All of us animal lovers know EXACTLY what Jackson Galaxy is feeling...and we are going along on the ride with him because each time...each event, each sacred moment like this, is important. 💛💛💛😽💫✨
Thank you so much for sharing your journey with Caroline, yes you were very lucky to have her but, she was the lucky one. Grief is hard but we all must go through it in our own way, its😢hard to let go, I'm still grieving over my precious Emily that I lost to cancer over 2 years ago, there's always that one special cat that will always be with you. Rest in peace Caroline and say Hi to Emily for me. ❤❤
Oh kiddo, this is heart wrenching. She was an amazing gift to have Caroline in you life. Thank you for honoring us to accompany you on this journey with her.
I lost my beautiful companion cat 4 days ago. Watching this broke my heart all over again, but not for me, for Jackson and his incredible love for all his animals. Jackson I’m so glad you documented this, please don’t regret it or beat yourself up over the what ifs. I know this was a while ago for you but I also know the pain never really goes away when we think of their memories with us. Thank you for this difficult thing you did by recording your journey with grief, you have no idea the comfort I feel now by watching these videos. God bless you ❤
I lost my dog 6 months ago, the best friend I ever had. I didn't know I could love an animal that much until I had him. He had 15yrs of the best life I could give him, & he gave so much to me. I adopted a 5 month old cat a month ago, so I'm a new subscriber. I believe our pets will greet us in heaven, with their new bodies.
Welcome to the club. I had two dogs, lost them at the age 12 and 13, and thought I would never have pets again 💔 But a year after I started volunteering in the animal shelter, and eventually adapted two cats from there. They are so great, but I’m listening to Jason, reading your story now and crying again.. Thanks for sharing, life is going on…
We had to say goodbye to our beautiful 14 year old border collie six months ago. Like you, I never knew it was possible to feel so much pain and grieve so deeply over an animal. We realised we could never replace her and didn't want another dog. She was my partner's dog originally, I am more of a cat person. Two weeks ago my partner bought me a kitten. Tabitha has brought joy to our lives again and we are now able to speak about Millie without feeling just sadness. Part of me dreads that some day, hopefully many many years from now, I'll have to go through that pain again. Both of us have sensed Millie in the house since she passed. A glimpse caught out of the corner of your eye or tickety-tackety footsteps in the hallway. There is a wee shrine in the garden, and she will live forever in our hearts and memories. I'm going to treasure every day that we are blessed with Tabitha in our lives.
I don’t even know how to write this message properly because as I watch this video and share this moment with you and others on this platform, Jackson, I am sobbing. Your love for Caroline really shines through. You and Minoo and the rest of your family have been such a joy in my life the last few years, especially in the last 8 months. As you grieve, I grieve. Caroline’s birthday is the day after I lost my 12 year old tuxie girl. She was beautiful, so so loving and always wanted to be near me. She is in my thoughts every single day and I still haven’t gotten over her. My god, how I want to give you all hugs through the screen.💐🫂❤ Sending my deepest condolences and all my love to your family.
At 70 I have lost dogs, cats, ducks, hamsters, gerbils. Grandparents, parents, aunts and uncles and more. I would not trade the pain to have not loved and have been loved in many different ways by all
@@irened. I love the Winnie the poo quote, how lucky I am to have something that makes saying goodbye so hard. It reminds me the best parts of my life, have been spent with the humans and animals I’ve loved so so much. I’m pretty fkn lucky xox hope you feel that way too cause … regardless as long as you do, you do you and us animal and human loving people will do us ❤
I cried all the way through this video and am still crying. I am losing my husband’s kitty from a mass around her pancreas and diabetes. I lost my husband 4 years ago and my heart is so broken 💔 and now I am losing her. 😢😢 She, Button, has become so devoted to me and I love her so much ❤❤. She is too frail to treat her with radiation, chemotherapy, or surgery so I have her on animal hospice. I feed her anything she wants and any time, including 3 or 4 times during the night. I don’t know how long I will have her so I will continue to give her the best I can. ❤❤😻😻💕💕I pray God will have mercy on all His animals. They give so much and so many don’t have homes and love. 💗 I❤💕😻
I'm so sorry Sweetheart. Just remember, when it happens--and you are parted--the parting will be only temporary. She will go to be with your husband...and they will wait together, and watch over you ♥
I am sorry you are going through such pain. I just wanted to extend a little kindness and wishes of care as you navigate Button's transition and the previous loss of your husband. May support and ease find their way to you and may light land in your heart on the darkest days.
My heart goes out to you. You probably won’t see my post on here but my Twinkle came to me at a time I needed the love and company after loosing my mum suddenly and too soon. I had to watch Twinkle decline from terminal illness for 2 months and it was so hard. So I feel what you’re going through. When she goes she will be welcomed by your husband, and take comfort that you are doing all you are for the final stage of her life. Best wishes to you.
Please don't ever take this down. As I listen to you I have tears rolling down my cheeks as I look at photos of my little man, my beautiful boy. Giving them a good trip over the rainbow is a gift to us and them
Thank you for this video. They are only with us for a while but the lovely memories stay with us for ever. I love all my cats even the feral cats we feed every night even if they don’t let us touch them. Thank you again you are a great person.
Thank you Jackson for sharing Caroline with us. If you are old enough ( I am 71) you have had this experience multiple times during your life. It never gets easy, never! We have to do this for them because they loved us, trusted us and we them. Cats, dogs and bunnies. They are waiting for us ❤ Caroline🙏🌈💖
@@tracygarrett3952As long as you have a place for them to go if you pass early, I think you should get another. There are so many in need and you need the love too. 😢
@@tracygarrett3952 I am 72, and have had cats all my life. In the past couple of years I have lost my last 2 cats, both seniors, beautiful wonderful girls. As lonely as it is without a cat to love--I have decided not to get another. The reason is that my health---although not terrible--is not the greatest either. I am sure I would not outlive another cat, and one of my greatest fears would be abandoning one by my own death--and the cat would have to spend the remainder of his/her life grieving in a shelter. I have resigned myself to spending my last days alone....but look forward to seeing all my loves again one day ♥
@@dragonfly9209 Have you considered adopting a senior cat that already doesn't have much of a chance at being adopted? You could contribute a few good years for them. 🐈🐈⬛☺
This is PERFECT to leave up. Forever. I lost my soul cat, Huckleberry, on November 10th, to sinus cancer. Like you and Caroline, the caregiving was intense but such a blessing to be able to honor him by doing so. We scheduled and cancelled his euth three times as he kept saying it wasn't time - despite the now visible tumor swelling his face. He would still trill and talk and chatter and watch bird TV. He would still come to snuggle every single time we sat down. He snuggled his best friend and played with his other kitty friend. On the night before our final goodbye, he was resting in his favorite place and he just looked kind of over it. Like he was existing. We knew it was time. He LOVED going to the vet, this social kitty, so it wasn't a hard thing in that respect to have to take him there. He looked all around in the car and was so freaking cute! I wish I could show a photo on here. He said hi to the vet techs and then went and put himself on a chair. I held him, then they made him sleepy, and when we said it was ok, his favorite vet came in to do the injection. Then I held him a long time afterwards. I made my husband take photos of me and Huck and the process, and they bring tears but also memories of how peaceful it was and how lucky we were, to be loved by him. Our Huckleberry, found at less than a pound on Thanksgiving, 2010, in an egress window well full of snow. He lost some paw pad layers and the tip of his tail to frostbite. But he grew to be a huge 19# bundle of the most unique personality ever. And from the day he was found to the day he transitioned to Heaven, he knew nothing but pure love. And so did we. It is always worth it to love deeply, even when it hurts like hades to have to say goodbye.
I am so sorry. I too lost my baby Tigerlily almost the same time as you, on November 12th due to cancer as well. She was 12 and a half and had been my rock through extremely hard times. This video and reading these comments is helping with the grieving process. It still hurts, but it does get easier. Take care 🫶🏻
When I lost one of my cats in 1990, I felt her presence several times. I thought I was going crazy with grief but she really did visit me. One day I was washing dishes by the sink and I felt that familiar “figure 8” around my ankles. I thought it was her then I looked down and remembered she was gone. Another time I was laying in bed reading and I felt her jump on the bed. I looked over and told her I loved her and missed her. Your Caroline knew how much she was loved and your hearts are forever entwined. ❤🙏💐🐈
Anyone who has suffered a profound loss knows this feeling. We absolutely know you are not trying to talk yourself into gratitude. As you said in this video, you are settling into a moment. It comes with immense processing of conflicting emotions and feelings. Sending love, Jackson. I have a soul cat who is 14 years old this year. I have anticipatory anxiety around him every single day. You've helped me with my cats for years, and this sweet series dedicated to Caroline is no different. Thank you for sharing. Thank you for being vulnerable. We love you Caroline. ❤
Sorry for your loss. I'm crying my eyes out. My cocker spaniel girl is 13 yrs old, Lady is old but is doing ok. I'm so aware that her yrs are limited.❤❤❤ Be comforted by God!
Crying. My sweet tuxedo kitty soul cat turned 14 last May. Diagnosed with lymphoma the same month. Three and a half months later, we had to say goodbye. Missing him so much. Thank you for your nice comment. 😻😿❤😻❤
@@donnavorce8856 some pets really find their way to you. Perhaps in every lifetime. ♥️♥️♥️ I truly believe this. I can't remember where I heard that term but it spoke to me on every level. I feel you ♥️
@@haydeetorres3602Lady is so lucky to have found you, and how lovely it is that you still have time left. They're all angels of course, but some of them really wear it on their sleeve. Cherish your days with sweet Lady! ♥️
Thank you so very much for sharing this journey. On Monday, April 15, 2024, we had to let our 15 year old Gracie go, after about 3 months of weight and muscle loss (probable cancer per the Vet). I was with her through her final moments. I know she is no longer in pain, has a healthy body, and I am certain she knew she is so loved and will be greatly missed. I took a final picture of her at the Vets office while she was looking outside. Looking more herself in that moment than she had in a while. So I thank you for sharing your journey, helping US through our journey. ❤
Beautiful story about your beautiful sweet Caroline ❤❤ I just lost my cat too in January so this story really confirms and helps me feel that I too did the right thing for my 🐈 You are the cat expert with a lot of compassion ❤️🩹
DO NOT TAKE THIS DOWN!!!! This video found me when I most needed it. We had to put down our beloved Bean yesterday. I am 51 years old, and this is the most difficult thing I’ve ever faced. He was so very special; a gentle giant; a knowing soul; my hero forever… Your vulnerability touched me, and has extended a much-needed hand to a deeply grieving heart. Thank you and thank Caroline. Sending love, comfort and good vibes to you and yours at this incredibly emotional time. ♥️
I found my sweet baby Chloe dead on March 16th. I'm still devastated at the sudden loss & cry often, but I wouldn't give up the time I had with her to not feel the loss. I'll miss her forever, but I'll always treasure the time I had with her. So I feel your loss truly.
