and

as suddenly as

nacho the cat not the food

stepped into our lives

and became family

he has exited once more.

–

last night he slept

calm and close

purring and cuddling

warm fur soft and gentle.

tonight it will be quiet.

–

we are made better

for having known him

and

he’ll be

remembered for

his sense of humor

 his friendly ways

and

his love of life.

we will all miss him dearly.

–

adios amigo.

until we meet again.

—

“there is no death. only a change of worlds.”

– chief seattle