Oz by Ashley / Your momma

Oz,

You were such a terror when you first joined the family. It was clear that you had been scarred. But I was entranced by you as soon as I saw you, and it became clear that underneath your phobias, you had a tender little heart beating. I’ll never forget your purrs, laughter, kissy-sounds and ear-splitting squawking, and I’ll always treasure our snuggles. It was always so adorable to wake up to find you had escaped your cage again so you could come cuddle me. You were a tenacious, eccentric little guy, but above all, you were affectionate and devoted. I miss you so incredibly.