Prince Max-July 2, 1992-January 15, 2010

[slick]

At 12:15pm PST today I helped my heart kitty cross over the Bridge. Words cannot express how much my heart hurts right now. I can't type much now. Will come back later. May I please ask that no one post pictures of him here. I want to do that myself. Thanks for understanding.

[Catlady711]

Sorry to hear the news.:( My thoughts are with you.

[katladyd]

I've been praying for you and Max, now I'm crying for you!:( I can only imagine your pain. But Max's pain has ended and that is also important. Now you have a Special Angel looking out for you. <<hugs>>:love:

[Queen of Poop]

I am so sorry for your loss.

Dearest Max, you stole all of our hearts and we will all miss you dearly. :love:

[Prairie Purrs]

I'm so sorry. Never has a kitty been more loved than sweet Max.

[catmandu]

I have placed a photo of Max and Spreckles on my board of Awesome Angels Couples.
It was from years ago when they were looking at a gift exchange parcel of AWA Mice. I still have the get well card from 2004 with thier fur when I was in the Hospital with my foot problems.
They are with Pouncer And Mr Scrappy and Sam and Precious now in Paradise.
Max and Speckles are reunited and now they will have each other to enjoy the best our World has to offer.And they will be with you in spirit as our love never dies.
Spreckles has a lot of catching up to do with Max , and so amny places to see. As they will with thier Dear Meeowmie when its their time to reunite with you in love in a far nicer place.
One Fine Day

[Shady]

Slick,

You wont remember me, but around 8 years ago I was new here, and I asked for help with my Tinkerbelle, you were one of the first ones to respond and your advice/knowledge was bang on and got her and me through. I thank you from the bottom of my heart for that.

I don’t post much anymore, but I do read and use the wealth of knowledge here when I run into a roadblock. I will always remember and be greatful for your kind help.

I have been following your journey with your beautiful boy Max silently, and with a heavy heart, knowing that in eventuality, this day would come all too soon. I have done this with my Rocky who was 19 years old when I helped him to the bridge. It tore my heart out..so I feel what you’re going through and my heart goes out to you. I tried to look at it as if it was the best last thing I could do to comfort my baby, and that we are there for them as long as we can be.

I offer my deepest sympathy to you for your beautiful boy. He is free from all of his ailments and pain. Sleep softly and peacefully sweet Max..and wait for your Meowmie content in knowing her eternal love for you.

Sincerely,
Tess

[pomtzu]

I'm so sorry. I have been following Max's saga, but never posted either. But please know I said many prayers for both of you.

RIP sweet Max. Such a beautiful boy - inside and out. :love:

[Catty1]

{{{{hugs}}}} There is no way Max could ever have had it better than with you. Barbaro's owner said, "Grief is the price we all pay for love."

And the grief is as deep as the love.

hugs, hugs, and hugs.

[Cinder & Smoke]

:love:
:(

Dear Slick ~

Max had a Good - no, a GREAT Life with you - a "Good Run" as they'd
say in the Theater.

He's taken his final Curtain Call ... now you'll have to handle the Encores for him.

Remember all the Good Tymes - there were a Lot of 'em.

And - you have my deepest Sympathies. :(
{{{Hugs}}}
/s/ Phred

[Medusa]

Slick, you know how I feel about you and Max. What a good life he had w/you and so much love. I feel a pain right in the center of my chest right now, a reminder that another of our dear furkids has gone to the Bridge. For a while you'll feel so lost; I do right now just thinking about how sad you are. The time will come, though, when your memories of Max will make you smile instead of cry. I'm here any time you need me. RIP, our sweet Prince Max and peace to you, Slick. (((HUGS))) :love:

[Pinot's Mom]

Slick, I'm so very sorry, I know how your heart hurts right now. There's nothing I can say that will make that go away, but we're all here for you if you need us.
{{{hugs}}} to you, and peace.

