Sissy had been at the Bridge for several months, and had reunited herself with her friends from the big house in Michigan. Some of the kitties had been barn cats, some house cats, and there were always fresh litters of kittens. Mama just had a big heart! She’d go down to the barn every day to be sure that everyfur had something to eat. Sometimes Larry visited with her, but many of the kitties had gone through the Gates with him already. Sissy loved him, but she longed for another. She was well into her golden years when Tom came to live with Mama and her, and she had loved his gentle ways. And truth be told, she loved the way Tom treated Mama.
Misty thought it would be better if she went to find Sissy, instead of having Andrew just snatch her out of the air and onto his lap. She still had issues with him when he did that, though she had to admit it WAS helpful for him to know what she was thinking ...
“Oof. Dang it Andrew I was about to go ...”
The angel chuckled as he cradled Misty in his arms. It was their own special “thing”, for Misty wasn’t really mad at him and Andrew knew she wasn’t, but she’d always go through the motions of being peeved.
“I didn’t snatch Sissy, but I thought I’d help you find her, it’s a special day for her.” Some of the other animals had gathered around to find out what was up. Andrew’s presence usually meant someone was coming, and today was no exception.
“It looks like Mouse and some of the others are already working on her! We’ve still got a little time yet.”And as he had spoken, Misty saw “the girls” as he called them, all having a paw in getting Sissy ready. Her long fur needed a lot of grooming. At least here she didn’t have the awful mats to deal with that were so hard to comb. Often Mama just took scissors and cut them out, but no need for that anymore.
At first Sissy was puzzled with all the attention she was getting. Group grooming was something they all enjoyed, but there were giggles and looks between the others, obviously SOMEthing was up! And more and more of the other animals were arriving, all of them excited, for these days were always the BEST days! People who had lived with pets during their years on earth would be reunited with them, as had been promised.
Putting Misty down, Andrew then reached for Sissy and held her close. “Are you ready, Sweetheart?” He asked. As her eyes grew bigger and bigger she realized someone was coming for her! They all turned their attention to the Great Gates which stood open. And down the hill he came! Larry was with him, as were some of the barn cats. They held back a little bit, letting Tom move ahead. He knew how wonderful it was when he first arrived, and was reunited with all the animals he had loved. He wanted this to be Tom’s big moment.
Sissy started to squirm in Andrew’s embrace, “Put me down! It’s Daddy! He’s here!!!!” And as the angel lowered her, she leapt to the ground and took off to meet him. Tom laughed as she launched herself into his arms. Oh what a glorious day!!!
For Tom was well and strong again. The air machine and tubes were gone. His health had been restored, just as Sissy’s had been. He’d never known her as a young cat, and yet here she was, no longer plagued by old age. She purred so loud she could be heard by all who were gathered to celebrate with them.
How soft her fur was! Tom buried his nose in it and smelled the sweetness of her. His eyes met Andrew’s as he spoke. “So You’re the famous angel I’ve heard so much about!” And with a big grin, extended his hand to clasp Andrew’s. “I am honored to meet you.”
“It is your faithfulness to our Creator, He who made you. You have run your course, and now you have come to be reunited with the kitty you had loved.”
Tom and Sissy turned to wave at the animals who were all there to watch. “We will come to visit, don’t worry!”
“Didn’t I tell you?!” Larry laughed as Tom’s grin grew wider. “It sure is something to see!” The two men walked back up the hill to the Gates.
Misty slipped silently away, to the edge of the meadow. “Mama, tell Aunt Mary everyone’s okay. Tom was here, and he and Sissy went back up the hill. But she need not worry, they’ll all be waiting for her when her day comes.
“And Mama? We’re waiting for you too ...”
All was well. All was as it had been promised.
©️Rose Scott, 3/31/21
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