Crying for you now. I hope it is ok to share some of my favourite words on this. It's from a book about dogs called Bones Would Rain From The Sky but applies equally to all pets I think. I hope it brings some comfort as it has for me. I hope you see your beautiful cat Max on the other side and the reunion is as joyful as I imagine it will be. Thinking of you all, A 🙏💚
“Take one lifetime with animals. Grind it hard against mistakes and misunderstanding. Season heavily with the desire to get it right, and layer generously with the forgiveness of every animal who passed through your hands. Stew for years, being sure that gifted teachers (animal or human) stir the mess from time to time as needed so it keeps cooking. Serve when it begins to get clear. Yield: a few precious drops worth having”