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<title>Some thoughts from a kitty's perspective</title>
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<description>Catster diary for the cat Tigger</description>
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<copyright>Copyright 2013 by Tigger &amp; Catster</copyright>
<pubDate>Sat, 18 May 2013 13:06:53 PDT</pubDate>
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		<title>my little brudder</title>
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				<pubdate>Sat, 18 May 2013 12:58:22 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Tigger ~ writing at catster.com</author>
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		<description>Please keep my little brudder Felix in your purrs.  He is facing some major surgeries, you can read  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Please keep my little brudder Felix in your purrs.  He is facing some major surgeries, you can read all about it in his diary.  We all have our paws crossed for him.]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>wowzers</title>
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				<pubdate>Wed, 15 May 2013 15:57:18 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Tigger ~ writing at catster.com</author>
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		<description>Me &amp; of course my Momma say thank you for the pretty flowers for Mother's Day.  Momma had a good one ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Me & of course my Momma say thank you for the pretty flowers for Mother's Day.  Momma had a good one too - my human brother came here for dinner, and The Dad's Momma came here & The Dad's niece, and of course Momma & Nana. They made some small filet mignons for the moms, and some tasty grilled salmon.  Momma baked a cake for dessert.  Everyone laughed & chatted & smiled.
We finally have INTERNET that works!!! boy was the other company tapdancing when Momma called to cancel. She even said to the guy "why didn't you make all these offers before since I am such a loyal customer, or when I called 4 TIMES to complain?"   This new one is almost as fast as a mousie on the run!

And guess what? Our human sister that lives 3000 miles away in Seattle is coming home TOMORROW for a few days!  Momma is dancing around she is so happy. She has not seen her since New Years Eve.

Party time around here!   We probably will not be on until like Monday, cause every available second will be spent with her!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>sending lovely wishes</title>
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				<pubdate>Sat, 11 May 2013 17:19:14 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Tigger ~ writing at catster.com</author>
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		<description>Gotta do this quick, while the stupid internet works.  We was supposed to get the new one today, but ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Gotta do this quick, while the stupid internet works.  We was supposed to get the new one today, but somehow they said we wasn't scheduled! Momma was mad, but it will be on Tuesday instead.  It has been out most of today. It is the phone line outside, and they just will not fix it!

Anyways, me and Maizy, and Smitty and Felix all want to wish all you Mommas out there a very HAPPY MEOWMA'S DAY!  whether your babies is human or gots 4 legs, or wings - you are all special Mommas!

I wanna thank my Momma for rescuing us all, and for how hard she tries to make sure we all get our medicines and yummy food in just the right amounts, so we don't get all porky, and for getting us kitty grass salad to munch on & them treats I really like.  And knowing the spot by my ear that I like to be scritched the bestest. Oh and for washing my blankie & making sure to give it to me when it is all warm from the dryer...I loves you Momma!  we all do....and our Nana too!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>birthday boy</title>
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				<pubdate>Thu, 2 May 2013 15:27:40 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Tigger ~ writing at catster.com</author>
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		<description>yesterday was my BIRTHDAY!  I see that I got some prezzzies, and will look at them later today. Momm ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ yesterday was my BIRTHDAY!  I see that I got some prezzzies, and will look at them later today. Momma & The Dad went away for a couple days, and got back yesterday. Momma was a little busy catching up work messages. She did remember my special day though!  I got an excellent massage. ( I highly recommend them, you feel like a kitten again)  I yowled around the house for an hour just because I could, and I got some extra treats. I even got to use the new door mat to scratch - it is quite scratcheriffic too.  I sure do not feel like I am 5 already. I still act like a baby kitty sometimes.  I even got fish flavor food for dinner, which I hardly ever get.  Smitty got some too, since his birthday was Tuesday & Momma & The Dad were not here - we celebrated both yesterday.  Smitty was not happy though, but he was still mad that he had his tooth out & has to take icky medicine.  Momma says that every birthday with me is special, because of the heart disease I have, some kitties do not get to be with their families even this long.  I feel great & am happy. I go this month to see my cardiologist for my annual ultrasound & exam. I hope the news is as good as last year. Things improved last time, so I really think it will still be good!  Momma wants to have me around for many many more years! Thank you for thinking of me, and I will get back to everyone shortly! 

PURRS! Tiggie]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>tank mews</title>
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				<pubdate>Tue, 23 Apr 2013 17:06:04 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Tigger ~ writing at catster.com</author>
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		<description>thanks for the diary congrats!  Yipe it is raining again today, but so far no more water..whew!  Mom ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ thanks for the diary congrats!  Yipe it is raining again today, but so far no more water..whew!  Mom is heading over to update Smitty's diary]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>We love you Earth!</title>
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				<pubdate>Mon, 22 Apr 2013 12:02:07 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Tigger ~ writing at catster.com</author>
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		<description>Happy Earth Day everyone.  If each one of us does one little thing each day, it can make a differenc ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Happy Earth Day everyone.  If each one of us does one little thing each day, it can make a difference. Unplug an item, recycle that magazine, use a nice refillable water bottle, these are all things that are easy to do, and will help our planet.  We use cardboard scratchers that can be recycled. Heck you can make one with an extra box.  
It is awful to think about all of the garbage that will be going to the landfills from this flood. But when you must toss out everything, and there is mold all over - it is hard to recycle those things. 

Take a moment, look up at the sky - sniff the air & listen to a birdie - it is a beautiful place we live in. 

Peace, love & recycle my friends. Happy Earth Day!]]></content:encoded>
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				<pubdate>Sat, 20 Apr 2013 15:31:50 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Tigger ~ writing at catster.com</author>
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		<description>The wonderful thing about Tiggers is Tiggers are wonderful things! Their tops are made out of rubber ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ The wonderful thing about Tiggers is Tiggers are wonderful things! Their tops are made out of rubber, their bottoms are made out of springs! THey're bouncy trouncy, bouncy, trouncy fun fun fun fun fun! The most wonderful thing about Tiggers is...getting to see my friends! We have missed you!  The bad rain messed up my basement, but I have been the brave explorer & wandering around while Mom is changing out towels to hold back the seeping. Oh and there are dry areas where she has stuff stacked, so I have places to climb & explore.  I go nest month for my heart checkup. can you believe I will be 5 years old? Mom still remembers the day I decided to come live here like yesterday. It has been a sad week between the bombings, and Texas & the rain here in Chicago-land.  We are lucky - even though Mom & The Dad were up all night for 2 days with the shopvacs & throwing blankets down to keep the water contained - there are those with feet of water in their basements. It is all perspective.  Can't wait to start catching up on everyone too.  Maizy is good, Felix is pretty good, and poor Smitty has to have surgery - but hopefully it should be ok.  Well, off to start looking at diaries & the forums to see whats what!  BOUNCY TROUNCY Tigman!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>It's Me!!!</title>
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				<pubdate>Fri, 5 Apr 2013 14:04:14 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Tigger ~ writing at catster.com</author>
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		<description>heeeeyyyyyyahowdy! we are back! internet still is a litterbox deposit, but we are changing companies ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ heeeeyyyyyyahowdy! we are back! internet still is a litterbox deposit, but we are changing companies. Mom's eyeballs have not fallen out & are still in her head & we are ready to rock!
This weekend is gonna be catch-up & post pics n stuff. We missed everyone so much - and thought of our special buds alot. We hope this finds you all well & happy!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>MIA</title>
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				<pubdate>Wed, 13 Mar 2013 15:35:29 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Tigger ~ writing at catster.com</author>
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		<description>Hey all -  we are here, just been swamped. Be back really soon in the next few days!!!  Plus interne ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hey all -  we are here, just been swamped. Be back really soon in the next few days!!!  Plus internet has not been playing nice - HISS]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>thankees</title>
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				<pubdate>Mon, 18 Feb 2013 16:28:44 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Tigger ~ writing at catster.com</author>
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		<description>wow thanks all for the candies &amp; Valentine's pretties.  Mom did not get on Valentine's Day - her &amp; T ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ wow thanks all for the candies & Valentine's pretties.  Mom did not get on Valentine's Day - her & The Dad went to the RV show in Rosemont to look at campers & stuff. She says it was fun & some of them were even nicer than our kitchen (and more expensive too!) there was one for more than 3 hundred thousand dollars!!  they got some ideas though, cuz the ol popup is on it's last legs (it's a 1973!)  anyways - Mom wants to look at all our gifites & see what everyone has been up to, so in the next day or so we will be back with updates & a couple o pics. purrs]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>HEEEYYY and whew!!</title>
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				<pubdate>Wed, 13 Feb 2013 14:12:34 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Tigger ~ writing at catster.com</author>
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		<description>We have been lurking around, not a whole bunch &amp; just have not posted diary entries.  Mom has been h ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ We have been lurking around, not a whole bunch & just have not posted diary entries.  Mom has been having some issues with her eyeballs mol. It is called computer vision syndrome, and can cause your eyes to be burny & blurry & stuff. There was a light on the desk that while it helps with paperwork, was causing eye strain from the reflection & the screen. So we were not on as much & avoiding any bright white backgrounds. She is working on the monitor height & lighting to improve this.
So consequently, none of us were able to seek out Valentines like we did last year. :(  I feel bad for Felix, as this is his first Valentine's Day, but next year will be better we hope.
In a good note, we caught Inky (she is Felix's momcat) and got her in for TNR spay today. Luckily, as they said she was in heat (she already had 2 litters since May)  When we got most of the colony in the fall & rescued Felix, she had disappeared, and Mom thought something bad happened. Turns out that she had another litter. She brought them into the backyard in January. Sadly we found one of her kittens dead, and The Dad buried her.  The other one, the LAST one to get fixed is still so scaredy, not sure how we will catch it.  Heck Inky walked right into the trap while Mom held it open & tossed chicken in there!  So once little Bunny is caught, that will make a bakers's dozen that have been spayed/neutered, with 4 of them getting adopted (1 being our sweet Felix).  Mom is pretty proud of this!

HAPPY VALENTINE'S DAY TO ALL OUR FRIENDS! you are all our "sweethearts"

ps Maizy sends Zekie much love! xoxo]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>can it be true?</title>
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				<pubdate>Tue, 8 Jan 2013 20:49:03 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Tigger ~ writing at catster.com</author>
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		<description>dare I say it...Mom did not feel me up for a while, so that she would know for sure, but it seems th ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ dare I say it...Mom did not feel me up for a while, so that she would know for sure, but it seems that the lump on my leg iiissss outttaa theeeere!
She says she will check every few days, but whew. Things are quiet, although I am still rather keyed up. Mom has been taking me out on my leash every night to stroll the yard, but it is cold, so I make 1 stroll around & back inside. If any of the feral colony is out there, I chase after them, so maybe that is why I am rather revved up.   Mom has been a little bit sad the past couple days, so I think I will go & snuggly by her & give her a dose of Tigger-luvs (it's the best medicine around).
purrs my friends]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>New Year</title>
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				<pubdate>Thu, 3 Jan 2013 10:12:09 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Tigger ~ writing at catster.com</author>
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		<description>Thanks to all my friends for the well wishes &amp; the congrats. We did no  t even know about it, as Mom ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Thanks to all my friends for the well wishes & the congrats. We did no  t even know about it, as Mom was not on the computer much while human sister was here from Seattle. Mom wanted to spend every second possible with her!  Mom checked my leg last night, and it seems like the lump is much smaller. Hopefully it is not just wishful thinking. It has to be GONE by the end of the month.  Mom is doing all the end of the year junk for work, but next week should be a bit better to catch up with everything here!
Has anyone taken Duralactin or Welactin or Dasuquin? Looking at that stuff for my arthritis - mom doesn't want to do shots yet if possible. And NO MORE other shots for me. Mom says NOPE
I have been a bit geared up the past few days, and even with the Feliway I have sprayed a couple times.  Mom doesn't know why - Felix is long neutered, and the outside kitties are all spayed or neutered.  How would we know if there was some "boy tissue" left in there?  The spray does not smell really strong - it gets cleaned up asap & sprayed with Nature's Miracle - Mom loves that stuff.  She is going to finally order a calm collar through IBD Kitties - maybe that will help. But other than that - it has been nice.  Mom will be moving her office upstairs into the human brother's room - since he moved out on his own.  It will be a pain, but she says she will be glad to get out of "the dungeon" where her office has been for 15 years.  So that means a move for our baskets too.  But I can sit in the window so that will be good!  Then Nana is gonna set up her painting art station where Momma's desk was, so she will have a little studio she can enjoy. Win Win Win situation!  
Here's to a happy, healthy, peaceful New Year with some found fortune for all.  We surely all deserve some happiness after the sadness in 2012. Purrs & Peace my pals!
Tigger
& the rest of the Kitty Quartet : Maizy, Smitty & Felix]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>bumpy lumpy</title>
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				<pubdate>Wed, 26 Dec 2012 11:08:44 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Tigger ~ writing at catster.com</author>
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		<description>The vet was very impressed with mom to have found the lumpy. She said that it is a reaction to my sh ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ The vet was very impressed with mom to have found the lumpy. She said that it is a reaction to my shot. My tissues got inflamed, and if it is gonna do that, it usually happens within 3 weeks of the shot. The rabies vaccine she uses is not known to cause sarcomas, but she said that if it is still there in a month, she will take it out - being safe is better than sorry. She has already decided that I will not get any more vaccines. none. ever.

The other issue I have been battling a bit, is that when she checks my spine, I have an area that is very tender. So much so that I do cry & wince a bit.  She mentioned to mom before that I prob have arthritis. Some days I do not get the Cosequin 2x, so mom is making sure to be strict with that first - otherwise the vet said she could try this shot - not a steroid, but starts with an a...Adequin I think? I would get 1 shot every 5 days until I have 5, then once a month.  I am not showing any signs of slowing down or that I even have any issues, unless you press those areas, so mom thinks maybe we will see how I am doing in a month or so. 
Has anyone had experience with these Adequin shots for arthritis though?

ps we had an excellent Christmas. Both human children came "home" and it was nice to see them. I made sure to get fur on them both to take back.  Momma was very happy.  We got of course our cat tree, and a Yeoww fish toy. Felix got a little chirping bird toy, and Nana got us a bag of treats.]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>another pal left</title>
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				<pubdate>Fri, 21 Dec 2012 20:44:33 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Tigger ~ writing at catster.com</author>
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		<description>I had not checked for a little while, so I am not sure when this happened but when I went to go see  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ I had not checked for a little while, so I am not sure when this happened but when I went to go see Bumpurr's page to send a hello- they are not there anymore. Any pics in the forums do not link to his page or Cowboy, Cruiser or Smokey.
Bumpurr helped me learn so much about my HCM, and kept mom from worrying too much. So marks another loss.  I know there were some misunderstandings with a few kits, but it is sad to see someone else is gone.

Can you all spare 1/2 a purr for me? Mom was petting me & found a small lump on my right rear leg- the meaty part. I had my rabies shot on 11/30 on that leg - the only shot I got. It is smaller than a kidney bean, and softish, so mom hopes it is nothing and is trying very hard not to freak out unnecessarily. I have an appt for Wed to make sure.]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Wishingest Wishes</title>
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				<pubdate>Fri, 21 Dec 2012 14:27:05 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Tigger ~ writing at catster.com</author>
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		<description>We want to send everyone our wishes for happiness, health (&amp; a little wealth too huh?)  This past ye ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ We want to send everyone our wishes for happiness, health (& a little wealth too huh?)  This past year has had it's sadness. We have lost some dear friends here, and Momma has had 4 human relatives and friends pass this year.  
But with sadness comes joy - we found Felix & saved him. And were able to get 2 kittens on the road to forever homes- they are patiently waiting at PAWS Chicago, and 1 more found a home. The lady called momma & thanked her for helping Kolby find his way to her. She sent some pictures & it is clear she loves him a bunch.  We probably won't be here too much or might pop in right quick, so please everyone, be safe and have a joyous holiday, no matter what you may celebrate.  Here is to looking for 2013 to be a wonderful year for us all.
Merry Christmas from the Kitty Quartet & momma too!

