Meow Monday – pictures of cute cats to start the week. Come see what Felix, Mack, and Mango have been up to!
It is with a heavy heart that have to announce that Grandpa Felix has crossed over The Rainbow Bridge.
Felix’s health had been deteriorating over the past year. He had stopped grooming and lost a lot of weight. He started vomiting up blood last week. We took him to the vet and she found a mass near his stomach. We knew it was time to let him go.
We adopted Felix from Kitty Kat Haven & Rescue on June 1, 2019. Felix was very sad at the Haven. He didn’t really eat or get up from his bed. I read about Felix on Facebook and convinced Chicken Legs to go visit him.
We went to Kitty Kat Haven to visit Felix. As soon as Chicken Legs said his name, Felix jumped up and let Chicken Legs hold him. The ladies at the Haven had never seen Felix move! They almost cried. We spent some time with Felix and finalized the adoption. The volunteers at the Haven brought in a pet carrier and Felix walked right in and sat down. He was ready to come home with us!
Such a regal boy.
I miss his sweet face asking to steal my office chair for a nap.
We gave Felix the nickname Grandpa because he treated the kittens like his own. He loved them to death. Mango adored him.
Best buds – they look like twins.
Felix’s favorite place was outside. He loved the heat and the fresh catnip.
During the pandemic, he even became an adventure cat!
Felix had the MOST expressive facial expressions. You knew exactly what he was thinking by looking at his pretty green eyes.
While it might look like he hated his lion cut, he actually LOVED it! He pranced around like the king of the jungle! Grandpa just hated pictures!
Grandpa loved his catnip banana. He would roll around on the floor and rub his face on it.
We are all adjusting to our new normal. Mango keeps waiting for Grandpa to come downstairs in the morning for breakfast. Mack isn’t sleeping on the blankets on the sofa – he misses his nap buddy. The babies have never lived without him.
1, 465 days wasn’t enough days with this sweet boy.
Steph
I just read about Grandpa Felix, and am so sad he is gone. I feel your heartbreak and share your tears. He was GORGEOUS! And I love the story of how he and Chicken Legs immediately bonded. Being a senior citizen myself, I always looked forward to reading about Felix’s antics during the week. You and your hubby and Mango & Mack gave him a wonderful, quality life~thank you for adopting him and giving him immeasurable joy and love. He is now hanging with sweet Jack (and the two torties you had when I first discovered Meow Monday). May you all find comfort in days to come.
Aw poor handsome little Felix! I’m so sorry to hear this. But he had the best home with you and Chicken Legs and the kittens.
He was very loved.
I am so very sorry to hear that Grandpa Felix crossed the Rainbow bridge. They leave such big holes in our hearts when they pass over. – He was such a fun kitty to read about. I always loved seeing pictures of him enjoying the sunshine and lounging around. May you cherish all those beautiful memories of him. Rest in Peace sweet boy.
I’m so very sorry about Grandpa Felix. He was a gorgeous boy, and I know your heart is breaking.
I’m so sorry for your lost, but I’m glad that you were there for Grandpa Felix and gave him the best life when he needed you the most. He will be missed!
So sorry for your loss. Rest in peace Grandpa Felix.
The name Grandpa Felix always cracked me up. He surely lived a longer life with ya’ll.
“A little body often harbors a great soul.”
You all gave Felix a wonderful life…Bless you & your family.
So sorry to hear about Grandpa Felix. I have been following Meow Mondays for several years and like you have always had orange kitties. Our baby boy, BacYard, crossed over the Rainbow Bridge last year and there hasn’t been a day I haven’t thought of him. Know in your heart what a wonderful life Granda Felix had thanks to you and Chicken Legs! My sincere condolences and keep posting Meow Monday!
We lost our “Grandpa” Patches a little over a week ago. I cried when I saw sweet Felix passed. Patches reminded me so much of Felix. He came to us last July, showing up in our barn. We brought him in the house and he never looked back. He had only one eye, was mostly deaf, and most of his hair missing from flea allergy. He wouldn’t groom much either. After many trips to the vets, lots of love, and special food he became a very happy old man. He slept between me and my husband. We are heartbroken. Patches and Felix are hanging out together now in Kitty Heaven!
