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<title>The Adventures of Orvis</title>
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<description>Catster diary for the cat Orvis </description>
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<copyright>Copyright 2013 by Orvis  &amp; Catster</copyright>
<pubDate>Sun, 19 May 2013 23:03:17 PDT</pubDate>
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		<title>Spring greases the wheels of Commerce!</title>
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				<pubdate>Thu, 9 May 2013 11:22:50 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Orvis  ~ writing at catster.com</author>
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		<description>Hi Friends, 
When Mom first brought my baby sisters home in January, I must admit I wasn't very hap ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hi Friends, 
When Mom first brought my baby sisters home in January, I must admit I wasn't very happy. 
But now I see the advantages of these young kits!  You know, they are now very young and attractive to the neighborhood mancats.  I have ordered them some pretty dresses and put them to work at the Side Door Shows.  Mr. Punkie has spent lots of money at our shows, friends, I am going to be rich!  
When I see the success I am having with my business, I can't help but remember with fondness and gratitude the tutelage I received from my dear late brother, Taz. 
Contented commercial purrs,
Orvis]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>The Ups and Downs of Everyday Life</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/816886</link>

				<pubdate>Mon, 18 Feb 2013 12:56:07 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Orvis  ~ writing at catster.com</author>
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		<description>Hi Friends,
First, thanks to those of you that recognized the honor I had last Friday of being name ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hi Friends,
First, thanks to those of you that recognized the honor I had last Friday of being named Cat of the Day!  I appreciate your sentiments and rosies.
To each life, some rain must fall.   And that happened to me last week.
As you know, following in Taz' pawsteps I delegated the task of chaperoning my baby sister, Lizzie May, to my brother Gomez.  Unfortunately, my friends, I found my trust misplaced!  I came home from my romantic evening with my wife to find Gomez sacked out amongst mass quantities of dessicated paczki!  The silly boy had eaten some and sucked the catnip creme out of the others with a straw, and they had imploded.  What a mess!!  Worst of all, my sister Lizzie was dancing around singing she could have danced all night with her boyfriendcat Kody.  Dancing? At her age?  With a boycat?  Gomez was in serious trouble, and I wasted no time giving him a good talking to in the morning.
I can see that I may have the job of chaperoning my little sister purrsonally.
As Taz would say, oh, the pain.
Frustrated purrs,
Orvis]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>The Ruin of Romance?</title>
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				<pubdate>Wed, 13 Feb 2013 11:05:42 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Orvis  ~ writing at catster.com</author>
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		<description>Hi Friends,
As you can see by my photos, I have been very excited by the prospect of making my wife ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hi Friends,
As you can see by my photos, I have been very excited by the prospect of making my wife's Holiday of Love the best.
Unfortunately, with the arrival of those purrfectly awful babies Lizzie May and Hailey, I may not be able to realize my romantic dreams for the day!
Mom says it is my job now, as head of household, to provide suitable chaperonage for the little girls in this household.
As Lizzie May already has a suitor, Kody, she needs a chaperone tomorrow.  But all is not lost!
I just remembered Taz gave this job to Gomez!  I will, too, as I know he is experienced with these duties.  Mom will be happy and I will be able to be the romantic dream Xena knows I can be!!
Dreaming of a romance filled VD,
Orvis]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Time for a weekend with Jim Beam</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/813703</link>

				<pubdate>Fri, 25 Jan 2013 16:24:59 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Orvis  ~ writing at catster.com</author>
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		<description>Hi Friends,
I was just getting my house settled with my new baby sister, Lizzee May.  Tuesday I hea ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hi Friends,
I was just getting my house settled with my new baby sister, Lizzee May.  Tuesday I heard my parents talking.  They said how sad they were that dear Jacob did not make it to their Anniversary, which was Wednesday.  You know, Jacob was the last cat left that my parents had when they married 15 years ago.
Mom started talking about how sad it was little Hailey, Lizzee's sister, was all alone and the only cat left from her family that wasn't adopted.  Mom said that she can't think of a better way of celebrating their anniversary than adopting Hailey too!
I tried to suggest that I knew lots of better ways to make merry, but I was outvoted.
So yesterday Lizzee's sister Hailey Isabelle came to live with us.
I am going to do what Taz used to do when times got tough.
Purrs of spending the weekend with Jim Beam,
Orv]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Welcoming a new Member to my Tribe</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/812923</link>

				<pubdate>Fri, 18 Jan 2013 16:15:31 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Orvis  ~ writing at catster.com</author>
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		<description>Hi Friends,
I didn't tell you guys, but my Auntie and my Mom have been fostering a family of kitten ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hi Friends,
I didn't tell you guys, but my Auntie and my Mom have been fostering a family of kittens and their Mama.  When Mom came home at night, I would smell that family on her!
Mom had a talk with me this morning.  She said you know, Orv, I have decided we will make one of the kittens part of our family.  As Tribe Leader, I expect you to inform the others and make her welcome.
Please join me in welcoming my new sister, Elizabeth Alexandra Mary, aka Lizzie May!
Purrs of yet another addition to my growing list of responsibilities,
Orvis]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Talkin' the Mancat Talk</title>
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				<pubdate>Sun, 13 Jan 2013 09:44:57 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Orvis  ~ writing at catster.com</author>
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		<description>Hi Friends,
As head of my home, Mom has given me the task of having the Mancat talk with Poco.  Mom ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hi Friends,
As head of my home, Mom has given me the task of having the Mancat talk with Poco.  Mom said, "Orvis, Poco is now more than twice the size you were at his age.  It is time you talked to him about ladycats, girlfriends and marriage."  I was so nervous at this prospect, my friends.  I thought it best I put on Taz' best thinking cap and sheep collar to give me strength for this task.
Purrs of how am I going to tell Poco about mancat stuff,
Orvis]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Last of the Mohicans</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/810796</link>

				<pubdate>Tue, 1 Jan 2013 12:18:26 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Orvis  ~ writing at catster.com</author>
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		<description>Hi Friends,
Last night, in the arms of my parents, my dear brother Jacob went to the bridge.
Jacob ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hi Friends,
Last night, in the arms of my parents, my dear brother Jacob went to the bridge.
Jacob had terminal cancer but I had hoped he would be with our family a bit longer.  He developed blood in his urine and my parents determined that in his very weakened condition he could not withstand further treatments.
Marvel Ann and I cuddled close to Mom all last night.  To Marvel Ann, Jacob was her dear protector and Dadcat.  To me, Jacob was the last kitty left in my house that was here when I joined the family.
We have lost three members in less than a year.  I hope the New Year will bring better health and promise.
Sad purrs and tears,
Orvis]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Leading my Family to Holiday Prosperity!</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/808595</link>

				<pubdate>Fri, 14 Dec 2012 13:38:25 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Orvis  ~ writing at catster.com</author>
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		<description>Hi Friends,
Under Taz' tutelage, I learned that to prosper one must take the world by your paws!  M ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hi Friends,
Under Taz' tutelage, I learned that to prosper one must take the world by your paws!  My family was complaining that they lacked funds for the season, and I showed them a great way we can earn extra cash for gifts and merriment!!  Even Baby Poco acquitted himself well, I think, don't you?  I am so proud of myself in this, my first season as Tribe Leader.
On the trail of Holiday Money,
Orvis]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>I have been selected for a Great Honor!</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/807153</link>

				<pubdate>Sun, 2 Dec 2012 10:00:38 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Orvis  ~ writing at catster.com</author>
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		<description>Hi Friends,
Most of you guys are familiar with my dancing abilities.  I never thought I, Orvis, wou ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hi Friends,
Most of you guys are familiar with my dancing abilities.  I never thought I, Orvis, would be asked to do anything that so publicly showcased my talents.  You see, I got an email from Mr. GS is Korea, who has a really famous song and video.  Mr. GS wanted me to do the cat version!  So here I am, on my very own page, showing how its done.
I am so proud, my friends.
Counting down to the holidays,
Orv]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Invasion of Purrivacy!</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/799442</link>

				<pubdate>Mon, 1 Oct 2012 16:44:09 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Orvis  ~ writing at catster.com</author>
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		<description>Hi Friends,
This weekend was one of Mom's favorites, Halloween picture weekend.  I was most unsatis ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hi Friends,
This weekend was one of Mom's favorites, Halloween picture weekend.  I was most unsatisfied with the costume she selected for me.  Gomez' and Poco's, even Joey's, were much nicer.  Mom said that she was going to send one to my wife, Xena, like she always does, but I said no, that I had something special in mind for her.
I thought I was in purrivate.  I thought my wife would enjoy an intimate **blushing** holiday photo of me, in nothing but a suitable hat and accessory.  I got on Skype and had what I thought was a purrivate conversation with Xena, and took several stills for future use.
I was horrified to find out that Gomez, and his stooge, the awful baby Poco, were taking pictures of me in these intimate moments!  I think they may be posting them on their pages, I am SO embarrassed!
Humiliated purrs,
Orvis]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Upheaval!</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/797987</link>

				<pubdate>Thu, 20 Sep 2012 12:51:52 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Orvis  ~ writing at catster.com</author>
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		<description>Hi Friends,
Well, I pretty much spent my summer being tortured by baths on a weekly basis!  Mom and ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hi Friends,
Well, I pretty much spent my summer being tortured by baths on a weekly basis!  Mom and Dad thought they got the cooties out of the house, but they didn't, and we had to go back to weekly baths at the end of July.  They get all of us except Marvel Ann once a week.  MA gets sprayed as Mom said the baths were making her crazy.  
That silly baby Poco Taz is turning into a giant.  I think Mom gave him some of her MiracleGro plant food by mistake. He already is as tall as I am and is eating everything in the house.  He steals all my treats and it is all I can do to keep from STARVING!! 
Mom says that soon it will be Halloween, and today our costumes arrived.  I didn't like mine at all and I snapped and growled when Mom put it on me, as that baby Poco was making fun of me! He was pulling my tail and fumbling with my costume, and otherwise disrespecting me.
Ever since that baby Poco has come to my house, my world has been turned upside down!!
Dazed and confused purrs,
Orvis]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Splish splash, I am Taking some Baths</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/782426</link>

				<pubdate>Thu, 31 May 2012 06:04:49 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Orvis  ~ writing at catster.com</author>
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		<description>Hi, Friends,
Oh, I can't begin to tell you the upheaval in our house!  Mom and Dad got home with Po ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hi, Friends,
Oh, I can't begin to tell you the upheaval in our house!  Mom and Dad got home with Poco Taz last Friday and Mom began taking all of our toys and blankets away.  Poco has been in his room ever since, and he gets to GO OUTSIDE on a leash with Dad.  I NEVER got to do this. Worst of all, my friends, Mom grabbed me Saturday night and put me in the tub with Dad.  She soaked me with water and put stinky stuff on me.  I screamed in agony and outrage.  She did this with all of my siblings so we all smell the same, my friends.  Wouldn't you know that Alma Jean enjoyed the experience; I think she is just trying to butter up Mom and Dad!
Last night the water torture was repeated.  At least I was able to sleep under the covers with Mom all night until my psyche was mended.
I am not happy with these development, my friends.
Unhappy purrs,
Orvis]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Growing Pains!</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/781302</link>

				<pubdate>Wed, 23 May 2012 07:40:51 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Orvis  ~ writing at catster.com</author>
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		<description>Hi Friends,
Well, Gomez and I and the rest of our family have been trying to take care of that craz ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hi Friends,
Well, Gomez and I and the rest of our family have been trying to take care of that crazy baby Poco Taz!  As soon as my parents let him out of his room, he ran about the house like a kitten maniac.  Gomez didn't know what to do except to get hot water.  I told him that surely the internet baby sites he visited said to do something for a baby besides that!  I have tried to escort him to his litter box, and he is very good about using it except when he rolls in the litter and I can't stop him.  It is frustrating that he will not listen to me when I tell him not to do things. This morning he ran way up to the top of one of our cat towers and I was so afraid he would fall off.  I am going to have to relax if I am going to be a good cat mentor, my friends!  If you have any tips for me on parenting Poco, I would like to hear them.
Exasperated purrs, 
Orvis]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Getting the Nursery Ready</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/778833</link>

				<pubdate>Sun, 6 May 2012 08:03:08 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Orvis  ~ writing at catster.com</author>
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		<description>Hi Friends,
It's only 5 days until the new baby arrives.  Gomez and I have been trying to get ready ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hi Friends,
It's only 5 days until the new baby arrives.  Gomez and I have been trying to get ready for the new baby.  We have been consulting online baby sites.  There is so much to do!
Taz taught me that when I have lots to do, I should make lists and prioritize my tasks.  So here is my big list!
1.  Make sure everything is very clean.  I am making Mom do laundry.  Taz always said Mom's talents were uniquely suited to cleaning.  
2.  Practice litter box teaching skills.  I will have the baby using the little mancats' room with me or Gomez.  If you recall, I did this with Taz so well he called me Senator!
3.  Go shopping for baby food.  I did this and picked up a few things for myself!
4.  Make sure baby has plenty of speedos!
5.  Check my playlist for good tunes that are easy to dance to.
Can you think of anything I am missing, my friends?
Purrs of paternal responsibility,
Orvis]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>My family is Growing!</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/775554</link>

				<pubdate>Sun, 15 Apr 2012 13:57:48 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Orvis  ~ writing at catster.com</author>
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		<description>Hi Friends,
I was surprised to see I am a daily diary pick!  I hope you guys enjoy reading about me ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hi Friends,
I was surprised to see I am a daily diary pick!  I hope you guys enjoy reading about me and my family.
Well, my new sister Alma Jean has arrived and I am pleased to report everyone is getting along with her!  She just kind of hangs around the house with us and our parents, and does not tease us or get in our faces.  We like this.  Last night she came up on the bed with all of us for the first time, and we had no fights or hisses. 
I heard Mom and Dad talking yesterday after they got home from a cat show.  You see, my Dad has missed my big brother Taz very, very much.  Dad raised Taz from a little kitten and he was with him constantly.  My parents have decided that they are going to adopt a very special little kitten for DAd, who was born on the same day Taz went to the bridge.  He is with his sisters and mom now, and will be coming to our home around May 11.
His name is now Taz.  Mom says she will call him Little Taz.  Dad says that might not work when he is 20 pounds or more!  This kitten must be some kind of giant breed of cat!
Purrs of growing responsibilities as head of a large household,
Orvis]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Anticipation</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/773852</link>

				<pubdate>Fri, 6 Apr 2012 05:47:57 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Orvis  ~ writing at catster.com</author>
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		<description>Hi Friends,
Today I take on the most important task yet in my new position as head of my household. ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hi Friends,
Today I take on the most important task yet in my new position as head of my household.
Mom said it will be my job to prepare and lead my family in the welcoming of my new sister.  She will arrive this evening.
I have all of my siblings readying themselves for her arrival.  I told Gomez to remember what Taz has taught him about his actions around ladies.  Also, I told Marvel Ann to begin organizing the closet better so our new sister can see the wardrobe that awaits her!
We can't wait to introduce her to you, my friends,
Until next time,
Orvis]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>My Beloved Sister Ko has Flown to the Bridge</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/771255</link>

				<pubdate>Tue, 20 Mar 2012 06:58:58 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Orvis  ~ writing at catster.com</author>
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		<description>Hi Friends,
I guess Taz will be seeing another member of our family much sooner than any of us thou ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hi Friends,
I guess Taz will be seeing another member of our family much sooner than any of us thought, or hoped.  My sister Ko fell asleep for the last time this morning in the arms of my Mom.  Ko had been doing so well, but yesterday Mom was giving her a pill and saw that her mouth was bleeding.  When she took Ko to the doctor, they found that the tumor had broken through to her mouth.  The doctors can't fix this, so Mom brought Ko home to say goodbye.  She had pain killers so she was comfortable and was able to eat overnight.
I am going to miss dear Ko.
Sad purrs,
Orvis]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>What Would Taz Do?</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/770969</link>

				<pubdate>Sun, 18 Mar 2012 11:28:41 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Orvis  ~ writing at catster.com</author>
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		<description>Hi Friends,
It's spring early here.  I should be happy it's so warm out and I can look out the open ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hi Friends,
It's spring early here.  I should be happy it's so warm out and I can look out the open windows at the birdies.  But my new responsibility weighs heavily upon me.
You see, Taz named me his Purrsonal Representative.  This means I am in charge of all his possessions, his properties, and his business.  Yes, I must maintain and protect Taz' Closet and Taz' Side Door Shows, among other things.  I was so surprised to hear Taz' last wishes from Mom.
I know I will need the help of my family to represent Taz' legacy.  With the warmer weather, customers started showing up at the Side Door.  I have named brother Gomez President of the Shows to attend to production immediately.
Jacob will help me curate Taz' Closet.  Joey is helping with Taz' other interests, such as his electric beds and linens.  Marvel Ann of course will continue as the entertainment for the Shows.  And finally, Taz left instructions that I was not to give Ko a job.  She needs all her strength to fight her disease, and Taz knew this.
Please wish me good luck, Friends, I so want to continue as Taz would want me so to do.
Apprehensive Purrs,
Orvis]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Xena is Cat of the Day!</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/767964</link>

				<pubdate>Wed, 29 Feb 2012 05:33:31 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Orvis  ~ writing at catster.com</author>
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		<description>Hi Friends,
My beautiful wife, Xena, is Cat of the Day today!  Please join me in sending good wishe ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hi Friends,
My beautiful wife, Xena, is Cat of the Day today!  Please join me in sending good wishes to my wife on this wonderful honor.
http://www.catster.com/cats/288223
Proud husbandly purrs,
Orvis]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>A Tribute to my Dearest Brother</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/767100</link>

				<pubdate>Fri, 24 Feb 2012 07:46:45 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Orvis  ~ writing at catster.com</author>
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		<description>Hi Friends, 
By now I think many of you know my dear brother, Taz, made his final journey to be wit ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hi Friends, 
By now I think many of you know my dear brother, Taz, made his final journey to be with his beloved Catsy.
My family is in shock. Taz went to his regular vet visit on Wednesday.  A few hours after they got home, Taz began crying and crying.  My parents noticed that he was arching his back and could not walk properly.  By the time they got him to the vet Thursday, he had gone blind; they checked his blood pressure and it was stable.  His blood work came back with news his kidneys had lost more function.  Any of these things alone Mom and Dad may have been able to help Taz through, but all of them together made him frightened and in pain.  
I slept with Mom all of last night.  You see, I loved my brother Taz very much.  He taught me all I know about being a fine mancat, dressing well and pleasing the ladies.  I don't quite know what I will do without him.
I know you all loved my big brother, too.  Please join me in looking at the sky tonight, and thinking of my big brother Taz, healthy and happy with his beloved Catsy, beyond the rainbow.
Purrs of love and remembrance,
Orvis]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Proudly displaying my birthday gift from TAZ!</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/766704</link>

				<pubdate>Wed, 22 Feb 2012 05:38:38 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Orvis  ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
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		<description>Hi Friends,
Boy, I really stumped you guys!  Here I am in my birthday gift from Taz.  As you can se ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hi Friends,
Boy, I really stumped you guys!  Here I am in my birthday gift from Taz.  As you can see, as he promised they look completely natural and womencats, specifically my wife, will love them!!  I can't wait for Mom to make me a speedo that matches the color inside the ears.  Look out, POOL BOYCAT!!!
Purrs of proud manliness,
Orivs]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Birthday Gift from Taz</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/766410</link>

				<pubdate>Mon, 20 Feb 2012 09:04:51 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Orvis  ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
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		<description>Hi Friends,
My brother Taz got me the best birthday gift!  He says that when I look at them I will  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hi Friends,
My brother Taz got me the best birthday gift!  He says that when I look at them I will always think of him.  Taz told me that he chose them with me in mind, that they look completely natural on me, and that my wife will just love them!!!!
Can you guess what Taz gave me for my birthday?
Double Jeopardy Purrs,
Orvis]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>I'm a Big Mancat Now</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/766194</link>

