But without the Little Kitten I am afraid. I wish I could give you better news.
He died while sleeping in the sun yesterday morning. In all the time he was here he never really woke up. His eyes seldom opened. He weighed little more than feather. He just got lighter and lighter then softly drifted away.
But the other two are alive and noisy and still gaining weight and beginning to move about confidently. Can you see Middle Puss under NannyBoos chin in the photo above? These two really are fighters. Maybe even mousers eventually.
And BooNanny is ever watchful.
While I was working in the barn Sheila came in to tell me that now the field chickens were out of Pats Paddock she could resume her walks.
So she has.
Life goes on. Daisy is still wondering whether Mama has better grass that she does. 
We have piles of forage for the animals this autumn. The grass is still growing.
Have a lovely day.
Love your friend, celi
The Kitchen's Garden 
70 responses to “Life goes on …”
What a sweet way for the little one to pass on – in the warm sunshine while napping. All my love to you all.
I agree Misky. It sounds like a lovely way to go doesn’t it?
Big hugs to Celi and Boo.
Very sorry to hear the little one did not make it but you (and Boo) did all you could and then some.
So sorry to read that Celi. Wondering if Boo noticed. The other two will be strong with Boo’s influence. We’ve had sme very lovely warm days but the nights are still chilly,
Oh, how sad. But these things happen and you’re right, life goes on. Some kittens just don’t make it. We once had a litter of five and only two out of the five survived, even though they were in a warm and safe environment.
How very sad and I am wondering how our dear NannyBoo is handling the loss.
The little one passed in a warm, safe place. You and Boo can take comfort in that. Lovely photos of the other animals enjoying the Fall sunshine.
well, if you’ve got to go, then drifting off relaxing in the sunshine would be my preferred way too. Poor little guy. At least the time he had he was being loved and cared for. Life goes on in the farmy and everyone must too. 🙂 Big hugs to both you and Boo.
Does Boo seem to miss the little one? I know that this death is just another example of “nature’s way” so I’m wondering how Nature (in the form of a dog who clearly loves the kitties) reacts…Can’t help but feel sad. I don’t know how you do it. I grow connected to these animals through pictures and words…if I were with them every day I can’t imagine… And, yes, so agree with Cheryl in Ct., the little one passed with warmth and safety. If only we were all so lucky. Lots of love from this side of the ocean to the middle of your adopted continent.
I wondered if Little Puss would make it or not and it seemed he might. I agree with others on here, what a way to drift away … napping in the warm sunshine only to awaken in Kitty Heaven! The remaining two will always think Nanny Boo is their Momma and he will protect those furry babies like he is their Momma! What a sweet and tender story you have told and we all want to hear the on-going saga of these babies and Boo.
The way Boo is looking after these kittens just amazes me… has he left all his other duties now just to look after them? I its truly beautiful to watch via your photos…
Aww I’m sorry for the loss, but unfortunately that looked like it was a sad possibility for the little dear soul. Glad to see the other ones are keeping Boo busy and doing really well though!
Sniff sniff – I’m so sorry runt didn’t make it. I was really, REALLY pulling for him. I felt his pain due to me being a little runt baby too. Poor thing. I’m going to go tell daddy so he can light a candle for runt. Hogs and snout kisses – XOXO – Bacon
Sheila has gotten so big! She makes almost like 4 of me now. WOW – What are you feeding her? It has to be delicious my friend – snorts
I am so sorry….it is very difficult to try so hard and lose something so fragile and sweet. A nice place to cross over the rainbow bridge…in the warm sunshine and loved even if for such a short time. You have good Kharma coming your way. Compassion is a wonderful gift that you give and it comes right back. Love and light!
*sob* It did seem that the poor little mite was unlikely to survive.
I’m sorry to hear about the littlest kitten. It sounds like he passed peacefully and warm. There’s something poetic that he was sleeping in the sun when it happened. Cats do love their spots of sun. Your outlook on life and death is always refreshing to me C – it’s honest. I hope that you have a good day today. The farmy is looking vibrant in its autumn hues.