Sam Sam's story Sam Sam was 2 days old when he was found in a shoe box, on a Friday morning, at the vet hospital where our niece Dani, worked. Dani, asked for permission to take the tiny orphan home to care for him over the week-end. During which time she called my mother and father-in-law, asking them whether they would be interested in taking on a orphan kitten. Sam Sam's chances of survival were pretty slim, but Mom, provided 24 hour care. Dad took over when Mom was to exhausted to keep going. Dad named the little guy Sam. Sam had numerous behavioral and health issues over the next 6 years. Perhaps this was due to not being raised by his mother, or siblings around him. What we did know was the only human that Sam liked and tolerated was my father-in-law. Jaime's sister invited Mom to come to Australia and stay with her for 6 months. I asked about Sam's care as we would not be available to come by everyday to care for him. The decision was made to bring him home with us. We packed him into his carrier and headed home with a screaming demon. We live in a cabin in the rain forest on the island of Hawaii (USA). There is a 60 foot walking path that leads from the cabin to the road. Whenever we returned from an outing here would come Sam Sam, trotting down the path to welcome us home. He was always so happy to see us. I always made it a special point, to talk to him and bend down to scratch his ear. He would then lead the way home tail held high, like a flag saying I know the way just follow me. Sam Sam you are missed and always will be. You gave me your trust, friendship and love. Many humans do not think that cats can love, but, they can and do. Rainbow Bridge... Sam Sam's health took a turn for the worse and despite of our best efforts. We decided to let Sam Sam embarked on the journey to Rainbow Bridge. Sam Sam... you were a wonderful companion, a skilled hunter and very special friend. I know that you have made some new friends and you are young and healthy again. |
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