Leo

This is a tribute to my cat Leo, also known to me as fearless Leo, fighter Leo, valiant Leo. Twenty years ago, I found this adorable fluff ball with a meow that could be heard around the world in my backyard. Today, he found his way to his new home, heaven, after battling CRF and bladder cancer. Mere words can't express the level of agony this day has brought me. About 4 years ago, Leo was diagnosed with CRF, chronic renal failure, and my world collapsed. However, through love and support, his disease remained stable up until 2 months ago when he was diagnosed with the most hideous of diseases, bladder cancer, which was pretty advanced when it was caught. I tried different treatments, including chemo, with no luck. He managed to hang on to see me through Thanksgiving, but that would be the last holiday we would ever share together. Yesterday, he stopped eating and drinking, despite my pleas. He grew weaker as the day progressed, and at 5:35 this evening, he made his journey across the Rainbow Bridge assisted by the humane hands of his vet.  I am filled with intense grief and remourse and sadness at the thought of never seeing him again.  The only comfort I have is knowing that his earthly pain is over and heavenly joy awaits him. I imagine right now that he is being fitted for his angel wings and is being reunited with all those on earth who loved him, including my Mother. Please Mom, watch over my little boy until I am able to join both of you. I will love and miss you, my sweet Leo, until the end of time.  

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