My beloved Miranda, a rescue, was 19 years old and one of the things I credited for her longevity was getting her teeth cleaned once a year, Took her in and when they tried to clean the first tooth, it fell out. Immediately they began tests, and between that and the biopsy results 48 hours later, Miranda began to say goodbye. She jumped up and cuddled, then got down on the floor and crept a few steps at a time then rested. Panicked, I called the vet. I swear, my vet is a saint. She said to come in first thing in the morning, but then at 3:00am my phone rang. It was my vet. She said couldn't sleep because she couldn't stop thinking about my kitty. She offered to open up the clinic right then, and an hour or so later, I was able to hold Miranda and sing her our special song when she went to sleep. Our feelings of grief unite us as humans, and despite our sadness we become a loving community in these times. There are times at night when I seem to feel a phantom bump on the mattress, and know it's Miranda. I've had many cats since, all special in their own ways, but Miranda taught me as much as the end as she taught me before it.
Man… this sent me in tears. (Lost my doggo December of last year, didn’t expect to be tearing up and lightly crying now. But, here we are-) Sorry for your loss.. ♥️
@@MichelleNyxRaymondI am so sorry you lost your dog. But aren't we fortunate to be able to turn to those who understand, and don't just say, "But it was just a cat/dog/ferret" etc.?
I didn’t believe in spirits until I lost my first kitty to renal failure. I saw her spirit leave. Then 2 years later, when my second cat also died of renal failure, his spirit stayed with me. He was my protector while he was alive. I would see his spirit around corners. I’d catch a glimpse of him in the cupboard where he used to love sitting. One day I told him I was safe and he didn’t have to protect me anymore. I told him he could be at peace. I haven’t seen him since. Sometimes their energy lingers to make sure we’re ok. Thank Caroline for checking on you. She loves you and couldn’t quite leave you yet
My daughter saw our cat years ago after she died. She said she looked really happy. How do you feel or know your cats are still there? Thank you for sharing this.
@@cherylw6142 Remus, the one I mentioned, had a certain feel when he jumped on the bed. I still feel it sometimes and I look and there’s no cat. He had an uncanny ability to sense my emotions and he’d lay on me when I was upset, sometimes I still feel that weight. Cats possess a special energy and sometimes that energy still lingers. Sometimes it’s a stray whisker that shows up that could only be theirs. Sometimes, you could swear you saw them dart around the corner. Sometimes, a photo you haven’t thought of in years will show up of them. I think all of these are them caring from beyond. And sometimes, they’re ready for what’s next. They know that their job here is complete. And other times, they send you your next kitty. My first cat sent me my second cat. They couldn’t be more opposite. I stressed everyday for my first kitty to eat. She sent me my kitty, potato. She’s food obsessed and wakes me for food everyday. She’s loud and sassy but she has bright blue eyes like ivy and she loves Ivy’s heating pad. I hope this answer makes sense and helps you have peace.
Thank you, Jackson. I found out my senior kitty, Evelyn, had high grade lymphoma at the same time you got Caroline's diagnosis. Evelyn said goodbye to me on February 9. Just two short weeks after finding out she had cancer. As I carried her into the vet's office, the rain clouds parted and a beam of sunshine came down and shone right on her face. We stood there for a moment and soaked up her last rays of sun before sending her off to a better place. Your videos have helped me to process what was happening and reassured me I made the right choice to say goodbye when I did.
Im unable to watch your video entirely, it hurts too much. my Maggie, also a calico, died of old age, in my arms in november, and it still hurts so much. but what a beautiful life she had! maybe Caroline and her are playing together in cat paradise :) hugs to you, and thanks for all the great vids, i just adopted Dali, a tortoise hair of 1 year old and so full of energy, she will get a great life thanks to all this knowledge you are sharing, thanks again, love on you!
Oh Jackson. Two things; One, it has been incredibly brave of you to share this journey through disease and grief, and thank you for doing it. Second, Yes, it is worth EVERY second! Peace, love, light and healing to you and all.
Oh my, my heart breaks for you both. We just did almost the same experience on 8/11/23 at 1:33 pm. My heart shattered for a second time. There is absolutely nothing any of us can say to help lesson the pain you are going thru. 😢 💔 How lucky are you to have loved something that makes saying goodbye so hard. - Winnie Pooh
Thank you so much for your brave candor and sharing the love of Caroline that is so palpable, Jackson! My baby, Ellie, has intestinal cancer and just turned 14 in March. My wonderful acupuncturist here in Houston, Dr. Rachel Addleman, is taking great care of her. I am spending as much time as possible with her and have consciously slowed down the rest of my outer life. Ellie's son,Thomas was 10 yrs when he died, after receiving acupuncture which prolonged his life significantly. Thankfully, her daughter Beauty, now 13yrs, is healthy and well. It's so hard to let them go, but as you say, we are so very lucky to have them with us sharing unconditional love. In the moment, being present, with open hearts. What a gift! ❤😸🙏
I watched this video snuggling my 16 old tuxedo lady, and glancing at my 2yrs old calico . Both strays, both happened as miracles in my life. And I am crying for your loss and for the joy of your journey with Caroline. Crying also for my ladies - for the sad anticipation whenever it will be and for the joy of our journey. A big hug to You, Minoo and your family. Caroline might had passed once, but she was born many times. With her kitty mom, with her rescue, with her foster, with all the challenges of stray health conditions, with you, with Minoo, and with the ultimate fate she managed to challenge, with you help. An gigantic hug to you all. And to all that have to pass those moments. We truly are grateful for all the time given with them! ❤
I am grateful for this video... Thank you Caroline, and Jackson, and Mino for sharing with us (me). I recently lost my(human) friend Scott to leukemia. He lasted about 3 months after diagnosis. I really miss him. But what I wanted to say is that sharing your raw emotion is helping me deal with my grief too. The cats are as much a part of us as anyone. Friends are friends. Loss is devastating. And beautiful. Thank you. Thank you.
Oh goodness, who isn't crying. Soooooo sad for you, but happy too, Caroline is Home but also with you all. Thank you so much for sharing this journey xxxxxxx God bless you ❤❤❤❤
Chester's 16th birthday would have been March 20. I lost him at the end of January. I feel what you're feeling all over again. His passing was peaceful, here at home, and his pain was ended. The moment of relief was the hardest to reconcile as was the guilt at times, but I'm relieved to know that neither was an anomaly. We carry on. I will remember him always as a perfect, little black man who was my shadow, and who I miss terribly. But we carry on. Thank you for sharing this intimate, sad, and perfectly human journey.
Thanks for sharing about your precious Caroline. You are truly a wonderful person. I have learned a lot about cats from watching your videos. You have a way of putting life with cats into perspective. Cats are great friends to have in this life. May you always be blessed by the love of a cat.
The memories are real, the grief is real, the gratitude is real. And those moments when you could swear you caught sight of their tail around a corner or heard their voice, those are real too. They are letting us know they are present and patiently waiting. This must have been so hard, thank you for sharing.❤🩹
Jackson, I am so sorry for the loss of Caroline. THANK YOU for posting this beautiful video and showing your grief. It is helpful for those of us who have experienced loss. I kept breaking down in tears while watching this thinking about my own two babies I said goodbye to in 2022. One left us in April and her sister the next month in May. They were just about to turn 19 and 20. We had the most wonderful adventures together. Through that experience I discovered that the amount of love I had for them was equal to the amount of pain I felt when they left. If that makes sense. My pain went deep. It was hard. It still is. Now I feel their spirit all around. We swore we’d never get another cat to avoid that pain again. But there is nothing like feline energy in the house and we missed it. Now we have two rascal boys who are in love with each other (one from the shelter and the other from a foster). I believe my two beloved cats sent them to us. We have so much more love to give. In my imagination, perhaps all our departed cats are with Caroline playfully chasing each other around in fields of lush grass and lying in patches of warm sun ☀️ 🐱
Thank you for sharing. In 2018 i lost both my mom and my amazing furbaby Cuddle-socks. I closed myself off to everyone for awhile and I don't think I let the grieving process happen. Watching you go through this journey helped me let go. I now have a beautiful new furbaby Dusty-Noel. She follows me around everywhere I go in my apartment. I feel your pain 😞. May Heavenly Father comfort you and your family in your time of grief 🙏.
Jackson, my 15 yr old cat, Cookie who died in 2012, did the same thing. On the last day of her life, she took one last wobbly stroll around HER backyard, stopping briefly in all her favorite spots. Then she came in, and I held her in my lap for a good half hour. She began to have a seizure, and I rushed to the vet. (She was dying of kidney disease, had been sick a couple months.) She went to heaven that day. She was an in and out cat, loved by many neighbors and their children. She always waited with them at the schoolbus stop in front of our house. I miss her to this day and the pain of losing her is as fresh today as if it were yesterday. Cats are special creatures indeed. I truly believe their spirits come back to visit. We often hear the tinkle of Cookie's collar from time to time. None of our 3 cats wear collars. Listen for Caroline, you might feel her jump up on your bed or the tinkle of a toy or bell on her collar. God bless you. My heart goes out to you. Just keep on loving those cats.
Our sweet schnauzer died in 2022. He came around a lot for several months. He has even slept with me a few times. We still see him around. We all had such a strong bond and deep love.❤
Thank you for this journal. As much as it hurts to relive all my past cats and how they passed, it also brings Joy of their memory. I am wrenchingly crying right now, I feel your pain and we living mine. But they will watch over us, make no mistake.
I just looked over at Ozzy my cockatiel playing with a random piece of cardboard and smiling. He's noisy, chucks food all over the floor, poops everywhere, and chews everything I own. But the hard work I do to keep him happy and healthy, the money etc is so so worth it! He's my best friend, my companion and my reason to get out of bed every morning. With my mental health issues I wouldn't function without him or with any animal in my life. He makes me laugh every day. RIP Sweet Caroline. Love to you all xxx
Thank you Jackson again and again for posting this. This is all so beautiful and we who have a deep love for our felines can fully appreciate this time that you're going through. We are grieving with you.❤
NEVER take this down. Your depth of love and grief for Caroline is BEAUTIFUL and nothing to be ashamed of. I recently lost my beloved Cinnamon to throat cancer on Valentine's Day (with roses) and went through the exact same process of gut-wrenching anticipatory grief, empathy, regrets, conflicting emotions, and profound gratitude for all the joy and love she brought to my life. I understand a bond and a grief so deep they defy description. You've shown the world just how deep love for an animal can be. Jackson, through your tears, candor, and vulnerability you've also shown the world the BEST of you. Gosh, when you express yourself, you sound just like me. We think and feel alike. My heart goes out to you.