RIP dear Max, you were well loved and will be deeply missed, but you are free of pain at the Bridge.:(

[Karen]

Oh Max,
Prince of Hearts,
Benevolent ruler with the velvet paw
Cloud-soft fur and sweet, sweet face
Bestower of blessings, and stray soft furs
Your life was long,
You were greatly loved
And those golden eyes will gleam
In Vicki's dreams forever
Send her soft rumbling purrs in her dreams
And let her know you are okay now
And that when there is a cloud in the sky,
There is where you will be,
Watching over her
Soft as kitten down
Sending her love and comfort.

[ChrisH]

slick, I am so very sorry, I know how your heart must be torn in two. Sending much love and loving hugs, I only wish I could give them in person.

Rest in peace handsome Prince Max, you are so loved and will be missed so much.

[Nomilynn]

My heart sank as I read this, because I can only imagine how hard it must have been. I'm so sorry and if there is anything I can do at all, I'm just down the road and will come and lend an ear if you need it.

Max was a wonderful kitty, and because he is your heart kitty, he'll never truly be gone.

*HUGS* and prayers for you.

[Freedom]

I am so very sorry that you have to know this pain.

RIP Prince Max.

[Grace]

I'm so very sorry. Max will be with you always.

[gini]

My heart hurts for you dear friend. I know that Max went across the bridge filled with love that you gave him all of these years.

My eyes are leaking something fierce - so I will post more later.

:love::love::love:

[Killearn Kitties]

I am so very sorry that beautiful Sir Max has had to leave you. :( His memory and the love of him will never leave of course. :love:
I'm with you in spirit tonight. :love:

[Donnaj4962]

Slick,

I am writing this through LES. I am so sorry for you and Max.

Max, sweet one, play hard at the RB. Give luvvins to all of our other PT RB babies. They will show you around!

God bless you Slick. (((hugs)))

[Taz_Zoee]

I don't even know what to say. You know I am shedding tons of tears for you.
I am always just a phone call away anytime you need to talk.
My heart is literally breaking all over again with you.

I am so sorry. RIP Max and hugs to you Slick.

[krazyaboutkatz]

Slick, I'm so sorry to hear about Max's passing.:( You did everything you could for him and then you did the unselfish act of letting him go. You'll both be together some day and he'll live in your heart forever. I wish I could take some of the pain and sorrow away from you right now. Hopefully in time you'll be able to open your heart to another kitty that needs a home. We're all here for you with emotional support if you need us. RIP sweet Max.:( Please take care. (((HUGS)))

[Barbara]

Dear Slick, now the thread is here that I dreaded to find for days and sweet Max has passed to Rainbow Bridge.
I know that he will be ok wherever he is. He had the best of lifes and was loved by the depth of your heart. He may have met Tigris yet and they may have discovered common friends.
I am rather worried about you. I know how much the feeling of a beloved cat lingers one and actually I feel tears for Tigris right now- and I know that you my friend have the same feelings of a soft paw that you will never hear again making that snow-like impression on your carpet.
I send you hugs- it gets more bearable with time in general- but he will never leave you.

[Randi]

Dear Slick, my heart is heavy - I know how much this hurts :( :( :( and I wish I could take your pain away. In all the years you and Max have been together, he has felt your love and has been spoiled. :) You were there for him with endless comfort and care, right until the end. No one could have taken taken better care of him than you.

Max is now free of pain and whole again, romping around with all the other kitties. I believe he will send you some purrs of love while you sleep. :love:

Slick, know that I am here for you whenever you need to talk.

Rest in Peace, dear Max! :love: You will never be forgotten.

(((((hugs)))))

[emily_the_spoiled]

Slick, I know that I can not write the words to make this pain go away. But you loved Prince Max truly and deeply, he is now with Speckles at the RB and is once again healthy. He is waiting patiently for the day when the two of you will be together again....:(

[kb2yjx]

I know that Max was greeted at the Bridge by ALL the pet talkers cats that have gone before him....You did the best you could do for Max, and he appreciate all the love you gave him over all the years. Sleep softly, dear Max...

[Cataholic]

Slick, I am so very sorry that the day had come to send Max home. Words are meaningless. The combination of love, time and memories will repair the destruction of your heart. Max passed over with love, and our love for the both of you remains here.