Tigger
Maizy
Smitty
Felix]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>sadness</title>
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				<pubdate>Mon, 17 Dec 2012 07:34:32 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Tigger ~ writing at catster.com</author>
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		<description>It has been such a sad few days.  Mom has just felt so horrible about all those children &amp; adults th ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ It has been such a sad few days.  Mom has just felt so horrible about all those children & adults that tried to protect them losing their lives.  Her little niece is 6, and a friends granddaughter is also 6 - so to imagine them gone like that...   So much sadness, so much violence.  Could that person have been helped at some point, and this horrific tragedy been avoided? We will never know. 
What we do know is that we wish everyone peace.  Family & friends are the best gifts. Stuff is just stuff.  So we say - go & hug someone today. Tell them why they are special to you, that you love them.

Mom took a completely embarrassing photo of me, and I relented and am allowing her to post it. shudder....

you are all special to us, and we send ((hugs))]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Litter Genie part deux</title>
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				<pubdate>Tue, 4 Dec 2012 10:51:30 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Tigger ~ writing at catster.com</author>
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		<description>got a super bargain thanks to Brownie!  Petco has the Genie on alse for $15.99. Per Brownie got a co ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ got a super bargain thanks to Brownie!  Petco has the Genie on alse for $15.99. Per Brownie got a coupon for -$10 off. Then I had 2 -$5 petco dollars, so I got another one free!
Petco refills are $9.99 each, Target has them for $7.99 or a 2 pack for $14. You can get coupons on them too.  Took another bag out last night - help up great.  So if I can get close to a month with a refill, not so bad.  We shall see.
Thanks my friends!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>okeedokee!</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/985224/diary/Some_thoughts_from_a_kittys_perspective/806930</link>

				<pubdate>Fri, 30 Nov 2012 13:08:14 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Tigger ~ writing at catster.com</author>
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		<description>Vet says I am good. She cannot even hear any heart murmur or anything sounding funny! She says the a ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Vet says I am good. She cannot even hear any heart murmur or anything sounding funny! She says the atenolol is working very well for me.  I am a nice slim 12 pounds.  She noticed that I am still showing a tender spot on my spine, (I did 6 months ago too) that she says is prob arthritis, but I am on Cosequin, and I certainly bounce around with no problems, so she said unless I seem to be having issues, I don't need any other medicine.  I am not showing any crystals in my urine, but the PH is creeping up again- it is at 7.2 already, which proves that just eating grain free wet food is not enough in my case. Some kitties just have the problem with PH - soooo I gotta go back to the rx food. Momma asked her about meds for it, and vet does not like to use anything because it can cause more issues with other organs & kidney issues. Mom is not thrilled with that food, but for now I will have to eat some of that food, cause momma does not want to see me go through all that pain again (not to mention the $1000+ bill that came with it).  I got my rabies shot, and mom put the distemper shot on hold, as she want to wait 3 years in between them.  So it is all good!   

PS still loving the Litter Genie!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>hmmm</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/985224/diary/Some_thoughts_from_a_kittys_perspective/806830</link>

				<pubdate>Thu, 29 Nov 2012 17:54:37 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Tigger ~ writing at catster.com</author>
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		<description>well the theory of a ddp &amp; mentioning poopie is still going strong! Thanks for all the wishes my fri ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ well the theory of a ddp & mentioning poopie is still going strong! Thanks for all the wishes my friends.  Thanks to Brownie for the heads up on a $10 off coupon for the Litter Genie & it is on sale & possibly another coupon for $5 off. Gonna get another one this weekend
I gotta go to the vet tomorrow for my 6 month check up & distemper shot.  I only get 1 shot at a time because of my heart condition. All I can say is there better be something good to munch when I get home!  take care all!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Litter Genie</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/985224/diary/Some_thoughts_from_a_kittys_perspective/806708</link>

				<pubdate>Wed, 28 Nov 2012 17:43:18 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Tigger ~ writing at catster.com</author>
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		<description>Well I cannot thank Lori enough - this thing is pretty great!  I posted in the forum too. I have bee ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Well I cannot thank Lori enough - this thing is pretty great!  I posted in the forum too. I have been cramming 4 kitties worth of poopies in there, and have only had to change the bag 1 time.  No stinkies! (wish I could say the same for the litter I got this time - no comment on that!  Removing the bag was easy too, just flip the lid open & cut.  So far so good! loving the Genie!!!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Blessings</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/985224/diary/Some_thoughts_from_a_kittys_perspective/805902</link>

				<pubdate>Wed, 21 Nov 2012 15:33:36 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Tigger ~ writing at catster.com</author>
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		<description>Mom is running around like one of those headless chickens, but made me the official spokescat for th ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Mom is running around like one of those headless chickens, but made me the official spokescat for the family...

We want to wish everyone a blessed Thanksgiving - may your day be filled with peace & joy. and turkey...mmmm love that turkey 
We are thankful for 
all of our friends here on Catster - you all mean so much to us
And for new friends we have yet to meet
For our family - as weird as we may all be
food on the table, food in our bowls & a roof over our head, and a warm bed to snuggle in (along with a Yeoww banana or two)
and even though a few of us are having some health issues - they are not gonna bring us down

and Momma says she is thankful for the bestest 4 kitties in the world
thank you Lord for my
Maizy, Tiggie, Smitty & Felix

We probably will not be on until Monday or Tuesday, as Momma wants to spend every minute with our human sister who came in from far away Seattle.
Purrs to all!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>turkey time</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/985224/diary/Some_thoughts_from_a_kittys_perspective/805208</link>

				<pubdate>Thu, 15 Nov 2012 12:45:38 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Tigger ~ writing at catster.com</author>
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		<description>Mom &amp; The Dad are cleaning up in the basement - so that must mean it's geeting to be Turkapalooza ti ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Mom & The Dad are cleaning up in the basement - so that must mean it's geeting to be Turkapalooza time!  Since we had that flood from the stupid neighbors & the floor was damaged, The Dad got the tiles up in 1 section so no one would trip on them. It looks awful though. Not everyone will be coming this year, so Mom says there will not be 5 turkeys. Only the big one, a small fried one & The Dad always likes to smoke a small one - he says he will cut it into pieces this year to make it easier.  Mom is very excited cuz our human sister will be in from Seattle for 4 whole days!  Then Mom will be busy with all the end of the year business stuff along with the holidays.I am gonna have to show Felix the ropes around the CHristmas tree - I am always the first one in it...Mom I wouldn't even bother putting ornaments on this year...you have been warned.....]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>BOO!</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/985224/diary/Some_thoughts_from_a_kittys_perspective/803389</link>

				<pubdate>Wed, 31 Oct 2012 10:53:04 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Tigger ~ writing at catster.com</author>
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		<description>Haven't been around the past week - wanted to say Happy Halloween to all my pals!  I have been extra ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Haven't been around the past week - wanted to say Happy Halloween to all my pals!  I have been extra frisky lately, bouncing & jumping. I guess the cold nip in the air got my blood going!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>awesome update!!!</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/985224/diary/Some_thoughts_from_a_kittys_perspective/799972</link>

				<pubdate>Thu, 4 Oct 2012 09:54:37 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Tigger ~ writing at catster.com</author>
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		<description>the foster lady is gonna take Jett too! So we have been able to help 3 kittens on the road to new ho ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ the foster lady is gonna take Jett too! So we have been able to help 3 kittens on the road to new homes!!! And with 2 of them being black kitties, it is even better news!!!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>happy dance!!!</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/985224/diary/Some_thoughts_from_a_kittys_perspective/799966</link>

				<pubdate>Thu, 4 Oct 2012 09:31:47 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Tigger ~ writing at catster.com</author>
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		<description>As you may know, mom took 7 of the 10 ferals in last week for TNR. Well Monday she got the last 2 ki ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ As you may know, mom took 7 of the 10 ferals in last week for TNR. Well Monday she got the last 2 kittens, and took them in.  Tuesday night, the lady called & said that the little orange boy, Colby had involuntarily bit the vet tech when they removed the breathing tube, and would have to be quarantined for 10 days, even though he is prob fine, it is the law. Sooo they feel that in this time with attention he will be getting he will be socialized & could be put up for adoption!  Mom said OF COURSE!! Then, the lady emailed Wednesday morning, (mom was to pick up Taz in the afternoon) that Taz, a total twin of Felix was so talkative & sweet that she wants to find a foster home for him & put him for adoption too! How great is that?!  Even though mom will miss them, it is a good thing! Mom sent an email asking her if she would take Colby's little sister, another black kitten named Jett - we will bring her back - so keeping paws crossed for her too! We are so happy that everybody is "fixed" and that 2 maybe 3 will get adopted! The last one is a female that does not come every day - but not giving up on getting her.  The shelter is PAWS Chicago - it is a great place & no kill - they do not have cages, but rooms with furniture that the kitties play in.]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>MISSION ACCOMPLISHED!!! (well almost completely)</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/985224/diary/Some_thoughts_from_a_kittys_perspective/798732</link>

				<pubdate>Wed, 26 Sep 2012 07:01:02 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Tigger ~ writing at catster.com</author>
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		<description>Excellent news...Monday, Mom caught 7 of our feral colony &amp; yesterday they were all neutered/spayed, ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Excellent news...Monday, Mom caught 7 of our feral colony & yesterday they were all neutered/spayed, got dewormed, antibiotics, checkup & shots.  All that is left are 2 kittens, and one female that is not here every day - she will be a toughie.  Out of the 7 that were brought in FIVE OF THEM were females.   Mom almost fainted when thinking of the kittens that would have been tromping through MY YARD....good grief! They spent the night last night in our garage in their cages with some baby food to rest & this morning they all ran right to the food bowls, except for 1 that was pretty ticked off. Could have gotten the other 2, maybe 3 yesterday but had no more traps...so gonna try again next week.  She is doing the happy dance round here..such a relief!!!  She started at 9am & had 5 by 11am!  So now we have a registered colony and mom is the caretaker, so NOONE can do anything about it.  And the sponsor even gave us 4 bags of food too that they had gotten donated!  Woohoo!!!  If anyone needs any help with TNR info, mom would be glad to help you!!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>thanks</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/985224/diary/Some_thoughts_from_a_kittys_perspective/798087</link>

				<pubdate>Fri, 21 Sep 2012 07:29:42 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Tigger ~ writing at catster.com</author>
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		<description>thanks to our friends that sent us pirate wishes and for the diary gifties.  I know for sure not all ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ thanks to our friends that sent us pirate wishes and for the diary gifties.  I know for sure not all of our friends got one from us because not everyone showed up when mom went to send them. 
 OUT narsty fleez be gone wit ye!

anywsy, mom will probably not be on much this weekend - we are putting up new security doors, and she is putting the gardne to bed, and putting away all the stuff on the screened porch. So it will be a busy weekend. Purrs to all!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>speciasl gifts</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/985224/diary/Some_thoughts_from_a_kittys_perspective/797919</link>

				<pubdate>Thu, 20 Sep 2012 07:38:42 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Tigger ~ writing at catster.com</author>
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		<description>For some reason yesterday when we went to send the pirate flags to our friends, not everyone showed  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ For some reason yesterday when we went to send the pirate flags to our friends, not everyone showed up on the screen. I went to gift shop & then show friends, but for sure not everyone was there, and I don't get it. So if we missed you it was not intentional...arrr]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>some people are really horrible</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/985224/diary/Some_thoughts_from_a_kittys_perspective/797159</link>

				<pubdate>Sat, 15 Sep 2012 20:04:02 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Tigger ~ writing at catster.com</author>
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		<description>This afternoon, momma took Nana to a Fall Festival. Beautiful sunny day right? Having a nice time wi ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ This afternoon, momma took Nana to a Fall Festival. Beautiful sunny day right? Having a nice time with more fun planned to follow, mom got a call on her cell from the alarm company saying they had a hit on the back door, should they have the police come? Mom says of course, I am on the way.  Well my friends, they tried to open the 2 kitchen screens & 1 in brothers room, but mom always locks the windows when she leaves.  So they cut the screen on the door of my beloved screen porch, then the back screen door & used one of momma's own heavy candle holders to bust in the window of the back door, and...they took The Dad's new tv that he just got a few months ago.  They threw it so hard into the window that there was glass all over the whole kitchen, and the holder landed on our stoneware water bowl & broke that so there was shards & water all over. The police were there & the officer was so nice & felt so bad for momma.  Luckily they did not get anything else, which makes mom feel like they waited for the house to be empty & they must have been watching thru the window & saw the tv. Dad worked so hard to save up for that tv. So of course after the initial beeps, that alarm goes off & it is VERY VERY LOUD. Then having glass shattering & strange men run into the house.  Momma had to talk to the police right away, but then she ran downstairs to find us.  I was under the pool table & came out.  She found poor Smitty in the laundry room huddling behind the large pipe. Maizy finally came out from under the couch after more than an hour. Felix who is a scared baby to begin with is still so frightened he came out from under the very cabinet that the bad men took the tv from, and went downstairs somewhere.  Momma keeps going down there, but he is still so scared.  Hopefully he will get hungry & come out, cause mom does not know what else to do. She is not sure where he went.  I even helped to look for him. He is so tiny & dark, he could be hiding in a corner anywhere.  There is no place that he could get stuck & not be able to get out, but we are all so scared yet.  Maizy keeps looking at the back door & staring - mom thinks she must have seen them come in -as she always runs to the door for The Dad.  Luckily they did not get anything else, but it was bad enough. If the alarm had not gone off, they probably would have. We had to screw boards over the window on the door until the insurance man comes out.  It is just so crummy that people can just do stuff like that - we are always nice to everyone, and some people are just are so horrible.  Mom has a really bad headache, so I am gonna go & sit by her.  Take care my friends.
thanks for the ddp wishes...I'm kinda famous lately!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>tankies</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/985224/diary/Some_thoughts_from_a_kittys_perspective/796745</link>

				<pubdate>Wed, 12 Sep 2012 14:23:03 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Tigger ~ writing at catster.com</author>
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		<description>Thank you my friends for the ddp wishes.  Mom is behind with work, so she is making this quick today ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Thank you my friends for the ddp wishes.  Mom is behind with work, so she is making this quick today.  I have really calmed down towards Felix.  I sniff him & I have washed his face & we have played together, so that makes Mom happy.  Right now, Mom has to find out why Maizy has been losing weight, so the vet is working on that, along with a consultation to Finney & Lacey's mom if she is not too busy. 
 I am so sad to hear about my friend Gump leaving for the bridge.  It is such a helpless feeling to lose those you care about, and you cannot do a thing to stop it.  
Well, we all have our pirate names in preparation of Talk Like a Pirate Day coming soon! and gotta brush up on them pirate skills.
purrs for healing, and to tell all our friends how special they are PURR]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>thank you my boy</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/985224/diary/Some_thoughts_from_a_kittys_perspective/795657</link>

				<pubdate>Mon, 3 Sep 2012 07:56:31 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Tigger ~ writing at catster.com</author>
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		<description>Tigger, my sweet goofy kitty - I am so very glad that you came charging out from under the truck tha ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Tigger, my sweet goofy kitty - I am so very glad that you came charging out from under the truck that day.  You were all legs & tail and purred so hard when you were weaving around my legs you kept falling over!  I wish I knew your story.  You were so friendly - did someone dump you? They lost out on a wonderful kitty.  You have the knowledge of when I feel sad, or when I just need to pet a soft kitty.  One of these days I really need to record you saying mama.  I worry so much about your heart - I do not want to lose you because of it, so you can bet I will do whatever it takes to keep you healthy & happy.  So today I thank the heavens above for sending me my bouncy trouncy fun fun fun fun cuz you're the only one... my Tiggie]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>tearin it up</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/985224/diary/Some_thoughts_from_a_kittys_perspective/795228</link>

