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<title>Mikey's Musings</title>
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<description>Catster diary for the cat MIKEY</description>
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<copyright>Copyright 2013 by MIKEY &amp; Catster</copyright>
<pubDate>Tue, 21 May 2013 01:10:53 PDT</pubDate>
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		<title>THANK YOU CATSTER! THANK YOU FURRENDS!</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/512836/diary/Mikeys_musings/756987</link>

				<pubdate>Wed, 28 Dec 2011 08:08:01 PST</pubdate>
		<author>MIKEY ~ writing at catster.com</author>
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		<description>MEE-OW-ZER! We have been so thrilled and humbled by all of the special honors that our Christmastime ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ MEE-OW-ZER! We have been so thrilled and humbled by all of the special honors that our Christmastime diary entry has received. Our family came together to express our gratitude to our furrends and to Catster for being such a pawsome part of our lives, and to express our appreciation for all of the love and adoration we receive from our pawrents as well. 

We cannot thank you enough dear Catster for featuring our diary entry on four different days! Tattiana received a Daily Diary Pick feature on 12/24. Charm received a DIARY of the DAY on 12/25. Bubby received a Daily Diary Pick on 12/26. And now, Tatti has received a DIARY of the DAY on 12/28! 

We are all doing the Happy Cat Dance here and feline so special.

We also want to thank the many furrends who helped us celebrate with paw mails, rosettes, stars, and gifties. The family of Manytoes and Tundra even made special tribute pictures for Charm and Tatti to display on their Catster pages. 

We are overwhelmed by all of the special attention and love that our family has been given this Christmas season and throughout the year!

Happy Happy New Year to ALL!
Love,
Tatti, Charm, Bubby
and the rest of the furry herd]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Our Christmas Purrs</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/512836/diary/Mikeys_musings/755875</link>

				<pubdate>Fri, 23 Dec 2011 07:25:34 PST</pubdate>
		<author>MIKEY ~ writing at catster.com</author>
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		<description>We have come together as a family to express our felines in this diary entry. Momma is always tellin ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ We have come together as a family to express our felines in this diary entry. Momma is always telling us that we are gifts from Heaven to her and Paw Paw because we bring so much joy, laughter, and love into their hearts. She tells us we are the best Christmas purresents in the world and she gets to unwrap and enjoy the gifts of "us" every single day of the year. Christmas time is special to all of us because it is the day that we celebrate the birth of the baby Jesus, who was God's great gift to mankind (and catkind too) but we also know that we can enjoy that blessed Christmas spirit every single day because we are here together as a family. That is a very special gift, indeed.

We want to send a special and loving thank you to all of our  Catster furrends for coming into our lives and warming our hearts with your photos, comments, and rosette prezzies throughout the year. 

We are honored and thrilled to have received a whole big box of goodies from our dear Auntie Barbi and her darling family. Aria and Bitta were given lovely holiday dresses from their beloved boy-furrends, Jaspurr and Snowmitts. Bubby received a pawsome striped polo shirt from his beloved Kashmere, who is now watching over him from Heaven. The whole family is enjoying a bag of Friskies Party Mix Milled Grill Crunch treats, a tin of White Meat Chicken Fancy Feast Appetizers, candy canes, darling Christmas sox, a gorgeous Swarovski Elements Angel ornament, wonderful sparkly toy balls, and an adorable Christmas card! 

We are so blessed to be loved and adored by our parents and to belong to a wonderful and caring cat community like Catster.

Wishing all of our dear furrends a joyous Christmas and the most pawsome New Year imaginable!

All our love and purrs,
Aria, Bitta, Mikey, Charm, Tattiana, Simon, Bubby, & Katie]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>CAT of the DAY!</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/512836/diary/Mikeys_musings/724528</link>

				<pubdate>Mon, 6 Jun 2011 18:31:32 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>MIKEY ~ writing at catster.com</author>
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		<description>I'm such a happy boy! Thank you, wonderful people at Catster, for honoring me as Cat of the Day! Woo ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ I'm such a happy boy! Thank you, wonderful people at Catster, for honoring me as Cat of the Day! Woo Hoo! I feel so special and it is so much fun to get all of this extra attention. 

Momma is having problems with her computer and almost didn't get to sign online today but when she finally did, she was so excited to see that I had been chosen COTD! She let me see all of the great gifties, rosies, and paw mails from all of my special Catster furrends who wanted to send ConCATulations and help me celebrate this very special honor. Special appreciation goes out to Joy and family, Reanan, Blue II and family, Tate, Keisha, Luke and family, Platelicker and family, Hazel Lucy, Toby and family, Samoa, Da Tabbies O Trout Towne, Pumpkin and family, Midnight and family, and my furrmily for the wonderful share the love, rosettes, and stars that are decorating my page. Thank you effurbuddy! I love you all.

All meow purrs,
Mikey]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Laser Light King!</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/512836/diary/Mikeys_musings/719794</link>

				<pubdate>Sun, 24 Apr 2011 05:47:21 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>MIKEY ~ writing at catster.com</author>
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		<description>Momma got us a new toy that runs on batteries and sends red beams of light across the room in wild a ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Momma got us a new toy that runs on batteries and sends red beams of light across the room in wild and crazy directions. I have made it my mission to be the King of this crazy Laser Light contraption. Furrst, I get myself in the "attack" position. You know, where you hunker down on and swish your hinny back and forth so you can get all the momentum you need to propel yourself forth before that wicked little light turns and darts under the chair!
Trouble is... every time I pounce on that light it slips through my paws and takes off across the room again. I chase, I pounce, I pronounce myself "King"! And then... and then... it is gone. Just like that, it has slipped out of my grasp. It is really quite furrustrating and purrplexing but I'm NOT giving up. No, I'm not giving up until I capture that red light and it lives no more. Then I will truly be King of the Laser Light!

Loving purrs,
Mikey]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>You are the best Purrr-ensent of all!</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/512836/diary/Mikeys_musings/704611</link>

				<pubdate>Fri, 24 Dec 2010 08:32:38 PST</pubdate>
		<author>MIKEY ~ writing at catster.com</author>
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		<description>This diary entry is from our Meowmy, written straight from her heart as a special tribute to me and  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ This diary entry is from our Meowmy, written straight from her heart as a special tribute to me and my kitty brofurs and sisfurs.  

MIKEY, you are MY-KEY to true happiness. Your loving spirit and gentle ways enrich my days and fill my heart with joy.

ARIA,, you ARE (eeee-aaahhh) the reason there is always a song in my heart. Your beauty and sweetness are treasured more than any gift that money can buy.

BITTA, you far surpass a little BITTA love in my life. You are my floppy, funny, face-licking little lady-buddy and you bring smiles to my face every time I look at you!

BUBBY, my little soft, sweet, and cuddly BUBBY Boy! You are a constant source of joy and love. I can get lost in your gorgeous sky blue eyes and in your loving purrensense I feel blessed beyond measure!

SIMON, You bring abount a SIGH (mon) of contentment to my heart when you lay your sweet head against me and our hearts purr as one. Your handsome face and glorious coat and tail are a constant reminder of how fortunate I am to have you in my heart and family

TATTIANA, You are my baby, my TATTI tah tah, who I can still hold in my arms and feel our mutual affection for one another flowing through our bodies. You are truly beautiful inside and out - a pure spirit, a gift of love.

CHARM, You are my CHARM-ing treasure of love and affection. You are my dear little darling, treasured and loved more than you will ever know!

KATIE, Your purrensence in my life has always made everything Oh-KATIE with the world. We have shared our lives with you for many years and our love for you overflows our heart's capacity!

My dear, darling babies... Meowmy and Paw Paw love you more than we can ever express. You fill our lives and our hearts with joy and love. You are the best PURRENCES in the world and we will love you furrever and ever.

Meowy Christmas, my darlings!
Meowmy and Paw Paw]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Birthdays and The Bridge</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/512836/diary/Mikeys_musings/694392</link>

				<pubdate>Thu, 7 Oct 2010 08:37:47 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>MIKEY ~ writing at catster.com</author>
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		<description>Yesterday we celebrated our beautiful sister, *TATTIANA'S* very furrst birthday! We had such a wonde ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Yesterday we celebrated our beautiful sister, *<a  class=bodyTextRev target=site href="http://www.catster.com/pet_page.php?i=1125924&j=t">TATTIANA'S</b></a>* very furrst birthday! We had such a wonderful day filled with extra playtime, lots of loving, special treats, and new toys! Momma, PawPaw, and Auntie had a lovely chocolate cake made in honor of Tatti's celebration and they enjoyed that with coffee while we all gathered around and hung out for some togetherness time.

Unfortunately yesterday ended on a very sad note when Momma when to her computer and found out that our dear, dear furrend, *<a  class=bodyTextRev target=site href="http://www.catster.com/pet_page.php?i=650787&j=t">ARYEH</b></a>* went to the Rainbow Bridge yesterday. Aryeh's Meowmy has been helping him fight liver disease for a long time but it appears that our beautiful furrend may have succumbed to a blood clot(stroke). We are so sad to have lost this beautiful, brave, and wonderful furrend at such a young age. Fly free, Aryeh. We will love you furrever!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>We have a new little sister!</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/512836/diary/Mikeys_musings/663447</link>

				<pubdate>Mon, 29 Mar 2010 13:34:14 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>MIKEY ~ writing at catster.com</author>
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		<description>We have some very exciting mews, every buddy!

Momma and PawPaw have adopted a new little sister i ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ We have some very exciting mews, every buddy!

Momma and PawPaw have adopted a new little sister into our family! Pawleeze join us in welcoming *<a  class=bodyTextRev target=site href="http://www.catster.com/pet_page.php?i=1125924&j=t">TATTIANA</b></a>* into our lives, our hearts, our family, and to Catster!

"Tatti", pronounced "Tah-Tee" is an adorable little girl and we all love her already. She stole all of hearts and we aren't even going to ask her to give them back. I heard PawPaw telling Momma that Tattiana is definitely the last kitty we can bring into our family. Momma said, that was fine because she wants to make sure she can give each one of us all of the love and attention we deserve.

We are the purr-fect family and we are very blessed.

All meow purrs,
Mikey]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>We have a celebrity in our midst!</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/512836/diary/Mikeys_musings/659687</link>

				<pubdate>Tue, 9 Mar 2010 11:35:49 PST</pubdate>
		<author>MIKEY ~ writing at catster.com</author>
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		<description>Hi furrends,

I just gotta tell you some exciting mews! Our furrend and fellow Catster, *NICK* is  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hi furrends,

I just gotta tell you some exciting mews! Our furrend and fellow Catster, *<a  class=bodyTextRev target=site href="http://www.catster.com/pet_page.php?i=907982&j=t">NICK</b></a>* is a celebrity!

Nick's pictures are featured in the April, 2010 issue of Cat Fancy magazine in the article about about RagaMuffins.  As if that isn't purr-steegious enough, Nick is also the CENTERFOLD!

Wow! we are so excited to know that one of our buddies is famous and has been honored in such a wonderful way.

Please be sure to stop by *<a  class=bodyTextRev target=site href="http://www.catster.com/pet_page.php?i=907982&j=t">Nick</b></a>* 's Catster page to conCATulate him!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>They Say It's My Birthday!</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/512836/diary/Mikeys_musings/651827</link>

				<pubdate>Fri, 29 Jan 2010 19:29:58 PST</pubdate>
		<author>MIKEY ~ writing at catster.com</author>
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		<description>Happy Birthday to meeeee!
Mee wow! I am a whole four years old today. Momma told me that means that ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Happy Birthday to meeeee!
Mee wow! I am a whole four years old today. Momma told me that means that I am now a fully mature RagaMuffin.  I must say that I do feel purrty grown up and I am feeling purrty darned handsome too.  MOL!

I would also like to thank  my sweet family and Catster furrends for all of the greetings, special wishes, rosies and gifties. Big hugs, purrs, and head bonks to the following for honoring me in such a pawsome way: Elijah, Sterling, Cypher, & Neo (Layer Cake), Momma, PawPaw, and my furry family (Layer Cake), Cannoli and Family (Chocolate Cupcake), Katie (Pawty Hat).

And last but certainly not least, Thank you Catster HQ for the extra treats and stars and allowing me to participate in the Birthday Stroll with all of the other pawsome kitties who are celebrating their birthday today.

All Meow Purrs,
Mikey]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>I Have a New Name!</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/512836/diary/Mikeys_musings/650151</link>

				<pubdate>Thu, 21 Jan 2010 10:47:38 PST</pubdate>
		<author>MIKEY ~ writing at catster.com</author>
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		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/512836/diary/Mikeys_musings/650151</guid>
		<description>Momma and Auntie are calling me &quot;Bulldozer Mikey&quot; now.  Last night I decided it would be nice to sle ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Momma and Auntie are calling me "Bulldozer Mikey" now.  Last night I decided it would be nice to sleep on Auntie's super soft bed. It was pawsome. I slept like a baby and apparently so did Auntie because when the sun came up, I was feeling a little hungry and tried to wake Auntie up so she could feed me. Well! Try as I might, I couldn't get Auntie to wake up! I tried all of my usual tactics. I stood on her and stared at her. Then I revved up my purr motor to full throttle. When that didn't work, I rubbed my face against her's and even let my teeth sort of graze her cheek a little bit. Meow! Even THAT didn't work.  By now I was getting quite purr-plexed and my tummy was getting really growly so I really had to put on my thinking cap and come up with a no-fail plan. 
Ah-ha!  This is when I really used my head ...literally! I dug under Auntie's pillow and used my head like a bulldozer to push, push, push, with all of might against the pillow so I could shove Auntie out of her bed! Whoo Hoo! Finally! Auntie woke up and took notice of my needs and before I knew it, I was chowing down on some yummy chicken breakfast. 
Sometimes you have be a little "pushy" to get what you want, ya know??

