Life and Death

Merced died this morning. She was a cat who gave absolute love.

Now I understand why the world's great philosophers want to believe in reincarnation. Merced deserves a better life.

Oh, don't get me wrong, we tried to give her a great life. She gave us more. Laying on your side, sound asleep, and there is a little paw poke to your cheek. Just a reminder, "I love you"... "oh, Please let me get some sleep."

A bit later, a little nuzzle and then her behind is pressing against your chest. She just wants to snuggle. And then she's softly snoring in complete security as she lies against you, as close as she can get. Absolutely confident you will protect her, never do her harm.

She always gave love. During Cancer, Depression or the downs of the day, Merced just gave love. Surely one of God's great creations...