Hi there, pretty Peggy! Oh sweetheart, your Mom was so right! All that was needed were some loving, knowledgeable, PATIENT Cat people to make you feel "at home!" ! Who can blame you for needing a little extra time to adjust, to learn to trust??? How well your family has been rewarded their compassion, their caring, their dedication! What a love story I hope you're enjoying your well earned Cat of the Day reign, sweetheart! Please have your proud Mom give you a big hug and kiss for me! Long and happy life to you, precious Peggy!