I’d like to introduce you to the best Valentine’s Day surprise I’ve ever had… Kylo Ren!
I met him a couple weeks ago at PetSmart when Sophie and I went to visit her foster mom, who runs the adoption events for Circle of Friends Animal Society at PetSmart on Sundays. He caught my attention because he was rambunctious and full of energy, running around and pestering all of the other cats with his antics. It made me laugh and reminded me of Caster. They seemed like they would be two peas in a pod. I mentioned him in passing to my husband, not because I thought we should get him, just because he came up when I was telling Bobby about my afternoon.On Friday, I went to visit a friend of mine for the weekend. I got home Saturday evening, and my husband told me he had a Valentine’s Day surprise for me, but that I had to find it. I looked around for a few seconds, and then in ran this little guy! I was COMPLETELY shocked and surprised, I didn’t even know what to say! I just kept smiling and laughing and asking Bobby over and over again if it was real.
Bobby had called Sophie’s foster mom on Saturday, and having no idea what the cat’s name was, described him to her to find out where he was and how he could get him. Rebekah told him where to go, Bobby did, and there ya have it – this adorable little guy is ours.We named him Kylo Ren, after the villain from the new Star Wars movie. Kylo Ren was my favorite character in the movie (the villains always are), and he wears all black – very fitting I think! Kylo Ren the cat has settled right in here already, and everyone seems to like him. As when I first met him, he runs around the house and pounces on everyone. It’s adorable. It’s been so long since we had a kitten in the house (Sampson was the last kitten we had) – I forgot what it was like to have that kitten energy running around. So much fun.
I hope you all will enjoy watching this little guy grow up with us. I know I will!
Summer says
What an awesome Valentine’s Day surprise! Kylo Ren sounds like so much fun!
Tamago says
Oh my goodness, nice to meet you, Kylo Ren!
Wow, he is super adorable! He’s got such a beautiful, fluffy coat, and very sweet look on his cute face 🙂 Glad he is already settling in, and everyone seems to like him. It’s gonna be so much fun to see him grow for sure!
The Daily Pip says
He is absolutely beautiful! His fur and eyes are really stunning. Congrats on the new addition. We only have three cats right now, but about five years ago we had six, too.
Also, my CH kitty post is love. I added links to your blog for folks who wanted more information. Here’s the linkhttp://www.thedailypip.com/2016/02/the-specials-adopting-wobbly-cat.html
LP says
He is adorable! Love that little kissable face. Welcome home Kylo Ren! You landed in an absolutely wonderful family. We are going to love watching you grow and hearing all about your antics! 🙂 Lots of love to everyone.
the critters in the cottage xo
Random Felines says
best present ever!! welcome to Kylo – we have NO doubt he will keep you all jumping
Laila and Minchie says
Concats on the new addition! And thank you for adopting a beautiful black panther!
Christy Paws says
What a great story and wonderful surprise. I love that you adopted a black kitty.
Melissa & Mudpie says
You officially have the greatest husband EVER!!! Kylo Ren is absolutely adorable and hit the jackpot with you guys!
BeadedTail says
What a wonderful story and such a handsome little guy! We can’t wait to hear about the antics of Kylo Ren!
Connie says
So… what does Caster think?
Kitty Cat Chronicles says
He kept his distance until last night. They two of them spent a good while chasing each other and wrestling, and Caster showed Kylo Ren his wall climbing move. I think the two of them are going to be great friends for sure!
Brian Frum says
Welcome home handsome little dude!!! Dang, you will soon find out that you hit the jackpot!
Toby & Leia says
Welcome Kylo! May the Furrrce be with all of you.
Fur Everywhere says
He is soooo cute!!! You took really great photos of him. I can’t wait to watch him grow into a mature mancat and hear about all his adventures along the way. I’m glad everyone seems to like him – what a blessing this little guy is!
Pipo/Minko/MrJackFreckles says
Wow! Wat a great bif Valentine surprise! Did he have on a nice big red bow?? Prolly not, MOL!!
Welcome Kylo Ren!! You sure got yourself a great new den!!
Nanük says
Greetings kitteh!
Sammy says
HE IS ADORABLES!!!!! Sending him a high five and a HAPPY GOTCHA DAY……….what a purrrfect Valentine’s present.
Love, Sammy
Raven says
What a fantastic Valentine’s Day gift….for all of you!
Ellen Pilch says
Kylo Ren is adorable. That is the best gift ever 🙂 And your husband sounds like a sweetheart, mine would never get me a cat. I had to fight for every cat I brought in.
The Island Cats says
Aw, Kylo Ren sure is a cutie! And we’re glad to hear he’s making himself right at home and the others are accepting him. We can’t wait to get to know him better.
madi says
Kylo Ren is a most handsome house panther. Looks like he has find his niche and is quite comfy in your home.
