I have had many animal companions throughout my life and, of course, I have said good bye to them all.
I have come to feel that it is a good thing that humans live so much longer than cats and dogs, because it allows us so many opportunities to love the animals in our lives at a given time.
I don't run out and replace. I grieve. I mourn. I accept.
When I am ready, I adopt.
Always a rescue, or two.
Sometimes this process takes a few weeks, sometimes months.
I am so sorry for your loss of your sweet kitty Waffles, Lady.
There is a lit candle on my porch in his memory.
Peace and good thoughts.