Layla
Friend, please dont mourn for me Im still here, though you dont see. Im right by your side each night and day and within your heart I long to stay. My body is gone but Im always near. Im everything you feel, see or hear. My spirit is free, but Ill never depart as long as you keep me alive in your heart. Ill never wander out of your sight- Im the brightest star on a summers night. Ill never be beyond your reach- Im the warm moist sand when youre at the beach. Im the colorful leaves when fall comes around and the pure white snow that blankets the ground. Im the beautiful flowers of which youre so fond, The clear cool water in a quiet pond. Im the first bright blossom youll see in the spring, The first warn raindrop that April will bring. Im the first ray of light when the sun starts to shine, and youll see that the face in the moon shine is mine. When you start thinking theres no one to love you, you can talk to through the Lord up above you. Ill whisper my answer through the leaves on the trees, and youll feel my presence in the soft summer breeze. Im the hot salty tears that flow when you weep and the beautiful dreams that come while you sleep. Im the smile you see on a babys face. Just look for me friend, I'm every place!

Lizzie
Our time with Lizzie was way too short, but was certainly precious. She had worked her way into our hearts even before we got her home. The one thing that best described Lizzie was "purr machine" and "bundle of joy" and "sweet as can be." As short as our time was with Lizzie, she could not have done a better job of winning us over if we'd had her for years. I told Janet that I think the reason God brought Lizzie to us was because He knew she'd need someone to love her and take care of her and be with her through this difficult time. As hard as it was to say good bye to her, she knew she was loved. We'll miss her.

Lizzie
Perfect. And as Lizzie was...Purrfect. I've spent the last few days thinking so much about Lizzie. From when she and her litter mates first arrived at 95th st, my gosh more black/white kitties. Hoping that their adorable personalities would shine thru and they wouldn't be overlooked like so many because of being black. Especially little Lizzie, solid black,so tiny,but what a little motor-what a sweet little cuddler,I really hoped that someone would see how special she was and her days in a cage would be short. You came and after much discussion, you chose this little darling. I thought how lucky you are as she was certainly a little gem. When I read the first email that she wasnt well I hoped it was just the move, something minor. I prayed she would recover. When you said it was FIP My heart sank. There is no recovery- I cried, was sad, frustrated, even angry that such a kitty with so much affection and love to give would be so sick and suffering. I wanted to be with her. When you said you would be with her when she left, it eased my pain a little. I knew that she would be at peace,that you would protect her,keep her safe and that she would feel that love deep down. As I read the emails and tried to come to some kind of understanding of the reason why this happened I then realized that you were drawn to her for a reason. You saved her, you gave her a home, a lap,arms to curl up in and feel safe and secure. I can't put into words how grateful I am that out of all the deserving kitties you chose this little angel. I am saddened that you both had to experience this at all but I feel you were put there just for this little angel. She certainly has touched me in a way no other has. I'm still frustrated,sad,still asking why but knowing how much she was loved by you,that she brought happiness to so many in her short life gives me some peace.