Hi there Rachel, I am from New Zealand and have two cats Ash and Lexie, the ones in my sig below.

Just want to send you a very warm welcome, to a very warm and special place, you will love it here,there are many heart-warming and heart-wrenching stories, but you will learn lots and feel the love that surrounds you, there are some special people here, have fun, and share with us your experiences, your pets, and all about yourself,looking forward to reading more of your posts.