Jessie's girl

This is my cat, Jessie or, I should say, I am Jessie's human companion. She adopted me in October. I feel like an Academy Award winner – there are so many people I want to thank for making this possible. First, her foster mom who took such good care of her, understood her, helped Jessie blossom in the security of her home, and prepared her to graduate after three years in IAR with her FhD (Forever Home Degree). I'm also grateful to the woman who found Jessie and her three kittens at the Chatham County shelter and brought them into IAR, setting all of this in motion. And to all the foster parents, volunteers, and donors who make IAR the special organization that it is – thank you.
Jessie is such a joy to have around. She is like a new friend you feel as if you've known forever. She perches on the corner of my desk under the front window to watch the neighborhood, especially the birds and squirrels in the trees. She loves to race up and down the carpeted stairs, then hide behind the corner and attack her mouse toys. She helps me with my knitting and likes to curl up on the sofa with me.
Jessie is trying to teach me her language – she has a complex set of vocalizations – and I think I've caught on to the basics (my bowl is empty, scratch my head, turn the water on so I can drink from the faucet). She will patiently train me in the rest, I'm sure. She has quickly learned the language of my household. For example, when the programmable coffee pot makes its noise in the morning, she knows I will soon get up and to expedite this, she comes upstairs and meows to let me know the coffee is ready.
Jessie was listed on the Perfect Pets Promotion page and I have to say I think she is just that – perfect for me. She is wary of people she doesn't know but warm, playful, and loyal to those she trusts. I like to think I'm the same way. I hope other people will give the animals who've had lengthy stays in IAR a chance; the perfect pet could be quietly waiting for you. I am so thankful for the foster parents who keep them safe until the right home is ready for them. I think I can speak for both Jessie and myself in saying we couldn't be happier with the way things turned out and we are indebted to everyone who helped us find our way.