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Memories of Dandelion

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Goodbye Dandelion, Born 3-16-89, Died 5-30-08

The family noticed Dandelion had sores in his mouth and was moving slowly last night so he went to the vet first thing this morning. We knew it was serious because he is 19 years old and everything is serious at that age.

At best, we hoped for just a dental cleaning and antibiotic but he had the worst, a renal failure and even with heroic measures, his life would not be much longer or easier. He passed away today.

Terry says he was the smartest, kindest, most loving cat she ever knew. He would go outside on a leash. He would let children hold him and loved all people. She said he was the closest thing to a brother that her only daughter had in growing up.

When his adopted brother died a few years ago, he never got over it, always looking for him and calling for him at night, though I was a pretty good distraction sometimes.

We are sad, but happy for having shared life and wonders with Dandelion. Dandelion was my hero.

Close Encounter

Last night was scary! Dandelion opened the door and got into the living room when Myst was there. They hate each other! I watched in horrid fascination as they faced off and the screaming began.

Terry was in the next room when she heard Myst's angry scream. She ran to see the two of them about to attack and she grabbed Dandelion and whisked him into the other room. It was a scary experience.

The family had tried everything to get Myst and Dandelion to get along and nothing ever worked so they finally gave up and just try to keep them in different rooms and make them take turns being with the family.

After whisking Dandelion away, Myst walked around the house all tough and defensive and a little puffed out. He got real proud of himself for scaring the "enemy" cat away and was conceited all night! Humpf! After he cooled down a bit, I chased him up and down the hall.

New Favorite Sleeping Place

Wow! This giant housecleaning project is LOADS of fun! They set out a lot of stuff, one of them is a pile of old newspapers. Its my new favorite place to sleep.

Terry came over to find me and here is my head, poking out amidst the stuff. I am perfectly comfortable here although Terry says they are still moving and resorting stuff and it may not stay exactly this way. I have a feeling that there will always be a box of newspapers for me after it is all done.

Catnip in Season

This is a good year for catnip, thus it gets rubbed on our scratching pad and cat poles. This stuff drives me wild. All of us cats love it, but I go the craziest, drooling over it, rolling in it and nipping (though not hard) anyone who comes close to me.

So here I am, having a catnip experience. Life is good.

What are These?

Spring cleaning in the house has found us lots of good things. Myst is not sure what to do with these, although Dandelion and I both know that they make good head rests.