John Atkison @Duende
On Tuesday April 12, 2022, I had to put to sleep my beloved cat Squirrel. He was one of the greatest, talkative and funniest cats I've ever had the pleasure of knowing. He was about 13 years old when he passed. Not a long life as far as cats go but then his fire burnt bright.

He will be much missed. R.I.P Squirrel.

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09:48 AM - Apr 14, 2022
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Meeka Stella @MeekaStella
18 April, 09:01
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I am so sorry, John! Squirrel looks like a precious kitty. We love our furbabies. It hurts so much when they leave us. May the light of the Holy Spirit surround you and give you comfort.

The kitty in my profile picture is Meeka. Meeka means twinkle in Latin, which is why I have the name Meeka Stella, Twinkle Star. My real name is Mary. I have had many kitties. I still do. Meeka was a precious treasure. For the last few years of her life, she slept in the crook of my arm at night. We found her when she was 3 weeks old, and we had to bottle feed her. I look forward to seeing her when I, too, cross Rainbow Bridge.

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John Atkison @Duende
18 April, 09:46
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Thank you. The reality of Squirrel being gone really hit me this weekend, I was so depressed.

Life must go on though. Squirrel will not be waiting for me at the Heavenly end of the Rainbow bridge, he'll be on the bridge when he hears I'm coming home.

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LoveConquers All @All777Love
15 April, 02:58
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Soo sorry, Squirrel was a beautiful cat. Looks like he lived a wonderful life!
R.I.P.🙏🏽💗⭐️

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John Atkison @Duende
18 April, 03:58
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Thank you.

This past weekend was tough for me. It's been depressing not having him around anymore. The realization of how special he was is starting to sink in.

I'll be OK, but it will take some time to heal from his passing.

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POCO THUNDER @POCOTHUNDER
14 April, 10:16
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😢💔💟

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Jordan Anderson donated @Jiggitron
14 April, 06:35
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Your story really stuck with me today. I even left work early just to hang out with Moose. So I opened photoshop and tinkered around. They say dogs are a mans best friend but I've never had a friend like Moose, so I know it ain't easy for you. Not that I have anything against dogs. Cherish the little one you still have. But I doubt I need to tell you that.

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John Atkison @Duende
18 April, 04:25
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Thank you so very much.

I went looking for a picture of one my other cats who has since long departed and came across this video of Squirrel. I estimate he was about 6 months old at the time I shot this video. Enjoy.

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edawg2362 CEB donated @edawg2362
14 April, 04:58
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so sorry for your loss.
please take comfort in knowing that Squirrel completed his mission with you and your family and that he knows just how much you love him. also rejoice with the hope that your souls will join again in the future.

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I’m no one @Iam4truth
14 April, 04:52
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so sorry for your loss! what a beautiful little guy!

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John Atkison @Duende
18 April, 04:18
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He was one special cat.

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Divine Dirtclod donated @Divinedirtclod
14 April, 04:51
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RIP, Catnip filled streets.

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John Atkison @Duende
18 April, 04:17
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Catnip, ah yes. I used to be able grow catnip in my yard but Squirrel and other cats I've had gobbled up the young plants in no time.

Squirrel now has enough catnip to keep him satiated for a eternity.

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Yester Vue @realyestervue
14 April, 04:51
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Just Katie⍟ donated @Generator
14 April, 02:27
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RIP official blanket warmer

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Jessi Doe @Jessi
14 April, 01:35
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Putting down a pet is one of the hardest thing to do in life IMO. So sorry for your loss.

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Elsie M.. @Maxine1111
14 April, 01:14
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My heart goes out to you. I too have been there too many times that I care to remember. ❤️

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John Atkison @Duende
18 April, 04:05
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Thank you.

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John Atkison @Duende
18 April, 04:05
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Thank you.

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KiKi Love1111 ⭐️✅ donated @KiKiLove1111
14 April, 01:00
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So sorry for your loss :(
🙏🙏🙏Praying for You🙏🙏🙏

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Kly Fdt donated @Kfed71
14 April, 12:56
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Sorry for your loss. I still miss mine.

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Generica - WE ARE ALL ONE VOICE donated @akalaurel
14 April, 12:50
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Had a black beauty just like him, named Merlini ... the day I had to put him down was so tough, I am so sorry for your loss, eventually you will only focus on the joys and interactions the two of you shared ... they are remarkable critters. Take care.

