Before her first litter became a fact, Luna spent a few romantic nights with the lovely, beautiful hunk Robii (Ch. Robushka van de Muizenisse) during an all-in stay at luxury resort Daliena's (Tineke Hofma)!!!
This handsome gentleman had been on my wish list for Luna from the time they were still kittens, and I was very happy to learn early on that his owner was in favor of this combination as well.
Thankfully, Robii and Luna were ready for a small intermezzo just before the emigration of Daliena's cattery.
Luna was treated by him like the lady that she is, and per her own request was bred by him on the second day of her visit. This had the intended outcome, Luna got PREGNANT!!!
She expected her litter around the 9th of October 2006, and I was there to welcome her kittens into this world on the exact due date and without any complications. The kittens had beautiful birth weights (105, 91, 91 en 101 grams) and I could almost see them grow. Sheer joy!
Each and every kitten from this litter has become a cat with solid temper, they love to sit on laps and get their cuddles, love to be in the center of attention and purr almost continuously. They live life to the fullest, as royalty should!

 

Alana Yin of Alyona (Yinny)
 The only girl in this litter, her name means "silver light".
Yinny has got her own page now, as she stayed here to reinforce the team. She is a sweet, cheerful little girl, who, like a little girl should, was always a step ahead of her brothers.
She was the first to stand and walk, the first to meow, the first to drink from the water fountain, the first to eat solid food and the first to look proud after she used the litter box the first time (oh, how I love all those "firsts").
She was, and still is, the first to think of mischief too.
And just like her mom, she loves to discuss everything she has thought of with her humans through gentle meows.

 

Artemii Taro of Alyona (Taro)
 Is the first-born Alyona kitten, with his name meaning "healthy first son".
He lived up to that name, for during the entire period with his mom here, he was always the heaviest and most muscular kitten.
Taro had a very relaxed nature and didn't like to tire himself too much; his energy went to his growth, and he wasn't the quickest to develop "skills". The first time I heard him meow, it was his request to please prepare his meal a little quicker! Probably even more than the others, he enjoyed his lap time - because tough kittens need love too!
Taro has his own page here as well, but sadly the reason for this is not a happy one like for Yin’s.

 

Afanasi Ravi of Alyona (Ravi)
Was the second one to see the light and has become a little bright light for his surroundings himself. His name means "everlasting sun" which fits him perfectly!
The name is so fitting because of his never fading sunny mood, bright character and light blue plush coat.
From his first breath, Ravi can purr louder than any of my adult cats can and lets that be known often and happily. He enjoys kisses en cuddles from his humans, grooming by the other cats and meals all equally and will make sure you know. His hints that it's time for one of the above can't be misunderstood either!
He is really attached to his “big brother” Roef and I am very happy that I could let them go to a new home together. They live with a lovely family in Eindhoven, where Ravi likes to be in the center of attention when the kids play.

 

Anatoliy Kalii of Alyona (Roef)
Was born last as "dark sunrise"; with his serene nature and dark coat, the name fits him well.
Of all the kittens in this litter, Kalii reminds me most of his mom. He is a very soft en gentle creature; however, he possesses the courage of a lion at heart.
While here, he loved to be carried around on his back like a baby, and loved being kissed on the tummy.
He never put himself center stage the first months, but was always was where I was, watching silently. Always equally sweet and affectionate - a True Russian Blue!
However, Kalii, now named Roef, turned around completely in his new home. Though still sweet and fond of cuddles, he is now the one to think of mischief and is always happy to involve his partner in crime, Ravi.
 

More pictures of my kittens can be found on my "gallery" page.