All my purrs,
Bulldozer Mikey]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Visitors!</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/512836/diary/Mikeys_musings/647339</link>

				<pubdate>Thu, 7 Jan 2010 11:02:37 PST</pubdate>
		<author>MIKEY ~ writing at catster.com</author>
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		<description>I love it when visitors come to our house. I just wear myself out pouring on the charm and usually h ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ I love it when visitors come to our house. I just wear myself out pouring on the charm and usually have to spend the entire next day resting up, but it sure is fun.  A nice man and lady came to see us the other day so I made sure that I showed them all around and introduced them to effurrbody. They petted me a lot and told me how big and handsome I am and how soft my fur is. When I plunked myself down next to them and laid my head in their laps, they decided that they wanted to take me back home to a place called Ohio with them. I was thinking that would be a purrty neat adventure but I heard my Meowmy telling the man and lady that lots of people always want to take me home but she would never, ever, ever, let me go because she and PawPaw love me too much.

Ahh- shucks! I sure do feel special hearing people say such nice things about me. Truth be told, I would never want to really leave my Momma and PawPaw and my wonderful family.... even though I walked our visitors to the door when they left and stayed by the window, watching for them to come back for a little while. I knew I am right where I belong. I do hope some more visitors drop by soon though... it is a real hoot being adored by as many people as pawsible!

Sending a big thank you to Catster HQ for choosing my sister, Bitta, as the Diary of Day yesterday! She sure got a lot of attention and I tried very hard not to be jealous... Meow!
Loving purrs,
Mikey]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Happy New Year!</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/512836/diary/Mikeys_musings/646075</link>

				<pubdate>Fri, 1 Jan 2010 07:54:59 PST</pubdate>
		<author>MIKEY ~ writing at catster.com</author>
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		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/512836/diary/Mikeys_musings/646075</guid>
		<description>Happy New Year to all of my pawsome Catster furrends and the remarkable Meowmies and PawPaws who hav ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Happy New Year to all of my pawsome Catster furrends and the remarkable Meowmies and PawPaws who have given them loving homes and competent care.

Happy New Year, Catster HQ! Thank you for giving us such a wonderful forum to interact and reach out to fellow members of this very special cat-loving community!

May 2010 be our best year yet!

All my purrs,
Mikey]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>It's beginning to look a lot like Christmas!</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/512836/diary/Mikeys_musings/640860</link>

				<pubdate>Tue, 8 Dec 2009 08:29:48 PST</pubdate>
		<author>MIKEY ~ writing at catster.com</author>
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		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/512836/diary/Mikeys_musings/640860</guid>
		<description>Christmas melodies are wafting through our home. There are bright shining lights and big purrty bows ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Christmas melodies are wafting through our home. There are bright shining lights and big purrty bows on packages, all wrapped with care. There are many tingling ornaments all about. Soft warm candles are glowing on the fireplace mantle while winter winds are blowing the remainder of Fall's leaves past our windows. 

We are enjoying watching Momma and PawPaw stringing decorations and addressing Christmas cards.  Momma gets out the teaser toys and plays with us so we aren't tempted to swat at all of the sparkly things that Momma said we should not play with. So far, we have been very good little boys and girls. Momma says we are always good and she loves us more with each passing day. We love her and PawPaw right back and we always will.

Loving purrs,
Mikey]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Rain, Rain, Go Away!</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/512836/diary/Mikeys_musings/622555</link>

				<pubdate>Mon, 21 Sep 2009 07:50:00 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>MIKEY ~ writing at catster.com</author>
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		<description>Holy paws and whiskers! It has been raining and raining and raining! Enough already!

We saw on th ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Holy paws and whiskers! It has been raining and raining and raining! Enough already!

We saw on the news that some poor people and kitties are having to move out of their homes because there is no place for all of the water to go but inside of their homes. I am very glad that my family and I live up on top of a big hill so we don't have to worry about water coming in, but I'm so sorry for all of those who are having to deal with this. 

It is sort of strange because just two years ago we were in the middle of a big draught and were pawraying for rain! 

Maybe the sun will come out tomorrow... Tomorrow! Tomorrow! May the sun shine tomorrow!

Loving purrs,
Mikey]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Our Special Furrend</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/512836/diary/Mikeys_musings/618286</link>

				<pubdate>Tue, 1 Sep 2009 11:17:41 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>MIKEY ~ writing at catster.com</author>
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		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/512836/diary/Mikeys_musings/618286</guid>
		<description>Whoo Hoo! Our special furrend, *ARYEH*, is being honored as Catster Cat of the Week!

We are very  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Whoo Hoo! Our special furrend, *<a  class=bodyTextRev target=site href="http://www.catster.com/pet_page.php?i=650787&j=t">ARYEH</b></a>*, is being honored as Catster Cat of the Week!

We are very pawroud of our dear furrend and we cannot think of anyone more deserving of such a pawsome honor!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>I'm home!</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/512836/diary/Mikeys_musings/617267</link>

				<pubdate>Thu, 27 Aug 2009 18:32:34 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>MIKEY ~ writing at catster.com</author>
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		<description>Well, I am really happy to be back home. While I slept through my dental cleaning and mouth x-rays,  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Well, I am really happy to be back home. While I slept through my dental cleaning and mouth x-rays, the Vet found out that I have a sore on the underside tip of my tongue. No wonder it was hard for me to eat! The Vet says it is probably the Calici virus as it is known to manifest itself in the form of mouth sores. I have no idea how I would have gotten something like this but I get to take pain meds for seven days so I am sure I will be feeling a whole lot better once this virus runs its course with me.

Momma says I can't babysit the kittens anymore 'cause they haven't been vaccinated for Calici yet. I'll miss them but I know I have to stay away from them for their own good.  We are not 100% sure I actually have the Calici virus but we can't take any chances.  

I appreciate all the purrs and pawrayers.  Thank you Catster furrends, you are the BEST!

Loving purrs,
Mikey]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Not feeling so good</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/512836/diary/Mikeys_musings/617140</link>

				<pubdate>Thu, 27 Aug 2009 08:03:47 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>MIKEY ~ writing at catster.com</author>
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		<description>Yesterday when  Paw Paw fixed my breakfast for me, I couldn't eat it.  Something in my mouth was hur ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Yesterday when  Paw Paw fixed my breakfast for me, I couldn't eat it.  Something in my mouth was hurting me and even though my tummy was telling me that I was hungry, I just couldn't eat my food.  When Momma came into the kitchen, Paw Paw told her about me and Momma looked at my mouth. She noticed I has some drool in the corner of my mouth and then tried to get me to eat.  As much as I wanted to eat, I couldn't get my mouth to work right. 

Momma called the Vet and made an appointment for me to go in the afternoon. Paw Paw and Momma both took me to the Vet and held my paw, 'cause I was scared. I know, I know, I am a big baby when it comes to stuff like that. Anyway, the Vet looked in my mouth too but I didn't let her look for very long. She said I had some gingivitis that might be causing me some discomfort and then said they would have to do a "dental" to take care of it.  I heard the Vet Tech lady telling Momma that I would need blood work, a fecal (ohhhh, didn't like that at all!!), and a rabies shot. Momma got some pain medicine for me so I could eat.  Momma had to put a little food in my mouth later in the day to get me started. Then I ate two big helpings of  my food. My tummy felt a lot better and I took a big long nap. I ate again around 10:00 PM because Momma said I couldn't eat anything after midnight. 
 I had to go back to the Vet early this morning so I can have my surgery. Momma told them not to use Metacam on me because she worries about the long-term side effects. She asked them to use something else for my pain like Buprenex.  I am also having x-rays done on my mouth to see what else might be going on to make my mouth hurt and Momma told them to check my tongue too while I am sedated. Our furrend, Aryeh had an ulcer on his tongue that his Vet didn't find for a long time because they didn't even think to look. Aryeh's Meowmy told my Momma to have my tongue checked too, just in case.
Momma and Paw Paw hated to leave me at the Vet because they are worried about me and they love me sooooo much.  I sure hope I'll be home real soon and feeling ALL BETTER!!

Loving purrs,
Mikey]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>I'm DDP Today!</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/512836/diary/Mikeys_musings/611776</link>

				<pubdate>Thu, 6 Aug 2009 08:03:53 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>MIKEY ~ writing at catster.com</author>
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		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/512836/diary/Mikeys_musings/611776</guid>
		<description>Holy Catster! I was selected as a Daily Diary Pic today and my picture is featured on Diary Central! ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Holy Catster! I was selected as a Daily Diary Pic today and my picture is featured on Diary Central! How pawsome is that? 
I am sharing DDP honors with my sweet pal, *<a  class=bodyTextRev target=site href="http://www.catster.com/pet_page.php?i=650787&j=t">Aryeh</b></a>* today too so that makes it all the more special. ConCATs to you too, Aryeh!
Thanks so much to my buddies Hazel Lucy,  Shadow, and Gibbs, Cash and family for the paw mails and to adorable Karisma for sending me a blue ribbon rosie, Katie for the furrever star, Aryeh for the ice cream cone, darling Muppet for the watermelon, to Orkney and the girls for the watermelon, and Angel, Ike and Glory for the cool Trophy . Warmest thanks also to Bubby, Aria, Bitta, Simon, Momma and Paw Paw for the Furrever Crown and calling me their very own "Prince of Purrs". Ah... shucks. I feel sooo loved!
I am feeling all better and hope I will never feel like peeing outside the litter box again but I'm really grateful that my Momma knew it was a sign that something was wrong and took proper care of me instead of getting angry at me. I hope all of my Catster furrends will have a purrfect day.

Loving purrs,
Mikey]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Ooops.</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/512836/diary/Mikeys_musings/610202</link>

				<pubdate>Fri, 31 Jul 2009 10:15:15 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>MIKEY ~ writing at catster.com</author>
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		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/512836/diary/Mikeys_musings/610202</guid>
		<description>I have not been feeling just right for about a week I guess. It is sort of weird because I still fee ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ I have not been feeling just right for about a week I guess. It is sort of weird because I still feel like running through the house with my thunder paws and I still feel like playing and flopping and eating and stuff but when I have to pee I have felt some discomfort so I kind of took the easy way out a couple of times and peed on something a little softer.... like, you know... the carpet? 
Well! When Meomy saw me do it the furrst time, she didn't yell at me or anything. She just said, "Mikey! Why did you do that?" Then she started scrambling around grabbing the paper towels and sopping and sopping and then pouring some sort liquid stuff from a bottle and scrubbing the place on the carpet really good until she was sure she had gotten every drop all cleaned up. Geeze! I guess that kind of upset Mommy. I tried not to do it again but a few days later... well, it kind of happened again. This time after Momma went through the same frantic cleaning up routine, she picked up the telephone and made an appointment for me to see the Vet. 

Oooops.  Now I am really really sorry I peed on the carpet. I don't think I want to go with Momma to the V-E-T!!  

Well, I didn't have much say in the matter and off we went later in the day. It was not fun, I will tell you that. I felt scared and I probably left half of my fur on Momma's shirt to let her know how scared I was. 

Turns out, I have something called "Intersticial Cystitis". That means the lining of my bladder is a little inflamed and that is why I felt like peeing on the carpet instead of in the litter box. I had to get a shot and now twice a day Momma has to hold me down while Auntie shoots some stuff into my mouth. I also am getting something called Cosiquin added to my wet meal at night that is supposed to help repair the lining of my bladder. 

Gosh. I hope I never feel like peeing on the carpet again. This is not my idea of a good time!

All meow purrs,
Mikey]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Auntie Connie's Visit</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/512836/diary/Mikeys_musings/607879</link>

				<pubdate>Wed, 22 Jul 2009 17:01:16 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>MIKEY ~ writing at catster.com</author>
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		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/512836/diary/Mikeys_musings/607879</guid>
		<description>Today was a very special day because my girl, Prissy's  Momma came to our house for a visit.  She ev ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Today was a very special day because my girl, Prissy's  Momma came to our house for a visit.  She even brought me a cute little mousie and lots of love and kissies from Prissy! I just loved meeting her. She is so sweet and furrendly and she has really long hair that is a lot of fun to play with! 
She told me that Prissy is doing great. She has lost 5 pounds and has a lot more energy than she did when she was... well, a little "fluffier"?
Momma and Auntie Sharon took Auntie Connie to lunch and to visit a really nice cat shelter in Marietta called "Good Mews".  Momma and Auntie used to do volunteer work at this shelter but had to give it up when they got so busy taking care of everything at Luv N Muffin. Auntie Connie was very impressed with how well Good Mews was run and how organized it was and how wonderfully all the kitties are treated who live there. Auntie Connie has worked in several animal shelters and she has a way with animals that makes them trust her immediately even when they are scared. Well, all except my brother Simon and my sissies Aria and Bitta. They are always scared when we have visitors they won't even come out and play.  I figure it is their loss though because Bubby and I sure did get a lot of loving from Auntie Connie.  Giggles, I think maybe she wanted to take us home with her when she left. 
Auntie Connie said that her boys, Teddy, Harley, and Tao are all doing great and really enjoying their big screened in patio where they like to hang out most of the day.  It sure was fun meeting my best girl's Momma. I hope she will come back and visit again real soon!
Love you, Prissy! Can't wait until you can find your way back to Catsterland!
All meow love,
Mikey]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Busy week for Momma</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/512836/diary/Mikeys_musings/607095</link>

				<pubdate>Mon, 20 Jul 2009 09:06:46 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>MIKEY ~ writing at catster.com</author>
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		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/512836/diary/Mikeys_musings/607095</guid>
		<description>I have to Momma's purrsonal assistant to keep her straight this week. She has so much going on!
Tod ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ I have to Momma's purrsonal assistant to keep her straight this week. She has so much going on!
Today she has a Chiropractor appointment, tomorrow she flies to Boston to take Ziggy to his furrever family, Wednesday Auntie Connie comes to visit (yippeee!), Thursday Momma goes to the Doctor with PawPaw, Friday Momma gets her hair done and Saturday she flies to Chicago with Savannah where she will stay until next Tuesday! Phew! I am going to have to keep an eye on Momma so she doesn't get confused about her schedule.
Momma says that she and Auntie Sharon will take Auntie Connie out to lunch on Wednesday after she has visited with ME (of course!) and the rest of the kitty family.  I will be sure to tell you all about Auntie Connie's visit and maybe I'll have an update on my girl, Prissy and her brothers to share too!

