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 presently 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*

I would also like to send a big catgrats to my sweetheart, Chloe fur being today's DDP. She so well deserves this honor and what a writer she is!


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 & turtle), Red star catnip toy with bells, Crazy Cat bubbles, 2 Catmas mousies, 5 dove candies, Catmas marshmallow treat and an adorable kitty note pad (fur meowmy) and a pink robe fur little Biscotti from his Auntie! You can check out his new fashion on his page...

Thanks so much Simba & Family fur making our Catmas super special but especially fur making Biscotti's memorable

Thanks a lot Boogie fur the mousie giftie and I'll be sure to keep him nice and warm.


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Biscotti Is Growing Like A Wild Flower!

Our baby brother, Biscotti is getting big and handsome. The points on his mask are really starting to show really nicely, too. In the morning, mom will find Biscotti waking her up with his little nose kissies which is always a warm wake up call fur meowmy. We are all so happy that he's a new member of our family and look forward to many years with him... Biscotti and I are purry close pals, although, Snowmitts will tell you that he is. Having a new baby brother has been so much fun fur me and I enjoy spending hours playing with him. One thing about Biscotti is that he loves to EAT so that means giving Snowmitts and me a run fur our money *giggles* Mom just went to Petsmart this morning to get more cat & kitten food and now there are about 40 + cases in our garage. Holy kittens but with 7 of us, that won't last as long as you think! Mom always like to stock up in the winter months as it may be bad weather or just too cold to do anything. We'd be more than happy to go fur her but she would never let us out doors so furget that idea. Thanks again fur all of the wonderful furiends who have welcomed little Biscotti with open paws, as it means so much to all of us...


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Buddie's Sister, McKenna has joined Him At Rainbow Bridge!

This is yet another sad day fur me and my family as *MCKENNA* (Buddies' sister) has joined him at the Bridge, yesterday. We can't even begin to imagine what the family is going through right now. We have always adored McKenna and Buddie and they were both purry special to us and always will be. It's always difficult to say good bye but it makes it even more difficult during the Holidays... Please stop by McKenna's page to send her and her wonderful family your love and purrrs, as this will mean so much to all of them. We love you McKenna one day we will all meet again. McKenna and Buddie will furever live in our hearts and will will miss them dearly.


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Our Sweet Buddie Has Crossed Rainbow Bridge!

This is such a sad day fur us, as I have learned that my dear furiend, *BUDDIE* has crossed over Rainbow Bridge today. Buddie was a fine example of what a fighter is all about. When was sick so many times, we didn't think he'd make it but he did. That is what I could call "encouragement!" Unfortunately, Buddie became too ill to continue his fight and passed away today. Buddie was a wonderful kitty who was so thoughtful and always purrayed fur those who needed extra purrrs... We will miss him dearly but we also know that he's in a wonderful place where there is no more pain and suffering. He'll meet lots of new furiends and have treats whenever he wants them. Remember my sweet furiend, this is not a furever goodbye because one day, we will meet again *wipes eyes*

Please stop by Buddies' page to send him and his family some extra love and support. This is when they need their Catster furiends the most. We love and miss you Buddie!

I am also sad because my Auntie Sydney won't be on Catster fur awhile. I just hope that everything is ok? Her meowmy has been through so much with the passing of Auntie Sydney, so maybe she just needs a little time to herself. I'll be thinking of my Auntie and her family during their absence from Catster. Thanks Auntie fur my purrty Star...


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Baby Biscotti Is Finally Home!

Today is such an important day because our baby brother, Biscotti comes home, along with Mittens & Tiskers. Auntie Sam & Unkie Dan are also sleeping over!!!

Auntie Sam & Unkie Dan came over at about 9:00 am. They had 3 giftie bags (fur us, Biscotti & meowmy). I will tell you what I got later in my Diary entry. Auntie was so happy to meet all of us and I was the first to greet her with a big hello! Guess what??? They are both so nice and we all feel in love with them immediately.

Well, the time finally came when it was time to leave fur picking up Biscotti, Mittens & Tiskers. Lisa (breeder) gave te babies going home pressies (A really cute scratching post, bag of Royal Canin kitten food, 3 cans of kitty food and catnip)! Lisa always sends her kittens and cats home with special little gifts...

The babies finally arrived to home and I wasn't too fond at first and let them know with a few growls but then I was fine and began socializing. This was all new to me and I wanted to let them know that this was my home first. I wasn't angry, just growling my point. I then began to play Peek-A-Boo with the kittens. Snowmitts, Aspen and Cocoa accepted us with them with open paws but Kashmere was under the bed as usual. Now, as fur Jaspurr... That's a whole different story! As soon as the babies arrived, he began to make funny noises through his nose and then growled and hissed without stopping. He hissed at the humans, as well. Holy cats did he mean business. Mom was expecting this since Jaspurr is purry possessive of his things and his home. Mom and Auntie were just laughing as he continued to have a major cattitude.

Later in the evening, daddy took everyone out to dinner and then they came back to play with the little ones. They went to bed rather early because it was such a long day fur us and fur all of us.

Here are the wonderful pressies that we received from Auntie Sam, Unkie Dan:
& Family:

Biscotti received the following... (a really cute Build A Bear shirt with blue and white stripes that matches Tiskers & Mittens, an adorable cozy Pooh blankie and 3 two toned mice w/ feathers from catniptoys).

The second package was fur us: (3 tins of Pit's Pats fur you know who, a package of Hello Kitty stickers & pencil fur Kashmere, 2 cans of delicious TiKi Cat, yummmy Wildside Salmon treats, Kitty Kaviar, two 6-oz packages of Sergengeti dry cat/kitten food and a can of FROMM tuna entree).

The third package was fur meowmy: Yankee Candle (Harvest), Hanna's Candle, and a cute bucket of Lavender scented Le Couvent body cream, pillow mist, bath gel & hand cream. Meowmy just loves all of her beautiful pressies and so do we. Thanks so much Auntie Sam, Unkie Dan and Boogers & Co fur making this such a memorable day fur all of us... We are so happy to be such an important part of Tiskers family*sending lots of kisses*

Mom & dads furiend, Unkie Dennis also came over to meet the babies and he gave Biscotti a $10.00 gift card fur Petsmart and also had a pressie fur Tiskers & Mittens. That was so sweet and thoughtful.

Mom wanted me to tell Auntie Sam and Unkie Dan that it was so nice having them stay with us and we hope that they will visit again, soon. Auntie said something about coming over again in June to go strolling with us. Mom will be so happy to see them again and our door is always open!


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Meowmy Is Purrry Sick!

We just wanted to apawologize fur not keeping in touch as often as we usually do... Mom has been sick fur about a week now and she got even worse. Today she went to the doctors and come to find out, she has an Upper Respiratory Infection, Bronchitis and a severe Sinus infection! Mom is one that has NEVER smoked and neither does anyone in our family but yet, she gets Bronchitis. This is so unfair and she must be purrry careful not to become any more ill than what she is now. This is not catchy fur daddy or anyone else but is serious fur mom since these things could lead into a pneumonia. The doctor gave her off fur the entire weekend so that she can get rest and plenty of it. We will be sure to cuddle with mom to keep her nice and warm and to take really good care of her just as she always does with us...

We are all excited because Auntie Sam and Unkie Dan will be visiting with us next Friday into Saturday and do you know why??? Upppp... you guessed it! Biscotti comes home along with Boogers' baby brothers, Mittens & Tiskers. This is going to be so much fun and we can't wait get together *chases tail* Auntie finally gets to meet me and all of my mousies!

Thanks so much to my Auntie Sydney fur my mousie gift that spells "Cassi" in Swiss Cheese. Now how cute and clever is that?!?! I love you Auntie and miss you purrrry much *sending kisses to Heaven* I now have 7 mousies in my Gifty Box!


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We Received Several Packages Today!

Mom had to work this morning but when she came home, she was holding 2 packages. One was fur Kashmere from her handsome *BELLSNICKLES* and the other was from our wonderful furiends, *OLLIE & FAM*. Kashmere got some really cute fuzzy Bobble Chix toys along with a really nice Candle Tart fur our meowmy from Auntie Brenda (Bellz mom) and a sweet card. Mom then opened Ollie's package and enclosed was a nice Thanksgiving card along with the most gorgeous handmade Photo Grab Book that Ollies mom (Auntie Jenn) made fur my meowmy. It's a photo Album that folds and there are several different pics of our baby brother, Boscotti and she even added little sayings. This brought such a big smile to meowmy and daddy's face. Thanks so much Ollie, Evie, Emma and Auntie Jenn fur such a thoughtful pressie.

Wait... there was more mail! We also received a cute thank you card from our dear furiend, Sammie, thanking us fur his B-day pressies. You're more than welcome, buddy! We would also like to send him a purry special catgrats fur being chosen today's DDP! !

I would like to send a special thank you to my sweet furiends, Buddie (feeling better) fur the lovely blue Rosette and to Smudge & Bob fur the yummmy Turkey Rosette!

Today is also my mom's sister's Birthday so mom spent part of the evening celebrating it with her. Happy Birthday Auntie Lill!


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We Have Pawsome Catster Gifts!!!

Holy Kittens, Have you seen??? We now have cool Catster gifts to give out to our furiends and they work just like Stars & Rosettes! Fido sent my first gift which is a you know whatsy? Yup, you guessed it... a Mousie all fur me! Mom was sick last night with a sinus infection so we didn't get to see the gifts until this morning. Thanks again Fido fur my Catster Mousie!

Well, now I have more exciting news to share. In exactly 2 more weeks, our baby brother, Biscotti will be coming home to stay, not to mention meeting Unkie Dan and Auntie Sam! Mom has been counting down the days and she said that it feels like furever. I have my plan all set that Biscotti and I are going to become Mousie brothers so that's another fun thing to look forward to. Mom has been checking on the babies everyday and they're doing great and getting so big. Fido's family will be surprised when they see just how quickly little kittens grow... Mom always said that watching a kitten grow is so exciting, especially when they begin to develop their own individual purrsonality. We will be having Biscotti's Welcome Home pawty on November 3oth. Mom wanted to give him about a week to adjust before having his special celebration.


*** UPDATE*** OMC's, I just received more mousies from my purry dear furiends & Auntie Sydney. Thanks Rocky Ann, Ollie & Fam, Rusty & Fam and my sweet Auntie who sent me 2 mousies from Rainbow Bridge. Thanks so much to all of you fur making my day mousie terrific!


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Our Dear Furiend, Milo Has Gone To The Bridge!

Today is a purrry sad day on Catster because our dear furiend, *MILO* has gone to Rainbow Bridge, unexpectedly. Mom had to work all day and during the afternoon, she got the upsetting news from Boogies mom (Auntie Sam). First I have lost my lovely furiend, Amelia and then my sweet Auntie Sydney Rose furiend, Amelia and now my darling furiend, Milo *wipes eyes*

Please stop by Milo's page to send him your sympathy and help make his journey to the Bridge a happy one. This would mean so much to him, his adoring family and of course... to me. As most of you may already know, Milo is the brother of Mercy and Family. They are a big family who is loved by so many. We will all miss our beloved furiend, Milo and he will furever live in our hearts. Don't worry sweet Milo... this is only a temporary parting until we all meet again. Now my Auntie Sydney, Amelia and Milo are all at the Bridge together, eating lots of Kitty Kaviar and meeting new and wonderful furiends. Love you purrry much!


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Update On My Vet Visit, Tonight!

Meowmy had requested off today since we had to go the vet so she also ran some errands. She stopped by the fabric store to get some stuff fur you know what? Yup, catnip pillows *giggles* Then she started a big Over Stuffer fur dinner tonight. She wanted to make a special dinner fur Cocoa & me. What a pawsome meowmy we have!

Well, let me tell you all about my vet visit, tonight. Mom left the home about 15 minutes earlier as she always does. Of course, I was not happy with the brief drive but I wasn't too bad. Mom sprayed our carriers with a relaxing spray to help relax us, but Cocoa was worse than me! All he did was meow meow meow. I let out a few little meows here and there. As soon as mom walked into the vet, the girls wanted to see me. Wow, they fell totally in love with me and insisted on holding me. That made me purrrrr up a storm. I really think that those purrty girls were flirting with me *giggles*

Now time fur the exam with Dr Wray. I went first and Dr Wray said "ahhh, what a cute little kitten you are!" I just ate that right up because I do know that I'm a cutie... Mom tells me all the time. He listened to my heart very closely and said to mom that being as ill as I am with Cardiomyopathy, my heart sounded good. There was no indication of fluids in my heart (heart failure) and my heart beat and breathing was good as well. Mom was so excited with joy. I even gained more than 3 pounds since my last visit in May with Dr Miller. Dr Wray gave me the rabies shot but wanted to wait another 3 months before giving me the distemper.

Then it was Cocoa's turn. Dr Wray listened to his heart and being a patient of Cardiomyopathy as well as a bad heart murmor, Cocoa also did well. His heart beat was normal and he held the same weight from last year. Cocoa did not get any shots because of his age being 12-1/2 years old. This was such a good day fur us, as well as fur meowmy... Nothing better than good news at the vet. Oh, guess what? We also got our pic taken with Dr Wray. he's our favorite!

I would like to send a purry special thank you to my dear Auntie Sydney (Angel) fur her 2 lovely "good luck" vet Rosettes and to my besties, Fido & Co. fur their sweet vet Rosette, as well. Thanks to my furiends fur their wonderful and thoughtful P-Mails. Also, thanks to all fur the cute new spidy & candy corn Rosies... May each and everyone of you have a pawsome and safe Halloween!



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We Have A Vet Appointment Tomorrow!

Tomorrow at 5:3o pm, Cocoa and I have an appointment to see Dr Wray (our regular vet). He will be giving us our shots as well as checking our hearts with a special stethoscope fur Cardiomyopathy. He may even want to take some X-Rays? Meowmy is nervous but we could all understand how she feels, knowing my severe condition with HCM. As most of you may know, my brother, Cocoa was also diagnosed with Cardiomyopathy (HCM) several years ago, but his heart disease isn't quite as serious as my condition. Actually, any kitty diagnosed with HCM is considered serious as this disease only gets worse. As soon as I get home, I will write a Diary entry about my visit and how I'm doing... Please take a moment of your time to say a special purrayer fur Cocoa and me that everything will be ok. I could always use extra purrayers and greatly appreciate it.

Thanks Rusty & Annie fur my cute Halloween Rosie!



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My Pawrents Met Biscotti & Boogers' Pawrents, Today!

Meowmy and daddy got up purry early this morning, all excited about meeting our new baby brother, Biscotti as well as his siblings and Boogers' pawrents. Mom and dad arrived 1:45 at the breeders with a Strawberry Shortcake and gifts fur Auntie Sam & Boogers & Co. Mom and dad couldn't wait to meet the babies so they immediately walked over to the condo where the little guys were relaxing... At about 2:00 pm, Boogers' pawrents arrived so meowmy greeted them at the door and couldn't wait to finally meet them.They are both purrry sweet. Mom and Boogers' pawrents were taking so many pictures of the little guys but finally decided to take a small break fur some dessert. Not long after, they were back to taking more pictures, as none of the babies seemed to mind one bit.

I heard from mom that Biscotti is really cute, curious and ummm... likes to chew wires. Oh no, remember when I destroyed mom's turn around Christmas tree stand last year when I chose to chew the remote wire? Looks like we have a repeat *giggles* Biscotti was so active and just exploring the entire time. Mittens and Tiskers were so quiet and adorable. They were even purrring when Auntie Sam and Uncle Dan began petting them. As fur little Biscotti... he didn't even take time to calm down until towards the end when he was finally zonked out. We could see why Boogers' pawrents chose both babies because there is no way that they would have been able to choose just one!

Lisa gave both meowmy and Auntie Sam a beautiful scarf with different kitties all over it. This was so nice and purry thoughtful of her. Lisa also gave meowmy a cute little red wagon to take pics of Biscotti in when he comes home. Mom has always liked the one little wagon that Lisa has so she decided to surprise meowmy with one, as well. We all send our love and thanks to Lisa fur being such a wonderful breeder as well as a dear furiend...

Next month, Auntie Sam and Uncle Dan will be staying with our family and we can't wait. It will be so much fun fur meowmy to see them again and they get to meet us. I know that they will love us just as we will love them. What makes this so special is that Biscotti, Mittens and Tiskers are siblings and all 3 will be going to such wonderful and loving homes. Love you Auntie and Uncle and we are counting down the days until we see you *sending lots of kitty kissies*


*** PHOTOS WILL BE POSTED SOON***


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Tomorrow (Saturday) My Pawrents Meet Biscotti!!!

OMC... we are all so excited as tomorrow is the BIG day when meowmy & daddy will be meeting our baby brother, Biscotti! That's not all, they will also be meeting Auntie Sam & Uncle Dan (Boogers' pawrents) and their little guys, Mittens and Tiskers. Some of our furiends are under the impression that we will be bringing Biscotti home tomorrow but that is NOT the case. Mom & dad are meeting him fur the first time. Baby will be coming home late November. The babies MUST be 12 weeks of age and neutered before leaving the breeders. At age 8 weeks is when the kittens get their first shots and visitors are allowed. In November, Auntie Sam and Uncle Dan will be coming to New Jersey to stay with us fur the entire day (Friday) into the next morning. The following morning (Saturday) is when our pawrents and Boogers' pawrents will be picking up the little guys. Until then, this is only a visit. Holy kittens does mom wish that she could be bringing Biscotti home tomorrow but not yet... Only another month to go but that feel like furever to meowmy *giggles* I keep meowing to her to be patient but come on, who in the cats are we kidding? We are just as excited!

I would like to thank all of you fur your wonderful P-Mails and Rosettes fur our baby brother, Biscotti. You guys and gals are the bestest!

We would like to send out a BIG catgrats to our purry dear and special furiend, Hazel Lucy fur her COTW honor, today... That is so pawsome! Also, sending out Birthday wishes to Skylar & Lydia who both turned 8. That's not all... We would also like to catgrats our bestie, KiKi fur being chosen today's DDP! Wow, this is a day full of pawsome honors. Hope each of you enjoyed your celebrations.


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We received A Package From Our Besties, Rusty & Annie!

This morning, meowmy had to work, not to mention the weather being rainy, cold and just miserable. Mom hasn't been feeling all that great because of her bad sinus headaches. Yesterday, she had to leave work early because she felt terrible.

As soon as meowmy walked in the door, the first thing she did was call our names one by one as she always does. She let us know that we had a package and it was from our dear furiend, *RUSTY & ANNIE*. Mom couldn't wait to get the camera! OMC, let me tell you what we got... There was a cute Halloween card with a kitty cat on the front and they even had Biscotti's name enclosed. That was really sweet and thoughtful of them to include baby even though he's not home yet. Now let me tell you all about our Halloween goodies: We got 2 orange rubber sparkle balls with bells in them, a tricolored ball that rattles, 2 fuzzy scull catnip toys that crinkle, an orange knit catnip mousie, Whisker City catnip, plush pumpkin crinkle toy (really cute) and an orange multi-colored knit catnip mousie with a little bell on the end of his tail. We have been playing with our cool Halloween pressies. As you may know by now... I am claiming the mousies before my siblings do *giggles* Thanks so much Rusty, Annie and family fur our wonderful gifts and fur making our Halloween spook-tacular *sending kisses*

Guess what??? Boogers family is also taking the other Seal Mitted Ragdoll kitten so now they'll have two kittens going home in November! Mom spoke with the breeder this morning and everything is all set and the other baby is theirs as well. Mom made sure that she called Lisa first thing this morning so that nobody else would have dibs on the kitty. This is pawsome because now they will taking siblings and of course, we'll have the other one who is our Biscotti. Boogers' mom named her babies "Mittens & Tiskers." Mom and Auntie Sam are so excited to be meeting this Saturday and I guarantee that they'll have plenty of pics to share...

Our purrs and purrayers are with the families and animals in Southern California who have been affected by the WildFires. This is so sad and devastating.



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My Sweet Auntie Sydney Is Now An Angel At Rainbow Bridge!

I am in shock with lots of tears as I begin writing my Diary. As you may now know, my sweet darling *AUNTIE SYDNEY ROSE* has made her peaceful journey to Rainbow Bridge on October 20th. Please take the time to read her Diary entry as she will explain...

I want this Diary to be about my Auntie and what a wonderful kitty she was. I remember the day when Sydney asked me to be her nephew and of course, I said yes with open paws. She has been so good to me as well as to my meowmy ever since and of course even before. When I was diagnosed with severe HCM (Cardiomyopathy) in February, she was there fur me through lovely P-Mails, beautiful pressies, phone calls and of course, words of encouragement and purrayers. She gave me a countdown Rosette each day (fur the entire month of July) until my special day arrived. Auntie Sydney and her family are always there fur kitties in need and they never stops purrring and purraying fur them... My Auntie Sydney is now my Guardian Angel looking over me.

Mom hasn't been on Catster as much this past week because of bad sinus **headaches. She was out earlier, running several errands and not too long ago, she received a call from Auntie Brenda (Bellsnickles mom) informing her of the sad news about my Auntie. She immediately came home to send her condolences as well as help me to write in my Diary. We had no idea that Sydney was this sick, including her mom and this came as a shock to all of us who knew and loved Auntie Sydney.

I want to express to Auntie Eva (Sydney's mom) how purrry sorry we are and if there is anything we can do to please let us know and that we're here if you need a furiend. I will always and furever love my dear Auntie Sydney and I want her to know that this is not a permanent good-bye, fur it's only temporary until we all meet again. You will meet many new and wonderful furiends at the Bridge and there will be no pain or suffering as each day will be filled with sunshine, birdies singing and lots of Kitty Kaviar.

I love you Auntie and you will always be special to all of us.

Please stop by Sydney Rose's page to send her your purrrs and purrayers to her and her family and to help her journey to Rainbow Bridge be filled with lots of love and enjoyment... Thank you from my entire family.


In Loving Memory Of My Auntie, *SYDNEY ROSE*


You may also show your love & support by lighting a special candle fur Sydney Rose... The link below will take you to the candle page.

http://www.gratefulness.org/candles/candles.cfm?l=e ng&gi=SYD

I would like to thank the following kitties fur their thoughtful Star and Rosettes during my sadness over the loss of my dear Auntie Sydney... Thank you to Angel Amelia (my guardian angel) fur her beautiful shiny STAR and to Ashley (needing purrs) & Fam, Lucy & Fam, Fido & Fam, Murray & Fam and Ambro & Fam fur your lovely condolence Rosettes... Your thoughtfulness means so much.

Thanks Stargazer fur the cute little thinking of you acorn Rosette as we share the same heart disease.



With Love and Tears,
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We Received A Halloween Package From Cali & Leo!

The above Diary entry is in Loving of my dear Auntie Sydney...

Today, we received a cool Halloween package from our besties, *CALI & LEO* OMC... we couldn't wait to open it and wow, there were fun things enclosed. Now let me tell you what we got. First of all, it was all nicely wrapped in yellow tissue paper with cute Halloween stickers and a white ribbon. Inside was a really fluffy black and yellow spider, a Winny The Pooh pen that lights up and jiggles, a white sparkle ball and an orange mousie that I will claim *giggles* Thanks so much Cali & Leo fur making our Halloween frightfully fun!

Guess what??? Meowmy and Auntie Sam (Booger's mom) are meeting fur the first time on Saturday. They are meeting at the Ragdoll breeders to meet our baby brothers fur first time, as well. Mom spoke with Lisa yesterday and now Auntie Sam gets to have first choice of the Mitted babies. The original couple who had first choice decided that they were thinking that they wanted a BiColor after looking at our little Biscotti's pic. We didn't understand that one. Mom originally called Lisa to try and convince her to allow Auntie Sam to have the first choice in the two and that's when Lisa explained that the other couple didn't seem to know what they wanted. That's when mom started rambling on and convinced her to allow Auntie Sam to have the first choice and guess what??? She is!!!!!!!! We are so excited and purry happy that it's Booger's mom who will actually be picking out her baby. We don't give a kitty's pooo about the other couple *giggles* Meowmy and Auntie Sam are so excited are are counting down the days... 5 to go!


Cagrats to Fido fur being today's DDP. What a great Diary entry!

Thanks Stargazer fur the nice and thoughtful acorn Rosette. He sent Cocoa and me both a Rosette because he was just diagnosed with Cardiomyopathy. Isn't that sweet of him to be thinking of us in such a special way!


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We Receied TWO Halloween Packages From Our Besties!

Mommy was off today so she had some things to do around the home. Her furiend, Sylvia also came by to visit in the morning and of course to spend some time with us kitties. She also brought breakfast fur mom which was so thoughtful! Earlier this afternoon, the door bell rang and who was it??? Yup... you guessed! It was Mr Postie and he left 2 packages fur us. The one was from our dear furiends, *RIPLEY & GANG* and the other was from our dear furiends, *SIMBA & FAM*. OMC, we couldn't wait to see what was inside? Mom did her usual name calling and there we were, running down the stairs except fur Miss Kashmere. She was asleep under the nightstand as usual. Also, you all know how shy she is so with company over, she'd never come down but that's ok... she'll have a chance to play with the pressies, too. We believe in sharing as mom has raised us to do.

Well, let me tell you what we got. First we opened the smaller package which was from Ripley. Inside was the cutest Halloween card as mom read it to us as she does with all of our cards and letters. Hummm, that wasn't all. There were 2 pawsome mousies (black with an orange tail and a green one) a crinkle ball & sparkle ball which we love to play with and a package of catnip balls. Thanks so much Ripley & Gang fur the cool and fun Halloween pressies.

The second package was from Simba & Family. Fur starters, the purrty stamp was of her! There was an adorable note card enclosed with a sweet message on the reverse side. There were also 3 fur mousies ( yellow, pink & green) which you all know how I love my mousies, a black furrrry spider that will be fun to carry around, a package of yummy pounce treats and a cute Frankenstein head that's in the shape of a ball.

Thanks so much to Ripley & Gang and Simba & Fam fur making our Halloween even more spook-tacular and special. Sending lots of kisses to all of you!

Later on this evening, mom and her sister Auntie Lill are going to the Olive Garden fur din din. Yummmmy... maybe mom will order some chicken to bring back to us or even a side of plain meatballs? Either way, we'll get something as mom never furgets us when she goes out to dinner. Either her leftovers or something specially ordered just fur us. now if that's not LOVE than what is??? Thanks meowmy! Also, thanks Auntie Sylvia fur coming by this morning to visit with us.

***UPDATE*** Thanks Alfie fur the beautiful shiny Star which you also finished my 8th row of Stars and to my swet Auntie Sydney fur the purrty heart Rosette. We are so glad that you liked your pressies. Mom also brought us back delicious meatballs after her dinner with Auntie Lill this evening. Yummmmy in our tummies!




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Biscotti Is Now 7 Weeks Old!

Can you believe that our baby brother, Biscotti is already 7 weeks old? He and Boogers' baby brother (sibling) are getting so big and cuter by the minute. Lisa, the breeder talks to mommy almost everyday and keeps her posted on their progress. Mom and Auntie Lisa have become fureinds as soon as my pawrents got their first Ragdoll, Jaspurr. We are so excited to see how Auntie Sam's reaction will be as soon as she meets her little baby. She and Uncle Dan may even be staying over the night before the pick up their Mittens. Wouldn't that be so pawsome. Mom and Auntie Sam will wind up at the mall shopping at Sephora *giggles* just watch! Hopefully, they'll be able to come over that night and stay with us. Mom will then plan on the four of us going out to dinner and having a nice time. It's not like we see Auntie & Uncle everyday so we will make their visit so much fun. Only if they lived closer???

We're keeping our paws crossed that we will get to meet Auntie Sam and Uncle Dan, next month. By the way, next week, meowmy and daddy will be meeting Biscotti fur the first time and that camera will be ready!


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Our Furiend, Amelia Has Made Her Journey To The Bridge!

Today is a sad day fur all that knew and loved *AMELIA*. We just found out this evening that Amelia has left us to go to Rainbow Bridge and we will sady miss her... Mom had to work this morning and right after work, she, daddy and daddy's family had dinner plans so we weren't on the computer to check our Group messages. Not too long ago, we found out about Amelia so now we have all changed our main pics in memory of her. Our thoughts, purrrrs and purrayers go out to our beloved Amelia and her family. We love you sweetie and will miss you so much. Mom always says "this is not a forever good-bye because one day, we will all meet again!"

Please stop by Amelia's page to send her family love and support as well as to Amelia during her journey to Rainbow Bridge. This is a time when they need us most and I know that they will be greatly appreciate it. Thanks a lot fur sharing your love and support!


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Check Out The New Halloween Rosettes!

First of all, I would like to thank Catster fur such SPOOK-TACULAR and Frightfully cool Halloween Rosettes which we discovered late, last night. This makes all of our pages so festive and there's no better way to celebrate than with Holiday Rosettes!

I would like to thank the following kitties fur their spooky and fun Rosettes: Fido & Co. (ghost) and to my Auntie Sydney who sent me 3 Halloween Rosette *giggles* She said that they were all cute and she's right about that! Thanks so much Auntie fur the bat, cat & pumpkin! This really made our Halloween even more special... and of course having special furiends and an Auntie like you!

A special thank you to Bellz & Co., Auntie Jenn and Sammie & KiKi fur the nice cards which we received today!


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Halloween Mail From Sammie & KiKi AND Our Baby Brother's New- Name!

This morning, mom had to go to Petsmart, as usual and then she had to run to the post office. Well, you know... not really run but drive *giggles* Later in the afternoon, she was talking with Auntie Sam (Boogers' mom) and decided to check to see if the mail came. OMC, we got mail from our NJ besties, *SAMMIE & KIKI* Mom couldn't wait to help us open it. She was still talking on the phone with Auntie during the opening of the package. Let me tell you what we got... There was a really cute Halloween treatie bag and enclosed was a nice halloween card, 2 packages of greenies which we LOVE LOVE LOVE 3 balls (2 fuzzy black & orange and 1 orange sparkle). This was so sweet of Sammie & KiKi to think of us during our favorite holiday!


