Pixel Boyson

Last Thursday night, June 5th I had to say goodbye to my baby girl Pixel. It still feels surreal to me, I've been pushing off writing this because it still hurts. She had suddenly developed kidney failure, and despite emergency vet visits and a strict medication routine, it ended up being fatal for her. I remained with her that night until she took her final breath.

Pixel came into my life in 2018, during a time when I felt broken. Receiving a picture one day of a tiny kitten no more than 9 weeks old, bundled up in a blanket, it was from my sister who had found her along with my mom outside in the backyard, I rushed home determined to foster this lost kitten and took her in. Born with a disabled leg and seemingly left behind, she remained the most resilient kitty I ever knew. This month marks her having turned 7 years old.

You were the first pet I had stepped up to take care of, I always felt like I could've done more. Gone too soon, I only wish I could've spent more time with you, but I cherish the time I had you in my life, and I realize you might have never had a life at all if I didn't take you in.

May you be at ease sweetheart, chasing prey, playing with toys, basking in the sun, and cuddling while feeling loved and secure.