All meow purrs,
Mikey]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Prissy's Meowmy is coming to visit!</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/512836/diary/Mikeys_musings/605533</link>

				<pubdate>Tue, 14 Jul 2009 19:27:04 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>MIKEY ~ writing at catster.com</author>
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		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/512836/diary/Mikeys_musings/605533</guid>
		<description>Meow! Auntie Connie is going to come and visit me next Wednesday! I'm so excited. I'm going to give  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Meow! Auntie Connie is going to come and visit me next Wednesday! I'm so excited. I'm going to give her lots and lots of head bonks, kissies, and cuddles to take home to my girl, Prissy.

Prissy and her family live only about an hour and a half from our house but the one and only time that Auntie Connie and Meowmy met in purrson was all the way down in Florida when Meowmy was down there for a cat show.   

This is going to be so cool and I can't wait to meet Auntie Connie. I bet she is going to love me because I'm going to turn on the charm... full blast!

Loving purrs,
Mikey
xoxox]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>The kids just love me!</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/512836/diary/Mikeys_musings/603662</link>

				<pubdate>Wed, 8 Jul 2009 09:04:41 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>MIKEY ~ writing at catster.com</author>
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		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/512836/diary/Mikeys_musings/603662</guid>
		<description>Every time we have a new litter of kittens at Luv N Muffin, they just flock to me. I must be a kitte ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Every time we have a new litter of kittens at Luv N Muffin, they just flock to me. I must be a kitten magnet because they all love to play with me!

Momma and Auntie say that I am the purrfect babysitter because I'm such a gentle giant with the little codgers and play with them so patiently and nicely. Aw shucks, they even say I'm the poster boy for ALL RAGAMUFFINS! When people visit our house, they always want to take me home because I'm so furrendly and floppy - the purrfect boy toy!

Momma says she could never, ever part with me so I don't think there is any chance of anyone kittynapping me. It is nice to know that everyone loves me though because I love everyone right back!

Loving purrs,
Mikey]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Thank you, Catster HQ!</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/512836/diary/Mikeys_musings/601078</link>

				<pubdate>Mon, 29 Jun 2009 07:53:27 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>MIKEY ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/512836/diary/Mikeys_musings/601078</guid>
		<description>We want to thank Catster HQ for decorating our pages with the purrty fireworks! We also want to wish ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ We want to thank Catster HQ for decorating our pages with the purrty fireworks! We also want to wish everyfur kitty in Catsterland a very SAFE and happy 4th of  July.

If you are an outdoor kitty we hope you will ask very pawlitely to be let inside the house during your neighborhood firework celebrations. Sometimes humans furrget that we kitties are afraid of loud noises and we will run away as fast as we pawsibly can! We have heard sad stories of some kitties getting lost furrever as a result of this.

Our family are all indoor kitties and we still like to run under the bed and hide when we hear those loud and frightening noises. Meowmy says living in our country is so wonderful because of the signing of the Declaration of Independence so we definitely have reason to celebrate the 4th of July,  but we just want all of our kitty pals to be safe too.

Loving purrs,
Mikey]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Summer, Squirrels, Awards and Pawrayers</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/512836/diary/Mikeys_musings/600313</link>

				<pubdate>Fri, 26 Jun 2009 07:55:29 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>MIKEY ~ writing at catster.com</author>
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		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/512836/diary/Mikeys_musings/600313</guid>
		<description>It is hot outside so we have to deal with watching the birdies and squirrels through closed windows  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ It is hot outside so we have to deal with watching the birdies and squirrels through closed windows in order to keep the cool inside the house. Momma and Auntie bought a new "squirrel proof" bird feeder for the deck but the those squirrels are sooo smart! They figured out that they could balance their weight on the side of the house or the banister so that only a little bit of their weight would touch the feeder so the feeding opening would not close on them!
We all went crazy inside the house, cheering the squirrels on! 

We all missed Momma so much when she was gone for a week. We can't seem to get enough of her affection and she can't get enough of ours! Sometimes she will just stop whatever she is doing to sit and hold each of us and talk to us. We understand how busy Momma is so we really cherish our special times with her. 

Auntie is going to a cat show in Tampa, FL this weekend. Our little pals *<a  class=bodyTextRev target=site href="http://www.catster.com/pet_page.php?i=907951&j=t">COLE</b></a>* and *<a  class=bodyTextRev target=site href="http://www.catster.com/pet_page.php?i=907982&j=t">NICK</b></a>* are receiving very special honors at an Award dinner so she wanted to be there to show our support. ConCATulations, Cole and Nick! You guys are pawsome and so very deserving of all of your awards!

We also are keeping our dear furrend, *<a  class=bodyTextRev target=site href="http://www.catster.com/pet_page.php?i=650787&j=t">ARYEH</b></a>*close in our pawrayers. Aryeh has a liver disease and his recent bloodwork revealed that his enzyme levels have been alarmingly high. We love you, Aryeh! Pawlease get better!

Sending out wishes of sunshine naps and comforting cuddles to all of our pawsome Catster furrends.

Loving purrrs,
Mikey]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>My Momma and Me</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/512836/diary/Mikeys_musings/590762</link>

				<pubdate>Sun, 24 May 2009 09:20:23 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>MIKEY ~ writing at catster.com</author>
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		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/512836/diary/Mikeys_musings/590762</guid>
		<description>Yesterday I walked into the pawder room where Meowmy was blowing her hair dry. I  gave her one of my ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Yesterday I walked into the pawder room where Meowmy was blowing her hair dry. I  gave her one of my sweet voiced kitty greetings because  that seems to "get" to Momma every time. Heh heh. She is such a sucker for my charms! Anyway, she scooped me up into her arms and carried me down to the living area level of our home.  With me still in her arms, she plunked down in the comfy chair and held me close to her. She then started telling me how very special I am and how much she loves me. She just kept patting me and kissing my head, and hugging me close.  She told me that sometimes she feels bad because she stays so busy all day that she doesn't always have enough time to just love me like she was doing at that moment. I was purring as loud as I could because it felt so wonderful to know that Meowmy has so much love for me and thinks I'm such a special boy.  

Don't worry, Meowmy. When you get too busy and forget to give me extra cuddles, I'll remind you. I know you knead those cuddles as much as I do!

Happy Memorial Day one and all in Catsterland!

Loving purrs,
Mikey]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Happy 2nd Birthday to Simon &amp; Sterling!</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/512836/diary/Mikeys_musings/588894</link>

				<pubdate>Sun, 17 May 2009 09:09:28 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>MIKEY ~ writing at catster.com</author>
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		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/512836/diary/Mikeys_musings/588894</guid>
		<description>Tomorrow two very special boys will be celebrating their 2nd Birthdays - my family brother, Simon an ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Tomorrow two very special boys will be celebrating their 2nd Birthdays - my family brother, Simon and his birth brother Sterling, who lives in The Woodlands, TX with Auntie Tricia and Unkie Daniel and our cousin Elijah and his brother Cypher. It gets sort of complicated, doesn't it? Oh well, suffice to say, we are just all one big happy family!

Have a pawsitively pawsome Birthday, *<a  class=bodyTextRev target=site href="http://www.catster.com/pet_page.php?i=638293&j=t">SIMON</b></a>*!!

Have a purrfectly cat-triffic Birthday, *<a  class=bodyTextRev target=site href="http://www.catster.com/pet_page.php?i=959652&j=t">STERLING</b></a>*!

You are living in separate homes now. Each with a wonderful, warm, loving family who adores you - yet your brotherly bond will never be broken.

You two boys are the best of the best and I love you!

Head bonkies and Birthday purrs,
Mikey]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Happy Birthday, Aunti Barbi!</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/512836/diary/Mikeys_musings/588361</link>

				<pubdate>Fri, 15 May 2009 07:12:22 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>MIKEY ~ writing at catster.com</author>
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		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/512836/diary/Mikeys_musings/588361</guid>
		<description>Today is Auntie Barbi's Birthday! Happy Birthday, Auntie Barbi! Happy Birthday to you!

Aunti Barb ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Today is Auntie Barbi's Birthday! Happy Birthday, Auntie Barbi! Happy Birthday to you!

Aunti Barbi is a very special lady. She is always helping Snowmitts, Jaspurr, and Angel Kashy send special gifties, cards, and rosies to us. We all love her and want to wish her the most purrfectly pawsome day pawsible!

Today will be a purry busy day for my Meowmy too. There is someone coming to visit us and then later on, Meowmy said she has to go shopping to get ready for a trip she is taking at the end of the month. She has something planned every day to accomplish in addition to her regular chores and taking such good care of all of us. 

We are enjoying a beautiful, sunny day here in Georgia today. The squirrels are running around on the deck and the birdies are flying in for some seed treats, so we have lots of things to enjoy on this special day.

Loving purrs,
Mikey]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Bunny Ears</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/512836/diary/Mikeys_musings/576651</link>

				<pubdate>Mon, 6 Apr 2009 08:22:02 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>MIKEY ~ writing at catster.com</author>
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		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/512836/diary/Mikeys_musings/576651</guid>
		<description>Why is Meowmy trying to make a bunny out of me? When she put these big floppy ears on me and gave me ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Why is Meowmy trying to make a bunny out of me? When she put these big floppy ears on me and gave me a bunch of colorful Easter eggs to play with, I thought maybe Meowmy had gone Cuckoo for Cocoa Puffs! 

After Meowmy snapped a couple of photos of me, Simon, Bubby, and Bitta, she was laughing and then apologizing to us. She knew we were a little confused about the whole thing but we were trying to be good sports. We love our Meowmy even though she sometimes furrgets that we are kitty cats, not bunny rabbits!

Our sister, Aria, wouldn't even let Meowmy put the ears on her. Gee, why didn't I think of that???


Love,
Mikey]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Happy Birthday, Paw Paw!</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/512836/diary/Mikeys_musings/576329</link>

				<pubdate>Sun, 5 Apr 2009 08:33:37 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>MIKEY ~ writing at catster.com</author>
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		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/512836/diary/Mikeys_musings/576329</guid>
		<description>Today, my PawPaw is another year older so Meowmy is taking him out to lunch to celebrate. She gave h ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Today, my PawPaw is another year older so Meowmy is taking him out to lunch to celebrate. She gave him some nice cologne ("Cool Water" by Davidoff)  to make him smell pawsome, some of his favorite Cadbury chocolate eggs, and an ebay gift certificate so he can shop in the world's largest online store for anything that he wants. Meowmy and PawPaw have been married for so long that they do not know what to buy each other anymore. Isn't that funny? 
Yesterday Meowmy and Auntie went to a Cat Show in Lake Forest, where one of the Vets they respect was giving a talk on vaccinations. Meowmy and Auntie found it very interesting as they are always wanting to stay current with the latest protocol and follow the healthiest and recommended ways to care for us. They said they saw some beautiful kitties there. Some extra gorgeous Maine Coons, Rag Dolls, Siberians, Tonkinese, Burmese, British Short Hairs, Bengals, and Persians caught Meowmy's eye but my kitty family and me are in her heart and no other kitty can ever change that. (chasing tail in a circle!)
Wishing PawPaw a purrfectly pawsome birthday and a happy, nap-in-the-sun kind of a Sunday to all of my Catster furrends!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>My Latest Game</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/512836/diary/Mikeys_musings/574054</link>

				<pubdate>Sat, 28 Mar 2009 22:13:11 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>MIKEY ~ writing at catster.com</author>
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		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/512836/diary/Mikeys_musings/574054</guid>
		<description>MOL! I have this new thing I like to do. When Paw Paw goes to bed before Meowmy, I like to get on th ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ MOL! I have this new thing I like to do. When Paw Paw goes to bed before Meowmy, I like to get on the bed with him and lay completely diagonally across the space on Meowmy's side of the bed. I just spread myself out as far and as wide as I can, spread eagle style so that I take up almost all of the room that Meowmy needs when she comes to bed.

It is so funny to hear Meowmy trying to maneuver herself around my body in the darkness. She ends up with her head up in the corner of the bed and her body going diagonally like mine, or else she tries to squeeze in on the other side of me so she is pracitcally hanging off the side of he bed.  All the while, I pretend to be fast asleep but it is hard not to snicker. It is purry fun to play games with Meowmy because she always lets me win!

Love,
Mikey]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>The Great Outdoors</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/512836/diary/Mikeys_musings/568131</link>

				<pubdate>Mon, 9 Mar 2009 08:04:10 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>MIKEY ~ writing at catster.com</author>
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		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/512836/diary/Mikeys_musings/568131</guid>
		<description>The last time I wrote to you, Dear Diary, snowflakes were falling from the sky and it was too cold o ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ The last time I wrote to you, Dear Diary, snowflakes were falling from the sky and it was too cold outside to open a window or a door. 

