Thanks to all who wrote with prayers and good words.  He had exploratory
surgery which revealed 4 hair balls and a distended abdomen.  They removed
them and all was well, but then his breathing became labored and they
couldn't revive him.
 
I loved him so very much and will miss him more than he knows.  His
brothers and "sister" have been looking for him since last night.  Xuxa
( the girl ) seems depressed.  I don't know if she misses him, is feeding
off of my pain, or both.
 
Anyway, thanks again for listening.
 
Max
[Posted in FML issue 2816]