He passed away 3 years ago this past October at the age of 13.  He was a rescue...and he actually lived about 20 miles away from my childhood home...but kept trekking his way back to see one of our other kitties (Thomas...another rescue).  Every time Skidmore walked back..he'd end up skin and bones.  My family took him back to his owner a few times...but the last time his owner just said to keep him.  So we did.  He lived a long, fulfilling life...and was the largest cat we've ever had (23 pounds).  He loved eating, sleeping and walks on a leash out to the park.  But before he passed away..he dropped down to 7 pounds (sniffling).  We miss you Skid!                   Beloved Kit of Trinity and her Family