Inspired by . . . those eyes
Angels with whiskers? Maybe. Kitty, as she is affectionately called, is a gift from God. She is proof {one of many in my life} of His intimate care of me. His inexplicable attention to every detail of my life.
Kitty is handicapped. The joints in her legs and hips don't work correctly. She sort of lurches her way around, often pulling her back legs up and over obstacles with the sheer strength of her front legs and claws. It's difficult to watch, even though I know she's not in any pain.
When we first found Kitty, we thought she had been hit by a car. She was dragging herself up an embankment near our home. Another victim of animal dumping in our rural area.
Except she's not a victim, she's a blessing.
Despite her affliction, she keeps herself well-groomed. Her coat is amazingly soft and clean. And she can be extremely fast when she needs to be. As you can imagine, she can't defend herself. Or fend for herself. She was very malnourished when we found her. Knowing she couldn't catch her own food, I began feeding her. And despite the fact that we did not want {or need} another life to care for, the alternatives just weren't an option.
Not when she looks at you with those eyes.
After hearing Kitty's story you might be wondering how she's proof of God's care for me. Well, I love cats, but I just can't abide their natural instinct to kill other animals. Such as birds and, well, baby rabbits. It broke my heart last year when I had to re-home my best buddy, Aslan, {Thankfully, a sweet friend of mine with four darling little girls took him in - further proof of God's care} after I found him "playing" with a baby rabbit one morning.
Kitty can't chase, jump, or sneak up on anyone or anything.
She's the perfect cat for me.
And God knew she would be.
Have a wonder-filled day,
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What a cute kitty
ReplyDeleteHave a kittylicious week ;-)
What a heartwarming story. Blessing to you and your kitty.
ReplyDeleteYes, very pretty, his look is gorgeous!
ReplyDeleteAwww. Gorgeous kitty!
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How precious she is... Michelle
ReplyDeleteHer story is so sad, but I'm glad it has a happy ending! She does have beautiful eyes.
ReplyDeleteYou have a lovely blog with a nice header!
ReplyDeleteAnd Your beautiful cat is fantastic. I have
two cats, one of them adopted. and they are
so full of love both of them...
Hi June,
ReplyDeleteWhat a precious story... I'ts amazing how God work in mysterious ways... Now you have Kitty (and she has you) and the birds and baby rabbits are safe ;)
Cheers
Márcia
very sweet eyes indeed
ReplyDeleteWhat a touching story and a precious Gift you have .. You have to know that I love cats, I have two very sweet cats at home which fill my days with joy .. and sometimes also of pranks!
ReplyDeleteI also don't like their "hunting nature" and they, living at home, don't feel this need, thanks Goodness!
Actually I couldn't imagine my life without cats ;)
A lovely day to you ♥
You do have a sweet kitty there!
ReplyDeleteCool shot! That could be one of our cats on our porch. :) I'm so glad you like your flexi clips. Will you please email me? cmjenniferm@yahoo.com
ReplyDeleteSuch a sweet post June -- animals are so resilient and teach us so much about enjoying life however it comes. Thanks so much for your visit. xo
ReplyDeletewell - there you go then! a perfect match indeed! No cats for us - my children have a rabbit!
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