When I asked if you readers had any questions for me, it turned out you had lots! So here is the first in a series. Tillie and Georgia wanted to know who was here first, Binga and Boodie or me, while the Poupounette Gang and Cathy Keisha wanted to know how I came to live here. Those questions are kind of wrapped together so I will deal with them all at the same time.
So… yes to the Chans, I came to live with my human as a kitten, and nope to Cathy Keisha, I was not a rescue. I came from a very small, but excellent Somali breeder from Temecula, California. My human usually doesn’t get breed cats, either as rescues or from breeders (Binga and Boodie are testament to that!), but after the cat before me died, she really wanted a cat who would be hers and hers alone. Binga (who came from a kill shelter) loves all humans equally, even if she hasn’t met them yet, and Boodie likes cats more than humans. So she decided if she found a cat breed with a trait that included bonding with one human, that’s what she would get. She always loved Abyssinians, but when she found out about Somalis — a longer-haired version of an Aby — and read that they generally bonded with one human, she was hooked. Unfortunately, it did not work out the way she thought, because she says I am bonded with her like a 13-year-old is with her mother — shunning her one moment and needy the next! Well, that’s what she gets.
It was months before the breeder had kittens available. My human and her boyfriend came down to visit with us — I had two sisters and a brother. One sister was crazy, the other one was quiet, and my brother bit my human’s boyfriend. I was in between and did not bite anyone, so a couple of weeks later, they came down to Temecula again and got me. I was not happy about this! In fact, I screamed the whole two hours back to Los Angeles. Here I am in the car while the humans were filling up the gas tank, and you can see I am complaining.
And it got even worse when I got to my new “home” — I had these waiting for me, ominously:
That’s right — Binga and Boodie were here before me. In fact, Binga knew the cat before me. They were not pals either.
I was quite intimidated by both of them at first!
Binga especially seemed to have it out for me. But I spent most of my time in my human’s home office… which is how I learned it was actually my office!
Boodie was pretty easy to win over, since she is more of a cat’s cat.
Binga was more difficult, but some playtime helped.
But it was not long before I took over!
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Oh Sparkle, you were such a cute kitten too!
Purrs
Oh, I was soooo off base! I thought your mom and her beau had separate houses to begin w/ and separate kitties. I thought Binga and Boodie came with him, and you came w/ her and that was why you and Binga had a few issues in the newly merged household. I also figured Boodie was a fella rather than a lady–she is very beautiful but the name through me off. Thanks for clearing all that up!
That’s a great story! “I was in between and did not bite anyone” made me laugh out loud.
What a beautiful kitten you were, Sparkle, and a gorgeous grown up.
Fun to read your history with Binga and Boodie. I see that tortie temperament at the shelter more often than not…
Miss Sparkle! 🙄
Mum is going ALL SOPPY at the cute baby pics. RILLY!!! Some of us are bloggers learning the ropes and we learn that baby pictures sells?? * sigh * OK OK You win!
* giggle *
This is the best post ever ( well that’s what Mum says) 😆
oh Sparkle, The Human and I LOVED reading about your childhood!! Boodie looks like a furry nice mother-figure, but for the first time I can see that Binga can be a little skeery, ha ha ha! You were a really adorable kitten XOXOXOXOX (I loved your five things yesterday too–the Human is not being very cooperative about helping me visit these days….)
Ha,ha! That car ride should have been a warning, yes? You were so cute as a wee one! Our mom got MMM after teasing The Girl about how she would replace her with a meezer after she moved out. See if she ever jokes about something like that again!
We could have sworn we left you a comment but it disappeared! We were just saying that we also wondered about your “Gotcha” story and enjoyed seeing pictures of you as a kitten. It didn’t take you too long to take over as the Queen of the house, did it?
Truffle and Brulee
Thank you for sharing your story! We love to read about how kitties came to live with their humans: both rescues and from reputable breeders! We think everyone must know our story because it’s been shared since Mom Paula picked us out. You are definitely in charge in your house now, aren’t you?
Thanks for sharing your beginnings with us, Sparkle. You sure were a cute kit. We liked how you yelled at the humans when they stopped for gas. 🙂
oh Sparkle!! I loved reading about how you came to live with your human!!!!! I never knew any of this! What fun!
Whoa! Thanks for answering my question first! I’m humbled. You were the cutest kitten ever!! Of course, we never actually SAW me as a kitteh. Heh heh. Love that pic in the car.
Sparkle, it’s exciting to get to know you better! We don’t know anyone with that much hair, except our human. We were the youngest too, even our mom–EVERYONE came before we did. We think the world began when Cookie was born, though.
this is a superb post about how and where you came from Sparkle. from a kitten one can tell you are bound for greatness with those looks.
Sparkle, how lucky you are to have your own blog when you were the latecomer to the party. You were an exceptionally cute kitten who turned into a lovely lady-cat. We are stunned that your humans went to pick you up for the car ride to your new home without a carrier. Two very brave souls! We look forward to reading more answers to your fans’ questions. Purrs and hugs, Lily Olivia, Mauricio, Misty May, Giulietta, Fiona, Astrid, Lisbeth and Calista Josette
I actually did have a cat carrier (in fact, the breeder gave us one which I still have) — my human took me out and put me on the seat to take photos. In or out of the carrier, I was not happy with that long car trip!
