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<title>Monida's musings</title>
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<description>Catster diary for the cat Monida</description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 22 May 2013 10:17:00 PDT</pubDate>
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		<title>Thank you friends, and bad, bad mom!</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/821858</link>

				<pubdate>Mon, 1 Apr 2013 21:49:37 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Monida ~ writing at catster.com</author>
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		<description>Thank you all so much for celebrating my gotcha day with me! I'm so glad to have you all, as my mom  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Thank you all so much for celebrating my gotcha day with me! I'm so glad to have you all, as my mom completely forgot about the day! Can you believe it?!?! When she woke to see all the rosies, she couldn't figure out what was going on. Humph. So thank you everyone!!

And thanks to everyone who sent Easter eggs! I hope you all had a nice holiday. Sorry we haven't been around too much, mom has just been so busy. But we try to stop by at least once a day and check in with our friends.

Hope everyone is having a wonderful spring!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Coolest toy EVER!</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/818662</link>

				<pubdate>Mon, 4 Mar 2013 23:13:30 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Monida ~ writing at catster.com</author>
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		<description>Oh my cats guys!

I have the coolest new toy ever!! Mom used the zoom groom on me (yay! I love the ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Oh my cats guys!

I have the coolest new toy ever!! Mom used the zoom groom on me (yay! I love the zoom groom!) and then rolled my fur into a disk. Then she tossed it in the air, and the games were on!

I grabbed that ball and ran to the bedroom with it, so mom tossed it again, and I chased it, lowered my ears and POUNCED on it! Then I ran and took it to my water dish.

Mom kept tossing it and I kept leaping and chasing until I couldn't move any more. Whew! Mom says I have never played with any toy like I did tonight. She's hoping I'll keep it up, so I can lose some of these winter pounds. :)

Hope everyone is well!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Hi!</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/814573</link>

				<pubdate>Fri, 1 Feb 2013 22:51:57 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Monida ~ writing at catster.com</author>
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		<description>Hi guys! Just checking in to see how everyone is doing!

How is your winter going? I haven't been  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hi guys! Just checking in to see how everyone is doing!

How is your winter going? I haven't been doing too much, just stalking that stray cat that hangs around and trying to stay warm. 

Hope everyone is well!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>PARTY!</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/812971</link>

				<pubdate>Fri, 18 Jan 2013 23:35:36 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Monida ~ writing at catster.com</author>
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		<description>Hi friends!

My new friends in the Brusselball group are having a Whatever Party all weekend! http ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hi friends!

My new friends in the Brusselball group are having a Whatever Party all weekend! http://www.catster.com/group/Brusselball-10047

I just joined this group a few weeks ago, and they are pawsome! You all should come join in the fun - the party lasts all weekend, so just come and go as you please. I stopped by for a minute tonight, and there was a ton of food and toys! 

You aren't going to want to miss it!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Spare a purr?</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/811902</link>

				<pubdate>Thu, 10 Jan 2013 00:43:26 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Monida ~ writing at catster.com</author>
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		<description>So you guys know how there's a stray kitty around here who mom has been feeding? Well, she was wonde ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ So you guys know how there's a stray kitty around here who mom has been feeding? Well, she was wondering if you could spare a purr for her. See, we're supposed to get a giant snowstorm tonight and the temperatures are supposed to plummet to below zero. Mom's tried to get closer to her, but she just runs away. :( 

Mom's very worried about what will happen during the storm. She keeps hoping the kitty does have a home. The kitty comes and visits the same time every night looking for food. She doesn't look too skinny, so maybe she just lives outside sometimes ... We hope so.


Speaking of the stray kitty, guess what I did? I chased that stray kitty all through the parking lot. Oh, mom was so mad at me. I squeezed out the door and took off! I knew that cat was out there! Mom thought she had lost me. But luckily the cat must of hid under a parked car, and I stood halfway under it, so mom was able to grab me. She was not pleased at all. I told her I was just protecting my territory.]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Who the heck is that?!</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/809549</link>

				<pubdate>Sat, 22 Dec 2012 00:55:48 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Monida ~ writing at catster.com</author>
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		<description>Oh, my friends! Have I got a story for you!

So you know how before Thanksgiving, my tail was hurt ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Oh, my friends! Have I got a story for you!

So you know how before Thanksgiving, my tail was hurting? Well, mom figured out what probably happened. A few days later, she heard a commotion in the kitchen. She ran out to find me huffing like a bull about to charge and slamming my tail against the kitchen window. Well, she looked out and what did she see? ANOTHER KITTY! Just sitting on the steps at eye level with me.

Well, she left me for a few days and when she got home last night, I ran outside to eat some grass like I always do. She was watching me when all of a sudden I poofed WAY up and side-hopped over to the bushes and then she heard the cat fight. She broke it up, but I was pretty pleased at myself for defending my territory.

Anyway, tonight she was feeling bad for the kitty so she put down some food outside. Not 10 minutes later, it was gone. So she put down some more. When she got back, it was gone again. She is hoping the kitty has a home, but she's beginning to doubt it. It makes her sad because right now it's only 14 degrees out, and it's only going to get much, much, much colder. 

She seems to have some grand plans of getting the kitty inside, but don't worry, I won't let that happen! I am brave!! 

(P.S. from mom: Even if I do get the kitty inside, I don't know that I would keep it. But the poor thing really shouldn't be outside in such cold weather. :( It makes me so sad.)]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>So sad. :(</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/808165</link>

				<pubdate>Mon, 10 Dec 2012 12:13:25 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Monida ~ writing at catster.com</author>
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		<description>My pal Burt, http://www.catster.com/cats/1271600, of Tig and Cali's family has gone to the bridge. H ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ My pal Burt, http://www.catster.com/cats/1271600, of Tig and Cali's family has gone to the bridge. He was just a little kitty, but he taught us all so much about love. 

Fly free Burt. We love you!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Fridge jumping, Part II</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/806572</link>

				<pubdate>Tue, 27 Nov 2012 17:18:50 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Monida ~ writing at catster.com</author>
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		<description>I told mom she needed to be clearer about what she meant when I jump on top of the fridge. 

Norma ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ I told mom she needed to be clearer about what she meant when I jump on top of the fridge. 

Normally she wouldn't care that I'm up there, but if you check out my new photo, you can see that I'm jumping across the kitchen. :) It's pretty awesome. And totally safe, I swear!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Howdy, howdy!</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/806454</link>

				<pubdate>Tue, 27 Nov 2012 00:18:28 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Monida ~ writing at catster.com</author>
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		<description>Hi friends!

I sure hope everyone had a wonderful Thanksgiving! I went to my grandma and grandpa's ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hi friends!

I sure hope everyone had a wonderful Thanksgiving! I went to my grandma and grandpa's house, and minus being terrorized by a dog, it was great! Right before I left, though, I decided to scare my mom by dragging my tail. Yup. I wouldn't lift it at all. So she hurried and got me in to the vet right before we were set to hit the road. The vet wasn't sure what was wrong, so we decided to wait and watch it, and of course it was just fine by the time I got to my grandparents' house. Hahaha mom! 

Mom also ruined my fun. :( I made the mistake of jumping from the counter to the top of the fridge (a good 5, 6-foot jump across a huge gap!) while she was watching. She seems to think I'll hurt myself. Pshaw. Although she was able to finally figure out why the picture next to the fridge was messed up one day.

Anyway, that's all I've got for now. I know I've missed some of my friends' important and special days, and I'm very sorry. Mom is still crazy-busy at work, but she's trying to get her schedule down so that I can spend more time here playing.

Take care everyone!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>OMC DDP!</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/802701</link>

				<pubdate>Thu, 25 Oct 2012 22:33:01 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Monida ~ writing at catster.com</author>
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		<description>Oh my goodness! I was DDP twice in a row! I just can't believe it!! Thank you so much everyone for t ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Oh my goodness! I was DDP twice in a row! I just can't believe it!! Thank you so much everyone for the wonderful comments, pawmails and presents. You guys are just the super-duper bestest!

I won't be around much for a few days because my mom seems to think she can take a long weekend to celebrate her birthday and even leave me behind. What the heck?! That is NOT acceptable. 

Oh - I should give you all an update! Ever since Mom got the calming, I seem to be doing a little better. I still scream at night and in the morning, but I quiet down after she puts the collar on. She's not sure if it's the smell, or if I just don't like to have it on so I stop screaming. Either way it works. But that stupid squirrel is still taunting me. Mom said she was almost tempted to let me at it. She didn't though. :(

I hope you all are having a fantastic week! Are you doing anything fun for Halloween?]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Part II</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/801955</link>

				<pubdate>Fri, 19 Oct 2012 22:09:07 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Monida ~ writing at catster.com</author>
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		<description>Howdy friends. Sorry I had a bit of a freakout this morning. Sleep deprivation will do that to you.  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Howdy friends. Sorry I had a bit of a freakout this morning. Sleep deprivation will do that to you. I want to say thank you for all your comments and suggestions. 

I thought I'd mention some of the details about the meowing.

I really think it's over her wanting to go outside. It's mostly at night and in the very early morning. She sits either by the door or in the window and yells, and yells and yells. She does sit in the window by the door, stares outside, even though that's the window with the least amount of scenery, so I have no idea what she's looking at! 

She is fixed.

And I think you guys are right, she probably needs a friend. Unfortunately, I'm not at a point I can do that. 

She also do need to go to the vet. I'll try to get her in early next week. 

I'll try to get some video of her too. 