Love,
johanna

[lizbud]

I am so very sorry that Max has passed over the RB.:( :(
In reading all these posts, I can feel a great love & a great sorrow
shared by all that knew your sweet boy Max. He will never be forgotten.

[momoffuzzyfaces]

Slick, my heart is breaking for you right now. Try to hold on to the fact he is no pain now. He knows how much you love him. I bet he is with my Leonardo at the Bridge right now, talking about us. Prayers on the way for you. :love:

My dear Sir Max, how could a kitty I never met nose to nose capture my heart so? Rest now dear friend and get well. Some day when I cross over, I want to meet you. You left your paw prints all over my heart and the hearts of lots of us. Please tell my Leonardo, Luke, and Leroy I love them and miss them, ok? :love:

[Catty1]

"Sometimes God calls our loved ones home to heal." - Anonymous

:love::love::love:

[Grace]

"Sometimes God calls our loved ones home to heal." - Anonymous

:love::love::love:

That is lovely. Thank you.

[phesina]

I am so very sorry, slick. My deepest sympathy to you.

Rest in peace, beloved Prince Max. You are so much missed and grieved.

{{{{{HUGS}}}}},
Pat

[jazzcat]

Slick, I want you to know how very sorry I am. I haven't been keeping up with PT like I should but something just drew me here today. My heart sank when I saw your post.

I know so very well how it feels to lose a heart kitty. My heart still aches when I think about Scout. Nothing I can say will make it better but please know you are in my thoughts and prayers.

Rest in Peace sweet Max. You will be missed.

[shais_mom]

Slick - I'm so sorry to hear this -
my heart aches for you.
Godspeed Max
:love: you, Slick.

[Moesha]

I wanted to added my condolences to you in the loss of your dear boy. Hopefully you can take comfort in knowing you did everything you could to help Max, always thinking of his well-being first and I hope that in time the happy memories will come to mind easier than the sad ones.

[zippy-kat]

Oh dear friend, what can I say to make it hurt less? Nothing, I know; there are no magic words. I pray that the God of all comfort envelopes you in His presence.

Please, Slick, take care of yourself.

{We love you dearly.}

[Alysser]

I am so sorry to hear about Prince, please accept my deepest condolences. :love:

[slick]

To all who replied, I appreciate your thoughts, your hugs, your prayers and most of all your love.:love:

It was a peaceful passing but that doesn't make the pain any less intense. On Friday morning when I got up I had no intention of making the decision that day. Thursday night he didn't eat so I thought I would leave it one more day and if he still didn't eat Friday night then I would call the vet.

I proceeded to get ready for work but before heading into the shower I reached down beside the bed (he loved being squeezed between the bed and the night table) I picked him up and as soon as I looked into his eyes I knew what I had to do. I emailed into work that I would not be in.

I called my neighbour Betty who came over to day good-bye. I called my Mom and she took a cab down here to say good-bye also. I wanted to be alone when he passed so Mom to a cab back home.

After Mom left, I took a brush to Max and brushed him all over. I wanted him to look nice when he met God. Then I sat down on the couch and held him close to my chest where he could feel my heart beat.

Dr. Singh and his assistant arrived at Noon. Max was given the sedative and he silently slipped into sleep. I held him and told him how much I loved him. I told him that I hoped I was the good Meowmie that he deserved. He was then given the final injection and he was gone. I held him for a few more minutes, I rocked him, kissed his little forehead and all of his feet and told him that I would see him when it is my time to go. He was placed in a box wrapped in warm blankets. After Dr Singh left, I fell apart - I fell to the floor and sobbed like a child. It's been so long since I've felt this kind of pain, this kind of emptiness, this kind of loneliness.

Anyway, I had to pull myself together and go to work in the afternoon where I was productive and focussed. However when I got home and opened the door, the apartment seemed so empty, so hollow. You all know what I mean and how I felt and still feel. Yes I know, the pain will subside and I will eventually fill the void with another rescue kitty but for now I grieve, and I grieve big time.

I will post pictures in the next reply.....

