Goodbye Sid
Ten years ago, Kathi brought home a tiny black kitten that she had rescued from the side of a busy street. This little kitten was a wild kitten who had apparently wandered away from his family and was facing certain death at the edge of one of the busiest streets in the area.
Sid was a great cat. He grew up along with our oldest daughter, and was a part of every family activity that we had in our home. Each night, without fail, he’d show up during family prayers, gently making himself a spot in the family circle.
A few months ago Sid went into kidney failure. This was likely a condition he’s had his whole life, and there was little we could do to help him out. He rebounded for a few months with love, care and attention. At times, it appeared that he might rally and be able to hang on a bit longer. Ultimately he couldn’t and it became clear that his condition wouldn’t get better.
Some pets have a unique ability to make deep emotional connections with their owners, and sometimes you don’t realize how deep that connection is until you hold them in your arms as the vet puts them to sleep. Sid was one of those pets, and he will be deeply missed.
Our home feels a bit empty, quieter, and missing a good friend.
Goodbye Sid.
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