What a worthy and uplifting read about the simple yet profound ways one person affected the life/livelihood of another (“Happiness arrives on little cat feet,’’ July 24). A cat in need of a home found a home, and a grieving person in need of companionship in the form of a cat found her special friend. All because someone like Amanda went out of her way to put the two together. She didn’t have to and clearly wasn’t expected to, but she did and changed lives for the better of those around her. Thank you for caring enough to notice the significance of this and make the time to share their story. I know it will inspire other people who read the article. What a great photo of Lea and Amanda too!

David Nick Ybarra

West Hollywood, Calif.