				<pubdate>Sun, 19 Feb 2012 07:22:31 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Orvis  ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
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		<description>Hi, Friends,
Well thank you for your birthday wishes!  Mom got a late start today and didn't get my ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hi, Friends,
Well thank you for your birthday wishes!  Mom got a late start today and didn't get my picture in my birthday suit up until now.  Mom says she can't believe I am five years old!  Just a short while ago, she says, I was just a little guy.  Now I am big and manly.
I was glad to have some good news about Ko for my birthday.  She went for her checkup yesterday and she is tolerating the chemo well, and her tumor is stable.  Most importantly she feels good and is doing her usual activities and eating.
My wife sent me some very nice presents.  If you look in my birthday picture, you will see the shiny fabric she sent me.  I think she wants my mom to make me a SPEEDO out of it!  Xena also sent me some toys that I love.
I am off to eat some birthday goodies!
Until next time,
Your friend, Orvis]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Update on Ko</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/764312</link>

				<pubdate>Wed, 8 Feb 2012 16:11:42 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Orvis  ~ writing at catster.com</author>
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		<description>Hi Friends,
Mom heard from Ko's oncologist today.  The pathology was inconclusive as to cancer, or  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hi Friends,
Mom heard from Ko's oncologist today.  The pathology was inconclusive as to cancer, or what kind.  The only way to tell for sure is to go through Ko's mouth and cut out samples; you can't go through the outside because the jaw is so compromised by the tumor.  Mom doesn't want to do this as Ko was so uncomfortable just by having the needle go in the tumor.  So, as the doctor says she is almost positive this is cancer, we will treat it as such and try some chemo that may help.  This is a pill we will give Ko starting Monday, and she will be rechecked a week from this Saturday.
Mom is trying to do her best by Ko and is hoping this is the best course.  There are no good answers with mouth tumors in kitties.  Right now Ko is active, seems comfortable and with her appetite stimulant is eating.  
Worried purrs,
Orvis]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Ko's Oncology Visit</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/763581</link>

				<pubdate>Sat, 4 Feb 2012 14:19:13 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Orvis  ~ writing at catster.com</author>
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		<description>Hi Friends,
Thanks so much for your purrs for our dear Ko.  My folks took her to the oncologist tod ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hi Friends,
Thanks so much for your purrs for our dear Ko.  My folks took her to the oncologist today.  She thinks that Ko may have fibrosarcoma but she won't know for sure until she gets the biopsy results back mid week.  We do not want Ko to have surgery or radiation, but we are willing to try a new chemotherapy pill that may slow the growth of the tumor with little or no side effects.  Mom is also experienced in feed tubes for kittys so we will also consider this to keep Ko's quality of life good.  You see, with oral cancer a kitty may become very ill or die from the effects of not eating even before she succumbs to the cancer.  The doctor also gave Ko a new appetite stimulant.  Ko is now resting and Mom believes her jaw is sore from the needle biopsy.  We are hoping she will feel like eating more tomorrow.
I am going to be a very good brother and be very quiet so Ko can sleep.
Soft purrs, 
Orvis]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Please Purr for my Sister, Ko</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/763347</link>

				<pubdate>Fri, 3 Feb 2012 11:26:22 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Orvis  ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/763347</guid>
		<description>Hi Friends,
Mom has received very bad news about my older sister, Ko.  Ko was under anesthesia for  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hi Friends,
Mom has received very bad news about my older sister, Ko.  Ko was under anesthesia for her dental when her doctor saw a large mass in her jaw which has destroyed jawbone; the doctor did not want to go ahead and clean Ko's teeth as she was afraid her jaw would break.  Mom is taking Ko to the oncologist tomorrow morning.  She is hoping that there is something that can help Ko stay with us comfortably a little longer.
Sad Purrs, 
Orvis]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>I'm a diary pick today; modeling VD fashions</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/762087</link>

				<pubdate>Fri, 27 Jan 2012 05:51:38 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Orvis  ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
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		<description>Hi, Friends,
I was surprised to wake up and find out I am a diary pick.  Taz said that I should use ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hi, Friends,
I was surprised to wake up and find out I am a diary pick.  Taz said that I should use this opportunity to showcase some of my VD fashions he selected for me for this year's photo shoot.
My profile picture illustrates that continental mancat stallion look that is so popular for spring.  The bright crimson beret showcases my jaunty expression and the bow tie finishes the look.
Yours in couture,
Orvis]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Snowsuits can be sexy!</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/760991</link>

				<pubdate>Fri, 20 Jan 2012 16:08:36 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Orvis  ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/760991</guid>
		<description>Hi Friends,
I wanted to mail a picture of myself to my dear wife in Florida.  Unfortunately, it has ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hi Friends,
I wanted to mail a picture of myself to my dear wife in Florida.  Unfortunately, it has gotten really cold.  Taz took a picture of me in my snowsuit.  He said my wife can watch the Floritoms in their speedos and then look at her picture of me in my snowsuit!  I didn't think that was funny.  So I told Xena in my letter I had my speedo underneath my snowsuit.
Purrs of keeping my wife thinking of her loving husband,
Orvis]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>My Best Friend Bosco Went to the Bridge</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/759689</link>

				<pubdate>Fri, 13 Jan 2012 07:33:26 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Orvis  ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/759689</guid>
		<description>Hello, Friends,
I am crying.  My dear friend Bosco, who is now Catster's cat of the week, went to t ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hello, Friends,
I am crying.  My dear friend Bosco, who is now Catster's cat of the week, went to the bridge suddenly last night.  He had asthma but his death was unexpected.  His Dad, Bob is devastated and I am sure he would appreciate words of comfort.
Bosco's page:  http://www.catster.com/cats/332574
Sad purrs,
Orvis]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>My Best Buddy is Cat of the Week!</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/759157</link>

				<pubdate>Tue, 10 Jan 2012 09:30:02 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Orvis  ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/759157</guid>
		<description>Hi Friends,
My best buddy, Bosco, is Cat of The Week!
http://www.catster.com/cats/332574
I hope y ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hi Friends,
My best buddy, Bosco, is Cat of The Week!
http://www.catster.com/cats/332574
I hope you will join me in concatulating him for this great honor!
Purrs of pride that my best buddy is COTW,
Orvis]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>I'm the King in this Castle!</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/758551</link>

				<pubdate>Fri, 6 Jan 2012 11:21:36 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Orvis  ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
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		<description>Hi, Friends,
I wasn't happy earlier today when I saw Gomez running around our house in his king col ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hi, Friends,
I wasn't happy earlier today when I saw Gomez running around our house in his king collar and hat.
He still doesn't speak catEnglish very well.  He told Taz that it was deahh dah Rayass or something like that.  Taz told him what to do with his Ray **s so he went running out of Taz' room!
Well, I don't think that Gomez is the king of this castle!
Majestic purrs,
Orvis]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>My new Swimsuit!</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/757703</link>

				<pubdate>Sun, 1 Jan 2012 09:09:59 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Orvis  ~ writing at catster.com</author>
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		<description>Hi Friends,
To celebrate the New Year, Mom took pictures of me modeling my new gift from Taz this m ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hi Friends,
To celebrate the New Year, Mom took pictures of me modeling my new gift from Taz this morning.  She even put me on a beach towel so my dear wife can imagine me with her in Florida!  Anyway, I thought I'd post a picture of my gift on my page to get you guys all excited about seeing me wearing it.
And Marvel Ann even let me borrow her sun hat for the pictures!
Happy New Year Purrs,
ORv]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>A Great Christmas!</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/756759</link>

				<pubdate>Tue, 27 Dec 2011 09:10:26 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Orvis  ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/756759</guid>
		<description>Hi, Friends,
I sure hope Santa was as good to all of you as he was to me!
I finally got a bed of m ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hi, Friends,
I sure hope Santa was as good to all of you as he was to me!
I finally got a bed of my own from my best friend Bosco.  My sweet wife sent me wonderful toys and treats.  Do you like my new red and white ensemble?  Mom gave this to me.
Last, but not least, I received a very special gift from my dear brother Taz.  He heard me telling Mom how anxious I was about my wife Xena going to Florida again, where they have many manly and buff Floritoms that may wish to flirt with my beloved.
Tax has presented me with a marvelous new swimsuit.  He said even the Toms in South Beach don't have anything like it!  I don't know where that is but apparently the cats there are very stylish.
I will model my new swimsuit soon, as I want my portrait wearing it to be at my wife's winter home when she arrives!
Purring at the thought of Xena admiring my buff bod in a new swimsuit,
Orv]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Santa mailed his gifts!</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/754141</link>

				<pubdate>Tue, 13 Dec 2011 11:58:12 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Orvis  ~ writing at catster.com</author>
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		<description>Hi, Friends,
I was able to get my gifts off early this year!  You know, I worked really hard so I c ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hi, Friends,
I was able to get my gifts off early this year!  You know, I worked really hard so I could give my earnings to mom to get and make nice things for my wife and family.  Gomez helped me this year; he would select and play music and I would give my purrformance!  Taz said he couldn't believe that folks would actually pay me for my skills.  I think he is just jealous!  Anyway, my gifts to Xena and my best friend, Bosco and their families are in the mail.  I hope they like them!
Purring purrfect holiday tunes,
Orvis]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Howlin' Mad this Halloween</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/746695</link>

				<pubdate>Sun, 30 Oct 2011 16:51:05 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Orvis  ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
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		<description>Hi Friends,
You know, I think to my Mom I will always be a baby!  Today I saw Taz looking handsome  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hi Friends,
You know, I think to my Mom I will always be a baby!  Today I saw Taz looking handsome and manly in his beautiful Wizard Costume for his holiday photoshoot.  I told Mom this was the garment I wished to wear.  Mom said, "No, you're Mama's little devil!".  I am NOT little and I am NOT a devil!
Purrturbed Purrs,
Orvis]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>I am still walking on sunshine....</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/744657</link>

				<pubdate>Mon, 17 Oct 2011 17:00:02 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Orvis  ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
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		<description>Hello, Friends,
Well, I had an eventful vacation with my parents.  I will write more and show more  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hello, Friends,
Well, I had an eventful vacation with my parents.  I will write more and show more pictures as the days go on.
But I can't wait to tell you all about my visit yesterday with my wife and her family!!  Xena's Mom answered the door, and my nice doggie bros - in - law, Toby and Geno, invited me into the entry to chat while we waited for Xena.  I guess she was primping!! Anyway, I told the boys that I became an honorary unioncat soldier on my vacation.  As you can see, Geno was very impressed with this news and my official cap.   
Then, my glorious Xena walked into the room.  I was so excited, I nearly needed to use the litter box!!  Of course, I removed my hat when she came into the room.  My wife said I was handsome and manly, and as you can see, she rubbed against me, again and again!!!  That's ok when you are married as we are.
My Mom loved Xena too, and enjoyed snuggling with her.  In too short a time, we had to leave.  I can't wait until I see my sweet wife and her family again!!
Dreamily,
Orvis]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>All flat and ready to go to Pennsylvania!</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/743814</link>

				<pubdate>Wed, 12 Oct 2011 05:44:11 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Orvis  ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
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		<description>Hi friends, 
Well, I am all ready to go!  Mom and Dad won't even notice I am with them until it is  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hi friends, 
Well, I am all ready to go!  Mom and Dad won't even notice I am with them until it is too late to turn back.  Sweet Xena, here I come!!!!!!!!!!
Cruisin for a lovin'
Orv]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Getting ready for my Trip!</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/743270</link>

				<pubdate>Sun, 9 Oct 2011 11:51:33 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Orvis  ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/743270</guid>
		<description>Hi Friends,
What would I ever do without the advice of my brother, Taz?  I was getting so worried a ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hi Friends,
What would I ever do without the advice of my brother, Taz?  I was getting so worried about how I would ever tag along with my parents on their vacation to Pennsylvania.  As you can see by my photo, Taz has showed me how to sneak along.  They'll never catch me!!
Excited anticipatory purrs,
Orvis]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Counting the days....</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/742260</link>

				<pubdate>Mon, 3 Oct 2011 12:53:40 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Orvis  ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/742260</guid>
		<description>Hi Friends,
Mom said to Dad they are leaving on their trip to Pennsylvania next week.  I had been p ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hi Friends,
Mom said to Dad they are leaving on their trip to Pennsylvania next week.  I had been practicing my dance moves, and trying on speedos from my extensive collection to decide which ones would best impress my wife and her family.
Imagine my surprise and sorrow when Taz told me my parents are leaving me with the rest of my family, at home with a Babycatsitter!!  I cried and cried, until I thought of a plan!  
As you can see, I have developed a clever disguise so I can stow away in my parents' vehicle!  This way I will be able to visit my sweet wife, and cuddle her in PURRSON!
Purrs of anticipation,
Orvis]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>A Trip to see my sweet Wife!</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/736398</link>

				<pubdate>Fri, 2 Sep 2011 11:28:29 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Orvis  ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/736398</guid>
		<description>Hi Friends,
I heard my parents talking and it sounds like they will be going to Pennsylvania in Oct ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hi Friends,
I heard my parents talking and it sounds like they will be going to Pennsylvania in October.  I am so excited, because my wife Xena lives there.  I am going to figure out a way I can hide and go with them!  Taz said that he heard my wife's family lives on a nice property next to a woods, and that I better be careful; they might see me at the door and think I was a forest varmint!!
Well, I don't know what that is but it doesn't sound like my wife's family would be glad to see one.  So, I am going to wear my new hat, and Xena will know it is me!  So there!
Purrs of excitement at the prospect of seeing my Wife,
Orvis]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>New Addition to my Extended Family!</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/732932</link>

				<pubdate>Tue, 16 Aug 2011 17:11:53 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Orvis  ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/732932</guid>
		<description>Hi Friends,
I just spoke with my wife and her family has adopted a new boy!
His name is Snickers.  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hi Friends,
I just spoke with my wife and her family has adopted a new boy!
His name is Snickers.  Xena's folks knew he was the siamese for them as Xena's late dad was named Snickers.  Xena's family missed having a boycat very much.
I hope you will join me in welcoming him to Catster.
Here is his page:
http://www.catster.com/cats/1200768
Purrs,
Orv]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>I got to keep my teeth!</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/730842</link>

				<pubdate>Thu, 4 Aug 2011 05:42:20 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Orvis  ~ writing at catster.com</author>
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		<description>Hi Friends,
Thanks for your good wishes and purrs, and I am pleased to tell you that I got to keep  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hi Friends,
Thanks for your good wishes and purrs, and I am pleased to tell you that I got to keep all my teeth.  As you can see by the picture Nurse Deb took of me, they gave me some fun drugs and a snuggly blankie after my dental.  Although I like to send things to my sweet wife, but I wasn't looking forward to sending her my teeth, and I am glad I didn't have to do so!
Nurse Deb said I had something called Ginger Vitus.  I had to get an antibiotic injection.  I wonder if it is some kind of orange cat infection I got from Taz? Or maybe Gomez?
Hmmmm.....
Glad to be home with Mom purrs,
Orv]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Tooth Terror!</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/730683</link>

				<pubdate>Tue, 2 Aug 2011 15:37:06 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Orvis  ~ writing at catster.com</author>
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		<description>Hi Friends,
Well, as you know my Mom said I have to have a dental.  I didn't know what that was, so ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hi Friends,
Well, as you know my Mom said I have to have a dental.  I didn't know what that was, so I asked Taz, who is so old he has had many dentals.
Taz brought out the things you see in my new picture to show me what will happen.  He said the doctor picks at my teeth with that sharp thing, and pulls them out with the pliers and puts them on that chopper.  The ones that don't fit on the chopper, Taz said, they put in the tooth shaped case.  He said if I ask my vet they will send all of my teeth to my wife Xena.  Taz recommended the tooth presentation box if I want to do this, and not the chopper. 
I am going to begin hiding now.  Mom will never find me before tomorrow morning.  
I don't think my wife wants a toothless husband!!
Very worried potentially toothless purrs,
Orvis]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Monday, Monday, Can't Trust that Day..</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/729746</link>

				<pubdate>Mon, 25 Jul 2011 13:17:03 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Orvis  ~ writing at catster.com</author>
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		<description>Hi Friends,
It has been a while since I wrote a diary entry.  I have been having a very nice summer ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hi Friends,
It has been a while since I wrote a diary entry.  I have been having a very nice summer, that is, until last night!
I thought I was going to enjoy another night sleeping next to my Mom.  She says I am her fuzzband!  All of a sudden, while I was upstairs waiting for her to get in bed, Mom picked me up and took me down to the basement bathroom.  Dad had given me a nice bed, and toilet facilities, but only water, no food!! I was starving, my friends.
And do you think they let me out or fed me in the morning? No!  All I heard was Taz singing that awful Monday Monday song outside the door.  I don't think that was very nice of him.
Mom took me with her to the office, and still I received no food.
I knew I was in trouble when she put me in my carrier again this afternoon, and we arrived at that awful place that smells funny and makes me hiss.  They put a thingy over my face, and then it was all over and I was back in my carrier with Mom.
Mom said I did really well, but I was sure glad to get out of there.  She said I need something called a dental next week; I wonder what that means.  I will have to ask Taz when I get home; I'm staying with Mom at her office the rest of the day because I still can't eat.  
Hungry purrs, Orvis]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Fuzzband!</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/724317</link>

				<pubdate>Sun, 5 Jun 2011 07:51:19 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Orvis  ~ writing at catster.com</author>
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		<description>Hi Friends,
I hope you are enjoying your summer.  It is a beautiful day here and I watched my Mom o ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hi Friends,
I hope you are enjoying your summer.  It is a beautiful day here and I watched my Mom out the window in her garden.
Dad left early this morning.  I knew he would be gone for a while as he took the funny thing he puts all his speedos in.  You know, I love my Dad a lot, but when he is not here, I get to sleep on his place on the bed next to Mom with my head on his pillow.
It's like I am Mom's Fuzzband!
Purrs,
Orvis]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Victory Dance!</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/717589</link>

				<pubdate>Mon, 4 Apr 2011 13:04:58 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Orvis  ~ writing at catster.com</author>
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		<description>Hi Friends,
I had such a good time with my wife and family at our recent outing.  
You know, I tho ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hi Friends,
I had such a good time with my wife and family at our recent outing.  
You know, I thought Gomez was kind of a bore.  I was so wrong, he knows how to show kits a good time! Taz had named him in charge of our outing, and he chose a place he knew the girls would love.
As an added bonus, Russell, Gomez and I got to show off the routine we purrfected before the show.  Xena stuffed my speedo with lots of bills!  MA tried to do the same to Russell, and for some reason she couldn't!  And Gomez had so much money tied to his tail by enthusiastic ladycats he could hardly move.  I won amateur night!!!!! Xena was so proud of me.  I promised her a private victory dance!! **blushing furiously**
I don't know where Taz was during the show, the ladycats must have been 5 deep by the stage.  He was really grumpy during the ride home, I am sorry he could not see our purrformance.
I can't wait until our next family outing, my friends.
Dancing purrs,
Orvis]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Our Second Wedding Anniversary!</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/716786</link>

				<pubdate>Tue, 29 Mar 2011 07:10:30 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Orvis  ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/716786</guid>
		<description>Hi Friends,
It's our second anniversary today!  You know, it's hard to believe that I have been the ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hi Friends,
It's our second anniversary today!  You know, it's hard to believe that I have been the husband of my beloved Xena for two whole years of pure bliss!  I must tell you, mancats, marriage is so satisfying when you find a womancat like my dearest Xena!
Purrs of anniversarial bliss,
Orvis]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Inquiring Purrs want to know...</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/711873</link>

				<pubdate>Thu, 17 Feb 2011 09:19:41 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Orvis  ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
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		<description>Hi Friends,
Well, it appears I am a daily diary pick!
Some of my friends have asked questions abou ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hi Friends,
Well, it appears I am a daily diary pick!
Some of my friends have asked questions about my last diary entry.  I want you all to know that I had a wonderful VD with my dear wife!
Some of you asked why I wore my clown suit and brought whipped cream and Barry to our romantic date.
As you can see by my new profile picture, the clown suit brings back special memories for Xena and I  ***blushing furiously***
Whipped cream is among our favorite treats, and we take turns licking it off each other's paws!  
And what would a romantic evening be without BARRY MANILOW'S GREATEST HITS!
I hope this satisfies your curiosity, my friends,
Until next time,
Orvis  aka "Mr. Romance"]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Getting ready for my big VD date with Xena!</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/711410</link>

				<pubdate>Mon, 14 Feb 2011 11:52:34 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Orvis  ~ writing at catster.com</author>
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		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/711410</guid>
		<description>Hi Friends,
It's my third year of bliss with my beloved wife!  You know, she became my Valentine th ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hi Friends,
It's my third year of bliss with my beloved wife!  You know, she became my Valentine three years ago today, and we have been together ever since.
I'm preparing a special VD evening with Xena.  I have ironed my clown suit and hat, I have Barry ready in Mom's electronic thing, which I can wear on my collar, and I have 2 full cans of whipped cream!
Looking forward to a romantic evening,
Orvis]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Prepare for the Blizzard!</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/709558</link>

