Scott, I am saddened to read about your losing Scooty. I want you to know that your wonderful tribute is uplifting somebody. Your words are helping me to go through my losing my own Pauline just two weeks ago, which I posted about in this section of Cat of the Day. What you say about Scooty coming into your life and giving you so much warmth and friendship, a cat that is both pet and friend, speaks to me utterly. I know exactly what you mean about a special cat taking you to that extra level. We love all of our animals, but the sweetness and spark of some of them, just like people, is really something extraordinary. You have a listener, friend, and I am so thankful for your eloquence in your time of grief. I can tell that you had an incredible connection. If tears come, let them flow. Go as slow as you can and as you need, right now. You gave a great, great deal to Scooty and I am sure it was right for you two to have met and had so much time together. I am glad you had many years with Scooty, I believe all the happiness you received was a blessing on your life.