I so miss having kitties around the house--over the last 3 years I've lost my Desi baby and my mom has lost both of hers, the last one in August. She won't let me get a new kitten yet but I'm dying to. Meanwhile one of my boyfriend's cats has adopted me and the other loves on me more often now so it helps.
I'm sorry your mom isn't ready. When I enter a house without dogs it seems s strange to me. Granted my house is overwhelming to many. I am glad you have step kitties.

