by Jean Baker
It's been 4 weeks yesterday since you left us, my little black-haired girl. I miss you so much, Child of My Heart. You were always there when I needed you. Remember that awful summer 5 years ago when I was gone just about every day visiting my mom and Dale in their nursing homes? You would wait for me every evening when I came home tired and discouraged. I would see the love shining from your pretty blue eyes and know that you were telling me that you cared. When my Mom, Dale, and Tiki left us, you were right by my side to cuddle and push your nose under my hand, showing me that I wasn't alone.
You came with me to a new home and helped to make it happy. Your new Dad fell in love with you and Bandit the very day we arrived. How lucky we were to be here with him!
When you became ill, my little one, I grieved, although I tried not to let you see me cry. The day you left for the Bridge I stayed with you until you put your little wings on and flew away. Now I picture you as being whole and healthy again, romping and playing with the other kitties and pups. Until we meet again and I hold you in my arms, I'll hold you in my heart, child of my heart.
Your MommyCat
Now you are gone, but you are in a wonderful place where you can be with Tiki, Chessie, Iago, Othello, Fifi Gonzales, KK, and all the other fur babies who have gone before.