				<pubdate>Thu, 30 Aug 2012 13:43:24 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Tigger ~ writing at catster.com</author>
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		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/985224/diary/Some_thoughts_from_a_kittys_perspective/795228</guid>
		<description>How was I supposed to know that the large bag in the kitchen was some new kitty litter mom got to tr ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ How was I supposed to know that the large bag in the kitchen was some new kitty litter mom got to try for us? Looked like a possible bag o food to me...so 4am, I tore it up & got litter on the floor.  But I am so darn cute, I didn't even get hollered at!  All she said was "Tig do you really want to eat this for breakfast? then have at it."  Well, course not mom ya poop in that...oh I know what else I wanted to tell you..The Dad uses this stuff called oil dry for when he does live fire trainings.  It is pretty much like sand.  So about a week or so ago he had left a 20lb bag on the screened porch, as he used some to soak up some vegetable oil that Nana accidentally spilled out there.  The bag was kinda on it's side, so I did what anycat that had to go potty would do...I climbed into the bag & pooped! - mom saw me coming out of the bag with a smug look.  I got my feet wiped off, just in case, but she was laughing so hard, and told The Dad "see that's what you get for leaving stuff around.." mrowr! go Tig go! literally!...]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>mom is registered!</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/985224/diary/Some_thoughts_from_a_kittys_perspective/794800</link>

				<pubdate>Mon, 27 Aug 2012 08:17:48 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Tigger ~ writing at catster.com</author>
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		<description>Mom went to a TNR workshop Saturday.  She is now a registered caretaker &amp; our colony will be started ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Mom went to a TNR workshop Saturday.  She is now a registered caretaker & our colony will be started with TNR as soon as she can borrow a few more traps. She bought 2 on sale real cheap at Harbor Freight, and then she can set 5 out to try & get the 5 that come by the most to start.  The place they are taken to will spay/neuter, deworm, antibiotics, pain med, clean & treat any wounds, microship & 3 yr rabies.  They ask for a donation of $30 per cat, but the lady said that with the # of kitties we have, she does not expect that much - anything we can do.  mom will donate 1 trap back & keep 1 for any odd kitties that might come into the colony.  For once, she said she feels in control of the situation. There is even a place that 2x a month will give some food to registered colony caretakers!  So right now, we have 1 trap out there unset so they can get used to it, and then as soon as we get the other ones, it is trap day! Will keep you posted.]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Feliway is my friend</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/985224/diary/Some_thoughts_from_a_kittys_perspective/794312</link>

				<pubdate>Thu, 23 Aug 2012 14:56:08 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Tigger ~ writing at catster.com</author>
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		<description>Mom says the Feliway worked wonders!  or I just got used to Felix.  I seemed more relaxed all around ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Mom says the Feliway worked wonders!  or I just got used to Felix.  I seemed more relaxed all around, which is good for my heart.  I even let the rascal eat out of my bowl again.  I have not decided to play with him yet, but mom is not worried any more.  She said i seemed so frustrated & wound up, but I am chilling now.  Thanks to all my friends for the DDp gifties & wishes.  Mom had not checked on here for a few days because our human sister came in from Seattle, and well, mom wanted to spend every second with her.  She went back today, so mom is sad.  All in all, things are going ok.  Take care my friends!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>welcome to my new brother</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/985224/diary/Some_thoughts_from_a_kittys_perspective/793536</link>

				<pubdate>Sat, 18 Aug 2012 07:56:13 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Tigger ~ writing at catster.com</author>
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		<description>Mom says sorry it has taken a little while. Things have been so mad crazy round here then throw in a ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Mom says sorry it has taken a little while. Things have been so mad crazy round here then throw in a new kitten that is sick....well you know the drill.  Anyways he is settling in pretty good. We all just got introduced. I go from "hey dude! what's up?" to "slap-get the heck out of my way"  I am pretty agitated because of the stray males coming around to visit the girl-cats in the back yard.  Mom is in contact with a group that is supposed to come help & trap - although they haven't called back yet. Mom got a Feliway plug to put in the kitchen, hopefully that will help me, cause she does not want me too upset.  Plus he will be getting neutered as soon as the vet gives the ok,so that should help my agitation too.  Talk soon! purrs]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>a teeny update</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/985224/diary/Some_thoughts_from_a_kittys_perspective/792397</link>

				<pubdate>Wed, 8 Aug 2012 19:46:35 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Tigger ~ writing at catster.com</author>
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		<description>my little brother is doing better. He goes back to the vet tomorrow, so we shall see what vet says.  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ my little brother is doing better. He goes back to the vet tomorrow, so we shall see what vet says.  Mom finally found her camera cord, so she can get his page going, but too tired tonite.]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>anudder brudder</title>
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				<pubdate>Sat, 4 Aug 2012 15:00:31 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Tigger ~ writing at catster.com</author>
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		<description>I know - I cannot beleive it either...mom has not been around so much, cause she has been kinda busy ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ I know - I cannot beleive it either...mom has not been around so much, cause she has been kinda busy with a 4 legged tyke.  There is alot to his back-story, which he will put on his page as soon as mom remembers where she put the camera cord, as she took pictures to post.  Needless to say he is a very sick kitten. He had gotten such a bad uri that it went into pneumonia. His nosie is so clogged that he cannot even smell, so he wasn't able to eat. He was dehydrated and very underweight.  The vet says he was rescued just in time. There really is alot more to it - how he got sick & everything, so I am sure he will want to share the news with you.  He does not have a name yet, but he is black with a small white spot on his chest & very green eyes.  So just keep him in your thoughts for healing purrs.  He is doing much better already having subq fluids & 6 doses of clavamox, so we are sure he will be ok.  But he is a baby of 3 months old, and well you know how moms get - they worry about us kits.....purrs my friends!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>coming this week</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/985224/diary/Some_thoughts_from_a_kittys_perspective/788014</link>

				<pubdate>Sun, 8 Jul 2012 15:49:10 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Tigger ~ writing at catster.com</author>
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		<description>Mom is pretty fired up about Catster staying together.  We have lost so many friends in one way or a ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Mom is pretty fired up about Catster staying together.  We have lost so many friends in one way or another it really hurts. We love it here & it is obvious that many of you do too.  So this week, mom will be letting us three catch up with news, and perhaps a new picture or two.  We are not going anywhere, and shall make our presence known.  Presents? mom did you say presents? nip perhaps? 
Smitty's eyes look much better. Mom gave him lysine powder every day, and it seems to have nipped it in the bud.. Mom did you say nip AGAIN????  ok, NIP BREAK..later pals!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>family spokescat</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/985224/diary/Some_thoughts_from_a_kittys_perspective/780457</link>

				<pubdate>Thu, 17 May 2012 08:59:09 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Tigger ~ writing at catster.com</author>
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		<description>It certainly seems like there has been so much loss here on Catster recently. Kitties having to leav ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ It certainly seems like there has been so much loss here on Catster recently. Kitties having to leave for the Rainbow Bridge, and kitties just leaving Catster.  I feel so sad - We have formed a kind of little family here, and it hurts to see them leave.  Sometimes mom says she feels guilty posting how well we may be doing, because so many are hurting & ill.  I wish I could wave my paw over those sick and heal them, and also to undo whatever made other kitties just up & leave here too.  We heartily welcome all the newcomers. We hope for them to see the joys we found here. I just wish the joy had not been lost for those we do not see here anymore. We hope all our friends know that if we should miss a special day, that it is only because  mom has been swamped with work and has not gotten here everyday.   We purr for all kitties near & far...for those that need healing, for those that need help, and for those that just need a purr, as we all sometimes do. Hoping the sun shines on all and brings you healing.  PURRS Tig]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Flips &amp; paws up!</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/985224/diary/Some_thoughts_from_a_kittys_perspective/779601</link>

				<pubdate>Fri, 11 May 2012 11:05:59 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Tigger ~ writing at catster.com</author>
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		<description>Awesome news my friends!  I had my ultrasound yesterday, and it appears, that there is no changes, a ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Awesome news my friends!  I had my ultrasound yesterday, and it appears, that there is no changes, as a matter of fact, she says that the thickening in my heart ACTUALLY GOT BETTER! They cannot hear the murmur anymore either! She said it is not really common for a kitty with HCM to improve, but it can happen. So she told mom KEEP DOING WHAT YOU ARE DOING!  I could flip for joy!  Mom says she always holds her breath until the test results are in.
I also want to thank all of you for the wonderful good wishes & presents on my birthday. I had a good day.

A happy mother's day to all of you wonderful mommas out there that love us & take care of us no matter what. I don't know how much money momma has spent keeping me healthy, but I am sure she sacrificed alot to do it, and I am a grateful boy to be here with her & as healthy as a kitty with HCM & FLUTD can be.
love my mom & love you all! purrs!]]></content:encoded>
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				<pubdate>Thu, 10 May 2012 08:31:58 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Tigger ~ writing at catster.com</author>
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		<description>Mom has been so swamped with work, we haven't had a chance to come back on for mine &amp; Smitty's thank ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Mom has been so swamped with work, we haven't had a chance to come back on for mine & Smitty's thank yous - I am having my annual ultrasound today, so Mom will post what we always hope is good news.  Keep them paws crossed!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>A Cat's Will</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/985224/diary/Some_thoughts_from_a_kittys_perspective/778439</link>

				<pubdate>Thu, 3 May 2012 14:14:35 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Tigger ~ writing at catster.com</author>
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		<description>Found this on the Yahoo Heart Disease Group &amp; it is so very beautiful. Posted it too in the Memorial ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Found this on the Yahoo Heart Disease Group & it is so very beautiful. Posted it too in the Memorial Section on the forums


From the AngelOnMyShoulders list ...

A Cat's Will

Before humans die, they write their last Will & Testament, giving their home
and all they have to those they leave behind. If, with my paws, I could do
the same, this is what I'd ask...

To a poor and lonely stray I'd give:

- My happy home.
- My bowl & cozy bed, soft pillows and all my toys.
- The lap, which I loved so much.
- The hand that stroked my fur & the sweet voice which spoke my name.

I'd Will to the sad, scared shelter cat, the place I had in my human's
loving heart, of which there seemed no bounds.

So when I die, please do not say, "I will never have a pet again, for the
loss and pain is more than I can stand."

Instead, go find an unloved cat, one whose life has held no joy or home and
give MY place to HIM.

This is the only thing I can give -- The love I leave behind.]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>pretty great bday present</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/985224/diary/Some_thoughts_from_a_kittys_perspective/778113</link>

				<pubdate>Tue, 1 May 2012 15:21:32 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Tigger ~ writing at catster.com</author>
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		<description>Well the vet called today &amp; after they did the second test on my blood, she said I DO NOT have hyper ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Well the vet called today & after they did the second test on my blood, she said I DO NOT have hyperthyroidism!  So mom says that is a pretty great birdday present!  So all I really need now is a good report from the cardiologist checkup next week.  Mom was starting to feel really bad about the bladder issue. But after doing some more research, & hearing from a few other kitties too it seems that sometimes even eating nothing but excellent grain free canned food, you still can have issues.  So hopefully momma is not blaming on herself too much.  So we'll see when we talk to the vet next week maybe I can eat some of the rx food, and still eat the good stuff too.  Or maybe just take some meds to keep in line.  Anyways, I am having a pretty great birdday. Mom says I will get a teeny lick of vanilla ice cream, but just a teeny weeny teeny one.  Thanks for everyone's wishes & purrs.  Mom has to work all day tomorrow, but we will be getting to all our thankies (& Smitty too) prob on Thursday. So thanks again all my friends. Oh and Maizy only hissed at me once today, so all in all - pretty great day!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>it's always something</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/985224/diary/Some_thoughts_from_a_kittys_perspective/777871</link>

				<pubdate>Mon, 30 Apr 2012 15:10:13 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Tigger ~ writing at catster.com</author>
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		<description>Even though I got a good physical report from the new vet, there may still be some trouble...She sai ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Even though I got a good physical report from the new vet, there may still be some trouble...She said that my urine ph is creeping up & alkaline. No crystals, but she is pushing the canned RX food since I still seem to be having trouble being on all regular canned, and she is worried that I can head for trouble again.   She does seem to understand about the wet though. Mom is dumfounded, cause all I have eaten in over 9 months is grain free wet food, filtered water (good filter too) - nothing else - well ok I had a couple licks of whipped cream, but I cannot help myself.. On top of that, vet is concerned that my thyroid level is in the higher end of the gray area.  She ordered another test for the lab to do (& another $100 eesh)- her concern is cause I am so young & have heart disease, and the atenolol could mask a fast heartbeat, which would have been a tip off for thyroid disease I guess. So we will see what it says. Next week is my ultrasound with my same cardiologist...mom says she just wants good news... I guess for some kitties, the all wet food diet is not enough...  I was really hoping for an awesome 4th birthday tomorrow....Mom says not to worry, it will all work out, but we are a little bit worried.
 purrs, a slightly worried Tigger, and a very worried momma]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>growlin</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/985224/diary/Some_thoughts_from_a_kittys_perspective/777423</link>

				<pubdate>Fri, 27 Apr 2012 13:48:25 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Tigger ~ writing at catster.com</author>
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		<description>Today was my turn to see the new vet.  She said I was a handsome guy (of course) and my ears were so ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Today was my turn to see the new vet.  She said I was a handsome guy (of course) and my ears were so clean you could eat off them. (ok I know that is a good thing but ew) I was pretty chill, then they took me to get blood & pee. Well, mom heard me growl at them down the hall. She said to Nana, "well Tig does not like anyone messing around down there anymore".  Dr came back in & said I did good, but that it was ok for me to be a little grouchy cause I have dealt with alot & she knows I am touchy about the bladder area. Wow... can you believe it? She understood!  She cannot hear my heart murmur, and everything is is clean clear & good. She will call mom with my blood & pee results tomorrow.  My heart rate is perfect. She was so thorough she asked what time I had my atenolol so that she would know what my heart rate should based on the time when I took it.So now all I have to schedule is my annual  ultrasound with my cardiologist, which should be as soon as she will be at their location. It is so great that it is the same cardiologist that went to our other vet office.  Mom said something about my BirdDay coming up soon. I will be 4 years old already!  I still act like a kitten though.  Well, hope everyone has a good weekend.]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>goodbye my friend Bump</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/985224/diary/Some_thoughts_from_a_kittys_perspective/775774</link>

				<pubdate>Mon, 16 Apr 2012 19:58:39 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Tigger ~ writing at catster.com</author>
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		<description>I just read about Bumpurr. Mom is crying. Of course we feel sad &amp; we feel so awful for anyone that h ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ I just read about Bumpurr. Mom is crying. Of course we feel sad & we feel so awful for anyone that has lost a kitty, but Bumpurr was a special part of my life, because in a search on HCM, one of his postings came up, and that is how we even found Catster & how to fight this awful disease.  I am glad that his momma was with him when he left for the bridge, and I know he is bounding around free.  I also hope that Lisa & Bump can feel all of the love from so many kitties that they helped.  Goodnight my friend, sleep well.]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>BUSTED!!!</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/985224/diary/Some_thoughts_from_a_kittys_perspective/775770</link>

