~ Hooch's Howlings ~

I am a DDP today and it is also Calamity's meowmy's real- birthday!

OMC! Well, what a lovely way to wake up. I found a pmail from Eddy telling me to wake up and that I was a DDP for today. Thanks for sharing the good news with me, Hazel Lucy! Thank you Catster HQ and Diary Gal. Oh wow. *claps paws*

I finally came out of hiding late yesterday. I was taking NO chances that I would be placed in THAT prison carrier and carted off to see the Doc Doc. Nosiree! Not happening if I can help it.

I would like to concatulate Maynard on being COTD, Eddy on being COTW, and Orlando Blue on being a DDP with me. Nice to see furiends on the honors pages.

Mercy and her sweet furmily sent me a purrty heart. They said, "Congrats on being a diary pick, cute Dr. Hooch! We wish you the best with your new insulin and will continue to keep you in our purrs. Love, The Turkeys"

Jasmine and her sweet furmily sent me a blue ribbon. They said, "Concats on DDP today!!! You are a special and wonderful kitty and we love you!!! Love always, Jasmine Delilah, Isabelle Love, Pumkin Pooh and Blue xoxoxox"

Tate and Tonka sent me a Blue Frosted Cupcake!. They said, "Congrats Hooch on being chosen for DDP of the day! We hope your medication is helping you and not hurting you, your too cute to be hurt Love, Tate and Tonka"

Aedan sent me a cool pumpkin. He said, "Hey Hooch! Concats on being named DDP! And I don't blame you for hiding. Humans can be very sneaky when it comes to the prison carrier!!!"

My pawsome angel furiend Zack sent me a heart. He said, "Good morning Hooch, and what a fine day to see you as a DDP! It will be nice to have your friends visit today. Relax, and you can come out of hiding, I'll keep watch! Love & purrs, >^,,^< Zack" Thanks for keeping watch for me, Zack.

My special and beloved brave angel furiend Macallan and his furmily sent me a furever gold crown. He said, "*grinning ear to ear* Hooch, my dear, dear furriend, so pleased to see you are DDP, so deserving. Enjoy your day ole pal! Purrs of deep furriendship & love, Macallan and earth furblings"

6:05 PM EST ~

Well, hiss and spit. I wrote this earlier this morning and my "dorky" and "blonde" meowmy furgot to hit save this entry and display for all to read. The "dork" saved it as a draft. Gee, thanks Meowmy.

Madison and her pawsome furmily sent me a healing heart. They said, "ConCATs to you sweet Hooch on being a DDP! What a special honor for a special cat! You are always in our thoughts sweetie! xoxoxoxo Madi and furamily" Madi, we remember you in our purrs and prayers. You are furry special and loved.

Mojo sent me a fun football. He said, "Thank you fur thinking of me Hooch! I am doing very well, and haven't had the nasty 'C' return! How are YOU buddie? Wanna pway CATch? Purrs and manly hugs, Mojo" Mojo, thank you for the wonderful news. You stay in our purrs and prayers. Now, let's play some football... one, two, three... hike!

Eddy and her pawsome furmily sent me a Fall Maple Leaf!. They said, "Congrat's sweet Hooch on being a DDP today ! This is a Maple from our town. The Maple City. Have a great one. Love & Purr's & Wag's, Eddy & Family"

Chef Rooster and his pawsome furmily sent me a purrty heart. They said, "Concats on DDP dear Hooch.. get lots of love and have a pawsome day our friend! We love you! The Bryan Texas Kitties"

Tony and his pawsome furmily sent me a delicious shrimpie. They said, "Congratulations on being DDP Hooch! Hope you have a wonderful day and are feeling pretty good so you can enjoy all the extra attention. headbonks and hugs Tony and furryones"

Oliver and Dewey sent me a fun football. He said, "HAPPY DDP!!! Hopes yu dunt haz to go to da doc doc an' kin plays sum footsbawl!!"

Rusty sent me a pawsome Winner's Trophy Cup! He said, "To the best writer I know!! Congrats on DDP!! Meows. Rusty" Thank you, my praying furiend!

Pooter's sent me a fun acorn. She said, "Purr the new med works"
Hi

PorkChop sent me a brusselball. He said, "I don't know what this green thing is but I wanted to say Concats on your DDP!! This looks like it could be fun! I don't recommend eating it though"

My Angel BFF Belle sent me a furever gold crown. She said, "My sweet BFF! You are a diary pick today! Way to go! I hope you have a super, wonderful, furtastic day! *does an angel loop-the-loop* I love you furry much, Belle. I miss you. Thank you for taking good care of me from the Bridge.

My sweet Calamity sent me a furever gold crown. She said, "OMC! Hooch this is so fantastic!! Concats on being a DDP today!!! We hope you get lots of lovin and gifties from everyone who loves you!! Love you furever Calamity and the bunch xoxo" Guess what? Today is Calamity's meowmy's birthday. Happy Birthday to you Miss Cindy!

Dog and his sweet furmily sent me a delicious shrimp. They said, "ConCATs on being a DDP *claps paws* Hope you have a pawsome day in the spotlight!! Purrrrs, Dog & Family" Please keep Dog in your purrs and prayers. Dog is recovering from something no cat should effur have to go through. My prayers are for Dog's complete recovery.

Ginnger and his sweet furmily sent me a blue ribbon. They said, "Concats on being a DDP today! Way to go on escaping the prison carrier. Hope you're doing well & your new meds work well for your. purrs & hugs, Ginngie & family" Please send your purrs, prayers and love to Ginngie and his furmily as he is bravely battling the big "C". I love you, Ginngie!

Soc sent me a cool acorn. He said, "Hey Hooch buddy, DDP today, concats to you ,have a wonderful day my friend,we loves you furry much love always soc and familyxx"

Orlando Blue sent me a yummy shrimp. He said, "WOO-HOO, HOOCH! Concats on your DDP today! It's so pawsome sharing the limelight with you! Here's a shrimp to enjoy on your special day! Best Purrs Always, Landy" Concats to you my friend on your DDP honor today, too. It is nice to share it with you!

Angel Buddie sent me a blue ribbon. He said, "You have been selected to receive a Fresh "Buddie's Well Wishers GANG Healing Rosette"--Given with prayers, love & well wishes from HUNDREDS of furfaces represented by this Rosette! We love you, Our Hooch!!" Thank you for all the prayers and love you have given me throughout my year of illnesses. Your prayers have helped me, I just know it for sure.

My pawsome angel furiend Maynard and his furmily sent me a cool brusselball. They said, "Congrads on being DDP. You are soooo deserving of the award. Now it's time to Party so we gonna celebrate BIG time!"

A special thank you to my furiends Kibbles, Francis and Yoda for making my DDP picture for today. Didn't they do a pawtastic job?

7:05 PM EST ~

Casey sent me a patriotic flag. He said, "Hi Hooch: A big congrats on being chosen DDP today good friend. I hope your getting tons of cuddles (Duh!), loads of hugs (Please!) & bunches of gifties (Hurray!). Enjoy your special day Hooch and the flag for the veterans! Much Love, Casey"

Jasper has figured out what happened to my meowmy and my diary entry. He thinks she got into my catnip stash and that is why she furgot to enter my diary rather than to save it as a draft. Well, I have to find a better place to hide my nip from now on! *looks for a neato hiding place*

Thank you to all my furiends for the concats, gifties, pmails, and comments. It was a furry nice day. Thank you all for helping me celebrate it.

7:35 PM EST ~

Alfie and his sweet furmily sent me a blue ribbon. They said, "Concats Hooch on being a DDP today! Enjoy your special day. Love Alfie & family xxxx"

I am in hiding today.

Well, I heard the prison carrier come out this morning and I immediately went into seclusion and hiding. My meowmy keeps calling me but I will NOT come out. She even told me that I was acting goofy because the prison carrier was NOT for me. I DON'T believe her... I did hear Baby G's yowls and know she was carried out and gone for a while BUT I do NOT trust my meowmy not to capture me and take me to the doc doc too... I think I will stay in hiding today.

I overheard my meowmy talking about my Vetsulin. Many of you know there was a problem in the Vetsulin. I have been on Vetsulin since my diabetes was found and have done furry well since the correct dosage was found. It is furry upsetting to my meowmy to know I have to change my insulin now. Meowmy is going to my doc doc's on Tuesday to be shown the new dosage. My doc doc has chosen Glargine U100 insulin (Lantus) for me. I am to start with 2 1/2 units in the AM and then 2 units in the PM. Meowmy just wants to be shown how to measure because my doc doc told her the syringes were different sized. That scares my meowmy and she doesn't want to mess up.

Here is the notice from the FDA regarding Vetsulin ~

FDA’s Center for Veterinary Medicine Alerts Veterinarians About Problems with Vetsulin® to Treat Diabetes in Dogs and Cats
November 2, 2009

The Food and Drug Administration’s (FDA) Center for Veterinary Medicine (CVM) and Intervet/Schering-Plough Animal Health are alerting veterinarians and pet owners that Vetsulin®, a porcine insulin zinc suspension used to treat diabetes in animals, may have varying amounts of crystalline zinc insulin in the formulation. Because this Intervet/Schering-Plough Animal Health product is out of specification it could cause a delay in insulin action and an overall longer duration of insulin activity. Products having significant problems with stability can affect the management of chronic diseases. Unstable insulin products can result in unpredictable fluctuations in the glucose levels of diabetic patients. Intervet/Schering-Plough Animal Health is unable to assure FDA that each batch of their product is stable.

FDA and Intervet/Schering-Plough Animal Health request that veterinarians closely monitor their patients receiving Vetsulin® for any changes in onset or duration of activity, or for any signs of hyperglycemia or hypoglycemia. The classic signs of hyperglycemia include increased thirst, increased urination, weight loss and lethargy. The classic signs of hypoglycemia would include disorientation, unsteadiness, weakness, lethargy, and seizures.

While Intervet/Schering-Plough is working with FDA on resolving this issue, supplies may be limited. Therefore, veterinarians should consider transitioning their diabetic patients to other insulin products. In addition, FDA encourages veterinarians to report any adverse events with the Intervet/Schering-Plough Animal Health product to the company through the Technical Services Department at 1-800-224-5318.

Eddy sent me a yummy shrimp. She said, "Thank you so much sweet Hooch fur the plaque. I love it and you ! Here's some yummy shrimp furiend. Love & Purr's, Eddy"

5:09 PM EST ~

Jarvis and his pawsome furmily sent me a fun acorn. They said, "Good luck on the new meds, we hope it is a smooth transition. We love the Dr. Hooch look! Purrs for a happy fall, Jarvis and Furmily"

A nice thank you from Lola and Sunflower is a DDP today.

My sweet sisfur Sunflower was a DDP honoree today. I want to concatulate her. I wonder if she mentioned any bodily functions to get the attention? Hmm, it doesn't sound much like her but... you never know.

Today, Lola sent my furmily and me a purrty heart. She said, "Thanks for the pretty rose with the sweet message and congratulations when I was Cat of the Day, Hooch. You and your crew helped make it a very special day! I hope you're continuing to have good days. I'm always purring for you. prrrt, Lola" Please keep sweet Lola in your purrs and prayers.

A lovely giftie from a special angel furiend.

My dear furiend Angel Garfield and his furmily sent me a Kibble Time. They said, "Some tasty food from us all here in Wales"

Sweet thank yous from furiends.

Emily sent me a cool black cat. She said, "Thank you sweet Hooch fur the cat and plaque. You are so thoughtful ! Here's a pretty cat fur you. My favorite thing ! MOL ! Have a great day furiend ! Love & Purr's, Emily"

Bobbi Boi sent my furmily and me a purrty heart. He said, "Dear Hooch and Family, Thank you for celebrating my DDP with me today And I really don't blame you from hiding from that darn carrier. I'm sure you've had you fill of it!!!!! Happy Sunday, Love, Bobbi Boi"

Happy Halloween to all my furiends.

Dusty Miller sent my sisfur Patchez and me a really cute Halloween card in the mail this week. Thank you, Dusty Miller. Thank you for caring and praying all year for me, Dusty Miller.

I got another card in the mail from my pawsome furiend Rusty. He also sent a really cute mousie toy for me. I have been having lots of fun playing with my new toy. Thank you, Rusty. You are a pawsome furiend and pray warrior.

I have had more good days. Meowmy says that it is a really good thing with Patchez having her issues this week. I am happy that I have not had to go see the doc doc. I do hide when Meowmy gets the prison carrier out to take Patchez for her daily ride to the doc doc. Do you blame me?

10:10 PM EST ~

Oliver and Dewey sent me a cute little ghostie. They said, "Haz a Heppy Holloweenie mi pal!!! Dunt gettz askart uv dem twik an' tweeter..... or dis ghostie I sendin' yu!!! OoooOOOoooooOOOOooo!!"

Angel Zack and his pawsome furmily sent my furmily and me a cool pumpkin Halloween greeting. They said, "Hooch and family, We wish you a Boo-tiful Halloween, packed with fun surprises! Have a great time tonight.
Halloween Greetings

Love & purrs, >^,,^< Zack, Hannah & TWB"

Muppet and her precious furmily sent me a cool bat. They said, "Happy Halloween Hooch! Hope today is a good one, my friend! I sure know about those 'off' days! Prayers that you keep feelin' better & better! *hugs* Luv & Purrs, Lil' Muppet & Family xoxo"

Ozzy and Harriet sent me a cool pumpkin. They said, "Happy Halloweeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeenie!!! meowies! Ozzy and Harriet"

Bobbi Boi sent my furmily and me a cool ghost. He said, "Sweet Hooch and Family, Thank you for the Witch Hat and for celebrating my DDP with me It's been a lot of fun because of friends like you. Happy Hauntings....................Love, Bobbi"

Bailey Gray Cloud and his sweet furmily sent me a cool bat. They said, "Hey Hooch, Hope your Halloween is a pawsome & safe one! Best Purrs, Bail & Family"

I really need that Moose Mess in a hurry!

You would think that my meowmy would have learned her lesson about helping me with my diary since she let me down in that area lately. Other than my sad entry about effuryone's furiend Calvin on the 26th, my last entry was on the 19th. I thought that my meowmy would be helping me. I have so many thank yous for the rosies I have received. Thanks to all my sweet furiends for all the comments and pmails, too. I will try to get caught up this morning and during the day and my meowmy had better get on the ball or I will be accepting applications for a competent typist furry soon. Meowmy's excuse is that with Patchez suffering from the mystery fever again and with her own eye problem and with the loss furiends, she just hasn't been up to my diary... that just won't do. I need the moose mess to show my meowmy that I mean business about pawing my diary on a regular basis!

I have been doing purrty good lately. Some days my meowmy says she can tell from my eyes and lack of interest in joining the furmily that I am having an "off" day BUT nothing really bad. Meowmy is so happy to see me feeling better most days. I am up to resolving the other kitties issues in our home again. It is furry pleasing to my meowmy to see me taking charge again.

My meowmy has to take Baby G and Patchez into the doc doc this morning. Patchez has been to the doc doc effury day this week. If she keeps this up, she will catch up with my record there. Meowmy says we just need a permanent room there. I don't think so..........

After I pawed my diary on the 19th my meowmy did not allow me to check in and I got some lovely gifties.

Mouser sent me a candy corn. He said, "here is a sugar free treat for ny good friend"

Sweet Penelope and her pawsome furmily sent me a beautifur rose. They said, "For Hooch's Meowmy, We hope you will be feeling better very soon!We don't want you to miss trick-or-treating.We know Hooch and the rest of the family will take very good care of you. (((((HUGS))))Penny,Autumn,Roscoe & Dog& Mom"

Aryeh sent me a cool ghostie! He said, "Hi Hooch, Thank you so much for the diary day prezzy! That was so kind of you. I love these little ghosties. Here's one for you! wooo!!! booo! heee hee hee! enjoy and don't be scared, they are friendly and cute ghosties! Aryeh"

Sweet Angel Mipo sent me a witches hat. He said, "well, Hooch, I have been following your diary entries and I am very happy with what I have read. Our dear Stumpy has well adapted to rainbow life, and spends every night in England, joining Cathy in her dreams. kitty hugs Mipo, always your pal!"

Nakita sent me a scary bat. He said, "Sweet Hooch Thanks for my DDP congrats & for my yummy candy corn!*hugs*I really appreciate them! It's good to hear that you're doing better & back up to your normal weight! Purrs for no more FFs! Luv, Nakita *purrs for your mom's eye*"

On the 20th, I totally missed a pawsome picture that I would have been sporting all this time. I am really upset with my meowmy over allowing me to miss this one! Sir Alfie Kneads-A-Lot♥ and his pawsome furmily sent my furmily and me a Spooky Jack-o-lantern!! He said, "Happy Halloween to you and your family~ We love you~ Alfie and co" He made me the coolest picture! *puffs out chest*
Happy Halloween

On the 24th, Emily Felicity sent me a yummy shrimp. She said, "Thank you fur the pumpkin fur my DDP the other day Hooch! You are such a sweet boy! purrrs, Emily Felicity"

And Edgar sent me a pumpkin. He said, "Thank you fur the candy corn fur my DDP Hooch! You are such a sweet guy! purrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrring fur you! Edgar"

On the 26th, Soc sent me a blue ribbon. He said, "On this furry sad day i just had to send you a gift to say how furry much i appreciate having you as my friend, i so hope you are feeling o k , we love you Hooch, take carexx" I love you, Soc. Thank YOU for being my furiend.

On the 27th, I received some more lovely gifties.

Itsumo sent me a cool bat. He said, "Thank you Hooch fur the yummy candy corn. Here's a bat to chase around. MOL! Love & Purr's Itsumo"

Itsumo sent me a Spooky Jack-o-lantern!! He said, "Thank you so much Hooch for the great picture. You are the greatest ! Hope you like pumpkin's. Love & Purr's, Itsumo"

Karma Kitty and her sweet brofurs sent me a purrty heart of love. They said, "Hi Hooch, Just to let you know, we are forever thinking of you and we also send Prayers for you every day!!!! We love you always sweetie. Love, Karma, Punkin, Charlie and Bobbi"

On the 28th, Mathis der Meowler and his pawsome furmily sent me a nice pumpkin. They said, "Meow Hooch, Glad to hear you're back to your normal weight. We wish you a very Happy Halloween! Lots of purrs, Mathis, Belle, Antoine, Entrechat, Figaro, Kragen, Dusty & Clara" Thank you for all your support during my long illness. We thought I would never see this weight again. Each day is a celebration now for my furmily with me.

On the 29th, I got two lovely gifties from Riley sent my furmily and me a nice blue ribbon. He said, "Thanks Hooch & family, for sharing my first DDP day with me. It's been a lot of fun, and I finally see what all the fuss is about!
Thank You
Peace Bro, Riley " Peace out, Dude!

And Riley sent a lovely heart. He said, "Woohoo! A blue cupcake, my favorite! Thanks for the birthday present, Hooch, you all are spoiling me!
Thank You
Peace, love & catnip purrs, Riley" Peace, Dudecat!

Then today Nekko sent me a cool witches hat today. He is a DDP honoree. Concats to you Nekko. He said, "Thank you so much Hooch fur the candy corn and the plaque. I didn't ask cause I know you have a lot going on . Enjoy wearing this hat! MOL ! Happy Halloween furiend. Love & Many Purr's, Nekko"

And, Chef Rooster and his pawsome furmily sent me a scary bat. They said, "HAPPY HALLOWEEN HOOCH! Have a spooktacular time! Love The Bryan Texas Kittes"

I do sincerely apologize for this long delay in thanking each of you and in mentioning my sweet gifties. A few of my siblings will be playing catch up, too. They are, also, angry with our meowmy for allowing this to happen AGAIN!

Please say a little prayer and purr for my sisfur Patchez to get well.

We will miss you, Calvin.

We lost a dear friend named Calvin today. Our hearts are breaking right now. We know that Calvin is watching over all of his family and furiends now from the Bridge. Calvin touched so many hearts with his love and humor. We will miss you Calvin and will look to the heavens now for your beautifur orange face and wisdom. You took a piece of our hearts with you, dear furiend. We will forever love you. We send our love and pray for the comfort of your family in this time of such loss.

My meowmy is on my Moose Mess list again!

Well, my meowmy has done it again. She has allowed me to lag behind in my diary due to her schedule. What? How dare her to have a schedule that takes me away from mine! Pfffffffftttttttt!

Well, I have had to have 2 of the dreaded FF moments. On the 15th and 16th, I ended up getting a FF. I was not a happy camper but my meowmy explained it to me. She said that I must eat between my insulin shots and I did not eat enough to qualify. So, I got the dreaded FF. Now, the thing she did NOT tell me was that Friday, the 16th, was my B12 shot day. It is hard to believe I have gone from September 23rd when I had to see the vampires at my doc doc's until the 16th when I received my B12 shot. This IS the LONGEST I have been without going to the doc doc's since I became ill and visited the doc doc on February 18, 2009. WOW! This IS good news.

I have had some small throw up issues but almost all were related to hair. Meowmy says this is good because it means I am grooming myself more regularly these days.

Let me tell you about the 15th. Well, my meowmy came in that morning to check to see if I had eaten well enough and I had not so I got a FF. My meowmy looked normal. After she gave me the FF and my insulin shot and potassium, she said she had to go out. She was gone for a while. Well, someone stole my meowmy's hair color while she was gone. They turned her hair almost totally blonde again. It has been a while since she was really blonde. We all just looked at her and wondered what had happened. One of my siblings told us we needed to look for a pod to be sure that it was our meowmy, indeed. We think is safe because we couldn't find the pod anywhere.

Then, Friday morning, the 16th, I got another FF. *makes sad face* My meowmy was in a bit of a hurry because she had an appointment with the eye doc doc. Her left eye has been watering constantly for a month and she went to see her regular eye doc doc on Monday and he referred her to a specialist in this problem. When she came back home, she told me what her doc doc did to her. He stuck a syringe full of a wet solution into her tear duct to see if it is blocked. Well, there was an obstruction in the lower lid and the doc doc could not dialate the duct. Her upper lid is okay, however. Well, she is scheduled to return for the more simple procedure that her doc doc called a "one snip". He told her that he will "deaden" the area and then do this procedure in hopes that it will open the duct. If it doesn't, then they will go to the next step which will probably be the Pyrex tube inserted in the path to the nasal cavity for drainage. So, keep your paws crossed the "one snip" works for my meowmy.

Then, Meowmy pulled a fast one on three of us. Poor Cassidy, Baby G and I were herded into the prison carriers. I was the first one to be grabbed. I did not suspect anything since it has been almost a month since I last had to go. You know what I did? Well, I did the IP... all over the hardwood floor. My meowmy stuffed me into the prison carrier and ran into the kitchen to grab a syringe and she sucked some up in the syringe and put it in a ziplock baggie. She must be furry proud of my pee to take it to the doc doc. They looked at my pee and it showed a few white cells but they think effurything is okay with it and that my accident was from stress.

The next victim, er, candidate for the prison carriers was Baby G. She had to go for her B12 shot. Baby G weighed 9.9 pounds. We like her to stay right in that range.

Then, Meowmy had to move the sofa in the family room and fish Cassidy out. Cassidy has had very watery eyes lately and recently it was found that there is fur missing beside the left eye and there is a "crack" in the skin and it is bleeding off and on. At first, my meowmy thought maybe Cassie caught something from her or vice versa because both have had runny eyes. The doc doc said it was totally unrelated. Cassidy had to have cells wiped from the area and the doc doc looked at the "stained" cells to see if she saw anything weird. She did not but she put Cassie on Clavamox and on Bac/Neo/Polymix Opth. Meowmy has to chase Cassie down twice a day for the Clavamox and three times a day to put the ointment in her eye. She has to go back to the doc doc on Wednesday for a recheck. The skin beside her eye is still cracked but we haven't noticed more bleeding. Cassie weighed 9.7 pounds so her weight is staying basically the same.

Guess what my weight was? Well, I was a svelt 14.2. Yay. I am purrty much back to my normal weight before I became ill. I know that Dr. Booker will give me grief as they want my weight not to increase but my meowmy was happy to see me back to normal. It has been a long, hard road to get to this point. I don't have to go back for another month if I continue to do as well as I have this past month.

I am continuing to escort my pawrents up and down the stairs. They are wearing me out. They are worse than a cat on the wrong side of the door.

Saturday, my pawrents were gone all day long. My dad's uncle passed away in Tucson in September and the furmily brought his ashes back to the furmily burial spot and they had a memorial service for him and then they ate lunch with the cousins and then that night they went to the celebration of Uncle Jimmy's life and they got home LATE. My insulin shot was an hour off schedule. WHAT?

Yesterday, my meowmy had to go to the store and get litter and change out our 12 litter boxes. She had to do house maintanence things and she did NOT allow me to get on the catputer. So, again, I am asking for all your Moose Mess. I want to pile it on my meowmy because she has allowed me to really get behind.

Because my meowmy has allowed me to fall behind, I have not mentioned some lovely and thoughtfur gifts that I have received. *shakes head at his meowmy's slack ways*

On the 16th, Emily Felicity sent a yummy candy corn. She said, "Thank you fur the purrty pink ribbon fur my DDP the other day! I hope you are feeling better today. Here's a some candy corn to tempt your appetite! purrrrrrrrrrrrs, Emily Felicity"

And Jerry and his pawsome furmily sent me a cool bat. They said, "Happy Halloween Hoosh ! Sure hope you have a great one. Love & Purr's & Wag's, Jerry & Family"

On the 17th, Jerry sent me a fun Boo Boo Spider. He said, "Thank's Hooch for the candy corn. I loved it ! MOL! Here's a spidie to watch for a while. Love you all ! Loud Purr's, Jerry Cat " I just love watching it. Thank you for my cute spidie. I call him George.

Yesterday, Ozzy and Harriet sent a yummy candy corn and said, "Happy Halloweeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeenie!!!! meowies and ^paw! ozzy and harriet"

I almost had a FF this morning...

I have been doing rather well lately, as most of you know. However, yesterday I did not eat as well and almost got a FF last night. Then this morning, I had not touched my food and Meowmy was not a happy camper. She gave me more food and left me to eat. When she came back in, I still had not eaten enough so she sat with me a while and I ate just enought and I ended up barely escaping a FF this morning. My regular doc doc is on vacation until the 19th and Meowmy doesn't want to take me to anyone but Dr. Booker, if possible. The only thing we can think of that we are doing differently is that I was changed from getting a weekly B12 shot to getting a monthly B12 shot. We don't know if that has anything to do with it or not. We have our fingers and paws crossed that it is only a minor glitch and I will resume my new enthusiam with eating and feeling well.

My sisfur Patchez and Poo celebrated their first anniversary on Monday, October 12th. You should hear Patchez going on about her lovely gifts from Poo. She just loves the cute framed picture and poem he sent her and she adores her beautifur new Morgan's bed. It is furry lovely and has hearts of love all over it. Who knows, maybe Calamity and I will elope one day soon... or maybe we will have a large wedding. We have been engaged for furever, it seems!

When Karisma's brofur Cannoli, who lives in NJ, went to his doc doc on October 2nd to have his annual check up, his doc doc discovered that he has a heart murmur. His doc doc wanted him to have an Ultrasound and EKG and they were scheduled for yesterday. We have all waited on pins an needles and wondered what the results would show. Well, it was actually good news, despite the diagnosis of mild HCM. So his diagnosis is that he has a moderate heart murmur and mild HCM and there are NO signs of heart failure. His doc doc thinks that they caught it in an early stage and that there is a possibility that it may even improve (the walls may become thinner) with treatment. He only has to take a 1/4 of a pill daily and is to go back for a recheck in 6-12 months to see if his medicine has helped to reverse the thickness of the heart wall. We have sighed a breath of relief with this great news on Cannoli.

Please remember to continue your purring for Ginnger, Calvin, Moozer and Siouxsie.

4:21 PM EST ~

My sweet furiend Nina sent me a dozen red roses. They are so beautipur. She said, "Oh Hoochy it's not time to back down. You've been doing so well for the last couple weeks. Please keep eating and doing what you have to do so that you don't have to go back to the doc doc's for a very long time. Have a good day Bud. xoxo. J" Thank you, sweet Jellybean and V.

Soc sent me a yummy Chocolate Frosted Cupcake. He said, "Hooch my buddy, i am sending you this cake to EAT, you must not get poorly again, i need you, i am here for you like you were there for me when i was sick,EAT Hoochie we loves you and want you betterxx" Soc, you are in my purrs and prayers daily.

Roses from my beautifur Calamity.

My precious Calamity sent me a dozen red roses. She said, "To my precious Love!! Im am so thankful you've been doing well these past few weeks!! I knew you'd get better! You had to with such a wonderful meomy to take care of you!! Keep up the good work and remember, I will always be by your side!" Calamity and I have what you might call a long term relationship. We have been engaged for over a year now. We became engaged on May 14, 2008. We have had so many obstacles that have crossed our paths in our efforts to unite our paws in marriage. We really need to work on that soon. I am lucky to have such a beautifur kitty in my world.

Still good days and some purrs needed for special furiends.

I am continuing to do well and my meowmy is so happy for me. I am being totally worn out trying to help escort my pawrents up and down the stairs. Sheesh, you would think they could stay in one place for longer periods of time.

On the 9th, Bob sent my furmily and me a beautifur heart. He said, “Thank you and your wonderful family for helping make my birthday great! We all love you guys, have missed you. Love Bob" Thank you, Bob. You are a cool kitty.

And a precious new angel named Stumpy sent me a furever rainbow star. He said, “Hooch, thank you so much for your words of kindness and comfort. My flight was swift and peaceful, and amazingly, I purred until my very last breath, to show mom how much I loved her. I will fly to England now to watch over Cathy. hugs Stumpy" Stumpy, you are healthy again but I am still sad to say an earthly goodbye to you. I know Cathy will feel your love from above.

Yesterday, Muppet sent me a Fall Maple Leaf! She said, “Hooch, so happy that you're doing better! We still have you on our special prayer list! *hugs* Thank you for my DDP congrats & the big polished trophy for my halloween treats!! I love it! *grins* Happy Autumn Luv, Lil' Muppet xoxo"

Today, Chance sent my furmily and me a purrty rose. He said, “Thank you Hooch & Family for my Birthday Ice Cream Love Chance" Happy 4th Birthday, Chance. His birthday was yesterday.

I have learned that Stinky is in serious need of purrs. Please leave his furmily all the love and purrs you can muster. He is having very serious issues with his breathing. He is the brofur of my pawsome angel furiend Zack. My special and strong purrs are heading your way, Stinky.

Also in need of our purrs is a really pawsome doggie named Quincy. He is battling the ugly "C". He is a beautifur Golden Retriever who has some pawsome kitty siblings. He recently lost his brofur Cosmo. My purrs are with the furmily.

Lastly, my human brofur got some disturbing news on his last blood work. His creatinine level is elevated and his BUN was not normal. They told him to get more blood work ASAP so he went yesterday to have more tests done. He should hear more on it next week. We are hoping all will be well with him.

My good days are continuing... yay.

I have been furry busy escorting my pawrents up and down the stairs all day long for days. I really do wish they would make up their minds whether they want to be upstairs or downstairs. Whenever my meowmy goes up, I make the mad dash to be sure that she knows where my food and the bowls are... would you believe that sometimes she does NOT fill my bowl. What is wrong with her? It was not all that long ago that my meowmy was begging me to eat. Humans really catfuse me.

Then take my dad... I help him down the stairs effury morning. You would think he would be pleased with that, right? Well, he is always telling me to get out of his way or to move. He says he can't walk with me constantly trying to help and even turning sideways in front of him. Doesn't he know that I am just being sure he is following me and is okay?

This morning for the first time in a while, I had two spots of liquid throw up on the carpet... about the size of a quarter. Meowmy even took pictures of it to show my doc doc when she gets back from her vacation. Gross. I told my meowmy that she was weird. Who wants to see pictures of throw up?

And yesterday, Kujo threw up a lot of fluid in the hallway just outside of the catputer room. My meowmy happened to be sitting right there when it happened and so she knows who did it. Meowmy said it was a very large amount. The day before, Kujo threw up her food. Meowmy says she hopes that nothing is about to start with Kujo. None of her throwing up has dampened her appetite in the least but Meowmy is on Kujo watch now. I am just glad it is not Hooch watch for a change.

Today before I arose, Rusty sent me a Blue Frosted Cupcake! He said, “For one of my best friends, Hooch. Enjoy this cupcake!! I hope you are feeling better and better everyday. Rusty" Rusty, thank you for all those special purrs and prayers you sent me. You will never know how much those meant to me.

And this morning, Flower sent a cute black cat. She said, “Thank you fur my rosie and the concats, Hooch! It's been a wonderpurr week fur me, getting to be an OF admin AND a DDP! Whoo-hoo! Love you, sweetie! Flowie” I am so proud of Flowie. She is now an Olde Furt Administrator and today was chosen as one of the DDP honorees. Yay.

11:30 PM EST ~

Harry and his pawsome furmily sent me a loving heart. He said, “We are so happy to hear how well you are doing, Hooch! YAY! Keep up the awesome job of staying healthy! Lots of love and purrs, Harry, Albie, and Family"

Sebastian sent me the power of the paw. He said, “thank you, Hooch, I am doing quite ok. I hope this will be my last surgery... kitty hugs Sebastian aka: Bestie ( when I'm good ) or Beastie Boy ( when I"m not )"

Oh, my meowmy found out what caused my throw up today. When she cleaned it up, it was hair... not a hairball but just hair so I must have been cleaning myself and gotten too much hair and that irrated me and caused me to throw up. Yay... not to worry.

I had another good weekend.

I am seeing my meowmy smile a whole lot more lately. She says it blesses her heart to see me doing so well. Meowmy tells me I am more alert and lively. I am constantly trying to help my pawrents go up and down the stairs. You know, I really wish that they would make up their minds... do they want to be upstairs or downstairs? They are wearing me out with my able bodied assisting them up and down all day long. For some reason, they don't like my help. They keep telling me to "MOVE"! I know... that is just plain ungrateful. Pfffftttt.

Meowmy's day was busy yesterday, so she could not help me type my diary BUT, when she got home last evening, she did hunt for Hatchlings on Facebook. Now, I plead my case to you... IF she can find time to do that, why can't she help me with my diary? I really do think I need to find another typist furry soon. My needs are NOT being met to my satisfaction.

For instance, I got two lovely rosettes that I needed to mention. On the 4th, Goldie and her furmily sent the coolest black cat. They said, “Tis the season to celebrate kitties--so enjoy! (Not all witches live with black cats--it's the energy , not the color.) Happy Autumn!"

Then yesterday, Tony sent a cool acorn of thank you. He said, “Hi Hooch, I love acorns! Thank you so much for the prezzy and for celebrating the kind honor that catster gave me by picking my diary. I have been blushing all day!! MOL! Tony"

Well, I might excuse yesterday a little. My pawrents went out of town. They had to take my human brother Jim to have blood work done. Meowmy said that Jim continues to look better each time she sees him. She did notice his breathing was a little labored yesterday but NOTHING like it was when he was first diagnosed with what they thought to be cancer but ended up being a fungus that attacked his right lung and three places on his vertabrae. He has been on an antifungal for a while now - long enough to see marked improvements. However, he has begun to experience some muscle cramping. This blood test should show if all his levels are okay. He suspects that maybe his potassium levels are not staying normal. I KNOW all about potassium and how bad it makes you feel to have low potassium. I hope my brofur hears something by the end of this week and that the doc doc can "fix" him.

