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Another step for Molly
It seems that the more assertive and in charge Molly has become with Jake
and Kayla, the more of a love she becomes with us. After last night I actually envision being a little old lady in a rocking chair someday, with Molly curled up in my lap. For those that haven't been here for the whole saga, Molly arrived over three years ago. An eighteen month old feral calico girl who had not only lived on her own, but raised her babies on her own as well. She would barely let us touch her. Picking her up was out of the question. So was being an indoor only cat. Last night she followed her recent routine of coming in our room as soon as we went to bed. This time she jumped up and snuggled close to be. But on the side away from the edge of the bed so I could get up without moving her. She has learned I don't stay put all night. Only our second cat ever to prefer sleeping next to me over sleeping by Charlie. So I thought when I got up to get a drink of water and take my pills, 'why not?' I slid my hand under her gently and between her front legs and rolled her over to her back. And for the first time ever rubbed her tummy. Almost cried while I did it too. Jo |
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Another step for Molly
"Jo Firey" wrote in message
.. . It seems that the more assertive and in charge Molly has become with Jake and Kayla, the more of a love she becomes with us. After last night I actually envision being a little old lady in a rocking chair someday, with Molly curled up in my lap. For those that haven't been here for the whole saga, Molly arrived over three years ago. An eighteen month old feral calico girl who had not only lived on her own, but raised her babies on her own as well. She would barely let us touch her. Picking her up was out of the question. So was being an indoor only cat. Last night she followed her recent routine of coming in our room as soon as we went to bed. This time she jumped up and snuggled close to be. But on the side away from the edge of the bed so I could get up without moving her. She has learned I don't stay put all night. Only our second cat ever to prefer sleeping next to me over sleeping by Charlie. So I thought when I got up to get a drink of water and take my pills, 'why not?' I slid my hand under her gently and between her front legs and rolled her over to her back. And for the first time ever rubbed her tummy. Almost cried while I did it too. Jo Thank you for sharing that wonderful moment! Joy |
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Another step for Molly
Jo Firey wrote:
It seems that the more assertive and in charge Molly has become with Jake and Kayla, the more of a love she becomes with us. After last night I actually envision being a little old lady in a rocking chair someday, with Molly curled up in my lap. For those that haven't been here for the whole saga, Molly arrived over three years ago. An eighteen month old feral calico girl who had not only lived on her own, but raised her babies on her own as well. She would barely let us touch her. Picking her up was out of the question. So was being an indoor only cat. Last night she followed her recent routine of coming in our room as soon as we went to bed. This time she jumped up and snuggled close to be. But on the side away from the edge of the bed so I could get up without moving her. She has learned I don't stay put all night. Only our second cat ever to prefer sleeping next to me over sleeping by Charlie. So I thought when I got up to get a drink of water and take my pills, 'why not?' I slid my hand under her gently and between her front legs and rolled her over to her back. And for the first time ever rubbed her tummy. Almost cried while I did it too. Jo Awww. That is so sweet. It makes me think of the time it has taken Shadow to be more trusting, he's come indoors several times recently. One day he'll be a proper owner and worth the wait. -- Adrian (Owned by Snoopy & Bagheera) Cats leave pawprints on your heart http://community.webshots.com/user/clowderuk |
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Another step for Molly
"Jo Firey" wrote in message .. . It seems that the more assertive and in charge Molly has become with Jake and Kayla, the more of a love she becomes with us. After last night I actually envision being a little old lady in a rocking chair someday, with Molly curled up in my lap. So I thought when I got up to get a drink of water and take my pills, 'why not?' I slid my hand under her gently and between her front legs and rolled her over to her back. And for the first time ever rubbed her tummy. Almost cried while I did it too. Jo Awwww! That's so sweet! I'm glad Molly is making such great progress. Jill |
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Another step for Molly
"Jo Firey" wrote in
: It seems that the more assertive and in charge Molly has become with Jake and Kayla, the more of a love she becomes with us. After last night I actually envision being a little old lady in a rocking chair someday, with Molly curled up in my lap. For those that haven't been here for the whole saga, Molly arrived over three years ago. An eighteen month old feral calico girl who had not only lived on her own, but raised her babies on her own as well. She would barely let us touch her. Picking her up was out of the question. So was being an indoor only cat. Last night she followed her recent routine of coming in our room as soon as we went to bed. This time she jumped up and snuggled close to be. But on the side away from the edge of the bed so I could get up without moving her. She has learned I don't stay put all night. Only our second cat ever to prefer sleeping next to me over sleeping by Charlie. So I thought when I got up to get a drink of water and take my pills, 'why not?' I slid my hand under her gently and between her front legs and rolled her over to her back. And for the first time ever rubbed her tummy. Almost cried while I did it too. Jo Awww, that's great! |
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Another step for Molly
That is wonderful.
