Dearest Calico (a.k.a. Winnie), you are beautiful, a stunningly gorgeous Calico lady with fur that looks so soft and is so pretty, and your sweet face with that cute pink nose and those lovely pale-green eyes. I wish I could reach through the screen and over to Minnesota to pet you! I can't, of course, but I know your loving and beloved Dad will pet you for me 
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I was also brought to tears by your story. It broke my heart to read of that vicious act of cruelty you were subjected to, being stuffed in a duffle bag and thrown into the Winnebago River by an awful alleged-man. I am so very glad and grateful that that couple witnessed this and pulled the bag out, rescuing you! They got you to the official shelter, where you were cared for properly and named Winnie, after the river. (I am also so glad that that evil man who did that to you was prosecuted, and I hope he received some significant punishment, even if it wouldn't have been what he truly deserved.) It was later discovered that your real name is "Calico."
Then you were adopted by your wonderful Furrrever Dad! Now you are living the terrific life you deserve, and always have deserved. You were shy at first in your new home, understandably, but you were lovingly given all the time you needed to feel comfortable. Your dear Dad had recently lost his longtime feline companion, and you and he helped heal each other. Now you hang around with him all day as he works. You and he have a special bond, and you love to sit in his lap and watch TV and to go outside for walks around the house. You've been together for four years now! You are "the sweetest, most obedient and loyal cat that anyone could want." You and he love each other dearly, don't you. What a delightful love-filled home you share!
Congratulations, darling Calico (Winnie), on being chosen today's Cat of the Day! We hope you and your dear Dad and all your family and friends, and we hope your rescuers and shelter caretakers too!, are all enjoying a fine celebration, full of fun and lovies and all your favorite games and treats.
I meant," said Ipslore bitterly, "what is there in this world that truly makes living worthwhile?"
Death thought about it.
CATS, he said eventually. CATS ARE NICE.
-- Terry Pratchett (1948—2015), Sourcery
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No animal should EVER have to deal with cruelty like that. It was truly a miracle that you were saved by a friendly couple, who called the police who brought you to a shelter. This lead you to your forever home. 
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