Thank you for these videos. I started watching them shortly after finding about my Moglee's cancer. He passed a few days ago and I'm broken inside. 14 years wasn't long enough. I miss my buddy. Thank you for giving me some sort of road map. All our situations are different, however you gave me a place to start and I Thank you tremendously ❤
I had my own Caroline. Her name was Baby. We took over for a cousin that moved and could not keep her - at the same time we were looking for a cat boss. She came into our lives and left 1 1/2 years later. Mouth cancer. She lived her best cat life and just like Caroline, left when she was ready. My 16yr old was heartbroken as were we all. Hugs to you and wife and family. Good news, at the 9 month mark after Baby left us, we got chosen by a local feral Tortie. After we chose to let her in for good, we discovered she was pregnant. We now have 6 mouths to fee, Mama included. 3 have been claimed and we might just keep the other 2. This was a blessing. They are 3 weeks now, and thriving. We don't forget Baby. We named the Mama "MeeChee". We have a long life with her since she's only 1 yr old. Next month and a half, she'll go to the vet and get fixed and vaccinated. For now, she's a happy little Mama!
Jackson, thank you so much for including us in this sacred journey. You have honored Caroline in a way that helps all of us. In loving animals, we are part of a global community. The world is better, brighter, kinder and more loving because we love animals. To know that when we are grieving the loss of an animal companion we have love and support from so many other people is a precious gift. Love to you, Minoo, Caroline, and all of your animal family. Thank you for being the amazing person that you are.
Man, just know that this cat KNEW she was being loved. She had everything you can offer: food, shelter, passion and love. Everything was there. She knew. She felt your love. I hope this thought can help you just a little bit. Take your time to grieve. I'm sorry for that loss. I'm afraid that one day I'll have to face the day my mini panther will be gone, too. Thank you for doing everything you could. Goodbyes are always hard and they suck
I watched all 8 episodes and was so touched by your compassion and love for Caroline. I’ve been through these journeys myself and feel your feelings. Caroline was a beautiful cat. May she rest in peace ❤️
Please don't take this beautiful sharing down. I have made that profound journey many times with beloved companions. Each one, each time is unforgettable and miraculous and beautiful. Along with grief that never goes away, there is abiding gratitude as well. My heart goes out to you and your wife.
I don't have the words to tell you how sorry I am for the loss of your furbaby. Thank you for allowing us to go along with you on this journey. Sending love to you and your family.❤❤❤❤
Thank you Jackson for sharing your beautiful Caroline's life with us. You brought me to the moment. With my losses of fut children, I'd stuff the pain. Since lately and watching Caroline's story, I couldn't stop crying for you and rwalizing the loss of my Tina. Keeps on hurting. My Tina was 17 yrs, a month and 10 days old. She also was a rescue. We all grieve with you in a very painful loss. We love you!!
Dear Jackson and Minoo, my heart cries with you, for the loss of sweet Caroline, and for the loss of my fur babies that shared their sweet lives with me. Thank you from the bottom of my heart for sharing this journey with us. It has taught me to be more in the moment with my little furball. I send you love, light and peace. Rest in peace Caroline. ❤
I know your Caroline chronicles is helping others to know how to deal with grief and loss and to embrace the uncomfortable emotions that comes with grief. Thank you Jackson for your courage, boldness and great compassion in doing this. Praying continually for you to keep moving through the grief. Blessings to you and your family. ❤️🙏✝️🌹🌺🦋
I had my cat for 13.5 years. Those were some of the best years of my life because she added so much. She was a great little girl & I still miss her! I could go on & on about her, but I don't have time right now. All I can say is this; Jackson, I understand what you're feeling because I went through the same thing when my cat died. Remember the good times & go back to them to make you smile. Give yourself time & space to grieve. Don't lose her pictures. Show them to others when you talk about her. When you cried on this video, so did I. Caroline is a beautiful girl! It was a blessing to have her in your life!
I am sobbing só much. My heart is breaking for you. Sir , I live in South Africa. I have already buried my cat soul mate in my garden. At this moment I am giving a rescue cat a forever home. She is 12 years old and I am pursponing much needed operations because I cannot leave her. I have no children and a widow for 35 year. 18:34 . I can only ask GOD to make me strong so that I can out live my Soekie.
I am praying for you now that Jesus will heal you and that you will be able to live long to take care of your rescue cat. I wish I was there to give you a hug or to help you in your surgery. I pray the Lord blesses you with someone who can help you so you can get your surgery. You are so greatly loved by Jesus & I love you too. I'm in Florida and I so wish I could help you. I will keep praying for you. Much, much love to you.❤
Oh, Jackson, thank you for sharing. After 2.5 yrs I still miss my kitty. He was 18 yrs old. We shared a most wonderful journey together. Your fur-baby was beautiful and you'll always love her. God bless you. She's crossed the Rainbow Bridge. Is happy, yet watches over you. You need not apologize for your emotions. You loved her, that love is soul deep. The level of emotions shows she did her job while part of your life; deep unconditional love.
Such a beautiful way to share the life and death of your friend; such a beautiful tribute to her little 'soul'. My little buddy Hobo is near his 19 years of life's end on earth with a battle lost to hyper-thyroid condition and I must say his passing is tearing the fabric of my heart. Thank YOU for bringing clarity of grief through death, by bringing clarity and purpose of a life well lived and Loved: Caroline's
What a profound and beautiful story! Thank you from the bottom of our hearts. Please never erase this because everyone can learn from this, and learn how important love is. There can be no love without loss...light without darkness, etc. We send our love because you are one of the most loving people we've ever seen. Caroline is still in the moment...and joyful as can be. Her presence will always be with you! God bless you and your family.
Thank you, Jackson, for allowing us to share in your vulnerability. Caroline was beautiful and it's obvious the love you and Minoo shared with her was mutual. 💜 I said goodbye to my almost 16 y/o last April and I still miss her, cry, rewatch the myriad of videos on my phone, of her. I volunteered at a cat rescue awhile after, and ended up with another foster-to-adopt. We always have room in our hearts for another beautiful animal companion; never stop loving the former. They are truly magical creatures in how much they are in tune with our emotions and you're so right that we never regret sharing our lives with them, and are grateful they accepted us as part of their family. 💜🙏🏻 Hugs to you and Minoo. 🤗💜Love, Light and Mojo to the spirit of Caroline. 😽🐈🐾
Jackson, thank you for bravely sharing Caroline's story. Your openness helps so many of us navigating similar heartaches. Please don't remove your content; it's a lifeline for those grieving and it educates others about the profound pain of losing a beloved pet. I recently had to say goodbye to my own feline companion, and I understand the pain all too well. In addition to grief, I have to face people (even siblings!) who trivialize my pain and tell me to get over it. They don't understand. Our fur babies are family, and the bond we share is irreplaceable. I often see or get signs of my cat's presence, reassuring me that our connection transcends physical boundaries. I'm sure it's sweet Caroline you felt you saw. Sending love and healing your way. ❤🙏😺🌈
I am so sorry to hear about Caroline's passing. Losing a loved pet is so hard, the emotions and everything you go through and deal with. I am sure she was very happy in that moment with you by her side. My girl passed while I was in the bath and I will never lose the guilt of not being there when that moment came. We all know it gets easier as time goes by but in these moments of grief, remember the good times and how much she loved you.
Absolutely precious. Thank you. I'm struggling with the loss of my big beautiful orange kitty Luca and you sharing gave me licence to feel just as much grief as it's in my just. Love you dearly. It really helps me seeing the master show his truth.
I am so sorry for your loss. I had to help my 13 year old sweet cat Honey cross the rainbow bridge yesterday. The pain is beyond words. She left behind a large void. 😭
I'm so sorry 😞. I lost my TobyTK on April 5th 24 so I'm morning also. He was 24. He was 5 months old and came up to me meowing. He imprinted his s 26:52 oul into my heart. He was my first cat and you taught me everything I know about cats so Thank you. You're a wonderful human being. ❤😢
Thinking of you and your wife at this desperately sad time. Thank you for allowing us in to your and Caroline’s final journey. It was a brave move and will help so many of us cat worshipers when our babies have to leave us. I’m 55 now and have experienced the death of 7 beautiful soul mate cats. It doesn’t get any easier though my memory bank of loveliness grows for which I’m eternally grateful. Go well Jackson - your devotion is phenomenal. Don’t forget to look after yourselves x
While I think that we always think about our babies and send them love, it's important that we let the pain go so their spirits can be free. 3 years ago I lost my completely healthy baby (at least so I thought) to the shut down if her kidneys in just one month and that absolutely shattered me because she was with me for 10 years and didn't even made it to hear eleventh birthday while I just turned 16. For a long time I didn't want to let another cat im my heart and always cried while thinking about her and telling my "new" cat that he is the most beautiful boy ALIVE because I didn't want to hurt her. But a few weeks ago I got the feeling that I needed to communicate with her (Carolina) through an animal communicator. It's okay if you not belive in this but I do and we talked to Carolina after her death trough the same way and the lady knew things which only could she now trough Carolina because we didn't tell her. So 4 days ago this lady came to us and told us everything Carolina told her (we asked the questions beforehand and she asked her afterwards but before the meeting of course) and while everything she said was very beautiful and important for me, I will share this with you: "Tell them that I don't miss them because you can only miss someone who isn't there but I'm always there by their side and in their hearts. If they feel my presence then they should belive it's me and trust their instincts becausd I'll come if they need me. Although they have to let the pain of my death go because my death was ment to be and it come how ours souls arranged it beforehand. For me it was also harder than planned and so I was earthbound for a long time, even though my body was already deceased but my spirit/soul couldn't let go and so did you. Please let go all the pain so that we all can be free on our further way and open for the happy things in live. Remember that that doesn't equal forgetting me or loving me less, it just means that we'll send each other love and think about one another without grief and pain." Thanks to communicating with is she is now free and that makes me more happy than I can tell you because her freedom was always so important for her and she would suffer without it. I belive that she gave me the impulse to talk to hear because she was ready to let go the pain and now we needed to and I could do it to, after I heard her messages. I know she is always with me and will visit me from time to time and I know that she is happy to see me and our "new" cat together because he is on a ment to be mission and so is she😊 I wish your Caroline a great life in the afterlife and much strength to you!❤
I just lost my senior cat, Heidi, in January to kidney failure. She'd been declining since last April, and finally we had to decide that the next emergency with her would be her last. We adopted a kitten that day from the shelter, because I ended up taking the day off work to say goodbye, and I swear Heidi and two of my other past cats all had a hand in choosing him for us. See, Heidi was my migraine therapy cat and could tell when I was about to get a migraine, and would help me prevent them. She also helped me get through some major rough depression days. Jiminy, our new kitten, is teaching me how to smile again, and I laugh every day at his antics. I still miss Heidi terribly, and often think I see her instead of Jiminy, but Jimmy is the soul balm I needed this round. May Caroline give you someone who can be a soul balm who needs a home. It's always hard. Lots of hugs.
