This is the story of a cat named Pencil.Abandoned by her former owner, she spent three quiet years in a pet shop — cared for only by the gentle kindness of its keeper.When I learned her story, a friend and I reached out, covered the cost of her care, and brought her home.

For many years, Pencil was my shadow — greeting me at the door, seeing me off when I left. One day, she wandered into the world beyond our home, choosing a path I could not follow. I like to believe she is somewhere safe, still living with joy.