Jamie’s Tribute to Charaka Tiger

There was an instant connection when we first met. As you took your first steps into your new home your eyes widened. You seemed to be torn between fear and wonder. You looked directly at me and I told you everything was ok now. You came right over and chuffed a hearty chuff in my face as if you were glad to see a familiar soul. Then you went on exploring your new home in amazement.

 

From that moment on we were each others person. I visited you every single day, many days more than once. No matter the hectic work load I always took the time. In return you cheerfully greeted me without fail. You rubbed your fluffy ruff against the enclosure wall and moaned on and on about your day.

 

You were so content to have someone just sit with you. Your heart was filled with love and you took joy in everything that surrounded you.

 

You delighted in shredding your palms one by one, you loved every kind of spice and perfume, you ripped up all of your enrichment into a thousand tiny pieces, and you transformed into a kitten when you were given your first toys.

 

You lived life as if you knew that this goodness would not last long. Your loss was a tragedy, one that I am still trying to recover from. Your lesson was to live life to the fullest, for we know not how long we have on this earth and no matter the losses one might have suffered, the holes in their hearts will eventually be filled again.

 

You had a big space to fill in my heart.

 

I look forward to meeting the soul that will fill the void you have left behind. I only knew you for a short time, but it was like we had known each other an eternity.

 

I will miss you forever Charaka sweet boy.

 

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Music (if any) from Epidemic Sound (http://www.epidemicsound.com) This video is for entertainment purposes only and is my opinion.  Closing graphic with permission from https://youtu.be/F_AtgWMfwrk