oday I went to the local Animal Welfare League. It's been 3 months since Kali passed away and while I still miss her terribly I felt it was time for a new cat. Well I looked at all the cats and kittens and there were some nice ones, but I wasn't sure. But then I found out that there were more available in a second row behind, so I went there to have a look. In one of the enclosures was a little 19 week old black and white male, who was very friendly, right up at the wire and wanting a pat. So I thought 'he's cute' and went in there to visit. I picked him up to see how he'd react, and he cuddled into my arms and started to purr.
This is exactly what Kali did 19 years ago. I couldn't help it, I just burst into tears. My sister was with me, and didn't understand why I was crying, but when I explained it she understood immediately.
To cut a long story short that little fellow has come home with me. He has been my flatmate for 6 hours, and so far I have discovered he is a chair thief and a bed hog, and the most sooky, purry, adorable little guy ever! He hasn't eaten or drunk yet, or used the litter tray, so I'm hoping he'll do that soon, but he's certainly relaxed enough to do a lot of snoozing, and was quite calm and relaxed from the moment he arrived (though he wasn't too keen on the car ride) so I'm really happy at the moment. As soon as I can get some decent photos I'll post them.
He's yet to be named - this may take me some time. I think Kali was 'kitty' for about a month before I named her!