To give and receive love is one of life’s most rewarding things. Even when it comes in the form of four pawprints, long whiskers, and an attitude that won’t quit. The love of Mia is today’s Friday Favorite.
Mia came into our lives eleven years ago, just as the hubs and I were preparing to tie the knot. She’s moved with us to several new homes :: and in each one, raced the hubs down the stairs, slept in paper bags, and napped in her favorite hiding spots (some of them, a little TOO good). She wouldn’t sit on your lap if you had shorts on. She liked sitting in the windows and watching the birds fly by, and on windy days she’d chase leaves as they blew across the patio from inside the sliding glass door. We’re convinced she was a chef in her past life as she’d eat anything – Nacho Cheese Doritos were her favorite with grilled chicken as a close second. No leaving food open on the counters, as she’d inevitably find her way into it and help herself to a little snack.
She loved on her own terms and we did our best to accommodate. Wanted to sit with you on the couch and let you rub her head when she was ready. She’d sit by my desk in the office sometimes or hide under the pillows on the bed. Every night when Little Man went to bed, she sauntered out into the living room while we shared an evening cocktail together and recounted the day. Sometimes she’d sit in the corner of the same room you were in and just watch :: to be in the presence of another person. Her sass and spunk were a little intimidating at first, if you were new in her world, but never once did she bite. She was protective of Little Man from the first day we brought him home from the hospital – in a big sister sort of way.
With very heavy hearts, we had to say goodbye to her this week. Our love unfortunately wasn’t enough to heal the pain she’s endured the last many months. We know now that she’s at peace. She holds a special place in our hearts :: and we will miss her so much.
by Cathy
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