We have to put my cat to sleep on Monday. How to stop crying?

We’ve had her since I was seven. I’m twenty one now. She was one of the cats I grew up with, and she holds memories for me of my childhood friends. She was given to us by my terminally ill aunt, and I really don’t want to let my cat go. I feel like she’s the last tangible piece I’ll have of my aunt when her time comes. I can’t stop crying. Any advice?

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EmilyEdith · 56-60, F

I'm no doctor.😑 But I think you should cry as long as you feel like you need to. There is no way to prepare for losing a pet you love like that. Spend time with her, maybe take pictures. But don't kick yourself for feeling unprepared. I am very sorry for your loss. I hope your cat gets to go to heaven and wait there for you with your aunt❤ overtime oh, the memories will outweigh the sadness of this last part, so hang in there.