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Siwsan

(26,262 posts)
Wed Jan 17, 2024, 06:25 PM Jan 2024

Still no sign of Rhian or Rhys. I'm officially very worried

I just went out to check. Skittish is in the porch. She's the only adult who ever comes inside. Dylan, Snowdon and Bronwyn are there, too. That's it. The last time I saw Rhian and Rhys was just before dark, last night. I had hoped that giving them access to the indoors would protect them, especially at night. Maybe I was being too hopeful.

Honestly, I don't think I can handle any more loss. I know that's unrealistic when dealing with ferals but I still tear up when I think about poor little Tudor.

So any hopeful thoughts you can send out will be much appreciated.

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Still no sign of Rhian or Rhys. I'm officially very worried (Original Post) Siwsan Jan 2024 OP
Thoughts to you and the kitties. FSogol Jan 2024 #1
Hoping they are just being cats and will MOMFUDSKI Jan 2024 #2
You are such a good and sweet person,,,, KarenS Jan 2024 #3
You have such a big heart... Ferryboat Jan 2024 #4
Time to start mental visuals of them coming home.... Karadeniz Jan 2024 #5
Didn't see my feral friend today either codfisherman Jan 2024 #6
Perhaps they are in... 2naSalit Jan 2024 #7
I checked those. Siwsan Jan 2024 #11
They are getting big enough to... 2naSalit Jan 2024 #12
I understand the stress you feel. It is hard when we become attached to Polly Hennessey Jan 2024 #8
"" AllaN01Bear Jan 2024 #9
I'll be thinking of them. I sure hope they come home soon Walleye Jan 2024 #10
I am so glad that Tiger showed up for dinner. I know how you worry. niyad Jan 2024 #14
Sending vibes for safety and protection for all your outdoor babies, and huggggs niyad Jan 2024 #13
Maybe due to the weather, Mr.Bill Jan 2024 #15
Was my Rebl2 Jan 2024 #17
You pulled off a miracle for little Tudor. iscooterliberally Jan 2024 #16

KarenS

(4,075 posts)
3. You are such a good and sweet person,,,,
Wed Jan 17, 2024, 06:38 PM
Jan 2024

Loving & caring for those kitties is what you do. I am hoping they are safe & sound & warm somewhere nearby.

Ferryboat

(922 posts)
4. You have such a big heart...
Wed Jan 17, 2024, 06:49 PM
Jan 2024

Caring for ferals is empathy at the highest level.

They are together, probably not too far away. Inside a shed or garage. If your weather is foul it could be a huge factor in where they might hunker down.

Breathe

codfisherman

(60 posts)
6. Didn't see my feral friend today either
Wed Jan 17, 2024, 07:01 PM
Jan 2024

I know just what you mean, Siwsan. I hope maybe mine and yours are hiding under some warm neighbor house.

Siwsan

(26,262 posts)
11. I checked those.
Wed Jan 17, 2024, 07:39 PM
Jan 2024

There are tracks everywhere but that gave me a thought. In the morning I'll look and see if there are tracks leading away from the house, towards the street. I had thought it possible they were back at the neighbor's, beneath the deck, but they would definitely be here for food.

2naSalit

(86,612 posts)
12. They are getting big enough to...
Wed Jan 17, 2024, 08:23 PM
Jan 2024

Go exploring. The good part might that they are together. Hope they come back or you find them soon.

Polly Hennessey

(6,797 posts)
8. I understand the stress you feel. It is hard when we become attached to
Wed Jan 17, 2024, 07:07 PM
Jan 2024

the precious lives in our care. Rhian and Rhys will appear. I believe that. They must be together and keeping each other warm. It was difficult for all of us when you lost Tudor. Hugs and more hugs for you and your KitKids. 🤗❤️

Walleye

(31,022 posts)
10. I'll be thinking of them. I sure hope they come home soon
Wed Jan 17, 2024, 07:24 PM
Jan 2024

We had single-digit windchills here today. But at least the sun came out. I worry every time Tiger is late. Fortunately he showed up tonight at suppertime, he ate quite a bit, covered his leftovers with his little rug, and then turned around and went back; so he’s got a warm place somewhere, maybe your kitties do too.

niyad

(113,306 posts)
13. Sending vibes for safety and protection for all your outdoor babies, and huggggs
Thu Jan 18, 2024, 12:13 AM
Jan 2024

for you for being such a caring, loving kitty Mom.

iscooterliberally

(2,860 posts)
16. You pulled off a miracle for little Tudor.
Thu Jan 18, 2024, 12:47 PM
Jan 2024

You thwarted mother nature and made death sit in the waiting room so little Tudor got to have a life. Mother nature had no plans for him at all. Because of you he was loved and nurtured. After being shoved off by his litter mates he got to scare his older brothers and sisters. He got to eat delicious kitty food. When he passed he was in the arms of a loved one. Lots of people don't even get that when they pass from this world. I know you miss the little guy. I was hoping to see pictures of him all grown up too. You did great Siwsan!
It's OK to feel sad, but don't miss the opportunity to take some joy in what you did. You should be proud!

"There's not much difference between a long life and a short one. Both are just moments in time." - not sure where this came from, but it's an important quote to me.

"Don't cry because it's over. Smile because it happened." - Dr Seuss

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