Finn's Little Brother Crossed the Rainbow Bridge

[Cheryl and Finnegan]

Finnegan's (feline) brother - Mistral Sky--crossed the Rainbow Bridge early this morning.  It feels like there's an empty space torn into the fabric of our lives.

Mistral is now with his beloved dog Teddy.  Truth be told, he never thought much of Finney and it was only at the insistence of his little sister, Song, that the two of them became friends. But Teddy befriended this 5 week old tiny white bundle with ice blue eyes who began his life in a field in a drain pipe some eleven years ago and if a cat can love a dog, then Mistral loved that old Beardie with all his heart.

I've always thought of myself as a "dog" person, but Mistral taught me the mysteries and wonder of being owned by a cat. A friend named him Mistral, although she insisted the kitten told her that was his name and she had no idea what it meant.  It's a wind that blows across the south of France with such force that it's said to drive people and animals mad.  We shortened it to Misty.

Misty lived up to his name. He could be quite a handful at times, and after a bout with cat scratch fever, my son said if I had any sense, I would drop him at the shelter and not look back, but I would not give up on him.  Eventually he became as loving and loyal as any dog. Never much for toys, I discovered by accident that he loved Native American flute music.  When he was having a meltdown or in pain, I would play it to calm him and he would drift off to sleep in the crook of my arm.  Only that.  No other music would do.

Whenever I took out the camera, Misty would silently disappear so I have very few pictures of him but he will live with me forever.  Finn doesn't seem to know that he's gone, but Song does. Instead of being curled up asleep in the sun, she's been staring into space all day.  Thanks for listening even though this is not doodle-related. R.I.P. dear Misty.  

  

[Adrianne Matzkin]

I am truly so sorry for your loss of Misty!!! Sending hugs!!!

[F, Calla & Luca]

What a handsome guy with discerning taste. I am so sorry Cheryl that Misty is gone but he is clearly lovingly remembered.

[Carol and Banjo]

What a beautiful creature.   I'm so sorry for your loss Cheryl.   I hope the soft breeze of Mistral flows through your days with sweet memories.

[Lori, Daphne, Lucy & Pippa]

Very nicely said Carol! Cheryl, I am so sorry you have to go this! I know you will miss him greatly! Many hugs!!!

[Emily, Bentley, & Maserati]

I'm sorry for your loss. What beautiful pictures and memories you have to cherish. 

[Karen, Jasper and Jackdoodle]

I'm so sorry, Cheryl. He was a beautiful boy and clearly he was deeply loved. May he rest in peace. 

[cheryl & oliver]

i am so sorry for your loss..hugs coming your way from your friends here in florida...I will light a candle to help him find his way to the bridge tonight. I am sure he will be welcomed by all our other pets that are there...Hugs...

[Sherri, Sophie, Winston, & Kitty]

I'm so sorry for you loss Cheryl. I can tell he had a wonderful life.

[Jane, Guinness and Murphy]

I'm so sorry about Misty....I so understand that empty feeling.

[Lucy & AnnaBelle's Mom]

So sorry for your loss.  Young, old, or in between, it is never easy.  Hopefully you find comfort in knowing what a wonderful life he had.   Hugs,

[Nicky, Riley & Boris]

I'm sad to read that your Mistral has gone from you, he was a beautiful cat and I can tell how very loved and cherished he was. RIP Misty

[Anne & Mr. Haley]

I am so sorry for your loss Cheryl.