***OUR BABY BROTHER'S NEW NAME HAS BEEN DECIDED***

Mom finally renamed our baby brother... After several days of thinking with many names in thought, Mom decided to name our baby brother Biscotti. She had a few names that she was tossing around but made the decision today that Biscotti would be purr-fect! He is named after the Italian cookie which is one of mom's favorites. She was thinking of spices, desserts, unique names, etc but ended up with the one she was most fond of. She already contacted the breeder to inform her that she can begin calling him my his new name! This is so exciting fur all of us...

I would also like to catgrats Chrissy fur being COTD and Phoebe fur her DDP honor. There is also a special catgrats to our dear furiend, *RIVER* (my brother, Cocoa's gals brother) fur being chosen in the 2008 calendar. Please stop by his page to send him some catgrats and treats fur a job well done.



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We Received A Halloween Package From Rocky Ann!

Today when mom came home from work, daddy was already home. Mom noticed that there was some mail on the kitchen counter and it was from our bestie, *ROCKYANN* OMC, we couldn't wait to open it. Enclosed was a really cute card addressed to all of us, along with a nicely wrap gift in spider web tissue paper. Hummmm... what was inside of the tissue? Well, wait until I tell you! There was a fuzzy black spider and golly is he the cutest spider I have ever seen. Mom is scared to death of spiders but she liked this one *giggles* What a great decorator Rocky Ann is. Her tissue paper matched the theme of her present. We can't wait to play with Mr Spider. Daddy is asleep right now, napping downstairs (fell asleep watching TV) so mom didn't want to wake him by turning the lights on brightly. We will have all of our pics taken tomorrow with the cute spider and card.

Thanks again Rocky Ann fur making our Halloween super SPOOK-TACULAR! I would also like to thank Rufus fur the lovely heart Rosette and Leo & Cali fur the purrty fall Rosette.



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We Got Halloween Mail From Boogers & Co.!

When mom came home from work today, there were two packages at the door. One was her Epson Photo printer ink and the other was from our dear besties, *BOOGIE & CO*. Mom couldn't wait to show us what we got. It has been cloudy all day and since it was kind of dark out, she will take pics of us with our pressies, tomorrow. Well, let me tell you what we got. Enclosed was a can of Tiki Cat canned cat food (Tuna on Rice and Tilapia). Yummmmmy in my tummy. Also, we received two sealed baggies with fur from Boogie & Fido. That wasn't all... there was also the cutest little TY beanie Baby bat and he has silver sparkles all over him. He's really cute. We are purrry good with our toys and never destroy them. If anything, we'll carry those around without harming them in anyway. We are really good kitties and mom is always telling us so. Wait... there is one thing I will change in appearance and that's my mousies!!! As you all know by now, I will remove a tail, an eye, sometimes the nose and even the entire head *giggles* This is not destroying, as I call it "My Mousie Creation!"

Thanks again Boogie & Co fur the furrtastic presents and fur making our Halloween spook-tacular! Tanks to Harley fur the fun football Rosette... Sending our Raggie buddy, Rufus a a special catgrats on his DDP honor today!


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Baby Brother's Name (UPDATE)!

Mom was talking to daddy all about our soon to be arriving kitten and daddy admitted to mom that he wasn't to keen on the name, Pyewacket. Mom has gotten several questions "what is a Pyewacket" but I think daddy is thinking they'll have to keep explaining every time they mention the new baby's name. Don't get me wrong, he doesn't hate the name, it's just that it will constantly be in question. The more mom thought about it, the more she realized that she would have to continue to tell the story about his name as she has already, several times. Kind of like a recorder MOL! He was named after a really cute movie, Bell Book & Candle, but like daddy said, a lot of people don't know that, although several did. Mom wants daddy to also be happy with his name since he's going to be an important part of our family. Mom has named all of us so believe me, she'll come up with a name that everyone will understand. She will always like the name Pyewacket but then again, we we won't have to constantly explain what a "Pyewacket is or where it came from!"

As soon as she comes up with something, we will post it... Baby is very young and is still at the breeders so it's not as though he was already home and settled in with his name. The breeder explained that this happens often and there were times when she had a change of name idea. The important thing is that he doesn't know a specific name yet and mommy says that it a girl's prerogative to change her mind anyway. The more she thought about it, the more she agreed on the change.


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It Was A Quiet Weekend!

Meowmy and daddy were off from work this weekend, which mom usually isn't. Actually, it was a quiet one. Dad was sick all week with the flu and then mom began feeling sick on Friday and only felt worse as the day progressed. We were hoping to attend the Best Friends 201 celebration pawty but mom e-mailed Auntie Judy (Rocky Ann's mom) and explained that she wasn't feeling well and would be going to bed early. We did post the following day at the pawty. Sorry Rocky Ann and Boogers & Co that we didn't attend. That's not like us to miss a pawty.

Unfortunately, mom goes back to work tomorrow and she is starting to feel a little better today. She plans on going to bed at a reasonable hour tonight because she'll need the extra nap time... Of course, we'll be there with her as we always are.

I would like to send a purrry special catgrats to my dear furiend, Rocky Ann fur being chosen today's DDP along with my buddy, Bailey Gray Cloud. I must meow that Bailey has been on a roll with his DDP honors. Hummmm... I wonder if he plays the lottery?

I would also like the thank the following kitties fur my pawsome Rosettes that were sent to me within the past few days: Grover (foorball), Simba (football) and Alex Finnegan "Finney" (shrimp). That was so sweet and thoughtful of all of you...

Another thank you is being sent to our Auntie Jenn (Ollie's mom) fur sending mom such a cute thank you card fur the pink feather Flamingo pen from Vegas. "You're welcome Auntie!" OMC, enclosed is a pic of Evie and Ollie playing with the pen. This is just too cute. That made mom's day even more special. As you know, it's always special when she gets to spend the day with us.



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New Pics Of Pyewacket and Siblings!

Today mom was off but she had some errands to run such as going to Petsmart and stuff like that. When she got home, she also did our nails and filed them after trimming. Of course, that included a grooming, too.

Later in the afternoon, the doorbell rang and it was Mr Postie. What did he have??? He was holding mom's mail and a package fur Kashmere from her handsome beau, Bellsnickles. We all opened the package together while mom was on the phone with Auntie Brenda (Bellsnickle's mom) and omc, there were some cool things enclosed fur her Annifursary. Bellz and Kashy have been dating fur almost 8 months now and what a great couple they are, not to mention a pawsome family. Enclosed was a package of Halloween mousies, a black cat that makes funny Halloween sounds and a package of Tuna flavored Greenie treats. This was so sweet of Bellz and just to let him know... Kashmere is sharing with all of us. Aspen has been walking around with the black cat as though it's his baby. Hummmmm??? This he thinks it is?

Auntie Lisa ( breeder) has sent a few new pictures of my baby brother, Pyewacket and his siblings who are now already 6 weeks of age. That means in 6 more weeks, our baby brtoher will be home! We couldn't wait to send those to Boogers & Co since their little brother, Mittens is in the pics also. This is so exciting fur all of us.

I would like to send out purrry special Birthday wishes to my Aunie Jenn (Eve's mom). Also, catgrats to Bailey Gray Cloud fur being today's Daily Diary Pick. I hope that the both of you had a wonderful day, celebrating...

Thanks so the following kitties fur their cute and thoughtful Rosettes: Amelia (acorn), Buddy "feeling better" (heart) and Chloe (football)!


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Happy October To All!

First of all, I would like to wish all of my furiends here at Catster a Happy October. Mom had to work today until evening and then after work, she and daddy had dinner. Thank the cats that she's off tomorrow... Yahooo da doo da doo!

Have you seen... we now have Acorn & Football Rosettes. We will be sending ours out tomorrow since mom is getting ready fur beddie pie soon. Her sinuses are really starting to bother her.

Auntie Sam and mommy were chatting all about their new babies tonight as they do every night. You should hear them chit chat... Meowmy just wishes that Boogie and family lived closer to us and of course, so do we. Before we know it, mom and Auntie will be meeting in November and that will be so exciting. They're counting down the weeks until they bring home the new Raggie babies. Soon they will be counting down the days! Lisa will try to take more photos of our baby brother, Pyewacket along with Mittens, tomorrow

I would like to send out purrry special Birthday wishes to my furiends, *ALFIE* and to *TAYLA* , as today is their Birthday. Happy Birthday to the both of you! Also, catgrats to my mousie buddy, Fido fur being chosen today's Daily Diary Pick! Thanks so much Auntie Sydney fur the first football & acorn Rosettes fur they surely do make my page look so festive


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I Was Chosen Today's Diary Pick!

This morning was a purrry busy fur meowmy. She got up early because she had to renew her car registration and then head to inspection. Of course, that took a few hors of her time. Then off to Petsmart to get a few things fur her kids *giggles* As soon as I signed on in the afternoon, I saw that I was one of today's Diary Picks, along with me sweet furiend, *PHOEBE* It was so nice to see us both sharing such a pawsome honor. There were also new pics sent from my breeder of my baby brother, Pyewacket and Boogies baby brother, Mittens. Mom couldn't wait to share those with Auntie Sam. She gets excited just like my meowmy does. Actually, we're all purrry excited and can't wait fur Pyewacket to arrive in his new and loving home. I know that Auntie Sam feels the same way...

I would like to thank all of my furiends fur the wonderful catgrats Group messages and P-Mails. And a special thank you is extended to my furiends fur their catgrats Rosettes:

My siblings, Sophie & Fam, Fido & Co., Auntie Sydney & Fam, Sammie & KiKi, Sampson & Fam, Sock & Troop, Ele & gang, Maya & Fam, Spunky & Fam, Joy & Fam, Elsa & Fam, Simba & Fam, River & Fam, Phoebe, Rue Rue & Fam and Cali & Leo

Catgrats again to miss Phoebe fur her Diary honor... it was so nice sharing this day with her.


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Turkeys Turkeys Turkeys And A Package!

Wow, what a fur-filled day today was... First of all, what made it super special was that meowmy was off from work. That's always good news fur us.

Now let me tell you how my day went. Fur starters, meowmy was leaving a message fur Auntie Sam to see how she was feeling and as she was leaving the message, she spotted the Turkeys on the street just strolling along. She immediately ran out to try and coax them onto the sidewalk. What did she find when she went out??? They were in our driveway just standing there. You should see how BIG the babies are. Nearly the size of their mommy. You know what's next don't you??? Yup, mom had her camera on hand and took a few pics. They then went their merry own way into the back area where it was safe. We love seeing the Turkey family because we know that they're ok. She such a pawsome mommy, too.


Later in the afternoon, mom went out to get the mail (it was delivered rather late) and there was a brown package addressed to us from our dear furiends, *OLLIE & CO *. There were Halloween decoration stickers on the envelope, too. Enclosed was a cute sandwich bag with Hello Kitty on it and inside were Greenies. Yummmy! Then there was a cute card with a lovely message. There's more... we also received an orange decorated Halloween pouch with the cutest Halloween necklace that Auntie Jenn made fur us. OMC, it's purry nice with little wooden decorations. Mom even took our pics, wearing it. Thanks so much Ollie and family fur such a wonderful Halloween surprise. This really made our day even more special, thanks to such wonderful furiends. Hey, check out or photos of the Halloween goodies and the Turkeys, of course...

Please purrrrr fur my Auntie Jenn (Ollie's mom) and Auntie Sam (Boogie's mom). They are really sick right now with a bad cold and need extra purrayers. Yup, you guessed... I'm turning up the Purrrr Machine!

Thanks Mercy & Family fur my delicious apple Rosette. As mom always says "an apple a day will keep the vet away" *giggles*



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Update On The Baby Raggies!

Meowmy called the breeder, Lisa earlier this morning to see how everything was and Lisa said that the babies are doing furrtastic and have been exploring. Hummm... does that mean getting into trouble *giggles* I can't wait until my baby brother comes home so that I can teach him so many things like how to play mousies and stuff. Snowmitts said that he's going to teach him how to eat like a man. Oh boy, there goes the food!

Mom has already taken a personal in October to vivit with the babies and she can't wait to take a bunch of pics fur Boogers & Co. One of those gorgeous Mitted ones will be theirs but at the moment, we're unsure only because there is another buyer who will be making the second choice. The kitten was reserved before Auntie decided to getting one from this litter. Hey, that's ok because whatever baby goes to Auntie Sam's home will be a lucky kitty and of course, be as beautiful as the others. Lisa is so pleased with the way the babies are progressing at this time and that's something we love to hear. They are still purrry young so they're at that delicate stage until about 8 weeks. At 8 weeks of age is when they will get their first series of shots and can have human visitors meet them. Lisa makes sure that her babies are protected so that's why we must wait until their first shots. We will keep all of you posted with pics and progress reports. In less thank a week we should be getting more pics. Lisa will be taking those weekly. She explained that you really won't see a difference within days apart. Also, she is so busy with caring fur the kittens as well as other cats in the home. A lot of work and time goes into breeding and we understand. Mom talks to Lisa everyday (even before my little brother was born). They became furiends immediately after our first Raggie, Jaspurr. They kept in touch through phone calls, e-letters and of course, lots of photos.

Thanks so much to all of the thoughtful kitties who have sent us Rosettes and P-Mails, wishing us luck with our new brother. That is greatly appreciated. Please remember to stop by Boogers & Co's pages to read their updated diary entries on their baby brother, Mittens. How cute is that... Mittens! What makes this even more special is that Pyewacket & Mittens are litter brothers. Can't get closer than that *blows kissies to his baby brother, Pyewacket (and Mittens).

Thanks so much to Callie fur my purrayer heart Rosette!


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I Know Which Baby Will Be My New Brother!

OMC... meowmy and daddy have chosen who their new baby will be and we aree so excited. Are you ready??? They have chosen the little guy who has the same marking as me. He surely is a cutie. Pyewacket is the Seal BiColor kitten. This is also wonderful news because now Auntie Sam knows fur sure that she'll be getting a Mitted baby. Mom couldn't wait to call the breeder and Auntie to share the pawsome news. As soon as mom meets the baby fur the first time in October, she'll be taking plenty of pics and fur Auntie Sam! Yahooooo Da Dooo Da Dooo! I'm counting down the weeks until my baby brother comes home which will be at the end of November. I better collect all of my mousies so that I can teach him at a young age how to do a "mousie creation!"

You may have heard that my brother's, Aspen & Snowmitts are no longer involved with their gals but they're both doing just fine. I'm sure that they'll have a lot of purrty gals show interest in them. I think that they even have plans to go out fur a guys night on the town with Jaspurr. We know that things happen fur a reason. I'm sure that one day, they'll find the right gals who will love them as they so deserve. Sometimes things just aren't meant to be...

A special thanks to Nikki fur the purrty rainbow Rosette!



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Meowmy Goes Back To Work Today!

On no *wipes eyes* meowmy has to go back to work today. If the weather satys nice like it is, we'll be going strolling later tonight. Even if it's later in the evening, we have Rocky Ann's stroller lights to help guide us. As you may remember, my dear furiend, Rocky Ann gave me stroller lights fur my B-day. Now mom will feel better to stroll us as it becomes darker. Of course the sidewalk is lit up with street lanterns but extra lighting is always best...

Mom called to check on the babies and all 3 are doing terrific. Auntie Sam and mom have been talking "Baby talk' teach night. How exciting is that?!?! She will have lots of Ragdoll questions and my mom will be here whenever she needs her. This is going to be so cool fur Auntie Sam because she never had a little baby before and wait until she watches her baby grow like a wildflowers. They're already growing and will soon be eating on their own. That's when they really start getting stocky. Snowmitts can't wait, especially since this is a baby from his own pawrents. Wow, we can't believe that they're already 4 weeks old and looking cuter and cuter each time (if that's possible)! Mom and Auntie Sam will keep all of you posted with new pics once a week as the breeder sends them.

Thanks so much to Elsa & Molly fur my lovely heart Rosettes... My family and I would also like to thank all of the sweet and thoughtful kitties who have catgratulated us on the new baby, Pyewacket. That is going to make baby feel so welcomed when he comes home towards the end of November.

Catgrats to my sweet furiend, Elsa fur being chosen Cat Of The Day and to Allie fur being today's diary pick...


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Meowmy And Daddy Are Home From Vegas!

Yahooo daa dooo daa dooo! Meowmy and daddy finally came home late last night from their vacation. Meowmy picked Snowmitts and me up mid morning, this morning from my Auntie Lillian's. We will miss Auntie and my cousins because she was so good to us but it is wonderful being back home to my family. Thanks so much Auntie Lill fur taking such great care of us and fur all the lovies. I even took my meds like a big boy and mom is so proud of me *pats back*

Have you seen??? My baby brother is already 4 weeks old. We're not quite sure which baby will be ours fur they are all so precious. This will be a difficult decision fur meowmy but before long, we will know fur sure which one is our Pyewacket.

A special thank you to my dear furiends, Amelia and Tigger (Boudin's brother) fur the lovely heart Rosettes...


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Mom & Dad's Last Day On Vacation AND Have You Heard?

Yippeee doodles... meowmy and daddy come home from las Vegas, tomorrow. They won't be getting in until late so that means picking up Snowmitt's and me from Auntie Lill's on Sunday which is fine. We have had such a wonderful time with our Auntie and she took care of us so well and yup... spoiled us, too.

Have you read Snowmitt's Diary entry and the pawsome news??? I'm getting a baby brother in a few months. This decision was made weeks ago before the babies were actually born. I will have so much fun playing with him, just as I had a great time playing with my baby cousin, Petey at Auntie's home. We are all so excited and what makes it even cooler is that it's the litter from Snowmitts pawrents. That's not all... Boogers' and family are also getting a baby from the same litter. Auntie Sam wanted a Raggie fur quite some time and after mom e-mailed her the pics of the new babies, she decided to definitely get one. My mom was able to contact the breeder right away to reserve the last baby fur Boogers' & family. All of these cuties are now spoken fur and will be going to their loving homes in a few months. Wait... there's more to share with you. Mom and Auntie Sam will finally be meeting the day that they pick up their kittens. Mom is so excited and she and Auntie talk everyday about how wonderful this is. My baby brother's brother will be going to our besties home and that is something to be super happy about. We will all keep in touch which makes it even more special. This is also Snowmitt's baby brother (several litters apart). As you know, Snowmitts and I are purry close and boy does he love babies. I will now have a youngster to teach how to fetch mousies. Mom will be picking out the kitten in about another month. There is another couple who had already put a deposit on one of the kitties before Auntie Sam so they do get second choice but whichever baby goes to Auntie Sam will be gorgeous. The breeder has been telling us how nice the kittens are and they are all equally stunning. There are 3 boys (1 Seal BiColor and 2 Seal Mitted). I am a Blue BiColor and Snowmitts is a Seal Mitted. The BiColor will be smilar to my markings but much darker. It is going to be purrry difficult fur meowmy to chose her baby so I think she'll pick by which one comes to her first *giggles* Auntie Sam will be naming her baby Mittens and meowmy will be naming my baby brother, "Pyewacket" after the cute movie-"Bell, Book and Candle." Check out the pic of Snowmitt's meowmy with her 3 little babies.

Sorry that I haven't been on Catster too much but mom hasn't really been in the room all that much to jump on the Laptop.

I would like to thank the following kitties fur my lovely heart Rosettes... Auntie Sydney, Rusty and Smudge & Bob. Thanks so much Murray fur the bright shiny Star!


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Catgrats To The New MR & MRS (Hondo & Rue Rue)!

First of all, I would like to begin this purrry special Diary entry by sending a warm catgrats to my dear furiends, *HONDO* and *RUE RUE*. Mom is on vacation this week so it's a bit difficult to be on Catster as often as we usually are. We'll jump on periodically. You have to check out their pages and see how beautiful they both look. Hondo and Rue Rue decided to elope instead of waiting fur a large ceremony. As we all know, Rue Rue's brother, Ashley is purrrry ill so they wanted to make sure that Ashley was here to attend the ceremony. They didn't want to wait it out and that was the bestest decision. Now sweet Ash got to see his beautiful sis and Hondo marry. This is all so exciting fur all of us and we couldn't be happier fur such a lovely couple.

Again, catgrats Rue Rue and Hondo and may you furever be happy! We love you purrrry much!


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Having So Much Fun At Auntie Lill's!

OMC, Snowmitts and I are having a great time at Auntie Lill's (mom's sister). We are playing with our cousins and there are 4 of them. We are getting treats and lots of lovies, as well. I'm even taking my meds like a good boy fur Auntie. The first day was a little difficult since I was a little nervous and not expecting Auntie to know about those meanie pills. She threw me fur a loop *giggles* Thereafter, everything was fine. I even jumped up on Auntie's bed and traveled all over the home. As fur Snowmitts, he does his usual... EATS EATS and EATS! We even went on the Treadmill as you can view in the Photo Show that mom put up, thanks to Auntie taking pics of us. She is such a pawsome Aunt. Of course we miss our meowmy but she knows that we're in the wonderful hands. Auntie Patti is watching Cocoa, Kashmere, Jaspurr & Aspen at our home and she's having so much fun playing with them. Auntie Patti is a terrific Auntie and we all love her dearly. As mentioned in my previous diary, Auntie Lillian knows more about Cardiomyopathy and administering the medications. Cocoa is on heart meds but not nearly as many and I am and he's also better at taking them. As fur me..... no comment! Mm and daddy are having fun in Las Vegas but wish we were there!

My family and I are so happy to hear that *ROCKYANN'S* test were good. Her number were raised a little but that's ok because she had great results with everything else and it wasn't a great big jump. I told RA that we were going to purrrr fur her and we even gave her an Apple Rosette to take with her to the vet. Guess what??? It worked!

I would also like to thank Auntie Sydney & Rocky Ann fur my lovely Rosettes *blowing kitty kisses* Check out Rocky Ann's rosette... it's a pic of Las Vegas! Now how cool is that!

Special thanks to my Auntie Lill fur watching us this week...


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It's Vacation Fur Mom & Dad!

Meowmy and daddy are going on vacation this coming Saturday fur a week (will be back home next Saturday evening). My Auntie Lillian (mom's sister) will be watching Snowmitts and me. Mom wanted Snowmitts to come with me since we're the bestest buddies and I'll feel more comfy. Auntie Lillian once had a kitty named Rudolph who had Cardiomyopathy just like me so she knows what to look fur and how to count my breathing, not to mention giving meds to a kitty who hates taking pills *giggles* I feel so much better that Snowmitts is coming with me. My Auntie also has 4 kitties of her own, which one is Aspen's litter sister, Lola. I will be going there later on this evening and guess what? Auntie is even going to take pics of us. Mom made sure that I was doing fine and that my breathing & eating was good before deciding to go on vacation. If there are any sudden problems, Auntie Lill has all of the required numbers to get in touch with mom. She & dad will have their cell phones on 24/7 as well as all of the Hotel info. I'm sure that we'll be in great hands! Mom keeps saying how much she's going to miss us and she has already packed a pic of each of us to display on the Hotel nightstand.

As fur the rest if my siblings, they're staying here and Auntie Patti will be caring fur them. She is also an excellent Auntie and kitty sitter. My Auntie Lill is more experienced with my condition so that makes it much easier. Cocoa is great with giving meds to so Auntie Patti doesn't have a problem. She's have a problem with me because I know how to hide it in my cheeks. Auntie Lill already knows all about that trick from Rudolph.

Mom will have her Laptop with her so I will be keeping in touch with all of my Catster furiends throughout the week! Even if she didn't have her Laptop back from repair, she would have found an Internet Cafe to check Catster periodically.

I would also like to wish my dear furiend, *ROCKY ANN* lots of luck with her vet visit tomorrow... Our paws are crossed fur you little girl and we're all purraying fur good news. Please stop by her page to wish her the best.

Thank you Tigger fur the delicious Lemonaid drink Rosette. We had a wonderful time at your pawty last week!


**UPDATE 9:20 pm** Meowmy just got back from dropping Snowmitts and me of at Auntie Lill's and I adapted so well and she stayed with us fur a little over 2 hours. I made furiends with all of my cousins and even kissed their noses. I explored the home as though it was all mine *giggles* I also used the kitty box, had some eats and then relaxed in the condo by the patio with the fresh air blowing in. Ahhhhhhhh! Mom was worried that I may have shown some stress being in a new atmosphere but I was fine and purrry happy. Snowmitts took purry well and stayed by my side most of the time. Auntie will be taking some pics and giving updates. Just wanted to let all of you know that I'm having fun...



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OMC... I'm A Diary Pick, Today!

First of all... I would like to begin this Diary entry by letting all of you know that today is officially PURRR Day fur *ASHLEY (needing prayers)* so we decided to use his "Shooting Star picture fur our main pictures. We wanted to show him that he has lots of love and support from our family as well as all of his furiends here on Catster. We love you little guy and will continue to think positive!

Holy kittens and caboodles, I couldn't believe my big blue eyes when I saw all the Catster mail fur me when we signed on this morning. There was also a cute Rosette fur my brother, Cocoa from his purrty gal, *MOLLY*. Molly and Cocoa have been dating fur several days now and we couldn't be happier. She's a great gal from such a wonderful family and you can read all about it in his Diary.

What makes my chosen Diary entry (below) so special is that it emphasizes on our dear furiend, *ASHLEY (needing prayers)*. As we all know here on Catster, Ashley is purrrry ill and needs a great deal of purrrs and purrayers which he has already received from so many furiends. Please continue to purrrr fur Ash because as we always say "there is nothing stronger than the power of purrrs & purrayers" and I'm a purrfect example of that! We have been keeping in touch with Ashley's mom to let her know that we're here fur her, Ash and the family.

I would like to thank the following kitties fur all of their lovely Catgrats Rosettes: Sophie & Fam, Fido & Co., Sammie & KiKi, Sock & Troop, Violet & Fam, Mercy & Fam, Ashley (needing prayers) and Fam, River & Fam, Rocky Ann, Ollie & Fam, Maya & Stipey, Murray & Fam and Merlin & Fam. I would also like to thank the nice kitties fur their Catgrats through P-Mails and Group messages... Mom has to work later this morning but we will continue to update my Diary! Meowmy is officially on vacation after 5:00pm this evening! Unfortunatly, she has not gotten the Laptop back yet because they're waiting fur a part but she has been surviving with the desktop so far *giggles* It's really not that bad but she misses the Laptop since it is more convenient.

Wishing our furiend, *MURRAY* a Happy 8th Birthday and many more wonderful B-day's to come. Please be sure to stop by to wish his a super day!


**UPDATE** Meowmy's Laptop is all finished and was shipped out this afternoon. What pawsome news fur mom!


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We Are So Sad And Worried About Ashley!

Early this morning, meowmy had gotten a private e-mail from our Auntie Brenda that *ASHLEY (needing prayers)* is not doing well and taking a turn fur the worst. He is bleeding and isn't clotting as he should and was rushed to the ER. The vet will be doing several test and his mom will do her best to keep every kitty posted. Please understand that she is going to be purrry busy with Ashlye when they return back home. We've all been purrrring and purraying that he feels better soon. Mom called Auntie on her way home from work to check on Ashley (about 4:30 pm) to see how she was doing? Ashley's mom was going back to the vet at about 6:00 ish this evening to pick Ash back up to bring him home... Please continue to keep dear Ashley in your thoughts and purrayers, as he is in great need of strong purrrrrs right now. I would greatly appreciate it if you would so kindly visit his page to send him extra treats & well wishes. We have not spoken to Auntie Brenda since the last conversation at 4:30 pm. We did let Auntie know that if she needed us to please call us. We didn't want to call her again figuring that she would want to spend time with Ash when he returned back home.

I would like to wish *TIGGER* (Boudin's brother) a Happy 12th Birthday... Also, thank you to the Anonymous Rosette sender who sent each of us a delicious apple Rosette. Hummm... we already know who it's from since it was signed "Glomps". Thanks *SIMBA* fur the yummmy apples! Also, thanks Diego fur the refreshing lemonade Rosette...

Catgrats to *DIEGO* fur being chosen today's "Cat Of The Day" and to *LEO* fur his Diary pick honor. We are so proud of the both of you and hope that your day was as special as you are...

My Auntie Sydney had mentioned a Candle Thread which has been started and there is also a Purrr Thread from Morgan fur our sweet Ashley. Please take a moment to do this fur Ashley and his family as it would mean so much to them... Thank you!

Candle Fur Ashley:
http://www.gratefulness.org/candles/candles.cfm?l=e ng&gi=Ash

Purr Thread Fur Ashley:
http://www.catster.com/forums/Get_Well_Soon/thread/ 443664/4


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Catgrats To Hondo & Rue Rue On Their Engagement!

I am so happy to announce the engagement of my purrry special furiends, *HONDO*and *RUE RUE* on their recent engagement. They are such a lovely couple and deserve the most beautiful life together. We can't be happier fur them both... Wow, We're going to a wedding and it's not just any wedding because it's our bestest furiends getting married! Better start gathering up my mousies *giggles*

OMC... listen up every kitty because I have new fur you! Guess who I saw this evening? I saw the Turkey family and meowmy ran like a speeding bullet to take pics of them. It was the mommy and babies. Holy kittens, the babies grew so much and are the cutest little creatures. Mom was so happy and excited when she saw them through the sliding doors. Daddy was watching TV and suddenly mom yelled... "there they are!" Daddy almost jumped out of his pants because she startled him. Both she and daddy went out to see them and there was mom with the camera. We haven't seen the Turkey family fur quite sometime and it was such a nice surprise fur all of us. Unfortunately, we didn't see daddy Turkey but we're still purraying that one day, he'll return.

We also have more great news to share. Daddy was telling mom that someone told him that every morning, there is a lady that comes by and feeds the feral kitties where he's working. They all come running when she calls them. Of course, daddy still feeds the ferals and hopes to see the lady so that he can give her food as well to give to them when she does her early morning feedings. He wants to help out as much as he can. Hey, that's not too bad huh? The ferals get fed by two different people. That makes me so happy.

