One Can Never Have Too Many Mousies!

My Girlfriend, Chloe Needs Your Purrayers!

Just monents ago, my meowmy received the sad news that my beautiful earth girlfriend, *CHLOE * is in kidney failure and is taking lots of fluids and meds. We never thought that she would become ill with kidney failure as it's her heart that we're all concerned with (she has Cardiomyopathy). My girl and her family were there fur me when I was ill with Cardiomyopathy and have been there even after my passing, last year. My mom was crying as she read the e-mail from Auntie Brenda and and can't believe it.

I want fur my darling to know that if the time comes fur her to meet me here in Heaven, I'll be waiting with open paws and of course a special pink angel mousie but at the moment, I would rather think more positive thoughts. Please don't get me wrong as Heaven is a wonderful place and there are so many pawsome Angel furiends, including my sister Kashmere, but I would rather my girl be with her Earth family fur a longer time. We all know that Chloe has a beautiful family who loves her purrry much and will do everything they can fur her. As fur my family and me, we will continue to purray extra hard that Chloe shows improvement and that she'll be ok. You can read more about Chloe's condition in her Diary entry.

It would mean a lot if you would so kindly say a special purrayer fur my girl and to also keep her family in your thoughts during this sad and upsetting time. We love you sweetie and please try to hang in there *blows kisses*


Angel Purrrrs!

Kashmere Celebrates Her 6th Month Annifursary In Heaven!

I would like to take this special moment to let everyone know that today marks the 6th month Annifursary since our beloved sister, KASHMERE* made her journey into Heaven. I was there to greet her with open paws and she got her purrty white wings immediately. I was sad to hear when Kashmere was joining us in Heaven but at the same time, I knew that I would be there to take care of her and that she'd feel comfortable as soon as she saw me. Of course we miss our earth family & furiends but we alwso believe that one day. we'll all meet again. There is nothing stronger than the power of love and remember, love and memories live on furever. Kashmere and I watch mom everyday as she keeps our Urns looking beautifully polished and always kisses her finger, touches the name plates and softly says "I Love You Picasso & Kashmere." We know that the pain that meowmy and daddy are enduring will never go away but we also know that they try to accept our passing a little easier with each day. Please know that Kashmere and I will continue watching over each and everyone of you and we love you purrry much *blows kisses*

Sending a warm thank you to the following kitties fur their thoughtful gifties & rosettes: Chloe (Trick or Treat) and Auntie Hazel Lucy (heart- sent fur both Kashmere & Me) and BonnieBell & Snickey (candle). I also received a cool dancing Halloween skull from Catster... thanks HQ!


Angel Purrrrs!

Happy 2nd Birthday To Our Bro Biscotti And To Tiskers &- Mittens!

On August 26th (Wednesday) we will be celebrating our brother, *BISCOTTI'S* 2nd Birthday along with Biscotti''s litter mates, *TISKERS* & *MITTENS* Can you believe that they're already 2 years old. They have grown into such handsome boys and we're all so proud of them. Can you believe that they're already 2 years old. They have grown into such handsome boys and we're all so proud of them.

Unfortunately, our meowmy has to work on their Birthday but please do feel free to help them celebrate by joining us at their ALL day pawty. Snowmitts has already started everything and would love fur all of you to join us. We'll be stopping back in the morning and then again when mom gets back home from work.

Thanks again fur sharing this special day with 3 special boys... Biscotti, Tiskers & Mittens. Happy Birthday and many more beautiful celebrations to come. Angel Kashmere and I are making a special appearance from The Bridge to help celebrate such a happy day! Please continue to keep Tiskers in your purrrs and purrayers and may he have many more Birthday's to celebrate...

*ALL DAY PARTY HERE*


Purrrrs!

Our Dear Friend, Sammie Is Now An Angel!

We have just received the sad news that our dear and special friend, *SAMMIE* had made his journey into Heaven yesterday afternoon. My meowmy is crying as she's helping us to write our diaries. Sammie was one of our purry first friends here on Catsterland and has always been there fur all of us whether is was in celebration or sorrow. Sammie's beautiful family loved him so much just as all of us and he will be sadly missed. It is never easy to say good bye but we believe in our hearts that one day, we'll all meet again. Sammie may not be with us here on Earth but he will live on in our hearts, spirit and memories. We would greatly appreciate it if you would so kindly stop Sammie's page to send his family your love and support during this sad and difficult time. We love you Sammie and you will always and furever be our special furiend *wipes eyes* My sister, Kashmere and I were there yesterday to help welcome Sammie at the Bridge and are now showing him around and he's meeting so many new angel furiends...

UPDATE: 8/23/09-- We have just received the devastating news that our dear furiends, Mercy & Family's doggie, Cosmo made his journey into Heaven yesterday. Mercy and Family were also our first furiends on Catster since we joined. Mom is in tears as once again, as a special furiend has made his journey and he too will live in our hearts and memories furever... Our thoughts purrrs & purrayers are with Cosmo's family and Sammie family during this sad time and if they need anything, we're here fur them. Please know that Kashmere & I were there to greet Cosmo and to welcome him into his new and peaceful home. I am so so sorry to have to share this sad news. It would mean a lot to us if you would so kindly stop by to send your love, purrrs & purrayers to Cosmo and his family as well. Thank You!

COSMO'S DOGGIE LINK:
http://www.dogster.com/dogs/51192


Sad Purrrrs!

Today I'm Celebrating My 3rd Birthday In Heaven!

As I'm typing this Diary from Heaven, I could see the tears in my meowmy's eyes so I just wanted her to know that I'm doing fine along with my sweet angel sister, Kashmere. Whenever mom visits our pages, it tares her apawt. Daddy will briefly glance and then walks away with such hurt in his eyes. He has a purry difficult time visiting our pages (Kashmere and mine) fur a long time. Mom on the other hand needs to help us with our diaries and that is always so sad fur her.

Today, I'm celebrating my 3rd Birthday here in Heaven and I've met so many wonderful new furiends. I was sad to hear when my sister, Kashmere suddenly made her journey and I was there to greet her with open paws along with St Francis & God. I do know that one day we'll meet with our humans again and it's purrry difficult being apawt from them just as it is fur them to be away from us. I have been watching over each and everyone of you and whenever a new furiend has made their journey, I'm there to help show them around, handing them a special angel mousie of course. I do miss my family, my Chloe Bear and all of my furiends but always remember that the memories we hold in our hearts will last a lifetime.

I have been purraying extra hard fur Tiskers, Hooch, Chloe (my fiancee), Sammie, Rocky and so many others. It is never easy fur any of us to say good-bye but as meowmy always says "This is not a forever good-bye as one day, we'll all meet again."

Well, I better go now because my furiends are planning a big mousie pawty fur me and I don't want to be late arriving *giggles* Thanks again to all of you fur keeping in touch with me through my Catster page. i love you so much and will keep you close to my heart. Kashmere sends her love as well.

Sending a warm thank you to the following kitties fur helping to celebrate my 3rd Birthday, today: My Family (rainbow star), Karisma & Fam (hat), Mercy & Fam (kings crown), Isis & Fam (angel star), Fido & Fam (angel star), Samoa & Fam (heart).


Angel Purrrrs!


*** A note from Picasso's mommy***
I just wanted to say thanks again to all of you who have been so kind during the loss of my little darlings, Picasso & Kashmere. It has been very difficult for us and there isn't a day that passes that we're not missing our babies. I will be lighting a votive for Picasso to help celebrate his 3rd Birthday today which will be placed next to his Urn. Both he and Kashmere has given Rob, siblings and me such love and joy and those are memories that will be cherished forever. Sending my love to all of you...

Love~ Barbi

Happy 1st Birthday To Our Bro, Cannoli

It is now July 1st here on the East Coast and our little brother, *CANNOLI* is celebrating his 1st Birthday. He has grown into such a handsome boy and I would like to wish him the bestest Birthday. our daddy, Monte Carlo has already started his Birthday Pawty Thread which the theme is Pooh, of course and Monte did a pawsome job. As most of you may know, Cannoli and I have the same daddy so that makes us brothers *giggles* It seems like we all like like Pooh, although my favorite were mousies and beloved Kashmere loved her Hello Kitty. Oh, just in case you haven't yet been to the pawty, Pooh is stopping by and so am I, along with the beautiful Agel Kashmere. I think it's wonderful how we Angels help to celebrate from the Bridge whenever there is an occasion. Kashmere and I may not be with you here on earth anymore but we will always look over you...

I think that mom is planning on sleeping in a little later than usual tomorrow since she's off. Tonight her allergies are bothering her which is resulting in burning and teary eyes, not to mention a slight headache coming on. Poor meowmy! Please feel free to stop by Cannoli's pawrty which will be ALL day long. there's plenty of food and fun fur every kitty of all ages. On behalf of my family and me, we would like to wish all of you a Happy and Safe 4th of July celebration this coming Saturday. We would also like to wish Cannoli's sister, Karisma (my half sis) a purrrry Happy Birthday today and many more beautiful Birthday's to come.


*CANNOLI'S ALL DAY PAWTY HERE:*


Purrrrs!

Happy 1st Birthday To My Half Bro, PorkChop!

We are so excited to be celebrating *PORKCHOP'S* 1st Birthday on June 26th (Friday). As most of you may know, PorkChop is also my half brother as well as Cannoli's and the son of our daddy, Monte Carlo. Kashmere and I will be flying from The Bridge to help PorkChop celebrate his special day.

Please be sure to stop by to wish PorkChop a wonderful 1st Birthday and there will also be an ALL Day pawty which Monte has already started. The theme that PorkChop chose was a Lamb. Happy Birthday sweet PorkChop and many more beautiful celebrations to come...

*PORKCHOPS ALL DAY PAWTY HERE*

Please continue to keep PorkChop's brother, Tiskers and his beautiful family in your thoughts and purrayers during his illness with Cardiomyopathy.


Purrrrs!

Happy 4th Birthday To My Daddy, Monte!

Today is a purrry important day because it's my daddy, *MONTE'S* 4th Birthday. My pawrents adopted Monte after my passing on December 8th, 2008. He arrived to his furever and home on December 10th, 2008 (In Loving Memory of me).

Happy 4th Birthday daddy and many more wonderful Birthday's to come. We are so happy that you are a part of the family. Also, my family would like to send a warm thank you to our dear auntie Sam (Boogers' & Fam) fur the lovely thank you cards which we received they. We are keeping sweet little Tiskers Tiskers (Mittens, Snowmitts' & Biscotti's bro) in our thoughts and purrrrrs!

Please feel free to stop Monte's Birthday pawty and enjoy the fun and mousies! Thank you PorkChop fur making Monte's day even more special...

Kashmere and I are doing well here in Heaven and we've been meeting so many new and wonderful furiends. She and I did stop by the pawty earlier to wish Monte a Happy Birthday, as well


MONTE'S ALL DAY PAWTY HERE


Angel Purrrrs!

Celebrating My 6th Month Annifursary At Rainbow Bridge!

Exactly 6 months ago (and it was even on a Monday like today), I made my journey into Heaven. Meowmy was with me when I said my good bye meows in the carrier and suddenly, there I was meeting God and so many beautiful Angels. Now I have greeted my beloved sister, Kashmere which was such a shock to all. Please know that she is doing well and we hang out together everyday. Yup, she still carries around her Hello Kitty doll no matter where she goes *giggles* As I look down from the skies, I see a purrty votive candle which meowmy has lit next to my earn and I know how difficult and sad this has been fur her. First I had to leave and then Kashmere had to make her journey only 4 months later. It's so unfair that mom has to endure this great pain but I want fur her to know that one day we will meet again. Kashmere and I will continue to watch over all of you and do know how much i miss each and everyone of you *sprinkles angel dust* I'm having lots of fun today as Kashmere and many other Angels are helping to celebrate my Annifursary with a great big mousie pawty. Kashmere even baked me a pawsome mousie cake along with lots of balloons. Well, I better get back to the pawty and thanks fur continuing to stopping by my page as well as Kashmere's and it means so much to my family and to the both of us.

Sending a warm thank you to the following kitties fur thinking of my family and me on my 6th month Bridge annifursary: My Family (rose), Pearlie & Fam (sunflower), Patchez & Fam (rainbow), Simi & Fam (heart), Fido & Fam (rose) and Willie & Fam (heart), Munky & Fam (candle).

Angel Purrrrs!

Truffles' First Full Day Home With His Family!

As I watched down from heaven, I could see how happy *TRUFFLES* was in his new home... He has such a wonderful family who will love him and spoil him just as he deserves. I may not have lived as long as my family wanted me to, but the time that I was on earth was purrry special because I was loved. Mom and dad took pawsome care of me as she does with all of us and the love and devotion that she gave me was unmeasurable. Sometimes we have to say good-bye just as Kashmere and I did but that doesn't mean that we will stop loving our family just as they will always and furever love and miss us. Mom took great care of me during my terminal heart illness and gave me a life that nobody else could have. There is nothing in this world greater than love.

I am so happy to see that baby truffles found that home and I will continue to watch over him as I will with my entire family and all of you. I wanted this precious tiny baby to find the purr-fect home and that's why I sent him to mine. Thank you meowmy and daddy fur accepting him into your home and fur being the bestest and most loving pawrents. Mom didn't want anything extravagant fur her Birthday and when dad asked what she wanted, she told him that she wanted to adopt a baby kitty "In loving Memory Of Kashmere" and that would be the best Birthday gift that she could ask fur as well as a special gift to herself. Truffles was also adopted at the same Shelter as Kashmere and that makes it even more special.

Thank you to each and everyone fur giving Truffles such a warm welcome and fur all of the beautiful Birthday wishes that you so kindly sent to meowmy. I would now like to take this moment to wish my daddy a Happy 48th birthday, tomorrow (May 17th). Love you mom and dad and always know how special you are to me.


Angel Purrrrs!

I Have Exciting News To Share From The Bridge!

Today is mom's Birthday and I would like to start off my diary from Heaven by wishing her a purrry happy celebration and many many many more Happy and beautiful Birthday's to come... Love and miss you meowmy!

Here comes the exciting news!!! My family is getting a purrry special gift (mom's Birthday pressie) this evening and I would like to share it with you... I bet your wondering what mom received fur her Birthday?!?! Well, when daddy asked her what she wanted fur her special day, she replied with "I don't want anything such as jewelry, perfume, etc... I would like to give a little Shelter kitty a happy home "In Loving Memory Of Kashmere." Well, her Birthday wish came true and our pawrents officially adopted a little baby boy yesterday. He's a long haired Tabby and mom named him *TRUFFLES* Mom and dad went to the same Animal Shelter where mom adopted Kashmere 8 years. They filled out the application (it was last Friday) and this past Monday, mom received a call from the Shelter, letting her know that she was accepted to adopt. On Wednesday afternoon, mom was getting ready to leave work and shortly before, the Shelter left a message informing her that there were 3 babies surrendered that morning. Mom called daddy immediately to share the wonderful news. As soon as she came home from work, they were both on their way to the Shelter. The lady in the office called fur another girl to take them into the back to see the babies and as soon as mom saw Truffles, she knew in her heart that he was the one. She had no idea if it was a boy or girl and it didn't matter. My pawrents then walked over to the lady in the office and told her that they wanted to adopt the Tabby (there was only one). They then went into a special room so that they could start bonding with their new baby. At first he was purrry nervous and scared but with love and reassurance, he began to feel more comfortable. Yesterday, meowmy and daddy were at the Shelter while Truffles was being tested fur Feline Leukemia/Aids and thankfully, he's"negative." As you know, most Shelters will NOT release their babies without having them being neutered first and this is the way it should be. Truffles is approximately 9 weeks of age and has now received his first distemper shot and has also been wormed. Mom & dad will be picking him up from the Vet Hospital this evening at 5:50 pm. Mom will also be taking Truffles to our Vet fur an additional check-up and to have his own records from Dr. Wray. Please be sure to stop by to welcome baby Truffles to Catsterland and to your new family. I am so honored and touched that my pawrents adopted as little kitty who needs a home in Loving Memory Of m. He even has the same gorgeous Tabby markings and long fur. In case you're wondering... yes I had something to do with Truffles finding his furever home with my beautiful family. He will be a purrry happy and lucky kitty just as I was, along angel Kashmere and my other siblings.

A Message From Barbi:

It has been very devastating for me after losing my beloved Picasso and suddenly, my little girl Kashmere and I wanted to do something special for my angel Kashy. I couldn't have asked for a more wonderful Birthday present than this little baby and Rob has been there every step of the way. Truffles was adopted from the same Shelter as Kashmere and I do believe in my heart that she sent this boy to us, just as Picasso sent us his daddy, Monte Carlo. There is no set time when one should adopt after losing a pet... Your heart knows when you are ready because that special little guy or girl lets you know. A part of me died when I lost both Kashmere and Picasso and that void could never and will never be filled. I did take a look on Petfinder here and there, but nothing came about so I knew it wasn't meant to be during those searches. Actually, this was the first Shelter that I filled out an application (last Friday) and had planned on visiting with other Shelters as well. When a person adopts after losing a beloved pet(s), we're not trying to replace them, as each and every pet has something special about them that could never be replaced. It's all about giving your new baby or adult a wonderful and loving home. In my case, it was "In Loving Memory Of Kashmere." This is such an exciting Birthday for me, as I never thought that I'd be bring home a baby on my actual Birthday! We're looking forward to bringing home our little baby tonight and everything is all ready for his arrival.

Thank you again to everyone who has been there for me during this sad and difficult time. Please always know how greatly I appreciate your love and friendship.

Today Marks Kashmere's Two Week Journey Into Heaven!

Two weeks ago, I welcomed my my darling sister, Kashmere when she made her journey to Rainbow Bridge. She and I have been meeting lots of angels from all over and I've been taking really good care of her. I'm no longer sick with Cardiomyopathy and I can even play fur hours without getting tired. I was happty to see Kashy but so sad to see that she had to leave meowmy, daddy and siblings so soon. Of course, if we had a choice, Kashmere and I would rather be home with our family but Heaven is also beautiful and there the catnip fields are so amazing along with the sunshine everyday. Kashy loves to carry around her cute little Hello Kitty toy while I play with those pawsome mousies. We had a big celebration fur Kashmere's 8th Birthday on May 1st and we had such a furbulous time.

Thanks again to everyone who has been so sweet and caring to my family during the passing of Kashmere and fur all of your kind phone calls, cards, gifts, purrrs & purrayers. Please know that we will always be watching all of you to keep you safe and that we're both doing fine *sprinkles angel dust* Kashy and I will be celebrating Mother's Day here in Heaven together to honor our mom and remember what a wonderful and happy life she had given to us. We love and miss you meowmy purrrry much and will keep the beautiful memories close to our wings *blows kisses*


Angel Purrrrs!

Happy 8th Birthday To Our Beloved Sister, Kashmere!

Before meowmy has to leave fur work in a little bit, we wanted to write a special Diary entry In Loving Memory of our beloved sister and her daughter, Kashmere's Birthday...

On April 21st (also Cocoa 's 14th Birthday), our sister, Kashmere was taken from us suddenly just as I when she made her journey to Rainbow Bridge. She would have been celebrating her 8th Birthday today (just 10 days shy of celebrating when she became an Angel). This is going to be an extremely difficult day fur meowmy as she's crying right now, helping us with our diaries. Kashmere loved Hello Kitty and anything that was pink. As most of you know, she was a girlie girl and such a purrty young lady. She had a beautiful family who loved her purrry much as always will. Kashmere also had a darling boyfriend named Bubby who she began dating this past February. Bubby had asked her to be his Valentine and it was True Love after that. We do know that Bubby will always be Kashmere's sweetheart and she will love no other guy as she did and still does her Bubby.

Meowmy adopted Kashmere when she was a purrry young baby and was on the list to be euthanized. Mom was actually dropping off food and toys fur the shelter and saw a pen filled with little babies. Kashmere walked up to meowmy so the girl asked if mom would like to go in with the kittens so she did. She held Kashmere and asked if this Shelter puts their animals to sleep and the girl said yes. Kashmere was on the list so mom chose to adopt her the purrry same day. She then called our vet and set up an appointment to have Kashmere checked before bringing her to her furever home. Kashmere got a clean bill of health and was on her way. As soon as mom walked into the door, she proceeded upstairs with a cardboard carrier and there was daddy at the computer. She then said "Guess what Rob??? You're a daddy!" You should have seen daddy's face at first. Mom then took Kashmere out of the carrier and handed her to daddy. Ever since then, she was a little joy to the family. Of course, us Raggies weren't here yet, nor even born!

We know that Kashmere is having a wonderful celebration with all of her angel furiends and of course, with me but it doesn't help ease the pain knowing that she isn't there on Earth with my family, celebrating. Even though Kashmere is not there to celebrate her 8th Birthday, Everyone is celebrating fur her in their hearts and I know that she knows that. Just because a beloved pet leaves the family fur Rainbow Bridge doesn't mean that they're not alive in our loved ones hearts and memories and that's why you should always celebrate fur our angels. After work, mom will be lighting a pink votive next to Kashmere's Urn and photo to help celebrate her Birthday here at home..

Everyone misses Kashmere purry much and no matter how much time passes, the pain of our family losing her will last a lifetime. Happy Birthday 8th Birthday sweet little Angel. She was a true blessing to all of us and now I will help celebrate her Birthday here at The Bridge *hands Kashy a Hello Kitty doll*


Silent Purrrrs!

Mom Received A Beautiful Gift From Angel Amelia And Her- Meowmy!

I would like to begin my Diary by welcoming my beautiful sister, Kashmere to Rainbow Bridge. She looks so purrty in her new wings given by Shadow, Samoa & auntie Tera. This has been such a shock fur everyone but especially fur our meowmy. Kashmere was fine one minute and then suddenly an angel the next. Mom is having a purrry difficult time accepting the fact that her baby is no longer with her and still can't go to her page to begin thanking all of you but will try again tomorrow. Please know how much mom appreciates everything you have sent and hasn't furgotten you. It will take time but she'll be sure to thank each of you individually as well as update Kashmere's diary with all of your names. Kashmere made her journey to the Bridge on Cocoa's Birthday 4/21/09 at approx 11:45 pm. She was such a sweet little girl who was shy but still liked to show affection towards her family. Mom will be picking up her ashes next Wednesday to bring her back home where she'll rest next to me on the bedroom bureau. There will always be an empty place in my pawrent's hearts that could never be filled but the beautiful memories will live on furever. Kashmere would have been celebrating her 8th Birthday on May 1st but now she will be celebrating here at the Bridge with me and so many wonderful angel furiends.

Today, meowmy received a beautiful pressie from *ANGEL AMELIA & AUNTIE MARTHA* As soon as she came in from getting the mail, she was holding an envelope. She carefully opened it and there was long white box as well a a nice card. She opened the box and inside was a pressie wrapped in purrty flowered tissue paper. As she unwrapped it, she saw a gorgeous handmade necklace which auntie Martha made. She was so touched and speechless. She gently took the necklace from the paper and held it in her hand. The necklace is silver with little heart links and lovely multi-colored. The clasp has a silver hanging heart that reads "made with love" along with 2 heart beads on each side of the necklace and 2 crystals on each side of the hearts. On the bottom of the necklace is a scrolled designed heart with 3 dangling links. The center link has a total of 4 smaller crystals and a heart bead with a hanging silver cat. There are crystals on each side of the heart. There is also a larger crystal with 2 smaller crystals on each side (all on the center link). On one of the 2 side hanging links is a crystal with 2 smaller crystals on each side of it followed by a silver hanging kitty face. the other link has 3 crystals with 2 smaller crystals. This special necklace is called the Rainbow Bridge necklace and it was made fur mom in Loving Remembrance of me.

The thoughtful card reads "Dearest Barbi, Made in loving remembrance of our Angel Picasso! He and Angel Amelia will keep each other company until we re-unite again in LOVE at the Rainbow Bridge! Love, Martha & Angel Amelia."

Mom is so grateful fur this precious gift that was made with love straight from the heart from auntie Martha and Angel Amelia. I adore Amelia and she was at the Bridge waiting to greet me when I got my wings on 12/8/08. Thank you so much fur making mom's day so special. She needed something to brighten her day today and this certainly helped her. Special furiends make our lives happier and that's what furiendships are all about. God Bless you both and again, thank you *blows angel kisses*

A note from Barbi to Martha and Angel Amelia:

"Dear Martha and Angel Amelia... Words can't begin to express how grateful I am for your love, friendship and thoughtfulness during my times of sorrow. First I lost my precious Picasso in December and now my darling girl, Kashmere in April. I have not yet accepted Picasso's passing and now I have to go through yet another devastating kitty loss. It means so much to have special friends like you to help me through my time of sorrow and I love you both very much. I will cherish this special gift as every time I wear it, I'll warmly think of you as you'll be right there, close to my heart. Thank you again for everything.

Love Always~
Barbi & Angel Picasso"
xoxo

Our Sister, Kashmere Is Now Heaven's Angel

Late last night at 11:45, my beloved sister, Kashmere made her journey into Heaven where I greeted her with open paws. She looks so beautiful with her purrty angel wings and gold halo. Mom was chatting with auntie Joann (Patchez mom) and discussing how she just finished Kashmere's Birthday pages with Hello Kitty. About 5 minutes later, meowmy heard a horrible intense moan so she told Joann that she'd call her back, thinking that one of us must have been having a kitty disagreement. As mom approached the second level of stairs, she saw Kashmere having convulsions and ran to her. She tried to administer CPR but at that point, it was too late. Kashmere passed away purrry quickly in mom's arms. Mom them kept talking to her to please wake up even though there was no heart beat. She was in shock and couldn't believe what had happened. She held Kashmere for about 15 minutes, just rocking her hoping fur a miracle but unfortunately, that miracle was never answered. Mom then wrapped Kashmere is a white blankie with blue paw prints and placed her in a large box where she was kept in the cool garage until the morning when she would be taken to the vet. Mom got no sleep and hasn't eaten since 5:30 pm, last night. Today when mom had taken Kashmere to the vet, she asked to have an autopsy performed but since she was deceased fur more than 1-1/2 hours, it could not be done as the body collects bacteria and separates internally almost immediately. Later on when Dr Wray phoned, he explained about the deterioration and separation to meowmy to help her understand better. Since an animal is much smaller than a person, this process begins almost the time of death and invades the body more quickly. He also said that it sounds as though Kashmere had a clot which traveled to her brain and that's what caused the convulsions. Her dilated pupils also indicated that it was something neurological and that she was basically no longer with us. At this point, nothing could be done as it took her so suddenly. Kashy was already brain dead as Dr Wray explained. She has never been sick a day in her life and this is what makes it even more shocking. She may have had a clot as a kitten which suddenly traveled, causing her immediate passing. A blood clot is something that can not be diagnosed, especially if there isn't anything that gives indication such as with Kashmere. It can suddenly appear within and take a life within moments.

Kashmere is being privately cremated at the same Crematory as me. We would like to thank all of you fur all of your kind words, phone calls, gifties and rosettes. Mom would also like to thank each of you from the bottom of her heart and will get back to you when she is feeling a little stronger to do so.

Isis and family sent my brother, Cocoa a Birthday pawkage which arrived today but mom will take photos tomorrow. She just isn't up to much right now and we're doing our best to help her through this. Daddy is still at work (he's a safety supervisor) fur hazardous and can't leave without someone taking his place. Hopefully, he will be returning back home to my family earlier than is planned. Unfortunately, there aren't many people who are licensed to do this job and he's responsible fur watching out fur his workers to keep them safe from hazardous duties. He has been calling meowmy often throughout the day to check up on her. Daddy will be with this pawticular job fur about another month or so (home on the weekends).

Kashmere will be missed dearly by those who knew her but Heaven has also gained a wonderful angel... Kashmere made her journey to Heaven on Cocoa's 14th Birthday (4/21/09). She would have been celebrating her 8th Birthday on May 1st and she loved "Hello Kitty!"


Purrrrs!

Happy 14th Birthday To Our Bro, Cocoa!

Our handsome brother, *COCOA* will be celebrating his 14th Birthday on Tuesday, April 21st and we are so proud to be sharing this special day with him. Cocoa is such a wonderful kitty and has been with meowmy fur 14 years. That's surely a long time together and we purray that he will have many more lovely Birthday's to share with my family. As some of you may know, Cocoa was diagnosed with Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM) over 5 years ago and each and everyday that he is with my Earth family is a true blessing. Mom makes sure that he takes his medications daily and monitors his breathing, just as she did with me. Cocoa has the same heart disease which I suffered from, but mine was at the advanced stages when I was diagnosed at 5-1/2 months. No matter what, Cardiomyopathy is a serious heart disease and should never be taken lightly. Our meowmy is terrific and my siblings know that they're always in good hands with her, no matter how sick they may be. She took such pawome care of me and that's why I lived longer than the doctors anticipated. Now, let's help Cocoa celebrate this special day. We have decided to make his theme POOH since that's his favorite character. Please feel free to stop by Cocoa's ALL DAY pawty and make this event memorable fur him... Thanks so much!

ALL DAY PAWTY:
http://www.catster.com/forums/Party_Time_and_Virtual _Play_Dates/thread/611350

(fur some odd reason, Cocoa's pawty link displays "Page Not Found")? I have no idea why it's saying this since it was working before. If this doesn't work fur you as well, please stop by the Forums page at the Party Time/Virtual Play Dates section.


Angel Purrrrs!

Our Dear Furiend, Muppet is Purrry Ill!

Last night we have learned that our dear and special furiend, *MUPPET* was diagnosed with a brain tumor and unfortunately, there doesn't seem to be much that they can do at this point but that doesn't mean we're giving up hope *wipes eyes* Mom was devastated when she learned of this sad news and decided to go to bed earlier than usual. Mom is also not feeling well, due to a bad sinus infection so she's taking several antibiotics fur 10 days. My pawrents met Muppet and her meowmy, Cheryl last year in Las Vegas while Muppet was visiting a specialist fur her ear. It was such a nice meeting and my parents are honored to have met such a wonderful family.

Please keep Muppet and her meowmy in your purrrs and purrayers during this sad and difficult time. We love you Muppet and auntie Cheryl and always know that we're here fur you.


Sad Purrrrs!

Spending My First Easter Celebration At The Bridge!

Well, this is my first Easter celebration at Rainbow Bridge and I have met so many wonderful new angel furiends. Of course I miss my wonderful family but I wanted them to know that everything is ok and I'm even having a bunny hopping contest with my furiend, *MAYNARD* today. Maynard was so sweet and made a special bunny photo just fur me *wipes eyes* That was so sweet and purry thoughtful. Guess what... later on I'm even going to hop down the clover trail along with Maynard, Paisan, Sonny Buno and several others. Then we're going Easter eggie hunting which sounds to be so much fun!!! Maynard is also the cute kitty who made the beautiful remembrance slideshow fur me on my page along with the song "Will You Remember Me?" Today is also a purrry special day because my dear angel furiend, *CLAWDIA"* is celebrating what would have been her 10th Birthday if she was still an Earth kitty. We made her a purrty angel cake with 10 pink candles to help her celebrate here at the Bridge.

I would also like to send a warm thank you to the following kitties fur their lovely Easter Wishes gifties & rosettes: Chloe (basket), Sammy & Taylee (big sunflower), Angel Amelia (dove), Aria & Fam (big sunflower), Bonnie & Fam (eggie), Milo "ILM" (bunny), Zack (eggie), Maynard (bunny), Daisy & Fam (eggie).

I love and miss each of you purrry much but always know that I'm watching over you and keeping you in my heart "blows angel kisses*


Purrrrs!

My Beautiful Memory Will Live On Forever And Ever...

BEYOND THE RAINBOW

As much as I loved the life we had and all the times we played,
I was so very tired and knew my time on earth would fade
I saw a wondrous image then of a place that's trouble-free
Where all of us can meet again to spend eternity.

I saw the most beautiful Rainbow, and on the other side
Were meadows rich and beautiful - lush and green and wide
And running through the meadows as far as the eye could see
Were animals of every sort as healthy as could be
My own tired, failing body was fresh and healed and new
And I wanted to go run with them, but I had something left to do
I needed to reach out to you, to tell you I'm alright
That this place is truly wonderful, then a bright glow pierced the night
"Twas the glow of many candles, shining bright and strong and bold
And I knew then that it held your love in it's brilliant shades of gold.
For although we may not be together in the way we used to be
We are still connected by a cord no one can see
So whenever you need to find me, we're never far apart
If you look beyond the Rainbow and listen with your heart.





THE RAINBOW BRIDGE

Just this side of heaven is a place called Rainbow Bridge. When an animal dies that has been especially close to someone here, that pet goes to Rainbow Bridge. There are meadows and hills for all of our special friends so they can run and play together. There is plenty of food, water and sunshine, and our friends are warm and comfortable.

All the animals who had been ill and old are restored to health and vigor; those who were hurt or maimed are made whole and strong again, just as we remember them in our dreams of days and times gone by. The animals are happy and content, except for one small thing; they miss someone very special to them, who had to be left behind.

They all run and play together, but the day comes when one suddenly stop and looks into the distance. His bright eyes are intent; his eager body quivers. Suddenly he begins to run from the group, flying over the green grass, his legs carrying him faster and faster.

You have been spotted, and when you and your special friend finally meet, you cling together in joyous reunion, never to be parted again. The happy kisses rain upon your face; your hands again caress the beloved head, and you look once more into the trusting eyes of you pet, so long gone from your life but never absent from your heart.

Then you cross Rainbow Bridge together...




"I love and miss all of you purrry much!"
Angel Picasso~

Happy 5th Birthday To Our Bro, Jaspurr!

Today is a purrry special day because we are celebrating our brother, *JASPURR'S* Birthday! I wish I was there to help him celebrate but I'm doing so here at the Bridge. All of my Angel furiends are gathered around, singing a special Happy Birthday song just fur my him... Jaspurr was such a pawsome brother and wow does he LOVE the stroller. Actually, Jaspurr was always the last to stroll because once he's in it, there's no getting him out. Therefore, the others can't strolling until he decides that he's had enough of it which could be a good hour or even more *giggles* Mom does have the smaller Pet Gear Happy Trails stroller but prefers the AT3. In case some of you don't know this, Jaspurr and Aspen are also full brothers (same breeder as all of my Raggie siblings) but Jaspurr and Aspey were born at a different time so they're not litter mates. Same meowmy & daddy of course! By the way, I will miss strolling as that was something I really enjoyed but don't worry... there's plenty of strolling up here in heaven.

Happy 5th Birthday Jaspurr and many more wonderful Birthday's to come your way! Please feel free to stop by Jaspurr's ALL day pawty which his buddy, Fido is throwing fur him. Can you guess what the theme is??? STROLLING of course!

ALL DAY PAWTY FUR JASPURR:
http://www.catster.com/forums/Party_Time_and_Virtu al_ Play_Dates/thread/606315


Angel Purrrrs!

Hip Hip Hurrray... I'm A DDP Again, Today!

*tosses mousies* Meowmy couldn't believe it when she saw that I was a DDP again. So far, I have been chosen 3 times this year (Feb 27, March 13, and March 22 and COTW on Jan 5th). This makes meowmy so happy and she couldn't wait to tell daddy before he left fur the gym just a little while ago. Of course mom is always grateful when one of her babies are chosen but it really touches her heart when it's me since I'm her little precious angel.

I have been meeting new furiends here at the Bridge and everyday has been a mousie pawtyfur me. Whenever I'm greeting a new kitty angel at the gates, I will hand them a beautiful angel mousie to help welcome them into their new and furever home. At first some are scared because they are no longer with their families but they do adapt purrry quickly and before you know it, they're running in the fields and feeling well again. God makes sure that we are all better when we arrive to the Bridge with no more pain, illness or suffering. The pain that we do endure is the pain that our families is feeling after our parting and that hurts us to see them so sad. I see my meowmy cry often as she holds the photo of me closely, followed by a kiss. She'll also say good night and good morning to me to me each day while softly patting my Urn with her fingers. I'm actually resting in the Master bedroom (on the bureau) because that is where I spent a good amount of time, looking out the window, not to mention that my pawrents want me close to them.

Do you remember when I had those pawsome Turkey furiends who would stroll by in the back area of my home??? Well, guess what? Yup, you guess correctly and they're back again but a different family this time (at least the daddy is since he was hit by a car last year). Mom was purrry sad when she heard of the devastating news. These little creatures bother nobody and stupid humans should watch how fast they're driving or be more careful and alert. We do not live on a busy street but there is a busier road as you come out of the development. Mom does feeds the Turkey family wheat & rye bread when they stop by to visit *giggles* Mom took a photo of them and posted it on my page!

Meowmy and daddy are going to the furniture store to get their new living room set today. The one that they presently have isn't in bad condition or anything such as that, it's just that mom wants a change (sofa and chair). Daddy says it's a woman thing but mom says it's a man thing when daddy wants new TV's. Hummmm... sounds like a battle thing to me *giggles*

I would like to thank Catster fur choosing me as one of today's DDP and to auntie Hazel Lucy fur the P-Mail. Also, Sending a warm thanks to the following kitties fur their lovely gifties & rosettes: Isis (rainbow star), darling Chloe (mousie & blue birdie), Muppet (blue birdie), Pearlie & Fam (Brussels), Jasmine & Fam (white ribbon), Karisma & Fam (blue ribbon), Spunky "ILM" (blue birdie), Sausage & Meatball (blue birdie), Milo "ILM" (ladybuggie), SMUDGE & Fam (blue birdie), Fido (ladybuggie) & Miles & Fam (rainbow).

WISHING ALL OF YOU A BEAUTIFUL SPRINGTIME!


Angel Purrrrs!

Happy 3rd Birthday To Our Bro, Snowmitts!

Today is a purrry special day as my family is celebrating our brother, *SNOWMITTS'* 3rd Birthday. Snowmitts was always such a sweet kitty and boy does he like to eat *giggles* As most of you may know, Snowmitts has 3 other full related brothers who share the same Ragdoll daddy, "Boris" and those brothers are Biscotti (our family) and Tiskers & Mittens (Boogers' family). His bestest furiend was me of course and it was purrry hard fur him to accept when I made my journey to the Bridge this past December. Mitts also came from the same breeder as my other Ragdoll siblings. Mom can't believe that he's already 3 and she said to daddy on the phone today that it seems like yesterday when Snowmitts came to live with us. Daddy actually called to wish him a Happy 3rd Birthday this morning, which was really thoughtful of our daddy. Mitts was always such a joy to watch and reminds me of a BIG bear and I mean BIGGG! We do know that Tiskers mom, auntie Sam thinks the world of snowmitts as well and is always threatening to steal him away *giggles* My family is hoping that auntie will stop by either this spring or summer fur another visit!!!

Snowmitts also has a beautiful girlfriend named Bitta and I do know that she is his world. All he does is meow's about her and how purrrty and sweet his little Bitta is. Mom is hoping as well that one day soon, Bitta's mom "auntie Chris" will also stop by fur a visit and get to meet all of my siblings *crosses angel paws*

Please stop by Snowmitts ALL day Birthday pawty and help him celebrate yet another pawsome year... Thanks! Sending a warm thanks to Pearlie and fam fur the belated catgrats smoochie lips and to Molly "ILM" fur the rose bouquet.

PAWTY:
http://www.catster.com/forums/Party_Time _and_ Virtual_Play_Dates/thread/604000


HAPPY BIRTHDAY SWEET SNOWMITTS AND MANY MORE TO COME!