				<pubdate>Mon, 16 Apr 2012 19:05:23 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Tigger ~ writing at catster.com</author>
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		<description>ok so apparently Smitty is on a diet - he has special food to help his crystals for right now, and h ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ ok so apparently Smitty is on a diet - he has special food to help his crystals for right now, and he gets a measured amount each day & that is it - vet wants him to lose 1-2 pounds. I have always been a lanky cat and I don't really eat treats, so I never had to watch my weight.  Mom keeps his extra food in a 2nd tupperware container on the bottom shelf of the entertainment unit. Sometime during the night on Friday, I managed to get the lid off the container. (hey I'm a talented guy) and Mom believes that Smits & I gorged ourselves, and here is why. EVERY morning around 6am we are just about dancing on Mom's head for breakfast.  Maizy did her polite meow (yea so she says) and us guys were not around.  Mom got Maizy her breakfast, and gave Smitty his breakfast - which he barely touched. Woah says Mom - Smitty are you sick? Smitty wisely kept his yap shut.  I then strolled up around 10 am and picked at my food. Mom went to go check the mail, and she saw it - OPEN container, lid nicely set right next to it. She asked The Dad & our human bro if they gave us food. NOPE. So knowing that Maizy would not do that, and Smitty is too polite...well the jig was up.  At some point I was called a little stinker...but I did not poot.....I guess it was cuz I hepped my self.  Now the food has been moved into a container that does not have a tab on the lid (Mom figured out I clawed at the tab & popped it open)  So Mom said "thanks alot Tig - all the progress Smitty made, you just undid! ARGGH" oh well, my crime spree was fun while it lasted!!  BURP!!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>whew 1 year</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/985224/diary/Some_thoughts_from_a_kittys_perspective/774510</link>

				<pubdate>Mon, 9 Apr 2012 09:21:00 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Tigger ~ writing at catster.com</author>
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		<description>Well, I passed the 1 year mark for the first time I totally blocked up &amp; was in e-vet last Easter Da ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Well, I passed the 1 year mark for the first time I totally blocked up & was in e-vet last Easter Day.  I blocked again 10 days later, so mom says she will feel much better in another 10 days.  It seems like we all have had issues with this problem, although Maizy just has very alkaline & concentrated wee.  Mom is frustrated as to what causes this, and is going to dig into some research.   
After all the whining I did, mom offered me a teeny bite of ham, and I sniffed it & walked away. Mom says I just wanted her to know that I must have it if I wanted it, to be at my beck & call.  Anyways happy spring everyone, and thanks to all the gifties!  Prob won't be on anymore today, mom has to take The Dad to get a tooth pulled..poor dad...]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>sweet spring</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/985224/diary/Some_thoughts_from_a_kittys_perspective/774366</link>

				<pubdate>Sun, 8 Apr 2012 15:55:57 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Tigger ~ writing at catster.com</author>
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		<description>We want to send you all wishes for a happy springtime, whatever you may celebrate.  I had a great da ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ We want to send you all wishes for a happy springtime, whatever you may celebrate.  I had a great day so far - got some new chicken food this morning - it was ok - sat in the kitchen window that was open in the sun & nibbled on some cat grass mom has sitting right there.  Got a good scritchin, napped, then mom took me outside for about 1/2 hour to stroll in the yard. Now, I am about to nap again while she is cooking some ham & sweet potatoes.  It has been a quiet relaxy day. Human brother is working, then going by his girlfriend, and human sister is in Seattle, but she called so mom is happy.  Human brother made an excellent dinner for us all yesterday..potatoes with truffle oil, veal roast stuffed with spinach & goat cheese, and baby artichokes....mom said she was about to faint it was so yummy.  So maybe I will get a teeny bite of ham today. Hoping that everyone has a wonderful day & let's hope that spring will be a time of fresh new things, and good news for us all. oooh and word has it that The Dad has been at the shop working (FINALLY) on our cat tree!!
plus a big thank you to all our friends that sent pretty egg gifties for us.]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>glorious box &amp; a stupid washing machine</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/985224/diary/Some_thoughts_from_a_kittys_perspective/768825</link>

				<pubdate>Mon, 5 Mar 2012 13:30:47 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Tigger ~ writing at catster.com</author>
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		<description>Saturday The Dad got a new tv for the front room. The old one finally kicked it after being repaired ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Saturday The Dad got a new tv for the front room. The old one finally kicked it after being repaired & many years of use.  I don't know where they put the pictures in these new fangled things, cause the old one was a big square thing full of pictures inside it and this one is skinny - where do the pictures come from?  Mom says "that is technology Tig" ...however, being a box connoisseur, it came with this wonderful thin, tall box.  It was laying on it's side on the floor, and The Dad went to pick up the box, and he said, "why is this so heavy?" to Mom. THAT'S CUZ THERE WAS A TIGGER IN IT!!! I darted in & out & played on top of that box all evening, until The Dad said it had to go out. Now if I can get Mom to buy me one of those kitty videos.....

Yesterday, Mom was cleaning the basement starting on her annual "throw stuff out" binge, and while we were working in the laundry room, I thought I would jump on the washer to supervise, but I guess I did not judge so well, cause I slipped & could not catch anything with my claws, and I fell off the washer on my side on the floor.  Mom came running over to see if I was ok.  I walked a little slow, but was jumping around by last night.  She had said I was going to the vet if I was still sore, but I am ok - no worries.    
So boxes = good, washer machines =bad.]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>mardi gras!</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/985224/diary/Some_thoughts_from_a_kittys_perspective/766594</link>

				<pubdate>Tue, 21 Feb 2012 11:48:40 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Tigger ~ writing at catster.com</author>
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		<description>Today is the day mom makes the yummy smelling soup. Usually she makes chicken &amp; andouille sausage, b ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Today is the day mom makes the yummy smelling soup. Usually she makes chicken & andouille sausage, but this year The Dad requested seafood gumbo.  So that means there won't be any taste of chicken for me, but maybe I will try a shrimp with Smitty.  Anyways - this means spring is not far away, so everyone party on today!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Ahh- sweet cupid!</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/985224/diary/Some_thoughts_from_a_kittys_perspective/765236</link>

				<pubdate>Tue, 14 Feb 2012 06:13:05 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Tigger ~ writing at catster.com</author>
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		<description>I am not usually a romantical cat, but it seems that we all need a day to feel all squooshy. To all  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ I am not usually a romantical cat, but it seems that we all need a day to feel all squooshy. To all of our friends, you are so special to us and we wish you a wonderful day. Please know that we think of all of you.  For those we don't know as well, we hope that we can remedy that too!  HAPPY VALENTINE'S DAY!!!
and a special wish for my Valentine girl Kaci!! xoxo]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>poetry</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/985224/diary/Some_thoughts_from_a_kittys_perspective/764572</link>

				<pubdate>Fri, 10 Feb 2012 07:28:06 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Tigger ~ writing at catster.com</author>
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		<description>I am a manly cat &amp; maybe not so good at mushy stuff, but I stayed up all night to write my Valentine ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ I am a manly cat & maybe not so good at mushy stuff, but I stayed up all night to write my Valentine a poem. Smitty says it sounded good to him - so here goes:

My Lovely  Kaci Sunshine
I think you are so very neat
You are totally more than sugar sweet
From the tip of your freckled pink nose
All the way to your tiny toes
Your orangey fur
Makes me purr
I am so glad that you are mine
My very special valentine

purrs, love The Tigman]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>ooops</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/985224/diary/Some_thoughts_from_a_kittys_perspective/759217</link>

				<pubdate>Tue, 10 Jan 2012 13:10:35 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Tigger ~ writing at catster.com</author>
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		<description>thanks all for the diary wishes!
I apologize for the sideways picture. I meant to flip it before I  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ thanks all for the diary wishes!
I apologize for the sideways picture. I meant to flip it before I put it on Tiggie's page, and well..oops....so...hmmm...yeah I meant it for exercise, yeah, for a stiff neck....yeah.. it's therapeutic....
Well, it is a lovely day in Chi-town, at least 53 & sunny, so I am taking a break from work & Tiggie gets a stroll outside before it drops to 20 on Thursday.  
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		<title>R U A CRAIIIIZZEEE CAT PURRSON??</title>
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				<pubdate>Sat, 7 Jan 2012 18:54:41 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Tigger ~ writing at catster.com</author>
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		<description>ok the picture is posted with Tig's pics of my action figure!!!
I wanted to put it on my little she ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ ok the picture is posted with Tig's pics of my action figure!!!
I wanted to put it on my little shelf, but I almost hate to open the package.  Anyways - have fun with the quiz! I will proudly admit that I can answer yes to quite a few!!


*Do you get excited when you hear a can opener?  
*Do you think cats are smarter than people?
*Do you feel Tom is more talented than Jerry?
*Do you have more cats than ex-boyfriends?
*Do you bring new boyfriends home so the cats can meet them?
*Do you later break up with them because the cats weren't impressed?
*Do you spend more on doctor bills for your cats than for yourself?
*Do you buy the ice cream your cats prefer instead of the kind you like?
*Can you tell your cats apart by the roughness of their tongues?
*Have you ever warned a guest not to sit on a specific piece of furniture because it belongs to the cats?
*Do you own more than one piece of clothing with a cat on it?
Do you have a website devoted to your cats? Do you have a website for each cat?
*Do you spend more on Christmas presents for your cat than for your family?
*Do you buy more than one kind of cat food because a few of your cats are picky eaters?
*Have you ever had to explain to a police officer that the stuff in the bag is really catnip?
*Do you feel that the ancient Egyptian tradition of cat worship is the one true religion?
*Is the sheet of instructions for watching your cats while you're on vacation longer than a page? Two pages? What vacation?

If you answered yes to 7 or more of these questions, you may be a crazy cat person!!


Have an awesome rest of the weekend everybuddy!! purrs... Tiggie's mom Renee]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>gotta be quick as a wink</title>
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				<pubdate>Thu, 5 Jan 2012 09:36:27 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Tigger ~ writing at catster.com</author>
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		<description>ok Mom had to fly in here real quick, since she has just spent an hour &amp; 1/2 browsing here, and did  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ ok Mom had to fly in here real quick, since she has just spent an hour & 1/2 browsing here, and did not even get to everything, and she is SUPPOSED to be working on the end o the year stuff for her & The Dad's business.   Just gotta tell ya about a giftie she got

Our human brother is kind of a wizenhimer - and loves to tease mom all the time - so he found somewhere online a "Crazy Cat Lady" action figure with 5 cats! It is so darn funny.  There is a quiz on the back to tell if you are indeed a crazy cat lady - mom says we will post it either tomorrow or Saturday. Plus charge the camera & try to take a pic to post.  too funny...and mom says 
YES I AM A PROUD CRAZY CAT LADY!!
mews, Tig]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>tis the season</title>
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				<pubdate>Sun, 25 Dec 2011 09:15:05 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Tigger ~ writing at catster.com</author>
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		<description>We would like to wish all of our dear friends &amp; their humans much peace, joy, &amp; prosperity for the n ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ We would like to wish all of our dear friends & their humans much peace, joy, & prosperity for the new year, and wishes for whatever celebration you partake.  
There seems to be a few packages in our stocking, off I go to investigate! purrs, Tigger]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>many tankees</title>
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				<pubdate>Wed, 14 Dec 2011 19:05:44 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Tigger ~ writing at catster.com</author>
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		<description>I want to send a huge thank you to everyone for all the good wishes &amp; presents!  I tried to send per ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ I want to send a huge thank you to everyone for all the good wishes & presents!  I tried to send personal thanks, but if I inadvertantly missed anyone, please know that we loved reading all the good wishes!  It rained ALL day today hiss, and it was about 52 degrees. In mid December - in Chicago.  We certainly will pay for it at some point I am sure. They predict much snow, again...so I will enjoy being able to prowl the yard while I can.  I will certainly pop back in before the holiday so I can wish everyone good tidings! purr again, and really thank you so much.]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>purrs</title>
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				<pubdate>Sun, 11 Dec 2011 17:17:23 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Tigger ~ writing at catster.com</author>
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		<description>Well I had a fabulous week! We did not know about my special honor until Tuesday, but to celebrate I ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Well I had a fabulous week! We did not know about my special honor until Tuesday, but to celebrate I went outside, and even though it was kind of cold, it was still fun.  We had some lake effect snow, and for those of you not in the Chicago lake area, it is the big ol fluffy flakes. I was standing in the yard (on my leash of course) and the flakes were fluttering down, Mom said "Tiggie you look like you are in a giant snowglobe!" and of course of all times, no camera...argh. But I also got a tiny lick of whipped cream from the spray can....ooooo heaven in a can I tell ya. I got a massage from mom.....yeah, that's the spot mom, and I got my canned rabbit food too. I had a very good week.  Mom says that tomorrow we will try & catchup all the thank yous for the thoughtful comments & gifts. I am humbled to be a cat of the week. Thank you all my friends! purrs, and a little burp...Tiggie]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>oh meow!</title>
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				<pubdate>Tue, 6 Dec 2011 06:33:13 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Tigger ~ writing at catster.com</author>
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		<description>imagine my suprise, when mom logged on to see what to do about a problem, and I see that I am COTW!  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ imagine my suprise, when mom logged on to see what to do about a problem, and I see that I am COTW! We did not get a chance to log in yesterday, so holy cow what a suprise!!!  Mom says for sure I will get a longer walkie today, even though it is cold. I kind of like to jump around outside when it is a  little cold.  Well thank you to everyone!!

The problem we have, gotta find out the best way to handle finding a piece of plastic/latex in a can of Friskies food for the outside gang.

