Legend tells us of a story of the Emperor of Siam who was given two gorgeous vases made by a local potter. So beautiful were they and quite worried that they would be stolen, the Emperor demanded of his two cats to sit guard and protect them. These cats, having love for the Emperor and understanding his love for these vases, intently stared at these pots for so long, that their eyes became crossed. They, determined to prevent the theft of these vases, curled their tails around the neck of the pots and never moved. To this day, that is why the eyes of the Siamese cat are crossed and his tail curled.

Our Siamese, Ashby, came to us in a trade of one of Rick’s bean pots, a pair of earrings and a pin, jewelry made by Gariné.

Our Burmese, Cumberland, simply jumped onto Rick’s back and came home with us.

Our golden cat, AU, gave Gariné a kiss, the first time he saw her, and it was love at first sight.

Don’t let their friendly natures fool you, they daily practice the martial arts and Ashby can tolerate the hot lid of a pottery kiln.
Burglars be warned!