This is so hard! Thank you Jackson for sharing this. I just lost my love, Huguette, to Fiv. The last weeks and days were so hard to witness. Everything you describe resonates so much, she died in my arms at home ( a vet came home) The loss of these souls is so hard and the days of intensive care even more. I hope the pain of having lost your little love will be replaced by joyful memories over the next months. By sharing this, you give all of us who recently suffered loss, connection and care.
Jackson, thank you so very much for sharing your heart and your grief about your precious Caroline. I am so sorry for your loss. PLEASE KEEP THIS VIDEO UP! My husband and I just experienced the same heartbreak on 4/30/24. I sought you out today to ask for resources to help our other two cats through their grief...instead, I found something to help me through mine. Please know that your loving tribute to Caroline will help my husband and I in the coming weeks as we process the loss of our own sweet boy, and remember the joy and laughter he brought into our lives. God bless you. ❤
I think grief is the greatest gift you can give to anyone or anything. It represents the level of love, joy, and respect that you shared and how much you will miss and cherish it.
I'm so sorry for your loss. It's really difficult to lose such a big piece or your heart. Like people, pets often rally just before it's their time. It's a merciful gift. A last chance to say goodbye. Thank you for being with her. The last thing she saw was the love her family had, and still has, for her. Love is the best any of us can dream of. Keep your heart open. Caroline may send you someone. My cat did. There were three unmistakable signs, when I met a tiny kitten, needing a home, 5 months after the love of my life passed. I thought it was still too soon, but apparently he didn't.
Thank you Jackson, Minou for sharing Caroline's life and her last journey with us. Loss of a ♥ one or beloved pet always equates ache...ache knowing they've left us and ache that we'll never get to live life with them around in the days to come. We are happy to let them go but also sad that they had to leave. Hugs to you and your fur fam...much love and God bless.
Please DO NOT take this down!! I lost my soul cat a year and a half ago and now I know what I was feeling and still feel is normal. Watching your videos makes me cry, makes me want to give you a big hug, and helps heal me as well. Thank you for everything you do. I know Caroline is comfortable now curled up in a sunny spot... just like my Albert. ❤❤❤
Grieve not nor speak of me with tears, but laugh and talk of me as if I were beside you...I loved you so, 'twas Heaven here with you. (Isla Paschal Robertson) Sent to me when one of my kitties passed on. So very sorry for your loss and pain. Been there many times.
I lost my boy Milton from old age and kidney failure. Even I couldn’t believe how hard it took me down. My hair grayed, I felt like I aged 10 years overnight. My husband loved him so much too, and he hurt for both of us. The grief is so extreme. ❤
My 2 guys are 18 and 16. Indoor only cats, healthy and happy, but they're getting up there in years. I just take every day and love, but I know I'll be in Jackson's position eventually. ❤😢🎉
There are no adequate words to express my sorrow for your family. I type this through tears. My heart hurts for you and you have my deepest sympathy. What wonderful cat parents Caroline had. Thank you for sharing this precious yet difficult journey. We are incredibly blessed to have these amazing family members.
I have been on the cancer journey with my first cat. The treatment was so much worse than a possible cure and I knew when it was time to let her go. I stayed with her and held her and I felt such gratitude to be there on that final part of her journey. I was with my dad when he passed also and being with my girl prepared me.for that. It was such a feeling of peace, and joy at the thought of my Dad sitting with her on his lap because he loved her so much but he was so allergic to cats and couldn't stay around her long. We scattered their ashes together. ❤ Im sure you see Caroline. I feel my girl walk across my feet at night. They are always with us. 🐾
I haven't shed a tear over one human I've ever lost. Not family, not friends, not co-workers. ...but cats. That's different. They gave nothing but love. ( In between the hairballs and other little presents. ) Never regret their loss, it was inevitable, only celebrate what an amazing life they had. Imagine their lives if you hadn't let them into your family.
same, as far as humans go if its a natural death I just don't feel bad because there's so much build up and they can process it. Cats just hit different.
You gave your wonderful kitty a peaceful, graceful end, and that's more than a lot of lesser pet owners can say. Me, included. I kept my poor darling rats go way too late when they were suffering, but I just couldn't accept it. Hell, even after the last one passed, I couldn't accept it. I kept her body in my mom's freezer for nearly a year after she was gone. I couldn't bring myself to give her a decent burial, and it wasn't until we were set to move that I finally gave in and asked for help, because I couldn't bring myself to dig her grave. You are a wonderful pet father, and I know your little girl would say the same. And I thank you for being so open to share this painful journey for us. I decided to let myself go and engage in a little crying during it, which is not something I ever like to do. As you can probably guess, I have problems with excessive avoidance, and it plagues me in a lot of areas of my life. But sometimes it's necessary to just let go and let yourself FEEL again. Thank you.
Caroline knew profound and true love because of you. She didn’t miss out on having a kind, loving home. All your feelings are valid and it’s ok to feel and share this remarkable journey with us! Caroline is now free on the Rainbow Bridge awaiting to reunite with you one sweet day!
My 21 year old kitten passed last month. My heart and soul went black. The pain was unbearable. I stopped hiking, going out with friends bec. I knew I had to come home and not be able to hold her. I live alone and she was my family. Fur children are such a special gift of pure love. When they leave to go home, they leave an indelible imprint on our hearts and souls. It's the best experience and the worst. I'm sure we connect with them when we transition home too. I feel such love and gratitude to all of you who adopt and love our children of the fur💖🌹
When you heal a bit, visit your local shelter and see who might want to adopt you and be your family. They always know; if you are really lucky, one will pick you to love.
@@beckyd712 hi Becky, I did exactly that. My new fur family member summoned me via the internet and has been caring for me for 3 weeks. He's a beautiful stocky 5 y/o buff boi who insisted that I do everything his way from day one. Follows me everywhere, sleeps with me and doesn't let me out of his sight! I know my boi of 21 years had a paw in this. My heart is recovering thanks to this beautiful gift from the cat gods!💖
I am so very sorry to the core of my soul! I hope you find peace and comfort. I read that you have a new kitty, and this makes me smile. I have 4 Cats/kittens 3 years and younger, and I already have anxiety worrying about one of them passing, and it is real pain. I cannot even imagine when or if this happens. That said, may you have a beautiful and peaceful future with your new kitty. ❤️
I'm so sorry Jackson for your having to part from your beautiful, sweet Caroline. My heart has been heavy with and for you, and my prayers for you and Caroline and your family have been going up for you all earnestly. She is free and happily playing and running in the beauty of heaven chasing butterflies and birds. 😭💖🙏✝️🌹🌺🦋🐾🐾💕
I often get anxiety wondering if we were ‘too soon’. Thank you for sharing, ‘Never on their worst day’ - this is very powerful. Such a difficult thing to navigate, with all the ups and downs in their health, especially since we are so emotionally and spiritually connected with our fur babies - not to mention it all being entangled with our own grieving process. ‘How lucky are we’💜💜💜 Thank you, again, for sharing your intimate experience with us. Losing a pet is such a pivotal experience and the grief can be so disenfranchised and feel so isolating. We need to share more openly like you’ve done💜 Rest peacefully, Caroline 🐾 ✨ Hugs to you, Jackson💕
As the queen once said "Grief is the price we pay for love." Thank you for sharing this, and sharing your raw emotion. I was crying thinking about the cats that i have lost, but most importantly the joy they have brought to my life, fly high Caroline ♥
I know this is very difficult and all Cat lovers are with you and your lovely companion .
So nicely said...we sure are❤
All of us animal lovers know EXACTLY what Jackson Galaxy is feeling...and we are going along on the ride with him because each time...each event, each sacred moment like this, is important.
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Thank you so much for sharing your journey with Caroline, yes you were very lucky to have her but, she was the lucky one. Grief is hard but we all must go through it in our own way, its😢hard to let go, I'm still grieving over my precious Emily that I lost to cancer over 2 years ago, there's always that one special cat that will always be with you. Rest in peace Caroline and say Hi to Emily for me. ❤❤
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Oh kiddo, this is heart wrenching. She was an amazing gift to have Caroline in you life. Thank you for honoring us to accompany you on this journey with her.
So sorry for your loss. I just lost my Misskitty this morning in my lap, I had her for 19 yrs
@@jangonzales4467😢 It hurts, I know.😿 She was home with u that is beautiful. ❤
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@@jangonzales4467 , I am so sorry for your loss! You will always have a little angel pitter-pattering after you to help give you comfort.
I lost my beautiful companion cat 4 days ago. Watching this broke my heart all over again, but not for me, for Jackson and his incredible love for all his animals.
Jackson I’m so glad you documented this, please don’t regret it or beat yourself up over the what ifs. I know this was a while ago for you but I also know the pain never really goes away when we think of their memories with us. Thank you for this difficult thing you did by recording your journey with grief, you have no idea the comfort I feel now by watching these videos. God bless you ❤
I lost my dog 6 months ago, the best friend I ever had. I didn't know I could love an animal that much until I had him. He had 15yrs of the best life I could give him, & he gave so much to me.
I adopted a 5 month old cat a month ago, so I'm a new subscriber.
I believe our pets will greet us in heaven, with their new bodies.
Oh I really hope so , my dog is 9 now and her eyes are getting a little blue I'm so scared for her to get old , I feel for you 💔
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Welcome to the club. I had two dogs, lost them at the age 12 and 13, and thought I would never have pets again 💔 But a year after I started volunteering in the animal shelter, and eventually adapted two cats from there. They are so great, but I’m listening to Jason, reading your story now and crying again.. Thanks for sharing, life is going on…
We had to say goodbye to our beautiful 14 year old border collie six months ago. Like you, I never knew it was possible to feel so much pain and grieve so deeply over an animal.