Thanks guys - you don't know how much it means to me that you all care so much. Thank you!!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>At my wit's end</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/801881</link>

				<pubdate>Fri, 19 Oct 2012 06:50:24 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Monida ~ writing at catster.com</author>
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		<description>I cannot take this constant meowing anymore! I am losing my mind. Monida is screaming at the top of  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ I cannot take this constant meowing anymore! I am losing my mind. Monida is screaming at the top of her lungs until she's making herself sick. I can't handle it. The calming collar is supposed to be here tomorrow or so, and I'm desperately hoping it will work because I'm quickly running out of ideas and options. 

Ok. Just a rant from a sleep-deprived, extremely stressed cat mom.]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Note from mom</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/801428</link>

				<pubdate>Mon, 15 Oct 2012 17:41:56 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Monida ~ writing at catster.com</author>
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		<description>Guys - I need some advice.

Monida has started meowing and yelling nonstop. I can't take much more ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Guys - I need some advice.

Monida has started meowing and yelling nonstop. I can't take much more of it. It starts around 6:30 a.m. and continues all day and night. It's only a matter of time before my neighbors start to complain - if they haven't already. It's crazy ridiculous hard to find a place that accepts cats, in fact, I think the complex I live in now has stopped accepting pets. I can't get kicked out.

I don't know what to do. I've tried ignoring her. I've tried spraying her with water. I've put her in time out, nothing helps.

Does anyone have any advice? She is due for a vet checkup soon, but I really doubt it's medical. I think she just wants to go outside.

Please help.

(a very stressed out mom)]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>It's my birthday!</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/800428</link>

				<pubdate>Sun, 7 Oct 2012 12:41:16 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Monida ~ writing at catster.com</author>
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		<description>Whoa! It's my birthday today, and mom almost forgot! Luckily I have all of my pawsome friends! 

T ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Whoa! It's my birthday today, and mom almost forgot! Luckily I have all of my pawsome friends! 

Thanks for all the good wishes and presents! I can't believe I'm 4. That means I've lived with mom for 3 1/2 years. Hard to believe. 

I'm still really enjoying my new abode. In fact, I've been really surprising mom - I've been acting more like a cat! I like to lay in the sun (I've never done that before!), and I play with my toys and chirp at the squirrels.

Oh!! Speaking of squirrels! There is a MEAN squirrel who sits outside my window and taunts me. He stares at me and flicks his tail. Ooohhh. I'll have the last laugh, Mr. Squirrel!!

Well, I'm going to go cheer on my Packers, but I'll be back before too long! 

Have a great weekend everyone!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Request for a few purrs</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/794274</link>

				<pubdate>Thu, 23 Aug 2012 07:14:59 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Monida ~ writing at catster.com</author>
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		<description>Hi friends! 

I was wondering if I could ask for some purrs for a few friends of mine. 

I was s ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hi friends! 

I was wondering if I could ask for some purrs for a few friends of mine. 

I was sad to learn this morning that my pal <a  class=bodyTextRev target=site href="http://www.catster.com/cats/672428">Moses</a>' dad unexpectedly left for the Rainbow Bridge. He fought in Iraq, and was a good cat dad. Could you maybe stop by and send your purrs?

My friend <a  class=bodyTextRev target=site href="http://www.catster.com/cats/318399">Colleen</a> is battling a lump in her jaw. :( She's taking medicine for it in hopes that it's an infection. Please help me purr that it's not that dreaded c word.

And my pal <a  class=bodyTextRev target=site href="http://www.catster.com/cats/1172687">Natalie</a> is battling her tail. She is getting new medicine, so I hope that will help her!

----

Mom and I are sorry that we still haven't been around too much. We do stop by and check in every day, but we haven't had too much time to comment or write diaries. Mom is way busier than she thought she would be. Hopefully things will settle down when she finally gets used to her job. 

I'm doing good! Mom let me go outside in the courtyard a few weeks ago, and now I like to sit at the door and scream for hours for her to let me outside. She says I'm going to get us evicted. I've also managed to dash past her through the front door, and instead of just rolling on the ground like at our old place, I run to chase squirrels and bunnies. She's taken to spraying vinegar around the door when she leaves so I don't run out. What the heck, mom?!

And I still want to do a photo contest, but it might have to wait a little while longer. But we haven't forgotten.

Talk to you soon, kitty friends!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Back for real!</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/791401</link>

				<pubdate>Thu, 2 Aug 2012 00:37:01 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Monida ~ writing at catster.com</author>
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		<description>WHOOHO! Mom finally got our wireless hooked up, which means she can type for me and not have to sit  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ WHOOHO! Mom finally got our wireless hooked up, which means she can type for me and not have to sit at an awkward angle on the floor, which was killing her back. So we should be back for real now! 

Thanks everyone for the delicious cake!! I've been eating it while watching the Oh!Lympics. Have you all been watching? What's your favorite event.

We're so excited to be back! We've missed you all so much!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Back! Sorta ...</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/790229</link>

				<pubdate>Tue, 24 Jul 2012 22:14:54 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Monida ~ writing at catster.com</author>
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		<description>Hi everyone! Well, we finally got Internet at home, so I can come play again! But it might be a litt ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hi everyone! Well, we finally got Internet at home, so I can come play again! But it might be a little while longer before we are back regularly. Mom's schedule is kinda up in the air for a bit, and we're both still trying to get settled.

But hopefully we'll be back soon. I sure do miss you all! Sorry if we've missed any special days. 

Take care all!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Monida moves</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/789392</link>

				<pubdate>Thu, 19 Jul 2012 05:23:45 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Monida ~ writing at catster.com</author>
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		<description>Hi everyone - Mo's mom here. This wasn't the first diary entry I was planning on writing after our m ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hi everyone - Mo's mom here. This wasn't the first diary entry I was planning on writing after our move, but here it is. 

So this morning Mo decided to explore under the bed when I heard a sick thump/cracking noise. I have no idea what it was - but I'm kinda assuming Mo hit her head on the bed frame. She seems ok - but it was a scary noise. Her pupils are the same, and she drank some water and isn't vomiting. 

Then the new place smells a little like new paint and varnish, and everything is sticky with I don't know what. So I've been wiping everything down with clorax wipes. 

Anyway, I know I'm probably being way paranoid and over worried, but can you all just purr a small purr that Mo will be ok here? I have to leave her for a day and night tomorrow and I'm so worried about her. (I tend to stress - a lot!)

Thanks friends. Sorry to bother you, but you're all so wonderful and helpful. I'll write more of our adventure later!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Some like it hot</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/788050</link>

				<pubdate>Sun, 8 Jul 2012 19:39:52 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Monida ~ writing at catster.com</author>
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		<description>Some like it hot - I am not one of those! It's sooo hot here kitties. :( It's not as hot as other pl ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Some like it hot - I am not one of those! It's sooo hot here kitties. :( It's not as hot as other places, but I'm not used to this 90-degree temps. To make things worse, our apartment has only west and east facing windows. Mom says that I might have to go to the kitty spa this week as it's supposed to get into the upper 90s and mom is worried about me being in such heat. 

Stay cool kitties!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>It's a celebration!</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/787806</link>

				<pubdate>Sat, 7 Jul 2012 06:38:25 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Monida ~ writing at catster.com</author>
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		<description>Hi all!

Man, I think I need to get my mom one of those Calming Collars! She is stressing out abou ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hi all!

Man, I think I need to get my mom one of those Calming Collars! She is stressing out about the move. So to help her destress, celebrate the move and spend some time with our friends, we're throwing a party!

It's going to be held in my <a  class=bodyTextRev target=site href="http://www.catster.com/group/Catster_fun_time-17898">Catster Fun Time</a> group, and there will be plenty of food, music, and fun! We were going to start it tomorrow morning, but let's make it a weekend thing! We probably won't be in much today, but we'll be around on and off tomorrow. Mom's also sitting on dogs until tomorrow, so she's been busy with that.

So please stop by and hang out - I'd love to see you all there!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Moving on!</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/787202</link>

				<pubdate>Tue, 3 Jul 2012 12:01:34 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Monida ~ writing at catster.com</author>
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		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/787202</guid>
		<description>Well, now that my mom has spilled the news to all her friends, I finally get to tell all my friends! ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Well, now that my mom has spilled the news to all her friends, I finally get to tell all my friends! 

I'm moving!

My mom got a new job and we're moving to Montana. Now, I've only ever lived in Idaho and even though I've visited Montana, I'm still a little nervous. But my pals Gunnie and Peekie say that I'll like being a Big Sky kitty. But they also say there's bears and fires there - that sounds kinda scary! Mom assures me we'll be safe though.

I'm still planning on having a party Sunday - I'll finalize details Thursday or Friday. But after Sunday we probably won't be here too often for a little bit while we pack and move and lose our Internet for awhile. So don't worry if you don't see us around. We'll be back as soon as we can!

That's all for today - talk to you kitties soon!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Stay tuned for big news!</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/786997</link>

				<pubdate>Mon, 2 Jul 2012 09:26:40 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Monida ~ writing at catster.com</author>
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		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/786997</guid>
		<description>Guess what friends! I have big news! But I can't tell you right now. :) But soon, very soon!

And  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Guess what friends! I have big news! But I can't tell you right now. :) But soon, very soon!

And to celebrate my news, and the anniversary (a little late) of my group Catster Fun Time, I'm going to be throwing a party! Probably on Sunday. I hope you can all make it! It's going to be a blast!