Hi Steph,
Saddened at the loss of Grandpa Felix. I look forward to Meow Monday every week, and when I read that Felix had passed, I felt so bad. My first cat was a marmalade who passed away from FIP at the age of 3. I was heartbroken, and always had a special fondness for cats that color. Even though they’re not physically with us, their presence will always be there. My heart goes out to you, but I still look forward to the antics of Mack and Mango, and of course, your wonderful recipes!
I, too, am so deeply sorry for your loss. He was definitely a class act and his own man. Looked forward to Monday mornings to see how your kitties were doing. I lost a cool guy recently and while sorry not surprised at Grandpa’s passing. Blessings to yours and mine.
I’m so incredibly sorry for your loss of Grandpa Felix. He usually looked grumpy in the pictures, but you could tell he was really a sweetie. I love your Meow Mondays and will miss seeing his sweet face. Thinking of you all ❤️
I remember when you got that sweet boy, and how happy I was that you adopted an older cat, and gave him such a wonderful life. He adored y’all and had his happiest years with you. It’s always so awful to say goodbye, I’m so sorry.
So sorry for your loss. I look forward to Meow Mondays and will miss Grandpa Felix. He was a special kitty and I am sad he is gone.
Oh dear. I remember when you got him – it was such a surprise when he clicked in such a hurry with your husband. We will all miss him.
But happy to know that he didn’t appear to be miserably sick for very long.
Again, he will surely be missed –
I am so sorry for your loss. I enjoyed watching grandpa Felix. He will be missed!!
So sorry for the loss of your sweet, majestic Grandpa Felix. What a handsome boy he was, and those beautiful green eyes! So much love between him, Mack and Mango in those pictures, you just know Grandpa Felix knew how loved and wanted he was. You and Chicken Legs made his senior years truly blessed. God bless you, Chicken Legs, Mack and Mango, and may He comfort you in this difficult time. Sending love and prayers your way.
I teared up reading this. My daughter and I would look forward to Meow Monday and would laugh and “ahhh” while reading them (I also love your recipes and are some of my favorites). Thank you Grandpa Felix for the smiles and few pictures with your eyes open to see those green beauties.
Lots of love to you Stephanie, your family and Miss Mango and Mack.
I am so sorry to read this about Grandpa Felix. I hope it gives you comfort to remember what a good life you he had in his last years.
I am soooo sorry to hear about Grandpa Felix. I will miss seeing his beautiful face every week. I am crying with you and everyone else. Losing our fur babies is always so hard but we know it is for the best. I have lost 3 over the past 18 years with the most recent in January so reading about Felix is extra hard. You can take comfort in knowing that you gave him the best years of his life and he went to kitty heaven knowing that he was loved. Sending hugs your way.
A quote that helped me when we had to put down our beloved 19-year-old Callie last December: Grief is the price we pay for love, and it is worth it a million times over. I am crying with you today. It is always hard. So glad you still have Mack and Mango. We now have Peaches and Chewy that we adopted from the local shelter to love on.
So sorry to hear of your loss. It is the same as losing a family member. Thank you for the background of how you adopted Grandpa.
I am so sorry about Grandpa Felix. I look forward to your post every Monday. He took the sweetest pics. Thank you for giving him a loving home! Hug Mack and Mango extra tight tonight. I can’t even begin to imagine how much they are missing him.😿🙏🏼😿
So sorry for your loss. Take comfort knowing he loved you and his golden years were happy thanks to you, your husband and family of kitties.
I am so sorry to hear about Grandpa Felix. What a blessing it was that you were able to give him such a wonderful life! His beautiful face will be missed.
I am so sorry for your loss , what a beautiful boy Grampa Felix was….Thank you for giving him a loving home in his late years. He knows he was Loved 💗 😻 by you and the other fur babies!! I was tearing up reading….it broke my heart……. sending hugs your way………
I am so sorry for your loss , what a beautiful boy Grampa Felix was….Thank you for giving him a loving home in his late years. He knows he was Loved 💗 😻 by you and the other fur babies!! I was tearing up reading….it broke my heart……. sending hugs your way………
I look forward to your posts every week, I will sure miss Grandpa Felix on the porch! I have two orange tabbies ( one is more of a buff color) Prayers for comfort for you.
