A little friend

A stray kitty who has found his home in our front yard and under our next door neighbors' cars, has become Ella's protege, best friend, pet, and soothing balm to her heart after Nataly's leaving. She is very affected by this change and tries to find ways to pour out her love towards others, be it us or creatures like this one. 

She 'trained' the kitty to come eat on our patio, out of a bowl, and play with her. And the cute thing is reciprocating her love and attention to Ella's outmost delight. She named him Toby. Toby is gettting a collar today and a few other treats from the pet store. Toby loves to play with our azalea bushes and gobble his tuna, salmon, and soy. :)