Dearest Smudgy, what a sweetie of a kitty you are! You're absolutely beautiful with that snow-white fur that looks so soft, and that sweet face with those lovely big blue eyes, that cute pink nose, and that mouth open in what looks like a big smile (and probably is!). You look quite a bit like Hello Kitty there! I wish I could reach through the screen and all the way around the world to Melbourne, Australia and pet you. I can't, of course, but I know your loving and beloved Purrrsons will pet you for me .

And what a story you have to tell! When you were just a few weeks old, you and your three sisters were dumped along a roadside in a box, without your mother or any nutrition. I'm so very glad and grateful that you all were rescued and brought to a Vet Clinic! Later you were fostered and bottle-fed by your dear Purrrsons-to-be. You were the smallest, the runt of the litter, but also very strong. They fell in love with your friendly, sociable nature (how could they not?), and you and they adopted each other. Now you're a very healthy grown-up girl, nine years old, "a healthy and moochy little girl that we all love dearly." You love everyone, and you love your cuddles. What a wonderful love-filled home you share!

Congratulations, darling Smudgy, on being chosen Cat of the Day! We hope you and your dear Purrrsons and all your family and friends are enjoying a fine celebration, full of fun and lovies and all your favorite games and treats.