Mama cat rescued by a mama hooman for a furrever home, but struggles with snuggles until three years later: 'It was a big milestone.'

What a beautiful moment it is when a cat realizes "I am not in the streets anymore. I am not in the shelter anymore. I am in a home, and this home is my home too. I have a home." This heartwarming moment of realization a cat experiences is one of the most wholesome meowing moments a person can witness. When a cat that used to live a difficult life realizes they don't need to struggle to live anymore, they become a soft snuggling purring machine. When a cat feels confident and safe, they'll come to their hoomans for snuggles and cuddles - but it can take time.

One very patient hooman waited for three years before the cat she rescued finally realized that letting go, trusting, and snuggling with her hooman is a safe space to enjoy and nap. It's an amazing moment, and luckily for this hearty hooman, she had her phone with her to document the first time her rescued cat came for some snuggle time in her arms. What a magnificent moment it was. Can you imagine that? You're so excited but must make no sound or any sudden movements, because you don't dare risk ruining this moment.

This woman shared that wholesome moment with her terrific tortie cat with the online feline family and caused so many hearts to melt. This wholesome moment sparked an adorable discussion of growing confidence in cats like that, and other people who shared similar experiences. We recommend grabbing your cat and cuddling with them before reading through, because this is so sweet you'll want to go and grab your cat for cuddles anyway.

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