Reading your reply reminded me of two points in my life; finding myself broke and destitute in foreign lands. Once in Morocco and another time in India. Being a younger man it may have been easier for me to get back on my feet; yet the fear and isolation of those times is still haunting to me. Your reply rekindled those feelings and gives me great empathy of your plight.
Are your cats now able to travel?
Yes, dear, they are also eager to leave. I told them that things will get better if we just get once more on saner grounds, or I should say: warmer grounds...
Felix (Grey and White) and Oscar - my life preservers