I Am Honored To Be Today's DDP!

*chases mousies* Holy kittens and caboodles, I'm one of today's DDP's (Diary entry below) and that means lots of celebration here at the Bridge. I also received a lovely message from my dear furind, Sonny Bono and from my darling auntie Hazel Lucy. I have been meeting many new furiends here a the Bridge but I do miss my family and furiends on Earth. I know that if it were pawsible, my pawrents would do or give anything to have me back but now I'm with God and he has made me well again. There isn't a day that passes that I don't think of all of you and always know how much I love and miss each of you. Mom can't believe that 3 months have already passed since I made my journey to Heaven. She is slowly accepting my parting but it is still purrry sad and difficult fur her and always will be. Our humans may eventually accept when we have to leave but that doesn't it makes it any easier and the pain will always be there. As mom is helping me to type my Diary entry, she's tearing just thinking about how much she misses me. Please don't cry meowmy because I pawmise that one day we will meet again and we can play furever and ever... You were a wonderful and caring meowmy who took excellent care of me and thanks to you, I lived my brief but happy life to the fullest and that's what is most important *blows angel kisses*

Unfortunately, meowmy has to work today as well as the entire weekend but the good news is that daddy will be home tonight. Of course he has to go away again this coming week but that's part of the job. Hopefully, this will only last fur about 3 more weeks as they claim.

I would like to send a warm thanks to the following kitties fur their lovely catgrats gifties & rosettes: Isis & Fam (emerald), Muppet (St Pawtricks elixir), Jasmine & Fam (clover), Sonny Bono "ILM" (blue ribbon), "sis" Karisma (heart), Samoa & Fam (leprechaun hat), Ike "ILM" (heart), Chai O Latte & Fam (rainbow), Mercy & Fam (clover), Fido & Fam (leprechaun hat), Bentley "ILM" (clover), Bubby & Fam (rainbow), Sammie & Fam (clover.

I would also like to thank the Catster HQ fur the cute Happy St. Patty's Day giftie which I received last night as well as my entire family. May you find lots of luck and happiness at the end of the Rainbow.


Purrrrs!

I'm So Honored To Be Today's DDP!

This morning I was so excited as well as honored to have been chosen a Daily Diary Pick... I wanted to keep my chosen Diary entry there fur the entire day fur every kitty to read before updating a new one (diary below). It is all about my dear furiend, Missy making her journey to the Bridge yesterday and I was even there to greet her with open paws and lots of mousies. It is never easy when our humans have to say good bye but there is nothing more valuable than the love from a beautiful family. I was truly blessed to have that and I know that my family feels blessed that I was also a special part of their life and always will be.

Mom had to work later than usual today and she just arrived home not too long ago. Meowmy is officially on vacation and she and daddy will be driving to Florida on Sunday morning while auntie Patti watches my siblings. Actually, auntie stopped by a few days ago and my pawrents took her out to dinner but it was really a little thank you dinner from my siblings *giggles* Mom will also be leaving auntie special gifties before they leave.

I would like to thank Catster fur giving me this pawsome honor and to all of my furiends fur their catgrats as well. Sending a warm thank you to the following kitties fur their beautiful gifties & rosettes: Missy "angel" (rainbow star), Karisma & Fam (diamond), Muppet (diamond), Pearlie & Fam (rose), Andre & Fam (clover), Auntie Hazel Lucy (leprechaun hat), Samoa & Fam (heart), SMUDGE & Fam (rainbow), Bubby & Fam (rainbow), Fido & Fam (rainbow), Sammie, KiKi & Ember (heart), Mercy & Fam (clover), Sausage & Meatball (clover), Albie "Angel" (leprechaun hat), Lily & Fam (blue ribbon), Chloe "fiancee" (lips), Nikko & Scooter (leprechaun hat), Shadow & Fam (clover), Sir Sonny Buno (rainbow).

Mom is going to now lay down because she has a small headache and doesn't want it leading into a meanie migraine. She does have several things to do around the home tomorrow before leaving fur vacation on Sunday. If by any chance, she doesn't jump back onto the computer tonight, I will be sure to update my thank you's tomorrow. Sending lots of love and angel kisses to all of you and always know that I'm looking down and protecting each and everyone of you *sprinkles gold angel dust*


Purrrrs!

My Furiend, Missy Will Be Meeting Me At The Bridge Today!

Today is a sad day because our sweet furiend, *MISSY* will be coming to the Bridge and I will be waiting fur her with open paws. Missy has become more ill within a few days and her meowmy had no choice but to make the decision to send her to the Bridge today. As much as we find it difficult, there are times when our humans have no other choice but to say good-bye and that decision is never easy. Unfortunately, my family never had a chance to say good bye to me as I left so suddenly but mom is grateful that she was there when I did passed away in my carrier on December 8th, 2008. Whether a pet passes suddenly or if it's a decision that is made by our humans, it is never easy and accepting it feels like an eternity. Missy's meowmy "auntie April" is doing what is best fur Missy and one day, we will all meet again. We just want Missy's family to know that she will be in purrry good paws at the Bridge and that my family is there fur her meowmy whenever she needs us. We are purrry sad right now and loved Missy dearly, but although she isn't going to be here with us physically on earth she'll be on our hearts and memories furever. Don't be afraid little girl because you have so many angels waiting fur you and God will make you well again so that you can play whenever you want to. Guess what??? I even have a big basketful of mousies waiting fur you *holds an angel mousie for Missy* This is a purrry sad day fur her family & furiends but it is also a joyous occasion fur us kitties at the Bridge as we are now gaining a beautiful Angel... Missy!

To April from Barbi: Dearest April, words can't begin to express how deeply sorry we are that Missy will be leaving us but know that she is in a wonderful place now and there will be no more suffering. This is NOT a forever good bye because one day when our time arrives, we will meet our beloved pets again. They are a creation from God and God makes all things possible. Please feel free to call me if you need someone to talk to and always know that I'm here for you day and night. Again I am very sorry and my thoughts are with you and your family...

Love~
Barbi & Family
xoxo

Greetings From Beautiful Heaven!

I just wanted to let all of my furiends know that I'm thinking of them and I will always watch over each and everyone of you... Of course I miss my family on Earth but I am having a wonderful time in heaven and meeting so many pawsome furiends. I've been playing mousies everyday fur hours and hours and never get tired since I do have a new heart now. I look down and still see meowmy crying when she looks at my photo and urn on the bedroom bureau and it makes me sad to see her cry. I just want to let my pawrents know that I'm ok and that one day we will meet again. Unfortunately, I was taken at such a young age but the life that I had with my family was lived to the fullest and I couldn't have asked fur more love and care which I received in those 28 months of life.

Well, I hope that the warmer weather arrives soon fur those who are dealing with the chilly weather. I have been watching Jasourr and wow does he want to go strolling. Every time meowmy goes near the front door, he begins crying and then stretches his front paws against her. This spring will also be my daddy, Monte's first stroll ever and I bet that he's going to love it, just like I did. Actually, I do have my own special stroller here at the Bridge and it's decorated with mousies, purrty clouds and rainbows. I go strolling everyday because the weather here in Heaven is always so sunny and beautiful.

Sending a warm thank you to my dear furiends fur their lovely gifties & rosettes: Bonnie Bell (rainbow star), Rusty (blue ribbon) and Boudin "ILM" (heart). I also got a message from Boudin "ILM" that he wants to chase butterflies this afternoon so that's what's on my agenda *takes Boudin by the paw*


Angel Kisses

Latest Update On Our Furiend, Sammy!

Our darling little furiend, *SAMMY* is still in the hospital receiving oxygen, triple the Lasix shots but no IV fluids. Sammy is also tinkling a lot which is normal from a result of the fluids which he received yesterday. Lasix shots will also cause a lot of pee pees because it's releasing the fluids from the heart and surrounding area. This is also a good sign as it shows that the IV fluids are exiting his body. With Cardiomyopathy, it is purrry important not to have a lot of fluids as it could and most likely will lead to heart failure. Unfortunately he still shows bad Pulmonary Edema at the moment (arteries carrying blood from the heart to the lungs). The heart is thickening seen in another x-ray which is what HCM does. Sammy perked up when he saw his meowmy and she even brushed him, which he seemed to have a positive response. His mom also put blankets on him while still on oxygen and he nuzzled his little face inside. When she returned to the room, he was still snuggled contently inside of the blankets. Sammy is finally getting rest and being on the oxygen is helping him to breathe better which makes him feel more comfy. Of course, he is still in critical condition so please continue to keep him and his meowmy in your purrayers. We are keeping our paws crossed that this little guy responds to his medications and will pull through this ordeal. His meowmy has been doing such a wonderful job and my mom has been there every step of the way to do whatever she can to help auntie Lauren through this. If anyone has experience with Cardiomyopathy, it's our meowmy since this is what I suffered from and it's so unfair and such a progressive disease. We are so proud of auntie Lauren fur being such a pawsome mom and fur being there when her baby needs her most. She knew what to do as soon as Sammy was showing declining signs, last night. Mom just wishes that she lived closer so that she could be there physically fur auntie and fur Sammy but she is with them in thought and she's only a phone call away.

Thanks again fur all of your love, support, purrrs & purrayers that you have shown Sammy and his family...

ANOTHER UPDATE: We also received disturbing news that our close furiend, *HOOCH* was diagnosed with Hyperthyroidism (Overactivity of the Thyroid Gland). He began throwing up so his meowmy took him to the vet's which there is where she received this upsetting news. Please stop by to send Hooch your purrrs & purrayers and to let his meowmy, auntie Joann know that you're thinking of them. Feel better soon Hooch and we love you purrrry much!


Purrrrs!

My Furiend, Sammy Needs Your Purrayers!

Earlier today, I met a wonderful new furiend and his name is *SAMMY* Little Sammy, age 7 is a purrry sick kitty who was diagnosed with Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy just days ago. As most of you know, I was also ill with this horrible and devastating disease. Unfortunately, there is no cure fur this Cardiomyopathy (HCM) and as we all know, I was taken away from my family to this. It would mean so much to me and to all of us if you would please keep Sammy in your purrayers. My meowmy was chatting with his mom (auntie Lauren) fur several hours tonight and she is such a lovely and caring person... While mom was chatting with her, Sammy suddenly began throwing up and fell to his side. His mom immediately rushed him to emergency which shows a responsible meowmy. Auntie Lauren just phoned several minutes ago and Sammy is on oxygen at the moment.

If you have a moment, please stop by Sammy's page to read his diary as well as to let him, his meowmy and sister Kaylee know that you're keeping them in your purrrrs and purrayers. They need your love & support right now and it would so much to them. Mom is going to say a special purrayer to St Francis tonight to help give Sammy his strength back and to have him come back home with his family *sprinkles gold angel dust*


Love~
Angel Picasso

My Brother, Aspen Turns 4 Today!

Today was my brother, ASPEN'S* 4th Birthday and I made a special trip down from heaven to help him celebrate his special day. it was so nice seeing him and all of my family and furiends. I would give anything to be back with my family again and I know that they feel the same but do know that i am doing just fine now and I have a healthy heart.. and no more medicine. I may no longer be with you on earth but that doesn't mean that i'm not with you in memory. You will always be purrry special to me and one day, we'll meet again. remember... the power of LOVE is the strongest strength of all.

Happy 4th Birthday my dear brother and many more to come your way!

Sending a special thanks to my beautiful girl, Chloe and to my beloved angel furiend, Milo fur the cute Valentine's Day giftie...


Purrrrs!

I've Now been COTW Fur ONE WEEK!

Today is already day 7 since I was chosen Cat of the Week... it has been such a special honor that I felt writing each day was the least that I could do. Thanks again Catster fur allowing me to be part of such a wonderful honor. There have been lots of pawties fur me at the Bridge and I've been playing mousies everyday fur hours and hours with all of my new and pawsome angel furiends.

As I was watching my family from Heaven, I saw that mom was taking down the Catmas tree. Did you know that was my purrry favorite spot and mom would put it up the day after Thanksgiving, knowing how much I enjoyed laying under it. She individually wrapped all of her ornaments and carefully placed all the decorations in storage bins on the garage shelves. Then came time to taking down the actual tree and daddy of course helped with that. Mom doesn't help him with the ornaments because she does those special so that they won't get broken. They placed the tree into artificial Catmas tree bags and daddy then put stored it in the attic fur next year. Meowmy also removed all of our kitty fur from the purrty velvet tree skirt and she knew that my fur was also mixed in there and that brought tears to her eyes. Mom also found a Ziploc baggie containing my fur which she collected earlier this year after brushing me. She was so overwhelmed when she found that in the server drawer. Mom also has a beautiful locks of my fur in the Urn Chest, which she requested right after my passing, last month. It is still purry difficult fur meowmy and will be fur a long time but she knows just how much I love her and greatly appreciate all the love and support that she gave to me during my illness.

I would like to also thank the following kitties fur their beautiful catgrats gifties, today: Sweet Shelby "angel" & fam (diamond) and Beau "angel & fam (diamond). Thanks again to all of you who have so kindly sent me stars, diamonds, gifties, rosettes & p-mails to help celebrate my honor... Your furiendship means so much and I will continue to watch over each and everyone of you. It will soon be time to hand over my honor to the next lucky kitty since it's only a week celebration and may he or she have a furr-tastic celebration just as I have. Although I will no longer be COTW, the special memories will always be with me and my family.


Angel Purrrrs!

We're Now Into Day #6 Of My COTW Honor!

I'm now celebrating my 6th day of being Cat Of The Week and you should see all of the goodies, mousies and treats that I'm receiving at the Bridge. They're even having a special COTW pawty fur me all week long which has been keeping me quite busy.

Today is also a special celebration fur my daddy, *MONTE CARLO* because it has been one month now since he's been in his furever home (12/10/08). I knew that he'd love his new family and how much joy that he would bring to them so I sprinkled my magical dust. I had it all planned out that my daddy be with my family and I couldn't have asked fur a nicer wish. Thank you God fur answering my purrayers when my time came by sending Monte to my family.

Sending a warm thank you to the following kitties fur their thoughtful catgrats rosies: Morgan The PirateGato (heart) and to Boudin "ILM" (heart).


Angel Purrrrs!

Day #5 Of My Cat Of The Week Honor!

Today was an exciting day fur my siblings because daddy came home from Providence, NY! He was on a business trip and left the day after new year's. Of course I wish I was there to greet him but I was watching everything here from the Bridge while meowmy was still at work. Daddy continues to have a difficult time looking at my page and becomes purrry sad. I'm so happy that my other siblings are there to comfort him and I'm sure that he knows I'm watching over him as well as my entire family.

Today makes day #5 of my Cat The Week honor and yup, I'm still celebrating up here in Heaven. Thanks Catster fur answering meowmy's request and changing my honor photo to an Angel one!

I would also like to thank the following kitties fur their lovely catgrats gifties today: Patrick & fam (star), Romeo & Lola (diamond), Zack & fam (diamond), Sweet Pea (diamond) and Spotty & fam (shades)

I am also purry honored to be sharing my honor with my dear furiends, Patchez and her sister Kujo. Patchez is today's COTD and Kujo today's DDP. Catgrats to you both and have a wonderful day, celebrating.


Angel Purrrrs!

I Have Now Been An Angel Fur One Month!

Today marks the month Annifursary since I've earned my wings and made my journey to Rainbow Bridge (12/8/08). This has been such a sad and still shocking month fur my meowmy. I had a wonderful and happy life fur the brief time that I was with my family and it was so full of love and that's what matters... Mom is having a purry difficult time while she's helping me type my Diary as she's crying thinking about that sad day when I was suddenly taken from her. Please don't cry meowmy because I had a beautiful life with you, daddy & my siblings and but now I'm in a place where I have a new and healthy heart and can play mousies all day long.

Today is also day #4 of my Cat of The Week honor and I'm having such a pawsome celebration here at the Bridge. I would also like to thank the following kitties fur their catgrats gifties: Noche' (diamond), Karma Kitty & fam (star), Murphy & fam (sled), Fluffy & Alex (mousie) and my Chloe girl (rainbow).


Angel Purrrrs!


A HEARTFELT MESSAGE FROM PICASSO'S MOMMY:
Hello to all of my wonderful and caring Catster friends... I just wanted to thank each and everyone of you for all of the love and support that you have shown to Picasso, my family and to me during his time here on Earth and during his passing last month. I can't believe that it has been a month now since he has made his journey to heaven and when I lost my Cassi, a part of me died with him. He was such an amazing kitty and we give him so much credit for fighting as long and as hard as he did. I would have done or given anything to save my baby but unfortunately, his heart just couldn't take anymore and he lost his battle to very severe Cardiomyopathy (HCM). I know that I gave him the best care possible and that I was a wonderful mommy and so does Picasso. I just wish that I could have worked a miracle and made his heart healthy but things just don't work that way here on earth and we'll never understand why. I remember his 1st and 2nd Birthday as though it was just yesterday and it's those beautiful memories along with many others that helps keep me strong. Cassi has brought tremendous love and joy into our lives and we're blessed to have been able to share that precious time with him, although it was too brief. May you rest in peace my baby boy and always know how very much we love and miss you and that we will meet again, one day! Thank you again my dear friends for all of your thoughtful sympathy gifts, sympathy cards, gifties rosettes, e-mails & p-mails. Please know how much my family and I appreciate and value your friendship & support.

With Love~
Barbi
xoxo

My COTW Celebration (continuation Day #3)!

Wow, I can't believe that 3 days have already passed since my Cat Of The Week Honor! I have received so many beautiful gifties, rosettes & p-mails. Meowmy is so overwhelmed and touched by the love that each of you have shown since my passing up until this purrry day. Catster really does have pawsome kitties and families and it has helped mom through this sad and difficult ordeal. Although nothing will ever take away the pain that she feels, but knowing that she has so many wonderful furiends who care is helping her through this and that means more than you will ever know *wipes eyes*

As each kitty gives me a giftie or rosette (on the pawticular day sent), I will add it to that day's Diary. I just didn't want you to think that I furgot to mention you in my Diary because that is not at all the case. Whatever day something was or is sent, you'll find your name to that day's Diary in the list of thank you's.

Tomorrow will be a hard day fur meowmy because it will be one month since I have earned my wings to Heaven (12/8/08). Mom is tearing as she's helping me to write this Diary and I just wish that I could be there to let her know I'm ok and that I'll always be watching over her just as I will with all of you. This is never easy fur any pawrent, no matter how much time passes by. Mom lost her beloved Caesar (Tabby kitty) in 1999 due to liver failure and there are still days when she hold his framed photo and cries. Memories will always hold a special bond and that is something that will last a lifetime.

I would now like to send a warm thank you to the following kitties who sent me lovely gifties & rosettes today: Lucky & fam (Angel wings), Sydney Rose & fam (star) and Sammie & KiKi (heart).

Mom is a bit tired as she had to work early this morning but I will continue to update my diary/thank you's throughout the evening.


Angel Purrrrs!

Being Honored COTW Is So Pawsome (Continuation Day #2)!

This is now day TWO of my furrtastic honor being Cat Of The Week and I'm so excited and appreciative fur all of your wonderful catgrats through gifties, rosettes & p-mails... We couldn't believe it when we saw my cute photo on the main page of Catster yesterday and that made my meowmy so happy. It was nice to see my meowmy with such a big smile. It had also brought tears to her eyes but they were tears of missing me, love & excitement all wrapped up in one! Meowmy has to work in a little while but as soon as she returns home, I will update my Diary with thanking each of you. Please be sure to check out yesterday's Diary entry (DAY 1) as well as throughout the week fur my daily updates and thank you's.

Thanks again to all of you who have been making my celebration so special and most importantly fur keeping my memory in your hearts... Sending a warm thank you to the following kitties fur their beautiful catgrats gifties & rosies (today):

Sasha & fam (star), PorkChop (diamond), Eleanore "angel" (star), Margo (diamond), Teak & fam (diamond), Rocky Ann (star), Toffy & Vanessa (diamond), Bubby & fam (trophy), Colleen (trophy), Rufus (candle), Alex "finney" (trophy), Sagan & fam (heart), Rizza & fam (heart), Kinsey "angel" & fam (heart), Sir Sonny Bono "angel" (heart), Freddie H Mac & fam (heart), Diego & fam (heart) and Dusty miller (heart).

Thanks again fur being such pawsome furiends and I love you purrry much!


Angel Purrrrs!

Yippee Doodles... I'M CAT OF THE WEEK (Day 1)!

*wipes eyes from Heaven* Holy kittens, I'm meowless right now fur have been chosen with such a pawsome honor and this is such a great way to start off the New Year. Mom had a few errands to run this morning and when she left early this afternoon, I was not on the COTW page as she always looks to see who was honored. She returned home just moments ago and Isis' meowmy, auntie April had left a message filled with excitement, saying that I was chosen Cat Of The Week and that her request was answered. As soon as mom turned on the computer, there it was in her e-mail, along with mail fur me. Mom was so excited and proud that she couldn't wait to call daddy with the wonderful news. No matter what honor a kitty receives, it's still a wonderful honor but this one is the highest of merits and I feel super duper special. It has been purrry difficult fur my family after my passing and I don't like to see them sad and I understand that it's because they love and miss me but one day, we'll meet again. I have met wonderful furiends here at the Bridge and I've been playing mousies every single day and I don't get tired and I also have a healthy heart.

Unfortunately, I was only on Earth fur a little over 2 years but that little bit of time was filled with a lifetime of love and joy thanks to my beautiful family & furiends. My family did everything they could fur me until the end but I just couldn't fight the Cardiomyopathy anymore. Remember... life is too short and you should make each day a celebration because that's exactly what it is.

I would like to send a warm thank you to Catster fur my COTW honor, to auntie April fur the special request and to all of you fur your thoughtful p-mails. I would also like to sincerely thank the following kitties fur their their lovely catgrats gifties & rosettes:

Isis & fam (star), Lily & fam (diamond), Muppet "needing purrs" & fam (diamond), My family (diamond), Miles & fam (diamond), Arnold P (diamond), Karisma & fam (diamond), Mathis de Meowler & fam (star), Ashley "angel & fam (diamond), Albie "angel" & fam (diamond), Chloe "my fiancee & fam (star), Oly & fam (diamond), RAGS & fam (star), Romeo & fam (diamond), Mercy & fam (diamond), Prissy & fam (diamond), Sasha & fam (star), Gimli & fam (star), Luci (& fam (diamond), Ele & fam (star), Lucy & fam (diamond), Chai Latte & fam (star), Ivan & fam (winter wonderland purrr), Shadow & fam (trophy), SMUDGE & fam (trophy), Baby G & Little One (trophy), Bibi Anne "angel" (candle), Lady Lena & fam (mousie), Madi "needing purrs" & fam (heart), Rusty & fam (heart), Aldo & fam (heart), Eleanore "angel & fam (heart), Samoa & fam (heart), Ciao-Li (blue ribbon), Hunter & fam (snowflake), Nikko & Scooter (heart), Sully & Pansy (heart), Reno "angel" & fam (heart), Miracle & fam (heart), Sausage & Meatball (rose), Reena & fam (cool shades), Piewackit & fam (blue ribbon) and Bentley "angel & fam (heart).

Please know that as soon as I get a chance as the week goes on, I'll be thanking each of you individually fur your thoughtful catgratulations... *blowing Angel kisses*


Angel Purrrrs!

It's Now Officially A New Year!

It's now a whole New Year here at the Bridge and I've been meeting so many new furiends as well as playing mousies fur hours everyday without getting tired. There is no nighttime here at the Bridge and it's always beautiful and sunny with a purrty rainbow. I know that meowmy & daddy are purrry sad that I wasn't able to celebrate the New Year with them on earth, but I did wish them a Happy 2009 here at the Bridge and they know how much I love and miss them, just as they do with me. We may not be together right now but one day we will and love never dies, no matter how much time passes. I am grateful that my kitty daddy, Monte got to celebrate the New Year with my family and that he's now part of such a wonderful home and life. He will be so happy and certainly purrry spoiled. This is something that I wanted fur daddy Monte and planned so carefully. Things happen fur a reason, even though it's not easy to understand or accept fur our humans. This is why it's so important to make each day that you're on earth a special celebration and that's exactly how I lived my wonderful 2 years with my pawsome family. I couldn't have asked fur a more loving and caring family and that is something that lasts a lifetime. Cardiomyopathy may have taken me early and when it did, I also took the love that I shared with all of you, along with me.

HAPPY NEW YEAR and may it bring you Health, Happiness & Blessings. Always know how much I love each of you and appreciate your furiendship...


Purrrrrs~
Angel Picasso

Celebrating My First New Year At The Bridge!

In just 4 days, I'll be celebrating my 1st New Year's at the Bridge... I have met so many wonderful furiends and have been given the most beautiful wings. Of course I would have liked to spend the New Year with my family but God had different plans fur me. He has now given me new heart and don't have to take medicine anymore. Everyday is always a pawty at the Bridge and I can run around and play mousies all day long without getting tired and needing to rest. The 2 years 4 months that my family gave to me was the bestest years of my life, although it wasn't as long as they had prayed fur... There are kitties on earth who live to be many years old and don't have the wonderful life that I endured and that I am grateful fur. Mom did everything she could fur me and not once did she ever give up. She fought with me until the purry end when it was time fur me to go to Heaven to be with god and lots of kitty Angels. I know that one day I'll meet up again with furiends and family and as mom always says "This is not a furever good bye as we'll all meet again one day. All of my special furiends on Catster have made my short life a wonderful one from my 1st Birthday to my 2nd one. I met a beautiful girl named Chloe who will always be my girl and there is no distance that will ever come between us. That goes fur my love to all of you. I pawmise to watch over each of you and protect you with each and everyday... I would lke to send a warm thank you to each of you fur your lovely gifties & rosettes. Meowmy fell a little behind and didn't get a chance to thank each of you individually. Please know how much we appreciate your thoughtfulness.

Mom just made a special and beautiful page fur me and I know it was purry difficult fur her as she cried just as she is now while helping me with my Diary entry. I just wish that I could take my little white paw and wipe the tears away as she cries each time she visits my page... She knows how much I love her and that if it wasn't fur the love, support and tremendous care, I wouldn't have been on earth as long as I was. Thank you meowmy fur being the bestest mom in the whole wide world and I love you purrry much *sprinkles Angel dust*

I am so happy that my daddy, Monte found such a wonderful home with a pawsome family and this is something that he deserves. Remember, if it wasn't fur my daddy Monte, I would have never been able to share my love and joy with my family and all of you. God works in mysterious ways and when he chose me as his Angel, I chose Monte to take my place with my family.

May all of you have a Happy, Healthy & Blessed New Year and always know that I'm watching over you... I miss you meowmy, daddy, Cocoa, Kashmere, Jaspurr, Aspen, Snowmitts, Biscotti & Cannoli and I'm glad you are now in your furever home, daddy!


Purrrrs From Heaven!

Thanking My Purrrry Special Furiends!

Today, I received two more sets of lovely wings from my dear furiends, *DAISY "ILM" (doggie)* and *KRISHNA* Mom was in tears as she looked at what a beautiful Angel I make and how much she misses me. My page is so purrty with my Angel pictures and I would like to thank Daisy, Krishna & Autumn fur being so kind and doing this fur me *blows kisses* I will be alternating my beautiful Angel pictures as each one has a special place in our hearts. I would also like to thank my sweet Angel furiend, *CLAWDIA "ILM"* fur helping me to get my wings.

Mom also received a purrry special envelope and it traveled all the way from Australia. This special delivery was from *RIZZA* As I was looking down from Heaven while mom was opening it, I was expecting a Kangaroo to jump out but there weren't any *giggles* Enclosed was a lovely card with butterflies and a nice message inside all about me. There were also 2 postcards... One of "The Story of The Murray River" and the other of a cute Kangaroos. See, I told you that there were Kangaroos inside of that envelope! There was also a green padded pouch and inside was the most gorgeous pendant charm of a Dragonfly. The charm is silver with multicolored crystal stones. Meowmy was so touched and held the Dragonfly close to her heart. Rizza had explained that Dragonflies are considered to be messages between worlds (this one and the next).

Just a few days ago, meowmy also received a beautiful Kirks Folly silver kitty angel pin called "Angel Whiskers" from auntie Brenda (ASHLEY "ILM"). Mom is going to put in on her long black wool coat. The wings on the kitty also sparkle like stars at night and it's really is so purrty. There was also a purry sweet sympathy card enclosed.

Each of you have made my adventure to the Bridge so special and you have touched my meowmy purrry deeply. I would like to thank each of you from the bottom of my heart fur all of your thoughtfulness and kindness during my families time of sorrow. Thanks again fur being the beautiful furiends that you are and I love you dearly.

Sending a warm thank you to the following kitties fur their lovely gifties & rosettes: Bubby & fam (star), Isis & fam (wreath) Reena & fam (Catmas tree-to all of my siblings), Krishna (heart), Chloe "my girl" (snowflake), Daisy "ILM" snowflake"


Purrrrs!

Our Beloved Picasso is Back Home!

Hello my dear friends~
I wanted to let all of Picasso's friends know that he is now back home... Last night, Rob and I took Monte & Biscotti in for their shots and to pick up our beloved Picasso... It was very sad when the girl handed me the box which contained his chest of ashes but at the same time, we felt closure because our little darling was coming back to his family. She also handed me Picasso's yellow blankie which he was last with and it was folded nicely in a bag. I will not wash it as it will be placed in his special keepsake box with all of his cards and 1st B-day balloons (deflated & folded), etc which he has received from his wonderful Catster friends. This has been a very difficult 10 days for us and will be for a long long time. There hasn't been a day which I haven't cried, thinking about Picasso and the wonderful 2 years-4 months that he has given us. He was a true blessing and I thank God each day for blessing us with such a little angel. When I got home last night, we let the kitties out of their carriers and then I proceeded upstairs with the white box, containing Picasso's Cremation Chest. I carefully opened the white box and enclosed was a lovely card which has the Rainbow Bridge poem and attached is the Cremation Certificate. I then removed the Cherrywood Chest, opened it and picked up the beautiful white cloth which has Picasso ashes wrapped inside and sealed. I kisses the cloth and told my baby how much I love him and that he is now home. I slowly placed the cloth back into the Chest and then added one of his favorite mousies, along with a blue sachet which I have clippings of his fur from the evening he passed away. I closed his Chest and placed it on the bureau. Picasso's resting place will be in our Master Bedroom where he will be with us each morning we awaken and each evening we go to sleep.

Picasso was such a fighter and he deserves so much credit for that. I did my very best as a mommy to give him a wonder and happy life and I know that I succeeded in doing so, although his short life of 2 years-4 months was way too brief, the love and joy that he has given in return is a lifetime. We must measure life by the quality, not by quantity even though it's difficult to do because a life being as short as my Cassi's seems so unfair and truly is. My baby touched so many lives in such a special way and that is something that I am very grateful for. I would also like to thank each and everyone of you for all of your support, love and prayers during this difficult time, not only for me but for Picasso. Please always remember the lovely memories that he has given each of you because that is what he would have wanted. No matter how much time passes, Picasso's love and memories will live on forever and ever. Thanks again for all of the love you have shown him as well and for making him one of your besties. May God bless you and always keep you happy, healthy and safe.

Welcome home my sweet Picasso and I know that you are now an angel watching over us. I do believe that God needed a special angel and that's why he chose you. Remember my darling boy, this is only a temporary parting because one day we will meet again and live on together forever with no parting or end... We love and miss you so very very much!

I would like to send a warm thank you to *MAYNARD* (from Rainbow Bridge Kitties) for the beautiful Tribute Slideshow and song that she put together of Picasso for his page... That was so sweet and very thoughtful. I'm also sending another thank you to each and everyone for all of your lovely and thoughtful phone calls, p-mails, group messages, gifties, rosettes, Sympathy cards & Christmas cards and for welcoming my Cassi back home. Your love and support means so much to my family and me.

Love Always~
Picasso's mommy, Barbi
xoxo

Today Is One Week Since My Journey To The Bridge!

Tonight at 6:25 pm will be one week since I made my journey to Rainbow Bridge. My meowmy is having a purry difficult time right now, writing my diary entry as she is crying. I wish that I could come down and hug her with my sweet little paws but she knows that I'm looking down at her and miss her purrrry much. She took wonderful care of me during my time on Earth and I could have had a more loving and caring family and that I'm grateful fur. My life may have been short but the love that I received was furever. Thank you meowmy, daddy, Cocoa, Kashmere, Jaspurr, Aspen, Snowmitts, Biscotti & Cannoli fur making me the happiest kitty in the world and fur your conditional love. Remember... this is not a furever good bye and one day when it's time fur your journey, I will be waiting to greet you again, just how you greeted me the day you brought me home. I love you!

Yesterday, meowmy went back to work fur the first time after my journey and it was so hard fur her (she took off the entire week, last week). She received lot of hugs from those who understood her grief and loss. I was also chosen on December 14th from the PAWS group to be one of the "12 Day Of Christmas" kitties. Each day up until Christmas, there will be a special kitty honored fur that day to be chosen one of the "12 days Of Christmas" kitties. Thank you fur choosing me and thinking of my family during this sad time.

As I am watching down from the Bridge, I see that my beautiful daddy, Monte is having a wonderful time in his new home and is getting so much love. This is something that I wanted and I couldn't have asked fur anything more than my daddy to go to a furever home who will love him just as I have been. This is my special gift to my family from me and if it wasn't fur Monte, I would have never been born to spread all of the love & joy to each of you as I did... Thank you, daddy and I know that my legacy will live on through you!

I would also like to send a warm thank you to my dear furiends fur their gifties/rosettes: Awesome Kitty & fam (bouquet of flowers), Lady Lena (diamond), Margo "RKN" (diamond), Isis & fam (fireplace), Madison & fam (catmas tree), Rusty & fam (candle), Lilly & Lucy (candle), Dusty Miller & fam (snowflake), Jill & fam (rainbow), Duke & fam (rainbow), Scooter & fam (snowflake), Flower & fam (Snowflake), Shadow & fam (heart), KC Sunshine & fam (heart).

Today is also a purrry important day because my dear mousie buddy, Fido and his gorgeous girl, Allie will be getting married this evening. I will coming down from the Bridge to celebrate their glorious and special day.

When you look into my big blue eyes, please know that I had a wonderful life, although I know so many are purrrry sad. My family is hurting terribly but at the same time, they hold the lovely memories that we have given each other every moment of everyday.


****I will be sure to thank each of you individually fur my lovely gifties and rosettes***


Purrrrs!

Thanking Each And Everyone Of You!

I just wanted to let all of my dear furiends know that I am having a pawsome time at the Bridge... I now have a healthy new heart and I'm playing with lots of neat mousies, too. This has been purrry difficult fur my pawrents, especially since they were not expecting me to leave them as suddenly as I did this past Monday. My ashes will be returning back home next Wednesday and I hope with that, my beautiful family will find some closer, though it will be difficult. I was taken care of so well while my time here on earth and I have met so many terrific and supportive furiends. My meowmy will always ask "why my precious baby Cassi at such a young age" but it was up to God, as he needed a special angel in Heaven and chose me to brighten up the skies. I was a little over 2 years when I made my journey but those brief years were the best that any kitty could have ever asked fur. I was loved unconditionally, got lots of mousies, yummmy treats and my family always made me feel so special because each day was a celebration fur me.

I would like to send a warm thanks to all of you who have sent such beautiful and touching P-Mails to my family and me. I would also like to thank the following fur their gifties & rosettes:

My family (star/candle), Karisma "sis" & fam (star/wings), Isis & fam (star/wings), Fido & fam (star), Tabby (star), Sky (star), Sally "ILM" (star/mousie), Diego & fam (star), Gimme & fam (star), Sydney Rose & fam (star), Buddie "ILM" (star/wings), Murray & fam (star), Sully & Pansy (star), Rocky Ann (star), Mr D (star), Oly & fam (star), Ashley & fam (star/wings), Ashlye Delicious & fam (star), Hunter & fam (star), Simba "loved" (star/band aid/wings), Ripley & gang (star), Boots & fam (star), Mathis Der Meowler & fam (star), Sagan & fam (star), Dexter "CK & fam (star), Ivan & fam (star), Moozer & fam (star), Murphy & fam (star), Morgan The Pirate Gato & fam (star), Titch & fam (star), Blackie & fam (star), Simon & fam (star), Colleen & fam (star), Sausage & Meatball (star), KC Sunshine & fam (star), Lexi & fam (star), Maggie Moo & fam (star), Toffy & Vanessa (star), Chrissy & fam (star), Alex & fam (star), Harry (star), Gimli & fam (star), Sammie & KiKi (diamond), Kodi & fam (diamond/wings), Lilly & fam (diamond), Pedro & fam (diamond), Samoa & fam (wings), Tommy & fam (wings), Skinner & fam (wings), Angel Amelia (wings), Muppet & fam (wings), Sweet Shelby (wings), Mercy & fam (wings), Cali & Leo (wings), Molly & fam (wings), Alex "Finney" (wings), SMUDGE & fam (wings), Mackie & Shelby (wings), Andre & N'Nikay (wings), Bubby & fam (wings), Allie & fam (wings), Eve & fam (wings), Stipey & Maya (wings), Sweet Gracie (candle), Moses & fam (candle), Albie & fam (candle), Shadow & fam (candle/paw), Squeakers & fam (candle), Griffin & fam (candle), Grover & fam (candle), Alexander & fam (candle), Garp & fam (candle), Tutti & fam (candle), Sir Sonny Bono & fam (candle), Baby-G & fam (candle), Rufus & fam (candle), Bamboo & fam (candle), Reena & fam (candle/paw), Bonnie & Snickey (candle), Fluffy & Alex (mousie), Ambro & fam (paw), Tommy & fam (paw), Chloe (paw), Karisma & fam (paw), Patches & fam (paw), Rizza & fam (paw), Mipo & fam (heart), Spot & fam (heart), Pearlie & fam (heart), Margo "RKN (rainbow), Smudge & Bob (rainbow), Sampson & fam (rainbow), Ciao & fam (rainbow), Bella & fam (rainbow), Teebo & Callie (rainbow), Lilly & fam (rainbow), Nikko & Scooter (rainbow), Nugget & fam (rainbow), Aldo & fam (rainbow), Chai Latte & fam (rainbow), Kit Kat (rainbow), Weezer & fam (rainbow), Morey Amsterdam (rainbow), Freddie & fam (rainbow), Prissy & fam (rainbow), Edgar & fam (rainbow), Pooter's & fam (rainbow), Conner & fam (rainbow), Tigger & fam (rainbow), Mr Sister & fam (rainbow), Milo & fam (rainbow), Hershey & fam (rainbow), Jill Of The Rainbow & fam (rainbow), Heidi "ILM" (mistletoe), Bushy & fam (cool shades).

If by any chance, I furgot a kitty, please let me know so that I can add you to the list. There were so many wonderful furiends who were thinking of me and I want to make sure that I didn't by pass anyone *hands each an angel mousie*

On behalf of my family and me, we would like to thank my purrty Chloe girl and her family fur the beautiful bouquet of flowers and lovely note which was delivered last night and to PorkChop & family fur the gorgeous large Peace Lily plant and lovely note which was delivered on Tuesday. My family and I would also like to extend sincere thanks to the following fur their thoughtful sympathy cards as well: Dr Wray & Staff, Auntie Hazel Lucy & Julie (handmade card), Chloe & fam and Ashley "ILM" & fam. We also received a cute Catmas card from Samoa & fam!

