Ricky found the perfect spot to get away from Ondine, up on top of the wardrobe in Kate's old car-seat. He could see everything from there. Here he is about 8 months old.

Here's Ricky enjoying some July winter sun on top of the spa. 10 months old.

He loved sleeping in the cat tunnel on a cold day, with a toy stolen from Kate's bed. He's a bit of a thief. So if anything goes missing, it's usually in the tunnel. I have found missing socks in there, a roll of sellotape, and even a bra!

Ricky is a very outdoorsy type, loves to sleep under a bush in the garden all day, only stirring to catch the odd little lizard, which he then hides under the kitchen mat. I often manage to rescue them and let them go outside, much to his disappointment. He's also a great cockroach catcher, but brings them inside too, which I wish he didn't. We have a smooch session every night, at his discretion though. He hates to be picked up and kissed when I want to, but when he wants a cuddle, he is the biggest smoocher of all time! Hope you've enjoyed hearing about him.

Regards

Rocky was adopted on 24/4/07 after 6 months in foster care.