Thanks you purrry much to my special furiends, Stella & Mag 7 fur the delicious apple Rosette... Yummy was that good!


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Where Is The Nice Strolling Weather?

Not much was going on today... It was another hot and humid day so that meant no strolling when mom got home. When is the cooler weather coming? The News humans say that it's going to be a comfortable day but ends up being hot. We had to turn the air back on and shut the windows which we weren't looking forward to. I will keep my paws crossed that the weather will be nice enough to stroll on Thursday since mom is off!

Today is a purry special celebration fur my mousie buddy, *SOCK*! Sock is celebrating his 3rd Birthday so if you do get a chance, please stop by his page to send him your wishes and lots of kitty treats. Happy Birthday Sock!


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Happy Labor Day To All AND Stella Is Back Home!

I would like to start off my Diary by wishing all of my kitty furiends and their families a purrry happy Holiday. Mom had to work this morning into the early afternoon. Later on, daddy cooked a bunch of goodies on the grill. Yummy steak, sausages, chicken, corn on the cob, etc. Meowmy and daddy's furiend "uncle" Dennis even stopped over to help us celebrate the end of the summer *wipes eyes* Mom even got a nice Strawberry Shortcake from the Italian bakery. Of course we like the whipped cream. This was a special Holiday fur me because it's my FIRST Labor day.

I would also like to share some wonderful news in my Diary... my dear furiend, *STELLA* from the Mag 7 (feral family) came home after missing in action fur a week. We are so excited that she returned back home safe and sound to her loving family and furiends. We kept that purrrr machine on full force. Never doubt the power of purrrrs & purrayers.

Hope everyone is having a wonderful Holiday and now we're all looking forward to the fall. Know what that means right??? You got it... STROLLINGGGGGGG!


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Happy FIRST Annifursary To My Siblings!

Today my siblings celebrate FIRST Annifursary on Catster and I would like to send my catgrats out to each of them... Mine will be in October so that means I have to wait fur my cake but that's ok because I enjoyed eating 5 cakes today *giggles*

It wasn't such a great day fur meowmy because she tripped over the battery cord to her Laptop and dropped the computer. The screen was all weird colors and lines and everything. Couldn't see anything and boy was she devastated! She bought an external hard drive and had Circuit City transfer all of her files. Her Laptop goes out fur repair this week when she receives the packing box.

We did have some happy news that made us purrrr... thanks to my purrry dear furiends, Cali & Leo! I would like to thank them both fur the pawsome "thank you" B-day presents. OMC, they sent us the most beautiful kitty cat frame with multiple photo slots along with a leopard design cat wand and yes... a really nice card. He wanted to let us know how much he loved his B-day presents that we sent. You are more than welcome Leo & Cali!

My family and I are all worried about the Feral family of Molly... Stella is part of the *MAG 7* and has wondered away and hasn't returned home. Please put your paws together and purray really hard that she returns back to her loving family, safely. We would greatly appreciate it if you could leave some treats and just maybe she'll smell those and come home faster. I have turned up the purrrrr machine super high so that she can hear it. This will also help guide her back to her family and furiends who miss her so. Please remember to continue purrring fur those kitties that need extra purrayers...

I would also like to wish Pebbles and Turtle a purrry Happy Birthday and many more to come! Thank you so much Sock fur the beautiful gold STAR and to Rusty fur my lovely blue ribbon Rosette.


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Another Quiet Day At Home!

Today was a quiet day fur us... Meowmy had to work until 5:30 pm, but she's off tomorrow If the weather permits, she will take us strolling. It's suppose to be a pleasant weekend so let's keep those paws crossed that we can go strolling? Hey, who knows, maybe we can even open the windows fur some nice fresh air and sunshine.

I was happy to see that my new furiend, Chloe is a CatstetPlus Member starting today. Now she and her brother's Harley and Roscoe (in loving memory) can have so much fun on Catster with the extra fun benefits that go along with being a Plus Member. As you may have read in my previous Diary entries, Chloe has recently been diagnosed with the same heart disease HCM) as me. Her meowmy and daddy are purrry scared and sad which is expected and understandable, especially with such a horrible disease such as HCM. We just want fur Chloe to know that we'll be here fur them. Meowmy knows a lot about this illness and what to look fur. The most important thing is to take all mediations as required by the Cardiologist and to have the least amount of stress as possible. I live in a purrrry quiet serene environment which helps a lot.

I would like to thank Chloe fur the beautiful Flag Rosette (her first CatsterPlus Rosette was sent to me) and to my Auntie Sydney fur the delicious Apple Rosette! Love you both purrry much.


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An Apple A Day Keeps The Vet Away!

OMC, look kitties... we now have cool red Apple Rosettes fur the month of September. Does this mean that fall is coming? Hummmm... think so. Mom was off today but had to run some errands as well as go to the Hair Salon. When we signed onto the computer, we noticed that there were apples available fur sending and wow, they're delicious looking, too! My saying is "An apple a day keeps the vet away" *giggles* If that was the case, I'd eat a bushel a day! Thanks so much Catster fur the pawsome and yummmy Rosettes. They surely beat those Brussels. Yukkky, who would want Brussels anyway. You couldn't give me all the Pit'r Pats in the world to eat Brussels. I don't care how much catnip I have!

Well, it's still too hot to stroll but as the summer ends and the fall approaches, we'll all be able to catch up on all of our lost strolls and holy kittens do we have a lot of catching up to do! We did get groomed today which wasn't bad. I just hate when mom uses that special dematting comb. Ouch!

I would like to thank the following kitties fur their delicious apple Rosettes, today: River (my first apple), Auntie Sydney, Rocky Ann, Murray & Ambro. Thank you Molly fur the refreshing grape drink Rosette...

Please please please continue to keep *MOLLY* , *AMBRO* and *CHLOE* in your purrrrs & purrayers. If you get a chance, it would mean a lot to me if you could visit their pages to send them some Well Wishes and treats. Thanks so much! We are always purrring fur those sick kitties and keeping them in our thoughts and purrayers. I hope the apples will help make them feel better!


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I Have A New Furiend With A BIG Heart Just Like Me!

Guess what? I have a new furiend on Catster who has the same Heart Disease that I do, Hypertrophic Cardiomapathy (HCM). Her name is *CHLOE*and she sent me such a sweet P-Mail and a Friends Invite! I just want her to to know that my meowmy and I are here fur Chloe if she needs us... She could use some Well Wishes and treats right now since she just got the upsetting news about her illness. I would also like to thank my dear furiend, *HUNTER* fur introducing us and fur his sweet P-Mail, as well. Catster has been so wonderful and supportive during my terminal illness and I just wanted to thank each of my furiends purrsonally fur being there every step of the way. I love all of you purrry much. Like Chloe and I say "We are special because we have such big hearts" and that, we do. Looking forward to my new furiendship with Ms Chloe.

Meowmy is off tomorrow and we're all excited because that means spending the day with us. She'll play with us, trim our nails and brush us so that we look really handsome. What a pawsome meowmy we have.

Have a wonderful night and before you know it, the weekend will be here!


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Mom Saved A Baby Grass Hopper!

Guess what??? Meowmy saved a baby Grass Hopper today! She was at her place of work and she was so worried that he would get trampled on so she scooped him up gently, placed him in a container and asked one of the workers to please place him outside where he would be safe. She was unable to leave the work place at that time. Thanks mom fur being so thoughtful to that little creature. Not too many people would have cared enough to actually pick him up... Mom is always stopping fur animals. Last year, there was a turtle in the middle of the road slowly crossing so she got out of her car and stopped the traffic until Mr Turtle crossed the street (busy street). She was afraid to pick him up just in case he was a snapper. He made it to the other side by a lake where he could be safe.

Nothing much has happened within the past few days but I wanted to write in my diary anyway. I am doing fine and continue to take my meds everyday. Mom says it looks like I gained more weight which always makes her happy.

Tomorrow, we are hoping fur nice day so that we can go strolling. We did stroll yesterday fur a short time and wow, was that nice, not to mention that went all by myself, although I prefer Snowmitts to be with me. We have decided to stroll Jaspurr by himself and last. As you all know, he hates t0 leave the stroller and gets a major cattitude when it's time to come out.

Hope every kitty and their families are having a pawsome summer... Almost over so make the best of what's left. We like the fall because that's purrfect strolling weather and we can have the windows open fur bird watching!

I would like to thank my dear furiend, *ELSA* fur the 2 beautiful pink Rosettes. OMC, I love the Picasso (Artist) "Harlequin" Rosette! Thanks again Elsa!


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My New Fluff Collar from Meowmy!

Isn't our new Fluff Collar beautiful! Today, mom and dad went to the CFA Cat Show in Philadelphia, PA and wow, they brought us back a pressie... The CFA Show is not as large as TICA, nor do they have as many toys. There were Mane Coons, Orientals, Persians, etc. Of course, there were some Ragdolls but not too many. Ragdolls are purry pawpular in the TICA Shows. Mom wasn't too impressed with the vendors things or the show but it was a day out fur them... They didn't stay too long but did enjoy looking at all of the different kitties. The only thing that they brought back was our Fluff Collar which we just love. She had so many purrty ones but one a few in our neck size. We're more like 11" Fluff Collar size. Thanks meowmy & daddy!

Another hot and humid day today so that meant NO strolling, again. When is this weather going to break? We'll be keeping our paws crossed that it will be cooler this week but we're not counting on it.

Hope every kitty had a wonderful weekend.


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Yaahooo... The Weekend Is Here!

Well, the rain has stopped but it's now so hot and humid and only getting worse this weekend. Mom has to work tomorrow and then she's going to dinner with her sister (Auntie Lillian). I think they're going to the Olive garden fur a nice pasta meal. Afterwards, they always stop at the mall, have coffee and yup, SHOP! Have fun meowmy & Auntie Lill.

Dad brought more of the food to the work to feed the Feral kitties. He didn't see the baby but did see some Adults. He also left them fresh water. They run away when they see humans but the importnt thing is that they have something to eat.

OMC, we made Fido, Boogie & Hondo catnip socks and guess what? Each of them put it on their main pic on their pages. How sweet was that. It brought such a big smile to meowmy's face, knowing how much her nephews enjoy their little pressies. Meowmy and the kitty family would like to also say thank you purrry much fur the lovely "thank you" Rosettes... You're more than welcome Fido, Boogie & Hondo! Please continue to purray fur our dear furiend, Hondo because he's still sneezing. Hopefully, the vet will give him something to help the sneezing? Usually, sneezing indicates a kitty cold and requires an antibiotic. It is so important that the others don't catch this if it is a kitty cold *hisses at the sneezies*

Oh, guess what? Mom & dad are suppose to go to a Cat Show on Sunday. It's the CFA show actually and there will be all kinds of different kitties and yup, toys! We are registered with TICA and really enjoy the TICA Cat Shows but they're only 2x a year in this area. Our breeder, Lisa also goes to those since she registers and shows her Ragdolls with TICA. Mom and dad will have fun at the CFA Show because there will be kitty cats, not to mention bring us home some fun pressies! Cats Rule... and so do mousies *giggles*

Have a great weekend everyone and try to stay cool!


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Pill Pocket Treats... NOT-ta!

Well, this morning mom gave me the Pill Pocket treat with my pills inside and guess what? I don't like those anymore. I can't taste the pills or anything but I'm just NOT fond of those chewy things. She tried twice and with the Kitty Kaviar. Mom even tried sticking a Pit's Pat in there and nope... wasn't happening. Well, looks like back to hand feeding my pills. Actually, i was purrrry good when she gave those to me today. Sorry mom but I don't want the Pill Pockets. Give me Pit'r pats, Greenies, Kitty Kaviar, Pit'r Pats and Goodlife treats *growls at the Pill Pockets*

We are purry worried about our furiend, *HONDO* fur he has been sneezing a whole bunch. The Vet would not give him meds and that is what we call a meanie Vet. Why wouldn't he give our Hondo Clavamox? Does he think that this infection is going away on it's own? I would make a better Vet than him and I never even went to Veterinary School *hisses at Hondo's Vet* Boy oh boy, as you can see, I've been doing a lot of hissing and growling today! We're purrrrring really hard fur you, pal.

Daddy didn't see the Ferals again, today. The food was gone but no sightings of the kitties. Hopefully, they're ok. We understand that they're purrry scared so I guess that's normal that they want to keep their distance.

I would like to wish my purry dear furiend, *LEO* a Happy 2nd Birthday. Hope you had a wonderful Birthday, buddy! We would also like to catgrats our other good furiend, *DEXTER* fur being Cat Of The Day. Now this is the bestest news that I have had all day (Leo & Dexter).

Thank you purry much, Andre & Co fur my delicious Birthday shrimpie Rosette... yummy in my tummy!


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OMC... Pit'r Pats Arrived Today!

First of all, I would like to tell you that I took all of my meds today, using the Pill Pocket treats (rolled in Kitty Kaviar)... following my Pit'r Pats of course! Mom put 3 of my 1/2 pills in the treat this morning and wow, I ate it. Then later on, I had to take my baby aspirin and Atenanol so she stuffed it in there and vavoom... it was in my belly! Not too long ago, I had my Lasix too and never even knew it was in the treat. She doesn't want to put too many because I may figure out what's going on. Today was a total of 7 pills and I did so well. She also groomed me and conditioned my fur with a special spray that smells like baby powder. Actually, we all were groomed and feel so soft. Mom had purchased a purry special de-matting comb fur me since I seem to mat more easily than the others and wow, you should see how beautiful I look and smell... But then again, mom always keeps up with our brushing. I tend to mat more easily because I drink so much water from the Lasix and when it gets on my fur, it mats immediately. She follows daily bushings with our metal comb and the cool rubber brush that Booger's & Co sent to us. The rubber brush feels so soothing after all that combing. I HATE the de-matter but mom says hat it must be done to keep me looking handsome and comfortable. My fur is purrrry thick!

I received a pawsome package today that was addressed to Kashmere and me and it was from our furiends, *FIDO & CO.*. Inside was a Pit's Pats fur me and beautiful pink & purple Hello Kitty stickers fur my sister, Kashmere. She was so excited because she never gets pressies in the mail, except from her guy, Bellsnickles. Thank you purrry much Fido & Co fur making our day so much fun... *blows kisses*

Tonight was also another fun and delicious surprise because meowmy and daddy went out to dinner and they ordered us our own appetizer of Gulf shrimp. Thanks so much... Love you!

As fur the Feral kitties, daddy didn't see them today at work but he did leave several dishes of food out fur them just in case they are hungry. Mom is worried of course but then again, they are Feral kitties and may be scared. Don't worry little kitties, daddy will look after you when he goes to work. As I had meowed before, they are purrry scared and skittish and run away with the slightest sound.

I would also like to send a purrry special catgrats our dear furind, *ASHLEY (needing prayers)* who is also Kashmere's boyfriend's brother, fur being chosen today's Diary pick! Enjoy your honor & celebration, Ashley. By the way, check out his new outfit!

Thanks Sock fur the refreshing watermelon Rosette... meow with you soon!



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Now Where Did Those Heart Pills Go?

This morning before daddy left fur work, he gave us our breakfast (5:00 am). Meowmy was still in bed snuggled with Cocoa. He stays with mom until she actually gets up... Always has been a big meowmy's boy.

When mom got up at about 9:00 am, she gave me a Pill Pocket treat, which I didn't eat it immediately until she put some Kitty Kaviar on it. Hummm... why didn't she give me the heart medication today by hand? Oh no, I think she hid the pills in the treat and I ate it. Could that really have been possible? I still have an Enapril & Lasix tonight but the other 3- 1/4 pills? I think that this may actually be successful! That wasn't the end of my treat because I got my favorite Pit'r Pats as well. She had promised me that if I eat the Pill Pocket treat that I'll also get my Pit'r Pats thereafter and she kept her promise! There is nothing like a Pit'r pat *giggles* and Kitty Kaviar.

Last night, I slept in my large condo bed with my beautiful Twilight bear that Auntie gave me. The words "Shining Stars are embroidered on his left foot in silver showing that he's an Authentic Shining Stars bear! There are even purrty silver stars on his right foot and in his ears. Can you believe that I have a Star named after me?!?! Wow did I enjoy cuddling with him all night because he's as soft as a cloud. Thanks again Auntie! You can read all about my Twilight in my previous Diary entry...

Mom has to work in a little bit and the weather has not given up at all. It has been raining since Sunday and so dreary. Mom wanted to stay in bed but that meanie place called "work" has her scheduled. Hissssssssss!

Please continue to keep my furiends, *WILLIE* and *MOLLY* in your thoughts, purrrs & purrayers... We have our purrrrrr machine set on HIGH!


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**UPDATE** I ate the Pill Pocket treat again, tonight but hummmm... meowmy didn't hand feed me the second dosage of pills??? Now where did they go? Taaa daaa... in my belly *giggles*

Daddy is doing a job where there are several wild feral kitties so meowmy bought several cases of food tonight fur daddy to take with him to feed them, along with a package of treats. Dad even stopped at the WaWa today to buy them some food as soon as he saw these guys /gals. He also gave them his ham sandwich. As soon as dad told meowmy, off she went to Petsmart. Thanks so much mom & dad fur caring about these wild kitties! They are purrry scared and skittish and run from daddy.

Thank you Molly fur the lovely white Rosette... She was also Diary of The Day, yesterday. Yaaaa fur Ms Molly! Please keep purrring fur her! I would also like to send out a purrry special thank you to Molly's Feral siblings, *MAGNIFICENT SEVEN* fur the beautiful Shiny thank you Star that they sent to my entire family. They wanted to let us know how grateful they are that we are watching over the Ferals where daddy is working... Daddy will be taking several food bowls tomorrow, along with food so that the they have something decent to eat from. We have plenty of food bowls to spare fur these little guys and gals.


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I Have A Star Named After Me From Auntie Sydney!

It has been raining all day and quite nippy. The humidity was over 90%! Meowmy had to work this morning until late this afternoon. She then decided to stop by Petsmart near work to try these treats that Booger's mom was telling mom about. They're called Pill Pockets and all you do is add the pill(s) into the treat pocket. As soon as meowmy came home, she noticed a package at the door and it was addressed to me. Before opening the package, she wanted to make sure that I would eat this new treat so she added a Lasix pill and gulp... I ate it but it took a few sniffs first. I didn't seem too enthused about the Salmon flavor which that was all they had so she wanted to make a quick run to Petsmart near us. That meant waiting a little while longer before opening my gift. These particular specialty treats also come in Chicken flavor... Well, in the home came meowmy with chicken Pill Pockets. She gave me a small taste of one and I seemed ok with it. Let's see how I do tomorrow with a few of the pills added? Shouldn't be too bad since my pills are small 1/4. She will give the baby aspirin by hand separately because she doesn't want me to turn against these treats. I hate the baby aspirin most and it's the largest of the pills. I only have to take it every 3rd day so what's every three days? Hummm.... enough fur me! Meowmy also had a bag of gifts fur us to give kitties fur special occasions. She always buys extra pressies and puts those away in the closet upstairs. Never know when we need to give a gift to that special kitty?

Now it was time to open my package after all the running around on meowmy's part... OMC, let me tell you about the pawsome gift which I received from my sweet *AUNTIE SYDNEY & AUNTIE EVA*. It's a beautiful blue Teddy Bear doll (color of my eyes) and it's called a "Shining Star" from the International Star Registry. The Bear doll comes with certificate which I name my new Star doll and we share a Star together. I have named my new Star "Twilight!" There was also a lovely note card enclosed which... "For our darling Cassi with all our love. You are our shining star. With all our love, Eva and Sydney." You can see my adorable Teddy Bear doll from the Shining Stars on my page. He will always shine brightly to help guide me... Now I have a Star named after me! Thank so much Auntie Sydney & Auntie Eva fur such a thoughtful gift. This has brought sunshine to such a rainy and gloomy day *blows kisses* I would also like to thank my Auntie Sydney fur the lovely blue Rosette!

A special catgrats to my furiend, Molly fur being Diary Of The Day. Please keep Ms Molly in your purrrrs & purrayers!


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Rain Rain And MORE Rain!

Today was raining all day, not to mention that we had no access to the computer! What in the cats is going on with this weird weather which has been affecting the internet connections. Booger's had the same problem fur 12 hours. Ours started at 6:00am when daddy tried to sign on and couldn't. We attempted all day but no luck until just recently.

As fur strolling... wasn't happening. The weather was not fur strolling today. We thank our lucky cats that it was nice yesterday so that we could get our strolls in. Meowmy did things around the home and then she and daddy went to the flooring place and ordered ceramic floor tiles fur the powder room, downstairs. Other than that, nothing much going on. Suppose to rain the next several days. Hisssssss!

I would like thank my sweet furiend, Willie fur the beautiful blue Rosette... We're purrring that you feel better, buddy! Please stop by to send *WILLIE* some Get Well Wishes... I 'd also like to send out my castgrats Hazel Lucy fur being Diary Of The Day and to Bailey Gray Cloud and Merlin (his brother) fur their Diary picks. Hope you had a pawsome day, celebrating. We would also lke to send out a special catgrats to Spot & Shakes on their wedding, today. So sorry that we missed it *wiped eyes*


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Yippeeeee... I Went Strolling Today!

Yaahooo daa dooo daa dooo! I went strolling today and had such a fun time with my bestest brother and pal, Snowmitts. Of course, my brother Jaspurr was nasty because when it came to coming in, fur he wanted no parts of that. He even began growling and hissing at meowmy and Aspen. Mom has decided that since Japsurr doesn't take leaving the stroller purrry well that he will have to wait last to stroll. You should have seen him and heard how mean and possessive he was getting, all because he hated to give up the stroller. Mom was on the phone with Auntie Sam (Booger's mom) and Auntie couldn't believe her ears with his carrying on! If you get a chance, please check out *JASPURR'S* Diary entry. Meowmy said that if it's nice out again tomorrow like it was today, we're going fur another stroll. Let's put our paws together and purray fur another pawtastic day, Sunday. Thanks so much meowmy fur taking us out today... Love you purrry much!

Please stop by to send some treats, well wishes, purrrs and purrayers to my furiend, *WILLIE*. He is having problems with going pee pee and is in the hospital. We have that Pee Purrr Machine turned on full blast! Also, my siblings and I would like to Catgrats Spot and Shakes on their upcoming wedding!


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Oh No... Is It Bad Luck or Good Luck Fur Mom?

This morning, meowmy had to be in work at 10:00am. It wasn't a bad day fur her up until she was leaving work. On her way to the SUV, she had a horrible thing happen and they say it's good luck but mom says it's BAD luck. Are you ready fur this?!?! A seagull went poopie on meowmy's hair and she was not a happy camper! She ran back into work and washed it the best she could in the ladies room with hand soap and at the same time, getting all grossed out. People tend to feed these birds in the parking lot and that keeps them hanging around. Well, she couldn't wait to get home and take a long HOT shower and scrub her head several times with Neutrogena deep cleansing shampoo. Then she used her regular Nexxus Phyto Organics Nutrient shampoo & conditioner. She must have washed her hair about 5 times *giggles* Poor meowmy. Now they say that it's good luck if a birdie goes poopie on ones head but is it? Mom said that it was bad luck fur her but good luck fur the Seagull. She was talking to Auntie Sam about this on the phone. Of course, they had to laugh afterwards. When meowmy told dad, he did the same thing... laugh. Dad decided to take her out to have a nice Italian dinner. Think he felt badly about what happened even though he did giggle. Bad daddy!

We have been getting purry bad storms off and on because of this excessive heat spell. We just had a few and now another is coming. I could hear the boooming thunder. After my Diary Entry is written, mom will be unplugging her Laptop & Desktop computers. It is suppose to get a bit cooler this weekend (mid 70's) so that means STROLLING!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Yaahooo Da Doooo Da Doooo! We haven't been strolling fur several months... many months, actually!

I would like to thank my dear Auntie Sydney fur the lovely shiny Star and purrty pink Rosette and to her brother, Wally fur the delicious shrimpie. That was so thoughtful of them *blows kisses* Thanks again!

Hope every kitty is staying cool in the awful heat. Please make sure that your pawrents keep all of you nice and comfortable indoors! We're not allowed out anyway unless we're going strolling. If you don't have a Drinkwell Fountain, meow to meowmy to put some ice cubes in your water bowl several times a day when you change the water. We have the Drinkwell Platinum which refilters the water and keeps it fresh as well as cool, as all Fountains do. Hondo likes to bathe in his *giggles*


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Exactly THREE Months!

Today is exactly three months since my last Cardiology appointment (May 15th) which was also meowmy's Birthday. The Cardiologist did not expect me to make it fur my 1st Birthday but with the love, purrrrrs & purrayers from my family and furiends, I'm still here... and we can't furget that yuukkkky medication that I take everyday *shakes head* As you may have read in my last Diary Entry, I didn't have to go to the Cardiologist this week as planned. When meowmy called earlier in reference to the 3-6 month reschedule & progress, they decided to keep it at 6 months. This is a purrrrrry stressful visit fur me and it's important to keep me as stress-free as possible. My breathing has been much better than before (mom checks several times daily) and I am eating lots and playing with my siblings & mousies. That is always a positive sign.

Today is also my bestie, *FIDO'S*1st year Annifursary with his family as well as on Caster. Please stop by to send him some treats and catgrats.

We are purrry sad to learn that our dear furiend, *MOLLY* is purrrry ill and needs lots of purrrrs and purrayers. It would mean a great deal if you would kindly stop by her page to send her Get Well Wishes... Thank you so much!

I would also like to send a special thanks to my beautiful family fur the Red Healing Rosette and to my furiends, Hunter & Family for the delicious Shrimpie Rosette and to my other lovely furiends, Karma Kitty & Family fur their scrumptious Shrimpie. yummmmmy in my tummy... Love you!


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Yaaaa... NO Cardiology Appointment This Week!

Yippeeeee doodles and more doodles! Guess what??? I don't have to go to the Cardiologist this week! My last visit, the doctor said to reschedule in 3-6 months, depending on how I'm doing, especially with my breathing pattern. Mom has been counting everyday and my breathing has been much better since the last time (3 months ago), especially with my new meds. I was also in heart failure during my last visit. Well, when mom called in reference to the 3-6 month re-check time frame and explained my present progress. They said that my breathing per minute sounds to be good and that since I'm playing, eating and not losing weight that it doesn't sound necessary have to come in as planned fur the 3 month check-up. If by any chance, there is a change and mom has to bring me in and doc will take me immediately. She is so excited that I don't have to go there and so am I! It's purrry stressful fur me, as the Dr knows as well and I hate when they hook me up with all of those funny things that make my fur all sticky and full of knots. The less stress on me, the better and it's extremely stressful going to the Cardiologist, especially. Doc's main concern is rapid breathing exceeding the normal intake outtake breaths per minute along with loss of appetite and activity. With this disease as severe as it is, there is only so much that can be done and all we want is fur me to be comfortable. As you all know, I am on enough meds as it is. Let's keep our paws crossed that I continue to do as well as I can and when I go back within 3 months and that I'll get a good report... I will continue to fight as hard and as long as I can and your love & furiendship has helped me through this *wipes eyes* I will never get better but I will never give up and neither will my family and furiends. Thank you and I love all of you so so much! The Cardiologist says that I'm a true fighter! If he could only see my mousies. Mom is always keeping a purrry close eye on me and Dr Miller also has his own hospital, not including the one that I have been going to that is open 24/7 just fur Cardiology patients like me. There is also the University Of Penn Hospital fur emergencies and they have their own Cardiology Unit that includes oxygen care, etc. Mom did mention that when Cocoa goes in to see our regular vet, Dr Wray to have his heart checked (also has Cardiomyopathy) that she may bring me in fur a check-up as well. If need be, Dr Wray could always have a chest X-Ray taken and we would then take it from there. That's how they found my heart problem to begin with.

Today we also receive a cute card and it was from our besties, Hondo, Fido, Boogie & Auntie Sam! The card has our favorite pic of *BOOGIE & FIDO* on it (the same pic that mom made Auntie Sam's shirt from). That wasn't it... inside was a pawsome lock of *HONDO'S* fur and wow, it is soooo soft and how we love it! Thanks Hondo & Family fur the fun mail!

Have you noticed the white mousie on my page? Look closely... he is missing a tail. Oh where oh where did that little mousies tail go? *clears throat and giggles* I bit if off! Hip hip hurray fur another Mousie Creation made by the one and only ME! I also have the latest news... I have become a major daddy's boy! Yup, when daddy comes home from work and sits on the sofa, there I am cuddling. I love my meowmy purrry much as well and will snuggle with her in bed at night, but I know that daddy doesn't give those meanie pills. Sorry mom but it's true!

I would also like to thank the following kitties fur their beautiful Rosettes:
Rufus, Vincent, Pywackett & Family and Fido & Family. This means so much to me and has brightened my day...



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It's The One Year Annifursary In Super Strollers!

Today, meowmy had to work but as soon as she got home, daddy had all kinds of yummmy things ready fur a BBQ! She loves her "Hebrew National" Beef hot dogs (that's the only hot dog that she really likes) and on a wheat bun, of course. Daddy made us a juicy hamburger and even shared some of his steak with us. Snowmitts had some corn which meowmy took off of the cob since he loves corn and mashed potatoes. I think he thinks he may be a human???

Today was the One Year Annifursary with Super Strollers and this is such a pawsome Group. Our purrry own lovely*ROCKY ANN* was the kitty who created Super Strollers (SS) and we are so grateful to be part of it. We had our big 1st year Annifursary with Super Strollers, this evening and it was a 1/2 hour pawty but holy cats did that 1/2 hour stroll by quickly. Unfortunately, not as many kitties had shown up as I would have liked but those that did had a wonderful time (only a handful). My mousie bestie, Fido & I even won the stroll race together. I decided to jump into his stroller last minute and there we were winning the race. Great job, Fido! Thanks again Rocky Ann fur having such a pawsome and fun pawty! As you know, we love to go strolling, but the weather has been so hot and humid that all we could do is just sit in our strollers here in the cool home. As soon as it's cooler weather again, meowmy is taking us out fur a long adventure in our AT3 Stroller! As you know, we love to go strolling, but the weather has been so hot and humid that all we could do is just sit in our strollers here in the cool home. As soon as it's cooler weather again, meowmy is taking us out fur a long adventure in our AT3 Stroller!

