*I nod, and place a paw on her shoulder.* "Well, Miss Ebony, I'm Ray.  I know your having a hard time, we all are.  We've all lost family in this crisis...but we've also gained family.  We're all family here. So, welcome to the family." *I walk to the kitchen, and come back with a small LED flashlight.* "Now, I have to run a test.  Will you let me do that?"