It is the cycle of life...and can be very painful to watch. Maybe the neighbor saw an attack? I know my grandmother, in W. Va., used to bring me to the window to watch two little chipmunks. It brought her great joy. I can imagine what she'd feel if she saw them attacked.

I had two outside cats once...all before and after were and have been inside cats. They used to bring home ground moles every day almost for a while and my neighbors loved them. One came and asked if they could have one of my cats! LOL. So that's one neighbor on the opposite side of the spectrum, I guess.

I get upset because alot of people around here HATE cats. I won't say some of the stories I've been told. They've complained to me about the two I had...getting in their garden, walking across their new truck, trash, etc. There were many strays though and that's why I had to bring those two in actually. I was worried about disease.

I don't think we're going to please everyone, Patty, when we own outside cats because many don't like them. I also understand the difficult decision you have...bringing them inside. It was very difficult for me to do. They acted out big time, but one thing about cats? They're amazing at adjusting. They'll adjust...especially if you work them into it, I think. They should, still though, if you don't.

I wish you well. I know you're in a rough spot here. If nothing else, bide your time...fall, then winter, will be around soon enough.

KD