That's not all... I would like to thank Autumn fur my beautiful wings which helped me to make my journey to Rainbow Bridge. Remember my dear furiends, this is not a furever good bye and one day I will see all of you again with open paws *blowing kisses* LOVE YOU!


Here is a beautiful poem that was sent to my family from my dear furiends, Smudge & fam and Reena & fam:

I Am Always With Them"

And God asked the feline spirit,
"Are you ready to come home?"
"Oh, yes, quite so," replied the precious soul,
"And, as a cat, you know I am most able to decide anything for myself."
"Are you coming then?" asked God.
"Soon," replied the whiskered angel,
"But I must come slowly, for my human friends are troubled
For, you see, they need me, quite certainly."
"But don't they understand?" asked God, "That you'll never leave them?
That your souls are intertwined. For all eternity?
That nothing is created or destroyed? It just is....forever and ever and ever."
"Eventually they will understand," replied the glorious cat,
"For I will whisper into their hearts that I am always with them,
I just am....forever and ever and ever."

In Loving Memory of Picasso
07/30/06 - 12/08/08



Here is another beautiful poem written by Auntie Brenda (Ashley's meowmy):

Two years is all I needed
Don’t shed any tears for me
I am happy as an angel can be
I have wings that make me fly
Our love we shared will never die
I am with a lot of good friends
With our bond our love never ends
All your loves before me
Are here with me too,
We all play in Heavens light
As we all wait for you
The mice up here are very nice
About their tails, I might think twice.


Purrrrs~
"Angel" Picasso
xoxo

I Have Made My Journey To The Bridge

On Monday, December 8, 2008 (last night) at approximately 6:25, I made my journey to Rainbow Bridge which we were not expecting at that time. Mom took me in to see Dr. Wray yesterday evening to have a check up since I wasn't eating as much as she would have liked. He checked my gum's and my nose coloring which was normal and I had no fever. I was breathing quite heavily and it was a bit difficult fur Dr. Wray to listened to my heart because of my rapid breathing in combination with some fluids which indicated that my heart was getting worse and that I was was in CHF. He proceeded to give me a shot of Furosemide (lasix) and Famotidine-for stomach). I didn't even lose much weight since my visit in February and that was also good. After I calmed down while I was closely monitored, I walked myself back into the carrier while mom and the assistant helped zipper it back up. I was quiet while meowmy paid the bill and proceeded to take me back home. As she left the hospital, I made 2 groaning sounds which meowmy suddenly looked at me through the carrier and said "Cassi... are you ok baby?" I slowly laid my head towards the side and didn't respond in anyway. I took my last breath with my meowmy. Mom then ran back into the hospital and was crying in panic and ran to the first empty room. Dr. Wray along with 2 assistants came over and shut the door behind them. Mom was on the floor hysterically in disbelief. Dr. Wray then took me out of the carrier, listened to my heart and knew that I had made my journey. Mom was in shock and couldn't believe that I was no longer with her. My heart had gotten worse (larger) and my passing was from the result of having a heart attack. I was only a little over 2 years of age and fought a long hard battle with this horrible heart disease. My meowmy made sure that I took my medication 2x daily everyday and took excellent care of me. My daddy was my bestest furiend and always will be. Both of my pawrents are taking this purrry hard and I did my best to hang on but my heart just couldn't do it anymore. Dr. Wray did explain that since I had passed away so suddenly, I wouldn't have hung on much longer because of the severity of my Cardiomyopathy. He did everything pawsible as well as my meowmy but sometimes, we are just too weak to fight. It was like I wanted to be only with her before I made my journey and that's why I waited until we got outside. I passed away quickly and peacefully. Before leaving me after my passing, mom gave me several kisses goodbye and told me how purrry much she loves me and that I'll always be her baby. She then had some beautiful fur clipped from me and will be placing it my with me when I return back home.

When I was first diagnosed with severe Cardiomyopathy in January of 2007, the Cardiologist didn't expect me to make it through the week. then in May, I was back in CHF and pulled through but wasn't again, expecting to make it. I remained stable, taking 7 pills daily and with the love from my beautiful family who helped me live as long as I did. Cardiomyopathy is a progressive disease and there is no getting better... only worse. I was in high risk of having a Thrombolism (throwing a clot that paralyzes the back legs) which is extremely painful but thankfully, never did. Mom made sure that I took my medications everyday as well as the 1/2 baby aspirin every 3rd to help prevent clotting.

Mom is going to have a paw print made today at the vet's office before I am sent to be privately cremated. I will be returning back home to my family next Wednesday. I would like to thank all of my special and caring furiends on Catster fur all of your beautiful p-mails, gifties, rosettes and Rainbow Bridge group invites. A special thanks goes out to my dear furiend, Autumn (Samoa's fam) fur making my wings to help guide me to the Bridge. I may not be with you here on Earth but I will furever be watching over each and everyone of you from heaven. I will sadly miss my pawsome family who was there every step of the way and did everything in their power to make my life a wonderful and special one. If it wasn't fur them, I wouldn't have lived as long as I have.

I will thank each of you when mom is feeling up to it... I pawmise that I will get in touch with each and everyone of you individually and your love means more than everything. Daddy is on his way home from his business trip which he is leaving earlier than anticipated to be with meowmy.

A special note to my lovely girlfriend, Chloe: "I love you sweetie and I will always be your Cassi and you'll always be my Chloe."


I LOVE YOU & MISS ALL OF YOU!


Kisses~
Angel Picasso

My Beautiful Picasso Is Now An Angel.

A Message From Picasso's Mommy:

To all of my wonderful friends at Catster... I am in shock right now and I'm too upset to do a full diary. Picasso passed away at the vet this evening at approx 6:25 pm, suddenly from Congestive Heart Failure. He was too sick to fight even with the shot of Lasix. I want to thank each of you for all of your caring p-mails, gifties and rosettes. Please know how much I love all of you and appreciate all that you have done for Picasso and me. When I am up to it, I will be sure to thank each and everyone of you as well as update his Diary entry. You have been such great support and my beloved Picasso will always love you VERY much!

Love Always~
Barbi

I Have A Vet Appointment This Evening!

Tonight I have an appointment to see Dr Wray, which I'm not looking forward to, but I do like him purrrry much... He is in surgery all day so that's why he'll be seeing me later on instead. Dr Wray always makes us feel so comfortable and makes such a fuss over how beautiful we are and shows such compassion. I have not been feeling myself fur the past several days, as my appetite isn't as big as it usually is. Basically, I've been just picking at my food instead of chowing which I usually do. Sometimes kitties get in strange moods where they won't eat much or even not at all fur a day but it has been a few days that I'm picking and mom is purrry worried, especially with my having very severe Cardiomyopathy. She has been syringe feeding me baby food in addition to my picking at the dry food. I have been going potty which shows that I've been eating and drinking a little something. I haven't been distant from my siblings or anyone and I'm responsive, as well. My breathing pattern is not labored to the extreme, which is always a big concern fur all of us. Actually, my breathing will always be labored which is normal when dealing with the extent of my illness. We're purraying that it's not something more serious and that Dr. can give me something to help encouraging my eating intake. Cardiomyopathy is a purrry serious and complicated disease, which I was diagnosed almost 2 years ago (in February). There are ups and downs but each and everyday is a blessing that I spend with my family. Please keep me in your purrrrs and purrayers that everything will be ok with my vet visit. Mom has always felt purrry strongly about the "power of purrayers" and everyday is a purrayer answered. Thanks again to each of you fur thinking of me and keeping me in your daily purrayers...

Also, my furiend Mouse is in need of purrrrs so please keep him in your thoughts & purrayers as well.

I would like to thank all of my furiends fur their lovely get well wishes and thoughtful gifties & rosettes: My family (candle of hope), SMUDGE (wreath), Tommy & fam (paw power), Chloe & fam (paw power), Rufus (paw power).


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Holy Kittens... I'm Today's Daily Diary Pick!

*chases mousies* I couldn't believe it when mom signed on not too long ago and I had messages, not only from Catster & auntie Hazel Lucy, informing me that I was a DDP, but also from my pawsome furiends... Unfortunately, meowmy is getting ready fur work shortly but as soon as she gets home, she'll help me update my diary and send individual thank you's to each and every kitty fur their thoughtfulness. It is always such an honor to be in the spotlight, but especially to have such wonderful and caring furiends like all of you *blowing kisses*

We're so happy that our dear furiend, Muppet is now out of surgery and is resting. Hopefully, she'll be coming home on Friday to be with her family. We love you lil' Muppet & auntie Cheryl and you're always in our thoughts & purrayers! By the way, Muppet is also Cat Of The Week and that is an honor she so well deserves... Feel better soon sweetie!

Sending a warm thank you to Catster fur choosing me and to my auntie Hazel Lucy, as well as the following kitties fur their lovely giftie and rosettes: Isis & fam (diamond), Chloe "my girl" (trophy), Muppet (diamond), SMUDGE & fam (wreath), Fido & fam (shades), Samoa & fam (shrimpie), Sausage & Meatball (shades), shadow & fam (blue ribbon), Hunter & Munky(drumstick), Sully & Pansy (shrimpie), Reena & fam (white ribbon) & Mercy & fam (red ribbon) & Patchez & fam (red ribbon).


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Mom Took More Catmas Photos Today!

Holy kittens and caboodles... meowmy decided to take more photos today since she wasn't too fond of the green cloth in the previous ones. I thought that they looked just fine but nope, not fur meowmy *giggles* We were all purrrrrrry good and even Kashmere posed without rolling in a ball or running away. Afterwards, we each received some yummmy kitty cod fur being such troopers. Mom decided to get Kashy a new Mrs Claws Catmas outfit so now she looks similar to us, except fur she has a black bow and pufffy skirt where ours has a buckle. Unfortunately, the one photo that meowmy took of me looking straight into the camera had major yellow eye glow and there was nothing that she could do since it was so extreme.

Daddy left fur Long Island, NY early this morning fur a week and of course, we'll all miss him. Mom goes back to work tomorrow which she wishes she was off another day but hey, at least she got to spend 3 days off in a row with us.

Hope all is having a pawsome week so far and be sure to keep nice and cozy during this cold weather. Mom is planning on lighting the fireplace in a little while and settling in watching some lifetime movies with a cup of tea. Before doing so, she needs to get our Catmas photos printed at Target and pick up some candy canes fur the tree.

Tomorrow, our dear and sweet furiend, Muppet gets her surgery so please keep Muppet and her meowmy in your thoughts, purrrs and purrayers. We love you little girl and wish you all the best *blows kisses*


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We Received A Pawkage From Mercy & Family!

OMC... not too long ago when daddy brought in the mail, there was a purrty paisley pawkage just fur us and it was from our dear furiends, Mercy & Family... Mom helped us open it and enclosed were really cute Easter bunny ears and a beautiful Thanksgiving card with little pilgrim bunnies on the front and it was addressed to the entire family. Mercy wanted to send the ears early just so we have them fur when Easter arrives. She knew that last year mom pasted ears on us so she just wants us to have the real thing this time *sending kisses*

Thank you so much Auntie Janet and family fur thinking of us and fur always being so kind and th0ughtful... Now we can't wait until Easter hops by so that we can put on our new & pawsome bunny ears but mom won't allow to wear them until Easter... That means that every kitty will just have wait to see us dressed up as the Easter Kitties!


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Getting Ready Fur Catmas & Santa Paws!

Today is a chilly, rainy and dreary day here in Souther New Jersey and I don't think that the sunshine will be showing itself anytime soon. Well, as you can see, our Catmas pages are now up and we're even dressed in our Santa outfits and Kashmere is her beautiful Catmas dress. Mom can't believe how quickly the Holidays are approaching and there's still so much to do. She spent several hours last night working on our pages. After all, we do have a big furrry family!

Meowmy is off fur the next few days so she's going to start getting things ready fur Catmas. Our tree was put up the day before Thanksgiving as well as the home decorations and outside lights. I have a sneaky suspicion that daddy may be taking mom out today to look at Laptops and then he'll let Santa know which one she likes... Hummmm, I wonder if she'll get her present a little early this year? Does that mean Santa Paws will also bring our gifties early as well? I doubt it purrry much but that's ok because we can wait until Catmas. I think humans are more anxious than we kitties are but then again, I don't know about that *giggles*

Hope all of you are having a pawsome Sunday and staying nice and toasty. Well... those who live in the cooler climates of course. I think my pawrents will light the fireplace later on since it is now that time of year.


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Happy Thanksgiving To All!

Holy kittens... it's here... it's here... Turkey Day has finally arrived! Unfortunately, meowmy has to work until 6:15 this evening but daddy did say that he'll bring home a "turkey bag" fur all of us from his niece's. Meowmy and daddy are both off tomorrow so they plan on just relaxing and may be going out to lunch.

Yesterday, mom left work a little earlier because part of her temporary filling came out from the root canal so she made an emergency visit to the dentist fur him to add some more. Unexpectedly, he decided to go ahead and start with the post (prior to the crowning procedure). The posting was suppose to be done on December 9th but since everything looked good, he decided to start it a little early. She wasn't feeling purrry comfortable last night and took a long time to eat her pasta at the restaurant. Mom's tooth feels like when a filling hits tin foil because the post is titanium and the permanent filling is metal. It goes through her whole mouth, but with time, she'll feel better. At least she's now only 2 visits away from her completed root canal therapy!

Oh, I furgot to mention that as soon as mom came home from the dentist, she noticed that daddy had hung the outside Catmas lights. That made her feel a little better... Dad knew how much work she did with the tree and home, so he wanted to make everything complete. It's little things such as that which makes meowmy so happy!

May all of you have a wonderful TURKEY DAY and don't furget to meow fur some extras. We can't wait until daddy brings home our goodies this evening. As fur meowmy, she'll be eating cranberry sauce, mashed potatoes and stuffing. She doesn't feel comfortable yet eating turkey since she just visited with Mr Dentist yesterday. She already has a nice pumpkin pie waiting in the frig (with whipped cream)!

Sending a warm thank you to our dear and special furiends, Eve & family fur the cute Thanksgiving turkey and Holiday wishes...

HAPPY THANKSGIVING!



****UPDATE**** Meowmy ended up stopping by daddy's niece's fur Thanksgiving dinner... She was a bit tired after working, but since daddy really wanted to spend Thanksgiving with her as well, she decided to meet him there. Dad's niece only lives about 5 minutes from our home so that's not too bad. About an hour later, meowmy & daddy left together fur home. Mom had escarole soup, stuffing, mashed potatoes, cranberry sauce and a tiny bit of turkey all cut up with gravy. Thankfully, her root canal didn't bother her much but then again, she ate on the opposite side.

Mom will be helping us with our Catmas pages as soon as she gets a chance, which hopefully will be this weekend... Unfortunately, mom does have to work the weekend but she will do her best. Hopefully, all of my beautiful furiends and their families had a beautiful and blessed Thanksgiving with lots of delicious food. Mom even brought us home a container of turkey which was purrry thoughtful, as usual.


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Our Catmas Tree Is Now Decorated!

Early this morning, daddy and meowmy went our fur breakfast and then shortly after arriving back home, mom decided to put up the Catmas tree. Holy kittens... she started shortly after 7:00 am and didn't get done until noon. She even has the rotating stand which she's always enjoyed. As fur us, we love to lay under it and just watch it go around and around. Then mom put all of the other home decorations up as well which took several more hours. Daddy will be doing the outdoor lights, tomorrow sometime while mom is working. She loves to come home and see the purrty Catmas lights all lit up. The tree looks so purrty. unfortunately, meowmy couldn't find her tree skirt from last year, which we think the tree skirt thief took it so she had to stop by the mall to buy another one.

Mom went to the eye doctor's yesterday and he said to use special prescription antibiotic drops once daily along with warm compresses 6x daily to see if this helps her condition. If the Chalazion doesn't subside, than she'll need surgery on December 10th. She is not to wear her contacts fur 10 days which she hates that idea but it's doctor's orders. As fur the dental visit, that went well and Mr dentist said that the pain should be going away soon and what she is experiencing is normal. Her next appointment fur the root canal post is December 9th

You will never believe what I did??? Well, yesterday, meowmy brought home a tub of Kitty Cod, which I LOVE LOVE LOVE! Today, she and daddy gave me some before meowmy had to get her tree skirt and daddy went out with his furiend Bobby fur a few hours. Mom furgot to put the tub of cod away and when she came home, there it was laying on the floor between my two paws. that wasn't all... I chewed lots of holes in the container, including the lid. Since I had enough pieces earlier, mom told me no more. I then let out a pitiful meow (in hopes that she'd give in) but the answer was still NO! Well, I stood up, looked at her with my big blue eyes and tapped her on the nose with my paw and walked away while she was laughing. She got a big kick out of that. Yesterday, Biscotti tried to eat my Meow Mix Wholesome Goodness soft food "tub" and I let him have it and I don't mean the food! I smacked him in the noggin and then chased him out of the kitchen. He better know who's boss in this household. That was another moment when mom started to laugh. Hummm... I think she likes when I show the others that I have the upper paw. Well, not always unless it comes to my favorite food or treats! Otherwise, I'm a purrry quiet, sweet and laid back guy. Oh, by the way, Isis now gave me the nick name of Picasso-tude (just like mom gave Jaspurr the name "Jaspurr-tude"). I wonder if mom will start saying Cassi-tude fur short? Wow, my own special name that shows I'm boss *pats back*

In just a few days is Turkey day and I can't wait fur daddy to bring home goodies from his niece's. Unfortunately, mom has to work so she won't make it fur dinner.

Earlier today, Spunky made his journey to Rainbow Bridge and our thoughts & purrayers are with him and his family during this sad time!

Sending a warm thanks to my dear fuiend, Isis & family fur the lovely heart rosie. Don't furget to check out the adorable picture of Cannoli and me sitting under the Catmas tree, together. I think he may be waiting fur Santa Paws to come down the chimney???


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Mom Got Our Catmas Outfits Today!

Today, meowmy got our Catmas outfits but we can't tell you until you see us all dressed up. Cannoli also got the same one but only smaller. He's a dog size small which is from 7-12 pounds! Holy kittens is he growing!!! Mom better take his photo soon before he outgrows he new Catmas attire! Mom is so excited to get us ready fur the Holidays and what makes it even more special is that it's Cannoli's FIRST CATMAS!

Actually, meowmy is planning on Catmas decorating either early this week or towards the end of the week and of course it's daddy's job to get everything down from the attic & garage *giggles* Last year, meowmy purchased a large pre-lit 7-1/2 foot blue spruce tree and the diam is 65" We're not sure how baby Cannoli will react with the tree but mom refuses NOT to have one as she's had a tree every single Holiday and believes that decorating the home (inside and out) adds such beauty to the Holiday and warms the heart. We usually have the fireplace burning every night during the winter months as well, but now mom is talking about pawsibly converting it to gas as it will make things a bit easier and it just as purrty.

On Monday at 11:00 am, meowmy has to go to the special eye doctor/surgeon because she has a Chalazion (bump) in her eye lid so she wants it removed if pawsible. It really isn't all that noticeable but she knows it's there and that of course bothers her. That's not all... If her root canal toothie (4th tooth from the front) isn't feeling any better, she'll be visiting the dentist either later on Monday or early Tuesday since she's off. Our pawrents are both off on Black Friday but plan on staying in since that's the worst shopping day of the year and traffic will be a nightmare. They feel it's not worth saving a few dollars here and there when having to deal with those horrible crowds and traffic! Friday may be the best time to do the Catmas decorating?!?! Mom has been hinting around to Santa fur a new Laptop and will give daddy her present one (Toshiba) which is 3 years old and operates on Windows XP). She likes Windows Vista and has been researching the Dell XPS series, Sony Vaio and Toshiba. She still wants to do more research before making any decisions. We do have the HP Multi-Media desktop and my pawrents are purrry pleased with it. Mom hasn't really researched the HP laptops yet.

May all of you and your families have a wonderful and Happy Thanksgiving! We would also like to send extra purrrs to our dear furiend, Missy as she was diagnosed with CRF this morning.


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I'm Today's Daily Diary Pick!

Holy mousies and more mousies... I'm today's DDP *does happy dance* I am always so excited when I get such a pawsome honor and mom is so proud of me, too!

Last night, meowmy wasn't feeling so great (at around midnight) because her gum area was hurting from the root canal. Then in the middle of the night, she had the worst tooth pain which the dentist explained she may experience discomfort from the procedure because of the surrounding tissue. Boy did she! Finally, she was able to get back to sleep and just woke up not too long ago. Mom still has to go back in a few more weeks fur the crowning procedure. No, she's not going to get a crown which would make her a Queen although she deserves to. If you read Cannoli's diary, our sweet furiend, Margo "RKN" thinks that mom is getting "crowned" Queen *giggles* That little Margo is just too cute and made meowmy laugh when Cannoli received that p-mail.

Tomorrow, Cocoa & Biscotti will be going to Dr Wray fur their exams. Wait until he sees how large Biscotti has grown since his last vet appt at the age of 3 months. Cocoa started sneezing consecutively, yesterday so he's now on Clavamox and will still be seeing Dr. Wray on Thursday along with Biscotti since they're both due at the same time. There are only certain days when Dr Wray has availability fur multi-cat exams and he's always booked up. That's because every kitty loves him so much!

Later on this evening, daddy will be taking meowmy to dinner, but she'll have to order something which she can eat without irritating her tooth area. I'm sure that she'll have delicious fish while daddy eats a big juicy steak! Mom's not a steak person anyway, as she prefers seafood.

Sending a warm thank you to Catster fur choosing me and to the following kitties fur their thoughtful catgrats giftie/rosies: Isis & fam (diamond), Moses & fam (mousie), SMUDGE & fam (turkey), Fido & fam (drumstick), Mathis der Meowler & fam (turkey), Patchez & fam (pilgrim hat), Murphy & fam (drumstick), Margo (pilgrims hat), Hunter & Munky (shrimpie), Sammie & KiKi (shrimpie), my girl, Chloe (red ribbon), Reena & fam (blue ribbon), Baby-G (rose) and Mercy & fam (cool shades). Thanks auntie Hazel Lucy fur the sweet DDP reminder p-mail *blows kisses*


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Turkey Day is Approaching!

Holy kittens... can you believe that Turkey day is just around the corner?!?! We can't wait fur the yummmy Turkey to reach our kitty dinner plates *giggles* Mom and dad also have a free Turkey coming from the grocery store fur reaching their $300.00 dollar points so that means yet another Turkey dinner. One thing that we'll have to do is watch out fur Aspen because he LOVES chicken & turkey and will never share his dish, although we each have our own.

This is also a purrry special Thanksgiving because it's our baby brother, Cannoli's first celebration and wait until he sees what's in store fur him! Cannoli is doing wonderful and is becoming such a meowmy's boy. Yup, you heard correctly, a "meowmy's" boy big time! Every night, he'll jump into bed, waiting fur mom and then in the morning, he's back sleeping right next to her. During the middle of the night, he does tend to go his own way but ventures back to the bed in the early morning hours. Whenever mom comes home from work, he can't wait to greet her and as fur knowing his name, that he does. All you have to do is meow "Cannoli" and he comes running like a bolt of lightening. If mom is on the sofa watching tv or napping, baby will crawl right up to her and lay against her neck, purrring up a storm. Cannoli also loves daddy but seems to be more of a meowmy's boy, at least fur now... As he gets older, his purrsonality may change or become more neutral but fur now, we all know who his number one girl is!

This afternoon, my pawrents went to Tony Lukes fur lunch. Mom had an "Eggplant Italian" sandwich, which has cheese and broccoli rabe and daddy had a meatball sandwich. They also had yummmy bacon ranch fries to go with their delicious lunch. Tonight, mom is taking her sister (Auntie Lillian) out fur her Birthday dinner to the Olive Garden and she's also giving her a purrty Yankee candle gift set. Mom and Auntie Lill like to go out to dinner at least every other week and then walk around the mall with a cup of coffee, shopping! I wonder why they never take us along?

Remember my dear furiends, Thanksgiving is all about being grateful fur everything we have and to please keep those who are not so fortunate, in our thoughts & purrayers. Sending a warm thanks to the following kitties fur their giftie and rosette: Smudge & fam (turkey) and Moses & fam (butterfly).

UPDATE: Thank you purrry much Catster HQ fur the cute "Quirky Turkey" giftie that you so kindly sent to each of our pages... May your Holiday also be filled with lots of love and blessings.


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Enjoying The Fall Weather!

Sorry we haven't kept up with our Diary entries fur almost a week now *wipes forehead* Mom was sick last week into this week with a bad Upper Respiratory Infection and is now starting to feel a little better. Her chest still burns and has some fluid but she'll be just fine with a little more time. We are enjoying this fall weather and especially watching the leaves and squirrels. Mom plans on taking us strolling before the weather gets too chilly.

As fur the TAG game, we are so behind and really didn't have time... therefore, we are going to pass on the game this time but thanks so much fur tagging us. Actually, we can't even remember who tagged us first?!?!

After mom gets home from work tonight, daddy is planning on taking her to he Casino fur a nice relaxing dinner and then it's play time!!! This doesn't mean that she'll win but at least she'll have fun. My pawrents have always enjoyed the Casinos and they believe that every couple needs to get away, whether it's just fur an over night getaway or on vacation and we agree with them. Of course, we don't like them to go away but we know that it's nice fur them and they enjoy the quality time together.

If you get a chance, please check out little *CANNOLI'S * dance video... we think he's even planning on entering "Dancing With The Stars!" I bet all of those purrty girls would love to dance with cutie pie Cannoli *giggles*


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Yippeee Doodles... Daddy Is Home From Alaska (part#2)!

Daddy arrived home at about 10:30 am this morning and gave all of us a big kissie hello. He couldn't believe how handsome I look with my new fur growing in and I was one of the first to greet him. After all, I am a meowmy's boy... sorry mom! Dad met our baby bro, Cannoli fur the first time and said how cute he was. He then held him, wearing a big smile and kisses the top of his head. After my pawrents went out to breakfast, daddy and Cannoli took a nice nap on the sofa. Daddy also brought meowmy home a really nice Harley Davidson black sweat shirt and on the front, it reads "Harley Davidson" and a beautiful silk screening of a big polar bear and Eagle on the back that reads "Home Of Harley-Davidson Anchorage Alaska." That wasn't all... She also got a really cute pewter keyring of a polar bear and his legs move back and fourth *giggles* Awwww, that was so sweet of daddy. He explained to mom that there were no baby Harley Davidson shirts that would have fit us (too large) and of course, no pet stores. That's ok because he will make up fur it with lots of lovies. There is noting more valuable than the love from pawrents.

Welcome Home Daddy *gives a big kiss*

Sending a warm thanks to the following kitties fur their lovely rosies: my Chloe (football) and Shadow & fam (heart).

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Daddy Comes Home From Alaska, Today (part #1)!

*chases tail* Today is the big day that our daddy comes home from Alaska. He was there this time fur almost 7 weeks and we all missed him purrry much. Just wait until he sees how nicely my fur has grown in. We are anxious fur him to meet our baby brother fur the first time and I know that he'll just fall in love with that little whipper snapper! Also, meowmy has a meanie Upper Respiratory Infection so now the six on the 6 day pack antibiotics and something to help the congestion. She noticed the other day that she felt fluid in her chest area so decided to go to the doctors right after work, yesterday. Thankfully she did so that she can't start feeling better. the change of weather doesn't help.

I would also like to wish my brother, Aspen and his beautiful girl, *MURPHY* a Happy 1st Annifursary and many more. They surely are a fluffy and adorable couple.


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Wishing All A SPOOK-tacular Halloween!

Can you believe that tomorrow is already Halloween??? This is actually one of mom's favorite Holidays not to mention the trees changing such beautiful colors. Mom has several errands to run in the morning, but if it's not too chilly, she plans on taking us fur a stroll before all of the little humans come out to go "Trick-or-Treating." Mom's mouth is feeling a bit better after the dentist started root canal on Monday but she still has to go back on November 17th to have it completed and then after that, the crowning. Poor meowmy... she was in such pain the first few days. She's not too fond of the dentist to begin with and those needles, furget it! As fur teeth cleaning, she doesn't mind that at all. The dentist said that a filling had fallen out without mom's knowledge and that's why she ended up having to get a root canal. By the time she felt severe pain, it was already too late but she wanted to save her toothie! Hummm... I never heard anything about kitties needing a root canal?!?!

Guess what??? Daddy comes home on Wednesday and we are so excited. He called mom this afternoon with the pawsome news and wait until he gets to meet baby Cannoli. Little does daddy know that Cannoli likes to sleep all sprawled out on his pillow. That means dad needs to make extra room at night fur the him. Baby has been ruling the bed since he came home on October 2nd *giggles*

Sending a warm thanks to the lovely kitties fur their thoughtful Halloween gifties & rosettes: Chloe ( trick or treat & cat), Muppet "needs purrs" (trick or treat), Karisma & fam (pumpkie), Reena & fam (pumpkie & witch hat), Rufus (bat), Bonnie (cat), Smudge (pumpkie), Alex "Finney" (candy corn), Angel Amelia (cat), Belle (pumpkie) and Moses & fam (ghost).

We would like to wish every kitty and their families a SPOOK-tacular Halloween filled with lots of treats, not tricks. Please stay safe enjoy your day.

Thank you my sweet Chloe bear & fam fur the cute Halloween card and gorgeous photos of you *blowing kisses* The card has an adorable tabby kitten wearing a witches hat!


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Jazzi Is Now A Beautiful Angel!

Just moments ago, we received the most upsetting news that our dear furiend, *JAZZI* crossed the Bridge at 4:00 pm this evening. at the age of 19.. Mom is having a purry difficult time helping me write my Diary entry, as she is in tears right now. As you know, Jazzi lost her sight just recently and was so scared and confused as a result. Early this morning, she was rushed to emergency for Oxygen assistance but wasn't strong enough to pull through. We didn't know Jazzi purrry long but we felt as though we've known her a lot longer than we did. She was a strong girl and such a fighter and her pawrents were there fur her every step of the way like caring and loving pawrents always are. We wish that we could be there fur them right now, giving each a hug of support but I know that they feel us with them in thought and purrayer. Unfortunately, Jazzi is no longer with us in this world but she's now in a place that she will understand and regain her health and sight. She won't be confused anymore and she'll be meeting so many wonderful and new furiends, not to mention having the sun shine brightly each and everyday. It is never easy to say good-bye but when the time comes, our pawrents need to make the decision fur us and they know what's best fur us. We love you Jazzi and will miss you purrry much but you'll furever live in our thoughts and in our hearts


Sad Purrrrs~



To Jazzi's family from Barbi:
Words can't begin to express how deeply sorry and sad we are right now for your loss. Jazzi was an exceptional kitty from such an exceptional family and she will be missed dearly. She will always and forever remain in our hearts and will live on through that. If there is anything I can do or if you need a friend to talk to, please don't hesitate to call. I love you dearly and I'll be keeping you in my thoughts & prayers. As I always say "There is nothing stronger that the Power Of Prayer." Jazzi will be sadly missed by all of us but one day, we'll meet again so this is not a forever goodbye... just a temporary parting.


Love Always~
Barbi

Jazzi Needs LOTS of Extra Purrrrs & Purrayers!

This morning, meowmy went in fur her Root Canal treatment and it wasn't much fun. She now has a major headache but I wanted to update my Diary entry about my sweet furiend, Jazzi before taking a nap with meowmy. Mom will be having the Root Canal finished on November 17th. She feels somewhat better (pain) than she did last night but she still has sensitivity but has been so sick to her stomache. She cannot take Tylenol 3 with Codine at all!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

I'm sure that a lot of you may know about my little furiend, *JAZZI (needs purrrs)* who went blind not too long ago (in my last diary). I received the disturbing news late this morning from Auntie Jo Ann (Patchez mom), as well as read Auntie Hazel Lucy's diary that Jazzi is now at the Emergency Vet Hospital on oxygen, along with fluids in her lungs. The doctors aren't even sure if she'll pull through so please keep her in your purrrrs & purrayers as well as her family. This is a purrry sad and difficult time fur all of us but especially fur Jazzi and her family.

We love you Jazzi and mom has said special purrayers to St Francis that you'll be ok *wipes eyes* As we always meow "There is nothing stronger than the "Power Of Purrayer! This is now in the Lords hands and he will take good care of Jazzi no matter what happens and we will be there fur her and her family...


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Purrring Fur My Special Furiend, Jazzi!

I have an adorable new furiend named *JAZZI (needs purrrs)* who needs lots of support right now. Jazzi (age 19 years) suddenly lost her sight and is purrry scared and confused. Her entire life was with sight until now and this is when she and her family needs us most... I can't even begin to imagine how little Jazzi is feeling right now but I do want fur her to know that we're all here fur her. Please stop by to send your purrrs & purrayers to Jazzi and to her lovely family during this sad & difficult time *wipes eyes* This is what furiendship is all about...

Love you Jaz and we have faith in you and know that you'll be a strong girl. It will be purrry difficult fur you at first but as each day passes, you'll feel the strong love and support from your family and furiends *gives a kiss* Please my sweet furiend, don't give up!

Sending a warm thank you to my following furiends fur the lovely & thoughtful rosettes: Smudge & fam (pumpkie) and Jasmine & fam (rose).


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I've Turned Into A BIG Orange Pumpkin!

Holy kittens and caboodles, I'm a kitty pumpkin *giggles* Mom ordered our Halloween costume which was delivered a few days ago. She was off today so decided to do some photography, as you can tell! The costume makes us look super small or does it make us look extra big? Actually, it's a medium but it's made super duper pufffy. Little Cannoli's is an X-small but now he's now outgrowing that. His was purchased about a week ago but since Target no longer had mediums left, she had to order ours from a Pet Specialty place online and wait fur it to be delivered. Even Target.com was out of the medium and mom checked out 3 different Targets in the area, as well. I have to meow that we were all good, dressing up fur mom, as well as our sister, Kashmere. Of course she wasn't doing cart wheels but she was cool. Mom spent most of the day taking our pictures and working on our Halloween pages...

Sending a warm thanks to Reena and family fur the cute pumpkie rosette. They were all so sweet and thoughtful to send each of us a rosette, complimenting our costumes. How nice was that! Also, thank you Auntie Hazel Lucy fur our adorable Postie Card. Auntie sends meowmy and us kitties a sweet handmade Postie each week while daddy is in Alaska *blows kisses*


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Today, Meowmy Received A Beautiful Giftie!

Meowmy had to work earlier this morning and couldn't wait to get home to us as usual. We always like to greet her as soon as we see her pull up from the window or even hear the car pull in to the driveway. When she came in, she gave us an afternoon snack and then called auntie Sam to see how she was doing after her eye surgery today. Mom heard a knock at the door while chatting with auntie and there was a box that said "Fragile" from Zazzle. She had NO idea who it was from and couldn't wait to open it. During this time, she was still on the phone with Auntie Sam. Inside was a beautiful white & pink purrsonalized mug and it has a photo of mom holding Jaspurr while I'm sitting next to her. I was only 5 months old when that photo was taken. There is also a caption that reads "Barbi is the purrrfect Cat Mom!" This was a photo that dad took on New Years Eve in 2006 (the one on my page where she's sitting with us wearing black). Mom was totally shocked and so overwhelmed. This beautiful giftie was from Jaspurr's adorable girlfriend, *ARIA & FAMILY* Mom was telling auntie Sam how lovely her mug was and what thoughtful furiends Jaspurr & Snowmitts' girl's family is... Mom couldn't wait to call daddy and leave a message with him and then she took a photo of the mug and e-mailed it to him in Alaska. Daddy knows all about auntie Chris and her wonderful family. Wait until he sees the purrty mug that mom received from them!

Thank so much auntie Chris, unkie Bill, Aria, Bitta, Bubby, Mikey & Simon fur making mom's day so bright and special *blowing kisses*


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I've Officially Been Introduced To Cannoli

Well... the day has arrived when my siblings and I have been introduced to baby Cannoil. As mom opened the bedroom door, we approached the room slowly while Cocoa was downstairs enjoying the nice weather through the window. As fur Kashmere, she has not yet made a grand appearance but will sooner or later. Aspen was the first to enter and walk up to baby. They touched noses and then Cannoli arched his back like a Halloween kitty and suddenly his tail became twice the size *giggles* Cannoli let out a few little hisses but nothing serious. As fur the rest of us, we never growled nor hissed. My brothers and I were purry welcoming to Cannoli but he seems to be a bit uncomfortable and uncertain of the present situation. Within a few day, he'll be fine and realize that we want to be his furiends... not his enemy. After all, this is all new to him and it's only normal fur Cannoli to be uncertain. It seems that Snowmitts has already accepted him as his baby and will NOT leave his side. During Cannoli's stay in the bedroom while getting over his kitty cold, Snowmitts stayed by the bedroom door fur many hours everyday, wanting to be with his baby. Now his wish has been answered and we know that he'll be a pawsome big brother, just as he was with Biscotti as soon as he came home. I seriously doubt that meowmy will get much sleep with all of the kitty excitement that's expected throughout the evening hours...

Sending a warm thanks to my darling little sister fur the cute pumpkie rosette... She is such a cutie pie!


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Welcoming Our New Baby Brother, Cannoli!

This past Thursday, baby Cannoli arrived home and some of us weren't exactly too excited after we saw what mom's surprise was. As fur me, I was one of those kitties. I have a stern hiss and growl to let this whipper snapper know who's the boss around here *giggles* As fur Biscotti, he also had a catitudes and let our a few hissies while lowering himself to the ground. Cannoli did not feel intimidated whatsoever! Mom was actually surprised, thinking that Jaspurr would be a major problem but nope! We would never literally attack but instead, verbally let the new comer know exactly how they feel about his presence. Biscotti and I were the only ones who seemed to have the slight acceptance problem at first. Snowmitts was such a good boy and accepted this baby as though he was his own child. Not too long after, We were over it and of course, little Cannoli was put into the bedroom away from all of us.

Auntie Jo Ann & unkie Ed (*PATCHEZ & CREW*) came all the way from North Carolina to stay with us Wednesday evening into Thursday afternoon. Just in case you haven't heard, auntie Jo Ann also adopted a Ragdoll kitten from our breeder and is also the full sister of Cannoli. Her name is Karisma and she's so purrty. Cannoli and Karisma's daddy is also the daddy of Picasso which makes this even more special. You all know how much we love and adore our darling brother, Picasso!

Little Cannoli is sick with a kitty cold and is being watched closely by meowmy as well as taking Clavamox 2x daily fur 10 days... Hopefully, he'll start feeling better within a few more days. He does have a pawsome appetite and is quite a playful little bugger. Please keep our baby bro in your purrrs & purrayers during his time of recovery.

On behalf of my brothers and I would like to thank auntie Jo Ann and family fur all of the lovely and fun pressies that she brought fur us. That was so sweet and thoughtful fur them to think of us in such a special way. Here is a list of our pressies: Inside of a purrty blue giftie bag were 2-catnip Kirby Sticks, 4-fluff balls, a cool mousie laser mouse and 6- mousies. Thanks again auntie Jo Ann and family fur coming to our home and fur being so generous. Auntie also gave Cannoli & meowmy lovely pressies which you can read all about in Cannoli's diary entry.

