey and even looks a lot like him, except that she's black. She just randomly appeared in the barn on day. Still had blue eyes. We had to feed her with an eye dropper. Grew up with her, my other remaining cat, and two boy cats. Couldn't have asked for better cats. Or pets in general. Had some pretty awesome dogs too. Glad that Mikey found you. He is gorgeous.

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KaraBrinkmeier
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8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

May I post some of these photos on my I Love Animals page on FB? They're just so beautiful.

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KaraBrinkmeier
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8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

So sweet. This whole story made me think of my Spookie, whom looks like Mikey but black and they're even the same age. She came from the barn and to this day, we still don't know who her mother was. She just appeared out of no where one day. This tiny black fluff ball who still had blue eyes. She was that young. She's one of the remaining furry loves of my life. (Lost 5 pets within 4.5 years. Both dogs and my 3 boy cats. Grew up with the cats.)

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TiffanyFowler
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8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

When I miscarried 2 babies, my white cat didn't leave my side. He provides me someone to very to, and someone to talk to that just listened. He just seemed to know I needed him.

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VickieSimmons
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8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

This profile picture is of my sweet Punkin, a rescue kitten barely able to walk when he was found abandoned by his mama. I had just moved across country after having lost the best friend I ever had. My sweet Huey, a Himalayan flame point I was given because no one wanted him. He live to be 19 years old. I believe he has come back as my Punkin so it seems, as I have raised Punkin from a bottle and she is now 6 years old. I guesswhat I am trying to say is, these sweet, perfect kittens are more to us than sometimes we even know. They get us through thick and thin with such sweet love and affection. I was never able to have children but somehow they have become my center in life. I love my baby kitties :)

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HauntedSanDiego
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8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

My grandma always said angels come in all shapes and sizes...animals included :-)

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8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

You can read the FULL story here https://www.facebook.com/notes/mikeys-house/a-friendship-is-born-mikeys-story/817579804950845 Most of it got edited out here (I didn't know they did that here)

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