My name used to be “Gray”. 

I was living with a great family but, due to some sad unforeseen circumstances, my family had to give me away. My mom called Diana at St. Croix Animal Friends to find a place for me to live.  Jana, Diana’s cousin, offered to take care of me.

When Jana picked me up, she started calling me Gracie.  Since I am gray and a female, I thought that was pretty clever!  Jana was very nice and kept talking softly to me.  I was so scared.  When she brought me to her house, I hid.  Everything was strange and new. Jana gave me wonderful food, a warm place to curl up to sleep, and a clean litter box of my very own!  She was always talking to me and offering me toys but, still, I was afraid.  It took me three weeks to finally believe I was really safe in my new home.

One day Jana was sitting quietly and looked like she needed some company.  I jumped up on her lap and she smiled. Then I knew . . . I had found a forever home!

I was so relaxed; I fell asleep right then and there. Jana tells everyone I’m her pride and joy.  She really likes it when I play with her.  I wonder if she ever played before I came along.   When she holds me, I purr to let her know how happy I am.  

Thanks, Dee, for bringing Jana to me.  

Love,
Gracie