IN the meantime, thank you my friends! I am so flattered!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>magic kittens</title>
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				<pubdate>Wed, 30 Nov 2011 15:58:51 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Tigger ~ writing at catster.com</author>
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		<description>Some good news! This morning, guess who was waiting for breakfast?  REAPPEARING KITTENS!!  ok little ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Some good news! This morning, guess who was waiting for breakfast?  REAPPEARING KITTENS!!  ok little ones, I wish you could tell me where you were. Did you get stuck somewhere? No ears clipped, so I know there was no TNR.  They were starving, and ate like piggies.  That was why I was so worried, they have not missed a breakfast EVER.  So at least it was a great start to a very cold day!!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>disappearing kittens</title>
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				<pubdate>Tue, 29 Nov 2011 07:33:48 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Tigger ~ writing at catster.com</author>
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		<description>Had a normal Turkey day round here. Even the strays got a few bites of turkey.  Sunday morning, mom  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Had a normal Turkey day round here. Even the strays got a few bites of turkey.  Sunday morning, mom went out & fed the 3 kittens & 2 adults, all were waiting by the back door as usual.  Yesterday morning, only Fluff & Rocky - the mom & dad were out there. All 3 kittens were not there.  She went by the alley & called - no kits. By last nite they should have at least been in the yard looking for a snack - no kits.  This morning, still no kittens.  Looked in the garage, and shed just in case they ran in there when The Dad got the Christmas stuff out. Mom cannot figure out how all 3 of them (they area bout 6 months old) just disappeared.  They kind of stuck together, but still....all 3? She hopes that maybe someone that TNR took them - as there is supposed to be someone in the area. Otherwise - how could 3 fast, not overy trusting to anyone but mom - kittens, just disappear? We have looked around, but not a sign.  Mom is sad.....that will mean that she lost all 4 kittens within a month.]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>happy fall</title>
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				<pubdate>Sun, 2 Oct 2011 10:07:58 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Tigger ~ writing at catster.com</author>
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		<description>Thank you my friends for the gotcha day gifties and the summer gifties.  Mom also had an issue with  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Thank you my friends for the gotcha day gifties and the summer gifties.  Mom also had an issue with the gift store on pirate day, so we could not send any. arrrr.  She has been busy helping human sis to pack things for Washington. I managed to get hold of another mousie from the live trap, but mousie had already kicked it while in the trap, so I flipped it around a few times anyways.  Now I am too bored to play with the furry toy mousies. We are soooo happy that Ingen was found!!!! yippee!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Ode to Summer</title>
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				<pubdate>Thu, 8 Sep 2011 16:06:38 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Tigger ~ writing at catster.com</author>
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		<description>Well it surely has been a while since I have gotten Mom to write. In her defense, she has been busy  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Well it surely has been a while since I have gotten Mom to write. In her defense, she has been busy with Nana's after-surgery care & trying to catch up work, and such.  So let me tell you about my summer...
I have enjoyed countless walkies, and I also sat outside while on my leash. It gets hooked to this little pole, but a human is still outside keeping an eye on me. We have this metal live-mouse trap by the garage, and one afternoon, I was fussing by it, so Mom looked inside it, and there was a teeny toad in there. So she set it down & opened it, thinking I would maybe paw or sniff it. OOOOhhh nooo - I grabbed the thing & would not let go. Mom had to actually scruff me & kinda shake me to let it go, and just at that time, it must have spewed it's toadie juices, cause I started to gag & stick my tongue out & spit. Ahhh so then Mom got the bright idea of trying to wash my mouth out. Right - have YOU tried to wash a cat's mouth out...with water?...a cat that does NOT like water? Mom wore more of it than anything, and I was just fine.
A few days later, again, I was by that trap, & Mom saw nothing in there. When she opened it, well, there was a mouse & I got it so fast & ran. Unfortunately I played a little too hard with the mousie, and well, he went to mousie heaven before Mom could get it away from me (I had alot of fun though - Mom sighs)
One Saturday all of a sudden we started to get water seeping in our basement, after a very light rain. This never happens - only once when we had days of rain. It was coming from under the baseboard, and through some small cracks in the floor. Poor Mom shop vac'd every 2 hours round the clock & put towels down for a week until we found out that when the neighbors on the one side abandoned their home, they left the water on in the basement, and there was 6 feet of water in there, and it seeped over to us. It only stopped because some worker guys hooked a gas pump & pumped it out next door. After we have now had to rip out a bunch of tiles, and will have to replace some drywall.  But Mom says it is nothing compared to those that have lost everything in the flooding, but it still is pretty crummy. 
Right now, our human brother & sister are on a long-planned trip to London.  They are very close & worked for this trip for a long time.  Next week is our annual end of summer shrimp boil. mmmm perhaps we may get a teeny bite o shrimpies mom? This year it is in honor of our human sister - she is moving far away all the way to Seattle. Far from Chicago! She is hoping to hear on a job at the zoo there. She does environmental education & mammmal education. Momma is very sad, but happy for her too.  I have been feeling great - no potty troubles. Except for my little spritzing incident. But Mom is ordering a calming collar & getting some feliway spray to try.  I just do not like that feral cat that she is feeding. Well actually there are 2 that get fed, but only one is nervy enough to stroll around MY YARD. Well, I should leave some news for Maizy & Smitty to tell, so I will sign off for now.  
A very big thank you for the well wishes & gifties on my gotcha day. Mom says the bestes day was when I ran to her so fast, I almost knocked her down! It was love at first sight!
purrs, a happy toad-licking, mousie-catching Tigger.]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>the journey</title>
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				<pubdate>Thu, 7 Jul 2011 15:48:16 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Tigger ~ writing at catster.com</author>
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		<description>well, so far so good for me! My fur is getting shiny again, and I have been flipping and jumping lik ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ well, so far so good for me! My fur is getting shiny again, and I have been flipping and jumping like my old self.  I am not sure how long I have to eat the stinky food, but Mom says she will ask the vet.  It has been a while since we have been here - although we have grabbed a few sneak-peeks here & there.  Our Nana got very sick, and ended up having open heart surgery a couple weeks ago. Mom was at the hospital every day. But Nana is home & doing very well.  I even took a nap by her just to keep an eye on her for Mom.  I know we have missed many friends special days, and we apologize....sometimes you can only do one thing at a time.  Mom got a few awesome pics of me out in the yard, which she will put up soon. In the meantime, hope everyone is having a splendid summer]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>melting kitties</title>
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				<pubdate>Wed, 8 Jun 2011 20:26:31 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Tigger ~ writing at catster.com</author>
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		<description>Boy it went from being so cold &amp; having to put the heat on to a blast furnace around here! Mom &amp; The ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Boy it went from being so cold & having to put the heat on to a blast furnace around here! Mom & The Dad got a new furnace & air conditioner put in at the end of Dec so we could get the tax break, and the service co. had to add some stuff & calibrate it or something before the air could go on. Well, we had appt set a few times, but the rain caused them to be cancelled. They finally set the appt for Friday the 10th. Then THE HEAT WAVE.  I swear I was watching Smitty actually melt yesterday. It was soooo hot in the house, the inside temp read 89. It made Nana not feel very good, and Mom kept giving her cold washcloths for her head.  I was pretty blech too. At one point the three of us were all splayed out in the hallway where we could get the air from the fans on both sides.  Mom felt so bad for me, she took me in the bathroom, and wet my paws cause she read that kitties sweat from their pawpads. She then wet her hand and wiped my face & head off. At first I was kinda squirmy, but then heeeeeyyyy, that felt pretty good! I sat & let her wipe my whole face again. I think it worked, because I was able to go to sleep then. Smitty got a facewipe too, and his fur on his head was all sticking up, it was pretty funny. Maizy actually likes water, so she didn't care.  I even ate my food cold, and that helped. Mom called the company yesterday & told them that she had a senior in the house, and that her pets were geting sick, and they made a special appointment for this morning! So aahhhhh we are now nice & cool. I even jumped around tonite & played with my catnip cigar from Boxie.  Have a good night!   signed a very kewl kitteh!...]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>the endless search for food</title>
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				<pubdate>Fri, 3 Jun 2011 12:54:32 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Tigger ~ writing at catster.com</author>
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		<description>Tiggie's Mom here - I just really need to vent. I did in the forums already. I certainly do not want ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Tiggie's Mom here - I just really need to vent. I did in the forums already. I certainly do not want to keep Tig on the prescription diet forever. I am afraid that the acid will cause him other problems down the line. I just put him on it, because he still blocked even being on 90% Natural Balance wet& 10% Blue Buffalo Wilderness dry. Had to get the PH down. I don't even know how long to keep him on that food.  The vets say they can have it the rest of their life, but I am not happy with the ingredients, and boy do it stink! pew! But trying to find a wet food that is low minerals, has no fish except for salmon oil, and is not shredded. I looked online so much I got a headache. I don't even know how to figure out what the mineral % should be. It's like I just want to see a can, and it is exactly what I need. I realize there is no perfect food, but this really should not be this blasted hard. Every time I think I found something, I read that it is not so good.  Or Smitty won't eat it. He is doing so good without any kibble - I am so proud of him. He takes all these meds with little complaint and eats his food like a good boy.  ok now I feel better. The search continues tomorrow.....]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>guarded optimism</title>
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				<pubdate>Sun, 29 May 2011 13:38:20 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Tigger ~ writing at catster.com</author>
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		<description>Well, my PH level is down to 6! yippeee!!! Culture shows NO INFECTION, NO CRYSTALS!  Dr said that my ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Well, my PH level is down to 6! yippeee!!! Culture shows NO INFECTION, NO CRYSTALS!  Dr said that my bladder felt a little full, even though I had gone in the morning, so she had Mom give me a 2nd prednisolone yesterday, and stay on a whole one till Tues, before I drop to 1/2.  Of course as soon as I got home, I emptied out.  I even played with The Dad & Da Bird yesterday.  Mom says that I am prob crabby cause I really have been through alot in the past few weeks, and so much meds jammed down my throat - she said she would be a little cranky too.  I tried to go out this morning, but it started to drizzle. I did try to be a ManCat & stay in the mist for a while, but then I do not like wet feet, so sigh had to go in.
Mom wants to feel like this is all over, but it is still scary that maybe it could happen again.  I think it should be ok with my PH down...but I know she loves me so much that is why she worries.  Be safe everyone - hoping for no rain! Tig]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>ok vet tell me some good news!</title>
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				<pubdate>Sat, 28 May 2011 07:09:39 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Tigger ~ writing at catster.com</author>
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		<description>I go today back to the vet for my about 2 week after block checkup. So far so good in the potty depa ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ I go today back to the vet for my about 2 week after block checkup. So far so good in the potty department.  Mom says that I still seem kinda not myself. I am not playing as much, and my fur is not at it's peak. Hopefully that is because of all the medicine & a pretty traumatic month & 1/2.  I also have been pretty crabby with Smitty. I have played a few times with him, but sometimes he just walks up to me & I am growling at him to go away.  Mom feels bad, cause Smitty doesn't understand.  We are thinking that could be from the prednisolone? I have been on varying dosage of that stuff for over a month.  But at least the second round of baytril is done.  Mom says the plastic comes off the porch today! I am sure that will improve my mood too. Her & The Dad have been trying to take me outside, cause that seems to make me happy. For some reason I am obsessed with this one bush, and I feel the need to spray on it.  Mom says at least she knows I am definitely still peeing! I mean my tail goes flippy & the back leg lifts up, and I let go ALOT.  We figure that one of the cats around has sprayed and I am trying to remark. She sprayed the urine gone stuff all over by the plant, but it did not stop me the next day. So gotta find a solution to that, cause she does not want me to get upset by this.  I will let ya know what the vet says, and I have so many thnk yous, both for my get well, and for COTD. If I miss nyone, it is not intentional, and we cannot thank you enought for the nice comments, and support. IT really helps!
thanks:
Boxie Brown - my very own purrsonal Guardian Angel for the crown & my huge potp, Gimli for the fancy crown,Nellie & Alexis for the milk, Moonshadow Taz Hermie Gidget for the paw, Tommy Felix Lars Buster for the diamond, Kaya Skye for the emerald, Tyson for my ladybug, Skylar Miss Murphy Rusty Skittles for my ribbon, my man Tigger for the heart, Mea Mikka Miko Milo Mimi Maui Mokka for the shrimpie, Moninda for my birdie, Casey for the shrimp, TOki for a birdie, my good pals Finnegan & Lacey for the paw, the Bush Bros for a ribbon, Gump & Nadi for my heart, another good bud Hunty for my bird, Buddie for my special blue ribbon, Tigger, Cali, SObe & Scaredy for my paw & trophy, my newest pals Buddy Bo for the flower & paw and Tommy for the flower & mousie.
the special hearts with all sorts of nice wishes & words from:
Brantley & the Willams furs, Hazel Lucy, Reanan, The Texas Gang, Athena & Aragorn, Greta Daniel Buster & Sugar, Moonshadow Taz Hermie Gidget, Skylar Miss Murphy Rusty Skittles, Mia, Jezebel, Squirrel & KitKat, River & Simone, Zak Pugsly Yellow Meow, Tessa, Finn & Lacey, Tyson, Lady Baby Sammie & Cesar, Tate, Nellie & Alexis.

