I have to let my frustration out. Sorry for this post.

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48. Elijah would have been proud to know what you've written here.

A better testament to the love the two of you felt for each other could not have been written. Having lost more than a few of my elderly babies over the last couple of years, I can feel the pain of your heart breaking. And each of those were ferals or castaways who found their way to my porch. Each one was special in his own way, speaking with his own voice in a language of purrs and sometimes (if we're lucky) soft cat paws on our cheeks. They are more than our companions. They are more than just "animals"... they are more than just ferals or castoffs. They are sentient beings who are built with a need for love just like we are.

And I agree... wherever my babies have gone once they crossed the Rainbow Bridge... that's where I want to go. Any place else would be hell.

Peace to you, hamsterjill. I'm sure Elijah will be sending you his love, still, from the great Universe. If you're lucky, you might even get a glimpse of him out of the side of your eye once in a while. I don't believe they ever really leave us. They take care of us now, just as we took care of them.

May Bast hold you in her paws and give you comfort.