				<pubdate>Tue, 1 Feb 2011 05:55:19 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Orvis  ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/709558</guid>
		<description>Hi Friends,
Mom says we have a blizzard warning in our area starting at 7 pm tonight.  I am a good  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hi Friends,
Mom says we have a blizzard warning in our area starting at 7 pm tonight.  I am a good boycat scout and am getting Prepared!  As you can see, I am wearing my warm hoodie and have my paw extended to help Mom get ready for the storm.
Stay warm and help your Moms, my friends,
Orvis]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>My Wife is a Steelers Cheerleader!</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/708446</link>

				<pubdate>Sun, 23 Jan 2011 16:21:56 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Orvis  ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/708446</guid>
		<description>Hi Friends!
I am so excited, my wife Xena is now a Pittsburgh Steelers' cheerleader!  I am so proud ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hi Friends!
I am so excited, my wife Xena is now a Pittsburgh Steelers' cheerleader!  I am so proud of my wife!  I have put a picture of her in her cute uniform for you to see.
Purrs of husbandly pride,
Orvis]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>I hurt my Mom : (</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/707932</link>

				<pubdate>Wed, 19 Jan 2011 09:38:51 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Orvis  ~ writing at catster.com</author>
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		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/707932</guid>
		<description>Hi Friends,
My parents have been letting that Gomez out at night, which means he is sleeping on the ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hi Friends,
My parents have been letting that Gomez out at night, which means he is sleeping on the bed with us.
I was trying to avoid him last night, and I walked across my Mom's face and my back claw scratched her by her mouth.  My Mom yelled and I went under the bed and cried, I felt so bad.  Mom says it will take a while to heal.
It's all Gomez' fault!
Upset purrs,
Orvis]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>My Meal Stolen!</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/707251</link>

				<pubdate>Fri, 14 Jan 2011 07:41:24 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Orvis  ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/707251</guid>
		<description>Hi Friends,
That new brother of mine is driving me crazy!  This morning Mom put down a nice plate o ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hi Friends,
That new brother of mine is driving me crazy!  This morning Mom put down a nice plate of kitty filet mignon.  I began to nibble on it when that giant boobcat, Gomez, came up and started eating right out of my plate!   I got mad and left.  I am glad that he still has to sleep in his room at night.  He would probably come under the covers and try to sleep with me and Mom!
Outraged purrs,
Orvis]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Real Men Wear Pink</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/705873</link>

				<pubdate>Sun, 2 Jan 2011 10:55:11 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Orvis  ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
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		<description>Hi Friends,
I am feeling rather blue as my wife, Xena, is going to Florida.  Taz is always teasing  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hi Friends,
I am feeling rather blue as my wife, Xena, is going to Florida.  Taz is always teasing me that she will see lots of manly stallion Toms down there, wearing speedos.
Well, I am going to show Xena that her loving husband can compete with those Floritoms!  As Gomez received so many complements on his winter accessories, I stole them and am wearing them for photos to send my sweet wife on Taz' new IPawd.
Happy New Year,
Orvis]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Almost a Popsicle Pet!</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/704979</link>

				<pubdate>Sun, 26 Dec 2010 17:28:37 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Orvis  ~ writing at catster.com</author>
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		<description>Hi Friends,
I hope all of you had a very nice Christmas.  I did, and got some nice gifts from our s ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hi Friends,
I hope all of you had a very nice Christmas.  I did, and got some nice gifts from our secret Santa Reeses and family, and of course I received lovely things from my wife.
I have resolved in the new year to listen more to what my Mom tells me to do.  You see, Mom has two unheated walk in closets off the basement that she is always telling me to keep away from.  Today I snuck in after her.  Mom didn't see me and I was in there a few hours before she heard me crying to get out.  I was so cold!  I went right into the heated tent and curled up into a ball until I got warm!
I guess I won't be going back in there for a while.  I am waiting until Mom goes upstairs to bed and I will go under the covers with her the rest of the night.
Still Warming up,
Orvis]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>My Christmas Saved!</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/702986</link>

				<pubdate>Sun, 12 Dec 2010 11:57:06 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Orvis  ~ writing at catster.com</author>
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		<description>Hi Friends,
Well, you guys know how afraid I was that I wouldn't have enough saved up to get my dea ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hi Friends,
Well, you guys know how afraid I was that I wouldn't have enough saved up to get my dear wife a present.  Mom said to me yesterday, Orv, you have more than enough as that Santa Thong Dancing stint I did at our local pet store was enough to get a real nice one!  I helped Mom put together something Xena and her family would really like.  Today we are getting the package ready to send.
Purrs of holiday cheer,
Orvis]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>I work hard for my money!</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/702434</link>

				<pubdate>Tue, 7 Dec 2010 16:41:23 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Orvis  ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
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		<description>Hi, Friends,
Today I went to work with Mom.  I was trying to earn some more money to get a nice gif ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hi, Friends,
Today I went to work with Mom.  I was trying to earn some more money to get a nice gift for my wife.  I hadn't been there for awhile and the room smelled like Gomez!  Mom brought some clean blankies but I was still upset and cold.  
Mom got mad because I kept stomping on her phone.  At least I didn't call the police like Marvel Ann!
Mom wasn't happy about my attitude and I am afraid I didn't make enough to buy my wife a nice Christmas present.  I hope Xena will love me anyway!
Disappointed purrs,
Orvis]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>My name is not Bad Boy!</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/701345</link>

				<pubdate>Sun, 28 Nov 2010 16:34:06 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Orvis  ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
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		<description>Hi, Friends,
Well, Mom said today I outdid myself in badness.  You see, again Taz got to be Santa f ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hi, Friends,
Well, Mom said today I outdid myself in badness.  You see, again Taz got to be Santa for our pictures and I had to be an elf.  I was so upset, my friends, that I wondered how Taz could wear a Santa outfit if I used it as a litter box.  Mom found out what I did and I got in big trouble, and she got Taz another Santa suit.  At least that new guy, Gomez, had to be an elf, too, and he had to wear the real dorky elf costume with the big ears.  I don't know why but he seemed to like it.
I don't think my parents will ever let me grow up and be Santa.  I guess I might have to sleep downstairs tonight.
Dejected purrs,
Orvis]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Holiday Traditions</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/700354</link>

				<pubdate>Sun, 21 Nov 2010 07:44:37 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Orvis  ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
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		<description>Hi Friends,
I can't wait for the holidays.  Mom takes our pictures next weekend and she is still tr ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hi Friends,
I can't wait for the holidays.  Mom takes our pictures next weekend and she is still trying to find things to fit us.  I don't care as long as I'm Santa and not just an elf.
Taz was talking the other day and said, "You know, Orfiend, we are going to have to make Gomez feel at home this Holiday and to do so we should help him celebrate his cultural traditions.  And you are going to be the leader of our Spanish flavored festivities!"
You know, that Taz sure knows how to make me feel special.   He has measured my siblings so they can have their own wands.  I wonder why I didn't get one, and what they are for, is Santa a wizard like Harry Potter in the Spanish tradition?  Taz says that since I am the center of the merriment I don't need one!  I am so excited!
What's a pinata?
Anticipatory purrs,
Orvis]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>I'm a Finalist in Catster's Coolest!</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/699863</link>

				<pubdate>Wed, 17 Nov 2010 12:42:52 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Orvis  ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/699863</guid>
		<description>Hi Friends,
My picture made the finals of Catster's Coolest!  It is my Funny Face picture:
Vote Or ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hi Friends,
My picture made the finals of Catster's Coolest!  It is my Funny Face picture:
<a  class=bodyTextRev target=site href="http://www.catster.com/show10/bestinshow.php?pet_code=c#5752">Vote Orvis for Best in Show!</a>more: <a  class=bodyTextRev target=site href="http://www.catster.com" title="cat pictures & breed info">cat pictures & breed info</a>
I hope you will vote for me!
Thanks, Friends,
Orvis]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Confidence in Manliness</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/696786</link>

				<pubdate>Sun, 24 Oct 2010 15:46:08 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Orvis  ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/696786</guid>
		<description>Hi Friends,
I took Taz' suggestions to show Gomez that I was confident in my manliness. Taz said th ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hi Friends,
I took Taz' suggestions to show Gomez that I was confident in my manliness. Taz said that Gomez would be impressed by a cat schooled in the martial arts.  I obtained this Kung Fu outfit to practice.  Taz loaned me his 8 track tape player with a song called "Kung Fu Fighting", which he said would add to my aura of masculinity.  I proceeded, in my impressive garment and authentic accessories, to casually pass by the door of the room where Gomez is staying, kicking my paws in the air with my manly moves in time to the beat of Taz' 8 track music.
Gomez was so afraid that he screamed in Spanish, again and again, 'GATO LOCO, GATO LOCO'!
Purring in masculine triumph,
Orvis]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Showing Gomez who is the Man</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/696363</link>

				<pubdate>Thu, 21 Oct 2010 17:11:30 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Orvis  ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/696363</guid>
		<description>Hi, Friends,
That Gomez has been going with Mom every day to work.  I am not happy about this.  I w ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hi, Friends,
That Gomez has been going with Mom every day to work.  I am not happy about this.  I want her to take me instead!  Mom says it is because if she doesn't take Gomez, he will have to sit in the small bathroom all day, and I get the run of the house.  Well, DUH!
Taz saw how upset I was when Mom was in the bathroom with Gomez after they got back from work.  I said, Taz, why aren't you mad about this?  He told me, my friends, because he is secure in his mancatliness, Gomez doesn't bother him.  
Taz has suggested how I may show Gomez that I am a secure mancat.  Just you wait, Senor Gomez, Just you wait!
Defiant purrs,
Orvis]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>He's Here!</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/695982</link>

				<pubdate>Mon, 18 Oct 2010 15:32:02 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Orvis  ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
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		<description>Hi Friends,
Well, that Gomez is in MY downstairs bathroom.  I will have you know that I have alread ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hi Friends,
Well, that Gomez is in MY downstairs bathroom.  I will have you know that I have already seen and hissed at him! So there!
Mom yelled at me and said I have to be nice.  We'll see.
Purrs of jeolousy,
Orvis]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>I hate Disruptions!</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/695410</link>

				<pubdate>Thu, 14 Oct 2010 07:32:43 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Orvis  ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/695410</guid>
		<description>Hi, Friends,
It has been a rough couple of weeks for me.  First Taz had his surgery and I was so wo ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hi, Friends,
It has been a rough couple of weeks for me.  First Taz had his surgery and I was so worried about him.  As soon as he recovered, my parents started taking everything out of the upstairs and my siblings and I were locked downstairs!  There were strange smells and sounds coming from up there, my friends.  When I was finally able to jump the gate this week I found everything up there looked and smelled differently.  Mom yelled at me and made me come back downstairs but as soon as she went to sleep I went up there again!
And, this weekend there was a loud cat meowing Spanish in MY downstairs bathroom overnight!  He left the next morning but I have heard my parents say he is coming back.  Marvel Ann is practicing her latin dancing so I thing it must be that orange guy from outside.
I hope that my Mom won't forget that I am her baby boy.  That Latin guy will be sure to take all her attention and I am so worried......
Apprehensive purrs,
Orvis]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>My First Management Position!</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/693833</link>

				<pubdate>Sun, 3 Oct 2010 11:01:14 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Orvis  ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/693833</guid>
		<description>Hi Friends,
Well, it's been a while and a lot has happened.  My dear brother Taz had major surgery  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hi Friends,
Well, it's been a while and a lot has happened.  My dear brother Taz had major surgery last week to keep him from going to the bridge.  It was a success, and he is recovering very nicely.  This morning, he took me aside, and asked for my assistance.  Taz said, "Orfiend, my purrsonal physicians have told me I must take it easy for a while.  I need you to take over the management of my new club, 'Taz' Tiki Lounge'."  I was so flattered that he thought of me to help!  Taz also said that I will be in charge of fitting Marvel Ann and Ko for their "Tiki Babe" clothes!  I don't know what these are but Taz says he has taken care of buying them.
As a manager, as you can see, I have selected clothing and accessories to add to my appearance of authority and respect!  I showed my new professional look off to Taz, and my friends, he was so overcome with emotion that he put his face in his paws and cried!  I am so glad I pleased him.
On the track to management purrfection,
Orvis]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>I work hard for the money</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/691050</link>

				<pubdate>Tue, 14 Sep 2010 07:23:28 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Orvis  ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
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		<description>Hi, Friends,
Yesterday I went to work for the first time in a while.  The first purrsons I met at M ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hi, Friends,
Yesterday I went to work for the first time in a while.  The first purrsons I met at Mom's office were coming in and they wanted to see me.
Boy were they surprised.  You see, they hadn't seen me in three years.  Three years ago, I was recovering from being a very sick little kitten and almost going to the bridge!  So I guess I didn't look so hot.
I heard Mom saying that I was three times the size of what I was back then.  My friends, the purrsons were so nice and petted me.  I rolled over so Ms. Pat could pet my belly and everything!
I think I will have to go to work some more.  I sure like getting in the car to go somewhere besides the vet.
Laboring purrs,
Orvis]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Saving my Life and my Marriage by Improving my Wardrobe</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/689354</link>

				<pubdate>Thu, 2 Sep 2010 16:58:18 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Orvis  ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/689354</guid>
		<description>Hi Friends,
As you can see, I am still wearing my collar proudly.  I haven't ditched it once.
You  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hi Friends,
As you can see, I am still wearing my collar proudly.  I haven't ditched it once.
You see, what I was too embarrassed to tell you was that Taz told me my old collar was looking really shabby.  He said, "Orfiend (Taz calls me that as he is too old to hear my real name), you have to learn that to keep your wife happy, you must maintain your appearance.  Before you know it, Xena will leave you for another Tom who knows how to dress nicely."
I tried to pretend this didn't bother me, my Friends, but when I thought of losing my wife, I cried and cried!  I became ashamed to wear my old collar and started removing it, hoping Mom wouldn't find it.  But she always did.  She even said she was going to kill me if I lost it again.
So now I am so happy I have a collar that looks nice all the time.  I have my life and my wife, all thanks to my new collar and tag from Angel Mercy!
Secure in my life and marriage purrs,
Orvis]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>I'll Never go Naked Again!!</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/686770</link>

				<pubdate>Mon, 16 Aug 2010 16:20:57 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Orvis  ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/686770</guid>
		<description>Hi Friends,
Today my new collar and tag I won in Angel Mercy's contest came in the mail!
I am so e ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hi Friends,
Today my new collar and tag I won in Angel Mercy's contest came in the mail!
I am so excited, my friends.  It has my purrsonal name and information on it.  Taz said he doesn't know why, that I would never get lost!
The nice people at this company made this for Angel Mercy's contest:
http://www.oneecotree.com/
My parents selected the "Lourdes" model for me.  Taz says it's because Mom has lots in common with Madonna.  He laughs hard when he says this, I wonder why?
Anyway, Mom and Madonna graduated the same year from high school in southeastern Michigan.  But Taz says my Mom is a LOT bigger than Madonna!
Thank you so much, Angel Mercy.
Bigger is always better and happily accessorized,
Orvis]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Nude again, Naturally</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/686419</link>

				<pubdate>Sat, 14 Aug 2010 13:50:55 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Orvis  ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/686419</guid>
		<description>Hi Friends,
Well, Mom is not happy as I am a la nuda again!  All she can find is my Big O.  I told  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hi Friends,
Well, Mom is not happy as I am a la nuda again!  All she can find is my Big O.  I told her I was really hungry and ate the rest of my collar.  Maybe she will stop looking for it now!!!!
Purrs au naturale,
Orvis]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>I've Been Tagged!</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/683466</link>

				<pubdate>Sun, 25 Jul 2010 16:35:47 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Orvis  ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/683466</guid>
		<description>Hi Friends,

My friend, Mrs. S.B. Precious, has tagged me, so here goes:

1. Do you ever wake yo ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hi Friends,

My friend, Mrs. S.B. Precious, has tagged me, so here goes:

1. Do you ever wake your parent up in the night? 
All the time!  I sleep really close to my Mom, and Joey and I jockey for position.  Closer to wake up time, Joey usually leaves, and Marvel Ann and I start wrestling, sometimes right on top of Mom!  So she never has to worry about oversleeping!!

2. Do you ever tear up things?  I am pretty good about using my scratchers.

3. What is your favorite treat?   I like Temptations, and that Chex Mix for cats stuff, all flavors.  My mom keeps 2 dishes of treats for us on her dresser.

4. Can you fetch something when asked to do so?  No.  Fat chance!

5. Have you ever lived any place other than where you live now? I was just 5 months old when Grandpa found me in a park by the Rouge River about 5 miles from where I live now.  No one thinks I had been out on my own for more than a couple of days.  So my original home was probably Dearborn Heights or Detroit.

I tag any of you cats that would like to play the game!

Your friend, Orvis]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>I love shopping!</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/683312</link>

				<pubdate>Sat, 24 Jul 2010 16:33:36 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Orvis  ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/683312</guid>
		<description>Hi Friends,
Tonight I sat down with Mom and Dad and chose the collar and tag set I won from Angel M ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hi Friends,
Tonight I sat down with Mom and Dad and chose the collar and tag set I won from Angel Mercy's contest.  Here is the page I ordered from:
http://www.oneecotree.com/categories/PawSets%21%3AMatching-Tag%7B47%7DCollar%7B47%7DLeash%7B47%7DHarness-Sets/
They sure have some nice things on that site.  Although I have enjoyed my nudity, I can't wait to get my new accessories!  I have promised Mom that I won't ditch this collar!!