Thanks so much Anonymous Rosette sender fur the sweet SS Rosette! We have a feeing who the thoughtful kitty is... Rocky Ann!


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There's A Nice Breeze Tonight!

Yahoooo Da Dooo Da Dooooo! It has gotten a lot cooler out this evening so meowmy decided to shut off the central air and open the windows. Of course, I'm napping in the Master Bedroom window, taking in this beautiful weather. All we hear are the trees blowing and an Owl. Yup, you heard correctly, there is an Owl hooting. Hummm... Have I found a new furiend? I wonder where he came from? If it's not a Turkey, it's an Owl *giggles* Meowmy is going to search again tomorrow fur Mr Turkey. It really doesn't look promising at this point that he's still with us but she wants to search anyway, as she has been everyday. Thanks to all of my furiends who have sent me P-Mails, showing their concern fur my special November furiend, Mr Turkey. He will always be purrry special to all of us and sadly missed *wipes tear*

Catgrats to my handsome brother, *ASPEN *fur being chosen today's Diary Of The Day! What a pawsome honor and we are all so proud of him. Way to write, Aspey! Mom & dad went out to dinner tonight and was going to bring us back her leftovers, stuffed Flounder with crab meat, but she left it on the table. Daddy ate all of his steak... hummmmm? By the time she discovered that she had furgotten it, they were half way home. Daddy was willing to go all the way back but meowmy told him that she'll make something special fur us, tomorrrow. The traffic was getting heavy with people heading down the shore fur the weekend.

Hope everyone has a great weekend and please stay cool!!!!! Hey, we're going strolling tomorrow if it stays this nice.


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Another Hot & Humid Day!

Not much happened today... First of all, it was so hot and humid out and that means no strolling fur us Raggies! We have not yet had a cool down spell but we're waiting fur it... When? Have no idea! Meowmy had to work and then afterwards, she and daddy went grocery shopping. By the time they had dinner, shopped and came home, it was well after 9:00 pm. They usually shop 6:00 am on Sunday mornings but since they were busy with the floors this past weekend, Sunday was out of the question.

Meowmy has been searching fur my Turkey furiend but still no luck. We are really discouraged that he will be returning. Unfortunately, meowmy can't help but to think the worst but will still keep an eye out fur him just in case our purayer are answered.

OMC, I received several Stars & Rosettes today and that always makes my day brighter. Thanks so much Maggie May and KiKi & Sammie fur the beautiful shiny Stars. As we all know, little *MAGGIE MAY*will be going to her new adopted home purrry soon!

Rosettes: Thank you Maggie May fur the shrimp, Simba (2 Rosies) fur the steak & shrimp and to Auntie Sydney fur shrimp. They were all purrry delicious!


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Holy Kittens... We Have Land N Sea Rosettes!

Today was meowmy's first day back to work, which we hated to see her leave. When she came home, Gary the floor man (really nice and loves us) had to finish the last touches on the floor. Daddy had so much trash out and meowmy was like "oh my heavens!" She knew there was a lot which we had to keep in the garage until the day before trash day. Those who put their trash out early will get a fine from the association. Can not go out before 4:00 pm the night before! Mom still had a lot of things to do and is still organizing but needed a small break. Still taking some trash out. We also put our new dining room set in this evening. We didn't want to do that until the floors were complete since the home would be disturbed during the installation.

Yahoooo Da Dooo... have you seen? Catster was so cool and gave us shrimpie & steak Rosettes. I would like to thank Fido fur my first delicious juicy steak Rosette. That was yummmy in my tummmy!

Meowmy has to get back to straightening up and putting things back in their place. Will take a few more hours and then beddie fur her. She's so tired but wants to get this done tonight. She will never leave things a mess before going to bed... not even a dish in the sink.

Thanks Catster fur the pawsome & yummmyRosettes!


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Finally Free From The Bedroom!

Today, our floor guy, Gary finally finished the floors... These last two days, mom got up at 6:00am. She had to put everything back in it's place, which took all day! Yaaaa, now we can walk around again. Meowmy kept us upstairs while the work was being done fur well over 24 hours. There was a lot of noise, not to mention the door constantly being opened and closed so she wanted to keep all 6 of us safe! I love the hardwood floors because the mousies slide a lot better. Ready... set... weeeeeeeeeeee!

I would like to thank Sock, Adam and Sabrina fur their lovely Rosettes, today. We have several celebrations taking place, as well... It's Sabrina's 1st year Annfursary on Catster. Sabrina was one of our first furiends when we joined Catster! Also, catgrats to Vincent & Tigress on their Wedding today and may they have a wonderful and Happy life together. Vincent's sister, Amelia is ill so please keep her in your thoughts, purrrs and purrayers. Maggie May was chosen today's Diary Pick... Yaaaaa fur little Maggie May. As you know, she is staying with Sock & Troop until she is ready to go home to her new pawrents next week.

Still no signs of Mr Turkey but mom will keep searching, although we are not getting a good feeling *wipes tear*


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What A Busy Saturday!

Today was quite a unique day fur all of us here at home. Meowmy and daddy finally got the hardwood floors installed and it took from 8:00am-6:00pm (kitchen & foyer). Meowmy has us upstaris because we can't walk on the floors until tomorrow (must sit fur 24 hours). We don't mind being with meowmy and daddy... they always tell us that there's enough room fur everyone. Tomorrow, Gary is coming back to finish the wood trim. Hopefully, it won't be as noisy. Mom and dad got up at 6:00am this morning so you know that they must be tired. Meowmy took a small nap this evening but that wasn't long enough so she says. Tomorrow will be a busy day putting everything back in order.

Mom spent another hot day, looking fur Mr Turkey but no luck again??? She will not give up her search, although it doesn't look like we'll ver see my feathered furiend again. Please keep purraying that he's ok.

Today is my furiend, *KIKI'S* 12th Birthday. Happy Birthday buddy and many more Happy & Healthy Birthdays to come. Love ya!

I would like to send a purrry special thank you to Karma Kitty fur the beautiful Star and to Sock fur nice Rosettes... Please continue to keep *KARMA KITTY'S*meowmy in your purrrrs & purrays.


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Update On Mr Turkey & Family!

This morning, meowmy was out searching fur our Turkey furiend and his family by foot & car, but unfortunately, no sightings of them. She was speaking with our nice neighbor a few doors down and she said that she saw the mommy Turkey with her babies... minus 2 babies. Oh no, where did they go? The important thing is that the mom is ok and she is with her babies. Let's hope that the missing 2 babies are ok? Well, nobody has seen Mr Turkey, although several neighbors are concerned. Meowmy put some more bread out this morning, in hopes that maybe... just maybe he'll return and that he hasn't gone to Turkey Rainbow Bridge. Mom feels better that a few people are concerned and have been looking to see if they could find him. This is interesting because it's so rare to see Turkey's in the summer months, especially in a residential area of homes. We really have grown fond of them... I even wanted him to come to my B-day pawty but meowmy said "NO" and no it was! He really was a cutie and mom enjoyed watching him take strolls just as we did. He wasn't nasty or anything. One time when mom did get kinda close, he gobbled and strutted towards her and she of course ran like the dickens. He was just protecting his family, I'm sure. When she took another pic, last Friday, he was fine with that. Actually, maybe because he was by himself. We are not giving up hope yet even though it's not looking good. My family doesn't believe in giving up so we will not do so on Mr Turkey.

Meowmy's last day of vacation is tomorrow *wipes eyes* We loved having her around all the time but now she has to go back to that meanie place called work on Monday. That's ok, she's only part time which is a plus *giggles* When meowmy and daddy came home from work tonight, there were 4 mousies in their bed. Hummmm??? How did hey get there and who drop those of. It's was me... like you didn't know? Now that's what i call "mousie love!"

Please say a special purrayer fur *KARMA KITTY'S* meowmy and be sure to stop by her page and send her some healing purrrrs because she really needs those right now. Get well soon Karma Kitty's meowmy xoxo


Thank you McGregor and Buddie (doing much better) fur the thoughtful Rosettes... So many sweet kitties here on Catster.


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I Am Purrry Sad Fur My Furiend, Mr Turkey!

I am purrry sad today, as well as meowmy. When daddy came home from work, he had asked meowmy if she has seen Mr Turkey? Her response was "no... why?" He had told mom what Bruce (daddy's furiend who takes turns with driving into work) said that a few days ago he saw a turkey on the side of the road which had been hit. At first he didn't want to say anything to meowmy, knowing how it would upset her but he wanted to know whether or not she has seen him within a few days. Mom was so upset and you could see her eyes water. She immediately ran out back in this horrible heat (98 degrees), looking fur Mr Turkey fur about a 1/2 hour and even calling him and his family. Daddy is worried that if was the mom which was hit, her babies will no longer have their mommy. We will purray really hard tonight that it wasn't our Mr Turkey or his family. Maybe Bruce saw a large bird or something and not our November furiend? We're now grasping at straws. The last time mom saw Mr Turkey was last Friday when she was picking up my B-day cake. He was standing on my neighbors grass. We would even leave bread out fur him and his family. There are no busy streets in my development but up further out of the development is a rather busy street. That is where Bruce saw him. Mr Turkey didn't bother anyone and he would just stroll along, minding his own business. Sometimes he'd be with his wife and sometimes just by himself. We grew to really like him and thought he was so cool just strutting along the back area of the homes. Please keep your paws crossed that he's ok and will visit again. Mom will search again tomorrow in the area when it's light outside. It doesn't look too promising since we haven't seen him fur a week now.

OMC, have you seen the cute POOH Banner that my dear furiend, *SAMOA* made fur me? That was so sweet and thoughtful of her! Thanks again, Samoa *chases a mousie*

I would like to thank the following kitties fur their lovely Rosettes:
Fido thank you), Rocky Ann (thank you), Mugsy (B-day) and Max (B-day)

Thank you Gizmo fur the beautiful shiny B-day Star!

Please Mr Turkey, be safe and well *wipes tears*


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What A Furr-filled Day!

This morning when we signed onto the computer, there was a P-Mail from my RFG and come to find out, I am the RFG July Birthday winner. OMC, I am so excited. I also got a beautiful Star from Suede, our admin as well as Rosette from Pooky who is also the RFG admin. Thanks so much fur this pawsome honor *chases tail*

Meowy had a few errands to run and when she returned, there was a package at the front door and it was from my dear furiends from New Jersey, *SAMMIE & KIKI*. We opened the box and enclosed was a cute kitty card with a sweet B-day message. The gifts were wrapped in green tissue with a purrty green ribbon to match. OMC, There was also an adorable Blue Birthday Beanie and a package of 3 mousies. This was purrry thoughtful of Sammie & KiKi and it means so much to me. My motto is... "One can never have too many mousies" and I even have a wicker toy box fur just my mousies. Mom also received 2 nice thank you cards... one from Rocky Ann's mom and the other from Ollie's mom. Thanks Auntie Judy and Auntie Jenn.

I did something incredible... I caught Mr. fly in midair, chewed him and spit him out! Daddy tried getting him, as well as my siblings but nobody was successful like me *pats self on head* Daddy yelled down to mom "guess what... Cassi caught the fly in midair and killed it!" He was laughing and then said to me "good boy, baby boy." Wow, I'm now a hero in my home. Auntie Sydney was so proud of me that she even sent me a shiny Star and wrote it in her diary *giggles* If anyone has a problem with a fly, you know who to call... Mr Fly catcher himself, Cassi!

Later in the evening, meowmy decided to stop by Joann Fabrics to get some more crafty things??? As you all know, she got a new electronic sewing machine and now she's becoming Ms Crafty. Oh boy????????????? I have been helping her make a few projects which actually, I'm not too bad. Hey, between being crafty and catching flies, that's not too shabby.


I would like to thank the following kitties fur my lovely Stars, today: King Suede (catgrats), Murray (B-day) and Sydney (Proud).

Thank you to the following kitties fur their purrty Rosettes: Hunter (B-day), Munky (B-day), Pooky (catgrats), Cali & Leo (B-day).

Sending another thanks to Fido fur making me a Pooh background... it's so cute and you know how I love mousies and Pooh!


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I Am Officially ONE Year Old, Today!

OMC, can you believe that I am now ONE year old?!?! Most of us were all doubtful, including my Cardiologist that I would make it because of my severe illness with Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy but I have proven otherwise. Thanks to all of your purrrrs, purrayers and ummm... yes, that horrible medication. I was so excited because my dear furiends threw me the most pawsome Birthday pawty that I will never furget!

When I first signed onto the computer this morning, there were so many wonderful furiends who sent me Stars, Rosettes & P-Mails. I also received a deposit of cool Birthday Zealies from each family, *VIOLET* and *GIMME* What a thoughtful idea... thanks so much! You should see my page... It's so purrty that it makes me feel like a Movie Star

Fur my B-day, meowmy & daddy gave me a Pooh card and inside was a Petsmart Gift Card fur $50.00. Now I can tell mom what I want *giggles* Thanks meowmy and daddy fur the pawsome B-day pressie and of course, fur my POOH cake.

A little later on, there was a knock on the door and it was one of my favorite humans, Mr Postie! I received a package, which meowmy had to sign fur and it was from my *AUNTIE SYDNEY*. Enclosed were 28 mousies of all colors and they were nicely packed in a beautiful blue sachet pouch. There was also a cute Pooh card with the nicest saying inside. Wow, purr-fect timing to arrive on my special day... Thanks purrry much Auntie! Also, thanks so much fur all of the daily B-day Countdown Rosettes. Auntie sent one to me everyday since June 30th up until my lovely Star on my B-day.

Not long after, there was a knock on the door and it was my Auntie Patti and she had a gift baggie fur ME! There were all kinds of fun things in there, including a cute card, Pit'r Pat treats, mousies, a Morris catnip pillow, catnip Mermaid, Morris play balls. and Fancy Feast kitty food... The gift bag even has a hanging mousie keyring fur my stroller.Yummmmy! We love you Auntie. Guess what? She even visits our pages on Catster!


I would like to thank the following kitties fur their lovely Stars & Rosettes...

STARS: My Family (Snowmitts & Co), Rocky Ann, Simba & Family, Fido & Family, Sock & Troop, Gimme & Family, Violet & Family, Aunie Sydney, Buddie (doing much better), Sophie & Family Molly & Family, Hannah & Family, Grover & Dexter, Loki & Family, Blue & Family, Mercy & Family, Smudge & Family, Pooky & Family, Ripley & Gang, Wiggy & Family and Princess & Family. Princess looks just like Jaspurr!


ROSETTES: MinME & Family, TICK & Family, Zoe & Family, Nestle & Family, Elisa & Family, TICK & Family, Sammie, KiKi, Karma Kitty & Family, Calvin & Family, Lucy & Family, Hazel Lucy, Oly & Family, Wally & Family, Honey & Family, Honey P Sunshine & Family, KC & Family, Maya, Stipey, Amelia, Vincent, Hugo in loving memory), Boudin & Tigger, Cleo & Sabrina, Martin & Family, Mouse & Family, Jason Hopper & Family, Wallaby & Family, River & Family, Riley & Jasper, Tigress & Family, Martin & Family, Hunter, Baby (in loving memory) & Family, Mocha & Family, Ashley (needing prayers), Gremlin, Rue Rue, Patches & Family, Kahi Lei & Family, Sampson Silver Dollar & Family, Suede & Family, Vanessa & Family, Auntie Sydney and Gracie & Family.


Thank you to the following kitties fur attending my 1st B-day Pawty and sharing my special celebration with me:

Snowmitts, Cocoa, Jaspur, Aspen, Kashmere, Fido, Booges, Hondo, Rocky Ann, Simba, Auntie Sydney, Wally, Alfie, Nikki (forever in my heart), Sock, Cinderella, Awnee, Ashlye, Simi, Jinx, Maggie May (adopted), Bella, Jason Hopper, Simon, Biscuit (Angel), Black Jack (Angel), Simba, Tick, Sammie, KiKi, Harry, Tigger, Baily Gray Cloud, Violet, Calvin, Samoa, Oly, Mercy, Rico, (Angel), Rusty, Annie, Stipey, Maya, Honey, KC, Captain, Wallaby, Molly, River, Dexter, Mag 7 Alice (in living memory), Elsa, Toby-Too, Jefke, Wallaby (Angel), Taz, Gimli, Alex, Bugsy, Blue, Sawyer, Grover, Dexter (CK Dexter Haven), Vincent, Amelia, Pansy, Dr Francis A Sinatracat, Sullivan, Ashley, Smudge, Bob, Hunter, Boudin, Millie (in living memory), Olivia Newton John, Honey P Sunshine, Patches, Loki, Pooky, Tommy (in loving memory), Pumpkin (in loving memory), Buddie (doing much better), McKenna, Busby Renee, Sam (in loving memory, Buffy Fledermaus, Cleo, Sabrina, Pixel, Colleen, Buttons, Grover, Sampson Silver Dollar, Merlin, Scooter, Nikko, Bella, Raymond Maxpower, Alex, Camille Rose, Ashley (needing prayers), Bellz, Rue Rue, Gremlin, Mercy, Gimme, Ele, Ambro, Alex Finnegan, Lucky Boo, Ripley, Tapperary, Pooky, Rufus, N'Bikay, Andre, Murray, Miles and Allie. Now that what I call a PAWTY!

This was such a wonderful 1st Birthday fur me and it meant so much to my family and me... You are the bestest and I love each of you purrrry much. Guess what... POOH & Friends were there and yes, I fainted with all of the excitement! Thank goodness fur the catnip mousies to help wake me up *giggles*


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My 1st Birthday is Almost Here!

Yahoooo Da Doooo Da Dooooo... my 1st Birthday is less than a 1/2 hour away (EST). Meowmy wants to stay up to give me a big kissie. My family and I are so excited to be celebrating this purrry special day with them as well as with my dear furiends here on Catster. My Cardiologist wasn't expecting me to make it, which my last appointment was in May. I have been such a trooper and I take my heart medication everyday, which I hate but it has to be done mom says. Later in the afternoon, a few furiends of mom's will be stopping by (including my Auntie Patti who is our critter sitter, too). She and mom have been furiends fur 18 years! Meowmy even has my Winnie the Pooh cake all ready along with a B-day card and a small envelope inside of that. I saw her put it in there today *giggles* Mom would make a terrible detective!

As you all know, meowmy had gotten a new computerized sewing machine so she's been playing around, making little things. She has never used one before so this is all new to her. Well, she was quite crafty and made lots of Catnip pillows and donated several to the Animal Shelter. We thought that was so sweet of her and purrry thoughtful Her exact words were "those kitties need toys, too!" She is always donating at the register when she goes to Petsmart, as well as purchasing extra food to give back to them fur the Adoption Center. Thanks meowmy fur thinking of those who need the extra love...

It was raining of and on today and then later in the evening, we had gotten some severe storms. Then of course, the Direct TV went out because of the weather. Daddy was watching cartoons at that time... silly daddy and his cartoons.

I am purrry grateful to my family and furiends fur celebrating my Birthday with me, tomorrow. Please feel free to stop by my "all day party" and play mousies with me. The more, the merrier

Thanks Auntie Sydney, Orvis, Rusty & Biscuit (angel kitty) fur your lovely Rosettes. I did get an anonymous one that may be from Simba. We all know Simba and her "glomps!" Please let me know who sent my anonymous Rosette so that I can pursonally thank you other than in my diary! Also, thank you Fido (my mousie bestie) fur starting my Birthday Pawty Thread fur me...


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I Received A Package From Ashley (needing prayers)!

This morning, meowmy and daddy got up purry early and mom decided to treat daddy to breakfast. Awwww... how sweet was that! After they returned back home, mom had some things to do around the home.

Later in the morning, the doorbell rang and it was... NO, it wasn't the visiting Turkey but instead, Mr Postman with a B-day package fur me and it was from my dear furiends, *ASHLEY & FAMILY*. They even wrote Happy Birthday on the box. I knew it was fur me right away because mom called my name. Of course, there I was right by her feet, waiting to open my package. Wow, wait until you hear the wonderful things I received. First, there was a really cute B-day card with the sweetest message inside. The first one I opened was a gorgeous handmade book with ribbons on the edges and little handmade letters on the front spelling "POOH!" Inside of each page are the Pooh characters all handmade and glued on the pages. On the opposite side are black pages so that I can write all about my B-day. The pages are also made of small paper bags (like an envelope) and in those, I can put special photos and stuff. There was also a note card of Ashley in one of the pouches. Each pouch has little handmade decorations that slide out. I have never seen anything like this before and I can't wait to write about my B-day! I also received a lovely blue Birthday Beanie Baby and he's even wearing a B-day hat. There was also a cute candle with Pooh Bear holding a 1, which I don't want to burn only because it's going in my keepsake box so that I can always have it. Wait, that's not all kitties... I got 3 orange ping pong balls which are great fur batting around and a white mousie! Yup, a mousie was in the box and I must admit that was the first thing I ventured to. I'm sure you're not surprised *giggles* Thanks so much Ashley, Bellz, Rue Rue, Gremlin, Angus, Auntie & Uncle fur making my 1st B-day so special...

I would also like to thank Auntie Sydney fur her daily B-day Countdown Rosette and to Rusty & Family, Elsa & Family and Scooter & Nikko fur their lovely Rosettes. That always makes me smile when I see my page looking so purrty with Stars and Rosettes. Sending you kitty kisses...

Today, *PHOEBE* was chosen Daily Diary Pick so please stop by her page to catgrats her and give her lots of treats.

Only TWO more days until I turn the Big ONE!


**PHOTO'S TO BE POSTED SHORTLY**


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Stupid Meanie Network Updates Yesterday 7/27/07)!

Yesterday was just a terrible day fur meowmy and me because we couldn't get onto the computer. What the cats was going on??? Verizon was doing their updates and it affected the entire surrounding areas. I couldn't even send out Catgrats wishes to my furiend, Calvin fur his Dairy pick or to Gordy & Dutchess fur their Birthday's. So sorry... Thankfully, everything is back to normal and I was able to send my wishes out to them. Unfortunately, that doesn't help yesterday *wipes eyes* Better late than NEVER!

Earlier in the morning, meowmy picked up my Birthday cake and it's a Pooh Theme! Yaaaaaa fur Pooh and Gang. Ginny always does such a pawsome job with our cakes and she was so excited tat I'll be celebrating my 1st birthday.

You will never believe this one... As meowmy was opening the front door yesterday morning to pick up my cake (around 10:30 am), guess who was at the door? Bet you can't guess *giggles* It was Mr Tom Turkey but he was by himself this time. His Turkey wife, Mrs Tom and the baby Toms must have been sleeping or something? Mom couldn't believe what her big green eyes were seeing. Her exact words were "holy cow, the Turkey is here!" She then decided to leave through the garage with caution. The opening of the garage door must have scared him some because he then moved over to our neighbors front lawn. Mom had to take a pic of him with her cell phone. We are concerned that Tom Turkey may wonder onto a road and get hit or something so meowmy decided to put bread out back to encourage him not to wonder onto any busy streets. Shhhh... don't tell daddy that we're feeding him bread! We grew to really like this Turkey family and we would be so upset if something were to happen to him. He'll disappear and the re-appear about a month later but this time, it was within a day. I really think that he knows about my B-day pawty and wants to come join the celebration! Think so?

I would like to thank the following kitties fur my lovely Rosettes... Auntie Sydney fur her B-day Countdown Rosette and to Alex & Family and Milo & Family fur their thoughtful B-day Rosettes.


** Only TWO more days until my 1st Birthday**



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Today I Received FOUR B-day Presents!

Holy kittens, I had such a busy day today but it was a fun day! Meowmy is now officially on vacation so she spent the entire day with all of us. The morning was rather quiet but as the afternoon arrived, i was a busy bee, along with mom. I received 4 packages today from Mr Postie and 3 of those were boxes.

Let me tell you all about my wonderful pressies from my pawsome furiends. I will go in order as I opened those.

My FIRST package was from my mousie bestie, *FIDO & CO.* which was in a brown padded envelope. Enclosed was a really cute B-day card along with the coolest gifts. I got kitty catnip bubbles and wow, was I interested in those when meowmy was blowing bubbles. One even landed on my nose *giggles* I also received a catnip fishie with feathers that they rubbed their fur all over so that the scent would travel to me. I also got hese really neat Petmate Cat Crazies plastic rings that I can carry around just like I do my mousies. They surely kept me amused.

My SECOND box was from *BUDDIE (doing much better) & FAMILY*. The presents were all wrapped beautifully in yellow tissue and curly ribbons. They gave me a gorgeous handmade card that they made fro the computer with a kitty on the front and all of their pics printed inside. That was so sweet. I also received 2- Cats With An Attitude refillable catnip plush toys (a duckie and a carrot), My Goldfish Wish Book which meowmy will read to me and a beautiful pewter frame fur mom with a pic of me. How cute is that. Meowmy just smiled and held the frame close to her heart. She now has it on her nightstand so that she can be close to me all night long, every night! Thanks again Buddie & Family.

My THIRD package was from my little furiend, *SOCK & TROOP* and it came from one of my favorite places called "Plain Brown Tabby!" I received a really lovely Kitten Follier Gift Basket with all kinds of goodies inside wrapped in decorative B-day wrap and a green bow. The basket contained 2-cans of delicious Kitty Kaviar, Wildside Salmon, 1-Rosie Rat, 3-Kirby Sticks, 3- Two Tone Furry Mice, 3- Kitty Puffs, 2-Mini Crinkle Balls and a Kittybird. There was also a nice note card enclosed.

My FOURTH box which arrived about a 1/2 hour later was from *SIMBA & FAMILY*. The package came from a place called "Gracefully Refined Gift Basket Co. Simba had ordered this gift about 2 weeks ago and it finally got to me today. Inside was a really purrty metal basket wrapped nicely with a white bow. In the basket was a package of treat mix to make my own treats and the cookie cutter is of a fishie. It is so cool and I can't wait to have meowmy help me bake kitty treats. Yummmy in my tummmmy! It's called "Treats For A Good Kitty." There was also Cosmic Catnip Grass, which I love and a cute pink furry toy on a string. Simba also gave me the gigantic scratcher Mousie which I received yesterday from Dr.'s Foster & Smith. You can see my body guard mousie on my page. Now that's what you call a MOUSIE!

I also received a cute 1st B-day card with a greenish-blue caterpillar on the front from my dear furiends,*SAMOA & FAMILY* The caterpillar is actually a magnet which can be removed but I chose to keep it on there fur my special Catster keepsake box.

Thanks so much Fido, Buddie, Sock & Simba fur your wonderful gifts and fur making my first B-day the bestest ever and fur being such special furiends. I love you purrrry much!

I would like to thank Wally fur the Birthday Countdown Rosette on behalf of Auntie Sydney. Auntie was missing but with all of our purrrs and purrayers, has been found... Also, thanks River, Murray, SMUDGE, Buddie (doing much better) and Bellz fur your nice Rosettes.

Thanks Catster fur the coolest drinkie Rosettes! Hummm.... beachballs, watermelons and drinks? Sounds like fun in the sun to me. Hope you're all having a pawsome Summer.


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I Received TWO B-Day Pressies, Today!

Meowmy had to go into work early this morning and as soon as she clocked in, her manager, Nancy handed her a gift bag. mom said " what's this?" Nancy replied "this is fur baby's Birthday. OMC, she couldn't believe it and gave Nancy a big hug. As you all remember, I first got my bad heart diagnosis in February of this year and Nancy was so kind to replace mom's hours that entire week because she was too upset to work. Nancy is also a lover of all animals just like meowmy and has a lot of land with lots of animals including doggies, kitties, birds, horses and a lamb named Barbara Gertrude. I think she named it after my meowmy *giggles* Barbara Gertude was an animal rescue as well as the horses. This goes to show what a wonderful person my Auntie Nancy is... Well, as soon as mom came home, I greeted her at the door and she was holding my beautiful B-day gift bag. Enclosed was a 3 pack of my furry Hartz mousies *chases tail* and a really cute super soft purple Hartz mousie filled with catnip. I love my Auntie Nancy and my pressies!

A little while later, daddy came home and what did we see out in the back area of the home... a Tom Turkey family. Yes, you heard correctly. There was that same Turkey that I meow'd about not too long ago along with his wife and babies. Mom decided to run out and snap pics but as she got closer, the BIG male Turkey made a funny gobble sound and started heading towards mom. OMC, she didn't know what to do and ran as fast as she can in the home. Daddy was laughing of course. Silly meowmy! To be honest, I think that Turkey family heard about my upcoming B-day pawty and wanted to join the festivities. Think so??? Mom told me that they weren't welcome to my pawty *wipes eyes*

This was not the end of my day of excitement. About an hour later, mom decided to look out front and there was a box from Foster & Smith. She couldn't wait to call me because it was fur ME! We opened the package together and meowmy got the giggles and wouldn't stop. Holy kittens and caboodles, there was a SUPER BIG mousie from my Bestie, *SIMBA*. He's called a Scratch, Rattle & Roll mousie and he's a fully stuffed scratching post which you can have him on the floor or hang him up. I prefer to have him on the floor woth me. He has crinkly ears and a tail that rattles, too. He looks so cool (like a big stuffed animal). I have never received anything like him before and I've decided to make him my Mousie Security Guard. He's larger than I am *giggles*

Mom wants to make a slideshow of all of my gifts but in the meantime, I have those posted on my page.

Thanks so much Auntie Nancy & Simba fur my beautiful and fun B-day gifts. Thanks *AUNTIE SYDNEY* fur my cute B-day Countdown Rosette. FIVE more days to go and counting!!! Meowmy wants to send *ROCKY ANN* a purry special thank you fur the Star which you will find on Cocoa's page. She says "you're welcome, Rocky Ann!"