We realised we could never replace her and didn't want another dog. She was my partner's dog originally, I am more of a cat person. Two weeks ago my partner bought me a kitten. Tabitha has brought joy to our lives again and we are now able to speak about Millie without feeling just sadness. Part of me dreads that some day, hopefully many many years from now, I'll have to go through that pain again. Both of us have sensed Millie in the house since she passed. A glimpse caught out of the corner of your eye or tickety-tackety footsteps in the hallway. There is a wee shrine in the garden, and she will live forever in our hearts and memories.
I'm going to treasure every day that we are blessed with Tabitha in our lives.
I don’t even know how to write this message properly because as I watch this video and share this moment with you and others on this platform, Jackson, I am sobbing. Your love for Caroline really shines through. You and Minoo and the rest of your family have been such a joy in my life the last few years, especially in the last 8 months. As you grieve, I grieve. Caroline’s birthday is the day after I lost my 12 year old tuxie girl. She was beautiful, so so loving and always wanted to be near me. She is in my thoughts every single day and I still haven’t gotten over her. My god, how I want to give you all hugs through the screen.💐🫂❤ Sending my deepest condolences and all my love to your family.
At 70 I have lost dogs, cats, ducks, hamsters, gerbils. Grandparents, parents, aunts and uncles and more. I would not trade the pain to have not loved and have been loved in many different ways by all
Interesting. I am the complete opposite than you. It's just not worth my time and hassle.
@@irened. I love the Winnie the poo quote, how lucky I am to have something that makes saying goodbye so hard. It reminds me the best parts of my life, have been spent with the humans and animals I’ve loved so so much. I’m pretty fkn lucky xox hope you feel that way too cause … regardless as long as you do, you do you and us animal and human loving people will do us ❤
@@L_MD_ You're not worth my time either! You know what you can do with your hearts... 😅
@@alisonmorgan7238 totally agree 👍
hey 👋 nice to meet you 😊 how are you doing ☺
I cried all the way through this video and am still crying. I am losing my husband’s kitty from a mass around her pancreas and diabetes. I lost my husband 4 years ago and my heart is so broken 💔 and now I am losing her. 😢😢 She, Button, has become so devoted to me and I love her so much ❤❤. She is too frail to treat her with radiation, chemotherapy, or surgery so I have her on animal hospice. I feed her anything she wants and any time, including 3 or 4 times during the night. I don’t know how long I will have her so I will continue to give her the best I can. ❤❤😻😻💕💕I pray God will have mercy on all His animals. They give so much and so many don’t have homes and love. 💗 I❤💕😻
I'm so sorry Sweetheart. Just remember, when it happens--and you are parted--the parting will be only temporary. She will go to be with your husband...and they will wait together, and watch over you ♥
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I am sorry you are going through such pain. I just wanted to extend a little kindness and wishes of care as you navigate Button's transition and the previous loss of your husband. May support and ease find their way to you and may light land in your heart on the darkest days.
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My heart goes out to you.
You probably won’t see my post on here but my Twinkle came to me at a time I needed the love and company after loosing my mum suddenly and too soon.
I had to watch Twinkle decline from terminal illness for 2 months and it was so hard. So I feel what you’re going through. When she goes she will be welcomed by your husband, and take comfort that you are doing all you are for the final stage of her life.
Best wishes to you.
Please don't ever take this down. As I listen to you I have tears rolling down my cheeks as I look at photos of my little man, my beautiful boy. Giving them a good trip over the rainbow is a gift to us and them
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Thank you for this video. They are only with us for a while but the lovely memories stay with us for ever. I love all my cats even the feral cats we feed every night even if they don’t let us touch them. Thank you again you are a great person.
My husband and I just lost our 1&1/2 yr old baby boy, Bohdi.
@Jackson Galaxy , 𝓹𝓵𝓮𝓪𝓼𝓮 never take this one down. 🙏🏻💖
Friendship with a cat is such a pure thing and it is 100% better to have loved and lost than never loved at all
Thank you Jackson for sharing Caroline with us. If you are old enough ( I am 71) you have had this experience multiple times during your life. It never gets easy, never! We have to do this for them because they loved us, trusted us and we them. Cats, dogs and bunnies. They are waiting for us ❤ Caroline🙏🌈💖
Would you get another cat at this point? I lost mine last year after 19 years. But at this age of ours, I don't know what's right.😢
@@tracygarrett3952As long as you have a place for them to go if you pass early, I think you should get another. There are so many in need and you need the love too. 😢
@@tracygarrett3952 I am 72, and have had cats all my life. In the past couple of years I have lost my last 2 cats, both seniors, beautiful wonderful girls. As lonely as it is without a cat to love--I have decided not to get another. The reason is that my health---although not terrible--is not the greatest either. I am sure I would not outlive another cat, and one of my greatest fears would be abandoning one by my own death--and the cat would have to spend the remainder of his/her life grieving in a shelter. I have resigned myself to spending my last days alone....but look forward to seeing all my loves again one day ♥
Amen, loosing a pet is like loosing a family member. We are blessed to have these amazing creatures share their lives with us.
@@dragonfly9209 Have you considered adopting a senior cat that already doesn't have much of a chance at being adopted? You could contribute a few good years for them. 🐈🐈⬛☺
This is PERFECT to leave up. Forever. I lost my soul cat, Huckleberry, on November 10th, to sinus cancer. Like you and Caroline, the caregiving was intense but such a blessing to be able to honor him by doing so. We scheduled and cancelled his euth three times as he kept saying it wasn't time - despite the now visible tumor swelling his face. He would still trill and talk and chatter and watch bird TV. He would still come to snuggle every single time we sat down. He snuggled his best friend and played with his other kitty friend. On the night before our final goodbye, he was resting in his favorite place and he just looked kind of over it. Like he was existing. We knew it was time. He LOVED going to the vet, this social kitty, so it wasn't a hard thing in that respect to have to take him there. He looked all around in the car and was so freaking cute! I wish I could show a photo on here. He said hi to the vet techs and then went and put himself on a chair. I held him, then they made him sleepy, and when we said it was ok, his favorite vet came in to do the injection. Then I held him a long time afterwards. I made my husband take photos of me and Huck and the process, and they bring tears but also memories of how peaceful it was and how lucky we were, to be loved by him. Our Huckleberry, found at less than a pound on Thanksgiving, 2010, in an egress window well full of snow. He lost some paw pad layers and the tip of his tail to frostbite. But he grew to be a huge 19# bundle of the most unique personality ever. And from the day he was found to the day he transitioned to Heaven, he knew nothing but pure love. And so did we. It is always worth it to love deeply, even when it hurts like hades to have to say goodbye.
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I am so sorry. I too lost my baby Tigerlily almost the same time as you, on November 12th due to cancer as well. She was 12 and a half and had been my rock through extremely hard times. This video and reading these comments is helping with the grieving process. It still hurts, but it does get easier. Take care 🫶🏻
When I lost one of my cats in 1990, I felt her presence several times. I thought I was going crazy with grief but she really did visit me. One day I was washing dishes by the sink and I felt that familiar “figure 8” around my ankles. I thought it was her then I looked down and remembered she was gone. Another time I was laying in bed reading and I felt her jump on the bed. I looked over and told her I loved her and missed her. Your Caroline knew how much she was loved and your hearts are forever entwined. ❤🙏💐🐈
Anyone who has suffered a profound loss knows this feeling. We absolutely know you are not trying to talk yourself into gratitude. As you said in this video, you are settling into a moment. It comes with immense processing of conflicting emotions and feelings. Sending love, Jackson. I have a soul cat who is 14 years old this year. I have anticipatory anxiety around him every single day. You've helped me with my cats for years, and this sweet series dedicated to Caroline is no different. Thank you for sharing. Thank you for being vulnerable. We love you Caroline. ❤
A soul cat . . . Wow. That explains something I felt but couldn't put into words. Thank you.
Sorry for your loss. I'm crying my eyes out. My cocker spaniel girl is 13 yrs old, Lady is old but is doing ok. I'm so aware that her yrs are limited.❤❤❤
Be comforted by God!
Crying. My sweet tuxedo kitty soul cat turned 14 last May. Diagnosed with lymphoma the same month. Three and a half months later, we had to say goodbye. Missing him so much.
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@@donnavorce8856 some pets really find their way to you. Perhaps in every lifetime. ♥️♥️♥️ I truly believe this. I can't remember where I heard that term but it spoke to me on every level. I feel you ♥️
@@haydeetorres3602Lady is so lucky to have found you, and how lovely it is that you still have time left. They're all angels of course, but some of them really wear it on their sleeve. Cherish your days with sweet Lady! ♥️
Thank you so very much for sharing this journey. On Monday, April 15, 2024, we had to let our 15 year old Gracie go, after about 3 months of weight and muscle loss (probable cancer per the Vet). I was with her through her final moments. I know she is no longer in pain, has a healthy body, and I am certain she knew she is so loved and will be greatly missed. I took a final picture of her at the Vets office while she was looking outside. Looking more herself in that moment than she had in a while. So I thank you for sharing your journey, helping US through our journey. ❤
Beautiful story about your beautiful sweet Caroline ❤❤
I just lost my cat too in January so this story really confirms and helps me feel that I too did the right thing for my 🐈
You are the cat expert with a lot of compassion ❤️🩹
DO NOT TAKE THIS DOWN!!!! This video found me when I most needed it. We had to put down our beloved Bean yesterday. I am 51 years old, and this is the most difficult thing I’ve ever faced. He was so very special; a gentle giant; a knowing soul; my hero forever… Your vulnerability touched me, and has extended a much-needed hand to a deeply grieving heart. Thank you and thank Caroline. Sending love, comfort and good vibes to you and yours at this incredibly emotional time. ♥️
I am so sorry you had to say goodbye. Bean sounded like an amazing kitty-person.
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I found my sweet baby Chloe dead on March 16th. I'm still devastated at the sudden loss & cry often, but I wouldn't give up the time I had with her to not feel the loss. I'll miss her forever, but I'll always treasure the time I had with her.
So I feel your loss truly.
You took the words right out of my mouth.
I needed this. So badly.
❤ Thinking of you, too
My beloved Miranda, a rescue, was 19 years old and one of the things I credited for her longevity was getting her teeth cleaned once a year, Took her in and when they tried to clean the first tooth, it fell out. Immediately they began tests, and between that and the biopsy results 48 hours later, Miranda began to say goodbye. She jumped up and cuddled, then got down on the floor and crept a few steps at a time then rested. Panicked, I called the vet. I swear, my vet is a saint. She said to come in first thing in the morning, but then at 3:00am my phone rang. It was my vet. She said couldn't sleep because she couldn't stop thinking about my kitty. She offered to open up the clinic right then, and an hour or so later, I was able to hold Miranda and sing her our special song when she went to sleep. Our feelings of grief unite us as humans, and despite our sadness we become a loving community in these times. There are times at night when I seem to feel a phantom bump on the mattress, and know it's Miranda. I've had many cats since, all special in their own ways, but Miranda taught me as much as the end as she taught me before it.