[slick]

I will start with last November when I started putting up the tree.
http://i274.photobucket.com/albums/jj246/slickvic50/Max/Maxdecoratingtree.jpg?t=1263709130
Can I help decorate????

http://i274.photobucket.com/albums/jj246/slickvic50/Max/Maxundertreefullbody.jpg
He decided to check it out even before the decorations were on. Silly boy!

http://i274.photobucket.com/albums/jj246/slickvic50/Max/Maxundertree3.jpg
With more decorations on.

http://i274.photobucket.com/albums/jj246/slickvic50/Max/Maxundertreeclose.jpg
Ahhh, that's better. ZZZZZzzzzzz

[slick]

The following pictures where when he was in my Mom's arms about an hour before he passed on.

http://i274.photobucket.com/albums/jj246/slickvic50/Max/MaxlastdayonMomclose.jpg

http://i274.photobucket.com/albums/jj246/slickvic50/Max/MaxlastdayonMom1.jpg

http://i274.photobucket.com/albums/jj246/slickvic50/Max/Maxlastdayfaceonly.jpg

http://i274.photobucket.com/albums/jj246/slickvic50/Max/Maxlastdaywinking.jpg
I love this one because it looks like he winking.

I have asked for his ashes back. He is my :love: kitty and I need him near me.

[krazyaboutkatz]

Slick, Thanks for telling us about his passing and for posting these heartwarming pictures of him under the tree and with you holding him in your arms.:) I know that this must've been very difficult for you. You can tell that you both had a very strong bond and don't be surprised if you see him some time in your condo. I know that your home feels very empty now but eventually when you're ready I know that you'll find a very special kitty to share your life with again. You just need to grieve now but please take care of yourself.:love: (((HUGS))):love:

[katladyd]

He was so beautiful! I can see why he was so special to you. The special ones are still with us in our hearts and what really matters never really ends. My thoughts and prayers are still with you and Max. :love:

[Barbara]

Thank you for posting all these pictures. I am proud to know that Max has been in my arms too- and I still think I can feel him.
I know the story very well and I am happy that he had the chance to pass in a dignified way and could say goodbye to some of his friends.
It will be a tough weekend for you.
Sending my and Siegmar's hugs to you.

[Scooter's Mom]

I am so sorry for your loss. Knowing I am facing this same issue, I have tried to avoid this forum... but I felt so strongly about letting you know that I was thinking of you that I had to let you know.

Our heart kitties sure do know how to grab hold of our heartstrings, don't they?

[Medusa]

Sweet Slick, no one will ever convince me that Max wasn't winking at you. It was his way of saying "It's ok, Mom; you're doing the right thing". Such a beautiful, soft, sweet boy who was so fortunate to have such a loving, compassionate, dear Mom. Right now your pain is almost palpable but Max feels no pain, no anguish, no sorrow, nothing but peace. My Puddy, Pidgie and Peeka were all there to greet him as were all the other RB kitties. What a welcoming kitty committee! We've all been blessed by knowing Max and you, Slick. One day without even realizing it your mourning will find itself without you and it will become a bright morning sunkissed w/loving memories of dear Max. It will happen. Keep the faythe. :love:

[Randi]

Thank you for posting the pictures. Max is so sweet there helping decorate the Christmas tree, I love the first one, and also the last in your mother's arms. He does look like he is winking.

Max went in style and he got to say goodbye to his friends. :) I'm glad that Dr. Singh could come to your home, that must have made a huge difference for both Max and you.

Slick, you have done everything right, and I am sure Max loves you for that. He is now resting at the RB and will soon be romping around with the other kitties. Pjevs will be there to show him around.

Sleep softly, dear Max! :love:

I'm here for you if you need to talk. Take care! :love:

Love and hugs... and purrs,

Randi & Fister

[wombat2u2004]

Long time no see.
Heard the news from Candace, and made my way here to tell you how sorry I am to hear that you lost your buddy.
Take it easy mate, your kitty is now in a wonderful place playing forever.
Wom

[Queen of Poop]

I know there is nothing I can say to make your grief any easier to deal with. I've been there myself 6 times since 2003. Every time it hurts and hurts bad. Just know that you are not alone, your loss is real, and you loved Max wholly and completely, just what he needed. You did your best for him and he loved you for it.

