He was a handsome little guy, but those big feet and ears gave a glimpse into the future. Fourteen years later and he is as you usually see him, a big handsome guy, a bit goofy; the only thing he really takes seriously is his comfort. Everything else is open to his interpretation. GRIN!

I love Poppet's expression in that last photo, one of baleful resignation if not utter disdain for the human with the camera who thinks this is all somehow adorable when the business at hand is very very serious indeed.

She was always a serious cat, understandable given she was a small cat who at one time lived as a feral. Later when she became Queen, she ruled firmly, fairly, proactive yet usually with a light hand, and always seriously. She was one of the Great Cats.