Patches

February 19, 1981 - August 24, 1999

There was life before you as there will be life after you…only it can never compare to the life I had with you…

The last year you left me slowly…preparing me for life without you

As I look back I see that clearly now

There are so many things I miss about you (your feisty personality, your innocent face, how you frightened all your cat-sitters, hearing you purr with content and your uncanny wisdom)…your 8 year fight with diabetes cemented an already strong bond between us.

Wherever you are waiting for me I feel you are at peace, content from your final battle which surprisingly took the form of cancer.

Forgive me for having to make a decision I had hoped to never have to make. But seeing you suffer and knowing it would quickly become worse was enough for my decision. My purpose was to give you a quality life.

You fought many hard battles and many grew a strong respect for your spirit. You are the exception and you rallied back many times. This last time your age and diabetes were against you.

I still sense your continued presence, which has helped me cope with your loss.

18 ½ years you were a significant part of my life…

I miss you Patches, my best friend and forever companion.

Love, Linda

Read how Patches' diabetes was successfully managed for 8 years.