Feline Ships That Pass in the Night
It’s a different kind of Mondays with Merlin with just a quote. Merlin isn’t feeling chatty. While walking with Merlin in the garden yesterday, he passed in one direction while Odin passed him in the other. My husband and I looked at each other and said at the same time, “Like ships that pass in the night.” The moment felt loaded with meaning. We never know who is leaving or passing or when.
Every evening, Merlin presses hard into my body all night, shifting sands of memories. There is an increased urgency from him as if he know he’s running out of time. I go about my business reading, writing, pausing to watch him, coo and chat. Night after night, the same as ever and yet one night will be the last.
The days blur with a relentless pace, the night slows in reverence and surrender. Life is good.
For our readers who are celebrating Rosh Hashanah, we wish you a sweet and happy new year!
19 Comments
Oui Oui
We know the feeling well. Two years ago, our 17 & a half year kitty, Toby, made a sleeping nest one night, went to sleep and didn’t wake up. Although the mom felt badly he was by himself, he went peacefully in the manner of his choosing. We should all go that way. Our thoughts are with you, Layla.
nadbugs
Oh dear, Layla. So so bittersweet. I love your feeling here. And thank you for the holiday wishes. Your big heart is felt, over here.
Skeeter and Izzy
We know not the length nor duration of our days,only that they will end as surely as they began.The time spent in between is what matters and needs be spent wisely with much love,laughter and sharing all that there is both good and bad.
We share this time with you both and know that every touch is a memory made,every heartbeat a treasured gift. We love you Merlin as one of our own and send our purrs to you everyday to give you peace and strength on your journey.
Love to you all, Skeeter and Izzy >^^<
CATachresis
You and he certainly know how to nurture every moment! Precious time xox
Abby
Layla
Such powerful words and they hold special meaning to me as well, as I can recognize in my own household the beginnings of a change. We will keep you and Merlin in our purrs.
((hugs))
purrs
>^,,^<
✿•*¨`*•. ♥Abby♥Boo♥Ping♥Jinx♥Grace♥✿•*¨`*•.
Katnip Lounge
Enjoy every moment.
dda abbies o trout towne
merlin; dood; may ewe enjoy manee mor nights with yur familee bee fore yur ship sails home ta port….
peace……
=^..^=
Marg
Big purrs and big hugs to both of you. Just treasure every moment that he is pressed against you at night. Great post.
Glogirly and Katie
So beautiful. So true.
xo, Glogirly
CarenOsrinGittleman (@CatChatCaren)
((((hugs)))) for you and Merlin and this beautiful post. Happy Rosh Hashanah to your husband!
xoxoox
Bernadette
Layla, how perfectly expressed, and how perfectly sad, the haunting image and the words…but sadness is not a bad thing, something we must balance with joy. Just this morning I was remembering the spirits of cats who, in their leaning months, pressed up against me under the covers, Kelly, Namir, Stanley, Fawn…the sadness of knowing their end was near, yet the joy of that moment. I haven’t had much time to read lately but I always check on Merlin each Monday. Thank you for sharing his journey, and yours.
Texas, a cat in New York
((purrs and hugs))
Cheysuli
Such times are very precious. We were thankful for the two “extra” years no one thought we would have with our Georgia.
Katie Isabella
I understand fully and so does mom. Love and kisses to you dearest Merlin.
Brian
Merlin is an inspiration to all of us.
Pam Kimmell
Merlin has always been Sam’s “hero”…..we hope there are many more snuggly nights together for you and Merlin…..I know you are treasuring each one for the gift that they are.
Pam and Sam
Ingrid King
Such a sad, bittersweet time for you. It takes courage to experience this part of life fully.
Fisher
Purrs to you all. So many ships, so many nights.
Sparkle
That is something my human does not think about much… avoids thinking about, really.