Nutmeg:

Nutmeg is the first cat that ever chose ME. I went into a pet supply store to look for treats on a break between classes. The store doesn't sell animals, so you can imagine how suprised I was when I heard a tiny voice squeaking "MEW! MEW!" I turned around to see a cage full of kittens up for adoption through a kitten rescue program. The only tortie was climbing the side of the cage trying to get out. I went and talked to her, and she started licking my fingers. Knowing it wasn't smart of me, I asked if I could hold her.

When the clerk let her out, she went running to the back room because that's where they were allowed play time. I picked her up and said "Don't run away! I just want to see you" and she started to purr and settled right down. Tears came to my eyes. I KNEW I had to have this kitten. I could feel it in every part of me. She was the sweetest thing I had ever met.. so loving even though so young. I told the clerk, "I have to go to class, and I have to talk to my landlord. But I want this kitten, and I'll be back this afternoon with the word." They put my name on her and I left.

I was so distracted in class, I could hardly contain myself. I even had a running list of possible names down the side of my notes. When I got out of class - great news! My landlord said yes and Nutmeg was coming home with me.

She fit in right away. Tilly had a playmate and Bassett was finally left in peace. She is the cuddliest, sweetest, most loving kitty I've EVER known, and I love her to peices.