I also received a pawkage from my gorgeous girl, *CHLOE* today and there were really neat goodies enclosed. I got a beautiful card, yummy Friskies Party Mix, 2 pack of catnip feather fuzzy toys and a delicious tin of Pit'r Pat treats. thanks so much my sweet Chloe bear and I love you purrrrrry much *blowing kisses* She is such a thoughtful girlfriend and I love her more than the stars above...


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Taa Daa... Our Baby Brother Has Now Been Chosen!

Last night, after looking at more photos and speaking with our breeder, mom has decided on the Cream Lynx kitten... One of the determining factors was that mom loves the Lynx (stripped) markings, as she was originally strongly considering the Seal Lynx Mitted. She chose the Cream only because she wanted something totally different in color and this little guy will certainly be that. The Cream Lynx also has a fuller muzzle (cheeks) and that is something that mom adores in Ragdolls. Both babies are beautiful but she is more attracted towards the Lynx. Meowmy was going to wait until Friday but her decision was made before then, so now we know who our baby brother will be and mom can start getting everything together fur his page.

Unfortunately, mom's dear furiend, Dennis is in the hospital with a blot clot in his leg (he's a diabetic), so he won't be meeting the baby on Friday as planned. We are all purrry concerned about our unkie Dennis and will keep him in our purrrs & purrayers They are also calling fur purrry severe rainstorms on Thursday, Friday & Saturday, therefore, mom may not be going to the breeders to take photos of Cannoli, not to mention how terrible she is with directions and the bad weather will only make it worse. We only need to wait until next Thursday when Cannoli comes home so I'm sure waiting another week won't be a major problem, although it will seem, like furever fur meowmy. By the way, Cannoli's sister, Karisma (can't tell who the family is as it's a surprise) will also be going home to her new family. We are so excited that Cannoli and Karisma are littermates and that my daddy is also the daddy of both kitties. How cool is that to have a Catster furiend getting a Ragdoll who is related to our baby brother & myself.

Mom is presently working on Cannoli's page and will be finished later on today. Lots to do...

Catgrats to our brother, Snowmitts fur being chosen today's DDP!


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We Have Exciting Kitty News To Share!

As we had mentioned in one of our previous diaries, we have some exciting news to share with all of you... Are you ready? We are going to be adding another addition to our already beautiful family and it's going to be a baby Ragdoll! Mom had this planned fur almost 2 months now after casually speaking with our breeder. This coming Friday, she will be meeting and choosing her new baby boy out of 2 kittens. One of the babies is an 8 week old Cream and the other is a 10 week old Cream Lynx. There was a little Seal Lynx mitted as well and mom was considering him, but has decided on the Cream since she does have 3 Seals already (Seal Mitted "Snowmitts", Seal Bicolor "Biscotti" and a Seal Point "Jaspurr)." The Cream will also add a uniqueness to our kitty family. The daddy of both babies is also my daddy, Monte but the mom of the 8 week old is a Cream Bicolor while the mom of the 10 week old Lynx is a Torbie. We have already named our darling brother "Cannoli" and his page will be done on Friday after he has been chosen. Mom will have a purrry difficult and time consuming decision, choosing between the two babies as they are both so adorable and precious. If she can't decide, than she'll just have to pick the one that comes to her (which could be both). Oh No!!! You can even see the little ringletts in the Cream Lynx 's tail "10 week old." The "8 week old" baby will have an all cream tail since he's not a Lynx.

We are also happy to announce that our dear furiends, Boogers and Family will be getting a new Ragdoll boy from the same breeder and he'll be coming home this Friday (Sept 26th) after being neutered at 12 weeks of age. After meowmy decided to get another Ragdoll, she contacted Auntie Sam (Boogers' mom) to share the great news so then Auntie Sam decided that she also wanted another one as well *giggles* After mom spoke with our breeder, Lisa, she then sent Auntie Sam several photos of the babies available and what she was looking fur, which was a Bicolor. Boogers & Family will be getting a little Seal Bicolor and they're naming him "PorkChop" and he's sooo cute!

That's not all... There is another family whom we are purrry close with who will also be getting a Ragdoll kitten from the same breeder but we can't tell you, as it's a secret. As soon as they saw photos of the available babies, they decided on a gorgeous Blue Bicolor female. We will let her pawrents share the good news in a few weeks. Actually, this family will be staying with us the night before they pick up their new kitten (sometime during the first week of October). They are naming their little girl "Karisma." By the way, The 10 week old Cream which mom will be looking at is also the sibling of this families new baby girl.

*PORKCHOP'S * page is now complete (Boogers' family) so please stop by to welcome him to Catsterland...

We will keep you informed with photos and Diary entries. Sending a warm thanks to the following kitties fur their Giftie & rosies: Puddles & Fam (B-day diamond), Rufus (heart), Boots & Fam (football), Chloe (football), Lady Lena (rose) and Nikko & Scooter (football).


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We Received Our FIRST Halloween Pressies!

Today, meowmy had to go to a Wedding reception fur Auntie Patti's son, Michael & Kristin. They actually had a small marriage ceremony several months ago but had their afternoon catered reception today. Meowmy was saying how beautiful everything was, but unfortunately she got lost on the way there and became all panicky. She hates to get lost but everything ended up fine. She even has the Garmin Nuvi 780 GPS, which has the new 2009 maps but she still couldn't seem to locate it on the system *silly meowmy*

Boooo... Halloween is just around the corner! When mom got home from the Wedding reception, there was a pawkage waiting fur us in the mailbox and it was from our furiends, *BELLSNICKLES & Fam* We opened it with the help of mom and OMC, there were Halloween goodies enclosed. We received a really cute card (Pooh) that changes designs when you turn it on an angle *cool* We also got a spooky brown spider who looks just like their pet spider, Edgar sitting on brown straw which may even be his nest? Oh no.... is it really Edgar coming to visit *gets ready fur action* Mom received a Yankee Candle spooky house "Spiced Pumpkin" air freshener and a neat glow candle that lights up with you turn the base. It even smells like cinnamon. She's even planning on putting it in one of her Halloween Candle holders. Thanks so much Bellz & Family fur the fun Halloween goodies and fur thinking of us on one of our FAVORITE Holidays!

Mom is going to lay down as she has such a headache, which will hopefully subside in a little while.


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Our Daddy Is Back In Alaska!

Early this morning at about 4:30 am, meowmy drove daddy to the airport fur his travels back to Alaska (work). Meowmy hated to say good-bye but she knows that he has to work there and there's nothing that she can really do *wipes eyes* We'll be counting down the long days until he's back home in a month, which will seem like a lifetime.

Our pawrents had a wonderful time in Las Vegas and what made it even more special was meeting Muppet and her meowmy, Cheryl at the Vet's office, last Wednesday. Mom was telling us how quickly their vacation passed and how purrrry much they missed all of us. We missed them just as much and couldn't wait until they came back home. Mom knew that we would be good fur our Auntie Lill & Auntie Patti, as that's never an issue.

Earlier today, mom even got our Halloween costumes and we can't wait to show you... There is also another surprise but we can't tell you right now but before you know it, you'll find out *giggles* Don't try to get it out of us because we're good at keeping secrets. This has been a secret fur over a month now and so far, we're doing well with keeping it! Shhhhhh....

Mom decided to get another bluetooth today because found that the "Jawbone 2" was too uncomfortable, although it's a pawsome headset. She decided to get the "BlueAnt Z9i" instead, which is a lot more comfy in her ear and also purrry good. Before they left fur Vegas last week, daddy purchased the LG Dare fur the both of them (Verizon) and they LOVE their new cell phones. Mom even got a purrty pink case fur hers *giggles* Actually, they each had the "Motorola Razr" before these and didn't like it at all. The camera was horrible which was a big issue with mom.

Daddy just phoned and made it to Alaska safely. He was telling mom that it will be getting cold there soon and that the days will be darker a lot longer. We would hate that change!

Love you daddy and we already miss you bunches and bunches *wipes eyes*


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Meowmy & Daddy Are Back From Vacation!

Meowmy and daddy are finally home after their vacation in Las Vegas. They arrived back home at about 2:30 am on Saturday morning and we gave them the biggest most warm welcome. By the time they settled in, it was about 3:15 am. They got only a few hours sleep and they were up again. Mom had some things to do this morning, such as get her car washed, pick up Biscotti and me at Auntie Lillian's and then vacuum and sanitize the kitty boxes. We are also getting a visit from our Ragdoll breeder, Lisa and her husband and how exciting is that!!! By the way, Biscotti was terrible on the drive back home and wouldn't stop crying. he HASTES car rides big time!

After mom was finished of doing everything, she brushed all of us and wow, did we look beautiful. Biscotti just LOVES being brushed. At about 4:00 pm, Lisa and Walter arrived. The first one to say hello was of course Picasso as he welcomes everyone first. then the rest of us came down, except for Kashemere. Actually, she was hiding some place but then again, mom didn't want to disturb her, knowing how shy and timid she is of strangers... or most anyone when they come over. Lisa was playing with all of us while daddy & Walter were chatting and watching TV. About an hour later, they went to Charlie Browns and had a nice dinner. Mom and Lisa had 2 large Lobster Cakes (each), daddy had steak and Walter had stuffed Flounder. Afterwards, everyone came back to the house and then about an hour later, we all said good bye to Lisa and Walter.

Today was such an exciting and fur-filled day. It's wonderful to have meowmy & daddy back home and by the way, Auntie Lill did a wonderful job watching us while our parents were in Las Vegas. Thank you Auntie and we love you!

We are purry sad because daddy leaves again fur Alaska, early tomorrow morning. He will be back home in the middle of October and we'll be patiently counting down the days.


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My Parents Met Muppet & Auntie Cheryl!

Today was an exciting day because meowmy & daddy got to meet *MUPPET "needs purrrs"* and her meowmy, Cheryl. At about 12:45 pm, they drove to meet Muppet at the Vet Referral Clinic in Las Vegas. When mom first walked into the door, there was a lady with a kitty in a carrier and several doggie patients as well. Mom had no idea what Auntie Cheryl looked like since this was their first time meeting. As she approached the desk, daddy said "look Barbi..." OMC, the lady with the kitty in the carrier was Auntie Cheryl with Muppet. Auntie is so purrty and wow, you should see how gorgeous Muppet is and sooooo soft, too. Auntie and meowmy began chatting while daddy was sitting there, just listening and checking out things out. Dad tends to get purrry antsie (impatient) while sitting in one spot but he didn't mind coming along today. He even took a picture of Auntie, meowmy & Muppet with each of their cameras. Mom also gave Auntie a big Jade plant and Muppet got furry mousies, Good Life treats and a card (the card was fur both of them). Muppet was the only kitty in the entire building and you should have seen some of the GIGANTIC doggies that were there. Most of them seemed to have a broken leg or related issues. Muppet and her meowmy are so nice and it was a great pleasure fur my pawrents to meet them and hope to see them again during their next visit to Las Vegas, next year!After about an hour with visiting, it was almost time fur Muppet's appointment with the surgeon so it was time to say good-bye. Mom even held Muppet and helped to put her back in the carrier. Awwwww... she is such a love bug! Auntie Cheryl also gave us an adorable photo of Muppet which we will treasure fur a lifetime. Afterwards, mom & dad headed to the laundromat to do some laundry as mom likes to have freshly cleaned clothes done before leaving. Of course she always over packs but still wants to have clean laundry to go home with.

This was such an enjoyably and memorable day fur meowmy and to make it even more special is that it looks like Muppet is out of CRF at the moment. Auntie phoned mom's cell ohone when she arrived back home and shared the wonderful news. Muppet will explain more in detail in her diary...

Thanks Auntie Cheryl & Muppet fur meeting my pawrents and fur making their day that much better. Daddy has also enjoyed meeting all of our Catster furiends so far (Boogers' pawrents, Ashley's pawrents and Muppet's meowmy).

Sorry fur not posting sooner but meowmy and daddy had several things planned this evening, including a special banquet at the Hotel fur daddy being in the Slot Tournament. It was such a nice dinner. They even gave us a bottle of Merlot and a red rose fur meowmy, which she has in the ice bucket filled with water.

Our pawrents will be returning back home on late Friday evening and we can't wait to see them! Auntie Lill has been taking wonderful care of us and talks to mom almost everyday.


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Mom & Dad Are Meeting Muppet And Her Meowmy!

We are so excited to announce that our meowmy and daddy will be meeting *MUPPET "needs purrrs"* and her meowmy on Wednesday at 1:00 pm (in Las Vegas). Muppet has a consultation scheduled with the surgeon (Veterinary Referral Center) and it's not far from the Hotel where our pawrents are staying so we're all meeting at the vet's office. Mom can't wait to meet Auntie Cheryl and Miss Muppet!!! They chatted back and fourth through p-mails and then later today, Auntie called mom and that's when definite plans were made *chases tail* I just wish that we could have met Auntie & Muppet too but I'm sure that they know we're with them in thought... Love you Auntie Cheryl and Miss Muppet!

Auntie Lill is taking wonderful care of us and she even made a slide show of us (mom has to add photos when she gets a chance). Auntie even said that I like to eat a whole lot... Even more than Biscotti! I have also been taking my heart medication like a big boy and mom is so proud of me.

We miss you and daddy purrry much and we'll see you when you return home this weekend...

It would mean so much if you would so kindly stop by to send Muppet extra purrs and purrayers that everything goes well at the vet's on Wednesday.

Sending a warm thanks to my furiend SMUDGE fur the lovely heart rosie and to my special furiend, Muppet fur the beautiful sparkling diamond!


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Our Pawrents Are Vacationing In Vegas!

Sorry that we haven't been on Catster fur the past few days as my pawrents were getting ready fur their Vegas vacation. The arrived yesterday afternoon and had so much to do several days before. Mom had to make sure that everything was taken care of fur Auntie Patti before she left, not to mention doing things around the home, packing and shopping fur thank you presents fur Auntie Patti & Auntie Lillian.

Biscotti and I are staying with our Auntie Lillian (mom's sister) since I need close monitoring and medication 2x daily. Biscotti was brought along with me to help make me feel more comfy during our stay. As some of you may remember, Auntie Lillian watched Snowmitts and me, last year. Auntie once had a kitty, Rudolph who passed away at the age of 1-1/2, a few years ago from Cardiomyopathy (same heart disease as me) so she knows what to look fur if any problems arise. Auntie is also a wonderful babysitter and keeps in touch with mom several times a day. She will also be taking photos of us during our visit.

Auntie Patti will be watching the others and does such a pawsome job. She gives me my heart medication and even stays several hours to play with us.

Mom & dad are having a great time in Las Vegas and the temp is about 98 degrees. Purr-fect pool weather, so daddy says. Mom finds it to be a bit tooooo hot to stay out fur a lengthly amount of time. they have ll kinds of fun things planned but of course, daddy wants to watch the Eagles today at the Sports Book so I think mom will have some Margarita's and play a little *giggles* Meowmy HATES sports!

OK, the house keeper will be coming shortly so I think that I'll say good bye fur now. Hope every kitty is having a wonderful weekend and we'll try to keep in touch as much as we can.

We love and miss you purrry much meowmy & daddy and are counting down the days until you come back home (Friday night) and pick Biscotti and me up on Saturday morning. They even call us a few times a day to leave messages so that we can hear their voice and know that they're is ok.

By the way, Biscotti was a BIG baby, crying the entire time during our travels to Auntie Lillian's. It only took abut 10 minutes to get there but he wouldn't stop meowing. As fur me, I only meowed a few times. Silly Biscotti *giggles*

Thank you my darling Chloe Bear fur my fun mousie and to Eli & Fam fur the purrty blue ribbon... LOVE YOU Chloe!


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Meowmy & Daddy Rescued A Baby Squirrel Today!

Today, meowmy got home at about 3:45 pm. A little while later, she was talking with Auntie Jo Ann (Patchez mom) and mom likes to walk around outdoors while on the phone. Well, as she was walking towards the car in the driveway, she noticed that there was some kind of critter laying on her tire (tail and front claw), but couldn't see the full body. The first thing she thought was that she must have accidentally ran over this critter (very upset). Then out of the blue, there was movement so she knew that he was alive and that he was only a baby. At first, she and Auntie thought it was stuck but it began to move in different positions and seemed purrry confused. Holy kittens... he was just a baby squirrel! Mom tried squirting it with a water bottle to coax him out but that didn't work. She then placed bread by the car but nothing, so she decided called daddy. Dad explained that as soon as he gets home from work, he'll take care of the baby. In the meantime, mom was still trying to help coax him but was was leary about handle him so she continued with the water mist bottle. Mom was also taking pictures of this ordeal while at the same time, talking to Auntie Jo Ann and the baby squirrel.

Finally, daddy arrived home about 40 minutes later and saw the squirrel on the tire. He slipped on a glove from the garage and proceeded to help the baby squirrel out. Then the baby ran into our garage while so scared and confused. Both mom and dad felt so badly fur this little guy. Dad then was able to get him out from the garage and carried him over to the large tree in front of the home. The baby ran up upwards and at the same time, his mommy came running down the tree and carried the baby back up with her. We noticed that there's a nest full of leaves so that must be where the squirrel family must is living... OMC, that must have been so adorable and quite a relief to see baby and mommy reuntite. Mom also saw another baby running in the garden which must have been a sibling so mom also took a picture of him. We are guessing that these little tykes are only about 6 weeks of age (if that).

This is such a happy ending because thankfully, mom didn't have to use her car while not noticing the baby squirrel (especially in the evening). It's a good thing that she likes to take little strolls outside while on the phone because otherwise, she may have never noticed anything. My pawrents love all animals wild or domesticated and this would have broken their hearts if something happened to that little innocent baby.


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Happy Labor Day Weekend To All!

Can you believe it... it's almost time to say bye bye to summer but we do have the fall to look forward to. We've had a nice summer, although it has also been sad at times because daddy had to be in Alaska every other month, which he goes back again on September 15th *wipes eyes* Mom has to work this weekend but was lucky to be off on Monday. She has a lot to do before getting ready fur her Las Vegas vacation with daddy, which they need to get away. Auntie Patti will be watching us while Auntie Lill (mom's sister) will be babysitting Biscotti & me. I need to be monitored closely so that's why we have chosen to have him stay over Auntie's home. This way, if he needs her during the evening hours, she's there, not to mention, he needs medication 2x daily. Mom has chosen to bring Biscotti as that will help Picasso feel more comfortable since a sibling will be with him. Snowmitts went last year so now it's time to bring Biscotti. Look out Auntie Lill because little Biscotti surely know how to eat *giggles* Auntie Patti will be watching the rest of my siblings and she always does a pawsome job. Cocoa doesn't even mind when she gives him his heart medication, which is only required 1x daily. Don't worry my furiends, we'll be in good paws with Auntie Patti & Auntie Lill.

May each and everyone of you have a wonderful and safe Holiday weekend with lots of yummmy food. At least when the more comfortable weather arrives, we can go strolling which is longgg over due!

HAPPY LABOR DAY!


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Happy 1st Birthday To Biscotti, Mittens & Tiskers!

On Tuesday, August 26th, my brother *BISCOTTI* and his brothers (litter mates), *MITTENS* & *TISKERS* will be celebrating their 1st Birthday and big bro, Snowmitts will be throwing the celebration! We can't believe how much these little guys have grown, especially Biscotti & Mittens *giggles* We remember when meowmy and Auntie Sam brought them home from the breeders, last November and now a year has finally arrived to help them celebrate their big day.

Biscotti, Mittens & Tiskers are litter mates and also the baby brothers of our brother, Snowmitts... We can't be more excited to be sharing their Birthday celebration with these three little guys. well, I should meow "big guys!"

Happy 1st Birthday Biscotti, Mittens & Tiskers and may your day be as sweet and as special as you are! I'm so proud to be Biscotti's brother and we're happy that he's a member of our family.


BISCOTTI, MITTENS & TISKER 1st B-DAY PARTY HERE:
http://www.catster.com/forums/Party_Time_and_Virtual_ Play_Dates/thread/552213


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My Pawrents Met Ashley's Pawrents on Friday!

First of all, we would like to apawologize fur being a day late with our Diary entries. By the time meowmy and daddy got home from Maryland last night, she was too tired to help us with our Diaries...

Yesterday at about 2:00 pm, my pawrents finally got to meet *ASHLEY'S* parents at the Inner Harbor, MD. On the way down to Maryland, mom was so excited and couldn't wait fur this time to arrive! Meowmy & daddy arrived first so they were just waiting fur Auntie Brenda & Unkie Kurt to meet them at Phillips restaurant. Not too long after, there was Brenda and mom had the biggest smile. Then came unkie Kurt (he had to go back to the car to get our giftie bag) *giggles* Everyone wwas going to eat at Phillips but since it was so crowded, they chose to go to M&S Grill instead. There was no wait and sat down right away. The menu had so many delicious things on it and was a bit hard to choose. Meowmy ordered the crab cake appetizer along with a softshell crab (friend sea spider) sandwich and auntie Brenda ordered the same without the crab cake, as mom was going to share her crab cake anyway! Daddy ordered meatloaf and fries (doesn't eat seafood at all) and unkie Kurt got the crab salad sandwich.

Mom and auntie also exchanged pressies and wow, you should have seen the cool things that Kashmere received (from her Bellsnickles) and the beautiful gifties that meowmy received... Kashmere received a beautiful wicker heart with 2 gorgeous pearl necklaces inside fur her wedding, 2 Yankee Candle Wedding Day votive's and a Red Hot Love coupon booklet which I think is fur her Honeymoon *giggles* Meowmy received a beautiful thank you card, an adorable pink ceramic Hallmark mug with a photo of a kitten inside of a high heel shoe (sooo cute), Zhena's Gypsy Tea "Sense Of Peace" and a yummy tin of chocolate Altoids. Mom was so overwhelmed with all of the lovely gifties that Auntie Brenda & family so kindly gave to her. Brenda then opened her gifties from all of us and this is what she received. A beautiful ceramic butterfly & rose frame with a photo of Ashley, large Yankee Candle jar, 2- Yankee Candle votive candles, flowered carrying tote, keyring with a photo of Ashley and toys fur Bellz & fam from Kashmere and all of us.

After everyone was finished of lunch, they were walking over to the ESPN deck bar until auntie Brenda discovered that she left her purse at the restaurant so unkie Kurt ran back to get it fur her. In the meantime, meowmy, daddy & auntie were taking pictures. They then proceeded to to to the ESPN deck to have a few drinks and just chit cat. meowmy & auntie had Margarita's while unkie & daddy had beer. Auntie & meowmy decided to take a quick stroll through the Barnes and Noble bookstore which was so nice with 2 levels. After returning to the deck, everyone was ready to leave as auntie & unkie were going to Assateque Island, VA. Daddy bought everyone an ice cream but unfortunately, auntie Brenda was still stuffed from lunch so she passed up on the ice cream.

Mom didn't want the evening to end as she and daddy had such a fun time with auntie & unkie and said their good-byes at the parking garage. The day was beautiful and everyone had so much fun. Daddy seems to have the effect on people that as soon as you meet him, you've known him fur life??? I think it must be his sense of humor or something... Meowmy of course talks and talks, as well *giggles* Auntie & Kurt are so sweet and my pawrents will always remember this special time spent with two purrry special people! Thanks auntie & unkie fur making my pawrents day so much fun and memorable *blowing kisses*

Sending a warm thank you to the following kitties fur their giftie & rosies: Chloe (gold metal), Muppet "needing purrrs" (shrimpie), Angel Amelia (watermelon) and Mittens (steak).


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Daddy Comes Home Tomorrow Afternoon (Wednesday)!

We are all so excited because our daddy will be home from Alaska tomorrow at about 3:30 pm. Meowmy has to work only a few hours during the afternoon but will be home in time fur his arrival *chases tail* Then they may stop by the Verizon store to look at the upgraded phones. They both have the Razr but now it's that time fur the Verizon upgrade, which mom wants the new LG Dare! Why do they call it that? Does it Dare humans or something? All we know is that it best not Dare us or it's in big trouble *giggles* Later in the evening, my pawrents are going to the Borgata Casino fur a relaxing dinner and we all know how she loves that place... well as a matter of fact, so does daddy!


SEA SPIDERS AT THE INNER HARBOUR:

That's not all... we also have some furr-tastic and exciting news. Are you ready? Mom and dad made plans to go to the Inner Harbour, MD and they're meeting Auntie Brenda & Unkie Kurt (*ASHLEY'S* pawrents). You see, mom & dad were planning on going on Saturday but then Auntie Brenda mentioned that they'd be passing through the Maryland area on Friday while on their way to Assateague Island, VA fur a weekend getaway, so my pawrents decided to make their day trip to the Inner Harbour on Friday instead. My meowmy was super excited when she found out that she and Daddy will finally be meeting Auntie Brenda & Unkie Kurt. They had discussed meeting in the future but really weren't sure when it would be taking place so this makes it even more pawsome. A few weeks ago when mom called dad in Alaska to tell him about the passing of Ashley, he was purrry sad as he knows how much Ash meant to all of us. We can't even begin to imagine all of the pictures that will be taken on Friday and all mom does is talks about how excited she is to finally meet Auntie Brenda! They're going to have a nice late lunch (meeting at about 2:00 pm) and even have an afternoon cocktail by the Harbour. I think mom and Auntie are planning on eating Sea Spiders!!! What in the cats... as you may recall, meowmy is petrified of spiders. Wait a second, maybe they mean crabs, not real spiders! Yup, that makes sense since a crab is a sea spider *wipes forehead*

Mom had such a horrible day at work today but just the thought of meeting Auntie on Friday made her day more bearable. You know how it is when our humans have the worstest day at that meanie place. Can you believe that my pawrents finally get to meet Ashley's pawrents!

Sending a warm thanks to my adorable girl, Chloe fur the refreshing catnip grape drinkie and to my furiend, Rufus fur the fun beach ball...


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Another Quiet And Peaceful Day At Home!

Today was such a gorgeous day unlike the past few days here... Mom has the windows open so all we did throughout the day was loaf, enjoying the sound of birdies. Our area is purrrry quiet and serene so we get to hear all kinds of cool sounds. Thankfully, there are no screaming youngsters running around outside and mom gets to take naps with no disturbances, as well as us. Actually, there are a lot more adults than children in our development and having the windows open is a joy. Mom and dad also enjoy going to the Country Club once in awhile to have lunch and just relax and yup, they have at times brought us home some leftovers (chicken). As fur our Golf Course... I think we'll pass since none of us play Golf *giggles* Sometimes, meowmy will take us Raggies strolling and they'll watch some of the guys golfing.

Next Wednesday, daddy will be back home from Alaska (fur a month) and we're all so excited. Mom does speak with him several times daily, but that's not the same thing as being home with his family *wipes eyes* Actually, I think that mom & daddy plans to go to the Inner Harbor in Maryland that weekend, depending on the weather. The first thing that he needs to do is get caught up on his sleeping pattern since Alaska is a 4 hour difference. It is starting to get darker there so before long, it will be dark 24/7. NO way would mom like that and neither would we.

We hope that every kitty and their families are having a pawsome and safe summer so far! Before we know it, the fall will be here...

Sending a warm thank you to Cali and to my girl, Chloe fur the lovely hearts.


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Ashley Has Now Made His Journey To The Bridge!

We are all so sad right now as we have just received the news that *ASHLEY* has made his journey to Rainbow Bridge. Moments ago at 10:06 pm, meowmy had received a phone call from Auntie Brenda letting us know that Ashley has made his journey at about 9:30 pm. It was purry difficult fur both meowmy and Auntie Brenda to talk as they were both emotional. If mom had lived closer to Ashley, she would have been there with him and his family to share comfort in furiendship while they said their good byes. It is never easy to say good-bye but we have to leave it up to our pawrents to make the right decision and what's best fur us. Auntie Brenda was there every step of the way fur Ash, up until his final heart beat. Ashley was purrry ill and continued to fight fur his meowmy and that's what makes it even more difficult. Finally, she had to make the decision to say good-bye and we all know in our hearts that she was a wonderful meowmy to Ashley and did everything in her power to give him a wonderful 17 years. He was loved and always will be, no matter how much time passes, Ashley will furever live in our hearts.


To my friend, Brenda from Barbi:

Dearest Brenda... You have been a wonderful mom from the day you brought Ashley into your home up until his final moments here on Earth while holding him in your arms. Ashley knows just how much you loved him and that will stay with him forever. Words can't begin to express how deeply sadden and very sorry we are to hear about the passing of your beloved Ashley but I do believe in my heart that we'll meet again. He needed to find peace with no more pain and suffering and you have now helped him find that peace. Please know that I am always here for you and if you need a friend to talk to. Never hesitate to call or visit with us, as our door is always open for you.

This Diary entry is devoted to our darling Ashley (now an angel). We love you sweetie and may you find peace as you make your journey...

Love~
Barbi & Kitties
xoxo

Pawkage from Our Bestie, Simba/Sad Day Fur Ashley "needing- purrrs" Family!

Before mom had to leave fur work this morning, there was a pawkage delivered from "Plain Brown Tabby" addressed to Cocoa & Co (that means all of us)! We had no idea who it was from or what was enclosed and unfortunately, had to wait until mom came home from work. At around 4:00 pm, mom came home and proceeded to bring out the pawkage. We all gathered with excitement as mom opened the box. Enclosed were the coolest toys and treaties from our bestie, *SIMBA "LOVED"* Take a look at what received:

We got a Sherpa rattle mousie (beige), Petcandy squirrel (stripped w/ yellow marabou tail) and a sample of kitty Calamari. We just love all of our fun toys and yummy treats from Simba & Auntie Jenn... Thanks so much fur making our day even more special and full of surprises! (photos to be posted soon).

Late this afternoon, meowmy had received a phone call from Ashley "needing purrrs" meowmy, informing us that *ASHLEY* will be making his journey to the Bridge at approximately 8:00 this evening. Mom felt so sad fur Ashley and auntie Brenda and cried with her on the phone. Mom is actually in tears while she's helping us with our diaries. Mom has also spoken to the mom's of Patchez & Isis and they have also shared their sorrow and tears with meowmy. We did try calling Boogers' mom but her cell went right into voice mail. There is nothing more difficult than saying good-bye and our pain goes out to Ashley's family. As we all know, Auntie Brenda is wonderful meowmy with Ashley and has been there every step of the way. Now it's almost time to say good-bye to her beloved baby but we strongly believe that this is only a temporary good-bye until we all meet again. We are here fur you Auntie Brenda if you need us, day or night and we love you and Ash with all of our hearts *wipes tears* Our next Diary entry will be written in dedication to our dear and loving furiend, Ashley!

*ASHEY's "Love Is Forever" FORUM*

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Daddy Has Spotted A Moose & Bears In Alaska!

Holy kittens... guess what??? Daddy has spotted several Bears and a Moose in Alaska and couldn't wait to call us. They were big brown & black bears and daddy tried to take pics with his cell phone but it came out too blurry. Unfortunately, he didn't have his disposable camera at the time... I guess having them come live with us is out of the question *giggles* Daddy calls meowmy every single day, several times a day and also chit chats with each of us. Now that's what we call a pawsome daddy. Mom did ask him to look fur a little Alaska shirt fur us, although there really isn't much going on where he's staying. We're counting down the days on the calendar until he arrives... Just 2 more weeks *chases tail* It has been so hot and humid this past week and today, meowmy has a little headache going on. She thinks that it may be her sinuses since the landscapers were outside, all day long or pawsibly the heat?

I also have wonderful news to share with everyone that my beautiful Chloe has gained weight since her illness, last week. What furrtastic news. That's not all... her brother, Harley is getting a Lions Cut, tomorrow and will look just like me. Does that make Harley and me matching lions?

Before we know it, Biscotti, Mittens & Tiskers will be turning one year old and we're all so excited... Snowmitts will be throwing the B-day pawty fur all 3 babies but don't worry kitties, we'll keep all of you informed!

Wishing our dear furiends, Mercy & Milo (ILM) a Happy 4th Catster Annifursary, today and to Riley fur being chosen DDP. This is such a large and pawsome family and mom always gets a kick out of visiting their pages. We are also sending out powerful purrrs & purrayers to our sweet and special furiend, Ashley "needing purrrs"...

Thank you my gorgeous Chloe fur the pawsome catnip cupcake and to Hooch fur the lovely heart rosettes! Also, thanks Auntie Sam fur helping us with our transparent pages yesterday. Mom doesn't quite understand those codes so if worse comes to worse, she'll just have to change back to our original ones.

Pssst... We have lost track of the Febreze collars several days ago but we would like to thank all of you fur sending those. There are just too many to keep up with and to thank individually.


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I Received My KITTY KRACK BED From Spot!

This morning, meowmy decided to take her car to get washed and then head back home to relax. Shortly after, she was chit chatting with Auntie Jo Ann (Patchez mom) and suddenly, the UPS truck pulled up with a pawkage fur me. The nice man wearing brown shorts with the SEXY legs (as Spot's meowmy says) handed mom the pawkage. Of course, mom would then have to call Auntie Jo Ann later on... I was expecting my Birthday KITTY KRACK bed from *SPOT & FAMILY* yesterday but it arrived today, which turned out to be good since mom is off. Now let me tell you all about my bed!!!

The pawkage was really hard to open so mom helped me since I didn't have enough strength in my paws. it was even difficult fur meowmy to open. Enclosed was a really cute card and it explained all about my special KITTY KRACK bed. It was also certified by Spot's bro, Jones before they shipped it out. Wait, I thought that I smelled another kitty *giggles* The bed has certified the following as written in the card: Kneadability, Aroma-nip, Snuggability, Comfortability, Softness, Cleanability & Warmability. Wow, so many pawsome things wrapped up into one cozy bed. You see, Auntie Cai (Jones mom) makes these beds by hand. She starts out with a pair of jeans, cuts those to fit the bed (insert) and fills the jeans with catnip. She then stitches the jean insert back together and puts it inside of the outer part of the bed which is fleece. This is such a brilliant idea. If you or anyone you know has jeans that they no longer want, please contact Jones mom as she could always use those fur her beds. She also makes them fur the Animal Shelters which is such a nice and needed cause. My bed is magenta fleece with purrty multicolored flowers and so soft (the one that I'm sitting on). Our bed and pillow can also be heated up if we want warmth from the aromatherapy.

That wasn't all... Auntie Cai also made mom a comfy KITTY KRACK pillow (the one in front) and this will be great, especially when she gets those horrible migraines. Her pillow is black fleece with multi-pink, blue and while bubble designs and so soft, as well. We are purrry excited and grateful to Auntie Cai, Spot & Fam fur being so thoughtful.

I would also like to thank each of you fur the freshly scented "Furiendship Febreze" collars which has my page smelling so pawsome! I noticed that my page keeps getting fresher and fresher... Unfortunately, we lost track to thank each of you individually but do know it's greatly appreciated!

As you may have heard, our dear furiend, *ASHLEY* isn't doing well and is need of extra purrrs. Please stop by to let him and his lovely family know that you're keeping them in your thoughts & purrayers. His meowmy is going to be off of Catster fur some time so that she can spend quality time with her boy. Our meowmy has been calling Auntie Brenda (Ash's mom) on a daily basis to make sure that they're ok.


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I received A Birthday Pawkage From My Chloe!

*chases mousies* Today when meowmy came home from work, there was a pawkage waiting fur me at the front door and it was from my darling, *CHLOE * Mom was so excited to let me know that her pawkage came and we couldn't wait to open it together. The shipping box was even decorated so nicely with all kinds of cute Birthday stickers. Now let me tell you all about my pawsome pressies from my gorgeous Fiancee'!

As soon as we opened the box, the pressies were wrapped in Birthday cellophane with blue ribbons and bows. Of course, meowmy had that silly camera all ready to go and I was actually ready to pose fur my Chloe. There were so many neat gifts and I don't even know where to begin?!?! Silly meowmy decided put Chloe's blue bow on top of my noggin. Maybe I should stop by to surprise Chloe and tell her that I'm her pressie all wrapped up *chases tail*

I received a cute B-day card with a kitty on the front who looks just like Chloe's bro, Harley and he's wearing a lampshade on his head *giggles* I also I got photo frame of my girl and the frame has bone fishies and meow's on it and she looks so purrty. Then there was a fluffy blue pillow that says "Be Happy!", a pawkage of Natural temptations (beef), 9-pk of ToyShoppe catnip mousies with all kinds of different leopard/tiger prints, Paws 'N Claws refillable mousie catnip pouch, musical B-day candles with the #2 (fur my age) and last but not least.. are you ready??? Pit'r Pats treaties!!! Well, that's not all... Chloe & Fam also gave gifties to my meowmy which was so sweet. She received 3 votive Yankee Candles (bubble bath, sweet pea, crisp linen), which mom is a big Yankee Candle fan and a bag of "Red Velvet" cupcake mix with cream cheese frosting. The giftie bag that contains the mix is shaped like a cute red purse with a cupcake on it. Mom got such a kick out of that and is so touched by Chloe & Fam's thoughtfulness.

Thanks so much my sweetie fur making my 2nd Birthday so purrrry special but especially fur being my Chloe Bear. You mean the world to me and I love you dearly.

Sending a warm thank to my dear furiend, *SIMBA "loved" fur the beautiful B-day star and cupcake. Mom also called Auntie Jenn (Simba's mom) and guess what? There's a new member of the family and his name is *DIODO* Please stop by to welcome Diodo to his new and loving family and to Catster. Diodo is a large handsome gray kitty and he's 8 years old. That was so nice that Auntie Jenn adopted an older boy who needed a happy home and someone to love him furever.


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Thanks Fur Coming To My 2nd Birthday Pawty!

Today was such a special and exciting day fur me and not only because it's my Birthday but also fur the reason that I got to share it with all of my wonderful furiends. That's what made my Birthday so special and memorable. I would also like to take this moment to thank all for you fur your lovely Birthday wishes/shoutbox & p-mails, gifties & rosettes, B-day pawkages and Diary mentions. My last 2 Diary entries are from today as well, which describes how wonderful my Birthday was...

Sending a warm than you to the following kitties fur attending my 2nd Birthday pawty and fur making it so much fun:

Cocoa, Kashmere, Jaspurr, Aspen, Snowmitts, Biscotti, Fido (threw my pawty), Hondo, Boogers, Mittens, Tiskers, my Chloe, Harley, Roscoe (ILM), Mercy, Pixie, Aria, Bitta, Mikey, Bubby, Simon, Phoebe, Miles, Murray, Allie, Angel, Asante, Rocky Ann, Amelia Rose, Bailey Gray Cloud, Ollie, Eve, Emma, Murphy, Percy, Tessa, Sawyer, Morgan The PirateGato, Rue Rue, Bellz, Ashley, Gimli, Isis, Sammy, Missy, Simba, Rocky, Penn, Rushy, Sammie, KiKi, Milo (ILM), Earnie (ILM), Sky, Diego, Margo, Patchez, KuJo, Hooch, Prince, Precious, Princess, MoJo, Callista, Cassidy, Sunflower, Clawdette, Clawdia (ILM), Fire (ILM), River, Simon, Angel Molly, Dexter (ILM), Alice (ILM), Mag 7, Sully, Pansy, Sally (ILM), Thelma, Louise, Alice, Princess, Michael, Lucy, Tanis, Bob, Smudge, Sampson Silver Dollar, Murray, Allie, Miles, Camille Rose, Merlin, Hunter, Ozzy, Munky, Nikko and Scooter.


