I had a Koi once (I know, lame pet :P). I gave it away to a friend to be in a bigger tank, so that it could grow bigger. I used to go see it every now and then, until the turtle ate it :(.

you never really understand how pets can balance us until they are gone (classic huh :P)

I am glad you have Aki. i really should look into cat allergy shots

I am not really sure that this comment should go to this blog entry or the heartbreak one