If you followed my blog at all on my last website, you might remember a furry feline we "adopted" and called Stuart. If not, here's a little backstory. It's been about two years that Stuart has been making the rounds. We first noticed the tabby cat hop over the fence and skittishly scan the backyard of our home. I, being the furry friend lover I am, went out and tried to befriend the cat. Didn't go so well. It took some time, but by about six months later, I was able to leave treats on the steps and Stuart would eat as I sat nearby. The friendlier we became, I was able to give pets and noticed that Stuart should probably be named something like Stuetta. Since then, she's been making her daily rounds to check the cat dish left on the back porch we routinely fill with Meow Mix. With the glass doors leading to the back porch, our indoor cats often feel jealous that Stu gets to be outside. Occasionally, we'll hear patting on the back door and know that she's stopped by for a bite to eat.

Today is one of the days that I worry about Stu. It's springtime in Colorado and we know that the weather changes so quickly. It's been warm, but I always worry that she'll be cold and won't have enough to eat to keep her warm. I should know that she'll be fine though, just as she's been through the past winters and spring storms.

As we approach our date for moving away this summer, I also wonder about the future homeowners that will live here. Will they care for Stu the way we have? What if they have a dog? I must remember that she will be able to take care of herself, just as she has for the past two years after she makes her rounds by our back door.