What's Wrong Whiskers?

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The tiny black and white kitten cried in the velvet night. She missed her mama and her brothers and sisters. The stars shone bright and the breeze played a gentle lullaby, but still she cried.

When the sun peeked up above it's watery nest, Grandma Jean and Aunt Julie heard her call. They searched and searched. The day passed...

When the sun rested and dusk gave way to darkness, Grandma Jean and Aunt Julie lit the way to the ivy-hiding place. First they spied the shimmering green eyes and then the wispy gold and white whiskers.

They worked hard to coax the kitten from her secret place, but at last here she was in the warm friendly kitchen. The refrigerator purred. A perfect place to hide.

When Aunt Julie went home and Grandma Jean and Whiskers were alone, they played.

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