So hard to say goodbye

Romeo has been my little buddy ever since I brought him home with me when he was only 6 weeks old. He's been by my side through so many ups and downs. He has comforted me when I've been sad, cheered me up when I've been down and has been the constant in my life for over eight years. Last year, as you know, he had some troubles with eating and his liver, but with lots of care and affection, he bounced back.

Today was a very difficult day for me. Today I had to say goodbye to my sweet Romes. After much turmoil I finally made the decision for the following reason, He has always been an outside cat. He loved coming in and out as he pleased and has always done so his whole life. When we moved to the Pomona house, we kept him inside because our dogs were outside. He actually didn't seem to mind. When I would open the patio door to see if he wanted to check it out, he's tip toe out onto the grass, sniff around for a bit and then bold back inside. I think he was nervous about the puppies. Then he started going pee on the dining room rug, No matter what we did, he kept doing it. I knew he was trying to tell me that he wanted out, and I just felt like it wasn't fair to him to keep him locked up when he wanted to run free.

I could have done the selfish thing and kept him at home with us, but I love him too much. I made arrangements for him to move in with Matt, because he loves Matt and I knew he would take good care of him. Marcus came and picked him up tonight and I just couldn't watch them leave. I said my goodbyes, gave Romeo lots of hugs and kisses, told him I loved him and then went outside. I stuffed my headphones into my ears and turned up my iPod so I didn't hear him meowing as he left. I let some tears fall and just kept telling myself this was for the best.

I know that Romeo is going to be just fine. He'll be happy to be back with Matt and I have comfort in knowing that he's with someone that loves him just as much as I do. Thank you Romes, for bringing me so much love and joy for so many years, I love you and will never forget you.

Hair today, gone tomorrow

Look at that gorgeous head of hair on my sons head! He has the perfect "bang swoop" and I admit it, I'm jealous. His hair grows so fast. I wish mine did, then I could do all kind of crazy cuts and have it back to a good length in no time. I actually really like his hair this length but the poor kid is constantly brushing it out of his face, and I've even used a bobby pin to hold it back while he eats. So, it was time to get it snipped again.

His first haircut we did at home, but now he's 6 months old so for his second haircut, we took him to "Cool Cuts." I wasn't sure how'd he do having to sit still and not be a wiggle worm, but he did great. He got to sit in a car while his stylist cut away and even wear a cape. People couldn't believe that he was already getting a haircut at such a young age but they were totally shocked when we told them it was his second one.

I love the finished product and thinks he looks awesome as a little slick Dom!