I posted a story about my "big cat," Morgan (who is feeling much better). My "little cat," Lyra is the one causing me heartache now. Despite my attempts at keeping her indoors, she's been running out almost every day. Several times, she has returned with various "gifts." I got her a bell, but that doesn't seem to help. Here's one reason why: (she got up there by crawling up the wall and then THROUGH the house!)
I have buried several creatures, all of whom I've named: Rosy Bird, Teddy Bear, Sunshine, Gift...On a positive note, there have been a few survivors. I display them here for the ones who didn't survive:
Pheonix was an amazing case. A Yellow-Rumped Warbler who played dead and then flew from the ashes:
Shoelaces:
(again, animated by Nageva)