Mittens is a beautiful, long haired muted tortie who spent many happy years with her mommy, Dottie, in Southern California. When Dottie passed away in 2003, Jeri brought Mittens to Best Friends Animal Sanctuary. We were good friends with Jeri and Dottie, and so we visited Mittens often. She just didn't find a nitch there; so we adopted her in October 2003, and she found her purrfect home at Furry Friends Haven just 1/2 mile from us, with her loving mom Jayne. FFH is a haven for older and special needs kitties and dogs, and Mittens spent five happy years there. She loved the outdoor screened enclosures and spent many hours watching the birds, the squirrels and enjoying the fresh air of Utah and all the beautiful scenery. She had found her place at last, and Jayne gave her so much love and caring. On 10/14/08, it became obvious that it was time for Mittens to go home, across Rainbows Bridge, to be with her mommy, Dottie again. Jayne and we were with her, holding her, telling her how much she was loved, and she quietly, gently and sweetly slipped away from us. We know that Dottie was waiting at the Bridge, scooped her up in her arms, and they are together in a place of incredible beauty. Now Mittens has a meadow to play in, is her young beautiful self, has butterflies to chase, sunlight to bask in, trees to climb to watch the birds, blue sky and gentle breezes to ruffle her fur. Most of all, she has her mommy's lap to curl up in and take a snooze and angels to watch over them. May God's arms encircle them and all the furbabies. We will all be together again one day in God's time. In the meantime, Mittens is our angel, watching over us with purrs of love. Her loving aunties, Clare, Martha and Jeri, and her mom at Furry Friends Haven, Jayne 12/3/08 - Merry Christmas, little one. We're sure that you're loving every minute there with your mommy, Dottie. We think of you so often and love you so much. Enjoy the warmth of the fire in the fireplace and the golden Christmas trees, as you watch the snow gently falling outside the windows of your warm and love filled home. We'll see you when we get there. Our love is with you always. Your loving aunties, Clare, Martha and Jeri Her loving aunties, Clare, Martha and Jeri, and her mom at Furry Friends Haven, Jayne 12/11/08 - Precious Mittens, Nova has crossed Rainbows Bridge to be with you and all the others from Furry Friends Haven who have crossed before her. Please take her under your paw and show her all the beauty that is in that wonderful place. She crossed so suddenly so we know that God has a very special plan for her and needed her there. We ask that you, Nova and all the other dear furbabies of Jayne's go to the Bridge and send your love down into her grieving heart. We are doing what we can here to ease her pain and give her our love and support. Purr your love deep into her broken heart. We'll all be together again one day. In the meantime be Mom Jayne's special angels, watching over and for her. Your aunties, Martha and Clare 12/31/08 - As this year slips into the past, we want you to know that we love you and miss you. May you and your mommy, Dottie, have a grand and glorious 2009 across the Bridge, enjoying one another and watching over us who will join you one day. Love you, Mittens - Your aunties, Martha, Clare and Jeri 2/7/09 - Happy Valentine's Day, dear One. You are in our hearts forever. 3/3/09 - Happy Easter, Sweetie! This is your very first Easter across the Bridge. Snuggle close in the lap of your mommy, Dottie, and know that we sent our love to you on Easter and always. Your aunties, Clare, Martha & Jeri 8/12/09 - Dear Sweet Mittens, we ask that you take good care of Charlie who just crossed Rainbows Bridge today. He lived in ISO at FFH where you were when you were here. He was 15 years old here, but we know that he has all of his youth and kitty vitality again for sure now. You will know him by his sweet face and loving ways. You didn't know him here, but your mom, Jayne, saved him just a while ago and gave him a loving home for the short time that he was with her. Please, take Charlie by the paw and run to the Bridge and purr your love into your mommy's heart. She is hurting so much right now, losing both Charlie and Jake just today. We know that your love and Charlie's love are wrapped around her heart. Please watch over your mommy and let her know how much she is loved. We love you and Charlie so much too. Your Aunties Clare & Martha 10/14/09 - Sweetest Mittens, we know that you are celebrating your first anniversary at the Bridge by purring your sweet love to us and to your mommy whose heart is hurting again today. Dear Aggie just came to join you yesterday. We ask that you welcome her and show her all the wonderful delights of everything there....the glorious sunshine, the beautiful meadows, the trees, the light and all the good foodies that the angels provide for all of you. And please don't forget those of us who are left here....your aunties Clare & Martha and your precious mom, Jayne. Purr your love to us on the winds that blow and light our lives with your sweet kitty kisses. We love you to the moon and back...you, Aggie and all the other beloveds who are there with you. Gentle hugs always. Your Aunties Clare & Martha 11/29/09 - Merry Christmas, dearest Mittens. This is your second Christmas at the Bridge, so we're asking that you take Charlie and Aggie under your paw and let them know that Christmas is so beautiful where you are. Gaze with wonder at the Christmas trees all filled with lights and golden balls and cherish all the loving rubbies from God and take snoozes in the laps of the Christmas angels. And give Dottie a big kitty