Steve`s Country
For a smile as wide as a country sunrise
Muffin, Jan.10,2010 to Jan.12,2026
Hello everyone. It is with great sadness that I announce that Muffin passed away this morning at 11:45. Below are some photos of Muffin over the years. She was with me for 15 years, though she was 16 years old. I adopted her when she was just over 1 year old. I’m going to miss sharing her with you on my blog, but my blog will continue.
Muffin enjoying a nap on her favorite blanket.
Muffin when she escaped to the great outdoors.
Muffin enjoying a big stretch.
She always enjoyed sleeping with me while I worked on my laptop.
One of her last playful moments with me.
I will miss you Muffin. Thank you everyone.
Steve. ©2026 Steve McLeod.
Steve`s Country 
I am heartbroken to read this post, and learn about Muffin’s passing. I’m so sorry for your loss, Steve. 😭 Muffin wasn’t just a cat. She was your companion, your blog queen, your sidekick. She was a lovely cat and because of you, she lived a very great life. R.I.P. Muffin, you will be missed by the blogging community. 🦋
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Thank you for such kind words Hilary. Having had Muffin for so long, it has been very hard losing her. I had always called her my beautiful kitten and she always will be.😢
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As soon as I read the title I started crying. Steve I am so terribly sorry for your loss. I think I’ve followed your blog for 7 or 8 years and I feel like I’ve grown up with you both from across the miles. Muffin was hilarious, you two were the best comedy duo I’ve ever known.
She was phenomenal and I have no doubt she’ll be Queen of the rainbow bridge, giving the other animals a load of sass, she’ll be managing her own investigators team with Mr C!
And of course, she’ll always be looking over you and chuckling when you bump and bang into something.
Night, night Muffin. You’ll always be one in a million and you’ll never be forgotten 💔
Sending you so much love Steve x
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Hi Ami, thank you so very much for your kind words. It has been a great loss for me, Muffin was really my family, since I have no other. 😢 She was always with me, curled up beside me while I was using my laptop. I am going to miss her so much, right now it is just so empty here.
Yes, you are one of my original followers and I thank you for that too. I hope you are having a nice day.🙂
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Steve, I am so sorry 😭 This makes me sad…
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Hi Stu, thank you so much for your comment. I am truly going to miss my beautiful kitten (I always called her that at home).😢
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I know you will, my friend 😢
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Dear Steve, I’m so sorry for your loss. And I feel the same way I did when I lost my Mila, because I considered Muffin like family. I loved hearing about her adventures and her humor. We will all miss her greatly.😿😭
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Thank you so very much Rossana for your kind words. I am missing Muffin a great deal right now, she was my family, she’s all I had. She was always curled up with me sleeping while I used my laptop and it feels so strange not having her with me. My apartment is empty without her. 😢
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I can only imagine how hard it must be for you right now. I’ll miss Muffin dearly, too, even though I’ve never seen her in person. She was definitely unique and special.😭
Sending you a big hug.
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Thank you Rossana for the hug, much appreciated right now. Always nice to know that people care.
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My sincere condolences for your loss. I am terribly sorry.
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Thank you so very much for your kind words Michael. She was truly my family since I have no other and i will miss her much. 😢
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😢🤗
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Uncle Steve, this is heartbreaking 😭 it is so sad, my sincere condolences for your loss 🌷
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Thank you so much Simon for your kind words. Muffin was truly my family and it is so empty here without her.😢
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I’m so sorry. I know how empty it feels when family is gone. Muffin will always be a part of you. Sending you so much warmth. 🤍
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Yes, always my beautiful kitten. Much appreciated Simon. Sorry I haven’t been around to your blog lately, my health has kept me away from doing much blogging, but I will try to be back again soon.
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It’s okay Uncle Steve. I couldn’t do much reading but only write and leave. It was saddening to read the loss of Muffin. Always a big fan of your detective stories, keep writing. We love it ❤️.
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Thank you for the encouragement for writing Simon. Right now I’m not sure if I will continue the stories or not, will have to wait and see after the present story is finished.
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Do at your own pace 🫠 uncle Steve no demand 🤗 and Take care of your health.
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Thanks again Simon, so nice to hear from you at this time. Yes, I will have to maybe slow down a bit, but not stop.🙂
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That’s right 🤗 virtual hugs to you Uncle Steve, do at your own pace ❤️. Have a lovely day 🥂
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Thank you for your real encouragement Simon! I hope you have a great day as well!🙂☕☕
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It was a good day 🤗 you too have a pleasant day Uncle Steve ✌️🥂
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Thank you Simon! 🙂❄️
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Steve, my heart goes out to you, with the passing of your delightful family member, Muffin. Her funnies and sense of humor will be missed. Who else will bite your feet and snuggle with you? She was always there for you and loved you so much. The cat that could talk and give her wisdom not only to you, but also your readers. There will never be another cat like Muffin. Hugs!
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Thank you so very much for your kind words. Yes, Muffin was truly my family and it is so empty in the apartment without her. She would always be curled up with me on the chair while I was using my laptop. At home I always called her my beautiful kitten and she always will be. Thankyou.😢
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You’re welcome, Steve! 🤗
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I’m so very sorry Steve! She’ll really be missed by all of us! I’m glad that you gave her the best life that she could have and lots of fun! 😻😻
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Thank you so much Ribana for your kind words. Muffin was my family, my beautiful kitten and I will miss her greatly. My apartment is empty without her. 😢
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I’m sure it will not be the same without her 😿
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It will definitely take time for me to adjust, I got very attached to my beautiful kitten.😢
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🤗
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I’m so sorry for your loss. 😪
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Thank you Mr. Ohh, it is terribly empty around here without her, it’s going to take some adjusting.😢
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Steve, I share my own sadness in reading about Muffin’s passing. She will always have a welcome place in my many memories. Peace be with you, Steve.
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Thank you so much for your kind words Richard. It has been hard for me and my apartment seems so empty without my little beautiful kitten beside me.😢 Thank you again.
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Steve, I cried when I read this, and I am so sorry to hear about, Muffin. We get attached to our pets, and it’s hard when we lose them. Muffin will always be in your heart, and in my heart too. 😿
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Thank you for such kind words Eugenia. It has been hard for me, losing Muffin, it is so empty in here now and she was always curled up with me on the chair while I was using my laptop. It is still affecting me, she was my family and all that I had. Some people have laughed when I said that, but it’s true. Others have told me “to get over it, she was just a cat”, plus other things that I won’t share. I miss her so much. Thanks again for your comment, I appreciate it very much.😢
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When we lost our 18-year-old cat, a week later we adopted, Callie. We couldn’t handle the void. Those that told you to get over it must not like animals or have never had a pet. You’re welcome, and take care.
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Yep, if my health was better I would definitely get another cat, that’s what I did last time too. You’re right about those people.
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You have to do what is right for you, but having a pet can be good for your health, as opposed to not having a furry friend. 💖
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Yes, I do agree with that, but considering I need help myself now each day, I don’t think it would work too well. But we’ll see.🤔
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Take care of yourself, Steve. Blessings to you. 🙏
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Thank you Eugenia! Have a great evening and give a hug to Callie for me!
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You’re most welcome, Steve, and I’ll give Callie extra hugs from you. 😺
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😊🤗
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