Hello. I’d like to introduce myself. My name is Gypsy Katt. I go by Gypsy, although Mom has called me Gypsy Rose a few times. I moved here with my other human Mom and the two little humans. Originally, I was staying in the sun room with my sister Angel. But Angel kept eating all of the food and I lost a lot of weight.
The humans got worried and decided to bring me upstairs to live with Onyx (my other sister) and Sgt Stripes. At my other house, I was kept separate from the other kitties because they thought I was too territorial. Here I can roam around the entire floor. Sgt Stripes and I get into the occasional tiff, but nothing major.
I really like it here. There are four adult beds plus two toddler beds and only three cats. Nobody tries to eat my food. Mom (the one who lived here before) lets me sleep with her at night. Sgt Stripes and I share the kibble bowl and fountain. Onyx kinda keeps to herself. This is the best place I’ve ever been.
When I moved in, there were two downstairs cats: Snoops and Kommando Kitty. As you know, Kommando went over the Rainbow Bridge last month. Apparently, the original set-up was the Snoops bonded to the older male human, and Kommando bonded with Mom. Now, unfortunately, the older male human and Kommando are gone. Snoops is now Senior Cat in the house, so all the hmans give her cuddles and pets. But Mom’s pretty sad about what happened to Kommando.
So I decided that since I don’t have a human, and she doesn’t have a cat, I should apply for the position of primary cat to Mom. I checked with my old Mom, and she said that she was pretty bonded with Onyx. So I asked Snoops how I would go about becoming Mom’s new cat. (Don’t worry about Sgt Stripes; he’s connected with the other male human here – his human brother. And Angel’s buddies with the little humans.)
Snoops wasn’t really sure how humans and cats bonded; it just seemed to happen. But she gave me some questions to see if it might be a good fit.
What is the #1 house rule? I know this one! No eating family members. Apparently this also applies to using teeth when playing.
How much time each day do you spend cuddling with your current human? I never really had my own human. I like to lie next to Mom when she’s reading in bed or using her computer. I don’t have much experience as a lap cat, but I’m trying to get used to it.
How do you feel about human snuggles and hugs? Umm. I wasn’t really hugged before. It seemed a little uncomfortable the first time I was hugged. Mom called it “kitty cuddles”. I wasn’t really a fan. I could probably learn to live with it.
What time does your day usually start? I like getting up with the sun. Mom usually gets up at 6a for work, so I’m trying to adapt to that. It’s weird, though. Apparently, there are days when she doesn’t have to work and sleeps later. I think I have a better alarm system. My tummy wants food at the same time every day. We’re working on a compromise.
When do you sleep at night? I really love having a regular bed. I go to sleep when Mom goes to sleep. She has a tummy warmer (she calls it a bed warmer). Sgt Stripes and I love the tummy warmer at night.. I usually don’t move much at night.
What kinds of human food do you like? I don’t think I’ve had human food. But I really like cat food with fish and chicken, so I would probably like that.
Why do you think you’re the best candidate for this job? I’ve never really had a human, so I don’t have any bad habits to break. I think I could get better at the cuddling stuff with some practice. There’s a human with no cat and a cat with no human. It just makes sense.
Snoops said that she would present my answers to Mom and let me know what she says. Keep your fingers crossed for me,
Adventures in Cheeseland 
We’re sure you’ll be the purrfect cat for mom who could resist such a gorgeous kitty xx😽🐈⬛🐾
Aww. Thank you!
Honey, you sure put a LOT of thought into your answers. That’s the only way to get a satisfactory answer to your job seeking. I think your attitude, and the help you may get from the rest of the cats in how to tweak some of your interactions will do the trick.
I hope so. Thanks for your support!
A new furry overlady?
Hmm. I’ve never had a human to boss around. That sounds good.
gypsy, hay ewe gorgeouz …ewe got thiz job, noe worreez😺🍀
and once de mom getz used two ewe …adjustin two HER roo teen,
ever sew slite lee, sew it goez kinda un noe tizzed, thatz
when ewe can trane her two ….YUR roo teen ….which iz how it
shuld bee 💙🐟💚😺‼️happee week a head two ewe all 😺
Thanks for the advice!
This is a lovely written piece, and I can almost understand the cats in a human home, we are same too. But your cats should be sure and know they have a wondeerful human family, we send our love and greetings, Thank you, Love, nia
Thank you! Cats are the same everywhere
Hello Gypsy. I think your mom will be happy to have you as her cat.
Thank you! I hope you’re right
Gypsy, we are glad to meet you…it sounds like things are working out for the good of all. When someKitty goes away – like Kommando did – it means everything gets reshuffled. It sounds like you are adjusting pretty well Being able to take your time helps and having Snoops to share advice and messages is wonderful. Purrs.
Thank you. Nice to meet you too. I do hope Snoops will share some of her tricks for dealing with humans.
Well, Gypsy, you sound like a perfect match for each other!! I sure hope you get the job and let us know how it’s going. And any time you want to dish on your human, well, we won’t tell!!
Ooh, thank you. Humans are a little strange
Welcome Gypsy. Looks like you made a good assessment of the situation and it fits you to a “T” . We will look forward to your progress.
Thank you for your support!
Gypsy i think you would make a perfect cat for your mom! How could she possibly say no! You would both be wonderful for each other. Glad to hear you are settling in so well !
Thank you! really like it here
Mee-yow Gypsy you sound like a purrfect match fore Miss C aka Meowmy…you wuud keepss each other company an can bee supportive. Like mee iss to BellaSita Mum when shee iss havin a RUFF time! All mee pawss are crossed for a suckseesfull match up! ***nose rubss*** BellaDharma an ***blowss kissess*** BellaSita Mu
Thank you! I appreciate the vote of confidence.
You got this Gypsy! Plus you are beeuteefull…that will win Meowmy over fore sure! 😉
Thank you!!
All paws are crossed, Gypsy, you’re made for your mom😸😺Double Pawkisses for all of you🐾😽💞
Thanks for the encouragement!
Glad you found a nice human with a bed. You are such a cutie. You remind me of my angel Joanie. XO
Thank you for the comparison. I did notice that she was a beautiful kitty.