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More than 10 years ago, my daughter and I noticed a very small thin cat in our yard. Feral and frightened, she wouldn't let us near to feed her, let alone pet her. One of her ears was misshapen, and it soon became apparent she was pregnant.

We wanted to help her, afraid she would end up a fatality in the busy road nearby. Realizing it would take time and patience, we put food and water at the end of our drive daily, watching from a distance while she warily ate. We gradually shortened the distance between us and spoke softly to her.

Winter approaching, we fixed a sheltered box in our carport. Each day when we'd go outside, she hurried from the box to eat at the end of the drive.

Finally, our efforts paid off and we were able to pet her, though not pick her up. She gave birth to five kittens in the sheltered box and did not mind if we sat quietly watching her nurse her babies.

It was getting colder, and neighborhood cats started hanging around. Afraid for their safety, we decided on a drastic move. Scooping up kittens in each hand, we took them indoors. Mama must have known we were trying to help and surprisingly allowed me to scoop her into my arms and take her to her babies.

Finally we could give them the care needed and found homes for the kittens, except two, which we kept along with Mama. We are so happy we were able to meet and rescue Mama Meow!

Story submitted by L. Peck from Salt Lake City, Utah.

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