In the long river of time, there are always some special presences that can light up our lives like bright stars. For me, Dora, this lovely cat, is that most dazzling star, accompanying me through countless unforgettable days and weaving heart – warming stories.
On November 9, 2019, I accidentally found the cat – shaped hairpin that Dora “gave” me. At that moment, it seemed like a sweet little surprise given by life, making me feel the unique tacit understanding between her and me. And on the somewhat gloomy night of November 17, under the influence of alcohol, the depression in my heart surged like a torrential tide, submerging me. Facing the inner struggle, I had thousands of words to pour out but chose to remain silent out of consideration for others. However, when I opened the door, Dora’s cheerful “meow” instantly pierced through the haze. She rushed towards me eagerly. At that moment, all my toughness collapsed in an instant, and I couldn’t help crying loudly. In my weakest moment, her company gave me endless comfort. She would hug my leg, as if telling me, “Don’t be afraid, I’m here.” She brought me the remaining cat treats and her beloved toys, expressing her love for me in her unique way. Under her comfort, I gradually calmed down and fell asleep with her, as if all the troubles had disappeared.
With the arrival of winter, Dora became darker and darker, like a furry little black ball, extremely cute. On December 17, even with the illumination of light, it couldn’t change her “fuzzy – looking” appearance. This unique change also added a lot of fun to our lives. On December 25, Dora celebrated her first birthday. She successfully “evolved” from a cute kitten into a rounder “Dora – ball”, but her super – clingy character remained unchanged. When coming out of the bedroom, she was eager to play together, jumping onto me with “meow – meow” sounds. If I didn’t pay attention to her for a while, she would jump onto the semi – circular corner cabinet at the entrance by herself, looking at me eagerly until I noticed her, and then she would happily lie on me and act coquettishly. Such scenes are staged every day and have become the warmest routine in my life.
On January 1, 2020, the new year arrived as scheduled, and time passed like a flash. In a blink of an eye, Dora had been with me for almost a year. Although I was not at home on New Year’s Day, I was relieved to learn that my mother fed her canned food every day. Imagining her waiting for me to come home on the rounded – corner cabinet at the door, even falling asleep, my heart was filled with both heartache and touch. I couldn’t wait to go back and steam delicious breast meat for her to make up for the time I couldn’t accompany her. On January 4, that warm conversation with Dora, “Dora? Dora?” “Hmm~Woo~” “Do you like me?” “Yes, I do,” was a simple exchange but full of endless love, becoming the most precious fragment in my memory.
Time flew by, and on August 7, 2022, I shared Dora’s recent situation with everyone again. At this time, even though she had grown up to be a “big kid”, she still loved to sleep on the bedside. Her familiar purring sound was still the best lullaby I had ever heard, accompanying me to sleep every night. On August 21, the “side – effect” of running the air – conditioner for a long time in summer became apparent. Dora became even darker, so much so that I often confused her front face with the back of her head. This interesting change made me laugh. On August 29, the moment I stretched and turned around, I saw her following closely. My heart was filled with touch. Whether I went out or was at home, she never left my side. It seemed that there was only me in her world. I was extremely grateful. Thank you, this little black – faced and “coal – digging” cat, for accompanying me with all your love, making my life full of warmth and joy.
In the days spent with Dora, every moment is as precious as a pearl. She is not only my pet but also my close friend in life and the comfort of my soul. Those times spent together, with laughter, tears, warmth, and touch, together form the most beautiful chapter in my life. I deeply understand that this bond with Dora will continue in the long river of time and become a precious treasure in my life.
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