Growing Pains!

Hi Friends,
Well, Gomez and I and the rest of our family have been trying to take care of that crazy baby Poco Taz! As soon as my parents let him out of his room, he ran about the house like a kitten maniac. Gomez didn't know what to do except to get hot water. I told him that surely the internet baby sites he visited said to do something for a baby besides that! I have tried to escort him to his litter box, and he is very good about using it except when he rolls in the litter and I can't stop him. It is frustrating that he will not listen to me when I tell him not to do things. This morning he ran way up to the top of one of our cat towers and I was so afraid he would fall off. I am going to have to relax if I am going to be a good cat mentor, my friends! If you have any tips for me on parenting Poco, I would like to hear them.
Exasperated purrs,
Orvis

Getting the Nursery Ready

Hi Friends,
It's only 5 days until the new baby arrives. Gomez and I have been trying to get ready for the new baby. We have been consulting online baby sites. There is so much to do!
Taz taught me that when I have lots to do, I should make lists and prioritize my tasks. So here is my big list!
1. Make sure everything is very clean. I am making Mom do laundry. Taz always said Mom's talents were uniquely suited to cleaning.
2. Practice litter box teaching skills. I will have the baby using the little mancats' room with me or Gomez. If you recall, I did this with Taz so well he called me Senator!
3. Go shopping for baby food. I did this and picked up a few things for myself!
4. Make sure baby has plenty of speedos!
5. Check my playlist for good tunes that are easy to dance to.
Can you think of anything I am missing, my friends?
Purrs of paternal responsibility,
Orvis

My family is Growing!

Hi Friends,
I was surprised to see I am a daily diary pick! I hope you guys enjoy reading about me and my family.
Well, my new sister Alma Jean has arrived and I am pleased to report everyone is getting along with her! She just kind of hangs around the house with us and our parents, and does not tease us or get in our faces. We like this. Last night she came up on the bed with all of us for the first time, and we had no fights or hisses.
I heard Mom and Dad talking yesterday after they got home from a cat show. You see, my Dad has missed my big brother Taz very, very much. Dad raised Taz from a little kitten and he was with him constantly. My parents have decided that they are going to adopt a very special little kitten for DAd, who was born on the same day Taz went to the bridge. He is with his sisters and mom now, and will be coming to our home around May 11.
His name is now Taz. Mom says she will call him Little Taz. Dad says that might not work when he is 20 pounds or more! This kitten must be some kind of giant breed of cat!
Purrs of growing responsibilities as head of a large household,
Orvis

Anticipation

Hi Friends,
Today I take on the most important task yet in my new position as head of my household.
Mom said it will be my job to prepare and lead my family in the welcoming of my new sister. She will arrive this evening.
I have all of my siblings readying themselves for her arrival. I told Gomez to remember what Taz has taught him about his actions around ladies. Also, I told Marvel Ann to begin organizing the closet better so our new sister can see the wardrobe that awaits her!
We can't wait to introduce her to you, my friends,
Until next time,
Orvis

My Beloved Sister Ko has Flown to the Bridge

Hi Friends,
I guess Taz will be seeing another member of our family much sooner than any of us thought, or hoped. My sister Ko fell asleep for the last time this morning in the arms of my Mom. Ko had been doing so well, but yesterday Mom was giving her a pill and saw that her mouth was bleeding. When she took Ko to the doctor, they found that the tumor had broken through to her mouth. The doctors can't fix this, so Mom brought Ko home to say goodbye. She had pain killers so she was comfortable and was able to eat overnight.
I am going to miss dear Ko.
Sad purrs,
Orvis

What Would Taz Do?

Hi Friends,
It's spring early here. I should be happy it's so warm out and I can look out the open windows at the birdies. But my new responsibility weighs heavily upon me.
You see, Taz named me his Purrsonal Representative. This means I am in charge of all his possessions, his properties, and his business. Yes, I must maintain and protect Taz' Closet and Taz' Side Door Shows, among other things. I was so surprised to hear Taz' last wishes from Mom.
I know I will need the help of my family to represent Taz' legacy. With the warmer weather, customers started showing up at the Side Door. I have named brother Gomez President of the Shows to attend to production immediately.
Jacob will help me curate Taz' Closet. Joey is helping with Taz' other interests, such as his electric beds and linens. Marvel Ann of course will continue as the entertainment for the Shows. And finally, Taz left instructions that I was not to give Ko a job. She needs all her strength to fight her disease, and Taz knew this.
Please wish me good luck, Friends, I so want to continue as Taz would want me so to do.
Apprehensive Purrs,
Orvis

Xena is Cat of the Day!

Hi Friends,
My beautiful wife, Xena, is Cat of the Day today! Please join me in sending good wishes to my wife on this wonderful honor.
http://www.catster.com/cats/288223
Proud husbandly purrs,
Orvis

A Tribute to my Dearest Brother

Hi Friends,
By now I think many of you know my dear brother, Taz, made his final journey to be with his beloved Catsy.
My family is in shock. Taz went to his regular vet visit on Wednesday. A few hours after they got home, Taz began crying and crying. My parents noticed that he was arching his back and could not walk properly. By the time they got him to the vet Thursday, he had gone blind; they checked his blood pressure and it was stable. His blood work came back with news his kidneys had lost more function. Any of these things alone Mom and Dad may have been able to help Taz through, but all of them together made him frightened and in pain.
I slept with Mom all of last night. You see, I loved my brother Taz very much. He taught me all I know about being a fine mancat, dressing well and pleasing the ladies. I don't quite know what I will do without him.
I know you all loved my big brother, too. Please join me in looking at the sky tonight, and thinking of my big brother Taz, healthy and happy with his beloved Catsy, beyond the rainbow.
Purrs of love and remembrance,
Orvis

Proudly displaying my birthday gift from TAZ!

Hi Friends,
Boy, I really stumped you guys! Here I am in my birthday gift from Taz. As you can see, as he promised they look completely natural and womencats, specifically my wife, will love them!! I can't wait for Mom to make me a speedo that matches the color inside the ears. Look out, POOL BOYCAT!!!
Purrs of proud manliness,
Orivs

Birthday Gift from Taz

Hi Friends,
My brother Taz got me the best birthday gift! He says that when I look at them I will always think of him. Taz told me that he chose them with me in mind, that they look completely natural on me, and that my wife will just love them!!!!
Can you guess what Taz gave me for my birthday?
Double Jeopardy Purrs,
Orvis