My dear Fister, it's 10 years ago we first saw you - holding on to the beam behind the dustbins, where your mom was hiding you and your sister for the first few days. It took a year before we managed to entice you up here, but now it's your home and you enjoy getting spoiled. OK, occasionally you want to go down and check everything out in the yard, and I must say you choose the oddest times - just when it's about to get dark.

Today, we'll have extra long cuddles, and we'll celebrate with shrimps and your other favourite treats. We'll spend a lot of time brushing and you'll have a good wash with the wet glove you've come to like so much.

We'll find your favourite catnip doll, and your little balls of yarn ... yes, I'll be happy to run around like a complete fool for you. Perhaps we can even post a video later... no promises.

Fister, you are becoming a real "velcro" kitty, and I enjoy it! You often sit next to me by the computer and want tummy rubs, and at night you are laying cuddled up to me in bed, and purring me to sleep. You're one special boy and I love you dearly!!