Diamond @-Dec. 16, 2014

[smokey the elder]

Diamond used to be a nearly-feral cat who Dumpster dove for her dinner. She had had a number of litters of kittens, and no one could go near her. She had been roaming for a few years. Then in the summer of 2000 she kept coming right up to me when I was working outside, rubbing against me demanding pets. I noticed she was getting a bit…well…rotund. It was getting toward fall, so I coaxed her into my house and installed her in my spare bedroom where she soon presented me with four kittens! I got the kittens homes, keeping one; this is how I got into rescue. She has seen some 120 different cats come and go, some of whom I kept, most placed into loving forever homes.

She had a habit of standing by her kibble bowl if it was not filled to her satisfaction, meowing up a storm. She was the first one in the kitchen at feeding time. About a week ago she stopped doing this, and I knew something was amiss. Due to her extreme age and frailty (no longer eating or able to walk) we made the difficult decision to give her the last kindness.

I have often seen magnets saying “Who rescued who?” This was definitely the case with precious Diamond.

[mrspunkysmom]

RIP Diamond and hugs to smokey the elder. Diamond lived a long wonderful life thanks to you. <3

[Catty1]

Dear Diamond - she knew who to love and trust. Bless you for being her saving grace.

Enjoy your well-earned rest at the Bridge, sparkling Diamond. Then you will play like a kitten again.

[mon]

Diamond was certainly well loved and will always be remembered by her family, loved hearing about her today!

[Karen]

Rest in peace, pretty one! Your legacy will continue for many, many years to come.

[Taz_Zoee]

The one that started it all.

RIP Diamond

[pomtzu]

RIP Diamond, and peace to all who loved you. You are yet another twinkle in the night sky.

[phesina]

Dearest Diamond, rest in peace at the Rainbow Bridge. You have earned a fine rest after your long, full life. Now you are a glorious Angel, no longer sick, no longer in pain. What a gift of love you have given to your loving and beloved Smokey! You are together always, and you await that Grand Reunion to come, One Fine Day.. Please send some purrs down to Smokey's heart as a reminder that all is well.

My deepest sympathy to you, Smokey, and all who love and grieve dear Diamond so very much. Thank you so much for all the love and support and care you gave her and share in your heart with her always. May your precious memories and keepsakes help to bring you comfort.

God bless you all.

from Pat and cats

[catmandu]

Diamond is in paradise now where there will be no Toms to have Kittens with.
She of course not responsible it is the creeps who made her a stray Cat in the first place.
Diamond is so lucky to have run into a Cat Lover , and she became an Angel as a beloved family Cat Companion.
Diamond has her wings of Silver and gold , and will see you with a full bowl of your favorite food.
One Fine Day