This is a lovely story. As a veterinarian (and also obscure horror writer) I want to tell you that what veterinary surgeons say about cats is that they're born with 3 legs and a spare. They just tend to do great as tripods. Cheers to her and to you!

Thanks so much, Andy - really appreciated this today.

"In the Air Tonight" - Phil Collins. Vague meaningless lyrics, weird synthy vocals ("I REMEMBAH...!!"), dramatic drums, I hate the whole fucking thing. And somehow it still gets radio play and comes blaring out of loudspeakers at certain sporting events. It's immortal like a cockroach.