Now I think it's time fur a long catnap so that I can rest up fur tomorrow... Good Night and thanks again fur everything *blowing kisses*


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PART 2 Of My 2nd Birthday!

Well, as most of you already know, I am officially celebrating my 2nd Birthday. It was a busy day fur meowmy and me as she went to breakfast this morning with her furiend and then her other furiend, Karen stopped by to wish me a Happy Birthday! Daddy also called and wished me a Happy Birthday over the phone. I recognized his voice right away!

I also received 2 pawkages in the mail today and Auntie Karen even brought over a big giftie bag filled with lots of goodies... Now, let me tell you all about my pawsome and fun pressies that i have received fur my 2nd Birthday... That's not all, mom also received Hello Kitty bubble gum from Auntie Jenn (Eve's mom). How neat is that!

My family gave me a large bag of the Purina Naturals, 4 cases of my favorite Nutro canned food, Whisker City bopne fishie toy and a Jolly Moggy cat toy whale. Thanks so much meowmy, daddy & siblings!

The first pawkage that I received was from my dear furiends, Sammie & KiKi... Enclosed in the box was a purrty green tissue wrapped giftie. Mom helped me open it and OMC, there was a Trash Can treat fishie, which we love those, a green fluffy mousie, blue/orange rubber ball, Whisker Lickin's treats and a nice card with a kitty on the front. Thanks purrry much Sammie & Fam!

The second pawkage was from my lovely furiends, Patchez & Fam... The envelope was so purrty with balloons. Enclosed was a cool refillable catnip Boogie mat, orange felt stitched mousie "he's so cute", Fat Cat Appeteasters fish and a spotted mousie. Time too try out my Boogie Mat! Thanks so much Patchez & Fam!

The third giftie bag was from my Auntie Karen, which she stopped by to visit with me at about noon... The giftie bag was so cute with cupcakes all over it and filled with lots of goodies. Inside was a fleece blankie (green with giraffes), teaser wand, 9 lives carrot mousies, rainbow ball, 2-refillable catnip toys, 9 lives balls, purple catnip snake, Winnie The Pooh figurine, pawkage of rope toys and a cute card with a kitty on the front. Thanks a bunch Auntie Karen & Fam!

I would also like to take this moment to purrsonally thank each and every kitty fur making my page light up with their beautiful gifties & rosettes:

My Fam (rainbow star), my Chloe (big cake), Angel Amelia (big cake), Isis & Fam (balloons), Mercy & Fam (balloons), Sabrina & Cleo (balloons), Princess & Fam (firecracker, milk & balloons), Molly & Fam (firecracker), Auntie Sydney Rose (star), Ashley "needing purrs & Fam (star), Simba "always loved" (star & cupcake), McKenna & Fam (star), Moses & Boots (trophy), Fido & Fam (cupcake), Sammie & KiKi (cupcake), Ollie & Fam (cupcake), Margo & Fam (cupcake), Karma Kitty & Fam (cupcake), Rusty & Annie (cupcake), Bailey Gray Cloud & Fam (cupcake), Alex "Finney" & Fam (cupcake), Diego & Fam (cupcake), Smudge & Fam (cupcake), Shadow & Fam (hat), Rufus (hat), Pandora & Fam (hat), Patchez & Fam (hat), Gimme & Fam (hat), Oly & Fam (hat), Toffy & Vanessa (hat), Sully & Pansy (hat) Bitta & Fam (mousie), Rocky Ann (mousie), Sally "ILM" (mousie), Albie & Fam (yarn), Bob & Smudge (milk), Miles & Fam (propeller hat), Piewacket & Fam (heart), Anonymous (beach ball), Mathis der meowler & fam (heart), Eve & Fam (heart), Karma Kitty (heart), Tessa & Fam (heart), Whisper & Fam (beach ball), Morgan The PirateGato & Fam (lady buggie), Teddy Bearz (beach ball), Nikko & Scooter (ladybuggie), Gimli & Fam (heart), Willie & Fam (heart), Aryeh (beach ball).


Hopefully, I remembered every kitty so far and will continue to update as my gifties or rosettes arrive. thanks again fur thinking of me on my special day and fur being my bestest furiends in the whole wide world *blowing kisses* Thanks again to all of my dear furiends who have so kindly mentioned me on their pages and Diaries... That means so much to my meowmy and me.

My beautifuler girl, Chloe has sent my B-day pawkage out today... As some of you may know, she wasn't feeling well this past week and fell a little behind on everything. I understand sweetie and don't you worry about being a little late with my pressie. The important thing is that you're feeling better *smooches Chloe*

* MY ALL DAY MOUSIE BIRTHDAY PARTY HERE:*


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I'm Now Officially 2 Years Old!

Holy kittens... can you believe that I'm already 2 years old?!?! I have had such a wonderful 2 years with my lovely family who have been there every step of the way and has given me such encouragement. I pawmise to try my best to continue having more Birthday's. I haven't yet given up and I'm not about to let this Cardiomyopathy stop me just yet! My meowmy makes sure that I get my meds every single day and watches over me with so much love and guidance. Daddy doesn't do the meds thingie since mom knows more about administering it, but he surely does spoil me and lets me know just how much he loves me! I miss you daddy and can't wait until you're back home from Alaska on August 19th *wipes eyes*

Wow, my family gave me my favorite Purina Naturals (dry) which I'm the only one who really loves this stuff. The others have become addicted to the Urinary Care, which I also eat but this is the stuff fur me... I also enjoy the Nutro (Max Cat & Natural Choice) so meowmy picked up my favorite flavors, as well as a cute catnip fishie and sparklie fishie. Thanks meowmy, daddy & siblings fur my pawsome gifties.

Mom is getting ready to meet her furiend, Nancy fur breakfast so I won't get a chance to update my Diary until she returns. Until then, I would like to purrsonally thank each and every kitty fur all of your beautiful gifties, rosettes and B-day wishes. Also, thanks to those who have so kindly mentioned me in your Diary and especially to my mousie bestie, Fido fur throwing me this wonderful and exciting Mousie B-day Pawty. Please my furiends, feel welcome to stop by the ALL day pawty fur every kitty on Catster is welcome!

Thanks again fur making my 2nd B-day so memorable but especially fur your ever lasting love, support and furiendship. I love each and everyone of you purrrrry much! I'll see you in a little while!


* MY ALL DAY MOUSIE BIRTHDAY PARTY HERE:*

PART 2 of my Diary entry is in the most recent entry...


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Mom Was Such A Busy Bee, Today!

First of all, I would like to beging my Diary with a BIG catgrats to my gorgeous, *CHLOE * fur being chosen today's DDP! I was so happy and excited when I saw that she was honored and she certainly deserves it. Wayyyyy to go Chloe Bear *chases mousies*

Today was such a busy and exhausting day fur meowmy but finally, she got a chance to take a break. First of all, she had to stop by the Honda Dealership which is an hour each way and since the traffic was horrible, it took about 2 hours on the way there because of road construction. Yikes, she was there fur 3 hours!!! When she came back to New Jersey, she stopped by the pharmacy to pick up all of my medications which then she had to 1/4 each pill (total of 100 pills, not including the baby aspirin). That took some time, especially since one of the pills is a weird football shape and another one is so tiny that it sometimes crushes. There are 4 different medications, not including the baby aspirin! After getting my meds, she then went to the Italian Bakery to pick up my Birthday cake. This is the first time she's trying this bakery but it does have a pawsome reputation fur fine desserts. She got 1/2 chocolate and 1/2 vanilla which we'll be getting the vanilla only. Daddy loves chocolate so mom is going to freeze some fur him when he comes home on August 19th from Alaska! He'll celebrate with me, then *wipes eyes and misses daddy* Mom also did all of our grooming not too long ago and will be making dinner, shortly. Wow, what a pawsome meowmy we have!

Tomorrow, my mousie bestie, *FIDO* will be throwing an ALL day pawty fur me as I will be turning the BIG 2! Please check my upcoming entry to get directions to the pawty. Mom and her furiend, Nancy (from work) do have plans to go to breakfast tomorrow morning at 10:00 am but don't worry... I'll be back on the computer as soon as she gets back home later in the morning/early noon. Most of the kitty pawrents are probably working so it may be a bit slow during the morning and afternoon anyway. Mom takes off from work on our Birthday celebrations and always has.

Have a wonderful Tuesday and I hope to see you at my pawty, tomorrow! Sending a warm thanks to the following kitties fur their giftie & rosettes: My Chloe (b-day cake), Rufus (b-day hat), Rushy (baseball) and Cassidy (heart).


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I Received Birthday Mail, Today!

When meowmy came home from work, she noticed that there were 2 pawkages at the front door. The one was from my mousie bestie, *FIDO & FAM * and the other was a large cardboard envelope shipped from a place called ""PICABOO." I had no idea who sent the envelope pawkage but boy was I curious. As fur when they say "curiosity killed the cat" don't believe it! Mom helped me open Fido's pawkage, which had such pawsome things inside... Now, let me tell you about my gifties:

*FIDO* sent me a big can of yummmy Kitty Kaviar, a tin of my delicious Pit'r Pats (these are the purrfect treats after I get my heart medication), a fun Big Mama's Scratch-O-Rama by Kitty Hoots, which I love using scratching toys, Mittens & Tiskers own furrrr from a brushing and an adorable B-day card... Thanks so much Fido & Family fur my pawsome B-day pressies!

Now came time fur opening the secong envelope pawkage. OMC, it was from my dear furiends (Snowmitts & Jaspurr's girl's family) and on the front of this special order card has photos of Bubby, Mikey, Simon, Aria & Bitta. When I opened it, it had the sweetest B-day message as well as a phot of you know who in the upper right corner. Yup, a photo of ME! It is also signed with love from the entire kitty family. This was so thoughtful and purrry unique. Thank you *BUBBY & FAM* fur thinking of me!

That's not all... I also received an adorable handmade card from my sweet furiends, *SHADOW & FAM* and on the front has 2 kitty cats holding balloons with a purry nice message inside. Awwwww, thanks so much Shadow & Family fur brightening up my day!

As some of you have read in my previous Diary entry, my dear fiancee, *CHLOE * is not feeling well and needs extra purrrs and purrayers. It would mean everything to me if you would so kindly read my previous entry and stop by to let Chloe and her wonderful family know that you're keeping them in your thoughts. She and her family are super and we love them dearly. Feel better soon my darling and I love you purrry much *wipes eyes and places paws together* Thanks to all of you who have sent my girl lovely gifties, rosettes, p-mails and purrr threads.

Sending a special thanks from Biscotti to *AUNTIE HAZEL LUCY * fur the cute post Card which we received. Auntie has been sending Biscotti & meowmy a post card every week since daddy has been in Alaska and every time mom sees one, it just makes her day full of sunshine, even if it's raining. Thanks again Auntie fur being so thoughtful and fur cheering up meowmy.

Thanks again to all of you fur helping me to celebrate my 2nd Birthday, but especially fur your love and furiendship *blowing kisses*

UPDATE: Mom just heard from Chloe's meowmy and Chloe seems to be doing a little better today. She's eating and drinking a little more, as well as grooming herself. Auntie Brenda (Chloe's mom) thanks all of you fur your love & support and so do I. Chloe's vet in on vacation until Thursday so she's going to see him then. Thank the cats that she's showing signs of improvement.

I would like to send out a big catgrats to my dear furiends, Rushy & Cassidy on their engagement... They make such an adorable couple!


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Please Purray Fur My Sweet Chloe Bear!

When mom came home from work, she received an e-mail from my girl, Chloe's mom (Auntie Brenda) that *CHLOE * isn't feeling well... She hasn't been eating or drinking much and has also lost a 1/2 pound as well as sleeping a lot. Chloe was diagnosed on August 28th, 2007 with VERY severe Cardiomyopathy (HCM) which is the same heart disease that I was diagnosed with last February. Our Cardiologists didn't expect either one of us to make it within a week or two after our diagnoses, but thanks to the love and support from our family, furiends & God, we're still here. Chloe is my life and my world and I couldn't love any kitty more than I do my beautiful fiancee'. My Birthday wish this year is that my Chloe Bear will be ok *wipes tears* I just want fur my girl to start eating and drinking again. Her breathing does seem fine which is also a big concern when dealing with HCM and heart failure, which I have been in congestive heart failure (CHF) twice. Our pawrents must always monitor us closely as well as count our breathing pattern several times daily to make sure that we're not going into CHF.

It would mean so much to me if you would please stop by Chloe's page and send her some extra purrrs and purrayers as well as letting her meowmy, daddy and brother Harley know that you're keeping them in your thoughts. My family and I will be saying a special purrayer to St Francis that Chloe will be feeling better in no time at all. We have always believed that there is nothing stronger that the power of purrrs & purrayers. I love you my Chloe bear and feel better soon, sweetie.

We have been getting purry bad thunder & lightening storms, along with small amounts of hail throughout the day and it's going to continue fur several more hours. Hopefully, there won't be anymore hail??? Chloe has also been getting bad storms where she lives which is about an hour from us.


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Yippee Doodles... I'm Today's DDP!

OMC, I couldn't believe it when I saw that I was today's DDP. Only a week and a half ago, I was chosen so this is a lucky month fur me!

In only 4 more days, I'll be turning the BIG 2 and we're all so excited to be celebrating such an important day. I have met so many wonderful furiends here on Catster and you have all be so wonderful with your love, support, purrrs & purrayers during my illness and my family and I greatly appreciate that... and furever will. By the way, my mousie bestie, Fido will be throwing my pawty fur me but don't worry... every kitty is invited and I will have directions to the pawty on my page, July 30th. Please do join me fur a day of fun, mousies and celebration!

In a little while, mom has to work ands then afterwards, she and her sister (my Auntie Lill) are going to the Olive Garden fur dinner. I will do my purrry best to thank each of you purrsonally before she leaves fur dinner, but if not, I'll surely do so as soon as she gets home tonight!

I would like to thank the following kitties fur my lovely catgrats giftie & rosettes: Thanks Catster fur picking me, Chloe "my girl" (butterfly), Cleo & Sabrina (B-day balloons), Isis & Fam (star), Bailey Gray Cloud & Fam (cupcake), Angel & Fam (propeller hat), Princess & Fam (milk), Auntie Sydney Rose (heart), Fido (bluebird), Patchez & Fam (heart & bluebird), My Family (ladybuggie), Sammie & KiKi (baseball), Margo (beach ball), Bubby & Fam (heart), Mercy & Fam (watermelon), Sully & Pansy (bluebird), Phoebe & Fam (heart), Hunter & Fam (tulips).

I would also like to wish my darling little brother, Biscotti and his adorable litter mate brothers, Mittens & Tiskers a Happy 11 month B-day. I can't believe how much they have grown and wow, so handsome, too. Next month on August 26th, these little guys will be celebrating their 1st Birthday, which will be thrown by the one and only big bro, Snowmitts!!!


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Happy 2nd Birthday Ollie Popster!

Today is a special day because it's my cute little bestie, Ollie's 2nd Birthday. Well, I should make a correction... he's not little anymore *giggles* As some of you may know, *OLLIE'S"* and I are only 7 days apart and that makes our celebrations even more exciting! We make sure that each year, we exchange gifties since we're pratically born on the same day.

Happy Birthday my dearest Ollie Popster (I named him that) and may your day be filled with lots of love as you so well deserve *blowing kisses*


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My Birthday Is Just Around The Corner!

Before we know it, my 2nd Birthday will be here so that means pawty pawty pawty. My mousie bestie, Fido will be throwing my pawty fur me and every kitty is welcome to come.

Fur those who have sent me early B-day rosies and gifties, I will be posting those on my actual Birthday (July 30th), in my Diary. Every time I do receive something on my page, mom writes it down so that we can remember who sent what. Please know that I haven't furgotten you and you will certainly be mentioned. Thanks again to my sweet furiends who have sent me gifties and rosettes, so far.

Tomorrow, my little bestie, *OLLIE "POPSTER"* will be celebrating his 2nd birthday as well. We are exactly 7 days apart in age and that makes it even more special. Please be sure to stop by to send Ollie a BIG Happy Birthday on July 23rd.

Thanks to the following kitties fur their rosies: Caesar & Fam (star), My girl, Chloe (B-day hat & baseball), Lady Lena (brussel), Oly (heart), Rocky Ann (beach ball), Ollie (heart).


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I Received Two More Birthday Pawkages Today!

Holy kittens... I received not one, but two more pawkages today. I was so excited to check out my pressies so mom helped me to open them. We find it a bit challenging to open these things by ourselves. Hummmm... maybe we should start eating spinach *giggles*

The first one I opened was a brown padded envelope and it was sent from PoshPets but at first, I wasn't quite sure who it was from? We opened the envelope and the giftie was wrapped in beautiful pink stripped tissue with a card attached. The card was signed "Purrrs" but I know it's from my dear furiends, *OLLIE & FAMILY* since he mentioned that I'd be receiving a pressie from PoshPets to wear around my neck and would be arriving this week and since it was ordered online, they couldn't sign it. As I unwrapped the tissue, there was a really cute handmade neck Tie
with a cool B-day/pawty theme! Now this will makes me look like a classy fella. It's black with a really cute Birthday/party theme (and Velcro). Ollie's pawrents are on vacation right now so I will meow with Auntie Jen as soon as she gets home. Ollie will be celebrating his 2nd Birthday on July 23rd!

The next pawkage was a large box and it was sent from *MORGAN THE PIRATEGATO* His meowmy (Auntie Donna) also does beautiful work with making her Morgan beds. We have several and use all of them everyday! Now back to the box which I needed lots of help opening it. Inside was a beautifully wrapped giftie with blue kitty & doggie wrap and a cute B-day card. The card has a kitty cat that looks a lot like me *giggles* OMC, this pawkage was from my dear furiends, *ISIS & FAM* (Biscotti's girl). Mom and I then proceeded to open the wrap and there was the most adorable handmade Morgan bed. It's white with ladybuggies, green leaves and blue flowers. What a gorgeous and quite interesting pattern. It's my purrry own LUCKY LADYBUG bed! We always meow that one can never have too many beds, especially with a large household such as ours. That wasn't all... There was also a giftie bag with 6 twistie toys ( orange/pink, blue/white, 2-brown, pink/blue & yellow/purple). It is so cool how she makes these out of the pipe cleaner craft. Purrry creative and we've always enjoyed playing with them. I also received a large pawkage of Pounce treats which i always get after I take my heart meds. That's one thing I look forward to after having to endure those stupid things *hisses at pills* Please stop by to check out Morgan's page to check out the Morgan's beds link.

Thanks so much to both Ollie & Family and to Isis & Family fur the beautiful Birthday pressies and fur making my 2nd Birthday so enjoyable. i love you from the bottom of my heart *blowing kisses*


***PHOTOS TO BE POSTED SOON (lots to go through)***


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I Received My FIRST B-day Giftie From Cali & Leo!

This afternoon at about 12:30 pm, the door bell rang and can you guess who it was? Yup, it was Mr Postie with a pawkage fur me from my besties, *CALI, LEO & FAMILY* Meowmy immediately grabbed the camera from upstairs to take pics *giggles* We carefully opened the large envelope together and enclosed was the cutest fleece blankie with knotted edges that Auntie Christina made just fur me. OMC, it's Pooh and it even has my name "PICASSO" embroidered in orange lettering! There was also an adorable B-day card with a kitty cat on the front, wishing me a Happy 2nd Birthday. My blankie and card are so beautiful and this was purrry thoughtful. I just love them dearly and they mean the world to me. Cali and Family have been there during my whole Cardiomyopathy ordeal and have been so supportive just as all of my furiends have been *wipes eyes* Please Be sure to stop by Cali's page to see her meowmy's pawsome website and all of the beautiful things she makes. The site is www.poshpetsbyc.com

Thanks again Cali, Leo & Fam fur making my 2nd Birthday super special and memorable, but especially fur being my treasured furiends and I love you *blowing kisses*

Sending a warm thanks to Rusty and family fur my delicious early B-day cupcake. That was so sweet of you and greatly appreciated!


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I'm Today's Catster DDP!

Holy kittens and caboodles, I was chosen one of today's DDP! As soon as we signed onto the computer, there it was in black and white letting me know that I was a DDP! Unfortunately, it raining and purrry dreary but mom said that she'll make it up since I can't go strolling. I'm getting extra playtime, lovies and even treats! Now that's what I call a pawsome celebration. Thanks so much Catster fur picking me today!

Mom is on vacation until the end of the week and then daddy leaves fur Alaska again this coming Saturday *wipes eyes* They went to the Casino this past Saturday into Sunday and had a nice time, as always. They were actually home by late morning since they wanted to beat the shore traffic, which is always horrible on a Sunday.

Sending a warm thanks to the following kitties fur their catgrats giftie & rosettes and fur making my day super special: My Chloe girl (trophy), Vanessa (mousie), Margo (cupcake), Karma Kitty (cupcake), Dexter & Fam (propeller hat), Sally "ILM" heart, Entrechat Cat & Fam (pink ribbon), Auntie Sydney Rose (rose), Baby G (bluebird), My Family (baseball), Samoa & Fam (tulips), Patchez & Fam (bluebird), Gimme & Fam (beach ball), Oly & Fam (baseball), Isis & Fam (beach ball), Nikko & Scooter (ladybug), Phoebe & Fam (bluebird), Rocky Ann (beach ball), Murphy & Fam (baseball), Boots & Fam (heart), Simon & Fam (beach ball), Joy & Fam (bluebird), Sully & Pansy (beach ball), Alfie & Fam (pink b-day ribbon) Anonymous (blue ribbon), Hunter & Fam (tulips), Sammie & KiKi (beach ball), Bitta (rainbow), Ashley"needing purrrs" (beach ball).

I would also like to send a big catgrats my furiends, Karma Kitty fur being chosen Catster's COTW, this week and to Oly fur being chosen today's COTD. It's so nice to be sharing an honor with both of you!


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The BEST IN SHOW Blue Ribbon Game!

There is a fun little game going around and it's called "Best In Show." The object of the game is that a special kitty (anonymous), sends you an anonymous blue ribbon, letting you know that he/she thinks you are "BEST IN SHOW." You then post in the forums that you received your blue ribbon and of course, pass one along to a few of your furiend kitties that you think are also "BEST IN SHOW." Remember... DO NOT sign your name to the ribbon because it's suppose to be anonymous!!! By the way, did I mention that I have already received 2 blue ribbons? Wow, I feel purry honored and special!

Have a great Sunday and thanks again to the thoughtful kitty who has so kindly sent me the anonymous "BEST IN SHOW!"

Sending a big thanks to Patchez & Fam fur the lovely heart rosie!


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I'm In Pit'r Pat Heaven.. Again!

This morning, meowmy and her furiend went out to breakfast, then to the mall and finally to Petsmart. Mom had to pick up some more Purina ONE Urinary Care dry food since that's now what we eat. We go through an entire bag in about 2 weeks. I just LOVE LOVE LOVE dry food, and of course my Nutro. Well, while meowmy was out, she discovered that my Pit'r Pats come in a new and delicious flavor instead of the traditional pink tin. It's in a green tin and it's chicken flavor. Can you believe chicken flavor Pit'r Pats *does happy dance*

Meowmy and daddy decided to go to Tony Lukes in the city (Phila) fur dinner. Mom had a chicken breast & broccoli rabe sandwich and daddy had a meatball sandwich. The food is super yummy there and the portions are huge. Mom brought us home an extra serving of chicken breast that she had made special just fur us.The last time unkie Dan & auntie Sam (Booger's pawrents) came over to visit, everyone went to Tony Lukes and unkie & auntie loved it there, especially unkie *giggles* Daddy always knows the hot spots to pick fur dinner. Actually, mom wasn't in the mood fur a big sit down dinner because she had a meanie headache earlier and it won't seem to subside. I do know that she brought home her leftovers, as well. My pawrents are planning on spending an evening at the Casinos on Saturday into Sunday and have already made reservations to have a quiet dinner together.

Meowmy also did a MAJOR cleaning with the Platinum Drinkwell... That included taking the motor apart and cleaning inside. Yikes does that thingie collect a lot of funky stuff *giggles* Mom does clean the Drinkwell at least 2x weekly, depending on if there are food/fur which would mean more cleanings. Most of the time, it's only 2x weekly. She wants to make sure that we have clean water at all times!

Sending a purrry warm thanks to Shadow & Fam fur the fun early pawty hat and to Entrechat Cat & Fam fur the lovely heart. Also, wishing my furiend, *SIMBA * a wonderful 4th Birthday and many more to come!


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Getting Ready Fur My 2nd Birthday!

This morning, meowmy spent several hours getting my page ready fur my upcoming 2nd Birthday. She also decorated my siblings with B-day bows... My furrry Pooh B-day hat came from my pawsome furiends when they threw an early 1st B-day pawty fur me. I wasn't expected to make it fur my FIRST Birthday so they wanted to do something special fur me. It is something that I will NEVER furget and always appreciate. The shirt (The Children's Place) came from meowmy about a month ago. She also got the red Build A Bear bow tie & hat, last year. The cute black B-day bow tie came from Ollie & Family, last year which you can see all of my siblings are wearing it on their pages, as well as you know who??? Yup, me!

As most of you know by now, I am purry ill with VERY severe Cardiomyopathy (heart disease- HCM) and I wasn't expected to see my 1st Birthday but here I am, getting ready to celebrate my 2nd. My pawrents take each day as it comes and says that each day with me is a true blessing... Mom has never once missed my medication dosage and is always there, monitoring my breathing pattern to make sure that I'm not going back into heart failure. Wait until my Cardiologist hears that I'm ready to celebrate my 2nd Birthday in just a few weeks. I just wanted to take this moment to thank my beautiful family and furiends fur all of the support and love that you have givem me since my diagnoses 1-1/2 years ago. My meowmy and I would also like to thank each of you fur always checking on me through p-mails, phone calls, gifties & rosettes. It's furiends like you who have given me the strength and I love you dearly (and so does my meowmy).

This is an exciting month because my little bestie, *OLLIE * will also be celebrating his 2nd Birthday on July 23rd.... That's just one week before my B-day! Now how cool is that??? Check out his page and you'll see that we even have matching B-day bow ties *giggles*

Daddy is taking meowmy the casino this weekend and they'll be staying overnight (Saturday into Sunday). Unfortunately, daddy won't be here to celebrate my 2nd Birthday as he'll be returning to Alaska but I know that he'll call me on my special day *wipes eyes* I can't wait to see the pawsome cake that meowmy gets fur me!

Sending a big thanks to Ollie & Fam fur the delicious "early B-day" catnip cupcake and to my fiancee', Chloe fur the "thank you" ball of yarn and Boots & Fluff fur the baseball. Also, catgrats to my dear furiend, *MUNKY * on his COTD honor, today.


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My Girl, CHLOE Is Celebrating Her 9th Birthday!

Listen up every kitty... Today, my gorgeous fiancee' *CHLOE * is celebrating her 9th B-day. Unfortunately, meowmy has to work but we'll be stopping by later on when she gets home. Actually, we're not allowed on the puter when mom isn't home and daddy really knows nothing about Catster and how it works *giggles* This isn't to mention that daddy will also be working *hisses at work*

This is a purry important day fur me because I'm celebrating it with my girl and she is the bestest in the whole wide world. Her pawrents are away fur a weekend getaway but she'll be home tomorrow. I'll be sure to let her know about the surprise B-day pawty in a p-mail, which I'll be sending shortly. My Chloe is ill with Cardiomyopathy (heart disease) just like me and each day that we have with our family and furiends is a blessing... I am so honored to be Chloe's fiancee' and as we always meow to one another "our hearts will furever beat as one!" I love you Chloe and you'll always and furever be my gorgeous Chloe Bear.

Two more celebrations to mention... Our little bestie, *SIMON * (Cocoa's beloved Molly's baby bro) is celebrating his 1st Birthday and *PHOEBE * is celebrating her 7th Birthday. Wait until you see how much little Simon has grown!

UPDATE: We have just discovered from Chloe that *HARLEY * (Chloe's bro) is also celebrating his 3rd Birthday, today. Happy Birthday buddy! It is also their brother (Bridge kitty), Roscoe's 3rd year annifursary since he left us to go to Rainbow Bridge. He's furever missed by his beautiful family and furiends.

Sending a warm catgrats to my dear furiend, *PATCHEZ * on her engagement to Poo. The best of luck and happiness to you both.

*DIRECTIONS TO CHLOE'S BIRTHDAY PARTY*


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Meowmy's Vacation Is Over!

*wipes eyes* Mom's vacation is now officially over and it's back to work fur her but she is off fur the entire 4th of July weekend, including the Holiday. She did ask them to cut her hours at work since daddy is home. Unfortunately, he'll be going back to Alaska before we know it... Mom did take her next vacation the week before he goes away, which is good. Then in September, they have their vacation to Vegas, scheduled. That's when Auntie Patti will come over everyday to take care of us. She's the bestest kitty sitter in the whole wide world, as well as mom's sister, Auntie Lill. Mom does drop me to Lill's home because she's purrry familiar with Cardiomyopathy and administering the medication, as her Rudolph passed away from the same disease a few years ago. Plus, I need Lasix 2x (total of 6 pills daily & 7 pills every 3 days). I will be staying with Auntie Lill and she can keep a close eye on me and knows exactly what to look fur if there's an emergency. Auntie Patti gives Cocoa his meds 1x daily and doesn't try to hide the meds like a little Lion kitty that we all know. Hummmm.... now who could that be???? Mom and Auntie Lill know ALLLL about my trying to hide the meds in these cute puffy cheeks of mine. Auntie Patti is coming over on Thursday and having dinner with mom & dad *chases tail*

Today, they're calling fur another hot and humid day. The sun is shining so far and hopefully, the rain has stopped. We had severe Thunderstorms throughout the evening, last night. Meow about a big BOOOOOM!

I would like to welcome cute little *PIXIE* to the Mercy Family. She is so adorable and looks like a little Cocoa & Kashmere with the creative striping and everything. Enjoy your day and have a purrfect week.

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Meowmy Got Her New Car, Today!

Today, meowmy got a new top of the line, Honda Accord EX-L with a V6 and wow, was she excited and still is. Actually, this is a gift to her from daddy... They were looking yesterday but really didn't see anything that caught her attention so they continued their shopping this morning. She didn't get the GPS since she could always buy one at Best Buy or use daddy's if needed. Mom really doesn't do all that much traveling away from home anyway, as she leaves that up to daddy *giggles* The car is a 4 door Sedan, fully loaded with a dark gray charcoal (almost black) leather interior. The color is a special order color called "Carbon Bronze Pearl" but it has more of a gray with a slight bronze tint. Mom knew that this was the one as soon as she saw it. They took a look at Honda's the other day but nothing really grabbed meowmy. Wait... grab meowmy? Where would the car take her after it grabbed her? Hopefully not too far because we need our meowmy!

Other than car shopping, it was a long day fur my pawrents and now mom's ready fur a long nap. It is pawsome having daddy back home and we're enjoying every moment with him. Actually, daddy made a big BBQ tonight and shared chicken breast with us *licks whiskers* They're also calling fur bad storms throughout the evening.

Sending a warm thanks to Patchez & fam fur the catgrats flag rosie to meowmy on her new car and to Molly angel (heart), Shadow (tulips) & Boots (bluebird)!

Have a pawsome weekend and try to stay cool!


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Daddy Is Finally HOME From Alaska!

Early this morning as meowmy was getting up to feed us and clean our kitty boxes, the door opened and it was our daddy. OMC, we all ran towards him to give him the biggest most lovable welcome home greeting ever, of course with meowmy being the first one! We are going to cherish every moment with dad since he does have to go back to Alaska in another month *wipes eyes* Tonight he and meowmy have plans to have a quiet dinner together at the Country Club, which should be nice. Daddy was so surprised with how fast little Biscotti has grown into a big boy!

Actually, in a little while, meowmy and daddy will be going to the Honda Dealerships to take a look at the Honda Accords fur meowmy. She's interested in the "EX-L" model, fully loaded and preferably with Navigation. Hopefully, she'll come home with something today, but if not, there's always the rest of the week to look. She sold her Mitsubishi before daddy left and has been driving his Hyundai Sante Fe while he was in Alaska. Boy she didn't like filling that thing up *giggles* She was actually looking at the Honda Accord, Toyota Camry and Nissan Altima and chose the Honda since the reviews were excellent, including the crash testing. Honda has always had a good reputation fur safety and reliability and that's something she feels is purrry important! Toyota and Nissan are also beautiful cars which got nice write ups.

Time to give daddy some lovies now so we may not be on Catster too much fur the next few days... Sending love to all of you!


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We're Ready To Celebrate Fourth Of July!

This afternoon, meowmy had a Birthday pawty to go to fur her furiend and wow did she have a nice time and so many nice people, too. Guess what she even did fur us??? She brought home a doggie bag of fresh spiral ham fur us. Wait... doggie bag! I meant to say kitty bag *giggles*

As soon as mom got home, she fed us dinner and then after about an hour later, she decided to take our 4th Of July photos. Today we were more cooperative than last night since we were wide eyed and busy tailed and you know how we have those busy tails, except fur Cocoa of course!

I would like to send a warm catgrats to our new and purrry dear furiend, Boots as he's honored today's COTD! We would also like to catgrats our special furiend, Ashley (needing purrrs) on his pawsome Diary honor. Catgrats to the both of you and since it's the weekend, keep celebrating!

Thanks so much to my little buddy, Boots fur the beautiful purple candle...


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I Have Some Exciting News To Share!

Well, to start of my Diary entry, I would like to share some pawsome news with all of you... My little furiend, *BOOTS* (who was in kidney failure) is now home from the hospital and is doing better. Of course, he still needs close monitoring and will be on special K/D prescription food fur the rest of his life but that's ok because he has a wonderful family to take good care of him. The important thing is that he's on the road to recovery which was a purrry rough road just days ago. Holy kittens... little Boots had to be shaved fur the IV so he has 3 legs with no furrr. Hummm... now he and I have something in common since I recently had to be shaved fur the Lion's cut *giggles* Boots and family does appreciate all of your purrrs and so do we. He'll be going back to the vet fur an evaluation in a few weeks so please continue to keep him in your purrayers.

There's more exciting news... are you ready? My beautiful fiancee, *CHLOE* was chosen DDP today and now that her meowmy has finished teaching fur the rest of the summer, Chloe will be spending lots of lovie time with her meowmy! Chloe has been chosen DDP twice within a weeks time and that is something to celebrate. I bet her pawrents are super proud because I know that I am.

Please be sure to stop by and welcome little Boots back home and to also send a BIG catgrats to my girl, Chloe fur a Diary well written...

Sending a warm thanks to Boots & family fur the lovely rainbow star, heart and fun beach ball *wipes eyes*


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Today I'm A Daily Diary Pick!

This morning when meowmy and I signed onto the computer, there were several messages fur me and one was informing me that I'm a DDP, today. I was so excited because the chosen Diary entry (BELOW) is a special one written fur my little furiend, Boots. We haven't yet heard anything on his existing condition but as soon as we do, I'll let all of you know. My family and I have turned up the purr machine to FULL force and Ive even asked my sweet auntie Hazel Lucy to add him to her Serious Purrrs list, last night. Thanks Hazel Lucy fur doing that and to all of my furiends who are purrrring fur Boots.

My meowmy starts her vacation after today as she does have to work later this afternoon into early this evening *hisssses at work* Daddy will be home from Alaska early Wednesday morning which we can't wait!!! He'll actually be leaving Tuesday night but with the time difference and layovers, he'll be in on Wednesday *chases mousies*

I would like to thank the following kitties fur all of their lovely Catgrats Star, giftie and rosettes: Chloe "my girl" (canned spam), Isis & fam (Star), Shadow & Fam (mousie), Boots & Fluff (heart), Hazel Lucy (heart), Fido & Fam (bluebird), My Fam (flag), Sammie & KiKi (tulips), Patchez & Fam (blue ribbon), Baby-G & Fam (ladybuggie), Ambro & Fam (bluebird), Samoa & fam (beach ball), Pebbles (beach ball), Sydney Rose (beach ball), Phoebe & Fam (heart), Diego (tulips), Sully & Pansy (beach ball), Hunter & Fam (bluebird) .

I would also like to send a big catgrats to Pebbles & Diego fur their Diary honors today. This is so cool to be sharing my DDP honor with two of my special furiends.

Our thoughts, purrayers & purrrrs are also with Ashley and family.


***UPDATE ON BOOTS***
*BOOTS* just p-mailed me not long ago and he's slowly improving and is even eating more, which is pawsome news. We are going to keep purraying fur this little guy and hopefully, he'll be feeling stronger each and everyday. Unfortunately, Boots is NOT out of the woods yet but this is a wonderful start. Thanks again to all of you fur your thoughts, purrrrs & purrayers... you are the bestest *wipes eyes*


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Purrayers Fur A Kitty Named Boots!

Today, meowmy had to work but when she got home, there was an upsetting message on the machine from my little furiend, *PATCHEZ* meowmy "auntie JoAnn." You see, auntie JoAnn's grandson has a kitty named *BOOTS* and some how, accidentally, Boots found an Advil gelcap which his pawrents had no idea it was dropped. Boots bit open the Advil and ingested some of the liquid. This happened a few days ago and the vet said that if he's normal after 48 hours after vomiting and ingesting the liquid, than most likely, he's fine. Boots seemed to be normal up until this morning when he began to vomit and wanted nothing to do with food. His daddy took him to the vet immediately where he is in kidney failure and is now on tubes and special fluids to help keep him alive. The next 24-48 hours are going to be extremely crucial on whether he pulls through or not. Boots is only a 7-1/2 month old baby and needs lots of purrrayers right now while he is fighting fur his little life. Boots' family & Patchez family are devastated just as we all are and our thoughts, purrrs & purrayers go out to all of them, including little Boots.

Please be aware that Tylenol or any pain relievers such as Advil are purrrry toxic to cats and can and most likely will be fatal if digested. Unfortunately, it was too late by the time Boots' pawrents discovered that there was an Advil on the floor. PLEASE keep all medications out of our reach because we don't know any better and to us, it's a play toy.

It would mean a lot to me if you would so kindly stop by *BOOTS*' page to send him some extra purrrrs & purrayers. I know that his pawrents and Patchez family would also appreciate it dearly. Thank you!

We love you little Boots and are purrring super hard that you will feel better soon... We DO believe that there is nothing stronger than the power of purrayers!

Sending a warm thank you to my gorgeous Chloe Bear fur the yummmy Spam giftie and to Boots & Fam fur the lovely heart rosie *blowing kisses*


Worried Purrrrs!

A Beautiful Gift From Chloe & Her Meowmy!

Today, meowmy had to work until 5:30 pm not to mention the terrible traffic. When she arrived home, she checked the mail and came in with a small pawkage that was addressed to her from my adorable fiancee, *CHLOE and her MEOWMY* We carefully opened the pawkage and OMC, there was a cute card with the nicest message inside. She even mentioned how she's looking forward to going to lunch with my mom. There was also a little giftie, wrapped in tissue and it's the most beautiful pink stained glass Cross with a purrty white bow and attached is a silver hanging charm that reads "Protect My CAT." Mom was so touched by their thoughtfulness and then gave me a big hug. She then called daddy and told him all about the purrty gift, card and the upcoming visit. Daddy thought that was so sweet and is looking forward to meeting my future mommy-in-law just as my mom is. This is so exciting and we can't wait *chases dozens of mousies* Chloe's mom wanted fur Chloe and me to have matching crosses, which is purrry sweet. I'm not sure where mom will hang my cross but it will surely be where everyone could see. We're thinking maybe next to the gorgeous painting of me but as soon as we do decide, I'll let you know.

