08/25/2026
Last night, we said goodbye to Jinx.
For those who don’t know her, Jinx was our “semi-adventure cat” in the pack. While she was never interested in the more active explorations, hiking or going out in the canoe, she did discover over time that being outside had its perks.
Her idea of the perfect outdoor adventure involved sunbathing and birdwatching at the campsite, while being fed her preferred canned cat food on schedule, of course.
It’s hard to know how to put into words the loss of a cat who was such a big personality. She had all the classic tortie attitude (tortitude)—chatty, demanding, stubborn, and absolutely convinced that the world revolved around her. The truth is, to at least some degree, she wasn’t wrong.
If there was something she could get into, Jinx would find it. And if she wanted attention, she made sure you knew it.
Unlike our other pets, who were adopted from shelters or rescue organizations, Jinx came into our lives at just three weeks old when she was discovered behind a grocery store in Windsor, Ontario. From the beginning, she made it clear that she was going to do things her way. Her passing was no different.
She lived a long and happy life, 16 years filled with so much love and plenty of opportunities to be exactly who she was. We had seen her arthritis was getting particularly bad as of late and were discussing making “that appointment” that all pet parents dread. But of course, she did it her way… Last night, as she cuddled next to me in our bed, she slipped away.
And while we are heartbroken that her time with us has come to and end, we are so unbelievably grateful for all the years we had with her.
The house feels a little quieter today. And our hearts feel a little emptier.
We love you, Jinx ❤️ (2010-2026)
