Ripley is a Christmas gift to myself. I adopted her on December 19, 2003. She's the sweetest, most affectionate cat I've ever known, and she's famous for giving everyone (including the vet staff) headbutts. She loves to talk, and it's amazing how well we understand each other! Some people think Ripley's a lucky cat to be adopted, but I think I'm the lucky one to have such a wonderful pet and companion.