BEST FRIENDS ON AWWW MONDAYS

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Tomorrow is Best Friends Day, which prompted my selection of today’s Spark.

 

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Mau was always a great friend to and protector of Astrid. I believe Astrid knew Mau was going to be getting his wings when Dad Tom and I didn’t. The night before he left us, Astrid curled up almost on top of him, as if she were protecting him and letting him know how much he was loved.

I was unfamiliar with the author of today’s quote, Yolanda Hadid, but then I watch very little reality TV. Hadid is a 57-year-old, Dutch-American television personality and former model. She is best known as one of the stars of The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills.

Sparks is the creation of Annie from McGuffy’s Reader. Sparks began as a blog hop, created by our friend. Annie stated when she began Sparks,“I believe we are meant to be lights in this world. If we allow our light to shine, we can see where we are going. It is then that we can begin to truly see each other clearly. Together, we can light up the entire world.”

Awww Mondays

Astrid and Angel Mau are participating in the Awww Mondays blog hop at Comedy Plus. To do the same click on the badge below.

The Adventures of Periwinkle & Stinky

Your favorite, fun-loving best friends will be sharing another of their adventures tomorrow. Please stop by here to see what the heck they get up to or into. I suspect it will have something to do with Best Friends Day.

 

June 7, 2021 by Angel Cat Awww Mondays Best friends Day Sparks 12

12 Responses

  1. Lac Lac says:
    June 8, 2021 at 4:08 am

    Best Friends . We love that photo of Astrid and Angel Mau

    Reply
  2. Marv, Jo Jo, Kozmo, Cinnamon & Barb says:
    June 7, 2021 at 8:26 pm

    We know that Astrid knew. Some cats are attuned to things we can’t perceive. I love that quote! What a great shot (and story) to go with today’s spark.

    Reply
  3. The Island Cats says:
    June 7, 2021 at 5:10 pm

    What a beautiful Spark…and a lovely memory.

    Reply
  4. Eastside Cats says:
    June 7, 2021 at 1:46 pm

    Of course Astrid knew!
    Cats know everything…even how to solve my daily Sudoku puzzles…but they never, EVER tell.
    Purrs and hugs as you remember Angel Mau.

    Reply
  5. Brian Frum says:
    June 7, 2021 at 11:39 am

    That’s a wonderful Spark and such a sweet story.

    Reply
  6. The Florida Furkids says:
    June 7, 2021 at 10:33 am

    We love that photo of Astrid and Angel Mau. We’re so happy they were good friends. That Spark is great with the photo.

    The Florida Furkids with paw pats and headbonks to Sawyer from Noelle

    Reply
  7. Ellen Pilch says:
    June 7, 2021 at 10:32 am

    How sweet, but sad about Astrid and Angel Mau. XO

    Reply
  8. Sandee says:
    June 7, 2021 at 9:42 am

    What a great Spark and a great photograph. Yes I believe some kitties and pups just know when one is getting ready for the bridge. Pass a tissue please.

    Thank you for joining the Awww Mondays Blog Hop.

    Have a fabulous Awww Monday and week. Scritches all around and a hug to mom. ♥

    Reply
  9. Sue Brandes says:
    June 7, 2021 at 8:00 am

    Love that spark. What a great photo to have.

    Reply
  10. Teddy says:
    June 7, 2021 at 5:00 am

    Oh we cats are so very sensitive…..we know things…..lots of things and SEE lots of stuff humans don’t see. May was lucky to have the companionship when he needed it most. Love that quote – Mom says it is VERY VERY true too.

    Hugs, Teddy

    Reply
  11. Memories of Eric and Flynn says:
    June 7, 2021 at 4:58 am

    That is a lovely quote and very sweet photo.

    Reply
  12. Meezer'sMews&TerrieristicalWoofs says:
    June 7, 2021 at 1:11 am

    That is a very sweet picture of Angel Mau and Astrid.

    I have some good friends that even if I haven’t seen them in ages, even years, we just pick up like we never had any time away from eachother.

    Reply

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YOU
For Fiona

It seems like only yesterday…
You were just a kitten.
When I saw your pleading look,
I was completely smitten.

Now at only six years old,
You are getting ready to leave,
Soon you will have your wings.
I’ve already started to grieve.

You’ve fought hard for the past year,
And I’m not ready to say good-bye.
I can’t imagine you not in my life
I am so sad…today I had to cry.

I am grateful and blessed
For my six years with you.
You’ll live in my heart forever.
You’re one of the best ever Kitties Blue.

© Janet Buickerood Blue 11/30/2016

YESTERDAY

Many yesterdays have passed since
You gained your angel wings. Today
Is six months since you left us behind
To remember and mourn. Our hearts
Continue to hurt, and we miss
You as much as the day you left.
Giulietta whined from the catio
Yesterday as I worked in the yard.
I know you put her up to it. That
Was your way of getting me to,
Allow you to join me as I
Gardened. You were there with me
In spirit. With every meow
I thought of you and how much I miss
Your sweet face and disposition.
In these past few months, many friends
Have traveled your same path in your
paw-steps. I am certain you were
Waiting to greet them with purrs and hugs.
I pray you and your friends are laughing,
Frolicking and having fun together.
Picturing that makes me smile, but
Does not lessen my sadness at your
No longer being here to snuggle
And receive our love, care and kisses.
Fiona, please do not ever forget
You are still and always will be loved.

