Yak Talk

My thoughts on all things great and small

Rest in Peace, Mittens

Rest in Peace, Mittens

Mittens Cupcake Yakomin,  a.k.a. “Boy-Boy” passed away peacefully today at the impressive age of 19.  He leaves behind his loving mother, Amy, his doting aunts Christina and Cathy, his grandparents Lisa & Rich, and a large extended family that adored him. Mittens lived a long and happy life, filled with countless kisses, cuddles, and scratchesRead more about Rest in Peace, Mittens[…]

Carpe Diem

Carpe Diem

I had a looooong day. I drove to Pennsylvania very early this morning for the funeral of a friend that I loved dearly. It was a 4 hour drive round trip, and a rough day in general. Nellie was an old neighbor of mine from my childhood in Brooklyn, and her husband Victor was absolutelyRead more about Carpe Diem[…]