I've been a volunteer at the San Diego County animal shelter for years, and often have to resist the urge to adopt every cat that I meet there. One day a few years back I saw the most amazing adult tortie-point Himalayan in the cattery...she was so beautiful, I knew for sure she'd be adopted right away. Then one week passed, and she was still there. Two weeks passed, she was still there. After nearly three weeks, I knew she was meant to come home with us.

We named her "Frankie" because of her spunky personality and crystal blue eyes. She & our 12 year old tabby Huey never became best friends, but they learned to tolerate each other like peaceful room-mates. When Huey lost his long battle with lymphoma, Frankie filled our home & hearts in a way I never dreamed possible. In the years since, she continues to surprise us with new & hilarious antics. She's a mobile pile of fur, and I can't imagine life without her.

Laura
San Diego, CA