The last ride to the vet--it's time for my cat to go

[Mist]

I've done this with several cats over the years, but it's always hard. Realized this morning it's time for my old kitty to be euthanized. I knew it was coming for the last couple of months, but this morning, suddenly, she can't walk. She had very high blook pressure and a thyroid condition. Being 16 she slept a lot, but seemed to still enjoy her food, a cuddles, and going outside once in a while. This morning she ate breakfast but had trouble walking. I feel it's the right time. I cuddled her and told her how honored I was to have her choose to live with me, how she was an ornament in my life, and to have a safe journey to Summerland. She's not in pain, but seems very tired and a bit confused. I think she's ready, and I'm ready to let her go. A friend is riding me to the vet so that my last ride with my old girl won't have to be with her in a carrier. Even though we outlive our animal friends, it's always hard to say goodbye.