Whew! I gots lots o love! Mom tried to write all the names down so we would not forget, but just in case, we really do appreciate all the gifts of caring from everyone.  I shall update probably tomorrow about the vet. Cause when we get back, I WANT MY PORCH!  Have a peaceful Memorial Day to all. love ya guys! The Tigman]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>so excited!</title>
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				<pubdate>Mon, 23 May 2011 08:45:24 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Tigger ~ writing at catster.com</author>
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		<description>Wow first a diary of the day and now COTD! I am so honored, and thank everyone!  For some reason, wh ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Wow first a diary of the day and now COTD! I am so honored, and thank everyone!  For some reason, when we click on the gifties, the "gift card" & comment that pops up is not showing. I don't know if this is just us or a site issue?
We will check back later, as we have so many many thanks for everyone.  
health update: so far so good - almost at the 2 week mark since the blockage. I only have a few antibiotics left, and Mom thinks the Cosequin is helping too.  It was so nice this weekend! I got to sit on the front porch & supervise while Mom, The Dad & my sister put grass seed in the big dirt pile that will hopefully be a nicer lawn than last year. They successfully moved Mom's prized hydrangea bush too.  Then I got to loung around in the back on & off all weekend. Except I ate some grass & barfed. But then yesterday afternoon, Mom was putting the last of the garden plants in, and it got really dark, so she brought me in, and put the tools away - and holy smokes it started to hail! I mean big fuzzy mousie size jagged chunks! We never had hail that big before! Sister got a couple small dents in her car hood, and brother got a small paint chip.  We have a truck, so Mom can't see on the roof too well.  So 2 of the cucumber plants bit the dust, but the rest made it ok.  Whew! I was worried, because that is one of my jobs during the summer, is to walk with Mom to check the veggie progress & chase any squirrels away from the tomatoes.  Well - thanks again, and we will check back in later! purrs, a very honored Tiggie]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>day 8 and counting</title>
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				<pubdate>Wed, 18 May 2011 11:54:12 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Tigger ~ writing at catster.com</author>
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		<description>The last 2 times I blocked was around day 10, so Mom is ticking the days off the calendar.  Doing pr ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ The last 2 times I blocked was around day 10, so Mom is ticking the days off the calendar.  Doing pretty good, I lost a whole pound with being sick.  I did eat a little plain chicken baby food, and I am trying to eat the other food. Mom feeds me throughout the day. I even got breakfast in bed today! The Dad said "I don't even get that Tigger!"  Mom set the new fountain up, and we have been investigating it, so hopefully I will get brave & take some licks. I am resting, playing a little bit, and talking to Mom.  We went outside on the leash for a bit too.  And not one kibble of dry food for a week. I sure miss my crunchies though. I keep looking where the container was.  Thanks so much to everyone for your gifties & purrs, and prayers and hugs.  Keep em coming! I'll keep ya posted!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>secret gift?</title>
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				<pubdate>Thu, 12 May 2011 07:31:36 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Tigger ~ writing at catster.com</author>
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		<description>Well, Mom was looking on here last night for more info to help me &amp; to see what is up, and then thes ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Well, Mom was looking on here last night for more info to help me & to see what is up, and then these Plus pages started to show up.  Somehow we are Plus Members now, and all we can think is that someone gave us a lovely thoughtful gift.  It was something we had wished to have, but had not been able to do.  So secret gift giver, we would love to know your identity for proper thanks, but if not, please know that we are so excited for the wonderful gift!  Boy now we have even more stuff to explore on Catster! (ok Mom, don't forget that you do still have to work...ahem vet bills remember?) THank you to everyone for your gifts, thought, purrs.  They have been such a help for Mom & for me too. I get to come home today, and paws crossed no more troubles.]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>thanks and purrs still needed</title>
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				<pubdate>Tue, 10 May 2011 08:49:37 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Tigger ~ writing at catster.com</author>
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		<description>thanks you for all the kinds words, and gifts for support, and also for my BirdDay. I got to take a  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ thanks you for all the kinds words, and gifts for support, and also for my BirdDay. I got to take a long walkie on my leash on my Day!  Sadly I am back in the hospital with another blockage, but again was caught in time.  Our vet is suggesting a surgery, but we want to get more info on it first.  I guess there was a big crystal that blocked so they put some mediine in there to dissolve them all.  So my friends keep the purrs going - I don't wanna go back for any more of this stuff!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>whew</title>
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				<pubdate>Tue, 3 May 2011 08:01:50 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Tigger ~ writing at catster.com</author>
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		<description>just a very quick entry, will be back later - everything is fine &amp; we have so many people to thank,  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ just a very quick entry, will be back later - everything is fine & we have so many people to thank, and Smithwick has to thank too.]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>so many thanks</title>
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				<pubdate>Wed, 27 Apr 2011 15:05:16 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Tigger ~ writing at catster.com</author>
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		<description>We really cannot thank everyone enough for the well wishes, and support.  Mom was really really scar ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ We really cannot thank everyone enough for the well wishes, and support.  Mom was really really scared and Catster was where we came for help & ideas.  I am doing pretty good today.  I can finally piddle without growling, and I ate wet food all day, just had a couple kibbs early this morning cause of course at 5am we are all going to expire on the spot if "The Dad" does not feed us NOW.  So Mom switched the 1/3 cup we used to get with 1/8, and instructions to make it VERY SCANT - like 6 bits!  On days he does not get up that early, we won't get any kibbs, just wet. Now we just gotta find a few that will make us all happy (right good luck with that Mom) HA!  And Mom is being so over protective, I get an audience every time I use the box so she can check it!  hmm a little privacy Mom would ya huh?  Supposed to go back in 2 weeks, and hopefully we can find a new vet.  Mom is just not comfortable anymore, and she says if it was a people dr, she would switch just the same.  I slept on the bed with Mom all night, and she said it was the first good sleep she has had for days! purrs, Tigger]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>I'm Home!</title>
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				<pubdate>Tue, 26 Apr 2011 12:26:15 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Tigger ~ writing at catster.com</author>
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		<description>Mom picked me up about noon, and boy am I glad to be home!  First thing I did was rub all over Mom's ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Mom picked me up about noon, and boy am I glad to be home!  First thing I did was rub all over Mom's legs, and then I had to run around & sniff. Then I ate some wet food.  I want to thank everyone for all the purrs. It helps so much to know other kits are in your corner (& their humans too) 
thanks  Hilda for the POTP, Alley cat & fam for the cross, Bobcat for the heart you sent from heaven, and Tigger/Cali & Sobe for my ribbon, and Kaci for the lovely cross too.  Now all I have to do is rest, and eat wet food, and drink.  Smitty was so glad to see me, has been following me around since he saw me!  I have to go back in 2 weeks for a checkup, but hopefully things will be getting back to normal.....]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>update</title>
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				<pubdate>Mon, 25 Apr 2011 19:15:40 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Tigger ~ writing at catster.com</author>
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		<description>The vet said they took the catheter out about 6, and things looked good. They are doing an xray in t ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ The vet said they took the catheter out about 6, and things looked good. They are doing an xray in the morning to make sure there is nothing squirrely inside. (hmm no one mentioned this until Mom asked about it) but as long as my bladder stays empty and I do ok, I can come home!  I am sure that Mom will have washed my blankie in my favorite wooden box, and have the fluffy purple robe out for me to knead on.  Because some of the confidence has been lost, we are looking for a new vet. There is a cat only clinic in Flossmoor, IL, which is not too far away, so we are looking into that one.  Waiting to sleep in my own bed - (or Mom & The Dad's) Tigger]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>I miss my Mom &amp; The Dad</title>
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				<pubdate>Mon, 25 Apr 2011 13:53:34 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Tigger ~ writing at catster.com</author>
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		<description>I had to go straight from the e-vet to the regular vet, and I have to stay there until tomorrow.  Th ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ I had to go straight from the e-vet to the regular vet, and I have to stay there until tomorrow.  They put a yucky collar on me that I do not like, but it is so I won't pull the catheter out. Mom is trying to figure out the best wet food for me. I have been eating wet, but now I cannot have any dry. They want me to eat the prescription stuff, but Mom says no, too much salt for my heart! and grains!  And all these medicines I have to take - even more yucky! I just want to come home. I meowed at Mom and she was crying cause she missed me and did not want to leave me.  One more day....]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>I don't feel so good</title>
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				<pubdate>Sun, 24 Apr 2011 20:08:52 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Tigger ~ writing at catster.com</author>
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		<description>I was rushed to the E vet this morning. It turns out that I was blocked and could not go, I was scre ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ I was rushed to the E vet this morning. It turns out that I was blocked and could not go, I was screaming & growling it hurt very much.  I have to spend the night at the E vet, and Mom is so worried, and missing me so much. I want to be home too. We don't understand how 10 days ago there were no crystals only infection, and now even though I was taking meds, I get blocked. Mom is really freaking out because she is so worried about my heart & me being stressed. The e vet is very nice & seems to be taking good care of me. My blood came out ok - no damage to kidneys, so that is good.  I just want to be better.  I miss my bed, and my family! Please purr for me.]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>restful day</title>
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				<pubdate>Sun, 17 Apr 2011 10:52:36 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Tigger ~ writing at catster.com</author>
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		<description>I think I am feeling better.  Mom says the spots in the litter are getting a little bit bigger. We d ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ I think I am feeling better.  Mom says the spots in the litter are getting a little bit bigger. We don't expect an overnight miracle, but it is in the right direction. I even played a bit yesterday morning. The Dad tied one of our mousies to an old kids fishing pole, and he said he was going kitty fishing! I jumped for it a few times, and even Maizy pounced on the moving mousie. Smitty went berserk over it. The Dad cast it down the few back stairs to the landing, and he kept popping down them stairs and back up. But it was good exercise for him - he is not so thin & slinky like me. He needs to drop a few ounces.  I slept on Mom's chest and rested my head on her arm for along time this morning, and she just rocked me. I have laid like that on her ever since she found me when I was a kitten.  I haven't really eaten a lot, but she keeps giving me extra wet food when I take my antibiotic. So I guess the best thing is for me to rest. And thank the powers above that I do not have crystals, just the infection.  Thank you everyone for your purrs & thoughts for me to get better.  Thank you Nellie for the pretty rainbow (it is so gloomy here, we could use one!) Thanks to my pretty Hazel Lucy for the bunny. I am waving my paw to you up in heaven! THanks to Buddie for the blue ribbon - Mom says I get first place in snuggling! and thanks to my anonymous power of the paw gift whoevercat gave it to us.]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>What now?</title>
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				<pubdate>Fri, 15 Apr 2011 13:49:33 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Tigger ~ writing at catster.com</author>
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		<description>Well, yesterday Mom noticed that I kept digging in my box, and then when I sat for a long time, I on ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Well, yesterday Mom noticed that I kept digging in my box, and then when I sat for a long time, I only had a teeny sprinkle.  I then did this in and out about 5-6 more times within 45 minutes.  So after asking in the forum to confirm what she thought, the vet was called, and in I went.  Luckily I do not have any crystals, it just shows lots of infection. I got 2 shots, and one of them really hurt! I hardly ever growl or hiss ('cept when I am playing with my little brother) and I let out a growl at that dr & hissed at her!  And now I have to take all this medicine besides my heart pill.  Momma gave me extra wet food, and I got some with my pill this morning too.  Smitty was jealous, but he got to lick the spoon cuz he already ate his breakfast.  Momma is kind of concerned about the steroid with my heart, as to whether I really should have it or not, and she is asking the dr again today.  The shots must be helping a bit, cause I went a little bit more this morning.  Mom cannot figure out why I got this bladder infection cause I drink lots of water, and get extra water in my wet food.  I eat only a little dry in the early morning, which The Dad usually feeds us breakfast cuz he is up early with the birdies.  So Mom doesn't know if eating the duck flavor Blue Buffalo changed something which caused me to get this. (They were out of chicken at Petco) She is not going to give us any more, and we are already back on the chicken. And we eat only wet at night.  So I have been resting alot today, dozing by the kitchen window watching the birdies. Hopefully things will get back to normal - our Nana fell 2 days in a row, and Mom has been trying to make her rest too.  Sometimes a nice quiet day is not so bad! Thanks to my pals for the purrs! A big thank you to Ashlynne & to Bella for the egg & paw gifties.]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>PAWSOME!!!</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/985224/diary/Some_thoughts_from_a_kittys_perspective/716125</link>

				<pubdate>Thu, 24 Mar 2011 07:48:11 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Tigger ~ writing at catster.com</author>
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		<description>We just got back from the vet, and my ultrasound shows STABLE - mild to moderate - same as last year ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ We just got back from the vet, and my ultrasound shows STABLE - mild to moderate - same as last year! My heart murmur is barely detectable!  The cardiologist said to mom "whatever you are doing, just keep doing it!"   I even got a new toy called a cat dancer since I was a very good boy.  Thank you so much my friends for your thoughts, they helped alot!  So now I am off to demand my breakfast, since I could not eat before my test.  I wish that all kitties could get good news when they have a test....so now tomorrow is our Nana's test, we hope those are good too. 
signed, a very happy Tigger & him Momma :)]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>oh no you didn't</title>
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				<pubdate>Wed, 23 Mar 2011 13:35:49 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Tigger ~ writing at catster.com</author>
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		<description>So I was out on the leash Monday afternoon. It was nice &amp; sunny. Mom says &quot;oh look Tigger, 1 yard ov ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ So I was out on the leash Monday afternoon. It was nice & sunny. Mom says "oh look Tigger, 1 yard over, there is the little cat I have been seeing"  ok - the cat sees me - I ignore the cat.  I strolled over in front of the garage to peer up at the bird feeders, (in the chance that a bird might be up there & fall off or something) and who peeks around the edge of the garage? yes, folks, the cat.  Then within the spans of a minute I am crouched low on the grass, slinking, and I took off after that cat. At least as far as the leash & Mom's feet could move.  I agree, I am the one who found & adopted Smitty. He was teeny & little & cute, and well would not leave me alone when I went outside. But I have to draw the paw Mom. We cannot even attempt to be friends with this cat.  Yes you may feed it by the alley, but I have my paws full enough keeping Smitty in line!  And please anyone reading this please keep your paws crossed for my heart ultrasound tomorrow...will let ya know.]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>sad</title>
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				<pubdate>Fri, 18 Mar 2011 14:30:31 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Tigger ~ writing at catster.com</author>
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		<description>We are still reeling from the news of Hazel Lucy leaving us.  It seems like there has been so much s ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ We are still reeling from the news of Hazel Lucy leaving us.  It seems like there has been so much sadness lately. It is hard to say goodbye to a friend.  Some of them we did not know very well, and others we did. Does not make it any easier to know someone is in pain.  Please keep crossed paws for me as I go for my annual ultrasound on the 24th to check my heart.  We need good news.  Our Nana has to have some tests done the next day, so we need good news there too.  On a good note, I got to go out on my leash twice yesterday!  Got to do some digging, and even stalked a bird! Of course Mom would never let me catch or hurt it, but it was fun to pretend being a wild jungle kitty.  Hope that everyone has some peace this weekend, and we send our purrs to anyone hurting no matter what the reason.
peace,
The Tigster]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>spring fever</title>
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				<pubdate>Fri, 25 Feb 2011 15:00:47 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Tigger ~ writing at catster.com</author>
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		<description>ok Mr Winter - I have had ENOUGH! It is below zero, and I can't go for a walk. We get all this snow. ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ ok Mr Winter - I have had ENOUGH! It is below zero, and I can't go for a walk. We get all this snow...yikes 22 inches, and I cannot go for a walk cause Mom says she will lose me in the snow.  I tried to prowl in the snow, and my feet got so cold, Mom had to carry me back in. We get a nice couple days, that I could stretch out and warm up the ol leash, then more SNOW. More RAIN more COLD. I WANT OUT!  I keep yelling at Mom to make it nice out, and she is trying to be very patient.  I admit I really have been yelling alot. Although I have actually almost perfected mommmow... and well, the screen porch is not as fun as summer since with the thick plastic up, it is hard to see out. But when it is sunny it can get up to 45 degrees in there! Sigh so I will have to try & be patient.  The Dad even took me out one day, but it was so cold, I pretty much took 5 steps & turned right back round.  Smitty is content to snooze on the porch, but I want to sniff the grass! I want to dig in my dirt pile! I want to scream at the birds! YOOOWWWWL!  Mom says I will be going out soon for my ultrasound at the vet, but THAT is not the same, and it is NOT fun.  But at least she got a new feather for Da Bird (since Maizy tore up the last one harumph)  Heres to an early spring for us all!! I know there are many of you that are as weary of this weather as we are!  Come-on robin birds...where are you?]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>it is like a dream!</title>
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				<pubdate>Wed, 9 Feb 2011 13:54:31 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Tigger ~ writing at catster.com</author>
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		<description>Hey we are back!  The Dad &amp; Momma moved Nana completely out last weekend.  All that is left is some  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hey we are back!  The Dad & Momma moved Nana completely out last weekend.  All that is left is some cleaning up & hoping someone will buy a cute little trailer reeeeaaaly fast.  I do feel kinda bad for Momma, cause there is soo much stuff. EVERYWHERE.  It has been easier to bring it here, then Nana goes through it, and hopefully gets rid of stuff....which is a big hopefully.  It is hard to do, but there is only so much room...and Nana has to be persuaded a little bit that we do not really need 5 roaster pans, but in the meantime, there are tons of boxes to climb on! oh I love to climb & poke around in everything.  Mom came downstairs to work, and there I was all the way on top crammed in the corner smiling like the Cheshire cat!  We missed everyone so much on Catster, so we will be trying to catch up as much as possible! Purrs!  
ps please keep your paws crossed, Mom is waiting for them to set up my annual ultrasound appointment to check my heart - and we need to keep the good news going! keep ya posted on that!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>been a while</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/985224/diary/Some_thoughts_from_a_kittys_perspective/703376</link>

				<pubdate>Wed, 15 Dec 2010 11:28:29 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Tigger ~ writing at catster.com</author>
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		<description>We haven't really been on Catster since before Turkey Day.  Mom has been spending all available mome ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ We haven't really been on Catster since before Turkey Day.  Mom has been spending all available moments packing things at Nana's, and getting rid of stuff here & making room.  But hopefully by the end of the month, Nana will be completely moved, and then we can get back to a little bit of normal - whatever that is.  Hope that all our friend have a great holiday, and we will be back quick as a whisker!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Me? a hero?</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/985224/diary/Some_thoughts_from_a_kittys_perspective/698942</link>

				<pubdate>Tue, 9 Nov 2010 16:14:49 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Tigger ~ writing at catster.com</author>
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		<description>Well Mom keeps saying that I helped save the day when Smithwick got out.  I dunno, all I knew was th ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Well Mom keeps saying that I helped save the day when Smithwick got out.  I dunno, all I knew was that I got to snif around in a different yard. The Dad pointed to the deck underneath & said "Tig, go get Smitty" and I poked my head under, and kinda wiggled under there.  Then when I came out, Smitty followed me, and whoomph, Mom got him with the fishing net.  So now Mom made a sign by the door to remind everyone, and she has been talking about getting us collars, even though we are all microchipped.  I am feeling better, I only have to take my antibiotics for a few more days - I am glad. I take them like a good boy, but they make my tummy hurt.  WEll, time for dinner!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>thanks &amp; achoo!</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/985224/diary/Some_thoughts_from_a_kittys_perspective/698234</link>

				<pubdate>Thu, 4 Nov 2010 10:42:44 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Tigger ~ writing at catster.com</author>
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		<description>Mom has not had a chance to thank everyone individually for the gift when I got DOTD. So she says TH ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Mom has not had a chance to thank everyone individually for the gift when I got DOTD. So she says THANK YOU THANK YOU THANK YOU to everyone!  Well, I must be getting Smitty's "cold" because I started sneezing this morning.  Mom has a call in to the vet, since I have heart disease, she is extra worried about me.  We started the LLysine paste, so I am sure it will be just fine - but you know how Mommas are.  I feel bad for Smitty cause he is having a hard time breathing through his nose. He sounds like Snuffy from Sesame Street!  But he sure still is jumping on me to play!  Mom is looking around on the forums for any info on kitty colds.  We also feel so bad that Sugar has gone to the bridge, and I am sure other awesome kitties are sick too.  Mom says it seems like when we are not on for a day or two, so much happens.  Well, I am told I should rest, so I will keep ya informed!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>oh me oh my!</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/985224/diary/Some_thoughts_from_a_kittys_perspective/697018</link>

