My Meezer Muse
This “Mondays with Merlin” is dedicated to my sister Coco who died last year on September 14. She was my best and only live-in feline friend for almost sixteen years. I guess you could call her my meezer muse. If you didn’t read yesterday’s post, there are links to all the details surrounding her death and beautiful funeral. Death is an uncomfortable subject, but by talking about it, sharing stories and photos we learn and grow in our humanity. There will never be another Coco, but I’m grateful for my devoted friend Gris Gris. When I cry and carry on, he comes running. I get confused sometimes when I bump into things and he reassures me. It’s not the same as Coco but it is what it is.
I don’t understand why everyone thinks Ling Ling looks like Coco. Look at this collage. Can you tell who is who? I may be blind but I’m not stupid. Ling Ling doesn’t smell or sound like Coco but Layla was freaked out with the resemblance and their penchant for the same sunny spot on the stairs. My lesson this week is about being authentic. You were born an original. Stay original. Don’t be a copy cat.
7 Comments
Pam Kimmell
I’m sure you do miss Coco Merlin, but she will indeed always be with you (and your Mom Layla). Once a meezer muse, always a meezer muse.
Pam
Deb Barnes - Zee and Zoey
Oh Merlin… to thy self be true. Your Coco will never be forgotten, but it is very nice of you to let Gris Gris feel important by helping you once in awhile. And it does seem you are genuinely fond of him. Meows and purrs to you…
Brian
That was a very beautiful tribute. Hugs from all of us.
Marg
What a nice tribute to Coco. I can’t believe it has been a whole year. I remember that sad day. We sure don’t think Ling Ling looks like Coco. Hope all of you have a fun week and we know you will with Odin around. Take care.
Milo and Alfie
What a beautiful remembrance post. We are so sorry for your loss. And we agree with you ~ be an original, be authentic. xx
CATachresis
Merlin, you are a very wise cat and definitely authentic. Have a great week xox
Cheysuli
No matter how much we may be like those who came before (I am the second in a meezer line) meezers are always original. I am glad you have Gris Gris to reassure you. I think that is very important.