In Lincoln, Nebraska, Rose Hunter, an avid plant lover, usually frequented her local Campbell's Nursery. However, one sunny summer day, she decided to visit the other branch of the nursery on a whim. Little did she know, this simple change of plans would lead to an incredible twist of fate.
As Rose walked through the nursery's parking lot, something unusual caught her eye. Initially, it appeared to be just another oil stain on the pavement, something easily overlooked. But a curious instinct led her to take a closer look. To her amazement, this seemingly unremarkable spot turned out to be a tiny, fuzzy creature, no more than five days old. Can you believe it? It was a kitten!
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Source: Lincoln's Symphony Orchestra
Rose was surprised and started to show concern for this helpless little kitten. How did such a tiny creature end up here? Despite her curiosity, one thing was clear—she had to help.
With determination, Rose gently picked up the tiny kitten and placed it in her car for safety. Her heart raced as she thought about her next steps. What should she do now?
“I felt very exhilarated,” Hunter said. “Suddenly my heart rate jumped up as I realized that I needed to do something — but what?”
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Source: Lincoln's Symphony Orchestra
The following day, Rose returned to the spot where she discovered the kitten, placing it in a box in the hope that its mother might return. Regrettably, no mother cat appeared. Nevertheless, the little kitten was now safe in Rose's care.
Determined to find a loving home for the orphaned kitten, Rose turned to social media, sharing her story with friends and acquaintances. Luckily, she could reconnect with an old friend who knew of a potential foster mom nearby. This generous mother cat had recently given birth to her own kittens and was still nursing. Remarkably, she welcomed the tiny stray into her family, caring for him as if he were her own.
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Seeing the orphaned kitten bond with his new foster mother brought tears of joy to everyone. This loving cat's mom willingly nurtured him, despite him not being her biological offspring.
The kitten enjoyed six weeks of growing up with his foster mom and four furry foster siblings. When he reached the right age, he was ready to go home with Rose. There was never any doubt in her mind that she would adopt him.
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“There was no question about it,” Hunter said. “Honestly, within a minute after discovering him, I was like, ‘Okay, so your name is obviously going to be Campbell.’”
Today, he is so happy in his new home, surrounded by love and playfulness. He now lives in a house full of toys, practicing his pouncing skills and showcasing his playful, silly, and expressive facial expressions. Rose couldn't be happier with her newfound furry companion, a little bundle of joy who always keeps a smile on her face. And Campbell, once a tiny, abandoned soul, now fills her life with boundless happiness and warmth.
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