I'll be back ...]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Revenge is a dish best served ... wet</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/786779</link>

				<pubdate>Sat, 30 Jun 2012 23:12:25 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Monida ~ writing at catster.com</author>
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		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/786779</guid>
		<description>Hi friends! 

First we want to send our purrs to all the kitties affected by fire, flood and storm ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hi friends! 

First we want to send our purrs to all the kitties affected by fire, flood and storms. I sure hope everyone is ok!!

So, as you all know, it's been HOT. And our apartment doesn't have AC so it gets pretty miserable in our place. So the other night mom decided to try to cool me down by wetting my fur. Umm.. it may be hot mom, but I'm not that desperate! So I showed her! When she went to bed, I laid my wet self right on top of her. HAHAHA! Take that mom!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Back by popular demand</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/783810</link>

				<pubdate>Sun, 10 Jun 2012 00:41:15 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Monida ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/783810</guid>
		<description>So, awhile ago, there was a time in Catsterland where people were angry about something (I forget wh ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ So, awhile ago, there was a time in Catsterland where people were angry about something (I forget what) and many friends were leaving and unhappy. It was very similar to the atmosphere today. To help lighten the mood back then, I created <a  class=bodyTextRev target=site href="http://www.catster.com/group/Catster_fun_time-17898">Catster Fun Time</a>.

Well, it is time for me to bring it back! Please go and check it out. It's not active right now, but let's change that! Everyone is invited to come play games and hang out. Have a game idea? Please go right ahead and start it. This group is for everyone! 

Mom and I also decided that since there was no World's Coolest Contest this year, that we're going to hold a photo contest. We haven't worked out all the details, but it will be coming soon. In fact, if you have ideas for categories, please leave them in the comments below or Pmail us.

Come on, kitties! Let's play!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>A couple things</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/783738</link>

				<pubdate>Sat, 9 Jun 2012 14:13:09 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Monida ~ writing at catster.com</author>
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		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/783738</guid>
		<description>I only have a moment, but I just wanted to pass on a few things.

I am loving the letters you guys ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ I only have a moment, but I just wanted to pass on a few things.

I am loving the letters you guys are writing to HQ. They are well reasoned, articulate and well done. Kudos to you all! I will be writing mine tonight or tomorrow.

Please be sure you are sending them to HQ, and not just publishing them in your diary. I'm afraid they might be missed there.

Also, please be willing to give them time to respond. I know we're all upset now, but it is the weekend and we might not get responses immediately. Just something to keep in mind. 

It's nice to see Catsters coming together and working toward a goal. This is the spirit I remember and love!

Love you all!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Emergency press conference</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/783576</link>

				<pubdate>Fri, 8 Jun 2012 13:23:31 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Monida ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/783576</guid>
		<description>*Monida steps up to the podium and looks around at the group gathered. She taps the mic. &quot;Testing. T ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ *Monida steps up to the podium and looks around at the group gathered. She taps the mic. "Testing. Testing. Good"*

*Stamps paws*

Dear Ladies and Gentlecats. I'm sure it's no surprise as to why I've gathered you all here. I am a DDP today, and that means I should be out celebrating. But I'm not. In fact, today I'm very saddened and angry. 

Mom and I woke up this morning to read that the Tabbies of Trout Towne were leaving. This is unacceptable. Apparently bad stuff has been posted on the homepage. I never see the homepage, but mom did see the cat copter thing when a coworker forwarded it to her. She thought for sure it would never, ever be on Catster. But lo and behold ...

But let me get to my point. This is OUR site. And if we don't like what's happening to it, let's do something about it. Write HQ. Call HQ. Leave messages on their Facebook page. When a group bands together, our voices are heard. There's been countless examples of how social media is influencing companies. So let your voices be heard!! 

We're going to make this site fun again. That's my challenge to YOU. That means Tabbies, sorry, but you're not allowed to leave. Because if you did, this place would be overrun with BURDS! BURDS, Tabbies, BURDS!

And you know who else isn't allowed to leave? YOU. That's right, YOU! I know we all get busy sometimes, and that's OK. And if you need a break, by all means take it. But then come back. Because we have friends who need encouraging words, advice and a place to escape the troubles of the "real world." 

Go out and make some new friends. Join some new groups. Leave a message on someone's photo, and I can guarantee you'll bring a little bit of happiness to that kitty's family. And who knows, maybe you'll just have turned a horrible day into an OK one for them.

Thank you for your attention, today. I will now take any questions anyone may have, and afterward, I hope you will all join me for a niptini and some mousie snacks in the conference room.]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Snuggles and Sweat</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/782904</link>

				<pubdate>Sun, 3 Jun 2012 16:45:20 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Monida ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/782904</guid>
		<description>Hi friends!

Well, it seems every time mom promises me that I'll get some extra Catster time, thin ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hi friends!

Well, it seems every time mom promises me that I'll get some extra Catster time, things come up and I can't get her to type for me. Grr. Sorry about that! 

I got a rosie not too long ago from an anonymouse! I wonder who it was - thank you for the gift! 

I also want to say thanks to Buddy and Gunner and Peekie for the gifts they've given me, too! That is so nice of you guys!

Now, as some of you know, I like to sleep under the covers. I especially like to sleep under the covers all snuggled up against mom. Just because it's summer and the temperatures are climbing doesn't mean this changes. But for some reason, my mom doesn't want to snuggle with me under the covers when it's 85 in our apartment. :( I can't figure out why. It makes me sad, but mom says it makes her sweaty. Whatever mom.]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Purrs, purrs and more purrs!</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/780671</link>

				<pubdate>Fri, 18 May 2012 21:54:50 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Monida ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/780671</guid>
		<description>Hi friends - 

I've got full-strength purrs going for so many of our friends, and I was hoping you ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hi friends - 

I've got full-strength purrs going for so many of our friends, and I was hoping you might join me. 

A lot of you know Tigger's family - his dad has been helping take care of stray cats and is so wonderful to have adopted some of them. Well, one of his kitties, <a  class=bodyTextRev target=site href="http://www.catster.com/cats/1170652">Bent Ear</a>, has an obstructed bladder and is at the cat hospital. Can you please purr hard for him?

Then my friend <a  class=bodyTextRev target=site href="http://www.catster.com/cats/775503">Mouser</a> went to the bridge today. :( Maybe you could stop by and send him some purrs, too.

I've also hear that Midnight of Finney and Lacey's family and Blizz the Catfather have been ill. I haven't heard how they're doing, but I sure hope they're feeling better. Purrs to you guys too!!

Sending you all love and purrs. I hope everyone is doing well!

P.S. If you would like to contribute to Bent Ear's medical fund, you can do so at: <a  class=bodyTextRev target=site  onClick="alert(\'Catster Alert: You are about to visit an outside link that was submitted by this pet owner.\');" href="http://www.originalfundraisingwidget.com/live-donation-widgets/319/bent-ears-fund-for-stray-cats.html#.T7bdr1KrHc">Bent Ear Fund</a>.]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>I went outside!</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/779951</link>

				<pubdate>Sun, 13 May 2012 18:17:16 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Monida ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/779951</guid>
		<description>Happy Mother's Day to all the mommies out there! Hope you all had a very special day!

I went outs ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Happy Mother's Day to all the mommies out there! Hope you all had a very special day!

I went outside today! Mom bought me a new harness since mine was a little, um, tight. She actually had to get me a dog-sized one. *hangs head* She's hoping that maybe I'll start to take some walks and lose some of my fluffiness. 

So anyway, she shoved me in the harness and off to the lawn we went. It was TERRIFYING! I kept trying to hide right beside her stayed as low to the ground as I possibly could. There were people talking, kids playing ... so scary! Eventually I got a little braver and looked around a bit. Then mom figured that was enough for the day and we went back inside. Now I'm relaxing.

What have all been up to lately!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>I'm back and I'm mad!</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/777905</link>

				<pubdate>Tue, 1 May 2012 00:01:18 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Monida ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/777905</guid>
		<description>I'm so mad at my mom! She left me for a WEEK! I was stuck at the kennel. Oh, I let her have it when  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ I'm so mad at my mom! She left me for a WEEK! I was stuck at the kennel. Oh, I let her have it when she finally picked me up. I yelled at her for two hours. I let her know exactly what I thought about her abandoning me. You can check out the new video on my page and see what I had to tell her.

But to make it up to me, she promised me more Catster time. So I'm sorry for any special days I missed, but hopefully I should be around more!

Love ya all!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>I've been gotted! And look what the Easter bunnies left me!</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/774212</link>

				<pubdate>Sat, 7 Apr 2012 23:48:37 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Monida ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/774212</guid>
		<description>Happy Easter to all my wonderful friends! 

Thanks for celebrating my Gotcha Day with me! Mom prom ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Happy Easter to all my wonderful friends! 

Thanks for celebrating my Gotcha Day with me! Mom promises to do a better thank you soon. We've been meaning to write sooner, but things kept coming up. Sheesh. Parents, huh.

And thanks to all the Easter bunny kitties who have decorated my page so nicely! You are all so kind! 

Have a wonderful holiday! We'll talk to you soon!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Driving mom crazy</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/771697</link>

				<pubdate>Thu, 22 Mar 2012 23:55:06 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Monida ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/771697</guid>
		<description>I have a new fun game I like to play late at night and early in the morning. It's called meowing non ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ I have a new fun game I like to play late at night and early in the morning. It's called meowing nonstop in a super high, pitifully sad meow. It's driving mom insane. Hehehe. 