Not nude much longer purrs,
Orvis]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>I Won Mercy's Contest!</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/682861</link>

				<pubdate>Wed, 21 Jul 2010 16:24:46 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Orvis  ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/682861</guid>
		<description>Hi Friends!
I just found out this afternoon I won my dear friend Mercy's &quot;What's My Design&quot; contest ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hi Friends!
I just found out this afternoon I won my dear friend Mercy's "What's My Design" contest.  I had to guess the collar and tag she chose for herself, and I guessed correctly.
Poor Mercy, she went to the bridge before she could get her pretty polka dot collar with the pretty flower tag.  She writes all about it in her diary:
http://www.catster.com/cats/56398/diary/Mercy_me/682780
I just got a pmail from Mercy and I am going to be able to select my own collar and tag as my prize!!!  I am honored to be Mercy's friend, and I am so glad I won the contest.  I will never be nude again!
Purrs of delight,
Orvis]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>What's a Burn Out?</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/682051</link>

				<pubdate>Fri, 16 Jul 2010 17:17:51 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Orvis  ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
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		<description>Hi Friends,
Well, Mom came home early again today and grabbed me and took me to the Vet.  I was so  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hi Friends,
Well, Mom came home early again today and grabbed me and took me to the Vet.  I was so worried but they took me in right away and put a MASK thingy over my face.  I felt really good after that, my friends.  I barely remembered Mom taking me home.  Mom was laughing at me because my tongue was sticking out.  I remember thinking it looked good that way.  I walked out of my carrier over to Taz and he called me a Burn Out.  What does that mean?  Mom says it means Taz is really old as no one understands the things he says any more.
I think I will sleep well tonight!
Jimi Hendrix Purrs,
Orvis]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>I HATE GOING TO THE VET!!!!!!!!!!!!</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/681746</link>

				<pubdate>Wed, 14 Jul 2010 16:59:50 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Orvis  ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
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		<description>Dear Friends,
Please excuse my shouting, but I had a purrfectly awful day.  Mom came home early and ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Dear Friends,
Please excuse my shouting, but I had a purrfectly awful day.  Mom came home early and grabbed me and put me in my carrier.  They brought Taz, MA and Joey, too.  The others went first.  I heard the Doctor say Joey and MA are in good shape.  Taz got his fluids and I was worried when our doctor said he has lost weight.  They took his blood to see if his kidneys are worse.  Finally...it was my turn...
I began screaming and howling at the top of my lungs.  I thought this might stop them from doing things to me.  I struggled as my Mom handed me to the torture women.  I fought as they put the helmet aroung my neck and held me down.  I continued to fight as they stuck first one leg, than the other, and then my neck.  I started turning blue and they stopped.
I heard Mom talking with the head torture lady.  I have to go back Friday when they will give me a magic mask that makes me go to sleep, and then they will take my blood.......
I am exhausted.
Tired purrs,
Your friend, Orvis]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Summer?</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/679568</link>

				<pubdate>Wed, 30 Jun 2010 05:52:31 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Orvis  ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/679568</guid>
		<description>Hi Friends,
The last few days here have been really cold at night.  Last evening it got down to 49  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hi Friends,
The last few days here have been really cold at night.  Last evening it got down to 49 degrees!  As a fine oriental mix mancat, I have no undercoat, so I get cold easily.
I have the solution!  I snuggled under the covers with my Mom, and I stayed warm all night.  So did she!  Mom said I ward off Art Rytus.  I wonder who that is, it's not my Dad's name!?
Until next time,
Orvis]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Au naturel......</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/678770</link>

				<pubdate>Thu, 24 Jun 2010 17:04:21 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Orvis  ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/678770</guid>
		<description>Hi Friends,
Mom came home to find me nude, again!  Yes, I have ditched my collar.  Mom is not happy ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hi Friends,
Mom came home to find me nude, again!  Yes, I have ditched my collar.  Mom is not happy.
I think I look very attractive a la nuda.
Naked Purrs,
Orvis]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Dad Met my Wife and In-Laws!</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/678021</link>

				<pubdate>Sun, 20 Jun 2010 08:23:38 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Orvis  ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/678021</guid>
		<description>Hi Friends,
I am so excited to have my Dad home after his trip.  He was able to stop and visit with ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hi Friends,
I am so excited to have my Dad home after his trip.  He was able to stop and visit with my Wife Xena and her family at their beautiful home.  Dad enjoyed seeing all of them.  He just loved my wife and said she was the most soft and beautiful kitty! 
Xena and her family sent some nice gifts for me and Mom.  Xena's human mom Diane sent a nice plant from her garden which mom will plant today.  And my brother in law Bosco and his family sent Mom a nice historical cookbook too.  Taz has already requested a recipe from it that calls for one small pig.  Mom said he could make it himself!
You know, Dad gave Mom his shirt in the Xena picture to wash and I grabbed it.  I will never give it back, it smells like my dear wife!!! I will sleep with it always.
Until next time,
Orvis]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>My Wife Xena is Diary of the Day!!!</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/677863</link>

				<pubdate>Sat, 19 Jun 2010 05:46:06 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Orvis  ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/677863</guid>
		<description>Hi Friends,
Imagine my happiness when I awoke to find my beautiful wife's picture on my Catster fro ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hi Friends,
Imagine my happiness when I awoke to find my beautiful wife's picture on my Catster front page.  Yes, Xena is Diary of the Day:
http://www.catster.com/cats/288223#diary
Dad is going to be visiting Xena and her family today; I have told him not to wash his hands after petting her so. I can smell her sweet scent when he gets home.......sigh............
A proud husband mancat,
Orvis]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Dad's going to visit my Wife!</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/677812</link>

				<pubdate>Fri, 18 Jun 2010 16:31:41 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Orvis  ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/677812</guid>
		<description>Hi, Friends,
My Dad went on a trip to Washington DC this week.  He is coming home tomorrow and is p ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hi, Friends,
My Dad went on a trip to Washington DC this week.  He is coming home tomorrow and is planning to visit my wife and her family.
You know, I tried to hide in Dad's luggage.  Mom said this wouldn't work, that I am a big mancat now and can't hide.  She was right and Dad evicted me just before he left.
I hope Dad rubs Xena's belly and pets her soft fur...sigh...
Longing for my sweet wife,
Orvis]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>I was a Bad, Bad Boy</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/672627</link>

				<pubdate>Wed, 19 May 2010 16:35:17 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Orvis  ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/672627</guid>
		<description>Hi Friends,
First the good news.  My VET thinks all I have is an allergy problem.  I will get somet ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hi Friends,
First the good news.  My VET thinks all I have is an allergy problem.  I will get something called AnTi Hisss Tamine twice a day.
Now the bad news.  I am in big trouble.  You see, I had to wait with Dad in the car at the Vet as they thought I might be contagious.  It was a long time and I got -- um -- upset.   [Taz screaming in the background  "He was growling and hissing like a rabid cagebanger and spewing filthyisms and vulgarities at Dad"]
By the time they took me in, Mom opened my carrier and I snapped and hissed at her.  Dad finally took me out growling and surrendered me to be tortured.  
I was glad that my Vet didn't make me wear the helmet, anyway.  
Mom is still mad I tried to bite her.  I didn't really mean it.
I am glad today is over.
Hoping I don't lose my situation like Taz says I should,
Orvis]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Taz had a great party, Sniffin' and Sneezin'</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/672571</link>

				<pubdate>Wed, 19 May 2010 07:39:37 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Orvis  ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/672571</guid>
		<description>Hi Friends,
Taz had a wonderful birthday!  He was so surprised to see the balloon I selected for hi ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hi Friends,
Taz had a wonderful birthday!  He was so surprised to see the balloon I selected for him.    He said it looked just like me, and that if I hold still, he would put more stuff in the balloon so it could take me for a ride!  Well, we couldn't do that as we had other things to do for his birthday, but he is so thoughtful.
The last few days I have been sneezing.  A lot.  Since it hasn't gone away, Mom says I must go with Taz today for a checkup.  Taz was laughing, he said I am going to get The Helmet.  I hope not!!
Not looking forward to going to the Vet,
Orvis]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>I'm a Party Planner!</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/671761</link>

				<pubdate>Fri, 14 May 2010 16:51:46 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Orvis  ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/671761</guid>
		<description>Hi Friends,
My dear brother, Taz, is turning 21 tomorrow!  I am so excited, Mom says that since I a ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hi Friends,
My dear brother, Taz, is turning 21 tomorrow!  I am so excited, Mom says that since I am so special to Taz, I am in charge of planning his festivities!  As you can see, I take my job very seriously.  I have selected this special balloon just for Taz.   I have also given my siblings jobs to make this party very special for him!  Joey has been put in charge of Taz' special tiara.  Jacob is in charge of party hats.  Marvel Ann is in charge of party attire, and Ko is our food maven.
Maybe I can get a job as an event planner when this is all over, I know Taz will be so pleased!
Join me tomorrow, dear friends, in wishing my brother Taz the best birthday ever!
Excited purrs,
Orvis]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>I Love Having a Mom!</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/670812</link>

				<pubdate>Sun, 9 May 2010 07:55:37 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Orvis  ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/670812</guid>
		<description>Hi Friends,
Today I am hanging out with my Mom for her special day.  I started really early this mo ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hi Friends,
Today I am hanging out with my Mom for her special day.  I started really early this morning by crawling under the covers on my parents' bed and nuzzling right next to Mom.  Even when she rolled over I would just find a new spot.  I did this until she woke up when I sat on her chest and stared in her face and receive the petting due me!
Taz says I am such a Mama's Boy, but that is fine with me!
Happy Mother's Day to all your Moms,
Orvis
P.S.  I am so excited, my brothers and I are featured on Calvin's Mom's blog today:
http://thecatintheclover.blogspot.com/2010/05/happy-mothers-day.html]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Groovin' on a Tuesday Afternoon</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/669996</link>

				<pubdate>Tue, 4 May 2010 14:54:07 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Orvis  ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/669996</guid>
		<description>Hi Friends,
As you can see, I have decided to change my look.  As I have been a happily married man ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hi Friends,
As you can see, I have decided to change my look.  As I have been a happily married mancat for over a year now, Taz has advised me to keep my wife's interest by updating my style.  With his assistance, I think my wife will be excited by my new appearance!
Taz says that as Xena is Balinese, we will be the John and Yoko of Catster.  What does that mean?
Off to surprise my dear wife,
Orvis]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>An Ordinary Couple...</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/663537</link>

				<pubdate>Tue, 30 Mar 2010 05:29:27 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Orvis  ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/663537</guid>
		<description>Hi, Friends,
Well, it has been a year since I married my dearest Xena.  I cannot tell you how happy ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hi, Friends,
Well, it has been a year since I married my dearest Xena.  I cannot tell you how happy I have been!  Xena is the most wonderful wife, and she enjoys having a mancat like me.
Now that spring is here, maybe you can find your sweetheart for life!
Purrs of Happily Married Mancat Marital Bliss,
Orvis]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>I'm a Star, too</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/662525</link>

				<pubdate>Wed, 24 Mar 2010 07:18:18 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Orvis  ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/662525</guid>
		<description>Hi Friends,
I am so excited, today my Birthday picture is featured on Samoa's Mom's blog:

http:/ ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hi Friends,
I am so excited, today my Birthday picture is featured on Samoa's Mom's blog:

http://thecatintheclover.blogspot.com/2010/03/any-day-is-holiday.html

Pay no attention to Marvel Ann photobombing my picture!!!

Taz was telling me yesterday that he was famous and again featured on this blog.  I was so happy to hear that I am pawpular, too!

Happy purrs of pawpularity,
Orvis]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>My Big O!</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/661854</link>

				<pubdate>Sat, 20 Mar 2010 16:16:13 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Orvis  ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/661854</guid>
		<description>Hi Friends,
I was so excited when I received my new collar and tags.  That Taz, he kept me guessing ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hi Friends,
I was so excited when I received my new collar and tags.  That Taz, he kept me guessing with the special things he selected for me.  Don't you love my bright and sparkly big O charm?  Taz said he thought that it suited my unique purrsonality, and that since Mom is getting old, it would help her remember my name.   Taz thinks of everything and I am so lucky to have him for my brother!
The big pink O has my name and my special medical condition on it.    Taz said I should have had my problem tatooed on my tummy.  What is a tatoo?  Mom told him to go away.
Until next time,
Your friend, Orvis
aka  "The Big O"]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>My Last Hours of Nudity</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/661012</link>

				<pubdate>Tue, 16 Mar 2010 05:27:32 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Orvis  ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/661012</guid>
		<description>Hi, Friends,
Well, as you know, I have been doin' the nude thing for weeks as I ditched my collar.  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hi, Friends,
Well, as you know, I have been doin' the nude thing for weeks as I ditched my collar.  I was glad Mom never found it.  Now I have heard Mom say that she has ordered a new one for me and it will be here any day.  Taz says he helped pick out my collar and its new charm.  He got a sheep charm for his collar, I wonder what he selected for his dear brother?
I really liked being nude; nothing for my wife Xena to catch her paws in when she runs them through my hair..........((((((blush)))))
Nearly Not Nude Purrs,
Orvis]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>A La Nuda!</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/656766</link>

				<pubdate>Mon, 22 Feb 2010 07:45:50 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Orvis  ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/656766</guid>
		<description>Hi, Friends,
I have ditched my collar somewhere!  I love being able to sneak around the house with  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hi, Friends,
I have ditched my collar somewhere!  I love being able to sneak around the house with no one hearing me coming.  My collar has a bell and two tags.  I hope Mom doesn't find it!  Now only my twisted sister is wearing her collar.   
Mom is really mad at me.   
Off to enjoy my nudity,
Orvis]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>I'm Three Today!</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/656247</link>

				<pubdate>Fri, 19 Feb 2010 11:26:04 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Orvis  ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/656247</guid>
		<description>Hello, Friends,
Today is my third birthday!  Mom woke me up this morning and told me I had to have  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hello, Friends,
Today is my third birthday!  Mom woke me up this morning and told me I had to have birthday pictures.   I got to wear Taz'  Calvin Collar and my birthday hat, and Mom let me stay in my heated nest.  It was fun until my twisted sister Marvel Ann came over and started to whack my hat off!
I was so glad to hear this morning, too, that our U.S. Olympic figure skater, Evan, won a gold medal.  Like Taz, I am a firm believer that real Mencats love figure skating.  This is my first Olympics and Taz has been teaching me all of the finer points of the sport.    
Mom will put my Birthday pictures up this weekend.  Enjoy watching more figure skating, my friends,
Until next time,
Orvis]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>VD DDP!</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/655258</link>

				<pubdate>Sun, 14 Feb 2010 07:17:10 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Orvis  ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/655258</guid>
		<description>Hi Friends,
I was so excited when I awoke this morning to find I had been selected a DDP!  You know ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hi Friends,
I was so excited when I awoke this morning to find I had been selected a DDP!  You know, it is on this day two years ago when I met my beautiful wife, Xena, and we became a couple.  How time flies when you are a happily married man.
I took the CD Taz gave me and composed a song and dance for my wife for the holiday.  I asked for Barry White, I guess Taz doesn't hear so well anymore, and instead he got me his favorite Barry who is white:

"Her name was Xena,
She was a Show Cat,
A better wife there was no Cat..."

I wish all of you a great day, and I hope you all get hugs from those most special to you.
Purrs until next time,
Dancin' Orvis]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Gifts from My Wife!</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/654218</link>

				<pubdate>Tue, 9 Feb 2010 15:52:00 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Orvis  ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/654218</guid>
		<description>Hi Friends,
I am just the luckiest cat in the world.  Yesterday I received a box from Florida, and  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hi Friends,
I am just the luckiest cat in the world.  Yesterday I received a box from Florida, and yes, it was from my wife, Xena!  Xena sent me some wonderful things.  She sent me a fine little mouse, a rubber fluffy ball and a sparkly one, and a tin full of catnip sardines!  And she sent a really nice terra cotta cat candle.  I was so excited, I played with my new things the rest of the evening.  Mom had to take them away so they could sleep!  
I hope all of you have spouses that send you nice gifts for Valentine's Day!
Happily,
Until next time,
Orvis]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>My Wife's Birthday!</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/653327</link>

				<pubdate>Fri, 5 Feb 2010 15:40:33 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Orvis  ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/653327</guid>
		<description>Hi, Friends,

Today is the birthday of my beautiful wife, Xena:
http://www.catster.com/cats/28822 ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hi, Friends,

Today is the birthday of my beautiful wife, Xena:
http://www.catster.com/cats/288223

As usual, I asked Taz what I should get her for her birthday.  That Taz, he is always so helpful with these things, being the experienced mancat that he is.  Taz has suggested that I give the gift that keeps on giving, which is a video of me in my Speedo doing a Birthday Dance!

I am off to practice, I want everything to be purrfect for my wife's gift!

Boogie down until next time,
Orvis]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>In Big Trouble, Yet Again</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/649384</link>

				<pubdate>Sun, 17 Jan 2010 16:24:03 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Orvis  ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/649384</guid>
		<description>Hi, My Friends,
Today Mom said she wanted some pictures of us for her VD cards.  I was all ready to ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hi, My Friends,
Today Mom said she wanted some pictures of us for her VD cards.  I was all ready to go when she picked up Joey and took his pictures first.
I was really upset at this, my Friends.  When she was done, she came to get me and I let her know that she should continue with Joey if she liked him so much!  I made bad faces and said swear words.
Mom said it was a good thing I was married as no girlcat would accept me as her Valentine with these pictures.
I was so upset that I followed Mom into the bathroom when she was soaking in her bubblebath and peed on her sleepshirt.
Now I am in big trouble, Yet Again.
Taz says I am a petulant pipsqueak.  What does that mean?
Until next time,
Your Friend, Orvis]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>I am so sad</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/648755</link>

				<pubdate>Thu, 14 Jan 2010 05:47:23 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Orvis  ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/648755</guid>
		<description>Hi, Friends,
My dear Xena's dad, Snickers:
http://www.catster.com/cats/288248
went to the bridge  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hi, Friends,
My dear Xena's dad, Snickers:
http://www.catster.com/cats/288248
went to the bridge yesterday.
He was only 5 years old!
Please, dear Friends, if you have time, please stop by dear Snickers' page and leave a condolence for his loving family.  They are in shock as this was so sudden.
Thank You,
Orvis]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>I'm NOT a Little Wierdo!</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/647281</link>

				<pubdate>Thu, 7 Jan 2010 05:43:02 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Orvis  ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/647281</guid>
		<description>Hi, My Friends,
You all know that I get cold easily.  As it has been so chilly here, I am following ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hi, My Friends,
You all know that I get cold easily.  As it has been so chilly here, I am following Mom to the shower in the morning.  I wait on my cat tower by the bike she rides that goes nowhere because I know when she is done, she goes into that shower.
My parents' downstairs shower has a warm heat air thingy on the ceiling and I can sit right under it and get very warm.  You know, with all the warm steam coming out of the shower I thought this morning I would come right in with Mom and get even warmer!  Mom didn't see me, and she jumped and the water stopped going on her and got me all wet!  I cried and jumped out as I do not like to get wet.
Mom said I was a little Wierdo.  I just wanted to get warm!
Your friend,
Orvis]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Resolved:  To be more Manly</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/646500</link>

				<pubdate>Sun, 3 Jan 2010 08:14:13 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Orvis  ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/646500</guid>
		<description>Hi, Friends,
You know, that Taz just won't stop teasing me.  This morning, he gave me a ad from one ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hi, Friends,
You know, that Taz just won't stop teasing me.  This morning, he gave me a ad from one of his magazines that showed a skinny white cat on the beach with his Balinese wife.  A giant orange cat walked by and was kicking sand on them, and the skinny white guy just held his wife and cried.  You know, I was so upset to see this, to think that a giant orange cat could disrespect a white cat with his wife, that I had to go under my parents' bed and cry, too.
I have had it, my friends.  I am starting a program, beginning this new year, to become strong, huge, and generally manly.   I will lift weights, run the treadmill, pump my butt on the eliptical, and do all things necessary so no cat will ever DARE kick sand on me and my wife and make me cry!!
Towards a more manly Year,
Orvis]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>New Year's Eve Thoughts</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/645968</link>

				<pubdate>Thu, 31 Dec 2009 16:28:19 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Orvis  ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/645968</guid>
		<description>Hi, Friends,
I think I have had a very good year.
Although I had some sadness in my house, with th ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hi, Friends,
I think I have had a very good year.
Although I had some sadness in my house, with the losses of sister Susie and brother Boots, I also gained a new little sister to play with, Marvel Ann.  I also got a nice new brother, Joey.
Most momentous for me, my friends, is that I start the New Year for the first time as a married man!  I have been blissfully married to my lovely Xena for nine months now.
Although my wife is in Florida, we share a unique spiritual connection that transcends time and space (**whispers...did I get that right, Taz**).
I cannot wait to see what the New Year brings.  I hope all of you have a very Happy New Year!
Until next time,
Orvis]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Christmas for my Wife, Part 2</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/643614</link>

				<pubdate>Mon, 21 Dec 2009 05:22:57 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Orvis  ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/643614</guid>
		<description>Hi, My Friends!
I finally got the gifts off to my wife, Xena, and her family last week.  Mom got a  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hi, My Friends!
I finally got the gifts off to my wife, Xena, and her family last week.  Mom got a magic number for my box and we know it is already in Pennsylvania!
Mom saw the things that Taz had generously given me to send to Xena.  She said, you know, Orvis, since these things are so special to Taz, we will have you give them to him for his gift from you!
But the best thing of all is that my Mom said I finally get to dress up as Santa!  The Big Man himself!!! She took a picture of me as Santa, and put it in the package for my new family.
I am so glad my Mom thinks of these things.  Taz is so hard to buy for, and he will be so surprised by the lovely Christmas Canister of Metamucil!
Mom made some things for me to give to my wife and her family.  She even put a special item she made in for my in laws, Eva and Snickers.  
I can't wait for my wife and family to open their gifts from me.  I hope they like them!
Looking forward to the holiday,
Until next time, Orvis]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>What to give the Wife for Christmas?</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/641941</link>

				<pubdate>Sun, 13 Dec 2009 17:00:35 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Orvis  ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/641941</guid>
		<description>Hi, Friends,
Well, it is that time of year again and for the first time, I must buy Christmas prese ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hi, Friends,
Well, it is that time of year again and for the first time, I must buy Christmas presents for my new wife, Xena.
Mom bought me one of those stuff it boxes from the Post Office.  You can put anything you want in it and it ships for one price.
That Taz, he got together a collection of Metamucil jumbo canisters.  Taz explained women love the gift of good health and regularity.  He is even going to regift that lovely sheep slasher dvd I bought him two years ago, as he says girls love excitement.    He says he has some other things to put in the box.  What a nice guy he is to help me choose gifts for my Wife.
I will help wrap everything and we will send it off in the next few days.  I hope Xena will love her gifts from me, her loving husband!
Until next time,
Your friend, Orvis]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>What is the Green Monster?</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/640417</link>

				<pubdate>Sun, 6 Dec 2009 08:06:27 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Orvis  ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/640417</guid>
		<description>Hi, my Friends,
My Mom has been really busy and has not helped me update my diary lately.  I don't  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hi, my Friends,
My Mom has been really busy and has not helped me update my diary lately.  I don't understand why she has to spend so much time with that Joey.  This morning he was all wrapped up in a blanket on her lap.  I jumped up to her lap, too, to ask why I was not being snuggled like this.
And worst of all, my friends, Mom still dresses me in Elf costumes for the holidays.  She can't recognize that I am grown up and a married mancat, she wants to keep me her little boy!  As you can see, I hated this Elf costume.  Taz laughed and laughed but I didn't think it was funny!
Mom says that if I am very good that Santa will bring me some nice things for Christmas.  Taz says, fat chance, because I have been taken over by the Green Monster.  I don't see this Monster anywhere, what can he mean?
Until next time, my Friends,
Orvis]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Getting to know me</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/635769</link>

				<pubdate>Mon, 16 Nov 2009 08:16:35 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Orvis  ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/635769</guid>
		<description>Hello, Dear Friends,
Getting to know me, Getting to know all about me...
Well, I have been tagged  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hello, Dear Friends,
Getting to know me, Getting to know all about me...
Well, I have been tagged by my pal Ollie Popoki in the "Getting to Know Your Pals Tag."  So here goes.

