My sweet Leo,

You were my first pet. The first cat I ever had. You showed me what it means to love a pet and I immediately fell in love with you when the parents brought you home. I thought you were a rabbit at first, and then I saw how tiny and precious you were and I instantly became your protector. You gave me 18 years of love and lessons. You sat with me when I cried, you begged for cuddles when you could tell I was depressed. You would come to my window and wake me up just for cuddles. You would let me hold your paws and massage them. You showed me how amazing cats are and can be. You became my best friend and I will always miss you. Bugsy spent time with you after you passed and he wanted to say goodbye to you. Everyone loved you even if you were the grumpiest, most annoying and pushy little thing. We will always remember you and I will never forget you. You are, and always will be, the best cat I've ever had. I will regret not giving you more time, we were separated for too long and I will hold on to the memento of your paw prints and hair around the house. Goodbye my lil captain. You were always what I wanted. I love you so much and I hope you are in the lap of luxury now.

Love,

Your best friend