She's starting to get really annoyed by it. She's sure there's nothing wrong, but she doesn't know why I've started doing it. I used to be just as vocal when I first moved in, but eventually stopped. She figured I was just getting used to the place. 

She's tried ignoring me, but I'm so loud she worries the neighbors will complain.

Anyway, if anyone has any advice, please don't share. I'm having too much fun! MOL!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Sugar and Spice and everything nice!</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/770249</link>

				<pubdate>Tue, 13 Mar 2012 21:15:05 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Monida ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/770249</guid>
		<description>Oh my! Monster's mom's article about Catster has led to lots of new friends!! Welcome new friends! I ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Oh my! <a  class=bodyTextRev target=site href="http://www.catster.com/cats/1074003">Monster</a>'s mom's article about Catster has led to lots of new friends!! Welcome new friends! If you haven't met them, I'd like to introduce you to <a  class=bodyTextRev target=site href="http://www.catster.com/cats/1236734">Sugar</a> and <a  class=bodyTextRev target=site href="http://www.catster.com/cats/1236738">Spice</a>! They are so much fun and so friendly! 

And this is <a  class=bodyTextRev target=site href="http://www.catster.com/cats/1238097">Boo Boo</a> and <a  class=bodyTextRev target=site href="http://www.catster.com/cats/1238105">Talli</a>. They also found Catster through the article. 

Yay for new friends!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Thanks and a question!</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/769919</link>

				<pubdate>Mon, 12 Mar 2012 01:00:10 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Monida ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/769919</guid>
		<description>Hi Pals! Thanks for celebrating my DDP with me! Thanks for the comments, pmail and rosettes! I sure  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hi Pals! Thanks for celebrating my DDP with me! Thanks for the comments, pmail and rosettes! I sure had a fun day!

I have so many things to meow about, but I only have a few minutes, so I'll have to tell you about them later. But I have a quick question. A few days ago there was a Diary of the Day kitty who joined because they read Monster's mom's article. Anyway, they didn't have any friends and I wanted to send a friend request, but didn't in time. Did any of you happen to friend them and know who I'm talking about?

Hope everyone is doing well! Talk to you all soon!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>A pal's birthday!</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/768675</link>

				<pubdate>Sun, 4 Mar 2012 13:26:53 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Monida ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/768675</guid>
		<description>Hi again friends! It's my good pal Toby's first birthday today! Happy birthday Toby!! Toby lives in  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hi again friends! It's my good pal <a  class=bodyTextRev target=site href="http://www.catster.com/cats/1185981">Toby</a>'s first birthday today! Happy birthday Toby!! Toby lives in England, and has a fun diary. Be sure to check it out if you haven't already!

P.S. I forgot to mention in my last diary, that I have high hopes for the redesign. It has to be good because the screen shot has a picture of Toki on it! :)]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Heads up!</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/768585</link>

				<pubdate>Sun, 4 Mar 2012 00:35:19 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Monida ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/768585</guid>
		<description>Friends, as you may have heard, Catster is planning on launching a redesign. Click here for the blog ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Friends, as you may have heard, Catster is planning on launching a redesign. Click here for the blog: <a  class=bodyTextRev target=site href="http://blogs.catster.com/catster_site_updates/2012/03/02/sneak-peek-heres-what-our-new-homepage-will-look-like/">Update</a>.

The launch is set for Monday, March 12.

The last time this happened, it was mass chaos and people were upset and angry and it was just not a happy time in Catsterland at all. I know it'll be different and take some getting used to, but please be patient. And if there are glitches, just let Catster know, and I'm sure they'll take care of it. 

I just don't want to see all the anger and hostility of last time. Remember, it's the community that's important to this site. We need to be here for our friends, regardless of what the site looks like. 

OK. That's all from me. :) Hope everyone is having a good weekend!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>So honored</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/768126</link>

				<pubdate>Wed, 29 Feb 2012 22:33:43 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Monida ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/768126</guid>
		<description>OMC - I'm a dreamette! Can you believe it?! I'm so honored. Thank you to everyone who was part of th ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ OMC - I'm a dreamette! Can you believe it?! I'm so honored. Thank you to everyone who was part of the decision! You guys are so great! 

Thank you, thank you, thank you!!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Not in Kansas anymore!</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/766800</link>

				<pubdate>Wed, 22 Feb 2012 14:36:31 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Monida ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/766800</guid>
		<description>OK, well, I was never in Kansas, but oh my cat kitties! The wind is blowing so hard here! The weathe ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ OK, well, I was never in Kansas, but oh my cat kitties! The wind is blowing so hard here! The weather channel says it's gusting up to 50 mph! It sounds really scary outside! Luckily mom is home with me, so I'm sitting close to her. How is a kitty supposed to get any sleep with all this craziness?!

Hope everyone is well! I still need to tell everyone about my wonderful Valentine's Dinner with Gunnarr! It was pawsome! He came down to Idaho and took me out to a fancy restaurant. We had roasted deers, cat grass greens and cat nip wine. Oh my! It was so much fun!! We even had candlelight until I almost lit my tail on fire! MOL! Thanks Gunnarr! It was such a great night!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>What a week!</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/765744</link>

				<pubdate>Thu, 16 Feb 2012 18:32:51 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Monida ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/765744</guid>
		<description>Hi friends! Sorry we haven't been around. Mom's had a crazy week. Her friend just had a baby, so mom ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hi friends! Sorry we haven't been around. Mom's had a crazy week. Her friend just had a baby, so mom's been sitting on her dogs while she's in the hospital and trying to help out.

We're sorry if we've missed any special days or events. Hopefully we'll have some extra Catster time soon!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Valentine!</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/763243</link>

				<pubdate>Thu, 2 Feb 2012 17:19:19 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Monida ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/763243</guid>
		<description>Oh my goodness! I have a Valentine! And it's none other than the dreamy Dreamboaty Gunnarr! Can you  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Oh my goodness! I have a Valentine! And it's none other than the dreamy Dreamboaty Gunnarr! Can you believe it? I'm such a lucky kitty! Thanks for asking Gunnie! I'm honored to be your Valentine!

I also received a pair of lips from an Anonymouse. Thank you for the lips Anonymouse! I do have a Valentine, but thank you so much for thinking of me!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Monida's horrible, terrible, no good day</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/763065</link>

				<pubdate>Wed, 1 Feb 2012 21:59:58 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Monida ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/763065</guid>
		<description>*sobs* Guys, I had the WORST day today. I got a ... *shudders* bath. WHAHHHHHH!!!

Mom was watchin ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ *sobs* Guys, I had the WORST day today. I got a ... *shudders* bath. WHAHHHHHH!!!

Mom was watching TV when I jumped on her lap for some loves. She said I stunk! What?! The lies this woman tells. So she went and got some kitty shampoo. It's supposed to be waterless. However, since my mom is cheap, it's not really quality shampoo. And she put WAYY! too much on. So she decided she needed to rinse it out.

This is where my day went terribly wrong. She filled a little water in the tub and dumped me in it! Oh friends, it was awful. Just awful. To make it even worse, it was cold water. Oh I howled and cried, but she wouldn't listen to me. I tried to escape but it was useless. 

*sniff* I had to spend the rest of the day rearranging my furs and trying to get dry. I hope I never have to go through that again. At least I smell nice, I guess. :(]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>I don't like to move it, move it</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/762739</link>

				<pubdate>Tue, 31 Jan 2012 00:20:07 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Monida ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/762739</guid>
		<description>Hi friends! Thanks for celebrating my DDPs with me. I hope you won't hate me, but I'm going to have  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hi friends! Thanks for celebrating my DDPs with me. I hope you won't hate me, but I'm going to have to just do a mass THANK YOU!! for all the presents and comments you've given me over the past few months. Between being Cat of the Week, Christmas and my DDPs, I just won't be able to send out individual thank yous. :( I hope you don't mind too much. I want you to know that I read each and everyone and they all mean the world to me. 

Mom has a question for you all. What do you all like to play with? Are there any of you who don't really play that much? Mom's been trying to get me to play a little more because I'm uh, fluffy, but I'm not really that interested. Sometimes I'll chase Da Bird for a few minutes, but that's about it. So what do you guys like to do for fun?]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>DDP again!</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/761771</link>

				<pubdate>Wed, 25 Jan 2012 00:23:35 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Monida ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/761771</guid>
		<description>Whoa! I'm a DDP again! How fun! Please friends, no presents! Instead, please stop by someone's page  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Whoa! I'm a DDP again! How fun! Please friends, no presents! Instead, please stop by someone's page who you aren't friends with and say hi!

Nothing too much is going on here. Tonight my mom took me outside and put me in this white stuff! WTC! It was cold and icky! I wasn't on my harness, and I made a beeline to the bushes, so mom decided that was a bad idea and took me back inside. THANK GOODNESS! I don't know what that white stuff is, but I don't want anything to do with it!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>I need your help!</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/760753</link>

				<pubdate>Thu, 19 Jan 2012 10:04:17 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Monida ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/760753</guid>
		<description>Friends, I need your help purring for some friends! 

Please send giagantic purrs to my friend Tig ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Friends, I need your help purring for some friends! 

Please send giagantic purrs to my friend Tigger - http://www.catster.com/cats/990900/diary/Tiggers_trailer_tales/760745. Please stop by and see his diary. 

Also, Lacey and Finney's family needs lots of purrs too. I'm sorry I don't have links to their pages, but I think most of you know them. Please send lots of positive thoughts to these families. 