Your photos are lovely, his last day he looks like he knew he was loved more than anything. Such a sweetheart he was.

Take care dear, you're in my thoughts and prayers.

[ChrisH]

I looked earlier but had too much LES at the time to reply. Thank you for sharing those photos of your beautiful boy ... oh, my, here come those tears again.

Sending much love and am keeping you in my thoughts and heart. http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v11/CwmmawrJet/Smiles/console.gif

[momoffuzzyfaces]

Ah, thank you for posting Sir Max's pictures. I'm sure he was winking at you in the last picture. He left surrounded by love!!! He's probably swaggering all over the RB telling how wonderful his life was with you. He will surely have a paw in picking out any future kitties you share your life with when the time comes. :love::love:

[phesina]

Oh, what a beautiful boy, and what wonderful pictures to have of him. Yes, I think he is winking at you in that last one.

All my love and sympathy,
Pat

[RobiLee]

Slick, I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts are with you. {{MANY HUGS}}.

Rest In Peace, Max.

[catmandu]

Theres a paragraph written by the late Cleveland Amory after his Beloved Polar Bear passed on.
I can only describe it as living in a void. I did not want to ne anywhere else, but neither did I want to be there.
It was not just that Polar Bear was not there - it was the awful over whelming weight of knowing that he was never going to be there again.:(
I have a feeling that may be why I have so many Found Cats is that I dont have the courage to enter an empty home.
We are sending our prayers to you Slick, that one day Max and Spreckles will send a Cat who needs love and a Furrever Home to you, when the time is right.:love:

[Killearn Kitties]

Oh Slick, take time and grieve for your beautiful boy. You did everything right for him. These cuddly picture on his last day are just adorable. :love:

[mruffruff]

Max is at peace; may you find some for yourself.

I followed his journey without commenting, because I didn't know what to say. I knew he was in the best hands possible. All I could do was silently send prayers.

I hope you can find solace.
Mary

[lbaker]

My dear heart sister. I wanted to post earlier but couldn't. I started to call you but then we would both start bawling. I would be there to hold you if I could, but I can in my heart and you know that I do. Our vet has come to our home, sadly, several times now and I think that is a precious thing... for you, me, mine and your dear Max. I will call you... but I will just give you some quiet time with your thoughts first. :love:
Laurie

[rosethecopycat]

Slick,

There is an extra special bond between a :love:'heart cat' :love:and their human.

It transcends space and time. You are bonded together eternally.

Max is with you, but on a different plane now, but that's not forever. That's just because his body gave out.
There will be a time, for that Grand Reunion. One Fine Day.

[Lori Jordan]

I am Truly sorry Slick he was Beautiful.He is now your Guardian Angel who will be watching out for you until it is your time to reunite with him.

Lots of hugs being sent to you.
xx

[trayi52]

Slick, I am so sorry to hear of Max's passing today. Please know that I am with you right now, and sending lots of hugs.

Willie:(

[slick]

Thank you all for your heartwarming posts. I really appreciate and need the hugs and love right now.

I'm still at work and realize that there is no need to rush home - no one to feed. :( I'll have to put a stop to that soon.

When I got up this morning there were no food/water dishes to wash, no litterbox to clean, no "butt" to clean and no face to clean. Makes me very sad, but I remain hopeful that one day I will find a special senior kitty that needs my love. :)

I told my neighbour that my next kitty will be a senior and she said "would you go through all that again?" Didn't take the blink of an eye to reply "YES!"

A page or two back someone posted a link to order Vitamin B shots online. I did that and they arrived today. :(:(

[Nomilynn]

Thank you for posting these wonderful pictures. I feel blessed to have met him. I think it's amazing that you will open your heart again, when you are ready :)

Hugs to you, my friend :love:

[Cataholic]

Slick,
I know all too well the feeling of the empty house. The habits that develop with senior kitties, and prescriptions from the pharmacy still coming in. The silence of my house after Binx left me was so impossible to handle that I stayed with my mother for a week. I can still remember the little oily stain on my counter top from Tex's medication.

