In Loving Memory

Oh Sweet Girl, this world seems so lonely without you. You were truly meant for me and meant to be my companion in this crazy life. You were more than just a pet, you were my best friend. You listened and you comforted me on my worst days. You’re purrs on my heart were healing and the almost 12 years we got to spend together was not enough, but I’ll always be thankful for your sweet heart.

Gracie, we're so glad that you are no longer suffering, but oh how empty the house is today. We miss your wiggly butt, your delighted "oh my god you're home!" yips, and your snuggles. Tell Lucy we said hi. Be at peace.

I love you endlessly. My heart aches knowing you’re no longer here, because you were my whole world. The world feels dimmer without your presence. I hope you’re free from pain now and that you can feel how deeply you are loved, wherever you are in the universe.

Ragnarr, our little Buddycup. You were the bestest best friend anyone could have. You came into our lives in the strangest of ways and we were so happy you found us. Your love was unconditional, your heart was pure, you were always by our side, and you were such a loyal friend. Saying goodbye was the most difficult thing we had to do. You will forever be in our hearts so we can carry you with us wherever we go. There is a quote by Konrad Lorenz that brings me comfort: "The fidelity of a dog is a precious gift demanding no less binding moral responsibilities than the friendship of a human being. The bond with a dog is as lasting as the ties of this earth can ever be".

To our beautiful girl, Our Miikka Bear. The kitty that stole Mommy's heart on the commuter rail to Boston in 2006 and made her a "cat person". We love you more than you know. From those early days, when we just adopted you and you were a tiny little peanut. We all had the flu together and slept and slept. You slept next to us in that oversized bean bag pillow that was 10 times your size. We assumed that you thought that you hit the jackpot with a house that just napped and stayed warm and cozy all the time. You showed us you are mighty when you - weighing less than 1 lb - booped a bull mastiff on the snoot and showed him not to mess with you. You were the ittiest bittiest of kitties. Not expected to thrive, as you were so underweight and the runt of the litter. Originally named Maureen, you found a place in our hearts and we renamed you Miikka. A Finnish name, it means "who looks like God". You are a goddess in our world. We have taken thousands and thousands of pictures of you and had hoped to take a thousand more. You've made a place in our hearts that can never be replaced. We love you, Kitty Mommy and Daddy

Mavis, you hold such a special place in our hearts. Our home and family will never be the same without you. Until we meet again my tinky girl 🤍

Run like the wind, sweet boy. No leash, barrier, tether, or tie-out will ever hold you back again.

We love and miss you Boo Boo.

Miss Emma Bemma, My sweet little girl. My little cuddle bug, always demanding food and lap time, you weren’t afraid to speak your mind and oh boy, did you. My little yapper, you didn’t know anything other than love, not a single mean bone in your body. You were the bested friend I could have ever asked for. I am so blessed we crossed paths and was given the opportunity to love you for 10 years of your life. My little mini me, I hope mama did good by you. You deserve the world baby girl. There won’t be a single day I won’t miss your crunchy meows, your head butts demanding pets and lap time, your little zoomies. Everyone who ever had the chance to meet you had nothing but sweet words for you. You truly were a little lover, showing everyone what unconditional felt like. With the patience of a saint, you healed so much in me. You truly are my soul cat. I always assumed you’d magically become immortal and I’d never have to say goodbye. You fought all the way to the end, and I hope I gave you a respectable and peaceful passing. I hope you’re resting well baby. I hope to cross paths with you again. All the sunny spots are reserved just for you mama’s. ❤️ - Love, Mama

More Than a Dog — My Protector in This Life and Beyond