So here are some real and cartoon black cats who have crossed my path lately. Of course, the most important black cat in my life is the one who rules the roost at our house, and has both Hubby and me wrapped around her furry paw. The Lady Kikyo.

She is 15 years old now, and here are some photos of her when she completed our family in 2010.

Down the years…

And, may she rest in peace, here’s the black who I had before Kikyo. Her name was Milhaud, which is pronounced Mee-yo, named after a French composer. She was 18 years old when she died, and had been with me for 17 of those years. She enabled me to survive the worst few years in my life.

My very favorite cartoon kitty.

Jiji is the sidekick of young witch Kiki, from the anime movie Kiki’s Delivery Service. He is hilarious!

More cute cartoon cats.

Next, here’s one of my favorite internet cats. He is Rolf, the University of Warwick (England) Campus Cat. He posts on X every day, documenting his excursions around campus to greet students and faculty.

I hope this is a sufficient appreciation of black cats, who always bring good luck.