 2009 Get to Know Your Pals Tag
1. What color is your collar?
My collar is two shades of blue!  It is cloth with a safety catch and was made for me purrsonally.

2. What kind of food do you eat?
I eat almost everything, except I don't like people food.

3. What are your favorite treats?
I like most all treats that have a fish flavor.  Mom keeps two dishes full on her dresser, and Ko, Joey, MA and I jump up to get them all day.

4. Do you have a Valentine or significant other?
I was married to my beautiful Xena the end of March, 2009.

5. Do you get table scraps?
Nope.  Mom has been a veggie over 40 years and Dad rarely eats anything I would want.

6. What is your favorite toy?
I like wand toys and catnip.

7. When is your birthday?
February 19, 2007.

8. How many times a day do you eat?
Whenever I want.  Food is available in our house 24/7.

9. Do you have a favorite color?
I love blues.

10. Do you hope all your pals put this in their diary?
If they would like to!

Thanks Ollie! I tag anyone who would love to play.

Purrs, Until next time,  Your pal, Orvis]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Guess I didn't win dinner</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/633531</link>

				<pubdate>Fri, 6 Nov 2009 13:32:36 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Orvis  ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/633531</guid>
		<description>Hi, Dear Friends,
Thank you for voting for me in the contest.  I think I would have heard if I had  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hi, Dear Friends,
Thank you for voting for me in the contest.  I think I would have heard if I had won by now.  They just took it down from the site and didn't announce the winners.
Thanks again,
Your pal, Orvis]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Please help me bring home the bacon for my family!</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/631680</link>

				<pubdate>Thu, 29 Oct 2009 17:20:39 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Orvis  ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/631680</guid>
		<description>Hi, Friends,
I am happy to tell you that I have made the finals in our local NBC affiliate channel  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hi, Friends,
I am happy to tell you that I have made the finals in our local NBC affiliate channel Halloween contest!  There is only one other cat, the rest of the entrants are woofies.
The prize is a gift card at my favorite pet store!   I get almost all of my food there.  They even have Tiki.
I would sure like to be able to tell my family I won their dinners.   To aid me in my Manly quest, will you please vote for me:
<a  class=bodyTextRev target=site  onClick="alert('Catster Alert: You are about to visit an outside link that was submitted by this pet owner.');" href="http://www.clickondetroit.com/sponsors/21136579/detail.html"><b> Vote for Orvis in the local TV Contest </a></b>

Thank you, dear Friends,
Until next time,
Orvis]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Lipstick on my Buttocks, told a tail on Me!</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/627935</link>

				<pubdate>Wed, 14 Oct 2009 05:49:05 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Orvis  ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/627935</guid>
		<description>Hi, Friends,
Well, I am in big trouble again.  Here's the story,

Lipstick on my buttocks, 
Told ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hi, Friends,
Well, I am in big trouble again.  Here's the story,

Lipstick on my buttocks, 
Told the tail on me,
Lipstick on my buttocks,
Courtesy of Marvelly!
But my wife dearest Xena,
Could not believe me,
Cause lipstick on my buttocks,
Told the tail on Me!

Will my friends that saw Marvel Ann paint the heart on my white butt with lipstick at LB's and Sugar Bear's wedding this week PLEASE tell Xena about it! Please!
Here is my wife's page:
http://www.catster.com/cats/288223


Worried Purrs,
Orvis]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>He's Taken my Job!</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/620199</link>

				<pubdate>Thu, 10 Sep 2009 16:10:55 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Orvis  ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/620199</guid>
		<description>Hello, My Friends,
Well, it wasn't enough that my parents got that baby Marvel Ann to upset my posi ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hello, My Friends,
Well, it wasn't enough that my parents got that baby Marvel Ann to upset my position as the cute little one of the family.
This Joey, he went to work with Mom today!  He's going to take MY job!
Outraged purrs,
Orvis]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>She's a He!</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/619772</link>

				<pubdate>Tue, 8 Sep 2009 16:38:07 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Orvis  ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/619772</guid>
		<description>Hello, My Friends,

Well, my world is upside down again!  I have a new BROTHER:
http://www.catste ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hello, My Friends,

Well, my world is upside down again!  I have a new BROTHER:
http://www.catster.com/cats/1030888

Willard's son had thought Joey was a girl, but he is a he!
Joey is very scared right now.  He just got home from a 4 hour trip after being taken from the only home he ever knew.
Mom spent time with him and he let her clean his eyes and he did purr for her.  
We will let him get a good night's sleep.  He is in our nice downstairs bathroom with a nest and a soft throw.
I can't wait to meet him!
Until next time,
Orvis]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>A New Addition to the Family?</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/617833</link>

				<pubdate>Sun, 30 Aug 2009 13:03:22 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Orvis  ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/617833</guid>
		<description>Hello, My Friends,
Well, I have been listening to my Mom and it sounds like I am going to have a ne ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hello, My Friends,
Well, I have been listening to my Mom and it sounds like I am going to have a new sister.  A dear friend of Mom's family, Willard, passed away and Mom had promised him that she would take his cats if they could not be rehomed with family.  He left one cat, Joey.  All we know now is that she is 6-7 years old, indoor, very shy and white and caramel colored.  Grandpa and Grandma will be bringing her home a week from Tuesday, stopping to pick her up on the way home.  Willard lived in a Lake Michigan shoreline community across the state from us so little Joey will have quite a trip.
Purrs of apprehension,
Orvis]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Mama's Boy?</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/615298</link>

				<pubdate>Wed, 19 Aug 2009 13:03:24 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Orvis  ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/615298</guid>
		<description>Hello, My Friends,
I am sorry it has been so long since I've talked to you.  It has been busy and s ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hello, My Friends,
I am sorry it has been so long since I've talked to you.  It has been busy and sad in my house.  I know my parents tried so hard to keep my brother Boots feeling happy and well.  But they know that when they couldn't do that any more, it was time for him to go to the bridge.
This has been bewildering for me, my Friends.  You see, in less than a year half the kitties I have grown up with have left for the bridge.  My family looks a lot different to me now.
I have been spending a lot more time with my Mom.  I know she loves me so before that baby Marvel Ann could get used to sleeping with Mom all the time, I knew I had to let her know I was here first!  So, even if Marvel Ann starts out the night sleeping with Mom, I always come up later and crawl under the covers and snuggle up to Mom.   So my smiling face is the first she sees in the morning!  So there, Marvel Ann!
Until next time,
Your friend, Orvis]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Somebody's Sleeping in MY Bed</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/606832</link>

				<pubdate>Sun, 19 Jul 2009 11:55:12 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Orvis  ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/606832</guid>
		<description>Hi, Friends,
It 's been awhile since I have made a diary entry.  It is because Mom is paying so muc ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hi, Friends,
It 's been awhile since I have made a diary entry.  It is because Mom is paying so much attention to Boots and that new baby, Marvel Ann.  I have been so upset.  I am getting in trouble alot by beating up Ko and "inappropriate litter behavior."  
You know, that baby has been sleeping under the covers with my Mom.  I used to sleep there!  Now if I try to go there that Marvel Ann bugs  me.    Mom makes room for me on her other side but I don't understand why I have to share her.
I do somewhat understand that Boots is very sick and that's why my parents must give him attention.  But that doesn't make me feel any better.  Last night, Dad was petting Boots on the floor and I climbed on Dad's chest as I wanted to be petted, too!
I miss not being the baby in the family any more, my friends.
Bewildered,
Your friend,
Orvis]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>The Challenge of Parenting</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/595650</link>

				<pubdate>Thu, 11 Jun 2009 05:33:32 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Orvis  ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/595650</guid>
		<description>Hello, My Friends,
I am finding that being a good big brother is hard!  That baby Marvel Ann has so ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hello, My Friends,
I am finding that being a good big brother is hard!  That baby Marvel Ann has so much energy, she never stops.  I am tired all the time from her chasing me around.  Mom says I was becoming an OF before my time.  What does that mean?  Anyway, as you can see by my recent picture that Marvel Ann bounces from one place to the other, Mom can hardly get her to stay still for a picture.   My friend the orange troll Taz says this parenting experience couldn't happen to a more appropriate cat than me.  He was smiling at her chewing on my tail this morning even though he is still not feeling well.  I wonder why?
Puzzled,
Orvis]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Greater Love Hath No Cat</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/592745</link>

				<pubdate>Sun, 31 May 2009 13:02:13 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Orvis  ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/592745</guid>
		<description>Hello, My Friends,
I talked to my wife, Xena, this morning.  She was very upset that her beloved Pi ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hello, My Friends,
I talked to my wife, Xena, this morning.  She was very upset that her beloved Pittsburgh Penguins had lost game one of the NHL hockey finals to my home town Red Wings.  I said, Xena, honey, don't worry, I am going to do something to make you feel better.  I told Mom what I wanted to do and she pulled all the blinds and locked the doors.  Mom said we could get in real trouble if anyone sees what we are doing.
Greater Love Hath No Cat!
Until Next Time,
Your Friend, Orvis]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Bad Baby!</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/591991</link>

				<pubdate>Thu, 28 May 2009 16:59:35 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Orvis  ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/591991</guid>
		<description>Hello, My Friends,
Well, my life has been turned upside down by the arrival of that baby Marvel Ann ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hello, My Friends,
Well, my life has been turned upside down by the arrival of that baby Marvel Ann.  I come down in the morning for my breakfast and she jumps out at me.  Mom has even brought her to the office with me.  My friends, she stole the toy mom's client bought for ME!  She played with it until she broke off a mylar streamer I liked to chew on.  She climbs all over my cat castle there.  I don't know why she can't sit like a good baby and wait for me to invite her to play with my things.     I guess all youngsters can't be as good as I was....
Until next time,
Your friend, Orvis]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Twisted Sister!</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/591143</link>

				<pubdate>Mon, 25 May 2009 14:45:44 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Orvis  ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/591143</guid>
		<description>Hello, My Friends,
I have been getting to know that baby sister of mine this holiday weekend.  Let  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hello, My Friends,
I have been getting to know that baby sister of mine this holiday weekend.  Let me tell you, my friends, she is a SPAZZZ!  She bounces all over the place.  I can't believe she is a fast as she is because she is so little.  I just stare at her.  She runs up to me and tries to get me in trouble because she knows I will hiss if she gets too close, and then I get yelled at.  Tomorrow Mom says she will go to the office in the afternoon.
Well, we will see about that.
I'm not gonna take it, anymore!
Majorly PO'd,
Orvis]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Happy Birthday Taz!</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/588300</link>

				<pubdate>Fri, 15 May 2009 04:44:10 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Orvis  ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/588300</guid>
		<description>Hello, My Dear Friends!
My dear brother the Orange Troll Taz turns 20 today!  
Last night, he sure ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hello, My Dear Friends!
My dear brother the Orange Troll Taz turns 20 today!  
Last night, he sure surprised me!  He beat me to the top of our cat tree!
He told me I should be in Old Furts.  Hmmmm.....
Happy Birthday, dear Brother!
Until next time,
Your Friend,
Orvis]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Baby Picture!</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/588171</link>

				<pubdate>Thu, 14 May 2009 16:36:49 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Orvis  ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/588171</guid>
		<description>Hello, My Friends,
I thought you might like to see the picture mom took yesterday of my sister.  Is ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hello, My Friends,
I thought you might like to see the picture mom took yesterday of my sister.  Isn't she pretty?  Mom said she would have liked to take more but SOMEONE was misbehaving....
Peck's Bad Boy,
Orvis]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Helmet Time!</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/587887</link>

				<pubdate>Wed, 13 May 2009 16:18:57 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Orvis  ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/587887</guid>
		<description>Hello, My Friends,
Well, today was going really well.  I had a nice day at the office.  I was comin ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hello, My Friends,
Well, today was going really well.  I had a nice day at the office.  I was coming home with Mom and all of a sudden, she left me in the car and brought my friend the orange troll Taz.  We were off to THE VET!  Yes, my friends, I was tricked.  I let mom know how upset I was by saying filthy words and hissing at Taz all the way there.  Taz hissed back.  Mom said the car smelled like CATBREATH.
There were lots of huge woofies in the waiting room.  Taz hit at one and made him run away and whimper.  Mom said she went to see my baby sister.  She wouldn't take me because she didn't want the babies to hear me swear **hangs head in shame**.   The ladies took one look at me when I was called in and went for THE HELMET.  I hate this, my friends.  I squirmed and Mom said I made things worse and may have a bruise.  I was so mad when they took off THE HELMET that I slapped Mom, hard.  I really didn't mean to and I feel so bad.
Tonight Mom probably won't let me sleep next to her.  I hope I don't have to go back  to the VET  for a long time, my friends.  
Unhappily,
Your friend, Orvis]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Getting ready for my Baby Sister!</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/587318</link>

				<pubdate>Mon, 11 May 2009 16:10:39 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Orvis  ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/587318</guid>
		<description>Hello, My dear friends,
I am so excited.  Today I received the dresses I bought for my new baby sis ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hello, My dear friends,
I am so excited.  Today I received the dresses I bought for my new baby sister on the auction to help Teal'C and his family.  They are beautiful, I am sure she will love them.   Mom also got the pink fabric safety collars she ordered for her.  We will be all ready for that baby to come home the Friday of Memorial Day weekend!
I wanted to tell you all, my friends, that my Mom has given Taz some of her jewelry to sell to help Aldo's family.  You see, Aldo's Mom has lost her job, and is looking for a new one but in the meantime Aldo is sick and needs to go to the doctor.  I hope he doesn't have to wear a helmet.   Anyway, Mom's sterling 8 cat charm necklace along with some other neat things are in the auction; you should check it out:

http://catsterauctions.blogspot.com/

I hope all of you had a great weekend celebrating with your Moms!
Until next time,
Your friend, Orvis]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>My Wife's Test Results, a new Brother-in-Law</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/585591</link>

				<pubdate>Tue, 5 May 2009 16:17:09 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Orvis  ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/585591</guid>
		<description>Hello, My Friends,
I am so excited to be chosen a daily diary pick! Thank you, Catster pickker!
My ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hello, My Friends,
I am so excited to be chosen a daily diary pick! Thank you, Catster pickker!
My dear wife, Xena, has an enlarged heart.  Of course I knew this already but mom says it's not that kind of big heart.  This kind can be a problem but Xena's cardiologist says it is only slightly enlarged.  Xena must take more medicine and be tested to be sure the medicine is not too hard on her kidneys.  She has to see the doctor again, too, but all in all she is doing well!
Xena had a good time on her field trip.  She made sure her parents' car now has Xenafur upholstery.  And she also played trampoline in her hotel room, jumping from bed to bed!  I wish I could have gone.
Xena's parents also picked up her new baby brother while they were in Ohio.  He is named Geno and he is adorable:
http://www.dogster.com/dogs/987246
Tomorrow mom takes Taz to the vet and she will see my new baby sister again!  She is hoping to bring her home Memorial Day weekend but that may be too early, we will see.
Until next time,
Your friend, Orvis]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Keeping Paws Crossed for my Wife!</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/584904</link>

				<pubdate>Sun, 3 May 2009 13:42:44 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Orvis  ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/584904</guid>
		<description>Hello, My Friends,
My dear wife, Xena, goes in for her annual heart exam to the big clinic in Ohio  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hello, My Friends,
My dear wife, Xena, goes in for her annual heart exam to the big clinic in Ohio tomorrow.  She has to go on a road trip with her parents to get there.    They stay overnight and everything!  You see, my dear wife was born with a heart defect that was only partially repaired.  They check her every year to be sure she is healthy.  
While Xena is in Ohio with her parents, they are going to pick up her new brother.  His name is Geno, and he is a beautiful white German Shepherd.  I hope Xena likes him!
I am crossing my paws that my wife is healthy, and that she gets along with her new baby brother.  Please join me, my friends.
Until next time,
Your friend,
Orvis]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>We're Expecting!</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/582359</link>

				<pubdate>Fri, 24 Apr 2009 15:34:51 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Orvis  ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/582359</guid>
		<description>Hello, My Dear Friends,
Well, Xena and I have only been married for a few weeks but already we are  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hello, My Dear Friends,
Well, Xena and I have only been married for a few weeks but already we are expecting new additions to our family!  Xena 's family is adopting a pup and mine is adopting a girlTON!  This is so exciting.  
It will be so nice to have new family members with my dear wife!  Our new additions will arrive in a few weeks.
Purrs of excitement,
Orvis]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Surf n' Turf</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/577163</link>

				<pubdate>Tue, 7 Apr 2009 15:56:21 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Orvis  ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/577163</guid>
		<description>Hello, My Friends,
My bride and I are on the last leg of our honeymoon cruise in the Aegean sea.    ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hello, My Friends,
My bride and I are on the last leg of our honeymoon cruise in the Aegean sea.   Xena and I stopped at some islands and Xena wanted to go swimming.  I found I had not packed my Speedo.  I am much too modest to go skinny dipping!  As my friend the orange troll Taz helps me with everything, I pmailed him for a solution.  That Taz, he has friends everywhere!  He arranged to have a swimsuit delivered to me at our beach side hotel.  Here is a picture of me in my swimsuit with a fish I caught for Xena.  My swimsuit  even came with a bathing cap!  That Taz, he knows everything.  He says that bathing suits that match the sea life are all the rage!  That's why everyone on the beach was staring at me, they couldn't believe my fashion sense.

