Boots, da Beloved Ranch Kat, helped to The Rainbow Bridge today, Friday, June 29, '07

[jazzcat]

Oh Phred I am so sorry. What a shock and heartbreak.

Rest in Peace sweet Boots. You will be missed.

[momoffuzzyfaces]

Aw, Phred!

Aw, Boots!

I'm so sorry!

Boots, sweetie, you will be missed so much!!! You and Bowser need to watch over your dad. He has a kat and dog sized hole in his heart right now.

At least you are totally and forever well now. Be at peace until we all get to meet up with you at the bridge. Tell my Leroy Hi for me, ok?
(((HUGS))) to you Phred

[jennielynn1970]

Phred, I'm so sorry to hear about Boots' crossing the bridge. Your tribute has me typing through the tears. Boots was a gorgeous cat, classy like all tuxies are in their own way. He knew you were there with him... know that. Even if you couldn't tell, he knew.

Boots, hon, you go find my tuxie boy Bear, he crossed the bridge almost one year ago. He's a handsome guy like you, and so friendly.

Phred, I was just asked by my neighbors about 30 minutes ago what the name of the stray tuxie on my porch was named, and I hadn't named him yet. He's a sweet boy, who needs some TLC and a good home, and to learn to trust humans again... if it's ok with you, I think I'll name him Boots. I was just trying to think of an appropriate name tonight, and I think being named in honor of your Boots means he'll have an angel looking out for him in this crazy world, and hopefuly keep him safe till I can get him to trust me more and find him a safe forever home.

Play hard at the bridge Boots, and keep an eye on your dad. He's having a tough time right now missing you and Bowser.

{{HUGS}} Phred... my thoughts are with you.

[slick]

My dear Phred: I read this thread earlier today at work but my eyes leaked so much that I could not respond. Even now I'm struggling for the right words.

I can only imagine the pain you must be in right now after the loss of Bowser and now Boots Da Kat. The one thing you can count on is that they both knew how much you loved them. That type of unconditional love is wonderful but it can also pierce a hole right through your heart. Please know that we all feel the pain that you carry and we cry the tears that you shed.

It's not God's fault and it's not your fault. His time here on earth was up and he was probably needed at the RB for some very special task that only Boots could carry out.

When you sleep tonight, listen very carefully for that special purr in your ear to say "It's OK Daddy. I'm doing just fine and have my youthful body back again."

Big {{{hugs}}} Phred

[Donnaj4962]

Oh no.... serious LES here. Phred, I am so sorry that Boots has gone to the RB. He is safe and well, and he lived his life KNOWING that he was loved! You were a great Dad to Boots.... don't ever think any different.

I just cannot imagine.... it was so sudden. I am so saddened.

RIP sweet Boots. Play hard, safe and well with the other PT RB babies.

[Scooter's Mom]

I too am typing through my tears. I am so sorry to hear about Boots. Boots was surely one of the most loved kitties around. You'll be in my thoughts and my prayers.

Crystal

[Bengalz]

Oh Dear Phred

This is so so sad and at such a painful time, having just lost Bowser. Poor little Boots - life just isn't always fair - to have taken you so early. Rest in Peace little one and know there are many here who love you and will miss you always.

Phred please remember when a kitty gets sick, he won't always tell you and often, unfortunately their ailments escalate very quickly. Boots had problems and you were always there for him beyond any reasonable doubt. You could not have been a better dad. I think Boots was telling you that in his final moments when all he wanted was the comfort of your presence.

Many hugs to you and Cinder and Smokey. Boots and Bowser are together and in good hands - cherish the memories.