In just a couple of days Avery was climbing the cat tree with his prey in his mouth. 
Of all our cats he's the only one who had to actually survive by catching real mice. 
(Yes, this one's just cotton)  (August 2002)

Avery in October 2002

Now it's December 2003..which one is little Avery?
(Hint: he's not the smallest anymore!)

Once again the rule about not getting up on the table is ignored! 
L to R- Avery, Dakota, Nicki, and Gracie
(October 2003)

Avery has grown into a handsome and very affectionate young man!
(November 2003)