Frankly, I am not sure hearts ever heal from these types of losses. I know the pain diminishes somewhat (though at this very moment, it is hard to believe my own words) with time.

Like Gary said, sometimes I wonder if my cat herd is so that I can never feel the total silence that a passing brings. But, even with so many, I feel the loss deeply, I might just be fooling myself.

Be kind to yourself, in any way possible. The world needs you and your heart. There is much work still to be done.

[RICHARD]

Slick, I just saw this and want you to knwo that I am thinking about you and hope you realize that what you did was in his best interest.

You gave each other the best possible love and companionship.

Hugs and slugs.:(

[Russian Blue]

Dear Slick, now the thread is here that I dreaded to find for days and sweet Max has passed to Rainbow Bridge.
........ and I know that you my friend have the same feelings of a soft paw that you will never hear again making that snow-like impression on your carpet.
I send you hugs- it gets more bearable with time in general- but he will never leave you.


Slick, I am so very sorry that the day had come to send Max home. Words are meaningless. The combination of love, time and memories will repair the destruction of your heart. Max passed over with love, and our love for the both of you remains here.

Love,
johanna

I just came back from the wedding and this was the first thread I looked for. :( Major LES and my heart breaks for you, my friend. Your Max was my Nakita and I do know the struggles that you will now face. It's never easy playing God. :( BUT, to give relief from suffering is the best one can do - even though it means that our pain will begin.

As Jo said, words are meaningless but the support is great for you as you deal with his passing. Remember, even though the body is gone, the spirit remains. Nakita has made an appearance many times and she still remains with us.

Be gentle with yourself, take whatever time you need to grieve.

*hugs* *hugs* *hugs*

[wolf_Q]

I'm very sorry to hear this news. :( Max was a very special cat, and he will be missed. Rest in peace Max. {{HUGS}} to you.

[smokey the elder]

I'm so sorry about Max. He was a handsome boy.

[3Catcondo]

RIP Max. You were such a handsome man. Run free and play hard at the bridge :love:

[momoffuzzyfaces]

When I got up this morning there were no food/water dishes to wash, no litterbox to clean, no "butt" to clean and no face to clean. Makes me very sad, but I remain hopeful that one day I will find a special senior kitty that needs my love. :)

I told my neighbour that my next kitty will be a senior and she said "would you go through all that again?" Didn't take the blink of an eye to reply "YES!"



I bet Sir Max is already on the lookout for the perfect kitty for you too. I know he wouldn't want you to be sad. He loved you so very much too you know? :love:

[RICHARD]

When I got up this morning there were no food/water dishes to wash, no litterbox to clean, no "butt" to clean and no face to clean. Makes me very sad, but I remain hopeful that one day I will find a special senior kitty that needs my love. :)



I just have to get my passport and I'll pay my way up there...

I can clean my own butt and you can show me where my food is?

I can feed myself? :eek:;)

Hang tough.:love:

[Anikaca77]

Slick-

I'm so sorry to hear about Prince Max. I just read your post about him passing and how it went. I'm at work and I have tears in my eyes. Just reminds me of my Anika passing and it's so hard to deal with and it's been 1 year and 2 months now. It does get easier but you still miss them. I'm glad Max was able to go at home. My prays are with you during this hard time. If I can be of any help or anything just let me know.

Melissa

[Vermontcat]

I'm just now catching up with this thread and I am so sorry to hear that your beloved Max has gone to the Rainbow Bridge.:(
I know how empty a house can feel when a cat is no longer there after so many years with you. I am sure that Max will help you find a new kitty to love like my Samantha helped me find my two girls.