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I'm A Day Behind With My Diary! : (

I am a day behind on my Diary Entry since meowmy was purrrrrry ill yesterday (8/23/06) with a severe migraine. I was so sad because we missed my dear little buddy, *OLLIE POPSTER'S* FIRST Birthday pawty. Meowmy did call Auntie Jenn (Ollie's mom) to let her know that she still wasn't feeling well and that's why we wouldn't be attending the pawty. She called Auntie Jenn earlier that day from work and wasn't feeling well then. Cocoa even got on the phone to meow hello and Happy Birthday to my Ollie Popster. Again, we are all so sorry that we missed the pawty and all of our furiends. I did post at the pawty earlier that morning before mom got ready fur work. As the day progressed, she got worse. It could have been from the weather change or bad sinuses??? We hate to see mom sick and guess what? Cocoa and Aspen stayed with her the entire time throughout the evening. Daddy watched his programs downstairs so that he wouldn't disturb mom. She tried to eat some dinner but even do that! Thankfully, she's feeling much better today *winks up in the sky*

HAPPY FIRST BIRTHDAY, Ollie and many more to follow...

I would like to thank the following kitties fur their lovely Rosettes yesterday and today:

*AUNTIE SYDNEY* & *RUFUS* fur their cute "B-day Countdown Rosettes" and to my sweet little *OLLIE* fur his "thank you" Rosette. You should see Ollie's page... he mentioned me and my upcoming Birthday. Also, thanks *SUEDE* fur your Rosette. Today is Suede's 10th Birthday... Happy Birthday, buddy. Sending yet another thank you to our dear furiends *ASHLEY (needing prayers) & FAMILY* fur their Get Well Rosette to meowmy! Awwww, that was so sweet & purrry thoughtful. Sending each of you lots of kisses...

Yahoooo Daa Dooooooo! My Birthday is almost here and we're counting down the days & hours. Let's see... 6 more days subtract 11 hours (from today) equals 133 more hours!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!


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I Am Now Counting Down SINGLE Digits!

This morning, meowmy went to work but her eye didn't feel much better. Still purrry painful and sore. She felt a little better yesterday but then it bothered her more today. She really should have taken the day off but she figured that it was only fur 4 hours. Daddy took her out to one of her favorite restaurants tonight fur dinner. Then of course back home because she's not feeling so great. Last night I slept between meowmy and daddy all night and was purrrrring and purrrring. Meowmy says that I sound like a motor boat because I'm so loud *giggles* a motor boat?

I am now down to 9 days and counting until my 1st Birthday. Can you believe in 9 days, I'll be 1! of course, we Ragdolls are considered to be kittens until the age of 4. Raggies are slow at maturing but meowmy tells me that I'm a big boy... I think because I'm growing to be so big.

Thank you so much *AUNTIE SYDNEY* fur my cute Birthday Countdown Rosette... Pawty pawty pawty (with mousies and special and dear furiends)! You should see my Ragdoll calendar.


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Meowmy Decided To Get Even More Crafy.. Look Out!

Not much was going on today... Meowmy was off so she decided to get a Sewing Machine, although she has NO idea what in the world she's doing. She said something about getting crafty??? Oh no, that could be trouble *giggles* Yesterday, she had purchased some little portable Sewing Machine but didn't like it because it didn't do much and she wasn't happy with the results. Like she knows what's she doing anyway... She decided to get a normal one this time and it even threads the needles fur her and automatically winds the thread. There are these funny things called Bobbins which she has no clue on any of these terms. A Bobbin? Hummmm, sounds like a drink to me? Oh, that's not all... this one is even computerized (digital). Who would have ever thought a Sewing Machine would have a mind of it's own?!?!

I would like to thank my *AUNTIE SYDNEY* fur her B-day Countdown Rosette and to *SAGAN & FAMILY* fur their lovely Rosette... Love Ya!


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Only 11 More Days And Counting!

Today meowmy worked early morning again... She wanted to sleep in but couldn't. her allergies are bothering her so badly and now she has a headache. She also has a sore eye that is swollen and tearing. She thinks that she touched her eye during the day and got an infection. Poor mom!

I received a really cute card from *ROCKY ANN* today fur my Birthday. It has the sweetest message inside and even a sticker of her. OMC, it's so adorable. There are even Hello Kitty stickers on the envelope. Thanks Rocky Ann fur making my day special and fur thinking of me. Can't wait to use the stroller lights!

Guess what??? *JASPURR* was honored in the Royal Feline Group fur his baby picture. The members had to post their first baby photos and Jaspurr's won! Catgrats to my sweet brother fur his honor. We are all so excited fur him. Way to go Jaspurr!

I would like to send my dear *AUNTIE SYDNEY* another thank you fur her daily Birthday Countdown Rosette... ONLY 11 more days and counting! Also, thanks *BELLA* fur the adorable kittybox coaster Rosette and to *MARMALADE* fur your nice B-day Rosettes. My page is looking so purrty!

Today is our furiend, *CALVIN'S* 16th Birthday. Happy Birthday buddy and many more to come!


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Today I Received A B-day Package from Rocky Ann!

This morning, meowmy had to be in work early. She has super early hours because there are several people on vacation this week. As soon as she came home, daddy was getting ready fur work. he has afternoon hours this week. That stinks because by the time mom gets ready fur bed, daddy comes home. She always makes sure that there's dinner ready fur him to heat up. Tonight will be pasta, as we all know that's mom's favorite.

Mom had some errands to run this early this afternoon but when she got home, there was a brown box at the front door from Amazon. She smiled as she walked into the home and called my name because it was addressed to me! The first thought that came to mind was my dear furiend, Rocky Ann. Mom helped me opened the package and it was indeed from *ROCKY ANN & FAMILY*. OMC, you will NEVER guess what I got? First, there was a package of 2 catnip mousies from the Petstage Collection, which I love! They are both green but one has blue and the other is wearing purple. Wait... that's NOT it! RA also gave me the coolest Tyke Lights fur the strollers. I got 2 lights (one fur each stroller), so now when we go fur strolls each one will have it's own light. As you all know, Jaspurr has to have his purrry own stroller since he has a problem sharing. We are now pimping our Strollers with lights *giggles* How neat is that! Now mom won't mind strolling us in the evening and wow, we can't wait. We are so excited to show off the strollers and they will be the bestest ones in town. Oh, by the way, I will be taking my B-day mousies along fur the ride. Thanks so much Rocky Ann, Auntie Judy & Uncle Terry fur making my 1st B-day so much fun... This was so thoughtful because we will all benefit when going fur our evening strolls. Love You!

Holy kittens and caboodles, the mysterious *CATSTER CAT* gave all of us in my family a beautiful shiny BLUE STAR! This is so cool Catster Cat and thanks purrry much on behalf of my siblings and me. What a pawsome kitty you are *giggles* I have never seen a Blue Star before...

I would also like to say thanks to my sweet *AUNTIE SYDNEY* fur the cute B-day Countdown Rosette. Only 12 more days until I turn 1! Hummm... furiend, Birthday cake & mousies!!!


*** PHOTOS OF MY GIFTS TO BE POSTED SOON***


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My B-Day Is One Day Closer

Yippeee doodles & Yahooo daa dooo! Can you believe that my FIRST Birthday is only 13 days away... Meowmy, daddy & furiends have been purrring and purraying so hard fur my special day to arrive and I want to thank each and everyone of you fur all of your love and support and to my lovely Auntie Sydney fur my daily Countdown Rosettes. You have all been so supportive to my family and me and we all greatly appreciate it purrry much! I will also be celebrating my dear furiend, *OLLIE'S* 1st Birthday on July 23rd. Can't wait fur that pawty either. ollie Popster and I are only a week apart in age.

I want to go strolling but it's way to hot outside so mom says that we'll just have to wait until things cool down! Cool down?!?! When when when????? Maybe it will be nice enough to stroll on my Birthday.

Today is also a special celebration fur *ROCKY ANN'S* meowmy, Auntie Judy who turned 49 years young. Happy Birthday Auntie and many more wonderful Birthdays to come your way. Hope you had a pawsome day.

I would like to send a special thanks to a kitty whom I have never met until tonight. His name is *CATSTER CAT* and he sent all of us a Watermelon Rosette to wish us a Happy Summer. This particular kitty is a cartoon which makes this purrry interesting??? Thanks again Catster Cat fur being so sweet and making us giggle... The Watermelon was yummmmy!

Thanks so much *AUNTIE SYDNEY* fur my cute Pooh Countdown Rosette and to *MOLLY & FAMILY* fur my fun beach ball Rosette... I would also like to thank my new furiend, *KANGA-ROO* fur the yummmy Watermelon Rosette. I'm his 300th furiend on Catster! Kanga goes in fur an Ultrasound on Thursday to check his little heart just to make sure that he's ok. His beloved brother, Wallaby passed away on July 14th from Cardiomyopathy. Thanks again fur all of your beautiful Rosettes.


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My Birthday Is Just Around The Corner!

In exactly 2 weeks, I will be turning 1 year old. Can you believe it??? Meowmy is so excited and is planning a little pawty fur me. She's on vacation that week which makes my B-day week even more fun. We're celebrating that entire week!!! She already told the bakery girl, Ginny what she wants my cake to look like. Hummm... can't tell you because it's a surprise!

Mom has to get up purrrry early fur work tomorrow morning so it's time fur us to go night nights... Nothing much really happened today so that's why my Diary entry is a bit short.

Sending another BIG thank you to *AUNTIE SYDNEY* fur the 2 week Countdown Rosette. She is so on the ball! Can't wait until my pawty bevacue that means mousies mousies mousies!


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Another HOT Day Has Arrived!

Today was another hot and humid day... when are we going to get a break so that I can go strolling? Meowmy did promise us that as soon as it breaks, we'll go fur a nice long stroll and she never breaks a promise unless she has no choice.

Mom did the kitty boxes today. She takes those out once a week and scrubs with a mixture of bleach and water. Afterwards, they sit in the sun to dry fur about 20 minuts. She also cleaned the Platinum Drinkwell, which gets done once a week, as well. Mom even did laundry and house things... what a busy bee she has been!

About 1/2 hour ago, meowmy brushed my knots the best she could and now I look so handsome. I drink so much water because of the Lasix pills which I need to take fur my heart. The Lasix has me drinking many times a day and then the water gets on my fur and creates knots. My fur is PURRRRY thick and lush. She used a special metal kitty comb which I wasn't happy but then gave me a soothing brushing with the nice brush that Boogers gave me. That one I don't mind at all... It actually feels good and relaxes me. Mom will work on my fur again, tomorrow. A little each time because I can't be stressed.

Sending another big thanks to my *AUNTIE SYDNEY* fur the cute mousie Countdown Rosette... 15 more days until my 1st Birthday! There is another celebration which is fur *ROCKY ANN*, *BOOGERS* & *HONDO*. Rocky Ann is today's Diary Pick and Boogers & Hondo are celebrating their 1st year Annifursary on Catster. Don't furget to stop by their pages to send your catgrats and give extra treats. Enjoy your celebration!

**UPDATE** Sad News... I just found out not too long ago that there was a sweet kitty named *WALLABY* who passed away from Cardiomyopathy on July 14th, 2007 (yesterday). He had the same heart disease that I do. We are so sorry to hear this upsetting news... I just met his family tonight and my purrrrs & purrayers are with them during this sad and difficult time. Wally passed away suddenly at his home and it was only a little over a year old. What is most important is that his meowmy loved him purrry much and Wally knows that.



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Mom Received Another Package From Auntie Jenn!

Today the painter came back to finish painting the kitchen. Boy are we happy because now everything is back to normal until the hardwood floors are installed in a few weeks. I can't wait fur that because I'll go sliding with my mousies. Weeeeeeee!

This afternoon, meowmy got the mail and there was yet another package *OLLIE'S* mom, Auntie Jenn. The envelope said Fragile so meowmy opened it purrrrry carefully. Inside was a little pressie all wrapped up in that cute butterfly wrapping, along with a really nice card. As mom opened it, she smiled even more. ""hummmm, what could this be?" I meow's to her "don't know meowmy but that's why you have to open it *giggles* Wow, it was a gorgeous pin that Auntie Jenn made for mom and guess what the pic is of? You guessed it right on the nose... ME! Ollie even helped Auntie make it! You can see how purrty it is on my page. I have all of the adorable pressies that Auntie gave to meowmy (cards, socks, handmade pic frame and handmade pin). Thanks so much Auntie! Mom wears the beautiful necklace from Project Baby Picasso, Pin from Auntie Sydney and now she'll be wearing the lovely pin from Auntie Jenn. Oh, she also wears a gorgeous bracelet that Bellsnickles mom, Auntie Brenda gave her. Wow, what pawsome furiends here at Catster!

I would like to send another big thank you to my *AUNTIE SYDNEY* fur the nice morning B-day Rosette, a catgrats to *BOOGERS* fur Diary Pick and of course, *EVIE* fur being chosen COTD! This was a big day fur me, meowmy and my furiends... Hope you had a wonderful weekend. Love you!

Pssst... if you've noticed, my B-day Countdown Rosettes from Auntie Sydney are blue to match my eyes.


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Daddy Bought Mom A New Canon SD850 IS Camera!

Today when meowmy got home, she fed us upstairs because the painter was coming to do the kitchen. He's such a nice guy and was making a fuss over us. He and daddy pulled up around the same time and then Gary (painter), started the kitchen. Daddy decided to run out to get everyone something to eat fur dinner. What a great daddy! Gary has to come back again tomorrow to do a second coat. We are doing the kitchen in a nice shade called Olive Moss. It will look so purrty with the Cherrywood cabinets & flooring! Floors will be installed in 2 weeks. Meowmy is going with Brazilian Cherry and let me tell you... my mousies will really slide great on those. Yahhhhhhooo!

Meowmy has been looking at Camera's because hers in now about 2 years old and she wanted higher than 5.0 megapixels, as well as all the new camera updates. She currently has the Canon SD400 ELPH, which is a nice camera needless to say. She was looking at all different ones and saw the new Canon Power Shot SD850 IS. She was telling daddy how she needs to eventually get a new camera. He looked at her and asked "what's wrong with the you presently have?" Of course, she had to explain, which daddy's don't understand like meowy's do. A few minutes later, daddy said to meowmy "Barb, go ahead and get the camera that you want!" OMC, she couldn't believe it. He handed her his credit card and off she went to get her new Canon. She is keeping the other one just fur back-up. This new one is nice because it's 8.0 megapixels opposed to 5.0 and it also has an Image Stabilizer. Mom is so excited right now and can't wait to use it. OH NO... that means even more pics will be taken of us and you know what that also means??? More dressing up! I better have a meow with daddy *giggles*

This morning, I received my beautiful B-day Countdown Rosie from my lovely *AUNTIE SYDNEY* Thanks so much Auntie and catgrats fur being today's Diary Pick! Her chosen Diary Entry mentions me and she even gave me all the credit... That was so sweet but she was the one who wrote it and deserves the credit. I would also like thank *BLUE & Co* fur the delicious watermelon slice Rosette. Just to let you know, I ate it and it was purrrry good! Blue is such a handsome kitty as well. Thanks Auntie & Blue fur making my day special with nice Rosettes!

17 more days until my 1st Birthday!!!!!!!!


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Mom's Digital Camera Was MIA!

This morning before meowmy got ready fur work, she wanted to start my sibling's pages fur my upcoming 1st B-day. Well, there was a slight problem... she couldn't find the camera. She recalls putting it on table in the living room the night before. She even called daddy at work but he had no idea where it was. She continued to search and search but no luck whatsoever. It was then time to leave fur work but still no camera??? She told us that she'd look fur it when she got home. Maybe it will do a disappearing act furever?

Finally, that wonderful moment arrived when meowmy came home and we were so happy to see her and we always greet her to say meow. Daddy was already home and she noticed that there was some mail on the kitchen counter and one was from *OLLIE'S* meowmy, Auntie Jenn. Wow, another package from Auntie! Mom and daddy had plans fur dinner so as soon as they'd get back, she'd open her package.

Well, not too long ago, they arrived back home and the first thing mom did was open Auntie's envelope. The envelope was so cute with kitty stickers all over it. That's our creative Auntie fur ya. Inside was a nicely wrapped gift and the wrap had butterflies all over it. OMC, there was a gorgeous blue frame that has handmade decorations all over it... It even spells my name "Cassi" in neon colored stickers. That's not all, there are also other stickers (pawty hat, balloon, and a star) on the frame. The pic that was used is my feather picture. This is such a sweet pressie from Auntie Jenn. It means even more because she made it with her purry own hands and Ollie Popseter helped her! Mom couldn't wait to show daddy. Thanks Auntie and Ollie fur such a beautiful and thoughtful gift and now we can see why you're an Art teacher... Artist fur sure. Mom decided to put the picture in our dining room on the server. That way, everyone could see it. She is showing this off and can you blame her? Afterall, my pic is in the frame *giggles*

As fur the camera, meowmy found it a few minutes ago behind the curtain by the sliding patio doors. We think my brother, Snowmitts took it thinking that it was food. As we all know, he'll eat anything in site! Shhhh... don't tell him that I said that since he's throwing my B-day pawty fur me. I'd really be in trouble! Mom will work on their pages this weekend since she's off.

Thanks so much *AUNTIE SYDNEY* fur another beautiful Birthday Countdown Rosette. I can't wait to sign on every morning to view those. Yup, every morning I get a B-day Rosie from Auntie Sydney.

As soon as I set up a slideshow, I will add the cute pressies from Auntie Jenn. Holy kittens do I need to get on the ball.


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Auntie Jenn Sent Mom A Present Today!

Today was yet another horribly HOT and sticky day. Meowmy stopped by the Post office to mail a few letters & packages out fur us. Of course, you encounter those times when shipping can be a pain! All of the girls know meowmy at the Post Office and even several of my furiend's names. How cool is that?!?!

When meowmy came home from running some errands, there was a brown envelope in the mailbox and it was from our Auntie Jenn, *OLLIE'S* mom. I knew it was fur mom because it had only her name on it. Well, she carefully opened the package and enclosed was a purrty wrapped package. OMC, there were the most adorable white socks fur the summer with flip flops on them, along with a cute note which has Ollie & Evie's pic printed, wearing bikinis. Auntie Jenn thinks of everything... The socks are really soft and are from Bass Company. Mom loves Bass shoes because they're so comfy. That was purrrry sweet and thoughtful of Auntie Jenn, Ollie, Evie & Emma. Yes, Emma can be thougtful too you know, even though she gets in strange kitty moods *giggles* Thanks Auntie & Family fur making meowmy's day so much fun.

Guess what I did??? I played Peek -A- Boo with meowmy this morning. I heard the pill box sound so I decided to quickly hide fur cover. I chose to go onto the dining room chair and roll myself into the tablecloth like a big ball. Smart huh? Well, not smart enough because meowmy saw the cloth move and knew that I was under there. She moved the chair out and all I could do was look at her with my BIG blue eyes. Then you know what happens next... you guessed! I had to take my stupid pills. Mom is some detective to find me so now I have to find a new spot now. Hummmmm, where next? Any idea kitties? Shhhhh, don't tell meowmy that I was asking!

Later in the evening, it rained really badly with lots of thunder and lightening. We had hoped that it would cool things down, but no such luck. Seemed to make the humidity even worse. Daddy had to work a double so he brought home a pizza fur dinner. Snowmitts ate the crust as usual. Since when isn't he in line to eat first? I had some of the cheese which was delicious!

Well, back to work fur mom tomorrow *wipes eyes* We love when she spends the day with us but unfortunately, she can't stay with us 24/7! She is off on Saturday & Sunday. Yahhhooo daa doo! In about 3 weeks, she's on vacation fur my B-day week.

I would like to say thank you again to my *AUNTIE SYDNEY* fur my B-day countdown Rosette. It is such a nice feeling to wake up every morning and there be a Rosie waiting fur me and they're all different designs. We're almost there, Auntie! By the way, I love your main picture and how you look so purrty all dressed up in your pink fluff fur my B-day celebration. You look like a Princess! I am also sending a catgrats to my bestie, *HONDO* fur his Diary Pick and to my furiend, *CLEO* fur celebrating her 4th Birthday, today! Happy Birthday Cleo.

Everyone stay cool and have a great night.


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HOT HOT HOT Outside!

Holy cats and caboodles... can you believe that it's 99 degrees outside and will be even worse, tomorrow. They're talking about a possible cool down towards the end of the week but we'll have to see about that one! Thank the kittens fur AC. We have it nice and cool in here and of course, meowmy is still placing ice cubes in our Water Well. I'll just sit there and play with those.

Meowmy & daddy made plans on having the painter come over to do the kitchen but he wasn't feeling well so he'll be here on Friday. Meowmy had a terrible headache off and on today and we think it has to do with the heat. She had to run some errands today and boy did she say it was hot! She noticed a lot of cars were parked at the pool area by the Country Club in our development but meowmy really doesn't go to the pool anyway. She and daddy will have dinner at the Country Club once in awhile or even a Night Cap. Are Night Caps only fur night and do you put those on your head *giggles*

I would like to say thanks to my *AUNTIE SYDNEY* fur sending me yet another beautiful Birthday Countdown Rosette. She is spoiling me with Rosettes everyday and I am soaking it in like a sponge. Thanks again Auntie fur making meowmy and me smile every morning when I open my mail. *sending kisses*

Stay cool every kitty and please tell your pawrents to do the same.


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Meowmy Is Off Fur 2 Days Straight!

Yahoooooo daaa doooo! Starting on Tuesday (tomorrow), Meowmy is off fur 2 days and we're so excited. The weather has been so hot and humid here all week but I must meow that it's nice and cool here in the home. Meowmy even adds little ice cubes to our Drink Well Platinum water fountain, although the water is cool anyway. She likes it to make it even more cool fur us, especially in weather such as this! Unfortunately, we're not allowed to go strolling because of the high heat, but hopefully, there will be a cool down soon?!?! Tomorrow, we're getting our kitchen painted and then we'll be getting the hardwood floors installed in the kitchen and foyer entrance shortly after. Wow, they'll really be fun to lay on and just think about how the mousies will go sliding across, along with us. Weeeeeeee.... mousies *giggles with excitement*

I would like to send a special thanks to my *AUNTIE SYDNEY* fur my daily B-day Countdown Rosette and to my dear furiends, *CLEO*, *SABRINA*, *MARVIN & FAMILY* and *TOMMY & FAMILY* fur their beautiful Rosettes... That was so sweet & purrrry thoughtful. *blowing kisses*

To all kitties... Please stay cool during this hot weather and make sure that your meowmy has COLD fresh water available fur you throughout the day. We have always liked the Drink Well water fountain because the water is always cold, filtered, fresh and available... Meowmy cleans it thoroughly, several times a week. If you don't have one, maybe you can hint to your meowmy. I promise you... you'll LOVE IT! We have the Drink Well "Platinum" which is larger than the standard Drink Well but the choice is up to you. At least consider giving it a try. :-))


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Today Is A LUCKY Day Because It's 7/7/07

Today is the luckiest day of the month because it's 7/7/7! Meowmy asks why can't those numbers come ever come up on the slot machines? Well, maybe next time, mom?!?!

Today is also a special day because it's my furiend, *PHOEBE'S* 6th Birthday... Happy Birthday Phoebe! We stopped by her surprise B-day pawty earlier but then mom & dad went out to dinner with Daddy's sister & brother-in-law. Think that they took us along? Nope but they did bring back some goodies in a doggie bag. Wait, why can't it be called a kitty bag? Something doesn't sound right with that phrase "doggie bag!" Fur now on, it's a "KITTY BAG!"

I am counting down the days until my 1st birthday and so is *AUNTIE SYDNEY*. She has been sending me a Countdown Rosette every single morning since June 30th. As soon as we sign on... there's my lovely Rosette. Thanks Auntie fur counting down with me. Can't wait until my pawty to see all of my wonderful furiends whom I love so much!

Hope every kitty has a wonderful weekend!


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I Received Two B-Day Packages Today!

This afternoon when meowmy came home from work, she was holding an envelope that was addressed to me and it was from my new and dear furiends, *RUSTY & FAMILY*. The first thing I heard was meowmy call my name "Cassi???" As soon as I heard that, I came running. We opened the package together enclosed was the cutest B-day card with a cute kitty on the front and the sweetest message inside, The card itself even mentioned mousies!!!! Now that's the PURR-fect card. Then there were more goodies hiding in there. I got a really neat mousie called a CATZIP. What you do is roll it back and fourth and let it go. OMC, it runs like a real mousie *giggles* Then there was another mousie that you fill with catnip and this even came with a tube of catnip. I couldn't wait to play with my new toys. Everyone knows the special bond that I have with my mousies.

About 15 minutes later, there was a knock on the door and who was it? It was the man dressed in brown. Yup, you guessed... the UPS man and he handed mom a large box. It had the words "Cat Tunnel" so I knew it had to be fur me. As we opened the box, we saw a note and with a nice message and it was from my *AUNTIE SYDNEY & FAMILY*. The note read "Happy Birthday Cassi with much Love, Auntie Sydney." We then took out his BIG object that was in the box and I couldn't believe it. Holy kittens & caboodles, it was a gigantic Kitty Tunnel and it even has holes where I can look out of or jump in and out. It's a purrty gray color and furry. It has these really cute paw prints on it, too. I was the first to run inside and then my siblings decided to play in the Tunnel also. We were having so much fun. Wow, what a pawsome day I had with such wonderful gifts from such special kitties.

Thanks so much Rusty & Family fur the cool mousies which I LOVE LOVE LOVE and to Auntie Sydney fur the neat Kitty Tunnel as well as fur the lovely Star and morning B-day Countdown Rosette. Please thank Wally as well fur mentioning me in his Diary, too... I love you guys & gals with all my heart. Thank you again fur making my 1st B-day so memorable. Also, thank you Rocky Ann fur mentioning us in your Diary... that was really sweet.


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Today I Received A B-day Package from Ollie & Family!

This morning, meowmy took Jaspurr to the vet to have his eye checked and poor Jaspurr has a severe scratch to the cornea as well as swelling. Dr Wray gave some strong drops but if this doesn't work, than he needs to go to a special eye doctor . Please say a little purrayer fur my brother that he'll be ok. Dr Wray is afraid that he may have a virus in the eye so let's just hope fur the best. We'll know in several days after the drops have a chance to work.

Well... when meowmy got the mail today, there was a brown envelope with the cutest Birthday smiley stickers and balloons all over it *giggles* It was from my purrry dear furiends, *OLLIE & FAMILY*. As you know, Ollie's B-day is July 23 (exactly a week before mine). This makes our B-day's really special. Meowmy couldn't wait to show me! Let me tell you what I got from Ollie, Evie, Emma, Auntie Jenn & Uncle Brian:
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As soon as I opened the envelope, there was the most adorable B-day card along with a private invitation to Ollie's B-day pawty on Catster. That was so clever of him to do that. Good thinking Ollie Popster. I named him Ollie Popster just in case you're all wondering??? The gifts were wrapped in beautiful B-day tissue paper with sparkles on it and a purrty red ribbon. Inside was a cool Happy Birthday Bowtie which you can see on my main B-day pic. I also received gray Eeeeeeks mousie (I LOVE Eeeeeeks). Oh, that's not all... Ollie and Co also added really neat B-day confetti with purrty colors and all different festive designs and a blue "Happy 1st Birthday" balloon. They always have the most unique gifts and are so creative! Meowmy gets a kick out of each and every time. Guess what? Yup, you guessed... mom couldn't wait to take pics of me with my new outfit and Bowtie. She got my cute B-day shirt at The Children's Place in the mall and don't I look handsome Mom also went to Joann Fabrics to get my drop B-day background (balloons with kitties, doggies & bunnies).

Thanks so much Ollie & Family fur the lovely B-day pressies, card, invitation & Rosettes. This means so much to me and we will now be matching with our B-day Bowties! Now how cool is that? I would also like to say thanks to my Auntie Sydney fur sending me another B-day Countdown Rosette, today... She sends me one every morning. That is so sweet of her and makes meowmy and & I smile. Thanks guys & gals... Love You!

Please don't furget to check out my buddy, Ollie's B-day page. Look how cool we look in matching Birthday bowties! Thanks again fur all of the wonderful pressies and fur making my B-day so wonderful.


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Happy Fourth Of July To All!

First of all, I would like to start my diary by wishing all of you and your families a purrrry Happy Fourth Of July.

My day started out quite interesting... Meowmy was making breakfast fur daddy and herself and fur a second, mom decided to look out the door and what did we see??? Holy cats, there was a big Turkey Hen with little babies following her. mom wanted to try and give her some food but daddy explained that she was wild and may bite. Yikes, that's all meowmy had to hear. I have never seen a large Hen like this one and wow, did she get all of our attention. She was just walking along the back area of the Town Homes. Of all the times mom not to have her digital camera near by.

Later in the afternoon, mom went out and got us a few outfits from The Children's Place at the mall. They are such cute shirts but you know what this means? Yup... getting dressed up fur pictures.

Right now it is raining really badly but we still hear baaaa boooms from the firecrackers. I was in the window earlier just watching what was going on until I had to do my Diary entry. As soon as I'm finished, back to the window I return. Can you believe that I'm not scared? I must be a big boy, huh!

I would like to say thank you to all of the wonderful kitties who sent me Flags & Watermelons fur the 4th Of July Holiday... I ate a lot of the watermelon slices but I'm sure there will be more fur me to eat in the future *giggles* A special thanks to Aunie Sydney fur the daily Birthday Countdown Rosettes, everyday... My B-day is almost here!

Tomorrow is a big day because mom wants to try to finish my Birthday page. Oh my kittens and caboodles, this should be interesting! Tomorrow morning, Jaspurr has a vet appointment at 9:15am fur his eye. He has an infection and the Gentamicin Sulfate drops aren't helping much. Poor Jaspurr...


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Meowmy's Vacation Is Officially OVER!

