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Re: Since You’ve Been Gone. Our Message to Gracey

Brian Bethel — Thu, 23 May 2013 18:17:36 -0000

You were so good to Gracey, Joanne. She was one of the first cats I "met" on Facebook, and I adored her "updates" here and there immensely. The work you have done in her name is powerful and profound, and the lives of cats large and small have benefited from your dedication and love. She was a beautiful little girl, one who found her own special paradise with you and Paul. Bless both of you for the work you have done and the wonderful life you gave her.

Re: Since You’ve Been Gone. Our Message to Gracey

The Island Cats — Wed, 22 May 2013 23:51:47 -0000

We are so sorry for your loss of Gracey. We send you comforting purrs and headbutts.

Re: Since You’ve Been Gone. Our Message to Gracey

BorisKitty — Wed, 22 May 2013 22:45:25 -0000

Ma human iz cryin readin dis. We will all miss our Gracie. *HUGS* to u all.

Re: Since You’ve Been Gone. Our Message to Gracey

Carolyn Schellhardt — Wed, 22 May 2013 19:08:40 -0000

There's a big hole in my heart. Although I never got to meet Gracey in person, I still felt as if I knew her because of your mom's wonderful blogs. Lazy Leopard, Big Bossy Blue Jay, the squirrels. I felt as If knew them all. Your mom and dad,too. I can just imagine how empty the house feels. It's happened to us 4 times. But you will always be with your parents, even though they cannot see you. You will be in their hearts forever. And you will be at the gates of the Bridge when it's their time to go.Bless you, Gracey. You have made so many people happy and have done so many wonderful things for your feline cousins. Be happy and play lots with your new (and old!) friends!!!

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Shadow Dance Ranch Kittehs — Wed, 22 May 2013 11:49:33 -0000

Dear Joanne and Paul, I am so sorry. These words can not express the depth of my sadness over the loss of sweet Gracey. I am heartbroken. I love her, just as if she was one of my own. Please know that you are in my thoughts and Prayers, as always. xoxoxo Elizabeth

Re: Since You’ve Been Gone. Our Message to Gracey

Robin — Wed, 22 May 2013 04:30:14 -0000

My heart is broken for your loss. I enjoyed reading of Gracey's adventures and will miss her ever mischevious stories. May you find peace in your memories of her.

Re: Since You’ve Been Gone. Our Message to Gracey

anne.smith — Wed, 22 May 2013 01:52:57 -0000

Gracie was loved and you saved her to have additional wonderful years with you. When our cats die, we feel their presence for a long time, and we often "see" them out of the corner of our eyes. In actuality, we are seeing shadows from our glasses, or eye floaters, but we take comfort in pretending that we have ghost kitties that love us so much that they want to stay with us. We like to think that they stay behind to protect us from the invisible things that cats see when they stare at the ceiling and we see nothing. We have been fortunate to always have more than one kitty to come home to, so our house has never been as empty as yours. They share our grief and demand that we keep going and continue to take care of ourselves and them.

Someone explained to me that we have to have sorrow to balance out all of the joys we have. Without the sorrow, we would not know how happy we are. The sorrow from Gracie's passing will never pass the amount of joy she gave you. I hope you will not wait too long to welcome another "Pound Kitty" into your home. New kitty will never replace Gracie ( our first one died 15 years ago, and we still miss her), but to give you love and companionship and to lead you to new adventures with a different personality and a different attitude. hugs.

Re: Since You’ve Been Gone. Our Message to Gracey

Amy Orvin — Tue, 21 May 2013 19:58:36 -0000

Joanne and Paul, my heart truly goes out to you both. I am so sorry to hear about Gracey! I will miss her too as I was always visiting your blog. I loved looking at all of her beautiful pictures. She is in God's arms now...waiting for you. Love always, Amy <3

Re: Since You’ve Been Gone. Our Message to Gracey

Reneda Cooper Baer — Tue, 21 May 2013 18:00:28 -0000

I am so sorry for your loss. It's truly devastating to lose someone you love so much. Gracey had such a positive impact on the world while she was here. She will be missed by many. You are both in my thoughts and in my prayers. May you find peace in your heart. RIP sweet Gracey.

Re: Since You’ve Been Gone. Our Message to Gracey

lisa kranick — Tue, 21 May 2013 16:58:38 -0000

Thank you so much for the love you gave us all through dear, wonderful Gracey. Were it not for Gracey, I would not be working as hard to teach people about the need to adopt and love cats with disabilities and illnesses. Gracey is my hero, and she always will be. She has not truly died, as she'll live on forever in heaven, and we will all rejoice at the reunion! One day our teas will dry up, and then we'll be glad to keep busy on behalf of cats of all kinds - for Gracey. Love and hugs - Tata<3

Re: Since You’ve Been Gone. Our Message to Gracey

Snotface Ferret — Tue, 21 May 2013 15:43:15 -0000

Hugs and Love your way Joanne and Paul - my heart is breaking with you, but smiled at the thought of her gorgeous face filled with mischief. I appreciate your gracious sharing of your life with her here and in your book.

Re: Since You’ve Been Gone. Our Message to Gracey

Malinda — Tue, 21 May 2013 15:10:46 -0000

Joanne and Paul, I am so, so sorry for your loss. Gracey will live on in your hearts, but I know that life will never be quite the same for you. Having recently lost one of my cats to CRF, I understand some of the pain you are feeling. You both are in my thoughts and prayers.