So sorry for the loss of Grandpa Felix. We lost our Waffles last year at the end of July and I have told myself over and over that God gave us creatures to enjoy and when the creatures are not able to enjoy things it is time to let them go. Grandpa Felix is over the rainbow frolicking around free of pain and disease!!!! May this leave you with a bit of less pain at this time. Much Love and Hugs for all of you.
Missing grandpa cat with you. So sorry for your loss. Sending hugs to you and the “kittens”
Missing grandpa cat with you. So sorry for your loss. Sending hugs to you and the “kittens”
YOU HAVE MY DEEPEST SYMPATHY TO THE BOTTOM OF MY HEART & FELIX TOO.
LISA G.
I teared up when I read the first paragraph. I was showing my husband the cat pictures for the first time. We were both saddened by Grandpa Felix’s passing but enjoyed hearing about Grandpa Felix’s adoption into your home. Since I view the cat pictures each week, it was nice to see the best of Grandpa Felix’s photographs. I’ll miss Grandpa Felix. He was a feisty little guy. We wish you, Chicken Legs, Mack and Mango comfort during the grieving process. Having had to say good-bye to six of my beloved cat companions over the years, I know the sting of grief. I also know that one day the grief will be replaced by fond memories and old stories.
Sooo sorry about Grandpa Felix. It is always hard to lose a fur baby. Thank you for giving him a loving home in his golden years. I know he loved you too. Just remember he is always watching over you
In spirit. Much love to you😻
.
Soooo sorry about Grandpa Felix. You gave him a wonderful life in his golden years. It is always hard to lose a fur baby. You did your best. You loved him immensely, and I am sure he knew it. He will always be with you and watching over you in spirit.
I am so sorry for your loss. Grandpa was my favorite! I loved looking at his photos.
He looked like a little lion. He was special in his own way it seems.
So sorry for your loss! Never easy to lose our little furballs. Thank you for giving him a great and loving home.
Oh, I’m so sorry to hear about Felix. I know the 1465 days with y’all were his best and happiest days! I have a 17 year old little girl. I try to snuggle with her some everyday because I know time is precious. I also have a light ginger boy named Felix. Every time I see my Felix, I’ll be thinking of y’all.
My heart breaks for you, Chicken Legs, Mango and Mack. I know it’s a terrible loss for you all. I hope you find some peace knowing he isn’t in pain anymore.
I’m so very sorry. Grandpa had the best 1,465 days of his life with you! I hope the kitties adjustment will be smooth learning to live without Grandpa. I love that you and your husband gave him a special home.
I’m so sorry for your loss. Felix was a big part of my Monday morning. I always look forward to Meow Monday, it makes my day. Getting to know your kitties throughout the years made me feel like I was part of their lives. I will miss him.
I’m so sorry for your loss. I always enjoy the photos every Monday of your kitties.
Felix was so lucky to have a wonderful life with your family. He was a handsome kitty!
It’s so hard to lose a furbaby; we never have enough time with them.
Condolences to you and your sweet cat family at this most difficult time in your lives. To lose any animal who is a member of such a wonderful clan of people and other pets is not a easy time to go through and I hope with time your memories of your beloved cat stay with you forever. May Grandpa Felix Rest in peace.
So sorry for your loss. You gave him a wonderful home for his last years.
Steph,
I remember how devastating it was losing my beautiful ginger boy and when you lost Jack. Felix and your babies are lucky to have you and Chicken legs! I love them too much!❤️❤️😞
I am deeply saddened by the passing of Grandpa Felix. No matter whether we have them for a few years or many years it is never each to let them go. Just know today he is watching beautiful birds and probably rolling in catnip without pain and suffering. My thoughts and prayers are with you all! The pain never goes away but the memories will grow sweeter with each passing day.
I’m so sorry to read this news. I know how hard it is to lose our fur babies, but I hope you get some comfort in knowing that you helped Grandpa live his later years with much love. Sending prayers to all of you…yourself, Chicken Legs, and Mango and Mack.
Thinking of you and how very hard it is to say goodbye to loved ones, whether two- or four-footed. I didn’t know Felix’s shelter story until today and it made it all the more clear what a tremendous gift you gave to a senior cat. While I have enjoyed all your kitties I always adored how rumpled Grandpa Felix looked most of the time! Hugs to all of you from me and my ginger, Milo.
