Hi there Lily Ann! Happy Cat of the Day to you and to your mommy, too!
What a heart tugging, beautifully written tribute your mommy has shared with us! Then again, I'm sure the words came easily considering the subject matter, her beautiful source of inspiration! What a gorgeous girl you are, Lily Ann! Your coloring and markings, those *sparkling* blue eyes, are simply exquisite! It's hard to imagine the healthy, happy, much loved kitty I see before me wandering the streets; alone, emaciated and "beaten up." Who knows how you came to find yourself on your own, defenseless without your claws. But thankfully, with a little help from a higher power, you found your way into rescue in time, and into the loving arms of a lady as lovely as yourself! (That photo of you with your forever mom is just the best!!) How lucky you are to have found one another, and I hope for you both many, many more wonderful years together! Enjoy your much deserved day of honor, both of you lovely ladies...you deserve it!
Hugs and kisses to you, beautiful Lily Ann!