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Wednesday, December 20, 2017

Remembering My Christmas Angel

Christmas is a time to remember those who are no longer with us, and this year will be my third Christmas without Truffles, one more than we got to spend together. The feelings aren't as raw as they were the past two years, but she's still on my mind and in my heart every single day.


Since her portrait, paw print, and ashes rest on a table in the living room that gets moved to make room for the Christmas tree, I had to find a new spot of honor for her during the holiday season and created this special Christmas memorial area. Each year I've changed it a bit but the biggest change came this year because the white tree I've been using started to discolor and it was no longer pretty enough to use.

The table seemed dark without it until my December Meowy Holidays CatLadyBox arrived. In it was a string of cat lights which I put in the cat face wire bowl that came in November's box. I also added the cozy silicon light that came in a box earlier this year because it looks like a snow cat (as well as an angel)!


I couldn't be happier with how it turned out. At night I turn on the lights and my little angel shines like the brightest star in the sky.
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24 comments:

  1. meowmeowmansDecember 20, 2017 at 12:20 AM

    That's so perfect, Melissa. What a beautiful reminder of your beloved Truffles, always watching over you. <3

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  2. MelDecember 20, 2017 at 2:25 AM

    What a really nice remembrance! Truffles' spirit is right there watching over it all.

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  3. Summer at sparklecat.comDecember 20, 2017 at 2:35 AM

    That is really a sweet addition to the table! Purrs to you.

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  4. Ingrid KingDecember 20, 2017 at 5:35 AM

    What a lovely memorial for your beautiful girl. And I love the idea of putting the lights in a bowl!

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  5. katsrusDecember 20, 2017 at 6:03 AM

    Beautiful memorial. Hugs.
    Sue B

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  6. The Daily Pip December 20, 2017 at 7:02 AM

    I know the holidays are rough and often a time we miss our heart animals who have passed on. I love that you make a new Christmas memorial every year - and this year's is bright, sparkly and beautiful.

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  7. The Island CatsDecember 20, 2017 at 8:21 AM

    We love how you remember your sweet Angel. Purrs....

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  8. Patricia TDecember 20, 2017 at 9:05 AM

    Beautiful memorial for a beautiful angel. Christmas certainly is a time for remembering loved ones.

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  9. AnonymousDecember 20, 2017 at 9:15 AM

    A beautiful memorial for a beautiful angel. Christmas certainly is the time for remembering loved ones.

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  10. Sheltie TimesDecember 20, 2017 at 9:32 AM

    What a beautiful memorial

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  11. The Menagerie MomDecember 20, 2017 at 9:44 AM

    This is beyond beautiful, Melissa. I love that you have found such a stunning way to memorialize your sweet angel. I can image how gorgeously she must shine with those lights. This is also my third Christmas without my Rosie, and I have what I call "Rosie's Corner" set up in my bedroom. I add art and other goodies to it for her every year. Purrs and hugs to you!

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  12. Hairballsandhissyfits.comDecember 20, 2017 at 10:28 AM

    Beautiful homage! I miss my beloved Biltong (Zulu's brother) every day too- and think of him often at Christmas especially--thanks for sharing!

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  13. ANGEL ABBYGRACEDecember 20, 2017 at 11:36 AM

    What a lovely way to bring beautiful Truffles into this year's holiday. I understand the bittersweetness of your feelings and we all continue to honor our beloveds memories of holidays past.

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  14. Cathy KeishaDecember 20, 2017 at 1:35 PM

    Looks super-duper and cozy too. We all miss Truffles.

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  15. The Swiss CatsDecember 20, 2017 at 3:13 PM

    That's beautiful. We love how you remember your Angel. Purrs

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  16. Eastside CatsDecember 20, 2017 at 4:27 PM

    The soft glow is wonderful! Hugs and purrs to you; three years means nothing when your heart was broken.

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  17. Mickey's MusingsDecember 20, 2017 at 5:22 PM

    A lovely setting for a lovely cat.
    Hugs for you as you remember dear Truffles.
    Purrs Georgia,Julie and JJ

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  18. Cat and DOG Chat With CarenDecember 20, 2017 at 9:43 PM

    that is a beautiful remembrance, love how you did that. catchatwithcarenandcody

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  19. pilch92December 20, 2017 at 10:04 PM

    That is a beautiful shrine. XO

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  20. Fiona L. WoodsDecember 21, 2017 at 12:38 AM

    Lovely memorial for a lovely kitty. The lights add just the right touch.

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  21. UnknownDecember 21, 2017 at 12:16 PM

    That is beautiful. A perfect way to remember sweet Truffles.

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  22. Lola The Rescued CatDecember 22, 2017 at 1:24 PM

    What a lovely way to remember a beautiful kitty.

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  23. Timmy TomcatDecember 22, 2017 at 6:00 PM

    That is really beautiful and is a gift!
    Purrs

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  24. NancyDecember 23, 2017 at 9:05 PM

    A beautiful tribute and place to remember angel Truffles.

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