Yesterday was the two-year anniversary of Milton’s departure for the Rainbow Bridge. Even two year laters, it hurts my heart to think about all that he missed out on. My only comfort is that he knew love for that short week that I had with him.
Milton is buried in our back yard and with a white-flowering dogwood tree planted over him. I was worried Milton’s tree didn’t make it through this past winter. When springtime came and everything was in full bloom, Milton’s tree was bare. However, a few weeks late, he finally bloomed. I think that’s rather fitting, actually. The real Milton was a late bloomer himself, after all.
Now Milton’s tree stands at about 11 feet tall and continues to grow. A wonderful reminder of the adorably sweet and lovable Milton <3
If you are a new reader and are interested in reading Milton’s story, you can read these two posts:
Welcome Home, Milton
Fly Free, Little Milton
Summer says
Purrs to you as you remember Milton. I’m so glad you were able to give him love for his short time here on earth.
da tabbies o trout towne says
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Eastside Cats says
Aww, Angel Milton! What a cutie you were!
Tamago says
We remember this precious baby, too. Sending warm thoughts your way xo
caren gittleman says
keeping you in our thoughts and prayers as you remember. The tree is the most magnificent memorial ever!
The Swiss Cats says
Purrs and hugs to you today. Purrs
Kitties Blue says
Feeling a little teary-eyed. Two years seems to have flown by, and Milton’s tree is growing fast. What you did for this baby and what you would have done for him if you could have saved him is all any kitty could wish for. We love you all for everything you do for all your kitties, but especially the special needs ones. Astrid is sending Sampy all her love and oodles of kisses ?. XOCK, angel Lily Olivia, Mauricio, Misty May, Giulietta, angel Fiona, Astrid, Lisbeth, Calista Jo, Cooper Murphy and Sawyer
Random Felines says
A short life but a wonderful impact
The Island Cats says
We remember sweet Milton. What a beautiful way to honor and remember him. Sending you lots of purrs this day….
Allison says
Hugs! Bless you for giving your heart and home to Milton, despite his short time with you. The tree is a lovely reminder.
Melissa & Mudpie says
That precious little guy stole my heart and I never even met him. I remember being at the hospital with my dad on the day you lost him and I started crying right there. Thank you for loving him so much during the short time you had him.
Mary McNeil says
His tree is a wonderful symbol of courage and love .
Ellen Pilch says
Sending you hugs as you remember sweet Milton.
mommakatandherbearcat says
Some cats change everything for us – even when the time we spend with them is a matter of days instead of years. Gorgeous tree!
meowmeowmans says
A life so brief, but a lifetime of love and importance. Sending purrs and prayers to you as you remember your beloved Milton.
nanuk says
We send gentle wooooos,
Raven says
Thanks for sharing Milton’s memory. You were lucky to have been graced with each other, even for such a short time.
Mr Buttons says
Milton and I have been having a grand time. I introduced him to our families kitten angel, Teeny Tiny.
Purrs
Angel Mr Buttons
Dalton/Angel-MrJackFreckles/Pipo & Angel-Minko says
Milton was such a sweet and teeny wee kitty, Sad that he had to become an angel…but e knew tons of love, and that is the best thing evfur.