Thoughts From Cheri: There is a hole in my heart now that Mia is gone. I miss the funny, high pitched chirping sound she made when she purred. I miss her gently pawing at me to play with her in bed at night, and again in the morning for me to get out of bed. I miss her greeting me at the door when I came home from school. I miss her hanging out with me while I worked at my desk. I miss the endearing way she liked to lay down on my study materials or made it difficult for me to type by laying across my keyboard. I miss seeing her follow me from room to room. I miss her warmth and love. I miss her beautiful eyes when they registered a connection in response to mine. I miss petting her delicate little body and holding her close. I miss her adorable little face. I miss her. My precious little girl. My much adored companion. She will forever be loved and remain in my thoughts. I miss her so very deeply. **************************** Thoughts From Cheri†s Partner(Michael A): Mia - she got to me. Such a little cat; such a big heart, so sweet and loving. Cheri and Mia were devoted to each other. Mia followed her Cheri wherever she went - whether she felt well or not. And, Mia almost never felt totally well; probably congenital. She struggled every day - to eat, to keep her food down, to feel comfortable.She took so many medications, lovingly given by her Cheri, twice a day, every day. Cheri was an amazing caretaker; when Cheri†s phone alarm rang, everything stopped - it was time for Mia†s Meds. Years of this; and, Mia never complained. If Mia was with her Cheri â€" she was happy. The last few years were a real struggle. Finally, Mia†s little body just gave out. You feel so sad and helpless when you†ve tried so hard and there†s nothing more that you can do. I so miss her too.