I am so sorry about your fur baby. I have 2 that are coming up on 19.
I am so sorry for your loss. They are never with us long enough. He was a beautiful orange tabby and you gave him wonderful last years.
My heart goes out to all of you for your loss. Grandpa Felix was so cute and I always enjoyed him and Mango together. My daughter lost one of her fur babies last week too. She was 18 years old and it was just time. We all have been missing her so much this week. Lots of hugs to all of you.
Dear Steph, Chicken Legs, Mango and Mack
As I write this I am trying to wipe away my tears, but they just won’t stop. Grandpa Felix always started my week off with a happy heart. I know how difficult this is for all of you. I have lost many fur babies throughout the years. My thoughts are with all of you.
Dear Steph, Chicken Legs, Mango and Mack,
Thank you for allowing Grandpa Felix to be part of our lives. I know your hearts are hurting and I’m so sorry for your loss. What a sweet baby boy he was!
Rest in Peace, Grandpa
From: Snoopy,Tiny and Sheba
So very sorry to hear this…lost of hugs to all of you!
I am so heartbroken. I can’t stop crying. I loved seeing him every week. We all know there are no words that any else can stay that can heal your loss. Felix, Grandpa, will surely be missed. Thank you for giving him a few years of happiness and love.
Simone
So sorry for your loss. I love your pics of your fur babies. We lost our Charlie almost three years ago. We never have enough time with them
I loved him too . He was quite the little man and I will always be grateful that you shared Felix with me.
I am literally crying now along with you! I feel as if Grandpa Felix was one of my own, living vicariously with him through your beautiful pictures. I hope you find peace and solace knowing you gave Felix such a wonderful, loving life. As difficult as it is right now, try to remember all the humorous and fun times you had with him (I remember how much the “lion cut” photos made me smile!). Again, so sorry.
I am so sorry for your loss 😢
so very sorry
I am so sorry to learn about felix my heart is heavy
Oh, Steph, my heart aches for all of you. Reading about and seeing sweet and humorous pictures of Grandpa Felix has been part of my Monday morning routine. And I thank you for that. It’s so difficult to have that daily routine of life changed as you see those reminders of him. May you carry precious memories of your sweet boy, knowing that he is restored and thriving at the Rainbow Bridge. Blessings and prayers.
I’m so sorry for your loss. How we love our fur babies–thank you for giving Grandpa so much love in his final years.
Sandra
This makes me so sad, but I’m so glad you put Grandpa’s needs above your desire to keep him. When we helped our 17 and 19 year-old Siamese girls over the bridge, we cried for days. I know Mango and Mack will miss him, too. Bless you for helping sweet kitties who need a loving home. (The pictures are so good.)
I’m really sorry for your loss. Grandpa was a sweet cat to read about each Monday. He was such a character! 🙂 It’s always the nicest email to see in my inbox!
You were so kind to bring him into your family and he was grateful you found him. You both needed each other!
How wonderful that he then had the 2 sweetest kittens to look after! They are so adorable! Love that they’re orange!!
Thank you for sharing your precious kitties with us. My thoughts are with you.
Sincerely,
Kris
Mom to 3 black/brown striped cats.
Felix felt like a member of my cat family. He will be missed’, but he gave us all alot of enjoyment.
Sorry for your loss. 😢 My heart goes for all of you.😘
He changed his address and is waiting for us. One day we will see him again. He has his best time with both of you and the kitties family. He will be remembered.
Lots of love from me and my 2 kitties.❤😽😽
I am so so sorry for your loss. Our fur-babies grab our hearts and wrap us around their paws! Tanks to you and chicken legs grandpa Felix had the best four years of his life❤️❤️. Hugs and prayers Lori ( Angel, Loki, and Smokey my fur babies) 🙏🏻😢❤️
So sorry for your loss
My deepest sympathies on the loss of Grandpa Felix. Thanks for making his last three years so wonderful. He lived in a comfortable home filled with love. RIP, sweet boy.
I’m so sorry Felix is gone but I know he had a wonderful life with you and is grateful that you loved him enough to do the best thing for him.
I am so sorry for your loss. You gave him a wonderful home for his final years. Hugs to you, Chicken Legs, Mack and Mango.
