****WARNING – Some images may be too cute for some audiences****
There won’t be the usual ceremony, no caps and gowns, no long inspiring speeches about the future. You don’t need to bring flowers or a balloon. But the kittens have grown and it’s time they move on to the next phase in their lives.
It’s bittersweet knowing that I may be forgotten, that the lessons I’ve taught them may be ignored. I will no longer have little ones who are blissfully excited every time I open the door. Okay, so they’re just kittens, and I’m not even a cat person, but it does cause me to reflect on other transitions, other graduations.
My nephew was the first, graduating two years ago now. My niece will be next as she finishes high school next year. My kids will soon follow and it has me wondering what our relationships will be like when they no longer need me quite so much.
But let’s get on with it. You’re here to see kittens, not listen to me lament about the passing of time as my kids grow up before my eyes. I promised you no long speeches.
It has been quite the experience to have so many kittens for so long. In the beginning they were required to be isolated from our household, this ensures they don’t pass any diseases onto our cat. Those early days they spent a lot of time in a cage as we got to know them and they got familiar with us.
Being set free from the cage and instead confined to one of the bedrooms, I have been greeted each morning by them swarming around my feet. Whether they’re happiest for the company or the breakfast they know I’ll bring is hard to tell.
Gradually they have been allowed more freedom in the house, at times seemingly taking over every available surface.
They have become playful and cute, and I can enjoy them a lot more now that they have stopped climbing the curtains and regularly use the litter box.
My cat has now accepted them as part of the household and so may miss them more than I will, since he doesn’t have to clean their litter box.
Our other resident, a hamster, isn’t quite sure what to make of these guests but remains somewhat curious.
It is with a mixture of sadness and utter relief that I say goodbye to these little monsters. It has been a lot of work, more than I expected, but worth it in the end. Please join me in wishing them well on their next adventure!
This post is in response to the daily writing prompt Ceremony
Oh, they’re gorgeous. I’m not surprised that you’re a little sad to see them move on.
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A week ago when they were climbing the curtains (literally) I was much more ready. 😁
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Kids grow up and move on into their world of responsibilities, moms drop a tear and say bye, come back when you can. They are kids too. Cute yes, funny yes,
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awwww! I hope they’ll all find new and wonderful forever homes! xo
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I hope they do too! 😊
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So cute!
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Dee, you know I used to visit your blig just to catch a glimpse of these cute kittens. With them gone, I wonder if your blog will be worth a visit. 😑😑😑
See, gotcha!!!😂😂
Congratulations on their graduation. 😉😉
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Lol guess I’ll have to get more kittens. 😂 I fostered puppies once too…they were ADORABLE. Totally post worthy 😁
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Awww! Puppies are even more adorable. 😊
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Wow, you were not playing. You sure have an army of kittens at your house. They are cute when they are that small. It’s when they get bigger, I stay away! Congratulations on their graduation!
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Lol I’m really not a cat person….I prefer dogs…but it will be sad to ship them off to the great unknown after having them for some long
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I could imagine. A bond has already formed.
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Awesome clicks. Loved this post a lot.
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😊 thanks! They were adorable (most of the time).
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Reblogged this on CrapPile and commented:
Since I’m too tired and worn out from stuff to write today, here’s a post about kitties!
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Lol who doesn’t love kittens??? (Except maybe the person constantly cleaning up after them….). Thanks for sharing! 🤣
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Cuteness overload!!!!!!!!!!!!! 😀
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🤣 I know!!! They were adorable!!
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Omggggg! Those kittens are too cute. I miss having a cat. I am wanting to get another cat soon. I definitely want a female though! 😁😻
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