always and forever, my baby
One morning, I woke up and first met you walking in the bathroom. You could imagine how excited I was to meet you, after all the talks I had with my brother adopting you. I was also nervous, my brother (your father) kept you a secret from our family. When my mother (your Amah) found out, we prepared for the worst - turns out, she loved you just as much as we did (she even called you her baby). Not sure if we were prepared, but we learned how to care for you along the way. From chasing you with a shoe string, to placing you on top of my head so we can nap - these were the early memories we made together. Some days, I thought you were after me, but I'm sure you thought it was all fun and games. At the beginning of your life, you instantly had a special place in the hearts of every one you met, especially the ladies. I don't know what it was, but the moment you were in a woman's arms, you would start to take action... it was rather comical. Regardless, you became the centre of attention every time you entered the room - there was no way resisting your charm.
Remember the time we went to the hospital? One of your nails was cut too short, and you started to bleed. I was so worried, not knowing when the vet could see you. Your Amah and I waited at the clinic for two hours until you recovered, and once you were better, you acted like nothing happened. The thing about you was how you instantly made people feel good. Even if it was just an acknowledgement, that's all it took to make my day; I wonder if you knew how much that meant. As the family expanded, you started to get confused who would get the centre of attention - as always, you were Amah and Angkong's favourite grandchild. Whether it was Angkong feeding you or Amah sleeping by you, there were moments you shared with all of us.
Every morning, I would find you sitting in the corner of the couch for the nights I passed out. I may have not been fully awake, but I appreciate that small gesture once you went down the stairs. Just to be around you was enough, whether it was lying down beside you on your couch, on the floor, or even on you. Those were my favourite memories, becoming normal for me to lie on the ground (Amah thought it was dirty, but I didn't mind at all). There were so many calls you would respond right away: Angkong's whistles, Amah's "Ori," "Ors" - I would usually call you "Baby," or "Muk-Muk" (I always thought you looked like a Tatum). But there was no denying that you would respond right away to your parents, every time they entered the room. Your mother and father loved you so much, they make sure you were taken care of from morning to night. It's funny how worrying instantly comes to a person, you were teaching all important lessons: patience, relaxation, love...
Oreo, you had such a wonderful life. You were loved by everyone, and left many paw prints on our hearts. I wish you were still here, but I know you'll visit us whenever we feel lonely. For now, I am going to be sad; but don't worry, that feeling will go away. Just remember how much you meant to all of us, whether it was for a second with a stranger, or seven years with all of us. No matter what happens, know that you are always a part of our family. Until we can go for a walk again, I'll say this for now: my baby, I love you.
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