The Piutus Cat and Nala, the Kitty Who Built With Me

I was going through some old folders today and suddenly found the photos of my very first Rolife wooden 3D puzzle: the Piutus Cat. A couple of friends gave it to me for my birthday because they knew I loved cats more than anything… even though back then I wasn’t as deep into the miniature world as I am now. I had built a few miniature DIY houses before, but it’s so hard to find photos of those early projects.

For this one, though, I did take pictures, probably because it was my first 3D model, it was adorable, and I remember sending progress photos to the friend who gifted it to me. Seeing these again brought back so many memories.

One of the strongest is of my sweet cat, Nala, who always sat beside me whenever I built anything. She developed a very rare illness in cats, Leishmaniasis, which is more common in dogs, and because it’s so unusual in cats, there wasn’t a proper treatment. We tried everything, but eventually she passed away.

Finding these photos has been bittersweet. I miss her every single day, but I’m glad I have this little memory connected to her. This kit will always hold a special place in my heart.

I hope you enjoy the photos… and a little piece of my beautiful Nala, who I loved with all my heart.

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OMG!!! This is so cute; I love it!! :heart::heart::heart::heart::heart::smiling_cat_with_heart_eyes:

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Thank you :smiling_face:

It looks cute

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Omg it’s so cute! It’s the cat that brings luck and fortune! :heart:

I’m sorry about Nala, she looked beautiful in the photos. I’m glad you had such fond memories of her. :pink_heart:

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Oh no…so sorry to hear about the loss of your sweet Nala.

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It’s so perfect that you had your kitty with you while you built. My favorite kitties are super fluffy ones like yours.

I am very sorry to hear that she passed. Pets are like family.

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Thank you, @ThaoNguyen

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Thank you, that’s so sweet. And thank you for your kind words about Nala, she was truly special I was with her since she was born and she was like my spirit animal :face_holding_back_tears:

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Thank you, @Nita_Davis. It still hurts, but remembering her brings me comfort :heart:

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Thank you, really. She was the fluffiest little companion, and you’re right, pets truly are family.

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Awwww Nala was so beautiful :heart_eyes::smiling_face_with_three_hearts: I’m so sorry for your loss of your precious kitty. Your cat model is also really cool! Thanks for sharing!

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Thank you so much. She really was a beautiful kitty and meant the world to me. I miss her every day. I’m glad you liked the little cat model too, it brought back so many memories. :smiling_face:

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Aww that’s definitely a strong connection. :face_holding_back_tears: Her spirit will always live on through you. :heart:

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That is so cute. :smiling_face_with_three_hearts:

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Thank you, @Tricia12

What beautiful pictures . Nala looks so beautiful. Sorry for you’re loss. Our pets become such a big part of our hearts

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Thank you so much, @Jerry_Boswijk. She really was such a special girl. Our pets truly become part of our hearts :yellow_heart:

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Yeah. First thing i do when im home is lay on the couch and my dog comes on top of me and we cuddle, haha

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Awww that’s adorable! There’s nothing better than coming home and getting cuddles from our furry babies. Those little moments are the best.

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