I will see all of you soon, my Friends,
Orvis, the Happy Honeymooner]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>A Postcard from the Mediterranean!</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/576348</link>

				<pubdate>Sun, 5 Apr 2009 09:30:27 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Orvis  ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/576348</guid>
		<description>Hello, My Friends,
Well, I am writing this on my laptop from the deck of our Mediterranean LOVEBOAT ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hello, My Friends,
Well, I am writing this on my laptop from the deck of our Mediterranean LOVEBOAT:


http://www.1800sailaway.com/brochure/mister-jingles

Xena and I had a wonderful time in Rome, and we visited the cats that dwell in the Colosseum.   We left on our cruise Friday and we are now going from island to island.  I emailed my friend the orange troll Taz, for advice as to destinations Xena might enjoy.  He suggested the Aegean stables!  This sounds like a wonderful place for Xena and I to meet some nice Greek horsies.
So, we are off!
Until next time,
Your friend and blissful honeymooner,
Orvis]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Wedding Day Jitters!</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/574123</link>

				<pubdate>Sun, 29 Mar 2009 08:05:35 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Orvis  ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
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		<description>Hello, Dear Friends,
Well, today is the day I marry my beautiful Xena!  I must say, I feel kind of  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hello, Dear Friends,
Well, today is the day I marry my beautiful Xena!  I must say, I feel kind of shaky(****Taz yelling in the background "Maybe it's because I had to drag him in at 2am this morning, blowing chunks"****).  I am drinking my orange juice and milk, as I want to be strong and manly for my day ahead!
Taz' just gave me a giant package as our wedding present.  He also gave me suggested words to say to Xena in the ceremony.  Mom grabbed them and tore them up, I wonder why?
Oh well, dear friends, I am looking forward to a beautiful wedding and a wonderful life ahead as Xena's husband!
Excited purrs,
Orvis]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>A Little Night Music</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/573110</link>

				<pubdate>Wed, 25 Mar 2009 16:13:50 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Orvis  ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
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		<description>Hello, My Dear Friends,
Well, I am starting to get a little nervous.  My wedding is in 4 days!  I d ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hello, My Dear Friends,
Well, I am starting to get a little nervous.  My wedding is in 4 days!  I don't know what I would do without my friend the orange troll Taz here to give me premarital advice.
Taz was telling me today what I should wear for my wedding night.  I was thinking maybe he would let me borrow his satin pajamas or his Smoking Jacket.  Instead, he assured me that this brightly colored outfit would be something Xena would love!  I wasn't sure, as you can see me asking Taz if I looked handsome and manly.  All I need now is Taz' help in selecting music for our wedding night!
What would I do without Taz' help and support? I am such a lucky fellow.
Until next time, My Friends,
Orvis]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Engagement Picture</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/572154</link>

				<pubdate>Sun, 22 Mar 2009 11:36:12 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Orvis  ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/572154</guid>
		<description>Hello, Dear Friends,
Well, it is only a week until my marriage to the beautiful XENA, Warrior Princ ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hello, Dear Friends,
Well, it is only a week until my marriage to the beautiful XENA, Warrior Princess.  I am relying on my seasoned manly friend the orange troll Taz to advise me in the preparations for my wedding.  Today, he told me that I must have proper engagement pictures for my nuptials.  He said that this pink helmet and matching collar was the purrfect choice for my official photos.  I am willing to do anything for my beautiful bride, Xena, so I have put them on to look purrfect for her.
What would I do without the advice of my dear friend, the orange troll Taz?
Happily awaiting the special day,
Your friend,
Orvis]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Where is my family going?</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/567390</link>

				<pubdate>Fri, 6 Mar 2009 16:12:09 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Orvis  ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/567390</guid>
		<description>Hello, My Dear Friends,
I don't understand what is going on.  My sister Susie has left.  She has be ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hello, My Dear Friends,
I don't understand what is going on.  My sister Susie has left.  She has been gone more than a week now so I know she is not coming back.  My mom has been so sad.  Until a few days ago I would jump in her lap and her eyes would leak on my fur.
My sister Flinders left a few months ago and never came back.  So you see, my friends, I only have one sister left, Ko.   I keep following her around and she growls and hisses at me.  I don't understand why she does this and my parents are yelling at me to leave her alone.  I don't want her to leave, too!
Sad and confused,
Until next time,
Your friend, Orvis]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>I've been Tagged by McKinsey!</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/563519</link>

				<pubdate>Sun, 22 Feb 2009 16:22:17 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Orvis  ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/563519</guid>
		<description>Hello, My Friends,
I have been tagged by my friend McKinsey. I will answer these questions and ask  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hello, My Friends,
I have been tagged by my friend McKinsey. I will answer these questions and ask my friends that are interested to play in their diaries:

1)-What color is your collar?  My collar was made for me and it is turquoise and sea blue.

2)-What kind of food do you eat?   I eat mostly dry food, Geriatrix because I live with Old FUrts, and assorted Fancy Feast and Nine Lives.  I also like that turquoise label stuff with egg.

3)-What are your favorite treats?  I eat a variety of treats; mom always has the chex mix for cats on hand and that is my favorite (OK, its Party Mix but it looks like chex mix).

4)-Do you have a Valentine or significant other?   I am engaged to be married to XENA, WARRIOR PRINCESS!

5)-Do you get table scraps?  No.  Mom is a vegetarian and doesn't have anything that interests me.  Dad has tried to share cold cuts but I don't want them.

6)-What is your favorite toy?  I have one of those circle track toys at the office one of my first friends there bought me.  I play with it every day I am there.

7)-When is your birthday?  February 19, 2007.

8)-How many times a day do you get to eat?  As many times as possible.

9)-Do you have a favorite color?  I like blues, but mom says I look good with reds and pinks.

10)-Do you hope all your pals put this in their diary? I do!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>In the Days of My Youth, I was Told What it Means to be a Mancat</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/562752</link>

				<pubdate>Fri, 20 Feb 2009 05:48:05 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Orvis  ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/562752</guid>
		<description>Hello, My Friends,
Well, I have passed a major milestone in my life.  I turned two yesterday and of ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hello, My Friends,
Well, I have passed a major milestone in my life.  I turned two yesterday and officially became a Mancat, albiet a "Mancat Colt" rather than a "Mancat Stallion", as my friend Alex the Angel pointed out.  I am going to try really hard to be a Stallion for next year!!!
I got some great toys from my parents, and Taz gave me a great basket of gifts!  I can't wait to listen to Livvy, she is pretty!  And Freakazoid looks like fun.  Taz is so thoughtful, he knows how to make a brother feel special.
I am not sure what I am to do with the pink stuff or the duct tape.  Maybe Taz has a special game he wants to play with me?
And, my Friends, it made my Mancat Colt eyes leak to think of wearing the bunny ears with Taz this Easter.  I am so honored and humbled, as I know Taz is the king of all Catbunnies.
Thanks to all of you, my friends, for your greetings and rosies on my Birthday.  I love you all!
Your Friend,
Orvis]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>It's Been A While!</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/556662</link>

				<pubdate>Tue, 3 Feb 2009 16:01:14 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Orvis  ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/556662</guid>
		<description>Hello, My Friends,
It sure has been a long time since I wrote in my diary.  My Friends, I was so wo ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hello, My Friends,
It sure has been a long time since I wrote in my diary.  My Friends, I was so worried about my sister, Susie.  She was gone for a long time and I was so afraid she wasn't coming back!  But she did, and she is getting better.  
I am looking forward to Valentine's Day.  I am getting lots of Valentines in the mail from my friends on the Pen Paws group.  This is fun!  And I am helping mom getting our valentines out to our friends.  
This year, too, I have a fiance!  Last year I was all alone and now I am happily engaged to my furever lovecat, XENA!  XENA will be FOUR on Thursday, and I will send her a special lovegift.
And, Mom says I am going to have my birthday soon.  I will be TWO WHOLE YEARS OLD!  This is so exciting to me, my Friends.  Taz says he has something special for me.  What could that be?  I can't wait.
Until next time, My Friends,
Your pal, Orvis]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Dad's Hairdresser-Me!</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/548312</link>

				<pubdate>Sun, 11 Jan 2009 16:24:27 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Orvis  ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/548312</guid>
		<description>Hello, My Friends,
My Daddy was away last week.  I was so glad when he came home Friday, but his ha ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hello, My Friends,
My Daddy was away last week.  I was so glad when he came home Friday, but his hair was a wreck.  This weekend, I worked very, very hard to fix Dad's hair so it was just right.  Mom took some pictures of me doing my job.
Let me know, My Friends, if your Daddies need purrsonal grooming services!
Until next time,
Your friend,
Orvis]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>I Love the Holidays!</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/543151</link>

				<pubdate>Sun, 28 Dec 2008 09:34:32 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Orvis  ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/543151</guid>
		<description>Hello, My Friends,
I simply had a wonderful Christmas time, and a Happy Hanukkah, too!  My family r ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hello, My Friends,
I simply had a wonderful Christmas time, and a Happy Hanukkah, too!  My family received the most wonderful presents from our secret Santa families, the family of Nermal and Moozer and his Archangel Crew.  And, my friends, my mom made me a special gift just like she did for my brother the orange troll Taz!  At first, I saw Taz in his special skating costume and I cried, because I didn't have one.  Mom said, don't worry, Orvis, I have tailored one to your purrsonal measurements.  Here you see pictures of me enjoying my costume, looking out the window and waiting for the snow to come back.  I can then take my beautiful fiance, XENA, for a skating outing!  I am so excited!
Until next time,
Your friend, Orvis]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Really in the House with a Bad Name This Time</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/537823</link>

				<pubdate>Sat, 13 Dec 2008 08:28:10 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Orvis  ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/537823</guid>
		<description>Hello, My Friends,
Well, Taz says I really did it this time.  He says I may keep my Christmas by lo ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hello, My Friends,
Well, Taz says I really did it this time.  He says I may keep my Christmas by losing my situation.  What does that mean?  Mom says pay no attention to Taz, he is a Scrooge.  I know I am still in trouble, though.  Dad left his den open to get tea while he was studying this morning, and I just had to climb his big thing with the stickers on it.  It fell over and broke and spilled black stuff all over.  And mom's plant went over, too, and spilled water on the floor.  Dad said words that you can't put on catster without getting put in the kennel-forever.  His phone thingy was still open and his study buddy heard them.   Mom said the big thing with the stickers on it was older than Taz, and that is as old as Methuselah, whatever that means.
Since my friend Newman says that if you are Jewish, Santa still comes to you even if you are bad, I will stay in touch with my Jewish side exclusively this holiday season, I think.
Permanently punished purrs,
Your friend, Orvis]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Santa dropped off a package!</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/537046</link>

				<pubdate>Wed, 10 Dec 2008 15:26:48 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Orvis  ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/537046</guid>
		<description>Hello, My Friends,
I am so excited.  Santa F=R=A=G=I=L=E sent a guy in a brown truck with a package ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hello, My Friends,
I am so excited.  Santa F=R=A=G=I=L=E sent a guy in a brown truck with a package for my family!  I wonder if Santa is Italian, if that is pronounce Fragilee.  Anyway, mom says I must wait for TEN DAYS before we can open the box.  I don't know if I can wait that long, maybe that's why mom took it away from me.
Excited purrs,
Until next time, Orvis]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Fit as a Fiddle!</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/535786</link>

				<pubdate>Sun, 7 Dec 2008 08:26:38 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Orvis  ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/535786</guid>
		<description>Hello, My Friends,
Well, I am very happy to report that my doctor called and I am a very hale and h ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hello, My Friends,
Well, I am very happy to report that my doctor called and I am a very hale and hearty guy!  This means no helmet for SIX MONTHS!  This is a very nice early holiday present.  I am doing kitten backflips!
I am sure Xena, my fiancecat, will be pleased to know that her future husbandcat is in PURRFECT condition!!!
Happy purrs,
Your friend, Orvis]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>In BIG Trouble. AGAIN.</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/534719</link>

				<pubdate>Wed, 3 Dec 2008 16:01:26 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Orvis  ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/534719</guid>
		<description>Hello, My Friends,
Well, I am in big trouble.  My mom tricked me and instead of coming home from th ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hello, My Friends,
Well, I am in big trouble.  My mom tricked me and instead of coming home from the office, she kept me in the car, got my friend the orange troll Taz and took me to the VET.  I don't like this place at all, my friends.  It smells so bad to me that I started hissing and growling.  My mom tried to get me out of my carrier and I couldn't help it, I even growled and snapped at her.  And then, the most awful thing, my friends, the old helmet wouldn't fit me so they got a MONSTER GREEN HELMET and put it on me.  I was so upset, I screamed as loud as I could and tried to get away.  They had lots of people trying to hold me, even mom's friend Ms. Debi, who said I had grown into a giant cat. 
I hope I don't have to go back for a long time.  Mom is really mad at me, I better wake her up with a kiss tomorrow morning.
In the WoofHouse,
Your friend, Orvis]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>But I wanted to be SANTA this year!</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/533281</link>

				<pubdate>Sat, 29 Nov 2008 16:37:13 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Orvis  ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/533281</guid>
		<description>Hello, My Friends,
I hope all of you had a nice holiday with lots of turkey.  My daddy is going to  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hello, My Friends,
I hope all of you had a nice holiday with lots of turkey.  My daddy is going to cook our turkey tomorrow, I can't wait.
This week my friend the orange troll Taz and I and the rest of my family got our Christmas pictures taken by mom.  I tried to tell mom that due to my wrestling matches with Jacob, I have developed into a full mancat and am able to be Santa this year.  But she said that Taz gets that job.  I was really upset and I screamed really loud.  Taz called me a demented elf, what does that mean?  I don't think it is anything nice.
I hope my holiday season will get better.  
Disappointed,
Your friend,
Orvis]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Getting Ready for Mom's Big Birthday!</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/528152</link>

				<pubdate>Sat, 15 Nov 2008 09:11:00 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Orvis  ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/528152</guid>
		<description>Hello, My Friends,
As it is cold and rainy today, I decided to spend my day preparing for mom's big ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hello, My Friends,
As it is cold and rainy today, I decided to spend my day preparing for mom's big birthday Monday.
As my friend the orange troll Taz has known my mom for much longer than me, I decided to ask him for help to find the purrfect gifts to make Mom's day special.  What would I do without his help, my friends?  He immediately found some things that he said would be purrfect selections for my Mom!
Here, in these photos you can see me putting the finishing touches on the gifts Taz helped me select!
Taz says that mom will be so happy to receive these gifts, I can't wait!
Your pal,
Orvis]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Met the Parents!</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/522553</link>

				<pubdate>Sun, 2 Nov 2008 07:33:37 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Orvis  ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/522553</guid>
		<description>Hello, My Friends,
This has been such an exciting weekend for me.  On Friday night, my mom put me i ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hello, My Friends,
This has been such an exciting weekend for me.  On Friday night, my mom put me in my harness so I could sit on my porch and watch all the small purrsons dressed in funny clothes walk by.  A few of them wanted to pet me.  I finally remembered this from last year; at first I was kind of scared and then I figured that it might be fun to watch.

And yesterday, dear friends, the most exciting thing--Xena's parents came to meet me in PURRSON!  They were so nice to me, they brought me a basket that had lots of toys, treats and even some presents Xena got for being a Champion Best in Show cat, that she wanted me to have!!  And best of all, Ms. Diane, Xena's mom, gave me a picture of beautiful Xena.  I think Xena's parents liked me, and they approve of me as a SON-IN-LAW.  I am the luckiest, happiest cat.
I am worn out from all the excitement.  I think I will sleep today!
Happy Purrs,
Your friend, Orvis]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Please vote for my brothers!</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/520991</link>

				<pubdate>Tue, 28 Oct 2008 16:14:38 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Orvis  ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/520991</guid>
		<description>Hello, My Friends,
I am doing kitten back flips!  I am so happy, two of my brothers, Boots and Jaco ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hello, My Friends,
I am doing kitten back flips!  I am so happy, two of my brothers, Boots and Jacob, have been chosen as finalists in the new www.stuffonmycat.com contest.  Will you please vote for one of them (you can only vote for one per IP address):

http://www.stuffonmycat.com/Contests/contest-results-whats-your-cat-thinking.html

Thank you, my friends,
Orvis]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>What's a Unicorn?</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/515307</link>

				<pubdate>Sun, 12 Oct 2008 10:10:42 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Orvis  ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/515307</guid>
		<description>Hello, My Friends,
Well, today mom said that it was time for me to wear my new Halloween costume.   ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hello, My Friends,
Well, today mom said that it was time for me to wear my new Halloween costume.  As you can see, I am wearing it now.  What is a unicorn?  Mom tried to get Taz to wear this costume but Taz said it was purrfect for me.  My friend the orange troll Taz, he is always looking out for me.  Oh well, Mom has to go put Taz' costume on him.  Why is he hiding? 
Your pal,
Orvis]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Yippee!</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/514186</link>

				<pubdate>Thu, 9 Oct 2008 07:20:58 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Orvis  ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/514186</guid>
		<description>Hello, My Friends,
I am doing kitten backflips.  My friends, my picture is on the main Catster page ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hello, My Friends,
I am doing kitten backflips.  My friends, my picture is on the main Catster page today as my diary is the featured pick for the day!  The first thing I did was to run and find my friend the orange troll Taz and tell him this exciting news.  He was under his comforter so I had to stick my paw in there to wake him up.  You should have heard his sounds of joy, my friends.  He even called me a Dolorous Diarist.  What does that mean? Oh well, I am sure that it is a fancy way of Taz concatulating me on this great honor!
Until next time, My Friends,
Your pal,
Orvis]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>I'm Cold!</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/512478</link>

				<pubdate>Sat, 4 Oct 2008 14:33:28 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Orvis  ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/512478</guid>
		<description>Hello, My Friends,
I have spent most of the last week trying to get warm.  It has been so cold here ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hello, My Friends,
I have spent most of the last week trying to get warm.  It has been so cold here in the morning, and it doesn't warm up much during the day.  So I have tried a couple of things:
1.  Sit next to Jacob.  He is always warm.
2.  Sit by the register.  It didn't work until yesterday.  Mom says dad has to fix stuff to turn on the furnace and he finally did.
3.  Sleep on mom's butt at night.  Taz says I am a butt zit.  What does that mean?
4.  Sleep on all of the new bed things mom has put out.  I have a brand new fuzzy pink bed!  I heard mom say she got it for Taz' birthday, but I am sure he won't mind if I use it first.
Until next time,
Your pal, Orvis]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>My First Pirate Day!</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/506526</link>

				<pubdate>Wed, 17 Sep 2008 15:29:02 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Orvis  ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/506526</guid>
		<description>Hello, My Friends,
Well, I saw my friend the orange troll Taz got to be a pirate.  I am not sure wh ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hello, My Friends,
Well, I saw my friend the orange troll Taz got to be a pirate.  I am not sure what that is but of course I wanted to be one, too.  So here I am!  I stole Taz' bottle of rum and Dad gave me his treasure chest.  Now all I need is my girlfriendcat Xena, as mom says every pirate needs a pirate Wench.  What is that?  Oh well, whatever that is I hope Xena wants to be one for me.
Happy Pirate Day, my friends,
Until next time, Orvis]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Mom won some prizes!</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/500474</link>

				<pubdate>Sun, 31 Aug 2008 16:06:55 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Orvis  ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/500474</guid>
		<description>Hello, My friends,
Well, my helping my mom has paid off! You see, mom calls me Mr. Helper, everythi ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hello, My friends,
Well, my helping my mom has paid off! You see, mom calls me Mr. Helper, everything she does is purrsonally supervised by me if I am around.  This year, mom stayed home for a day and was making noise in the kitchen all day.  Because I thought she needed help, I was frequently up on the counters and watching her mix lots of things she wouldn't let me touch.
She and dad came back yesterday and told me all my help paid off! She won some prizes for the things that I purrsonally helped her create.  My pal Bosco said they would win with my fur in them, and he was right.
I am so happy.
Have a great weekend, my friends,
Orvis]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Missing sister Flinders</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/498861</link>

				<pubdate>Tue, 26 Aug 2008 16:27:18 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Orvis  ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/498861</guid>
		<description>Hello, My Friends,
My sister Flinders has been gone for a few days.  I don't think she is coming ba ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hello, My Friends,
My sister Flinders has been gone for a few days.  I don't think she is coming back.
I look for her every morning first thing when I get up, and when I come home from the office in the evening.
I know she wasn't feeling well the last I saw her.  Mom and Dad were even more insistant than usual that I not chase her or get near her.
I hope wherever she is, my sister knows that I loved her and never meant to get her mad.  I only wanted to play with her.
Mom says Flinders now has wings.  I think my sister will look very pretty with wings.
Flinders was the first cat to greet me in my new home.  I will always miss her.
Until next time,
Your pal, Orvis]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>My Girlfriendcat Xena won Best in Show!</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/494416</link>

				<pubdate>Thu, 14 Aug 2008 16:13:37 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Orvis  ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/494416</guid>
		<description>Hello, My Friends,
Well, I know I just wrote yesterday but I couldn't wait to tell all of you that  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hello, My Friends,
Well, I know I just wrote yesterday but I couldn't wait to tell all of you that my purrsonal girlfriendcat, Xena, won Best in Show in her latest competition!  I am so excited and proud.  I wish she lived closer so I could give her my paw and show her off!
Until next time,
Your pal, Orvis]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Home for the Day!</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/493969</link>

				<pubdate>Wed, 13 Aug 2008 16:34:12 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Orvis  ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/493969</guid>
		<description>Hello, My Friends,
Today I stayed home with mom.  She was in the kitchen all day making lots of thi ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hello, My Friends,
Today I stayed home with mom.  She was in the kitchen all day making lots of things.  She enters baked goods in the Michigan State Fair every year.  I had a good time watching her.  It was really funny when something started smoking and she had to turn on all the fans.   Last year, I was still in my room and I couldn't come out and watch her do her baking, so this is another first for me.
Tomorrow I go back to work, but mom said something about having to go to the VET tomorrow afternoon.  I had a boo boo on my lower gum and mom thinks my canine tooth is rubbing my gum, so it has to be checked out.  I don't know why.
And finally, my dear Friends, thank you all for the beautiful collars.  Taz says I need all that Fabreze.  What does that mean? Oh well, I think it was nice of all of you to think of me, Orvis.
Until next time, my Friends,
Orvis]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Boy, am I in Trouble!</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/485478</link>