kiss from us. Your loving aunties, Clare & Martha 3/14/10 - Spring is just around the corner, and we want you to know how much you are loved at all seasons. We love you, Aunties Clare & Martha 9/16/10 - You are loved to the moon and back! Your aunties, Clare & Martha 10/14/10 - Beloved Mittens, you have been at the Bridge for two years now and we're sure you're safe and happy. You are missed, but we know that you are loving being with your mommy, Dottie. We ask that both of you watch over us always until we get there. We love you to the moon and back, your aunties, Clare, Martha & Jeri 11/26/10 - Once again, the holidays are upon us, and this will be your third Christmast at the Bridge. We know that you are watching the angels decorate the trees with sparkling ornaments of gold and silver. May those same Christmas angels hold you close to their hearts always. Your loving aunties Clare, Martha & Jeri 12/25/10 - Merry Christmas, sweet Mittens. You are in the thoughts and hearts of us who love you so much. We'll be with you one day in that place of endless beauty. We love you so much. Your aunties, Clare, Martha & Jeri 1/29/11 - You are our Valentine now and always. We love you. Your aunties, Clare, Martha & Jeri 2/25/11 - We know that you are with our Katy and BG and that the three of you are having a grand time, running and playing, eating all the good foodies and then snoozing in the laps of the angel and being with your mom, Dottie. We love you forever and always, your Aunties Clare, Martha & Jeri 3/18/11 - Happy Spring, precious Mittens! The weather is turning warmer here, and we know that you are enjoying the luxurious sunshine where you are, running and playing and enjoying all the treasures of that magical place. And for sure, snoozing in your mom's lap. Please keep an eye on us here and watch over our Katy, okay? We love you. Your aunties, Clare, Martha and Jeri 4/25/11 - You are loved and cherished always. Your Aunties Clare, Martha and Jeri 5/29/11 - This is Memorial Day weekend, and we send our love to you today and always. You are always in our hearts. Your Aunties Clare, Martha and Jeri 6/17/11 - The warm days of summer are upon us, and we send our love to you. You are forever in our hearts and thoughts. Your Aunties Clare, Martha and Jeri 6/18/11 - Sweet Little Girl, we know that you were at the Bridge yesterday morning at 5:00, 6/17/11, to help Biggie cross the Bridge into that land where there is no sadness, no pain, no seizures...just health and happiness and joy. Be with him and show him all around and take him to the angels for his naptime. We love you, precious Mittens, always, your Aunties Clare and Martha 9/15/11 - The year is fast passing by. We know that you are snoozing on the lap of your mommy, Dottie, and that you watch over us and over your Auntie Jeri from that safe place. Please always remember that we love you sooooo much. Your Aunties Clare and Martha and Jeri 10/14/11 - It's hard to believe that you have been at the Bridge for 3 years now, precious Mittens. We know that you are running and playing and being held by your mommy, Dottie. Please remember to stop once in a while and smile down on us. Enjoy the banquet that is being prepared in your honor for your anniversary today. We know that our Katy and BG will be there, along with so many others. St. Francis will be there with all the angels and your mom, and all is beautiful! You are such a special girl, and we love you forever and always. Your aunties Clare and Martha 11/25/11 - The Holidays are once again here, and we know that you are cuddled in front of the fireplace with your precious kitty friends from the Haven and especially your mommy, Dottie. We hold you close and love you always. Your aunties, Clare and Martha and Jeri 3/20/12 - Spring is here and we know that you are spending time with your mommy, Dottie. Please remember to look down on us with your love and visit us in our dreams. God bless you, precious Mitties. Your aunties, Clare and Martha and Jeri 5/28/12 - When someone you love becomes a memory, the memory becomes a treasure. You are remembered with love on Memorial Day and always, sweet Mitties. Clare and Martha and Jeri 9/16/12 - Autumn is approaching, and we know that you are safe in the arms of your mommy, Dottie. You are forever loved by us and tucked in our hearts forever. Clare and Martha and Jeri 10/14/12 - Sweetest Mittens, this is your 4th anniversary at the Bridge, and we know that you are celebrating there with your mom, Dottie, and all the others who crossed the Bridge on this date with you. The banquet is laid, and our BG and Katy will be joining you along with all the others who are there with you, enjoying all the wonderful food, the glorious sunshine, the gentle breezes, and the presence of God and the Angels. May you have a purrfectly grand time and watch over us. We'll see you when we get Home. You are forever loved by us. Clare and Martha and Jeri 12/3/12 - Merry Christmas, gorgeous girl! We know that as you celebrate your 4th Christmas in that beautiful place with your mommy, Dottie, that you are filled with joy and excitement. We hope that you are watching over us too, and that you will remember to send kitty purrs to your Auntie Jeri for Christmas. You are loved. Clare and Martha 3/31/13 - Happy Easter! We know that you and your mommy are watching over your Auntie Jeri and sending blessings from that glorious place. Remember that you are loved by many. Clare and Martha 10/14/13 - This is your 5th anniversary at the Bridge and we know that you are safe there with your mommy, Dottie, and watching over your Auntie Jeri. There will be a fine banquet set for you and all the others