from my dad about my 20-year-old cat:

Dear Aileen,

Thank you for your call earlier this evening. After you called, Shiao-Hei passed away. I think that he actually waited for you to call. Animals have a "special sense", I think. I prepared a modified cardboard box for his "coffin". It is a perfect fit for him. We put on his red collar and we included his leash too. We will bury him tomorrow in his favorite spot in front of the kitchen window. Although we are now very sad, Shiao-Hei had a wonderful life. Fortunately, he did not suffer very much during the last few days although he had much difficulty eating.

Your BABA