[cmarie]

Here are some details on my new kitty, Dakota. I got her at the local shelter (where she was previously named Cream Puff). She is small, orange and almost 2 years old, and loves to brush up against you and purr. She usually welcomes whatever attention she can get, but has her independent moments too.

Dakota is doing a great job at distracting me during DH's VERY long absence, and I am beyond thrilled to have her since I waited so long.

Here is a link to a public photo album of her. Even though it is a Facebook link, you do NOT have to have an account there to view the pictures. Just clicking the link should work.

http://www.facebook....67&l=cee7c12688

[MaggieMae]

Christy...she is so precious!!!

[sweet&spiceygrl]

Awwww.....she's a sweetheart! I luv those cheek rubs they give us. Are you letting her sleep with you since your DH is away? Careful....they luv to jump ON you (NOT over! ) in the middle of the night. Little dears. I know this is a match made in heaven. I'm thrilled for you.

[cmarie]

Yay! Thanks, both of you. No, I am not letting her sleep with me, because I am technically allergic and supposedly that is the kiss of death if their dander gets into your mattress. I feel bad about it but it's probably the only way I can even have her in the first place.

[PuppyLove]

Christy, Dakota is beautiful!!! And very, very lucky to have found a loving new "mama" - YOU! I hope you have many long years of happiness together. What a little doll she is!

Big congrats!

Gail

[Juletones]

I'm so happy for you. I know how long you've waited for a furry friend.

[toberetired]

What a cutie! Looks like she has settled in really well. I know she will bring you lots of love and enjoyment.

[cmarie]

Thanks for all the support, everyone! We are having a grand time together so far.