[slick]

I bet Sir Max is already on the lookout for the perfect kitty for you too. I know he wouldn't want you to be sad. He loved you so very much too you know? :love: I know he his. Story to follow but for now I want to thank you all again for you heartfelt posts.:love:

I was a long time volunteer for my local Humane Society and through that volunteer work I met a lovely lady named Dolores - we called her the kitten lady. She was the one who would always take in the kittens, rear them and let them go to furever homes. She lived so close to me that I could almost spit on to her balconey. Just before Christmas I heard that she passed away from bone cancer :( and her five cats are looking for their second furever homes. There is one cat by the name of "Max" and he is a MH red orangie boy - extremely friendly I'm told. Hmmmm, could this be a sign??

[gini]

I would think dear friend, that Prince Max would not want you to wait one more day to give the same solid loving home to another kitty. Absolutely nothing - nothing - can ever replace Prince Max - but there are so many wonderful kitties still with us that need loving care and a good home.

Wouldn't it be wonderful if we could find homes for every single one of them. What a great world that would be - all of that love going around!

Everyone would respect your decision.

:love::love:

[Medusa]

What Gini said. :love:

[Catty1]

Just one? ;)

Maybe this Max has a kitty buddy there that he was really close to.

{{{{hugs}}}}

[AdoreMyDogs]

Slick I'm so very sorry to hear about the loss of your amazing boy, and so sorry that I didn't see this thread until just now. He was stunning and his eyes were just oozing with love. He was a loved boy, and I can tell a very loving boy. I hope your broken heart is beginning to mend. Losing a heart animal is almost more then our hearts can take sometimes, but we make it through and learn to love again, but we never forget.

Terribly belated hugs go out to you now. :love: :love:

[krazyaboutkatz]

I know he his. Story to follow but for now I want to thank you all again for you heartfelt posts.:love:

I was a long time volunteer for my local Humane Society and through that volunteer work I met a lovely lady named Dolores - we called her the kitten lady. She was the one who would always take in the kittens, rear them and let them go to furever homes. She lived so close to me that I could almost spit on to her balconey. Just before Christmas I heard that she passed away from bone cancer :( and her five cats are looking for their second furever homes. There is one cat by the name of "Max" and he is a MH red orangie boy - extremely friendly I'm told. Hmmmm, could this be a sign??

I'm so sorry to hear that this wonderful lady has now passed on:( but I do see this as a sign from Max.:) Like Candace said, maybe you could adopt 2 of these kitties. Good luck.:)

[katladyd]

My Mac has told me, in his own kitty way, that he wants me to find another rescue kitty like himself when he passes. There are so many, cold, scared, ones out there that need a loving home. Do it in Max's name. He will be smiling down on you, I'm sure.:love:

[anna_66]

Dear Slick,
I'm sorry that your having to go through this. It is so very hard:(

It's hard to type through the tears so I'll just give you these (((HUGS))) and hold you in my thoughts and prayers.

Love Anna

[Demi Is A Digimon]

Oh my gosh!:(
Even though I didn't comment on the Max thread, I did keep up to date with it.
Rest in peace sweet Max
:love::love::love:

Even though it is a very upsetting time, remember- don't cry because it's over, smile because it happened
:love:

[Kirsten]

Slick, I'm very sorry that I didn't see this earlier! I'm very sorry that you have lost your heart kitty!

I just looked at the pictures you posted, and the feeling I got from looking into his face was "yes, this sweet boy is ready to go..." Max was blessed with a long life full of love, but I know, we're never ready for this! :(

R.I.P. sweet Max!

Kirsten

[Queen of Poop]

Thinking of you dear. Hoping you are doing ok.

[Tubby & Peanut's Mom]

I'm so very sorry to hear this sad news, Slick.

Maybe not right now, but some day it will be a comfort to you to know that Max led a wonderful life because of you. He knew it and returned your love with purrs and kissies. He knew he could trust you to do the right thing for him when his time came, and that's why he let you know so clearly when the time was here.

I know there are so few words that can console at a time like this, so I will just offer heartfelt {{hugs}}}.

RIP dear Max. You were greatly treasured and are dearly missed.