Beautiful and thank you….
Man… this sent me in tears. (Lost my doggo December of last year, didn’t expect to be tearing up and lightly crying now. But, here we are-)
Sorry for your loss.. ♥️
Your vet is very special. 19 years is an incredible journey.
@@MichelleNyxRaymondI am so sorry you lost your dog. But aren't we fortunate to be able to turn to those who understand, and don't just say, "But it was just a cat/dog/ferret" etc.?
It’s hard to even get an appointment with my vet when I tell them my dog is sick ..
I didn’t believe in spirits until I lost my first kitty to renal failure. I saw her spirit leave. Then 2 years later, when my second cat also died of renal failure, his spirit stayed with me. He was my protector while he was alive. I would see his spirit around corners. I’d catch a glimpse of him in the cupboard where he used to love sitting. One day I told him I was safe and he didn’t have to protect me anymore. I told him he could be at peace. I haven’t seen him since. Sometimes their energy lingers to make sure we’re ok. Thank Caroline for checking on you. She loves you and couldn’t quite leave you yet
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My daughter saw our cat years ago after she died. She said she looked really happy. How do you feel or know your cats are still there? Thank you for sharing this.
@@cherylw6142 Remus, the one I mentioned, had a certain feel when he jumped on the bed. I still feel it sometimes and I look and there’s no cat. He had an uncanny ability to sense my emotions and he’d lay on me when I was upset, sometimes I still feel that weight. Cats possess a special energy and sometimes that energy still lingers. Sometimes it’s a stray whisker that shows up that could only be theirs. Sometimes, you could swear you saw them dart around the corner. Sometimes, a photo you haven’t thought of in years will show up of them. I think all of these are them caring from beyond. And sometimes, they’re ready for what’s next. They know that their job here is complete. And other times, they send you your next kitty. My first cat sent me my second cat. They couldn’t be more opposite. I stressed everyday for my first kitty to eat. She sent me my kitty, potato. She’s food obsessed and wakes me for food everyday. She’s loud and sassy but she has bright blue eyes like ivy and she loves Ivy’s heating pad. I hope this answer makes sense and helps you have peace.
Thank you, Jackson. I found out my senior kitty, Evelyn, had high grade lymphoma at the same time you got Caroline's diagnosis. Evelyn said goodbye to me on February 9. Just two short weeks after finding out she had cancer. As I carried her into the vet's office, the rain clouds parted and a beam of sunshine came down and shone right on her face. We stood there for a moment and soaked up her last rays of sun before sending her off to a better place. Your videos have helped me to process what was happening and reassured me I made the right choice to say goodbye when I did.
Im unable to watch your video entirely, it hurts too much. my Maggie, also a calico, died of old age, in my arms in november, and it still hurts so much. but what a beautiful life she had! maybe Caroline and her are playing together in cat paradise :) hugs to you, and thanks for all the great vids, i just adopted Dali, a tortoise hair of 1 year old and so full of energy, she will get a great life thanks to all this knowledge you are sharing, thanks again, love on you!
Oh Jackson. Two things; One, it has been incredibly brave of you to share this journey through disease and grief, and thank you for doing it. Second, Yes, it is worth EVERY second! Peace, love, light and healing to you and all.
That moment they leave is so many emotions……and then you grieve……and it hurts so badly….
Oh my, my heart breaks for you both. We just did almost the same experience on 8/11/23 at 1:33 pm. My heart shattered for a second time. There is absolutely nothing any of us can say to help lesson the pain you are going thru. 😢 💔
How lucky are you to have loved something that makes saying goodbye so hard. - Winnie Pooh
She left with your love in her soul.
I know how it hurts.
She is peaceful and delivered from pain.
Let this console you as much as possible.
Beautiful❣
Maybe that’s why people’s death is always painful. Poetry.
So very sorry for your loss. Too soon for me to say too much. I just went through this. ❤
Beautiful
What a lucky cat Caroline was to have spent her life with you! My profound condolences.......
Thank you so much for your brave candor and sharing the love of Caroline that is so palpable, Jackson! My baby, Ellie, has intestinal cancer and just turned 14 in March. My wonderful acupuncturist here in Houston, Dr. Rachel Addleman, is taking great care of her. I am spending as much time as possible with her and have consciously slowed down the rest of my outer life. Ellie's son,Thomas was 10 yrs when he died, after receiving acupuncture which prolonged his life significantly. Thankfully, her daughter Beauty, now 13yrs, is healthy and well.
It's so hard to let them go, but as you say, we are so very lucky to have them with us sharing unconditional love. In the moment, being present, with open hearts. What a gift! ❤😸🙏
Sweet sweet Caroline, we will miss you💔 Thank you, Jackson, for sharing her last moments with us. She will stay in our hearts forever🕊❤
I watched this video snuggling my 16 old tuxedo lady, and glancing at my 2yrs old calico . Both strays, both happened as miracles in my life. And I am crying for your loss and for the joy of your journey with Caroline. Crying also for my ladies - for the sad anticipation whenever it will be and for the joy of our journey. A big hug to You, Minoo and your family. Caroline might had passed once, but she was born many times. With her kitty mom, with her rescue, with her foster, with all the challenges of stray health conditions, with you, with Minoo, and with the ultimate fate she managed to challenge, with you help.
An gigantic hug to you all. And to all that have to pass those moments. We truly are grateful for all the time given with them! ❤
I am grateful for this video... Thank you Caroline, and Jackson, and Mino for sharing with us (me).
I recently lost my(human) friend Scott to leukemia.
He lasted about 3 months after diagnosis.
I really miss him.
But what I wanted to say is that sharing your raw emotion is helping me deal with my grief too. The cats are as much a part of us as anyone. Friends are friends. Loss is devastating.
And beautiful.
Thank you.
Thank you.
Oh goodness, who isn't crying. Soooooo sad for you, but happy too, Caroline is Home but also with you all. Thank you so much for sharing this journey xxxxxxx God bless you ❤❤❤❤
Chester's 16th birthday would have been March 20. I lost him at the end of January. I feel what you're feeling all over again. His passing was peaceful, here at home, and his pain was ended. The moment of relief was the hardest to reconcile as was the guilt at times, but I'm relieved to know that neither was an anomaly. We carry on. I will remember him always as a perfect, little black man who was my shadow, and who I miss terribly. But we carry on. Thank you for sharing this intimate, sad, and perfectly human journey.
Thanks for sharing about your precious Caroline. You are truly a wonderful person. I have learned a lot about cats from watching your videos. You have a way of putting life with cats into perspective. Cats are great friends to have in this life. May you always be blessed by the love of a cat.
The memories are real, the grief is real, the gratitude is real. And those moments when you could swear you caught sight of their tail around a corner or heard their voice, those are real too. They are letting us know they are present and patiently waiting. This must have been so hard, thank you for sharing.❤🩹
I absolutely, 100% agree 💜
Jackson, I am so sorry for the loss of Caroline. THANK YOU for posting this beautiful video and showing your grief. It is helpful for those of us who have experienced loss. I kept breaking down in tears while watching this thinking about my own two babies I said goodbye to in 2022. One left us in April and her sister the next month in May. They were just about to turn 19 and 20. We had the most wonderful adventures together. Through that experience I discovered that the amount of love I had for them was equal to the amount of pain I felt when they left. If that makes sense. My pain went deep. It was hard. It still is. Now I feel their spirit all around.
We swore we’d never get another cat to avoid that pain again. But there is nothing like feline energy in the house and we missed it. Now we have two rascal boys who are in love with each other (one from the shelter and the other from a foster). I believe my two beloved cats sent them to us. We have so much more love to give. In my imagination, perhaps all our departed cats are with Caroline playfully chasing each other around in fields of lush grass and lying in patches of warm sun ☀️ 🐱
Thank you for sharing. In 2018 i lost both my mom and my amazing furbaby Cuddle-socks. I closed myself off to everyone for awhile and I don't think I let the grieving process happen. Watching you go through this journey helped me let go. I now have a beautiful new furbaby Dusty-Noel. She follows me around everywhere I go in my apartment. I feel your pain 😞. May Heavenly Father comfort you and your family in your time of grief 🙏.
She was lovely, which is why people from all over the world are letting you know we loved her, and we love you, too.
Jackson, my 15 yr old cat, Cookie who died in 2012, did the same thing. On the last day of her life, she took one last wobbly stroll around HER backyard, stopping briefly in all her favorite spots. Then she came in, and I held her in my lap for a good half hour. She began to have a seizure, and I rushed to the vet. (She was dying of kidney disease, had been sick a couple months.) She went to heaven that day. She was an in and out cat, loved by many neighbors and their children. She always waited with them at the schoolbus stop in front of our house. I miss her to this day and the pain of losing her is as fresh today as if it were yesterday. Cats are special creatures indeed. I truly believe their spirits come back to visit. We often hear the tinkle of Cookie's collar from time to time. None of our 3 cats wear collars. Listen for Caroline, you might feel her jump up on your bed or the tinkle of a toy or bell on her collar. God bless you. My heart goes out to you. Just keep on loving those cats.
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Our sweet schnauzer died in 2022. He came around a lot for several months. He has even slept with me a few times. We still see him around. We all had such a strong bond and deep love.❤
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What a sweet story! I'm so sorry I know how painful it is to lose a beloved pet
Ishmael died in 2016, and the grief is still fresh.
Thank you for this journal. As much as it hurts to relive all my past cats and how they passed, it also brings Joy of their memory. I am wrenchingly crying right now, I feel your pain and we living mine. But they will watch over us, make no mistake.
I have felt that pain. Thank you for sharing as it’s comforting to know it’s a valid experience to absolutely love our pet companions. 🫂
I just looked over at Ozzy my cockatiel playing with a random piece of cardboard and smiling. He's noisy, chucks food all over the floor, poops everywhere, and chews everything I own. But the hard work I do to keep him happy and healthy, the money etc is so so worth it! He's my best friend, my companion and my reason to get out of bed every morning. With my mental health issues I wouldn't function without him or with any animal in my life. He makes me laugh every day. RIP Sweet Caroline. Love to you all xxx
you are a blessed angel.