Now just a short time later, Meowmy and Paw Paw have opened the windows (they are screened, of course) so I can sniff all that fragrant fresh air and see the squirrels scurrying across our back deck. 

We have this screened door in our kitchen that my brothers and sisters and I love to lay in front of, shoulder to shoulder with our noses pressed up against the screen. I guess we look purrty comical because Meowmy is always giggling.

Yesterday I even go to go for a stroller ride! PawPaw pushed me in a lime green stroller and Meowmy pushed *<a  class=bodyTextRev target=site href="http://www.catster.com/pet_page.php?i=512625&j=t">Bubby</b></a>* in a light blue stroller. We were really good boys. We didn't make a sound. We both just layed down in our strollers and watched the outside world go by. Going strolling is one of my most favorite things to do. Poor Meowmy gets out of breath though because we have a lot of hills in our neighborhood. 

Well, the birds and squirrels and flowers are beckoning to me. Have a purrfect day!

Loving purrs,
Mikey]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>White Stuff Falling From the Sky!</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/512836/diary/Mikeys_musings/565604</link>

				<pubdate>Sun, 1 Mar 2009 11:00:55 PST</pubdate>
		<author>MIKEY ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/512836/diary/Mikeys_musings/565604</guid>
		<description>There is beautiful white stuff falling from the skies outside the windows today! This is a very paws ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ There is beautiful white stuff falling from the skies outside the windows today! This is a very pawsome event because we do not get to see much of this in the area that we live and we are very fascinated with it.

Meowmy is all excited too because she thinks it is purrty to look at. We are all very grateful that Meowmy got home to us safe and sound last night. She was way up high in the air all day yesterday delivering two kittens to Hartford, CT. She left early in the morning and got home late last night. Even though she was tired and hungry she was very happy- happy to be home, happy to see us, and happy that the two kittens had been safely delivered to their furrever homes where they will be spoiled and loved.

Meowmy says people who love kitties are about the best people in the world... I have to agree.

All meow purrs,
Mikey]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Happy Birthday, Elijah!</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/512836/diary/Mikeys_musings/559570</link>

				<pubdate>Wed, 11 Feb 2009 13:49:48 PST</pubdate>
		<author>MIKEY ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/512836/diary/Mikeys_musings/559570</guid>
		<description>Our dear little buddy, *Elijah Bleu* is celebrating his very furrst birthday today!

Please join u ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Our dear little buddy, *<a  class=bodyTextRev target=site href="http://www.catster.com/pet_page.php?i=776899&j=t">Elijah Bleu</b></a>* is celebrating his very furrst birthday today!

Please join us in wishing Elijah a super pawsome, pawsitively purrfect day! Elijah has a very loving and special Meowmy and Paw Paw who love him and spoil him with tons of attention but he deserves it. He is a darling boy and we all love him!

Happy Birthday, Elijah and many, many, many more!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Valentine Thanks</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/512836/diary/Mikeys_musings/559050</link>

				<pubdate>Tue, 10 Feb 2009 10:02:31 PST</pubdate>
		<author>MIKEY ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/512836/diary/Mikeys_musings/559050</guid>
		<description>I am missing my girl, Prissy but I was so happy to receive a card in the mail today thanking me for  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ I am missing my girl, Prissy but I was so happy to receive a card in the mail today thanking me for the Valentine gifties that I sent to her. She loves me and she misses me too! (wipes eyes)

Prissy's Meowmy is not able to help her type on Catster right now but she should be back to us very soon. We are keeping Prissy, her Momma, and family in our purrayers and hoping everything will work out for furrever happiness in their lives.

Thank you Catster HQ for my cool Love Letter gifty and Antoine and family for the lovely heart!

Love to all my Valentine furrends out there!
Mikey]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Thank You's and Good Deeds</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/512836/diary/Mikeys_musings/557562</link>

				<pubdate>Fri, 6 Feb 2009 08:17:38 PST</pubdate>
		<author>MIKEY ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/512836/diary/Mikeys_musings/557562</guid>
		<description>I am so very pawroud of my brother, *BUBBY*. He has received the highest Catster honor, CAT OF THE W ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ I am so very pawroud of my brother, *<a  class=bodyTextRev target=site href="http://www.catster.com/pet_page.php?i=512625&j=t">BUBBY</b></a>*. He has received the highest Catster honor, CAT OF THE WEEK this week! Whoo-Hoo, way to go, Bro! 

I want to thank Caster for honoring our whole family by selecting our brother. We are very humbled and grateful. Thank you also to all of our wonderful furrends on Catster who have generously bestowed gifties, praise, compliments, and support on our entire furrmily.

Yesterday Meowmy and Auntie did some good deeds for some kitties at the Good Mews Cat Shelter. Good Mews is almost entirely staffed by volunteers and they depend on the volunteers to help the kitties in every capacity. It is a very clean, well-run, and organized shelter where the kitties are given a quality life of free-roaming once they have had any health issues addressed and corrected. There are bunches of cat trees, and sleeping stations, Cat videos, plenty of fresh food and water, and lots of one on one attention from the humans. Anyway, there was a young kitty there named Ruffles, who needed a ride back to the shelter from the Veterinary office where she had her spay surgery. There were many pleas asking for a volunteer to pick Ruffles up but no one was responding or available so Auntie said that she would do it even though it meant a 85 minute round trip for her. Meowmy rode along with her and they enjoyed seeing Ruffles safely back to her room at the shelter where they made sure she had fresh food and water. While they were there they talked and petted many other friendly kitties and saw on the bulletin board that one of their favorite kitties named, Alvin, had been adopted into his furrever home! They were so happy.

All and all, things have been very exciting and joyous in our household the past few days and we are feeling very blessed.

All meow purrs,
Mikey]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>My Third Birthday!</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/512836/diary/Mikeys_musings/554918</link>

				<pubdate>Thu, 29 Jan 2009 20:39:30 PST</pubdate>
		<author>MIKEY ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/512836/diary/Mikeys_musings/554918</guid>
		<description>My sisters, Bitta, Aria and I have had a very wonderful 3rd birthday today thanks to our furrends on ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ My sisters, Bitta, Aria and I have had a very wonderful 3rd birthday today thanks to our furrends on Catster and our loving family

We've been enjoying special treats and lots of love and attention from our Momma and Paw Paw all day long!  We have recieved many Happy Birthday wishes from our RagaMuffin Group furrends too. 

I want to thank my darling girlfurrend, Prissy, for sending me a furrever diamond that I shall treasure always.

In addtion to the many wonderful gifties I received from the Catster furrends I mentioned in my diary yesterday, I also got a whole bunch of great birthday gifts again today!

Great Big Thankies to:

Elijah, Cypher, and Angel Neo for the gorgeous balloon bouquet that has decorated my page so beautifully all day!

Joy and her pawsome family for the pawsome mousie!

Prissy's wonderful family for the lovely red rose that smells so sweet!

Orkney and family for the yummy shrimp appetizers!  

Angel and family for a shinning furrever star!

Thank you one and all for helping to make my birthday purrfectly pawsome.

Loving purrs,
Mikey]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>More Prezzies!</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/512836/diary/Mikeys_musings/554562</link>

				<pubdate>Wed, 28 Jan 2009 20:32:49 PST</pubdate>
		<author>MIKEY ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/512836/diary/Mikeys_musings/554562</guid>
		<description>I am such a lucky boy to have so many sweet furrends here on Catster.  Cats and their people are so  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ I am such a lucky boy to have so many sweet furrends here on Catster.  Cats and their people are so pawsome!

Special thankies to my pals:

 *Lady Lena for that sweet smoochie
 *Katie for the beautiful layered Birthday Cake
 *Aryeh for the cool pawrty hat
 *Beehive Sting for the yummy candy hearts
 *Cole, Bliss, & Nick for the shiny furrever diamond
 *Cocoa and family for the dee-lish cuppie cake

Well, I've never had a birthday celebration take place over a period of several days before. How purrfect is that?

Loving purrs,
Mikey]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Birthday Prezzies!</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/512836/diary/Mikeys_musings/553980</link>

				<pubdate>Tue, 27 Jan 2009 14:23:15 PST</pubdate>
		<author>MIKEY ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/512836/diary/Mikeys_musings/553980</guid>
		<description>Meowee! 

I recieved some pawsome gifties in the mail from Aria and Bitta's boyfurrends, *Jaspurr* ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Meowee! 

I recieved some pawsome gifties in the mail from Aria and Bitta's boyfurrends, *<a  class=bodyTextRev target=site href="http://www.catster.com/pet_page.php?i=366079&j=t">Jaspurr</b></a>* and *<a  class=bodyTextRev target=site href="http://www.catster.com/pet_page.php?i=366114&j=t">Snowmitts</b></a>* and family! They are such a thoughtful family and my Auntie Barbi is the bomb! 

Thank you so much for my TY Beanie Babies Birthday Bear and cool play toy! I feel so honored and humbled to have been remembered this way. I am having the best birthday ever!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title></title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/512836/diary/Mikeys_musings/553282</link>

				<pubdate>Sun, 25 Jan 2009 17:22:23 PST</pubdate>
		<author>MIKEY ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/512836/diary/Mikeys_musings/553282</guid>
		<description>Dear Diary:

My sweetheart,  *Prissy* has tagged me! I have to tell 5 tings about myself and then  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Dear Diary:

My sweetheart,  *<a  class=bodyTextRev target=site href="http://www.catster.com/pet_page.php?i=780371&j=t">Prissy</b></a>* has tagged me! I have to tell 5 tings about myself and then tag 5 furends. 

1. I am a Mink McTabby & White RagaMuffin.

2. I will be 3 years old in 4 days.

3. I met my girfurrend Prissy on Catster and I love her!

4. I weigh 16.5 lbs and have a long body and a big fluffy white-tipped tail .

5. I like to help my Momma with her chores.

I tag:
Beehive Sting
Baily Gray Cloud
Lady Lena
Elijah Bleu
Riley]]></content:encoded>
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		<title></title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/512836/diary/Mikeys_musings/552472</link>

				<pubdate>Fri, 23 Jan 2009 13:42:21 PST</pubdate>
		<author>MIKEY ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/512836/diary/Mikeys_musings/552472</guid>
		<description>Whoo-Hoo! I got a Birthday card from my sweetheart, *PRISSY* today!! Chasing tail and doing the happ ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Whoo-Hoo! I got a Birthday card from my sweetheart, *<a  class=bodyTextRev target=site href="http://www.catster.com/pet_page.php?i=780371&j=t">PRISSY</b></a>* today!! Chasing tail and doing the happy dance.  What a sweet and thoughtful girlfurrend I have!

Momma says she will take a picture of me with my card later on when she gets done with her chores, but in the meantime let me tell you all about it. It has a lavendar background and little purple hearts and there is a big brown teddy bear with his arms open like he is ready to give me a hug. The card says, "For Your Birthday, Honey" on the outside, and the inside of the card says, "Something Special just for you- A Happy Day Wish and Big bear hug, too!" Prissy signed it with her trademark "Sandpaper Kisses" and added a sweet little paw print. On the other side of the card she wrote, "Mikey, I hope this is the best birfday you've ever had! I'm glad I get to celebrate it wiff you!" Then my sweetie signed it again with "I love you furry much, Your Prissy".

Wowee Meowee! That girl just makes my purr motor go into overdrive!  Thank you sweetie for making my upcoming birthday the best ever because having the bestest girlfurrend in the world is like having a birthday pawty every single day!

Love,
Mikey
xoxox]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Momma &amp; PawPaw Are Leaving</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/512836/diary/Mikeys_musings/549183</link>

				<pubdate>Wed, 14 Jan 2009 07:53:48 PST</pubdate>
		<author>MIKEY ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/512836/diary/Mikeys_musings/549183</guid>
		<description>Momma and PawPaw are getting ready to leave us for a few days. They are going back to Florida where  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Momma and PawPaw are getting ready to leave us for a few days. They are going back to Florida where we used to live so Momma can go to her neice's baby shower. They are going to visit some of their furrends while they are there too.

We are staying with Auntie and we have to be good because Auntie will have a double amount of work to do to take care of everything by herself while Momma is gone. I will be the supervisor. That is my expertise. Auntie can count on ME!

All my purrs,
Mikey]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>My date with Prissy</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/512836/diary/Mikeys_musings/544743</link>

				<pubdate>Thu, 1 Jan 2009 09:17:15 PST</pubdate>
		<author>MIKEY ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/512836/diary/Mikeys_musings/544743</guid>
		<description>I had the most wonderful date with my girl, *PRISSY*, last night! I picked up my sweetheart at 8:00  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ I had the most wonderful date with my girl, *<a  class=bodyTextRev target=site href="http://www.catster.com/pet_page.php?i=780371&j=t">PRISSY</b></a>*, last night! I picked up my sweetheart at 8:00 sharp and Meow! Was she ever looking speCATular wearing the Princess charm I gave her for Christmas! Prissy cuddled up real close next to me as I drove my CATillac to the Nine Lives Cinema House where we had resfurrvations for a feline recliner for two in the cozy kitty section at the rear of the theater. 
Prissy smelled so sweet and looked so purrty, I could barely take my eyes off of  her long enough to watch our two favorite movies, "Noah's Ark, and "Homewardbound".  We snuggled and snacked on Cheese and Tuna Crunchies, Chicken Fingers, Salmon Cookies, and sipped on some Catnip spiked Eggnog. Dee-lish! 
After the movies were over, Prissy and I held paws and took a little stroll under the moon and stars and watched the fireworks exploding in the sky. Prissy became a little frightened of all of the loud noises so I wrapped my arms around her and walked her to the Catzbah where we shared our New Year's toast with a crowd of  feel'n fine felines. Prissy and I chatted all the way back home, then I kissed her goodnight. It was a magical evening and I will dream of it until I can see her again.