Thank you so much Chloe and to my future mommy-in-law "auntie Brenda" fur your thoughtfulness. Well, I call her auntie Brenda but we all know that she's also my future mommy-in-law *blows kisses*



A MESSAGE TO BRENDA FROM BARBI:
Hi Brenda!
I just wanted to say thank you from the bottom of my heart for the beautiful stained glass cross for Picasso and lovely card. I can't wait to meet you and have lunch together... It's special friends like you that makes my days even brighter!

Love & Hugs~
Barbi


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Happy Daddy's Day To All!

We would like to wish each and every daddy a purrry Happy Daddy's Day today. This is a special day set aside just fur him because he so deserves it... Now give your daddy's a big sandpaper kiss to let him know how much you love and appreciate him.

We have the bestest daddy ever because he is always there fur us, a wonderful provider and never minds having 7 kitties in the home. First there was Cocoa (mom brought him when she moved in with dad), then she adopted Kashmere, then dad purchased Jaspurr fur mom's Birthday, then there came Aspen, then Snowmitts, followed by me and last but not least, baby Biscotti. This all took place within 7-1/2 years *giggles* Now how many daddy's would have allowed so many kitties in a home??? I don't think many although, some of our Catster furiends do have more than our family and we think that's pawsome (Patchez & Fam fur example). Our pawrents always takes such good care of us with good food, lots of love and attention, keeping our home and kitty boxes purrry clean (including that sterilization box cleaning weekly) and of course, vet visits. Being a daddy takes on great responsibility and that's something our pawsome daddy has proven many times over. Daddy also talks to each of us when he calls from Alaska and the first thing he asks is how we're doing. Of curse we all know that it's teamwork when caring fur a household full of kitties but if it wasn't fur daddy, there would be no teamwork. Daddy is also a purrry hard worker who puts in many hours a day and NEVER complains... he has even gone to Alaska to do toxic clean up and is putting in 12 hour days, 6-7 days a week and still hasn't once, complained. Mom also appreciates him fur being such a wonderful provider to all of us. Actually, mom and dad have ALWAYS been cat people and when she met him and found that he loved cats more than any other animal, she knew that this was a relationship made in heaven. Awwwww... isn't that sweet?!?!

Unfortunately, he is still in Alaska until the beginning of next week but before we know it, we'll get to see him. Mom plans on taking him out to dinner the following day to celebrate his arrival back home (even if it's only fur a month) and to celebrate a belated Daddy's Day! I have been telling him all about my Catster furiends and how much they are thinking of him and of us while he's away (read him the Father's Day gifites) that were also sent to our pages as well s the beautiful postie cards that Auntie Hazel Lucy has been sending us. This means so much to my family and me and we love you so much fur all of your thoughts.

Thanks daddy Rob fur being the bestest daddy in the whole wide world and always providing us with so much love and everything that goes with it *blows kisses to daddy*

I am also sending a super big catgrats to my beautiful fiancee, *CHLOE* fur being chosen today's DDP. What makes it even more memorable is that she's being honored on her daddy's special day *blows kisses to Chloe & her daddy*

Sending a warm thanks to my family & Chloe fur the Daddy's Day giftie and to the family of Hunter, Munky & Ozzy who has sent EACH of us a Daddy's Day giftie... Also, thanks so much Patchez fur the lovely Daddy's Day red ribbon. Awwww, that was so nice and daddy sends lots of hugs from Alaska!


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It's Another HOT Day!

Well, looks like it's not cooling down anytime soon. Mom took off from work today and wants to try and get a few things done around the home *giggles* She is also off tomorrow so maybe she'll do some stuff tomorrow as well. She doesn't really like napping during the day because it's like a waste of an afternoon. As fur us on the other paw, that's a different story.

Daddy will soon be home fur a month so that means that my pawrents will be busy taking little day trips, having dinner out and of course, the casino. Mom is also getting her new Honda Accord as soon as dad gets home (that week). She's excited about that since the SUV eats up gas galore. That vehicle is always hungry *giggles* She enjoys driving the Hyundai Sante Fe but prefers to have the Honda Accord instead.

On June 21st, meowmy starts her vacation and she can't wait to tear each day off of the kitty desk calendar... Daddy will be home on June 24th so that worked out purr-fectly.

OK, think we'll take a nap while mom gets some things done around the home. She mentioned something about the weekly sanitizing of the kitty boxes.


UPDATE: Mom just finished our kitty boxes as well as cleaning the bathroom ceramic flooring. Hummm, we just love when the kitty boxes are all finished and can't wait to use them *giggles* Thank the cats she keeps our boxes nice and sanitized on a weekly basis as well as scooping daily, many times. Now that's what we call a pawsome meowmy!


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Catgrats To Boogers & Eve On Their Wedding Day!

Well, I would like to start off my Diary entry by wishing my pal, Boogers and his beautiful Bride , Eve a wonderful life together, filled with lots of love and happiness furever... Hopefully, my Angel Molly will stop by from the bridge to help us celebrate *wipes eyes* My brother, Snowmitts is a Groomsmen, brother, Biscotti is the Ring Bearer and sister, Kashmere is one of the Bridesmaids and wow, do they all look so nice... Even meowmy kept telling us how good we look fur the Wedding!

It has been purry hot this past week but we've been quite comfy with the air on. Nothing much has been going on here but I must tell you that we are counting down the days until daddy comes home which will be exactly 10 days. Mom is so excited to see him and so are we...

I hope that everyone and their families are staying cool in this horrible heat. Have a pawsome weekend and I'll see you at the Wedding in a few hours! I'm patiently waiting to meet up with my gorgeous Fiancee, Chloe today and I bet she'll be the purrtiest girl at the Wedding *closes eyes*


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Just To Let You Know That We're All Fine!

This evening I received a p-mail from my beautiful Chloe as she was a little concerned since we haven't been as active as usual... Thanks sweetie and we're so sorry about that. Mom has been working more hours than usual because people are on vacation this time of the year. The other day, she was really sick with a terrible tummy ache and of course that meanie migraine. Today she was off so she bought more cases of the Nutro (Natural Choice & Max Cat) and spent a good portion of the afternoon, cleaning the hardwood floors by hand. Then of course, Biscotti and I chose to walk on those and you know what happened after that??? yup, you got it... paw prints! Oh well, it made the floor look even more beautiful with our special touch.

I hope that all of you are staying cool because it's going to be super hot the next few days. Their calling fur the temp to be 98 degrees both Saturday and Sunday. Mom has had the central air on fur days now which makes us feel so comfy but we do miss the open windows. We haven't even been strolling because of this terrible heat.

I would also like to send a purrry warm thank you to the thoughtful kitties fur your recent rosettes...

Thank you cuddles fur the purrty red rose, Patchez & Fam and Nikko & Scooter fur the fun summertime beach ball rosie!


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All Ready Fur Summertime!

Well, as you can see, mom got us all ready fur summer. She even bought us an umbrella, beach chair, sunglasses beach bag, beach towel, suntan lotion & beach ball. We were all so good with posing fur her too. Mom did have to tape down some of the beach things (umbrella, tanning lotion & beach ball) because it kept falling over when she would plop us fur posing *giggles* After all, when it comes to us raggies, we're purrty large! She even used a special throw fur the beach background... Mom worked a long time doing our pages but we were also helpful with lots of cooperation. By the way, did you check out my cool shades, too?

Well, time to take a nap after a long day of mom's photography. Jaspurr is still sick and not tinkling but the Dr. Wray did say to give his about 3 days until there should show improvement. Get well soon little guy and we love you purrry much. Mom has been with him all day, keeping a close eye. The medication has been making him somewhat drowsy which he's been getting lots of sleep. Thanks so much fur all of your purrrs, purrayers, p-mails, gifties, rosettes and to those who have been so sweet to purrsonally call mom to check on our brother. Please know that it is greatly appreciated...

Sending a special thanks to the following kitties fur thir giftie & rosettes: Chloe (BBQ), Angel Amelia (bluebird) & Wesley & Fam (bluebird).

Happy Summer to all of our furiends on Catster and outside of Catsterland!


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Happy Memorial Day Weekend To All!

This morning, meowmy had to work most of the day... Afterwards, she came home, fed us, did the kitty boxes, took a shower and then headed to daddy's family fur a gathering, which she stayed several hours. This helped to take mom's mind off of dad not being here, which was greatly appreciated. Dad calls mom several times a day to make sure that we're all doing ok. Mom also does her fair amount of calls to daddy. He even talks to us on the phone or leaves a message so that we can hear his voice *wipes eyes*

Today is also special because our dear furiend, *HONDO* is celebrating his 5th Birthday. Wow, he couldn't have chosen a more purr-fect day because the weather has been so beautiful which I'm sure his meowmy has all of the windows open fur fresh air and of course, fur the kitties to listen and watch the birdies. We had ours open all day (loft & bedrooms) so that we can enjoy this gorgeous weather. If mom didn't have to work today, I guarantee that us Ragdolls would have also gone strolling but there's always tomorrow...

Unfortunately, mom is really tired from being on her tooties all day, not to mention she feel a headache coming on. She couldn't get much sleep last night so that hasn't help either. Mom wants to lay down fur a little bit and hopefully, that will help her in about an hour or so??? She said that you never know with headaches.

May all of our furiends and their families have a wonderful and safe Memorial Day! Sending a special thanks to Sammie & KiKi and my girl, Chloe fur Memorial Day flags.


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Our Dear Furiend, Simba Made Her Journey To The Bridge!

On May 23rd (Friday), we all had to say good-bye to such a wonderful kitty & furiend, *SIMBA LOVED*. While mom was at work, she looked at the clock when it was around the same time that Simba would be making her journey to the Bridge (between 3:00-3:30 pm Catster time). She had a tear in her eye as she thought about little Simba and the family. It is never easy to say good-bye, even though the choices that our humans have to make are fur the best and because they love us so much. Simba had a family who adored her more than the world and so many furiends that she has made here on Catster and outside of Catster who loves her dearly. When mom spoke to Auntie Jen in the beginning of the week, it was so painful and you could hear the hurt in both of their voices. My mom has always told us that saying good bye is not fuever and that one day, we will all meet again, which we strongly believe. If you don't have the faith in believing, then you really haven't anything at all... Of course it is purrry difficult to accept but with the love and strength of faith, family and furiends, it makes it easier to accept over time. We must all remember the wonderful times that Simba shared with us and all of the joy that she has brought into each of our lives...

We love you so much Simba & Family and we will always and furever keep you close in thought and in our hearts. Please know that we're here if you need us.

I would also like to announce that Simba is "Cat Of The Day" today, so please stop by to send her your catgrats and to let her family know that we're all thinking of them. Thanks again Simba fur making Catster such a fun place but most of all, fur your incredible furiendship and love to each of us. You have made a beautiful journey to a wonderful place where you will no longer endure pain or have to be sick ever again. Catgrats sweetie on your COTD honor and it couldn't have been given to a more deserving kitty than you...


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Purrry Sad News About Our Sweet Simba!

We have just received sad news that our dear and purrry special furiend), *SIMBA* (glompity glomp glomp) will be going to the Bridge on May 23rd (Friday). She declined shortly after her 20th Birthday and there is no other choice fur her meowmy to make but to have Simba euthanized at the end of the week. This is one of the most difficult decisions that any pawrent has to make but they are thinking of us and what is best... Simba's mom, Auntie Jen is a pawsome mom and she has been there every step of the way with her Simba. Unfortunately, there is that sad moment when we can't fight anymore and our mom's & dad's have to make the decision fur us. My family knows that in our hearts this in NOT a furever goodbye and one day, we'll all meet again in heaven. It is so important to have faith as well as believing, although it can seem difficult to accept. Simba has had a wonderful 20 years of life with a beautiful family and lots of furiends who love her immensely.

Please my dear furiends, it would mean a great deal after reading this diary entry if you would so kindly have a moment of silence fur Simba and please say a special purrayer fur her and her family. Words can't express how deeply sadden we are right now and as mom is helping us type this entry, she has tears in her eyes. You can read more about Simba's journey in her diary.

We love you little Simba and we will miss you dearly... Always know that you will furever live in our heart and may your journey to the Bridge be a peaceful one as you become a beautiful angel.

A MESSAGE TO JEN (Simba's mom), FROM BARBI: Dear Jen, Please know that we're here for you day and night and we will be keeping you and your family in our daily thoughts and prayers. Love you!

Our diaries will not be updated fur the rest of the week so that we can honor and remember our bestie and dear furiend, Simba and her family...


Sad Purrrrs!

Happy Birthday To Our Daddy!

Today is daddy's 47th Birthday but unfortunately, he can't be here to celebrate. Mom did call him this morning in Alaska to wish him a wonderful Birthday and to let him know how much we all miss him... Mom and dad have been calling each other several times a day, everyday and guess what??? We even get to meow hello to daddy!

Earlier this afternoon, mom got her hair styled at the Salon and then brushed all of us when she came back home, even Kashmere! My fur is growing is so nicely with NO signs of any knots whatsoever. I still get the conditioning spray daily as the new fur is growing. Actually, I love this new Lion cut and it's purrry comfy, too. We have also been seeing so many cute caterpillars and of course, mom has to run outside and chat with them... as though they understand her? Her favorite critters are caterpillars, butterflies and ladybuggies. We would love to snack on those but mom would never allow that so that's out of the question as long as mom's around, watching *giggles*

Mom would like to send a purrrry warm thank you to the following kitties fur their lovely B-day gifties & rosies to our meowmy & daddy: Chumely & Fam (big b-day cake), Remus & Fam (cupcake), Sully & Pansy (rose). Awwww, that was so sweet and thoughtful of them and it surely made mom & dad's day even more special *blowing kisses*


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Happy Birthday To Our Meowmy!

Today is a super special day because it's our meowmy's 45th Birthday. We keep telling her that she doesn't look a day over twenty-five *giggles* This is also a sad day fur mom because daddy isn't here to celebrate with her. Actually, daddy's 47th Birthday is May 17th and I'm sure that he'll also be sad just as we are, not having all of us around to help him celebrate... Well, looks like we'll just have to sing to him on the phone to him instead.

Guess what??? We received some exiting news from daddy... his boss is letting him come home to stay every other month fur 2-4 weeks, instead of having to stay the straight 5-6 months in Alaska without coming home at all. Isn't that pawsome *does happy dance* Mom was purry excited when he called her with this furr-tastic news. It will still be sad not having him around fur an entire month but we at least we're grateful to have him here fur a month straight!

Time to help mom celebrate and give her lots of cuddles. Tomorrow, she'll be going to her sisters "Auntie Lill's" to celebrate, not to mention that Auntie has something special fur her.

Thanking all of you fur your lovely b-day wishes to mom... Sending a special thanks to the following kitties fur their beautiful gifties & rosettes: My Family (star), Isis & Fam (balloons), Hunter & Munky (I Love Mom), Mittens & Fam (cupcake), Thelma & Fam (B-day cake), Mercy & Fam (sunshine), Murphy & Fam (cupcake), Smudge & Fam (heart), Samoa & Fam (kite), Sammie & KiKi (tulips), Hunter & Munky (tulips), Princess (red ribbon) and to Chloe & Fam fur the cute e-card to mom & dad.

Happy Birthday mom and always know how much we love and appreciate you!


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Sad Day As Daddy Leaves Fur Alaska!

Today has been such a sad day fur all of us, especially fur meowmy because daddy left fur Alaska at 5:00 am. It was purry difficult fur mom to say good bye and she couldn't help but to cry throughout the day. We will all miss daddy but he did say "I'll be back before you know it!" He gave all of us a kiss and hug good-bye, told us that he loves us and then had to leave.

Mom had some errands to run this morning and then she and her furiend went to breakfast, Kohls and afterwards to the mall fur a little while. This helped mom to try and take her mind off of daddy fur a little while, although she couldn't help but miss him, even though it was only several hours since he left. It turned out to be a fun and sad day fur mom but it's friends who are going to help the time pass more quickly.

When mom came back home, she noticed that there was something left at the front door and OMC, it was a beautiful flower arrangement. She brought the flowers in, opened the card and it was from Biscotti's girl *ISIS' MOM & FAMILY* This is what the lovely card read "Barbi, I am sending these early because Rob leaves today. Happy Birthday!!! April, Barry & Family." She was so touched by such thoughtfulness and called Auntie April immediately (being very emotional of course). She unwrapped the flowers while Auntie was on the phone and they were arranged in a gorgeous pale lime green ceramic vase along with the most adorable teddy bear, wearing a cute pink bow on her head. This brought such a warm feeling to meowmy's heart. Thanks so much Auntie & Family fur making mom's B-day so special and memorable and especially fur being there fur her.

Daddy also gave mom her B-day pressie today (B-day is May 15th), which was a cute COACH handbag... She loves purses and shoes and was so excited when she opened the gift baggie and saw her pawsome pressie. One thing about daddy, he knows mom's style. Now her purse will match her new eye glasses as soon as those come in, which should be anytime! Mom is always switching purses around so we never know which one she'll be wearing next *giggles*

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To April & Family from Barbi:
Dearest April & Family~ I can't begin to express how much I appreciate you and your friendship... You have been so kind and thoughtful, especially during this sad time with Rob leaving for Alaska and it means so much to me. Thank you again for the lovely flowers and teddy bear. Also, thanks Barry for making me laugh with your great sense of humor (you're so sweet). Please know that I love all of you from the bottom of my heart and it's wonderful friends like you that keeps me smiling, especially while Rob is away. It's always so enjoyable chatting with you on the phone, as well!


***UPDATE*** daddy called meowmy not too long ago and he has safely arrived in Alaska and is getting ready fur night nights. Purrry long day fur him!

Sending a special thanks to Chloe fur the fun ball of yarn and to Shadow fur the lovely heart.


With Love!
xoxo

Today Is Mommy's Day And We Love You, Mom!

On behalf of all of us, we would like to wish our meowmy, along with all mommies a beautiful Mommy's Day celebration... We gave her a purrty bouquet of rainbow tulips and a cute card, which were on the table when she came down this morning.

Mom has our "kitty furr" all ready to be packed in dad's suitcase, along with our photos. Dad will try to visit on 4th of July weekend, which we'll keep our paws crossed and start purraying really hard. Hopefully, these next 5 months will pass by quickly so that he's back home with all of us. Meowmy is not looking forward to Tuesday when it's time to say good-bye and it will be extremely sad and difficult fur her, as well as fur daddy.

Tonight, my pawrents have to attend a viewing fur their furiend, Mike's mom. Sadly, she lost her battle to brain cancer last week. Mike and daddy use to work together and have remained good furiends after dad left fur his new job. It will be even more difficult fur Mike and his family as his meowmy's viewing is being held on Mother's Day. Our thoughts and purrayers go out to him and his family. Afterwards, mom & dad will be going fur dinner to celebrate Mommy's Day.

We hope that all of the mommies have a purr-fectly beautiful Mommy's Day, today and please be sure to give her lots and lots of lovies and cuddles as she so well deserves.

We love you mom and thanks purrry much fur being the bestest most caring meowmy in the whole wide world!!! Sending a big thank you to all of those kitties who were so sweet to purr-sonally wish my mom a Happy Mommy's Day with your lovely gifties, rosettes & p-mails... Please know that it means so much to her and to all of us.


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Gifties From My Gorgeous Chloe!

Just before mom was about to take a nap, the doorbell rang and there was pawkage fur me from my darling fiancee, *CHLOE*. Mom quickly ran upstairs to collect me, along with the camera *giggles* The purrsonalized Address label was so cute and Chloe even added adorable kitty cat stickers.

After taking several photos, mom helped me open the box and enclosed were 2 cards and three tissue wrapped gifties (yellow, blue & purple). We proceeded to open the cards first and the first card was a really sweet Mother's Day card from Chloe to my meowmy. The second card is fur her upcoming Birthday from the entire family and it' so purrty! Now came time to open the gifties... I received a fun package of 3 Blind Mice with feathered & pom pom tails, a cool book called "It's a Dog & Cat World", which mom is going to read to all of us. There was also a really adorable creamed color Police Officer teddy bear and he's wearing a hat, little soft silver handcuffs (toooo cute) and even a nightstick! Chloe's daddy is also in law Enforcement which makes my bear even more special. As most of you may have heard in the news, Sgt. Stephen Liczbinski (Philadelphia, PA) was fatally shot and this is even more painful to fellow Law Enforcement, such as Chloe's daddy and to mom's half brother who is also a Police Officer. Our thoughts and prayers are extended to Sgt Liczbinski and his family.

I do know that my little teddy bear is going to protect me and will remain close to my side and my family at all times. Thanks again Chloe fur making mom's "Mommy's Day" and Birthday purrry special *blowing kisses* Mom couldn't wait to show daddy everything that we received and he could see the excitement in her eyes. He smiled and said "awwww, that was really nice of Chloe's family!" Mom tells daddy all about our sweethearts and furiends on Catster :))

Sending catgrats to Jaspurr fur being chosen DDP. Today is also our dear furiends, Samoa's 8th Birthday and Shadow's 6th Birthday so we're sending them wishes fur-filled celebration. Thanks to the following kitties fur the thoughtful rosies: Shadow (bluebird), Prince (blue ribbon), Smudge (rose).

***UPDATE*** Minutes ago, mom worked on my few bad knots that still existed (belly & chest). She sprayed the skin conditioner, followed by a special stainless steel comb and grooming scissors. With patience and the helping hand of daddy, mom was able to remove the bad knots that were close to my delicate skin. Now I won't have to go to Dr. Wray after all *does happy dance* I feel pawsome because she just sprayed my entire body with the conditioner and I even smell like baby powder! I want to make sure that I look super handsome fur my girl, Chloe...


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There's A Lion In Da House!

There's a lion in da house! Every time I look into the mirror, I see a really handsome lion? Wait a second, that's ME I'm seeing... Whenever I pass by mom and dad, or if I'm just relaxing the window, I hear them say "there's a lion in da house." Wow, since I have this pawsome title, I guess it makes me the King Of The Kingdom which of course is my home *giggles*

Meowmy and daddy have both noticed that I'm now more curious, walking around a lot more and following them around more often. Overall, I'm purry happy and comfy with my new fur style and it shows, not to mention giving me a cool title! Each day, mom has been working on the few tight knots that still exist, which the Groomer was uncomfortable about shaving since they're sooo close to the thin skin under my belly and armpits. Beth didn't want to take any chances with cutting me. She is such a nice girl and worked with me every step of the way and mom was also in the Mobile Van me during the entire shaving session. Mom prefers not having to take me to the vet to have the knots shaved if she doesn't have to but either way, they must be removed. I am certainly purrry comfy with my new style and quite active compared to before. My coat is much thicker than my Raggie brothers and that is why I tend to knot which they do not. Hey, that's not fair!?!? Dr. Wray told mom that I need R&R fur 10 days before bringing me into his office fur the knot removal. She's going to do her best to try and remove those if she can, which she did get a little yesterday which is a start. If scroll down a few Diary entries, you can read all about my Grooming session on Tuesday.

Thanks to the following kitties fur sending me rosettes and admiring my new Lion Cut: Alex (bluebird) & Finney (heart), Joy (ladybuggie).

Now I think I'll take a nice long catnap... ZZZZZZZzzzzzzzzzzzzzz!


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Daddy leaves Fur Alaska On Tuesday Morning!

Daddy just got the Confirmation and Itinerary that he's leaving fur Alaska this coming Tuesday... We don't want him to go but unfortunately, that's part of the job. Mom had plans on going on vacation to Las Vegas in September, but now it looks like it's going to be October instead. We'll know more once he gets settled in. She's excited that there's a good chance Auntie April & Unkie Barry (Isis's mom & dad) will be joining them in Vegas this year!!! That would be so pawsome, not too mention all of the fun they'll have. Maybe they can even check out some chapels fur Biscotti & Isis *giggles* Meowmy and Auntie April have been talking everyday on the phone and so have I, along with Cocoa and Jaspurr. We would love fur her to visit with us, even though it is a far visit from Canada.

By the way, it's all daylight now in Alaska, no darkness! Yikes, that would affect mom's sleep fur sure. Mom's girlfriends and sister are going to keep her busy with lots of visits as well as taking her out so hopefully, that will help take her mind off of daddy not being here? It's going to mean so much to her and is greatly appreciated.

After 3:00 pm on Friday, mom officially begins her vacation... Unfortunately, daddy won't be here to celebrate their Birthday's (mom's is May 15th and daddy's is May 17th) but she'll do the best she can to stay strong and I'm sure that she'll have a visit or two on her special day. She's also purry sad because the next few vacations will be spent without daddy here *wipes eyes* On Friday, daddy has made special plans fur him and meowmy to spend the entire evening at the Casino, which she 'll enjoy. That is something that meowmy and daddy enjoy doing and they love the restaurants, too. Don't worry... we'll also keep her busy while dad's away!


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Have You Checked Out My New Lion's Cut?

Holy kittens and mousies, where did the rest of me go? I was once a super fluffy kitty and now... well, I'm more than 1/2 less of what I was *giggles*

My Groomer, Beth came over this morning at about 11:45 am. She was so sweet and fell in love with all of us. The Mobile Van was parked in the driveway just waiting fur me to enter. Mom made sure that she gave me all of my heart medicine this morning before getting groomed. She had spoken to Beth a few days ago about where I would be groomed and Beth explained that all of her equipment is in the van (table, clippers, moisture spray, etc) as well as explaining that it would be less distractive and stressful without my entire family and siblings present since I would want to run to them. Mom was ok with that since Beth has handled situations such as mine in the past. Now, let me tell you all about my interesting and rather long day!

Mom brought me out to the van and asked Beth if she wanted fur me to come in with her. Usually, nobody goes into the van with the Groomer since it is limited space. Well, Beth agreed that it would be a good idea fur mom to be with me. Beth placed a mask over my eyes before getting started, as this prevented me from investigating everything around and becoming even more nervous. After moments into shaving, mom removed the mask, held the back scruff of my neck while petting under my chin and speaking softly. Actually, holding the back scruff helps to relax us. The shave session was going well until she began to go over some reallytight knots which were in super sensitive areas (under belly, behind legs and under the arm pits). I became a bit upset so mom removed me from the van, placed me into the home and allowed me to calm down. Then it was time to head back to the van to continue since I was fine. This took place several times but it wasn't anything serious and actually, we were expecting fur me to act a lot worse then I did. Mom sprayed calming spray a few times during my session which I think helped some... Beth did a super job, but unfortunately, some of the knots are really close to the skin (on the belly and other areas where the skin is super thin) so she didn't want to take any chances since it could be risky with cuts. We decided that it would be best to call my vet and see if they could work on the rest of the knots, which aren't too many but mom really wants those shaved fur my comfort. About 90% of the knots have been removed which is pawsome. Mom has been rubbing a special skin conditioner on me to help make me feel comfortable since my skin in now a bit dry. After taking a little nap, I was back in the window, watching the birdies and all kind of things. Mom & dad are so impressed with how I have handled the shave and what a good boy I was. Even the Groomer said that I' one of her favorite clients... Haa haaa doggies, who says that kitties can't be groomed too and look gorgeous!

Dr. Wray called mom at about 4:00pm after leaving a message with the receptionist and he said to give me about 10 days of R&R and then to bring me in and they'll take a look at the knots. I can not have any kind of anesthesia whatsoever because of my heart condition. It's best that I go to the vet fur this pawticular shaving because of the knots being so close into the skin. If I do by any chance, get a small cut or anything, the Staff will be there to help me. Beth just didn't want to take any chances and mom agreed. If I become too stressed at the vet then they'll just stop the procedure.

Thanks so much Auntie Kar fur stopping by and fur bringing meowmy & daddy lunch... that was a sweet & thoughtful surprise! They just loved the Turkey hoagies along with us kitties, especially Aspen! He is a big chicken & turkey lover *giggles*

Now it's time to take another nap since it was a long day fur me. Mom has to get up super early tomorrow fur work but she'll be home by noon. Sending a purrry warm thank you to the following kitties fur their lovely gifties & rosettes: My Family (tulips), Dexter angel (I Love Mom), Margo (trophy), Hilda (trophy), Allie (mousie), Isis (sombrero), Chloe (blue ribbon), Hunter & Munky (tulips), Sully & Pansy (bluebird), Cali & Leo (heart), Sampson Silver Dollar (bluebird).


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My Grooming Appointment Is Only One Day Away!

Holy kittens... is grooming time here already? Tomorrow, my Mobile Groomer, Beth will be coming over at about between 12:00-12:30pm. Mom is a bit worried with how I'll handle this but she really wants fur me to be free of knots and this is the only way. We have tried combing but it's unsuccessful because of the tightness of the knots and the texture of my thick coat. Mom did speak with the Beth earlier this morning and Beth felt that it would be best to have everything done in the van where it is purrry quiet as well as all of her equipment being in there (table & stuff). She also said that sometimes it best if the pet is away from their sibling (s) and owners because that will make them want to run away and be with the owner. Beth has dealt with similar situations such as mine so we're sure she knows how to handle it. Beth has been doing this fur 15 years so we definitely feel confident. It all boils down to how I'm going to be. The last 2 times when the vet tried grooming, I was terrible and they had to stop because I was becoming stressed. If that does happens tomorrow, then we will have to stop the grooming. Even Beth said that I will feel much better after the shave. It could take up to an hour, depending on how I am doing... She did say that it takes about 45 minutes on average to have a Lion's cut down, plus she has to switch blades in between. Yikes, that sounds really involved huh?!?! Keep ypur paws crossed and wish me luck.

Daddy should be getting a call any day now to be leaving fur Alaska and has all of his Led & Asbestos Licenses/Certificates ready to go. Now he'll just have to pack when it's time *wipes eyes* We will purray that this leave of absence goes quickly and that daddy will be back home where he belongs! Thanks so much to all of my furiends fur your sweet gifties, rosettes and P-mails with helping mom and us kitties feel better...

Guess what??? Mom took the "Compatibility Test" and it said that we're BEST FRIENDS! The results read:
"If you didn’t know who your mother was, you’d swear you and your favorite kitty were from the same litter. You have a bond that only the two of you understand. " We already knew that...

Thank you my little Chloe Bear fur the fun pinwheel and I'll be sure to have it with me when I'm getting groomed!

Wishing our dear furiend, glompity glomp *SIMBA* a purrry Happy 20th Birthday Please feel free to join Simba's celebration pawty *HERE*


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Our Daddy Is Going To Alaska Fur 5 Months!

We are all purrry sad because daddy's work is having him go to Alaska fur 5 months straight. Yup... you heard right, 5 months! His job had mentioned about traveling to Alaska in the beginning of the week, but it wasn't finalized until yesterday evening. Mom is also purrry upset because she is so used to having daddy around and will miss him, just as we are and we don't want him to go bye byes. Unfortunately, this is something that he has to do fur the job. Daddy is a safety supervisor fur Safety, Environmental & Risk Management as well as works with Asbestos removal. He'll be staying in the town, Valdez (compound) along with 24 other workers, working 12 hour days, 7 days a week. Holy cats, they even warned him about bears!!! BEARS?!?! They do say Alaska has pawsome Salmon fishing, especially fur the Silver Salmon but daddy hates fish so that won't work. He'll be keeping in touch through phone calls and letters and will try to come home fur a visit on Fourth Of July and will be back home by Labor Day. Wow, that seems so so far away *wipes eyes* Mom will purray, along with us that the job is complete before then and that he'll be home sooner. The important thing is fur meowmy to keep busy and she has furiends and her sister that will help her do that. Boogers' mom mentioned about coming to visit in July so that will be nice. My pawrents had plans to leave fur their Vegas vacation in September but it looks like mom may have to change it to October instead *hisses at dad's job* He has been trying to convince mom that before she knows it, he'll be home but it's not working. Daddy is the type of guy who doesn't mind working and has always been that way. He's a wonderful provider and sometimes, I guess sacrifices have to be made, even if we aren't happy about it.

What is also upsetting fur meowmy is that her Birthday is May 15th and daddy's is May 17th and they won't be spending it together this year. This won't be easy fur her but we'll try to help her through it the best we can. Believe me, we have no problem with keeping her busy...

Time to get extra cuddles in with daddy before he leaves next week, which could be as early as Monday :( I am going to miss him the most because I'm a true daddy's boy.


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Our Dear Furiend, Penn Has Gone To The Bridge!

This afternoon when Biscotti signed onto his page, he received purrry sad news from his little girlfriend, Isis that her brother, *PENN* has gone to Rainbow Bridge. Mom was in tears and she knows how difficult it is when something like this happens. Penn was almost 19 years old and lived a wonderful life before he passed away. He began not to respond to his meowmy and then he became feeble and couldn't walk. His meowmy, felt that it would be best to have him go peacefully instead of enduring any kind of pain or suffering. This is such a difficult decision to make but her concern was fur Penn... Our meowmy's have to make these kinds of decisions fur us since we can't communicate through human talk, just through behavior. Penn left this world peacefully to enter a whole new world where there is no more suffering. He will meet so many new angel furiends and eat all the treats & Kitty Kaviar that he wants. As meowmy always says, this is not a permanent good-bye fur it's a temporary parting since we will all meet again. Our love, thoughts, purrrrs and purrayers go out to Penn and his lovely family who were there fur him up until the end. Penn couldn't have had a more loving and caring family. We'll miss you sweetie and love you, but well NEVER furget you *wipes eyes*

Please stop by to let Penn and family know that you'll be thinking of them during this sad and difficult time in their lives... Thank you!


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I'm Today's DDP... Again!

Holy mousies... I'm on the DDP streak... Only 6 days ago, I was a DDP and there I go again *giggles* I couldn't have been chosen at a better time since it is my sister, *KASHMERE* 7th Birthday and we all know that she'll be getting all of the attention most of the day. Well, up until now so that means meowmy has to give us both extra attention, not that she already does. Remember Kashmere... I am mentioning you in my Diary so that should call bur Brownie points *giggles* All joking aside, I really do wish my sister a wonderful Birthday today and I couldn't be happier fur her. She is a sweet girl and we all love her purrry much. Happy Birthday, sweetie!

The weather is still miserable which has been preventing us from strolling. What in the cats is going on with this? I could understand April Showers but this is going a bit toooo far in my book! I do hear the birdies outside so maybe... just maybe it may end up being a pleasant day. Unfortunately, mom has to work today but only fur 4 hours which isn't too bad I guess.

I would like to thank all of my furiends fur their catgrats on my DDP honor. Sending a warm thanks to the following kitties fur their lovely rosettes: Kashmere (sombrero), Tiskers & Fam (tulips), Sammie & KiKi ( tulips), Ambro & Fam (sombrero), Samoa & Fam (tulips), Patchez & Fam (tulips), Buster & Fam (sombrero), Isis & Fam (red ribbon).

Thanks you my sweet little Chloe Bear fur the "I Love Mom" giftie... I can't wait until Chloe's meowmy becomes my Meowmy In Law and neither can my mom wait to have Chloe as her Daughter In Law *blows kisses*

If you get a chance, please stop by to wish Kashmere a Happy 7th Birthday and feel free to join the pawty as it's an ALL day affair! Sending warm Birthday wishes to my dear furiends, Hazel Lucy & Sofie! Also, wishing Senna a Happy 14th B-day, today!


*DIRECTIONS KASHMERE'S BIRTHDAY PARTY*



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Mom Received A Birthday Giftie From Boogers & Family!

Not long after my sister, Kashmere received her pawkage from Hondo & Co., the doorbell rang and it was the UPS man, delivering a pawkage fur meowmy. The box was quite heavy so we had no idea what it was??? Mom couldn't wait to open it and OMC, it was a big Hamilton Beach Griddle fur her upcoming Birthday (May 15th) from *BOOGERS & CO.* She was so excited and couldn't wait to call Auntie Sam to thank her. We remember that the last time Auntie & Unkie stayed in November 2007 (when they picked up Mittens and Tiskers from the breeder), mom made everyone bacon & eggs fur breakfast but it was all prepared separately since she didn't have a griddle at the time. Of course she didn't mind cooking but a griddle would have been a lot quicker *giggles* This is why Auntie felt that this would be the purr-fect gift and it surely was. Mom even said to daddy that she can't wait fur them to come back to visit so that she can make breakfast fur everyone again. We miss Auntie & Unkie when they leave and look forward to their visits just as our pawrents do. As we have always told them... "our door is always open with no invite required!"

Message From Barbi: I just wanted to send a very special thank you to Sam, Dan, Boogers, Fido, Hondo, Mittens & Tiskers for making my Birthday so special. I hope to see you soon and always know how much I value our friendship... Thanks again for everything but especially for being the wonderful friends that you are to my family and me. Now every time I use my new griddle, I'll warmly think of you. Love all of you dearly!


Love & Purrrrs!
Picasso & meowmy Barbi

I Have A New Fishie Furiend Named Pisces!

Holy kittens, cats, caboodles & mousies! This morning when I woke which wasn't too long ago, there was a super big fishie bowl with a really cute fishie swimming around. His name is Pisces and my special furiends, *CHECKERS & FAMILY* sent him to me. I was super curious to get better acquainted, so I placed my big blue eyes close to the bowl and suddenly, baaaa booom.... Pisces gave me a big kiss! Yup, he puckered and along with lots of bubbles, he kissed me right on the smackers through the bowl. Wow, what a pawsome way to wake up in the morning, especially to be greeted by a cute fishie like Pisces. Thanks again Checkers & Family and thanks so much fur keeping me in your thoughts & purrayers *wipes eyes*

Well, I'm getting ready fur my shave in about a week... Yup, the Mobile Groomer is going to attempt giving me a Lion's cut (you can read all about it in my previous diary entry). So many kitties & humans are telling me how good I'll look and I do believe them. After all, I'm a cute little guy and even without fur I'd be quite a looker... in a good way that is *giggles* Please keep your paws crossed that everything goes well fur me next Tuesday when I get my new hot style. Sorry ladies, I'm already taken by the the most beautiful girl in the world, my Chloe bear!

Have you seen the new pink shirt that our Unkie Dennis gave us! He was on vacation in Minnesota and found us a cool shirt at the Mall Of America and it reads "OUTDOOR CUTIE Minnesota. Yup, that's me... a cutie *giggles* Thanks Unkie Dennis!

Sending a warm catgrats to our dear furiend, *ASHLEY "needing purrrs"* fur being chosen DDP. Please stop by to read about the 5 new kittens (and mom cat) that they took in last week. We are also sending lots of purrrs & purrayers to *ISIS & Fam* (Biscotti's girl) fur their little human brother, Sterling as he was rushed to the ER, yesterday morning. Isis has written a Diary entry about Sterling as well.

I would also like to send a belated Catgrats to my furiend, *SUNFLOWER* fur her DDP honor, yesterday. Sooo sorry we missed it, sweetie. Hope you had a pawsome day celebrating... Thanks Sunflower fur the purrty heart rosie and to Princess & Fam fur the fun mousie!


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Meowmy Found A Mobile Groomer Fur me!

