Thank goodness for people like Sox's Mom - how cruel and self-centered people are. There is no acceptable excuse for leaving abandoning a 15 year old cat (or any elderly cat for that matter). Sadly, because of the overpopulation of cats (and dogs), this inhuman race has the misconception that these loving animals are disposable and also replaceable. They are not. Those of us who have lost one of our beloved furry family know how devastating and heartbreaking it is. I know how hard it is right now with the economy so please, anyone reading this who has furkids and is thinking of abandoning them, please think twice - giving up their unconditional love during this rough time would not help their situation or yours. We all have little ways we can cut back to still be able to afford to keep our devoted furry friends if we try hard enough - and it's more than worth it, they more than deserve it.