My name is Joanne. I do not have allergies. I have a garden. I can sew. I do not have pets.
I have allergies. I have a cat named Goody.
I saw a cat in my garden and I wanted to show you. Oh, that would be great! Are you thinking of adopting the cat? Yes, I was, but the one that I saw had tags so I think it belongs to someone.  I am thinking of going to the shelter for one. That's great! I think you'd really like having a cat around, they're such great pets. What kind of cat would you want to get? I am indifferent to the type of cat, just looking to give one a good home.  If it was a good mouser, that would be an added benefit. If that's the case, maybe an adult cat would be good instead of a kitten. They are less likely to be adopted too so that would be helpful to the shelter.  I would absolutely adopt an adult cat, would actually prefer one.  I am willing to adopt a black one also.  I understand that they are the last to be adopted.   Yes, which is too bad. People can be superstitious about black cats, but it is unfair to them. I think they are beautiful. Do you think you'll get one soon, or are you still thinking about it? I am thinking of going to the shelter this coming weekend.  Do you know what the typical donation to the shelter should be for an adoption? Hmm I'm not sure, it depends on the shelter. If you can, I would try to be generous. The shelters are pretty overwhelmed with all these stray animals. Maybe around $100? That's what I was thinking, about $100.  I know they could use all the help they can get.  I am thinking of also asking if they need help.  Would love to volunteer there when I am not gardening of sewing. That's a great idea! Speaking of that, how is your garden coming along? Will you be selling any product this year?