Today is a little sad fur me because meowmy has to go back to that meanie place called "work!" Her vacation is now officially over but she will have another one towards the end of the month. Actually, it's going to be on my Birthday week. Yippeeee doodles. Mom ALWAYS takes off fur our Birthday's anyway. She is the bestest meowmy in the world! I think she is even having something planned fur me because I heard her talking to daddy. Shhhhh... don't let her know that I told you ok *giggles*

OMC, you should see the cute background that my *AUNTIE SYDNEY* put on her page fur me. It's a background of my upcoming Birthday! That's not all... she even posted a special caption fur me under her main picture. Thank you *WALLY* fur also mentioning me in your diary. This cheered up my day after being so sad that mom has to leave me fur a few hours to go back to work later this afternoon. Auntie also sent me a few watermelon slices but guess what? Yup, you got it... I ate those and were they yummmmmy to my tummy! Thank you Auntie fur the lovely background and Rosettes. I would also like to say thank you to all of the lovely kitties who were so kind to send me Rosettes (watermelon's and Flags). You guys & gals are the bestest and I love you all so much.


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I Have Watermelons On My Page!

OMC... We have the cutest "Watermelon Rosettes" now. I think Fido was right... a mousie tried to eat mine. Hummmmm??? Thanks so much Sock (my first watermelon) and to Fido fur sending me these delicious watermelons, tonight. We couldn't resist with giving some of these out as well, but please be purrrry careful because they do contain seeds. Maybe the mousies will eat the seeds fur us?


Have a great Holiday and ejoy your Watermelon Rosettes. They really do look refreshing don't they? Also, *AUNTIE SYDNEY* p-mailed me to let me know that she is going to start a Birthday countdown fur me and now she has one on her page just fur me me me! It is so cute... Thanks Auntie fur such a sweet idea *giggles*

I will admit to my rosette senders that I have been eating the watermelon slices before the Holiday has arrived *BURP* Uppps... excuse meeee! Do I hear a mousie burping?



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I'm In My Pit'r Pat Glory!

Not too long ago, there was a knock on the front door and who was it? It was Mr Postie and he had a package just fur me and it was from my besties, *FIDO & CO.* ! Well, we couldn't wait to open it to see what was inside. I was sniffing at the box, knowing that there was something purrrry good hiding in there... Meowmy helped me open it and the first thing we saw was beautiful tissue paper with red hearts all over it. Guess what was wrapped inside? Can you guess? Well, let me tell you just in case you can't *giggles* OMC, there were 7... yes 7 tins of my favorite kitty candies called Pit'r Pats! Fido says that 7 is a lucky number... These are the bestest candies/treats in the whole wide world. Meowmy gives me Pit'r Pats while administering my heart pills because it encourages me to take them more easily. Actually, I relate the pills to the Pit'r Pats. Fido and Co must be psychic because I was all out of my candies and meowmy can't seem to find those anywhere. We have checked Petsmart, Petco & Pet Valu but no such luck. Now my buddy, Fido has changed my luck with 7 tins!

Thank you so much Fido & Family fur making my day so much fun and I promise that I will share with my siblings, although it will be difficult. I'll admit, I'm selfish when it comes to my Pit'r Pats! Sending you lots of love & kisses!


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We Now Have 4th Of July Flag Rosettes!

Did you see???? *throws mousie in air* we now have 4th Of July Rosettes to give out and we couldn't wait! Meowmy wasn't feeling well because the heat had given her a bad headache but she helped us send out our new Rosies. There are even Canadian ones fur our special furiends who reside in Canada. This is to show that furiends are all over and should be acknowledged no matter where you live. That was really sweet of Catster. Yaaaaaaaaaaa fur the Flaggies. Oh and they even flow as though the wind is blowing them freely.

I would like to say thank you to the following kitties who sent me the new Flag Rosettes, today... Auntie Sydney (my first Flag), Fido, Murray 2 & Co, Sock, Sammie & KiKi and Enzo & Co.

Thanks to the kitties as well who may be sending me future Flags. This is so pawsome and looks beautiful on our pages. Thanks again and may you all have a purrr-fect 4th Of July.


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My Mousie Pawty Was Pawsome!

Tonight was my pawty and I had so much fun... We played build the pyramid with all of the mousies and there were hundreds. So many of my wonderful furiends attended and helped me celebrate this purrry special night and the also brought their own mousies. Sabrina even offered fur me to keep all of hers but I would NEVER take her mousies. I must say, that was so sweet of her to offer... There was great food as well as great furiends. Oh, guess what??? Fido's sister, Snooper the dog also came but she began to ruin the mousies so we had to boot her out of the pawty *giggles* Bad Snooper! She also began to slobber on the kitties & mousies! Ewwwwwwww... doggie slobbers!

I would like to pursonally thank the following kitties fur attending my Mousie pawty and helping to make my evening so special:

Cocoa, Kashmere, Jaspurr, Aspen, Snowmitts, Fido, Hondo, Boogers, Snooper, Rocky Ann, Ripley, Allie, Sock, Ashlye, Awnee, Sabrina, Bellz, Ashley, Gremlin, Rue Rue, Rufus, Miles, Phoebe, Murray 2, Evie, Ollie, Sammie, KiKi, Gimme, Ele, Ambro, Mercy & Grover.

Thanks again fur everything but especially fur being such wonderful furiends. Love all of you purrrry much!


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Tonight Is the BIG Mousie Pawty!

It's here, it's here... it's finally here! I am having my oficial Mousie Pawty tonight and I can't wait *throws tons of mousie in the air* I have been waiting all week, impatiently of course fur this day to arrive. As you all know, they tricked me last time and told me that it was a Mousie Pawty but it was really an early 1st surprise B-day pawty and boy was I surpried and so grateful (Project Baby Picasso). That was the bestest day of my life and I will never furget all of the fun and beautitful pressies thanks to my wonderful furiends. Well, now this is the REAL Mousie Pawty and I am looking forward to having a mousie-filled evening. Make sure that you bring your mousies as Fido has strongly expressed in the Group Mail!

Thank you, Rocky Ann, Sydney, Sock & Ollie fur the lovely Mousie Rosettes.

I would also like to Catgrats Snowmitts fur being crowned this week's PRINCE in the Royal Feline Group and to my bestie, Fido and his gal, Allie fur officially becoming boyfriend & girlfriend. The purrrry best of luck to you both.


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Mom's Gorgeous Pendant Arrived, Today!

Meowmy had to work today and of course, daddy was off. He has been working a lot of doubles these past few weeks so they gave him the day off. Too bad mom wasn't off as well. It was such a hot day and when she came home, she was telling daddy that she had such a BAD headache! Poor mom. Well, there was a package waiting fur her on the kitchen counter and it was from picturesongold.com. OMC, she was so excited that I think she furgot all about her headache fur that split second... I know she did. She opened it up and there it was, so nicely displayed in a purrty box set in velvet. The pic looks just like me. I think because it is me *giggles* Shortly after, you know what happened right? Yup, the camera came out and she began to take pics of the pendantt. I didn't blame her because it's so beautiful... She was telling daddy that she will so proudly wear her new pendant and always think of our sweet furiends at Catster, everytime!


Here are all of the wonderful gifts that our furiends from Project Baby Picasso sent meowmy:

~16x 20 Portrait on canvas of me from "art.com"
~ Gorgeous mug of me wearing my PJ's from "snapfish.com"
~Beautiful SS Pendant with my pic (cute) "from picturesongold.com"
~120 Zealies

Thank you thank you thank you from my meowmy (Auntie Barbi) and me fur all of the lovely presents... Your thoughtfulness is greatly appreciated and will furever be remembered. A special thanks to Auntie Sam, (Booger's mom) fur helping mom with all of the ordering. Lots of love to all of you *sending hugs & kisses*


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My "Project Baby Picasso" Mug Came This Afternoon From- Snapfish.com

OMC... it came it came it came. The mug with my PJ picture arrived and it looks pawome. Meowmy can't wait to have her purrrry first cup of coffee with me staring at her in my PJ's. The caption says "I don't do mornings... " We originally tried to go with Zazzle and nothing but problems so instead we chose to try Snapfish.com and what a good decision that was. Both meowmy and Auntie Sam (Boogie's mom) worked on the mug together. We were all so impressed with how quickly it arrived and was all securely wrapped nice and clean. If any of you are planning on mugs in the future, we highly recommend Snapfish. They also make gorgeous stationery. As you may have read in my previous Diary entry, Auntie Jenn (Eve's mom) sent me beautiful photo stationery from the same company!

Later on while mom was putting the dinner dishes in the dishwasher, she heard a really strange sound coming from the Foyer entrance. It sounded just like this... "rrrr mrruru meowrrrrr mrurr" and they were pleasant sounds. She couldn't understand who was making that sound so in the foyer she went, only to discover that I was meowing to my new portrait. It wasn't meowing back but I didn't mind, as long as I thought it was listening. Meowmy began laughing so she picked me up and held me close to the picture. I became very focused and my eyes even got larger as I looked at this gorgeous kitty in front of me? Meowmy then explained that it was ME! Boy did I feel silly after that, especially thinking that this kitty in front of me was going to be my new furiend. Hummmm... why did meowmy have to spoil the fun? By the way, she couldn't wait to call Fido's mom to tell her all about it. Now I really feel like a silly kitty... Who knew right?!?! I just wanted every kitty to know how much I love my portrait.

Today is also my dear furiend, *BOB'S*. 12th Birthday. Happy Birthday Bob and many more wonderful Birthday's to come. Love ya!


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My Beautiful Portrait From Art.com Arrived Today!

Today was such a fun day fur me. First off all, meowmy is off which always makes it a lot of fun... Earlier in the morning, Mr Postie rang doorbell with a little box just fur me and it was from my besties from New Jersey, *SAMMIE & KIKI*. I couldn't wait to open it so of course there was the camera, again. Encloed was a sweet Hello Kitty B-day card that says "Ahoha" on the front with a nice message inside. Then came the pressies. OMC, there were 2 catnip mousies from Active Cat that are made of a knitted material with bells on the ends of their tails (beige & moss green). Then there was a really cute TY Beanie Baby kitty cat that's gray and looks like ME!!!!! *giggles* Thanks so much Sammie & KiKi fur making my day so exciting!

Well... that wasnt the end of getting packages fur me. Later on in the afternoon, meowmy was talking to Auntie Jenn (Simba's mom) when suddenly there was a BIG knock n the door. Hummmm???? Could it be my portrait from Art.com?!?! We opened the door and there was a huge box sitting right on the side of my door. Mr UPS man was just leaving. Holy kittens & caboodles, it was from Art.com. Mom then told Auntie that she's call her back because she wanted to open the package and of course you know what??? You got it... take more pics! We both opened the box and wow, the portrait is so gorgeous and my eyes just are hypnotizing. Art.com had everything well packed and secure. Meowmy couldn't believe how nicely it turned out! She was telling me that every time she sees this picture hanging on the wall, she'll think of all of the wonderful furiends that we have on Catster and outside of Catster who have made this pawsible, not to mention what a little cutie I am *giggles*

Thanka again to my furiends, Sammie & KiKi and to all of those who were a part of "Project Baby Picasso!" We love all of you purrrrrrrry much *sending lots of hugs & kisses. Sammie & KiKi are also part of Project Baby Picasso...


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We Got A Package From Eve & Family!

Meowmy had to work today so that means that we were here all by ourselves. Of course, that also means napping most of the afternoon. As soon as mom came in the door, she was holding a brown envelope addressed to Cocoa & Co. Yes... that includes me, too and it was from my besties, *EVE & FAMILY*. The envelope has the cutest little summer stickers like flip flops and stuff... As she slowly helped up open it, I could see & smell some really cool things enclosed. The first thing we did was read the lovely card... Then I told her to dump everything else out so that we can see what we got??? Meowmy is one fur taking out one thing at a time. OMC, there were my favorite candies, Pit'r Pats! Mom let's me have those while taking my heart medication (its my reward) fur being a good boy. At lot of times, my Petsmart doesn't have those so Boogie & Evie have sent them to me. That wasn't all... there was also a really fun feather toy attacked to a plastic string with a crinkle ball (love those) and a special patch with the letter "P" that stands fur "PICASSO and it's just fur me to put on the stroller. Look out siblings, this shows that I'm now the ruler of the stroller *giggles* Oh, and I must NOT furget that they even gave daddy a special gift fur Father's Day. He got a really nice blue ribbon that says "#1 DAD!" How nice is that of Evie, Ollie, Emma, Auntie Jenn & Uncle Brian.

Thanks so much Evie & Family fur the wonderful and fun toys, ribbon and you know what... my Pit'r Pats! Love you all purrry much!

We would also like to say thank you to *ASHLYE & TROOP* and *BELLSNICKLES & FAMILY* fur the lovely sympathy cards sent to dad & mom. Your thoughtfulness is greatly appreciated!


**Meowmy sent out 20 packages fur me today, so please look out fur your brown padded envelope in a few days, depending on where you live??? It's just a little "Thank You" from mom and me fur being a part of Project Baby Picasso.**


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I Received 2 Packages From My Besties, Today!

Meowmy was off today but had some errands to do do during the morning and then went shopping fur a few things in the early afternoon. As soon as she came home, there were 2 packages at the front door. One was addressed to me and the other was addressed to meowmy but I had a feeling it had to do with me *giggles*

The first thing we did when she came in was open the envelopes. The first one was from Snapfish. Hummmmm... who could this be from and what was inside? Wow, enclosed was a gorgeous writing tablet (blue pages) and the message on the actual pages reads "Love From Cassi" and on right corner is a pic of me... yup, ME! It's from my dear furiends, *OLLIE & FAMILY*... They told us that they were sending something special and wow, is this special! It's the same picture that I'm having my portrait done with (wearing the blue feathers). Thanks so much Ollie & Family fur such a lovely surprise. I can't wait to use it when I write to my furiend! This is the purrtiest writing tablet in the whole world! I now have my own purrsonalized paper...

The second package was from my besties, *SMUDGE & FAMILY*. It came all the way from the UK! I opened it carefully and OMC, there were so many cute things enclosed. Let me tell you what I got. First of all, there was an adorable Winnie The Pooh 1st B-day card with a lovely note enclosed (the note was to my meowmy). I also got 3 really neat toy balls, catnip sac (with a bell that reads "Cats Love Catnip") and a kitty rattle. That wasn't it... Smudge & Family also gave meowmy a beautiful pair of pink kitty snuggle socks. They're so cute with a kitty on the front and he even has little eyes that move. The bottom of the socks have non-skid paw prints so meowmy won't slip on the floor since socks tend to be slippery when walking. Well, I don't know but that's what mom tells us.

Thank you so much Ollie & Family and Smudge & Family fur making my day purrrrry special. I just love all of my pressies and boy does mom love her sockies! She sends her thank you, as well...

I would also like to meow that I think it's pawsome to see all the daddy's with their kitties and hopefully, more pics will be posted! Thanks to all of the dads who have participated so far. You guys ROCK!


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Boogie & Family Sent Me A Cool Package!

It is so hot outside so meowmy chose NOT to take us strolling. She always says "If it's too hot fur her than it's way too hot fur us... Stupid weather can't seem to make up it's mind!

Well, not too long ago, I heard a knock at the door so mom answered it since we're not allowed. Hummmmm??? I think she's afraid that we'll make a run fur it?!?! There was a package at the front door (why couldn't the mailman hand her the package) and it was addressed to Picasso, that's me! It was from my besties, *BOOGIE & FAMILY*! Of course that silly metal Canon object that goes "click" had to appear! There she was, snapping pics of me with my package. Finally, we got to open it... OMC, there were 2... NOT 1 but 2 packages of my favorite kitty candies called Pit'r Pats! Mom always gives me a few Pitr Pats in between my pills so it's more pleasant fur me. That was so thoughtful of Boogie & Fam. My Petsmart has been out of Pit'r Pats fur quite some time and that's when Boogie decided to surprise me with them. Well, after recoginzing the little metal tin, my pink nose began to investigate. It didn't take long before I discovered what it was. I also got a really cool flexible rubber brush that's soft to the touch when meowmy brushes me. This will be much better than that metal kitty comb. I get more knots than usual because I am constantly drinking a lot of water due to the Lasix and my fur gets knotty when the water hits it. Meowmy does her best to keep me well groomed but I'm more difficult than the rest of the kitties because of my situation. Well, this is the neatest brush and I loved being brushed with it, today. It's called The KONG Zoom Groom and believe me, if you don't have one, you have to get it. This KONG brush is super and mom was able to get lots of loose fur off of me. It is so relaxing because it caresses at the same time.

Thank you thank you thank you Boogie, Fido, Hondo, Auntie Sam & Uncle Dan (yes, and Snooper) fur such fun gifts. I love them all and I love you!


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I Was Chosen Daily Diary Pick, Today!

OMC, I can't believe it, I am a Diary Pick today, all day long *giggles* I have had so much happen within the week. As you know, my dear furiends celebrated my "early" B-Day/Mousie pawty fur me on June 1st. Now I'm today's Diary Pick. Holy kittens, this has been so exciting fur me and of course fur meowmy!

I would also like to thank all of my furiends fur the lovely Catgrats Star & Rosettes. My page looks so purrty!!! I am such a happy and lucky kitty to have so many wonderful furiends. Thanks again fur being so special. Love You!

**If you get a chance, please be sure to check out my Diary entry on June 2nd, fur it tells you all about my pawsome "early" B-day pawty!**


UPDATE (9:00 pm): Sadly, my grandma (daddy's mom) passed away this afternoon. She was purrrry sick and in a Nursing home (Hospice) fur many months. Now she is with the beautiful Angels up in Heaven. Miss you Grandma!


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I Received 2 Cards In The Mail!

Mr Postie came rather early today, which we were surprised since he's always later. There was some mail fur meowmy & daddy and of course you know who???? Yup, ME! One of the envelopes was from my furiends,*SAMMIE & KIKI* and the other was from my furiend, *OLY*! Sammie's is an adorable kitty cat card with a Calico on the front and enclosed is the most beautiful Get Well message. Oly's card is fur my "Early B-day and wow, on the front has cool stars with glitter. I feel like a Move Star kitty now *giggles*

Thanks so much Sammie & KikKi and Oly fur the adorable cards and fur being so thoughtful. It means so much to me that you are a part of Project Baby Picasso. One can NEVER have too many mousies or furiends!


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My Early Mousie/ Birthday Pawty (Project Baby Picasso)!

Last night was my private Mousie pawty... well, that's what I was told until I found out that it was an early Mousie Birthday pawty fur me. I went to the Le Chat Group where the Mousie pawty was suppose to be but there was nobody there??? I was confused so I called Fido and he said that there was something going on with another couple so I had to wait a few minutes. Suddenly, I got an e-mail, inviting me to another Group called "Project Baby Picasso"! OMC, I couldn't believe it and neither could meowmy. Of course, I had to get the tissues out fur her because she was so overly joyed with all of the love shown by our wonderful furiends. I dont even know where to begin.... so much to tell you!

When I found out that it was my early B-Day pawty, I was in shock. I never suspected any of this. When Boogie told me that there was gong to be a Mousie pawty with a few furiends, that's EXACTLY what I thought. I figured that all of the gifts which I received were going to be affiliated with mousies??? Boy was I way off! I was so excited to see my bestest furiends there to help celebrate with me... Let me tell you all about the pawty and the gifts.

The 1st box which I opened was the super large one. Inside were 3 Birthday balloons from *ROCKY ANN* and the entire Group with the POOH THEME! Oh do I love mousies and Pooh! I was still in shock at this point and meowmy was all emotional.

Then came the 2nd box which was in the frig. OMC, it was a Birthday cake with a pic of me on it and it looks just like me! It is just fur us kitties by My Best Friend (specialty pet bakery). This beautiful cake was a gift from *GIMME & FAMILY*. Can't wait to have some of this!

Time fur the 3rd package, which was from *GROVER & FAMILY*. Inside was the most beautiful Photo Album and their grandma made the Pooh cover that fits over it! The album has my entire family along with all of my wonderful furiends who are a part of the Project Baby Picasso which Auntie Alice put together (Grover's mom). Grover & Dexter's grandma & meowmy have worked so hard on my album and you can see beautiful workmanship. They also gave me 6 mousies *giggles* along with 4 lovely handmade catnip pillows that match the cover of my album. They were all wrapped in purrty tissue along with a lovely card.

Now comes the 4th package... Ready? This was from sweet *CALI & LEO* (PoshPetsbyC.com) and enclosed in the padded envelope was really cute handmade catnip refillable quilt with the Pooh Theme that I can snuggle on, along with 2 feathered sissel mousies and matching handmade catnip pillow. These pressies were also wrapped in lovely glitter B-Day tissue paper and a ribbon. I just love all of my gifts so far!

Fur the 5th package. It was from *ASHLEY (needing prayers) & FAMILY* and it was my purrry own beautiful Pooh B-Day hat! It is so cute with red feather trim. Meowmy can't wait to take pics of me with this on my head.

Now comes the 6th package which was from the entire Group. This was from Amazon, which we all know is Rocky Ann's favorite shopping place. Enclosed were the most adorable Pooh Plush Characters called "Pooh Babies!". There's an Eeyore holding a pink bunny, Tigger holding a green froggie and Pooh holding a blue bear. They are so soft and even come in their own separate gift boxes. I can't wait to go strolling with my new furiends. Meowmy already put Pooh in my condo sleeper to help keep me company when it's night night time *gives each character a kiss*

Last but not least was the final 7th box. Hummmm... what could this be. It was the package that I had to pick up at the post office on Friday morning from *BELLZ & FAMILY*. I couldn't believe that I got my own Mousie Cookie Jar! Well, I think it will be a Picasso mousie Jar instead. NO cookies allowed!

This wasn't all that my pawsome furiends did fur me. They also raised a collection to get my meowmy some wonderful gifts. She was so happy ith tears during the entire pawty and then when she got then when she found out what they did fur her, she was speechless and of course I had the tissues out, again. The entire Group will be getting mom a necklace with a pic of ME, a beautiful framed photo of ME, lovely photo mug of... you guessed it, ME! We will keep you posted with her gorgeous pressies.

Thank you again fur being such an important part of our lives and fur throwing the bestest pawty ever fur me. I couldn't have asked fur better furiends and neither could mom. She would also like to send all of you a purrry special thank you fur everything!

Below is a list of my furiend who are part of the Project Baby Picasso:

Fido & Family, Ashley (needing prayers) & Family, Grover & Dexter, Cali & Leo, Rocky Ann, Sock & Troop, Mercy & Family, Sammie & KiKi, Hazel Lucy, Gimme & Family, Samoa & Family, Rufus, Cleo & Sabrina, Miles & Family, Nikko & Scooter, Ripley & Family, N'Bikay & Andre, Smudge & Family, Molly & Family, Evie & Family, Simba & Family, Sasha & Zoe, Tux & Bella, LuLu & Diego and Oly.



Thanks again fur everything and fur giving me the biggest surprise of my life... my early Birthday pawty! *throws kisses* I would also like to send out a special thank you to those kitties who have sent me beautiful Stars, B-day & beach ball Rosettes. LOVE YOU!


**Photos to be posted soon**


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OMC... More Packages Came Fur Me, Today!

Meowmy got up early this morning (as soon as the post Office opened to pick up my package. It was a big box from *BELLSNICKLES & FAMILY*. Hummmm... what can it be? I have to wait until my pawty to open it. This is such a challenge but I'm doing really well.

Later in the morning, there were 3 more packages that arrived. One is unknown and delivered by Mr Postie himself and only has an address from where it was shipped which is from Arkansas. Then a little while later came another package and this one has some weight to it... It was delivered by FedEx and it was from my dear furiends, *DEXTER (CK Dexter Haven) & FAMILY* and they even put Winnie The Pooh stickers all over the package. You know how I LOVE mousies & Pooh! Then just moments ago, I received another GIGANTIC box that is from Occasional Expressions, USA. Wow, it's almost as big as the doorway *giggles*

I can't believe that I am having a private Mousie Pawty tonight. My siblings even dressed up fur the pawty with the mousies. This means so much to me and to my mowmy to have such wonderful and caring furiends... Thanks again and again and always know how much I love you!

Guess what??? I got my very first Beach Ball from my bestie, *FIDO*. Time to get ready fur the beach... Of course, that means packing mousies, too! Thanks to all fur your beach balls and let's have the bestest summer ever... Now let's play some ball!!!!!!!!!!!!


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I Received 3 Packages Today Fur My Mousie Pawty Tomorrow- Night!

I received 3 packages today... Before meowmy got ready to leave fur work, there were 2 packages fur me delivered by Mr Postie! One is a padded envelope and is from PoshPetsbyC.com and the other which is in a brown box (Marked FRAGILE) doesn't say... just a name and address where it was shipped from??? I was told by Fido NOT to open my pressies until tomorrow night at the Mousie pawty. Can you believe that there is going to be a private Mousie pawty just fur me arranged by my lovely & purrrry special furiends?!?!

When meowmy came home from work this evening, there was yet another package (a large brown box) from Amazon.com. It was sitting on the kitchen table which daddy brought in when he came home from work. There was a notice as well that there is even another package waiting fur me at the Post Office. Nobody was home at the time of delivery (required). Mr Postie actually came at a later time than the first delivery. I will send meowmy out first thing in the morning to pick up my packages.

I'm sure that you have noticed some of my dearest furiend's pics with all of their mousies and it's all fur my Mousie pawty, tomorrow night. They look furtastic! I am so excited and can't wait to play with all of them. I have the bestest furiends that I love so so much *wipes eyes* I never dreamed that I'd be having my own private Mousie pawty and wow, so many gifts to go along with it. Thank you so much fur setting up this purrry special day fur me. Gosh, I am the luckiest kitty in the entire world to have so many wonderful furiends. Pics will be posted tomorrow morning after the remaining 2 packages are picked up.

Psssssst.... did you see all of my mousies? I always meow to meowmy that I could NEVER have too many mousies, for I play with all of them at different times. I even have my own special Mousie toy box fur them! I'll be counting down the hours until my pawty. Please kitties, bring all of your mousies because it's going to be one fun night! Love you and thanks again fur being so wonderful to me...


Joyous Purrrrs!

I Received A Beautiful Anonymous Star, Today?!?!

Meowmy had to work today (booo hooo) but as soon as she came home, she got
the mail and of course, bills, junk mail and a purrry important envelope fur my sister, Kashmere! Enclosed were the most adorable pics her her handsome boyfriend, Bellsnickles! He really is a good looking kitty!
Guess what??? I also got a beautiful shiny Anonymous Star today and it was signed "The Black Cat Secret Purrr Society." Hummmmm... I don't know who they are but that was so thoughtful of them to send me a Star. I wish I knew so that I could thank them purrsonally... Wow, thank you thank you thank you! You will see it shining brightly on my page along with all of my other purrty Stars & Rosettes. The caption was also touching and sweet. I have met the nicest kitties here on Catster and I want to thank all of you fur your continuous purrrrs & purrayers. This means the world to me and my family. Love to all of you...

Just wanted to update all of you to let you know that my breathing has been good these past few days. As I had mentioned in my previous entry, I do have good and bad days but this is pawsome that it is now 2 days straight! Let's keep that Purrrrrr Maching going so that I will stay out of heart failure. I am really trying and with the help of meowmy and my new medication and (more dosage of Lasix & Enalapril) it's helping to control the fluids in my heart. I will admit that I HATE to take so many pills in one day but meowmy keeps telling me that I have no say and I have to take it whether or not I like it. What meowmy says... goes. After all, she knows best because she's my meowmy!

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It Was A Stroll Day, Today!

Today, I went strolling with Snowmitts and had so much fun *giggles* The weather was beautiful and so many birdies were out. Also, my breathing pattern was good today and meowmy was so happy to see that... she couldn't wait to call daddy! There are days that aren't so goof fur me but today was certainly a better one. Meowmy is off again on Thursday so hopefully, it will be another nice day to go strolling again.

I also got Tagged by several kitties today... I did respond by Tagging as well, but meowmy really doesn't have time to do all of us. This isnt to mention that fur some reason, my page had hairballs and several of my Diary entries were duplicates and partially bold?!?! As soon as I removed the last entry, which was the Tagged one, it went back to normal. Meowmy didn't want to take the chance with adding to the other pages because it may happen with theirs as well. I think we are going to all pass on the Tagging Game but thanks anyway and I had fun Tagging my furiends.

We are so glad to hear that Rocky Ann is doing better... We will continue to keep her in our purrrrs & purrayers! Love you Rocky Ann!

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OMC... I Am CATSTER'S "CAT OF THE DAY", Today!

Holy Cats, I couldn't believe it when I saw that I am CAT OF THE DAY, today! After meowmy got home from grocery shopping and put everything away, we decided to sign onto the computer and wow, there were so many messages fur ME! I then discovered that I was COTD. Meowmy and I were totally meowless and in shock.. Now I am not only the RFG KING but I'm CAT OF THE DAY! This calls fur a big celebration! When I saw the pawsome news, I had to wake daddy up from his nap *giggles* I showed him all of my beautiful Stars, Rosettes and P-Mails that my wonderful furiends have sent me... I am blessed to have so many great furiends here on Catster who have shown so much love & support, especially after I was diagnosed with HCM (Cardiomyopathy) *pulls out tissue* You are the bestest in the whole wide world and I love you so much! I never thought that I would be Cat Of The Day, which proves that wishes do come true...

Thank you purrrrry much Catster and to all of my wonderful furiends fur your lovely Catgrats, Stars & Rosettes. Meowmy said that today is my day and whatever I meow... goes. Yippppeeee doodles, does that include extra treats, too??? *tosses mousie in the air* Thanks Auntie Syd fur starting a COTD Thread fur me!



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**UPDATE: Wow, I am so touched by how many Stars, Rosettes & Catgrats P-Mails I got today... The mail kept coming! Thanks again fur making my day so PURR-fect and also, thanks to the lovely kitties who continue to send me Get Well Wishes. I thank my lucky stars fur your fruiendship and fur Catster!**

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Holy Kittens & Caboodles, I Feel Like A Movie Star!

