Cuddles. The little chicken so aptly named because all she wanted to do was sit in my lap and have her belly rubbed.
Cuddles. The little chicken that followed me with her eyes since she was a day old.
Cuddles. The little chicken that would quietly post for pictures in my arms whenever a newspaper, magazine or friend wanted to snap a shot.
Cuddles, the little chicken who cheated death on too many occasions to count, has died.
I'll tell you more a little later about what happened. Just not now.
Thank you to everyone who worried, offered advice, shed a tear or broke into a smile because of her these past 5 years.
Have a good weekend.
Karen
Tina
Karen, your love for and devotion to Cuddles was apparent from your writings. My condolences on your loss of a wonderful companion.
Andrea Claire
Oh KB,
So sorry.
I have to tell Zoie. She still talks about Cuddles.
xo
Andrea
Karen
Thanks Andrea. I'm not sure how I'm going to tell all the little kids in the neighbourhood! They all love her. ~ karen
BethH
Karen, my heartfelt sympathy goes out to you. I have enjoyed your stories about Cuddles and at one time I checked in on the coop cam every night before bed to make sure that she was in for the night. She truly was a special pet, but more than a pet, a member of your family and I know that you will miss her very much.
Barbara Crane
Dearest Karen, I've never left a comment before but this news brought tears to my eyes. Our pets are our family and are loved as much, be they chickens, dogs or cats. Cuddles enjoyed a wonderful life, full of love and caring, she will never be forgotten. Only those of us who have lost such loved ones understand the grief you are going through. My heart and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Barbara C
Tammy
So very sorry for your loss. Thank you for sharing Cuddles with us.
Alicia Herron
today I learned that David Bowie passed away... which is really sad... but your losing Cuddles is more disheartening... I guess because it's more relate-able. I'm sorry Karen, Prayers for you <3
Suzanne
Sad, sad news. Sorry for your loss. Thinking of you.
Barb
Karen, I offer up my sincerest condolences for the untimely passing of your dearest Cuddles. Though they are only animals, these sweet characters that enter our lives and become more than pets and so much more than just animals, these creatures from God give us their all - their trust, their lives, their love. Sweet Cuddles was one of the cutest chickens, with a personality all her own! She lives on in you and will, no doubt, remain in your heart forever! Rest in Peace, Cuddles, and may God Bless you both.
Pate Garson
Dearest Karen - Cuddles adored you and you were a great mama. I like to believe that our loved ones are still with us after they die, we just can't see them.
My heart aches for you sweetheart. You lost your Cuddles and because you shared your sweet baby with all of us, I feel like we lost a dear friend.
Sending you love and hugs ,
Pate
Stacy
I'm am so sorry for your loss. Cuddles was never "just" a chicken. You had 5 wonderful years with her.
Dee
My heart is breaking for you and little Cuddles. She was a dear and I know you will miss her. We all will. I'm so sorry.
Heather (mtl)
Karen, I am so sorry for your sad loss!
Two years ago, just before Christmas, I had to put down my fur baby Juliette. It was the most difficult time and I still cry at her mention. However.... I know how lucky I was to have spent 11 years with her and am now able to smile at her name knowing how rich my life was because of her.
I think Cuddles was the most loved chick-a-doll we all knew of, so take comfort in knowing your grief is not only understood, but felt deeply.
My heart goes out to you - je te donne mon coeur, ma fille.
Jenny Brandon
I'm so sorry. I told my son all about you, your blog, and Cuddles over the holiday. Such sad news. Cuddles was a real superstar chicken.
Lisa KT
Oh no! So sorry for the loss of Cuddles. She had a rich, wonderful life and will be missed. Having 3 chickens of my own I know they are not "just chickens". They become a part of our hearts. Thoughts are with you during this difficult time.
Susan
I'm so sorry Karen, to hear about Cuddles. Every word you wrote about her told us how much she meant to you.
Daphne
When I read the title I already feared she was gone. This precious lady really lived all her 9 lives to the fullest.
tami
My condolences Karen. I truly admire how you took care of her. The level of care and attention you provided to her was quite humbling. She was a very lucky chicken.
Aspasia
I'm so sorry. Anyone who doesn't understand what she meant to you has never loved an animal.
Michele
Oh Karen....your article on your chicken coop was the reason I started following you. You're the reason my husband and I finally went and purchased our chickens after talking about it for a year. I know there's many of us and one of you but, I feel like I lived through all your ups and downs with Cuddles and am so sad with you. Please know that she was a gift and that she wants you to be another chickens mom now too.
Kim
Oh Karen, I am so very sorry to hear that your sweet Cuddles has passed. My heart aches with you. We all know how much you loved your girls . Sending you hugs :)