My Journey from Cat Hater to Cat Lover

A Strong Dislike

I absolutely loathed cats for most of my life. I avoided them at all costs. I wouldn’t visit have any cats at all and so would not go to friends homes if the had a cat. They made me nervous. Allergies to cats were the cherry on top. I was allergic to cats, so whenever I got close to one kind of cat my eyes would water and if it really clowse a started sneezing. That sneezing was irritating, and it gave me a headache.

Sneaky Behavior

I, too, thought cats were sneaky. They would dash in and out of locations as if they were monsters throughout the dark. There cats would lurk in corners and then jump out when you least expected it. I didn’t like how they acted. I leaned towards dogs because they were loveable and would do come to you when called. Cats, on the other hand, just seemed to live their lives. This bothered me like nothing else and only added to my disliking of them.

The Change Begins

A friend of mine one day invited me over for lunch. She had a cat. At first, I felt nervous. That, I did not want the cat to be near me. But I wanted to try doing it. I had a bit of allergy pill and walk up very slowly toward the cat To my surprise, it seemed like a bit of a pussy. It was quiet and I began petting it, then purring started. A warm feeling in my heart.

Finding Common Ground

Over time, I moped with the cat. I discovered that they could be cute and affectionate. Watching the cat chase toys and flop around always had me laughing. My view on the cats took a turn. They were more than just sneaky little creatures; they could be wonderful friends.

A New Love

Now, I have a cat of my own. I love the times we spend and am so glad I shifted in my thinking. That love comes in the most unanticipated directions. I used to hate cats, they are now my favourite thing in the world. How funny how things can change, huh?