Violet Louise and Rube Mae’s adoption story: These two lovelies were found wandering the streets in northwest Indiana where they were dropped off at the county humane society. From there they made their way in a couple of days to the wonderful St. Sophia’s Forgotten Felines in Wheaton, Illinois. It was there my husband and I saw them and immediately fell in love. We actually had gone to adopt another cat we had seen on St. Sophia’s website. That kitty was not anxious to leave St. Sophia’s. As we looked around we saw these tiny twins of grey fluff; tiny even though they were two years old. Our previous cat, Tyger, had died the year before at the age of 22 and our dog of 18 years had just died a few weeks before. Our home did not seem complete with no furry ones about. Named Reeses and Pieces they were ready to cuddle with us. Reeses was quite friendly, inquisitive and ready to play. Her sister just wanted a comfortable lap to snuggle in. We gathered them up, signed the papers and, headed home. There was only one problem, their names. Our son, who lives five hours away, suggested in a phone call, that since they were wearing red and purple collars we call them Ruby and Violet. I added the second names after my aunts because they reflected their personalities. Ruby & Violet have provided hours of fun and love. Violet has gone from six pounds to nine and Ruby from just under six pounds to seven. They feel secure and will greet visitors giving their stamps of approval before wandering off to watch the wildlife outside the patio door. Our home is now complete again.
About St. Sophia’s Forgotten Felines: St. Sophia’s Forgotten Felines is a non-profit foster-based cat rescue in Wheaton, IL. Established in late 2010, St. Sophia’s strives to be the best in temporary care for cats in transition. What does this mean? It means that the cats in our care aren’t intended to stay in our care. Our hope is a home for every adoptable cat — no more homeless cats!