After lots of searching fur a reputable "Mobile Groomer" (Beth), meowmy finally found one that works in our area. She wasn't accepting new clients but after hearing my situation, she made an exception. You see, I have knots and with each day, new ones form because I drink so much water from being on Lasix, as well as use the kitty box many times daily. The water splashes on my fur, which is much thicker than my Ragdoll siblings coat and it causes knots to become purry tight and nearly impawsible to comb out (especially under my belly area). As soon as mom attempts combing, shortly after, there are more. I become purrry stressed when she does this, therefore she has to stop. We've even had my vet try to shave me a few times but I freaked out so that was the end of that, especially being in a strange place. The last thing I need is to become upset because of my severe heart condition, but on the other paw, these knots must be removed. Well, mom & dad decided that it would be best to have something like the Lions Cut which would be cute and make me feel more comfortable. Driving to a Groomer would be extremely stressful so therefore, having someone come to our home would be best and I can remain in my surrounding with my family. If I do become stressed, than we will have to stop the process. Every time I would go to the Cardiologist, he'd rub that gel stuff all over my belly fur the Ultrasound, which would be sticky and make excessive knots. Mom would then comb them out, which I just hated it with a passion, not to mention that it dries quickly and is hard to get out. We think my fear of combing stemmed from that? Shaving a handsome and stylish cut will be best, providing I will allow this? Daddy is going to see if he could take off from work that day to also be with me. Mom has already taken a purrsonal from work and will monitor me fur the entire day. Actually, I think I'll be quite gorgeous looking like a lion *giggles* After all, I do have the tail and ruff fur it! My pawrents always wants what's best fur me and this is the only solution that they feel is a positive one. Why try to fight nasty tight knots and bring on stress and aggravation with combing when I can have them removed with a quick shave. We must think about my comfort, not what I would look like with short fur because either way, I'm a cutie...


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Hisses At The Rain!

My Ragdoll siblings and I are not exactly what you would call "Happy Campers!" Mom is off today and had plans on strolling us but since the stupid rain has decided to arrive, there will be no strolling. She's working tomorrow until 4:00 pm but the rain is suppose to continue so that means that the weekend has gone to the cats tails *hisssss* She is off on Monday and Tuesday so our paws are crossed that those two days, or at least one will be nice enough to take a long stroll. Mom says something about the flowers needing rain, but pleasssse, we don't feel like hearing that and that's why they invented hoses! I guess it means staring out the window all day, just fantasizing what could have been...

Other than the meanie weather, nothing much has been going on but I do think that meowmy has plans to brush us and do our nails. Daddy is home today which we're all happy to see, especially you know who?!?! Yup... Jaspurr & me! Dad's work had plans to send a few of the guys up to Connecticut fur 3 weeks but that fell through, at least fur now *does happy dance*

I would like to send a warm catgrats to my adorable sister, Kashmere fur being chosen today's DDP! Kashmere will also be celebrating her 7th Birthday in just 5 days (May 1st). Also, my baby brother, Biscotti, along with his siblings, Mittens & Tiskers (Booger's fam) celebrate their 8th month Birthday, today! Sounds like a day full of celebrations to me, minus a stroll.

Thanks Auntie Sam and Tiskers & Mittens fur the Harry Potter thank you cards. So happy that Auntie enjoyed her B-day pressies and you guys liked your gift basket full of goodies.


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I'm A Daily Diary Pick, Today!

Holy kittens... I have been chosen today's DDP *chases mousies* When we signed onto the computer this morning, I couldn't believe that I was a DDP again. This is so pawsome and purry exciting. I haven't much planned fur today since meowmy has to work way later than usual. Daddy has been away fur the entire week fur work bu he comes home this afternoon and we can't wait. Boy have we all missed our daddy lots lots and lots. Unfortunately, the chances are that mom will be at work when he gets in but they have made plans to go out to dinner when he she gets home. It will be a bit late fur dinner (7:3o pm) but that's ok because she'll be hungry. The good thing is that she's off tomorrow and we'll spend the day together. If it's nice out, we'll even go strolling as we have lots of strolls to catch up with after the long winter. Plus, I need to get my DDP celebration stroll since we won't be able to do it today.

Hope every kitty has a pawsome weekend and thanks to each of you fur all of your catgrats... I would also like to catgrats MoJo on her diary honor, today... That is so cool, that we are celebrating together!

Sending a special thank you to the following kitties fur their lovely Star & rosettes: My Family (ladybuggie), Isis & Fam (star), Auntie Sydney (bluebird), Baby-G (ladybuggie), SMUDGE & Fam (heart), Violet & Fam (kite), Mercy & Fam (bluebird), Mojo & Fam (blue ribbon), Sammie & KiKi (bluebird), Margo (blue ribbon), Percy & Fam (kite), Fido (ladybuggie), Shadow & Fam (rose).


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Somewhat Of A Busy Day!

Today was such a gorgeous day but unfortunately, meowmy had to work until early evening. Afterwards, she picked up her new Kate Spade eyeglasses and then headed to the department store to get her new Pfaltzgraff dinnerware. It's only a 16 piece setting so she chose to get 2 boxes, not to mention matching salt & pepper shakers. Pfaltzgraff and Lenox have always been meowmy's favorite. The Pfaltzgraff which she got today is fur everyday and it's a beautiful designed stoneware. She even got these really cute stone kitty cat coasters, too. Holy kittens does mom like housey stuff *giggles*

As soon as she got the mail, there was an envelope from our dear furiend, *EVE* (Boogers' fiancee'). Enclosed was the most beautiful handmade Wedding Invitation with 2 kitties and all kinds of purrty handmade touches. OMC, Auntie Jenn is so creative. there were also cute wedding cake & heart confetti along with 3 wedding wrapped mints. Let's see... one fur daddy and two fur meowmy? She does want to keep one in our keepsake box, though.

That's not all... Today is also *BOOGERS & CO.* meowmy's 30th Birthday (Auntie Sam). We hope that she had the bestest Birthday celebration ever. I think that Unkie Dan planned on taking her to the restaurant of her choice. Love you Auntie Sam (and Unkie of course).

Sending a special thanks to Rufus fur the cute bluebird rosette.


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Happy 13th Birthday, Cocoa!

Our brother, *COCOA* is now a teenager as he is celebrating his 13th Birthday... Cocoa has always been such a wonderful and caring brother to all of us. He sleeps with meowmy faithfully every night and doesn't get up until she does. When one of us is sick, he's right there by our side, cleaning us and keeping a close eye to make sure that we'll be ok. Meowmy adopted Cocoa when he was only 8 weeks old and at that time, he was purrry ill but with the vets care and meowmy's of course, he pulled through. As some of you may know, he is also ill with Cardiomyopathy (not as serious as my heart disease) and mom, nor the vet was even sure if he would make it to 13 years, being diagnosed a little over 4 years ago. Cocoa is such a super brother and always will be. Thanks to all of his furiends fur making his 13th Birthday celebration so enjoyable & memorable.


Happy Birthday, Cocoa!


*DIRECTIONS TO PARTY*


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Auntie And Unkie Came To Visit!

Today was the BIG day that Auntie Sam and Unkie Dan came to visit with us. As you may have read in our previous Diary entries, daddy is selling them our Plasma TV since he decided to go with the LCD. They arrived at about 8:30 am and we were so excited! I was the first to greet Auntie just like I did before and then she then went upstairs to see the rest of us as we were scattered all over. Auntie was super excited to see Snowmitts and you know that she wants to steal him *giggles* She also got a chance to see how much Biscotti has grown, not to mention how handsome he is. After they settled in, mom gave her B-day pressies and something from all of us just fur the visit, along with a gift basket that mom made fur Mittens & Co. Auntie gave Cocoa a really cute B-day card and the pic on the front looks just like him! She also gave Biscotti some cool gifties from Mittens & Tiskers which includes 2 cans of TiKi cat, a can of FF Medleys, Kitty Hoots birdie and 4 furry toy balls. Biscotti did pawmise to share with us... Daddy had to work in the morning but was home by 10:00 am. Meowmy, Auntie & Unkie stopped at BJ's because Auntie needed to get some food & cat litter. After the three musketeers came back, they decided to have some lunch. Daddy wanted them to try Tony Luke's in S. Phila since it's always purrry good from what I have heard. Unkie Dan was sweet and treated to lunch. Afterwards, they returned back to the home and took us strolling. Auntie strolled Snowmitts and Jaspurr (not together) while mom strolled Biscotti & me then Biscotti & Aspen. It was such a beautiful day to get out venture in our wheels. As fur Biscotti, he got to stroll twice since he didn't want to get out the first time!

Later on, daddy bought steaks and fish to grill fur dinner... There was also hot apples, garlic mashed potatoes, green beans & corn, not to mention apple pie fur dessert. It surely smelled yummy but mom doesn't like fur us to have steak. Shortly after dinner, daddy helped Unkie load the TV into his car then it was time fur them to leave. We didn't want them to go but unfortunately, they had to since Unkie is working tomorrow. This was such a fun and exciting day fur us kitties and our pawrents and we didn't want it to end. We do hope to see them again, purrry soon and maybe they'll even spend the weekend with us *crosses paws* Picasso was watching them as they pulled away and you could tell by reaction that he didn't want his Auntie & Unkie to leave *wipes eyes* Thanks again fur everything but especially fur being so special to all of us.

Cocoa also received a really cute Morgan bed (the Calvin Cat design) and toys fur his upcoming 13th B-day from our dear furiends, *ISIS & FAM* (Biscotti's girl). That was so sweet and thoughtful.


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Holy Cats, I'm Today's DIary Pick!

Wow, I couldn't believe my big blue eyes when I saw that I was a DDP! What makes this even more exciting is that my chosen entry is all about showing my baby brother, Biscotti the ropes to strolling. A few days ago, Biscotti was also a DDP and his Diary entry was also about his first stroll. I think this calls fur a BIG stroll celebration *giggles* Mom has to get ready fur work shortly so we'll see how the temp is when she gets home.

By the way, my Auntie Lill's (mom's sister), Lola is visiting with us fur a week and shes so cute. Lola is actually the litter mate sister of Aspen and she looks just like him, except fur she's a Blue Mitted Ragdoll. Auntie Lill's furiend is visiting and staying with her fur a week from England but the problem is that he's severely allergic to long hair kitty cats and that's why our mom is watching her. Kinda like a vacation fur Lola. Auntie also has 3 other kitties (2- Oriental Siamese named Gracie & Snowflake and a Tabby named Petey) Since they have a short coat, there won't be a problem with her furiends allergies. Mom is planning on taking Lola out fur a stroll this week. Now if she'll like it, we're not sure since it will be her first stroll. Lola is extremely timid and shy as most female kitties tend to be. I must add that all of my siblings were so sweet to Lola and even Jaspurr contained his Jaspurr-tude *giggles* Snowmitts and I have met Lola last year when we were vising with Auntie Lill & Family. As fur Aspen, Biscotti, & Cocoa, they also accepted Lola with open paws and even Kashmere, being as shy as she is. It's like one big happy family *giggles* You can check out Lola on Aspen's page...

Thanks to all of the sweet kitties fur your catgrats... Sending a special thanks to the following kitties fur their lovely rosettes: Auntie Sydney (pink ribbon), Rocky Ann (heart), Isis (kite), Fido (bluebird), Patchez (blue ribbon), Baby G (ladybuggie), Violet & Fam (ladybuggie), Ambro & Fam (bluebird), Mr. Somebody "Charlie" (heart), Sully & Pansy (bluebird), Sammie & KiKi (ladybuggie), SMUDGE (bluebird), Joy & Fam (kite)


** I will send out my purrsonal thank you's later on this evening when mom gets home from work**


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Our First Stroll Of The Season And I Was Training!

Today was such a gorgeous day so mom decided to take us strolling since she was off. This was Biscotti's first stroll so mom felt it would be best to have me go with Biscotti to reassure him that everything would be ok. Holy kittens, I was stroller training today in the AT3 *giggles* Mom took both of us together and wow did Biscotti enjoy himself, as well as I. When it came time to bring us both in, I was a willing participant but as fur Biscotti, that wasn't happening. Mom then took him fur another stroll before taking the others out. I was so proud of Biscotti and it was a pleasure strolling with him. Thanks mom fur making our day so enjoyable.

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ASPCA Mission: ORANGE!

As you can see, mom has dressed us up, as well as decorated our pages to help celebrate & support the ASPCA Mission orange event and we couldn't be happier to be wearing our new orange shirts to help support and speak our voice. Mom will also be wearing orange!

We are now entering the 141st year, the ASPCA (American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals) is proud to partner with target animal welfare and community organizations around the country to launch ASPCA Mission: Orange. This is a focused effort to create a country of humane communities, one community at a time, where animals receive the compassion and respect due to them as sentient beings, and where there is no more unnecessary euthanasia of adoptable animals simply because of a lack of resources or awareness. Meowmy has been a proud supporter and member or the ASPCA fur many years and continues to do so... It's so important to help support shelters, whether it's a financial donation or donating items such as blankets, newspapers, toys, food, etc. Every little bit helps and the animals greatly appreciate it!

We think it's wonderful that so many kitties are wearing their orange, so please continue to support the ASPCA and in return, you will be helping those animals in need.


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Amazing UPDATE On Computer Files!

****UPDATE****
Earlier today, mom decided to check out the CD's which she had created a back-up from Norton 360 about a week before the computer had Hard Drive failure... Well and behold, there were all of her files, including everything in Outlook Express the day of downloading the info from Norton, as well as our photos! Of course, we did lose some of the ones which we uploaded after the back-up but not nearly as many as we would have. Some people don't like Norton but we must say that if it wasn't fur that program, mom would have lost everything. We even have all of the e-mails in the deleted file that mom didn't delete fur quite sometime. She was on the phone with Norton yesterday and they reinstalled the program and we're purrry nice and helpful. Mom is in her glory right now but has soooo much file organization to do. we even found our Catster code files which was pawsome.

Daddy decided to go out today and treat himself to another new TV. He chose the 42" LCD to replace the Plasma model. Mom said it's a guy thing to keep up with modern electronics so she just acted excited fur daddy. I guess it's sorta like our meowmy's with computers digital camera's and of course in mom's case, vacuum cleaners! She just loves her new Animal Dyson but then again, she enjoys vacuuming anyway*silly meowmy* As fur me, I think I'll stay away from that one...


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HP Hard Drive Was Just Delivered!

Not too long ago, the Fed Ex man delivered the Hard Drive fur our Desktop computer *chases tail* Now mom has to remove the bad Hard Drive and replace it in the tower with the new. Then she has to install the Recovery Discs and we're ready to go *crossing paws* The stinky thing is that she is going to lose everything in Outlook Express, as well as most likely, the photos which were taken within the past 3 months. Daddy's niece (Missy) is going to see if those could be recovered but the chances are purrry slim. Missy knows a lot about that kind of stuff, as she has done it before. In a little while, mom will begin working on installing the new Hard Drive and installing the Recovery program. She'll b stopping by Missy's later on today. This morning, Boogers' mom sent meowmy several photos of us which were lost on the computer. Thankfully, Auntie Sam still had the pics that mom sent her and kept them in a file. She also sent us pics of the twins which were lost. Thanks so much Auntie Sam! Mom is still purrry upset over this but she feels a little better that some of the pics will be saved, thanks to her furiends who kept those on file. Isis' (Biscotti's girl) mom also has some pics that she has saved fur us and we thank her from the bottom of our hearts as well. There is nothing like the feeling of losing precious photos so please kitties... have your mom back those up. We have backed up most of our photos on the external Hard Drive but then again, those 3 months worth were of pics that can't be replaced. We never thought that a brand new computer of only 3 months would have such severe problems such as this. Hopefully, the new one will give us better luck. We do have a 4 year extended warranty (the best one offered) and it's well worth it because you never know what will happen, especially with computers. Mom also had one on her Laptop (2 year) but unfortunately, that's all they offered and the warranty just expired.

Hope all of you are having a great week and Happy April to all! Thanks River fur the fun kite Rosette and to Rusty fur the lovely heart.


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Horrible Computer Problems!

Yesterday morning, meowmy turned on the computer, which is only 3 months old (HP Media Center) and the screen took her to a countdown. As soon as the seconds completed, the screen then went dark, which minutes later turned bright blue (nothing at all on the screen). With several attempts rebooting the computer, the problem still wasn't resolved so it was time to call fur assistance at HP. The people were purry nice and guided her through a test to check the Hard Drive. The test failed which meant that the Hard Drive is defective so mom wasn't at all happy. She is usually good with saving her photos onto the "My Book" external Hard Drive, but who thought this would happen to a brand new computer? Mom does have a set of Recovery discs which she made in January when we purchased it, but that doesn't help with the photos since at the time, she already had those saved on the "My Book." It looks as though we lost 3 months worth, which is a lot! There were our Valentine's Day, Easter, Birthday and just everyday cute photos that were on that particular computer. Mom was so sad all day yesterday and wasn't even up to doing our diaries at the time or even after work. Later on today, we're suppose to be taking it over to daddy's niece who is good with computers in hopes that she could save our photos through her Hard Drive and maybe even on to the "My Book?" We're all keeping our paws crossed that everything works out but unfortunately, it's not too encouraging at this point. In the meantime, we'll be using the Laptop until HP replaces the Desktop which shouldn't be long.

Today, mom is also making a big Turkey Breast fur dinner and you know how much we love chicken & turkey (yummmy). Sending a special thanks to my new furiends, Patchez & family fur sending each of us such cute rosettes... Patchez also comes from a large and beautiful family.


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Today I'm A Daily Diary Pick!

Holy kittens... I'm back in the spotlight on Catster *chases mousies* Within 3 weeks, I was chosen DDP three times and that to me, is soooo exciting. Mom has some errands to run since she's off today but other than that, nothing much going on. Actually looks like it's going to be a quiet day fur the most part. Yesterday was a big day since it was Jaspurr's 4th Birthday so my family set that day aside just fur him to help celebrate his special day! Thanks again to all of you who made Jaspurr's day even more memorable with your beautiful Stars, Gifties, Rosettes and of course fur attending his Birthday pawty.

Thanks to Catster fur choosing me as today's DDP and to all of my furiends fur your sweet P-Mail, Group & Shoutbox messages. Sending a warm thank you to the following kitties fur their lovely catgrats rosettes: Isis (bluebird), Fido (kite), Auntie Sydney (bluebird), Rufus "ILM" (ladybuggie), Patchez (pink rosie), Baby G (ladybuggie), Samoa (kite), Sammie & KiKi (bluebird), My Family (ladybuggie), Ele (kite), Mercy (heart), Murray (bluebird), Sully & Pansy (ladybuggie) and Neo (bluebird).

Wishing all of you a wonderful weekend and thanks again fur celebrating my honor with me!


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Happy 4th B-Day To Jaspurr!

It's is such a dreary and rainy day here in NJ, but that's ok because we're making it sunny and bright fur our bro, *JASPURR* Today we are celebrating his 4th Birthday and wow, does mom have a special day planned. She is going to spend extra playtime with him as well as make a nice praline Spiral ham fur dinner. I'm not allowed to have ham because of the sodium and my heart condition, but mom is baking a small chicken breast just fur me! She also got Jaspurr such a beautiful and yummmy looking cake and is also planning on making Creme Brulee fur the humans. Our Unkie Dennis is also coming over to celebrate with us, but we're not quite sure about Auntie Patti since she has to work late tonight. Meowmy & daddy got Jaspurr a really cool clawing post with an above sleeper and lots of sisal rope. Our BIG condo/sleeper which is upstairs also has sisal rope and we love! We have that one in the Loft since it's so huge. It has a jumbo tunnel and 2 large attached sleepers. We also have another large one on the other side the loft, along with a smaller sleeper condo in the bedroom. As you can see, mom makes sure that our home is set with condos *giggles*

Jaspurr will also be having an all day pawty which Boogers has thrown fur him. We will be dropping in throughout the day and hope to see you there. Thanks again to all of Japsurr's wonderful furiends who are helping him to celebrate him special day. That means the world to him as well as to us.


ALL DAY PAWTY
http://www.catster.com/forums/Party_Time_and_Virtual_ Play_Dates/thread/509602


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I Received A Pawkage From Evie!

After mom returned home from dinner tonight (she went to the Olive Garden with her furiend), she decided to check the mail since the only thing that came today was a giftie fur Jaspurr's Birthday from Isis. Usually, the mailman will put all of the mail together and deliver it when he has to come to the door but there was no other mail with the pawkage. Daddy was the one who accepted the pawkage this afternoon while mom was at work. Well, low and behold, there was mail in the mailbox, including a red bubble envelope from *EVE & FAMILY*

There was a beautiful card with butterflies, thanking Kashmer fur being in Eve & Boogers' wedding as well a special catgrats message to me on my recent Engagement to the beautiful Chloe and to Kashmere on her Engagement to the handsome Bells. There were 3 packages of Wedding Stickers (tux, rose, limo & stars), (Wedding dress, rose bouquet, veil, rings & pink flowers) and (Wedding bells, rings, cake & gift box). The stickers are so adorable and realistic looking. Auntie Jenn also made a gorgeous magnet photo frame of my fiancee, Chloe and me together and the frame reads "Love makes the world go around." There was also a photo frame of Kashmere that says "Brides Maid" along with a heart of glitter flowers. Eve's mom did all of this by hand and what beautiful and creative work! We got a kick out the purrty Bridal confetti although, Biscotti tried eating it while mom took a few quick pics. She had to place it back into the envelope at that point *giggles* I was sleeping in the condo while mom took some pics and she didn't want to wake me up since it's good fur me to get rest.

Thanks so much Eve & Family fur the wonderful pressies and fur thinking of us in such a special way... We also received a beautiful thank you card from our dear furiends Sammie & KiKi, today!

Sending a special thanks to my beautiful Chloe bear fur the cute bluebird rosie!


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Our Furiend, Dexter Has Gone To Rainbow Bridge!

Later this afternoon, I received purrry sad news in my pursoonal P-Mail that our dear furiend, *DEXTER* has gone to Rainbow Bridge this morning. He wasn't acting himself early in the morning hours and when he jumped into bed, he collapsed. His mommy took him to the vet immediately, but it was already too late as he had passed away. Dexter was the brother of Molly (Cocoa's girlfriend) who had also passed away several months ago. Please stop by to send Dexter and his family your purrayers during this difficult time. We love you our furiend and will miss you purrry much. Our love, purrs & purrayers are with Dexter, River (his brother), Mag 7 (feral brothers) and their meowmy. Please know that we're here if you need us... Our mom always says "This is not a forever goodbye, for it's a temporary parting and we will meet again."


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The Easter Bunny Left Us Goodies!

First of all, I would like to begin my Diary by wishing each kitty and their families a wonderful Easter. Mom had to work this morning and didn't get home until about 5:00pm. When she got in, she fed us dinner, cleaned the kitty boxes and then started some laundry. Daddy was at his families, which they had dinner at 4:00pm so it would have been a little too late to head over since dad was planning on coming home at about 6:00pm anyway. When he arrived back home, he had a big dinner platter fur meowmy, which was so sweet and thoughtful.

Guess what??? This morning, the Easter bunny left us some pawsome goodies in a little basket, which was on the dining room server... We received 4-tubs of Sheba food, kitty treats and 2 jars of baby food (beef & chicken). Thanks Easter bunny fur coming to visit with us and making our Easter so enjoyable.

Sending a special thanks to Phoebe & Family fur the cute Easter eggie rosette!


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I Got Mail From My Sweet Chloe Bear!

This afternoon, mom had to work into the early evening so she decided to pick up a big Rotisserie chicken fur all of us to enjoy. When she came home, there was an envelope on the kitchen counter, addressed to me from my *CHLOE* Daddy explained that the envelope was between the door which it must have originally been delivered to the wrong address but when they dropped it off, nobody was home to accept it. This rarely happens but when it does, we do have purrry honest people in our development who will deliver our mail. Before mom even ate, she wanted to help me open my purrsonal mail (I was standing in the kitchen with her). Enclosed was the cutest Easter card with a beautiful thank you message from my girl, thanking me fur her Engagement & Easter pressies. There was also a really cute memo pad that reads "There is no such thing as a cat owner..." Hummmm, if that's not the truth *giggles* We are sorry to report that Chloe's mom's Grandmaw is purrry sick so she went to spend this past week with her but will be returning tomorrow. Our purrrs and purrrs are with Chloe, Auntie Brenda, Grandmaw and her entire family.

Thanks so much sweetie and Auntie Brenda fur the card and fur thinking of my meowmy as well. I miss my Chloe Bear*wipes eyes*


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We Received Easter Goodies From Boogers & Co!

Today there were a few packages delivered. The first was fur Aspen from his girl, Murphy, which you can read all about it in his Diary. After mom took pics of Aspen and his Easter pressies, she decided to go out and check the mailbox to see what else was delivered. As soon as she came back into the home, she called our names and told us that there was a small envelope from *BOOGERS & CO.* Every kitty was downstairs except fur Kashmere but that's nothing unusual. Mom had the camera all ready to go and then proceeded to help us open our envelope. OMC, we got such fun pressies... We received a really cute Easter card, a yellow plastic eggie with 4 furry mousies inside (cute idea) and of course, chocolate fur meowmy. Awwwww, this is so thoughtful of Boogers & Co and we thank them from the bottom of our hearts.

Sending a special thanks to the following kitties fur their Easter giftie /rosies: Rusty & Fam (Easter basket), Sammie & KiKi (kite), Rufus (bunny) and Ambro & Fam (eggie).


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We Now Have Cute Easter Gifties & Rosies!

Wow, what a nice surprise when I saw that there were Easter goodies from Catster today. Mom was wondering when the Easter rosies would be coming out and there they were early this evening. Thanks Catster fur making Easter so much fun!

Mom is feeling a bit better and will be returning back to work tomorrow. She is still coughing with a slight runny nose but it looks like the medicine is finally working *crosses paws* Tomorrow will be a week since she began feeling purrrry poorly. My meowmy and I would like to thank each of you who have been sending her Get Well purrrs & purrayers this past week and we greatly appreciate your thoughtfulness.

Thank you again fur all of your DDP catgrats messages, Giftie & Rosettes. It was such an honor to be celebrating such a pawsome and fun honor! Please feel free to read all about my celebration day in the previous Diary entry below...

I would like to thank the following kitties fur their Easter rosettes: Dexter & Fam (bluebird), Willie & Fam (bunny), Shadow (eggie), Auntie Sydney (eggie) and Patchez (bluebird).


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I'm Today's DDP Within 8 Days!

*throws paws in the air along with mousies* I couldn't believe it when I signed onto the computer this morning informing me that I was one of today's DDP's! It has only been 8 days since I was last picked (March 12th) and this is such an honor.

Mom had to go to the eye doctors this morning to have her eyes checked since it's time fur an exam. She's getting new contact lenses (ordered), as well glasses, which she has a few frames that she's interested in. She seemed to fall in love with the "Coach" brand, so the girl put in a few orders of different colors in Coach to see how they will look on mom, as they were limited with colors at the time. Kate Spade has a new line coming in next week so they'll call as soon as these selections arrive. At least she'll have a larger selection of both frames to choose from but she is definitely leaning towards Coach. Mom is purrry funny about wearing glasses (she likes contacts much better) so that's why she prefers the finer designer fames. Silly meowmy! She and the girl, Amy at the eye doctors always have so much fun when mom picks out glasses. Of course mom with her sense of humor trying on all different frames. Mom was all excited because her eyes haven't changed much... only slightly in the left. She has purrry bad astigmatism and those humans who have that know what it's like. You have to have special astigmatic contact lenses as well as eyeglass lenses.

Thanks so much fur all of your DDP catgrats... Sending a warm thank you to the following kitties fur their lovely gifties & rosettes: Isis (trophy), Fido (ladybuggie), Sammie & kiKi (ladybuggie), Auntie Sydney (blue ribbon & eggie), Patchez & Fam (pink ribbon), Samoa & Fam (ladybuggie), Joy & Fam (heart) and Ashley "needing purrrs" (heart), My Fam (heart), Dexter & Fam (bluebird),Willie & Fam (bunny) and Shadow (egg). Please know that your thoughtfulness means the world to me ans thanks again fur celebrating my honor with me.

Catgrats to my new furiend, Patchez who is also sharing DDP with me and she has a big family just like us!!!


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Happy 2nd B-Day To Snowmitts!

Holy kittens and caboodles, we have several celebrations today. First of all, it is our brother *SNOWMITTS* 2nd Birthday and we would like to wish him a wonderful Birthday and many more to come... Today is also St. Patty's Day which means twice the celebration fur Snowmitts and of course, fur all us. May each and every kitty & their families have a pawsome and fun St. Patty's Day.

I would like to purrsonally thank all of Snowmitts' furiends fur stopping by his page and wishing him a Happy 2nd Birthday. Please feel free to stop by his All Day Pawty and help him celebrate...


SNOWMITTS PAWTY LINK:
http://www.catster.com/forums/Party_Time_and_Virtual_ Play_Dates/thread/506386


Thank you Rusty & Annie fur the good luck clover!


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Easter Gifties From Sammie & KiKi!

This afternoon, right before meowmy had to leave fur work, Mr postie rang the doorbell and it was a pawkage from our purry dear and thoughtful furiends, *SAMMIE & KIKI*! We weren't allowed to open it until mom came home to take pics. Well, as soon as she arrived home this evening, daddy made dinner on the grill while meowmy helped us open the pawkage and take pic, of course. Enclosed were two clear plastic giftie bags tied with purrty blue ribbon. The one bag was fur all of us and the other was fur Snowmitts' B-day.

We opened the Easter bag first, which had the cutest card addressed with all of our names along with a pawkage of Whisker Lickin's treats, Winnie the Pooh notepad, green & pink plastic ball with bell and a pawkage of Cadbury Mini Eggs candy fur meowmy. OMC, we love our pressies but especially, we love Sammie, Kiki & Family... Thank you fur making our Easter so hoppity fun.

You'll now have to read Snowmitts Diary to see what fun B-day pressies he received from Sammie & KiKi!

Mom isn't feeling too well (bronchitis symptoms) so she's going to bed shortly after helping us with our diaries. If she's feeling badly tomorrow, she'll be staying home to get lots of rest.

Sending a special catgrats to our purrry dear furiends, Ashley "needing purrrs" and Baby G on their recent marriage. May the both have a happy and wonderful life together *blowing kisses*


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We Got The Dyson Absolute Animal DC17 Vacuum!

This morning, mom decided to purchase a new Vacuum, although she wasn't feeling too great. She thinks that she may be getting bronchitis? Well, when she came home with a big box, we had to investigate what was inside (Biscotti, Aspen & myself). Hummmm... was it a pressie fur us pawsibly? Finally, this big thing came out of the box and OMC, it was a brand new vacuum. Mom decided to get the Dyson Absolute Animal DC17. There were several models but she liked this one the best. It's even a putty purple and gray. She couldn't wait to put everything together (which wasn't too much) and then it was time.... As soon as the vacuum started, we siblings ran away but of course, Biscotti decided to stay to help mom as she tested this new contraption out. We were purrry impressed with how much kitty fur the cyclone collected. Mom was so excited to call daddy and tell him all about the new vacuum and how pawsome of a job it did cleaning. Mom vacuums everyday and she was beside herself when the Electrolux died, yesterday. Now she's back to being happy again and even likes this one much better!

Thanks Tiskers fur the cute ladybuggie & Shadow fur the clover!



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Today I Was Chosen Daily Diary Pick!

I couldn't believe it when I woke up this morning and saw that I was one of today's DDP *chases mousies*! haven't been a DDP fur quite sometime and it always means so much to us when we are chosen with such a fun and pawsome honor. Wow, this is even more special because I'm also sharing my DDP with my furiend, Rocky Ann as she was also chosen DDP today!

I would like to thank every kitty fur their Catgrats P-Mails, Shoutbox & Group messages... and to Catster fur giving me this honor. Sending a special thank you to the following kitties fur their lovely Giftie & Rosettes:

Chloe Bear "my fiancee" (daffodil), Isis (trophy), Anabel (sushi), Fido (green hat), Lucy & Fam (ladybuggie), Auntie Sydney (heart), Lilly *PAWS* (ladybuggie), My Fam (clover), Sophie (heart), Joy (heart), Samoa & Fam (ladybuggie), Ambro (green hat), Ashley "needing purrrs" (ladybuggie), Sammie & KiKi (clover), Rocky Ann (ladybuggie), Angel Molly & Fam (clover) and Sully & Pansy (ladybuggie). You have made my day extra special, not to mention that mom is off to spend the day with us.

Today is also our furiend, *ANABEL'S* 9th Birthday so please be sure to stop by and send her lots of wishes fur a purr-fect day!



***UPDATE*** Oh no, the Electrolux Vacuum (canister) made a funny loud noise so I think it's time to say bye bye to it. It's an old one but did a pawsome job with vacuuming. Actually, it was passed down from daddy's mom to us several years ago. Mom is kinda glad *giggles* because it was SOOOO heavy and made of metal. Think her plans fur tomorrow is to get the special "Absolute Animal" Dyson DC17, made specifically fur pet hair (purple & gray one). The cost is approximately $550.00- $600.00 but well worth it, especially with a multi pet household. Dyson's are purrry reputable as well.


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Our Spring Flowers Are Blooming!

Holy kittens... Our beautiful spring flowers are beginning to show their bloom. Several years ago, mom planted Tulips and Hyacinths and now she looks forward to them coming up each year. In the beginning of the summer when the spring flowers have gone to sleep, she'll plant Inpatients of different colors and wow could they really sprout once they get going. They are such a purrty flower but unfortunately don't come up each year . That means mom has to spend hours, planting and preparing the flowers but she doesn't mind at all. We like our home to look purrty with blooms of flowers whether it's spring, summer or fall. Now we're all ready fur spring with the flowers blooming and the garden flags blowing in the breeze. One thing about mom... she loves to decorate the garden with her decorative garden flags, as well. Every time we turn around, there's a different flag fur the season or Holiday *giggles*

Mom has to go to that place called work today, but it's ok because she's off tomorrow and plans to do some early spring cleaning. Oh no, that means Mr Vacuum Cleaner will be coming out from hiding but then again, it does everyday and bothers us. Well, we know that Biscotti will be helping because he loves the Vacuum Canister. Silly kitten!

Sending a special thank you to my new furiends, Madison & Fam fur the lovely ladybug rosie!


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We're The New Admins In Best Friends, Along With Isis!

As we all know, our dear furiends, Boogers & Co have stepped down from being Admins in the Best Friends Group. During the 1.5 years since the group was formed. Everyone has met so many pawsome furiends and helped so many kitties in the Best Friends Sanctuary. Well, Boogers suggested to Isis (Biscotti's girl) that maybe she and my family could be Admins together so here we are! We will do our purrry best, along with Isis to make Best Friends as fun as when Boogers & Co were in charge and I'm sure there will be days when we need his assistance. We aren't really familiar with knowing a whole lot about being an Admin but like I meowed, we'll do our purrry best so please my furiends, try to bare with us... That's all we ask. There are days when mom has to work but no need to worry because we have the beautiful Isis helping, just as we'll be there fur her and you!

Today mom had to work and the weather was extremely bad with high winds, lots of rain. On her way home she went the long way because she noticed that power lines and transformers were knocked down with wires hanging throughout the street. Mom was purrry cautious with driving and it took her much longer than usual since she took the back roads, not to mention the severe weather. The winds are still purrry bad and the rain is continuous and it actually sounds scary out there. Mom was telling one of the girls at work that it looked like the Wizard Of Oz outside so that goes to tell you how bad it is. We are purrraying fur all of those poor little animals who have to be out in this bad weather and that they'll find a safe place to shelter *wipes eyes*

Catgrats to Isis and to my family fur being Admins in Best Friends! Sending a warm thank you to Miles & Fam fur the Pot of Gold giftie. We pawmise to do our best with being new Admins in Best Friends...


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I've received An Engagement Present!

Not too long ago, meowmy came home from work and got the mail. Daddy had to work this afternoon (before the mail came). As she walked into the door, she yelled Cassi... there's something fur you!" OMC, I couldn't run down fast enough as soon as I heard her voice. There was a brown envelope and it was addressed to me from my dearest furiends, *HONDO & CO.* There was also a chew mark at the bottom of the envelope from Mittens himself *giggles* Mom helped me open the envelope and enclosed was a really cool Kitty Hoots Grill Friends catnip toy along with a beautiful message that reads " Concats on your Engagement to Chloe! We are so happy fur you!" Then it has all of their names listed at the bottom of the note with cute little critters, symbolizing each of them. Auntie Sam made this fur me so that makes it even more special *wipes eyes* Thanks so much Hondo & Co fur thinking of me and helping me celebrate my Engagement to Chloe Bear. She is such a pawsome Fiancee.

I just wanted to update you on how I'm feeling. I'm doing a lot better, thanks to all of your purrrs & purrayers these past few days. I have received so many nice Gifties, Rosettes, P-Mails & Group messages. I would like to thank the following kitties fur their Rosettes & Giftie, which I received today... Auntie Sydney Rose (mousie), Pandora & Fam (pink daisy), Sammie & KiKi (smoochie lips), Alex & Fam (smoochie lips), Finney & Fam (cupcake), Smudge & Fam (heart), Gimme & Fam (heart) and to Lilly & Lucy(candle). Thanks again to everyone fur showing such concern to my meowmy and me and we love you all purrry much.

Time to have our dinner now. Meowmy and her furiend are going out to eat shortly so hopefully, we'll get a goodie bag.... yummmmy!


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Today I'm Feeling Better!

I'm feeling better today than I was last night, which explains in last night's Diary entry. I was the first to eat this morning when daddy gave us breakfast and mom was purrry happy to hear that. She was up and down most of the night, checking on me and monitoring my breathing pattern. She also gave me an extra 1/4 Lasix dosage to help relieve any fluids that may have been in the chest area. My breathing did settle down after awhile but meowmy was still watching me like a hawk. I understand that kitties who don't like meds may foam at the mouth, but I have never drooled or foamed like I did last night and what made it more serious and of major concern was my rapid breathing during the pill taking. I am purrry good with taking my heart meds and this particular time I was not cooperating. Any meowmy who has a sick kitty like me will panic when something doesn't seem right. I have already been in Heart Failure twice so that is a big concern right there. Heart Failure weakens the heart even more and that's one thing that I can't afford to have, being as ill as I already am. I can't have any stress whatsoever and thankfully, my home is always quiet and serene.

I would send out a purrry special thanks to my Auntie Brenda (Ashley "needing purrrs" mom) who was so sweet to call my meowmy last night when she got the news on how I was feeling. That meant so much to meowmy and me and is greatly appreciated!

Thanks again fur all of your lovely Get Well wishes, P-Mails, Group messages, rosettes & Gifties, last night and today. I would like to thank the following kitties fur their rosettes & gifties which were sent this morning: Spot & Fam (heart), Tommy & Fam (heart), Snickers & Fam (heart), Molly (rainbow star), Molly & Fam (candle), Andre & Fam (candle), My Fiancee Chloe (mousie), Rufus (pink daisy), Piewackit & Fam (heart) and to Ripley & Fam (smoochie lips).

Now it's time to do some more birdie watching from the patio doors. Mom likes to feed them to make sure that they're not hungry or anything. Wow do we get some purrrty birdies that visit with us.