I want to take this time to sincerely thank each of you, dear furiends, for praying for me all these months and for caring about this old orange boy. Without all the love and prayers you sent my way, I know I would not be doing as well as I am. Thank you, from the bottom of my kitty heart. I love each of you.

5:15 PM EST ~

Nina sent me a X*X Jolly Roger X*X! She said, “Cool halloween page Hoochy. Glad you had a pawsome weekend. I loved your refrigerator story by the way. I have a similar one. I p-mailed it to you yesterday, so whenever you get more catster time, ask your meowmy to help you check it out. xoxoxo"

9:17 PM EST ~

My sweet Angel Belle sent me a loving heart. She said, “I'm so happy you are feeling so well. Love you!!

My dear furiend Angel Mipo sent me a heart. He said, “just checking in with you, I read the diary all the time! so glad you are doing well, my friend. Our Sebastian has a 2nd surgery for his eyes today, and Stumpy will fly to the bridge on Saturday. kitty hugs and angel dust Mipo"

10:42 PM EST ~

Penelope and her precious furmily sent my brofur Jim an acorn. They said, “Hooch,would you pawlease give this pretty little good luck acorn to your brofur Jim for us ? We just want him to know that we are thinking of him and praying for him every night. We sure hope he is all well very soon.Take care! xoxoxoxoxoxo" Thank you for Jim’s acorn and I will give it to him when I see him. I know he thanks you, as do I.

I am really miffed at my meowmy now!

Well, hiss and spit. My meowmy has really done it now. She has not allowed me on my Catster page in days. She has muttered something about cleaning closets and then getting a new refrigerator on Friday. She did take little mini moments to check HER Facebook and the apps on it. she said something about coin runs and crops but I really did not understand how she could or better yet would take that selfish time for herself. Just not fair, I tell you! Say, does anyone know where I can get some cheap moose mess? My meowmy is in deep moose mess with me now!

I must tell you about Meowmy's Friday and the new refrigerator. There was a flood - just before the men came to deliver it. See, my pawrents had to empty the old one.... freezer and all... and all the "junk" on top of it and all the magnets. It took them hours to get that done. My dad had to unhook the water line and get things ready so the new refrigerator would just go right in. Well, he went outside to do something and my meowmy was washing the dust off the things that had been on the top of the refrigerator when she spied the flood. Seems there was a leak from the water line, even though the water was turned off to that line. AND the water was hot. By the time my meowmy actually spotted it, the water was well on it's way into the den and dining room. She ran outside and called my dad back inside and they began the task of mopping the water off the floor before things were ruined. Guess what? The delivery men arrived before they had cleaned the mess up. MOL. But, things did work out and all is well now.

I have had some good days since the last time my meowmy allowed me to paw my diary. I have been eating well, even if my portions are limited. *scowls* I am acting like I feel better and my meowmy is rejoicing on each and effury good moment I have. It was really nice not to see the vampires or get a B12 shot this week. I hid from my meowmy just in case she tried to sneak a surprise trip to the doc doc in on my schedule.

There was saddness this week, however. A sweet furiend went to the Bridge on September 30th. His name is Jack. The doc docs found he had an intestinal tumor and he was to have surgery that day. When Jack got to the hospital, they ran tests and discovered he was dehydrated and his kidney values were really bad. They cancelled his surgery. The doc docs wanted see if they could get some fluids in him. However, that could also make his blood count go down and that would make his surgery too risky. It was decided that if that happened, Jack would be crossing the Bridge on Friday. He was a very sick boy and he fought a brave battle, but while they were trying to make Jack feel better, he stopped breathing and crossed over the Bridge. My furmily sends Jack and his grieving furmily our love and sad purrs.

On the 28th, I got some nice gifties.

Mouser and his precious furmily sent me a Pink Frosted Cupcake!! They said, “we all wan't to thank your moms she is the best, you too here is sugar free cupcake... xoxoxo mouser and moms deb"

Miss Mittens ^PAWS^ sent my furmily and me a fun acorn. She said, "Thank you dearest Hooch for the congrats on my DOD honor! Beautiful friends like you make Catster such a special place and helped make my day so much fun! Love you! Hugs, Mittens"

Harry sent me a yummy ice cream cone. He said, "Hooch, thank you for the steak and for taking care of Mama while I was losted. You look skinny - have some ice cream." Harry, we are all so happy that you came home, where you ARE furry loved. Don't you go near the door again... please.

On the 29th, I got a cool pirate flag from Angel Amelia. She said, "Lots of love to you, you handsome pirate! *blushes*

On the 30th, my pawsome furiend Nina (I call her Jellybean) and her human sisfur sent me a Pink Frosted Cupcake. They said, "Hi Hoochy boy. Here's some treats to keep you well and on your paws. Sister wrote your meowmy a big long lettre on the weekend, so whenever she checks her email, it's waiting for her. Stay well my furriend. love and xoxoxoxox. J and V"

And, Angel Ava Corrine and her precious furmily sent my furmily and me a delicious shrimp. They said, "Hello! It's been a while and we wanted to say hi! Don't want to lose contact with all of the people that were there for mommy this summer. You made a difference! Hope all is well!!!"

On October 1st, birthday boy Sir Alfie Kneads-A-Lot and his sweet furmily sent me a Kibble Time!!. They said, "Hi sweet Hooch! Thanks for remembering me on my birthday. Me and my family are sending you this yummy bowl of calorie free kibble cause we don't want you to be hungry! Love you~ Alfie and co"

Yesterday, Jarvis and his sweet furmily sent me a Trophy Frisbee! They said, "Hi Hooch, We are soooo happy to hear you are feeling better and gained your weight back. It's been a long road but we never stopped purring & praying for you! Purrs, Jarvis and furmily"

Now, I ask you, wouldn't you be miffed at your meowmy if she allowed you to miss all these lovely gifties and greetings? Well, I just hope that my meowmy will NOT allow this to effur happen again! Still in need of moose mess to heap on my meowmy.

9:43 PM EST ~

My beloved angel furiend Zack sent me a fun acorn. He said, “Hooch, we are happy that you are feeling better. It's sure a slow process, but you're heading in the right direction. More healing purrs to you, my friend. Love, >^,,^< Zack" I will love you, Zack. Thank you for loving me.

Some praises and purrs needed.

Woo Hoo! A sweet angel furiend Tyler is COTD today! Tyler is one of my heroes on Catster. I have a small list of heroes and Tyler has always been on that list. What a pawsome honor that is most deserved. Please stop by and give your concats to the famous Tyler!

I, also, learned that a special furiend to me during my illness named Soc is in desperate need of our purrs. He is not doing well at all. I just read his diary this morning and am most concerned about him. Please check in on sweet Soc and let him know you care.

I have had a great weekend EXCEPT that my meowmy has listened to my doc doc and my food supply has been cut back! I KNOW! This is just not right. I remember all those FF days where my meowmy stuck food down my throat whether I wanted it or not. Now that I do want it, I a being limited as to how much I can have. This is just not fair! Humans are really weird.

Another sweet furiend in need of purrs and prayers.

We have another fur in need of purrs and prayers. Yesterday, Siouxsie was found to have a pin lodged in her chest. Read her diary to learn more but the basics are that her furmily moved to a new house, pins were on the floor (her meowmy spent time picking them up and thought she had found all of them), Siouxsie somehow found and swallowed one and currently it is lodged in her chest. Her surgery will very expensive and, if she doesn't received surgery, her life span is approximately a year. Please pray that somehow her pawrents find a way to help get her the operation she needs to save her life and pray for her to be completely healed.

Yesterday I got some lovely gifties.

Dusty Miller and his furmily sent me a blue ribbon. They said, "MEOW!!! for he's a jolly good kitty, for he's a jolly good kitty, for he's a jolly kitty... that nobody can deny!!!! YEAH HOOCH!!! GOOD WORK!! WELL DONE!!! xoxoxoxoxo all of us!" Thank you for all the very special things you have done for us and for my brofur Jim.

Angel Sammie sent me a sweet heart. He said, "Dear Hooch & Family; Thank you so very much for the beautiful card you sent my Mommy. It was so beautiful, I thought I saw Mom's eyes leaking again. Thinking of you and wishing you well, keep up the good work! Love Always; Angel Sam & Family" Sam, I see my own meowmy's eyes leak when she thinks of you. We love you.

6:35 PM EST ~

Angel Mipo sent me a trophy. He said, "well, Hooch, my man!!! You're getting a trophy today. For all you've been through in the last months, and being such a trooper. You would not believe how happy we are to read about your progress, and your brohter's as well!! kitty hugs Mipo" Mipo, know how much you mean to me. You have been with me throughout this long illness.

Riley and Skippy sent me the power of the paw. They said, "Our Purrs and Thoughts are with you Hooch. Purrs, Riley & Skippy" They have been furry special and caring furiends throughout my illnesses this year.

Nina sent me a Hero Ribbon. She said, "Oh Sweet Hoochy Boy I'm so happy everything went so well for you at the doc doc's this week. It must be a relief to not have to go back for awhile. Please don't throw away all the good work you've been doing for the last couple of weeks. Concats" Thank you, sweet Jellybean. You are a special furiend to me.

Karma Kitty sent me a black cat with a lovely thank you picture inside.

Thank you to my sweet and caring furiends. You have been so supportive to me and to my furmily.

Good news..............

Well, what a day for us. As you know, today was my doc doc day, where I was to also see the vampires who just love to take MY blood. My meowmy has adopted a new policy when it is my day to go to the doc doc. That new policy is to keep me prisoner in MY room. When she came into my room, I greeted her. At first she was a little concerned that I was "close" in eating enough food to get my insulin. Then she remembered that she had given me extra last night... whew... I passed.

She filled my food bowl but I was not interested in anything but escaping my captivity from MY room and exploring my house. I knew Meowmy allowed me to ignore the food for some reason and soon found out why. She proceeded to give me my potassium and insulin shot and then she picked me up. I was thinking how nice it was of my meowmy to carry me down the stairs.

"WAIT! Put me down NOW!, I was screaming as I noticed we were heading in the direction of the prison carrier. OH NO! Yes, she did have the nerve to put ME inside it. I began to wail and very loudly. I wanted my meowmy to know she had upset my morning.

She proceeded to take me outside to the car. She loaded me in the car, trying to make sure we did not pick up any hitchhikers this time. Off we headed for the doc doc's.

When we arrived, as usual, I was weighed. Guess what? I had gained more weight. I was 13.8 pounds today. My doc doc does NOT want me to gain anymore weight so I suppose my feedings will be measured to 1/4 cup twice a day from now on. What is with humans? First, they want me to gain weight because I had gotten thin. When I was finally able to eat and developed an appetite and started to eat and enjoy it again, I am getting too heavy. You just can't please humans. I guess my meowmy will be starving me from now on. Pfffffttttt.

Robin took my prison carrier with me still inside it. I had NO opportunity to escape. You see, to be weighed, my prison carrier and the lining were weighed without me and then with me inside. My meowmy did that a long time ago at the doc doc's. Then, Mary put the weight of the prison carrier on the top of the carrier with tape so they never have to take me out to weigh me. Furry crafty are these humans in their attempts to prevent us from bolting at the first opportunity. So, that being said, I had never gotten out of my prison carrier. My meowmy had the nerve to hand me over to Robin.

Robin took me back to the vampires and, of course, they drained more of MY blood. We waited on the results. Guess what? All my levels are within normal for the first time since February. My thyroid panel was going to take a little longer so my meowmy decided that I would be happier at home while we were waiting to hear about the results.

Before we headed home, Dr. Booker came out with my large chart in her hands. She was beaming with joy. She announced that with the great results of my labs, that I can start coming in for blood work every three months now! Yah, whoooppppppeeeeee! AND she said that we are going to try to get me on B12 shots once a month. That means that unless I have some issues, I won't have to go back to the doc doc until mid October. I am going to really try hard to be well and not have any issues for this next month. I am looking forward to not seeing the vampires again for a while.

Meowmy brought me home and we waited on the results of my thyroid panel. Robin called my meowmy about a half hour after we came home. Guess what? My thyroid issues are a thing of the past. My thyroid issues are over. Dr. Booker is going to fax the results to T4Paws. Yay!

My human brofur Jim went to see his lung doc doc today. The doc doc did comfirm that the fungus tests were back and it most definitely is Blastomycosis. They want my brofur to have a CT scan before he returns on December 23rd. The doc doc told Jim that with the bone involvement with this fungus, that it could take a year or even longer to be completely over this. He will have to take the antifungal drug for a long time (at least a year), it seems. There are some potentially bad side effects from taking this drug but the alternative is also something we don't want. My dad took Jim to see his lung doc doc. The girl who checked them in told Jim that from the first time he came in their office until today that she did not even recognize him to be the same person. He was extremely sick.

My pawrents went to see Jim get an award on Monday for being the outstanding LPN at the company for which he works (and has worked throughout his own illness). They gave Jim a framed picture of this award. My pawrents said the company had a nice lunch set up for this event. My meowmy says Jim's color is back and his face is filling out again, as is his frail body. He is feeling better and is not relying on the drugs as much to help him tolerate the pain and coughing. In fact, the coughing is minimal now. He is not as shortwinded. The woman presenting Jim's award commented on how he had managed to work most days, in spite of his own illness. Jim has a patient who is much larger than he is and my meowmy doesn't know how Jim managed to care for this young man while Jim was so sick himself. My pawrents got to meet the pawrents of this young man for whom Jim is caring. They were there to show support of Jim, too.

Today, Nina and her human sisfur sent me a BBQ grill. They said, "Hi Hoochy Sweetie. Here's a treat to celebrate your string of excellent days. You're doing so well. Keep up the good work Bud, and you'll be back to normal before you know it. We'll meow later. love and xoxoxoxox. J and V" Aw, thanks, Jellybean.

So, today is a PRAISE day for us all around. I want to thank each of you, dear furiends, for your love, purrs and prayers for me. I know that without it, I would not be doing as well as I am currently doing. My doc doc still says my pancreas is gone so I will continue to treat the diabetes and watch for the pancreatitis problems... and, of course, the lifelong IBD... BUT I am going to cherish each and every single good day. I thank each one of you for loving me and helping me along the way. Please don't forget me in your daily purrs but there are so many in more need than I right now. Let us turn our love and concerns to them. THANK YOU and I LOVE each of you... more than words can every express.

7:41 PM EST ~

Doc sent me a cool pirate flag. He said, "Thank you for the gift and helping me celebrate COTW! Cherishing all the good days and happy moments - Doc "

Casey and his sweet furmily sent me a delicious watermelon. They said, "Hi Hooch: YAHOO FOR HOOCH!!!! We just read your diary (we read it almost everyday) and we have been waiting for this great news (happy dancing). We are so happy for you & we hope that you continue to feel good! Luv, Casey,Grace, Leo & Frankie"

Alfie and his furmily sent me a juicy steak. They said, "Here's a juicy steak to supplement your diet! Just don't let your mom see it!! Love & hugs Alfie & family"

I have had some good days lately.

I haven't posted anything since my diary which was pawed on Saturday. It has all been good. I am almost afraid to say I am doing "well" because I seem to jinx myself when I do.... but, I have had the longest stretch of "feel better" days that I have had since I became ill in February. Meowmy says we are only taking things a day at a time but she is so happy to see me act more like the old Hooch.

I do have a bone to pick with my meowmy. She needs to give all of us more Catster time. She just mutters something about exhaustion and needing to do mindless things. Go figure humans. *scratches head*

*whispers* Does anyfur know where I can hide tomorrow? It is the day I go back for my thyroid bloodwork to see if my thyroid is "cured" and to let T4Paws know the results. I know that this means more vampires will attack me at the doc doc. So I need a hiding place.... shhhh... don't tell my meowmy.

On Sunday, I got a pirate flag from a special furiend named Ginnger. He said, "the flag is just because I really like your pirate picture! Also, I want to thank you for continuing to purr & purray for me. You keep on gaining weight & eating well too! I am still doing pretty well, still eating well. purrs & hugs!" Ginngie, know that I will not stop purring for you. You stay strong, dear furiend.

My precious furiend Hazel Lucy sent me a beautifur heart yesterday. She said, "Because you and your mom are all heart! I cherish you for your bravery and courage, for your good looks and even for your nekked belly (I had one last year) purring, Hazel Lucy" Hazel Lucy, thank you for all the purrs and support you have given to me throughout my illness this year. Thank you for putting me on your purr list. I know without all the purrs that I would not be doing as well as I am now. I love you!

I would like to ask all of you to continue to purr for some special furiends - Ginnger, Calvin, Moozer and for the furmily of Maximillian Klingon. Sadly, Maxie went to the Bridge yesterday.

6:30 PM EST ~

Chef Rooster and his furmily sent me a furever crown. They said, "For one of the most pawsome cats we know! Thank you, and your clowder, for being our furiends! Purrs The Bryan Texas Kitties"

My doc doc day yesterday and purrs needed for two more- furiends.

Well, hiss and spit. My meowmy would not allow me to write about my day at the doc doc's yesterday. Can you believe that?

My day started off normally. I was begging like mad to get out of my room... the one in which I am held captive nightly. My dad let me out when he got up. This was NOT what my meowmy had planned. You see, she had thought that if I were in my room, I could not seek out a new hiding place in the house since it was "D" day. My meowmy had asked my dad the night before if he needed a reminder note on my door so he wouldn't let me out. He said he didn't and he would be sure to remember. Guess what? HE FORGOT! MOL. I was a happy escapee from the room. However, I FORGOT what day it was and purrty soon my meowmy came up and shut me back in the room. I can't believe I missed my chance to hide.

It got to the time I needed to head toward the doc doc's and my meowmy came up and picked me up. She did put me in her arms on my back and held my tail between my legs so I could not aim high if I decided to cut loose and christen things again. Meowmy is purrty fast in matters like this and, before I could muster up a pee session, I was already in my prison carrier.

She had already captured Baby G but I did not hear that. To make matters worse, Baby G was being furry quiet. I need to talk with her about that. She needs to make warning noises in the future.

Meowmy had both of us in the carriers, one in each hand and was heading out the door when the doorbell rang. It was our neighbors from across the street coming to give my pawrents a present they had brought back to them for taking care of their house while they went to Disney and on a cruise. My meowmy told them that she was in a hurry as we had an appointment at the doc doc's. My dad opened the presents quickly. It was a lovely Mickey Mouse head shaped clear bowl and a colorful platter. Meowmy thanked them and hurried off with Baby G and me, leaving my dad to entertain our guests.

I did make lots of noise to let my meowmy know I was not happy about going to see the doc doc and when I arrived I was still grumbling loudly... UNTIL I saw the big doggie. I decided to quieten down. I did not want to become his dinner.

When we arrived at the doc doc's I was weighed. I was up to 13.4 again. Yay. I have not had any eating problems or FF issues in over a week. I did have a fluid issue in two spots, however. So... my doc doc reminded my meowmy to be sure to give me 1/2 of a Pepcid nightly... just before bedtime.

My doc doc did not call the vampires to take my blood this time. Yay. I did hear her say that next Wednesday I will have to have blood drawn for my thyroid check. Boo... hisssssss........ All I got yesterday was my B12 shot.

It was then Baby G's turn. They pulled Baby G out of her prison carrier and quickly gave her the B12 shot. As She was being put back into her prison carrier, Sandy said, "I see you brought a visitor with you!" My meowmy wondered what on earth Sandy was talking about... Then Sandy reached over and grabbed it. Hanging on the lip of the carrier was a green enole. For those who don't know, it is a lizard creature. They change colors but are normally bright green. It was a baby one. We have NO clue where it hitched a ride but we do know that it could not have been in the carrier with Baby G because it was still alive... When Meowmy saw it, she screamed... right in the room. The doc doc and Sandy laughed at her. She did not think it was furry funny. Meowmy is not afraid of them but the element of surprise was what got to her.

Then my doc doc gave my meowmy payback from me... she held the critter in her hand and put it in my meowmy's face... causing her to scream again. And then my doc doc laughed. I must remember to thank my doc doc for the great job of scaring my meowmy yesterday.

We do have two thoughts on how the critter got on the carrier... the first is from our driveway. Meowmy had to put both of the carriers down to open the car doors to get us in the car. The second thought is that when we arrived at the doc doc's, meowmy had to put us down in the parking lot to close the doors. We really have no clue where we picked up the little guy but the second thought seems a little more likely. And wouldn't you know that the one time we don't take the camera is when all the fun stuff happens?

After my meowmy got home, she released Baby G and me from our prison carriers. Our neighbors were still here so they visited a while. After the neighbors went home, my pawrents had some things to do and my meowmy did not find the time for me to paw my diary.

We found out some more sad news late in the day. Our sweet furiend Maximillian Klingon will be making his journey to the Bridge on Monday. We are deeply saddened about this but we know that his pawrents have made the best decision for him. That is a special love. We will miss Maxie and send our love and purrs for him and his precious furmily. He is the brother of the adorable Morgan the PirateGato. Please remember this special furmily in your purrs and prayers.

Then today we heard about another special furiend and our brother-in-law. Please pray for Moozer. He is up in years and he has a bad mouth infection. Because he has a heart murmur, his meowmy is fearful of having him put under anesthesia to clean and work on his mouth.. so he is on an antibiotic. Please stop by and leave your purrs and good wishes with Moozer. He is the sweetest furhusband to my sisfur Kujo. I am very worried about my precious furiend.

Sad news about a precious furiend.

Yesterday, Rusty sent me a X*X Jolly Roger X*X! He said, "Arrr....Hooch!! I loves your pirate outfit!! Will your Mommy walk the plank for all the vet trips? MOL!! Has great day! Rusty--arrrrr" I LOVE my cool pirate flag, Rusty. Thank you.

I have been having some good days lately so I am not updating my diary daily now. My appetite is good... some days it is too good. I appear to be feeling better... at least so-so. I act more interested in joining the furmily for activities and just being with them.

Tomorrow is my doc doc day. Both Baby G and I have to go for our B12 shots. My meowmy is hoping that they won't do anything more to me this time. I am actually supposed to get my 3 month check up next week for more blood work to see if my kidneys and liver are still doing well from my T4Paws experience when they gave me the iodine treatment to cure my hyperthyroidism.

My meowmy had better put her raincoat on for tomorrow because I have a pee moment planned for her. MOL.

My meowmy was gone for most of the day today. She went to something for women called the Southern Women's Show. She went with her high school furiend. They were gone until late this afternoon. When she came home, she had a "ton" of freebies and she had bought a "sticky" roller that is supposed to last a long time and you never need refills. It is called Go! Sticky Go Green. She bought it to clean up our hair......... I KNOW!!!!!!!! How rude. We work very hard placing cat hair all over the house and clothing. She even got a small purse version to carry with her all the time.

When my meowmy let me on the catputer, I learned some VERY sad news. A sweet furiend Calvin has stomach cancer. Calvin is 18 years old and is one very cool orange fur. My furmily and I are still in shock over this news and are deeply saddened. Please add Calvin and his furmily to your prayers and purrs.

9:53 PM EST ~

Jarvis and his wonderfur furmily sent me a cool pirate flag. They said, "So happy to hear you are feeling better and having good days! Here's to many, many more good health days! Purrs, Jarvis & Furmily"

I had a great weekend!

For the first time in a LONG while, I have had more good days in a row. This weekend I have had a wonderful appetite and no FF issues. I have acted like I am feeling better. My meowmy is still concerned about my deep breathing issues and watches me carefully on that.

I have been effur so kind as to assist each of my pawrents up and down the stairs daily. I do wonderful figure eights as they attempt to descend the stairs or try to walk up the stairs. I just don't know why they keep telling me to move. They grumble about it. What? They should be grateful that I am feeling well enough to assist them! Pfffffttt. Humans have no gratitude for our valiant attempts to assist them. I hear them mutter that it is good they have the rail going up the wall to hang on to... now, why would they need that when I am trying to help them?

I have a bone to pick with my dad. You see, he brought in the mail yesterday and furgot to tell ME that I had important mail. I had a card from Jaffa and his pawsome furmily. It had a really cute picture of a tiger in a tree. The message read, "Hey Hoochie Boy, Just a paw written line to let you know you're still in our purrs, and maybe make it a bit more real than pmail? We really do love you and appreciate your friendship and the fun, companionship and swashbuckling - Ahrrr, doubt ye not, I be's a pirate! Get well pal - Big love Jaffa - xxx Mom, Lu & Rusty xxx". I found MY mail this morning and it really started off my day with a big smile. Thank you, Jaffa and furmily.

And I have a serious bone to pick with my meowmy. She did not allow me to paw the ol' diary this weekend and I missed telling you about my sweet gifties from two furry special furiends that I received on the 12th. What can I do about my meowmy to get her with MY program?

The adorable Margo sent me a loving heart. She said, "Hooch - sending yew lots ob lubs! Pleeeeeze get better! Yew bees in me an Ma's purrayers! Mush Lubs, Margo"

Angel Mipo sent me a BBQ grill. He said, "mom just came back from camping, so let's have a BBQ! she fed a little feral mom, barely out of kittenhood, with 2 kittens, but too feral to catch. Mom bought a trash can, and made a smallish hole, filled with 90 lb cat food. hugs Mipo"

9:44 PM EST ~

Nina sent me a cool Pirate Gato! She said, "Hi Hoochy baby. Glad you're improving dramatically. Keep up the good work and you'll be back to normal before you know it. Haha you got to get a video of you helping your pawrents up the stairs. Meow later Bud. xoxo. Jellybean "

Anonymous sent me a furever crown. said, "To the KING OF OUR HEARTS, sweet boy we appreciate all you do for us every single day! We are so grateful & happy that we have such a sweet & loving kitty You mean the world to us & we love you SO VERY MUCH & we are sorry about the FF. Love, Mom & Dad"

Tigger McGrumpypants sent me a Stay Cool in the Pool. He said, "Since you have been feeling better, how about a trip around the pool? The weather isn't so hot now...maybe we can enjoy it! Stay cool, my friend! Tigger"

Kaci Sunshine sent me a delicious cherry drink. She said, picture "Thank you sweet Hooch for celebrating my DDP with me and making my day so special! Hope you're feeling much better! Love, Kaci"

My "D" and "V" day!

Well, guess what I did today? I forgot it was "D" day! Yes, I really did. When Meowmy opened my room door this morning, I was ready to bound out into the "other" world in my home. Meowmy would NOT allow me to get out of the door and had brought my insulin and potassium upstairs to me. I wondered what was going on but, as my meowmy filled my food bowl, I forgot. I felt the stick of the shot but was too interested in eating to allow it to deter me. After I was done, my meowmy shoved the potassium down my throat BUT she would NOT allow me out of MY room. Hmmm, why?

Purrty soon, I did find out why. Meowmy came back upstair and pretended to be loving on me. She picked me up and we headed downstairs. She was carrying me. "Wait Meowmy, I am a BIG boy and can walk by myself!", I thought. THEN I spied IT...... the dreaded prison carrier and a captive Baby G just quietly sitting in the other prison carrier. Meowmy was holding me on my back with my tail section away from her. I did not care. I cut loose and let "it" flow. I got the floor good but, alas, I missed my meowmy altogether. She shoved me into the carrier and hurried to get paper towels and something wet to wash up my "pee". Wait, I meant to do that and I resent my meowmy wiping up MY creation on the floor. She later told me that she was grateful that it was on her hardwood floor and not the carpet or her as she had on her silk pants because my pawrents were going to the Yiasou Greek Festival after my doc doc and vampire visit.

We were a few minutes late because my meowmy had to clean up my creation. I was weighed when we arrived and I gained 1/10 of a pound. Now, I am 13.2 pounds. Baby G and I were taken into the examining room. I was the first "guinea pig" and wouldn't you know it... the vampires needed to see me and steal more of my blood for electrolytes. AND Dr. Booker was there. My meowmy asked her why she was there today as it is Dr. Elliott's day and Dr. Booker said he had something to do and she was filling in for him today. That is a switch for sure...

I got my B12 shot and Amy brought in my lab report and my 3 levels they took were normal today. Dr. Booker told my meowmy that it is looking like we have reached the proper levels in my insulin and potassium for now. She even told my meowmy that if I keep on doing okay, that I might be able to back off on my weekly B12 shots. Yay.

I know that I have to go back for the 3 month blood workup from my T4Paws experience to see if all my organs are doing well. That is supposed to be the 22nd or 23rd of this month. Maybe then, those vampires will leave me alone and allow my blood to restore itself and my hair to grow back. Wouldn't that be lovely?

Tess sent my furmily and me a purrty thank you heart. She said, "Hi Hooch, hope you are having a good day today. Me and Rosie sure appreciate you and your family sending us birthday hats to wear, or course I looked cuter than her in mine! Love Tess"

5:13 PM EST ~

Ginnger sent me a healing heart. He said, "hi Hooch! I hope this finds you well. Sorry you have to keep going back to the vampires. purrs & hugs, Ginngie" Please remember my sweet orange furiend Ginngie who is fighting a brave battle with cancer now and please keep sweet Ginngie and his furmily in your daily prayers and purrs.

Bobbi Boi sent me a heart of thanks. He put a purrty thank you picture in it, too. He is COTD.

9:36 PM EST ~

Two things, the most important first, is that our dear furiend Calvin needs our purrs. He is currently in the hospital getting IV's and other meds. His potassium was low. I know how that affects us as I have had those issues and had to be on an IV and am now on a supplement. My whole furmily and I are sending Calvin our loud prayers and purrs to feel better. His meowmy is in Florida and not with him to hold his paw. So, please, dear furiends, say a prayer for Calvin and his furmily.

I forgot to tell all of you about our catputer and phone issues. Well, they are FIXED! The guy from Windstream rewired something outside and then came inside to make a few changes. It is a good thing he did. Guess what he found? My pawrents signed up for the fastest DSL that was available in our area... that was a 6. Well, turns out that the guy who set it originally only set it for 3. So, the guy who came out yesterday, had to go to the box a few blocks away and reset it to 6. Now we are proudly at the level we should be. My pawrents say they have a "bone to pick" with Windstream as they have been being charged for the higher speed for about a year now. The record they had said we were only getting 3 but we have the bill to prove that we have paid for 6 all this time. "Heads will roll" MOL!!!!!!!!!!!!

A sweet power of the paw from Pooter's.

Pooter's sent me the power of the paw. She said, "Thanks dear furriend for the pink rosie and for concatting me getting DDP last week - Mom is really behind on pawmail - purrlease furgive - hope you are feeling better darling man. Hugs - Pooters"

A surprise attack and visit to the doc doc.

I tell you, my meomwy is not treating me right. Do you know what she did to me today? Well, she pulled a fast one on me. You see, yesterday afternoon I was supposed to go back to the doc doc to have my potassium checked to be sure the new dose was working for me. Silly ol' me thought that my meowmy forgot and being the wise fellow I am, I did not remind her. Little did I know that it was an on purpose slip. You see, our catputer has begun to be knocked offline when we get phone calls or when we hang up from one. So, my meowmy called Windstream to report the incident and was told that they would be out sometime between yesterday morning and 7:30 this evening. Yes, they did allot quite a bit of time... like two whole days to take care of the matter. Meowmy was to stay home so they could check it out. So, actually what I thought was my meowmy forgetting was on purpose because she had to wait on the repairman to come and my dad had errands to run. However, today, my dad was home so it gave my meowmy the opportunity to sneak my visit in to see the doc doc.

I was just minding my own business when I realized that something was not right. I tried to seek refuge under one of the chairs in the living room but ol' eagle eye meowmy found me. As she pulled me out from under the chair, I took the opportunity to let her know I was not happy. Guess what I did? Yes, I peed on her again. Not bad but enough. Meowmy even had the nerve to tell my doc doc about it. That caused my doc doc to check my urine to be sure I did not have a UTI. Guess where my doc doc had to get the urine from? Meowmy's shirt. MOL. Meowmy did not have time to change as she was on her way out the door to get there before they took a lunch break. Well, I guess I am teaching my meowmy NOT to surprise me. Oh, by the way, I did not have a UTI this time. My doc doc only used the stick that determines if there is blood in the urine this time. It was furry funny to see my doc doc squeezing my meowmy's shirt together to dampen the stick. MOL.

Oh, I had lost 2/10 of a pound. My weight was 13.1 today but my meowmy is still so pleased and I am eating... some days just barely escaping the FF but managing to escape it still.

Of course, the vampires took me in the back to drain more of my blood. We had to wait around for the results and my potassium was just at the low level so my doc doc wants my meowmy to give me 1 1/2 pill in the morning and 1 in the evening to see it that is the magical number for me on my potassium.

My meowmy says we are slowly getting somewhere, we pray with getting me where I should be and helping me feel better and more like the old Hooch.

Ginny sent me a yummy lemon drink. She said, "Thank you SO much for making my special day even more special!! And thank you for waiting so long for my thanks. My mom needs to let us on the puter more. Cheers!"

Nina and her sweet human sisfur sent me a dozen roses. She said, "Hi Hoochy Baby. Glad you're continuing to improve each day and that you're getting heavier and stronger and putting on weight. Keep up the good work Bud. xoxo. J and V"

11:12 PM ~

Jerry sent me a cool pirate flag. He said, "You are so brave Hooch. Get on board the ship matey ! I love you, Jerry"

Abbie McFlooferson sent me the power of the paw. She said, "I glad you starting to feel better. I never pee on Mummy before, but Heidi pee on adoption lady Karen when Mummy come to adopt us!!"

Mouse sent me a furever crown. He said, "We are thinking of you a lot and are glad you are making some progress. Keep it up! Love, Mouse"

A beautiful Labor Day!

Happy Labor Day to my American furiends and good morning to all my sweet furiends. Well, I almost got a FF this morning but I managed to escape it by the hair of my "chinny chin chin"! MOL. I had not quite finished my bowl of food and my meowmy noted that I seemed to have required a little more water than normal during the night. Meowmy was considering a FF when she poured some more food into my bowl and I had a renewed interest in my food. So, I started to eat and my meowmy decided I was close enough to skip the FF for this morning. So, she pulled out the syringe and filled it with my 3 1/2 units of insulin and shoved those potassium pills down my throat. I am to return to my doc doc on Tuesday to have my potassium checked to be sure it is okay. My doc doc reduced my potassium to 1 pill per day in hopes I can maintain a good level at that and maybe even get off the potassium down the road. It seems that my meowmy is always poking or choking me... sheesh!

Lots of nice gifties and greetings.

My pawrents were out of town all day yesterday. They went to a place about 2 1/2 hours away called Durham. My dad's cousin lives there and they had a celebration of life pawty and dinner for my dad's cousin Kaysee. Kaysee's doc doc tried to take all her insides out. He took either 2/3 or 3/4 of her pancreas, her gallbladder, her bile duct, either 1/4 or 1/3 of her stomach, some of her small intestines and probably more than that. You see, Kaysee had pancreatic cancer but it was insitu which they say is good. Now, her tummy is permanently marked for her chemo and radiation treatments. My pawrents said her doc doc said she has a chance of 100% cure IF she follows all the strict regiment and completes the treatment. So, the family was celebrating life. They had a great time and we give thanks for Kaysee and her new gift of life.

When my pawrents got home, my meowmy was so pleasantly surprised to see I had eaten effurything I could find in my bowls. No FF day for me! Yay!!

While my pawrents were away, I received some lovely greetings and gifties.