Hugs Madi and Mom
Marg says
Oh he is so cute.So glad you husband got him for you. What a great present for both of you. He is so lucky to have found such a good home.
Socks, Scylla, Fenris, Tuiren, YinYang & Chimera (ATCAD) says
Pleased to meet you Kylo Ren, you will have to come over and play with Yin, Yang and Chimera.
Annie says
Kylo Ren is adorable! How wonderful that he has his forever and ever home and a loving home at that! How fun that he’s such a happy guy and gets along with everyone.
Deziz World says
Oh me cats and kittens what a cutey. Mommy sez yous still yung ifin yous enjoyin’ all dat kitty energy. MOL (course we know you are) She sed she kuld barely keep up wiff me and dusn’t wanna have to do ut again. We are so glad he be fittin’ in and it’s goin’ so well. Good luck to yous all.
Luv ya’
Dezi and Lexi
Kristian Taylor says
I Got my lovely wife a cat birthday present and we have never looked back. Now we have 2 wonderful cat Shadow and Frosty! Such a wonderful story
CJ DeOlloqui says
He is adorable!! What an amazing surprise!
prancer pie says
Best Valentine Ever. Paws down!
Noir the Texas Tabby says
What a PURR-FECT Valentine’s present!! Love all around!!
Eastside Cats says
In my dreams, this scenario happens! Maybe someday…
You are so lucky, he’s adorable, and I have a thing for black cats
Rosa @ Cat Lady Confidential says
Best Valentine’s surprise ever! I will love to watch Kylo Ren grow!
da tabbies o trout towne says
kylo…a most happee gotcha day two ewe dood….itz veree nice ta meet ewe….~~~~~~ waves two ewe frum all oh uz in de land oh trout…we noe ewe R gonna LOVEZ yur new home, yur siblings & yur mom & dad…HOORAY !!! happee dancin over heer ♥♥♥
Clooney says
What a beauty Kylo Ren is…and what a fantastic Valentine’s surprise! That is so very special. Hope you all had the most wonderful of Valentine’s Days!
Kitties Blue says
We all love him already. His mouth looks just like Astrid’s. Kittens really are lots of fun, and we hope he and all the other kitties become BFsF. Mom is super jealous that you now have a black panfur. We and mom and dad send lots of love to everyone. Astrid sends a kiss to Sampy for every black cat in the world, past, present and future. XOCK, Lily Olivia, Mauricio, Misty May, Giulietta, Fiona, Astrid, Lisbeth and Calista Jo
Charlie Rascal and Conrad says
What a cutie Kylo Ren is !!
And such a romantic gift from your hubby <3
XOXO
Melissa & Mudpie says
You officially have the greatest husband EVER!!! Kylo Ren is absolutely adorable and hit the jackpot with you guys!
Toby & Leia says
Welcome Kylo! May the Furrrce be with all of you.
Socks, Scylla, Fenris, Tuiren, YinYang & Chimera (ATCAD) says
Pleased to meet you Kylo Ren, you will have to come over and play with Yin, Yang and Chimera.
Melissa & Mudpie says
You officially have the greatest husband EVER!!! Kylo Ren is absolutely adorable and hit the jackpot with you guys!
Toby & Leia says
Welcome Kylo! May the Furrrce be with all of you.
Socks, Scylla, Fenris, Tuiren, YinYang & Chimera (ATCAD) says
Pleased to meet you Kylo Ren, you will have to come over and play with Yin, Yang and Chimera.
Melissa & Mudpie says
You officially have the greatest husband EVER!!! Kylo Ren is absolutely adorable and hit the jackpot with you guys!
Toby & Leia says
Welcome Kylo! May the Furrrce be with all of you.
Socks, Scylla, Fenris, Tuiren, YinYang & Chimera (ATCAD) says
Pleased to meet you Kylo Ren, you will have to come over and play with Yin, Yang and Chimera.
caren gittleman says
OMG!! You KNOW I don’t even know your husband and love him from the selfies that he takes and how he sends you photos at work…and NOW? I LOVE HIM TO THE MOON AND BACK!!
OMG what an incredible man you married!!!!! I LOVE this adoption story….he couldn’t have surprised you any better and Kylo Ren is ADORABLE!!!!! I swear your pets get along well instantly because of the wonderful energy in your home! Couldn’t be happier for you! Welcome Kylo Ren and Kylo could NOT have found a better home! xoxoxo to you and the fur babies and give your fabulous husband an extra hug and kiss!!!!
Tina Barbour says
He is adorable!! And a lucky kitty. A perfect Valentine’s gift indeed. Nearly the same thing happened to me. I was interested in a ginger boy at the county shelter, but my husband thought we had enough. Then he called me at work last Wednesday to suggest that as a Valentine’s gift to each other, we go adopt him. I wrote about our new addition on my blog today. 🙂