I got my new cat from the shelter several months ago. Charlie is two and a half. He's not a bad cat, but he's a different cat. My previous cat spent most of his time in the same room with me, or on my lap. I got used to and enjoyed the company. Charlie is MUCH more independent and prefers to spend his time in the living room instead of in my room with me. Like I said, it's not a bad thing, just not what I wanted in a cat.

The other night I was really down. He came to me, snuggled up, put a paw on my chest and purred. Without saying a word, he used them big blue peepers of his to let me know that he DOES love me and is very glad I rescued him from the shelter, and to be patient because he is, after all, the equivalent of a college kid. I'm really glad he told me. <3

Three mins later Charlie was back to his ADD self, lol.

Photo: Not the best expression, but the only pic I've gotten of his pretty peepers.

Hi, Lily, thank you so much for sharing with us how you're doing. Please accept my sincerest CONGRATULATIONS on your new companion Charlie. How so precious that he came to you just at the right moment when you really needed his comfort. He is quite a handsome lad and he indeed has beautiful blue eyes. It may take him awhile before he truly believes he now has a Forever Home with you as his Forever Mom. Even though he may not be a "cuddler" right now, this may change as you become more bonded with one another.

I hope today is treating you and your precious Charlie kindly, Lily, and thank you again so very much for sharing him with us. Please know you and your precious boy are in my thoughts and prayers, and please let us know how you both are doing.

Peace and blessings,
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