Drawing by Sonny

"Mother," said Jane, "This is our good friend Alexander. He used to be a regular cat. But one night Alexander slept with us in the barn. When he woke up in the morning, he had wings! We don't know how it happened."

"It's nice to meet you, Alexander," said Mrs. Jane Tabby.

"It's great to finally meet you, Mrs. Tabby," said Alexander, "I've heard so much about you."

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