I've had Radar for probably almost 15 years.. I don't exactly remember when I got him. I'm kind of glad I did. I guess in a small way, I knew, eventually there would come a time... he is sitting, where I had been giving Abu special at-home care during a bit of his last few days.

The little vial contains a bit of Abu's fluff that I found on the floor. I've added a little more to it since. While posting this, I've added more from a brush had used on him, a while back. (Just remembered about it while posting here) My room mate was kind enough to give me the vial, leather string and clips.

Everyone deals with the loss in their own way. Some rather not have reminders of that special something that used to be around. For me.. I know its not him, but at least its something 'of' him that is still around. Having things, where he was never around, I feel would probably do me more harm. Sure, there are memories, but still...

And thanks to everyone's condolences. I believe I should be OK. It wouldn't be the first time. And to those that took the news pretty hard, my thoughts to you.