				<pubdate>Wed, 23 Jul 2008 15:46:14 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Orvis  ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/485478</guid>
		<description>Hello, my Friends,
Well, I had my annual exam today.  I was a very bad boy.  You see, I had more th ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hello, my Friends,
Well, I had my annual exam today.  I was a very bad boy.  You see, I had more than enough time at the vet when I was younger and I don't like being there at all.  So, when the vet came into the room I said filthy words and I spit.  I also growled.  Thank goodness, I did not need the HELMET as my doctor said no vampire stuff today.  Well, I am glad this day is over!
Until next time,
Your pal, Orvis]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>My Friend the Orange Troll Taz is a Gourmet Chef</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/484211</link>

				<pubdate>Sun, 20 Jul 2008 16:08:51 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Orvis  ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/484211</guid>
		<description>Hi, My Friends,
Well, last week saw the first anniversary of my life in my new home!  It is hard to ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hi, My Friends,
Well, last week saw the first anniversary of my life in my new home!  It is hard to believe, but a year ago, my grandpa brought me from the park to my parents home!  How time flies when you are having fun!!
Speaking of fun, I looked in a bag my mom had brought home and I saw she had purchased a chef's outfit for my friend the orange troll Taz.  As I wanted him to have plenty of good things to cook, yesterday I brought lots of yummy meats and things for him to cook and left them in a pile for him.  Taz  went to start cooking now, and is so excited by my offerings,  he is now screaming in delight!   I have told him to hurry up and cook my weenies!
Until next time,
Your pal, Orvis]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Thunderboomers; Daddy not home!</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/480031</link>

				<pubdate>Thu, 10 Jul 2008 09:37:55 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Orvis  ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/480031</guid>
		<description>Hi, My friends,
I had my first Fourth of July with my family.  It was fun as both mom and dad staye ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hi, My friends,
I had my first Fourth of July with my family.  It was fun as both mom and dad stayed home with us.  I watched out the back window as they put rocks in the garden and played with the dirt.  I used to do that, too!
That night, my friends, and for two nights afterwords, there were loud booming noises in the night!  I called them thunderboomers.  At first I was frightened, but then I saw no one else was running away so I just stayed with mom and dad on their bed.
And, my friends, my daddy is away!  He only did this once before since I came to live here.  Mom says he is in the place called San Ho Say again.  I miss him!  He does such a good job cleaning my litter box.  I watched mom do it and it just wasn't the same.
Mom says that soon it will be the one year anniversary of me coming to live here.  I hope to have a party and see my friend the orange troll Taz wearing a funny hat!
Well, my dear friends, 
Until next time,
Orvis]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>My First Father's Day with My Daddy!</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/471251</link>

				<pubdate>Mon, 16 Jun 2008 05:46:50 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Orvis  ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/471251</guid>
		<description>Hello, my Friends,
I got to celebrate Father's Day yesterday, with my very own Daddy for the first  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hello, my Friends,
I got to celebrate Father's Day yesterday, with my very own Daddy for the first time!  I was so excited, I helped mom wrap his package, and I gave it to him myself.  And he liked it!  I got him a Stuff on my Cat shirt (www.stuffonmycat.com).  It is a space kitty that looks like my Sister Susie in a space ship.
I am so happy I have a family that celebrates holidays with me!
Until next time, my friends,
Orvis]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Men O'Paws</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/469697</link>

				<pubdate>Wed, 11 Jun 2008 15:56:36 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Orvis  ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/469697</guid>
		<description>Hello, My Friends,
Today I am going to talk about a subject near and dear to my mom's heart, Men O' ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hello, My Friends,
Today I am going to talk about a subject near and dear to my mom's heart, Men O'Paws.
I always thought my mom was Scottish and German.  I never knew she was Irish, but she must be, because Dad says she is into Men O'Paws.  You see, my friends, I like to sleep on my mom at night.  As it has gotten warmer, my mom thrashes me off.  She gets red and sweaty sometimes, and I get to lick her skin.  Dad has explained to me these things are part of her being in Men O'Paws.  I am not sure what this means.  I am a mancat, and Boots, Jacob, and my friend the orange troll Taz are mancats.  Does that mean that she gets hot when she thinks of us Men O' Paws?
Well, my girlfriendcat Xena thinks I am hot!!!  But I am not sure my mom is supposed to think that!!
Until next time, my Friends,
Orvis]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>I've been tagged!</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/467899</link>

				<pubdate>Fri, 6 Jun 2008 14:55:16 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Orvis  ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/467899</guid>
		<description>Hello, My friends,
I have been tagged by Bosco, my best buddy (http://www.catster.com/cats/332574/d ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hello, My friends,
I have been tagged by Bosco, my best buddy (http://www.catster.com/cats/332574/diary/467776).
I am going to list five things about myself you may not know:

1.  I go to the office almost every day with my mom!
2.  I like to sleep next to one of my parents almost every night, for at least part of the time.
3.  Sometimes I wish I had a friend my own age to play with, even though I consider the orange troll Taz my friend and mentor.
4.  I have to wear a helmet sometimes at the vet.
5.  I am a happy guy and all mom has to do is talk to me and I purr.

I tag anyone that is reading my diary who would like to play!
Until next time, my friends,
Orvis]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Thank you, My Grandpas</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/463259</link>

				<pubdate>Sat, 24 May 2008 16:35:10 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Orvis  ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/463259</guid>
		<description>Hi, Friends!
I have had a great week.  I am so glad my friend the orange troll Taz is home.  He is  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hi, Friends!
I have had a great week.  I am so glad my friend the orange troll Taz is home.  He is feeling great, and eating almost as much as me!
Today, my friends, my mom has told me about another "First" holiday with my family.  It is Memorial Day.  Mom told me we should remember some people in our family, with thanks.  Probably no one ever thanked them.
Mom told me that as far as she knows, no ancester in our family was either rich or famous.  But if it wasn't for our special ancestors, and others like them, we wouldn't have a country.
So, this Memorial Day, I, Orvis, would like to thank:
Pvt. Stephen Thurston of Vermont, Continental Army, who served under Gen. George Washington at Valley Forge.  He was my great great great great great grandfather.
Pvt. (John) Adam Sawvel, of Pennsylvania,  Continental Army.  He was my great great great great great grandfather.
Pvt. Samuel M. Riegel, Union Army47th Pennsylvania Infantry.  Served under Gen. McClellan and Gen. W.T. Sherman.  He was my great great great grandfather.
Mom says that she doesn't think they would mind having a cat for a great times three or five grandson , so long as I thank them this Memorial Day.
So Happy Memorial Day to you, my dear friends, and don't forget to thank your special Grandpas or Grandmas!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>I am so happy my Friend the Orange Troll is Home.</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/461077</link>

				<pubdate>Sun, 18 May 2008 08:17:34 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Orvis  ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/461077</guid>
		<description>Hello, my Friends,
I am such a happy large kitTON mancat!  I was very sad earlier last week as my f ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hello, my Friends,
I am such a happy large kitTON mancat!  I was very sad earlier last week as my friend the Orange Troll Taz left again.  I was scared he wouldn't be back!  I kept looking in all of his places and I started crying when I saw mom take his bedding and put it in the big white thing downstairs.
I also had to go to the place they put the HELMET on me.  I was good and for the first time I didn't need the helmet.  Mom said all my blood work was normal, and thank goodness as they can't afford any more vet stuff and would have to sell me to the circus.  What does that mean?
Anyway, they brought my friend Taz home on Friday night.  I couldn't stop staring at him, my Friends.  His belly is BALD!  And his neck is BALD!  And he smelled so funny, I couldn't help but hiss, which got me in ALOT of trouble.  My mom said he looked like the moths got him.  Well, if I see any moths coming after my friend, I will KILL THEM! So there!!
I am still kind of upset because I can't hang around Taz as much as I used to do.  He is in the den with Dad where Dad goes to make cat food and vet money sometimes.  He is getting to go out more and more, though, and we are back to the stuff we do as buddies, like go to the men's room together.  Isn't friendship great?
See you next time, my dear Friends,
Your pal,
Orvis]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>I miss my my Friend!</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/457778</link>

				<pubdate>Thu, 8 May 2008 16:57:26 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Orvis  ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/457778</guid>
		<description>Hi, my Friends,
I am so sad!  This morning, I went to look for my friend the orange troll Taz on to ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hi, my Friends,
I am so sad!  This morning, I went to look for my friend the orange troll Taz on top of the dryer where he sleeps in his warm hutch.  I walked by once, didn't see him, and walked back.  He was not there!  I was so upset, I went to sit by Mom, who was riding the bike that goes nowhere.  I never do this.  I wanted Mom to assure me my friend Taz was coming home soon!  I love him and miss him!!  Mom says that the doctor is doing everything to make him better.  I hope he doesn't have to wear a helmet there like I do.
So, my dear friends, will you please purr for my friend the orange troll Taz.
Thank you,
Your pal, Orvis]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Tiptoe through the Tulips with Me</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/450929</link>

				<pubdate>Sat, 19 Apr 2008 16:41:58 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Orvis  ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/450929</guid>
		<description>Hi, My Friends!
I love spring! My new hobby is to look out on my backyard, and it has lots of prett ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hi, My Friends!
I love spring! My new hobby is to look out on my backyard, and it has lots of pretty green things popping through the ground.  And the beautiful flowers!! I want to go outside! Mom says no because there is a very big dog across the street that the people let go.  He is big enough to eat me.  But at least I can look out the windows.
In my front windows, I can see a birdie has built her nest on one of our lights.  She is sitting there alot of the time.  I bet we will have baby birdies before too long.  It is fun listening to her go tweet tweet. I have assured mom that before I came to her I did not eat birdies, just insects, and just the ones mom doesn't like.  My friend the orange troll Taz says she will believe anything I tell her.  
Well, my friends, it's back to watching the birdies,
Your pal, 
Orvis]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>I am a Big Cat Now; Please vote for my friend the Orange Troll Taz</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/445279</link>

				<pubdate>Sat, 5 Apr 2008 08:28:01 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Orvis  ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/445279</guid>
		<description>Hi, my friends,
I have had a fun couple of weeks.  Thanks to you, my dear purring friends, my dear  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hi, my friends,
I have had a fun couple of weeks.  Thanks to you, my dear purring friends, my dear brother, Boots, is recovering well from his surgery.  He has lost some weight but Mom sure is giving him good stuff to fatten up with!

Mom took some pictures of me today.  I thought my Girlfriendcat, Xena, Warrior Princess, would like to see how large and manly I am getting.  My friend the orange troll Taz says a ladycat likes a real man on her paw.  I hope Xena thinks I am such a man.

And, speaking of my friend the orange troll Taz, I am so excited, he made the finals of a contest.  He looks so cool!  Will you, my friends, please consider voting for him:
http://www.stuffonmycat.com/index.php?itemid=8541

Mom was laughing and laughing this morning, someone thought that Taz looked like Willie Nelson in this contest photo.  Mom said she always thought Taz was a Little Willie.  What does that mean?  Dad didn't think it was funny but Mom was laughing and laughing!
Until next time, my dear Friends,
Your pal, Orvis]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>I have a Girlfriend Cat!</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/438857</link>

				<pubdate>Wed, 19 Mar 2008 09:03:03 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Orvis  ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/438857</guid>
		<description>Hello my Friends!
I had a great time on the green day.  I wore my green things and drank green half ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hello my Friends!
I had a great time on the green day.  I wore my green things and drank green half and half.
And the best news of all, my friends, is that I have found a Girlfriend Cat!  Her name is Xena, Warrior Princess, and you can click on her picture I have placed on my page to find out all about her.  She wears leather garments and I think she is the most beautiful cat I have ever seen!  I am so excited that a pretty lady has agreed to be my Girlfriend.
My mom has some neat things for my next holiday picture session.  She bought me some big white ears and fuzzy slippers, which she hopes she will be able to put on me for my pictures in the next few days.
And finally, my friends, will you please purr for my dear brother, Boots? He has always been kind to me in my new home and Mom told me his is to have some serious surgery tomorrow.  I hope they can find out what is wrong with my brother as I love him very much.
Your pal always,
Orvis]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>My First Birthday, and Wearin' Green like a Billy Idol Leprechaun.</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/429689</link>

				<pubdate>Sun, 24 Feb 2008 12:15:55 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Orvis  ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/429689</guid>
		<description>Hi my friends!
I had a wonderful birthday! My friend the orange troll Taz and I wore neat hats.  My ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hi my friends!
I had a wonderful birthday! My friend the orange troll Taz and I wore neat hats.  My Mom bought us all some tuna and some cream, so we all had special things to eat and drink.
And, Mom has told me about a new holiday we are to celebrate, where we all wear green.  As you can see, this is very flattering to my fur color.  Taz says I look like a "Billy Idol twisted leprachaun".   What does that mean? Is Billy Idol a cat that looks nice in green?
I think I look quite handsome in my green things.  I hope this will help me in my quest to find a nice little girlfriend kitty.
Until next time,
Your pal, Orvis]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>VD week adventures!</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/426684</link>

				<pubdate>Sun, 17 Feb 2008 08:26:34 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Orvis  ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/426684</guid>
		<description>Hello, my friends,
It has been a very exciting week.  I had to go to the doctor with my friend, the ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hello, my friends,
It has been a very exciting week.  I had to go to the doctor with my friend, the orange troll Taz, and they took my blood AGAIN and weighed me.  I am 11 lbs. 7 oz., so this makes me a GIANT kitten! My doctor said one of my blood thingies was a little low, so I have to come back. I wish I didn't, they put the helmet on me and I SCREAM (Mom's note-5 huge dogs in the waiting room began to tremble at Orvis' noises).  At least Mom says I don't have to go back for a couple of months.
And, I won the Frends of Skeezix VD contest!  This means I was awarded lots of rosies from Skeezix, purrsonally.  I want you to know, Skeezix may be famous but he is a real nice guy.  I told him the truth that I couldn't get a girlcat to be my valentine, and he gave me the girlcat rosies anyway!  And he even tried to fix me up with one of his girlcat friends (still I have no luck).
My friend the orange troll Taz says that what do I expect, girlcats look at me and they see a "callow youth that resembles an albino ferret".  What does that mean?
I hope to use my rosies to look  around catster and court a girlcat that will appreciate my Barry Bonds kitten enhanced bulky mancat qualities, even if I am only turning 1 year old on Tuesday.   Mom says we will have a party, and we will all wear hats, including my friend the orange troll Taz!
Well, my friends, I will do my best to come back with a special girlcat friend next time.
Your friend, Orvis]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>My Friend the Orange Troll Taz is COTD!</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/423844</link>

				<pubdate>Sun, 10 Feb 2008 12:20:06 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Orvis  ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/423844</guid>
		<description>Hi, my friends! I am so excited, I have been doing kitten backflips all day.  You see, my purrsonal  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hi, my friends! I am so excited, I have been doing kitten backflips all day.  You see, my purrsonal friend and buddy, the Orange Troll Taz, is Cat of The Day!  This is so exciting for me. Although my sister Susie was COTD a few weeks ago, she doesn't like me close to her so I couldn't celebrate with her.  But Taz, we use the litter box together and everything, we are the best of buds!  I even tried to climb under his covers today, but he made a funny noise.  I wonder why? Oh well, I will hang out with him when he wakes up.  Maybe we can use the litter box together again today!
Your friend, Orvis]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>I can't wait to share my first VD!</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/420863</link>

				<pubdate>Sun, 3 Feb 2008 14:20:05 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Orvis  ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/420863</guid>
		<description>Hello, my friends,
Pretty soon all of the fun days my family celebrates will not be &quot;firsts&quot;.  I am ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hello, my friends,
Pretty soon all of the fun days my family celebrates will not be "firsts".  I am going to be ONE YEAR OLD in a few weeks!  Maybe that means I can go out and get my first little girlfriend cat?
My friend, the orange troll Taz, says that a new holiday is coming up soon, VD.  What is VD?  My friend Taz got me to wear this pretty red and white outfit, he says all the young lady cats will love me in it, especially if I tell them I want to share VD!  What would I do without my wonderful friend Taz to help me with the ladies?
Well, I am off to see if I can get any ladycats to share my VD, like Taz told me I should ask them to do.
Until next time, my friends,
Orvis]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Orvis a la Nooda</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/413537</link>

				<pubdate>Tue, 15 Jan 2008 16:06:44 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Orvis  ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/413537</guid>
		<description>Hi Everyone!
I hope you had a great New Year.  I did.  I stayed in with my mom and dad and they wen ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hi Everyone!
I hope you had a great New Year.  I did.  I stayed in with my mom and dad and they went to bed early, as usual.  But that's OK, it means I get to snuggle!  Dad says I am attached like Velcro to my mom's butt when she sleeps.  What is Velcro?
It is very cold here, dear friends, and although Noodity seems to be the fashion here on Catster lately, I may have to rethink being Nood myself.  I am cold!  Here is a picture of me, Nood, on my electric sherpa pad right in front of the register.  Mom says I am part Oriental (what is that?) so I do not have any undercoat.  Maybe my friend the orange troll Taz will let me borrow his sweater that he got from his Santa Catsy.  I am sure it would fit me and make me look handsome like Taz.
Well, my friends, I hope you stay snuggly, wherever you may be.  Do not do the Nood thing unless it is warm!!
Your Pal, Orvis]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Simply Having a Wonderful Christmas Time</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/407287</link>

				<pubdate>Sun, 30 Dec 2007 07:20:23 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Orvis  ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/407287</guid>
		<description>Hi Everyone! I hope all of you had a wonderful Christmas, I know I did.  Mom and Dad woke me up earl ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hi Everyone! I hope all of you had a wonderful Christmas, I know I did.  Mom and Dad woke me up early on Christmas day, and they spread all of the pretty packages on the floor.  You will be proud of me, my friends, I inspected every bag, package and box purrsonally.  You can see the pictures on my page.  Mom said that since I liked being in the packages so much, I should be decorated so she and dad stuck lots of sticky things on me that made my butt wiggle! And, you will be glad to know, that I got to open other presents this year.  My friend Oreo sent my family lots of beautiful things to eat and play with.  And, I, Orvis, have now gone international! My purrsonal secret Santa was a West Yorkshire cat named Titch! He sent me a fishie stocking stuffed full of really neat UK cat toys and treats that mom cannot get me here.
Last, but not least, my friends, my friend the orange troll Taz loved his sheep DVD!  He screamed when he saw the sheep get blown up, he was so excited!!!
Have a great new year! I have already put on my hat and bow and started snorting catnip.
Your pal,
Orvis]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>I've been tagged by the Lovely Scooter!</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/404198</link>

				<pubdate>Fri, 21 Dec 2007 16:19:22 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Orvis  ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/404198</guid>
		<description>Oh...I am still giggling...I, Orvis, have been tagged by the lovely Scooter.  I am listing 5 things  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Oh...I am still giggling...I, Orvis, have been tagged by the lovely Scooter.  I am listing 5 things I want for Christmas, and tagging 5 Catster friends, and asking them to do the same:
I am wishing for:
1.  I wish my friend the orange troll Taz would play with me. 
2.  I hope my family and friends and all kitties are healthy and happy in the coming year.
3.  I want to meet Santa! Everyone keeps talking about him...
4.  Maybe I can get mom to install an automatic feeder upstairs?
5.  I have gotten wonderful presents so far, from Oreo (our family's Santa) and Titch, my own purrsonal Santa, and I hope to get a few more!