Harry and his loving furmily sent me a caring heart. They said, "YAY! We are so happy to hear how well the vet went today! (We are sorry about the vampires, though) But, 13 pounds!?! That is so exciting! Keep up the pawsome work, Hooch! Lots of love and purrs, Harry, Albie, and Family"

Jaffa sent me a pirate flag. He said, "Blow me down Hoochie Boy, ye be a gentleman o' better fortune today! Here's to you bein shipshape, swashbucklin and splicin the mainbrace afore ye know it. Yer glad tidins has gladdened me heart. Hearty backslaps - Cap'n Rafferty arhaaaaaaah!" *eyes open wide and whispers* I didn't know Jaffa was a pirate. MOL.

Sox sent me a beautifur sunflower. She said, "You are my sunshine"

Alfie sent me a loving heart. He said, "Dear Hooch, Thank you for dropping by. I was so happy to hear from you. I am thrilled about the weight gain and I purr that you keep having more good days. You are a good friend and I love ya Alfie"

Today I have been doing well. I did not have to be FF this morning and I have spent some time with the furmily. Meowmy says my eyes look a little more tired but, other than that, I am doing okay.

I received some nice greetings and gifties, today.

The Pharoah Loki sent me a thank you heart. He said, "My Dear Furiend Hooch and Mamma Thank you, from my heart, for your pawsome gifts and most especially your furiendship! May Bastet's Love Shine upon You! Pharoah Loki"

The adorable Riley and Skippy sent me a loving heart. They said, "We love you Hooch. We love to hear good news. hugs, Riley & Skippy"

My "D" and "V" day.

This morning I was anxious to get out of MY room when I realized what today was.... "D" (doc doc) or "V" (vampire) day! OH NO!!!!!!!!!! Well, before my meowmy could check on my "eating", I was seeking out a hiding place. I thought I had succeeded in finding the right spot but, alas, my detective meowmy found me. When she found me, I showed her a thing or two as I slivered on the floor. I was not allowing any space between my body and the floor... I was hoping she could not scoop me up. I was WRONG! But, the good news is that I did not have a FF today!

I was quite nervous this morning as I thought I was going to the doc doc to see the vampires. To my kitty surprise, my meowmy did NOT put ME in the carrier prisons. She only got Clawdette who was NOT expecting it and Baby G who she had to dig out from under the sofa in the family room. Baby G knew what was happening so she had gone into hiding.

To my delight, Meowmy headed out with those two in the prison carriers. I thought maybe I had escaped the dreaded vampires. Well, again, I WAS WRONG!

Meowmy was furry sneaky about it today. She brought my siblings home and then she headed out again. Whew, she did not get me. Meowmy was gone for a good little while and when she returned she had packages... when she took the goodies out, to my horror, there Halloween costumes for US. Oh goody... I think that means we will be dressing up this year again. There was a cool Pharaoh hat, a colorful jester hat and a lobster costume. Meowmy tortured poor Prince by putting it on him to try. Ol' chunky monkey was filling out that medium-sized costume. MOL. Well, I guess that means we will have our pictures taken soon in full costumes or just hats. *giggles*

Well, things were going purrty good, I thought. Then, my meowmy grabbed me. I KNEW what was going to happen. I was RIGHT. She shoved me into the prison carrier. Boy, did I ever sing, or as Meowmy calls it, YOWL... I did it the whole way to see the doc doc.

I was weighed upon arriving. GUESS WHAT?!?!?! I weighed, for the first time in a LONG while, 13.3 pounds. I haven't seen 13 pounds in quite a while. Dr. Booker was furry pleased. She did mention that we do want to control my weight so that my insulin and intake will balance. My glucose was 167 today and Dr. Booker was pleased with that number. However, she did have those vampires take enough blood to send off for the Fructosamine. She told my meowmy that she would call her in the morning with my results. Dr. Booker feels that we are about to turn a GOOD corner with me.

Dr. Booker proceeded to tell my meowmy that my issues with my bout with pancreatitis and that issue having lead to my diabetes that I will be insulin dependent for the rest of my life. Dr. Booker said that my pancreas is probably shot and I will need to take most of the drugs I am currently taking for many years... again, probably the rest of my life... but we can live with that. Dr. Booker did tell my meowmy that we may be able to cut back on my Ursodiol down the road... maybe every other day or so. All in all, Dr. Booker was VERY pleased with my progress this time.

Well, I am happy to be home and not I am off to torment and tease my siblings. Maybe "Hooch" IS back... at least, soon, we hope and pray!

11:30 PM EST ~

Soc and his sweet furmily sent me a red ribbon. They said, “WTG Hooch, what great news from your doc doc,hope you continue to feel better, we loves you Hoochxxx"

Chef Rooster and his pawsome furmily (The Bryan Texas Kitties) sent me a pirate flag. They said, “A pirate flag for you to wave! No one messes with Captain Hooch! We are glad you are doing well! Love The Bryan Texas Kitties"

Dusty Miller sent me the power of the paw. He said, “GOOD JOB HOOCH! KEEP IT UP! looking good!!xoxoxoxoxoxo"

Andy and his sweet furmily sent me a Pirate Gato.They said, “You are one fast Kitty!!! You already had my Ava on the ribbon before I had the chance to ask for it. Thanks, I appreciate your thoughtfulness!!"

Angel Mipo sent me a pirate flag. He said, "arrgh, Hooch, greetings from our Captain Jack as well. We are very pleased that you continue to do well, even though you do not look very happy on the doc doc's arm. Hope you're going to have a wonderful weekend kitty hugs, your friend Mipo"

Calamity sent me a cake! No FF this morning.

Guess what? My Calamity sent me a purrty rose and a cake! She said, "Heres a flower and... Your CAKE too!!"
cake

Doesn't it look delicious? I will work on it today.

I escaped a FF (barely) this morning. I was so anxious to get out of my room. My meowmy laughed at me. She even told me that, whatever I was doing last night after I went to bed, I made enough noise for an elephant. I told her I was just being active. She likes hearing that. But, so far today, I have not been too active.

10:30 PM EST ~

Riley and Skippy sent me a blue ribbon. They said, "Your still a handsome man Hooch. Meanie Vets. Purrrrrrrrrrrrrs. hugs, Riley & Skippy

Angel Mipo sent me a yummy ice cream cone. He said, "some ice cream with the cake, my precious friend! your mom probably wouldn't have had time for a FF, doing that kitty game she emailed to my mom, LOL. Mom enjoyed it so much, she nearly was late for an appointment. kitty hugs and angel dust Mipo"

Little Mask went to the Rainbow Bridge.

I have sad and happy purrs today because my furiend Little Mask went to the Bridge. His meowmy said his journey was peaceful and I know many angels were there to meet him when he arrived at the Bridge. Little Mask will no longer suffer from his illness. But for those of us left behind, there is such saddness in earthly goodbyes. So, Little Mask, may your star shine forever bright in the sky. Love to you and know you mattered and will be furever remembered.

Last night, this morning and tonight, I managed to escape the FF. Meowmy says I have been pushing the limits of passing but... I AM passing and not having the FF. Yay.

Please stop by Little Mask's page and let him and his meowmy know you care. His meowmy is sad, even though she knows he is in a better place now.

I received some lovely gifties today but have been furry sad and just got around to checking my gifties.

9:37 PM EST ~

Aryeh sent me a furever rainbow star. He said, "Mewwwy Mew, You are so thoughtful Hooch. Thank you for such a wonderful set of rosettes and pictures. Me and momma love them! Thank you for being such a wonderful friend! Aryeh" You can see this handsome boy on the homepage. He is COTW! My concats to this sweet fur.

Jerry sent me a delicious steak. He said, "Thank you Patchy for the pretty blue ribbon and the great plaque. You are top's! Love & Purr's, Jerry" Jerry is one of today's diary picks. Be sure to send your concats to him.

Little Mask sent me a beautifur furever emerald. He said, "dearest Hooch thank you for your kindness and comfort, but I can tell you,I'm free! flying around and feeling GREAT. I do miss mom, but I have definite plans to visit her dreams often. kitty hugs and angel dust Little Mask, whose love isn't lost" Little Mask, love is furever... and you knew so much love.

Phooey, another FF day.

Well, I missed my mark this morning. I was anxious to get out of my room and about my kitty business. But meowmy said first we had to check my food bowl. Then she said, "OH NO!" I am like, "What?" But, alas, I knew what it meant. So, my meowmy picked me up and downstairs to the kitchen we headed. She put me down amd began to mix food to put in my big syringe. I know what that means. And I was right. I got two servings from the syringe. Then, Meowmy gave me my potassium and finally my insulin shot. I suppose I should not complain because I haven't had a FF since Saturday... so, I am getting better at this, I think. Meowmy told me I had better get my hiney shiney busy and eat some more this afternoon or else it could end up being another FF night. I better work on my appetite this afternoon.

Yesterday, Rupert sent my furmily and me a heart of thanks. He said, "Thank you and your family for helping me celebrate my birthday and making it the best ever! Love Rupert"

Today, Penelope and her pawsome furmily sent me a delicious ice cream cone. They said, "Hi Hooch, we just wanted to see how you are today. We just thought this might go down easy (it's sugar & lactose free). We hope it will spark your appetite. We are praying for our favorite puddy tat pal. Love, Penelope, Autumn, Roscoe, Dog & Mom"

I have sad purrs today because my furiend Little Mask will be going to the Bridge tomorrow. Please think of his furmily and send them your love and support. I know that Little Mask is sick but it still makes me sad to say an earthly goodbye to him.

7:04 PM EST ~

Little Mask sent me a rose. He said, "thank you so much for your gift, Hooch. Mom is very sad to have to let me go, but I will fly free soon, no more sickness, no more pain. And Mr. Biggles and many friends to welcome me. I had a good life, and it was full of love. Little Mask" Little Mask, my heart is deeply sad but I know you will be okay and you have known lots of love in your live. I just can't help my heart from hurting right now. You have had a good life and you deserve dignity and honor and your sad meowmy is giving you just that. Sending love and purrs to you and to your meowmy.

I am a DDP again! Thank you!

OMC! A DDP again? Me? Oh my... thank you Catster HQ and Diary Gal. I can't believe my kitty eyes. My meowmy found a note in her email informing us that I had been picked. I immediately checked out Catster home page, first. I found that Riley had been selected as COTD! CONCATS to the adorable Riley. Then, I saw that Yolo was DOTD. CONCATS to Yolo! Wow! Two furiends with BIG honors. I ventured on to the list of 5 diary selections to find that the adorable and newly wed Ginny is a DDP with me. CONCATS to Ginny on her diary honor and on her elopement. I wish her much love in her marriage.

I will start by telling you about yesterday. I did have a FF in the morning to fill in the amount I did not eat overnight. My meowmy is still intimidated over the possibility of making me crash if I get insulin and haven't had enough food. But, during the day, I managed to eat enough to escape a FF last night and I ate enough to escape the morning FF. Yay. Yesterday, I spent more time with my furmily and this morning I assisted my dad in his walking again. He told my meowmy that I was there every step of the way on his descent down the stairs. I even managed to do a few figure 8's while assisting him down. He told meowmy it is a good thing we have a rail. Why does he need a rail when he has ME to assist him?

My meowmy told me that she is really hoping that we have finally hit upon the magic number for my insulin and wants to see me back to Hooch. She did tell me that she will not count her chickens before they hatch. Now what do you suppose she means by that? We don't have and never have had chickens. Meowmy can be puzzling sometimes.

Sweet Mittens sent me the power of the paw. He said, "Meow Hooch. Hopefully you have good news at your 2 week checkup. I hear fluids are tricky! Purrring for you and Concats on your DDP!!!!!"

Angel Wanda and her dear furmily sent me a yummy steak. They said, "Congrats on being a Daily Diary pick today! Hope you are having a good day, we keep you in our thoughts always. Love Wanda, Norman and all of the rest of the herd from Texas"

Jasmine and her sweet furmily sent me a juicy steak. They said, "Concats on DDP!!!! Yay Hooch!!! Here's a big juicy steak fur you to eat so you can get your strength back!!! Please enjoy it!!! Love always, Jazzy, Isabelle Love and Pumkin Pooh xoxoxox"

Eddy and her precious furmily sent me a delicious steak. They said, "Congrat's Hooch on being a DDP today. Way To Go! Think of us when you BBQ this steak sweet friend ! MOL! Lot's of Love & Purr's, Eddy & Family"

Tate and Tonka sent me a red ribbon. They said, "Hi Hooch, congrats on being DDP! Enjoy your day in the spotlight Love, Tate and Tonka"

Calvin and his adorable furmily sent me a refreshing ice cream cone. They said, "Congrats from all of us on being a diary pick today! I think the Diary Gal loves you too! Have a pawsome day, and I hope you feel good today and eat your dinner!"

Sampson Silver Dollar and his wonderpurr furmily sent me a yummy steak. They said, "Hi Hooch, CONCATS on your DDP today! Here's something I know you'll enjoy eating! Have a pawsome day in the spotlight. Also, all of us are sending more purrs & prayers your way. Purrs Always, Sampy & Family" Please stop by Sampson's page to leave him some love and purrs. He has been having some heart issues and had to have an EKG. I am purring that everything will be okay for my sweet furiend.

Riley and Skippy sent me a blue ribbon. They said, "Concatulations Hooch on your Daily Diary Pick. Riley & Skippy Hugs" Please remember to stop by Riley's page to concatulate him on his pawsome COTD honor!

Snowflake and his pawsome furmily sent me a red ribbon. They said, "Hi Hooch, congrats on being a DDP!! Have a fantastic day in the diary spotlight! Purrs, Snowflake and family"

The adorable Oliver and Dewey sent me a furever crown. They said, "HEY!!! YU A DDP!!! Hopes yu haz a grrrrreat day!!!!"

10:22 AM EST ~

Kibbles and his caring furmily sent me a delicious steak. They said, "Good Morning Hooch and A Big Concatulation to you on your DDP Today. We hope you enjoy your day in the spotlight. Well deserved. Love Your Friends, Kibbles, Francis, & Yoda and Family"

Jaspurr and his wonderpur furmily sent me a delicious cherry drink. They said, "HEY!!! YU A DDP!!! Hopes yu haz a grrrrreat day!!!!"They said, "Dear Hooch~ Catgrats on being today's DDP and have a great day, celebrating your pawsome honor... Love~ Jaspurr & Co. xoxo"

My pawrents are picking up my grandma and taking her out to lunch after church today. I will be back later! It will be a pawsome day for sure!

5:33 PM EST ~

My pawrents were gone for the afternoon. When they arrived home, I was anxious to see my pmails.

Karma Kitty and her sweet brofurs sent me a lovely rose. They said, "Sweet Hooch, Big Concats on your DDP We love you so very much. Please take care honey. Love, Karma, Bobbi, Charlie and Punkin" Be sure to stop by to wish Karma a Happy 4th Birthday tomorrow!

Mipo sent me a furever rainbow star. He said, "finally some good news, and concats, my dear Hooch! mom is adjusting to not having Biggles at the company, but will have to send Little Mask by the end of the week to meet him... He has intest.lymphoma. But I am here for you!! kitty hugs Mipo" Sad purrs and love for Little Mask. Thank you, Mipo, for ALWAYS being there for me, my siblings and my human brofur Jim.

Riley sent me a beautifur furever diamond. He said, "Thank you so furry much for the shiny star and helping me celebrate my special day. I love my furriend. Riley Hugs" Riley, you cheer so many on in their special days and honors. Thank you for being my furiend.

My sick furiend Ginnger sent me a delicious grape drink. He said, "Concats on being a DDP today! Enjoy this grape drink to celebrate. Hope you're feeling good today! purrs & hugs, Ginngie" Please send Ginngie your love, purrs and support. He is a very sick boy but has been eating better lately.

Buddie sent me a blue ribbon. He said, "You have been selected to receive a FRESH "Buddie's Well Wishers GANG Healing Rosette"--Given with prayers, love & well wishes from HUNDREDS of furfaces represented by this Rosette! We love you, Our Pal Hooch! xoxooxxoooxxoxoxooxo" Thank you, Buddie, for the constant purrs and love for me.

Teebo and Callie sent me a fun beach ball. They said, "Concats on your DDP pick! We're hoping that you keep feeling better! Purrs, Teebo and Callie"

Soc and his caring furmily sent me a delicious grape drink. They said, "We hope you enjoy your special day Hooch, love always soc and familyxx"

Sir Sonny Bono sent me a red ribbon. He said, "Catgrats Hooch on being a DDP! I just want you to know we pray for you all the time along with your human brofur, we love you and your whole family, you are very special to us, Sonny * waves * to Hooch from the earth window, Luv ya buddy, Sonny"

Jack and his wonderpur brofurs sent me the power of the paw. They said, "Hooch, congrats on being a daily diary pick. We're really pulling for you and hope your Meowmy has hit the magic number. Your friends, The Kittedy Brothers"

My dear and beloved furiend Angel Garfield sent me a trophy. He said, "My prize to you for not having to be FF"

And, my dad just brought in a very special surprise. You see, yesterday, my pawrents did not bring in the mail. Little did my pawrents know that awaiting me was a special delivery from Rizza, her Kangaroo Kitty siblings and their meowmy Deb. It was a beautifur card with a kitty on the front and inside was a note to me from Rizza and the kitties and a note to my meowmy from Deb. My note reads "Dearest Hooch, This little note is from me to you bound with love and bestest wishes. We are so sorry that you is sick and will keep our pawrayers coming. Rizza and all the Kangaroo Kitties" Deb sent 4 postcards. One had the faces of Australia... such cute animal faces. One had Wildflowers of Australia - with the pretty red and black State emblem as one of the pictures. One had a picture of Kangaroo Island and seals. Rizza's meowmy said she had stood where the picture was taken of Kangaroo Island. The last postcard a beautifur picture of the city of Adelaide, Australia. This is Rizza's meowmy's home town. And there was a lovely book on the history and sites of Adelaide for my meowmy to look at to occupy her worried mind. Right now, my dad has taken off with the book so my meowmy will have to wait her turn. Thank you for the lovely gift and card, Rizza and furmily.

6:08 PM EST ~

Muppet and her pawsome furmily sent me a loving rose. They said, "Congratulations Hooch on being chosen a DDP today! Hope your day continues to go well so no more of those icky FF's!! Hugs & luvs to you from all of us, Lil' Muppet & Family xoxo"

Isabella and her precious furmily sent me a delicious cherry drink. They said, "Concats Hooch! DPP again!! You are so Catster famous! Cheers to another day in the spotlight!!!! Love n purrs, Bella, Tally and angels, Tiger & Sami"

6:30 PM EST ~

My fellow DDP honoree today, Ginny sent me a red ribbon. She said, "Hooch! We are BOTH diary picks today! It's a super day to be orange! Concats my furrend." And CONCATS to you my sweet furiend.

My sweet Calamity sent me a delicious ice cream cone. She said, "OMC HOoch!! Concats on being a DDP today!! That's so pawsome!! We luv you and hope your meomy has spoiled you rotten today!!! We are so happy fur you and it couldn't happen to a sweeter, most handsome fellow!! All my love and BIG concrats!" AND she sent me a big juicy steak and said, "Heres a big juicy steak for you to celebrate with Hoochy Poo!! Yippee fur you!! I'm so PROUD of you... Love Calamity, the one who's your number 1 fan!"

9:20 PM EST ~

Little Mask sent me a furever rainbow star. He said, "thank you Hooch, I will watch over you, when I'm at the rainbow. I had a good long life, and so much love. Now mom needs to show me the ultimate love that she sends me away... Zack and Mr.Boombastic will pick me up. Kitty hugs Little Mask" Little Mask, I know your meowmy asked us not to be sad but we just can't help it. Know how much you have been loved and your meowmy is giving you the ultimate gift of love. Godspeed on your journey Wednesday. I will not promise not to cry, however. Lots of love to you, sweet furiend.

Junior Fluffkins and his furmily sent me the power of the paw. They said, "Hooch, concatulations!!! but we want you to know we are still purring for you!!"

Sausage and Meatball sent me a pawsome blue ribbon. They said, "ConCATs on your DDP! You should win Cat of The YEAR!!! Loves, hugs & purrs! Sausage & Meatball" *starts to drool* I always get hungry when I think of sweet Sausage and Meatball. I wonder why that is???????

My morning at the doc doc's.

Well, I never saw it coming. My meowmy really pulled one over on me today. I totally furgot what day it was... "D" day for my B12 shot. Uh oh. But, let me start at the beginning of my day. I was bouncy anxious to get out of my room this morning. However, my meowmy would not allow it because I had NOT eaten enough food, though I was close again. Boy, I must measure better with my intake. So, Meowmy left me in "the" room and went down to prepare my forced feeding. She brought it back up and gave me my "FF" and then my potassium pills and finally my insulin shot. She opened the door and I bounded out to check out how effurything was in the other world. I did stay upstairs for the most part. I heard my meowmy coming back upstair but did not think much about it... UNTIL she stopped and leaned over and picked me up. I was going, OH NO! I had furgotten what day it was.... silly senior ol' brain.

Of course, she put in in the prison carrier and off we headed to see the doc doc and vampires. The first thing they did is weigh me. I am still 12.8 so this is good... not losing... maintaining.

Then they took me back in the room. Leslie came in with her new toy. It is to actually read animals glucose... and can be used at home. Well, the first place they tried was my ear. It didn't appear to hurt when Leslie did it but I did not give enough blood and Leslie accidently touched the little blood I gave with her finger. So, she decided to do the pad on my front paw. That seemed to work. She checked my glucose and it read 155. This is good. However, she wanted to check it so she got THE needle and took blood from my arm. She read that and it was in the 161... so those were both close. Then Dr. Elliott said that afternoon readings are really best because, if you are going to crash, that is normally when it is the lowest. So, I have to go back about 2 for a recheck.

Dr. Elliott said that, if I am on the low side again, we might want to consider giving me 3 1/2 units in the morning and 3 in the evening. So, we shall see what my next blood letting shows.

My meowmy tells me that I have to tell you that I did have to have a small forced feeding last night. She is such a tattletale! Pffffftttt.

Baby G is still not eating well. In fact, she is hanging out under the sofa in the family room now. She normally does this when she is either sick or hiding from Meowmy when she thinks she has to go to the doc doc. By now, Baby G is normally begging for more food and this is after she has eaten her breakfast. So far, she only has taken a few bites. Dr. Elliott told my meowmy that it is really too soon for another Depo shot. He likes to keep those to no closer than every month and prefers less often than that.

Jerry sent me a refreshing grape drink. He said, "Thank you so much Hooch for the pretty blue ribbon and the plaque. I love them ! Here's a cooling grape drink for you. I sure hope you are doing ok. Lot's of Love & Purr's, Jerry" Cute little Jerry was a DDP today. Concats to you, Jerry.

6:26 PM EST ~

My meowmy got busy with doing other things and did not complete my diary when I got home at 2:30. So, here's the scoop ~ my reading this afternoon was down to 82 but Dr. Elliott said that is within normal. So, he has suggested that we do 3 1/2 units of insulin in the morning and 3 units in the evening and see how that works. Also, my meowmy got the exact two readings from this morning and has put the correct readings in my third paragraph in this diary.

And GUESS WHAT? I have eaten enough food to skip my forced feeding tonight. Yay. I will have to work on this daily because I really don't like those FF's.

7:27 PM EST ~

Chef Rooster and his pawsome furmily sent me the power of the paw. They said, "Hooch we love you and are purring daily for you! Have a good weekend. Love and purrs The Bryan Texas Kitties"

Mr. Biggles went to the Bridge.

I have more very sad news. My furiend Mr. Biggles was called to the Rainbow Bridge during his sleep last night. I have just learned about this and am deeply saddened. Fly free, sweet boy! You are healthy now but will be missed so deeply. You were blessed with a special meowmy for a short time in your precious and all too short life. I send you love, Mr. Biggles....... I will look for another new and bright star in the heavens tonight.

6:38 PM EST ~

I got a very special gift from a "new angel" furiend Mr. Biggles. He sent me a furever rainbow star and said, "my dear Hooch thank you for having me in your diary today. I am an angel now, it was the weirdest thing. I went to sleep and when I woke up, I was at the rainbow bridge. It seems to be a nice place, though I will miss going to work. hugs Biggles" Biggles, I will miss you. Thank you for the furever star, dear furiend.

My heart has had too many "owies" this year with loss of so many sweet and precious furiends. Each one of you have taken a piece of my heart with you. Mr. Biggles, you took a chunk with you when you left so quickly.

No forced feeding this morning.

Good morning to my furiends. Well, this morning I barely escaped the forced feeding. Whew! I got my potassium pills and my new shot of 3 1/2 units of insulin. My meowmy told me that she hopes this is the "magic" dose that will bring me around to "normal". Does she think cats are normal? I think not. We are all unique and special. Normal... hahahaha. I am hoping for a special and feel good day.

Meowmy is a little concerned about Baby G this morning, however. Yesterday, she threw up and that is not effur a good sign.. and it was NOT a hairball. Meowmy doesn't worry if there is a hairball causing it. This morning, Baby G barely touched her food. Meowmy will give her a dose of hairball lubricant in case it is a hairball and not a beginning flare up of the pancreatitis or inflammation again. And, wouldn't you know that Dr. Booker is off until Monday?!?! Dr. Elliott is good but he doesn't have the touch that Dr. Booker seems to have with Baby G. We are hoping it is a hairball issue.

2:54 PM EST ~

Angel Baby Kitty and her sweet furmily sent me a healing candle. They said, "We are purring fur mew to feel betfur & fur mew to eat fur mewr meowmie. Our angel kitteh, Baby Kitty, will watch over mew from da RB. Here is a candle to remind me we are thinking of mew."

My adventure at the doc doc this afternoon.

My doc doc adventure today. Well, this morning started off so so... I did get a small forced feeding as I had NOT eaten enough to "qualify" before my insulin shot. I was also forced to choke down those potassium pills... YUK. I try to spit them out every single chance I get.

The rest of my day was relatively normal. I spent some time with my furmily. About 2:30, I began to yowl to go into the front part of the house. Meowmy allowed it, as usual. She was hoping I did NOT know that I had to be at the doc doc's at 3 today. She was WRONG! MOL!

She thought she was being furry quiet with effurything. She even got dressed and put some make up on about 1 so I could not figure out what was about to happen. Well, I KNEW. So, when the clock was winding down toward my date with the vampires, I wanted to seek a hiding place.

I went to MY room and hid under the chair again. My meowmy spotted me immediately upon entering MY room. So, she moved my food and water bowl from in front of the chair and began to slide my hiding place away from me. Not happening if I can help it. I bolted from the room at warp speed, with Meowmy fast on my rear. I stopped on the 3rd step on the stairway and crouched and began to meow and shake. I knew I could not escape, so I just reluctantly gave up.

My meowmy picked me up gently but I noticed she had grabbed my tail and was holding it between my rear legs. What.... not even giving me chance to christen her again. NOT FAIR!

She put me in the carrier prison and I began to wail. I kept it up the whole way to my doc doc's. Meowmy says it is wonderfur that we only live 5 minutes away. I was weighed upon my arrival and I have gained more weight. I am now 12.8 pounds... I really am eating... plus I think I am not on diet food anymore so all the food is piling on me. MOL.

They took me in the back and the vampires took some of my blood. Well, now... this is a new twist for me. This time my glucose level is low. It was only 71. So my doc doc said to reduce my insulin to 3 1/2 units immediately and to bring me home and feed me. So, guess what? YEP... another forced feeding. Meowmy told me to eat and I just looked at her and thought "Make me!" NEVER think that because your pawrents will do just what YOU don't want them to do. So, right now, I am going to the living room to sulk because I had a forced feeding because my doc doc said I HAD to eat and my meowmy did NOT want me to crash. Well, hiss and spit is all I will say about that.

4:54 PM EST ~

Hannah and her pawsome furmily sent me a delicious watermelon. They said, "Some sugar-free melon, guaranteed to cool you off on a hot day. And then, it's just the right time for a nice nap after.
Melon
Hugs, Hannah & family"

My day so far.......

Well, this morning was a forced feeding day again. I did not quite make my goal for desired intake. I was a good boy and did not put up too much fuss when I got my feeding and then my potassium and insulin. I go tomorrow for another blood letting. I am hoping it is just for my glucose tomrrow and not another Fructosamine.

Today, my meowmy and dad went out to breakfast and over to feed my great cat nephews that they are watching. Then they had a few errands to run so I had a relaxing morning all by myself without disturbance from any humans or siblings.

My meowmy says that I am almost at my needed intake to "miss" the forced feeding tonight so I need to work on my eating a little.

Last night after I was tucked into bed, Navin R. Johnson-Davis sent me a rainbow rosette. He said, "Dearest Hooch, I am sending Cougar kisses and we are purring and praying for you as hard as we can. I am so sorry to hear you are not feeling well. Blessings to your wonderful family. All my love, Navin R. Johnson-Davis"

9:52 PM EST ~

Anne and her precious furmily sent me a furever crown. They said, "We love you and are purring for each day to be perfect for you! We think you are the cat's meow!! Here is a crown for the King of his universe!! MOL! Love, Anne, Sagan, and the whole family"

A forced food morning for me.

Well, this morning I was delighted to be let out of my room by my dad and I assisted him in walking... performing my figure eights around him as he walked. I even assisted him down the stairs. Wasn't I nice? One would think I would be rewarded for my efforts but NO. Do you know the thanks I received? Well, I was force fed. Yes, you heard me... force fed this morning. I was not particularly a happy camper to have this treatment, especially since I had been so helpful with my dad. You just can't please humans.
Meowmy told me that I was being force fed because I only ate half of my night food supply. I told her that was all I wanted but she would not listen to me. She muttered something about I was getting my new dose of 4 units of insulin this morning. Well, pffffffttt. So, meowmy choked down my food and then gave me the yucky potassium and finally gave me my shot. For several hours, she would NOT allow me out into the front part of the house because she wanted to watch me. Like, what was I going to do? Hmmmm.
This morning I found some nice gifties and greetings.

Toni and her sweet furmily sent me a caring heart. They said, "Dear Hooch - please get well soon! We are purring for you "

Inspector Morse and his precious furmily sent me a fun beach ball. They said, "ConCats on being a Daily Diary Pick Hooch! Still in our prayers that you will improve daily & be in much better health soon! Healing Purrs & Power of the Paw, Inspector Morse, Thomasina & Caelian Kian, BabyCat Calliope, Leah, Crow, Lilly Cat"

Smokey and Punky sent me the power of the paw. They said, "We are purring for you!!"

Riley, Skippy and their meowmy sent me a healing heart. They said, "Praying very hard for you Hooch. We send our Love to you sweetie. Riley, Skippy, and Mom "

10:30 PM EST ~

My human brofur who has been so sick had to come into town today to pick up a prescription... so he and Donna came over and my pawrents got a lovely visit with them. They had a delicious dinner and meowmy said that she thought Jim was not quite up to what he was on their last visit. She wonders if maybe because he has a small appetite and feels a little better IF just maybe he is overworking his body.

Hannah sent me a beautifur heart. She said, "Hooch, my heart hurts when I hear you are not feeling well. It doesn't seem fair that so many unhappy things happen to the sweetest cats. Please eat your supper, and try hard to get better. So many here love you to pieces, including me.~Hannah"

Sampson Silver Dollar sent me the power of the paw. They said, "Hi Hooch, Here's a belated Power of the Paw for your DDP yesterday (we couldn't get to your page) & for you to get well ASAP! Purrs & Prayers to you, Sampy & Gang"

I am one of today's DDP honorees and more saddness in- another furiend going to the Bridge.

Oh my, I woke up to learn that I am one of today's DDP honorees. Thank you Catster HQ and Diary Gal. This is pawsome. And, it is made even better by sharing it with furiends. Today, I share the diary spotlight with some special furiends - Boogers, Fido and Monte Carlo and another furiend is the DOTD - Angel Faith. CONCATS to all my friends on this special diary day. It is not often that we get to share the celebration with so many furiends.

I did not have any more white foam issues yesterday after the one in the afternoon but I barely escaped the forced feeding. In fact, I think I fell slightly short of my needed intake this morning but my meowmy allowed it to slide as I was already scared of what she was going to do to me. She told me that my eating attempt was close enough to barely pass. Then she proceeded to give me the potassium and my insulin shot. She said she is keeping an extra special eye on me for a while this morning.

My heart was even more saddened this morning as I learned that another sweet furiend has gone to the Bridge. Yesterday, Cosmo was helped to the Bridge by his loving pawrents. Cosmo is the doggie brofur of the sweet furmily of Mercy. I was very saddened to learn that Cosmo had made his journey yesterday and send his furmily love and sympathy from my whole furmily. Please let Cosmo's furmily know you care.

We are still grieving for Sammie's crossing the Bridge yesterday. Please send your love and support to Sammie's furmily, too.

Yesterday after I got off the catputer, I received three lovely gifties.

Angel Tyler sent me a loving heart... just like his. He said, "Love you Hooch! Remember, I'm always looking out for you and your family - just a whoosh away. Love, Tyler xxx" I love you, Tyler, and will miss you on earth but look to the heavens to see you. You are a special angel.

Chai Latte-Capone sent me the power of the paw. She said, "Dear Hooch, Thank you for the trophy and the pawsome graphic for my Diary of the Day honor. I have the graphic on my page and it will always be there to remind me of our precious furiendship. Your furever furiend, Chai" Chai and her precious furmily have given me so much love and encouragement throughout my illness. They are special furiends.

Puss Puss sent me the power of the paw. She said, "Purrin' the biggest pwayer I can for you Hoochie. Love Puss-Puss xxx"

Fido and his wonderpurr furmily sent me the power of the paw. They said, "Awww Hooch, we're sorry to hear you're having a bad day. Ups and downs sure keep your meowmy busy We are continuing purring for you and your meowmy! It's an honor to be a DDP with 3 of my friends today and you're one of 'em! *bonks*"

Toffy and Vanessa sent me the power of the paw. They said, "We are sending you lots of pawsitive thoughts and purrs, Hooch, because we want you to get better. Purrs and hugs, Toffy & Vanessa"

Mathis and his pawsome furmily sent me a healing heart. They said, "Meow Hooch, We are purring for you. Purrs, Mathis, Belle, Antoine, Entrechat, Figaro, Kragen, Dusty & Clara"

I got a sweet heart from an unknown. All I could see was a white box with a red X inside. The mysterious sender said, "Hooch! Concats on being DDP!!! I am so sorry you are feeling bad. I am purrring my whiskers off for you!!!!!!!!!" Thank you to whomever sent me this. If you would pmail me privately, I would love to know who you are and I do thank you!

Jasmine and her sweet furmily sent me a caring heart. They said, "Concats on DDP today Hooch!!! Sweet Hooch you are always in our purrayers and we love you and wish you will feel better. Love always, Jazzy, Isabelle Love and Pumkin Pooh xoxoxox"

Sweet Angel Wally sent me a loving heart. He said,
Congrats
"Hooch sweet boy. I hope and purr that today you are feeling better! Love always Wally"

Thomas and his nice furmily sent me a blue ribbon. They said, "ConCats on being a Daily Diary Pick! So sorry to read again about the vampire docs. Sending some healing purrs & angel wing flaps your way to ward off illness. Thomas, Thomasina, Mouser, Grey Lady, Shane Ladd & Shaun, Dandelion, Magpie, Aurora"

My sweet Calamity sent me a Hero Ribbon. She said, "Concats on being a DDP today Mr. Handsome Pants, although the content of your diary entry for the diary pick makes me sooo sad! I'm so sorry you had another very bad day. I know how strong you are Hooch and you will make it threw this!! xoxoxox"

Aedan sent me the powr of the paw. She said, "Sending some Orange purrs your way. Get well soon, my furriend!"