I've seen lots of catster miracles here, and I'm hoping for a couple more!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Some stuffs</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/760009</link>

				<pubdate>Sun, 15 Jan 2012 00:32:47 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Monida ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/760009</guid>
		<description>Oh friends. My lazy mom still hasn't done my Cat of the Week thank yous. I'm so sorry. I think I nee ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Oh friends. My lazy mom still hasn't done my Cat of the Week thank yous. I'm so sorry. I think I need a new secretary!

Speaking of Cat of the Week - have you all met <a  class=bodyTextRev target=site href="http://www.catster.com/cats/332574">Bosco</a>? My pals <a  class=bodyTextRev target=site href="http://www.catster.com/cats/1127725">Peekie</a> and <a  class=bodyTextRev target=site href="http://www.catster.com/cats/1085598">Gunnie</a> let me know that he unexpectedly went to the bridge and his family is really sad. Could you all stop by and offer some comforting words?

And if you're not friends with Peekie and Gunnie, you really should be! They are two of the coolest cats out there - Gunnie even protected his mom the other day! 

Thanks friends! You are all so pawsome! I won't be around too much this next week. I heard mom say something about the spa ...]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Great coupon</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/758713</link>

				<pubdate>Sat, 7 Jan 2012 13:41:25 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Monida ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/758713</guid>
		<description>Everyone - have you seen the coupon on Catster for $5 off a 40 lb bag of Precious Cat litter? We use ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Everyone - have you seen the coupon on Catster for $5 off a 40 lb bag of Precious Cat litter? We use this litter and LOVE it - there's almost no dust and it really hides the smell. And it seems to last a lot longer than the other stuff we were using. 

Petsmart sells it here for about $16, and sometimes it goes on sale for $12 or $13 - so this coupon will really help. We can get a 40 lb bag for almost less than a 20 lb container of something else! YAY!

Anyway, we know we sound like a commercial, but we really do love this litter a whole lot. If any of my friends would like a coupon but can't see the ad, let us know, and we can mail you one. You might also be able to get it off their website, but we haven't checked.

And don't forget about the Ski Weekend over at Tigger's Arcade!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Ski weekend!</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/758649</link>

				<pubdate>Sat, 7 Jan 2012 00:44:45 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Monida ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/758649</guid>
		<description>Hi everyone! Tigger's Arcade is hosting a ski weekend this weekend! You should stop by and join in s ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hi everyone! <a  class=bodyTextRev target=site href="http://www.catster.com/group/Tiggers_arcade-16321">Tigger's Arcade</a> is hosting a ski weekend this weekend! You should stop by and join in some of the games! It'll be a good time!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>My Cat of the Week month</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/758151</link>

				<pubdate>Wed, 4 Jan 2012 00:04:35 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Monida ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/758151</guid>
		<description>I'm entering my third week of being Cat of the Week! MOL! It's been fun, but I'm ready to pass the t ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ I'm entering my third week of being Cat of the Week! MOL! It's been fun, but I'm ready to pass the torch to some other kitty so they can have just as much fun as I have had!

One of mom's resolutions is to get my thank yous done soon! 

I hope everyone had a very merry Christmas and that 2012 is a fabulous, super wonderful year for all our friends! 

Speaking of resolutions, one of mom's resolutions is to get out of the house more, so you might not see us around quite so much. But don't worry! We're still here! We just might not be able to comment on diaries or pictures all the time. But we'll still be reading everything and trying to keep up! We just wanted our friends to know so you don't worry or think we've left.

Love ya guys! I'm off to see if mom will give me another treat! Yum!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>And the winners are ...</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/756039</link>

				<pubdate>Sat, 24 Dec 2011 00:15:14 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Monida ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/756039</guid>
		<description>OMC kitties! Mom was so excited picking the winners for the Santa Sweepstakes that her heart was pou ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ OMC kitties! Mom was so excited picking the winners for the Santa Sweepstakes that her heart was pounding. Thanks for entering everyone! Congratulations to the winners! 

Mom and I would like to take this moment to wish everyone a very Merry Christmas. We don't know how much we'll be on the next few days, so we just want to wish everyone a happy holiday. Thank you to each and every one of you for being my friend.

And now, the winners, chosen by random.org:

1. The first-place goes gift card goes to: <a  class=bodyTextRev target=site href="http://www.catster.com/cats/1011864">Ingen</a>!
2. One second-place card goes to: <a  class=bodyTextRev target=site href="http://www.catster.com/cats/497628">Kaci Sunshine</a>!
3. The other second-place card goes to: <a  class=bodyTextRev target=site href="http://www.catster.com/cats/1180170">Tanis</a>!
4. A third-place prize goes to: <a  class=bodyTextRev target=site href="http://www.catster.com/cats/283038">Samoa</a>!
5. And the final gift certificate goes to: <a  class=bodyTextRev target=site href="http://www.catster.com/cats/1214619">Fearless</a>!

And <a  class=bodyTextRev target=site href="http://www.catster.com/cats/937054">Mietzi Katze</a> and <a  class=bodyTextRev target=site href="http://www.catster.com/cats/1137737">Ollie</a> win a prize of zealies!

For the winners of the gift certificates, please contact <a  class=bodyTextRev target=site href="http://www.catster.com/cats/990900">Tigger</a> either through Catster or Etsy to find out how to redeem your prizes. 

Congratulations everyone! Maybe I can convince my mom to do this again in the future! We had so much fun, and I hope you did, too.

Merry Christmas all, and to all a good night!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Last reminder!</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/755771</link>

				<pubdate>Thu, 22 Dec 2011 16:29:37 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Monida ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/755771</guid>
		<description>OK kitties - on last reminder to enter Monida's Santa Sweepstakes. Be sure you leave a comment on th ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ OK kitties - on last reminder to enter <a  class=bodyTextRev target=site href="http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/755209#comments">Monida's Santa Sweepstakes</a>. Be sure you leave a comment on that diary entry (not this one!) or contact me to let me know you want to be entered! Mom says she'll probably do the drawing when she gets home from work Friday night, so we're extending the deadline until about midnight Friday. We want all our friends to get a chance to win!

Also, be sure to check out <a  class=bodyTextRev target=site  onClick="alert(\'Catster Alert: You are about to visit an outside link that was submitted by this pet owner.\');" href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/TheCatFunAttic">The CatFunAttic</a>! Mom and I are so excited to see who wins!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>What a week!</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/755573</link>

				<pubdate>Wed, 21 Dec 2011 15:51:32 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Monida ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/755573</guid>
		<description>Wow - this week has been amazing! Thank you friends for celebrating with me!

Don't forget to ente ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Wow - this week has been amazing! Thank you friends for celebrating with me!

Don't forget to enter my contest! Just look for the diary titled "Monida's Santa Sweepstakes!" You can enter though tomorrow night. My pal Gunnie told me that he was having trouble commenting, so if that's the case, please let me know and I'll get you entered. I don't want anyone missing out on my contest because of Catster fleas!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>*faints*</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/755251</link>

				<pubdate>Mon, 19 Dec 2011 19:39:42 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Monida ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/755251</guid>
		<description>Oh. My. Cat. I'm Cat of the Week! Can you believe it?! I can't! I never imagined such a thing. This  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Oh. My. Cat. I'm Cat of the Week! Can you believe it?! I can't! I never imagined such a thing. This is very exciting! Thank you all for the gifts and messages and comments. You guys are just the very best!

Just a reminder about the Santa Sweepstakes going on. In honor of my Cat of the Week honor, I am adding two more prizes! All you have to do is leave a comment on my last diary. Don't leave one here. Well, you can of course leave one here, but it won't count toward the sweepstakes! MOL!

Five people will win gift certificates to The CatFunAttic, and two more will win a prize of zealies! 

Well, I'm off to celebrate! I hope mom gets me some new treats!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Announcing -- Monida's Santa Sweepstakes!</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/755209</link>

				<pubdate>Mon, 19 Dec 2011 16:12:52 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Monida ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/755209</guid>
		<description>Merry Christmas kitties and pawents! I hope everyone is ready for this weekend! Can you believe it's ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Merry Christmas kitties and pawents! I hope everyone is ready for this weekend! Can you believe it's Christmastime already?!

Well, I wanted to buy every single one of my wonderful friends a present for the holiday, but unfortunately, mom says until we win the lottery, we can't. So instead, we are holding a Santa Sweepstakes!

Many of you are likely familiar with Tigger's Dad's Etsy store, The CatFunAttic. (http://www.etsy.com/shop/TheCatFunAttic). If you're not, you should check out all the cool things he offers. He also creates those wonderful figurines you've probably seen around Catster. You can see the ones he made for me on my page.

Well, to celebrate Christmas, I am giving away gift certificates to his Etsy store. There will be one lucky first-place winner, two second-place winners and two third-place winners! I'm so excited! 

Here are the rules: 

- Everyone is welcome to enter, but only one entry per family, please.
- All you have to do is leave a comment on this diary entry.
- Comment between now and Thursday at midnight Mountain Time. 
- I will use a random number thingymajig to randomly select five winners.
- Winners will be announced probably Friday. (Unless my secretary gets busy.)

So good luck and Merry Christmas and Happy Hanukkah to all my wonderful friends! And thanks to Tigger and Dad for helping make this sweepstakes possible!

