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It's has been a hard couple years since MrsK passed, and I made the choice about LilBit( my challenged daughter) to go into state care.
About a month ago, my neighbor was here and said, " you need a dog or a cat," Seed planted.
Well I knew, a dog was out of the question, but I also love the kitties. So I made a few calls, found a remote cat place,( we have always adopted, other than LilBit's service dog). The admin spoke to me, listened to MY situation, and then asked me to call back in a few days.
This went on, until, last Thursday when the admin called me and said," can you come meet Gladys? She is 6 years old, quiet, but a bit, assertive. I said, ok."
Long story shorter,
Gladys is on my lap, as I type this, she has explored, ate, jumped on my lap, got my first kitty kiss
Only been 6 hours.
I thanks the admin, who listened,
Say hello to "LilGlad"
Edit, to add
This woman who runs the shelter, didn't charge me.
Not only, did she help LilGlad, she helped a Veteran. I left a donation. If you would like to thank her, just message me.
This woman is doing a big job, In a very small town.
Koz

spooky3
(37,475 posts)FalloutShelter
(13,340 posts)I'm sure Lil Glad will be a sweet companion and make you a" Lil Glad".
arkielib
(397 posts)I hope you have a long, happy life together. Having a pet makes life so much better. I can't imagine getting along without one.
MyMission
(2,007 posts)May you have many happy years together!
Karadeniz
(24,434 posts)Dear_Prudence
(854 posts)What a beauty!
Hope22
(3,967 posts)She is so beautiful and a very quick learner. You win the prize for quickest lap sit! 😁💗 As always, my heart goes out to you! Enjoy LilGlad! You both deserve peace and happiness! 🐈⬛💗💗🙏🏼😊
I gave her free run.
Yes, I am a good learner!!
Koz
elleng
(139,460 posts)Last edited Wed Apr 17, 2024, 03:46 PM - Edit history (1)
I hope its the GOOD assertive, like 'may I PLEASE have a hug and lunch!!!'
Nanuke
(732 posts)peacebuzzard
(5,558 posts)you have had much going on.
It looks like LilGlad is delighted to be a companion and friend in your new chapter.
Many sweet soft days ahead for both of you! Thanks for posting your updates.
Permanut
(7,092 posts)She's been gone for some years, but she would have loved this. Or maybe she does.
Thanks for posting this, Kozar. Truly beautiful story.
Even a bit stranger your Mother, Gladys.
My Mom's middle name is, yep. Gladys.
Funny how life works.
Koz
AltairIV
(856 posts)Well done sir! May you both know years of happiness together.
blm
(114,104 posts)Diamond_Dog
(36,998 posts)Wishing you and
Lil Glad many happy years together.
RainCaster
(12,861 posts)You two will be very happy together.
pazzyanne
(6,673 posts)They don't have attitude, they have tortitude or a strong, feisty personality.
More information on tortoiseshell cats:
https://cats.com/tortoiseshell-cats
ananda
(31,774 posts)
MustLoveBeagles
(13,267 posts)May you have many happy years together.
livetohike
(23,417 posts)together Koz .
democrank
(11,480 posts)She seems to have settled in quickly. Good for the two of you.
kozar
(3,079 posts)She is training me well.
Koz
virgdem
(2,256 posts)May you have many years of joy and companionship with lilglad.
Different Drummer
(9,083 posts)I hope the two of you have many happy years together!
obamanut2012
(28,471 posts)Yeah, I love my cooking shows.
hauckeye
(756 posts)StarryNite
(11,548 posts)I am very happy for both of you.
onecaliberal
(36,594 posts)AllaN01Bear
(25,141 posts)Warpy
(113,392 posts)Last edited Wed Apr 17, 2024, 07:26 PM - Edit history (1)
and that's a real mistake. Adult cats not only have learned a few manners pleasing to humans, they have enough wisdom to be grateful that a human has given them a comfy home and good food. I adopted adults and swore I'd never adopt another kitten.
Gladys has already decided you're good people. That puts you are ahead of the game.
Sky Jewels
(9,148 posts)Next time, I'll get an even older one. Older kitties need and deserve good homes.
