In the fall of 2008, my sister and I adopted a kitten for our birthdays. Her shelter name was Josie but we called her JoJo. Little did we know that soon after, our lives would take quite a few turns.
Within the next few years, our family experienced financial hardship and some very bad luck. We moved from house to house, getting evicted from each one, our parents split up, and our mother was in a car accident that injured her neck. We lost a lot during that time, personal possessions as well as pets, whether they died or we just couldn't care for them anymore.
But through it all, JoJo has stayed with us. She continues to provide laughter and love in our lives. Even though we live apart now, my family and I bond whenever we come together and play with her. She also seems to know when someone is upset, and comes over to let us hug her and feel better. We couldn't have gotten through those hard years without her, and I know she'll always be there for us.
Santa Rosa, CA
