In Loving Memory

A poem I wrote in Rocket's memory: The Evidence You were here. Chew marks in carpet binding. Stray pieces of hay and fur missed by the vacuum. Teeth marks in the doorframe. I yelled at you when it happened. Now I look at it and smile because it was evidence that you were here. An empty bed. Toys untouched. Your medication in the refrigerator. You were here. All this love bottled up in my chest and my throat and behind my eyes. Late night tears. All of it evidence that you were loved and you were here.

Charlie brought so much love and joy to us each day. So grateful to have him the last 13 years. We loved him so very much. He is greatly missed and will always have a special place in our hearts.

Jules was the sweetest, chunkiest, chirpiest girlfriend. She loved all of the treats and all of the love. She didn't have a mean or hissy bone in her body. She loved well and left the drool behind to let you know she was happy. Our hearts are shattered but knowing she isn't in pain any longer gives us some solace. We will love her forever and cherish her for always.

Oliver was the bestest boy! - Full of love, cuddles, and fun. He loved walks, soaking up the sun, carrying his toys around the house, and snuggling next to his parents on the couch or bed. His smiles and sparkly eyes could brighten anyone's day.

One of the happiest days of my life was when I adopted you and took you home. You walked out of your crate, wandered around my apartment, explored every corner, and then plopped yourself on the couch as if to say, “I approve—this is home.” For 19 years, you were my sweet buddy: looking out the window when I came home, watching birds, waking me up each morning to remind me it was breakfast time, and sitting in my office window keeping me company while I worked. You bravely came along with me cross-country from Massachusetts to California, and even tagged along on a few vacations. Through thick and thin, I always loved coming home to you. I will miss your cute little “meerrop” sound when I kissed you and gave you scritches. I’ll miss the sound of you walking across the floor, the thump of you jumping onto my bed for snuggles, and your tail wiggles in response to my questions. I miss you so much, buddy—but I know you are pain-free now, and able to see again over the rainbow bridge. You are my little moonbeam kitty, free to roam, eat grass, and catch as many mice and crickets as you wish. I’ll never forget you. You gave me so much joy, and I’m so thankful I got to be your momma.

Oh my sweet boy, I hope you are running free with your angel wings spread so wide. You are the love of our lives. Nothing was ever more beautiful than you and that sweet smile of yours. Our hearts are shattered, but you gave us so many memories to cherish. We will spend the rest of our lives missing you, loving you, and carrying you with us. Until we meet again, my baby boy, rest easy. -Mom, Dad & Bentley

Our big girl Precious will be missed

Moofie 🤍🕊️ We don’t get the chance to be with them for the rest of our lives, but how lucky are they to spend the rest of theirs with us 💔

In Memory of Takoda She came to us once broken, from a shelter far away, But healed our hearts completely with her smile each day. From Warren County’s Humane Society, she found her way to home, A rescue with a gentle soul who never walked alone. She met the world with open arms, a hug for all she knew, No stranger ever crossed her path— each face felt warm and true. Her tail told stories of pure joy, her eyes were bright with cheer, She turned our house into a home the moment she was here. Though time was brief and hearts now ache, her love will never part, For Takoda left her paw prints deep within each grateful heart. Run free, sweet girl, beyond our sight, where fields are wide and fair, We’ll feel your smile, your loving hug, in every memory shared. 🐾

We had the joy of spending 16 1/2 wonderful years with the best cat ever. It was the toughest decision his mommy and daddy ever had to make to send our “Winston” over the rainbow bridge. Even though we weren’t able to obtain a definitive diagnosis he showed all the signs of kidney failure. He stopped eating and drinking his water even less usage of his litter box as the days progressed. He also was losing weight and could feel his little bones. We didn’t want our baby to crash from end stage renal failure or put him and his parents through the stress. Woo Woo Wayne as he was also know by along with other multiple little nick names was sick and we knew he wasn’t going to do anything but get worse and we didn’t want to put him through that suffering. He deserved a peaceful passing in our arms. Everyone knew how much we loved him. He will forever always be in our hearts and will see him again.