Tuesday, April 9, 2019

Fade to Orange

I think Parker had an accident last night, and may have hurt himself. He has been jumping up on the kitchen counters, and even the stove-top, as I have mentioned in previous entries. I believe he attempted it last night and failed.

I was in the bedroom when a heard a loud noise, much like a crash, from the kitchen. I came out to find Parker lying on the floor, looking quite nonchalant, and not at all hurt. But I noticed several claw-husks around him. His claws had not broken, but I suspect he had lost some husks trying gain a purchase before falling. I checked him over and he seemed uninjured, but I can’t exert too much pressure on his body anyway because of his condition.

For the rest of the evening, the orange-boy seemed a little out of sorts; subdued, even for his current state. He didn’t want anything to eat, but that was no indication of extra trauma: he had eaten very well at dinner-time.

This morning, he ate a good breakfast in terms of amount, but he seemed almost reluctant in his attendance to the food. Yet he kept wanting more, so I can’t complain about it.

I think that while Parker may have hurt himself a little last night, the greater damage has been to his self-esteem. As his cancer progresses, he will find that there is less he can accomplish. His strength will decrease, his stability will diminish. My sturdy-boy is facing the sad realisation that he is no longer sturdy.

15 comments:

  1. Poor Parker. I'm glad he doesn't appear to be injured, but it's heart-breaking to "watch" him (via your posts) decline. Much more difficult for you, of course, being his caretaker and companion. I "light" my (LED) candles every day for him, and for all of you...Give him a kiss and cuddle from me, tell him I sending lots of Light and love.

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  2. Poor Parker. It's like humans with a debilitating disease who suddenly realize they can't do things they used to take for granted.

    Even if only his pride was injured, that's still a very sad thing.

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  3. dood....itz oh kay; we haz all mizzed a jump; even thoz like me; mackerull... whooz onlee 11 monthz....my pride got hurt two... and even de big katoona said....sorree dood ~~ ♥♥♥

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  4. We'll always think of you as sturdy, Parker!

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  5. It's okay Parker, we love you always!

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  6. Dear Parker. That happens to all of us. I was wrestling with a chain saw yesterday cutting down tree limbs and the chain came off and kept coming off and I had to give up because of stamina and exhaustion at that ... at my stupid inability to figure out what was wrong and also because my physical abilities were spent. Cats realize a lot more than we give them credit for sometimes. Coming to terms with not being able to do things like we once did is not easy for humans or cats.

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  7. it is hard when the will is strong but the body just can't respond

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  8. Oh poor Parker. But the important thing is that he was not physically hurt. I know his illness is hard on the both of you, but please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you.

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  9. Poor Parker. I'm glad he doesn't appear to be seriously hurt.

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  10. Poor Parker, I am glad it was only his pride that was hurt. That is one of the hardest things. Your mind thinks you can carry on as you always have done, but the body won't co-operate.

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  11. Awww Buddy you just rest. no more kitchen gymnastics ok!!

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  12. Dear Parker. It is very sad that you are no longer able to climb the mighty peaks of the kitchen. Maybe it is best to rest and enjoy your walking adventures outdoors. I am happy that you were not hurt.

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  13. Parker darling. Sending my love to you, you are a precious loving boy.

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  14. Sending you lots of love, Parker! Glad you have a human (caretaker) that takes such good care of you and all your needs!

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  15. Maybe you should check if everything is ok? I recommend you to visit a vet. Just in case

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