Those Crazy Pesky (Yet Wonderful) Cats

Ask anyone that knows me, in fact you could even ask anyone who doesn't know me, everybody knows I'm a the crazy cat lady. I've lived with cats my whole life and though I am a huge fan of all animals, it's cat that hold a special place in my heart. It's strange perhaps, but I feel a sort of connection to them, all of them.
Those Crazy Pesky (Yet Wonderful) Cats

- My Charlie
I currently have four of my very own cats and their names are Sammy, Sooty, Charlie and Shadow. They live at home with me, Adam and one year old Ethan, and they are part of our family. A big part. We wouldn't be without each other and we wouldn't be without them.
But having four cats isn't quite always the dream I'd like it to be. This year they've had to move house, adapt to a new area and learn how to live with a toddler who on his feet is very fast, ridiculously loud and oh so boisterous. It can't have been easy for them. And so perhaps because of that, or perhaps because they simply just like to - we've had some issues.
The brand new carpets that we paid out for in our new house are, well, how to put it? - Ripped to actual shreds! They also seem to think that the stairs has become their own personal toilet. They've smashed more ornaments then I even own, by declaring the window sills that once held those very same ornaments, as their new bed. The list goes on..
But within the same breath, I can tell you that they give the most amazing cuddles, they cheer me up when I feel sad and keep me warm when I'm cold. They do the most silly things that make me laugh. And they teach Ethan what it is to love an animal. Without them, our house would feel stupidly empty.
The point of this post today is to remind anyone who may be considering adopting a pet, that a pet is for life. No matter where they go to the toilet, no matter how many carpets they rip up or ornaments they smash. These things shouldn't be ignored, they should be managed and worked on together. Plans should be made going forward. Which is exactly what we are doing.
Pets will bring so many wonderful moments and memories to a families life, just like our cats do. But please do remember that just like us humans, no pet is perfect, so do consider whether or not you can and will be able to tackle any issues financial or not that arise before you commit to giving a pet a well deserved forever home. :)
Those Crazy Pesky (Yet Wonderful) Cats