August 19, 2008

Rest in Peace, Gonzo


Our sweet boy Gonzo has left this world.

I wish I had a better photo that captured his indominable spirit, fearless sense of adventure and deep love for his family but he looks so peaceful here, curled up with his friend Merlin.

Gonzo was a part of Tom's family since he was a tiny foundling kitten, and we took him in after he lost his mother and father. He loved to jump into our laps and into our cars and he always told us when we were "doing it wrong." He continued to live life on his own terms, up until the very end when he left us to find a spot to rest his paws forever.

We miss you, Gonzo, and we hope you find peace where you are now.

10 comments:

Prudy said...

Oh, I'm sorry! I hope you'll be OK. It's unfortunate how often death and loss are a theme of life.

Beryl said...

I am so sorry for your loss. Our cat has lymphoma and will be leaving us soon too. Our thoughts are with you.

Anonymous said...

I am so sorry for your loss.. it's so very hard, but the time we have with them is worth it.

Jaime said...

i am so sorry for your loss :( reading your post makes me teary eyed, b/c gonzo looks just like one of my kitties :(

Jacque said...

Aaaah, I'm so sorry. I know how hard it is to lose a beloved animal.

I love his coloring.

Prudy said...

I hope you're still hanging in there. Keep on hanging in there.

Bungalow Barbara said...

Oh, what a lovely kitty. They become such a part of your life, don't they? And then that part is missing.

I send you my best wishes.

Prudy said...

Still sending you good thoughts and hoping that you are hanging in there....

Pamela said...

Just wanted to send my thoughts your way! I'm so sorry for your loss.

Fit Chick said...

I am very sorry for the loss of your Gonzo, they touch our hearts in so many ways.