Eddy and her wonderpurr furmily sent me a delicious grape drink. They said, "Sweet Hooch, We hope you enjoy this cooling grape drink. It's are favorite. Take it easy . Love & Purr's & Wag's, Eddy & Family"

Michael and his sweet furmily sent me the power of the paw. They said, "Sending healing purrs. Concats on being DDP"

Angel Baby and her pawsome furmily sent me the power of the paw. They said, "Hooch, We're all purring for you and keeping you in our thoughts. Hugs from all of us."

Monte Carlo sent me the power of the paw. He said,
Congrats
"Catgrats on your DDP and I'm so honored to be sharing mine with you. Feel better soon! Love~ Monte "

Kibbles and his wonderfur furmily sent me a healing heart. They said, "Concats on Being DDP today. Hope you have a great day. We wish you well. Love, Kibbles, Francis, & Yoda"

Penelope and her sweet furmily sent me a loving heart. They said, "Hi,we just wanted to check in to see how you are feeling We sure are praying hard that you have a great day! Hang in there sweet boy Hope you feel the hugs & kisses we are sending y'all Remember to hug your Mom for us Love, Autumn, Roscoe, Dog, Penny, Mom"

Calvin and his wonderfur furmily sent me a caring heart. They said, "Congrats from all of us on being a diary pick today, Hooch! The Diary Gal loves you and so do we! I hope today is a better day for you."

Beauty and her sweet furmily sent me a delicious steak. They said, "Hi Hooch, concats on being a diary pick today!! Have a wonderful day in the diary spotlight!!! Purrs, Snowflake and family"

Ginnger sent me a yummy steak. He said, "Concats on being a DDP! This steak is to entice you to eat! I understand that foamy stuff, I do that a lot too, always have when I haven't eaten. Please take care of yourself...and EAT!!! purrs & hugs, Ginngie" As always, I send Ginngie my love and all the purrs I can muster for him. I love you, Ginngie. Please stop by and leave Ginnger your love and purrs, too.

Chai Latte-Capone and her wonderfur furmily sent me the power of the paw. They said, "Dear Hooch, Concats on being a DDP today dear furiend. We are sorry yesterday was not a good day and we are purring for today to be better. Hugs & Love, Your furever furiends in San Francisco"

3:47 PM EST ~

Well, my meowmy had started to list my new gifties, concats and comments. You see my pawrents went to lunch with my dad's meowmy after she got out of church and they had just gotten home. Well, as my meowmy was putting the finishing touch on my diary, the doorbell rang and we had company. It is now 7:21 PM EST where we live and my meowmy will now post what she was about to at 3:47.

Gimme and his furmily sent me the power of the paw. They said, "Concats for being a DDP!! We're purring hard for you. Love, Gimme, Ele', and Ambro"

Wanda and her pawsome furmily sent me a juicy steak. They said, "Congrats Hooch! We are saddened to hear that you are not feeling well. Our daily purrayers always include you and your sweet meowmy,your are such a brave little trooper.We love you.Your extended family Wanda, Norman & all of the rest of the herd "

My sweet furiend Angel Macallan sent me a beautifur sunflower. He said, "ConCats, dear Hooch for being named DDP! I'm so proud of you..now, keep eating and doing what your meowmy says!! Love you heaps and bunches!!! Mac" Thank you, Mac. You are and always will be one of my big heroes. I will remember you and love you furever. Thank you for looking after me.

Nikko and Scooter sent me a delicious cherry drink. They said, "Here is a vitamin drink to help you out! Congrats on being a DDP and we are purring for you daily."

Penelope and her sweet furmily sent me a blue ribbon. They said, "CONCATULATIONS ON DDP!You deserve it, we enjoy your diary entries.That honor should help your appetite (paws crossed)! I'm sure your Mom has tried duck soup, my Mom had a sick ferret that wouldn't eat anything but that,just a thought. Enjoy your day"

Luci sent me the power of the paw. She said, "Dear Hooch, I was happy to see you were a diary pick today but deeply saddened when I read how yucky you have been feeling lately. I will be purring and purring for you. Special Purrs, Luci"

Angel Murray the First sent me a yummy steak. He said, "Aw, Hooch, I've been keeping an eye on you and sprinkling angel dust like mad to help you feel better. Concats on being a diary pick!"

Muppet and her sweet furmily sent me the power of the paw. They said, "Congrats on your DDP today, Hooch! We continue to pray that you start feeling better soon. Gentle Hugs & Luv, Lil' Muppet & Family xoxo"

Kitty Pryde, Indiana and their meowmy sent me a red ribbon. They said, "Concats on being a Diary Pick today Hootch!!! We are purrrring for you evfurry day to be well =)
Kitty, Indy and Mom"

7:21 PM EST ~ I will now start my new gifties and concats and purrs. And I can't thank all of you enough.

Soc and his wonderfur furmily sent me the power of the paw. They said, "Hooch my wonderful friend,we are sending you huge purrs your way today, please please please get better, we love you so much,love always, soc and familyxxx"

Chef Rooster and his pawsome furmily sent me a beautifur Hero Ribbon. They said, "Our dear sweet Hooch You are truly our hero, you are dignity purrsonified! We are purring for you, and Hey!Concats on DDP! Love and purrs The Bryan Texas Kitties"

Sweet Karma Kitty and her brofurs sent me a refreshing ice cream cone. They said, "Hi dear Hooch, We wanted to drop a line and say BIG Concats on being a DDP today. Hope you are doing better and better. Hugs & Kisses, Karma & Brofurs"

Jason Hopper sent me a blue ribbon. He said, "CONCATS on being the DDP, but I am SO sorry you are feeling bad. You ARE going to be better! Jas Purrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrr... Purrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrr... Purrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrr"

Isabella and her precious furmily sent me the power of the paw. They said, "Concats Hooch on being a DPP today! We continue to purr for you and hope that this special day will find you feeling spunky and hungry! Purrs, Bella, Tally and angels, Tiger and Sami"

Tyler sent me a delicious ice cream cone. He said, "Hooch, you did it again, DDP, woohoo! I'm hoping this delish icecream will tempt you to eat on your own today. Remember, paw by paw my friend. We love you xxx" Tyler is another of my heroes in life. He is a shining star... just like his special sisfur Missy. I love you both. Thank you for watching over me.

A beautifur angel named Missy sent me the power of the paw. She said, "Hooch, many concats on getting yet another DDP! Me and Tyler are always with you sweet boy. Love, Missy xxx"

9:30 PM EST ~

Ozzy and Harriet sent me a furever crown. They said, "Hiya Hooch! We think you are one terrific cat and we are purroud to know you. Hoping you feel better soon! You are our personal DDP of the day everyday! meowies from your furriends, Ozzy and Harriet"

From Hooch's meowmy ~

From Hooch's meowmy ~

Today appears not to be a really good one for him. While he had eaten enough to miss the forced feeding this morning, he has shown little interest in much today. He is just laying around like he doesn't feel up to par and he threw up some foamy fluid this afternoon and he is NOT really eating., other than he has only taken a few bites since his breakfast time. I found a dried spot where it appears that he had had another foam incident during the night up in the bedroom where he sleeps. Please remember Hooch in an extra prayer tonight.

Another sweet furiend is now at the Bridge.

We just learned that a very sweet furiend named Sammie went to the Bridge yesterday. We are deeply shocked and saddened over this news. Sammie and his furmily have been so kind to us since we joined Catster and my furmily and I can't begin to tell them how much they meant and still mean to us. Sammie, we will look to the heavens tonight to see your new star shining brightly. We will furever remember and love you! My furmily and I send your grieving pawrents our deepest sympathy. You will live furever in their hearts. You made many special memories for them.

Aaarrrgh! I will have to have another Fructosamine on- Wednesday!

Well, my concats to my sisfur Sunflower are in order. She was one of today's diary picks, along with two of our furiends, Angel Patches and cute little Fisher. Fisher is the brother of my sweet furiend Angel Zack. It is nice to see furiends in the diary spotlight.

I heard my doc doc call my meowmy early this morning. She had my Fructosamine report from yesterday. My levels are still not good so, as of Monday morning, I will start on 4 units of insulin. My doc doc said she preferred to wait until Monday to up the dose since we are dealing with the weekend. Then, she told my meowmy that I am to return on Wednesday afternoon for another Fructosamine! Oh no... not more blood. Do you think that they have left any blood inside of me? They certainly do like my blood.

My meowmy asked my doc doc about my UTI and she was told that the glucose levels still being high most probably are the cause of it.

I had eaten my breakfast and did not get a forced feeding and have have my morning torture of the potassium pills and insulin so I should be good until tonight!

Yesterday after we shut the catputer down, I received some nice rosettes.

Mayhem, Angel Murder and their meowmy Mary sent me the power of the paw. They said, "Hooch...here is a little power of the paw to help ward off the mean old doc doc! We will be purring and praying for you! Mayhem, Murder RIP and our mommy Mary"

Sweet Angel Mipo sent me a purrty rose. He said, "you gained weight! that is good news. Mom had 6 for surgery this week, but they kept the kitten, Frankie, and he got adopted. He was flung over the fence on Sat.! 4 dentals, and Sebastians eyelid surgery. be well, my friend kitty hugs Mipo" Mipo, thank you for caring about me and so many other kitties. You are furry special and so is your meowmy!

Harry and his wonderfurr furmily sent me a beach ball. They said, "We're sorry you had such a horrible day today! Maybe playing with the beach ball will cheer you up! Lots of love and purrs, Harry, Albie, and Family" Harry has posted a new picture of him with his adorable meowmy. Check it out.

Today Purrscilla sent me a fun beach ball. She said, "Thank you fur the rosette & COTD honor, Hooch! hugs & purrs, Purrscilla" CONCATS on your pawsome honor as COTD, Purrscilla.

5:31 PM EST ~

Soc sent me a fun tree. They said, "We love you Hooch, please look after yourself,have a lovely weekend,love Soc and family, so sorry to hear about your dear friend"

What a horrid day!

Well, today was the pits for me. Pfffffffffffffffftttttttttt!!!!!!!!! I knew that it was my day to go to the doc doc's so I decided to hide again this morning. My meowmy looked all around for me and even looked under the bed in my room but she saw no Hooch... until she looked under the chair. There I was! She had to move the chair to get me. When she picked me up, she turned me upside down so I would not christen her again. Well, how did that work for her??????? Not well. I did my little trick... just like a little boy and began shooting into the air and drenching her sleeve and hitting her leg and shoe and a little on the carpet. What did she do? Well, she took my tail and held it between my legs... rather quickly I might add. She proceeded to carry me downstairs and put me into the prison carrier. She left me there and went to call my doc doc to tell them that we would be a little late for our 9:40 appointment. Then she cleaned herself and took a cleaner upstairs and cleaned the place on the carpet that I christened.

The good news is that I am eating and not being force fed. In fact, I am now 12.2 pounds so I am gaining. Yah.

However, today being my B12 day, I knew I would be getting a shot. And, those vampires shaved another spot on me... my back leg. They took more of my blood and sent it off for a Fructosamine. Then, my doc doc decided that she really needed to check my urine to see if I have an infection going on. But guess what? I was empty. So, the doc doc said she would keep me and obtain my urine and give my meowmy a call. So, off they took me to the back. NOOOOOOOOOOOOO!

Well, I was already shaking with fear. I was to have NO part of this evil plot to get MY urine. So, I refused to drink or eat. My meowmy called a little after 3 to see if they had decided to keep me or what was going on. They told my meowmy that they had just gotten some of my urine. I did NOT give it up easily, mind you. Meowmy told them to call her when I was ready. Finally, Leslie called my meowmy after 4 PM. Meowmy came to get me and Leslie put me in the prison carrier and brought me out front. She told my meowmy that I did NOT want to give up any urine and refused to eat and even hid in the corner and slept in my cage. I tell you, I will NOT be a part of this evil plot to rob me of all my fluids!

It turns out that I do have a UTI! I received a shot of Convenia. It is a long lasting antibiotic. So, with all of that, they released me from my torture. I came home with my meowmy. I sang and yowled all the way home. When we arrived home, I went upstairs to see what I could eat. And, I have eaten enough that I won't have to be force fed tonight. Yay.

I have neglected some lovely rosettes and wishes in the past two days.

On Wednesday, Mouser sent me a cool grape drink. He said, "here is a nice cool drink to cool off sugar free of course xoxoxo mouser"

Then yesterday I received three rosettes.

Penelope and her sweet furmily sent me the power of the paw. They said, "Hi Hooch! Mom had a sec to check on you & we are so HAPPY you are feeling better! Keep up the good work. Anyway,we didn't want you to think we had forgotten about you. We say a prayer for you every night. We love you,buddy ! xoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxo"

Bella sent me a sweet heart. She said, "Dear Hooch, Thank you so much for the trophy you sent me yesterday for being COTD. It was a wonderful day, especially hearing from so many of my special friends. We read your diary and have kept you in our purrrs, dear friend. Love, Bella"

My sweet Angel Belle sent me a yummy watermelon. She said, "Hooch, mom says you are having more good days! Are you feeling like a picnic? I know where the best watermelon grow."

Thank you for the lovely rosettes and for some nice messages.

I am going to a sleep over at Kibbles tonight. Need to pack my sleeping bag.

Oh, CONCATS to my sisfur Cassidy on her DDP honor today and to Newman on his second for the week.

I have another Guardian Angel and something cute from- Fisher.

I had a good morning. I was hungry and had eaten enough to escape the forced feeding. I haven't been too interested in coming downstairs today but that is okay. Part of the day my pawrents have been away. They went to lunch with a dear furiend. His wife died about 1 1/2 years ago. She was one of my meowmy's best furiends and my meowmy says she will furever miss her. Meowmy told me that she was one of the best cooks that she has ever known. My pawrents had a good time with her husband and played "catch up" as it has been about 6 months since they were last together.

Fisher sent me a black cat. He said, "Hi Hooch! Thanks for the awesome trophy, & the paw too! It was great being DOTD. At least I have more to write than this guy...
Diary
XO~Fisher"

Zack sent me a furever Star of an Angel. He said, "Dear friend, I am sending this angel star to shine over you, and protect you. May I join your other guardians and watch over you? I will make sure my earthly family continues to purr for your full recovery, and a long life. Love, >^,,^< Zack"

8:26 PM EST ~

Angel Ava Corrine sent me a Hero Ribbon. She said, "Thanks hunny Hooch. We know you from reading forums. Thanks for the gift."

Raven ^PAWS^ sent me a loving heart. She said, "*gently kisses Hooch on the top of the head* Hi Hooch! It's me, Ravie. Just wanted to say hi and give you a get well smooch. I hope it works. We are all thinking of you and purring loudly!!!!!"

My Sunday report.

Yesterday, my pawrents were away most of the day. Yesterday was a big day for my "older" sisfur Kujo. You see, she turned 12! We pawtied all day while our pawrents were away.

Last night when our pawrents came in, my meowmy had to help Kujo open her pawresents from Moozer and her pmails and gifties that she received from all her furiends. I did not get to check my page until this morning.

I want to wish my little sisfur Precious a furry Happy 4th Birthday today! Let's pawty.

I did have to have a small forced feeding. I was a little slower at my eating but Meowmy told me it was not too bad. She was being furry cautious.

This morning, I came close to a forced feeding. I had not quite eaten enough when my meowmy came in this morning to give me my insulin and potassium. While she was cleaning my litterbox, I decided to eat a little more and my meowmy said she would let it slide as I was furry close. Whew! I had better eat more today so I don't have to get the forced feeding tonight.

Yesterday morning, my special and dear furiend Angel Garfield sent me a bright and warm sun. He said, "Hope you are feeling a lot better Hooch"

And I got something from a special and sweet furiend named Ginnger. He sent me a furever crown. He said, "For all the support you & your family have given mine, when you are fighting your own fight. You deserve this crown. Thank you for your purrs & power of the paw! And keep on eating Hooch! We check up on your progress too! purrs & hugs" Sweet Ginngie, I saw my meowmy's eyes when she read this. For some reason, water was pouring out of them. I love you, Ginngie, and I pray for you daily and for your pawrents, too. PLEASE pray for Ginnger and his pawrents as he is battling the big "C". I pray that he has many more good and quality filled days with his loving pawrents.

Another furiend is gone too soon and my day so far.

Angel Wanda's sweet brofur Edward lost his earthly battle with FIP on August 12th, after a valiant and brave fight of 10 weeks. Our furmily is deeply saddened by this but we know that sweet Edward is no longer suffering and is with his angel furmily at the Bridge. Godspeed and much love to Edward. We send our love and deepest sympathy to his grieving earth furmily.

An update on me. Last night, I did have to receive a small forced feeding. There may have been extenuating circumstances about it. You see, my dad was in MY room upstairs where I like to eat . He was cutting a hole in the wall going into the attic for a big walk in closet. My pawrents have been talking about doing this for several years and my dad bought a door and well.... he started the project. Now, there is a door where part of the wall used to be. It took him hours and hours to do this and I was a little unnerved by all the commotion. So, I did not eat my normal feeding. At least, that is what my meowmy is hoping.

I had eaten enough this morning to "get by" and not be force fed. However, I was acting really weird and hiding under the bed. My meowmy was dressed up and maybe I thought I was going to the doc doc or something. Whatever it was, my meowmy had to force me out from under the bed... or should I say "drag" me out. When she did that, as she was picking me up, she felt the all too wet dribble. I did not exactly pee on her but I was so nervous that I dribbled on her arm and down her dress. She did not get angry at me... instead she hugged me and gave me a kiss. Then she proceeded to give me my insulin and potassium and hurriedly left the room with me still inside. I heard her washing herself and then she hurried off. She later told me that she had an early eye appointment. And boy you should see her pupils now. They are so dilated. She looks furry funny.

I can't tell time but I know that I have to go to the doc doc for my B12 at 3:40 today. Meowmy said she may tell Dr. Elliott about my poo. I had a furry soft and, as my meowmy called it, foul smelling poo earlier today. I hope this won't mean another shot or test for me.

11:05 AM EST ~

Tyler sent me the power of the paw. He said, "I'm watching over you, Hooch... I will be just a woosh away if you ever need me xxx" I love you, Tyler - furever!

4:10 PM EST ~

I am back from the doc doc's. Yay. All I had to do was get the B12 shot today! Dr. Elliott asked if we wanted him to check my glucose but meowmy told him I was doing okay for now. Plus she showed him my big bruise from the last glucose check I had. I was a trembling mess. Meowmy thought it was best to just get me out of there ASAP. I had gained some weight. Now I am 12.1 pounds. Yay.

As my meowmy was finishing up with checking us out, a lady brought her kitty in. We knew something was going on from the whole demeanor. She was bringing her baby in to help him or her to the Bridge. My meowmy had to get out of there very quickly and she cried all the way home. The poor lady bringing her baby in started crying after she gave the carrier with the kitty inside it to Leslie. We did not stay to see anything more but my meowmy wanted to go put her arms around that lady to comfort her but that probably would not have been wise.

Last night, I received some nice rosettes that I would like to mention.

Angel Mipo sent me an ice cream cone. He said, "let's have some sugarfree ice cream together, Hooch. I am happy to hear that you are fairly stable, it's about time. How is your brother doing? We are still sending healing to you, your mom and Jim kitty hugs and angel dust Mipo"

Sweet Angel Edward from Babes from Texas sent my furmily and me a furever Planet Earth is Furever. He said, "Thank you and your precious family for the kind words and my furever star. It means so much to us to have friends like you. Love Edward and family" Edward, you were a very brave kitty and fought the good fight. We are so very sorry you lost the battle. We love you!

7:46 PM EST ~

Mayhem, Angel Murder and their meowmy Mary sent me the power of the paw. They said, "Hooch..you are always in our purrs and prayers! May this power of the paw keep you safe and strong! God bless! Mayhem, Murder RIP and our mommy Mary"

A good morning and a story my meowmy loves.

I was a good boy this morning. I had eaten enough of my food to miss the forced feeding. Yay. I got my insulin and potassium and I was set for the morning. I am staying upstairs for the most part today. Meowmy thinks I don't trust her not to snatch me up and take me to the doc doc and she may be right.

This morning before I arose, I got a special gift from a furry special angel. Macallan sent me a fun beach ball. He said, "Meowlo my furriend! I'm keeping a watch over you & your family!! Keep doing what the doc doc tells you to do. Love you! Macallan...*sprinkles healing angel dust around his furriend*" I love you, Mac. You are definitely one of my special heroes.

Today, my meowmy is putting the following story on all of our pages. She read it years ago and decided to put it on all of our pages. It may cause a few sad tears to fall.

From my meowmy ~

This story really touched my heart. I hope you will learn that you cannot go only by outside appearances. See the love that Ugly had inside him... not what his outer being stated. I hope that I will meet Ugly across that "Rainbow Bridge". He certainly has a piece of my heart. I do not know the original author. Jo Ann

Everyone in the apartment complex I lived in knew who Ugly was. Ugly was the resident tomcat. Ugly loved three things in this world: fighting, eating garbage, Oh, and shall we say, love.

The combination of these things combined with a life spent outside had their effect on Ugly. To start with, he had only one eye, and where the other should have been was a gaping hole. He was also missing his ear on the same side, his left foot appeared to have been badly broken at one time, and had healed at an unnatural angle, making him look like he was always turning the corner.

His tail had long ago been lost, leaving only the smallest stub, which he would constantly jerk and twitch. Ugly would have been a dark gray tabby striped-type, except for the sores covering his head, neck, even his shoulders with thick, yellowing scabs. Every time someone saw Ugly there was the same reaction.

"That's one UGLY cat!!"

All the children were warned not to touch him, the adults threw rocks at him, hosed him down, squirted him when he tried to come in their homes, or shut his paws in the door when he would not leave.

Ugly always had the same reaction. If you turned the hose on him, he would stand there, getting soaked until you gave up and quit. If you threw things at him, he would curl his lanky body around feet in forgiveness.

Whenever he spied children, he would come running meowing frantically and bump his head against their hands, begging for their love. If ever someone picked him up he would immediately begin suckling on your shirt, earrings, whatever he could find.

One day Ugly shared his love with the neighbors huskies. They did not respond kindly, and Ugly was badly mauled. From my apartment I could hear his screams, and I tried to rush to his aid. By the time I got to where he was laying, it was apparent Ugly's sad life was almost at an end.

Ugly lay in a wet circle, his back legs and lower back twisted grossly out of shape, a gaping tear in the white strip of fur that ran down his front. As I picked him up and tried to carry him home I could hear him wheezing and gasping, and could feel him struggling. I must be hurting him terribly I thought. Then I felt a familiar tugging, sucking sensation on my ear-

Ugly, in so much pain, suffering and obviously dying was trying to suckle my ear. I pulled him closer to me, and he bumped the palm of my hand with his head, then he turned his one golden eye towards me, and I could hear the distinct sound of purring. Even in the greatest pain, that ugly battled-scarred cat was asking only for a little affection, perhaps some compassion.

At that moment I thought Ugly was the most beautiful, loving creature I had ever seen. Never once did he try to bite or scratch me, or even try to get away from me, or struggle in any way. Ugly just looked up at me completely trusting in me to relieve his pain.

Ugly died in my arms before I could get inside, but I sat and held him for a long time afterwards, thinking about how one scarred, deformed little stray could so alter my opinion about what it means to have true pureness of spirit, to love so totally and truly. Ugly taught me more about giving and compassion than a thousand books, lectures, or talk show specials ever could, and for that I will always be thankful.

He had been scarred on the outside, but I was scarred on the inside, and it was time for me to move on and learn to love truly and deeply. To give my total to those I cared for. Many people want to be richer, more successful, well liked, beautiful, but for me, I will always try to be Ugly.

1:11 PM EST ~

Karma Kitty sent my furmily and me a beautifur heart. She said, "Sweet Hooch & Family, Thank you for the gift and concats for my DDP. Thank you for being awesome and wonderful friends. Love, Karma Kitty"

Oh, AND my sisfur whispurred something to me. She told me what our doc doc is doing wrong. She announced this in one of her diaries, I believe. Our doc doc thinks we are a conundrum. Well, Patchez is a calico and I am an orange and white tabby. Do you think we should tell our doc doc so she can figure out what is going on with me? Somehow our doc doc managed to "fix" Patchez even though she thought she was a conundrum. Hmmmmm.

5:02 PM EST ~

Alfie sent me a delicious lemon drink. He said, "Thankyou Hooch for celebrating my Diary honour with me! You made my day extra special! Hoping you're having a good day! Love & purrs Alfie xx"

I shouldn't have to go back to the doc doc until Friday!

This morning I was a furry good boy. I had eaten and no forced feeding. My meowmy gave me my shot of insulin and my potassium and I was good for the day. About 3:15, my meowmy fooled me and I fell for it. She and my dad had been out and about and when the front door opened, I hurried down to greet and welcome them. The next thing I knew, I was scooped up and place into the prison carrier and whisked off to the doc doc and vampires. Well, pfffffftttt and HOW RUDE! Maybe I won't be so happy to see them the next time! Anyway, I was exactly the same weight as yesterday so that is good. My doc doc came in and looked at me and then SHE brought out a needle and she stuck me! That's right, my doc doc has joined forces with THOSE vampires. I can't believe it.

After a few minutes, my doc doc came back and said that my glucose was still in the 300's but she is okay with that for now. She says that just coming there upsets me and that is a total understatement. So, I don't have to go back until Friday for my B12 shot and IF Dr. Elliott decides to run another blood check he will do so. My doc doc is going to Birmingham, Alabama for more "learning" in the field of terrifying us cats with her new knowledge and experiments. She said she may even learn more about me and she called me a conundrum... the furry same thing she called Patchez when she had that mystery illness. I need to look that one up because she may have called me a bad name. Pffffffttttt!

If Dr. Elliott decides not to torture me with the vampires, I will not have to be checked unti I have another fructosamine check in a few weeks to see where I am on my levels. That is IF I continue as I am currently going. If I decline in any manner, that plan may change.

Well, I have eaten enough today that we know I won't have to have a forced feeding tonight. Yay. Off to play for now.

10:58 PM EST ~

Tonight, I have received some sweet messages and gifties. I want to let effuryfur know how much I appreciate the love and prayers throughout my illnesses.

Angel Mipo sent me a yummy, juicy steak. He said, 'have a steak, Hooch, it has very few carbs and won't increase your blood sugar! I am very pleased to read that you've been more stable and less force fed. Hope your brother is getting better, too. kitty hugs and angel dust your friend Mipo"

Ozzy and Harriet sent me a blue ribbon. They said, "Hiya Hooch!!! We thought you earned a blue ribbon for your bravery at the docdoc's and for putting up with the vampires! We are so glad you are doing better!!! meowies! Ozzy and Harriet"

Chef Rooster and his sweet furmily sent me a fun beach ball. They said, 'Something fun to do! We love you so purry much Hooch! The Bryan Texas Kitties"

Mayhem, Angel Murder and their meowmy sent me the power of the paw. They said, "Purrs and prayers, dear one! You keep eatting and getting stronger! All the best! Mayhem, Murder RIP and our mommy Mary"

Angel Missy sent me a Hero ribbon. She said, "Hooch,you are being so brave and strong! I hope you continue to get better and not have to be attacked by Vampires anymore. Stay strong Sweetie! ~Angel Missy"

My morning at the doc doc.

I am back from the dreaded visit to see those vampires who live at my doc doc's hospital. They shaved a new place on the inside of my rear leg to take my blood. Sheesh, if they keep shaving me, I won't have any fur at all. What they have shaved is not growing back furry well. If we did not already have a Patchez in our furmily, you could call me Patchez or Patches.

Let me start off with my good morning. I had eaten my food and my meowmy was furry happy with me. She gave me my potassium and insulin and from there it was downhill. She had the nerve to keep me in MY room. What? I was held prisoner in my furry own room for over a hour. THEN, she came in and played capture the prisoner... namely ME! She got a lovely surprise as she began to carry me to the door. I dribbled on her. She felt something on her leg and looked and I had left a little stream down the front of her shirt and shorts. I told her I could have actually cut loose and really wet her. She told me it was okay because she knows I get furry anxious when I have to go to the doc doc's.

After we got there, I was weighed and I had gained another 1/10 of a pound and now am 11.7 pounds. Yay. Then those vampires came and took me in the back room where my meowmy couldn't see what they were doing to me. Help, Meowmy, I need you! But no Meowmy came to rescue me. They brought me back into the room with my meowmy where I proceeded to curl up in her lap and tremble. She said that I felt like a vibrating machine... like the ones that had the belts you put around your waist... Meowmy told me that if I kept it up, she would lose weight. MOL. Purrty soon my doc doc came in to see me and told my meowmy my results. My potassium has come up to 4.1 (between the low and normal line) but my glucose had risen to 450 (higher). So, I have been upped to 3 units of insulin twice daily now. And the WORST part is that I have to go BACK to the doc doc tomorrow for more blood work to check my glucose level and the potassium.

8:42 PM EST ~

Thomas and his caring furmily sent me a healing heart. They said, 'From the angel cats in the family Thomas, Aurora, Thomasina, Shane Ladd & Shaun, Mouser & Grey Lady, Dandelion Wine, Magpie. Our angel hearts go out to you & we will fly by & watch over you from time-to-time & purr for you to heal! Angel Cats"

Patches and her furmily sent me a birthday hat. They said, 'WE ARE SORRY FUR BEING LATE ON YOUR BIRTHDAY..... WE HOPE YOU GOT EXTRA LOVE A PRESENTS ..... WE LOVE YOU HOOCH... HAPPY BELATED BIRTHDAY OUR SWEET FRIEND"

Mouser sent me a Stay Cool in the Pool!!. He said, "hey hooch here is a nice pool to cool off in after coming from the vet you need to relax xoxoxoxo mouser"

Aryeh sent me a yummy steak. He said, "Mewwwy Mew, Since momma won't let me have anything other than duck, I am passing the steak that my bro orion gave me to you! Hope you're well! Love, Aryeh"

A good day so far.

I was a furry good boy yesterday. I ate my food and did not get that dreaded forced feeding. And this morning, I had eaten my breakfast so no forced feeding this morning. Meowmy says that I have almost eaten enough to bypass a forced feeding for tonight, too. I think I had better work on eating some more of my food so I can assure no forced feeding.

I know that I must go to those vampires at my doc doc's tomorrow. I am trying to find a good hiding place so my meowmy won't be able to take me. Since my one good hiding day, my meowmy has removed most of the places I can really get out of sight. That is NOT fair of her.

Meowmy brought me into the furmily area this afternoon as I had spent most of the day on the stairway... just sleeping. She left the front door open so I could look out of the glass door but I have not be interested in doing that. So, my meowmy decided that I should join the furmily whether I chose to do so or not. I was a good boy and even flopped on the floor in the catputer room and played a short while with one of the scratching toys.

Yesterday I received some nice gifties. Thank you for thinking of me.

Riley and Skippy sent me the power of the paw. They said, "You know Hooch, I never thought of it that way. You have a point. Maybe they don't want to say (neutered) cuz they think we would lose our "Man Power". You think? Have a pawsome weekend. Eat Well my furrriend. Riley & Skippy Love-n -Hugs"

Norman sent me a yummy hot dog. He said, "Hooch, I hope you are having a good day, just wanted to stop by and thank you and your precious family for helping me have a wonderful birthday. I love you guys, you are really more like extended family to me. Hugs Norman"

Oliver and his pawsome furmily sent me a beautifur red ribbon. They said, "Hello hooch: belated birthday wishes to you along with congratulations on being DDP: please get better soon, you are in our thoughts purrs and prayers.... the bell family xoxox"

Hoping Saturday will be good.

My meowmy did not know what to expect when she entered my room this morning. To her surprise, I had eaten my food but because I was eating last night when she turned out the lights, she was not sure if I ate it all last night... so, I did have a small forced feeding this morning before my insulin shot and my potassium. Meowmy told me she will be watching me like a hawk today. Meowmy says that we don't want me throwing up again.

Meowmy says she hopes I did not just finish the food before she came. She would not want to overfill my tummy and make me sick.

Last night I got a delicious ice cream cone from Jarvis and his pawsome furmily. They said, "Hi Hooch! So sorry we missed your birthday, shame on us! We have been dealing with some trials & tribulations of our own. All the furkids are healthy but our daddy lost his job last week & meowmy is STRESSED. Hang in there buddy, Jarvis & Family" So many of our furiends have had this happen to them in the past year. Please pray for Jarvis and his furmily that their daddy finds a job soon and pray for the others you may not know who have lost their jobs and are struggling.

My Thursday and Friday.

I will begin by telling you about yesterday. I did have to endure a small forced feeding because my meowmy was not comfortable that I had eaten enough to receive my insulin. Then, my pawrents were away all day with my human brofur. He had to have the vampires look at his blood, too - just like they do with me. Hmmm, we must have some furry interesting blood for them to want so much of our blood.

I had eaten enough to not have to receive my forced feeding last night. My meowmy was tired from a full day and things seemed purrty normal for us so we did not write nor did we check on Catster. This is how we missed the unexpected crossing to the Bridge with Tyler. When we found out this morning, it was so upsetting that we just could not post anything.

Today, I did not have to get a forced feeding. I got my morning potassium and insulin and went about my normal morning after that. Yay.

About 10:45 AM, Meowmy swooped me up and put me in the prison carrier. I did not like that one little bit. Then she went off to find Baby G because she has not been eating her food and Meowmy thought the doc doc should see her, too. Meowmy found Baby G hiding under the sofa in the family room and she pulled her out and place her into the prison carrier and off we headed to see the doc doc.

We were both weighed as usual. I had gained a little and weighed in at 11.6 pounds. Baby G, on the other hand, had lost weight and was down to 9.8 pounds.

The vampires came in and pried me out of my safety corner in the prison carrier and whisked me off to the back room to take my blood.

Baby G only received a Depo shot and a vitamin B12 shot today. She was complaining loudly about it... all the way there and all the way home. And she even squealed when she received one of the shots today.

They checked my blood and my glucose is still 339. My potassium is still low 3.1 and the doc doc wants to increase my potassium to 1 1/2 pills two times a day. She said she felt that IF we can get the potassium up, that I will feel more lively. My sodium (Na) was in the normal high range at 163 but my chloride was in the normal range at 114. I was told to return on Monday for yet another drawing of the blood. Pfffffftttt. I got my B12 shot, too. Then, we happily headed home.

It is now 5:26 PM EST where we live. I have basically been in the family area with my kitty brofur and sisfurs and my meowmy. Things seemed to be going okay UNTIL 4:40. I got up abruptly and went out into the hallway just outside of the catputer room. I began that all too well-known wail that I do just before I throw up. My meowmy was on me in a flash. She watched me wail and wretch until I threw up about a tablespoon of fluid that seemed to have a little "brown" mixed into it. Of course, Meowmy immediately called my doc doc to see what she wanted us to do. She told my meowmy that if I continue to throw up, to cut my insulin in half for tonight as she doesn't want me to miss it totally. She told my meowmy to be sure that I have my Ursodiol and if it doesn't upset me too much the Denamarin, too. I have actually eaten a little food since I threw up and my meowmy is watching me like you would not believe.

This is only the second time that any throw up has occurred since my visit to T4Paws and we are praying it was just a "fluke" and nothing potentially serious about to happen with me again.

