I wish I could get a cat.
I'm very very allergic. Ben is allergic too, we have to be careful visiting friends houses who have cats. I am a cat person at heart, I think they're beautiful and affectionate. I think dogs are wonderful, too, but I can't see myself getting one while the kids are young... They're so high maintenance.
My one turn-off about cats is the smell of the litter box. Ugh. A few of my friends who have cats let them use a box out in a patio or sideyard which I think is a good idea... but this is Florida so the weather permits it. Try to get some good advice about keeping the box clean, and what kind of litter to use. There's nothing worse than walking into your house and having it smell like cat poop. LOL!