				<pubdate>Tue, 26 Oct 2010 13:43:18 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Tigger ~ writing at catster.com</author>
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		<description>Wow thank you for picking me for Diary of the Day!  Perfect timing diary gal.....we needed a pick me ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Wow thank you for picking me for Diary of the Day!  Perfect timing diary gal.....we needed a pick me up!  Thanks for all the lovies from everyone...we will be reading & responding in a bit as Mom has to work a little more (and I have to work on my napping skills)  And by the way, The Dad didn't even stay cranky at me past about 15 minutes.....I got treaties and everything.  He even left the window open & THE BLIND UP last night for me!   yep - gotta love The Dad]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>I got in trouble</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/985224/diary/Some_thoughts_from_a_kittys_perspective/696452</link>

				<pubdate>Fri, 22 Oct 2010 12:08:53 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Tigger ~ writing at catster.com</author>
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		<description>Boy did I get into trouble!  So, Wednesday night I went onto Mom &amp; The Dad's bed as usual. Their bed ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Boy did I get into trouble!  So, Wednesday night I went onto Mom & The Dad's bed as usual. Their bed is up against the 2 windows, and The Dad had his window open. Well, it was only open a little bit, and when I launched myself under the blind to sit in the ledge, there was not enough room for my manly butt, and I slipped & fell....onto The Dad's face and scratched his nose pretty bad.  Blood everywhere.....  sorry o great Dad, wonderful Dad, bestest Dad in the whole kitty world that lets me do whatever I want.....I love you Dad..... ok well I got hollered at a little bit, and was told I would never see the birdie toy again....(which of course I did) and I would never come on the bed again, (which of course I did) but I do feel very bad I hurt my favorite person besides Momma.  I have been rubbing on his legs extra cute & kneaded next to him even more cute, and of course, he pet me....he still loves me, even though "he is scarred for life now" he says.  Mom told him to tell everyone the scar is from a huge Tiger......hmmmmmm. but I am so very sorry my dad]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>thumping time!</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/985224/diary/Some_thoughts_from_a_kittys_perspective/689754</link>

				<pubdate>Sun, 5 Sep 2010 19:00:47 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Tigger ~ writing at catster.com</author>
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		<description>Boy, I would never have thought that such a little kitten could wrestle so much!  I am still a young ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Boy, I would never have thought that such a little kitten could wrestle so much!  I am still a youngun myself - only 2, but I was trying to take a little nap out on the porch, and just started dozing, when WHAM! I got pounced! By a little teeny scrap of kitten! We rolled around a few times, but I really wanted that nap, so I had to give him a tap out. The other day, I got a little too exhuberant, and I made him squeak, so Mom had to break it up.  I didn't mean to hurt him though. Smitty follows me everywhere, so I showed him just where to stand & look pitiful for wet food time, the good window ledge to look out of, and I have even let him pilfer a few of my mousie stash.  I am trying to be a good big brother, and I am trying to show him that it is a good thing to get lots of scritches, and pets from humans.  He is getting a little better with that, but what can I say, no one is as loveable a guy as me.  I looooove my Mom so much I talk to her all the time, and sleep by her most nights. Well, I am gonna try & take a nap once again until it is playtime with Da Bird! Also thank you to everyone that has sent me presents! :)]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>whew!</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/985224/diary/Some_thoughts_from_a_kittys_perspective/688354</link>

				<pubdate>Fri, 27 Aug 2010 10:31:25 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Tigger ~ writing at catster.com</author>
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		<description>talk about a busy week.  Mom is still running back &amp; forth, but auntie seems a little better which i ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ talk about a busy week.  Mom is still running back & forth, but auntie seems a little better which is good.  I have been meowing to my kitty out on the porch. I am a little miffed that Mom won't let me out there, but she puts my leash on & carries me through so I can go patrol the yard.  yesterday, for a few minutes, she let me out to see my kitty while she supervised.  He grabbed my tail! the little stinker! and he bit it! it didn't hurt, but Mom was laughing alot, so I was glad to make her laugh.  I always do my best to do that! As my name says I am fun fun fun! I gave him a light little tap just to show that I am in charge, but aw he is so tiny I can't be mad or anything, I will have lots to show him.  We also got a new present (I think Mom is trying to pave the way for the new kitty mol) We got a Da Bird toy. OH MY GOSH - I.LOVE.THIS.TOY!  I jumped, I flipped, I twirled, I stretched!  I don't know what it is about it, as I have a few other wand toys that basically make me yawn.  BUt it got so bad that Mom had to hide it, because I climbed up the entertainment center to get it off the top shelf, and tried to climb up the fridge when she set it up there.  So she went into her room & shut the door, so I could not see where she put it. darn!  She said I have to go slow, because while exercise is good for me, she doesn't want me to have a problem with overdoing it & hurting my heart.  So we stopped sooner thatn I wanted, but I still got a good work out.  LOVE DA BIRD!!!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>whew!</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/985224/diary/Some_thoughts_from_a_kittys_perspective/688096</link>

				<pubdate>Wed, 25 Aug 2010 13:21:43 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Tigger ~ writing at catster.com</author>
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		<description>Things have been pretty crazy around here lately.  Last week I felt sorry for Mom.  Her aunty went i ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Things have been pretty crazy around here lately.  Last week I felt sorry for Mom.  Her aunty went into the hospital very sick, and they did not think she was going to make it. Nana came here to stay for a few days, and her & Mom went to the hospital every day.  Aunty went home with Nana on Friday, and Mom says she is doing a little better & that she might be able to try another medicine they call chemo to help her. Aunty used to come over alot & she always brought me my favorite treats, so I miss seeing her.  So our paws are crossed that she will get better for a little while.  On another note, I was doing the usual chilling on my porch & I see this little teeny kitten in the tree next door.  I meowed for Mom to come see. She was upset, because the kids next door are not very nice at all & would most likely do mean things to the kitty. So she got some food & put it down hoping that the kitten was not stuck, as she couldn't go into the neighbors yard to get it (don't get us started on the neighbors). Luckily he came down & was so hungry. We kept meowing at each other alot. He even tried to crawl up the screen to see me!  Mom kept putting food out, and he seemed to stick around the yard.  I would see him on my daily yard patrol - he always hid in the pepper plants.  He would follow & wanted to nuzzle by me, but Mom said "no Tig I don't want to get you sick"  So finally after a week, Mom was able to pet him, and well, he is gonna be my new little brother!  We haven't picked a name yet, but will soon.  I don't think Maizy will be too happy, but I will try & be a good big brother.]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>What the heck is a fish and why is it in MY house?</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/985224/diary/Some_thoughts_from_a_kittys_perspective/686026</link>

				<pubdate>Wed, 11 Aug 2010 13:13:31 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Tigger ~ writing at catster.com</author>
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		<description>A couple weeks ago, Mom &amp; The Dad went down to U of I to pick up some of my human sister's stuff.  S ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ A couple weeks ago, Mom & The Dad went down to U of I to pick up some of my human sister's stuff.  She finished her Master's Degree, and once she is done with her summer job, she is gonna be home for a few weeks, and then her next job will have her an hour closer to home! (Mom is happy about that) Anyways, they bring in some of her stuff till she moves to her new place, and there is this glass box. ok whatever, but wait there is a little buzzing bubbling thing in this glass box. Mom says it is a filter. ok. There's water in there? Weird humans, I do NOT like water.  But wait, what's this? There is a small silver thing flitting around in this box! OOOOH I must get on top of the box, wait I can't see through the cover...ooohhhh how can I get closer to see this silver thing? I can't seem to tap it with my paw, because it is in this stupid glass box. Ah. Mom moved it by the entertainment center. So now I can jump to the shelf & see - what is this thing? Mom called it a fish.  Well, that is what she calls the squishy stuff we eat at night (she calls it that no matter if it is fish or chicken - cause we reaaaly respond to the word FISH)  Well, I can't eat it like that! In water! In a box!  So I guess I am supposed to sit & watch this thing, so that it does not jump out & try to take over the house.  OK, I shall do my best to be the official "Guardian of the Fish"  Tigger - on guard!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>I am humbled</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/985224/diary/Some_thoughts_from_a_kittys_perspective/681677</link>

				<pubdate>Wed, 14 Jul 2010 09:02:44 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Tigger ~ writing at catster.com</author>
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		<description>Thank you to all the well wishers on both my DDP and on being Cat of the Week in &quot;Hey you look like  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Thank you to all the well wishers on both my DDP and on being Cat of the Week in "Hey you look like me!"  Mom was not able to go online yesterday, so I am a little belated in my thanks.  Thank you to Aedan for the bouncy ball, Tigger & Cali - my buds- thanks for the ribbon.  Georgina I love shrimp! Pigeon, Chandler Ray, Squirrel. Oreo,Leo thanks for your nice comments.  Gosh I hope I did not miss anyone, but if I did, I truly send you thanks also.  
To answer a question on a few of my pictures, (since we are not Plus members Mom couldn't leave a caption)- 
The ones with the little pink oragami hat on, Mom happened to catch me in a yawn (after partying all day mol),  In the cabinet, Mom & The Dad were in the midst of tearing down the old kitchen cabinets for a redo, and well - I saw an empty shelf....the rest is history!  Again I thank everyone for the well wishes & gifts you bestowed on me.  Heck even Maizy allowed me to sleep in her basket yesterday!  purrs, Tigger]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Little Cat in the Big City</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/985224/diary/Some_thoughts_from_a_kittys_perspective/680232</link>

				<pubdate>Sun, 4 Jul 2010 11:33:36 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Tigger ~ writing at catster.com</author>
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		<description>So the other day, Mom figured that since I love to go outside, and love adventure, she thought I wou ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ So the other day, Mom figured that since I love to go outside, and love adventure, she thought I would like to ride in the car. She put my harness & leash on and said, let's go get Alex!  My human brother takes the Metra train to & from work, and the station is about 3 minutes away. She put me on the seat & got in and started driving....Tigger does not like this. I crawled onto her lap and pretty much dug in. You kitties with claws know what I mean. While we waited in the parking lot, I kinda peeped out of the drivers side window, but there are too many lights, and sounds, and cars.  When Alex got in, I hung onto him the ride back.  I know she meant well, but it was way too much excitement for me. This kitty likes his own back yard, just like Dorothy learned in the Wizard of Oz.  Mom kept saying she was sorry to me and I know she is - I did get a few extra treats & scritches, so all is well.]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>thanks!</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/985224/diary/Some_thoughts_from_a_kittys_perspective/680229</link>

				<pubdate>Sun, 4 Jul 2010 11:26:26 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Tigger ~ writing at catster.com</author>
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		<description>Thank you very much Sarge, Lena &amp; Pepi for the lovely emerald.  It kinda matches my eyes!  Believe m ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Thank you very much Sarge, Lena & Pepi for the lovely emerald.  It kinda matches my eyes!  Believe me I am happy every day that I picked Mom & The Dad - I get spoiled rotten and loved o so very much.]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Happy Father's Day</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/985224/diary/Some_thoughts_from_a_kittys_perspective/678027</link>

				<pubdate>Sun, 20 Jun 2010 09:19:10 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Tigger ~ writing at catster.com</author>
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		<description>Since Maizy is walking around with her head in the clouds, I want to wish all The Dad's a happy Fath ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Since Maizy is walking around with her head in the clouds, I want to wish all The Dad's a happy Father's Day. Whether you have human kids, furry kids or both - remember you are special! I already gave The Dad my gift - I sat on the chair next to him on the porch and gave him my extra cute meow, and let him scritch my tummy. He seems quite pleased with his gift.
 On another note, Mom got us a furminator the other day, and I actually kinda like it. I don't like the slicker brush, but this one feels good, and wow Mom says she could prob make a pair of mittens out of the fur from me! Have a wonderful day all you Dads!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>oops</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/985224/diary/Some_thoughts_from_a_kittys_perspective/677376</link>

				<pubdate>Tue, 15 Jun 2010 11:58:52 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Tigger ~ writing at catster.com</author>
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		<description>I meant to type Go HAWKS in my last entry! I guess my paw was sore from the blood test... and also I ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ I meant to type Go HAWKS in my last entry! I guess my paw was sore from the blood test... and also I tore right though the new cloth carrier Mom got, so I had to ride in the plastic one again. I guess I did not know the strength of my manly cat paws! But I was so good at the vet that I got some sardine in aspic food (Mom saves that only for special times) and I got to wander around in the yard on my leash while Mom planted a flower by the fountain.  I meowed at the birds to come down & play, but for some reason they don't wanna. It is supposed to rain AGAIN today (although we did not get near the rain that everyone has been flooded so bad had gotten) and it is rather a sleepy day. Both me & Maizy were still dozing at 7 this morning when Mom got up. She said "hey you lazy bones how come you don't sleep like this on Saturdays?" hehe our little secret!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>vet checkup</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/985224/diary/Some_thoughts_from_a_kittys_perspective/677195</link>

				<pubdate>Mon, 14 Jun 2010 12:00:38 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Tigger ~ writing at catster.com</author>
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		<description>We went for our 6 month check up today &amp; we are doing good! I had my blood pressure checked and they ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ We went for our 6 month check up today & we are doing good! I had my blood pressure checked and they said I am great! We have nice clean teeth & everything.  Momma was very happy.  So no doc visits til December.
GO HAWS!!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>tagged</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/985224/diary/Some_thoughts_from_a_kittys_perspective/677192</link>

				<pubdate>Mon, 14 Jun 2010 11:51:21 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Tigger ~ writing at catster.com</author>
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		<description>So Maizy sent me this so I could play too! Anyone reading either one of our diaries, consider yoursl ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ So Maizy sent me this so I could play too! Anyone reading either one of our diaries, consider yourslef tagged too!

1. What time do you go to to bed?
As soon as Mom says "time to go nite nite" I fly to get on the bed before Maizy does.

2. What is your favorite gift you have recieved and why?
prob the big bag of furry mousies I got. I love to bite their tails & eyes off.

3. Whats your favourite way to wake up and whats the first thing you do?
Lots of times, I am still snoozing on the bed when Mom wakes up, so she will pet me & give me a kiss to wake up. But if I am hungry or want to go on the porch, I will pretty much stand in the room and scream till she gets up.

4.What would you call yourself if you could choose your own name?
Happy

5. What was the last thing you ate that you really shouldnt of ?
Those of you that know my stories..it was MOTHRA

6.What are you afraid of?
not much - only when Mom turns the water faucet on

7.Do you have brothers and sisters?
Maizy is my big sis, and some times she can be nice to me & plays with me

8.What is your motto in life?
I love my Mom

9. Would you like to be famous? Why or why not?
no cuz you don't know who your real friends are & I have lots of nice friends on Catster

10. What cartoon or comic book character best describes you?
TIGGER - I am bouncy trouncy fun fun fun!

11. What super-power would you most like to have, and why?
to be like spiderman so I could climb on the roof of the house

12. If you could play sports, what you you play and why?
track I love to run!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>summer!</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/985224/diary/Some_thoughts_from_a_kittys_perspective/675167</link>

				<pubdate>Wed, 2 Jun 2010 13:32:01 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Tigger ~ writing at catster.com</author>
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		<description>Well, yesterday was Maizy's birthday. For some reason she kept thinking it was bird day. Goes to sho ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Well, yesterday was Maizy's birthday. For some reason she kept thinking it was bird day. Goes to show how well she listens to Mom...it was her birthday, and she is now 5 years old.  We each got a new soft carrier that Mom can use a shoulder strap (although I am not a little boy, so I think it would hurt) or handles, but they seem pretty cool, and not quite so scary as the hard one that looks like a cave. We will be testing them out this month, as it is our 6 month checkups.  Mom takes us every six months to make sure we are healthy. yick...vet...But at least I don't need any shots or anything, and she usually buys me a toy when we go, so not all bad I guess. We were away from Catster for a few days, Mom has been busy making the yard all pretty, and boy there are lots of changes. BUt it is really neat that we got free gifts to give. That is way cool too.  Happy summer everyone!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>sad day</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/985224/diary/Some_thoughts_from_a_kittys_perspective/672604</link>

				<pubdate>Wed, 19 May 2010 12:54:49 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Tigger ~ writing at catster.com</author>
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		<description>Well after we had such a good day at our house, we read the sad news about poor Mango cat.  Mom was  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Well after we had such a good day at our house, we read the sad news about poor Mango cat.  Mom was crying she felt so very bad for her. That little kitty went through so much, and kept on purring. At least she is now pain free & having fun at the bridge with all of the other fur angels. We just sincerely hope that justice will be served, and the person responsible will be penalized for their acts.  