I am tagging:
Pebbles
Tamir
Rockee Jones
Lakoda
Kratos]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Shopping for my first Holiday Season!</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/398696</link>

				<pubdate>Fri, 7 Dec 2007 06:04:01 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Orvis  ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/398696</guid>
		<description>Hi everyone!
My mom is helping me a lot this month, as I have never had any holidays and never had  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hi everyone!
My mom is helping me a lot this month, as I have never had any holidays and never had friends to shop for.  My mom knows that I want to give my friend the orange troll Taz his best present ever so she helped me pick out the purrfect gift for him.  My furrends, please don't tell him what I got him, I want it to be a big surprise.  Mom said to pick something that Taz really likes.  We all know how Taz loves his sheep, so, mom suggested that I get him this special sheep DVD.  You know what it says?  It will be really exciting, because on the front it tells, "There are 40 million sheep in New Zealand, and they are all P***ed Off"!  What does that mean? It sounds exciting, and I am sure my dear friend the orange troll will love his special gift from his loving new little brother!
Your pal,
Orvis]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>I'm Santa's Little Helper!</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/396786</link>

				<pubdate>Sun, 2 Dec 2007 11:02:30 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Orvis  ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/396786</guid>
		<description>Hi Everyone!
Well, I had a very fun week.  I helped mom get the rest of her boxes together for send ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hi Everyone!
Well, I had a very fun week.  I helped mom get the rest of her boxes together for sending to our kitty friends on the catster gift exchanges.  On Friday morning, mom had everything laid out in the living room and I thought it was my job to pull everything out  before it went into the boxes.  I mean, how do we know the cats will like their gifts unless I like them too?   I did this a couple times and my mom yelled at me! Well, I got to keep the things I stole and mom finally locked me up in the bathroom. She said that nocat wanted things with Orvisdrool on them. What could that mean?

I hope the kitties like everything.  The boxes were so stuffed Daddy had to help taping them shut!  They had lots of great stuff for good little kitty boys and girls.

And, my friends, I heard from my Santa again this weekend!!! Santa gave me a snowflake and said I would still get presents even if I am not good all of the time.  This is a good thing as mom is still mad at me for stealing the presents.  

I am looking forward to more fun  for the holidays.  Some of the cats in our house are celebrating Hanukkah.   I heard that this means you get presents on more than one day, I can't wait.   

Until next time, my dear friends, your pal, Orvis]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Christmas is coming!</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/394299</link>

				<pubdate>Mon, 26 Nov 2007 12:21:53 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Orvis  ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/394299</guid>
		<description>Hi everyone!
I am getting to know about the season my parents call Christmas. I have never had a Ch ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hi everyone!
I am getting to know about the season my parents call Christmas. I have never had a Christmas before so everything is new and exciting.
I have been helping mom with her funny machine that makes noise. She told me I can't come and sit on the soft things going through the machine as she is sending them to other cats! I don't know why they wouldn't want my special smell on them, do you?
Mom has bags and bags of toys, treats and goodies on the front porch that I can't get to, either. But I am really excited to know that our family is going to be Santa Claws for lots of kitties!
And, most fun of all, my friends, I got to dress up with my friend the orange troll for what mom says is a Christmas picture! I wonder why the orange troll was making growly sounds when he looked so pretty in his red suit.
I can't wait for some more holiday fun!
Your pal, Orvis]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Gigantor, the Space Age Kitten</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/388728</link>

				<pubdate>Tue, 13 Nov 2007 08:11:24 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Orvis  ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/388728</guid>
		<description>Hi Everyone! Boy did I get some good news today! I don't have to go in to get poked until after Chri ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hi Everyone! Boy did I get some good news today! I don't have to go in to get poked until after Christmas (what is that?), as I my tests show I am a healthy and hardy kitten.  And, I was weighed for the first time in a while, and mom says I am heavier than my siblings Ko, Taz and Flinders.  So, when I had to wear my helmet this morning to get my poke, mom called me Gigantor, the Space Age Kitten.   I am so happy to be a healthy boy.  
Your pal, Orvis]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Lots of things to tell you!</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/384522</link>

				<pubdate>Fri, 2 Nov 2007 16:21:47 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Orvis  ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/384522</guid>
		<description>Hi everyone! It has been a while since my secretary could write my diary for me.  She and Daddy went ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hi everyone! It has been a while since my secretary could write my diary for me.  She and Daddy went on what they called a vacation last weekend. What is that? Well, to me it meant they were not home to play with me. But they left some nice ladies here in my home to feed me and play with me.  One of the ladies brought me a small purrson to play with. I liked this.They said I was a good boy, except that I kept chasing Flinders and they had to stop me.

This week I got the nasty poke at the kitty doctor and I squirmed so much that they put something over my head that I hated so much I was still.  Mom said I looked like an astronaut.  What is that? Anyway, my doctor says I am now well enough that I don't need the medication that mom says made me a giant Barry Bonds kitten.

And finally, I had a great time this week sitting on my porch with my parents watching lots of little purrsons in funny clothes and hats.  I wonder if they squirm when their parents put them in these things, like I do.  Well, my parents put things in their bags and they noticed me and wanted to pet me. I loved this!  I had such a good time, I can't wait until this happens again.

I hope all of you, my friends, had a good time and didn't squirm when your parents put funny clothes and hats on you.  I learned that watching others in those things is much more fun!

Your pal, Orvis]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>I've been tagged!</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/378957</link>

				<pubdate>Sun, 21 Oct 2007 08:23:25 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Orvis  ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/378957</guid>
		<description>I've been tagged by Figaro.

Here are the rules:
Each player starts with seven random facts about ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ I've been tagged by Figaro.

Here are the rules:
Each player starts with seven random facts about themselves. Cats who are tagged need to write in their own diary about the seven random facts and the rules. You need to choose seven cats to tag and list their names. Don’t forget to leave them a comment that they have been tagged and to read your diary!

1. My mom got my name from the "Orvis" catalog, which she has ordered from for years, and because she wanted the name Clovis, but too many other cats had it and "Orvis" was close to it.

2. I almost went to the bridge when I was only 6 1/2 months old when my blood stopped clotting.  I got all kinds of bruises under my pink skin and began hemorraging from my mouth. Great vet care and a transfusion from a heroic donor kitty saved my life. I still do not know what was wrong with me for sure, and I am almost weaned off the steroid I have been on for 6 weeks.

3.  My family thinks I am part Oriental as I have a strong voice which I use to wake up everyone at my vet clinic when they give me my pokes for blood checks.

4.  I am a huge kitten.  Even though I am only 8 months old now I weigh almost 10 pounds.  Maybe it's because I have been on the Barry Bonds program to increase bulk and manliness.

5.  I go with my mom to her office every week day, even though I don' t have to be separated from my family of cats any more.  I like this and everyone at my office likes me and I have made friends that come to see me and bring me toys.

6.  I do like my cat family but I don't understand why they won't play with me. I like the orange troll Taz a lot and I have to do everything he does, and I like to play horsie on top of the giant cat in my house, Mr. Jacob.  I wonder why he makes funny sounds when I do this.

7.  My favorite things in my house and office are my nests, which I snuggle in to sleep.


I tag:
Domino
Milani
Samson
Zuni
Antoine
Cutie Pie
Chicago.]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>More dressup-Halloween pictures!</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/376771</link>

				<pubdate>Tue, 16 Oct 2007 16:04:31 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Orvis  ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/376771</guid>
		<description>Hello everyone!  This last weekend my mom went into the orange troll's closet and took out some fabr ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hello everyone!  This last weekend my mom went into the orange troll's closet and took out some fabric things to put on me.  I was excited, as you all know I want to do everything my friend the orange troll does.  I wasn't sure about some of these things as they had to go over my head and my mom had to put my front legs into them. Mom took lots of pictures and said I am entering some contests for Halloween.  What is that? I never had a Halloween before, this is my first one. I can't wait. And, my friends, great news from my doctor! Today my doctor said I didn't have to come back for two weeks to get the stick that makes me scream! And, I now only get 1/2 a pill every three days. I feel so good, I am off to dress up with my orange pal. Until next week, Orvis]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>I'm learning to play dressup!</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/373068</link>

				<pubdate>Sun, 7 Oct 2007 14:30:21 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Orvis  ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/373068</guid>
		<description>Hi everyone! Well, this weekend, my mom has spent some time with me teaching me how to get dressed u ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hi everyone! Well, this weekend, my mom has spent some time with me teaching me how to get dressed up like my friend the orange troll, Taz.  I love him so much I want to do every thing he does! So mom said we would start by having me dress in the orange troll's favorite garment, what mom calls his "Dorothy Dress".  What could that mean? So mom put it on over my head and around my front paws, which made me so excited that I stole one of the orange troll's sheep from his extensive collection.  My mom made me stop rolling around with my newly stolen sheep. What does a guy have to do to have some fun around here? Until next week, your pal, Orvis]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>I feel so blessed to be loved and respected!</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/370560</link>

				<pubdate>Sun, 30 Sep 2007 16:23:27 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Orvis  ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/370560</guid>
		<description>Hi everyone! I feel so good.  I am continuing to get poked every week to check my blood, and my doct ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hi everyone! I feel so good.  I am continuing to get poked every week to check my blood, and my doctor says I am great! And I only have to take one pill a day now.  I enjoy running around my home and playing with my family.  I have especially become close with the orange troll, I know he thinks of himself as my dad.  I like to follow him everywhere as it is fun to do everything he does.  We are such great buddies now, we even use the men's room at the same time!  The orange troll now calls me Senator.  What does that mean? Until next week, your friend, Orvis]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Feeling great!</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/367531</link>

				<pubdate>Sat, 22 Sep 2007 12:43:32 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Orvis  ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/367531</guid>
		<description>Hi, friends! I went to my vet this past Tuesday and all of my blood values are WELL--and not JUST--w ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hi, friends! I went to my vet this past Tuesday and all of my blood values are WELL--and not JUST--within normal limits.  This means my mom has been giving me only half my pill at night, and we are going to continue to decrease my pills every week, until hopefully I don't need any!  And I put on more weight!  I now weigh 8 pounds 9 ounces, and I only just turned seven months.  This means I am going to be a very big boy like my brother, Jacob.  Mom says I already have a football butt.  What does that mean? Until next week, your pal, Orvis]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>A great Vet Visit!</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/363595</link>

				<pubdate>Tue, 11 Sep 2007 16:30:11 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Orvis  ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/363595</guid>
		<description>Hi, my Friends, I went for my check up today and my blood work was NORMAL! My doctors want to have m ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hi, my Friends, I went for my check up today and my blood work was NORMAL! My doctors want to have me take my pills for one more week, and check me again, and if all is well, they are going to slowly wean me off my prednisolone. It sure would be nice if I didn't have to get these pills twice a day.  Although the vets are nice, I really would like to not have to go to them for a while.  I also gained the half p0und I lost back, and my mom stopped with me at the feed store and got me lots of quality kitten food to make me big and strong! I am so happy to feel better and I know my parents are glad I am getting well. Your pal, Orvis]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Feeling Stronger Every Day!</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/362348</link>

				<pubdate>Sat, 8 Sep 2007 17:01:15 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Orvis  ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/362348</guid>
		<description>Hi, Friends.  I am slowly getting back to my old kitten self.  My mom says something in my blood cal ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hi, Friends.  I am slowly getting back to my old kitten self.  My mom says something in my blood called anemia, and my medication, make me not want to run around the house really fast like I did before I was sick.  But today, I did this twice for the first time since my spots.   The black lady and the orange troll really like to have me chase them.  And I am also getting into trouble.  Mom had to yell at me because she was peeling some funny looking things called BEETS in the sink, and I jumped in the sink and got the juice from the things on my head.  My head turned pink, and mom had to wash my head because she said I looked like a DYED POODLE.  What is that? Well, I am off to get my medicine and go to bed.  Your pal, Orvis]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>What is wrong with me?</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/360698</link>

				<pubdate>Tue, 4 Sep 2007 15:20:29 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Orvis  ~ writing at catster.com</author>
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		<description>Hi everyone! Well, I have not had another nasty episode of the spots since I got home Sunday night.  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hi everyone! Well, I have not had another nasty episode of the spots since I got home Sunday night. I have been a very quiet version of my usual self, so much so that my worried mom took me to ER last night. It seems my medicine and my anemia conspire to make me want to sleep a lot. Today I was rechecked at my regular vet. My anemia is stable but present, but my platelets are much improved. My hemobartonella test came back negative, so my doctors think I could have an autoimmune disease. But, my doctor is almost positive she saw a nasty hemobart creature on my red cells when she examined them when I first got sick. Apparently these nasty creatures are fragile and can drop off the cells before they get to the lab. So mom will continue to give me my antibiotic with my prednisolone. I want to run and jump and play horsey on Jacob again! I hope to feel better soon.  Your pal, Orvis]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Home from the hospital!</title>
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				<pubdate>Sun, 2 Sep 2007 17:42:57 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Orvis  ~ writing at catster.com</author>
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		<description>Hi, Friends! I just got home from the hospital.  I still have all of the scary spots on my skin from ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hi, Friends! I just got home from the hospital.  I still have all of the scary spots on my skin from my bleeding. My doctor says they will take a while to go away. And I must be kept quiet! Mom is having a devil of a time doing this. What does she expect? I have been in a cage two days, I want to catch FLIES. Mom says that may have been what got me in trouble to begin with. It will take a few days to confirm my tentative diagnosis of hemabartonella.  I am getting two medicines, prednisolone and doxycycline, every 12 hours. Mom says I am pretty easy to pill compared to my siblings. Well, I must be up early tomorrow. Time for bed. Thank you to all of you that have purred for me-it sure helped, because I am HOME!! Your pal, Orvis]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Another day in the hospital</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/359511</link>

				<pubdate>Sat, 1 Sep 2007 15:48:45 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Orvis  ~ writing at catster.com</author>
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		<description>Hello everyone! Well, I am still acting like my old self, but my clinical values are not where they  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hello everyone! Well, I am still acting like my old self, but my clinical values are not where they should be.  My parents decided that since I could start bleeding again, it would be best for me to stay in the hospital so my doctors could treat me immediately if necessary (the hospital is about an hour from my home).  So hopefully I will improve and the plan is to take me home tomorrow evening. Good night, friends,Orvis]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Feeling better, but my blood count down</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/359336</link>

				<pubdate>Sat, 1 Sep 2007 06:03:39 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Orvis  ~ writing at catster.com</author>
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		<description>Hi everyone! I feel so much better this morning, my doctor told mom I am acting like my old self. I  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hi everyone! I feel so much better this morning, my doctor told mom I am acting like my old self. I got something called a transfusion last night. But, although I want to play and everything Dr. Matt says my blood count is down. So I have to stay here at least until tonight, when they will check me again and if I am better maybe I can go home. I miss playing with my family and my toys and want to get back home soon! Your pal, Orvis]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>I am very sick</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/359147</link>

				<pubdate>Fri, 31 Aug 2007 15:47:23 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Orvis  ~ writing at catster.com</author>
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		<description>Hello everyone. I am a very sick kitten. My mom noticed a slight booboo in my ear two days ago, whic ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hello everyone. I am a very sick kitten. My mom noticed a slight booboo in my ear two days ago, which she thought was from me getting swiped by one of my siblings. When I woke up this morning, my ears were filled with blood and blotched under the skin from bleeding. My mom made an appointment with the vet for me today but when she got me to her office, I woke up from my morning nap bleeding from my mouth and with more discoloration under my skin all over my body. Mom rushed me to the vet.  I had no clotting agents in my blood and my vet referred me to the specialty vet (www.theanimalemergencycenter.com) and I was admitted to the hospital there. Everyone's best guess is that I have hemobartonella, a bleeding disease they believe is caused by ticks or flies transmitting it. My parents are so shocked. I was thriving in my new home. When they got me 6 weeks ago I weighed 6 pounds. Now I weigh 8lbs. 4oz so you know I was healthy! This came from nowhere. I am trying very hard to get better. Your pal, Orvis]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Making new friends, the Orange Troll is a quilt monster</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/354523</link>

				<pubdate>Tue, 21 Aug 2007 11:26:45 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Orvis  ~ writing at catster.com</author>
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		<description>Hi everyone!
I am continuing to enjoy my new family.  My mom takes me to her office almost every da ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hi everyone!
I am continuing to enjoy my new family.  My mom takes me to her office almost every day and some of the people that come there have become my friends.  One nice lady even brought me two new toys! Yesterday on the way home I got to stop at the feed store, where I got to choose my food and the nice lady gave me treats.
As it has been colder here the orange troll, named Taz, has been under the covers in his bed just so he could play quilt monsters with ME!  It is so much fun to run up to him and say hi by touching him with my paw and watching him move, so I can grab him and play with his tail.  He is such a fun and nice troll and I am glad he enjoys playing with me.
Another major adventure I had last week was when I went with my friend the orange troll Taz to the cat doctor!  I was so surprised, I got a stick that REALLY hurt!  Then they took a machine and READ A NUMBER IN MY BODY!  My mom says I was chipped.  What does that mean?
I can't wait to tell you of more adventures, my friends, but for now, I must go.
Your pal, Orvis]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Orvis the Explorer</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/348866</link>

				<pubdate>Wed, 8 Aug 2007 16:06:29 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Orvis  ~ writing at catster.com</author>
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		<description>Hi everyone! I have completely recovered from my purrsonal surgery and have spent the last two weeks ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hi everyone! I have completely recovered from my purrsonal surgery and have spent the last two weeks exploring my new home.
I love to walk over everything and I use my kitTON skills of leaping and jumping to best advantage in getting on all of my family's counters.
I have six brothers and sisters.  I want to play with all of them! They don't seem to want to play with me, and I don't know why.  Today I spent the early morning crawling under the cat mats on my parents' bed. I was hoping the large brown striped lady would see me as a fun quilt monster and play with me.  She just wanted to sleep.  In fact...EVERYCAT in this house just wants to sleep, and I want ACTION!
Maybe the cats in this house are just quiet because it has been so hot out. I hope when it cools down they might play with me.
A happy but slightly frustrated kitTON..
Your pal, Orvis]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>An Exciting Week!</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/343154</link>

				<pubdate>Fri, 27 Jul 2007 16:54:53 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Orvis  ~ writing at catster.com</author>
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		<description>I feel much better than I did earlier this week. My mom has been entirely unsuccessful in keeping me ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ I feel much better than I did earlier this week. My mom has been entirely unsuccessful in keeping me quiet.
I have enjoyed being at the office with mom during the day.  I have met people that are nice to me and there are lots of places for me to sleep.  I really enjoy riding every morning in my carrier and coming home at night.
I am getting more freedom to go around my house. Tonight mom took me off the leash and let me explore.  I sat with the big black and white guy on the porch, and I climbed up the cat tree where the orange troll sleeps!
I got away and ran up the stairs where the huge orange and white guy was resting. Boy oh boy was he surprised to see me!
Momma got me a fabric thing that she carries me around in. I kind of like it. She calls it a sling.
I am really tired tonight so I am going to my own little room to sleep.
Good night, Orvis]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>I feel FINE..............</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/341288</link>

				<pubdate>Mon, 23 Jul 2007 15:59:16 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Orvis  ~ writing at catster.com</author>
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		<description>Today I had my Purrsonal Surgery.  I feel kind of funny, I want to kiss everyone and I am purring al ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Today I had my Purrsonal Surgery.  I feel kind of funny, I want to kiss everyone and I am purring alot.  Mommy says I am on drugs.  
Everyone at my doctor's loved me, and gave me lots of attention as I demanded it!
I ate a can of food and a small bowl of dry food as soon as I got home, to make up for the fact that my parents forgot to feed me last night and this morning (OK, they said the doctor told them not to but do they listen to ME??).
I am supposed to be quiet for about ten days.  Let's see how they try to make ME be quiet.
Well, I am tired tonight.  I think I will sleep well.
Good night all, Orvis]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Win some, Lose two</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/589324/diary/The_adventures_of_orvis/340775</link>

				<pubdate>Sun, 22 Jul 2007 14:59:24 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Orvis  ~ writing at catster.com</author>
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		<description>Hi! My name is Orvis and I am so glad I found this home.
I really like my new mom and dad.  I am no ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hi! My name is Orvis and I am so glad I found this home.
I really like my new mom and dad.  I am not sure of some of the Cats in this house, however.
The orange guy stares and screams at me.
The black lady hisses and scowls.
The huge orange and white one wants to come closer.  He is four times my size so I am staying away.
The huge black and white one just stares at me.
The big tabby lady started coughing when she saw me.
And finally, the calico gal seems really nice and just follows me around when I am out of my room.
I wonder if I will become a giant cat like some of the other ones in this house??? I keep eating a lot of the magic food they give me.
I have heard the parents talking and I am to go to have Purrsonal surgery tomorrow.  What could that mean? My Mom said that the orange guy didn't notice anything missing after his purrsonal surgery.  
Well, back to my nest, I have to get a good night's sleep!]]></content:encoded>
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