Jezibel

Dear Jezibel,
As I sit down to write you this letter tears begin to cloud my eyes. I'm finding it very difficult to find the right words to express how dear you were to me.
You were born into my life when I was only twelve years of age. Sixteen years of love, loyalty, and wonderful friendship you gave to me. As years went by you weren't only my best friend but also my daughter. I miss you so very much.
I miss the way you would wake me in the morning with a lick to my face, the way you would always follow me to bed and lay down on my belly, your soft whisper of a meow. I miss the times we would play fetch together. I even find myself missing the smell of your breath.
Life seems so different without you, Jez. Everyone keeps telling me that it will get easier with time and even though it doesn't seem like it at the moment, I know they are right. Jezibel, I promise you, no matter how much time passes, you will always be in my heart, and will always be my best friend.
Dad and I will always love you.