Happy New Year to one and paw!

Love,
Mikey]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>My New Years Eve Date</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/512836/diary/Mikeys_musings/544379</link>

				<pubdate>Wed, 31 Dec 2008 13:19:30 PST</pubdate>
		<author>MIKEY ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/512836/diary/Mikeys_musings/544379</guid>
		<description>Oh woweeee meoweee! I am so excited! Tonight I am taking my spcial girl, *PRISSY* on a date to the m ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Oh woweeee meoweee! I am so excited! Tonight I am taking my spcial girl, *<a  class=bodyTextRev target=site href="http://www.catster.com/pet_page.php?i=780371&j=t">PRISSY</b></a>* on a date to the movies. We are going to see a double feature, get cozy, chow on some snackies, and then toast to our future  and a brand New Year at midnight.

I will tell you all about it tomorrow. Right now, I have to get myself all spiffied up! I want to look my most handsomest for my date, you know?

All my purrs,
Mikey]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Happy and Serious Pawnderings</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/512836/diary/Mikeys_musings/543854</link>

				<pubdate>Tue, 30 Dec 2008 08:27:59 PST</pubdate>
		<author>MIKEY ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/512836/diary/Mikeys_musings/543854</guid>
		<description>I'm very happy today because one of our family furrends, Tao, was chosen Diary of the Day, which is  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ I'm very happy today because one of our family furrends, Tao, was chosen Diary of the Day, which is a SUPERDOOPER honor in itself, but also, Tao's girfurrend, Sushi said  "Yes!" to his marriage proposal! Wow! Tao must be on top of the world today. What a lucky guy!

(Hanging head and shuffling paws, nervously)... I love my Prissy with all my heart and I've been trying to get up the nerve to pop the question to her too. I don't know why I'm so nervous about it.  I guess it is 'cause it is such a big step to take and sometimes I still feel like a kitten even though I'll be turning three years old next month. I can hardly believe it! Time sure flies. 

I have a secret date in mind to ask Prissy to marry me... but what if she says "NO!"  I'll be so crushed.  Well, I guess I have a little time to work up my nerve... I will be fine... if it is meant to be, it WILL be, right??

I knead to go now and ask Prissy out on a date. I wonder if  she would like to go with me to see my favorite movie, "Noah's Ark".

Loving purrs,
Mikey]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Christmas Day, 2008</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/512836/diary/Mikeys_musings/542213</link>

				<pubdate>Thu, 25 Dec 2008 13:09:38 PST</pubdate>
		<author>MIKEY ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/512836/diary/Mikeys_musings/542213</guid>
		<description>Meowy Christmas, to all of our pawsome Catster Furrends!

Our family has had a wonderful day toget ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Meowy Christmas, to all of our pawsome Catster Furrends!

Our family has had a wonderful day together. Our pawrents and our auntie all gathered around while Aria and Bitta opened their gifts from their wonderful boyfurrends, Jaspurr and Snowmitts.

Auntie took pictures of us as we played with the wrapping paper and cute toys that Aria and Bitta received. There was also a pawkage for our whole family - some yummy "Pounce" treats! Can't wait to sample those!

Aria and Bitta also received some beautiful red and green mousies and play balls, darling catnip pillows (santa & reindeer), a cute little stocking for each girl that had Snowmitts and Jaspurr's Christmas pictures on them. Meowmy was very excited about those, she kept saying "Oh how CUTE!!" They also received a lovely Christmas card that contained bigger pictures of the boys for the girls to go gah-gah over. Then they opened these neat dangling (Santa & Kitty) toys on a stick that we all went nuts over. 

The phone rang a few times and Meowmy had to leave us for a little bit to wish her brother and Paw Paw's aunt a Merry Christmas, then Meowmy and Paw Paw's breakfast was ready to come out of the oven so it took her a little while to get back to all of the gifts there were to open from Snowmitts and Jaspurr's family but finally she opened the last two that were sent just to Meowmy. She was amazed at the beautiful holiday towel and matching pot holder set and lovely Christmas ornament that she received. Thank you Auntie Barbi for making our Meowmy so happy.

We have had a really wonderful day. Meowmy had such a nice time talking to Snowmitts and Jaspurr's Meowmy last night on the phone. They talked a lot about Picasso (wipes eyes), and it was terribly sad but our Auntie Barbi is trying very hard to be strong. It will take some time and our hearts go out to her.

Meowmy couldn't get over how cute it was that Cocoa could talk to her over the phone. 

We are all getting ready to take some kitty naps now so that we will be ready to play with all of our new toys later on!

All my purrs,
Mikey]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>A Christmas Prayer</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/512836/diary/Mikeys_musings/539716</link>

				<pubdate>Thu, 18 Dec 2008 17:55:47 PST</pubdate>
		<author>MIKEY ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/512836/diary/Mikeys_musings/539716</guid>
		<description>A Cat's Christmas Prayer
Whoever made the stars that shine,
Whoever made green trees of pine,
Who ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ A Cat's Christmas Prayer
Whoever made the stars that shine,
Whoever made green trees of pine,
Whoever dreamed up fish and mice,
Or sun and rain and snow and ice,
Must have the power in His paws
To help when there's a worthy cause.
Whoever gave the birds a nest
Will grant this humble cat's request.

For needy felines everywhere,
I meow my little Christmas prayer.
Please heal the sick
And cheer the sad,
Forgive the naughty,
and excuse the bad.
 
One more simple thing I ask:
A pool of sunlight in which to bask,
Plus a plate of food,
A safe, warm house,
A loving lap, a catnip mouse.
Freedom from fleas, furballs, and mats,
And homes for all the homeless cats.
 
from A Cat's Christmas by Stefanie Samek]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>A note from my girl, Prissy</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/512836/diary/Mikeys_musings/538113</link>

				<pubdate>Sun, 14 Dec 2008 08:26:17 PST</pubdate>
		<author>MIKEY ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/512836/diary/Mikeys_musings/538113</guid>
		<description>I was very happy to get a note from my sweetheart this morning. Prissy and her family have recently  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ I was very happy to get a note from my sweetheart this morning. Prissy and her family have recently moved to a different home in a different state and it was very hard on them. They have had a lot of adjustments to make and I've been worried about them.

After hearing from Prissy this morning though, I know she is doing fine once again and she and I can get our romance back on track.

In the meantime, I've been purrty busy myself making sure that everyone is behaving themselves here. Meowmy got a new kitty bed for our older sister, Taboo, who has arthritis. I checked it out myself, and it is very comfortable. I was also watching some birdies in the big talking box this morning. When I tried to get ahold of them with my paws though, they weren't there!  What is up with that?  I may have to take a little nap while I try to figure it out.

Have a happy Sunday, fellow Catsters!
All my purrs,
Mikey]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Picasso is an Angel Now</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/512836/diary/Mikeys_musings/536541</link>

				<pubdate>Tue, 9 Dec 2008 07:56:58 PST</pubdate>
		<author>MIKEY ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/512836/diary/Mikeys_musings/536541</guid>
		<description>Our dear little friend, Picasso, has gone to Heaven to be a very special angel. Our hearts are so sa ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Our dear little friend, Picasso, has gone to Heaven to be a very special angel. Our hearts are so sad that he won't be here any more to bring joy and love to his wonderful family. We know his Mommy, Daddy and all of his brothers are missing him terribly and it breaks our hearts to know that their hearts are broken too.

Picasso will be missed by all of us here on Catster. He was such a blessing to his family for the short time he was able to spend with them. Now he is happy and free and will remain in our hearts furrever and ever. We will always love you, precious Picasso.]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Catster is the BEST!</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/512836/diary/Mikeys_musings/535485</link>

				<pubdate>Sat, 6 Dec 2008 08:31:47 PST</pubdate>
		<author>MIKEY ~ writing at catster.com</author>
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		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/512836/diary/Mikeys_musings/535485</guid>
		<description>My family and I just want to go on record in saying that we think Catster is one of the most special ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ My family and I just want to go on record in saying that we think Catster is one of the most special places to be in the whole world. Like many, many other loving and caring Catster members, we've been following little Muppet's story and progress. When the time came for Muppet to have her special surgery so she could have the opportunity to live a pain-free life, we all pitched in together and made it happen! 

Wow, isn't that the most pawsome thing ever? Not only that, but now this week our purrecious little Muppet has been honored as Cat of the Week by Catster HQ.  We love you, Catster, and all the wonderful furrends we have made here. We really have something to purr about!

Loving purrs,
Mikey and family]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>No Rest for the Weary!</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/512836/diary/Mikeys_musings/535263</link>

				<pubdate>Fri, 5 Dec 2008 14:19:42 PST</pubdate>
		<author>MIKEY ~ writing at catster.com</author>
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		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/512836/diary/Mikeys_musings/535263</guid>
		<description>Holy Cats! I couldn't find a decent napping spot today. I was visiting the downstairs kitties when A ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Holy Cats! I couldn't find a decent napping spot today. I was visiting the downstairs kitties when Auntie walked in with this big noisy thing that runs over the carpet and sucks up our cat hair.  I thought, Oh no! This is not good! I ran over to the door and gave Auntie my most pitiful look.  Thankfully she opened the door and let me out. I ran up the stairs only to find Momma pushing around another big, noisey thing up there! Yikes! Where I am to go, what am I to do?

I took off up another flight of stairs and ran under the big bed in Momma's room. My brothers and sisters were already under there. We just kind of looked at each other as if to say, "Phew! We're safe here!"

Later on all the racket stopped and we all came out. The coast was clear. Momma put the noisey monster in the closet. I hope he stays in there furrever. I don't like him very much. I would try to keep all of my hair on my body but ... it doesn't seem to work that way.

Loving purrs,
Mikey]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>My Part time job</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/512836/diary/Mikeys_musings/529871</link>

				<pubdate>Wed, 19 Nov 2008 19:39:11 PST</pubdate>
		<author>MIKEY ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/512836/diary/Mikeys_musings/529871</guid>
		<description>I have been working a part time job.  The pay isn't so great but the benefits are pawsome! 

Every ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ I have been working a part time job.  The pay isn't so great but the benefits are pawsome! 

Every morning right after breakfast, I go downstairs to the terrace level of the house where the cattery kitties live and start my work day. The furrst thing I do is walk around and say good morning to everyone and purrform a thorough inspection of the premises. Next, I give some head bonks to a few of my favorite girls and then I inspect all of the food and water bowls to ensure that our quality control practices are up to standard. Next, I usually try to fit in a short nap before going back upstairs for my mid morning coffee break. Later on, I go back downstairs and check on everyone's well-being again before hunkering down for a couple of hours to purrform a quality control assessment of the cat tree.  

Like I said, the pay isn't much to meow about but I get to make lots of  pawsome furrends, enjoy free pawking, free medicat benefits, a free daily massage, plenty of time off for R&R,  and all the kibble I can eat.  

Loving purrs,
Mikey]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Annifurrshery</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/512836/diary/Mikeys_musings/528195</link>

				<pubdate>Sat, 15 Nov 2008 10:25:23 PST</pubdate>
		<author>MIKEY ~ writing at catster.com</author>
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		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/512836/diary/Mikeys_musings/528195</guid>
		<description>We are very happy to have Meowmy and PawPaw back home again. They went on a little &quot;getaway&quot; to the  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ We are very happy to have Meowmy and PawPaw back home again. They went on a little "getaway" to the Great Smokey Mountains to celebrate their 35th annifurrshery. They stayed in a cozy cabin and spent some relaxing time reading by the fireplace, playing pool, and going shopping. We stayed home with our sweet auntie who took excellent care of us.  

Today it is windy outside and there are leaves flying all over the place! It is fun to look out the window and watch them. Meowmy says purrty soon there won't be any leaves left on the trees and they will all be in our yard. That means PawPaw will be out there with his big rake making piles of leaves that would be awfully fun to jump into but we aren't allowed to go outdoors unless we are in our stroller.  Oh well, Meowmy says she knows what is best for us and we have to trust her.

We want congratulate all of the Caster Coolest Cat finalists! There are some really pawsome pictures of pawsome kitties in each and every CATagory. We would have been very honored if one of our pictures had been chosen, but we are indeed very happy for our new furrend, Cafe Mocha Valencia, who is a finalist in the Costumes and Shades CATagory.  We are already looking forward to next years contest. It was a lot of fun!

Loving purrrs,
Mikey]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Catching up with stuff</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/512836/diary/Mikeys_musings/523365</link>

				<pubdate>Tue, 4 Nov 2008 08:16:27 PST</pubdate>
		<author>MIKEY ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/512836/diary/Mikeys_musings/523365</guid>
		<description>First I have to say congratulations to my furrend, Prissy's brofurr, Harley for being selected as DD ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ First I have to say congratulations to my furrend, Prissy's brofurr, Harley for being selected as DDP today!

It seems Harley and Teddy decided to take a little unscheduled outdoor field trip to the great outdoors the other day and almost gave their Meowmy a heart attack.  I'm glad those two didn't wonder off and get lost that would have been a CATastrophy! Phew! I love happy endings.

Well, PawPaw is back down in Florida again.  Our grandpaw is having a CATaracz removed from his eye so Paw Paw is there to drive him around and see that he has what he needs.