Oh My Cats... Holy Kittens & Caboodles, when I woke up this morning, there were even more Stars and Rosettes on my page. I was meowless with joy and appreciation. There have been so many wonderful kitties & their families who have been purrrring and purraying fur me. Now they made my page so colorful with all of these shiny Stars and purrty Rosettes. I spent all morning reading them and then thanking each and every kitty individually (we always do). I enjoyed every moment of it. I can't even begin to meow to you how much your love & furiendship means to me and my meowmy... We love you all so dearly!

That wasn't it!!! Are you ready to hear the lastest news? Ok, sit down... here goes... I am KING fur an entire month in my new group that a sweet kitty *SUEDE*, created called "Royal Feline Group." I saw the P-Mail this morning and my blue eyes got even bigger. I told Jaspurr to move over because the Throne is now mine fur now. Hee heee.... now let's see who's boss!

Meowmy noticed that my breathing looks like it has improved, whether it was from the Lasix injection or the new medication? Shhhhh... don't tell meowmy but she has been picking me up all day and holding me and giving me extra kissies. I love that but wow, all day today?!?! Love ya meowmy!

Purrrrr Machine is set on High... Can you hear it??? "PURRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRR"


** You can read my diary entry about my Cardiology appointment below this entry just in case some of you haven't had a chance to read it yet. **

I Had My 2nd Ultrasound Tonight (Results)!

Tonight, I had my Cardiology appointment at 6:30. When we got there, meowmy had to sign in and then we sat down. There were doggies in there and purrry well behaved. About 20 minutes later, the nice lady took me in the back where Dr Miller would be doing the Ultrasound. Guess what??? Meowmy asked him if I can have my picture taken with him and the answer was YES and now it's on my page! Well, believe it or not, I was purrrrring although I was nervous. Dr Miller was so impressed with how happy I was.

Well... then came time fur the Ultrasound. He put that jelly stuff all over my purrty fur and then rubbed a wand on my chest to see how I was doing... Unfortunately, the news wasn't as good as he had hoped. Fur starters, I was back into heart failure again so he immediately gave me a big shot of Lasix with a needle! OUCH! Then he hooked those horrible thingies to my paws and I was not a happy camper but I was still purrrring while meowmy was petting me. I felt so safe with her there. The Ultrasound shows that there is no improvement in the heart, which there should have shown some signs of the medication working... Meowmy & daddy are so sad because they have been purrying so hard, along with all of my wonderful furiends here at Catster. The main concern that Doc had was that I was back in heart failure. My heart beat was better than last time which made me happy. He increased my meds so now I am on 5 pills everyday, not including the 1/2 baby Aspirin every 3rd day. He also put me on a new medication called Spironolactone (this will also work with the Lasix to help relieve any fluids which leads to heart failure). I take my medication everyday like a good boy and this was so disappointing to meowmy because she thought that there would be some positive results, especially not having to hear about the reoccurring heart failure. I know that with this disease, there really is no getting better, especially with such an advanced stage like mine but we had hoped for no fluids at least. Doctor really didn't sound too positive with my condition and he is only being honest with what stands ahead fur me. It would mean so much to me and my family if I can make it fur my FIRST Birthday and I will try so hard... promise. I love pawties, especially mine *giggles*

Thank you all so much fur the beautiful Stars, Rosettes, P-Mails & Well Wishes. I am really sorry, but I'm too tired to send all of my individual thank you's tonight so I will work on those tomorrow. I love all of you dearly!

A purrry special thank you to my dear furiends, Ashlye , Sock & Cinderella fur starting an update Thread fur me, tonight in Best Friends, Doc Hunter's House Of Medicine and Royal Feline Group... Thank you Rocky Ann fur starting one in Democats & Super Strollers.

Take a look at the picture of me with my Cardiologist. He said that I am such a little fighter and he is so impressed. I even told him about how I still love to play with my mousies and all of my siblings. He was thrilled to hear that and laughed. See... I gave him a nice surprise.

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Today Is Meowmy's B-Day And My Cardiology Appointment!

Today is a purrry special day because it's meowmy's Birthday "HAPPY BIRTHDAY Meowmy and we love you!" It is also the day that I have to go in fur another Ultrasound to see if my heart has goeetn larger and if the Cardiomyopathy has progressed. I hate that car ride and all I do is cry the entire way. Meowmy got this herbal spray stuff that she will spray in the carries about 20 minutes before I go in... it's suppose to help calm me down?? Haven't tried it officially but I'll let you know. Meowmy sits in the back of the car with me to help comfort me. Yes, she does go into the exam room when Dr Miller is taking the Ultrasound and stays with me, petting me and talking to me. I feel better with meowmy in there but I am still so scared. I don't like those funny looking things that they hook up to my paws and I begin sweating from my paw pads. That's not all... he also rubs this globby stuff on my chest and which helps to read the Ultrasound. Meowmy is then able to view the screen to see my heart and where things stand. You can see all kinds of things in an Ultrasound.

I will think positive along with my family and the bestest part afterwards is that I get fresh Turkey Breast from Boston Market! Yaaaaaaaaaa.... turkey. I wish you lived closer so that you can all share dinner with me *giggles*

*** I have received 2 beautiful Get Well Stars today and I have no idea who sent those??? I want to send you a purrsonal THANK YOU but I don't know who the Anonymous kitty is? Please admit to your purrty Stars so that I can send you a P-mail.***

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OMC, More Rosettes, Purrrrrs & Purrayers!

I already feel better because there are so many wonderful furiends who are thinking of me and purrrrring really hard fur my Cardiology appointment tomorrow. Even sweet kitties who really don't know me that well are so kind to give me a Get Well Star & Rosettes. I even got Anonymous ones, which I would love to know who you are so that I can thank you! Wow, my page looks so purrty and colorful now *giggles* Today at 4:00pm, Kashmere & Jaspurr go to the vet fur their shots and just a check up. I'm just glad that they're not going to have to endure what I am this week. Either way, I always say a little purrayer fur my siblings when they have to go to the vet....

Thanks again to the lovely kitties who have been purrrring fur me in my Purrrr Threads, as well as through your Stars, Rosettes and P-mails. You all mean so much to me!

I hope that all of the Mommies had the bestest and most special mommy's Day, yesterday!


*UPDATE** Jaspurr has written about the Vet appointments fur him and Kashmere in his Diary...

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Wow, My Furiends Started Purrrr Threads Fur me!

OMC, There have been Purrrr Threads started fur me and it's from my dear furiends, *ROCKYANN*, *HONDO*, *WALLY* and*SUEDE*. Rocky Ann has one started in "Super Strollers", Hondo has one started in "Best Friends", Wally started one in Doc Hunter's House Of Medicine Group and from Suede in Royal Feline Group. I feel so special to have such wonderful furiends... *wipes eyes*

As most of you know, I was diagnosed with VERY SEVERE Cardiomyopathy (heart disease) on February 13, 2007. The Cardiologist suggest another Ultrasound to be done again in 3 months! On May 15th, I will be going in fur another one, along with several other test to see if my disease has progressed and to what extent. I hate going there because he rubs ikkkky jelly stuff on my tum tum, which makes my fur stick together, not to mention hooking up wires to my heart and paws. This is not fun fur me but at least my meowmy stays with me the entire time, petting and talking to me. She even puts extra mousies in my carrier... Afterwards, we go to Boston Market and she gets me freshly sliced Turkey Breast! Yummmmy!

I just wanted to say thanks so all of you who have been there fur me these past 3 months and who have sent me beautiful Stars, Rosettes, Cards, Gifts & Well Wishes. You have given me such strength and I love you purrrrrry much. Please know that I greatly appreciate your thoughtfulness, purrrrrs & purrayers! Please keep your paws crossed fur this coming Tuesday when I get my next Ultrasound *sending tons of kisses*

*giggles* I also got the cutest Anonymous Rosette yesterday of a big gray kitty saying "Consider yourself hugged to pieces" and he's giving me the biggest hug in the world! Thank you purrrrry much Anonymous Rosette kitty... Wish I knew who you are so that I can purrsonally thank you! ???

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I Now Have An Official Catster Auntie (Sydney Rose)!

This morning when I read my P-Mail, there was a message from my dear furiend, *SYDNEY ROSE * and she had kindly asked if I would be her nephew. Sydney said that she wanted this fur a while... Of course, I have several wonderful auntie's but not an official Catster one. Guess what? I said YES immediately. Sydney was even doing back flips when I accepted *giggles* You may have noticed that several kittie's have relatives on their pages. I am now Sydney's baby Catster nephew and I am so excited and purry happy. Yippeeee Doodles *kisses a mousie* This is such an nice honor fur me. She even wrote a lovely poem fur me in her diary. Thanks Auntie and I love you!

Unfortunately, it wasn't such a great day fur meowmy because she wasn't feeling well all day. Last night, her tummy was really bothering her and this morning, she felt even worse. She didn't even go to work but instead, took naps during the day and several of us napped along with her to help make her feel better. She still hasn't eaten much but hopefully later on she'll have some soup? Feel better soon meowmy and we love you!


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Meowmy Got A B-Day Package From Ashlye & Troop!

When meowmy came home from work, there was a box at the front door from a place called "Red Envelope." She had no idea who it was from or what it could be? As soon as she was so opened the box, she couldn't believe what was inside... it was a beautiful red box with a white ribbon. There was a nice card enclosed and it was from Auntie Adriana and (*ASHLYE & TROOP*) fur meowmy's Birthday. The note has such a sweet little saying to let me know that they're thinking of me, knowing that my Cardiology appointment is coming up in a week. Meowmy wanted to call Auntie before openeing the box, so she did! She was telling Auntie about how much she loved the red gift box and wanted to open them with her on the phone. Wait until you hear what lovely pressies she received!

She opened the large red box and inside was light blue tissue paper, along with two smaller boxes. She decided on opening the smallest of the two, first. There were the most beautiful hanging genuine Amethyst earrings in Sterling Silver with several stones. They're so purrty. Then she went to open the other box and inside was a beautiful Amethyst bracelet and on the Sterling Silver clasp is engraved "FRIENDS. I'm sure Auntie could hear it in her voice how much she loves her gifts... She is so excited with her lovely jewelry and can't wait to wear it. She got a cute purple spring/summer dress the other day when she went shopping and the earrings & bracelet will go purr-fectly. Actually, they will go with whatever she decides to wear. Meowmy sends bunches of hugs & thank you's fur being so sweet and thinking of her on her special day. Thanks fur making my meowmy's B-Day so special. We love you purrrry much!

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A B-Day Package Came Fur meowmy From Auntie Brenda (Bellz &- Family)!

Today, meowmy got a Birthay package from Auntie Brenda (*BELLSNICKLES & FAMILY*) and they were so sweet to even enclose 2 mousies fur me. That was so thoughtful and greatly appreciated. As soon as I saw the mousies, I began playing with those right away. I don't waste time with my mousies...

Here is what our meowmy received:

A Candle Melter that melts candles instead of lighting them, DVD of "The Three Lives Of Thomasina", 2 votive Yankee Candles (Lavender & Lily of The Valley), a purrty shell & rose quartz bracelet, which was enclosed in the cutest little leopard print sachet bag, a green "stress stone"... when you rub it it helps to relieve stress. Meowmy to bring it with her to my Cardiology appointment on May 15th. Bellz also included a Catnip Play Pals toy fur my sister, Kashy. Guess what??? I already removed an ear from one of the mousies within after getting them *gigglezs*


Thanks so much Auntie Brenda, Bellz, Ashley, Rue Rue, Gremlin & Angus (the pooch) fur making meowmy's B-Day so special. We love you purrrry much!

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Meowmy Got A Special Mom's Day Gift From Evie & Family!

It was such a beautiful and sunny day, today. I wanted to go strolling but the Landscapers were working so meowmy said NO! I love to go strolling with Snowmitts (my bestest pal). Instead, we all sat in the windows (lots of windows in our home because we live on the end). Meowmy put the screen in the front door and set up the BIG outside table umbrella. She also put away her winter clothing and brought out all the spring & summer ones. Boy was she a busy mom today!

Actually, the mail was delivered early today and when she came back in, she was holding a brown envelope, along with some other stuff. She was too interested in this brown envelope addressed to her *giggles* and she look so excited. The envelope was so cute and decorated and was from our dear furiends, *EVE & FAMILY*. She had no idea what it could be? Evie is always sending little gifts when least expected and they're always so cute and unique. Meowmy carefully opened the envelope (always does) and what was it? OMC, it was the most adorable Tee Shirt and it's fur Mommy's Day! There was also a #1 Mom Rosette Ribbon (pink) with little confetti thingies inside of the rosette! This is what the shirt says "my kids have fur i'm a proud cat mom. I have a pics of her gifts on my page. She also enclosed the nicest note to all the cat moms. Meowmy can't wait to wear her new shirt and as soon as daddy came home she couldn't wait to show him. Furget him reading his mail first... meowmy beat him to it! He said how nice everything was.

Thank you so so much Auntie Jenn, Evie, Ollie & Emma fur making meowmy's "Mom's Day" purrry special and fur brightening her day, today. She sends you lots of hugs & kisses! She already has plans on wearing it fur Mothers Day.

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A Gift Came Fur meowmy From Wally's Meowmy!

Today, meowmy received a box that was shipped from a place called " Something Pretty." Meowmy very carefully opened it, but there was no note letting her know who it was but I found that it was another gift sent from *WALLY & FAMILY* . Actually, this particular present is fur meowmy (her B-Day is coming up) from Wally's meowmy, Auntie Eva! Well, enclosed were two of the most beautifully white hand painted mugs! Each mug is purrsonalized. One says Picasso (that me) and the other says Cocoa. They both have the same lovely kitty design (wearing a cute halo) that says "love my cat." and at the end of the word "cat is a cute ladybug. The ladybug is actually another piece of ceramic that looks like she is really on the mug with painted legs. Meowmy LOVES ladybugs! She has the mugs sitting on her server in the dining room where we have our pictures, special keepsake things and of course, our most recent cards from our Catster furiends. Meowmy keeps our cards up fur a while before placing them neatly in our Keep Sake Boxes.

Thanks so much Wally & Family fur such a lovely gift to meowmy... You are so sweet and purrrry thoughtful and I love you lots and lots *sending kisses* xoxo

Pressies Came Fur Me From Bellz & Family!

This afternoon, Cocoa received a soft bubble envelope fur his 12th Birthday and it was from one of my dearest furiends, *BELLZ & FAMILY*. As you all know, Bellsnickles is Kashmere's boyfriend! The envelope was so nice because it had a Birthday theme all over it! When meowmy helped Cocoa open it, there was a nice B-Day card enclosed and lots of fun gifts! Bellz had written in the card that there were little gifts fur me so knowing me... I couldn't wait to see what was in there?!?! Hummmm... I sniffed and what did I smell??? Yup, you got it! I smelled mousies *giggles hysterically* Wow, they are so adorable. They're both blue and the one is really soft like a slipper and has pink ears. The other one is super special because it says "My 1st Mouse" and he even has a bell at the end of his tail. Get it... Bellz "bells". Thought you'd like that. This particular mousie has yellow ears. I just love Bellz & family and of course... I LOVE my mousies!

Thanks again fur surprising me with such fun pressies. By the way, Not only did Cocoa get lovely Birthday gifts from Bellz, but Kashmere also got some cute things, as well. This is such a pawsome family. Am I glad that Kashmere found herself a super great (and cute) guy!!! Love you guys & gals xoxo

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I Got A Package From My Lovely Furiend, Sydney Rose!

Today meowmy had to run a few errands and then she stopped by Petsmart to get our favorite food (Fancy Feast MEDLEYS)! She had purchased the Blue Buffalo a few days ago but we decided that we didnt like it so back it went. She called Purina to make sure that all of their foods are safe and thankfully, they are. Well, when she came home, she went into the garage and began storing all of these cases of our Medleys on the shelves. Guess how many cases she bought? Ready??? Holy cats, meowmy got 14 cases of the Medleys in all different flavors. She knows how much we love that, not to mention, we're getting our greens when we eat that particular food. Thanks meowmy!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

That wasn't the only surprise... meowmy went to get the mail after her trip home and there was a white bubble envelope addressed to ME and only me *giggles* I'm special meowmy says. I had no idea who it was from but it was shipped from a place called Cat's Nook. That sounds like it would have lots of fun kitty things huh! Well, we opened the envelope and there was a note and it was from my very dear and special furiend,*SYDNEY ROSE *. The note reads: "For Cassie- Just because I love ya!-- Sydney Rose." Isn't that sweet! There were also 2 zip baggies and each bag contained 3- Honeysuckle Filled Mousies and a Knot. They have a really nice relaxing scent to them... it's like an aromatherapy and really pampers my senses. This will help relax me after playing with these fur-tastic toys. The mousies are really pretty tye-dye and the knots are orange & teal. I can't wait to carry these around.

We also got a really cute Thank You card from my bestie & mousie furiend, Fido fur our Easter gifts and the card has his pic on it. Wow... two of my bestes sent me mail today!

Thanks so much Sydney & Fido fur being so thoughtful and especially fur your wonderful furiendship. I love you more than there are stars in the sky! xoxo

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Yipppeeeeee TWO Packages Came Today!

There were 2 Easter packages that came fur us today. The first package came in in the mail, which was a large brown envelope from our besties, *EVE & OLLIE*. We couldn't wait to see what was inside. As soon as meowmy began helping us to open it because something smelled really familiar?!?! Now what could it be? Could it be CATNIP of some kind? As soon as we opened the envelope, we saw that there was a really nice plastic Easter baggie with cute things inside of that. There was a yellow chickie filled with CATNIP! There was also a really nice card and even a Hello Kitty egg filled with delicious bunny chocolates fur our meowmy... how nice was that! There were also different kinds of HK confetti inside of the envelope! Evie & Ollie always seems to find the most cutest gifts. I must add that her meowmy always finds something to put in there fur our meowmy, too... like candies! Guess what? Meowmy even saved a piece of candy fur daddy but the rest she ate *giggles* Sorry daddy!

The second package was delivered from UPS and it was addressed to Cocoa, Kashmere, Jaspurr and me. Who could it be from? There was no name on the return address, except fur it was from the Beanie store. You know how we love Beanie babies. As soon as we opened it, there were 2 of the most beautiful Bunny Beanie Babies and it was from *SOCK & TROOP*. This explains why Aspen & Snowmitts didn't have their names on the box. They already got their purrsonal Easter bunnies (with their names on them) last week from their girlfriends. There was a lovely note card enclosed, wishing us a Happy Easter. One of the bunnies is fur me!!! He is a really cute colorful (blues, greens, purples, pinks & yellows) Easter bunny with silver sparkles and I just love him so much. The second bunny is fur Jaspurr, Cocoa & Kashmere. She is really purrty and is all white with speckles of blue and peach, wearing a little yellow ribbon on top of her head.

Thank you so much Evie, Ollie, Sock, Awnee, Cinderella, Ashlye, Simi & Jinx fur making our Easter so memorable and special. We love all of you & our gifts purrrry much! Happy Easter!


** PHOTOS TO BE POSTED SOON!**

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OMC An Easter Package came From Fido & Co.!

As soon as meowmy came home from work this afternoon, she brought in a strange looking package from *FIDO & CO.* that was in the shape of a long tube. We couldn't wait to open it to see what was inside! Enclosed were 3 feather toys with a nice little Easter note. Two of the feathers are from a Peacock, which was an Easter gift fur all of us and the other was a feather toy fur Jaspurr's B-Day. We all are having so much fun with these cute feathers, including Jaspurr's.

Thanks Fido & Co. fur making our Easter so special and fur being such wonderful furiends.

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I Received A Purrry Special Package From My Ragdoll Breeder!

Meowmy left work a little early today, which that's what we want everyday. Well, as soon as she pulled her car in the driveway, she could see that there was a package, but had no idea who it was from??? As soon as she picked up the box, she saw that the return address was from my lovely Breeder (she and meowmy have become good furiends right after Jaspurr came home). Meowmy & Lisa have always kept in touch with phone calls, visits and pictures. Well, she brought in the package and it was so purrty! Auntie Lisa had the box all wrapped in a beautiful gift bag with a kitty & doggie on it. We carefully unwrapped the bag and there was a box which contained my pressie. Hummm... what could it be? Well, it was the most adorable kitty cat stuffed animal. She is purplish-pink with the cutest whiskers and at the end of the whiskers are little round pom poms. We also got 2- large containers of NuVet Plus Vitamins fur all of us. Actually, we love this particular Vitamin (powder form). Wow... this was so so sweet of our Auntie and we greatly appreciate her thoughtfulness. This made meowmy so happy! This is a Get Well/Thinking Of You gift fur me and of course, the Vitamins are fur all of us.

Thanks so much Auntie Lisa fur thinking of me when you went to the Cat Show, last week. I love you purrrry much and just adore my kitty cat! xoxo

**Photos to be posted soon!**

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An Easter Pressie Came From My Besties, Ashley & Family!

Today a package came from *ASHLEY (needing prayers) & FAMILY*. There were several neat toys fur Jasurr & Snowmitts' B-Day's as well as some adorable Hello Kitty gifts from Bellsnickles to Kashmere.

They also sent us a package of "Easter Grass (Pet Greens)" fur Easter. That was so thoughtful and we can't wait to grow it to enjoy. You can read more in Kashmere's, Jaspurr's & Aspen's diaries.

Guess what??? Ashley sent me a cute little white mousie with black eyes and red ears & nose. I just love my mousie as I do all of them... thanks so much *kisses mousie*

Thanks Ashley & Family fur thinking of us at Easter time and always! Love you purrry much...

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Happy 3rd Birthday, Jaspurr!

Today is Jaspurr's 3rd Birthday and my family and I would all like to wish him a very happy and Healthy Birthday and many more to come. We love you Jaspurr and we wish you all the best!

Love & Kitty Kisses,
Picasso, Cocoa, Kashmere, Aspen, Snowmitts and (Meowmy & daddy)
xoxo

Purrrs!

I Received An Anonymous Rosette Today?

Tonight when meowmy signed onto the computer, I saw that I received a sweet Anonymous Rosette but the kitty gave no indication to whom it was from... I would love to know so that I can send you a thank you fur being so thoughtful. Thanks again "Secret Rosette" sender.

Purrrrs!

Wally Is Cat Of The Week (Sydney's brother)!

OMC!!! One of my besties, Sydney's brother *WALLY* is Cat Of The Week! That is such a pawsome honor and we are all purrrry happy fur him. Have a wonderful week Wally and enjoy your honor *doing a cat dance* Please visit his page to catgratulate him!

Purrrrs!

Mousies Mousies and More Mousies Are Falling From The Sky!

Today was such a wonderful day because it was my brother, Snowmitts' 1st birthday as well as my honor fur Daily Diary Pick! Thanks fur all of your lovely Catgrats Rosettes & P-Mails.

That's not all... Today when meowmy got the mail (snow outside), there was an envelope but the return addy was from a pet distributor... hummmmm??? It was addressed to me "Cassi" and I knew it had to be from one of my besties, but whom? Well, meowmy helped me open the envelope and there was a little note enclosed from my bestie,*SYDNEY & FAMILY*! OMC... she then dumped the contents on the floor and there were so many mousies everywhere. It was like they were falling from the sky! Can you guess how many were in there? Bet you can't! There were... ready? Well, there were 30 mousies! Yup, you read correctly... 30 mousies total *giggles hysterically* There are 10 black , 10 white and 10 gray. Now if I'm not in Mousie Land than I don't know what you'd call it. I just want fur you to know that I have my own seperate basket just fur all of my mousies that everyone has given me and I play with all of them. I made a promise to Sydney that as soon as I remove the tails from one of her mousies, I'll send it back to her so she can have it fur a keepsake! I'm sure it won't take me long.

Thanks so much Sydney fur the cutest surprise and fur making me giggle so much. I love you my furiend!

Purrrrs!

I'm A Daily Diary Pick, Today!

OMC! It was Jaspurr this past week (twice) and now it's ME! I am so excited to be celebrating my honor as well as my brother, Snowmitts' 1st Birthday. This is what I call lucky... I guess there really is lots of luck at the end of the Rainbow!!!!

Thanks purrry much fur all of your Catgrats Rosettes and P-mails... This means the world to me and not only is this a lucky day because of my honor and it's Snowmitts Birthday, but because I get to share it with my special furiends here on Catster. Everyday is a lucky day.

Thanks again fur everything *sending kitty kisses*

HAPPY ST PATTY'S DAY TO ALL!

Purrrrs!

A St. Patty's Day Package Came From Our Bestie, Simba!

As soon as got home from work today, there was a green bubble envelope on the kitchen table and it was addressed to Cocoa & Co from our dear bestie, *SIMBA & AUNTIE JEN*. We carefully opened the envelope as we do with all of our packages and enclosed was a beautiful card wishing us a Happy St Patty's Day. As we dug further, we discovered a really neat furry green Shamrock filled with catnip , 2 sparkle balls (gold & green and an adorable yellow & white mousie fur me! The first thing I did was walk over to the cute little mousie and began to carry him around. Meowmy couldn't wait to take pictures!

This was so sweet of of Simba and her meowmy and we greatly appreciate their being so thoughtful. We just love our St Patty's Day toys... Thanks again fur making our holiday so much fun!

Purrrrs!

Tonight I Received An Anonymous Rosette???

Tonight I received a lovely Anonymous Rosette and it has such a sweet saying... I would love to know who the Anonymous sender is so that I can send them a special Thank you P-Mail fur being so kind... Please let me know who you are my furiend?

I would like to Thank all of you fur your beautiful Stars, Rosettes, P-Mails, Shoutbox messages and presents. I love you purry much and greatly appreciate all of your purrrrs & purrayers. You have been so thoughtful and caring! *sending lots of kittty kisses* xoxo

Purrrrs!

A Package Came From Sydney & Family In Quebec Canada!

Yippee doodles... another fun package came today and it traveled all the way from Quebec Canada! Who was it from???? One of my besties, *SYDNEY & FAMILY* . Meowmy was getting ready to leave fur work and there went the doorbell "ding dong" and it was Mr Postman. He had a package that was addressed to Picasso and Co (my name first) *giggles* Since meowmy had to leave fur work, she didn't have time to open it and take pics so we had to wait until she came home which felt like furever... Daddy wouldn't know how to take good pics so we save that fur meowmy, plus that is something she really enjoys doing.

The time came and in the door came walking meowmy. The first thing she did was run upstairs to get the package which she hid so that we wouldn't get into it before she got home. She came down with the goodies as well as with the camera. As soon as she placed the package on the floor, we came running to investigate as we do with all packages which are mostly fur us anyway.

We carefully opened the large white padded envelope and the first thing we did was read the lovely vellum card and enclosed were pics of Sydney, Alphie & Wally. They are really cute kitty cats, too! Then came the presents... one by one. They were all wrapped so nicely in tissue paper with red & purple hearts. We helped meowmy unwrap each gift. Let me tell you what was inside...

We got a cool Yellow Catnip Banana, Fluffy yellow duckie that I want to keep me company in the stroller, Hartz Gone Fishing toy that has a feather and meowmy swings it back and fourth fur us to catch it, Pink refillable Catnip Purse and it even opens & closes with velcro to refill the catnip and has a picture of a mousie on it, Red Octopus toy with multi colored pom poms, Gray & pink mousie fur me with long purrty fur (so cute). Last but not least, the most adorable Pin fur meowmy. Let me describe it to you... it's gray and it's in the design of a computer. On the screen reads "mouse error" while a kitty cat is hanging down from a thin chain holding a computer mouse. How cute is that?!?! Get it... it's a mousie! Everyone knows how much I love those and meowmy can always think of me!

Thank You Sidney & Family... we just love our gifts!


Pics to be posted soon!


Purrrrs!

Our First Sroll Of 2007 (AT3 Stroller)!

Today was such a fun day fur me... After meowmy came home from getting her car worked on she mentioned going fur a stroll... weeeeeee! First, Snowmitts & Jaspurr opened their B-Day package from Bella & Tux, which they got such purrty blankies (you know who will be snuggling in those, don't you)??? Then a little while later, meowmy took all of us out fur a stroll in the new AT3! I loved getting the fresh air and even listening to the birdies. Wow, this stroller has so much room! We each had about a 2o minute stroll and then meowmy had to get dinner ready. She did tell us that next time, we'll stroll longer. I blame the car *giggles* I hope that all of you kitties who have had cold weather and enjoy strolling are soon blessed with a warm spell...

Thanks so much meowmy fur taking me out fur my first warm weather stroll!

Purrrrs!

I Am Today's Daily Diary Pick!

OMC! OMC! OMC! I couldn't believe it when meowmy turned on the puter and there is was... messages from Catster that had lots of Picasso mail. I knew then that something was interesting??? I then saw in the message that I was a Daily Diary Pick! I then ran to my little while mousie that has no tail and I told him..."hey white mousie, we're in the spotlight today!" I posted a pic of me and mousie on my page. Also, please read the previous 2 Diary Entries and that will get you caught up.

I would like to thank a my lovely furriends fur their beautiful Catgrats Star, Rosettes and P-Mails! This has been such a fun and special day fur me... thanks to all of you. Also, I wanted to thank all you fur your continuous love, thought, purrrrs & purrayers. You have been such great support to me and my family and we greatly appreciate it and love you so much.

I just wanted to let my buddy, Fido know that he will always be my dearest bestie and "Mousie In Crime" partner. Love you purrrry much Fido! xoxo

Purrrrs!

Where Oh Where Did The Mousies Tail Go???

Yesterday, my dear furriends, *ASHLEY (needing prayers) & FAMILY* gave me a lovely pressie. They sent me 3 beautiful mousies (you can read the entry in my previous Diary). Well, you know that I sorta have a reputation with... ummmmm.... eating off the tails and heads from my mousies. This morning when meowmy woke up fur work, she saw that I brought her my purrty white one (from Ashley) and what was missing??? You got it... the tail! "Now where oh where did that mousie's tail go???" I know where... I ate it off *giggles* I tried to warn him that I love the tails of a mouse but he didn't seem to listen. That's ok, don't worry because Mr Mousie is doing just fine and everything is in tack except fur the tail. Until tomorrow when I find another one to have fun with.

