Black Stripe One in favourite basking pose
For those of you who have been following the story, our beloved Black Stripe One died this evening, as he had lived - in the heart of our home and watched over by those who loved him, including his four-legged chums. (The Edinburgh Boy has not left my side since.)
He was by far the most relaxed and laid-back cat I ever had and he slipped out of this life to the closing strains of the theme tune of Strictly Come Dancing.
We lit a candle for him and covered him with his favourite blanket. And we'll miss him very, very much.
I am so sorry.
Posted by: Patty | 01 December 2008 at 04:17 AM
So sorry about your cat - how old was he? Am still missing Rescue Dog dreadfully and cannot persuade Husband to consider another four legged friend.
Posted by: Lindsay | 01 December 2008 at 08:16 AM
What a wonderful life he had with you, D, and what a peaceful way to leave it. Mxxxxx
Posted by: Maureen | 01 December 2008 at 09:45 AM
I an truly sorry.
Posted by: Belle Bamford | 01 December 2008 at 11:12 AM
D, I am so sorry, but glad that he was able to stay with you, in his home, unti the end. xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
Posted by: Juliet | 01 December 2008 at 11:21 AM
Sad news. Glad to know, though, that you were all together.
Posted by: Dawn | 01 December 2008 at 12:30 PM
I'm so sorry - thank you for sharing the picture of your good friend.
Posted by: melanie | 01 December 2008 at 03:16 PM
That's so beautiful and so sad. Life is full of too many goodbyes.
Posted by: cybill | 01 December 2008 at 04:23 PM
Really sorry to hear your news but I'm glad your lovely cat was with you all at the end of what I am sure was a very happy life.
Posted by: Liz | 01 December 2008 at 06:08 PM
I'm so sorry. It is such a wonderful privilege to be owned by a cat or dog - but oh so hard to part.
Margaretha
Posted by: margaretha | 01 December 2008 at 10:18 PM
What a journey you have all had, and one with lots of happy memories. Love C
Posted by: colleen | 01 December 2008 at 10:42 PM
My most sincere condolences for your loss.
Posted by: Barbara from Nova Scotia | 01 December 2008 at 10:47 PM
What a beautiful face he has..... so like my cat from when we were kids....
sending a hug....
Posted by: BumbleVee | 02 December 2008 at 06:43 PM
I'm so very sorry.
Posted by: Nan | 02 December 2008 at 08:52 PM
I'm so sorry to hear about the loss of your Stripe I and having had many many pets in my life I understand your pain. Animals become family members and are treated as such.
Another book that I read and recommend about doggies is called Dogs Never Lie About Love- don't remember the author but a very nice book indeed.
I enjoyed reading your writings and will visit again. May the Lord offer you comfort and peace during your time of loss.
Blessings,
Leslie
www.leslielovinlife.blogspot.com
Posted by: Leslie Rubio | 03 December 2008 at 03:02 PM
Thank you all so much for your kind and understanding comments and emails. And a warm welcome to Leslie, even on a sad occasion. How amazing to think that the story of one tabby cat has reached visitors as far away as New Zealand, the USA, Canada, Spain and Sweden.
Leslie: the book you mention, Dogs Never Lie About Love, is by Jeffrey Masson and it's one of my favourites.
Posted by: 60 Going On 16 | 03 December 2008 at 04:32 PM
RIP Stripe, in cat heaven ...
Posted by: Margaret Powling | 04 December 2008 at 07:10 PM
Just learned about your sweet kitty boy from Estorbo's blog. Our condolences for your loss, and we wish you many wonderful memories of your Black Stripe One.
The Yosemite Cats
Posted by: Ikaika | 08 December 2008 at 09:10 PM