On Sunday, Meowmy and Auntie went to a big Cat show in Duluth and saw a lot of neat cat things. They even brought us home some new toys to play with.  There people there from the Good Mews Cat Shelter and they had brought along a very special guy named Alvin, who my Meowmy and Auntie totally love because he is so sweet and furrendly at the shelter when they volunteer to work there. Alvin likes to follow them around while they work. Meowmy really would like to adopt Alvin but she knows that we already have a very large cat family and it wouldn't be fair to him or to us.  She was sad because Alvin didn't get adopted again and was going back to the shelter. He is a beautiful American Bobtail type kitty. He has a good home at the shelter but I bet he would really like to have his very own purrson. Do you know anyone who would like to have Alvin?  I'm going to keep him and all the other shelter kitties in my purrayers.

Well, I have to go to work now. It is my day to supervise the household staff.  (giggles) that would be my Meowmy!

Love,
Mikey]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Pumpkin farms and apple orchards</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/512836/diary/Mikeys_musings/518223</link>

				<pubdate>Mon, 20 Oct 2008 10:25:39 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>MIKEY ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/512836/diary/Mikeys_musings/518223</guid>
		<description>Last weekend Meowmy, Paw-Paw, and Auntie went for another one of their little &quot;day trips&quot;.  I am alw ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Last weekend Meowmy, Paw-Paw, and Auntie went for another one of their little "day trips".  I am always left in charge of stuff while they are gone so I also get to be the official reporter of all social events.

The trip was to a pumpkin farm where they saw rows and rows and rows of beautiful pumpkins in all shapes and sizes. There were even different colored pumpkins, can you imagine that? Meowmy said there were blueish green ones, and I have to believe her because she brought one home to show me, and there were white ones too. Mostly though, there were the traditional orange pumpkins. There were lots and lots of people there buying their pumpkins, gords, scarecrows, and fall decorations for their homes and yards. There were lots of cute little kids there getting rides in the wheelbarrows along with the pumpkins. Meowmy, Paw Paw, and Auntie also went on a hayride and saw lots of pretty pumpkin patches and fall foliage along the wooded mountain trail. Meowmy bought some pumpkin bread too.
Next they went to an apple orchard and bought some apple bread, drank fresh apple cider and snacked on hot boiled peanuts. They said the day was almost purrfect except for Paw Paw losing his cell phone and having to drive to all of the different places they had stopped at that day. Fortunately some nice man found the phone and called Meowmy on her cell phone so they could drive back to the apple barn to get it.

I was a good boy while they were gone. I made sure everyone stayed out of trouble and then I took a nap by the window and waited for them to come home and fix my dinner. I love dinner time. 

Loving purrs,
Mikey]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Momma's going on  a trip</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/512836/diary/Mikeys_musings/508362</link>

				<pubdate>Mon, 22 Sep 2008 21:00:11 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>MIKEY ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/512836/diary/Mikeys_musings/508362</guid>
		<description>Wow, it sure has been busy around here lately.  First Paw Paw went on a trip and came back home and  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Wow, it sure has been busy around here lately.  First Paw Paw went on a trip and came back home and now Momma and Auntie are getting ready to leave for Florida in the morning. They are going to be gone for a whole week! One of the things they will be doing is attending the annual RAG sponsored cat show in Clearwater on the Saturday and Sunday.  Oh, oh! Guess what?  My Best Girl Prissy's Meowmy is going to come to the show too so she and Momma can meet in purrson for the very furrrst time.  I wish I could go so that I could meet my Prissy!
Momma said maybe I can go next year so I'm going to start planning on that right now. Momma is very excited to meet her new furrend and I'm sure they will be talking about me and Prissy a lot!
Well it is late and Momma has a long drive tomorrow so I guess I better let her go to bed.  I guess I could use a few winks myself...

Love,
Mikey]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>I Got Another Present!</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/512836/diary/Mikeys_musings/499142</link>

				<pubdate>Wed, 27 Aug 2008 12:34:53 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>MIKEY ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/512836/diary/Mikeys_musings/499142</guid>
		<description>I can hardly believe my eyes! My girl, Prissy, sent me the most wonderful present today!  When Meowm ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ I can hardly believe my eyes! My girl, Prissy, sent me the most wonderful present today!  When Meowmy told me that the mail purrrson left a pawkage for me on the front porch, I couldn't wait to see what it was!

It was a beeee-u-tiful Tranquility Blanket with a matching scarf made by Hazel Lucy's Meowmy! It is so neat. I just can't meow enough about it. It is all handmade and the workmanship is purrfecto!  It is crocheted in a really cool pattern in my favorite shades of blue and aqua. I love it and I love my scarf too!  Thank you sooooo much my darling Prissy and thank you also to the very lovely Hazel Lucy for testing out the blanket to make sure it was purrfect for me before it was sent and for helping wrap the pawkage so specially. Loved that white ribbon! I had a good time chewing on that for a bit.  The card that came with my pawkage is super-special too (chasing tail in a circle!). It was made especially for ME!  It has my picture and name on the front and Prissy's name and picture inside. It says. "Mikey, Sleep on this and dream of me. Love always, Your Princess Prissy"

Meow! Meow! Meow! I'm a lucky boy! I'm a lucky boy! This has been a wonderful day for me. I even got some special loving from my Meowmy.  Purrring myself into a nap on my new blankie... dreaming of Prissy.

Love,
Mikey]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>What a wonderful day! A Pawkage from Prissy!</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/512836/diary/Mikeys_musings/493372</link>

				<pubdate>Mon, 11 Aug 2008 20:54:25 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>MIKEY ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/512836/diary/Mikeys_musings/493372</guid>
		<description>Oh my Catness! I cannot believe what a pawsome day this has been.  My precious Prissy sent me a pawk ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Oh my Catness! I cannot believe what a pawsome day this has been.  My precious Prissy sent me a pawkage in the mail and I didn't even know she knew where I lived!  She is not only beautiful but very smart too!

This is the first time ever that anyone has sent me gifts in the mail. I almost didn't know how to act, I was so excited.  After Meowmy helped me get the box open, I couldn't believe my eyes when I looked inside! There were sooooo many goodies I almost went crazy. There was a beautiful card from Prissy that said, "Thinking of you... not just today but more often than you know." Then Prissy wrote a purrsonal note thanking me for asking her to be my girl. There were many really cool toys in the box and I didn't even get to play with a couple of them because my brothers and sisters came running to check out my gifts and stole some of them from me! There was a purrty mousie that Bubby took a liking too, a furry red ball (my purrsonal favorite!), several spiral thingys that are really fun to chase around, a scrunchy toy that my sister Aria fell in love with, several colorful balls that I batted across the room, a big container of catnip (oh yeah!), and two big bags of treats that I can't wait to sample!

Thank you SO much, Prissy for being my girl and for all the wonderful pressies. You light up my life and I love you!

Love,
Mikey]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Cool fresh air!</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/512836/diary/Mikeys_musings/493108</link>

				<pubdate>Mon, 11 Aug 2008 09:39:55 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>MIKEY ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/512836/diary/Mikeys_musings/493108</guid>
		<description>Meowmy couldn't believe it this morning when she discovered that the air outside was cool and fresh. ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Meowmy couldn't believe it this morning when she discovered that the air outside was cool and fresh. This is very unusual for August! Meowmy and Auntie decided to have their morning coffee out on the deck so they could enjoy the fresh air and watch all the birdies flying in to get seeds from the feeders.  

I like to lay in front of the screened door and sniff the breezes while I watch the birds and squirrels. I can do this for hours. I usually have to share the doorway with all my brothers and sisters though... seems like everyone enjoys it as much as I do. My brother Bubby practically laid on top of me today. Savannah's kittens got to look out the door with me this morning too.  I used this opportunity to tell little Riley all about the birds and the bees and the squirrels.  He kept his little body plastered against mine as he watched everything going on outside for the very first time. I think it was comforting to him to know that he was safe along side his Uncle Mikey.

Well, now I'm off to find a good sunny spot to take a nap so I can dream of my beautiful Prissy.  

Loving purrrs,
Mikey]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>My Princess Prissy</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/512836/diary/Mikeys_musings/492704</link>

				<pubdate>Sun, 10 Aug 2008 07:00:17 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>MIKEY ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/512836/diary/Mikeys_musings/492704</guid>
		<description>Prissy has made me the happiest boy on Catster by agreeing to be my special girl.  Today my Princess ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Prissy has made me the happiest boy on Catster by agreeing to be my special girl.  Today my Princess sent me a beautiful gold star to let me know that I am the star of her dreams!

MEOW! My heart just did a little flip!  I have been saving my allowance so I can send something really special to my gorgeous girl, but until I get enough saved up, I sent Prissy a diamond to show her that I will love and cherish her furrever.

Time to got back to nap land so I can dream of my Princess girl.

Loving purrrs,
Mikey]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Prissy said YES!</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/512836/diary/Mikeys_musings/490812</link>

				<pubdate>Tue, 5 Aug 2008 08:18:09 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>MIKEY ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/512836/diary/Mikeys_musings/490812</guid>
		<description>Yes! Yes! Yes!  I asked a beautiful girl named Prissy to be my special girl and she said YES!

(ch ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Yes! Yes! Yes!  I asked a beautiful girl named Prissy to be my special girl and she said YES!

(chasing tail in a circle) I'm such a happy boy!

Prissy and her family have been writing to me and my family for awhile and I just couldn't help falling in love with her! Prissy used to live in Georgia but recently move to Florida which is just the opposite of me! We recently moved to GA from FL where I was born.

I am very proud to have such a purrecious furl friend as Prissy and I am going to treat her like my purrfect princess.  

Meowmy has been very busy lately so I have to be patient while waiting for her to help me type my mews. Meowmy is volunteering at a shelter and helping out other kitties less fortunate than me and my family kitties.  She also spends a lot of time making everything just right for us here at home. She keeps our litter boxes very clean and vacuums up our fur that comes off and falls on the carpet. She also combs and brushes us almost every day... plus she makes us our very own healthy food and always finds time to talk to us,  play with us, and give us lots of loving too! 

I love my life and I love my Prissy!  I'm a lucky boy!

Purrrs,
Mikey]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Oh boy! Company's coming!</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/512836/diary/Mikeys_musings/485228</link>

				<pubdate>Wed, 23 Jul 2008 03:19:48 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>MIKEY ~ writing at catster.com</author>
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		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/512836/diary/Mikeys_musings/485228</guid>
		<description>I am so excited! Meowmy and Paw Paw have visitors coming today. I love it when new people come to ou ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ I am so excited! Meowmy and Paw Paw have visitors coming today. I love it when new people come to our home so I can run up to them and flop myself down on their shoes!  It is fun to make myself irresistible to people. They feel compelled to pat me, hug me and stroke my head. Some people tell Meowmy that they want to "steal" me from her.  Meowmy always says she could never part with me in a million years and will be checking everyone's cars before they leave.  MOL! It is wonderful to know I am so loved by my pawrents.
Anyway, the people coming are from Florida just like us but they have a place in the Georgia mountains where they stay sometimes. Meowmy used to work with the lady (Judy) at the bank. They have a lot of special memories of those years. 
Well, I gotta go lick my paws and get myself all spiffied up so I look my most handsomest for our guests!

Love,
Mikey]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Good Mews</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/512836/diary/Mikeys_musings/481422</link>

				<pubdate>Sun, 13 Jul 2008 16:42:59 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>MIKEY ~ writing at catster.com</author>
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		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/512836/diary/Mikeys_musings/481422</guid>
		<description>Momma, Dad, and Auntie asked me to look after things at home while they  went to learn how to be vol ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Momma, Dad, and Auntie asked me to look after things at home while they  went to learn how to be volunteers for a place called Good Mews. Momma told me this is a special place for kitties to live who aren't lucky like me. These kitties don't have their own purrson or their own furrever home.  Some of them have been hurt and need extra love and care and some others just lost their homes for some reason.

Auntie and Momma work very hard to keep everything so clean and healthy for all of us here at home. I am very proud of them for going out and helping other kitties in need instead of staying home and taking a nap.

Speaking of naps....

Catcha later!
Love,
Mikey]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Visitors</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/512836/diary/Mikeys_musings/477367</link>

				<pubdate>Wed, 2 Jul 2008 20:22:49 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>MIKEY ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/512836/diary/Mikeys_musings/477367</guid>
		<description>I just love it when we have visitors at our house. I feel it is my duty to purrsonally greet them bu ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ I just love it when we have visitors at our house. I feel it is my duty to purrsonally greet them but flopping at their feet so they know they are welcome. The other day Momma and Auntie were interviewing a lady who does pet sitting. When the lady was sitting at the table writing in her book, I decided I should help her. I jumped up on the table and laid down next to her then I wrapped my paw around her pen and helped her write. 

I guess the lady got hired because she came over while Momma and Auntie were gone for a few days. Daddy still took care of us but the new lady came and checked on the little babies to be sure they were doing okay. I was always happy when the lady came to the house because I had fun following her around and tried to get in her way whenever I could so she had to stop and pat me.

I love visitors! I hope someone new comes to visit us soon....

Love,
Mikey]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>A new Angel in Heaven</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/512836/diary/Mikeys_musings/473387</link>

				<pubdate>Sun, 22 Jun 2008 08:08:57 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>MIKEY ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/512836/diary/Mikeys_musings/473387</guid>
		<description>Yesterday Momma and Auntie were crying a lot all day long. They found out that one of the kittens wh ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Yesterday Momma and Auntie were crying a lot all day long. They found out that one of the kittens who was born here and went to live in a wonderful furrever home crossed the Rainbow Bridge. Charisse was only seven months old and was a healthy, happy, much-loved kitty. She didn't feel good after her spay surgery and the next day she left earth to go to heaven.  