What a beautiful kitty! I have one that looks similar to her and mine is fussy about everything. She didnt get the name Miss Priss for nothing.😂
Picaro
(1,946 posts)May you enjoy many years together.
58Sunliner
(5,760 posts)vanlassie
(5,943 posts)Yay!
Ziggysmom
(3,798 posts)a tranquilizer, makes one calmer. Best to both of you!
calimary
(86,298 posts)Good stuff! And kozar, thanks for sharing your latest news about your new little friend! I hope you have many purry years together.
TygrBright
(21,140 posts)diane in sf
(4,152 posts)people
(778 posts)TeamProg
(6,630 posts)SWBTATTReg
(25,266 posts)of companionship and love...you'll find that companions such as this will be well worth their weight in gold. I've always loved my animal companions, for the daily joys in life, small or large that they may be, that they bring to one's life.
Tree Lady
(12,386 posts)
Sky Jewels
(9,148 posts)I seriously felt my heart skip a beat when I saw her photo. (I may have a problem with being a bit obsessed with kitties, hee hee.) Thanks for adopting this beautiful little precious girl!
Fla Dem
(26,686 posts)LudwigPastorius
(12,461 posts)Congratulations on the new kitteh.
3catwoman3
(26,695 posts)...has a meant to be feeling.
Mousetoescamper
(6,229 posts)Hekate
(97,675 posts)
Rebl2
(16,339 posts)like a very sweet cat! She looks like one of my cats from many years ago.
JustinBulletin
(93 posts)I followed your posts in the past and felt sad for you since there were so many painful episodes you were going through. I always hoped you would find some peace and happiness. What a beautiful new friend you have there!
SupportSanity
(1,439 posts)Congrats. Very cool.
MacKasey
(1,356 posts)Keep the pictures coming!
Evolve Dammit
(20,622 posts)DarthDem
(5,388 posts)Thanks so much for sharing the picture of her! I'm glad you're both very happy.
Ocelot II
(124,768 posts)She's beautiful.
Dem2theMax
(10,670 posts)She will be a wonderful companion. And we all know that you are an incredible person who cares very deeply. She will be loved and cared for. Congratulations to you both!
claudette
(5,320 posts)Best wishes.
Ilsa
(62,768 posts)She's a beauty.
How's LilBit doing in state care? Is she adjusting well? I'll have to do this soon.
kozar
(3,079 posts)Thanks. It was the best,hardest decision I made.
Koz
Duncanpup
(14,470 posts)Rhiannon12866
(234,297 posts)Lucky kitty and lucky you!
BumRushDaShow
(152,647 posts)A tortie with 'tude!
One of my sisters has a longhair one and yup, she doesn't say much except she can do a stare and glare severe enough to stop the big black lab she was "forced" to live with, cold!
Hope LilGlad enjoys her new spot!
Goddessartist
(2,068 posts)who lived to be 20 years and 3 months. Cats are the best! Hello LilGladys!
Sending you lots of love my friend!
kozar
(3,079 posts)I hope LilGlad and I have that many years left!
Koz
She was the most wonderful, beautiful cat! Green dragon eyes...she passed in my arms, September 27, 2011.
Polly Hennessey
(7,841 posts)CaptainTruth
(7,623 posts)They can be the best companions, I love mine, & LilGlad looks beautiful & happy!
KT2000
(21,439 posts)You could not have done better. They are so freakin smart with strong mom instincts. She will be very tuned in to you. I am jealous!!
jrandom421
(1,060 posts)Calm, mellow and accepting. More dignified than a male, but she'll be a loving companion for you.
Nope, she's a mix, mostly tortoise, and she, is truly a female. Left her alone yesterday to get groceries. She ate, drank, everything she had ignored since Wednesday.
Meowed at me , loudly when I got home. I had her food
I built her a floating shelf, so she can look outside, she ignores it, she will only look outside, while on my recliner,
LilGlad is truly,a Queen B.
Damn, it feels good to have, a female in the house again!!
Can't be a king ,without a Queen
Koz

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