Purrrrs!

A Package Came Fur Me from Ashley & Family

Today when meowmy got the mail on her way to work, there was a a padded envelope in the mailbox and it was addressed to ME "Picasso!" from *ASHLEY (needing prayers) & FAMILY*. She did NOT open the package until she came home so that I can be there.

As we opened the envelope, there was a really sweet Get Well Soon card, which meowmy read to me, of course. Then there was a really purrty gold box with a lavender ribbon on it. We untied the ribbon and enclosed were 3 mousies! Yaaaaaaa.... mousies fur me! There's a white one (all white with red eyes and pink ears), a really cute blue one a feather tail and a suede brown one. As you all know by now, I could NEVER have too many mousies and the funny thing is... I play with all of them!

The second gift was to my meowmy which was in the same gold box underneath the mousies and that was from Ashley's meowmy. She made meowmy the most beautiful Picasso kitty bracelet that we have ever seen. Of course, it's a one of a kind design. Meowmy was so touched by Auntie Brenda's thoughtfulness. Let me describe the bracelet to you... Well, it has 12 Semiprecious stones with Sterling Silver beads inbetween the stones and 8 Australian Crysals (blue & clear) throughout the strand. It also has a really cute Sterling Silver kitty cat charm that look like me and between the charm are 2 smaller clear crystals. The clasp is even Sterling Silver. So much love and thoughtfulness has gone into making meowmy's bracelet and she can't thank Auntie Brenda enough. Meowmy says that she will always keep it close to her heart and will think of Auntie & Family everytime she wears it. She couldn't wait to show daddy when he came home and wow, he thought it was really purrty, too!

Thanks so much Auntie Brenda, Ashley, Bellz, Rue Rue & Gremlin fur my adorable mousies and fur the most beautiful bracelet fur meowmy. Your love, purrayers, purrs and thoughtfulness means everything to me and my family. We love you purrrry much!

Purrrrs!

My First St Patty's Day Present From Evie & Co.!

Yippeee my first St Pattys Day present came from *EVE & CO.* Meowmy brought in the envelope and helped us open it and we were so amused by what was inside... There was a really cute St Pattys Day card along with 3 green plastic coins that says Lucky Cat on them. There was also a vanilla scented kitty air freshener frame that meowmy can put in the home or in her car. I heard from the grapevine that meowmy is going to put a pic of "you know who" in there!!! This was so sweet of Evie & Co.

We love our presents Evie, Ollie & Emma. Thanks purry much furr making our St Patty's Day so much fun.

Prrrrs!

Holy Cats... I Got 3 "GET WELL" Packages Today From My- Besties!

Today was such a PURR-fect day furr me... I took my my heart medication in the morning like a big boy and then took a nap shortly afterwards. Meowmy had to run a few errands (Petsmart was one) and then she came home. Daddy had a short day so he was already home before meowmy. As soon as she walked in the door, daddy said "did you look on the kitchen table? There are presents for baby boy!" meowmy was so excited to see what I got. As soon as she put the packages on the floor, several of us kitties gathered around. We could smell something good in there!

Meowmy helped me open the first package and it was from my wonderful furriends, *ASHLYE & FAMILY*. My presents were ordered from "Plain Brown Tabby" (same place that Ashlye ordered Aspen's B-Day Gift Basket). Wow... so many neat things in there. Let see... this is waht was included: Two 3- pack of Two-Tone Mice with Feathers, Smartcat Rainbow Ralph Felt Mice in Catnip, Slow Mouse by Petstages, Valerian Spiced Catnip Yarn Balls-2 pack, Smartykat Shrimpnip, 1 oz Kitty Kaviar and a sampler of Grandma Lucy's Liver (chicken liver). I couldn't believe all of these presents furr you know who.. ME! I started playing with the mousies first and then investigated everything else, including that yummmy Kitty Kaviar. Purrry thoughtful of Ashlye, Awnee, Sock, Simi, Cinderella, Jinx & Auntie Adriana.


Now furr the second package... It was from my dear furriends, *BELLA & FAMILY*. We opened the large padded bubble envelope and I couldn't believe it! There was the cutest Pooh blankie to help keep me warm. I don't own a Pooh blankie so this is super special. You know how much I LOVE Pooh... and it's so soft. I can't wait to use it tonite when I sleep in my bean bed. This is purry sweet of Bella & Tux (and family). I already meow'd to the others that this is my purrsonal blankie!

Last but not least was my third package... We opened it carefully and it was from my lovely furriends, *MOLLY & FAMILY*. When I looked inside of the box, I was meowless... so many neat things! It as ordered from "George" which has really cool kitty stuff. Let's see... there was a green Cactus toy (really cute), a long Snake (red, yellow & black) and a Kitty Horseshoe that says "Lucky" on one side and "Cat" on the other. It's moss green and red. There's more... there was a container that looked like Chinese Kittytake Out and it was filled with a bag of kitty treats! These are really interesting toys and stuffed really full. This is so so nice of Molly, Dexter, River, Angel Alice & "Mag7"

I want to thank each of you so so much furr your beautiful Get Well presents and cards. My family and I would also like to send you a special thankyou furr all of your purrrrrs & purrayers. I was so surprised today as I have been with all of my presents from my dearest besties. My family and I love dearly and greatly appreciate everything you have done furr me. Your love and concern always brings a tear to meowmy's eye. God Bless each and everyone of you... *sending lots and lots of Kitty Kisses*

Purrrrs!

Keeping All Of My Furriends Updated!

Today was the first day that both meowmy & daddy had to work. Meowmy only worked 4 hours (12-4p) so that wasn't bad at all. As soon as she came home, I was the first she called. When I didn't come down right away, she ran upstairs all worried looking and there I was with all 5 of my siblings in meowmy's bed, napping. Meowmy really worries about me now that I am sick and constantly keeps a close eye on out!

I have been playing with my mousies and just love the ones from my bestie, Fido. Every morning when meowmy and daddy wake up, there are several mousies in the bed from you know who... the "Mousie Kitty!!!" Meowmy will not restrict my play time nor stop me from being a kitten. Our home is purry quiet and peaceful so at least it's stress free furr me. I love playing with my siblings and that makes meowmy so happy. She's happy if I'm happy. I still have a BIG appetite which my pawrents like to see. Hummm... me not eat? I am doing my best to stay as strong as I can considering how sick I am. I've been a good boy with taking my meds but of course there are days that I may give meowmy a littel trouble but she manages to get it right down! I HATE taking so many pills. HISSSSS!

Thanks again furr all of your beautiful Presents, Stars, Rosettes, P-Mails, Purrrrs & Purrayers. You have been such wonderful furriends to me and my family and we love all of you and your families purry much! *sending lots and lots of sandpaper kisses*!


Purrrrs!

A Thinking Of You Present From Simba Came Furr Meowmy & Me- Today!

Today, *SIMBA* and Simba's meowmy sent us an adorable Thinking Of You present... When meowmy came home from work early this evening, there was a package at the front door. It was delivered by the Florist and addressed to eowmy & me. As soon as she walked in the door, she called me. I was in my condo but I always answer to meowmy when she calls me. We opened the attached card first and it was from our dearest besties, Simba & Jen (Simba's meomwy). She wrote such a beautiful message to the both of us wanted to send us lots of "Kisses & Hugs!" Meowmy was so touched and very grateful. We then proceeded to opened the box together and enclosed was a beautiful bag of silver & red Hershey Kisses with a red ribbon along with a lovely caramic plate with Tic Tac Toe designs on it (X's & O's with a heart in the center). It is soooo cute! Awww... the Hershey Kisses represent their kisses & hugs to us. I want to put the candies on the plate and play Tic Tac Toe with meowmy...

Thankyou purrry much Simba & Simba's meowmy (Jen) furr being so kind and thinking of us during this sad time. It's special friends like you who have helped make our day brighter and we thank everyone who has been so thoughtful. Thanks again furr all of your purrrs & prayers, as well. This means everything to my family and me and we love you dearly! Meowmy is so excited about the Hershey Kisses. They have always been her favorite. Meowmy says "thanks so much Simba & Jen!" xoxo

Time to play Tic Tac Toe!


Purrrrs!

Yipppeeee... I Got Mail Today From My Bestie, FIDO!

Mail Mail Mail furr me and only me! Meowmy went to get the mail this morning and guess what there was? Yup... a big brown padded envelope between the doors and it was addressed to the one and only Picasso from my dearest Bestie, *FIDO* (my mousie partner). I watched meowmy as she opened it in front of me and OMC there were such fun toys enclosed. First there was a really cute Catnip Pillow from Kooky Cat toys and a neat yellow Catnip Banana that smells really good. The next two presents are so special... 2 mousies (green and beige) that purrsonally belonged to Fido. This is such a special gift that I will always treasure. He knows how much I love to play mousies and he so kindly gave me his original ones, which he created his own work... The beige mousie has no tail *giggles* Now that's what I call a work of art! Lets see if I can add my creation to them, as well??? Thanks so much my wonderful furriend furr making my day so so happy. I have been playing with my Fido mousies and even carried them to meowmy. I love you purrrrrrry much Fido and I'm so happy that you are my partner in mousie crime and my Bestest Furiend!

Purrrrs!

A Big RED AT3 Stroller Came Today!

Today, we got a really neat Red AT3 STROLLER which was delivered by DHL. I sniffed the box to see what may be in there... wasn't food! As soon as meowmy opened it a little while later, I couldn't believe it... a new RED AT3 Stroller! Meowmy took some time putting it together because the back wheels were difficult as well the tray. As soon daddy came home from work, he saved the day by putting the wheel and tray together. We give meowmy credit too since she put most of it together. She left the difficult stuff up to daddy. Sorry daddy but you know how meowmys are.

When the stroller was all finished, I was the 2nd to go in with the help of meowmy. Of course, my big brother, Jaspurr was the first to jump in without hesitation. What's new when it comes to Japspurr and the stroller. I just layed in there enjoying how roomy and comfy it was. Kinda like a bed. Hey.... not a bad idea huh? Meowmy took pics of Jaspurr, Snowmitts and me in the new stroller. Aspen was sound asleep so he'll get his turn tomorrow, providing Jaspurr doesn't hog it up again. I think meowmy will say something since Aspen didn't get his pic taken yet. Thanks so much meowmy furr this wonderful surprise! *kissies to meowmy & daddy*

Purrrrs!

A Package Came Furr Me From Bestie, Rocky Ann!

Today, meowmy went to get the mail and there was a package by the front door. She couldn't wait to come in and help us open it to see who sent this present. I patiently watched her open the box and it was from my bestie, *ROCKYANN & FAMILY*. There was the cutest little Garfield wearing PJ's with purrty colored hearts all over them and he was even holding a Teddy Bear. Meowmy said... "Look Picasso, he's a baby just like you! Since I saw my name on the card, I ahhhh.... well.... claimed him. My siblings didn't mind because they know that it was a Get Well Garfield from Rocky Ann and they want to see me happy. Now I have a cute new buddy! *Kisses Garfield*

Thanks so much Rocky Ann and Family furr being so kind and thinking of me during this most difficult time. Ie love you purry much!

Purrrrs!

Wow... Beautiful Flowers from Boogers & Family!

Today, there was a knock on the door and who was it??? It was the Florist! Meowmy couldn't believe it when she saw such a beautiful arrangement of lovely smelling flowers with a BIG pink bow in a purrty vase. She smiled, opened the attached card and it was from our bestest, *BOOGERS & FAMILY*. Of course, meowmy started to cry because it was so thoughtful of them. It just touched her deeply, knowing what wonderful furriends we have who have shown their concern during my illness and the well being of my family. Thanks so much Auntie Sam, Uncle Dan, Boogers, Fido & Hondo. That brought so much sunshine into our home today... We love all of you so so much. I must say, those flowers smell so purrty! Thanks again furr thinking of us during this most sad and difficult time.

Purrrrs!

Yipppeee Furr Our Lovely Rocky Ann (COTW)!

I was so happy to find out that *ROCKYANN* was chosen Cat Of The Week. She is such a lovely girl and has been so supportive with my entire family since I was diagnosed with VERY severe Cardiomyopathy. She was so kind and started a PURRRR Thread in the Groups furr me so that I can gets lots of Purrrs and Purrayers. I have so many wonderful furriends who I love so much here on Catster. Thanks agin Rocky Ann and thanks to all of my wonderful furriend who are purraying furr me.

Have a great week Rocky Ann and make sure that you get extra celebration strolls!!!!!!!!!!!!! Lets give a BIG huggie to our dear furriend and bestie, RA!

Purrrrs!

Look... I'm A Kitty Movie Star!

OMC! Look at all of my beautiful Stars & Rosettes. I feel like a Movie Star when I look at my page and so colorful! I haven't had a chance to thank several of you purrsonally because meowmy has been so busy with watching me and making sure that I am breathing ok. She has to count the intakes and outakes of my breathing patter. plus, I have to take medication several times a day. HISSSSS... I hate that medicine but meowmy has a secret of getting it down my throat. I gave her a bit of a difficult time today but she won!

Please know how much I appreciate and love all of your Stars, Rosettes & P-Mails that you have so kindly sent me. There is nothing stronger than the power of Love, Purrayer and Furriendship. I love each and everyone of you so much...

Purrrrs!

I Was Diagnosed With VERY Severe Cardiomyopathy (HCM)!

Tonite, meowmy brought me to the Cardiologist earlier than our scheduled appt because they had called asking us, asking us to come in earlier since they wanted close the hospital earlier, due to the purry bad weather (snow/ice). The doctor read my X-Rays and explained to meowmy that my heart was quite large. Then he proceeded to go ahead and do the Ultrasound, which revealed VERY severe Cardiomyopathy (HCM). I was actually in Congestive Heart failure (CHF) when I was there and he gave me a big shot of Lasix. They hooked all kinds of funny looking thingies on my paws and rubbed my chest and belly with this weird jelly stuff.... eeewww... it made my furr all sticky! Finally, I was done and in the carrier I went. I saw meowmy crying and I was so concerned furr her. Come to find out, I am purrrry sick and they can't really give me a life expectancy. He was explaining to meowmy that I can leave my family at anytime but he couldn't say exactly when. I will try to stay with them as long as I can... Meowmy and daddy have given me such a wonderful and happy life, even though I am still purry young. Meowmy keeps telling herself that it's the quality of life that's important but it is still difficult furr her to accept, knowing that I will not live a full life that I so deserved. I am on several heart medications, including lasix 2x daily. Meowmy is doing all that she can to try and help me be comfortable while dealing with this horrible disease. She looked into getting me a heart Transplant but they don't yet offer this in kitty cats. Soooo sad... what makes us any different than humans?

Cardiomyopathy is a disease that is rapid. The indications of Cardiomyopathy is an enlarged heart and thickening walls around the heart where blood can not flow properly. This can cause a clot which travels to the hind legs and will cause paralysis or a sudden heart attack, as well as Congestive Heart failure, which I was going through (CHF) during my Cardiogram. It is worse for a kitty of my age because I am so young and the disease progresses so quickly. Some kitty cats will develop it over the years and some will develop it within a few weeks or months, depending on how large the heart is. I would be so happy to celebrate my FIRST Birthday in July.

The most important thing is that my meowmy knows how happy she has made me and the full life that she and daddy have given me, as well as my siblings. I have met so many wonderful furriends here on Catster and I love all of you so much! Please always remember that. Meowmy is going to take one day at a time...

Time to take a nap with my bestest, Snowmitts. We are like two peas in a pod and he worries about me all the time. NEVER leaves my side. Has been like that since we first met.

Thanks again furr all of your purrrrs and and purrayers please keep purraying furr me... I love all of you so so so much!

Purrrrs!

My Cardiology Appointment Is Tonite!

This morning when meowmy woke up, she saw me looking out of the window and the snowflakes falling. Yaaaa... our first big snow. That was so neat to watch. I tried to catch them but no such luck.

Tonite I will be going to the Cardiologist to have an Ultrasound done on my heart, along with other tests. I will keep you posted on the results and what the Doctor says. I will try to convince him to give me good news.

I would like to thank all of my wonderful furriends furr all of the most beautiful Stars, Rosettes, P-Mails and Purrrrr Thread responses. This brought tears to meowmy's eyes just knowing how many wonderful kittys and their families love and care about me so much... I still have a lot of catching up to do, as well as my brothers but we will all get to that when we get a chance. Meowmy has been so busy with keeping an eye on my breathing.

I would like to send a purry special thanks to my dear furriends and besties... *ROCKYANN*, *BOOGERS & CO.* and *HAZEL LUCY*furr being so kind and spreading the word about my present condition. I appreciate all of the purrrrrs and purrayers that I have been getting. Love to each of you! xoxo

Purrrrs!

Had An Emergency Vet Visit Today! :(

Last night, meowmy noticed that my breathing pattern wasn't normal (somewhat heavy). Of course, I was purrring which will make the pattern look different but she knew something didn't look like it usually does. She brought me in as an Emergency patient today and they decided to take several X-Rays of my heart, lungs and chest. When the vet came back, she wanted to speak to meowmy in the patient room. She showed her the X-Rays and it revealed that I have an enlarged heart, along with fluid surrounding the heart area. Usually an enlarged heart indicats Cardiomyopathy (Heart Disease). This was such sad news furr meowmy and my family who loves me so so much. All she did was cry, knowing what a horrible disease Cardiomyopathy is and especialy with me being so young. Actually, Cocoa has that disease and is on heart medication furr the rest of his life, as well as Cardiology exams and scans, yearly. It has been about 3 years now since Cocoa was diagonsed. The younger the age, the worse it could be for the patient. I am only 6 months old. Tomorrow evening, I have an appointment with my Cardiologist to have several test done, including a Cardiogram and Ultrasound and we'll know furr sure what's going on with me? I am on an anitibiotic as well as a medication to help dry up the fluids at this time. Please purray for me that I'll be ok... we'll keep you posted and thanks again.

Time to go and comfort my meowmy because she is so sad and has been crying since this news. I'll bring her one of my mousies!

Purrrrs and lots of love to all of you!
xoxo

My Super Stroller Celebration Cake!

Wow... this is such a PURR-fect day furr me. When meowmy came home from work, the first thing she said was "Cassi... I have something furr you!" As soon as I heard that name, I came running down like I was in a marathon! She took something special out of the bag furr me and it was a.... guess what it was? Can you guess? you're right, it was a Super Stroller celebration cake just furr me! It is so purrty, too. It's a vanilla cake with white icing ans has the letters "SS" on it and is decorated with a yellow border, a blue flower and even has purple stars on the side to mark that I am a Super Stroller Star! How cool is that. Oh and there's more... there are even multi-colored sprinkley thingies on the cake. Your next question??? Did meowmy take a picture? Of course she did! Afterall, we're talking about my meowmy, the camera lady. I am so excited to be celebrating this week with such a pawsome Honor. Thanks again to all of my lovely furriends on Catster.


Purrrrs!

OMC...I AM Super Stroller Of The Week!

I am totally meowless... I couldn't believe what my blue eyes were reading when I saw that I was Super Stroller Of The Week. This is such a wonderful Honor and I can't begin to thank you enough *chases tail and does a dance* How cool is this! Meowmy said that she is going to bring me back something special after work today... Hate that meanie place called work because meowmy has to leave me today. Hummmm, what will she bring me back? Could it be a Catgrats cake from that wonderful bakery girl who does all of our cakes? This is going to be the bestest week furr me and I would like to purrsonally thank all of my lovely furriends furr the beautiful Stars & Rosettes and Catgrats P-mails. Love all of you purry much!

Hey Fido, this does call furr a Headless Mousie celebration. Fido and I are partners in.... ummm.... Headless Mousies!

Meowmy just took pics of me in the Stroller. Had to be taken indoors because it's way to cold outside but who says you can't stroll indoors??? We do! Afterall, a Super Stroller is a Super Stroller and it's NOT just furr the outdoors. We believe in making exceptions when it comes to the Stroller...


Purrrrs!

Happy 2nd Birthday Aspen!

Yaaaaa furr Aspen. He turns 2 today and we're having an all day pawty furr him. Happy Birthday my furriend. I'm bringing lots of mousies to the pawty furr me and my besties to play with. The fun is about to begin! Ready Fido and Awnee & Troop???

Purrrrs!

A Valentine's Day Package From Simba Came Today!

A package came a package came a package came and it was from our furriend & bestie, *SIMBA*! When meowmy called us downstairs, we had a feeling that we may have gotten something, but weren't quite sure what it was or what she wanted? Wow, it was a package addressed to us and we couldn't wait to open it. When we did, we found a really cute Chinese container that looked like "Takeout!" It is actualy called Tabby Takeout and was ordered from a wonderful place called Plain Brown Tabby. The smell was so yummmmy.... Afetr opening the container, we found that there were s many cool things inside. The container also had a Guest Check that was handwritten just like an order and it said "Honeysuckle To Go." There was a list of the things that were included in the Tabby Takeout. This is what was inside... 1 Honeysuckle Cushion (Kitty Kottage), 1 Honeysuckle Aromatherapy Stress ball, 2 Octopus Toys, 1 Valerian Twist (Kooky Kat), Kitty Kaviar and a sample of Wildside Salmon! This is such a fun gift and are having great time playing with the toys and eating the treats!

Thanks Simba furr your furtastic presents and furr making our Valentine's Day purry special. Love You Lots, Simba!

Purrrrs!

Today Is Meowmy & Daddy's Annifursary!

Today is a purry special day furr meowmy & daddy because it's their Annifurrsary of seven years... Happy Annifursary meowmy & daddy! We love you purry much. xoxo

Lots of Love & Sandpaper Kisses!

Wow... Valentine's Heart Rosettes!

Today meowmy went to the Doctors and she has a purry bad Sinus Infection! Poor meowmy. The Doctor has her on antibiotics and some other Sinus medications furr 5 days. Her chest and lungs have some fluid so hopefully, this will help.

OMC! Catster now has Red Valentine's Day Heart Rosettes... There are 2 different designs which is so cool of Catster to do. We had sooo much fun with those and I would like to purrsonally thank Rocky Ann and Fido furr my beautiful Red Hearts!

Purrrrs!

Valentine's Day Gifts From Boogers & Co.!

Our Besties, *BOOGERS & CO.* sent us some neat things furr Valentine's Day! Well, there was a really cute card, catnip with a kick, beautiful red rosees and last but not least... cod! Meowmy broke it up furr us and it was purry good! She did say that we must wait until after dinner before having more. What great presents!

Thanks purry much Boogers, Fido & Hondo furr making our Valentine's Day so much fun.

Purrrrs!

Yippeeee! No More Clavamox!

I'm done I'm done I'm done of that horrible medicine! I had to take it furr 10 days straight and it felt like years. Hisssssssss! I hate that stuff and I never want to see it again. Well, I can wake up tomorrow, not having to be on the "look out" furr that Clavamox syringe. I tried to run away a few times but meowmy was too smart and captured me before I got too far (like under the bed). Thanks furr all of your purrayers, P-Mails & Rosettes while I was sick. That meant a lot to me.

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Baby (In Loving Memory) Went To Rainbow Bridge Today

We are all purry sad about the passing of our furriend, *BABY (In Loving Memory)*. She was sick furr awhile but she only got worse. Today, her pawrents had to make the sad and purry difficult decision to help send her to Rainbow Bridge so she wouldn't have to suffer any longer. When our meowmy read Baby's diary, she cried... We will miss you, Baby but know that you will always be in our thoughts & purrayers, as well as your family. Goodbye is NOT forever and one day, we will all meet again and be together.

Sad Purrrrs

Valentine's Day Presents From Eve & Co.!

Today I was trying to help meowmy fix our Catster pages. They did some kind of update and it made everything in the Bios goofy. Everything was all mixed together. Don't like!

This was a fun day furr me because our Bestie, *EVE & CO.* sent us a Valentine's Day package. First... let me tell you what I really loved in the package??? It's a crinkle mousie and you know how much I love my mousies. I may even bring it to Aspen's Birthday pawty but I'll have to keep a close eye out furr the Mousie Thief, *FIDO* . You know what happened with the last pawty. There were little floating hearts and also 2 beautiful cards with Ollie & Eve's pics. There's more... they gave meowmy a gift package of heart shaped candies and there was a heart shaped keyring. The keyring will be going on the stroller. Oh, meowmy left daddy one piece of candy. MOL! Last but not least, there was a package of Greenies!!!!!! We LOVE Greenies!


Thanks purry much Eve, Ollie & Emma furr making our Valentine's Day so special!


Purrrs!

Oh No... Our Beautiful Pages???

For some reason, all of our pages were messed up. Something with codes not working with each other we think??? A few days ago, they weren't the same and never went back to normal. Meowmy had to delete so many things that she worked so hard creating (Slideshows, Music, Birthday Ticker, etc). We are all purrrrry upset about this. She will try to play around with the pages to see what works with what? So far, not much luck. How are all of your pages??? EVIL codes!

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Packages Went Out To Our Besties, Today!

This afternoon, meowmy sent out our packages furr our Besties (Valentine's Day) on her way to work . She had them all sealed and ready to go, last night. Can't wait until they get their present. Should be arriving sometime next week, depending on whether or not the Postie will be EVIL?

Purrrrs!

Groovy Valentine's Day Card From Rocky Ann!

This has been such a pawsome day furr me, so far. First of all, as you all know... this little guy was cosen Daily Diary Pick, which I am so excited. Then we got a really neat card in the mail from *ROCKYANN*. It is a Valentin's Day card in the cutout shape of a cute Groovy "Beetle Bug car." It has so many purrty colors (like my mousies). That wasn't it... then she put 3 of these really cute cards that change all different designs when you turn their angle. Now how cool is that! Thanks RA furr the fun card. I will be playng with these all day. I'm going to invite Fido over to see if he wants to play with me. He'll love these cards and we can play mousies, too!

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I Was Chosen Daily Diary Pick!

Yippeee Doodles! I couldn't believe it when I saw all of the wonderful catgrats from my furriends on Catster. I received beautiful Rosettes and P-Mails from all of my wonderful furriends. This has made my day so special and thanks again furr your thoughtfulness... means so much to me. *throwing kisses*

Purrrrrs!

FIDO Is Being An Evil Kitty!

Hisssss! *FIDO* stole all of my mousies last nite at Andre & N'bikay's Birthday pawty when I was playing with my furriends, *SOCK & TROOP* and never even apawwwlogized. Read his EVIL diary furr today. It's an EVIL diary furr an EVIL Kitty! I'm going to get Snowmitts to sit on him and then he'll really be sorry. I'm telling meowmy all about this and I will tell his meowmy, too. You're in big trouble meanie Fido! This isn't fair... I'm only a baby and you're being such a brat.

HISSSSSSSSS!



**UPDATE** Fido just apawwwlogized furr being so mean and he even handed all of my mousies back to me. I gave him a purrty light blue one furr keeps. That's because I'm a nice kitty. Apology accepted, Fido. Glad that's resolved because you're one of my dearest besties! xoxo

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Birthday Pawty Furr Our furriends, N'bikay & Andre!

Last night we had o much fun at *N'BIKAY* & *ANDRE'S*2nd Birthday pawty! I brought a bunch or mousies, knowing that I may need them furr other furriends to play with. Was I right or was I right! I played with Jinx, Sock, "purrty Awnee", Simi, Cinderella, Snowmitts & Fido. Well, let me tell you what a brat *FIDO* was. We were all having fun until he came over. He stole my mousies when I threw them. At first I went looking furr them and no luck... the reason was because Fido stole the mousies after I threw them and even admitted to it. If I knew that, I would have never let him play with us. I was being a nice kitty and that's the thanks I get. I even told Boogers & my meowmy but they didn't seem to say much about it. I guess they think that maybe I have to stop being such a cry kitty but you know, I am still a baby! *giving a long glare at Fido*! I think Fido should apologize furr being such a brat. He is still my bestie and I love him purry much but he didn't have to be so mean by taking my mousies, especially when I invited him to join us. Grrrrrrr!

My brother, Aspen was meowing with my furriend's sister, Ashlye. They look really nice together and even my sister kashmere said that. She thinks Ashlye is purrty too. We all do and so sweet. I think her family is so cool and they played mousies with my up until it was time furr them to leave. Thanks so much Awnee & troop!

We were all worried about Boogers, Fido & Hondo because they were running late but we found ou that their meowmy had to work until 8:00 and then she had to run out to get some presents. I was happy to see Boogers & Co. Even Fido until he started being bad.

Thanks furr such a great pawty... We all enjoyed it purry much!

Purrrrs!

Ya Ya Ya Furr Aspen!

Way to go Aspen furr being chosen Daily Diary Pick, today. This is so PAWSOME ad we couldn't be happier. I will even let him play with my little fuzzy mousies if he'd like... Afterall, this is his special day and we all want him to know how proud we are.

Thanks to all of you furr making his day even more special with your Rosettes & P-Mails!

Purrrrs!

My Blue Eyes Saw Snowflakes Furr The First Time!

That was so neat to see... it was the first time I ever saw snowflakes falling from the sky. I had no idea what was going on at first so I asked Snowmitts but he didn't know since it was his first snowflake sighting, too. We actually thought they were toys or something. We couldn't ask meowmy because she was at work, but when she got home we did ask. Then she explained that they were snowflakes. I want more of those!!!!!!!! Too bad I couldn't catch them, though.

I also took my Clavamox like a big boy today... yaaaaaa furr me! Maybe meowmy will get me some goodies at the Cat Show tomorrow??? Hummmm?

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Another Day Of Clavamox!

Well... this is my first day of the Clavamox and I did so well with taking it. I've also been eating more and meowmy is really proud of me. Actually, I'm starting to feel better now and my wonderful furriends who have p-mailed me and sent me Rosettes have encouraged that. Thanks again furr your Get Well wishes. You are the Bestest!

Purrrrs!

OH NO... Clavamox!