She was a special cat. She was a tiny kitten crossing a country road far from any houses. We thought she was a rat at first. We stopped the car and I tried to find her. She was in a thicket hissing at me. She was always full of spunk. I didn't want another cat. I said we'd find her a home. But she quickly burrowed her way into my heart.

She was very vocal and affectionate. She was playful and loved to sneak up on you. She was just to curious and adventurous for her own good. We knew she'd get herself into trouble eventually but never dreamed it would be so soon.

When you open your heart, you are opening yourself up to being loved but also pain. Its bittersweet but worth it. Rest in peace Lucy. I miss that little girl.