P.S. In celebration of my Cat of the Week honor (can you believe it!?! I'm so excited!!!), I will be giving away gifts of zealies for the sixth- and seventh-place winners!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Another DDP?!</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/755187</link>

				<pubdate>Mon, 19 Dec 2011 13:05:42 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Monida ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/755187</guid>
		<description>Whoa - this is unexpected! Three diary picks! Wow! Thank you friends for celebrating with me! Please ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Whoa - this is unexpected! Three diary picks! Wow! Thank you friends for celebrating with me! Please save your zealies - I'm so blessed already. 

Also, I'm still planning on announcing my big news - probably tonight - so stay tuned!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>A cute story</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/755051</link>

				<pubdate>Sun, 18 Dec 2011 16:15:31 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Monida ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/755051</guid>
		<description>Mom forgot to tell you a story in my last diary entry. She thinks you guys might find it cute - she  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Mom forgot to tell you a story in my last diary entry. She thinks you guys might find it cute - she sure did.

The other (very early) morning, mom work up from a bad dream and in her haze thought someone was standing over her, and she kinda screamed. Well, even though it was a dream, she was still pretty upset. I could tell so I jumped down from where I was sleeping across the room and cuddled up in a tight ball right against her back to protect her. I think I have a new job as a body guard! MOL!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>2 DDPs, thank yous and exciting news!</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/754933</link>

				<pubdate>Sun, 18 Dec 2011 00:29:07 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Monida ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/754933</guid>
		<description>Oh my cat! I've gotten two DDPs! I think it's true that the diary gal sure loves litter box stories! ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Oh my cat! I've gotten two DDPs! I think it's true that the diary gal sure loves litter box stories! MOL! Speaking of which, I have been using my litter box like normal, so I guess I have no lasting scars from my ordeal! :) 

Thank you everyone for all the wonderful gifts and comments! Mom and I promise to do thank yous very soon.

And I would like to say thank you to my Secret Santa who sent me such a lovely Calvin Collar. I love my collar so much, I dig it out while mom is sleeping and play with it. :) Thank you Santa!

And one more thing, I have an exciting announcement to make! I think you guys might really enjoy it! I'll be making it in a day or two, so be on the lookout!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>More proof I have the MEANEST MOM EVER!</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/754155</link>

				<pubdate>Tue, 13 Dec 2011 14:01:55 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Monida ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/754155</guid>
		<description>So today, mom scooped out my litter box, and when she was done, I decided I needed to use it. She wa ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ So today, mom scooped out my litter box, and when she was done, I decided I needed to use it. She was in a hurry and didn't want to wait for me though, so she tried to put the lid back on the box while I was inside. Well, she DROPPED the lid on me! It came crashing down, hitting me and trapping me inside!

I thrashed around and finally escaped! Whew! I guess mom will find out when she gets home if I'm now scared to use my box.]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>I have the meanest mom EVER!</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/753729</link>

				<pubdate>Sat, 10 Dec 2011 21:08:47 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Monida ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/753729</guid>
		<description>Mom put up her little Christmas tree and decorated it. I LOVE the Christmas tree! Mom didn't put it  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Mom put up her little Christmas tree and decorated it. I LOVE the Christmas tree! Mom didn't put it up last year, but the year before that she did, and after pulling it off the stand once, I left it alone. Mom was hoping I'd leave it alone this year. 

But the tree, I LOVE IT! Have I mentioned how much I love it! I like to chew on its branches and rub against it and lick, lick, lick it. 

Well I wouldn't leave it alone, so mom hid it in the closet while she slept. Well - you can't fool me! I knew where it was. So I sat down in front of the closet and cried. And cried. And I wouldn't leave my spot. My friend the Christmas tree was trapped inside the closet! 

Tonight, my mom put the tree back up and I started licking and chewing. Mom has this silly idea that licking the branches isn't good for me and she was worried I might chomp a light. So do you know what she did?! SHE PUT THE TREE AWAY! What the heck mom?! It can't be Christmas without the tree! I wailed while she took the decorations down. It broke my mom's heart and she almost started crying. GOOD! I miss my Christmas tree friend. :(

Well, I'm to go make her feel bad some more. I hope your day is going better than mine.]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>New friend</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/752955</link>

				<pubdate>Tue, 6 Dec 2011 00:26:10 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Monida ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/752955</guid>
		<description>Hi everyone! I would like you to meet my new friend, Charlotte. She was a DDP on Monday. Her diary i ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hi everyone! I would like you to meet my new friend, <a  class=bodyTextRev target=site href="http://www.catster.com/cats/1218642">Charlotte</a>. She was a DDP on Monday. Her diary is really funny! Please stop by and say hi!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Catmas cards!</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/752609</link>

				<pubdate>Sun, 4 Dec 2011 00:07:36 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Monida ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/752609</guid>
		<description>Hi friends! I convinced my mom to let me do a Catmus card exchange! If any of you would like to exch ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hi friends! I convinced my mom to let me do a Catmus card exchange! If any of you would like to exchange cards, please pawmail me your address.

One disclaimer, since I'm relaying on my mom to write the cards, and she's pretty bad at stuff like that, there's a pretty good chance they might not arrive by Christmas. :) But we promise to try to get them out in time!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Getting back to business</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/752008</link>

				<pubdate>Tue, 29 Nov 2011 23:43:21 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Monida ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/752008</guid>
		<description>Hi kitty friends! I've missed you guys so much. My mom is a slacker and hasn't come let me play as m ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hi kitty friends! I've missed you guys so much. My mom is a slacker and hasn't come let me play as much as I want to. I know I've missed some special days and I tried to catch up, but it wasn't working. So please forgive me if I missed your honor. :(

Hopefully I'll be back more regularly now. How was everyone's Thanksgiving? I hope you all had fun and ate lots of food! I thought of lots of diary entries to write while mom was away, so hopefully I can convince her to type for me. 

So tell me what you all have been up to!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Giving thanks</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/751086</link>

				<pubdate>Thu, 24 Nov 2011 14:25:51 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Monida ~ writing at catster.com</author>
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		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/751086</guid>
		<description>Happy Thanksgiving to everyone!!

I am so thankful for all my friends here. You guys are the best. ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Happy Thanksgiving to everyone!!

I am so thankful for all my friends here. You guys are the best. I love Catster so much and have made so many wonderful friends. You all mean the world to me!

I'm also thankful for my forever home, and that mom is done sitting on dogs on Saturday.

Wishing you all an amazing holiday season!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Staycation story</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/750364</link>

				<pubdate>Sun, 20 Nov 2011 14:58:35 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Monida ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/750364</guid>
		<description>Oh boy, kitties! Have I got a story for you! No, no, I didn't pull mom's TV down again. :) But as a  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Oh boy, kitties! Have I got a story for you! No, no, I didn't pull mom's TV down again. :) But as a side note, I have tried to do that again, but now it's attached to the wall, so I haven't been successful. Plus mom freaks out whenever I get close to the TV now.

But I digress.

So you know how my mom's sitting on dogs this week? Well, she must not have been doing her job very well. She's watching two dogs, and today she tried to take them for a walk. 

Well, one dog didn't have a collar so she went to Walmart and bought a cheap one. As she tried to take the two dogs outside, the one with a new collar (a blue heeler mix) slipped out of the collar. Luckily that dog is pretty good at staying in the front yard. But mom still had to chase her for a long time before she was able to grab her and take her inside. Because my mom doesn't learn, this happened twice. (She says she thought she had gotten the collar tight enough.) So then, she takes the leash and fashions a loop out of it so they can still go on a walk. Well, that appears to be going fine until the other dog (a little pit bull-terrier mix) slipped out of her collar!!

Now the thing about this dog is she doesn't pay any attention to treats, and she just RUNS. She's really, really fast. One time she got out of the yard and took off. She was found almost two miles away.

So the dog TAKES OFF. Mom starts running, pulling the poor blue heeler along. Well mom was wearing flip-flops, despite NUMEROUS accidents and bad things happening when she tries to walk dogs in them. What can I say, she doesn't learn. One flip-flop fell off, and then mom kicked the other one off and was running up and down the street IN HER BARE feet for about six blocks. The dog would taunt her as she would get closer, standing and waiting till she was a few feet away and then taking off. Mom was FREAKING out because it's a fairly busy road, and the dog was almost to another very, very busy road.

Finally, another guy and mom tricked the dog into thinking she was going to go for a ride a truck, and mom was able to get the collar back on her. OH, she was SOOOO mad. But SO relieved everyone is OK. Except for her feet. Those hurt pretty bad.

So now the dogs are on house arrest, and there will be no more walks for the rest of the week. 

HAHAHA! That's what she gets for abandoning me for dogs!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Staycation for me!</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/749886</link>

				<pubdate>Thu, 17 Nov 2011 23:39:22 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Monida ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/749886</guid>
		<description>Hi friends! It sure has been quiet around here lately! Everyone must be getting ready for Thanksgivi ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hi friends! It sure has been quiet around here lately! Everyone must be getting ready for Thanksgiving. 

I'm on my own for about a week, so you might not hear too much from me, either, for a few days. But I'll try to check in as often as I can. I just wanted to wish everyone a wonderful holiday full of love and happiness! Take care everyone!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Advice please</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/749318</link>

				<pubdate>Mon, 14 Nov 2011 20:32:40 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Monida ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/749318</guid>
		<description>Hi friends - Mo's mom here. I need some advice from you guys.

So I just got back about a week ago ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hi friends - Mo's mom here. I need some advice from you guys.

