Happy Trails, Dear Tillie!

We've met so many kittens now, I can see patterns in personality. The dark tabby girl kitten is always filled with a fiery spirit, fierce determination, and they are always so smart and focused.  She does everything at 100% -- love, play, nap -- she's always all-in. I remember noticing it in Penny, from our very first litter,  and it's certainly who Miss Tillie Huddleston is!

Katie, who I know through the Tacoma art world, had been looking for a kitten to add to her family of four.  Though everyone was excited about the idea of this new addition, Hannah, her daughter, was most thrilled.  This kitten was Hannah's dream.

Katie and the kids came by to pick their Huddleson and that little firecracker, Tillie, caught their eye.

Tillie would be the very first for the family, so while we waited for Miss Tillie to get bigger, they prepared for her arrival.  They did lots of kitten-proofing. Legos were picked up and put away. Supplies were purchased. Tillie would be sleeping in Hanah's room, so she had to get ready for her new roommate.

Finally, the day came, and Tillie joined their family.

Kaite reports that they absolutely love their girl and her spunk.

Congrats on finding a wonderful family to love and embrace your fiery spirit, dear Tillie!  We wish you a long, happy together!


 

Big Love for These Little Tabbies

They're not all gone yet, but the Huddleston population has been dwindling over the past few days.  Before they started trickling out the door,  they all lined up and sat still for their final family portraits.

From left to right: Lovey, Beau, Hurley, Tillie and Spencer.

Aren't they just breathtaking creatures?  Everyone is a little different, but all are equally spectacular. And they are as dear and sweet as they are beautiful.

Their expressions say "I would like to love and be loved by you," don't they?  That's truly what they are all about.

I've always had a deep fondness for the tabbies, but after spending time with this crew, I think it might be even a little deeper now.  

What a special set. Their adopting families are the luckiest people alive.

Kittens in the Kitchen

Thanks to all who helped spread the word about Hurley. In case you missed the update yesterday afternoon, he did find his family, so all is well! Hooray for Hurley!

Gosh, They've Grown!

Lovey climbed up to the tower first. Soon all of the others joined her, so we had an impromptu family portrait session.

Look at those grown-up babies!

The End is Near!

We've been waiting for Miss Tillie to roll past the two-pound mark and finally, she did!  Spencer was taking his time, too, but made weight last weekend.  Now that everyone is big enough, they're all on the surgery schedule so these Huddleston days will be ending soon.

I know it's too soon for us, but it's not soon enough for their adopters!  They can't wait for their babies!