On a little lighter note, Maizy is still floating around here (rolls eyes) that she was cat of the day yesterday.  But it is ok, she deserves it - she had a hard start too, and last year was she was so scared when we went to stay at Nana's house while Mom & The Dad varnished the kitchen floor - that she climbed inside & got stuck in Nana's fold out couch.  Boy -that was some excitement. I had fun at Nana's, but I guess since I was an outside cat for a few months, I don't let anything scare me.  Well, the sun is finally out today, so that means I am off to nap on the screen porch in the sun on... ahem my chair (The Dad actually thinks it is his) ha! meows - The Tiggman]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Wowy Meows!</title>
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				<pubdate>Tue, 18 May 2010 08:28:18 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Tigger ~ writing at catster.com</author>
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		<description>Pretty neat, my sister Maizy is cat of the day today! She is very excited, and she actually played c ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Pretty neat, my sister Maizy is cat of the day today! She is very excited, and she actually played chase with me a little this morning.  Mom says it made her day too. So thank you to whoever decided that stuff!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>It's my Birthday!</title>
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				<pubdate>Sun, 2 May 2010 17:24:35 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Tigger ~ writing at catster.com</author>
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		<description>Wow Mom says it is hard to believe that I am two years old already!  We are not for sure exactly wha ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Wow Mom says it is hard to believe that I am two years old already!  We are not for sure exactly what day I was born, but Mom said we would celebrate the whole weekend!  Mom told me how glad she was that I ran to her that morning from under the truck, and how much she loves me forever, and that I am her baby boy.  It was great -I snuggled with Momma on the bed in the morning both days, and  I hung out on the screen porch all day.  I got some extra turkey last nite, and Mom says she has some chicken for me today!  And she ordered me some more furry mousies with the rattle in them.  Even Maizy wasn't mean to me today.  I am one happy kitty!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>ahhh finally</title>
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				<pubdate>Thu, 29 Apr 2010 14:00:34 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Tigger ~ writing at catster.com</author>
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		<description>Mom &amp; The Dad finished putting the screens up on Tuesday night. Mom says it was pretty cold &amp; her to ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Mom & The Dad finished putting the screens up on Tuesday night. Mom says it was pretty cold & her toes & fingers were frozen, but they finished just for me cuz they love me! Of course I was out there supervising. The screens are nicer than the aluminum ones. They are a pet-tuff screen, a heavy black plastic over some kind of white fiber.  Mom says they sort of remind her of plastic canvas but finer & flexible. I don't care I just know I have been out side almost non stop. And you can see really good out of these too!   HOORAY!!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Evil Mothra</title>
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				<pubdate>Tue, 27 Apr 2010 14:19:33 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Tigger ~ writing at catster.com</author>
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		<description>I was outside on my leash with Mom Friday evening- (The Dad got a couple screens put up, but it has  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ I was outside on my leash with Mom Friday evening- (The Dad got a couple screens put up, but it has been raining ..Hiss! so he could not finish..maybe today)  So anyways, we were coming back in and this huge moth was by MY back door.  Now, I have snarfed the tiny ones up, so this one must be tasty right? NO WAY, All I did was take a little taste, and blech ick yuck, it tasted so bad, I mean really bad. I shot backwards, and I started to gag, and spit, and shake my head.  Mom picked me up and saw that I had foam coming from my mouth!  She was very worried, and ran with me to the bathroom. She washed my face off, and helped me to rinse my mouth out.  It tasted so bad.....I was a little sick to my tummy, but after a while, I was ok, and ate my wet food.  Mom of course, was hovering around me waiting for me to...I dunno turn green or break out in purple spots or something. I guess she worried because of my heart condition, that I would get sick.  I am fine though. 
But word to the wise my fellow kitties - DO NOT eat an Isabella Tiger moth.  They are very common in Illinois, and they are YUCK-O.]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Let me ooouuuuuttt!</title>
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				<pubdate>Thu, 22 Apr 2010 15:45:07 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Tigger ~ writing at catster.com</author>
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		<description>OK - I am going stir crazy! The Dad decided to paint the screened porch &amp; replace the screens with s ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ OK - I am going stir crazy! The Dad decided to paint the screened porch & replace the screens with some kind of pet sturdy screens, because some of the kitties that have come by to visit ripped up the screen, and in a few spots, I got a little excited going after a moth or bug and made a few holes.  He started it onTuesday afternoon, and did some painting yesterday.  He says if it is warm enough tomorrow, he will start to put the new screen up.  I HAVE NOT BEEN OUT THERE SINCE TUESDAY!!!! grrrrroooowl! Mom took me out for a walk on my harness Tuesday afternoon, and last night (boy it is really scary outside at night!)  But I like to sit on the ledges, and on my chair & soak up the sun, and look at the birdies & the stupid squirrels.   I hope it gets warm, because I do not know how much more this kitty can take! Mom even opened the window up & froze in her office, so I could get some air, but it is not the same.   I keep crying to go out, but it doesn't seem to help.   Sigh.....keeping my paws crossed for Friday!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Poor Maizy</title>
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				<pubdate>Fri, 16 Apr 2010 09:03:16 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Tigger ~ writing at catster.com</author>
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		<description>Well, there is something weird going on with my sister Maizy.  She has been acting very strange arou ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Well, there is something weird going on with my sister Maizy.  She has been acting very strange around the house. Slinking and stuff.  I mean she has done that to sneak up on me a few times, but she is doing it walking to the food dish in the front room, and in the hallway and stuff.  She hasn't told me what is wrong, but then again she really only talks to me once in a while.  Usually she hisses or growls at me when I just walk by. Man she is so crabby.  I just wanna have fun all the time, and like my namesake, I am very bouncy & trouncy & definitely fun fun fun! I guess I might bounce around and on top of her a little too much sometimes, so that is probably why she hollers at me.  Sometimes she will play chase with me - that is fun. It has been really nice out the past few days, and Mom and my human big brother cleaned up the screened porch, and Mom even got the stinky wee I made out of the cement. So it smells nice out there. They fixed the table & chairs, and my human brother had some of his friends over for a bbq.  They were all nice to me & petted me when I came out to say "what's up?"  So I can sit on the nice chair cushion & look out the windows.  Mom even put a little bird bath/fountain out so that the birds would hopefully stay out of her big ol rock fountain/pond. She said she was tired of cleaning bird poopies out of there, and it is deep enough that she has had to rescue a few birds that fell into the pond part.  So far, they seem to like their personal fountain, and it is close enough so I can look at them drinking & fluttering around.  Hopefully Mom can figure out this weekend what is making Maizy so upset, then maybe she won't grumble at me quite so much.]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Seeing double</title>
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				<pubdate>Wed, 31 Mar 2010 18:23:17 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Tigger ~ writing at catster.com</author>
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		<description>Since it is so very nice out, I was hanging out on the screened porch, and what did I see? But a cat ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Since it is so very nice out, I was hanging out on the screened porch, and what did I see? But a cat in the backyard that could be my twin! Mom wonders if he is from the same litter I was.  We don't know if orangey tabbies run in litters or not.  It is kind of sad, he is so scruffy & his fur is all beat-up tomcat.  He does not look skinny - actually the other two ferals that hang around  too do not look skinny either. When we called to him he ran away, but Mom is just not sure if she should start to put more food out or not.  The thing that worries her, is that if they keep coming in the yard looking for food, that I might catch something when I go for a stroll on my leash in the yard.  And with my heart condition, I sure don't need to get sick.    Boy, I sure am lucky, cuz I get to go back inside and get tasty food and crunchy treats and toys & lovey time.  My fur is all shiny & soft & clean.  Best of all is that I have a family that loves me lots. And I know Maizy does too even if she hisses at me.  She is all bluff anyways, and I am bigger than her.  Although when I was at the doctor all day a few weeks ago, she was nice to me when I came home.  I sure wish that all the kitties had homes, and boy I am so very glad that when Mom called out to me that day, I went running  to her & found my forever home!   Purrs, The Tigman]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>spring!</title>
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				<pubdate>Tue, 23 Mar 2010 15:43:21 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Tigger ~ writing at catster.com</author>
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		<description>Finally it is getting warmer!  Mom even put a litter box out on the screened porch since I do not li ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Finally it is getting warmer!  Mom even put a litter box out on the screened porch since I do not like to come inside to go, and I had a couple accidents out there.  Anyways, there are lots more birds out, and I got to go for a walk already! Oh it was so nice to dig in the dirt on the side of the house.  Our dirt has alot of sand in it so it never really freezes and I dug a pretty big hole & "marked" MY PROPERTY for the other cats that come around.  We haven't seen a few of them lately, and we hope that nothing bad happened to them.  We put food out by the alleyway, to try & help them.  Mom got me some cat grass seeds, and she has them in a pot, so I can't wait - I love my salad!   HAPPY SPRING TO ALL!!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>whew glad that is over!</title>
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				<pubdate>Fri, 26 Feb 2010 11:37:52 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Tigger ~ writing at catster.com</author>
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		<description>Thank goodness that my vet visit is over! I could not have anything to eat or drink from 10pm Wednes ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Thank goodness that my vet visit is over! I could not have anything to eat or drink from 10pm Wednesday night, and had to go into the vet's at 8:15 in the morning.  They took me away in my carrier! Away from my Mom! It was pretty scary, but the people were very nice. Until they decided to check my behind glands & squish them. THAT WAS NOT FUN.  Doctor told Mom to try & give me some fiber & that might help so they do not have to express them again.  When the doctor brought me out in my carrier & set it on the counter, my back was turned, it was too scary to look out. But them Mom started to talk to me & call me with her special Tiggy name, and I turned right around & meowd "get me outa here!" At least I did not have to stay very long - I was home by 1pm.  Even Maizy was pretty nice to me last night!  I was so very tired, I slept & slept - I was even too tired to eat, until Mom brought out the wet food...mmmmm tasty.  But at least I do not have to have another ultrasound for a whole year because my heart hasn't really changed.  I am so happy about that & Mom was crying too she was so happy.  Thank you to all my buds that purred for me, I appreciate it!! Meows, Tig]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>paper towels rule</title>
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				<pubdate>Sat, 20 Feb 2010 13:28:14 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Tigger ~ writing at catster.com</author>
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		<description>I have to come clean on another addiction - paper towels.  I cannot help myself - if there is a roll ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ I have to come clean on another addiction - paper towels.  I cannot help myself - if there is a roll within my grabbing distance, it is TOAST.  They are so grabby & you can kick them good with your back feet, and shred...oh I am an excellent shredder.  I was on the screen porch, and with the clear plastic over the screens, it got pretty warm in there cuz it was sunny and I wanted to stay out for a long time.  Well, Mom made the mistake of leaving a roll of towells on the patio table, and well.....let's just say that when she opened the door to let me in, I left her a pretty pile of snowflakes & confetti. And of course, I was sitting in the middle of all of it with "the face". MOL how could she be mad at that right? I cheered her up!  So it gets better. The Dad took the roll (what was left of it) & set it in the basement to use for scrap wiping up since it was rather swiss cheesy looking. I decided that at 5am, I would bring that roll upstairs & finish it off right next to Mom's bed.  I woke her to the soothing sounds of paper ripping instead of the stupid buzzy alarm clockie thing she uses.  (I am so considerate, Maizy just does not get it).  The best thing is that even though I made a mess, it seemed to cheer her up some more.  hmmmmm what can I do next?]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>kinda sad</title>
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				<pubdate>Thu, 18 Feb 2010 13:30:08 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Tigger ~ writing at catster.com</author>
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		<description>Things have been kinda sad around here. My Mom's aunt has the &quot;c&quot; word.  Mom has been pretty upset a ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Things have been kinda sad around here. My Mom's aunt has the "c" word.  Mom has been pretty upset and me & Maizy have been trying to do our best cute faces & I made sure to give Mom extra kneads in the morning.  I wish I could just bite & claw this thing that makes her sad, but I can't. She says that aunty will fight but we don't know too much yet until next week, but I just feel helpless.]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Am I old?</title>
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				<pubdate>Mon, 8 Feb 2010 12:43:43 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Tigger ~ writing at catster.com</author>
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		<description>ok I found.....a black whisker!.... All of mine are white to go with my white muzzle.  I see Mom loo ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ ok I found.....a black whisker!.... All of mine are white to go with my white muzzle.  I see Mom looking inthe mirror & complaining about gray hairs and getting old, so I wonder if that means I am getting old? I don't even have my 2nd birthday yet for a couple months.  hmm maybe they are handsome mancat whiskers? That I could believe because Mom tells me all the time that I am her handsome cute boy.  Yes that's what I think.  I shall have to use extra care when grooming it so it stays nice & shiny. Whew that was close!  Off to watch for the snow that is coming. We are to get about a foot - not nearly as bad as the poor people to the East that got bombarded with snow taller than most cats I know! I feel bad for them, it must be hard to shovel that much. The Dad is always huffing here when we have some to shovel I cannot imagine that much!  Meows to all... Mr Tigger with the mancat whisker]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>uh oh</title>
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				<pubdate>Mon, 1 Feb 2010 12:50:40 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Tigger ~ writing at catster.com</author>
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		<description>Now I've done it...I am in trouuuble.  Is it my fault that all the good birds sit in front of the bi ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Now I've done it...I am in trouuuble.  Is it my fault that all the good birds sit in front of the big picture window?  I just don't know how Maizy does it, she can just flip the blinds out with her paw & slink behind them when they are closed.  I try, really I do, but it is just so much easier to smash my head through them.  Ok so I know I broke the last ones all up & Mom just put the brand new ones up at Thanksgiving, but what are they not catproof?  And it is completely beside the point that I am trying to look out when it is dark and the birds are sleeping. OK and I know she leaves the small side window blind open, but it"S NOT THE SAME.  Well, I broke not one but three slats...gulp.  Mom was not happy.  So...I gave her "the look" you kitties know what that is...."oo I love you, I am so very cute, I didn't really mean to do whatever I did, here I am purring, you know you wanna pet me, did I mention I love you?" look. Of COURSE it worked, and I overheard her telling Dad she was gonna get curtains that won't snag instead so I can look out.  yippee chalk one up for the Tigster!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>A thought regarding home</title>
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				<pubdate>Fri, 29 Jan 2010 08:31:04 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Tigger ~ writing at catster.com</author>
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		<description>Thought I would give a try at this writing thing.  Been thinking about how good it feels to be loved ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Thought I would give a try at this writing thing.  Been thinking about how good it feels to be loved, and how good it feels to show that love to my favorite people.  Today for no reason at all, I went up to Mom who was working, and jumped on her lap. She stopped working, and we had a few minutes of lovey time. I kneaded at her shoulder on her soft pink sweater, and she rubbed down my back and called me her baby.  The more I kneaded, the more she laughed, and the louder I purred.  So I decided to change my motto today. To purr is good, and home is a wonderful thing. I realize that when I sit on the screened porch and visit with the feral cats that come by to meow at me.  We try to put some food out for them, but they are too scared to stay when there is a human around.  I am lucky, I get to go back inside the warm house & knead on the fuzzy robe, or on one of my human family.  Ah life is good.]]></content:encoded>
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