My meowmy is to contact my doc doc tomorrow morning (early) if I am continuing to have problems tonight. So, it will be a restless night for my meowmy, I know.

Yesterday, I received some lovely gifties. I am sorry I did not see these yesterday.

Kyande Kisu sent me a red ribbon rosette. She said, 'Back at ya Hooch, Hey... your right up there with me, how pawsome is that? Cheers to us! "

Barnaby and his pawsome furmily and dads sent me a yummy BIG birthday cake. They said, "To our dear friend, Hooch! Happy Happy Belated Birthday to you!! Hope you had a wonderful day filled with lots of treats and fun! Love from your pals, -Barnaby, ^Willow^, TomTom, the angels Maggie, Bo Peep, Bernie and their dads"

Aryeh sent me the power of the paw. He said, "Mewwwy Mew, Dear Hooch, thank you for such a sweet prezzy, and I hope you get better and better. Aryeh"

Thank you, dear furiends.

Could I ask a special favor of all of you tonight? Please remember Tyler's furmily in your purrs and prayers.

My furiend Tyler is now an angel.

This morning we learned that my furiend Tyler had to go to the Bridge yesterday evening. We are all in shock and just heartbroken since learning this very sad news. My furmily and I send Tyler and his grieving furmily our love and sympathy.

Tyler has always made us laugh. He was such a brave kitty and is one of the first kitties we loved from the get-go after we joined Catster. Tyler has faced his illness with such grace, dignity and humor throughout the whole time.

Tyler will always be among our list of special heroes!

The Rainbow Bridge gained a very special angel, indeed.

I will write another diary entry later on. I was preparing to write one when we learned the sad, sad news about Tyler and my typist has to gather herself enough to help me write about yesterday. I just had to mention the passing of a very special and beloved furiend and to tell him how much I love him and ask him to take care of the piece of my heart that he took with him to the Bridge.

A so-so day so far.

This morning, I had eaten enough to "get by" and miss out on the forced feeding. I was interested in coming out of my room but have not spent too much time in back with the rest of my furmily today. I have munched along today and my meowmy is hoping that I will eat enough to escape the forced feeding tonight. Meowmy tells me that I am looking rather thin these days. I seem to be acting at about 50% of my old self. Meowmy thinks I may still be in need of adjustments to my meds. She tells me I am lazy even for a cat. Well, pffffftttt to her. *looks to see if Meowmy is watching*

Yesterday, Angel Gavroche and his furmily sent me the power of the paw. They said, "May the power of the paw be with you and help you be strong and to get well. You are a sweet kitty and deserve to be in you loving home for many more years. Purrs, Gavroche and the Gang(including Wee Geordi)"

Today Jerry sent me a yummy ice cream cone. He said, "WOW Hooch ! Thank you so furry much. I love the Blue Ribbon, Watermelon and Heart. Hope you like ice cream ! MOL! Love & Many Purr's, Jerry "

My sweet Calamity sent me a big birthday cake. She said, "Happy Happy Happy Birthday Hooch!!! I am so sorry I missed your Birthday!! Meomy promissed she would deliver this special cake to you made by me and my brofer Henry. I miss you my love bug and I hope you know that you are always in my heart!"

Calamity set me a lovely trophy. She said, "A big ol trophy fur my Mr. Handsome pants!! Congradulations fur getting DDP on the 1st of Aug!!! It couldn't happen to a more special fellow... Know how awesome you are and how many people love you Hooch... Keep it up handsome, I love you!!!"

4:01 PM EST ~

Henry sent me a lovely heart. He said, Spreading the lurvvss that ya keep eating and getting better!! King Henry"

It will be a great day for me today. I just feel it.

Good morning to all my precious furiends. Well, let me tell you... my meowmy did give me a small forced feeding last night. She told me that I had done a good job of trying to finish my needed amount of intake in order to not receive the forced feeding but she told me it was a little too "iffy". So, I did get a small feeding through that dreaded syringe.

This morning, I had managed to eat enough to "escape" the forced feeding fun. Meowmy was furry proud of me and my eating. Yay. I will work furry hard to eat enough today to avoid the forced feeding tonight.

Meowmy was not on the catputer yesterday when these lovely gifties and concats arrived.

Eddy and her wonderpur furmily sent me a delicious grape drink. They said, "Congrat's Sweet Hooch on being a DDP ! You Rock ! Hope you like grape drink's. It's our favorite ! Have agreat day ! Love & Purr's & Wag's, Eddy & Family"

Chef Rooster and his sweet furmily sent me a refreshing ice cream cone. They said, "Congrats on DDP! And for eating so well, our sweet furiend! Here is some tasty icecream for you. Homemade by Chef Rooster! Love and Purrs The Bryan Texas Kitties"

Soc and his caring furmily sent me a fun base ball. They said, "Have a wonderful DDP my friend,we loves you furry much, love soc and familyxx"

My sweet furiend Muppet and her wonderfur furmily sent me a furever crown. They said, "Hooch.... a DDP!! Imagine that? Is this like your gazillionth one? MOL!! *hugs* Other than the vet visit, I hope that you enjoy your day and being in the spotlight! Prayers, Hugs & Luvs, Lil' Muppet & Family xoxo"

Fido and his precious furmily sent me the power of the paw. They said, "Concats Hooch on your DDP!! Still purrring for you. Your mom must be worried sick but we're purrring!"

Penelope and her wonderpur furmily sent me a cute mousie. They said, "Congratulations Hooch ! Here is a mousy friend to help you celebrate and keep you company at the doc docs office. We are praying that you continue to improve. We just know that come Friday you will get a good blood report from the vampires ! xoxo"

Merlin and his pawsome furmily sent me a cupcake. They said, "Hey Hooch, First of all, here's a yummy cupcake as a belated B'Day gift combo with today's DDP! We're glad you're feeling better. Purrlease continue to get well. Best Purrs, Merlin & Family

Rusty sent me a delicious ice cream cone. He said, "Congrats on DDP!! You da man, Hooch!! Oh and tell your Mom she's a great typist! Rusty"

Newman sent me a juicy steak. He said, "Glad to share the diary spotlight with you today, Hooch! It sounds like you got some good numbers to day at the vet's office. Here is a juicy steak to get some more poundage on you! We'll keep purring!" Again, concats to the adorable Newman for his DDP yesterday. AND, Newman is the DOTD today! Wow! He is Karisma's sweet furiend and she is prancing around bragging about him this morning. We are all furry happy for Newman.

Nina sent me a yummy cupcake. She said, "Concats on turning the big 11 and DDp hoochy Baby. This cupcake will help you gain more weight, but please don't eat it all at once because it might be too sweet. Have a good night and Sister will talk to your meowmy when she returns." Thank you, Jellybean and Sister!

This morning, I have received some gifties and some sweet pmails.

Cocoa and his sweet furmily sent me a yummy ice cream cone. They said, "Dear Hooch~ Catgrats on celebrating your DDP honor today and we hope that you had lots of fun and treats. Feel better soon! Love~ Cocoa & Co. xoxo"

Kyande Kisu and her pawsome furmily sent me fun mousie. They said, "Dearest Hooch, Hope your feeling better!"

6:39 PM EST ~

Meowmy tells me that I had better eat a little more IF I don't wish to have the forced feeding tonight. I have not spent as much time with my pawrents and furmily as my meowmy would have liked. In fact, I have been a little lethargic and just stayed in the living room and upstairs and mainly slept on the stairs. Meowmy told me that my eyes seem to say I am not quite as okay as I thought I might be. She is praying that tomorrow will be what we expected today to be. And, she told me that if I am the same, she may just call my doc doc and tell her how I am behaving. Hmmm. I don't think I will like that.

Karma and her sweet brofurs sent me a furever emerald. They said, "Hi Darling Hooch, You are sure putting forth a great effort.....you are a strong kitty. Keep up the good work! We love our precious Hooch. Love & Prayers alway's Karma, Charlie, Punkin and Bobbi"

Mathis and his pawsome furmily sent me a furever Planet Earth is Furever. They said, "Meow Hooch, We hope you had a lovely birthday. We wish you good health and many more years to come. Lots of purrs, Mathis, Belle, Antoine, Entrechat, Figaro, Kragen, Dusty & Clara"

I am a DDP today!

Well, I do hope this will be as great a day for me as yesterday! I woke up to learn that I am a DDP honoree today! Thank you Catster HQ and Diary Gal. *wink, wink*

It was great to see two furiends who were selected as DDP honorees with me. CONCATS to the new angel Rocky and to the most handsome Newman. It is an honor to be picked on the same day as both of you!

I had eaten enough food this morning to skip that dreaded forced feeding. Yay. However, I know I have to go see the vampires so I am going to cut this short for now and try to find a great hiding place before my meowmy captures me and puts me into the prison carrier for the dreaded visit.

10:50 AM EST ~

I am back from the doc doc's. Those vampires took more of MY blood. I really wish they would just get over it... pfffffttttt. I tried to hide in the back of the prison carrier but Amy grabbed me by the scruff of my neck and rendered me helpless. NOT FAIR! I was protesting. I even gave my meowmy a few bars for my songs on the visit to the doc doc's.

They took me back into the back room and stole more blood and then proceeded to examine it. The results were that my potassium is still low but is rising slowly. My glucose is still high. It was 483 today, down from the 500's on Saturday. My doc doc wants to leave me at 2 1/2 units of insulin twice daily and 1 potassium twice daily for now. I am to be rechecked on Friday when I get my B12 shot. Well, I can go that long IF I continue as I have yesterday and this morning so far. Meowmy told me to keep up the good work and try not to do anything that will take us back to the doc doc's until Friday.

I was up another tenth of a pound. Now I am back to 11.6 pounds. Meowmy told me to keep on eating like a big boy and that I am forbidden to scare her this week.

Last evening after my meowmy cut the catputer off for the night, I received some birthday wishes. I want to thank all of my furiends for helping to make my 11th birthday furry special, indeed.

Bella and her sweet furmily sent me a fun beach ball. They said, 'Happy Birthday Hooch!!! Happy wishes today and many, many more! Purrs! Love, Bella, Tally and angels, Tiger and Sami"

Angel Amelia sent me a furever crown. She said, "Happy happy birthday to you dearest HOOCH!! Sending warm, healing light to you as your birthday present! *Angel Amelia sprinkles magical angel dust around Hooch...*"

Angel Mipo sent me a yummy cupcake. He said, "happy birthday, my dear Hooch! sorry mom didn't check on you yesterday, she was at the Culinary school judging an albacore tuna competition. And she brought home 5 Lb of cutoffs - a feast for the furs! for you - a cupcake w/ tuna! kitty hugs Mipo" *begins to drool*

Pooter's sent me a dozen red roses. She said, "Dearest Hooch-Happy Birthday and I'm so glad to see you are eating without being forced to!! I hope you got all the wondepurr gifts you so deserve. These are birthday roses-because you deserve the I Love You that come after them-Pooters and Mom"

My special furiend Angel Belle sent me a birthday hat. She said, "Hooch my friend, with clueless moms like we have, it's amazing birthdays get celebrated at all! My mom forgot mine too. Well dear BFF, let's celebrate tonight. And I'll be with you every step of the way tomorrow. Grrrrr, vampires!" I love you, Belle... and I miss you soooo much. Thank you for always being there to hold my paw and to give me hope.

Today, I have gotten some special gifties and messages from furiends about my DDP honor. Thank you all so much.

Jasmine and her pawsome furmily sent me a yummy steak. They said, "Concats on DDP today!!! Here's a steak fur you to eat!!! We love when you eat!!! We are so happy when you eat!!! Love always, Jazzy, Isabelle Love, Pumkin Pooh and meowmy xoxoxox"

Sweet Angel Wanda and her special furmily sent me a delicious steak. They said, "Congrats on your daily diary pick, since you are in a eating mood, thought you might enjoy a nice steak! Love ya, Wanda, Norman and family"

Inspector Morse and his thoughtfur furmily sent me a red ribbon. They said, "ConCats Hooch! You're a Daily Diary Pick for today August 3rd, 2009! Way to go Hooch! We're purring & praying for you here! Healing Purrs, Inspector Morse & my cat family (the dogs Dion The CatDog & Pinto Paint send their love too!)"

Jaffa and his sweet furmily sent me a delicious grape drink. They said, "Yay Hooch Concats on being DDP. Here's a cool drink to help you celebrate. Big love pal, Jaffa, Lulu and Rusty XXX"

Eddy and her precious furmily sent me a beautifur rose. They said, "Congrat's Hooch on being a DDP today ! You are a sweetheart. Love & Purr's &Wag's, Eddy & Family"

Snowflake and her sweet furmily sent me a yummy lemon drink. They said, "Hi Hooch, Congratulations....you're a DDP today! Have a pawsome day!!! Purrs, Snowflake and family"

Gimme and his thoughtfur furmily sent me a yummy steak. They said, "Concats on being a DDP today! Keep up the good eating. We'll be purring that your v-e-t visit goes well!! Love, Gimme, Ele', and Ambro"

Tyler sent me a juicy steak. He said, "Concats on being a DDP my special friend! I am furry happy to read you have had a couple of UP days. Here's a juicy steak to replenish some of that stuff the vampires are taking today. Our purrs and prayers are yours! Love, Tyler xxx" Tyler, you need so many purrs and prayers right now and, yet, you are thinking of so many others. Thank you, dear furiend. You know that we purr and pray daily for you and that we love you so much.

Pebbles and her sweet furmily sent me a delicious ice cream cone. They said, 'Congrats on being a diary pick, Hooch! We hope this is a good day for you too. Love, Pebbles and family"

A good morning so far.......

Whee! I made my meowmy smile this morning. When she came into my room, I had eaten enough of my food to skip the forced feeding this morning. You would have thought that I had won the lottery from the way my meowmy reacted this morning. She kept on praising me and telling me what a good boy I am.

Of course, then came the yucky part. She gave me my potassium tablet. I actually prefer that to the nasty powder that must be mixed with water or food. I received my second shot of 2 1/2 units. Last night was the first night for the 2 1/2 units. Meowmy says she doesn't know how many units we can or may have to work up to my receiving before we "get it right".

I do have to return to the vampires tomorrow to have then take more of my blood to examine. I must have really interesting blood because they seem to really like robbing me of it.

Last night and this morning I received more birthday wishes from my pawsome furiends.

Sammie and his sweet furmily sent me a birthday hat. They said, "Hooch; Happy Birthday to you. Sending you healing purrs. With lots of love; Sammie, KiKi & Em" PLEASE send Sammie your love and all the purrs you can spare. Sammie has some very serious health issues going on and he needs our love and prayers.

Cocoa and his furtastic furmily sent me a birthday party hat. They said, "Dear Hooch~ We are so excited to be celebrating your 11th Birthday. May you have a wonderful celebration and many more to follow. We also hope that you're feeling better. Love~ Cocoa & Co. 8/1/09"

Natasha sent me a beautifur rose. She said, "Happy Birthday!"

Angel Smokey and his pawsome furmily sent me a Hero Ribbon. They said, "Hi Hooch, We are sending you a hero ribbon for your 11th birthday since you have been so brave and such a fighter through all of your illness and the many trips to the doc doc; you are truly a hero. Hope that you eat and enjoy your day today."

Soc and his pawsome furmily sent me a beach ball. They said, "Hooch sweet freind, sorry its late but i hope you had a great birthday, love soc and familyxx"

Jasmine and her wonderfur furmily sent me a blue ribbon. They said, "Happy Birfday to the biggest trooper we know!!! We wish you only the best of effurything and that your health improves fur this year. We love you Hooch!!! Love always, Jazzy, Isabelle Love, Pumkin Pooh and meowmy xoxoxox"

4:48 PM EST ~

Sausage and Meatball sent me a delicious ice cream cone.
Happy Birthday
They said, "Luvs Hugs nPurrs! Sausage & Meatball"

Gertie sent me a yummy cupcake. She said, "happy birthday to a special friend xoxoxo gertie"

Eddy and her loving furmily sent me a furever Planet Earth is Furever. They said, "Sweet Hooch we are so glad you are in this world and are our friend. Love & Purr's & Wag's, Eddy & Family" I am so glad all of you are in this world and are our furiends. How blessed we are by this.

Harry and his awesome furmily sent me a furever crown. They said, "Happy 11th Birthday, Hooch! Here is a crown for you to wear for your special day, so you can be King of the day!! (Sorry we are a day late...we never made it online yesterday.) Lots of love and purrs, Harry, Albie, and Family"

Chester sent me a yummy ice cream cone. He said, "Thanks for the rosie hoochy!!!!!"

Rusty sent me a yummy cupcake. He said, "So very sorry I didn't get here for your birthday! I hope you had a great day!! Rusty"

Sophie and her sweet furmily sent me a purrty heart. They said, "Happy belated birthday Hooch! And we are all purring for your recovery!! Purrs of comfort, Sophie, Fredericka, Russell, Memphis and angels Wallie and Mandy"

A special angel furiend named Garfield and his sweet furmily sent me a yummy cupcake. They said, "Happy birthday for yesterday hope your meowmy gives you a pawtry today love from us all here in Wales."

6:42 PM EST ~

My meowmy is doing the happy dance today. *whispers* She is also trying to make up to me for yesterday - that may take some doing...

The reason my meowmy is doing the happy dance is that I have eaten my food today. I won't have to be force fed tonight. Meowmy told me she will take whatever GOOD comes along during this roller coaster ride I have taken her on this year. We don't know about tomorrow but today has been a great one. I do go in the morning to THOSE vampires... pffffffffffffffftttttttttttttttt! Think I will look for another hiding place tonight.

Penelope and her sweet furmily sent me a yummy cupcake. They said, "Oh no Hooch ! Mommy has been so busy taking care of me after I was spayed that we missed your birthday. So,HAPPY BELATED BIRTHDAY !! We sure hope you had a happy, fun day!"

My furry own meowmy furgot it was my 11th birthday today!

OMC! *glares at Meowmy* I can't believe that I turned 11 today and my furry own meowmy furgot it was my birthday! She tried to "cop out" by telling me that so much had been going on since I first became sick in February and that things just kept piling up but I told her that was NO excuse. And, would you believe that she and my dad had the furry nerve to leave us for the day? One of my meowmy's furmily lines had a reunion and my meowmy is VP and she had to go. Well, I never! I am hoping that my meowmy will celebrate MY birthday tomorrow. My kitty feelings are furry hurt.

To make matters worse, I had to go to the doc doc this morning to see those vampires again. Yes, they stole MORE of my blood. It was catfusing news. My potassium, while rising, is still low.. but high low this time BUT my glucose is also rising... it was in the 500's today. So, the doc doc decided to raise my insulin to 2 1/2 units two times daily for now. Yesterday, he found blood in my urine, too. I can't remember if I mentioned that yesterday. Today, he was checking something and mentioned that he noted something about my lipids (liver) being a little off. I am to go back on Monday morning to see the vampires again.

I have eaten so-so today so I will only have to receive a small forced feeding. Meowmy is happy about that. It is almost time for that ordeal. Can you believe my pawrents did not get home until almost 7:30 tonight. AND on MY birthday, which my furry own meowmy furgot. I will never allow her to live this one down.

I noticed I had received some lovely gifties and some nice pmails. Thank you... all of you. I will try to work on those in a little if I can get my meowmy to focus.

Oh.... my Auntie Barbi and all of the sweet kittie furmily sent me a get well catnip toy in the birthday package that arrived for Karisma. Thank you, Auntie Barbi and kitties. I love it. Thank you for thinking about me. Meowmy's catputer had an issue with her photo programs and she has to get that fixed before we can post pictures.

11:45 PM EST ~

Oh WOW! I did receive so many lovely birthday greetings and some nice purrs from furry special and beloved furiends. I have tried to list them all. I want to thank each of you in my diary for helping to make this a furry special day for me. I hope to be able to purrsonally write effuryone tomorrow. Thank you so much for making my day furry special indeed!

Angel Wanda and her pawsome furmily sent me a delicious hot dog. They said, "Happy Birthday, hope you eat a lot today to celebrate and surely hope you spend most of the day at home! Love ya lots, Wanda, Norman and family"

Muppet sent my furmily and me a purrty heart. She said, "Thank you for my pretty crown Hooch & for helping to make my day more special! So sorry that you are still having such a rough time! Loads of Purrs that you will be better real soon. Prayers for you & your family, Lil' Muppet xoxo"

Alfie and his wonderpur furmily sent me a big birthday cake. They said, "Happy Birthday Hooch! Here's a cake foe you to share with your furamily! We do hope you soon feel better - we purr & pray for you every day! Love & hugs Alfie & family p.s. Alfie says "Thankmew Hooch for my lovely blue ribbon and DDP concats"x"

Moozer and his pawsome furmily sent me a birthday hat.
Happy Birthday
They said, "Happy Birthday Hooch. Love, Moozer + the Archangel Crew"

Calvin and his pawsome furmily sent me a birthday hat. They said, "It's birthday time! We hope you feel better for awhile today so you can celebrate your special day! Have a pawsome birthday, and we'll keep purring that you keep improving!"

Andre and his sweet furmily sent me a furever crown. They said, "Happy 11th Birthday Hooch!! We hope you get everything you want! Enjoy your day and here is to many more! Love, Andre, Nbikay & Gnomey"

Inspector Morse and his furmily sent me a birthday hat. They said, "Happy MeowyDay Hooch! Saw it on the events @ Light A Candle &just wanted to wish you a Happy Birthday! Healing Purrs, Inspector Morse, BabyCat Calliope, Leah, Takoda Crow, Thomasina & Caelian Kian, Lilly Cat (& Dion The CatDog & Pinto Paint)"

Riley and Skippy sent me a birthday hat. They said, "Happy Birthday to you Hooch. May your day be as special as you are. Riley & Skippy Hugs"

Eddy and her precious furmily sent me a furever crown. They said, "Happy Birthday Hooch ! We all love you so very much. Love & Purr's & Wag's, Eddy & Family"

Sox and her furmily sent me 3 power of the paws. They said, “Get well soon Hooch we all love you so muchhhhhhhhh"

Junior Fluffkins and his precious furmily sent me a birthday hat. They said, "Dear Hooch!! We are so thrilled that you are still with us for another birfday!! Here is your party hat to help you celebrate!! Hugs and love from the Torrington Team!"

Mayhem, Angel Murder and their meowmy sent me the power of the paw. They said, “Hooch, as always, you and yours are in our purrs and prayers! God bless! Mayhem, Murder RIP and our mommy Mary"

Kaci and Mittens sent me a refreshing ice cream cone. They said, “Happy Birthday Hooch! Hugs, Kaci & Mittens"

Sweet Angel Mr. Sam sent me a most delicious ice cream cone. He said, "Happy Birthday Hooch!! Many birthday and get well purrs to you. Lots of hugs, mr sam"

Angel Scooter and her precious furmily sent me a birthday hat. They said, "Happy 11th Birthday, Hooch! We're sorry you have to give blood again today but we're purring for good results from the blood tests and for you to feel better. Our birthday wish for you is: Get Well! love and purrs, Scooter, SooLing & Lola"

Chai Latte-Capone and her wonderpur furmily sent me a loving heart. They said, "Happy Birthday Hooch!! We love you! Purrs, Meows & Kitty Kisses, Chai, Little Bit & Sugar Bear"

Lily and her pawsome furmily sent me a steak. They said, "Happy birthday, dearest Hooch! Wishing you a day of love, happiness and dreams come true. We love you very much!"

Bella and her sweet furmily sent me a refreshing ice cream cone. They said, Hooch, Happy Birthday!!!!! Here is a little ice cream in a cake cone for you to celebrate with. Don't worry, it is sugar-free so it won't bother your diabetes!! Hope you have a wonderpurr birthday!! Sending love and purrrs"

A fellow birthday pal Casey sent me a fun beach ball. He said, "Hi Hooch: I wanted to wish you a very Happy Meow Day! I guess besides being furfriends we also share a birthday. I hope it is filled with much love, gifts, treats, tuna b-day cake topped with catnip ice cream & extra cuddles! Much Love Casey"

Penelope and her furmily sent me a Hero Ribbon. They said, "A small gift for a brave,brave hero! I hope all of this will be over soon and you will be feeling 1000% better ! Holding you in our thoughts and prayers, Penelope, Autumn, Roscoe, Dog & Mom (Angie )"

Ginnger and his furmily sent me a yummy ice cream cone. He said, "Happy Birthday! If you eat nothing else today, here's some ice cream that I'm sure you'll enjoy. purrs & hugs, Ginngie & family" I am thinking about you and praying for you, Ginnger. I love you, fellow orangie.

My sweet furiend Angel Belle sent me birthday balloons. She said, "Happy Birthday! My sweet BFF! I'm coming to sprinkle special confetti angel dust for you today. And if you like, we can get up to some mischief! How about sneaking some of the delicious steak bits your mum is cooking & hide from the vamps?" I love you, Belle!

Alex and his pawsome furmily sent me a delicious ice cream cone. They said, "We hope you have a happy birthday, Hooch, despite all of those yucky medical issues you're having! Here's a B-day ice-cream cone to perk up your appetite! Luv, Olde Furts Annie, Alex, & Bugsy"

Jaffa and his sweet furmily sent me a birthday hat. They said, "Hoochie Boy Happy birthday! We all wish you well and hope you are feeling up to spending the day with your family. Have a good one pal. Big love Jaffa and family XXXX special extra birthday X from Mum."

Teebo and Callie sent me a delicious cupcake. They said, "Happy Birthday Hooch! Here's a yummy cupcake for you. We continue to send healing purrs your way, but today we are also including Birthday purrs and kisses. Purrs and kisses, Teebo and Callie"

Arnold P. sent me a refreshing lemon drink. He said, "Raising a glass in honor of your birthday, dear Hooch! Love, Arnold"

Binx sent me a fun mouse for my birthday. He said, "You deserve this mouse for your birthday. Have fun playing with it. Your furiend, Binx"

Oliver and Dewey sent me a delicious ice cream cone. They said, "OMC!!!!! Well, she juss bin soooooo bizzy twyin' ta gettz yu bak ta he'lth dat she kompleetly fergetted!! Hopes yu havz an appytite fer dis icey cweam conie. An' HEPPY BIRRSSDEY!! Purrs"

Isis and her sweet furmily sent me a yummy ice cream cone. They said, "Happy Birthday Sweet Hooch!! Hope you have a great day. ~Isis & Family"

Pie and her pawsome furmily sent me a delicious ice cream cone. They said, "OMC!!! Here I made sure to let everyone else know and we forgot to send a birthday wish. Sending you Happy Birthday wishes, Hooch. I hope that you're able to celebrate tomorrow with your mom. We're all still purring. Love, Pie and family"

Beauty and her sweet furmily sent me a yummy cupcake. They said, "Hi Hooch, happy 11th birthday!!! Have a fantastic day and many more to come! Purrs, Snowflake and family"

Chef Rooster and his pawsome furmily sent me a furever crown. They said, "Happy Meow Day, 11 years young! A crown for a true King! Purrs and love The Bryan Texas Kitties"

Kibbles and his pawsome furmily sent me a yummy steak. They said, "Happy Birthday Hooch. Here's a nice juicy steak for you. Enjoy your big day. Love your friends, Kibbles, Francis, Yoda, Zeeke, Romeo, Cleo, Tater Tot, KK, Harley, Davey, Moo, Tommie, PJ, Fozzy Bear, Onyx, Toes, Mishka, Zelda, DC, Tigger, Poo"

A sweet doggie named St. Augustine (Augie) sent me a cute mousie. He said, "For the cat that has everything! Happy Birthday & so darn many of us on our pages that I will just sign it from Augie an earthbound dog & from the earthbound big orange cats Arthur & Morgan! Have a great birthday & enjoy another pet mouse Hooch!"

Aldo and his pawsome furmily sent me a cute little black cat. He said, "Happy birthday, Hooch!!! Here is a lucky little black cat fur you. My fursisters and furbrothers and I all send many, many purrs and smooches!"

Tigger sent me a yummy ice cream cone. He said, "Hiya Hooch! Happy Birthday! I think we should divorce our parents. My daddy forgot my birthday back in July, too! It is a bunch of phooey if you ask me. Hopefully tomorrow will be celebrated in fine style for you. Hugs, Tigger" *gasps* What? Is this furgetting an epidemic on Catster? Where are our pawrents minds?

Riley and his pawsome furmily sent me a yummy cupcake. He said, "Happy Birthday, Hooch! I'm glad to find out we share a birthday today! You can forgive your sweet mommy because every day is a special day with you around. Love, Riley and family" Riley celebrated his 5th birthday today. Happy Birthday to you, Riley!

Edgar and his sweet furmily sent me a birthday hat. They said, "Sending you many purrrrrrrrrrrrrrrs on your birthday and always Hooch. purrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrs, Edgar, Emily Felicity, Gabby & Lucy"

Zeeke and his furrtastic furmily sent me a yummy ice cream cone. They said, "Hooch, Happy birthday! Enjoy yummy ice cream for your Birthday!!! Be sure to work it for all it's worth. Eat lots of goodies and soak up all the luvin's you can get. Luvs, Zeeke and the whole crew"

Jasper sent me a fun beach ball. He said, "Wow! You're Eleven! Keep on Olde Furting! MOL I'm looking forward to reading how your Mom makes it up to you! Should be YUMMY! Headbonks, Jasper Rock Lobster" *whispers* Jasper, so am I.

Tyler sent me a cupcake. He said, "Enjoy your birthday my friend! Don't eat it all at once, mol. Love and purrs, Tyler xxx" Come on over and we can share this together, Tyler. Know I love you, sweet furiend. You are in my daily purrs and prayers.

Muppet and her pawsome furmily sent me a furever Planet Earth is Forever. They said, "Happy 11th Birthday Hooch! Well, it wasn't so 'happy' today, but we know your family will make it up to you!! *hugs* We luv you and hope you get better real soon! Loads of Purrs & Gentle Hugs, Lil' Muppet & Family, xoxo"

I received a nice pmail from Chloe. She said, "We are sending this cake your way to help brighten up your special day. Happy Birthday.
Happy Birthday

And I received a nice pmail from Shadow. He said, "We are sending this Birthday Bear your way hoping he helps to brighten up your special day. Come in and join us in the Birthday Bistro room, we are celebrating your birthday there.
Happy Birthday

I did eat most of my night feeding last night.

I had almost eaten my dry food that is left for me overnight. Meowmy was so proud. I did end up being force fed this morning to be sure I had food in me for my insulin shot. I overheard that I have to go back for those vampires this morning. They want to check my blood but, with all they have taken from me, I am wondering if there is any left?

My pawrents are going to something called a family reunion today. Meowmy has the house smelling really yummy with the cubed steak in gravy that she is making in the crockpot. All of us are interested in the yummy smells. Her family name that is hosting the reunion is Lineberger (used to be various spellings when they first arrived in America and one of those spellings was seen as Lionbarger). Do you think that they could be my "real" ancestors too? Meowmy always said that when I am the alpha cat I must have some lion in me. MOL.

I have not been on Catster too much the past few days - only trying to see if special furiends had honors or needed purrs. My meowmy has not been on her email much either and we know that I have received some nice messages and gifties for my page. My meowmy has promised me that when she gets home from her reunion that she will help me with all of that. We just want to thank all of you again for the wonderfur support and love you have sent our way since I became sick and my siblings had their issues and then my human brofur. Catster is a wonderfur support system - full of caring and loving furiends. Thank you - all of you - from our hearts.

Well, off to find a place to hide before Meowmy can capture me to take me to the vampires.

Yesterday I received some lovely messages and gifties.

Kitty Pryde and Indiana and their meowmy sent me a candle. They said, "We are sooo furry sorry that you are still so sick Hootch, and so proud of you fur staying strong and fighting. We will keep thinking of you and your furmily and purrring that you get better. Hugs, Kitty, Indy and Mom"

Angel Mipo sent me a yummy hot dog. He said, "I got to bring out the bigger guns, Hooch. Look, how tasty this Hot Dog looks! You cannot resist, you must eat!!! we are sending many many purrs and hope you will get better very soon now. kitty hugs and angel dust your friend Mipo, never far!"

Angel Wally sent me a ForeverLoved : Star of an Angel!. He said, "Sweet Hooch~ You have many angels watching over you~I am one of them. I am purring that you will have a happy 11th birthday tomorrow. I know your mom will make sure you have anything your furry little heart desires. Love always Wally"

Kay sent me a candle. She said, "Dear Hooch, I am SO sorry to hear that you have been sick. I hope you are feeling better soon. I also want to wish you a very Happy Birthday. You may not feel like it, but I do hope you have a good one. You are in our thoughts. Love, Kay & Mom"

My sweet furiend Margo sent me a loving heart. She said, “Hooch- I'm sew sorry dat yew still habin sush a hard time.. Ma an I wants yew tew no dat we lubs yew furry mush an bees purrayin fur yew AN your famblee. Yew bees sush a speshil furrend an an an I reely wants yew tew get beder. Mush Lubs, Margo"

Rizza sent my brofur Jim the power of the paw. She said, “Hoochie, you know we love you and think of you often, BUT this one is for Jim. OK? Love Rizza your special orange girl"

Another day in the hospital for Hooch.

Hooch's meowmy here ~

I took Hooch in this morning and they took more blood to check his levels and his potassium was still low and his glucose was high. The vet decided to keep him for the day and to run the IV again. I picked him up at 4:45 today. He was very happy to see me. They had a little difficulty getting the tape off and the IV out. He was such a good and brave little guy during the process. I was in the back room while they were working on him.

So far, yesterday they kept him for the day. They set him up on the IV, gave him a potassium chloride injection (in the IV), ran his blood glucose and ran electrolytes. Today, he went back on the IV, had another potassium chloride injection ( in the IV), got his B12 injection, had his blood glucose checked (491) and his potassium (still low but I don't know the number), had electrolytes checked, had a urinalysis (they found blood in his urine) and got a shot of Convenia. He is to be rechecked for the blood in the urine in two weeks. I am to take him back tomorrow to check the glucose and potassium levels.

Hooch has lost a pound since the 17th. He is currently weighing in at 11.5. All of his not eating is catching up with him.

He has not eaten all day long at the vet's and has shown no interest since arriving home so I am anticipating another forced feeding tonight before his insulin and potassium.

Hooch has been such a trooper throughout all of these issues this year. They say at his vet's that he never gives them any problems and is one of the most cooperative kitties they have seen. He lets them do whatever they need to with him and just sits there for the most part. When I told Sandy that he was the Alpha cat in our home, she was shocked. She said she would never have imagined Hooch like that... I told her that he can be aggressive when he thinks it is needed.

I am glad to have him back home tonight and pray it will last through the weekend, at the least. Longer is better.

Another hospital day for me.

I had to go to the hospital again today. I am back home now but will have to go back tomorrow. My day started off by my meowmy noticing that I looked ungroomed and had NOT eaten this morning. So, she began the process of force feeding me. This was about 8:30. I was not acting right for most of the morning and chose to go upstairs and lay in the hall floor and meow in a funny way.

About 10:15, Meowmy came upstairs to check on me again to see if I had thrown us and I was just laying in the floor and meowing funny and constant and really looking different. Before I knew it, Meowmy scooped me up and I was trembling. She went downstairs with me and told my dad that we had to drop me off at the doc doc's before they picked up my human brofur to take him to the doc doc.

