Until you have a pet of your own, it's hard to truly understand what kind of impact they can have on your life. They become one of your family members and the love and appreciation that they show you is endlessly rewarding.
Dear Snowy,
14 years ago, I picked you out from a small shelter. I still remember the day like it was just yesterday. I had begged for a kitten for so long and when Mom and Dad finally said I could get one, I was the happiest little girl in the entire world. You came from a litter of all black sisters. The crystal clear image that I have of you in that moment is a memory I will always hold on to. There you were so tiny and white all curled up in the corner. You were unique and it’s what I loved most about you. You stood out to me in the most special way and oddly enough, I felt like I could relate to you. I knew immediately that together we could have an amazing bond.
It might sound a little strange, but I felt closer to you than I ever did to any human being. At times you were a better listener than my friends at school and it didn’t matter what I had to say, you loved me anyways. You were my best friend and a big part of our family. I appreciated your company, more than I could show you at times. For a while, I gave you lots of attention and T.L.C.. But then I grew up and I got busy with other things that I thought were important. The older I got, the more I ignored you. Truth is, towards the end I should have given you more love, because really, that’s all you ever wanted.
Even though we have found another kitten that we love dearly, you can never be replaced. There isn’t a day that goes by where I don’t think about you. When I go home to visit, I find myself accidently calling your name; hoping you will come around and when you don’t… I remember. Although I am deeply saddened that you’re gone, it broke my heart to watch you suffer. I know how sick you were and I know you were in pain. Now, you are in a place where you can be a happy, healthy cat again. Thank you for your endless love and companionship.
You were, you are and you always will be my angel in disguise.
