Esmarelda

Species
Cat

My pet was
adopted (usually from a shelter or rescue)

From what organization or individual was your pet adopted/rescued/purchased
Oregon Outback Humane Society

How does this photo represent the theme – Life is Better Together?
This photo was about one month after Ezzie was taken in. She was recuperating from being abandoned after her owner died and then being caught in the middle of winter in a shed without food or water for a month. Her life was for sure better when we ended up together but mine was the one that improved the greatest. I could see in those emerald eyes to her soul. She did not trust us at fist but over time she came around. Now she is the first to jump on your lap or want to cuddle. A true beauty inside and out, she taught us the power of love and patience and acceptance.