“Hi, I’m Annika! I’m cute. I’m friendly. I’m, as they say, active. I think I’m exquisite. I have very white whiskers on my very black head. My eyebrow whiskers stand straight up and out, rather like a butterfly’s antenna. I’m sorry I fell on your head; I guess I was thinking that I’m a butterfly. I guess I’m not.”

“I’m a hearty girl cat with lots of enthusiasm. I chase toys. I chased the boy cats who were sharing my suite. They pleaded with people to adopt them and succeeded. It’s time for Annika to do a little beggin of her own. Believe me, Feline Rescue is a great place to be, especially when one has been at animal control. Scary experience – seems exquisite cat women can’t go out walking the streets alone. I’d like to ask someone why not. How about you adopt me and explain it?”

“Oh, am I rattling on? Could we play some cat games? Toss me a toy – I will leap up and catch it. See? I didn’t fall in the food bowl – or on you. I am a graceful, if perky, woman and not very old – maybe a year, maybe less. If you’ve got an art deco place, I’d blend in well with my black and white. On the other hand, I can’t think of any place where I wouldn’t blend in well. I am the exquisite cat who completes all decor, all scenes, all rooms.”

“I’ve decided to sit in your lap – a good place to sit when there are guy cats in here thinking mischief. I don’t think mischief; I just do some every now and then. How about some cat treats? Special yummies for Annika who is a special cat. How about a forever home? A special home for sweet butterfly Annika. $120 covers my room and board. I will spice up your life!”