The kids have been begging for kittens for what seems like forever. We had kittens once a few years ago, and quickly discovered just how protective Rocky was. She hissed at them and chased them every time they came close, so we decided the arrangement just wouldn't work. Since the passing of Rocky, we decided there was really no reason to deny the children their wish for kittens any longer. Uncle Dave always seems to have kittens available, so we headed to his house to pick out a couple to bring home. While we were there, Violet was calling ALL of the kittens "Dave" and she wanted them all. We finally decided on two really sweet and friendly ones and the kids were pleased as punch. Because Violet wanted to name them both Dave, we compromised. Introducing Petie (P.D., short for "Pretty Dave"). . .
. . . and Eldie (L.D., short for "Little Dave").
Violet is obsessed with these kittens, and thankfully, they've been very tolerant (so far).
Just like the Lion King!
The boys have laid claim to "their" cats: Oliver's is Eldie and Calvin's is Petie.
Although Evelyn claims them both.
The kids love playing with them, and just watching them play! They are SO playful with each other!
Russ says these kittens will remain outside barn cats, and I think that's a good plan for now. Maybe someday we'll get another indoor cat, but Rocky will be a very tough act to follow. For now, we will have fun with our new kittens -- Welcome to the family, Eldie and Petie!
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