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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
(38,031 posts)FalloutShelter
(13,928 posts)I'm sure Lil Glad will be a sweet companion and make you a" Lil Glad".
arkielib
(422 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
(2,008 posts)May you have many happy years together!
Karadeniz
(24,665 posts)Dear_Prudence
(892 posts)What a beauty!
Hope22
(4,247 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
(141,248 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
(871 posts)peacebuzzard
(5,704 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
(7,667 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
(977 posts)Well done sir! May you both know years of happiness together.
blm
(114,360 posts)Diamond_Dog
(38,852 posts)Wishing you and
Lil Glad many happy years together.
RainCaster
(13,225 posts)You two will be very happy together.
pazzyanne
(6,730 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
(33,763 posts)MustLoveBeagles
(13,691 posts)May you have many happy years together.
livetohike
(23,761 posts)together Koz
.
democrank
(11,873 posts)She seems to have settled in quickly. Good for the two of you.
kozar
(3,251 posts)She is training me well.
Koz
virgdem
(2,283 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
(28,968 posts)Yeah, I love my cooking shows.
hauckeye
(785 posts)StarryNite
(11,902 posts)I am very happy for both of you.
onecaliberal
(36,594 posts)AllaN01Bear
(27,769 posts)Warpy
(114,099 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
(2,251 posts)May you enjoy many years together.
58Sunliner
(6,162 posts)vanlassie
(6,165 posts)Yay!
Ziggysmom
(3,943 posts)a tranquilizer, makes one calmer. Best to both of you!
calimary
(88,233 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
(21,236 posts)diane in sf
(4,196 posts)people
(809 posts)TeamProg
(6,630 posts)SWBTATTReg
(25,802 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
(12,827 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
(27,226 posts)LudwigPastorius
(13,660 posts)Congratulations on the new kitteh.
3catwoman3
(27,998 posts)...has a meant to be feeling.
Mousetoescamper
(6,819 posts)Hekate
(99,958 posts)Rebl2
(17,122 posts)like a very sweet cat! She looks like one of my cats from many years ago.
JustinBulletin
(102 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
(1,542 posts)Congrats. Very cool.
MacKasey
(1,450 posts)Keep the pictures coming!
Evolve Dammit
(21,302 posts)DarthDem
(5,428 posts)Thanks so much for sharing the picture of her! I'm glad you're both very happy.
Ocelot II
(127,941 posts)She's beautiful.
Dem2theMax
(11,005 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
(5,455 posts)Best wishes.
Ilsa
(63,509 posts)She's a beauty.
How's LilBit doing in state care? Is she adjusting well? I'll have to do this soon.
kozar
(3,251 posts)Thanks. It was the best,hardest decision I made.
Koz
Duncanpup
(15,288 posts)Rhiannon12866
(245,598 posts)Lucky kitty and lucky you!
BumRushDaShow
(162,209 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
(2,176 posts)who lived to be 20 years and 3 months. Cats are the best! Hello LilGladys!
Sending you lots of love my friend!
kozar
(3,251 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
(8,283 posts)CaptainTruth
(7,937 posts)They can be the best companions, I love mine, & LilGlad looks beautiful & happy!
KT2000
(21,774 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