ricardo 7,345 Posted February 23, 2013 Many thanks to everybody who posted a reply to me. It''s comforting to realise he touched so many people through this forum.People will say it''s a huge fuss to make over a silly old cat, after all it''s not like he was a human being. That''s true but in our house he was such a character that in my eyes he had the status of a person. We have had several cats and dogs over the years and I was fond of all of them in their own individual ways but I never developed such a bond as I had with Snowy. He was in the prime of his life and the Vet said he could find nothing overtly wrong with him. It seems he just went peacefully in his sleep.Three years ago I was ill and depressed and had been diagnosed with Lymphoma. He used to sit with me for hours purring away and in some strange manner he seemed to transfer a calmness to me that was like a therapy. In the same way he must have picked up on my love of football because he would sit and watch, seemingly fascinated by the movement of the ball and the players. I swear this is true, one day the word 1p5wich was mentioned and he jumped up pointed his ar$e at the screen and sauntered out of the room. At that moment I knew he was a soul-mate.So goodbye Snowy my wonderful little friend. I still well up at the thought of you but I know in the fullness of time I will smile when people mention your name.[IMG]http://i1089.photobucket.com/albums/i357/ricardo204/f4656f50-5c65-4a5b-8ed6-6ef52ec4d1bf_zps6485ba53.jpg[/IMG]Snowy 2004 - 2013 Much much more than just a Cat Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Wings of a Sparrow 1,409 Posted February 23, 2013 There''s no more comforting sound that a cat purring away on your lap.When a cat purrs you know all is well with the world.. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Excited Canary 19 Posted February 23, 2013 Our thoughts are with you mate. Snowy seemed to have a football knowledge greater than most on this forum. Lets hope Snowy''s passing isn''t a sign of bad things to come for NCFC! RIP. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
nutty nigel 7,509 Posted February 23, 2013 As a family we had a lot of cats over the years. The cats choose a family member they love the best and nothing will change their minds. Sounds like Snowy was your cat Rickyyyyyy. Or probably more to the truth you were Snowy''s person. That''s really special. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bury Yellow 2 Posted February 23, 2013 I had a bit of a snigger Ricardo when you said Snowy was human in your eyes.I said something similar to our dog (Ellie) when I was a little worse for wear ''Your not a dog Ellie, you''re a little person'' Little did I realise that my son was eaves dropping. This story is recalled on a regular basis!!As I said on the thread, Ellie died on Wednesday. It will take a long time to get over this but we both know we are lucky to have tremendous memories of our ''little humans'' Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Loopzilla 1 Posted February 23, 2013 That''s a touching tribute Ricardo - I''m not ashamed to admit it brought a tear to my eye.Although we''ve never met, I almost feel like I knew you and Snowy from your match reports that I''ve read over the years...so I sincerely wish you well and back to your best soon.All the best old cock... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ROBFLECK 132 Posted February 23, 2013 I couldn''t do without my cat, Spats , either m8. You''re one of the guys, whose posts I''ve become very fond of. Hope you get over it soon and wish you all the best. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kick it off 1,948 Posted February 23, 2013 Agreed with the above posts.I''m currently at a friend''s house up in Chester for the weekend, and as I was having a cigarette earlier, a 3 legged came and started making a fuss of me and looking for attention. My first thought was 3 legs = 3-0 to Norwich. Since reading your match reports across the years, and Snowy''s predictions, I fear that everytime I see a cat on a match day, I will automatically assume it''s some kind of feline Norwich omen rather than just seeing a cat. Snowy''s legacy lives on [:)] Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kick it off 1,948 Posted February 23, 2013 [quote user="kick it off"]Agreed with the above posts.I''m currently at a friend''s house up in Chester for the weekend, and as I was having a cigarette earlier, a 3 legged CAT came and started making a fuss of me and looking for attention. [/quote]Oh for an edit button. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
scents60 0 Posted February 23, 2013 So sorry to hear the news Ricardo. Have loved reading your match reports and the antics of Snowy with his predictions.We''ve had cats in our family for as long as I remember and was fortunate enough to be adopted by two cats when I got a place of my own. They are as much a part of the family as humans and in some cases understand us better.RIP Snowy Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
star_manic 0 Posted February 23, 2013 though you made a mistake in your original post by stating that it was not football related . surely Snowy was every much a part of Norwich City as each and every one of us. is there a chance of Son of Snowy anytime soon? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TynemouthCanary 0 Posted February 23, 2013 Sorry to hear it. What a fine-looking cat. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Syteanric 1 Posted February 23, 2013 thoughts with you Ricardo.. we lost a cat last year.. our first ever family pet.. he just went out in the snow and we found him a few weeks later :(I often think of him, he was born 2 days before my daughter and they grew up together pretty much when we got him as a kitten...took in 2 cats last year and they have settled in well... Never nice to lose them. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Tim Dawson 0 Posted February 23, 2013 I hope this afternoon raised your spirits a little Ricardo. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ROBFLECK 132 Posted February 23, 2013 Let''s dedicate the 3 points to Snowy Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
fonejacker 0 Posted February 23, 2013 That one''s for you Snowy. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sonyc 5,491 Posted February 23, 2013 Ricardo....I''ve never mentioned my own "Snowy" as in Pinkun forum terms there is only one and that is your dear cat. But I hope it may give you just a bit of cheer to know that our Snowy is a little Jack Russell terrier (named after Tintin''s dog). She sat on my knee today as we listened to the match. No predictions though but who could have with that final 10 minutes ! The result as the last few posters have said is a tribute to your cat. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AJ 1,218 Posted February 23, 2013 Thanks for the three points, Snowy! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Houston Canary 0 Posted February 23, 2013 Cats rule the roost at HC''s house, Ricardo. Our cats have silly names to begin with, and then nicknames on top of that. It hurts when a loved pet passes on. No shame in that. They''re always happy to see us, and never cause trouble (on purpose). Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bannana Boy 30 Posted February 24, 2013 I don''t know where I would be without my fluffy companion. I would probably spend less on milk, but hey, purrin'' don''t come cheap.RIP Snowy, and my best regards Ricardo. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Unhinged Canary 375 Posted February 24, 2013 Sorry to hear the sad new Ricardo. I''m 100% a cat person. Had mine for 18 years plus and dreading the day when she goes.Thoughts are with you!RIP Snowy! Cheers for the 3 points today! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites