We've been catless since December 2016, when she died after an unexpected and short period of illness. I've stubbornly refused to find a replacement since then despite pressure from SWMBO, but we decided just before Christmas that we'd get a rescue cat if one came along.
Last Saturday we went to the local animal shelter, which has a FB presence, and came away with a very friendly 6-year old ginger/white/charcoal tabby which arrived there as a stray. She seems to be settling in well, although she spends most of the day in hiding. When she appears, she's delighted to see us, and loves being picked up and cuddled. Taking in a stray is always an unknown quantity, but all seems good so far.
As everyone has said, nice to have s pet around again!
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