Sparkle, it looks to me that it didn’t take you long at all to assert your supreme authority!! And you did look cute 😉
Oh you were so cute as kitten! It must have been very overwhelming to have two big kitties in the new home – but glad you got along well with each other 🙂 Playtime always helps to bond, I think!
we loved that story!!! 🙂
Sparkle it’s so hard to readjust but I think you made out really well and you have a great home and YOU’RE an internet sensation. Wowza!!
That is a great story Sparkle..You look so cute crying in the car..although you were very upset at the time..All 6 of us get upset when we have to ride in the car to the Vet Doctor..We cry all the way to there and back..I want to hear how you took over the office and started your blog..Give me some tips so maybe I can take over my human beans office too..Good thing that they all realized that you were born to be in charge! 😀
I forgot to tell you..my Aunt Susie the Tortie picks on me sometimes too..I don’t know what it is about them Torties..She gets more scoldings than anyone here!!
Sparkle you were a most adorable kitten! No wonder you are such a beautiful cat. Thank you for sharing your story
Oh what a sweet baby you were!
Awww, Sparkle you were the cutest baby ever!!…We enjoyed reading about how you found your Mommy and are glad you found such a wonderful forever home to rule, sweetie!!…Happy Tuesday, darling friends…kisses…Calle Halle, Sukki
You were such a cute baby Sparkle! We enjoyed learning how you became a part of your furever home!
What cute kitten pics!
I’d love to hear how you managed to take over, and have your own blog and everything if the others were there first. Not that you don’t deserve to be top cat in your house, because you certainly do!
thiz iza grate storee sparkle; N sorree ya dinna have any flounder ore mackerull handee at de time ta offer two binga….ewe noe what they say bout meetin new kittehz N fish….. 😀
oh Sparkle, you were such a beautiful kitten. No wonder you grew up to be such a beauty! That must have been quite the adventure for you, leaving your comfortable home to a new home with 2 other kitties. We admire your bravery so much!
9, Chani and Sheamus Popoki
Wow, Sparkle. You are so wise I never thought of you as being a kitten – ever. Such a cutey! (Of course, you still are.)
Oh, Sparkle…you were a cutie as a kitten!
I didn’t realize that Boodie and Binga were there first! Good thing you set them straight on who’s in charge.
This was very fun to read! We love your Q&A idea.
: ) Katie & Glogirly
Oh Sparkle….that’s quite a beginning for you! I’m sure you weren’t too crazy about meeting the “OTHERS” at your new home but as you said – it just took some time and effort and soon you were running the show! Atta girl! You sure were a tiny little thing and you’re STILL a tiny girl – or should I say “delicately feminine” ??? You’re such a beautiful girl and I’m very happy you have your forever home…..
Kitty Hugs, Sammy
Sparkle I also wondered about a few things and when I saw several other kitties had the same questions I waited for you to answer them. It was fun learning more about Binga and Boodie who are both gorgeous!
YOu deserve the office. I’m glad that you claimed it.
Sparkle you are adorable. So glad to hear how you go your forever home.
I meant got.
Great stuff, Sparkle, and MomKatt & I loved LOVED the pictures! Boodie seems really cool & laid back. But you were “Da Boss” even then! MOL!
PURRZ!
Selina
Great post Sparkle and what a cutie pie you were as a kitteh!! and of course a cat. Even as a wee one you let the seniors know you were there to stay
hugs madi your bFFF
Sparkle, we laughed at the photo of you in the car, on the way home. Such cattitude at a young age. That third pic, though, of you huddled against the wall, tugs at our human’s heart. Poor baby! Of course, that was long ago now. 🙂
Oh, how adorable you were as a kitten tot, Miss S. And how quickly you ended up ruling the house.
Oh, Sparkle, look how tiny you were back then. Too darn cute! Still too darn cute!
We love this! Such a great story and adorable photos!
I sure loved seeing the itty bitty you!!!
Oh Sparkle, we loved that story. You were too cute screaming on the way home. Glad you got Bodie and Binga under control now. We think you have a wonderful home and a great Mom.Take care.
Hi Sparkle!
Thank you for sharing with us. You were such a cute little kitten! We are glad you got used to your new home and the other kitties 🙂
Sparkle, we are glad your human got you, but sorry you couldn’t be an only cat for a while. You sure were a cute kitten!
I was removed from my first home too and didn’t like it either at first. I hissed and growled at my human all the time. I was stuck in one little room all day for a couple weeks so Spunky Doodle and I could get used to each other gradually. I am happy now though and Spunky is my pal now. She was very nice about teaching me the ropes and giving me a tour of the house once I was let out of that room.
Thank you, Sparkle, for answering our question! We really loved the early photos.
#1 experienced that amazing bond with Ikkyu, her first Aby who shared her life for 15 years. Ikkyu loved her and her alone, and no-one else could even get close to him. With her, however, he was the most loving cat ever.
As for us, Sei-Chan is pretty shy but we love people and our visitors are often surprised at how we all come over to meet them and enjoy cuddles.
Purrs,
The Chans
You were so cute! How could Binga not grow to love you! Have a good Tuna Tuesday!
Loved the story! Shows why it is good not to bite potential Beins…
Thanks for answering our question Sparkle. You were a cute kitten and you are lovely now.
It is nice to know Boodie is a cat lover.She is pretty.
Binga is a Tortie,we understand that.She is cute though 😉
We loved all the baby pics 🙂
Purrs Tillie and Georgia,
Treasure,Tiger,JJ and Julie
What a cute kitten you were Sparkle – it must have been quite scary being in a strange place with two cats who were already living there.
Luv Hannah and Lucy xx xx