© Janet Buickerood Blue 06/01/2017

ONE YEAR MISSING YOU

One year has passed since you flew away,
And I still think of you everyday.
I see your sweet face in my mind’s eye
And wish we’d never had to say good-bye.
It’s nice you’ve sent us kitties needing a family,
But my dearest love, we are now at capacity.
You thought it would take more than one cat
To take your place in our habitat.
We love Cooper Murphy and baby Sawyer dearly
But thinking either could replace you makes me teary.
You were one-of-a-kind and will stay in my heart
Until the day I join you and we’re no longer apart.
When once again I can hold you in my arms
And revel in all your love and feline charms.
Together with you and all who have passed.
I will spend eternity contemplating how blessed
I was to share my life with my furry children,
Each and every one of you one-in-a billion.

© Janet Buickerood Blue 11/30/2017

UNTIL

I miss you each day.
Until we meet in heaven,
The pain will remain.

© Giulietta Blue 11/01/17

ONE OF A KIND

I don’t know how to say good-bye.
I thought you were invincible; though,
You used up many of your nine lives.
You ruled us all with an iron paw;
Never took “no” for an answer
And always got your way.
If not, you’d bark to signal your
Displeasure and sometimes raise a paw.
I always joked that you were bi-polar.
When I told people you were a calico
They immediately understood what I meant.
Today was unnaturally quiet in the house.
Can a home seem empty with eight cats?
I will miss waking up at night to find you
Sitting next to me and staring at me.
I will miss you yelling at us as you did
When you wanted breakfast and dinner.
I will miss watching you lounging and snoozing
On the porch settee on a warm afternoon.
But most of all I will miss your kisses!
When kitten Sawyer befriended you,
We suspect you were imparting your
Wisdom and secrets for controlling us.
Time will tell if he was a good listener.
But whatever he may have learned,
Neither Sawyer nor any other cat
Can or will replace you in our hearts.
Lily Olivia, you were one-of-a-kind.

© Janet Buickerood Blue 01/03/2018

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Married: June 23, 2016

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YOU
For Fiona

It seems like only yesterday…
You were just a kitten.
When I saw your pleading look,
I was completely smitten.

Now at only six years old,
You are getting ready to leave,
Soon you will have your wings.
I’ve already started to grieve.

You’ve fought hard for the past year,
And I’m not ready to say good-bye.
I can’t imagine you not in my life
I am so sad…today I had to cry.

I am grateful and blessed
For my six years with you.
You’ll live in my heart forever.
You’re one of the best ever Kitties Blue.

© Janet Buickerood Blue 11/30/2016

YESTERDAY

Many yesterdays have passed since
You gained your angel wings. Today
Is six months since you left us behind
To remember and mourn. Our hearts
Continue to hurt, and we miss
You as much as the day you left.
Giulietta whined from the catio
Yesterday as I worked in the yard.
I know you put her up to it. That
Was your way of getting me to,
Allow you to join me as I
Gardened. You were there with me
In spirit. With every meow
I thought of you and how much I miss
Your sweet face and disposition.
In these past few months, many friends
Have traveled your same path in your
paw-steps. I am certain you were
Waiting to greet them with purrs and hugs.
I pray you and your friends are laughing,
Frolicking and having fun together.
Picturing that makes me smile, but
Does not lessen my sadness at your
No longer being here to snuggle
And receive our love, care and kisses.
Fiona, please do not ever forget
You are still and always will be loved.

© Janet Buickerood Blue 06/01/2017

ONE YEAR MISSING YOU

One year has passed since you flew away,
And I still think of you everyday.
I see your sweet face in my mind’s eye
And wish we’d never had to say good-bye.
It’s nice you’ve sent us kitties needing a family,
But my dearest love, we are now at capacity.
You thought it would take more than one cat
To take your place in our habitat.
We love Cooper Murphy and baby Sawyer dearly
But thinking either could replace you makes me teary.
You were one-of-a-kind and will stay in my heart
Until the day I join you and we’re no longer apart.
When once again I can hold you in my arms
And revel in all your love and feline charms.
Together with you and all who have passed.
I will spend eternity contemplating how blessed
I was to share my life with my furry children,
Each and every one of you one-in-a billion.

© Janet Buickerood Blue 11/30/2017

UNTIL

I miss you each day.
Until we meet in heaven,
The pain will remain.

© Giulietta Blue 11/01/17

ONE OF A KIND

I don’t know how to say good-bye.
I thought you were invincible; though,
You used up many of your nine lives.
You ruled us all with an iron paw;
Never took “no” for an answer
And always got your way.
If not, you’d bark to signal your
Displeasure and sometimes raise a paw.
I always joked that you were bi-polar.
When I told people you were a calico
They immediately understood what I meant.
Today was unnaturally quiet in the house.
Can a home seem empty with eight cats?
I will miss waking up at night to find you
Sitting next to me and staring at me.
I will miss you yelling at us as you did
When you wanted breakfast and dinner.
I will miss watching you lounging and snoozing
On the porch settee on a warm afternoon.
But most of all I will miss your kisses!
When kitten Sawyer befriended you,
We suspect you were imparting your
Wisdom and secrets for controlling us.
Time will tell if he was a good listener.
But whatever he may have learned,
Neither Sawyer nor any other cat
Can or will replace you in our hearts.
Lily Olivia, you were one-of-a-kind.

© Janet Buickerood Blue 01/03/2018

Kitty Couples

Angels
Allie & Mau
Married: July 23, 2016

Astrid & Sampson
Married: June 23, 2016

Lisbeth & Angel Charles

Noelle & Sawyer

Tyebe & Snap aka Cooper Murphy