This is the picture that started it all.  One of the local animal shelters were called in to help four cats, all in need of care.  Not just care, special care after living in terrible conditions.

Who could resist a face like that?  I knew it would take some time, but I wanted to help.  We have a simple, quiet home, where a cat would be alone and could be spoiled all the time.

So we contacted http://www.dbbh.no/ and let them know we were happy to help!  Since this organization is so dedicated to animal welfare, they got back to us right away and we had a date to pick up a one of the little floofballs.  Learning about their terrible ordeal in the house of a "collector", it was sad to think about what they must have gone through.  However, we were happy to be told we would be taking home this beauty.  She was so so scared, and softly growled as we would pet her.  Yet, somehow, so so sweet at the same time.

We got her home and, not surprisingly, she didn't come out of the carrier.  We let her rest while we set up an area for her with food, water, etc. and after several hours we decided it was time to show her some love.  Even though she doesn't know she likes love yet.

So this is the start of our first journey.  With a lot of love, patience, compassion, and a bath; this gorgeous girl will be happy, healthy, and ready for her forever home.

Meet our first foster kitty,  Zelda.