Everyone is so sad and wanting to know what went wrong.  I tried to comfort Momma when she was crying and she seemed to hug me a little tighter than usual.  Momma gave all of us extra hugs yesterday. She doesn't want anything to ever happen to us because she loves us so much. 

Rest in peace, Sweet Charisse. You will be in our hearts furrrever.

Love,
Mikey]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Momma and PawPaw going away</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/512836/diary/Mikeys_musings/470487</link>

				<pubdate>Fri, 13 Jun 2008 19:58:14 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>MIKEY ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/512836/diary/Mikeys_musings/470487</guid>
		<description>I know my Momma and PawPaw are getting ready to go away and leave me because they have that big suit ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ I know my Momma and PawPaw are getting ready to go away and leave me because they have that big suitcase on the bed and they are putting stuff into it.  Whenever that happens I know they are going somewhere for a few days and I need to be in charge of helping Auntie look after things around here.

I heard Momma say she and PawPaw are going to Pennsylvania to take little Angie and Gabby to their new furrrever home. I bet their new Meowmy will be very happy to have those two as her very own. They are very cute, loving, and REALLY playful! Momma is going to take Gabby's favorite little toy with her because she carries that thing all over the place!

Then Momma and PawPaw are going to visit some "relatives" for a couple of days so they won't be back home until Tuesday. I will miss them but I will still have Auntie to sleep with and I like her bed the best anyway.

Loving purrrs,
Mikey]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>I've been Tagged by my friend, Teddy!</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/512836/diary/Mikeys_musings/467437</link>

				<pubdate>Thu, 5 Jun 2008 08:37:08 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>MIKEY ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/512836/diary/Mikeys_musings/467437</guid>
		<description>Here's the deal. I have to tell 5 Fabulous Things about myself, then tag 5 other kitties to play. He ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Here's the deal. I have to tell 5 Fabulous Things about myself, then tag 5 other kitties to play. Here goes....

1. I am a gentle giant and get along with ALL other cats!

2. I love to sleep all sprawled out on the bed with my humans!

3. I loved to baby-sit little kittens and play gently with them!

4.  I love to greet all visitors to our home by following them around and flopping at their feet.

5. I'm so sweet and lovable...to know me is to LOVE me!


I'm tagging:

Bogart/776562
Elijah/776899
Orion/650792
Leontyne/417810
Lady Lena/719000


I hope you all have fun!
Purrrs,
Mikey]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Auntie's Trip</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/512836/diary/Mikeys_musings/465291</link>

				<pubdate>Fri, 30 May 2008 09:59:53 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>MIKEY ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/512836/diary/Mikeys_musings/465291</guid>
		<description>Auntie went all the way to Seattle yesterday. She took Ike and McKenzie with her so that McKenzie co ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Auntie went all the way to Seattle yesterday. She took Ike and McKenzie with her so that McKenzie could live with her furrever family and Ike could be in a cat show. They had to stay in their carrier for hours and hours and hours because it was such a long trip, but they are fine. Auntie said they loved sleeping on her motel bed with her and getting lots of love and attention. 

I can't wait to hear what McKenzie's new meowmy has to say about her. She is a beautiful and sweet kitten so I'm sure she will be very loved by her new family. I am keeping my paws crossed for Ike too. I want him to win lots of cool ribbons at the cat show. He had a show bath before he left here and he looked pawsome!

I'm keeping Auntie's bed warm for her until she gets back home.

Loving purrs,
Mikey]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Stroller Ride</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/512836/diary/Mikeys_musings/463481</link>

				<pubdate>Sun, 25 May 2008 11:32:46 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>MIKEY ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/512836/diary/Mikeys_musings/463481</guid>
		<description>Wow! I just got back from going for a ride in the stroller with my brother Bubby. Momma kept asking  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Wow! I just got back from going for a ride in the stroller with my brother Bubby. Momma kept asking me to move over so Bubby could have some room but I think she forgets what a big boy I am. I can't help it if I need a lot of room!

Anyway... it was fun. The sun was shining and there were a lot of things to sniff in the air. I saw birds and squirrels and leaves shifting in the breeze.  I hope I will get to go out for a ride again real soon.  Maybe next time Momma could leave Bubby at home so I could have more space to spread out in the stroller.

Purrrs,
Mikey]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>What Momma thinks</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/512836/diary/Mikeys_musings/462697</link>

				<pubdate>Thu, 22 May 2008 20:43:04 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>MIKEY ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/512836/diary/Mikeys_musings/462697</guid>
		<description>Today when Auntie laid down to take a rest, I hopped up on her bed to keep her company. I put my hea ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Today when Auntie laid down to take a rest, I hopped up on her bed to keep her company. I put my head on her pillow and let my body sprawl spread eagle across the bed.  Momma came into the room later to tell Auntie something but when she saw me she chuckled and said, "Look at that Mikey!"

Auntie said, "I don't think he has any idea he is a cat!" Momma thought about that for a minute and then she said, "I think he DOES know he is a cat and he is taking FULL advantage of it!"

What do you think she meant by that?

Purrrs,
Mikey]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Sleeping on Auntie's Bed</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/512836/diary/Mikeys_musings/460954</link>

				<pubdate>Sat, 17 May 2008 19:16:07 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>MIKEY ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/512836/diary/Mikeys_musings/460954</guid>
		<description>I have discovered the best bed in the house. It is in Auntie's room and it is real soft and comfy to ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ I have discovered the best bed in the house. It is in Auntie's room and it is real soft and comfy to sleep on. I decided I would grace Auntie with my presence in her bed last night. I heard her telling Momma this morning that I was lying plastered to her back. Well, you know, a guy likes to cozy up now and then, right?

Anyway, Auntie kept telling me to move over that I was taking up too much of the bed and that she only had a little space right on the edge left to sleep on. I pretended that I didn't hear her because I was very comfortable right where I was. The next thing I knew, Auntie got out of bed and walked around to the other side to sleep. I guess she thinks she needs to sprawl out like me.  We may have to work on our sleeping arrangements a bit.

Loving purrrs,
Mikey]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>All Better</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/512836/diary/Mikeys_musings/460162</link>

				<pubdate>Thu, 15 May 2008 09:54:50 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>MIKEY ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/512836/diary/Mikeys_musings/460162</guid>
		<description>I'm feeling just like my old self again! Yippee! Mommy took pictures of me on her bed last night wit ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ I'm feeling just like my old self again! Yippee! Mommy took pictures of me on her bed last night with my brother Simon laying by my side. I don't know why she thinks I look so funny.  I am just doing what comes naturally... the RagaMuffin flop!

Mommy is going to add that picture to my page today.  I'm glad I can keep everyone so entertained around here!

Purrrs,
Mikey]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Sniffles</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/512836/diary/Mikeys_musings/459765</link>

				<pubdate>Wed, 14 May 2008 08:25:22 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>MIKEY ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/512836/diary/Mikeys_musings/459765</guid>
		<description>I am feeling a little crumby today. My eye is watering and I have a little crackly sound in my throa ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ I am feeling a little crumby today. My eye is watering and I have a little crackly sound in my throat. Mommy puts some drops in my eyes but I didn't care for that and ran out of the room after she did that.

Mommy is looking at me with a worried expression and telling me she hopes I feel all better real soon. I don't mind all the attention I'm getting but I have to admit I feel more like sleeping today than playing. And since I don't want to have to go to the Vet, I'm going to try real hard to get all better by myself!

Purrrs,
Mikey]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Mikey Rules</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/512836/diary/Mikeys_musings/457977</link>

				<pubdate>Fri, 9 May 2008 09:23:05 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>MIKEY ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/512836/diary/Mikeys_musings/457977</guid>
		<description>I have a few rules I like to live by and I try real hard to get everyone to follow my guidelines.
 ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ I have a few rules I like to live by and I try real hard to get everyone to follow my guidelines.

1) When I visit your desk, I need to have all paperwork cleared off and out of my way. I will sweep it all to the floor so you can sort it all out after I leave.

2) When it is dinner time, please don't make me wait while you do something else. I'm hungry! I want you to stop what you are doing and FEED me! If I have to keep reminding you, I might have to give your ankle a little love bite to remind you. 

3) When I want to take a nap on your bed, I like the pillows to be all fluffed up so I can put my head on them. I also need plenty of room to sprawl out, so if you are planning on taking a nap with me, keep that in mind, okay?

4) When the weather is nice, please keep the screen door open so I can look outside at the squirrels and birds. This keeps me entertained for hours and all that fresh air is good for my health.

5) Don't forget to give me lots of healthy treats, hugs, kisses, belly rubs and praise. Those things really make my motor purr.

If you follow these simple rules, you and I are going to get along just fine.

Loving purrs,
Mikey]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>The Great Outdoors!</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/512836/diary/Mikeys_musings/455315</link>

				<pubdate>Thu, 1 May 2008 20:08:34 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>MIKEY ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/512836/diary/Mikeys_musings/455315</guid>
		<description>Well, in case you don't already know it, I'm an indoor cat. It has something to do with my breed. Th ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Well, in case you don't already know it, I'm an indoor cat. It has something to do with my breed. They say we are too docile and friendly to be outdoors because someone or something could try to hurt us and we wouldn't know how to defend ourselves.  Actually I'm quite okay with being indoors because I also heard that indoor cats outlive outdoor cats by many years!  

Anyway, sometimes Momma will take us out for a stroll in our cool strollers and that is a lot of fun. I can sit inside a screened in bed on wheels that is very comfortable. As it rolls along, I can feel the breeze in my face and see lots of interesting out door activities that I cannot see from a window inside my home. Since we moved to our new house, though we haven't gone out in our strollers. Momma always seems so busy, I was beginning to think she had forgotten about our stroller rides.  But guess what? Today she took my brother Bubby and I out on the deck in the top part of the stroller... the covered bed part. We got to sit outside with her and Daddy while Dad barbecued on the grill. It was exciting but I have to admit that I kind of whimped out and wanted to go back inside after a short while.  I don't know what I got so scared of, I feel kind of silly thinking about it now. Bubby stayed out there a really long time and he wasn't afraid at all.  I'm embarrassed that my younger brother seems to be braver than me.

I hope Momma will give me another chance to show her that I'm a brave boy.

Purrrs,
Mikey]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>I saved my girlfriend!</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/512836/diary/Mikeys_musings/454387</link>

				<pubdate>Tue, 29 Apr 2008 10:09:41 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>MIKEY ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/512836/diary/Mikeys_musings/454387</guid>
		<description>Momma told me I was a hero yesterday. While she was downstairs taking care of the other kitties, Pad ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Momma told me I was a hero yesterday. While she was downstairs taking care of the other kitties, Paddy and I were upstairs. Paddy was in the nursery with her four little kids, feeding them and playing with them. Then all of a sudden something was wrong!  Paddy seemed to be tangled up in this long spiral toy that her kids had pulled down from where it had been dangling. They were supposed to play with it from the hanging position by batting at it, but somehow they got it down and had it all stretched out. Poor Paddy was in trouble!

I ran up the next flight of stairs to the office where Auntie was on her computer. I MEOWED as loud as I could a bunch of times, but Auntie didn't understand what I was trying to tell her.  I kept saying "Meow! Meow!" but I wasn't getting my message across so I ran back to check on Paddy.  A few minutes later Momma came up the stairs and saw Paddy in trouble and got her all untangled.  That was when Auntie came out and said, she now knew what I had been trying to tell her.  

Auntie threw the toy away so no one would get in trouble again. Momma told me I saved Paddy's life because she could have hung herself when she jumped over the nursery gate. Momma and Auntie told me I am a very smart boy and that I am their hero. I think Paddy was kind of grateful too. She is giving me lots of kisses but that is just too much mushy mush for me.  I guess that is the downside of being a hero.

Purrs and head bonks,
Mikey]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Monday Monday</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/512836/diary/Mikeys_musings/453955</link>

				<pubdate>Mon, 28 Apr 2008 10:07:39 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>MIKEY ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/512836/diary/Mikeys_musings/453955</guid>
		<description>Momma slept in really late this morning. She has another cold and Auntie has a real sore throat. We  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Momma slept in really late this morning. She has another cold and Auntie has a real sore throat. We were all a little hungry but we tried not to bother them because we know when you don't feel well you need to rest.

When Momma went down to the cattery she found two of Frankie's kittens had jumped over the nursery gate and were running around with the bigger kitties. I remember the first time I did that when I was just a kid. It feels like.... FREEDOM! Wow! There was so much room to run around and so many new smells to smell and so many toys to pull out of the baskets. It was a blast... ah, I remember it well.

I like the little guys.  I always help the mom cats out by babysitting for them. My Momma and Auntie think that is so unusual and that I'm a a very special boy but I am just me.  I guess that is the way I got made.

Well, I just cleared all the papers off Mom's desk so I can lay down. I think she is down typing for me now.

Purrrs,
Mikey]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>My big date night</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/512836/diary/Mikeys_musings/453227</link>

				<pubdate>Sat, 26 Apr 2008 09:35:12 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>MIKEY ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/512836/diary/Mikeys_musings/453227</guid>
		<description>Whew! Last night was quite a night! Paddy Cake and I had full roam of the house and Auntie caught Pa ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Whew! Last night was quite a night! Paddy Cake and I had full roam of the house and Auntie caught Paddy and I smooching a couple of times.  How embarrassing! I mean here I am on my big date with my special girl and people are spying on me! Later on, when everyone else went to sleep, Paddy and I watched the moon and the stars together. I guess I'm just a romantic kind of a guy, huh?

