A Cat is Not Just a Cat

It's often been said that a cat is man's best friend. Oh, I know that's not correct. But then, you don't know Remax... our cat.

Remax came to us about 5 yrs ago. He had been dropped off in my son's neighborhood. And since he had 3 dogs at that time, it was not an ideal situation for a little kitty cat. When his wife called to ask if we could take in this adorable, precious, tiny kitten our response was... an emphatic NO! The reason being... 2 years prior we had put down my husband's dog, a huge black & tan Rottweiler. Also, that same year I lost one cat to cancer and I had to put my 18 year old cat to sleep. It had been rough. My heart couldn't take in anymore furry friends. It just couldn't! And Rick just didn't feel ready to open his heart just yet. Too soon! So our answer was .... NO! NO!
The next day they brought the kitten to our house... (there's just no respect! You know what I mean?) Well, can you guess what that tiny little kitten did? He had the nerve to climb up onto Rick's broad chest and promptly went to sleep. I couldn't believe it! Somehow he didn't get the message that we didn't want him! From that moment Remax has us wrapped around his tail. He owns us!
I worked at the hospital yesterday, so I appreciated being in my home this morning. I sat in front of the fireplace with my coffee and lap top... and here HE came. He wanted, (demanded) to be brushed. He's the only cat I've ever had that loves to be groomed.
I really don't know who enjoys it the most. It's relaxing for me. I can't put words in his mouth (so to speak) but I'd say 'it's the cat's meow' by the way he purrs!
God has provided a great blessing for me & Rick in the form of our 'fur-son' as Rick affectionately calls Remax. (don't ever let Rick know that I told you that... that I 'let the cat out of the bag')
Maybe these furry ones are angels in disguise. I think they can very well be.
Remax has always been a 'talker' If you have ever owned a cat you know there are some who do talk. He's special that way. Yes, God knew what he was doing when he brought Remax into our lives. He was just what we needed to make our home complete.
I'm filled with gratitude this morning... that I can enjoy this sunny morning at home... that from where I sit I can see the tiny Gold Finches at the seed socks I filled for them, and that Remax & I share this special time by the fire before I begin my busy day.
If you need some extra lovings, then you may have a home that needs a special fur-angel. Think about it.
I wish all a blessed day!