The children eventually chose the name Barley-Patch for the little calico kitten, I think just because it was the only one that nobody had more to say about other than, “Maybe.”
I think she has become and official part of the cat family here on our farm. Look where I found her this weekend…
As for the other name suggestions, Hespa *was* a very good character, in the book “Calico Bush,” which we read together during school this year. I would highly recommend it, either for reading as a family or just for yourself!
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Barley Patch is a fine name for that beautiful kitten.
She looks quite at home snuggled up. Lucky Barley!
Awwww, Barley-Patch is adorable! Love the picture. Nothing like kitten snuggling to make one go all melty.
what a great name. Jayne had a cat that looked just like Barley patch before and her name was Bindi. Have a great day.