Meowmy just carried me and did not bother to get my carrier this time. We hurried over to my doc doc's and she just pranced in with me and told them what was going on and what she had done already. She told them I had eaten NOTHING all night and that she force fed me and then gave me my insulin and potassium (she mixed it in my feeding). She told them she had to leave me and would be back in the late afternoon and gave them her cell phone number and she handed me to Sandy and she left. I tried to say "Wait Meowmy, you forgot me!" but she was gone.

While on her way to pick up my brofur, I heard the doc doc call her and tell her the results from the vampire's. He told her my potassium was low again and I would be put on an IV with potassium added.

On my meowmy's way home, I heard her call my doc doc and they told her I could come home but would need to return tomorrow. When my meowmy arrived, I was in the process of using the litter box. They waited on me to finish my business. No privacy whatsoever there! Then, they took me off the IV and Robin capped the needle hook up. Yes, they left all the goodies in my little arm in case they need to hook me up again tomorrow. WHAT? Meowmy hopes I won't pull effurything out of my arm tonight. They taped it and put this green stuff around it but it is bothering me. I keep shaking it.

I will be on a new potassium starting tonight. This is a pill that my meowmy will have to split in half. We hope this will keep my level up to normal.

My human brofur MAY have gotten some good news. After two months of being told he had lung cancer, the doctors now think it is a rare fungus called Blastomycosis and began treating it today with Itraconazole (antifungal drug). They told Jim it will take at least two weeks for him to even thing about beginning to feel better and months to get better. The doctors still are NOT ruling out cancer but are concentrating on this fungus for now. We know there can be bad side effects from the drug but it is a needed thing right now. My pawrents did find out that the doctors DID cultures from one or both of Jim's biopsies and are awaiting the results of those to see if they are on the right track for the fungus they suspect. They told Jim that there are three fungus with which we could be dealing and this drug will take care of two of those. If it turns out to be the third one, then they will change the drug of choice. We are both rejoicing and a little catfused over this latest news.

I think I will take a catnap now. It has been a furry tiring day for us.

11:30 PM EST ~

Barnaby and his furmily sent me a furever crown. They said, "A crown for our sweet prince! Thank you Hooch, to you and your family for being so kind to us and always sending well wishes and gifts! We love you and keep purring for you! Barnaby, ^Willow^, TomTom, Angels Maggie, Bo Peep, Bernie and dads"

Jerry sent my furmily and me a thank you baseball. He said, "Thank you Hooch for the pretty blue ribbon. I love it. Keep this ball and we can play with it together. Can't wait to see the picture from your mommy. Have a great day. Love & Purr's, Jerry"

Ozzy and Harriet sent me the power of the paw. They said, "We love you Hooch!!! Hope you feel better real soon! You are in our purrayers!!! Your furriends, Ozzy and Harriet"

Chef Rooster and his pawsome furmily sent me the power of the paw. They said, “Hold our wee paws Hooch, hold on tight, we are purring for you! Love you purry much The Bryan Texas Kitties"

My Wednesday ~

Well, I have been up and down with my feedings. Yesterday, it was a forced feeding day... all day. But this morning, to my meowmy's delight, I had eaten my food for her. She did mix a little wet food and put the yucky potassium in it and put that in the syringe and gave it to me but it was not because I had to be force fed. Monday, the 27th was a half and half day. So, hopefully, in the near future, my appetite will stabilize and I can skip the forced feedings altogether.

Today, I have been in with my furmily more and have been a little brighter eyed. I have those days that I look like I really don't feel all that well. I suppose another pancreatitis attack can do that to me. My doc doc said I may have to be on the Ursodiol for the rest of my life. Hmmm. Well, it is fish flavored and I don't really mind it. I smack my little mouth when I get it. Maybe when this attack of pancreatitis subsides my appetite will return to normal.

Yesterday was my dad's birthday. I heard my meowmy say that he was older than dirt. Can anyfur tell me how old dirt is? My pawrents were gone a lot yesterday. They went out with my meowmy's highschool furiend and her husband for lunch. Then they went shopping. My meowmy is getting my dad a laptop to play with his photos and to help him edit them. He will not be going online with the laptop... just for his pictures. They did not find a laptop yesterday. Then, they came home and took care of us and then went to my dad's mother's for dinner. She had cooked a lovely meal. They headed home in time for my insulin shot and hit the WORST thunder and lightning storm. And it was a gully washer of a rain... flooding. We were lucky in that we did not lose power because there were several thousand without power in our area. My meowmy's furiend who lives several miles away did not get her power back until 5 AM this morning. Meowmy did not let me on the catputer because of the bad weather. Pffffffttttt.

Today, my sisfur Precious is a DDP. She is so silly. She is prancing around with her chest puffed all out. Goofy girl. But, I send concats to my sisfur.

My brofur Jim goes to the pulmonologist tomorrow to see what all the doctors have decided to do about him. It seemed that there were differing opinions so tomorrow we should know a little more about Jim.... hopefully, that is.

While we were not online much, I received some lovely things from my furiends.

After we signed on on Sunday, the 26th, Penelope and her sweet furmily sent me the power of the paw. They said, "We are happy to hear that you are feeling a little better! Hang in there sweetheart.We are praying for you. Chin rubs from Penelope and Wags from Autumn,Dog & Roscoe and Big Get Well HUGS from Mom (Angie)"

And Itsumo sent my furmily and me a yummy steak. He said, "Thank you Hooch and your great family for the pretty blue ribbon. I love it ! Hope you all enjoy this steak! MOL! Having you share the day makes it GREAT ! love & Purr's, Itsumo"

On Monday, the 27th, Sweet Angel Callie sent me a beautifur rose. She said, "Purrs Hooch, Thank you for the lovely heart and for remembering me on my special day. Sending you lots of angel get well purrs and keeping my watchful eyes on you from the Bridge, Love, Callie"

And BabyCat Calliope sent me a lovely rose. She said, "Thanks for the ice cream Hooch! Healing purrs to 'ya and a rose for you to cheer you up & make ya feel better. Here's hopin' & praying that you can eat so 'ya can take your meds & feel better. God watch over 'ya & your family. BabyCat Calliope"

On my dad's birthday, the 28th, Angel Mipo sent Jim, my meowmy and me a yummy steak. He said, "doing my daily rounds, checking on my friends, and delivering angel dust. Here's an extra package for Jim, too, and for your mom, I think she could use it as well. You are all in our thoughts and we're always concerned that you're ok. hugs Mipo"

Bobbi Boi sent me the power of the paw. He said, "Sweet Hooch & Family, I wanted to stop by and thank you all very much for the Birthday hat and the Birthday wishes. We are all continuing our Prayers for your Hooch!!! Love, Bobbi Boi"

Dusty Miller and his pawsome furmily sent me a furever crown. They said, "yeah! you ate! not sure about the duck though. we have those birds in the house, they would probably get mad!!!!LOL.....hugs for all the family! all of us"

Today, Paisan ^PAWS^ sent me a delicious grape drink. He said, "Hi Hooch! I thought I would stop by and say hello. I brought you a grape drink. I like these the best. I just wanted to see how you are doing and let you know I will be back to check on you! Purrs, Paisan"

10:44 PM EST ~

TweeKee ~PAWS~ and her pawsome furmily sent me a furever crown. They said, "Hooch, you are number 1 in our books and you and your sisfur Patchez mean the world to all of us. Please accept this crown in acknowledgement of how special you are to all of us! We love you very much! Purrrrrrrrrrrrrrring for you strongly!"

Please continue to purr for Ginnger and Tyler who are both furry sick kitties and need our love, prayers and support.

I had a good day today. Yay!

Hi furiends! Today has been a purrty good day for me. Let me tell you that last night, I did NOT have to be force fed. I barely skimmed by BUT I did it.

Today, I have managed to eat enough to not get the forced feedings at all. I have acted more energetic than in past days... not my normal but I seem to be more active than in recent days. Meowmy says as long as I keep up the good work, I will be okay. I am brighter eyed today, too.

I have even shown an interest in my wet duck food. This is good as I am not a wet food type of kitty. My doc doc wanted me to eat a mix of the dry and the wet food but I have not been cooperating until now. How long this will or could last... who knows? But my meowmy says we will take all things good and smile about them.

I have been in and out of the family room today. I seem to want in whatever room that I am not at that moment... Meowmy says I am acting like a cat. Can you believe that? Pffffffttttt.

Baby G threw up earlier today so my meowmy will be keeping her eyes out on her. Baby G had the really bad attack of pancreatitis a little over three years ago and became very anorexic. She has come such a long way. She takes vitamin B12 shots on a monthly basis now. For the past few months, about every month, she seems to be "almost" taking steps back to the problem. Her appetite will wane as it has the past day or so. And then the fluid spots, like today. And some cat threw up food but Meowmy did not see nor hear it. So, we now are watching Baby G... we KNOW it was not ME! Meowmy may have to take Baby G back for another Depo. She got her B12 on Friday but she was NOT having any problems. Meowmy says she hopes it all goes away and NOTHING happens.

I am just happy to have had a good day and wanted to share it with all my furiends.

I am playing catch up... again.

First, I will tell you about my morning. When my meowmy came into my room, she noticed I had only eaten a few bites of my food during the night so she knew immediately that we were facing a forced feeding morning. I did go to my food bowl and ate a few more bites for my meowmy before we began the journey downstairs for the morning torture. Meowmy noticed that I still swallow very funny. We are wondering if and when this inflammation from the hyperT treatment will subside. I think Meowmy plans to call T4Paws to see if they have any answers. My doc doc has given the the "miracle" new drug supposed to help inflammation twice now and I am still doing whatever this is with my swallowing.

Meowmy prepared my duck food for the forced feeding. I seemed to be okay with her doing this. And, while she was preparing to fill the syringe a second time, I did lap up the rest of what was in the bowl. If I will eat the soft food like that, Meowmy said we will go that way for a while. Normally, I do NOT like soft cat food of any kind. We will try that today to see if it works for me. Then, if that works, we will determine how much I need to build my weight back up.

Meowmy thinks I was so perky yesterday because I had come off of the Sub Q's and that had "stuff" in it that helped me. Today I am a little less perky than when I first came home. Meowmy has gotten to where she doesn't like weekends because she is scared one of us will get sick again. We tell her we can't help it and that STUFF happens.

I received some lovely rosettes and gifties in the past days and will mention them below by date. I am sorry I have fallen behind and I do so hope that I have NOT omitted any. I tried to be sure I got them all in my diary. If for some reason, you don't see something you sent, please pmail me because I want to mention effuryone. My delays are not lack of being thankful and grateful for such special furiends and the love and prayers you have sent to me and to my furmily. I am so blessed by each of you. And my deepest apologies for falling so far behind again.

On the 21st ~

Casey sent my human brother and me the power of the paw. He said, “Dear Hooch & Jim: This is for both you and your human brother Jim to know that we are thinking of you and still praying that you will feel better soon. It also has a lot of love behind the POP to you both. Much Love, Casey, Grace & Leo"

Mathis and his sweet furmily sent me the power of the paw. They said, “Meow Hooch, We're purring for you to feel better. Purrs, Mathis, Belle, Antoine, Entrechat, Figaro, Kragen, Dusty & Clara

Sweet Angel Mipo sent me a barbeque grill. He said, “Hooch, Hooch, Hooch! Not eating enough! I will have to bring out the BBQ and throw some minnows on that I caught for you this morning! Do not worry your meowmy, we will do what we can on our side to help, but you'll need to get well! hugs Mipo"

On the 22nd ~

Itsumo sent my furmily and me a yummy ice cream cone. He said, “Thank you Hooch and your beautiful family for the party hat. I love it ! Hope you all like this yummy ice cream cone. love & Many Purr's, Itsumo"

Riley sent me the power of the paw. He said, “Hi Hooch. Your also in my prayers. Love and Hugs to you. Have a pawsome day. Riley hugs"

Stanley and his wonderfur furmily sent me the power of the paw. They said, “Hooch, we're continuing to purr for you to be well, and we're also purring for your human brofur Jim. Wishing wellness and comfurt to your family. Love & purrs from all of us."

Junior Fluffkins and his sweet furmily sent me a rose. They said, “Hey Hooch, we all want to say thanks for your sweet words to Junior and Tethys, and to tell you we are still purring for you!! HUGS AND KISSES from all of us!!"

Kyande Kisu and her sweet furmily sent me a beautifur vase of flowers. They said, “Hi Hooch, we were just hangin out reading diarys today, and read all of yours to "catch up" on your howlings.. Here is a vase of flowers hoping you are feeling chipper these days.. GET WELL SOON !"

Jarvis and his furtastic furmily sent me a furever crown. They said, “Hi Hooch, We heard you had a rough couple of days being at the doc doc's & all. We are purring and praying for you buddy. Send your meowmy kitty kisses for us & think healthy, healing thoughts! Love, Jarvis & Furmily"

On the 23rd ~

My sweet Calamity and her wonderfur furmily sent me a big power of the paw. They said, “Hooch, my love!! We are so sorry that you are so sick, I love you with all my heart, we all do and want you to know that are hearts and all of our prayers are for you and with you during this tough time.. We love you .. Calamity and family xo"

Sweet Angel Amelia sent me a furever crown. She said, “Sweetest Hooch, sending you and your human brother all the love and healing light in the world... loving you always and hope you feel the cool healing breeze from my angel wings...."

Harry and his caring furmily sent me a healing heart. They said, “We are purring as much as we can for you and your brother, Hooch! We are keeping our paws crossed that you start feeling better really soon! You, your brother, & your family are in our prayers! We love you!! Purrrrrrrs, Harry, Albie, & Family"

Eddy and her pawsome furmily sent me a healing heart. They said, “We all love you so very much Hooch . All our paw's are crossed and motor's purring. Love & Purr's & Wag's, Eddy & Family (Carol)"

My special angel furiend Zack and his pawsome furmily sent me a bright sun. He said, “Dear friend, We are sending you more sunny days, and praying that all these problems are soon behind you.
Sun
We love you,
>^,,^< Zack & family"

Cocoa and his sweet furmily sent me a red ribbon. They said, “Dear Hooch~ We're sending you a powerful Get Well rosette and please know that you're in our thoughts & purrayers... Feel Better Soon! Love~ Cocoa & Co. xoxo"

Sweet Angel Buddie sent me a blue ribbon. He said, “You have been selected to receive a Fresh "Buddie's Well Wishers GANG Healing Rosette"--Given with prayers, love & well wishes from HUNDREDS of furfaces represented by this Rosette! We love you, Our Furfriend, Handsome Hooch! xoxo

My special angel furiend Mipo sent me a furever Angel Star. He said, ‘I am by your side, Hooch. Bummer, that your pancreas just doesn't want to calm down and behave, my dear friend. We will stay with you in the hospital, no worries, and mom sends purrs and much healing to you and your brother Jim kitty hugs Mipo"

Angel Smokey and his pawsome furmily sent me the power of the paw. They put a cute picture in it
Get Well Soon
and said, “Love & hugs to you Hooch”

Edgar and his sweet furmily sent me the power of the paw. They said, “Aw Hooch, buddy, we're so sorry to read you are back in the hospital! Dang it! Our purrs fur you have never stopped. purrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrs, Edgar, Emily Felicity, Gabby & Lucy"

Ginnger sent me a yummy ice cream cone. He said, “I wanted to send you something you might enjoy while you're staying at the hospital. I hope you feel better soon so that you can go back home. Sending you purrs & hugs, Ginngie p.s. thank you & your family for purring for me." Please remember Ginngie in your purrs.

On the 24th ~

A special angel named Mipo sent me the power of the paw. He said, “just a quick word, my dearest friend: we are so happy that you are home and feeling better!! we will of course, send continuous purrs and healing for you to get over this bump in the road to recovery! kitty hugs and angel dust Mipo"

Sweet Angel Belle sent me a loving heart. She said, “Welcome Home! Purrrrrrr!!"

Mercy and her wonderful furmily sent me a yummy steak. They said, “Woohoo! We are so glad you are home, Hooch. It even makes us feel better. We will continue our purrs for you sweet boy, always. Love, Mercy and family P.S. Thank you for my refreshing drink for my DDP today. Cheers!"

A very special angel named Zack sent me a furever diamond. He said, “Hooch, purring that this may be the turning point you have been waiting for. Take you meds, & get well fast, my furend.
Get Well Soon
XO~Z” I love you, Zack. Thank you for watching over me.

And, today my little sisfur Karisma is a DDP honoree. She is beside herself with delight. And sharing the diary honors with her is the most adorable Madison. Madi's eye is getting lots better. Yay. She is doing better in some ways but her tremors have returned. Madi, I LOVE you! My whole furmily and so many on Catster do, too. Also today, Matilda Lucinda is COTD. My concats to all three of them!

1:27 PM EST ~

Rizza sent me a furever rainbow star. He said, “So happy to see that your are on the way to getting better. My mummy gets more upset than me if I have to go to the "V" word. Love ya Hoochie xxxx" Rizza, my meowmy does that too... why is that? They aren’t the ones being tortured. Hmmm...

I got to come home this morning.

Guess what? I am doing so much better this morning that my doc doc called my meowmy about an hour ago and told her to come get me. I am home. My night at the doc doc's in the hospital was not my favorite thing. My meowmy told me that when she arrived, she heard me begging to go home. Meowmy brought Baby G in for her monthly B12 shot.

My doc doc has changed my diet yet again. This time I am on Royal Canin Duck and Green Pea and I seem to like it. I have even asked for more since I arrived home about 1/2 hour ago. Meowmy bought some dry and canned versions. Meowmy was looking over my bill. Yesterday I got another Adequan injection for the "swallowing" problems I have encountered since my hyperT treatment. I got Sub Q fluids, a Depo injection, a Famotidine injection, a B12 shot, more vampire bloodwork... so, I have been through the kitty mill again but I am now home and very happy right now.

I will have to continue my daily shots of insulin, my potassium supplement (but my doc doc is hoping to get me off of that), the Denamarin and the Ursodiol. My doc doc says it is looking like the Ursodiol will be part of my life from now on but Meowmy says if it keeps me well, we don't care... and, of course, the insulin will be part of that daily routine... we aren't sure of the Denamarin... we don't care. We just want me well and home.

My meowmy is so happy to have me home with her.

Our late afternoon visit with Hooch.

From Hooch's meowmy ~

My husband and I visited with Hooch for over a half hour just before the hospital closed. We went not only to visit with him but to drop off the Ursodiol that Dr. Booker had ordered for him to start earlier in the day and the pharmacy where it is compounded rushed it through for us. We have to pick it up at one of the few pharmacies in our area that prepares compounded prescriptions. The pharmacy has only one compound druggist in this week so I took to begging them to please rush it as they first told us that it would be several days. I explained my baby was sick and needed it now as he was hospitalized and really needed to start this medicine. I really was grateful to them for doing such a favor for me.

When we arrived, poor Hooch was looking very pitiful. He did get up and tried to visit with us through the cage door for a while and then Leslie said we could take him out. I cuddled with him for a long time and he purred the whole time I was holding him. They have shave yet another spot from his neck area. While we were there, they checked his blood glucose and it was high enough that Leslie gave him his shot of insulin while we were there. She also gave him the first dose of Ursodiol and his Denamarin (liver supplement) which they tried on him back when he was first diagnosed with problems in February (the little blue pill that he threw up). Leslie also gave him a gel dollop that contained potassium as we had not taken his potassium supplement with us earlier in the day. I will do so tomorrow if they don't allow him to come home.

We took a few pictures while we were there and I took a short video that I will try to put on his page tomorrow. I am just too tired tonight.

Hooch really wanted to come home with us but we know he is in the place he needs to be right now.

When we left Hooch, we went to celebrate the birthday of his human niece and were night getting home. I have been trying to play catch up since we got home.

I miss my little brave man. The techs told me again what a delight Hooch is and how he never gives them any problems when they need to do something to him. He is a very sweet and wonderful little guy.

Hooch is in the hospital again as of this morning.

Hooch's meowmy here ~

Hooch had to be readmitted to the hospital this morning. It appears that the cause of his eating issues is another round of pancreatitis. His PLI results came back conclusive that his pancreas are again inflammed. He had vomited sometime during the night or this morning. I ran him into the vet's before I headed for my physical. When I was at the doctor's, my vet called to give me the news. She is going to keep him - not sure how long this time. Please continue to remember Hooch in your prayers. He has fought so hard and been through so much since February. I just want him to feel good again.

Yesterday, I did not let Hooch write. We were at the hospital for most of the morning into the afternoon with our son. Again, we were shocked to learn that the FNA (fine needle aspiration) biopsy did not get the cancer cells to determine what type of cancer he could have. The doctors discussed among themselves and individually as doctors with Jim and us the options and considerations of treatment and then they broke for lunch for 1 1/2 hours to come up with the next step. They had discussed doing a core biopsy but finally decided to do another bronchoscopy and this time will not only look for the cancer but will culture the specimins to determine if there is also infection or fungus, along with the cancer. All of the doctors still think cancer is a sure thing but just don't know what kind right now. We did learn that instead of one spot on his vertabrae, there are two spots, with one being of more concern than the other one to the doctors. They will be doing an MRI on Jim when they are able to schedule it to determine more on the spots near the vertabrae. (And they mentioned a brain MRI possibly, too.) Yesterday, after the long day, Jim had to go to the pulmonologist to have a TB test, even though he has had 6 in the past year... all negative. He will have to come back tomorrow to have it read and hopefully find out when the MRI and bronchoscopy are scheduled to happen.

I am home again.

Well, can you believe the plotting and evil plans of my meowmy and my doc doc. Keeping me prisoner all day. NOT FAIR!

My doc doc told my meowmy that I did voice my disapproval of being held against my will today.

My doc doc said that I actually looked better and acted better today than I did yesterday but my glucose was 403 today.

The vampires did their work, as usual. They took MY blood. This is two days in a row. I protest! Yesterday they tested the Lipase (pancreas or pancreatitis), did a 9 chemistry panel (6 + lytes) and took x-rays. Today they did another blood glucose, a Fructosamine (going to the outside lab for results) and did Spec fPL Feline (this is on our bill but we don't know what it is). I received an Adequan injection for my continuing swallowing issues (the doc doc is hoping to calm the inflammation down from my hyperT treatment - yes, I am one of the few cats who had noticeable inflammation from it). So, we will just wait to hear the results from the tests they sent off.

I did NOT eat at the doc doc's. I showed them! And I sang (Meowmy called it yowling) all the way home. You know, I actually think she liked it because it is more like my normal behavior.

Meowmy saw another meowmy that she met when our Clawdia was sick in the hospital. This meowmy had a kitty named Monkey who was one of Clawdia's hospital pals. Unfortunately, Monkey died shortly after Clawdia went to the Bridge. He had cancer. So, I had to wait for my meowmy and Monkey's meowmy to play catch up. Monkey's meowmy had a furry handsome orange and white cat in for a check up today. Meowmy thought that the kitty looked a lot like me, except he was furry fluffy. He was found in the parking lot of a Burger King back in 1993. Meowmy said he looked great for a 16 year old boy.

I am so happy to be back home and I have eaten a little and demanded to join my furmily afterwards. Meowmy said I had better eat so she doesn't have to force feed me tonight. We shall see.

I am at my doc doc's for observation today.

Well, hiss and spit! Today, I thought I had come up with the purrfect plan of hiding. My appointment was at 9:20 this morning. I was happy to get out of my room but my meowmy noticed that while I had eaten a little of my food, it was not enough to count so she had to force feed me before my insulin shot. After all of my morning "stuff", my meowmy let me go into the living room and upstairs area as normally happens.

About 8:55 my meowmy started trying to find me... I was in hiding. She looked and looked and she could not find me. I thought I had found the purrfect spot to hide. She enlisted the assistance of my dad. Neither of them could find me. It was now 9:20 and she called my doc doc who just happened to answer the phone. She told my doc doc that I was MIA. My doc doc told her not to worry and to bring me on when she located me. I was still feeling furry good about my hiding place.

Because of a storage problem (lack of), my pawrents stored the wrapping paper and other things under the guest room bed. My meowmy figured out that I almost had to be under that bed as my dad had checked his room. So, she began to take effurything out from under the bed and she spotted me way up in the corner. This required her to take effurything out from under the bed... OH NO! And she said it will NOT be going back there. In fact, my pawrents are doing a Goodwill run to take some of the "stuff" to them.

Meowmy captured me and took me to see my doc doc. I did protest a little but still not like normal. I puffed out my tail as big as I could so I could show my meowmy how I was really feeling about this whole matter. We arrived at the doc doc's at 9:45, so I did a purrty good thing in delaying my arrival.

BUT I did not expect what happened next. My doc doc wanted to keep me to observe me all day. NOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO. So, my meowmy, traitor that she is, allowed them to take my collar off and proceed with me to the back room. Wait, Meowmy, I will be good! Don't leave me! But she did. *makes very sad face* And I heard Meowmy tell my doc doc that I am still having the swallowing issues and that I was acting like my ears were bothering me... shaking my head and scratching them this morning. Now why would Meowmy tattle on me?

Last night Moozer and his pawsome furmily sent me the power of the paw. They said, "Hooch, You are worrying us so...and your Meowmy too. We are purrrring that you will snap out of this and feel better. Hope the vet figures it out. Love, Moozer + the Archangel Crew" *whispers* My meowmy says I am worrying her, too.

Uh oh, here comes Mary... gotta get off her catputer now.

An evening report.

Hooch's meowmy here ~

Hooch did not act right for most of the day and his eating was, for the most part, not happening. He was very lethargic for most of the day. In the afternoon about 3 ish, I was trying to encourage him to eat and I noticed that he appeared to miss his step and he sat on his hiney when he was coming to the food bowl. It gave me some concern but I just passed it off for the time being. About 4, the vet called to remind us of the visit scheduled for tomorrow for his one month check following his hyperT treatment. I decided to tell the vet about his having little or no appetite on Sunday and today and that I had to force feed him and about his just laying around... much more than usual. They suggested that I not wait until tomorrow but wanted me to bring him in before they closed. At this point in time, Hooch was laying in the family room because I had brought him back there with us.

I was getting my keys out to take Hooch - this is a noise that now makes Hooch bolt as he thinks he is going to the vet every time he hears me get my keys. Evidently he could not seem to manage to get up. I heard Ed say something seems to be wrong with Hooch. He said that Hooch acted like he wanted to get up but could not seem to do it. That, of course, caused me to get very concerned.

I put Hooch in the carrier and headed to the vet. We got there about 4:15. We weighed him and he was up another tenth of a pound, weighing now 12.5 pounds.

Dr. Booker took all the notes and decided to run some blood tests today on him and some of the levels. Her main concern was the glucose to see if he was on too much insulin. That level was actually good. It was 398 and his potassium was within normal. She noted that his heart rate was way too fast so decided to do an x-ray of his heart to determine if it was enlarged. They ended up doing his blood pressure too... and while it was up, she determined that he was stressed from being at the vets. His x-ray showed a normal size heart and he had no fluid. Then she decided to go on and check his kidney and liver and everything they checked was within normal. She did not draw enough blood for his frutosamine and something else, so we are still going tomorrow at 9:20 for his scheduled visit.

While I was there, I decided to ask Dr. Booker what product she uses for the paw prints she does when our babies cross the Rainbow Bridge. I treasure the one she did of Clawdia to this day. Dr. Booker says she treasures the one of her doggie who passed away about the same time Clawdia did. Anyway, she went to get the package for me and we wrote down the information so I could see about ordering some. She said if I can't get them, she would gladly order them for me or allow me to buy some of the ones she has. I told her I would like to go on and do paw prints of all my babies before it is a sad memory for me. About that time, poor Leslie (the tech who has been with Dr. Booker since we have been going to them) came running frantically in with a worried look on her face. She asked what was going on. She had come out of the bathroom and she saw "the" drawer open... the one where they keep the paw print stuff and panicked. We scared a year's growth out of Leslie. She laughed and said that she really wasn't gone that long... all she had done was go potty and she came out and found that and all of a sudden became very concerned. So, we all got a laugh out of that moment... well, maybe Hooch didn't.

Tonight, I did not have to force feed Hooch but I did have to coax him big time to get enough food into him to be comfortable in giving him his shot of insulin.

Dr. Booker did suggest that Hooch may have had an arthritic moment. I told her he had never acted arthritic before. She said if his behavior continued like that we will have to do some further tests.

Another forced feeding morning.

I was energetic and happy when let out of my room this morning BUT my meowmy discovered that I had not eaten much IF anything during the night. I had to be force fed this morning before I could get my insulin. I always dislike forced feedings and it tends to excite me. I am very polite but I do get furry upset.

Tomorrow is my 1 month check up after my hyperT treatment. I am looking for a special and "difficult for my meowmy to find me" hiding spot as I paw this diary.

Meowmy asked me if I would please try to eat for her today. I have a bowl of food upstair in my room and downstairs in the living room. She measured what went into my bowl so she will know how much I have eaten during the day.

My little sisfur Karisma is a DDP honoree today and my sisfur Precious was a DDP yesterday... one would think the pawties should begin. MOL.

Last night, I received some special rosettes from two very special angel furiends.

Angel Macallan sent me the power of the paw. He said, "I may not always comment, but I keep up with your diary & keeping am eye on your from the Bridge. Know that I'm always by your side...You are so loved Hooch...now go and chow down your dinner! Love you....Macallan" Mac, I always see my meowmy's tears when she sees your precious little picture and name. Know we will love you furever, sweet Mac. You will always be one of my heroes ~ furever.

Angel Mipo sent me the power of the paw. He said, "Hooch, you'll be fine tomorrow - we all have days, when we're just off. Mom was like that yesterday. I think she cried about 8 times during the day, all for minor stuff, but she's ok today! kitty hugs and angel dust Mipo" Mipo, my meowmy is the same way. And she always holds one of us and wets our fur with those tears. We try to cheer her but it doesn't always work.

An afternoon report.

Hooch's meowmy here ~

Hooch has not had much interest in eating today. Nothing like the past days for sure. I will have to force feed him shortly (it is 6:34 PM EST). His appetite has been really good the past few weeks... even though he has had his up and down days.

Today started off with a concern when I discovered he had not eaten well during the night and I ended up force feeding him this morning before his insulin. Then his eye was weird.. the left one... seemed swollen and would not open and then became normal as we headed downstairs for insulin and the feeding.

My husband and I, along with a few others went to visit with my son who is battling cance. He will find out what is in store for him on the 22nd. We were gone from about 10:30 to 3 and when we returned, Hooch had not eaten much at all. And, he would have finished at least 1/4 cup serving by that time. He has not shown the interest in joining the family while we have been home.

Hopefully, this is just an off day for Hooch and not a sign that something is going on with him. He is scheduled for his 1 month check up after his hyperthyroidism treatment on the 21st. Maybe we will find some more answers about him. And, maybe he will have to have an adjustment in his insulin. He is still drinking a good deal of water throughout the day... more than normal for sure.

The up side of this is that I have not seen Hooch have ANY throwing up issues.. food or fluid since the hyperT treatment. I did, of course, see him grow very week from the low potassium and then discovered he had diabetes. That was a few days in the hospital to get his potassium level up slowly so as not to stop his heart. And since then he has had better days... some not great and some good ones.

This is just a minor setback, hopefully.

A note about Hooch's morning gifts that were not mentioned in his earlier diary, in Hooch's words ~

Sox sent me the power of the paw. He said, "Specially for you Hooch."

Inspector Morse and his pawsome furmily sent me a Hero Ribbon rosette. They said, "Hero in fighting illness Hooch, you are. Stand strong. Healing Purrs for you from all of us cats & our family dogs too especially the one that can actually purr. Healing Purrs, Inspector Morse, Thomasina & Caelian, Leah, Babycat, Crow, Lilly"

My morning was interesting for Meowmy.

My meowmy was a little concerned this morning when she came into my room. The first thing she noticed was that I had not eaten as well as I have been in the past weeks so she knew she would have to give me a forced feeding before my insulin shot this morning. The second thing she noticed was my left eye was not opened very far and it appeared to be swollen. Well, she began to look at my eye... holding it wide open... looked okay to her. I shut it as soon as she was finished looking. She was thinking that we would be making an emergency vet clinic visit with me. But, thank goodness, that did not happen. My eye finally opened normally. We have no clue what my eye was all about... Meowmy says it was weird and freaky fur sure.

Meowmy did force that nasty potassium supplement down my throat before we left my room. Then she loaded me up, along with my insulin shot she had planned on giving me and we headed downstairs.

On the way downstairs, she somehow lost the protective cover over the needle with my insulin so when she got all the "stuff" and me downstairs, she ended up throwing away the planned shot of insulin... she squirted it down the sink and disposed of the syringe as normal. Then she prepared my "forced" food in the big syringe. She forced it down my throat but I was a very good boy... no fighting.

Then began the 30 minute search for my Vetsulin. Meowmy always puts it in the refrigerator. Well, this time she did not. She could not find it anywhere. She retraced all her steps before coming upstairs to give me my shot. She even went upstairs and did a search in my room. Back downstairs she came. By this time she was furry nervous about what she could have done with my insulin. She thought she had looked every place BUT the garbage. She was about to get another bag and one by one transfer the garbage to a new bag when she opened the cabinet over the sink beside the refrigerator for something and there was MY insulin. My meowmy says she doesn't even remember opening the cabinet this morning when she was preparing my shot. *gasps* Do you think the "one" who steal our human's socks from the laundry moved my insulin?

My meowmy is going to have brunch with my sick human brofur this morning but will be hurrying back home to check on me and will probably stay close to home to be sure I am okay the rest of the day.

Last night Angel Mipo sent me a fun beach ball. He said, "I like the new pictures, Hooch, and mind me saying, you do indeed lokk healthier than you have for a long time. Congrats on the weight gain, too!!! I'm heading over to Fela's memorial now. kitty hugs Mipo"

A beautifur gift from Sky and meowmy and Fela Kiti's- Memorial Service today.

Today I have had a good day... part in with my furmily and part in the living room just chillin'! The mail person brought me a special present from Sky. AND it has MY name on it. It is lovely and in colors like me... orange and while. I love it. Sky's meowmy must have made this thoughtfur and lovely gift. I am going to take it night-night with me effury single night. Thank you, Sky and meowmy!

Colleen sent me a yummy ice cream cone. She said, "Thanks for the Ice Cream Rosette. My birthday is March 29. Here's a Ice Cream for you. Colleen" Hmmmm...... and WHEW! I thought we had missed Colleen's birthday!

Sausage and Meatball sent me a yummy ice cream cone. They make a sweet picture
Get Well
and they said, "Luvs, hugs n Purrs, Sausage & Meatball"

This afternoon is the service for a dear furiend, Fela Kiti who made his journey to the Bridge. He will be dearly missed by so many. What a joy to have been a furiend. That will go on, just from his spot at the Bridge now. His service is 4 PM PST. Memorial Service for Fela Kiti

My pawrents will be celebrating my dad's mother's birthday at that time and we will not be present at sweet Fe's service but our hearts will be there with him and his furmily.

Doc Doc day for my B12 shot.

I am making just a short entry today. My meowmy's allergies are bothering her so she says she can't type for long. Today was my B12 shot day. My scheduled time was 9 AM. Well, when I heard Meowmy coming into the front of the house, I bolted upstairs to seek a super duper hiding place BUT Meowmy was too fast and she was catching up with me. Then, do you know what I did? Well, it was NOT the smartest thing I have effur done! I turned and faced my meowmy and I hissed at her. Yes... you heard me... I hissed. She scolded ME... can you believe that one? I was only telling her I did NOT want to go to the doc doc today. Pffffffttttt! It was no use, my meowmy told me she was not scared of me and she grabbed me and had the nerve to put me into the prison carrier. I was relatively quiet on my ride to the doc doc's today.

