The Shadows Came

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When we adopted Vivi we immediately noticed something was wrong with her jaw as it wasn't fully opening. Due to a vet shortage in my area we were only able to have her seen recently and it turns out she may have suffered a broken jaw before we found her. We are setting another appointment to have x-rays done with the hope that surgery can help.

I don't really have a lot of friends in life. I spend a lot of time lonely and I think my catalogue of poetry is a testament to that but Vivi has filled me with joy this past month. And I will do everything in my power to save her the way she saved me from the pain inside. All I can do right now is hope for the best.

The shadows came From the Gallows Pole To chase me Infecting my brain To make me think Maybe I should take my own life At the Gallows Pole When love leads to heartbreak And silence to loneliness The poison was potent Until A different shadow came In the form of a black kitten To chase me And cleanse my mind To make me think Maybe I should love my own life And shun the Gallows Pole When comforted purrs Lead to warmth and joy Vivi's love was potent And now I will do anything To make sure she thrives -

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Darlene De Beaulieu

Date: 8/22/2022 11:57:00 AM

Hello Christopher Goss,I understand your feeling s for your cat. I also have a cat She is 9 years old. Just do the best you can. i feel the love you have for this kitten. Let me know what happens. blessings my friend.