So sorry. I’ve never seen so many pictures with his revealing eyes. Thank you for updating on Mango and Mack as well.
So, so sorry to hear this. I always have looked forward to seeing his calm demeanor on Monday a.m. A good way to start a day. Extra hugs to Mack and Mango. RIP Grandpa.
So very sorry about Grandpa Felix. I always looked forward to Mondays to see your posts and what he and the “youngsters” were up to. Sending you lots of love.
So very sorry for your loss. 🐈🌈❤️Grandpa Felix was a sweet looking guy as are the kids. At least they have each other. You gave him a loving home for 4 years which he obviously returned that’s❤️. HUGS & ❤️ To all. G,Tiggie & Minxie
I’m so sorry for your loss.
My love to you & your husband for giving Felix (aka Grandpa) the BEST 4yrs of his senior days with you and his housemates Mango & Mack. His life was so full. Thank You Thank You Thank You …….
I’m so sorry to hear about Felix. My heart goes out to you all. Thanks for sharing a little piece of him with us. May he run free over the rainbow bridge. Extra hugs to Mack and Mango.
It always seemed to me that you gave this sweet kitty the best of retirements and he was one lucky boy! (: Still, I am sorry for your loss and I’m sure Mango and Mack will feel it for a long while.
I am so, so sorry to hear about Grandpa Felix. Your stories and pictures of your fur babies are such a tonic to me and I will miss his beautiful face and what he’s been up to. It leaves such a huge huge hole in the family when a beloved pet crosses the Rainbow Bridge and my thoughts and love are with you and family at this very sad time Lyn xx
So sorry for your loss. Felix was a beautiful cat and I will miss seeing him in your photos.
JoAnne
So sorry for your loss. I feel like I lost a friend as I visited every Monday just to see the cat antics.
I’m so sorry for your loss! He was precious to us!
With saddness an prayers 🙏 ❤
Good Morning Steph,
I am so sorry to hear about Grandpa Felix. It broke my heart when I opened your email this morning and saw he had crossed over the Rainbow Bridge. I love the story of how he came to leave with you and your husband. He was very fortunate to be adopted by y’all and I know he had the best life ever in his final years.
Take Care,
Jane
Oh Steph I am so sorry. I adopted 3 litter mates in May of 2021 and named two of them Mack and Felix after your guys.
So so sorry to hear about Grandpa Felix. Y’all gave him a wonderful life during his final years and I’m sure if he could talk “human” he would give y’all a great big THANK YOU.
RIP Lovely, hugable and gorgeous fluffy Felix 🙏💖😍🌺🐾🐾😸. Thank you for adopting and caring him so much. His happiest time was with your family. So sad that kittens miss him…
I am so sorry for your loss. 😿😿 I will miss seeing pictures, and hearing stories about him.
So so sorry to hear about Grandpa Felix. Y’all have him a good life and I know that if he could talk, he would say a great big THANK YOU for the last part of his life.
I am beyond sad right now and crying. I saw that first beautiful pic of Felix and then saw your post and just thought no. How awful.
So sorry for you and Chicken legs…and Mango and Mack’s great loss.
I know how horrible it is to lose them, and how even though you do not want them to suffer, it does not make it any easier to let them go.
Thank you for adopting him and giving him the amazing years he had with you all.
RIP beautiful lion Felix.
I am so sorry for your loss. I always enjoyed seeing the pictures every week. He was a handsome boy!! Words are not enough, so I send you a big hug and prayers. Give Mack and Mango a big hug and kiss from me!
I would like to express my sadness regarding Felix. It’s more than obvious how much you all loved him & I am sure it was very hard to let him go (even though you knew that was the best choice due to his health). I had a cat named Peanut that I was blessed with for 20 years & I will always keep him in my memories…..you will do the same with Grandpa Felix. Praying for God to provide the parting grace you need at this time & may He bless you always for giving Grandpa Felix such a loving home. Thank you so much for having shared him on your website.
I am so so sorry for your loss. You were lucky to have known and spent time with precious Grandpa Felix.
I am so sorry to hear about Grandpa Felix. Forever isn’t long enough. ❤️🐾
So sorry for your loss. Enjoyed pictures of him and comments of his adventures. It is so hard loosing a pet but there are wonderful memories to look back on. I do so often. Mango and Mack will need extra attention.