When I arrived, I was weighed. I am now up to 12.4 pounds. My meowmy was delighted with my gain. The doc doc (not my regular one) told meowmy that we might want to watch my weight gain. My meowmy decided to ask my regular doc doc next week when I go for the vampire visit on Tuesday. We will find out if my kidneys and liver are doing okay and more on my diabetes, I suppose.

I have spent half my day with my furmily and half in the front of the house all alone (my choice, mind you).

Earlier today Karma Kitty sent my furmily and me a delicious ice cream cone. She said, "Wonderful Hooch & Family, Thank you very much for celebrating my DDP today. I am very Blessed to have friends like you. I hope you are still feeling a bit better. Love, Karma Kitty"

Meowmy says I must sign off for now.

Fela Kiti has gone to the Bridge.

It is with a deeply saddened heart that I write to say my sweet furiend Fela crossed the Bridge today. Fe fought a very valiant battle against cancer and, sadly, lost. My heart and that of my whole family is breaking right now. Please send Fe's grieving family your love and pray that they will find the peace and comfort they need right now. It was a very unselfish decision to release Fe from the earthly battle. Know that we will love and remember you forever, Fe.

My furiend Kyande Kisu is COTW!

Kyande Kisu sent my furmily and me a purrty heart. She said, "Thank you all for wishing me well for CAT OF THE WEEK!

A lazy Wednesday for us.

I have been upstairs and downstairs today and have been back and forth in the family room. I don't seem to know exactly where I want to be but wherever I am... I want the "other" place.

My meowmy had to go to our doc doc's to pick up an antihistimine for Karisma. We hope that will help "Sneezy".

Paisan ^PAWS^ and his furmily sent me a healing heart. No message BUT it was LOUD and clear. Thank you for the the love and healing purrs.

A long Tuesday for my meowmy.

My meowmy has been gone most of the day. She left, just after giving me my insulin this morning, to be with my human brofur Jim who was having a FNA (fine needle aspiration) biopsy at the hospital. He was scheduled for 8:15 AM and that is my normal time to receive insulin. So my dad went to pick up my brofur to take him to the hospital and my meowmy stayed behind to care for me. She was afraid she would miss seeing him before the biopsy... but hospitals being hospitals they were running behind and she got there before they took Jim back. The doctor talked to them about the major risks involved in these procedures. Those are bleeding, infection and collapsed lung.

After his procedure, he was taken to a room but only one of my pawrents could visit him and that was my meowmy. They had some heart to heart talks. He was feeling okay after the ordeal but told my meowmy that, even though they numbed him, it felt like the doctor reached in and pinched his lung and twisted it really hard... but he said it was not unbearable.. just very uncomfortable. They checked his blood pressure every half hour and then at noon, they x-rayed his chest again to be sure that his lung had not collapsed or started to do so and then he was released AFTER they found a doctor to read the x-ray. Again... hospitals. He will go for the results on the 22nd and will find out what and IF they will be able to do anything. He has lost a lot of weight and only weighs 136 pounds now. Meowmy says he is furry gaunt looking. So, please pray for Jim.

My meowmy did not check her email yesterday and we missed a couple of very important things.

We found out that Tyler was found to have two masses which were to be removed today. Tyler needs our love and support and prayers so, please pray for good news on Tyler. You can read his diary for more news.

Our new furiend Mr. Biggles did not receive good news. He has hypertrophic cardiomyopathy. We are praying that he can be kept comfortable and will have more years to enjoy his new family. Please pray for Mr. Biggles, too. He needs some major prayers.

Our furiend Tallulah got some bad news. She does have cancer and will need surgery. She will be going to a specialist on Wednesday. Please add Tallulah to your purr list.

The GOOD news is that Tony IS okay. He had a spell like Karisma after he vomited. Tony and Karisma should go to time out for scaring their meowmies half to death with their antics after throwing up. Don't you agree? BUT please know that we are so happy that Tony is okay.

My meowmy said we will all be posting the same diaries today.

7:38 PM EST ~

Mr. Biggles sent me a Forever Crown. He said, "thank you so much for the rosie, Hooch. I will try hard to stay well, and be a good boy and take my medicine. It is a wonderful experience that so many people care about me and send me purrs. with gratefulness and kitty hugs Mr. Biggles"

Morgan The PirateGato sent a black cat. He said, "Purrin in happiness that the biopsy went ok. Now purrin for good mews! Tell the Human Jim to drink Ensure Plus - chocolate is good! It is what got Daddy through - HIGH CALORIES! Good for humans bad for us sugar cats. Purrs & Lots of Love M"

My weekend and stuff.

My meowmy said I could take a diary break over the weekend and get some rest. I actually had a purrty good weekend. I ate my dry food like a good boy. However, last night I did get a forced feeding of the soft food before my insulin shot as my meowmy was not certain that I had eaten enough during the day to get my shot. I still dislike the nasty potassium and try to let my meowmy know I find it disgusting but the silly ol' gal insists I take it. Since I don't care for wet food, she must mix the supplement with water and squirt it down my throat... two times a day. Blec!

I spent time with my furmily and last night I even caused my siblings to get "huffy" with me. Meowmy heard the hisses and some growls. What is with that? NOT fair!

On Saturday, I received some lovely rosettes and messages.

Angel Garfield and his sweet furmily sent me the power of the paw. They said, "Get well soon Hooch all our luv from all us kitties here in wet Wales."

Eddy sent me a beautifur and warm sun. She said, "Sweet Hooch thank you and your family for the party hat. I love it ! I do hope you enjoy the warmth of this beautiful sun. Sometimes I lay in the sun by a window. You are very special. Love & Many, Many Purr's, Eddy" I love to find a sunny spot and lay in it. Now I have my own sun.

Emily sent me a furry beautifur sunflower. She said, "Thank you so much Hooch and your family for the very yummy cupcake. I sure loved it ! MOL! Hope you like Sunflower's I do. How did you know I love ice cream ? Mommy alway's shares with me. Love & Many Purr's my friend, Emily" My meowmy used to share ice cream with me before I got so sick. Now, I can't have it. *makes sad face*

Ivan and his precious furmily sent me a big power of the paw. They said, "Hooch, our pal, We've been away from Catster for a while, but we were alerted that you have not been feeling well, so we wanted to give you this gift and let you know we are purring up a storm for you! Love and purrs, Ivan, Boo and family"

Yesterday I received some nice rosettes and messages.

Paisan ^PAWS^ sent me a healing candle. He said, "We love you Hooch! You hang in there! I will be back on line in a couple of hours to check on you. I will make sure that Reno is peeking in on you till I get back. Purrr Purrr Purrr Love you, Hooch!"

Angel Mipo sent me the power of the paw. He said, "just wanting to let you know: still thinking of you and purring for you as well. Mr.Biggles sends his regards. we hope your weekend is going alright. kitty hugs and angel dust, dear friend Mipo"

Yesterday, my pawrents went to visit my human brofur and they went out for lunch. Meowmy says he looks furry thin and yesterday was not a good one for him - Meowmy could tell he was not feeling well. Meowmy asked him about his weight and he told her that he has lost 25 pounds. Meowmy says he looks like he has lost more than that to her. Jim goes for his needle biopsy tomorrow so please say a little prayer for my brofur tonight.

8:18 PM EST ~

Snowie sent me a purrty sunflower. She said, "Hooch, I didn't know you were sick....what's going on? I am sending you a big get well sunflower. Love and purss and healing vibes, Snowie"

Emma sent a purrty rose. She said, "Thank you for the Concats and the delicious wedding cake! You are so special. No wonder Belle thinks the world of you. "

Last night I played with a catnip toy.

My meowmy did not get on the catputer much yesterday. First, Karisma had to go to the doc doc because she was sneezing a lot. Karisma started sneezing purrty badly on Wednesday about 5PM EST. The doc doc thought she had a possible kitty cold and told Meowmy to give Karisma the Doxycyline capsules that she had originally prescribed before Karisma threw up on Monday. Karisma had stinky poo and a kitty fever. So, Meowmy brought Karisma home yesterday and started treating her.

Then, yesterday I pulled the "stay upstairs all day" routine again. I just had NO interest in joining the furmily NOR coming downstairs. So, Meowmy kept coming upstairs to check on me. I really know how to work her emotions. BUT last night, I decided to come downstairs and guess what? For the first time in a long while, I decided to stay in the family room and I began to play with a catnip toy. I did this for about 15 minutes. Meowmy said it blessed her to see me act kittenish for a little while.

Today, I have spent part of my time upstairs and part downstairs. Currently, I am in the back part of our home with my furmily. Meowmy says we will see how long this lasts.

Meowmy told me that I have to go to the doc doc for my B12 shot this afternoon so I think I need to beg Meowmy to let me back into the living room and upstairs so I can find a GREAT hiding place.

And, it seems that Karisma is going with me. She had a spell this morning of not exactly sneezing but a series of snorts and weird carrying on... then her third eyelid (nictating membrane) came out on her right eye. Meowmy's alarms went up. Meowmy is hoping Karisma won't end up having allergies or worse - asthma starting. Meowmy has her camera ready to capture this if it happens again. It is just so much easier to show the doc doc than to explain what she is doing.

To make matters worse, on Wednesday afternoon, Prince tried to help Meowmy. He jumped up when she was on the catputer and managed somehow to change some settings on Meowmy's catputer. Oh boy, Meowmy raised her voice when he helped with that. You see, Meowmy had to have reading and catputer glasses to see close up things. Well, Prince managed to make effurything about half the size or less. Meowmy could not read the catputer well as the writing was too tiny. Meowmy went into effurything she could think of and also consulted the HELP section but the only real advice she could find was to change the resolution but it was already the highest and when changing it, effurything got weird.

Last night, Meowmy was talking to Auntie Barbi and they were trying to "fix" the catputer so it was normal again. Somehow... and Meowmy is NOT sure how, after about a hour of trying, something worked and now she can see Catster normally again. Now, it is still NOT back to "normal", especially the email... it is now almost too big and somewhat bold but Meowmy says she can live with that. At least she can see it. She has told Prince that he had better not think about helping her EFFUR again.

Since I was not on Catster much yesterday, I did not know I had received some sweet power of the paws from sweet furiends.

Millie and her cute furmily sent me the power of the paw. They said, "from all of us...we have lots of purrs going for you! Love, Millie and Jake and the not orange gang" *eyes open wide* NOT ORANGE????????

Penelope and her sweet furmily and meowmy sent me a big Pucker Up. They said, "Dearest Hooch,we are glad that you are home,we know in our hearts that you are on the road to recoveryThe medicine is yucky& the shots hurt but they will help you feel better so be strong little man Autumn, Roscoe, Dog, Penny & Mom "

Angel Mipo sent me the power of the paw. He said, "I had hoped to see how you are doing dear friend. Our Mr. Biggles might have Hyper T, too. He has been losing weight lately and also has a heart murmur now which he didn't have last year in May. waiting for the blood test tomorrow hugs Mipo"

Today, Sam sent me the power of the paw. She said, "Thank you so much Hooch for the lovely sun we sure need it down here. It's winter in NZ. You are very kind to think of me when you have so much happening with yourself. We are still purring it is all going well and that you get used to the shots"

4:36 PM EST ~

Well, I agree with Karisma. Hiss and spit. My meowmy ended up surprising me before I could find the proper hiding place this afternoon. When she picked me up, I got a little excited and you won't guess what happened! Well, let me just say that my meowmy looked down on her capri pants and they were wet and she felt something running down her leg and onto the floor. Yes, *blushes* I had wet her. Honestly, it was an accident. She told me not to worry and that it was okay but she did take time to clean the floor after putting me in the prison carrier. She did not change her clothes... can you believe that? Eeeewwww.

When I was weighed, I had gained more weight. I am now 11.6 pounds and my doc doc seemed pleased. She did decide that, in addition to my B12 shot, she wanted to do a blood glucose on me again today, especially since my appointment was an afternoon one. She said my level is still a little high and so she told my meowmy to up my insulin to 1 1/2 units two times per day now.

Karisma got a shot of LA 200 and has to keep taking her Doxycycline until the capsules are gone.

All in all, it was not my favorite afternoon outing. I am hiding upstairs right now. This time my meowmy won't find me. No more doc doc visits for me today, no sir.

On a nice note, while I was away, Tanis and his furmily sent me a yummy cupcake. They said, "Howdy Hooch, I am soo furry happy that you are feeling up to a little Playtime oh boy is that the bestest news!!! And also its good to hear that you are comming downstairs a little more often too... We are still purring healing prayers 4 you."

5:00 PM EST ~

Morgan The PirateGato sent me a black cat. He said, "Purrin & Purrin fur mew & your sister to feel better! Love Morgan"

7:27 PM EST ~

Mr. Biggles sent me the power of the paw. He said, "I heard you need some power of the paw as well, Hooch. So, we're both in the same boat in a way. Let's hope it'll all end well!! but mom is determined, and yours is, too. They will take good care of us. purrs and kitty hugs Mr. B"

Chef Rooster sent me a delicious steak. He said, "Hooch it is time for a steak! We were so happy to read about your playtime and please continue to get better. We are all purring for you! Purrs and a soft headbonk! Chef Rooster"

9:36 PM EST ~

Gertie sent me a lovely rose. She said, "HEY HOOCH... HERE IS A ROSE FOR A SPECIAL GUY. MY BROFUR MOUSER SAYS HI"

I am downstairs today.

You won't believe what my meowmy decided to do to me today! Well, she figured that I was upstairs yesterday because I was now associating going downstairs with the yucky potassium supplements and shots of insulin. So, this morning... well, she brought those dreaded items upstairs and she gave me the disgusting potassium supplement right in the upstairs hallway. Then, she took out the alcohol soaked cotton ball and wiped my fur and then she gave me the insulin shot. Is there NO place I am SAFE?

I have ventured downstairs but so far am choosing to lay behind one of the chairs in the living room and not out in the main part like I used to do. Meowmy is going to open the front door to see if I will lay in front of the glass door and look outside like I love to do.

My special furiend Norman and his furmily sent me a BBQ Grill. He said, "We have been purring for you everyday,it's hard for meowmy right now with Edward being sick to be Catster.She is spending every spare minute with him.Hope you are feeling better today, if we were neighbors I'd BBQ you a chicken to eat.Hugs Normy"

Angel Buddie sent me a healing heart. He said, "You have been selected to receive a Fresh "Buddie's Well Wishers GANG Healing Rosette"--Given with prayers, love & well wishes from HUNDREDS of furfaces represented by this Rosette! We love you, Sweet Hooch! xoxoxoxoxoxooxox"

11:58 AM EST ~

Angel Starr and his furmily sent me a cool tree. They said, "Dearest Hooch, we are still purring mightily for you through all 10 of us! Starr is sprinkling healing angel dust heavily too! Here's a new hiding place for you, although sometimes you have to take good with bad 2 get better! Much Love!"

I don't choose to be downstairs at all today.

Today, I have been purrty much a loner. I have not wanted to come downstairs at all. I have stayed in the guest room with the door wide open and chosing not to come out. I am eating some of my food but have no interest in coming downstairs. Maybe yesterday was too scary for me. My meowmy has come upstairs with me a lot and is checking on me. She really wants me to come downstairs but I am chosing not to do that right now. Maybe tomorrow?

Meowmy told me that Karisma is purrty much back to her old self today. I am happy about that.

Mouser and his sweet furmily sent me a furever emerald. They said, "YOU ARE A GEM IN ARE BOOK HANG IN THERE BUDDY GET BETTER SOON XOXOXO MOUSER,GEORGE,GERTIE"

My sweet furiend Angel Wally sent me a power of the paw. He said,"Sweet Hooch~ I don't want you to think that I abandoned you. You will always be in my purrs~
Hooch Purrs
Love you! Wally"

9:14 PM EST ~

Chef Rooster and his sweet furmily sent me a yummy cherry drink. They said, "Dear Hooch..A nice refreshing cherry drink for you to wash down the medicine. You take care mi amigo. Our purrs are going full force. Love you! Chef Rooster and Family"

Tanis sent me a fun mouse so I can play with him when I am alone upstairs. He said, "Hiiii Hooch, I am glad that you are home and eating a little better boy those prayers and purrrrz are amazing !!!! maybe you will feel like going downstairs to be wif your family tomorrow.. P.S. I also have been purring fur Tyler and Edward.."

Angel Mipo sent me a purrty rose. He said, "we're having a keen eye on you, Hooch. Don't feel bad, sometimes we all have mopey days, maybe you'll feel more social tomorrow. purrs, kitty hugs and angel dust your friend Mipo"

My furiend Tyler is in the hospital right now. Please rev up those purrs for him! And please remember Edward, too.

Purrs for Tyler link.

My buddy Tyler is waiting to hear from his doc doc. Please show Tyler some love and add him to your purrs. He is a super guy. The thread to show Tyler some love and support is HERE.

http://www.catster.com/forum s/Plus_Power_of_the_Paw/thread/625928

My young furiend Edward was diagnosed with FIP, the dry form. Please purr for sweet Edward, too. He and his furmily need us.

An interesting Monday for me! I am Navin's "Bud of the Week- July 6th thru July 13th"

Well, who knew when I arose this morning that my day would end up at the doc doc's? I was anxious to get out of my captivity in the guest room this morning. My meowmy carried me downstairs to the kitchen where she proceeded to "force" feed me some food before my morning insulin shot. She also gagged me with the liquid potassium mixed with water. Yuk.

I went into the living room to mind my own business. About 9, I heard the prison carrier and my meowmy's car keys. I KNEW what was coming so I bolted. I forced my way into my dad's room upstairs and headed for UNDER the bed. Now, my dad is a packrat and there are things all over his room, which made my meowmy's attempts to capture me most difficult for her. By the time she got to the other side of the bed, I snuck out and hid in the guest room. So, for a while I was missing in action. My dad joined in the search but it was useless.

Since I had an appointment at 9:20 and Karisma had one at 10:40, my meowmy decided to switch kitties. So she grabbed up poor little Karisma who suspected nothing and off she went. My dad stayed home looking for me. My pawrents are smart. They SHUT all the doors in the rooms where I could have gone so that I would NOT escape again.

While my meowmy was at the doc doc's with Karisma, my dad found me in the guest room where I had sought safety and he had the audacity to KEEP me there. Well, pffffffffffffffffftttt to that, I say. He is supposed to help me.

My meowmy brought Karisma back home but she did not come upstairs to get me out. What is with that?

The next thing I knew, my meowmy was rushing in to get me. She quickly carried me downstairs and shoved me into the prison carrier and I noticed that Karisma was back in hers. Say what? Off we headed to the doc doc's. It seems that Karisma had a bad reaction to her antibiotic but I will allow her to write about that.

I had actually gained some weight this morning. I was 11.4, according to the scales. Now, as they told my meowmy, IF I had urine in me or had just eaten, that could be the reason for my gain. We are hoping that is not the cause and want to think I will be putting some of my weight back on. The doc doc really preferred to get an afternoon blood reading to see if I am "crashing" in the afternoon and could possibly need more insulin. So, my meowmy and my doc doc decided that I would just have to hang out at the doc doc's until 4 (EST). They said that way I could NOT play hide and seek again.

I showed them! I sat in my cubicle with my head in the corner so no one could see me. They told my meowmy that when they got me out of the cubicle that one side of my face where I had plastered my face was flat from me not moving. I was taking NO chances that any vampire would see me. Unfortunately, my ploy did NOT work as they found me and stole more of my blood.

I refused to eat for them, too. I was not taking ANY chance they would see me do anything!

My glucose was a little high but my doc doc did say that it is possible it is from all the stress of being there so we are NOT going to increase my insulin at this time. On the 22nd (as per the instructions from T4Paws), when I return for the battery of tests to check my kidneys, liver and such, my doc doc said we will do the fructosamine test again to gain more insight on me. And, if I am in need of changes, then we will do it them. So, for now, things will remain as is for me. I will go for my B12 shot on Friday. I think I will look for a great hiding place this time.

I am glad to be home after my unexpected day at the doc doc's. And, I was a hungry boy when I got home!

8:09 PM EST ~

Cocoa and his sweet furmily sent me a baseball. They said, "Dear Hooch~ Sending you a belated catgrats on July 4th and we're so sorry that we missed your special day. Please know that our thoughts, purrrs & purrayers are with you and hope that you're feeling better soon. Love~ Cocoa & Co. xoxo"

Navin R. Johnson-Davis sent me a rainbow rosette. He said, "Darling Hooch, we are praying and purring for you and your human brother. We love you. Navin R. Johnson-Davis and the Davis family"

Navin R. Johnson-Davis sent me a rainbow rosette. He said, "Congratulations Hooch! you are Navin and Buds, Bud of the week!

http://www.catster.com/forums/group/thread/625898

We are purring and praying for you my friend and I am sending you Cougar kisses. All my love, Navin R. Johnson-Davis"

Albie sent me a power of the paw. He said, "Thank you so much for thinking of me on my special day, especially when you and your typist have so many distressing things on your plate right now. You are such a thoughtful and kind cat and I value your friendship. Please get well soon! ALBIE"

Ashley and her furmily sent me a healing candle. They said, "We are purring for you. Ashley, Tony, & Angel Callie"

Vincent and his pawsome furmily sent me a yummy steak. They said, "sorry those vets keep torturing you. Please get well soon, and EAT. Here is a nice steak, maybe that will get your appetite up. xxxooo"

Sunday in our home so far!

I had a purrty good day yesterday and was interested in coming in with the furmily periodically during the day. I began to show some more weakness in late afternoon or early evening. Last night, my meowmy force fed me to be sure I had food on my tummy and then gave me my insulin shot. She mixed my potassium supplement in my forced feeding syringe but says we won't do that again. She will just mix it with water and squirt it down my mouth in the future. It was a mess and she was not certain that I got enough through the feeding ordeal.

My meowmy missed the 4:00 birthday pawty (the drive one way is over an hour) of her granddaughter to stay with me but my dad went so one of them was there to show love. She had a pool party and then last night, they shot off fireworks to celebrate the 4th. My dad got home about midnight. My meowmy said that with my needs, she could not leave me alone that long.

This morning I was most anxious to come out of the guest room but have had little interest in joining my furmily. I am mostly laying around today in the living room. I know that my appointment is scheduled for 9:20 in the morning for more blood letting to those vampires. Maybe some of my meds/supplements can be adjusted to help me feel better. I am still making the sighing or huffy sounds periodically. Meowmy will mention this to my doc doc to be sure we don't have something else going on that needs some attention.

Today, at lunch, my pawrents drove to see my sick human brofur. They met for lunch. Meowmy said he looks furry thin but his spirits are high. They were with him for about 2 1/2 hours and then Meowmy said he said he was getting tired so he went back home and my pawrents came home.

At first when my pawrents came in, my meowmy could not find me and she panicked. I did not come when called. Sheesh... I was sleeping upstairs. Right now, I am in the living room behind the chair just laying around. Not quite up to yesterday's level today. Maybe I am not feeling lively today.

My meowmy tried to help me send out my thank-yous to all my sweet furiends who have so lovingly sent me such nice messages and sweet gift rosettes yesterday. She allowed us to fall way behind. *shakes head at Meowmy*. So, we fell even further behind. So here are more sweet greetings that I received yesterday after my meowmy started my thank-yous.

Percy and his nice furmily sent me a cool baseball. They said, "Hooch! Concatulations on being a DDP on the 4th of July! And Happy 4th of July! Hope you enjoy the parades and fireworks in your honor! MOL Pleeeease get well soon! Hang in there and be strong! Purrs, Percy and my fursibs"

Sammie and his sweet furmily sent me a flag. They said, "Dear Hooch; Congratulations on being a DDP today on the 4th! We hope you are feeling stronger and stronger each day. Sending you big purrs and hugs. Love Always; Sam, KiKi & Em XO"

Beauty and her lovely furmily sent me a cool baseball. They said, "Hey Hooch! Concats on being a daily diary pick today! Wow....you're a DDP on Independance Day! Woohoo! Purrs, Snowflake and family"

Soc and his precious furmily sent me a fun beachball. They said, "Concats on your ddp today little man, and dont worry about being late wiff your thankyous we know you are having a bad time,we are glad you are feeling a little better today, enjoy your special day hooch, we love you so furry muchxxx"

Toffy and Vanessa sent me the power of the paw. They said, "Congrats on being a diary pick, Hooch! We're sorry you're not feeling well and are sending you lots of healing purrs. Happy 4th of July to you and your family! Purrs and hugs, Toffy & Vanessa"

Casey and his lovely furmily sent me a flag. They said, "HI Hooch A big congrats on being chosen DDP! We are so, so glad that you are home and you will be getting better(to many people praying for you). We hope that you & your family have a great & safe 4th of July and enjoy! Luv Casey,Grace & Leo"

Muppet and her sweet furmily sent me a flag. They said, "Concats on being chosen a DDP today Hooch! Hurray! Glad to read that you are feelin' a bit better. Purrin' non-stop for you & your family cutie! Happy 4th of July! Lil' Muppet & Family xoxo"

Riley and Skippy sent me a flag. They said, "Happy 4th of July Hooch. Hoping you will get well soon. Riley & Skippy Hugs"

Edward from Babes from Texas sent me the power of the paw. He said, "Thank you for my Power of the Paw, I think you need one too. Thank you and your family for always being here for us, during these sad times and during the good times too. Love Edward"

Leo and his sweet furmily sent me the power of the paw. They said, "Dear Hooch, We hope you are feeling better! Lots of purrs to you dear."

10:05 PM EST ~

Eddy sent me a furever yellow star. She said, "Hooch, When you look up in the sky at night and see this star remember I see it too. Love, Eddy"

The Drifter and his sweet furmily sent me the power of the paw. They said, "Sending lots more PURRRRRRRRRRRRSSS & good thoughts your way Hooch.
You & your mom & dad are always in our thoughts.
PURRRRRRRRRRRRRRRR
PURRRRRRRRRRRRRRRR
PURRRRRRRRRRRRRRRR
PURRRRRRRRRRRRRRRR
PURRRRRRRRRRRRRRRR
PURRRRRRRRRRRRRRRR
PURRRRRRRRRRRR"

Puss Puss sent me a healing heart. She said, "I woz so sorry to hear you is sickyness. Riz told me and I woz completely upset. Pwease get better, I will pway for you lots. I love you Hoochie. Love from Puss-Puss"

Angel Oingo and his wonderpur furmily sent me a rainbow rosette. They said, "Belated concats on your DDP honor yesterday! *blames typist because she's out of town* We hope your day was purrtastic! I'm sending you a beautiful rainbow to shed healing energy upon you... wishing much health and happiness! Love, US"

Could you please remember Tyler, Edward and me in your daily and nightly purrs?

Oh my goodness. I am a DDP on July 4th.

I was interested in getting out of my room this morning when my pawrents got up. That is a good sign. My meowmy brought my canned and dry food into the living room and I ate a little of the canned food for her but she was not comfortable that I had eaten enough to receive my morning insulin shot. So she mixed up my potassium in some water and squirted that down my throat and then she had the nerve to force feed me some more of the canned food which she had diluted with water. Pffffftttt, what does she expect? I did eat for her... maybe not much, but I ate. Plus, I had eaten my dry food for her during the night and HOW does she know that I did not eat just before being allowed out of the room? PFFFFFFFFFFFFTTTT! Then, of course, she proceeded to give the shot of insulin to me. At that point, I demanded to be allowed to go into the living room. She would NOT allow that because she wanted to be sure that I did not throw up. At that point, she went into the catputer room to check email and pmails and such.

I had gotten some sweet messages and guess what I learned? Lancelot told me I was a DDP. I had NO clue. Wow, what an honor on the 4th of July. And I share this with a sweet furine Samoa. My concats to Samoa and all the other diary honorees today.

I want to thank Catster HQ and the Diary Gal for selecting me on this special American holiday!

Happy Birthday to America!

*note from Jo Ann

Hooch is a little stronger this morning. He had me very nervous and uncomfortable about how he was doing last night. He seems somewhat restless and is snorting a little today. Hope that the asthma (or what the vet called asthma) is not being affected by all he has been through in the past months. He has not had those problems in a LONG time. I will certainly mention it to the vet when we take him in on Monday. He is definitely a long way from well but I am happier to see the Hooch we have this morning than the one who went to bed last night.

Yesterday after my meowmy has signed off the catputer, I received some nice messages and rosettes.

Tyler and his lovely furmily sent me the power of the paw. They said, "Aw Hooch, you're pawfully sweet to think of me when you're not feeling so good yourself! Let's make a pact: we'll come out of this together, as handsome as ever! Love and purrs for you, your brother and pawrents too. Tyler & family xx" Please send Tyler prayers. He is in need right now, too. Tyler just must be okay. We both must be okay!

Briana sent me a delicious cherry drink. She said, "Hooch, Thank you so much for purring for me even though you're the one who is really sick. I'm happy to be home from the v-e-t: I know you know the feeling. My mouth still hurts, so how about we share a cool refreshing drink? Purrs, Briana" Please pray that Briana's mouth feels better furry soon. I am so glad she did so well.

Harley and his sweet furmily sent me the power of the paw. They said, "Hi Hooch...fellow orange ball of lovin', You hang in there and get better, We are purring that you feel better real soon. Our families love us so much so you gotta get well!! (((PURRS))) Chloe, Harley, Roscoe Angel (and human family)" *eyes open wide* *whispers* Have you seen how BIG Harley is?

Angel Missy sent me a furever Star of an Angel!. She said, "Hooch,I am sending you this star to let you know I am here sprinkling Angel Healing Dust over you.You have to stay strong Sweetie! You have to fight with all you've got! ~Angel Missy"

Angel Zack and his pawsome furmily sent me a patriotic flag. They said, "This flag is a symbol of the combined strength of this Nation, Hooch. We send our combined strength to you, so that you can once again become strong & healthy. Praying that this 4th of July brings all good things to you & your family. Love ~TWB"

Mathis and his sweet furmily sent me the power of the paw. They said, "Meow Hooch, Please hang in there. We are purring for you! Purrs, Mathis, Belle, Antoine, Entrechat, Figaro, Kragen, Dusty & Clara"

Zaynie and his furmily sent me a Happy Fourth of July! They said, "Thank you for celebrating my 1st birthday!!! We all wish you a happy holiday and know we are purring for each of you effurry day! hugs n tugs Zaynie (and family)"

Luka and Zaynie sent me the power of the paw. They said, "we are praying Hooch has a safe recovery. hugs n prayers luka zaynie and mama"

Freckles sent me the power of the paw. He said, "Hang on in there Hooch! Hope you start feeling better soon, Purrs Freckles"

11:55 AM EST ~

Today, I have gotten some lovely DDP and purr rosettes from such precious and dear furiends.

Boogers sent me the power of the paw. He said, "Purring for you until you're all better!! Concats on your DDP! Here's hoping the DDP pick is a sample of what's yet to come--good vibes!!! Purrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrr"

Jasmine and her sweet furmily sent me a healing heart. They said, "Concats on DDP today!!! We are purring furry hard fur you to feel better. We love you!!! Jazzy, Isabelle Love and Pumkin Pooh xoxoxox"

Paisan ^PAWS^ sent me a furever emerald. He said, "Because Hooch, my dear friend deserves an Emerald for being a DDP, so soon after coming home. I know you are struggling Hooch, and the prayers have not stopped. We love you Hooch!!!! Paisan and family"

Angel Wally and his pawsome furmily sent me a patriotic flag. They said, "Dear Hooch ConCATs on being a DDP! We are purring that this new day finds you feeling much better!
memento
Love and purrs Wally and family"

Angel Sir Sonny Bono and his beautifur sisfurs sent me a healing heart. They said, "Hooch, Catgrats on being a DDP,here is our heart to you, we love you and want you to get better, we are still purrin really hard for you and your furmily, with hugs, kisses and a high five, Angel Sonny, Presley and Paris ~"

Angel Jasmine Bibette sent me the power of the paw. She said, "Dearest Hooch, Here's a Power of the Paw from me, one of your guardian angels (Bentley's sister). We're all purring & praying again for you to get well. Jasmine Bibette (Beeta) & Family P.S. Concats on Diary Pick today!"

Edwina and her precious furmily sent me a Happy Fourth of July! They said, "Congrat's Hooch for being a DDP again today ! You Rock ! We all hope you're getting better. Do you hear the hum of thousand's of purr's ? We do. Love & Purr's & Wag's, Eddy & Family"

Oliver and Dewey sent me a yummy cupcake. They said, "Heppy DDP an' 4th uv Joooly. Pleeze twy to eet dis cuppie cake Hooch an' it will build up yer strengt'!! AWL da firewerks shootin' in da nite sky tahnite beez fer yu!!!!"

Inspector Morse and his sweet furmily sent me a tree. They said, "ConCats on being a Daily Diary Pick from all of us here! So sorry to hear that you were so ill! Hope that you heal. Thought you might like a tree for your house to keep you company. Rrowr & Purrs Inspector Morse and my cat family &the dogs too" I think I will hide in the tree on Monday before my meowmy can take me to the vampires at my doc doc's.

Samoa and her sweet furmily sent me a patriotic flag. They said, "Congrats on being a diary pick on the 4th of July! We hope today finds you stronger and more alert. Keep on getting better!"

2:33 PM EST ~

Angel Belle sent me a tree. She said, "I love you sweet BFF! Keep up the good work! I am sending you lots of strength. Purrrrrrr!!!!!" Belle, I will have lots of trees in which to hide on Monday morning from my meowmy who is taking me to see the Vampires at my doc doc's.

Luka and Zaynie sent me a delicious Hot Dog. *drools* They said, "We congratulate you for today's 7/4 DDP **YaY!!!!!** Stay strong we're purring for you!!! Luka & zaynie"

Anna and her sweet furmily sent me a delicious grape drink. They said, "Concats Hooch on being DDP! Hope your today is better than yesterday and every day you get better and better. We luv you and are purraying for you Hooch. purrs and hugs Anna Tony Grey Stormy Sammy and Cleo"

Karma and her sweet brofurs sent me a flag. They said, "Hi Hooch, Concats on your DDP honor. What a great 4th of July prezzie. Glad you are a little more yourself...we'll keep the Prayers goin up for you! Love, Karma, Punkin, Charlie and Bobbi"

Jaffa and his sweet furmily sent me a flag. They said, "Yay Hooch,celebration x3; DDP, July 4th and best of all, your Mum sounds a little happier with your progress. We hope, pray and purr that you continue to improve, same for your human bruv. Happy July 4 to all there. Big love Jaffa and familyXXXX"

Say, I have a question for all of you! My meowmy says that I am giving her grey hairs and wrinkles with worry. DO any of you furs think that is FAIR? I told her I can't help being sick and that is the way it is. But, I still say that is NOT fair to blame me for nature happening.

Hooch seems a little weaker this afternoon.

From Hooch's meowmy ~

I hope I am overreacting but Hooch again seems to be growing weaker. He tried to jump on the counter and decided against it a little while ago. I had to help him up on the counter and he then showed interest in drinking from the faucet. He is not eating a lot today. I will force feed him shortly so that I can administer his insulin. I gave him the potassium mixed with water in a syringe about an hour ago. I am not particularly happy as this is a holiday weekend and that is never a good time to have issues. I do have his vet's cell phone number and won't hesitate to use it if I deem it necessary. Please pray that this is just a burp in his progress.

Jo Ann

Thank you for all the prayers and purrs.

