Goodbye Sweet Friend

Simon is in a better place now. My 16-year old Maine Coon crossed over the Rainbow Bridge sometime early this morning. I had put him in the bed with me last night and had been checking on him through the night. His last little meal was late yesterday afternoon, a bit of chopped turkey and gravy. I had taken his collar off so it wouldn’t dangle down in his dish. Robert observed that might have been, to him, a sign. I am very upset and sad, but the ravages of age were getting to him, I couldn’t deny it. Sunny got on the bed last night, twice, and licked Simon’s head. He knows something’s wrong this morning, but I’m not sure he knows what. He just seems more restless this morning than usual.

I will miss my kitty! Here’s a link to his photo gallery.

Giving Thanks :: Thanks Giving

Folks in Wharton, Texas, are up to their eyeballs in water. I’ve been in their shoes myself. Back in June 2001. Tropical Storm Allison. Floodwater is not bucolic, it is not nice. It stinks. And it devastates. Reminding me again that I do have quite a bit to be thankful for. But because I was busy cooking and playing on the computer yesterday I didn’t have time to put to word exactly what it is I’m thankful for.

1. Robert. He may not be walking, but he’s here, in my life. And for that I’m grateful.

2. My cats. Both of them. Especially my old guy, Simon, who may or may not make it to Christmas. He’s old and fragile, but not in pain. Right now, he’s curled up under the computer desk. Laying against my left foot. I can feel him purring. When I wiggle my toes against him, he chirps. He’s a sweetie and I will miss him when he’s gone.

3. My job. I grouse about it quite a bit, but I really do enjoy it. I have a great, very understanding boss. She’s demanding and she’s tough, but when it counts, she’s been there for me. You cant ask for more than that.

4. I’ve got cool geek toys and personal freedom to sit here and ponder about it all. Now THAT’s something you can’t put a price on!

Cool Blog Stuff

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The Aftermath

Robert and I survived the holiday intact! A bit fatter, I’m sure, too! On our menu was roast pork, roasted fresh turkey breast, cranberry sauce, apple and onion stuffing, yeast rolls, green beens, mashed potatoes, apple pie and chess pie. All washed down with copius amounts of Diet Pepsi (him) and iced tea (me). Hope you all had a nice holiday, too!

Have a Smoothie…

I just found this guy. Nice smooth sax. One particular track I like is called S North. Check out the rest of my Smooth Jazz recommendations on my Music page!