“Until one has loved an animal, a part of one’s soul remains unawakened.”

— Anatole France

October 26, 2025 — A Day of Remembrance

In Loving Memory of Mia

Our beautiful and loving cat, Mia, graced our lives for 19 and a half wonderful years. She passed away on October 26, 2025 — the very same day I lost my mother in 2007. I’ve always felt that their spirits were connected. Mia was born around March 25, 2006 — near, or perhaps even on, my mother’s birthday. It feels as though one love entered my life just as another departed.

Mia was strong and full of life. Even in her final days, her will to live was extraordinary. She carried herself with such grace and quiet dignity, and she left this world just as she lived in it — surrounded by love, here in our home.

We miss her deeply. We will always love her, and we are endlessly grateful for the joy, comfort, and companionship she gave us for nearly two decades.

I love you, Mia. I love you forever.

Journey on, sweet Mia.

Thank you for the love you shared.