Last night, after my meowmy signed off for the night, I got some new rosettes and purrs. I know I repeat myself but I sincerely thank each of you for the love and purrs you have and are giving to me. I am having a so-so day today. I seem "wiped-out" and a little disinteresed in joining my furmily. I am content to just lay around in the living room by myself. If my meowmy brings me in with the rest of my furmily, I become restless and want back in the front of the house. When my meowmy went to the doc doc's to pick up Princess' food, she mentioned it to them. They said just let me do what I wanted to do unless I show signs of getting weaker or throwing up.

This afternoon, my furmily received some beautifur flowers from the family of Jarvis, Cleo and Tux this afternoon. Their sweet note read, "Jo Ann, Just A Little Something To Brighten Your Day. You And All Your Loved Ones Are In My Prayers. Much Love, Kristi Morgan And Family". I just want to say that this is what the loving humans from Catster do for each other. Catster is a blessing for so many. We are glad that we found Catster and all the loving humans and kitties that are a part of it.

Last night, Jarvis and his precious furmily sent me a furever yellow star. They said, "We are so happy to hear that you are home and improving! We will continue to pray and purr for you and your meowmy. You are both very special to us! Hugs & purrs, Jarvis & furmily"

Angel Bentley and furmily sent me a healing candle. They said, 'Dearest Hooch, We all are purring & praying for you to get well, our friend. Purrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrs! Angel Bentley & Family"

Lolly and his furmily sent me the power of the paw. Bless his heart, he told me, "Hooch I want you to know that i is getting one million purrrrrrs furr you at the same time! One million purrrrrs has to make you get better. We is purring for yous furless brother & family too. Love, Lolly"

Paisan ^PAW^ and his furmily sent me a furever diamond. They said, "To Hooch, a brave and special kitty. We are purring that you slowly, but steadily feel better. One day at a time, ok? We are not going to stop purring for you. We are praying for your human brother too! We love you!"

Today, I received some furry nice pmails and messages and the following rosettes.

Just Miracle and furmily sent me the power of the paw. They said, "We are purring for you, Hooch. Please get well!!!!"

Smudge and his furmily sent me a healing candle. They said, "You and your family are in our thoughts and purrs . . . Love from Smudge, Sissel, and family"

Jaffa and his furmily sent me a healing candle. They said, "Hooch, we're so glad you're home, however tenuous that may be at the moment, we're keeping up the purrs for you and your family, especially your brofur and Mummy. Hang in there lad, we love you. Jaffs, Lu, Rusty and MumXXXX"

Andre and his furmily sent me the power of the paw. They said, "We're so glad you are home now Hooch but we're still purring really hard! "

My sweet furiend Fela Kiti sent me a trophy. He said, "because you are a Champion fighter, Hooch! Keep getting better!! oh & I dig the go-go boots, man, I have 1 too MOL" Please, please send many purrs to Fela. He needs them, too.

Gimme and furmily sent me the power of the paw. They said, "Still purring our hearts out for you. Love, Gimme, Ele', and Ambro"

Harry and his furmily sent me a healing heart. They said, 'We are so glad to hear that you are back home with your family, Hooch! Stay strong! Know that we are praying and purring for you, your brother Jim, your Mommy, and your whole family! We love you all! Lots of love, Harry, Albie, and Family"

Soc and his furmily sent me a refreshing grape drink. They said, "We are so happy you are home,love and prayers to you all,take care ,we love you furry muchxxx"

Alfie and furmily sent us a flag.
July 4th greetings

I want to say that I have tried not to miss a single fur in my thank yous but if you sent something to me and don't see it listed over the past few days and IF I haven't thanked you by tomorrow, PLEASE let my meowmy know. We have been so blessed by each of you and so many have been so loving and generous and we would never leave you out on purpose. THANK YOU from the bottom of my heart.

I am HOME! Pray I stay home this time.

My sweet and dear furiends. I want to let all of you know that I got to come home this afternoon. It is in a "guarded" manner that I am home. My doc doc thought I would be happier at home. I came off the IV and my potassium wanted to drop again so I have been placed on 1/4 teaspoon of Renakare potassium powder twice a day. It is to be mixed in my soft Purina DM (diatetic management). If I don't or won't eat that with the powder in it, then my meowmy must mix the powder and give it to me, after it is mixed with water, through a syringe (without the needle). I am also on the same food in dry form. Yesterday, I received a LA 200 injection (for any possible infections). I have had tests going on that you would not believe.. the vampires have tried to drain my blood and replace it with those uncomfortable IV's. I will have to have 1 unit twice a day of Vetsulin (my insulin). If all goes well, this will be my daily routine for a while. If we find that I need more insulin, we will up it slowly. My doc doc wants to go slowly to start with and work up if we need to do so. If I seem to do well, I will be allowed to stay home, where I am the most comfortable. If not, I will be readmitted into the hospital. My meowmy has to call my doc doc in the morning to give her a full report. My doc doc said that with this being a holiday weekend that it would be best if I could be home with my pawrents. But, if I must go back, there will be someone checking on me.

My meowmy could not believe the difference in me this afternoon from yesterday. She is praying this will be my turning point. Meowmy told me about all my pmails, phone calls, rosettes and about a lovely "Purring for Hooch" picture that Norman made for me and that so many of my special and dear furiends are using. And my meowmy told me about the candle service and prayers for me. She says that there are not enough words to thank all of you. We KNOW for a fact that those have helped me. Know that we love and appreciate effury single one of you. Thank you is just not enough. I would ask for continued purrs for my improvement and that I will feel more like the old Hooch rather than the very sick boy I have been for a long time now. My meowmy says I am furry lean and she can feel my bones now but she is grateful that I am home and will take furry good care of me and try to "fatten" me up a little. Meowmy says we are "guardedly" elated over my improvement. I have had a truly rough time and we know that all the prayers and candles and love shown to and for me have truly blessed me.

It is GREAT to be home again.

My meowmy has had a rough time with me being furry sick and then learning that her oldest son has not only lung cancer but another spot showed up on his vertabrae area. They have upgraded the original thought of a 2b or 3a cancer to a 3 or 4. They found out yesterday and she has not been able to do much since. It has knocked the props out from under her. My human brofur Jim is the sweet and kindest person any of you could ever hope to know. He has had a hard life, losing his precious 2 year old daughter from a heart defect to other things that have affected his life. But his gentle, loving and kind spirit have prevailed. This is a shock and a deep hurt for my meowmy. She said both of her big boys have been in serious trouble and that causes her so much pain. So, please say a prayer for my brofur Jim, too.

My meowmy said that she has not been able to get to all the sweet rosettes that I received. In addition, Karisma turned 1 and Prince was a DDP yesterday. Meowmy says that we are behind but we will catch up with reading each one that each of you have sent to me and my siblings and we will be thanking each of you. Please know how much it and you mean to us and bare with us in our delay in thanking each of you. My meowmy says that her heart is still in shock and hurting and it will take a few days for her to get back to normal but she says she is mighty happy to have her "best" furiend back home with her. Please know that all this has affected my meowmy in a way that she is not used to and she has had a hard time with all of this. She has spent much time in prayer and crying a lot over all of us. But, my meowmy is strong and she will bounce back. I will be there to help her. She needs me.

On the 30th, I received so many lovely and caring greetings. They came from some furry special and love furiends to us.

Navin R. Johnson-Davis sent me a rainbow rosette. He said, "Oh Hooch, you are in our purrs and prayers. Please know that we are thinking about you. All my love, Navin R. Johnson-Davis"

Kibbles and his pawsome furmily sent me the power of the paw. They said, "Hooch, We are purring and praying for a speedy recovery. Get Well Hooch we love you. Your friends, Kibbles, Francis, Yoda, Zeeke, Romeo, Cleo, Tater, KK, Harley, Davy, Moo-Moo, Tommie, PJ, Fozzy Bear, Onyx, Toes, Mishka, Zelda, DC and family"

Angel Albert and his sweet furmily sent my furmily and me a flag. They said, "Happy and safe 4th of July to you and your family! Love from Albert and family"

Penelope and her sweet doggie furmily and mom sent me the power of the paw. They said, "Hi sweetie,we are so sorry that you are illWe just wanted you to know that you are in our thoughts & prayersAutumn sprinkled extra strong Angel Dust on you while you were sleepingHang in there,you can beat this. Love, Autumn, Penny, Dog, Roscoe & Mom"

Angel Mipo sent me the new furever Star of an Angel. He said, "I'm sending you an angel star, dear Hooch, to let you know that angel power is purring for you, and angel dust is flying. Don't worry about the paw shave, we have been calling Mio "Poodle Paws", too! kitty hugs Mipo"

Alfie and his precious furmily sent me the power of the paw. They said, "Dear Hooch We are purrring hard that you will soon be home from the hospital and feeling better. Love and purrs Alfie and bros and Angel Wally"

Jasmine and her sweet furmily sent me the power of the paw. They said, "We are all purring and meowmy is praying furry hard fur you Hooch. We are praying fur you to get better you sweet kitty. We all love you. Purrs from Jasmine Delilah, Isabelle Love, Pumkin Pooh and of course our meowmy xoxoxox"

Angel Mr. Sam and his pawsome furmily sent me the power of the paw. They said, "Hooch, we are purring so very hard for you. Many hugs to your family. We love you, mr sam and family"

Angel Garfield sent me a healing heart. He said, "Get well Hooch we all love you. hugs for your meowmy.xxxxx"

Angel Rufus sent me the power of the paw. He said, "Stay strong, my friend. Angel purrs, Rufus"

Ivan and his furmily sent me a healing candle. They said, "From our family to yours. We hope Hooch feels better and you are in our prayers. Ivan and family"

Chef Rooster sent me a big power of the paw. He said, "My purrs are with you Hooch...Please get better Chef Rooster"

Bastet and her furmily sent me a power of the paw. They said, "Hooch-our purrayers are with you and our paws are crossed. We are with you in spirit and will give you our strength."

Sky and her furmily sent me a healing heart. They said, "We are sure purring very hard for your little man to get better. We love you - purrs and prayers. xoxoxo"

Hondo and his pawsome furmily sent me the power of the paw. They said, "Hooch buddy! We're purrring for you!! You must be strong for your family and fur your friends! Keeping you in my purrs! We love you!!!!!!!!"

Reena and furmily sent me the power of the paw. They said, "Our whole family is purring for you Hooch!!"

Angel Sir Sonny Bono sent me a healing candle. He said, "Hooch, I am purrin really hard for you, buddy you gotta get better, we love you and your family so much, Momcat is prayin really hard for you too, this makes her so sad, Your Furever Furiend, Angel Sir Sonny Bono `"

Edwina and her pawsome furmily sent me a furever yellow star. They said, "Sweet Hooch we all are praying for you. Look up in the sky and you'll see this star. Love & Purr's & Wag's, Eddy & Family( mom to )"

Angel Belle sent me a big power of the paw. She said, "Dearest Hooch! I will never stop purring for you! Never, ever, EVER!"

Senna sent me a delicious cherry drink. She said, "Hooch, Remember I said that we have both been sick, and that we are gonna get better together??? Well, I found out today that I don't have cancer in my mouth. Now it is YOUR turn to send us some good news that you are doing better too. Senna" I am so glad you got good news, Senna.

Lalo and his furmily sent me a healing candle. They said, "Hooch, our family is purring for you to feel better and get well soon. Sending comforting thoughts and gentle hugs to you and your meowmy."

Freckles and her furmily sent me the power of the paw. They said, "Hooch, we hope the vets figure out what's wrong and can help you get better. My 5 sisters and I are all purrring for you, Purrs Freckles"

Angel Isaac sent me the power of the paw. He said, "Sprinkles sparklie pink angel dust all around Hooch, bows his head and says a purrayer for his complete and speedy recovery*"

Patsy sent me a sunflower. She said, "Hi Facebook friend!! I'm Patsy Remington! My family and I hope you get better VERY soon!"

Mercy and her pawsome furmily sent me a healing heart. They said, "Sending all our love and positive thoughts for you to heal and feel better, Hooch! Love, Mercy and family"

Angel Scooter and her sweet furmily sent me the power of the paw. They said, "We're purrrrring with all our hearts for you to get better, Hooch. purrrrrrrs, Scooter, SooLing and Lola"

Oreo and her furmily sent me a big power of the paw. They said, "Hooch We think about you, we purr for you. We have all of our paws crossed and Meowms praying. We want you to be health and happy. Our purr motors are in over drive. Huge hugs and kisses The Girls"

Yesterday, July 1, was the first birthday of my little sisfur Karisma. I want to wish her a belated Happy Birthday. It is, also, the first birthday of her litter mate Cannoli and I want to wish him a belated Happy Birthday.

I received many nice rosettes and well wishes yesterday, too. I am so honored that so many furs and their pawrents are purring for me and have been purring. Thank you just does not say enough.

Angel Waverly sent me a sweet rose. He said, "Sending lots of love your way, Hooch!"

Angel Chumley sent me the power of the paw. He said, "Get better berry soon, Mr. Hoochy man! I was a medical mystery cat too, and it's not that fun. It's more fun to get lovings at home. "

Poo and his sweet furmily sent me a healing candle. They said, "Our furmily has our candles lit continuously, burning brightly and shining day and night, purring and praying for you and for a swift recovery. Gentle purrs and loving hugs, Poo and the Crew"

Smokey and Punky sent me a healing candle. They said, "Hang in there, Sweetie, and get better!! We are purring for you!! "

Madison sent me the power of the paw. She said, "Sweetest Hooch ~ I want you to know that you are not alone. I am with you in spirit my dear furriend, holding your paw, offering you my strength. We will get better together sweet one. We all love you so much Hooch! xoxo Madi-Hawk"

Cannoli and his pawsome furmily sent me a healing heart. They said, "Dear Hooch~ We're purrring super hard fur you and purraying that you're feeling better soon. Please know that my family is always here fur your meowmy if she needs a furiend. Love you buddy and we're thinking of you! Love~ Cannoli & Co xoxo"

K.C. and her furmily sent me the power of the paw. They said, "Purrs and prayers for you Hooch!!"

Albie and his sweet furmily sent me a healing candle. They said,"Dearest Hooch, we lit a candle (real and virtual) for you last night and will continue to light our candle each and every day until we get the very good news that you're doing better. Mom is praying for you (and your human brother) every day."

Alfie and his pawsome furmily sent me a healing candle. They said, "Hey Hooch, All of catster~just about~ is purring for you and lighting candles! We all believe in the power of the paw! Please feel better ~ We love you Hooch Always Alfie, Teddy B, PJ and Angel Wally"

Calvin and his sweet furmily sent me the power of the paw. They said, "Sending purrs from all of us to you and hope that you feel better soon! Purrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrs"

Nikko and Scooter sent me the power of the paw. They said, "sending you the power of the paw and purrs for a complete recovery"

Mathis and his pawsome furmily sent me the power of the paw. They said, "Meow Hooch, We are sorry you aren't feeling well. We are purring for you to get well and strong again. We love you Hooch! Purrs, Mathis, Belle, Antoine, Entrechat, Figaro, Kragen, Dusty & Clara"

Indiana and Kitty Pryde sent me the power of the paw. They said, "Hooch! You have our Paws and Purrrs. Feel better soon please!!! Yr furmaly needs you =) Headbonks and Tummy rubs! Indy, Kitty and Mom"

Paisan and his furmily sent me a healing candle. They said, "We are purring and praying like mad!!!! Please get well Hooch. It was sad to see you so sick. Praying hard for you, buddy!!!! Purrs, Paisan and family"

Galin and his furmily sent me a steak. They said, "Sweet Hooch we are purring you get all better. Here's a steak to help you keep up your energy. *they all give him gentle hugs*"

Flowie and her family sent me the power of the paw. They said, "We are purring efur so hard fur you, Hooch! You are a wonderpurr Catster furriend and we love you! Flowie, Whisper, Riley, Peekers and Apollo"

Angel Tutti and her furmily sent me the power of the paw. They said, "Are thoughts and purrayers are with you, Hooch!!"

Jarvis and his pawsome furmily sent me a healing heart. They said, "We know you feel bad, but hang in there buddy we know you are going to get better! Puuuuuurrrr, Puuuurrrr, Puuuurrrrr - healing purrs from Jarvis, Tux, and Cleo"

Chai Latte and her sweet furmily sent me a healing heart. They said, "Sending you and your family love, purrs and prayers Hooch. Hugs, Chai, Little Bit, Sugar Bear & Mom"

Shadow and his furmily sent me the power of the paw. They said, "Hooch, we are sending prayers your way. We understand you are in the hospital. Mom must be going crazy. We are saying lots of prayers and kisses hoping you get better real soon"

Riley and Skippy sent me a healing candle. They said, "Prayers and thoughts are with you Hooch, and your family. Love and kisses. Riley & Skippy Hugs"

Sugar Bear sent me the power of the paw. She said,"Your furiends at Tabbies with 'Tudes are all purring for you to be well and come home soon Hooch. Kitty Kisses, Sugar Bear"

Mouse and his pawsome furmily sent me a big power of the paw. They said, "Hooch, We are all purraying for you really hard. We love you and are asking for your complete healing. Hold tight buddy! Love, Mouse, Fuzz, Sushi and Sophie"

Sam and her furmily sent me the power of the paw. They said, "Hooch mate, you have to get get better. We are all purring for you. Shut your eye's and listen to the hum, it's us, all of us from Catster purring you will get better"

Xena and her furmily sent me a big power of the paw. They said, "Sending our prayers to you Hooch, we hope you will be feeling better soon. Bless you and keep you our little friend. Hugs and kisses Love Xena, Tallulah, Zeke, Mia and Milo"

Ashlye and her furmily sent me the power of the paw. They said, "Puuuring like crazy for you to get well soon! Please be strong and get well!! We love you. Love The Troop"

Bob and his furmily sent me the power of the paw. They said, "Angels and all of us are watching over you and purring hard for you Hooch. Please get well The Cathouse Gang"

Angel Jesse James and his furmily sent me the new beautifur furever Angel Star. They said, "Meows Hooch, Morgan is sending me to watch over you in the hospital. He's there to help with Diabetes if that's another problem. I am here to make sure they take good care of you! Sending furmily purrs and love from us all. Love Jesse James"

Fela Kiti sent me the power of the paw. He said, "keep getting better, Hooch!!!" PLEASE, PLEASE remember Fe in your purrs and prayers as he is a kitty in need of so many. He is a pawsome furiend and I purr daily for him.

Isabella and her furmily sent me the power of the paw. They said, "Hooch, We are purring and thinking about you lots. We hope you feel better soon so you can come home soon. PUUUURRRRRR! PUUUURRRRRR! Love, Bella, Tally and angels, Tiger & Sami"

Harry and his furmily sent me a big power of the paw. They said, "We are all purring for you to get better soon! Harry & Family"

Arnold sent me a furever emerald. He said, "I love you, buddy! Try and get better, OK? Love always, Arnold"

Paisan, his furmily and furiends sent me a healing candle. They said, "Purring for you!!! Also purring for you without internet is Miracle, Checkers, Midnite and Chosen. We here are all purring mega purrs for you!!!! Paisan, family and friends!!!!"

Baby-G and Little-One sent me a healing candle. They said, "Purring hard for you to get well and come home soon! Feel better sweetie! Love and purrs, Baby-G and Be-Little xoxo"

Gimli sent me a power of the paw. He put a beautifur picture in it.
bless you

Mayhem and his furmily sent me the power of the paw. They said, "We are purring and praying real hard for Hooch! Please get better soon! God Bless. Mayhem, Murder RIP and our mommy Mary"

Hannah and her precious furmily sent me the power of the paw. They said, "Hooch, honey, try hard to feel better. I know you really want to go home. We all love you so much. picture Loving purrs, Hannah & TWB"

Tweetie sent me the power of the paw. He said, "We're purring for you Hooch. Please get better soon. Keeping you in our thoughts. Hugs, Tweetie"

Angel Zack sent me a big power of the paw. He said, "Hooch, dear friend...I will not leave your side. Rest well, regain your strength, and hurry home to the waiting arms of your parents. It's all about the power of love...and you are so very loved, Hooch, by us all. Strong purrs, >^,,^< Zack"

My precious angel furiend Zack and his sweet furmily sent me a furever emerald. They said, "Hooch, this rose has healing magic. We send it to you with all our love.
get well
Purring hard for your recovery and return home. XO~TWB"

9:29 PM EST ~

Today, I have received some more purrs and sweet rosettes. My meowmy says we had to wait until tonight to add these. She says we are truly blessed and overwhelmed with the outpouring of such love and so many prayers.

Ginnger and his furmily sent me a power of the paw. They said, "we are purring for you non-stop. Sparky & Sweetie are among the angels watching over you & sprinkling angel dust. purrs & hugs to you & your family."

Rizza sent me a beautifur and warm sun. He said, "Sending some sunshine to warm you, love to comfort you and prayers to sustain you. Fight my Hoochie Coochie boy, FIGHT. Love and purrs are sent to you across the ocean from my heart to yours, Love Riz xxxxxxxxx"

Pooh Bear and his furmily sent me the power of the paw! They said, "Hooch dude our whole crew is purring for you and your furamily. So many things to deal with. We send purrrs of comfort my furriend. hugs and purrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrs, Pooh and the Carolina Crew"

Mittens ^PAWS^ sent me a big smooch. She said, "Sweet Hooch, Thank you for the birthday hat and celebrating my birthday with me and making it so special! How are you feeling? Glad you stopped giving your meowmy her daily present! Kaci & I love you and are purring for you every day!"

Beauty and her furmily sent me a healing candle. They said, "Hi Hooch! We are sorry you aren't feeling well. Please get better soon! Purring for you, Beauty, Mitzie, and Snowflake"

Horus and his furmily sent me the power of the paw. They said, "Big purrs and prayers for you, Hooch! We are gonna keep purring and praying for you until you are well!!"

Loki and his furmily sent me a rose. They said, "We want you to know that we are purring for you Hooch. We hope you will be on the road to recovery very soon Healing purrs, the kitties from Maine"

Kylie and her furmily sent me a big power of the paw. They said, 'Hey Hooch, We wanted let you know that our whole family is purraying for you to get better and come home soon. Just think, you can use this to get even more spoiled and all the treats you want! Hugs, Kylie and her VERY concerned family"

Colleen sent me a big power of the paw. She said, "This is for you and your human brother. Meowmy and I will continue to keep both of you in our purrs/prayers. I also wanted to wish your family a Happy 4th of July!"

Hooch is still not doing very well.

4:15 PM EST ~

My husband and I just got in from visiting Hooch and are both more concerned than ever. He layed there and did not move much. His breathing is still deep and he is hooked up to the IV and that is bothering him. He kept shaking his little paw like it was really uncomfortable. He is looking very thin and extremely weak. I think I had expected him to be more alert and bright eyed. You can tell that he feels really "punk". I noticed his exaggerated swallowing and mentioned it to the vet and staff. One of the girls said she had noticed that, too. The vet is waiting until she gets the fructosamine (I thought she said glucose earlier in the day) results tomorrow to determine if we could be dealing with diabetes in addition to his growing lists of ailments. I am NOT asking for anything other than major purrs and prayers for my little man. You have all blessed him with so many loving messages and rosettes and with your love, prayers and concern. Thank you. We are so grateful to each of you. Now, may I ask for some really serious and major prayers for my little man? I think I left the hospital more afraid and discouraged than ever. He is supposed to be feeling much better, not growing worse and weaker. I need my brave, sweet little man back home and feeling well again. He must get better.

Thank you,
Jo Ann, Hooch's very concerned meowmy

I am still in the hospital prison.

I am typing this from the front desk at my hospital. I hope I don't unhook my IV. *whispers* Shhhh, don't let them hear me as it is now office hours at the hospital. My doc doc called my meowmy this morning at 9:22 AM EST to let her know the latest on me. My potassium level has come up to "almost" normal AND my glucose level has come down but is still high. My doc doc is sending out my valuable blood that the vampires took to be carefully screened to see if I have a true problem with diabetes and will be possibly requiring insulin in the future or a diet geared to diabetes... and WILL that complicate my issues with IBD? So many questions right now. My doc doc told my meowmy that she can visit me whenever she wants to today (I can't come home - *makes pouty face*) but suggested the afternoon since the morning is surgery time and my prison cubicle is near the surgery area. My doc doc told my meowmy that I ate a good breakfast. She chose to NOT give me my Atenolol until after they get my blood pressure reading. She has noted that my heart is still beating too fast but that could resolve with time after the thyroid treatment. The thyroid doc doc told my pawrents that almost all kitties with hyperthyroidism have some form of HCM... some of which will self resovle after treatment and some which will get better and then those that need treatment for their heart. We are praying I am in the first category that resolves, but we won't worry about that now. My doc doc told my meowmy I am a walking "multiple problems" type of cat. Well, I hear them returning to the front. Gotta run but I want to thank all my special and loving furiends for the pmails, rosettes, prayers and love they have sent.

Yesterday, I received some loving rosettes.

Sausage and Meatball sent me a power of the paw We're purring fur you Hooch!! Loves, hugs & purrs, Sausage & Meatball"

Madison ^PAWS^ sent me a beautifur furever diamond. She said, "Sweetest Hooch ~ Since we both beez under the weather, I thought that we could hold paws and snuggle? This diamond and the amazing light that shines from it is healing in nature and will be wif you furevfur. Thinking of you... xoxoxo Madi" Please send Madi your love and prayers.

Jarvis and furmily sent me a healing power of the paw. They said, "Hooch, we are sending purrs & prayers your way! We hope you are feeling better very soon. Purrs, Jarvis, Tux & Cleo"

Kyande Kisu and furmily sent me a healing candle. They said, "We light this candle for you Hooch our fumily sends purrs and well wishes in hoping you feel better soon."

Dusty Miller and furmily sent me a healing candle. They said, "OMC! your mommy put you away! oh noooooo! try the awwwww meow and see if that meow helps feel better my friend. i will eat a piece of cake for you buddy."

Neo sent me a power of the paw. He said, "Hi Hooch, I made it back home. but I seriously do not trust the vets man. Now they have put wires on my chest the some kinda ECG and says I have to go get ultra sound of my heart. Well I have a heart. My p,p hurts not my heart. meowsers"

Henry sent me a power of the paw. He said, "Hang in there Hooch!!!!!!!!!!!! Your so lurrvvved!! "

The Drifter and furmily sent me a power of the paw. They said, "We are sending lots of PURRRRRRRRRRSSSS your way Hooch.
PURRRRRRRRRRRRRRRR
PURRRRRRRRRRRRRRRR
PURRRRRRRRRRRRRRRR
PURRRRRRRRRRRRRRRR
PURRRRRRRRRRRRRRRR
PURRRRRRRRRRRRRRRR
PURRRRRRRRRRRRRRRR
& for your pawrents.
PURRRRRRRRRRRRRRRR
PURRRRRRRRRRRRRR"

Piewackit ^PAWS^ and furmily power of the paw. They said, "We're all very worried for you, Hooch! But, we know that you're in good paws with your mom making sure you get the best treatment. You hang tough, my friend. We're here with you. We love you very much. Hugs, Pie~PAWS and family"

Moozer and the Arkangel Crew sent me a big healing power of the paw. They said, "Hooch... Buddy, my new brofur-in-law... you can beat this thing. Keep fighting. We are staying strong for you. Purrrrrrrrrs of love, Moozer + the Archangel Crew"

Mercy and furmily sent me a power of the paw. They said, "Sending up purrs & prayers for you!
praying

Casey and furmily sent me a power of the paw. They said, "Dear Sweet Hooch: You have been through so much dear friend, we are praying with all of our hearts that you feel & get better really soon. We also said a extra prayer for Jim as well. Always in our thoughts & heart Much Love Casey,Grace & Leo"

Aldo and his furmily sent me a lucky black cat. They said, "We're purring and purring and purring for you, Hooch! Here is a little black cat for you. There's nothing luckier than a little black cat! Love, Aldo and his crew"

Isis and furmily sent me a big power of the paw. They said, "Hooch,We are purring and purraying for you to get past this latest setback *hugs* for your Mom
Get Well Soon!
~Isis & Family"

Edgar and his furmily sent me a power of the paw. They said, "We are purrring hard that you will soon be home from the hospital and feeling better. purrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrs, Edgar, Emily Felicity, Gabby & Lucy"

Muppet sent me a big power of the paw. She said, "We are holding you close in our thoughts and special prayers sweet Hooch! Please get better soon! Gentle hugs for you and your Mom, Lil' Muppet & Family xoxo"

Anubis Rex (aka "The Bunny") sent me a delicious steak. He said, "Here's something to help you put some weight back on, my friend! My mommy and I are purring and praying for you, I know your mommy loves you very much and you just have to get better! Purrs!!" Have you met the smoochylicious Bunny? He is a panther kitty. Watch out. *grins*

Angel Smokey and furmily sent me a furever yellow star. They said, "Dearest Hooch, We are so sorry to hear that you are still not feeling well. We hope that your stay at the vet goes quickly and that you will soon feel better. We will be purring hard and Meowmy is sending prayers for your full recovery. POP!"

Bella and furmily sent me a power of the paw. They said, "Hooch, We are all sending purrrrs out for you and your Mom. Purrring you will get well soon and be able to come home from the hospital. Sending all of our love,"

Cocoa and family sent me a power of the paw. They said, "Dear Hooch~ We are so sorry to hear that you're not feeling well and know that our thoughts and purrrs are with you during your recovery. Love~ Cocoa & Family"

Paisan ^PAWS^ sent me a power of the paw. He said, "Purring for you like crazy, my dear friend!"

My Guardian Angel Reno sent me a power of the paw. I am right here with you buddy, ready to fight off the mean stuff and help you get well. I brought my furmom Emma with me. We will do our best to help you get through this. Purring for you!!!!"

Today, I received ~

Anna and furmily sent me a healing heart. They said, "We are so sorry you are feeling so bad Hooch, we are purraying for you! Hope you get your appetite back soon and you feel like the old Hooch. luv and purrs Anna and furryones"

Jerry sent my furmily and me a fun beachball. He said, "Thank you Hooch so much for the beautiful flag and the sibn. What a start to the day . Thank you for being here and I hope you are doing alright. Love & Purr's, Jerry" Jerry is COTD today! Yay!

Riley and Skippy sent me a healing candle. They said, "We are purrrrrrrrrrrring for you Hooch. Get Well soon my furfriend."

Jarvis and furmily big power of the paw. They said, "Hospitals are no fun, but the docs will help you feel better soon! We are sending lots of purrs and prayers your way Hooch. Keep your chin up! Purrs and love, Jarvis, Tux & Cleo"

9:46 AM EST ~

Soc sent me a power of the paw. He said, "Hooch buddy, please please please hurry and get better, we all loves you furry much, we don't want you poorly, we are praying for you and your family.Lots of hugs and kisses xxxxxxx"

Beloved Angel Amelia sent me a furever yellow star. She said, "Sweet Hooch, sending many purrs and healing prayers to surround you to help get you well... stay strong, dear friend, and purr-lease get well and back home with your loving family..."

Hooch is in the hospital as of this afternoon.

Hooch's meowmy here ~

We had to admit Hooch back in the hospital this afternoon. He has not done as well as I expected since bringing him home from T4Paws. I have seen him grow weaker and lose weight. Today he was down to 11 pounds, which is 2/10 less than on Friday. He has had trouble jumping up on the counter and this is very odd for Hooch. He just lays around and has literally NO energy. He is eating and drinking but not like before the treatment.

The vet wanted to do a blood panel on him and take his blood pressure and temperature. He had a slight fever but nothing serious. His blood pressure seemed to be okay. However, his potassium is VERY low and his glucose is over 400.. almost 500. The vet said she is not yet saying he also has diabetes because the low potassium can drive the glucose level up. They currently have him on an IV drip and are trying to bring his potassium up slowly so as not to stop his heart. He will probably be in the hospital for at least two nights.

I watched them put his IV in and the poor little guy had back rolling veins in the first arm so they had to put it in the other arm. So, Hooch now has two shaved front arms. They are going to watch him to see if he will bother the IV. If he does, then they will put one of those lovely collars on him.

The vet said that it is no wonder that he feels so bad with his levels like they are now. Please say a little prayer for my handsome boy to feel better soon.

I seem to be growing weaker.

Well, Meowmy is relenting a little. I am now allowed in and out of the main furmily unit during the day, as I choose, to be in with my furmily or out in the front of the house. I have not had any pawresents for Meowmy and I am eating so-so. My excessive drinking seems to have tapered off somewhat... however, my meowmy has noticed that I am much weaker. I try to jump up on the kitchen counter and miss and fall. So, my pawrents have been having to help me up on the counter where I love to drink from the faucet and watch the birds outside the window over the sink. My meowmy says my breathing is still too fast. She, also, says I am not grooming well and that my eyes look weak and I look like I am not feeling up to "snuff". We don't really know if this is normal or not for this stage of my recovery. My meowmy plans to take me back in for a weight check to see if I am continuing to lose weight. My regular doc doc will be out of the office Thursday, Friday and Saturday so IF I need to be seen, she prefers Dr. Booker as she KNOWS my history. If all is well, then I will go for my scheduled B12 on Friday with Dr. Elliott.

Meowmy has not been on Catster much this weekend. She and my dad went to see my human brofur for dinner on Friday. He is looking thin and he commented that his appetite has not been up to normal. He goes for his PET scan tomorrow and then to the doc doc to find out what they plan to do to treat his cancer on Wednesday.

On Saturday, my pawrents went to the Memorial Service for their friend who died tragically in a traffic accident on Wednesday (24th). Meowmy told me it was beautiful. They had to bring extra seating in as so many were attending the service.

Yesterday, my pawrents just stayed around the house and watched all of us kitties just be kitties. Meowmy said that she hopes to get back to normal as soon as things settle down in our home. She really is hoping that will be furry soon.

On Friday, the 26th, after my posting, Suezy and her furmily sent my furmily and me a cool barbeque grill. They said, “HOOCH AND FAMILY THANKS FOR THE CONGRATS PURRS AND KISSES TO U AND YOUR FAMILY ENJOY THE BARBECUE LOVE SUEZY, SARAH SASHA AND ANGEL"

And Neo sent me a power of the paw. He said, “Well I say we pack our bag and skip out, I am done with the Docs. I go back on Monday. I have special food also, I dont like it. I also howl. Telling my pawernt of my concerns. Meowmy wrked today. She left me all day. Howling all day." Say, Neo, come on over and we can escape in my pod. I am so ready for all of this doc doc stuff to end. It is messing with my kitty life.

On Saturday, the 27th, Jaffa sent me a delicious watermelon. He said, "Hey Hooch, Would you like to play the ice cream game? Might help pass the time in solitary, but no prob if you don't feel like it. See my diary for how, then tag some friends to join in. Continued purrs from all the family to all of yours- Jaffs"

Yesterday, I received some nice rosettes.

Madison ^PAWS^ send a beautifur thank you heart. She said, "With much love, Madi
special thank you

Mitz sent my furmily and me a sweet heart. She said, “Sweetest Hooch and furamily! Thank you fur the most gorgeous emerald that evfur was! It shall remain with me furevfur, much as I hope our furriendship will!!!!! Luvz Mitz"

Paisan ^PAWS^ and furmily sent me a beautifur furever rainbow star. They said, “Hooch!!! You are always in our thoughts!!!! You are just the coolest!!! We are here for you. Big hugs to you, dear friend! Paisan and family."

Angel Mipo sent me a bea