" Bootsie "
July 11 1998
I only knew Bootsie during the last couple hours of his life.
I found him injured on the highway late one Saturday night
and located his owner in a near-by house.
I sat with him and petted him while the owner arranged for the vet.
I babysat for the owner's grandchildren while she took
Bootsie to the vet. The vet had to put Bootsie to sleep because his
injuries were so severe. As I sat with Bootsie that night
I felt a strong bond with a brave cat who's life was slipping
away in its prime because of our human-created automobile.
I'm very sad for Bootsie's short life but
grateful I had that brief time with him.
| Bootsie |
| Wake |