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A very special cat

I was really sad to hear today of the loss of a really lovely, wise old cat, Joe - or as we have always known him, Jo-Jo.  He came to live with my daughter and her ex-husband back in 2000.  A scrawny little character, who rocketed around their flat, bouncing off the walls and living his young kitten life to the full!  Throughout his very good life he has mothered one or two young kittens who have come into the family, including my beloved Pippi, and in the photos below you can see him providing warmth and protective love to my granddaughter's kitten, Missy, when she first arrived in the family. 

 He had a long and good life, brought lots of pleasure to us all, companionship to his fellow cats and he will be missed.  I know he will.  Sleep well Jo-Jo, and thank you for looking after Pips when she found herself in a new and strange place.

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  1. sally evers20 October 2018 at 05:02

    I am so sorry to hear of the loss of Joe....always sad to lose a beloved pet. RIP Joe xx

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    1. the running wave20 October 2018 at 08:50

      Always loved Jo-Jo. Such a lovely cat and although he wasn't our cat, we did live alongside him for 6 years or so, and he was affectionate, always on a mission to or from the wood, loved lying on top of the external boiler outside our kitchen window, with Slinky alongside. Funny how cats know all the warm cosy places! I just loved him and especially his gentle way with the kitten cats that joined the household over the years!

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    2. Sally21 October 2018 at 20:44

      The kids remember Jo on our visit! C was very sad to hear! She sends her love 💕

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