I'm just now reading this thread, and boy was I relieved to see that things are now going better!

Trust me, I do know exactly how you and David have been feeling! Like Jen, I have had plenty of times when I was overwhelmed and thinking I'm going to have to find homes for ALL but one of my cats. Then I say, but I can't give up so and so, or so and so, or, or, or..... and before I know it, they are all staying, and I'm so grateful I didn't give ANY of them up!!!!

Yes, there are times when I say, I wish my house didn't smell like a litter box .... I wish there wasn't always hair and litter trails, and such all over the place. But then I imagine an immaculate home with NO KITTIES!!!????? What kind of life would that be????? I would be totally lost without my kitties .... they bring me so much joy, and THEY are my purpose for living each and every day!

Fortunately, my hubby loves them just as I do ... and he generally own stresses when I do .... then we both get back on track together!

Hang in there, we all understand and love you!!!

((((HUGS)))))