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Monday, May 23, 2016

A Very Sad Day

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It's been a sad day for us as we have had to farewell our sweet cat....
He was quite the character, and even starred in his own post here.


(This was taken in 2006, when he was in his prime)

He came to us at just six weeks old, and left us today aged 16 1/2.


He was dearly loved, by three generations of the family, and the neighbours!!


He often tried to photo-bomb my card photo sessions.


He was quite adept at playing to the camera!!,


and climbing around the pergola frame, and pretending that he could not get down!!


He was adept a begging for treats - he loved chicken - his ambrosia - 
and ice cream.


Too sore to curl up, but he still loved sleeping on the deck, especially if we were out there.

Farewell our sweet, and bossy, friend, our home will be very empty without you.

22 comments:

froebelsternchen said...

That is so sad! I am sorry for your loss - he will live in your hearts forever I am sure!
♥♥♥
Susi

Pamellia said...

Oh Maxine, this post has saddened my heart today! How attached we get to these amazing creatures with their unique personalities and quirky habits. So sad that they have such short little lives, but I imagine he was loved and had much happiness in his 16 years!! My heart goes out to you in this time of sadness, I will be thinking of you today. big hugs :)

MariLynn said...

He looked like a well loved part of your family. He is sure to be missed. Saying prayers for you and your family.

Suchi said...

So sorry to hear this Maxine!! He was so awesome...may his soul rest in peace... :(

Liz said...

So sorry to hear your sad news. I'm sure you'll treasure all the memories you have of your beautiful cat. xx

MaryH said...

So sorry that you've lost your beloved friend. Easy to see he was the ruler of his kingdom here, as I enjoyed the pictures. I know Dogs wait at the Rainbow Bridge, but I would think kitties could just as well. He certainly was quite a handsome fella too. Some good pictures. TFS & Blessings.

Shelly Schmidt said...

So sorry for your loss Maxine !

Gerrina said...

So sorry to read this! Just treasure the moments that you enjoyed together!

Lovely Linda said...

Oh Maxine - words just don't seem to express the heart - our furbabies are such a HUGE part of our lives. I am so sorry for your loss, I know he will leave a HUGE hole in your heart - but the memories are treasures you can carry with you! Sending you {{{hugs}}} and praying for you my friend! :)

Olga Fink said...

Maxine I am so sorry for your loss! Furchildren take such a huge place in our hearts! He was very handsome and may you live to remember him with a smile and warmth in your hearts! My prayers and thoughts go to you today...
Xoxo Olga

jimlynn said...

Maxine, I'm so sorry to read this! He was such a beautiful cat. I know he gave you years of devotion. Think of all that happy memories you had with him.
Lynn

Princess Judy Palmer said...

I am so sad to hear of your loss. I know your hearts are breaking. Our furry children mean so much to us and are just like family (better than family sometimes).

Dee's Craft Room said...

This must be a very sad time for you are your family, I only knew him briefly through these virtual pages, but his passing has bought tears to my eyes and sadness to my heart. I am sure you have many happy memories of your times together and I hope they will get you through the coming weeks.

Dionne x

aussie aNNie said...

Maxine, to lose a fur baby is so sad, my heart goes out to you...hugs,xxxxx

Unknown said...

Maxine, I am so sorry for your loss. Our pets give us such fun, friendship and so many happy smiles and memories. It was lovely to see all the pictures. Blessings Carole

MiamiKel said...

Maxine, my friend - I'm so sorry for the loss of your beautiful kitty! He looks like a lovely character who has brought you joy and happiness - and for so many years! I love that you have your memories to hold on to ♥ Peace be with you, sweet friend!

creationsnz said...

He looks such a cutie Maxine and you have lots of lovely photo memories of him. CarolG

Jeanette (Forest Ranger) said...

:( I'm sorry you lost such a dear part of your family. (((HUGS)))

SewPaperPaint said...

Awe Maxine, I'm so so sorry for your loss. He looks like a fun cat and I love his facial markings. Hang in there sweetie. <3

peggy aplSEEDS said...

Hi, Maxine, I'm so sorry to hear about your loss. We have a beloved cat too and he is only one year old, but when he got lost one night, I cried and prayed so much. What a relief to find him the following day. So I can only imagine how sad it must be to say goodbye to your beautiful cat. Sending you a hug, dear friend.

Kristie W. said...

I am so very sorry for the loss of your sweet cat. What a wonderful tribute post!

Hetty said...

It is always sad when we have to say goodbye to our sweet pets. They are so much loved and part of our lives.
I am very sorry for your loss and I am sure he willbe missed a lot.