So I just got back about a week ago from being gone for a week. (Mo got to stay at the kitty spa.) Well, starting at the end of this week, I'm dogsitting for a friend for another week. Mo doesn't do very well when I'm gone, and she gets very clingy and unhappy. She's still a little mopey from me being gone for a week.

Now, since I'll be staying at my friend's house, I'm wondering if on my days off I should bring Mo over there. I'll be watching two dogs and a cat. Mo has spent very little time around dogs, and never around these dogs. Or should I just leave her home? I'll be home each day to feed her and spend some time with her, but it won't be for very long. 

Normally when I dog sit, I leave her at home, but I've never been gone so much in one month. I'm not sure which option would be less stressful for her.

Thanks for any advice!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Goodbye, dear friend</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/748986</link>

				<pubdate>Sun, 13 Nov 2011 00:27:17 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Monida ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/748986</guid>
		<description>It is with a sad and heavy heart I must tell you that my bestest friend Pounce has gone to the Rainb ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ It is with a sad and heavy heart I must tell you that my bestest friend <a  class=bodyTextRev target=site href="http://www.catster.com/cats/1009698">Pounce</a> has gone to the Rainbow Bridge.

Pounce was one of my very first friends here in Catster. She always had such nice and wonderful things to say to everyone. And we had so much fun playing games at Tigger's Arcade. There's a big hole in Casterland tonight.

We're going to miss you so much Pounce. Please watch over your wonderful mommy - I'm sending her purrs and prayers. 

Love you friend! Until we meet again.]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Sigh ...</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/748510</link>

				<pubdate>Thu, 10 Nov 2011 01:13:41 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Monida ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/748510</guid>
		<description>So kitty friends. Do you remember back a few weeks when my genius mom put the door to my litter box  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ So kitty friends. Do you remember back a few weeks when my genius mom put the door to my litter box on wrong and locked me out? Well, I've got another story for you.

Ever since I returned from my week at the spa, mom noticed I've been a little mopey and sad-looking. Every one and awhile I yell at her at the top of my kitty voice. I think I'm being pretty clear, but you know how dense those humans are.

Well, mom thought I was just adjusting from being gone, or maybe I was just keeping her company while she's sick. (Which, by the way, I spent all last night getting hacked on. Gross. The things we kitties do for our parents.) 

Then tonight as the genius was getting ready for bed, she finally realized what was wrong. Before she left, she cleaned the apartment and put away all my toys. Well, she never took any back out for me! So of course I've been mopey - I'm bored out of my mind!! Luckily I now have my pipe cleaners and jingle worms and little mousies back, so I can get back to playing.

I just don't know how much more of this I can take ...]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>I'm back!</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/748055</link>

				<pubdate>Mon, 7 Nov 2011 13:45:33 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Monida ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/748055</guid>
		<description>Hi kitties! 

Well, I'm finally back home! Mom abandoned me for a week while she went to her broth ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hi kitties! 

Well, I'm finally back home! Mom abandoned me for a week while she went to her brother's wedding. Apparently, I wasn't invited. What the heck?! I had to go to the kitty spa. It was terrible. But now I'm back where I belong and have been going around making sure everything is where it should be.

I'm sorry we haven't been around - I know we missed some special days and some friends are having hard times. We'll try to catch up as soon as we can, but my mom decided to bring a bad head cold back with her, so it might take a while.

So happy to be back!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>This place is going to the dogs</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/746285</link>

				<pubdate>Thu, 27 Oct 2011 21:30:33 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Monida ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/746285</guid>
		<description>Have you cats noticed when you try to go to the forums, it takes you to the dog forums? It makes mom ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Have you cats noticed when you try to go to the forums, it takes you to the dog forums? It makes mom laugh every time she sees it. She went to Dogster, and when you click on the forums there, it mixes both the cat topics and dog topics. MOL!!

I want to thank my friends for all the presents for my DDPs! Thanks to everyone who stopped by and helped me celebrate!

The family of Misha (In Loving Memory), (My Angel) Marrakech, Samsara, Colette Sidonie-Samantha and more! - Heart
Tate - Pumpkin
The family of Sleeper, Samhain , Maya (2004 - 2006) and Miss Essie (1984-2002) - Black Cat
The family of Tigger, Cali, Scaredy Cat (In Memory), Sobe  - Football
The family of MILO, ♥Smokey Joe♥, TIMMY, ♥ZIGGY♥ and more!  - Acorn
The family of Pinkie, Biggles, Nonny, Buddy and more!  - Heart
BUDDIE..ALWAYS LOVED - Blue ribbon
Anonymous - Ghost
The family of Gunnarr T, Miss Muppet Forever Loved and Peekaboo   - Bat
Tate - Ghost
The family of Tigger, Cali, Scaredy Cat (In Memory), Sobe  - Pumpkin 
MALLEE - heart
Zack - black cat
The family of Kitty Pryde, Indiana, the Angel Cat, Jones, Angel Marley and Harrison aka Inigo Montoya   - heart
The family of Ava 4 ever Mommy's Angel, Andy Loves Hazel Lucy, Arli Loves Hazel Lucy, Augie and more!  - Football
Ollie and family - bat
Pounce - trophy

Thanks everyone!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Purrs for Pounce</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/745913</link>

				<pubdate>Wed, 26 Oct 2011 01:01:24 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Monida ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/745913</guid>
		<description>Friends, could you please purr for my wonderful friend Pounce? She is ill, and I know her and her mo ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Friends, could you please purr for my wonderful friend <a  class=bodyTextRev target=site href="http://www.catster.com/cats/1009698">Pounce</a>? She is ill, and I know her and her mom could use some Power of the Paw.

Sending big purrs your way, Pounce!!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>DDP!</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/745537</link>

				<pubdate>Sun, 23 Oct 2011 16:49:51 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Monida ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/745537</guid>
		<description>Hi everyone! Thanks for stopping by and celebrating my DDP with me! Oh boy, I still have to do my th ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hi everyone! Thanks for stopping by and celebrating my DDP with me! Oh boy, I still have to do my thank yous from my last DDP! You guys are the best.

Mom and I will be back to do thank yous soon. We have a few really busy weeks coming up, so please don't worry if you don't see us around too much! We'll be here as much as possible!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Aboose!</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/744220</link>

				<pubdate>Fri, 14 Oct 2011 15:20:25 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Monida ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/744220</guid>
		<description>Oh kitty friends! I have suffered horrible aboose from my mom today! 

This morning, I crawled und ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Oh kitty friends! I have suffered horrible aboose from my mom today! 

This morning, I crawled under the covers to cuddle with my mom. She loves when I do that, and I get to stay toasty warm. Well, things were going fine until she *forgot* (so she says!) that I was there. And then, KABLOW! she kneed me in the head! She hit me so hard, her knee hurt. Ha! Serves her right. I might very well have a catcussion!

Grrrrr mom. You better buy me some extra-special treats today!!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Purrs for Linus</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/744050</link>

				<pubdate>Thu, 13 Oct 2011 12:22:36 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Monida ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/744050</guid>
		<description>Friends - can you please say a purr for Linus? He is missing and his mom is very worried. Please pur ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Friends - can you please say a purr for <a  class=bodyTextRev target=site href="http://www.catster.com/cats/1177872">Linus</a>? He is missing and his mom is very worried. Please purr he goes home right away!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Thanks everyone</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/743954</link>

				<pubdate>Wed, 12 Oct 2011 19:07:54 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Monida ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/743954</guid>
		<description>Thank you all for helping me celebrate my birthday! I love you guys! I had a fun time hanging out wi ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Thank you all for helping me celebrate my birthday! I love you guys! I had a fun time hanging out with my fan club (aka my mom's friends). I hope they come back to visit soon! 

Thank you for all the fun gifts and comments! My page looks so festive!

The family of Sleeper, Samhain , Maya (2004 - 2006) and Miss Essie (1984-2002): Pumpkin
The family of Nadia and Gump: Pumpkin
Beepers and Ashlynne: Pumpkin
Newman: Ghost
The family of Keisha, Sylvester and Merlin: Heart
The family of Finnegan (Finney), Lacey and Alex (Sweet Angel Girl ): Black cat
Ishtar: Turkey
Da Tabbies: Heart
Zoey & Zacky: Pumpkin
Tilly: Heart
Tasha: Heart
Nonny: Ghost
The family of Blizzard AKA The Catfather, Squeaker, Socks Rainbow Bridge 6/8/10, Gypsy and more: Black cat
The family of Sissy, Luke, Cooter, Copy & Paste and more: Acorn
Milo: Bat
The family of Adam Dylan, Eve Layla, Puddin Keket, Puff Amenti and more: Bat
Mietzi: Turkey
Teebo, Callie and Rose: Pumpkin
Tigger: Heart
The family of alley cat angel, Calie, littleboy, booboo and more: Pumpkin
Nikolai - Dreamboat #24: Cupcake
Hunter: Party hat
Monster: Sushi
Pounce: Spider
The family of Wally♥Forever Lovedϖ, Alfie♥ Forever Loved, Teddy Bearz♥ DB 35aϖ, Milo♥DB#35b and more: Cupcake
The family of Tigger, Cali, Scaredy Cat (In Memory), Sobe: Cupcake
Kitty P, Angel Indy, Harrison and Mommy: Flowers
Sparky: Leaf
Tate: Cuppycake
The family of Mugsy, Taffy (forever loved) and Texas: Party hat
Colleen: Cupcake
The family of Henry (now an Angel Cat, always), Josie and Toby: Party hat
The family of Skylar db#39A, Mrs. Murphy, Rusty Dreamboat #39B, Skittles and more: Party hat
The family of Ringo, Webster, Dusty the Puppycat *DLM* and Iris   - Crown
Toki - Diamond

Please let me know if I forgot anyone so I can add you to my list!

