So I wondered how AI would write a cheerful post about our one-eyed cat. Another experiment. Taking a bland AI post and making it mine takes as much time as writing it all yourself. And it still reads like an ad!

Meet Nelson, a spirited and resilient feline who has overcome adversity with grace and charm. This handsome tabby and white cat may only have one eye, but he sees the world with twice the zest and enthusiasm of most cats – and humans.

When Nelson first adopted us, he had unfortunately suffered an injury that required the removal of one of his left eye. From the moment we met Nelson, it was clear he had to help him.

Getting him into the cat basket was a wrestling match where teeth and claws were very much allowed. Once in there however he remained quiet and calm (or maybe frozen). The vet was very special, calming and stroking him so that she could examine him and admit him for his surgeries.

He came home the next day with a collar to stop him scratching his stitches, antibiotics and painkillers. The next two weeks were very trying but we all got through them and now he is free of stitches and collar (and his balls).

Rather than letting his disability slow him down, Nelson seems to have embraced it as part of his unique identity. He struts around our house (not into it yet) with confidence, navigating obstacles with his one eye, exceptional sense of smell and hearing. In fact, although Nelson might seem to have developed even keener instincts since losing an eye. He is lazier than ever!

Whether he’s napping in a sunny windowsill, or greeting us at the door with his signature tiny meow, Nelson exudes an infectious joy. His unwavering appreciation of any affection and loyalty have made him welcome household. Even with just one eye, this special cat seems to see the world with twice the love.

Through Nelson’s resilience, I’ve learned that true beauty lies not in perfection, but in the determination to live that shines through. This one-eyed furry wonder is a daily reminder to approach life with optimism, adaptability and an abundance of purrs. Nelson’s story is a heartwarming testament to the power of perseverance and the immense capacity for love in the feline heart.

It’s also a reminder that all one has to be is…be. Even if one is not a cat.

So we are giving Nelson an extra pat and treat today – this champion deserves to be celebrated for being the truly remarkable Zen cat that he is.