Re: Since You’ve Been Gone. Our Message to Gracey

Andrea Kenyon — Tue, 21 May 2013 14:35:28 -0000

Thank you so much for such a lovely tribute to your sweet Gracey. I've lost four of my adoptees in the last 13 months, one wee girl had been with me for 17 years. It's good to know that others also grieve as deeply over the loss of a furry friend. Bless you both, and let Gracie guide your healing process - she's watching and encouraging you with love and purrs.

Re: Since You’ve Been Gone. Our Message to Gracey

Lesley McHugh — Tue, 21 May 2013 13:44:09 -0000

Brings tears to my eyes; I feel your pain. Thank you for sharing.

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Theresa Spaid — Tue, 21 May 2013 13:39:55 -0000

I am so sorry to hear about Gracey. I have been enjoying your newsletter for the last year now. My prayers and my heart are with you. I have an 18 year old tiger boy that I am sure will be joining her in heaven soon. Thank you and Gracey for the all the great reading of your newsletters.

Re: Since You’ve Been Gone. Our Message to Gracey

Ravyn Camilla Guiliani — Tue, 21 May 2013 13:22:39 -0000

I am devastated.

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Sue Brandes — Tue, 21 May 2013 12:45:37 -0000

My thoughts and prayers are with you both. Gracey had a special place in all our hearts.

Re: Since You’ve Been Gone. Our Message to Gracey

Sue Brandes — Tue, 21 May 2013 12:43:53 -0000

I am just learning of this. I am heartbroken. My thoughts are with you both. I know I never met Gracey but; I fell in love with her the minute I saw her. What a special kitty. I will truely miss her. What a wonderful tribute.

Re: Since You’ve Been Gone. Our Message to Gracey

Connie KittyBlog — Tue, 21 May 2013 12:42:07 -0000

As much as this broke my heart, I had to get through it all. It does me so much good to hear of others and their bond with their kitties, not only to remind myself I am not the only one, but to remind myself that there are homes like this out there for the kitties I foster. All too often I am bombarded with the negative of people who do not care, It is so wonderful to be reminded that there are ones who do..

not to mention it was so wonderfully written, the imagery is so clear and the feelings come through so crisply.. It is a wonderful tribute to a wonderful kitty

Thank you for sharing.

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Raja Mitchell — Tue, 21 May 2013 12:29:31 -0000

I'm so sorry to hear about Gracey... She was a beautiful little soul and I enjoyed reading about her. She will be waiting for you at the Rainbow Bridge. Once again, I am so sorry about Gracey... Heaven is now a brighter place with this sweet angel's presence...

Re: Since You’ve Been Gone. Our Message to Gracey

carolinegolon — Tue, 21 May 2013 12:28:11 -0000

Oh, Joanne. My heart is breaking for you both. xo

Re: Since You’ve Been Gone. Our Message to Gracey

Ingrid King — Tue, 21 May 2013 06:23:04 -0000

My heart is breaking for you and Paul, and I have tears streaming down my face as I'm reading this beautiful letter to your precious girl. Know that you're in my thoughts and prayers.

Re: Since You’ve Been Gone. Our Message to Gracey

Leanne Chapman — Tue, 21 May 2013 03:30:14 -0000

So sorry for your pain and loss. She was blessed to be so loved, so many animals (and people) never experience that. We volunteer to have our hearts broken every time we take one of these amazing creatures into our homes and hearts, but it's worth it every time. I'm sure she's watching over you and maybe those little clicking claw sounds are a sign she's still around in another form :)

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WarmFuzzy's Shelter Sanctuary — Tue, 21 May 2013 01:26:27 -0000

I am so very sorry to hear that Gracey is no longer with us. She & you have been an inspiration to many. You & yours are in our thoughts & prayers at this devastating time.

Re: Since You’ve Been Gone. Our Message to Gracey

marley — Mon, 20 May 2013 22:04:42 -0000

There are simply no words for THIS!..
Since I very first met Gracey, she became for me a daily source of wonderos joy.. I could hardly wait to see what new thoughts and great adventures she is up to next and every single day. From the beginning she got right under my skin, and I have considered her a dear sweet friend ever since, as innocent as she is playful and a little mischievous, as thoughtful as she is impulsive.. :)
My heart can neither comprehend nor accept THIS! Our Gracey is always going to be with us!! Life is too tasteless, too dull otherwise, she brought color and endless joy to our days!..
.. and if surviving THIS means that from now on i'll go home every day and play with my guys a little longer, squeeze them a little harder, love them a little more.. than THIS means that your life, sweet Gracey, is and was well spent, was and still is teaching all of us how to live loving every day.
Thank you, sweet baby! I am lucky to have ever met you! And to your parents, dear Joanne and Paul: Thank you for so generously having shared your baby with us every day, and thank you for your.. grace!
I have been crying since I read your news this evening.. I cannot even begin to comprehend the immense void your daily existence has to face..
.. But the love she still fills our hearts with is real!.. and hope that by trying to let you know how different and more beautiful our lives became because of her (and you), the heavy weight you have to carry right now might ease, if only just by a bit..
Much love to you.. all. always!