Thursday, June 16, 2022

Happy Gotcha Day Samson!

(C) 2022, from The Dog's Paw!
(C) 2022, from The Dog's Paw!

Dear Sweet Samson,

Today, we celebrate your "Gotcha Day!" Yes, we are doing it one day early because tomorrow is our weekly post, "Friday's Friend!" and I thought you'd appreciate not bumping that post but doing it one day early!

Four years ago, on Father's Day, I became the father of a 3-year-old male Maine Coon cat. After visiting you in Maryland and making an application to the rescue, you came into our lives on that beautiful summer Sunday afternoon. 

You were so scared when you arrived, I was too, but I understood your situation and let you be. I was scared because cats in my past many years ago caused me to be afraid of all cats. Yes, we have had two cats before you and they helped me to get past my fears too. However, you have gotten your way into my heart further than most cats. 

I was surprised it took you 17 months to realize I'm a good guy and you can hang out with me. Though, I can't blame you as the only man in your previous life who wasn't very nice to you. I will never forget the day you were on my office table, stood up, and walked my way. You wanted to headbutt me and later you stretched out so I would pick you up. I was so surprised but loved every single second of it. 

Over time, you have become one of my bestest buds! I look forward to our cuddling at the end of a long day and each morning. Your cat therapy of purring, twilling, and meowing has been a huge blessing in helping with my health issues.

Happy Gotcha Day Samson! I am so thankful Mom and I are the ones who "GOTCHA!"

(C) 2022, from The Dog's Paw!

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