who crossed the Bridge today. Celebrate, enjoy the foodies, and we know our Tashi, Katy and BG will be right there with you. Watch over your Auntie Jeri and us and we'll all be together again one day. God's love surrounds you in that beautiful place. You are always loved. Clare and Martha 12/3/13 - Merry Christmas, sweet one. We know that you are snoozing on your mommy's lap and enjoying every Christmas with her. Watch over us here and know that you are loved and cherished. You are always in our hearts. Clare and Martha 10/14/14 - Dearest Mittens, Wow! This is your 6th anniversary at the Bridge. It is great to know that you're with your mommy, Dottie, and that your love surrounds your Auntie Jeri here. The food at the banquet today will be fantastic, and we know that our Tashi, Katy and BG and many others will be there with you. Watch over your Auntie Jeri and us, and we know that we'll see you again one day when we come Home. You are surrounded by the light and love of God and the Angels. Just remember that we love you. Clare & Martha 12/25/14 - Merry Christmas, sweet Mittens. We know that you and your mom are celebrating the joys of the season. Watch over your Auntie Jeri and send her purrs on the breeze. Just know that we love you too. Martha and Clare 10/14/15 - We're celebrating your 7th anniversary at the Bridge with you and your mommy, Dottie. We know you're together and sharing lots and lots of love. Your Auntie Jeri is 101 and sends her love to you just as we do, on angels' wings. Please watch over your Auntie Jeri and send purrs of love into her heart. Enjoy the banquet with all the others and know that one day we'll get to see you and your mommy again when we come Home. Love and light and peace surround you forever and always. Remember that we love you and your mommy. Clare and Martha 12/2/15 - Merry Christmas, precious Mittens and Dottie. We send you Christmas blessings and lots of love. Clare & Martha, Jackie & Callie 10/14/16 - Wow! This is your 8th anniversary at the Bridge. We know you're getting lots of catnaps on the lap of your mommy, Dottie. Be sure to watch over your Auntie Jeri and send her whisker kisses. The banquet is all set for you and the others who crossed the Bridge today and all will be there. We'll see you again one day for sure. Remember that we love you and please tell your mommy that we love her too. Clare and Martha 12/25/16 - Happy Christmas, dear Mittens and Dottie. We know you dwell in love and light. Remember we love you. Clare & Martha 10/14/17 - On this your 9th anniversary at the Bridge we know you're with your mommy and that you share the Love and Light of that beautiful place. We know you're watching over your Aunt Jeri and sending her purrs and paw hugs. Enjoy the banquet set for you and all who crossed the Bridge today. We're sending loads of love and hugs to you and Dottie, your mommy. You're always in our hearts. Clare & Martha 12/25/17 - Merry Christmas, dearest Mittens and Dottie. Always know that we love you. Clare & Martha 9/8/18 - Always loved. Clare & Martha 10/14/18 - Sweet Mittens, this is your 10th anniversary at the Bridge and we know you're cuddled with your mommy. The banquet will be beautiful again this year and we know you'll enjoy all the good foodies. We're sending you loads of love and hugs and to your mommy, Dottie, too. You're remembered with Love and Light and always in our hearts. Clare and Martha 12/25/18 - Happy Christmas, sweet Mittens and Dottie. Please remember that we love you both, and we'll see you again one day. Clare & Martha 10/14/19 - Dearest Mittens, this is your 11th anniversary at the Bridge and your mommy is right there with you, and you are snuggled on her lap. Be sure to eat lots of goodies at the banquet and then curl up again for a peaceful nap in Dottie's lap. You and your mommy, Dottie, are always in our hearts, in our memories and with love. Clare and Martha 12/25/19 - Merry Christmas, dear Mittens and Dottie. You are kept in our hearts always and we love you both. We'll all be together again one day. Clare and Martha 10/14/20 - Precious Mittens, lovely kitty, this is your 12th anniversary at the Bridge and your mommy holds you close and you are snuggled in her arms. We think of you often and know that you are safe in God's Love and Light. We remember your mom, Dottie, and you with love and peace. You are loved! Clare and Martha and Jackie 12/25/20 - Happy Christmas, dear Mittens and Dottie. You are always and forever in our hearts and we love you both. We'll see one day at the Bridge. Clare and Martha and Jackie 10/14/21 - Beautiful Mittens, this is your 13th anniversary there and we know you're safe with your mommy, Dottie, and safe in God's Love. We remember both you and Dottie and send lots of love. We'll see you again one day. Please remember that you are loved. Clare and Martha 12/25/21 - Merry Christmas, sweet Mittens and Dottie. We love you both so much and we'll see you at the Bridge one day for sure. Clare and Martha 10/14/22 - Sweetest Mittens, as you celebrate your 14th anniversary there, we are so certain that you are snuggled in your mommy's arms, held close to her heart. We think of you and Dottie, your mom, often, knowing you both live in Love and Light and Peace. You are truly loved. Clare and Martha 12/25/22 - Happy Christmas, precious Mittens and Dottie. Your are truly loved and I know that you're talking with Martha and enjoying the beauty there. I love you. Clare 12/25/23 - Merry Christmas, lovely Mittens. Snuggle close to your mommy's heart and purr your love in Dottie's ear. You are loved and cherished. I hold you in my heart. Clare |
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