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The Stray That Changed Me

A personal story in the experience: I Love Cats
I am in my late twenties and never really cared for cats. I thought they were annoying and moody and never thought of owning one. One day I found a stray and brought her home because I felt bad and thought about trying to get her adopted. She was full of fleas and famine. I bathed her and spent the whole night and the following day taking fleas and ticks off of her. She started to follow me around everywhere and went and sleep on top of me at night. She is the sweetest thing ever. I spend all day playing and pampering her and she brings me so much joy. I don't have kids so she became my child. I know it sounds corny but she is teaching me love beyond myself and I can't wait to make her the happiest kitty ever.

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Posted Nov 19th, 2008 at 11:42PM
Well, good for you. Seems that you have a good friend. I like kitty cats myself. My cat, I will always remember is kikilee, my grey little cat. I enjoyed your story of your new founded friend. Praise God!!!
     
Posted Nov 20th, 2008 at 4:13PM
Cats are wonderful creatures! So very loving and sweet but still indviduals. I wish you both lots of joy and many years of fun together.
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Posted Dec 30th, 2008 at 7:16PM
Oh, how cute!!!! I'm so happy for u. Yes, there are plenty of moody cats out there, & if urs ever was, she sure loves YOU!!!! aaagh, i understand what u mean when u say u are being taught how to love. good for u. i, too, wish u many years of joy & fun together. :)
     
Posted Dec 30th, 2008 at 7:23PM
Cats are smart, they know who will love them. Enjoy your new friend!
     
Posted Jan 24th, 2009 at 10:29PM
That's exactly how I got my first cat! I'm happy for both of you!
     
Posted Feb 3rd, 2009 at 10:46PM
thar is lovely. that little baby wanted to be with you.l have 12 cats and most of them find me(so l tell my husband)
     
Posted Feb 7th, 2009 at 9:40PM
Awwwww! Lovely story.
Mine is a stray too. They are very special. Mine experiences separation anxiety when I go missing:>) I think he's afraid of being adandoned again.
     
Posted Mar 12th, 2009 at 3:57PM
I am so glad that you found one of those special loving cats to help you love yourself. I personally believe that there really are some VERY special cats out there that come to those who need them. It becomes a very special relationship that helps you both grow in spirit. Once you have had this experience you will be changed, always for the better, and so is she. Hugs for you both!
     
Posted Apr 4th, 2009 at 1:00AM
Aww,

I got 2 cats myself both i like to say adopted me! The showed up at different times and then over the coarse of time they decided to stay and call me their owner. I of coursed asked around to make sure no one owned them before taking them in and making them my own.

As i write this there is another little kitty that comes around often but i can not take any more in so he will just have to enjoy his visits to my home lol!

Chrissy
     
Posted Apr 13th, 2009 at 7:32PM
see? SEE? That's how they get ya! I have loved cats since I took my first breath, so it's natural for me. So glad you "woke up and smelled the catnip". THANK YOU for loving your cat and giving your cat the best care!
     
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