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John Atkison @Duende
14 April, 12:53
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Thank you. Merlini, love that name.

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KungFu Kelly donated @KungfuKelly
14 April, 12:16
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🙏 so sorry for your loss.

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Cindy _MAGA @MAGA_WWG1WGA
14 April, 12:15
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So sorry for your loss ! They become family .

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joann ferguson donated @joann212
14 April, 11:39
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I'm so sorry for your loss. I know exactly how you feel. Sending energy and good thoughts your way.

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Redwhiteand Bleaux @Redwhiteandbleaux
14 April, 11:36
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im so sorry for your loss 🙏🏼

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Redwhiteand Bleaux @Redwhiteandbleaux
14 April, 11:36
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im so sorry for your loss 🙏🏼

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John Atkison @Duende
14 April, 11:01
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I want to thank everyone who has commented on the passing of Squirrel. He was a great cat and will be missed.

I'm not without a benevolent master however. I have this beautiful and unusual grey cat, Duende. His face is what you see in my profile picture. From what I can determine, based on shape of head and those big ears, he has a significant amount of Singapura breed in him. If I decide to get another cat, I'll be looking into this breed.

So, meet the new master of my house. He is quite the handsome cat now but was a bit of an ugly duckling when a kitten. His yawn is, well, you got to see the picture in the images posted below. I've included a picture of a Singapura along with those of Duende (and Squirrel).

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TXSquirrel Patriot @UltraTXSquirrel
14 April, 10:58
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What a beautiful baby! My heart goes out to you. I have been there many times before and it is never an easy task. Our sweet boy passed in 2012 at 17 years old, then in 2019, 2 bonded brothers found us and made us their "forever home". I guess it was time to open our hearts once more!

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John Atkison @Duende
14 April, 11:06
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Thank you. Like you, I've had to put down my share of beloved pets and agree it's never an easy task.

Glad you have two more wonderful benevolent masters to keep you company. I suspect Squirrel is already working on sending a replacement to keep me and my other cat Duende company (he's the guy whose face you see in my profile picture).

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Irene Nefelli @Irene_Nefelli
14 April, 10:55
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So sorry John. It’s awful to lose them.
20 yr old Julie left us last summer - the loss is heavy but I can say that the love between you remains. You will always feel it. 🌸

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Cookie Lover @WonderBird
14 April, 10:38
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Squirrel was greeted on the other side by our beloved Lucy, Hershey, Moo Moo and Pirate! All great cats we acquired when no one else wanted them. The pain is real now and will transform to happy memories in time. Blessings

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John Atkison @Duende
14 April, 10:42
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Thank you.

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Jordan Anderson donated @Jiggitron
14 April, 10:35
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I'm sorry for your loss. He's the spitting image of my cat Moose and I've been dreading the inevitable day I'll have to say goodbye. I can't imagine any of it is easy.

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John Atkison @Duende
14 April, 10:39
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Moose, what a great name for a cat. Love and cherish him while he's here. And I agree it's never easy saying goodbye.

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Miko Hilo @MikoHilo
14 April, 10:34
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I'm sorry about you going through this and no longer having the physical presence of your cute cat Squirrel with you. My prayer and hope is healing and peace in your heart, knowing Squirrel is being great and playing in a really awesome place. Ready to greet and show you around when the time comes. I'm sure he enjoyed his time with you, being loved and thankful for the care and home you gave him during his time here. My heart goes out to you :)

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John Atkison @Duende
14 April, 11:31
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Thank you. Squirrel was quite the talkative cat. He could communicate what he wanted by slight variations in his meow and other sounds he made. I'm sure he's talking up a storm in heaven right now.

I know he'll be there to greet me and give me the grand tour of Heaven when it's my time to leave the Earth plane. I suspect it will be quite the tour and I'll be looking forward to it.

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Melmaniam - MF @melmaniam
14 April, 10:27
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He was quite the handsome boy. I am so sorry for your loss!!!😪

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Melmaniam - MF @melmaniam
14 April, 10:27
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He was quite the handsome boy. I am so sorry for your loss!!!😪

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Melmaniam - MF @melmaniam
14 April, 10:27
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He was quite the handsome boy. I am so sorry for your loss!!!😪

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