I know how rewarding each step is with a feral cat. I've felt the same way with each new step with Samwise. -- Ann in Connecticut see my cats at http://www.flickr.com/photos/ann791/sets/ read Sam's blog at http://kittens-3.blogspot.com/ * * * "Jo Firey" wrote in message .. . It seems that the more assertive and in charge Molly has become with Jake and Kayla, the more of a love she becomes with us. After last night I actually envision being a little old lady in a rocking chair someday, with Molly curled up in my lap. For those that haven't been here for the whole saga, Molly arrived over three years ago. An eighteen month old feral calico girl who had not only lived on her own, but raised her babies on her own as well. She would barely let us touch her. Picking her up was out of the question. So was being an indoor only cat. Last night she followed her recent routine of coming in our room as soon as we went to bed. This time she jumped up and snuggled close to be. But on the side away from the edge of the bed so I could get up without moving her. She has learned I don't stay put all night. Only our second cat ever to prefer sleeping next to me over sleeping by Charlie. So I thought when I got up to get a drink of water and take my pills, 'why not?' I slid my hand under her gently and between her front legs and rolled her over to her back. And for the first time ever rubbed her tummy. Almost cried while I did it too. Jo |
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Another step for Molly
"Jo Firey" wrote in message .. . I slid my hand under her gently and between her front legs and rolled her over to her back. And for the first time ever rubbed her tummy. Almost cried while I did it too. It is such a special moment when a very timid or ex-feral cat finally trusts enough to allow such intimacy. It can and often does take years. When it happens it often brings tears, IME experience, anyway. The first time Boyfriend jumped into my lap when I was sitting quietly and settled down for a few minutes had my eyes brimming. Now, I cannot lay on the sofa to watch TV without him jumping up, kneading me furiously for a minute or two then settling down on my chest gazing lovingly into my eyes at regular intervals ;-) Sounds like Molly is going down this route too - congrats. All good things come to s/he who waits.. Tweed |
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Another step for Molly
Jo Firey wrote:
Last night she followed her recent routine of coming in our room as soon as we went to bed. This time she jumped up and snuggled close to be. But on the side away from the edge of the bed so I could get up without moving her. She has learned I don't stay put all night. Only our second cat ever to prefer sleeping next to me over sleeping by Charlie. So I thought when I got up to get a drink of water and take my pills, 'why not?' I slid my hand under her gently and between her front legs and rolled her over to her back. And for the first time ever rubbed her tummy. Almost cried while I did it too. Awwww... that is so sweet. -- Joyce To email me, remove the triple-X from my user name. ^..^ |
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Another step for Molly
Jo Firey wrote in message:
, I slid my hand under her gently and between her front legs and rolled her over to her back. And for the first time ever rubbed her tummy. Almost cried while I did it too. Jo Get a freakin life! -- Billy Colburn |
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Another step for Molly
Jo Firey : Last night she followed her recent routine of coming in our room as soon as we went to bed. This time she jumped up and snuggled close to be. But on the side away from the edge of the bed so I could get up without moving her. She has learned I don't stay put all night. Only our second cat ever to prefer sleeping next to me over sleeping by Charlie. So I thought when I got up to get a drink of water and take my pills, 'why not?' I slid my hand under her gently and between her front legs and rolled her over to her back. And for the first time ever rubbed her tummy. Almost cried while I did it too. Awwwwww, how sweet Hug Kyal -- Joyce To email me, remove the triple-X from my user name. ^..^ |
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