Maybe, just maybe, Ebby may become a lap-cat someday. :D

[ChrisH]

Thanks everyone for the nice comments and, with the telling of your own experiences, the encouragement too!

When I think about it Ebby really has come a long way from the standoffish cat I brought home from the shelter. It is so lovely to be able to rub that belly, give scritches and hear that purring in response! And she is such a good kitty too, never gives me any trouble in any way...oh, I do love her so!

Thanks again
Chris

[PayItForward]

I can't believe I missed this thread .

Sweet Ebby, such a beautiful belly. You are certainly training Chris well.

[catcrazylady]

Ebby is beautiful!!! Of our 9 only Leroy has been a lap kitty. Lucky was the cat that lived in our house for 18 months before I was allowed to even touch him! He is now 3 years old and just in the last month he has become a LOVE MUFFIN! I never thought it would happen so I understand your excitement! Hang in there because he convinced me that just when you think you have them figured out they let you know that you don't!!!!!

[krazyaboutkatz]

Chris, this is exciting news!!! I'm sure that eventually she'll sit in your lap more and more. Storm sat in my lap when I first adopted him because he was sick and I didn't realise it. After that he only did this if he felt scared or threatened in some way which was only a couple of times. Then he started sitting in my lap after Pepper passed away. I guess he knew that I needed some extra comfort. Now he'll do it every now and then which is fine with me. I also hope that some day Cirrus will be become a lap cat. He still won't let me pick him up. BTW Ebby sure is gorgeous.

[Sara luvs her Tinky]

Ebby is soooo pretty!! I just love seeing pictures of her!!!

I am so excited for you!! Before you know it you will be sitting ther one day wishing she wasn't so cute hogging your lap so you can get up and get your chores done!

[ChrisH]

Thanks Jenny, catcrazylady, Tracey and Sara!

She didn`t come downstairs until nearly bedtime last night so no cuddles on the sofa! But she is down and staking her spot on there early tonight (around 5)! Poor Bob, he didn`t notice she was down so before he did I sent him to his den (crate), I did have him finish dinner first though. Before you all start feeling too sorry for him, he is quite happily sleeping away in there, and snoring to boot!

[Edwina's Secretary]

I still remember the first time Edwina climbed in my lap...I was so shocked! .... and pleased!...and thrilled!...

My mother was visiting and we were sitting and shatting when Edwina just jumped up and settled down fro a nap.

One day Ebby will do that too!

[ChrisH]

Thanks Sara, there will be celebrations the day that happens with me and Ebby, for sure!

Chris

[Tubby & Peanut's Mom]

Chris, I'm so happy for you! Yes, the day will come when Ebby decides she prefers a lap, and hopefully you'll share the day with us so we can help celebrate.

My mom's Cranker who is almost 10 years old, and has never been a lap cat (go figure) has recently done the same thing. Usually he'll just go about his business and maybe be in the same room as my mom, but he has never just jumped up and wanted pets....until about a month ago. She was shocked and pleased. He stayed for about 5 minutes before he retreated to his place under the blanket on the couch, but she at least had that 5 minutes that she had never had before. Haven't asked her about it lately so I don't know if he's done it again.

First your lap, then Bob!