***UPDATE*** I ate my dinner tonight, took my heart medicine with no problems and my breathing has improved since last night, although mom & dad continue to watch me closely. Thanks to me family, wonderful furiends and my beautiful Fiancee, Chloe who have helped keep me stay strong with all of your purrrrrs & purrayers. Sending lots of love to each of you and thanks again fur being there fur me.



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I'm Not Feeling So Well Tonight!

This evening when it was time to take my medication and mom gave me the baby aspirin, I didn't even swallow it like I usually do. Instead, I drooled along with a slight foaming and out came the aspirin all mushy. I then began to breath heavier than I usually do which is purrry serious with Cardiolyopathy (HCM). Meowmy was purrry upset and scared at this point... she gently wiped my little mouth dry and calmed me down by giving me lots of pets and whispurrs. A few minutes later, it was time fur my next dosage of heart meds which is a MUST. I wasn't in the mood at this point but meowmy explained that it's purrry important that take them all. Afterwards, she held and rocked me to help me feel a little more at ease and I could feel a tear in her eyes as she rubbed my face with her cheek followed by a gentle kiss on the top of my head. I am still breathing a little heavily but it has slowed down some. I did eat a little dry food along with yummmy Kitty Kaviar but mom wants to keep a close eye on me throughout the night. I think that purrty soon, I'll jump in bed with my daddy and get some rest so that tomorrow I'll feel lots better. Thanks meowmy fur being the bestest mom in the whole wide world!

Thanks so much to my dear furiends, Isis & Fam (Biscotti's sweetheart) fur the Get Well fish bowl. Hummm... maybe if I get some energy later on, I'll play with the gold fishies *giggles* Isis & Fam always know how to make us feel better with their thoughtful ways and kind words. I would also like to send a warm thank you to all of my beautiful & special furiends who have been sending me lots of purrrs & purrayers, along with lovely gifties, rosettes, P-Mails & Group Messages...

Thanks Hazel Lucy fur always keeping me in your Purrrr Thread, My family (red healing ribbon), Joy & Fam (mousie), Snapdraggon & Fam (rose), Shadow & Fam (heart), Hilda (heart), Diego & Fam (pink flower), Belle & Fam (rose/heart), Fido (heart), Lilly PAWS (heart) and to Ahley "needing purrrs" (butterfly). This means so much to me but what means the most is your furiendship. Love all of you from the bottom of my big heart!


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My Chloe Bear Said YES!

Holy kittens *chases mousies and dances* my beautiful *CHLOE* said YES to my proposal today. I was worried when I didn't hear from my sweetie before Valentine's, knowing that she also has Cardiomyopathy but now I know that she's fine. Her meowmy & daddy went away fur a long weekend while her human brother and his girlfriend watched Chloe. As long as I know that my girl is ok, than I feel so much better. This is the happiest day of my life except of course the day she becomes my lovely wife!

Mom just got home from work not too long ago and OMC, the house was a shambles. The wild child, Biscotti must have gotten in one of his running around moods and broke the living room lamp. It was laying on the floor with broken pieces around the area. Mom immediately got out the Electrolux and vacuumed up the smaller pieces. We all know that it was Biski because this never happened with any of us except fur him. He knocked over the other lamp this morning but it didn't beak. Who would have ever thought that meowmy would have to come home to this?!?! She called daddy and daddy's answer was "oh, he was just having fun and we'll get 2 new lamps... no big deal!" No wonder we like to flock with daddy *giggles* Mom seems to be the one who yells if we're misbehaving, as well as gives ikkky tasting medicine when we're sick. We could never do wrong in daddy's eyes.

Thanks again to every kitty fur the catgrats and to my adorable Chloe fur the champagne toast. Love you my sweetie pie *blows kisses to Chloe*


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I Asked My Chloe To Marry Me!

First of all, I would like to wish every kitty and their families a purrry Happy Valentine's Day, but I especially want to wish my girl, Chloe a super special day filled with lots and lots of kisses... This is my first Valentine's Day with my darling and I couldn't be happier!

It has now been a full year since I was diagnosed with VERY severe Cardiomyopathy (HCM). Mom and dad feel purrry blessed each and everyday that we share together... It has been a challenging year but we're not giving up. We will never give up on the power or purrrrrs & purrayers!

I wanted to make this Valentine's purrry special fur my *CHLOE* so I decided to send her a BIG engagement which is now waiting fur her on her page. Both Chloe and I have Cardiomyopathy and it means so much each and every day that we have here with our furiends & families. She means the world to me and I wanted to express that by asking her to marry me. There is no other kitty that I would ever want to share the rest of my life with except fur my beautiful Chloe Bear. As we always say to each other... Our big hearts beat as one! A while ago, I had meowed to several kitties that I planned on proposing to her on Valentine's Day and they all thought it was such a wonderful idea. One never knows what tomorrow will bring fur Chloe or me since we both have terminal heart disease but I do want each and everyday to be happy fur her because she is the love of my life. By the way, Chloe's mom will be busy all day with meetings so Chloe will not have access to the computer but hopefully, tomorrow or maybe even late tonight?

This is also an exciting day fur my sister, *KASHMERE* as she has just received the most beautiful Engagement from her handsome Bellsnickles. As soon as she saw the ring, she fainted but Smelling Catnip got her right out of it. You have to check out his proposal Voki message on his page... Too funny! We would also like to send a purrry special catgrats out to our dear furiend, Ashley (Bellz older brother) on his Engagement to the beautiful Baby G. We couldn't be happier and may they both share a life full of love & happiness together!

Meowmy & daddy will be spending Valentine's Day with us tonight and is making a big Oven Stuffer with all the fixings. Cocoa is still purry sick so we all want to be with him, as well. Dr Wray explained that the Clavamox will take about 4 days before Cocoa starts to feel better but if no improvement than mom will bring him in to see the Dr. He seems to have the kitty cold the worst this time. Mom has been taking such good care of him and making sure he's extra warm. This morning he did have some breakfast which is always good. Thanks again fur all of your purrrs & purrayers to Cocoa.

I would like to thank the following kitties fur their rosettes & gifties: Isis (rose & Catster Cassanova), Cali & Leo (heart), Fido (rose), Miles (heart), Princess & Fam (champagne toast), Ollie & Fam (champagne toast), Murphy & Fam (rose) and to Catster (candy hearts). Now my family and I are just patiently waiting fur Chloe's answer which we hope will be a big YES!

Also, Thank you to our dear furiends, Rusty & Annie fur the beautiful V-Day card and to RA fur the cute friends V-Day card!


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I received A V-Day Package From Chloe Bear!

This morning, meowmy had to pick up Cocoa's Clavamox (he has a really bad kitty cold) come home, administer the medication and then off to work. Daddy came home early to keep an eye on him while mom was working. Cocoa is much sicker than Jaspurr and I were, although we were purrty sick with the kitty colds, as well. They are also purry contagious!

When meowmy came home, there was a big box at the front door, which daddy missed, as he came through the garaage. The box was addressed to me and it was from my gorgeous *CHLOE*. It even had cute sticker decorations on the front and some were the same V-day designed stickers that mom put on the packages that we sent out to our Valentine's. Chloe's meowmy must have gone to Michaels Crafts fur those. That's where our meowmy likes to get a lot of her festive decorations (stickers, ribbons, etc). *giggles* great moms think alike! Mom called my name, got the camers (of course) and helped me to open the package.

Now let me tell you what I received... First of all, inside was all decorated with red shiny confetti strings which we wanted to play with but meowmy said NO! Think she was afraid that we'd eat it! Well, we know that Snowmitts would since he'd eat anything. To start off, there were 2 beautiful cards (one was my cute Valentine's and the other was a nice thank you card from her meowmy). There was a really cute black teddy bear, holding a photo heart with a gorgeous picture of my Chloe Bear! I couldn't help but to kiss her purrty face. There was a beautiful blue Pooh kitty pillow with a photo insert of me (the one that was used for Project Baby Picasso with the blue feathers around my neck). That's not all... I also got a Pooh figurine, cute pink lamb cat toy that rattles, Soap Art decorated soap with a kitty's pic, a stuffed orange tabby kitty wearing a hat & scarf and that was from her bro, Harley (looks like him). There was also a little something fur meowmy from Auntie Brenda... A tin of Hershey Kisses candies that reads "Best Friends Forever Forever" on the front, a bag of chocolate heart candies and a purrty memo pad holder & paper and the holder reads "Love, Laugh, Love". Mom plans on eating the candy at the computer and she could always use a note pad. She'll think of Auntie Brenda every time she needs a piece of paper, which is quite often. Hummm... wonder if she'll share the candies with daddy before she eat them all *giggles* Chloe and Family also sent each of us cute little Hello Kitty Valentine's Day postcards

This was the bestest Valentine's ever because I am sharing it with the most beautiful girl... I have something special planned fur my girl on Valentine's Day but we must wait until Thursday! I'm sure that Catster will be having some kind of Valentines Day dances or something in one of the groups?

I would also like to thank the following kitties fur their gifties/rosettes: Isis (butterfly) and to Alex "Finney" (heart). By the way, thanks again to every kitty who has been sending their purrs & purrayers to my brother, *COCOA*. That means a lot to him and to my family *blowing kisses*

May all of you have a wonderful Valentine's Day filled with lots and lots of love!



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Meowmy & Daddy's Celebration Getaway!

Last night, meowmy & daddy went away fur the evening to celebrate their Annifursary/Valentine's. Meowmy didn't being her laptop with her since it was only fur one night, therefore, we didn't have access to Catster. They had a really nice dinner at a yummmy Steakhouse (mom had whole lump crab cakes and daddy had a big juicy steak). Afterwards, they had Creme Brulee fur dessert. After dinner, they went back to the Borgata Casino where they stayed over night and returned back home mid morning, today. Of course they didn't win but then again... it's all fur fun. Guess what??? Meowmy even brought back one of her big broiled crab cakes fur us. Thanks meowmy! Yummmmy! They always bring us leftovers which is so sweet & thoughtful. We were so ecited to hear our names called as soon as meowmy walked in from the garage. She called each and every name, followed with a big hug & kiss! Wow, what a loving greeting we always receive.

I would like to send a special thanks to the following kitties fur their thoughtful Rosettes: Isis (heart) and Sammie & KiKi (smoochie lips).


Now it's time fur meowmy to take a mini catnap and we're all going to join her... By the way, I'm starting to feel a little better although I'm still sneezing but not as much. Now it's *COCOA* who has the kitty cold so please send some purrrrs his way to help him feel better soon...


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Valentine's Day Gifties From Hondo & Co!

Today meowmy had to go back to work after 2 days off, but it wasn't all that bad. The day actually went kinda fast fur her (1-5 pm), which is rare! Tomorrow, she and daddy will be having a nice Annifursary/Valentine's Day dinner at a really good Steak Restaurant and then to the Casino afterwards.

On mom's way home from work, she was talking with Boogies' mom but don't worry about talking and driving because the speaker was on. As soon as she walked into the home, there was a box and it was from our dear furiends, *HONDO & CO.* OMC... how cool was that! Mom opened it while on the phone with Auntie Sam and I heard meowmy oooooh & ahhhhh. Enclosed, was Valentine's tissue paper with fun things underneath. Listen to what we got... A Valentine's Day card (the same exact one that we sent to our furiends, too), a red, pink & white striped Chinese takeout container filled with lots of different colored mousies, a package of Meow Mix Ocean Explosion treats... yummmy and a bag of heart candies fur our pawrents from Auntie Sam. We already began playing with the mousies, but as fur the candies, that's a no no *giggles* We have the good treats to enjoy anyway!

Thanks so much Hondo and Family fur the pawsome Valentine's pressies. You have made our Valentine's even more special. We would also like to thank our furiend, Simba & Family fur the really cute Valentine's Day card!


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Keeping You Posted On My Kitty Cold!

I just wanted to keep you posted on how I'm coming along with my kitty cold... Meowmy made a delicious turkey breast tonight and I ate quite a bit but then decided to lay down a take it easy. My nose is dry but that's expected when not feeling well. I HATE that terrible tasting Clavamox and why can't the vet flavor it with fish or something *giggles* By the way, meowmy is up way later than usual because she wants to help us get caught up on our Diaries. Thanks meowmy and we love you so much *kisses mom*

Today, we also received cute Valentine's Day cards today from our dear furiends, Samoa & Fam and Simba & Fam. Thanks so much fur thinking of us.

We now have new Valentine's Day Rosettes & Gifts from Catster and they're so cute. Thanks Catster fur making this Valentine's Day so much fun.

Sending a special Thank you to Rusty & Annie (heart) and to my Chloe Bear fur the big smoochie Rosette. Kisses back to you, sweetie pie! Biscotti's little sweetheart, Isis asks about me everyday and how I'm feeling. Thanks little one fur always being so concerned.

Just a reminder... tomorrow(Wednesday) is my brother, *ASPEN'S* 3rd Birthday so please be sure stop by and wish him the bestest B-day ever. There will also be an ALL DAY pawty which his girl, Murphy has thrown fur him. We love you Aspey and Happy Birthday!


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My Vet Visit Update With Dr. Wray!

Not too long ago, meowmy and I returned home from seeing Dr. Wray and yes, I do have a bad kitty cold. I was even sneezing in the examining room and meowmy kept saying "Bless you little Cassi!" Dr. Wray made such a fuss over me and told me how handsome I was. He listened to my heart and gave me a thorough exam from paw to paw and guess what... my heart and everything around it is at a good balance. Meowmy was so excited to hear such wonderful news. I couldn't even begin to tell you how worried and scared she was about going to the Vet, even though I kept telling her that everything would be just fine. She never lost her faith and continued to think positive but a some of our humans know that can be difficult, especially when a pet is as sick as I am. Well, Dr. Wray chose to give me the liquid Clavamox- 1 ml 2x daily fur 7 days. If I don't show improvement in about 4-5 days, than I have to have meowmy call the office to extend my medication fur an additional period of time. Holy kittens, I hope that's not the case because I hate the taste of that ikkkky stuff! Meowmy was so concerned about me that she furgot her camera but that's ok because I wasn't in the moods fur pics. I get stressed at the Vets, as well as the car ride and the sooner I got home, the better.Stress is a purry serious issue with Cardiomyopathy. I just couldn't wait to get back into my nice soft Sherpa Deluxe Carrier and get home where I belong. Mom even put an extra warm cozy blankie and a mousie to help me feel more comfy.

I would like to thank all of you fur the lovely Get Well P-Mails. Sending a special thanks to the following kitties fur their Get Well Gifties & Rosettes: Isis (heart), Hunter (pink flower giftie), Fido (football) and Angel Auntie Sydney (pink ribbon)... God Bless all of you and thanks again fur your never ending purrrrs & purrayers *blowing kisses*

Sending another thank you to my brother, Biscotti's Kitten Sweetheart, *ISIS* fur the pawsome Rolling Stones photo! What a cute little kitty she is...

Time to lay down with my daddy and watch some television together, as we do every night. We even watched the Super Bowl together on the sofa, last night and he explained all the plays to me. He stayed home to watch the game so that he could keep an eye on me since meowmy had to work. When she walked in after working (Super Bowl Sunday), she thought daddy was talking to a human but it was me *giggles* She looked over and began smiling. Daddy is so happy and excited about the good news at the Vet's tonight and he kept telling me before my visit that I would be ok. Of course, my Cardiomyopathy will never get better nor go away but fur now I got a good report and that's always a blessing...



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Vet Appointment Is This Evening!

Meowmy just called the vet and my appointment will be at 7:15 with Dr. Wray, this evening. This was the only time that Dr Wray has available but the office will call if there are cancellations. The sneezies are still with me but I do continue to eat... not as much but at least something. Mom is working 10:00-2:00 and will be home immediately after work. Daddy will try to get out a little earlier from work today, as well. Mom is scared but I keep telling her that everything will be ok and that Dr. Wray will fix me right up with my kitty cold.

Time to lay by the sliding doors to check out the view. Have a great day and thanks again fur all of your purrayers!


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I've Got The Sneeeeezies!

Oh no... not a kitty cold with me now! Last week, Jaspurr had a bad kitty cold and was on Clavamox fur 7 days, 2x daily. Now he's all better and looks furr-tastic. Mom noticed this morning that I had a few sneezies but then progressed into consecutive sneezies several times which indicates a meanie kitty cold. Ragdolls are known to sneeze but not consecutively, several times like Jaspurr and I have. Mom has to work later but daddy will be home to keep a close eye on me. I have been eating and drinking which is always a good thing but as fur sneezing, that is not. Tomorrow morning, meowmy is going to call the Vet to schedule an appointment. I'm not sure if he'll give me a special kitty cold medicine because of my Cardiomyopathy or if Clavamox will be ok? Clavamox seems to be the miracle worker but then again, I do have a heart condition and I'm taking several medications fur that. Dr Wray will fix me all up and in no time at all, my sneezies will be a thing of the past. Let's hope that one of my other siblings don't catch it as it seems to be a domino effect. Mom will talk to Dr Wray about that as well. We never get kitty colds in my home and the last one before Jaspurr was me which was over a year ago but nobody else caught it. Maybe it's this weird climate change outside but I can't help but to think that Jaspurr helped to contribute the sneezie germs? I am happy that Jaspurr is feeling much better and I know exactly how he felt when he was sick, last week. Meowmy is feeling a lot better and only has a few more days of antibiotics. They both send their thank you's to all of you who have been sending them special Get Well purrrrs & purrayers... Now I just have to get better fur Valentine's Day so that I can spend the day with my beautiful Chloe Bear!

Sending a special thank you to my family (red ribbon), Isis (butterfly giftie), Auntie Angel Sydney (white ribbon) and to Buddie -Always loved (heart) fur their wonderful Well Wishes and concerns. I love all of you purrrry much!


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Happy 8th Year Annifursary To Meowmy & Daddy!

Today is a special day because it's meowmy & daddy's 8th Year Annifursary together... Daddy gave her a heart box of Godiva Chocolates in a purrty velvet box and a really cute card. They will actually be celebrating their Annifursary and Valentine's Day on Friday evening where daddy will be taking her to a really nice Steak restaurant down the shore. Then afterwards, they're spending the evening at the Casino. Meowmy and daddy had Valentine's Day dinner a few years ago on the actually Valentine's Day and the service wasn't what they expected. They felt rushed and meowmy didn't like that at all! Unfortunately, meowmy has to work today (3-8), but that's ok because she'll be working with our Auntie Patti (baby sitter & her dear furiend). Guess what? Auntie is coming to visit with us on Wednesday to help celebrate Aspen's 3rd B-day.

Happy Annifursary meowmy and daddy and we love you lots and lots...


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Meowmy Is Sick And So Is Jaspurr!

Last night, meowmy was really sick at work so she went home early to rest. This morning she went to the Doctors and she has a really bad Upper Respiratory Infection. Her head is killing her (migraine) and she can hardly breathe... Poor meowmy. Now she's just waiting fur the prescription to be filled so that daddy could pick it up fur her. She's in her PJ's ready fur a long nappie pooo. My brother, Jaspurr is also sick with a bad kitty cold and he has been sneezing consecutively with a dry warm nose. Mom called the vet this morning and they are going to give him Clavamox to make him feel all better... Love you mom & Jaspurr and please feel better soon. We're purrrrrrrrring fur the both of you.

I would like to send a purry warm thanks the following kitties fur their thoughtfulness... Thanks so much to my cute little kitten furiend, Isis fur the beautiful Get Well Flower bouquet (giftie) that she sent to Jaspurr and meowmy. This brought a big smile to mom's face. Thank you my sweet Ragdoll furiend, Tessa fur the lovely Well Wishes P-Mail fur my meowmy and fur your lovely rosettes. I would also like to thank my beautiful girl, Chloe as well as all who have sent P-Mails and Shoutbox message. You have been so kind and sweet.


***UPDATE*** Jaspurr is on 1.0 ml of Clavamox every 12 hours fur 7 days. He hasn't eaten much and has been sleeping lots and lots. Meowmy is taking antibiotics, along with a special medicine to help dry up the fluids in her chest. Mom and dad have been keeping a close eye on Jaspurr to make sure that he's ok... and daddy's keeping an eye on mom, too. Time fur meowmy to go back to bed and get plenty of rest now. Good night every kitty and thanks again!


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Molly Is Now An Angel At the Bridge!

Today is such a sad day as we have just received tearful news that Cocoa's girlfriend, *MOLLY* has gone to Rainbow Bridge this evening. She was a purry sweet girl and will sadly be missed by all of us here on Catster. Our thoughts, purrrs and purrayers are with Molly and her lovely family during this most difficult time. Molly was a sick kitty but now she has beautiful wings and will never have to worry about suffering again. We love you Molly and miss you!

I would like to send a purry special Catgrats to my baby brother, Biscotti fur his pawsome honor today. He was one of the chosen out of 5 kitties to be in the Catster Diary Newsletter. I would also like to Catgrats our dear furiend, Lucky Boo, Ashley (needing purrrs) and Pansy fur also being chosen in the Diary Newletter. We are purry proud of all of you fine writers and keep up the good job!

Happy 3rd Birthday Wishes to our dear furiends (also brothers) Andre & N'Bikay. May your Birthday be filled with lots of love, fun and great celebration!


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I'm Famous With My Own Painting & Art Museum!

Holy kittens & caboodles.... My Auntie Sydney (in loving memory) went to the Art Gallery in NY and guess who was being displayed??? Yup, you guessed.... ME! The Museum which the painting is displayed is called "Cassi's Art Museum." Wow, can you believe an Art Museum is named after me? You can view my painting with the lovely message by clicking on the heart rosette that Auntie sent to me, today. I also have a picture of it displayed on my page. I can't wait until my beautiful girl, Chloe sees this so I think I'll take her to NY to view my Painting and of course, we'll then have a nice romantic dinner and see a Broadway Show. The Painting is named after me "Picasso- Work Of Art"

Thanks Auntie Sydney fur my famous Painting (and heart Rosette) and to Isis fur her cute heart Rosette.


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Mom Went To The Cat Show (TICA)!

Today, meowmy went to the Cat Show in Cherry Hill, NJ and was chatting with our breeder, Lisa. Lisa was showing a beautiful Seal Lynx BiColor named Chantilly Lace and so far, she's in 2nd Place. The show is fur 3 days (Fri, Sat & Sun). We are keeping our paws crossed that Chantilly gets First Place. Meowmy brought home some goodies but it wasn't as big as last year... Less vendors this time :-(

It is going to be getting really cold these next few days (high's will be at 20 degrees) BRRRRR! Fur all of you kitties that are having cold weather or even snow, make sure that you keep extra warm by cuddling with your pawrents at night. There were actually 5 of us in bed this morning. Meowmy calls us "foot warmers", although, Cocoa was sleeping right next to her not too far from the pillow, while Biscotti was sleeping right on her shoulder. He decided to sleep instead of getting into trouble this time! The rest of us slept towards the end of the bed. Meowmy and daddy always say " The more kitties, the merrier." I do prefer sleeping next to my daddy most of the time...

I have a wonderful new furiend and her name is *TESSA* and she's an adorable little Ragdoll kitty who looks just like me! Tessa has been purrring fur me each and everyday. It always makes me so happy when I make lovely and thoughtful new furiends like Tessa and all of you. Thanks sweetie fur the beautiful furever glowing Candle Of Hope and fur being my new Ragdoll furiend. Also, a purry special thanks to my dear furiends, Dexter fur the cute snowflake and to Annie (needing prayers) & Fam fur the lovely heart... Our purrs & purrayers are with both of you!


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I received A Package from My Chloe Bear!

Today, meowmy had to work until early this evening. It began to snow a few hours before she was due to leave. The snow did lay so it took her about 45 minutes to get home (slippery roads) when it usually only takes about 15-20 minutes. Thankfully, she's a cautious driver.

As soon as she pulled into the driveway, we could hear the garage door open. Daddy is away fur 2 days doing a job in North Jersey. The first thing she did was look at the front door as she always does just in case there is any mail that the mailman can't fit into the mailbox. Well, as she opened the front door, there was a package addressed to ME! Before opening it, I had to take my meds and then we had to have our dinner. Now let me tell you all about it...

The package was from my wonderful girl, *CHLOE* and the envelope had different hearts all over it. Mom couldn't wait fur me to open it so of course, she ran to get the camera. As you know, the camera misses nothing in this home *giggles* Holy kittens... I got so many pawsome pressies. There was a beautiful card with Pooh stickers on the envelope and the card has a cute kitty cat with flowers. Inside was the most beautiful message enclosed were 4 photos of my sweetie pie and one of her cute brother, Harley. There is one with her very purrty meowmy, which my mom loves because it shows how much her meowmy loves Chloe just by her smile. Now fur the pressies... I got a plastic carry pouch with all kinds of heart shaped mousies and wow, there's lots of catnip in there, too. She also gave me my favorite treats & food, as she does read my diary. I got a can of the Fancy Feast Medleys, Sheba Premium Cuts (both in seafood), Meow Mix (Fillet Meow in beef), Pit'r Pats treats (you know how I love those Pit'r Pat and a package of the Goodlife (chicken & beef) treats. Mom also feeds me the Goodlife Dry food.

I can't thank my lovely sweetie enough, as she has made me the happiest kitty on Catster and outside of Catster... I am so lucky to have a wonderful and loving girl like my Chloe bear. Thanks darling *sending kisses to Chloe and her meowmy* Now I will take my nap and dream of my girl *drifts off into dreamland*



***PHOTOS TO BE POSTED SOON***


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Boogers' And Eve's Engagement Pawty!

Tonight was Boogers & Eve's Engagement pawty and we had so much fun. Eve looked purrty and boy did that Boogers look handsome. They had Hello Kitty there as well as lots of delicious food... My beautiful girl, Chloe was there and wow, did she look gorgeous! She was wearing the most elegant hat and a cute purse to go with her attire. It was wonderful to see her there and I finally got a chance to give her a big smoochie *blush* As you all know, I am sick with Cardiomyopathy and my Chloe has made me the happiest kitty on Catster and I love her so much fur that. What a pawsome girl! Oh, I even got to meet Aspen's lovely girlfriend, Murphy and she is also beautiful.

What was really exciting was that Boogers & Eve asked my little brother, Biscotti to be the Ring Bearer and yup, he fainted. That certainly made his night when they asked him to do the honors. On behalf of my family and me, we would like to wish Eve & Boogers all the happiness that life has to offer and may they have a wonderful life together. We love both of them purry much! Again, catgrats to the special couple!


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Catching Up!

We haven't been on the Catster as much because by the time mom gets home from work, she's tired and ready fur bed... They scheduled her late hours all week, last week. This week won't be so bad. The other night, she did something to her neck while sleeping and she's is such pain right now. She has tried everything from a heating pad to a message but nothing. Poor meowmy. I guess it's one of those things that needs to go away on it's own. Unfortunately, she has to work today and tomorrow but maybe her Doctor will call something in fur her?

I hope every kitty and their families are having a wonderful and happy 2008! Mom took down the Catmas tree a few days ago with major help from daddy. The silly tree was almost impossible to take apart but they managed to do it with patience of course. It's a pretty large tree. Well, now it's ll put away in the attic along worth all of the other Catmas decorations. It takes meowmy hours and hours because she likes to wrap each and every ornament individually in tissue paper and then placed in a special ornament container. She has done this fur years and years and it keeps the decorations free from any breakage. We like to at least wait until Little Christmas before taking everything down. of course, the outside lights are strictly daddy's job *giggles*

Sending a purry special Happy Annifursary to my beautiful girl, Chloe. It is now 2-1/2 years since my girl has gone to her new and loving home. I am so happy and purry lucky to have found her on Catster and I'm also happy that she has such a wonderful family who gives her so much love and support. Thanks Auntie Brenda & family *blowing kisses*

We would like to give a purry warm Welcome Home to *VICTOR GIBBS* & *JASON CASH*. They are the new babies to the lovely family of Buddie & McKenna (In Loving Memory) and we are so excited fur the family, not to mention what cutie pies. This is such a pawsome way to start off the New year. We will always remember Buddie & McKenna and they will furever live on in our hearts.


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My Girl Is DOTD, Today!

As most of you may know by now, I have a beautiful girl and her name is *CHLOE* and began dating at the end of last year on December 28th. Well... my girl is Diary Of The Day, today and I'm so proud of her. Catgrats sweetie pie! Wow, what a pawsome way to start of her New Year.

Mom goes back to work today after a fur-filled 4 days off. That's ok though, she's only working 5 hours and after all, she did have all of those days off. She'd rather be off to spend with us *giggles* Today my Auntie Lill (mom's sister) comes home from England, which she was visiting with a friend. Also, that's not all... my Auntie Patti is coming over at about 7:30p to visit with us. Yaaaaaa, we love love love our Auntie Patti purry much and can't wait fur her visit. Cocoa always gets excited when she visits. Of course, Kashmere will stay upstairs but then Auntie goes up to visit with her, too.

Mom got her Laptop back from repair yesterday so that's good news when daddy wants to use the Desktop. Most of the time mom's on the computer anyway as daddy only spends about an hour or so if that. Hope every kitty and their families are having a wonderful and blessed New Year!!!

A special thanks to Harley (Chloe's brother) fur the Catgrats Champagne Toast giftie!


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Happy New Year To All!

First of all, I would like to start my diary off by wishing each and every cat and their families a purry happy New Year. May 2008 bring much joy, happiness and health to all of you...

Meowmy and daddy went to the Casino (Borgata) fur New Years Eve to have dinner at the Steakhouse and of course, play the slots afterwards LOL! Guess what??? Since they weren't home at midnight, they called us and wished us a Happy New Year. Mom does that every year so of course, we were expecting it and patiently awaiting by the phone. By the time our pawrents got home, it was about 1:30am so she was too tired to help us with our diaries at that point.

Yesterday, we weren't on the computer at all because we decided to get a new one. In the morning, mom had to take care of her sisters kitties because Auntie is in England fur the Holidays. Then she decided to run some errands afterwards since she was off. In the later afternoon when daddy came home from work, they went to Circuit City and got the HP Pavilion Media Center computer. Holy kittens, thank the cats because they needed a new desktop! She is adapting well to the Windows Vista but it is a change from Windows XP. Windows XP is that system which is currently in mom's Laptop and she's still waiting fur her Laptop to come back from being serviced. It has taken extra long because of the Holidays (something wrong with the lid hinge). By the time everything was all set up last night such as transferring pics and setting up accounts, mom was toooo tired and ready fur bed. We did have a nice Roast fur dinner that was cooking crock pot all day. Yummmmy!

Thanks again fur all of your wonderful New Years wishes but especially fur being such great furiends. Looking forward to meeting new and exciting furiends this year...

Thanks so much my beautiful gal, *CHLOE* fur the lovely New Years Balloons... They make my page so purrty, colorful and bright, but not as purrty as you. Love you my darling and Happy New Year!

HAPPY NEW YEAR!


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It's New Years Eve!

Holy kittens... It's already New Year's Eve and that means that tomorrow will be the start of a whole New Year. I would like to meow that This has been a good year and of course a sad year fur a lot of us. It has been a sad year fur me, as I was diagnosed with Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy. With the love and support of my pawsome family and furiends, I'm still here to celebrate the New Year! It's has also been a good year because we now have a little brother, Biscotti who is so much fun, not to mention I have a new cutie pie girlfriend, Chloe (who also has Cardiompypathy like me)... Cocoa was also diagnosed with this horrible heart disease and we are so happy that he is here to help celebrate the New Year with us.

There have also been sad times in 2007 such as the passing of several of our beloved and special furiends and my dearAuntie Sydney, here on Catster. We will purray that 2008 be wonderful to all of you and to your families and will continue to keep those sick kitties in our thoughts & purrayers... Thanks again fur all of your furiendship and fur making Catster so much fun.

Happy New Year to each and everyone of you! Sending a special thank you to Fido & Fam fur the New Years Rosette!


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Chloe Is Now My Beautiful Girlfriend!

Holy kittens *chases mousies* I now have a lovely girlfriend and her name is *CHLOE*. Last night, I decided to take my chances with mom's approval and ask her out but had no idea what she would say? I did explain that it would be fine if she needed some time to think about it and if she chose to just want to be furiends would also be fine, but that's really not what I wanted... I surely didn't want to make her feel as though I was rushing her either. Well, today she answered my request with a YES! I couldn't believe it when I opened my P-Mail this evening and saw her answer. Of course I fainted but mom got out the smelling catnip salts to help revive me. Chloe did need to check with her pawrents and human brother before giving me an answer and thankfully, they gave their approval. You see... Chloe and I have been close fur a while, but I wasn't allowed to date before my first Birthday. She was the girl that I really had my blue eyes on her, but I had to wait! Now that I'm almost a 1-1/2 years old and have shown great responsibility with baby Biscotti, mom said that it shows I've grown up a lot. Wow, I'm a big boy fur sure! Of course I'll always be her baby and we all know that. Chloe comes from such a nice and caring family and that was one of mom's stipulations as well as mine... She's a purry sweet and polite young lady, as well. She is a bit older than I but that doesn't matter to me. What matters is that I care about her more than the world and want her to be an important part of my life as well as make her purrry happy. Also, what makes this relationship even more special is that my Chloe has Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM) just as I do and ever since my diagnoses, she has been keeping a close eye on me which has meant so much to me and my family. I couldn't have chosen a more purr-fect and lovely girl to be with and I'm thankful to have found her.

Thanks Chloe fur saying yes and I want fur all of my furiends to know that I'm happiest kitty on Catster. Since she and I both have large hearts, we have more lovies to give to one another!

As special thanks to the following kitties fur their lovely Catgrats Rosettes: Hunter & Munky (heart), My Siblings (blue rosette), Fido & Co. (heart) and Auntie Sydney (heart). I would also like to thank my dear furiends who have sent me nice Catgrats P-Mails as well...


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Merry Catmas To All!

Holy kittens... It's already Catmas today and we are so excited. Meowmy and daddy went to dad's nieces last night fur Catmas Eve dinner and had a wonderful time. When mom got home (before dad) due to a sinus headache, she went straight to beddie pie as we could tell she wasn't feeling too well. In the morning, we opened our pressies and wow, our pawrents gave us a $250 gift card fur our favorite place... Petsmart. We also got several cases of our favorite kitty food (Proplan) and a big bag of The Goodlife and Purina Naturals. Mom told us that the food was from Santa Paws. Daddy also gave meowmy a purry generous Gift Card fur Catmas which she will have lots of fun shopping shopping shopping until she drops. Well, as fur dropping, mom is a pro at shopping so we don't see that's happening. The first thing she thought of was "Sephora." She could think of plenty of things she wants, actually *giggles* As fur daddy, mom gave him a really nice GPS system fur his SUV, a pair of cool Nike Sneakers and some nice sweaters to keep him warm in the winter months.

Later on, mom is making a Spiral Ham fur Catmas dinner along with all of the delicious trimmings. She is going to share with all of us except fur me because of the salt content which I'm not allowed to have with my severe heart condition. When daddy went shopping on Sunday, he picked up a chicken breast which mom is going to make just fur ME! Mom will do anything to make each of us happy whether it's the Holiday or just another day... Thanks so much meowmy, daddy & Santa Paws fur the pawsome Catmas pressies.

What makes this Holiday most special is that I am here to share it with my beautiful family & furiends. We were all in doubt whether or not I would be here, celebrating due to my Cardiomyopathy but with the love, and support from my family and furiends and of course, the special powers from God... I'm still here. Mom has been so good to me during my illness (never missing a dosage of medication) and making me feel like there is nothing wrong. She has never limited my play and has always says that she wants me to be a kitten and do what kittens enjoy doing. I know that when I get tired, to take a rest and relax which I do. What is also wonderful about this Holiday is that I got to meet my Auntie Sam & Unkie Dan along with having a new baby brother, Biscotti to play with. This Catmas is a true blessing and I thank everyone fur being there fur me and my meowmy *sends kisses to all*

I would also like to thank my wonderful furiends fur all of the beautiful Holiday Rosettes, Gifties & P-Mails today & yesterday. That was so sweet and is greatly appreciated. We hope that all of you have a wonderful Catmas and a Happy & Blessed New Year!


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I Gave Meowmy A BIG Scare!

Today when mom came home from work, she checked the mail but nothing was delivered yet so in the home she went. The first thing I do is greet her with open paws but this time, there was no Picasso to be found. She called my name which I always answer to but again... no Picasso. At this point, she began to panic, frantically calling my name. She checked under the bed, in all of the rooms, in the kitty condo but still... no Picasso. Finally she decided to check the kitty condo tunnel which I never sleep in and what do you know??? There was a Picasso. Yup, there I was taking a nap dreaming about Santa paws coming this Tuesday morning. Mom picked me up and saw that I was ok, although my eyes were still in the sleeping mode but hey, she was so happy to see that I was fine. She then gave me a BIG kiss and placed me back into the tunnel. A few moments later after finding me, Auntie Jen (Simba's mom) called and meowmy told her the story about the missing Picasso. I'm sorry mom fur upsetting you like I did. Yikes, I think fur now on I better answer when mom calls me to prevent any panic attacks like the one today.

Later on, mom checked the mailbox and there was a card addressed to Picasso & Co and it was from our dear furiends, Ele' & Family. Inside was a cute Catmas card with kitty cats on the front. Thanks so much Ele and Family fur your nice and thoughtful card and fur your Stocking Rosette! Also, thanks Hunter fur your "warning" Jingle Bells Rosette. Hunter sent me Jingle Bells so that meowmy can find me easier when I'm out of sight *giggles* I would also like to thank all of my wonderful furiends fur all of their pawsome Holiday Rosettes this month!


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Thanks Fur All Of Your Nice Catmas Cards!

Holy Kittens and Cats! We have so many beautiful Catmas cards from all of our Catster furiends, which are all on the Dining room Server. Of course, Aspen likes to jump up and play the domino game and watch them fall but then there's meowmy picking them up again and placing them nicely fur display. My entire Family and I would like to thank the following kitties and their families fur the lovely Catmas cards which we have received. Please know that as we do get more in the mail, your name will be added to the list...

Rocky Ann & Family, Hazel Lucy & Family, Murphy & Family, Cali and Leo & Family, Ollie & Family, Smokey & Family, Bellz & Family, Rusty & Family,
Simba & Family, Ripley & Family, KiKi & Family, Samoa & Family, Grover & Family, Smudge & Family (UK), Ele' & Family and Molly & Family.

We are purry upset because Boogie & Family sent us a Catmas card quite sometime ago and we still have not received it *hisses at postie people* Mom has been looking in the mailbox everyday, hoping fur their card but nothing yet. That's ok... We still have sometime before Catmas and maybe it just got lost? Remember, we're not giving up yet!

May each and every kitty and their families have a Happy, Safe & Blessed Catmas and New Year!

We would also like to send out a purry special thank you to Catster HQ fur the delicious mug of hot eggnog cocoa... This was so sweet & thoughtful!


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We Received A Catmas Package Today!

First of all, we would like everyone to know that little Biscotti has a new Auntie and wow is she so sweet. Biscotti is now the little nephew of Auntie *SIMBA* and he's so excited. We also received a Catmas package from *SIMBA & FAMILY* today with so many fun pressies!

Look at all of the cool pressies we received... First there was a really cute Catmas card with a photo of Simba on the front and all of the gifties were nicely wrapped in Catmas pouches... There were 3 Fat Cat Cracklers (birdie, fishie & turt