Hi, I just wanted to say how sorry I am for your loss of Felix. Losing a pet is so hard. I know that most all of your readers are feeling your loss as I am.
Aww Stephanie, I’m so sorry. Felix was such a lucky boy to have spent the last years of his life in such a loving home with you, Chicken Legs, Mango and Mack. My heart hurts with you and for you.💔 Rest in peace, sweet Grandpa. 🌈🐈❤️
Steph and Chicken Legs,
I am so very sorry for your loss. Grandapa Felix was a special fella. He was my absolute favorite, although I love reading about them all. He was blessed to have been adopted by such loving caring people and I am grateful for that. I lost my Tiger, who was a ginger, in January of 2022. I miss him terribly still. Sincere condolences, Tracy
I’m so sorry to hear this. I’ve grown to love Grandpa Felix over the years. You are the best cat parents.
Aww Stephanie, I’m so sorry. Felix was such a lucky boy to have spent the last years of his life in such a loving home with you, Chicken Legs, Mango and Mack. My heart hurts with you and for you.💔 Rest in peace, sweet Grandpa. 🌈🐈❤️
Oh no – so sorry to hear about Grandpa Felix.
Thanks for always sharing your kitty pictures with us =^,^=
Steph I am so sorry to read that it was time for Grandpa Felix to cross over the Rainbow Bridge. We never have enough time with a beloved pet. Hugs. I always enjoy your Meow Monday pictures as well as your recipes. I have used many of them.
Dear Stephanie,
So very sorry to read about Grandpa Felix this morning.
He lived the very best days of his life in your home–he will be deeply missed.
Sending wishes your way that the happiest and funniest Grandpa Felix memories will lift your heavy heart.
I am so sorry for your loss. I will miss his sweet face!! I looked forward to seeing his pictures every week cause was just my favorite!!!!! My tears just keep coming and i know you both are hearbroken. You were the best mommy and daddy and i am sure he loved you very much!!!! I now the kitties will have a very hard time because they dont understand. My thoughts and prayers are with you both!!!! I will miss his sweet face!!!! Run and play with all the kitties in heaven sweer Grampa Felix!!!!!!!
So sorry to he add r of Felix’s passing!♥️ i remember when you adopted him!! I know your time was short with him, but you gave him a loving home for his later years!! Thank you for loving him!!
So sorry for your loss! You gave him a great life! ❤️
i am so sorry to heat about your sweet felix.
i will miss him—he was such an important part of your threesome that i always looked for first when i read your monday blog!
rip dear grandpa.
💔
So sorry for your loss.
😭. I am so sorry to hear about Felix/Grandpa. I’ve been reading your blog for years and love the cats. And the recipes. Every time one of your fur babies crosses the rainbow bridge I get teary eyed. Hopefully you will get the kittens a new friend. Again, my condolences
I am so very sorry for the loss of your beautiful Grandpa Felix. Please know that he loved you as much as you loved him.
Awww, feel so bad seeing this post. But Grandpa Felix is in a better place.
So sorry for your loss…
Stephanie. I am so sorry for your loss. It’s so sad when a beloved pet crosses the rainbow bridge. One day the hope is to be reunited with all of the pets who have gone ahead. God bless. Beth
I’m so sorry to hear this. He was loved by many.
So very sad to hear you’ve lost a beloved family member xxoo
I am so sorry that beautiful Grandpa Felix has crossed over the Rainbow Bridge. He will be missed by all who loved him. Sending loving thoughts to you. Peace
I’m so sorry for the loss of your beloved cat Felix, may he rest in peace. He is now in kitty heaven & waiting to see his master again someday. I have lost many cats & dogs & mice & other animals in my,
day & miss them all. The good thing is we have memories to remember them all by. Again sorry for your loss.
So sorry for your loss …. orange babies are the best (I have an orange Maine coon inside and 4 orange barn cats) . Always love your posts about him and Mack and Mango. No time is ever enough with the ones we love. Just remember that he knew he was loved.
Sharon
So sorry for your loss. They become such an integral part of our lives. Give Mango and Mack extra love and hugs.
So sorry for your loss, it’s a huge adjustment. We have an orange tabby, I really enjoy your weekly pictures.