Today’s open thread begins with some sad news: reader Muppet2171 writes that her beloved Penny has passed away at 15. With her friend Teller, she graced these pages many times:

Today’s open thread begins with some sad news: reader Muppet2171 writes that her beloved Penny has passed away at 15. With her friend Teller, she graced these pages many times:
My sincerest condolences Muppet for the lost of your beautiful Penny, my heart goes out to you and to Teller.
I’m so sad to hear this. Thank you for sharing her with us, she always brightened my day. <3
Iβm very sorry for your loss. And thank you for all the times you shared her with us.
I’m so sorry, Muppet. Rest in peace, Penny. She was such a beautiful kitty. π
So sorry to hear. Her beautiful presence always was a bright spot on this page. Lots of hugs.
Iβm so very sorry to hear this. I loved seeing beautiful Pennyβs pictures. π
Rest In Purrs, sweet Penny – hope you will join all our Forever Friends over the Rainbow Bridge. They will love you – and you can supervise them!
Condolences to Muppet, Teller and all family and friends here.
I’m so sorry for your loss, today is a very, very sad day π
On a happier note, the dogs were good again. Pretty sure Chloe is actually an angel.
Penny was such a beautiful kitty, with a little bit of attitude toward camera shots!π
I am so sorry for your loss, Muppet, and I know Teller must be feeling it too. Many hugs sentπ
Oh no, this is sad news! Penny was such a gorgeous kitty! Muppet and Teller, sending longs of hugs and purrs from all of us. Thank you for sharing this photo with us.
Muppets, I am so sorry for your loss. Penny was a beautiful girl.
It makes it even worse to tell everyone that Little Duckie is waiting for me at the Rainbow Bridge, too.