[slick]

My sweet Max: It was a month today that I sent you off to a peaceful rest at the RB. You have no idea how much I miss you, especially at night when I rest my left hand on your empty pillow. :(:( I did some laundry yesterday and hung up one of my shirts to dry and what did I find??? A couple of your very long cat hairs staring at me in the face. I lost it completely.:(:(:(

I have hand painted a special urn for you and I hope you like it. The light blue matches the colour of your eyes and I have ordered a special necklace from Glacier that contains a bit of your ashes so a part of you will be with me wherever I go.

When you see Moo Shoo and Ash, be kind to them and show them where the sweetest grasses are. I know you didn't much care for other felines while here on earth but the RB is different. You can all get along and play together.

I love you little "fluff butt" and can't wait until I see you again.:love::love:

[RedHedd]

Slick, how did I miss this? I guess I was too wrapped up dealing with the shock of Mitzi's bone cancer. I'm SO sorry you've lost Max. I'm sure Mitzi and Mishi are showing him the fun stuff at the Bridge/

P.S. Sounds like Max is steering another kitty your way .... the same way Mitzi led me to Marbles

[carole]

Slick just hoping that each day will get a little easier, i know how much pain you are feeling,treasure your beautiful memories with Max, and yes i am sure Max,Ash and Mooshoo are all together in a wonderful pain free place.

Hugs dear friend, and know i am here for you anytime.

[rg_girlca]

Dear Slick;

I am so very sorry to read that your beloved Max has passed on. You will still have tears as time goes by, but you will also have smiles when you think of one of his little antics that made you laugh.

Even though it hurts like heck to lose one of our beloved pets, we just have to be thankful of the times we had with our little furry friends and keep reminding ourselves how much richer our lives were to have them.

He was such a gorgeous cat and will be sorely missed.

Rest in Peace dear Max and have fun up on the RB.

{{{{{{{HUGS}}}}}}} Slick.

[slick]

Dear Max: I can't believe it's been a whole year since I let you go and I miss you every day. Sometimes I feel a kitty jumping on the bed and I think it's Merlin but when I get up I find him sleeping on the couch. Are you visiting me?

Even though I have opened up my heart to a new kitty who loves me just as much as you did, you still remain my :love:kitty.

Hope you are having fun up there and I will see when my time is up. RIP Max.

[phesina]

My sympathy to you on this sad but memory-filled anniversary.

I'm sure that is Max jumping on the bed with you!

:love::love::love::love::love::love:

[Killearn Kitties]

I have no doubt that your wonderful purry boy is visiting you! :love: He is just keeping an eye on you, and making sure that you are behaving yourself! :D

[gini]

Sweet precious Max. I had the honor of meeting that gentleman and he was so dear.

I bet Phred looked him up and fully agrees.

As difficult as it is, I am glad that you have so many wonderful memories of him. Oh yes, that's him on your bed alright! He isn't going to let you forget him ever!

[Bengalz]

Dearest Max,

Thank you for taking care of your mommy and visiting her - your spirit is ever so precious and will always be a part of Mommy's heart. And, thank you for sending Merlin in the right direction;) to keep Mom from getting lonely:love:

We sure miss seeing your furry self but know you are in a good place and with the best company.

[zippy-kat]

{{Thinking of you.}}

[krazyaboutkatz]

I know it's Max visiting you. He'd never forget his wonderful meowmie.:love: You're in my thoughts today during this difficult anniversary. Please take care. (((HUGS)))

[cassiesmom]

Slick, I am so sorry to learn this sad news. (((HUGS)))

~elyse

[slick]

Thank you everyone. I lit a candle for him last night.

[Randi]

Slick, Max knew you would miss him today, so he visited you in bed to give you a headbump and tell you he is allright up there. :) I also believe he had a paw in to guide you to Merlin.

I'm glad you have lit the candle right next to him - I have one lit for him, too. :love:

Big (((Hugs)))

[carole]

Slick i am sure Max is looking down upon you, and i am sure he approves of your new kitty Merlin, he probably thinking yeah not too bad a choice, not as good as me, but he will do.

I can hardly believe that the time has passed,coming up for my Ash's anniversary too, we lost our kitties about a month apart, so know how you are feeling right now.

HUGS and remember he is still with you all the time.