I am so sorry! Last year I lost my cat and not only was he my first cat that I had for 14 years, but also the first pet I've ever lost. He died on 9/11 (because he's a drama queen) and I truly wasn't ready for it. I still miss him every day and I still cry when I think/talk about him.
My Mickey Mouse was the most perfect cat in the world; he never once hissed at me or scratched me, not even during the rare times he needed a bath. He loved my dogs and was friends with everyone he met. He never pottied or sprayed, he never scratched my furniture. He was purfict in every single way. I know in my soul that I will never find another one like him.
I'm very sorry for your loss. Its really not fair that we only get them for such a short amount of time.
I feel you! I am in PA and it was 85 degrees the other day. Hello we are in the NORTH why am I sweating in April?! There used to be surprise snowstorms in April around these parts.