Unforgettable Tortie Face

“Oh! Please listen to me! Please notice me! Oh, dear, I’m not sure what went wrong, but, whatever it was, if I need to be sorry, then I am sorry. I am.” My name is Madrid because I have a touch of deep Spanish tradition in my girl cat soul. I am talking to you because I remember that, once, I was loved, and I so want only to be loved again. I sing, “Broken hearted melody, Must you keep reminding me….” I know – that song is much older than I am – but it’s my song until you notice me, fall in love, and take me home. Could you? Would you?

I hear people say, “Madrid, you are beautiful. Your face is the art of the moon and the sun – half tan, half black – well-drawn. You are yin and yang. You are Cat Girl. We love you.” I believe this. I am hopeful that my forever people will see me and believe this, too, and take me home for always. But I am scared, too. What if you don’t come for me? What if someone mean pokes me or grabs my tail or my ears? 

I see the other girls playing. I see Brownie and Baborak chasing the colorful toys, leaping in the air, studying the yarn like prey. They are having fun. I want to be brave enough to join them. They have told me, “Madrid, we were just as scared as you are when we first got here. Believe us, there are good people here and, soon, forever people will come for each of us. We will have good homes and good people and good food and toys!” I believe them. Are you my people? Could I trust you? I would like to.

I would like a quiet home with quiet people and lots and lots of love. Running and jumping and shrieking and all that are rather beyond me. Gentle people, warm corners, warm chairs, and a soft, beautiful tortie girl sitting by, watching from windows. That would be me, Madrid, with the memorable face and a sweet little meow that says, “Listen! It is I! Love me!” How about $100 for my board and room here? Then we go home forever, and my heart and soul will be good as new – maybe even better.

PS: I currently reside at THE ADOPTION CENTER (not in foster care). If you can't stop in but would like to know more about me, please call 651-642-5900, ext.3. Thanks!

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