Bless you🙏❤️
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She will run too you when it's your time and all the other precious souls that became your family. ❤❤❤❤
Thank you Jackson again and again for posting this. This is all so beautiful and we who have a deep love for our felines can fully appreciate this time that you're going through. We are grieving with you.❤
NEVER take this down. Your depth of love and grief for Caroline is BEAUTIFUL and nothing to be ashamed of. I recently lost my beloved Cinnamon to throat cancer on Valentine's Day (with roses) and went through the exact same process of gut-wrenching anticipatory grief, empathy, regrets, conflicting emotions, and profound gratitude for all the joy and love she brought to my life. I understand a bond and a grief so deep they defy description. You've shown the world just how deep love for an animal can be. Jackson, through your tears, candor, and vulnerability you've also shown the world the BEST of you. Gosh, when you express yourself, you sound just like me. We think and feel alike. My heart goes out to you.
You’re one of the best cat fathers ever Jackson! And always will be
Thank you for these videos. I started watching them shortly after finding about my Moglee's cancer. He passed a few days ago and I'm broken inside. 14 years wasn't long enough. I miss my buddy. Thank you for giving me some sort of road map. All our situations are different, however you gave me a place to start and I Thank you tremendously ❤
I had my own Caroline. Her name was Baby. We took over for a cousin that moved and could not keep her - at the same time we were looking for a cat boss. She came into our lives and left 1 1/2 years later. Mouth cancer. She lived her best cat life and just like Caroline, left when she was ready. My 16yr old was heartbroken as were we all. Hugs to you and wife and family. Good news, at the 9 month mark after Baby left us, we got chosen by a local feral Tortie. After we chose to let her in for good, we discovered she was pregnant. We now have 6 mouths to fee, Mama included. 3 have been claimed and we might just keep the other 2. This was a blessing. They are 3 weeks now, and thriving. We don't forget Baby. We named the Mama "MeeChee". We have a long life with her since she's only 1 yr old. Next month and a half, she'll go to the vet and get fixed and vaccinated. For now, she's a happy little Mama!
I'm so sorry Jackson. She had a great life because of you and your family. ❤
I’m so sorry! Such a beautiful kitty!
Jackson, thank you so much for including us in this sacred journey. You have honored Caroline in a way that helps all of us. In loving animals, we are part of a global community. The world is better, brighter, kinder and more loving because we love animals. To know that when we are grieving the loss of an animal companion we have love and support from so many other people is a precious gift. Love to you, Minoo, Caroline, and all of your animal family. Thank you for being the amazing person that you are.
What a lovely and respectful post/comment You truly have a way with words that touched my heart so I know Jackson was touched by it too ❤️
Man, just know that this cat KNEW she was being loved. She had everything you can offer: food, shelter, passion and love. Everything was there.
She knew. She felt your love. I hope this thought can help you just a little bit. Take your time to grieve. I'm sorry for that loss. I'm afraid that one day I'll have to face the day my mini panther will be gone, too. Thank you for doing everything you could. Goodbyes are always hard and they suck
A warm bed, a full tummy, and lots of love. In the end, that's all we can ask for - and it's enough.
Thank-you for sharing the depth of your love. You are helping many of us who did not have a close person to share with when that time came.
I watched all 8 episodes and was so touched by your compassion and love for Caroline. I’ve been through these journeys myself and feel your feelings. Caroline was a beautiful cat. May she rest in peace ❤️
Once we all cross over , I believe they will be there waiting on us. Caroline will be waiting on you...❤❤❤
Oh I hope that's true.
@@j.m.221 It is ♥
They are there and waiting for us. God loves His creation and takes them home.
Please don't take this beautiful sharing down. I have made that profound journey many times with beloved companions. Each one, each time is unforgettable and miraculous and beautiful. Along with grief that never goes away, there is abiding gratitude as well. My heart goes out to you and your wife.
@@j.m.221 Same here. I miss my 2 boys that I lost in 2022. I pray that I will be reunited with them again. I miss them so much.
I still see my 16yr old rainbow kitty all the time. She also visits in spirit when I need a hug. Sending love and light xx
I don't have the words to tell you how sorry I am for the loss of your furbaby. Thank you for allowing us to go along with you on this journey. Sending love to you and your family.❤❤❤❤
I feel the same too
Thank you Jackson for sharing your beautiful Caroline's life with us. You brought me to the moment. With my losses of fut children, I'd stuff the pain.
Since lately and watching Caroline's story, I couldn't stop crying for you and rwalizing the loss of my Tina. Keeps on hurting.
My Tina was 17 yrs, a month and 10 days old. She also was a rescue. We all grieve with you in a very painful loss. We love you!!
Dear Jackson and Minoo, my heart cries with you, for the loss of sweet Caroline, and for the loss of my fur babies that shared their sweet lives with me. Thank you from the bottom of my heart for sharing this journey with us. It has taught me to be more in the moment with my little furball.
I send you love, light and peace. Rest in peace Caroline. ❤
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Greetings to you Colleen
I know your Caroline chronicles is helping others to know how to deal with grief and loss and to embrace the uncomfortable emotions that comes with grief. Thank you Jackson for your courage, boldness and great compassion in doing this. Praying continually for you to keep moving through the grief. Blessings to you and your family. ❤️🙏✝️🌹🌺🦋
I had my cat for 13.5 years. Those were some of the best years of my life because she added so much. She was a great little girl & I still miss her! I could go on & on about her, but I don't have time right now. All I can say is this; Jackson, I understand what you're feeling because I went through the same thing when my cat died. Remember the good times & go back to them to make you smile. Give yourself time & space to grieve. Don't lose her pictures. Show them to others when you talk about her. When you cried on this video, so did I. Caroline is a beautiful girl! It was a blessing to have her in your life!
I am sobbing só much.
My heart is breaking for you. Sir , I live in South Africa. I have already buried my cat soul mate in my garden. At this moment I am giving a rescue cat a forever home. She is 12 years old and I am pursponing much needed operations because I cannot leave her. I have no children and a widow for 35 year. 18:34 . I can only ask GOD to make me strong so that I can out live my Soekie.
I am praying for you now that Jesus will heal you and that you will be able to live long to take care of your rescue cat. I wish I was there to give you a hug or to help you in your surgery. I pray the Lord blesses you with someone who can help you so you can get your surgery. You are so greatly loved by Jesus & I love you too. I'm in Florida and I so wish I could help you. I will keep praying for you. Much, much love to you.❤
Oh, Jackson, thank you for sharing.
After 2.5 yrs I still miss my kitty. He was 18 yrs old. We shared a most wonderful journey together.
Your fur-baby was beautiful and you'll always love her.
God bless you. She's crossed the Rainbow Bridge. Is happy, yet watches over you.
You need not apologize for your emotions. You loved her, that love is soul deep.
The level of emotions shows she did her job while part of your life; deep unconditional love.
Such a beautiful way to share the life and death of your friend; such a beautiful tribute to her little 'soul'. My little buddy Hobo is near his 19 years of life's end on earth with a battle lost to hyper-thyroid condition and I must say his passing is tearing the fabric of my heart. Thank YOU for bringing clarity of grief through death, by bringing clarity and purpose of a life well lived and Loved: Caroline's
She was loved!!
Do not ever doubt yourself.
Love is the amazing price get and it's so worth it
What a profound and beautiful story! Thank you from the bottom of our hearts. Please never erase this because everyone can learn from this, and learn how important love is. There can be no love without loss...light without darkness, etc. We send our love because you are one of the most loving people we've ever seen. Caroline is still in the moment...and joyful as can be. Her presence will always be with you! God bless you and your family.
Thank you, Jackson, for allowing us to share in your vulnerability. Caroline was beautiful and it's obvious the love you and Minoo shared with her was mutual. 💜 I said goodbye to my almost 16 y/o last April and I still miss her, cry, rewatch the myriad of videos on my phone, of her.
I volunteered at a cat rescue awhile after, and ended up with another foster-to-adopt. We always have room in our hearts for another beautiful animal companion; never stop loving the former.
They are truly magical creatures in how much they are in tune with our emotions and you're so right that we never regret sharing our lives with them, and are grateful they accepted us as part of their family. 💜🙏🏻
Hugs to you and Minoo. 🤗💜Love, Light and Mojo to the spirit of Caroline. 😽🐈🐾
Jackson, thank you for bravely sharing Caroline's story. Your openness helps so many of us navigating similar heartaches. Please don't remove your content; it's a lifeline for those grieving and it educates others about the profound pain of losing a beloved pet. I recently had to say goodbye to my own feline companion, and I understand the pain all too well. In addition to grief, I have to face people (even siblings!) who trivialize my pain and tell me to get over it. They don't understand. Our fur babies are family, and the bond we share is irreplaceable. I often see or get signs of my cat's presence, reassuring me that our connection transcends physical boundaries. I'm sure it's sweet Caroline you felt you saw. Sending love and healing your way. ❤🙏😺🌈
The hardest thing ... to do the right thing for a beloved pet. Good job, Jackson. 😢❤
I am so sorry to hear about Caroline's passing. Losing a loved pet is so hard, the emotions and everything you go through and deal with. I am sure she was very happy in that moment with you by her side. My girl passed while I was in the bath and I will never lose the guilt of not being there when that moment came. We all know it gets easier as time goes by but in these moments of grief, remember the good times and how much she loved you.
I love who you are. I love that you love us. I love that you took us on this journey. ❤️
❤ it was a privilege and an honor to be allowed to witness your journey with precious Caroline. Thank you, sir.😢❤
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Absolutely precious. Thank you. I'm struggling with the loss of my big beautiful orange kitty Luca and you sharing gave me licence to feel just as much grief as it's in my just. Love you dearly. It really helps me seeing the master show his truth.
My baby passed away 3-12-24 I was devastated 😢after 22 years I’m still crying 😭 my prayers keep this post up ❤️🌷
I am so sorry for your loss. I had to help my 13 year old sweet cat Honey cross the rainbow bridge yesterday. The pain is beyond words. She left behind a large void. 😭
This is so sad to watch :(( Rest in Peace beautiful Caroline!
