In His Own Words, Sherlock in the Valley
Well, I guess my Mamas are talking about relocating to the country. Pip pip. I have always wanted a country estate. Might I play polo? I must have country pursuits, and I certainly shall not hunt. I will need to order new stationary.
There are so many decisions to make, oh my.
Sherlock's Mama asks, "Sherly, how will you spend your days when you live in the country?"
"Oh, Mama. I shall write letters."
Ummm, is that all?
"I suspect I also will watch the birdies and make odd crying/spitting noises."
Is that entirely appropriate, Sherlock?
"Well, I am a cat. I cannot be something I am not."
But you are always trying to be a proper British gentleman, not a cat.
"Mama, what are you saying? I will not sit here and be insulted!"
Sherlock? Sherly, come back!
-Melina :D
I love kids. In fact, I am kind of a baby fanatic. When I worked retail, if a baby came into my department everything stopped until I was done cooing and loving on them. Truth be told, I always thought I would be one of those people who had 10 kids, but as my life went on I just never hit a time where I felt like I was ready. I could still adopt; it is not out of the question. But I discovered something that sort of took me by surprise: I love animals!
I don't just mean dogs-are-cute, cats-are-fluffy kind of love. It is more than that. I have come to believe that my purpose in life is to take care of those animals who may not have a home, who need love. We have 4 cats who were rescues and they are the babies I never predicted having.
Banshee
Vanian
Solstice
Sherlock (photobombed by Banshee)
I am vegan because of my love of animals. I dream that someday I can start a
farm sanctuary. I try to wrap my head around how someone can hurt an animal, wear fur or skins, hunt endangered species. I can't! I can't imagine my own comfort being more important than the suffering and death of another creature. It confuses me and makes me sick. My life would be easier if I COULD understand, but it is too much.
Right now taking care of my babies is the way I put my life's purpose into action. They need me. Someday I will be able to broaden my reach. More animals who need love. And maybe that is what I am meant to do instead of being birth mom.
I am OK with that.
~ Denise