My brother Simon decided he wanted to stay and play with the kitties that live in the lower level yesterday (Auntie's RagaMuffin cattery). He sure was tired out when he came back upstairs last night. I noticed that he didn't ask to go down there today. I used to like to go down there and visit and supervise every day.  Now I don't go so often because there is so much to attend to upstairs... like my girlfriend, Paddy!

Purrrs,
Mikey]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Back to normal</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/512836/diary/Mikeys_musings/452588</link>

				<pubdate>Thu, 24 Apr 2008 12:19:18 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>MIKEY ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/512836/diary/Mikeys_musings/452588</guid>
		<description>I was glad to see my people family return home from their outing last evening.  They said they had a ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ I was glad to see my people family return home from their outing last evening.  They said they had a great time but it is better when they are here to take care of things. I especially like it when Momma is in the kitchen when I'm hungry. All I have to do is nibble on her ankle a little bit and I get my dinner! It is good to be me.

Loving purrs,
Mikey]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Mikey in Charge</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/512836/diary/Mikeys_musings/451915</link>

				<pubdate>Tue, 22 Apr 2008 10:53:32 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>MIKEY ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/512836/diary/Mikeys_musings/451915</guid>
		<description>Momma let Paddy's kids play in the kitchen this morning while she cleaned their nursery. I had fun w ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Momma let Paddy's kids play in the kitchen this morning while she cleaned their nursery. I had fun watching them play soccer with a little blue ball. They are cute little scamps but I think they are a little shy with me 'cause I'm such a big guy.

Mom told me that I have to be in charge of the whooooole house tomorrow! She, Dad, and Auntie are going to a place called Helen to meet someone Momma worked with back in Florida. They are going to have lunch in an Alpine Village.. whatever that is. They might be gone most of the day so I am really going to have my paws full taking care of everything for them.

I better rest up real good today.  Oh oh! Here comes Paddy Cake! I need to find a place to hide!

Purr purr,
Mikey]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>My girlfriend</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/512836/diary/Mikeys_musings/451533</link>

				<pubdate>Mon, 21 Apr 2008 09:50:30 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>MIKEY ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/512836/diary/Mikeys_musings/451533</guid>
		<description>Well, it's official Paddy Cake and I are going steady... 
I am not sure if I can commit to a long t ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Well, it's official Paddy Cake and I are going steady... 
I am not sure if I can commit to a long term relationship but for now she is my numero uno.  She followed me around the house all day long yesterday! I almost couldn't breathe sometimes. I guess I was suffocating from all of that female affection.

Geeze! It is hard being a famous, good looking, friendly boy like me. The women just can't get enough of me! I'm not sure I really have what they need though, since my little operation at the Vet's, if you know what I mean.

I have to sneak away to Mom and Dad's bedroom and hope they will close the door before Paddy finds me!

Purrrs,
 Mikey]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Girl Trouble</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/512836/diary/Mikeys_musings/451118</link>

				<pubdate>Sun, 20 Apr 2008 06:36:12 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>MIKEY ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/512836/diary/Mikeys_musings/451118</guid>
		<description>You know, sometimes I think we need to have a &quot;Dear Tabby&quot; column on Catster because I could really  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ You know, sometimes I think we need to have a "Dear Tabby" column on Catster because I could really use some advice in the romance department.  There is this girl named Paddy Cake who came here to have her babies and she has taken a real shine to me. In fact, I think she wants to be my girlfirend!

 She is a beautiful girl, no doubt about that and it feels great when she rubs her head up under my chin.... purrr, purrrr, purrrr! But, she has four kids! I just don't know if I'm ready for that kind of commitment, you know?  That is a lot of instant responsibility for a care-free kind of guy like myself.

I love that Paddy Cake lets me into the nursery to play with those cute little whipper-snappers and they seem to like playing with me too.  But a guy can only take so much of being mauled and chewed on by four little furballs. I have to plan very strategic escapes.

What's a boy to do? Dear Tabby are you out there?

Purrrs,
Mikey]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Appreciation</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/512836/diary/Mikeys_musings/450784</link>

				<pubdate>Sat, 19 Apr 2008 07:17:03 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>MIKEY ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/512836/diary/Mikeys_musings/450784</guid>
		<description>Hi everyone!

Yesterday was such a special day for me. My diary was the Catster Diary of the Day a ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hi everyone!

Yesterday was such a special day for me. My diary was the Catster Diary of the Day and I got lots of paw mails and compliments and some real purrty rosettes! Thanks so much to all of you who made me feel so special.

I've been busy this morning checking out all the windows and making sure the other kitties are doing what they are supposed to. Momma laughs at the way I sleep. When she got out of bed this morning, I was propped up in the corner of the bedroom with my head resting on the wall and my body sprawled out on the floor. She said I looked like I had had a rough night! I really didn't I was just waiting to go out of the bedroom for my breakfast and I guess I fell asleep while I waited.

Today Mom and Auntie are going to grind up fresh chicken for us. Oh goody!  I will be sure to supervise this and ask for some samples to make sure it tastes okay for my brothers and sisters.

It is going to be another great day...

Love,
Mikey]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Totally Pawsome! Diary of the day!</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/512836/diary/Mikeys_musings/450459</link>

				<pubdate>Fri, 18 Apr 2008 07:20:06 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>MIKEY ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/512836/diary/Mikeys_musings/450459</guid>
		<description>When Momma told me that my diary is Catster Diary of the Day... I  did the happy dance! MEOW!! I'm s ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ When Momma told me that my diary is Catster Diary of the Day... I  did the happy dance! MEOW!! I'm so excited and I feel so honored!

Does this mean I'm famous now?  I wonder if I should I ask Momma to buy me a pair of Foster Grants so I look really cool while I paw my autographs to all of my adoring fans.

Hmmm... maybe I better rest up for the big event and take a little nap.

Purrrs,
Mikey]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Dad is home!</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/512836/diary/Mikeys_musings/450358</link>

				<pubdate>Thu, 17 Apr 2008 20:34:55 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>MIKEY ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/512836/diary/Mikeys_musings/450358</guid>
		<description>I was really happy to see Dad come back home today and I think he was happy to see me too.  I follow ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ I was really happy to see Dad come back home today and I think he was happy to see me too.  I followed him all around the house and flopped at his feet whenever he stopped moving.  I got lots of pats on the head for that!  Dad was really tired out from his long drive so I sprawled out on the bed next to him and we both took a nice long nap.  That means I can stay up late tonight!

Purrrs,
Mikey]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Beautiful Spring</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/512836/diary/Mikeys_musings/449924</link>

				<pubdate>Wed, 16 Apr 2008 17:47:55 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>MIKEY ~ writing at catster.com</author>
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		<description>Woweee! It was the purrrfect day today! The sun was shining and the sky was a brilliant blue. There  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Woweee! It was the purrrfect day today! The sun was shining and the sky was a brilliant blue. There was no humidity at all and the air was so fresh and easy to breathe.

Momma and Auntie went to a place called a Day Spa.  They went there to celebrate Auntie's birthday and I looked after things around the house while they were gone. Momma had pretty toes when she got home and she was happy to see me and my brothers and sisters. I didn't even tell on Simon for getting up on the kitchen counter while she was gone.

It was just too purrfect a day to worry about much.  My kind of day.

Purrrs,
Mikey]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>While Dad is away...</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/512836/diary/Mikeys_musings/449541</link>

				<pubdate>Tue, 15 Apr 2008 21:16:46 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>MIKEY ~ writing at catster.com</author>
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		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/512836/diary/Mikeys_musings/449541</guid>
		<description>Dad had to go away for a couple of days to the place we used to live.  I'm glad I live in my new pla ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Dad had to go away for a couple of days to the place we used to live.  I'm glad I live in my new place. It is cooler here, the air is fresher and there are more windows for me to look out of and more stairs to run up and down! 

I laid in Dad's big leather chair for a long time today and tonight I'm in his office laying on his desk chair. I guess I kind of miss him. I hope he remembers to bring me something good when he returns home. 

Purrrs,
Mikey]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Orion's Birthday</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/512836/diary/Mikeys_musings/448956</link>

				<pubdate>Mon, 14 Apr 2008 12:25:41 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>MIKEY ~ writing at catster.com</author>
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		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/512836/diary/Mikeys_musings/448956</guid>
		<description>Today is our friend, Orion's birthday. He is one year old today! My brothers and sisters and I sent  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Today is our friend, Orion's birthday. He is one year old today! My brothers and sisters and I sent him a Catster birthday cake to show him how special he is to us.

Mom made some tuna salad for her lunch today and it smelled sooooo good, I had to let her know that I wanted some. She put a little in a dish along with some of the tuna water. YUM! She told me that tuna isn't the best thing for male kitties because  of the little crystals that could block my bladder. Hmmmm... I wonder why it is that the things we love the most are the things that aren't so good for us??

I think I will have to contemplate that later. I feel a nap coming on.

Purrrs,
Mikey]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Momma's Rescue Adventure</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/512836/diary/Mikeys_musings/448749</link>

				<pubdate>Sun, 13 Apr 2008 20:43:38 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>MIKEY ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/512836/diary/Mikeys_musings/448749</guid>
		<description>Today Mom and Auntie got a call to go help out another kitty who doesn't have a nice home like I do. ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Today Mom and Auntie got a call to go help out another kitty who doesn't have a nice home like I do. The kitty was a pure bred Persian who somehow ended up in an Animal Control place and was scheduled to be euthanized this week.  

Mom and Auntie asked me to look after things around the house while they were gone. Dad is down in Florida this week, so I guess that means I'm in charge!  I told the other kitties to behave themselves while I took a nice long nap. I think they listened because when I woke up there weren't any messes and nothing got broken.

Mom and Auntie didn't have to go on such a long trip after all because they found out that the poor Persian kitty got adopted yesterday. We were all so happy to know that another kitty was going to get to live with nice humans and not have to live such a short life on earth just because no one would give her a home.

I really like happy endings!

Loving purrs,
Mikey]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Gold Finches!</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/512836/diary/Mikeys_musings/448173</link>

				<pubdate>Sat, 12 Apr 2008 10:12:41 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>MIKEY ~ writing at catster.com</author>
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		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/512836/diary/Mikeys_musings/448173</guid>
		<description>This morning my Momma showed me a flock of beautiful little gold birdies feeding from the seed tubes ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ This morning my Momma showed me a flock of beautiful little gold birdies feeding from the seed tubes in our front yard tree. Oh they are so purrrty!  I just love to watch them but I wish I could get a little closer so I could play with them too!

I can hear the thunder so I think it is going to rain some more today. Sigh! No sunny spots for my nap. I guess I'll have to go find a nice down comforter to snuggle up on.

Purrrs,
Mikey]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Screen Door</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/512836/diary/Mikeys_musings/447730</link>

				<pubdate>Fri, 11 Apr 2008 08:01:13 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>MIKEY ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/512836/diary/Mikeys_musings/447730</guid>
		<description>This morning I'm busy supervising the activities on back deck.  I can lay just inside the screen doo ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ This morning I'm busy supervising the activities on back deck.  I can lay just inside the screen door and feel the breeze on my face while I watch those chubby squirrels scurrying around eating all of the sunflower seeds before the beautiful red birds come to eat. That seems to upset my mom for some reason. She says she likes the squirrels but she wants them to leave some seeds for the Cardinals. She is going to get a different kind of feeder so that can happen.

Well, I better get busy checking out the sunny spots of the house. It is funny how they move around. Just when I get all cozy and comfortable in one of them, they move to some other place! Some days I have to keep moving down the stairway one step at a time to keep myself in the sun spot. Bother!

Purrrs,
Mikey]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Visitors and Birthdays</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/512836/diary/Mikeys_musings/447610</link>

				<pubdate>Thu, 10 Apr 2008 20:37:25 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>MIKEY ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/512836/diary/Mikeys_musings/447610</guid>
		<description>It has been a busy week at my house. My Dad had a birthday and there was a big ole chocolate cake bu ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ It has been a busy week at my house. My Dad had a birthday and there was a big ole chocolate cake but I didn't get to help eat it. Then some really nice people came to the house. They really liked me and my brother Bubby because we're both so handsome and friendly.  

Today is Aunties birthday and there was a big ole creamy colored cake but I didn't get to help eat that either.  I remember when I had a birthday I got a little can of tuna with a candle on it. Yum. Mom must have known that I would like that better than cake.

Well, I better go check on things around the house. I have to be sure everything is okay before I settle in for the night.  Meow! 

Purrrrs,
Mikey]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>March 31, 2008</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/512836/diary/Mikeys_musings/443342</link>

				<pubdate>Mon, 31 Mar 2008 07:23:26 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>MIKEY ~ writing at catster.com</author>
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		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/512836/diary/Mikeys_musings/443342</guid>
		<description>Hi, I'm Mikey!

I heard my mom say that I am a &quot;purebred RagaMuffin&quot; but I don't know what that me ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hi, I'm Mikey!

I heard my mom say that I am a "purebred RagaMuffin" but I don't know what that means. I do know that I'm a big boy for my age and that I like to flop on the floor or in my momma's arms like a big ole rag. I just love everybody and I make friends easily.  I even step aside and let smaller kitties eat my food. Momma says she sees me licking my chops like I'm hungry while they eat my food, so she takes me to a quiet place by myself so I don't have to share my plate.

It is a purrty day today, nice and cool. I can sit in the big window and see lots of birds and squirrels on the deck. They love eating sunflower seeds.  It is a lot of fun to watch them and feel the sunshine on my face. 

Ahhh... it is going to be a great day!

Purrrrs,
Mikey]]></content:encoded>
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