I'm so sorry 😞. I lost my TobyTK on April 5th 24 so I'm morning also. He was 24. He was 5 months old and came up to me meowing. He imprinted his s 26:52 oul into my heart. He was my first cat and you taught me everything I know about cats so Thank you. You're a wonderful human being. ❤😢
Thinking of you and your wife at this desperately sad time. Thank you for allowing us in to your and Caroline’s final journey. It was a brave move and will help so many of us cat worshipers when our babies have to leave us. I’m 55 now and have experienced the death of 7 beautiful soul mate cats. It doesn’t get any easier though my memory bank of loveliness grows for which I’m eternally grateful. Go well Jackson - your devotion is phenomenal. Don’t forget to look after yourselves x
While I think that we always think about our babies and send them love, it's important that we let the pain go so their spirits can be free. 3 years ago I lost my completely healthy baby (at least so I thought) to the shut down if her kidneys in just one month and that absolutely shattered me because she was with me for 10 years and didn't even made it to hear eleventh birthday while I just turned 16. For a long time I didn't want to let another cat im my heart and always cried while thinking about her and telling my "new" cat that he is the most beautiful boy ALIVE because I didn't want to hurt her. But a few weeks ago I got the feeling that I needed to communicate with her (Carolina) through an animal communicator. It's okay if you not belive in this but I do and we talked to Carolina after her death trough the same way and the lady knew things which only could she now trough Carolina because we didn't tell her. So 4 days ago this lady came to us and told us everything Carolina told her (we asked the questions beforehand and she asked her afterwards but before the meeting of course) and while everything she said was very beautiful and important for me, I will share this with you: "Tell them that I don't miss them because you can only miss someone who isn't there but I'm always there by their side and in their hearts. If they feel my presence then they should belive it's me and trust their instincts becausd I'll come if they need me. Although they have to let the pain of my death go because my death was ment to be and it come how ours souls arranged it beforehand. For me it was also harder than planned and so I was earthbound for a long time, even though my body was already deceased but my spirit/soul couldn't let go and so did you. Please let go all the pain so that we all can be free on our further way and open for the happy things in live. Remember that that doesn't equal forgetting me or loving me less, it just means that we'll send each other love and think about one another without grief and pain." Thanks to communicating with is she is now free and that makes me more happy than I can tell you because her freedom was always so important for her and she would suffer without it. I belive that she gave me the impulse to talk to hear because she was ready to let go the pain and now we needed to and I could do it to, after I heard her messages. I know she is always with me and will visit me from time to time and I know that she is happy to see me and our "new" cat together because he is on a ment to be mission and so is she😊 I wish your Caroline a great life in the afterlife and much strength to you!❤
I just lost my senior cat, Heidi, in January to kidney failure. She'd been declining since last April, and finally we had to decide that the next emergency with her would be her last.
We adopted a kitten that day from the shelter, because I ended up taking the day off work to say goodbye, and I swear Heidi and two of my other past cats all had a hand in choosing him for us. See, Heidi was my migraine therapy cat and could tell when I was about to get a migraine, and would help me prevent them. She also helped me get through some major rough depression days. Jiminy, our new kitten, is teaching me how to smile again, and I laugh every day at his antics. I still miss Heidi terribly, and often think I see her instead of Jiminy, but Jimmy is the soul balm I needed this round.
May Caroline give you someone who can be a soul balm who needs a home. It's always hard. Lots of hugs.
This is so hard! Thank you Jackson for sharing this. I just lost my love, Huguette, to Fiv. The last weeks and days were so hard to witness. Everything you describe resonates so much, she died in my arms at home ( a vet came home) The loss of these souls is so hard and the days of intensive care even more. I hope the pain of having lost your little love will be replaced by joyful memories over the next months. By sharing this, you give all of us who recently suffered loss, connection and care.
Jackson, thank you so very much for sharing your heart and your grief about your precious Caroline. I am so sorry for your loss. PLEASE KEEP THIS VIDEO UP! My husband and I just experienced the same heartbreak on 4/30/24. I sought you out today to ask for resources to help our other two cats through their grief...instead, I found something to help me through mine. Please know that your loving tribute to Caroline will help my husband and I in the coming weeks as we process the loss of our own sweet boy, and remember the joy and laughter he brought into our lives. God bless you. ❤
I think grief is the greatest gift you can give to anyone or anything. It represents the level of love, joy, and respect that you shared and how much you will miss and cherish it.
I'm so sorry for your loss. It's really difficult to lose such a big piece or your heart. Like people, pets often rally just before it's their time. It's a merciful gift. A last chance to say goodbye. Thank you for being with her. The last thing she saw was the love her family had, and still has, for her. Love is the best any of us can dream of.
Keep your heart open. Caroline may send you someone.
My cat did. There were three unmistakable signs, when I met a tiny kitten, needing a home, 5 months after the love of my life passed. I thought it was still too soon, but apparently he didn't.
Thank you Jackson, Minou for sharing Caroline's life and her last journey with us. Loss of a ♥ one or beloved pet always equates ache...ache knowing they've left us and ache that we'll never get to live life with them around in the days to come. We are happy to let them go but also sad that they had to leave. Hugs to you and your fur fam...much love and God bless.
Please DO NOT take this down!! I lost my soul cat a year and a half ago and now I know what I was feeling and still feel is normal. Watching your videos makes me cry, makes me want to give you a big hug, and helps heal me as well. Thank you for everything you do. I know Caroline is comfortable now curled up in a sunny spot... just like my Albert. ❤❤❤
How fortunate are we to love so deeply. Her soul is forever.
Beautifully said.
Grieve not nor speak of me with tears, but laugh and talk of me as if I were beside you...I loved you so, 'twas Heaven here with you. (Isla Paschal Robertson)
Sent to me when one of my kitties passed on. So very sorry for your loss and pain. Been there many times.
I lost my boy Milton from old age and kidney failure. Even I couldn’t believe how hard it took me down. My hair grayed, I felt like I aged 10 years overnight. My husband loved him so much too, and he hurt for both of us. The grief is so extreme. ❤
My 2 guys are 18 and 16. Indoor only cats, healthy and happy, but they're getting up there in years. I just take every day and love, but I know I'll be in Jackson's position eventually. ❤😢🎉
There are no adequate words to express my sorrow for your family. I type this through tears. My heart hurts for you and you have my deepest sympathy. What wonderful cat parents Caroline had. Thank you for sharing this precious yet difficult journey. We are incredibly blessed to have these amazing family members.
I have been on the cancer journey with my first cat. The treatment was so much worse than a possible cure and I knew when it was time to let her go. I stayed with her and held her and I felt such gratitude to be there on that final part of her journey. I was with my dad when he passed also and being with my girl prepared me.for that. It was such a feeling of peace, and joy at the thought of my Dad sitting with her on his lap because he loved her so much but he was so allergic to cats and couldn't stay around her long. We scattered their ashes together. ❤
Im sure you see Caroline. I feel my girl walk across my feet at night. They are always with us. 🐾
I haven't shed a tear over one human I've ever lost. Not family, not friends, not co-workers. ...but cats. That's different. They gave nothing but love. ( In between the hairballs and other little presents. ) Never regret their loss, it was inevitable, only celebrate what an amazing life they had. Imagine their lives if you hadn't let them into your family.
same, as far as humans go if its a natural death I just don't feel bad because there's so much build up and they can process it. Cats just hit different.
Me either, fifth Rider. And agree 💯 percent.
I am exactly the same.Losing my cats over the years has defined my life.Nothing has been worse than saying goodbye.The pain is visceral
Rest In Paradise Caroline ❤️💙✝️🙏 May She Meet You There 💐🙏🕊️♾️
You gave your wonderful kitty a peaceful, graceful end, and that's more than a lot of lesser pet owners can say. Me, included.
I kept my poor darling rats go way too late when they were suffering, but I just couldn't accept it. Hell, even after the last one passed, I couldn't accept it. I kept her body in my mom's freezer for nearly a year after she was gone. I couldn't bring myself to give her a decent burial, and it wasn't until we were set to move that I finally gave in and asked for help, because I couldn't bring myself to dig her grave.
You are a wonderful pet father, and I know your little girl would say the same. And I thank you for being so open to share this painful journey for us. I decided to let myself go and engage in a little crying during it, which is not something I ever like to do. As you can probably guess, I have problems with excessive avoidance, and it plagues me in a lot of areas of my life.
But sometimes it's necessary to just let go and let yourself FEEL again.
Thank you.
Caroline knew profound and true love because of you. She didn’t miss out on having a kind, loving home. All your feelings are valid and it’s ok to feel and share this remarkable journey with us! Caroline is now free on the Rainbow Bridge awaiting to reunite with you one sweet day!
Thank you for letting us help walk Caroline home ❤️
My 21 year old kitten passed last month. My heart and soul went black. The pain was unbearable. I stopped hiking, going out with friends bec. I knew I had to come home and not be able to hold her. I live alone and she was my family. Fur children are such a special gift of pure love. When they leave to go home, they leave an indelible imprint on our hearts and souls. It's the best experience and the worst. I'm sure we connect with them when we transition home too. I feel such love and gratitude to all of you who adopt and love our children of the fur💖🌹
It's amazing that these beautiful creatures we get to call family offer so very much and ask for so little in return. ❤
When you heal a bit, visit your local shelter and see who might want to adopt you and be your family. They always know; if you are really lucky, one will pick you to love.
@@beckyd712 hi Becky, I did exactly that. My new fur family member summoned me via the internet and has been caring for me for 3 weeks. He's a beautiful stocky 5 y/o buff boi who insisted that I do everything his way from day one. Follows me everywhere, sleeps with me and doesn't let me out of his sight! I know my boi of 21 years had a paw in this. My heart is recovering thanks to this beautiful gift from the cat gods!💖
I am so very sorry to the core of my soul! I hope you find peace and comfort. I read that you have a new kitty, and this makes me smile. I have 4 Cats/kittens 3 years and younger, and I already have anxiety worrying about one of them passing, and it is real pain. I cannot even imagine when or if this happens. That said, may you have a beautiful and peaceful future with your new kitty. ❤️
@@nataliep2291 thank you so much!💖
I'm so sorry Jackson for your having to part from your beautiful, sweet Caroline. My heart has been heavy with and for you, and my prayers for you and Caroline and your family have been going up for you all earnestly. She is free and happily playing and running in the beauty of heaven chasing butterflies and birds. 😭💖🙏✝️🌹🌺🦋🐾🐾💕
I often get anxiety wondering if we were ‘too soon’. Thank you for sharing, ‘Never on their worst day’ - this is very powerful. Such a difficult thing to navigate, with all the ups and downs in their health, especially since we are so emotionally and spiritually connected with our fur babies - not to mention it all being entangled with our own grieving process. ‘How lucky are we’💜💜💜 Thank you, again, for sharing your intimate experience with us. Losing a pet is such a pivotal experience and the grief can be so disenfranchised and feel so isolating. We need to share more openly like you’ve done💜
Rest peacefully, Caroline 🐾 ✨
Hugs to you, Jackson💕
As the queen once said "Grief is the price we pay for love." Thank you for sharing this, and sharing your raw emotion. I was crying thinking about the cats that i have lost, but most importantly the joy they have brought to my life, fly high Caroline ♥
So sorry Jackson….this is so hard……💞
Thank you so much for sharing her with all of us. I'm just glad you were able to be there with her. Love you guys. 💜