Thanks again everyone!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>It's my birthday!</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/742980</link>

				<pubdate>Fri, 7 Oct 2011 13:42:03 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Monida ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/742980</guid>
		<description>It's my third birthday! Thank you friends for stopping by and celebrating with me! Thank you for you ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ It's my third birthday! Thank you friends for stopping by and celebrating with me! Thank you for your all your kind comments, notes and presents! You guys are the best! 

I won't be around too much this weekend - my mom says friends are coming from out of town to visit her, but I know they're actually coming to visit me. I wonder how we're going to celebrate. I hope they bring yummy cat food with them!

Thanks again friends! I love you guys!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>What is this?!?!</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/742828</link>

				<pubdate>Thu, 6 Oct 2011 13:16:20 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Monida ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/742828</guid>
		<description>Guys, I don't know what's going on, but there are big, fluffy white cotton balls falling from the sk ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Guys, I don't know what's going on, but there are big, fluffy white cotton balls falling from the sky. I've spent all morning running from window to window to try to catch them. Mom keeps grumbling and says it's snow, but I don't understand why she's so grumpy about it. It looks like so much fun!! 

Ohhhh! There's a big one! Gotta go get it!

P.S. Thanks for all the purrs everyone! Mom still can't figure out where the blood came from, but I'm acting fine, eating fine, using the litter box, etc. So I guess for now it will remain a mystery. We think the Tabbies might be right - maybe I have a little cut somewhere mom hasn't noticed. Or maybe my bum was a little sore. In any case, it's not slowing me down!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Worrying mom again</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/742690</link>

				<pubdate>Wed, 5 Oct 2011 17:51:37 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Monida ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/742690</guid>
		<description>As my mom was rushing out the door this afternoon, she noticed a dark spot on the mat by my litter b ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ As my mom was rushing out the door this afternoon, she noticed a dark spot on the mat by my litter box. I've still been having really squishy poops, so she thought it was just some that got out of the box. When she got home, she went to clean it, and realized it was a big glob of blood!!

She freaked out. She grabbed me and checked me over and couldn't find anything. Then she snooped through my litter box (Mom!). She couldn't see any more blood - and my poopies looked ok, but still squishy. 

I was meowing more than usual this morning, but mom thought it was just because the weather is changing. I tend to do that when it starts to rain. I'm acting completely fine and eating, so mom held off taking me to the E-vet. She's gonna keep a close eye on me though. And she said if my poo doesn't improve soon, I have to go to the vet anyway. *sigh* 

Please save your rosies, but if you could spare just a tiny purr for me, that would be great. I think I'm fine, but purrs never hurt! :)]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Why I love Catster</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/741666</link>

				<pubdate>Fri, 30 Sep 2011 15:52:35 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Monida ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/741666</guid>
		<description>Right before mom and I went to bed last night, we checked Catster one last time. That's when we saw  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Right before mom and I went to bed last night, we checked Catster one last time. That's when we saw the news from Panda that Ingen is missing. We were devastated. Mom was crying and felt sick, and I purred in sadness. 

By the time we work up, a whole purr chain/search and rescue/Facebook effort has begun. It was amazing to watch it spread from our friends on Facebook to all over Catster. Catsters truly come together in difficult times. You all are so amazing.

I know that as of right now, Ingen is still missing, but I have faith that she will be found safe and will be one of those kitties who ends up in the news being reunited with her family. 

Thank you Catster friends, for being some of the most amazing people I have the honor to know. 

And please continue purring for Panda's brother Tigger. He is very ill and last I heard he is in the hospital. Has anyone heard any more? We're purring our very hardest for you Tigger!!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Missing friends?</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/740395</link>

				<pubdate>Fri, 23 Sep 2011 15:12:42 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Monida ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/740395</guid>
		<description>Has anyone heard from Willow, Pumpkin or Missy lately? I haven't heard from them in a long time and  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Has anyone heard from Willow, Pumpkin or Missy lately? I haven't heard from them in a long time and miss them. I hope they're all OK.]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Ahoy!</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/739617</link>

				<pubdate>Mon, 19 Sep 2011 18:40:33 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Monida ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/739617</guid>
		<description>Ahoy Mateys! Look at all those Jolly Rogers decorating our pages! How cool - thanks HQ! By the way,  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Ahoy Mateys! Look at all those Jolly Rogers decorating our pages! How cool - thanks HQ! By the way, I never knew those flags were called Jolly Rogers until my pal Gunnarr mentioned it in his diary.

Also, HQ said there's a pirate stroll going on, so be sure to tag your pirate photos "pirate."

Thanks to Tigger and Zoe for my pirate photos. They're so great! 

What a fun day it's been!

P.S. - River did you see you're on the HQ's page announcing the free gift?]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Please purr</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/739033</link>

				<pubdate>Fri, 16 Sep 2011 18:00:29 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Monida ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/739033</guid>
		<description>Friends - there has been a terrible accident in Reno, Nev., where a plane in an air race show crashe ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Friends - there has been a terrible accident in Reno, Nev., where a plane in an air race show crashed into the grandstands. They are saying it could be a "mass casualty situation." Please purr for everyone affected. Hopefully it's not as bad as they're thinking.]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Oh my!</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/737767</link>

				<pubdate>Sat, 10 Sep 2011 00:11:25 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Monida ~ writing at catster.com</author>
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		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/737767</guid>
		<description>Wow! I'm DDP again! The diary girl must have felt bad for me being locked out of my own litter box!  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Wow! I'm DDP again! The diary girl must have felt bad for me being locked out of my own litter box! MOL!

Please no presents - I still need to get my thank yous out for my last DDP. 

Take care friends! I hope you all have a good weekend. Sending prayers and purrs to everyone on the 10th anniversary of Sept. 11.]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Good help is hard to find</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/737577</link>

				<pubdate>Thu, 8 Sep 2011 22:12:38 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Monida ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/737577</guid>
		<description>Oh kitties - have I got a story for you. This is just one example of the things I'm forced to put up ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Oh kitties - have I got a story for you. This is just one example of the things I'm forced to put up with.

Yesterday, mom cleaned out my litter box and life was swell. This morning when she went to scoop it out, she noticed there wasn't much in it. Hmmm....

Then later in the afternoon she saw me sitting right in front of the litter box by its door, but I wouldn't go in. I sat there for quite awhile. Mom started to get worried that maybe my tummy troubles were back. So she took the lid off, and I ran in to do my business. 

Later, she had friends over for the Packers game. Her friend was saying how she likes the mat under my box, when mom looked over and something caught her eye. The door to my litter box was half off its hinges and wouldn't swing open for me! I was locked out of my own litter box!!

Sheesh mom!!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>A DDP for me?</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/736975</link>

				<pubdate>Mon, 5 Sep 2011 14:11:59 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Monida ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/736975</guid>
		<description>Oh my cats! I'm a DDP today?! Wow! Thanks everyone for your presents, comments and pmails! They mean ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Oh my cats! I'm a DDP today?! Wow! Thanks everyone for your presents, comments and pmails! They mean so much to me! 

I've been feeling so much better! I've been eating what I should be eating and even playing some. Thanks for all your purrs to help me get over my illness.

Now I have a new dilemma. Talk Like a Pirate Day is almost here, and I can't come up with a name! Anyone have any good ideas? I was trying to think of something with sandwich in it, since I try to steal mom's sandwiches, but so far I haven't come up with anything clever. 

Well, I need to run for now. I'll try to be back later.

Thanks again everyone!!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Kitty Kat Talk Tag and health update</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/736252</link>

				<pubdate>Thu, 1 Sep 2011 14:39:48 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Monida ~ writing at catster.com</author>
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		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/736252</guid>
		<description>There's a new tag game going around, and I wanted to play! It seems like it's a really easy game to  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ There's a new tag game going around, and I wanted to play! It seems like it's a really easy game to play and there are no rules! 

You just have to answer a few Questions. So please PLAY ALONG, everyfur!

1. Your Meowmy or Dad is asleep and you are furry hungry; You would.....

Go to the corner of the bed and scratch, scratch, scratch. When that doesn't work I jump in the bathtub and start scratching at the shower curtain. That usually gets her up.

2. You are furry sleepy and are sleeping on a top ledge; Meowmy or Dad would say..........

Awww - Cute kitty - let's get a picture! And then she would get that stupid flashy box out. 


3. You saw a dog who wants to chase something; what's the furry furst thing you would you say or do?

I would say, "I don't think so, doggie!" And then I would unleash the smacky paws on the dog's nose. I know, I've done this to my uncle's dog many times!

4. Your Meowmy or Dad wants you to stop tearing the furniture. You would...

Stop for a second, wait till she turns her back, and continue on. A girl's gotta have sharp claws!

5. Your Kitty Kat emergency box, full of fur fashions, is locked. Oh No! You would....

Oh, I don't wear clothes - I like to go au naturel. :0 

I hope all my friends will play this fun game!

--

Here's an update from mom on how I'm feeling: 

Monida had a really good day yesterday. She ate quite a bit. Unfortunately, she did throw up, but I figure it was probably because she ate more than she has been, so her stomach wasn't used to it. She only did it once.

Her diarrhea seems to be doing better, and her eye isn't squinty anymore. She's still not terribly active, but it might just take a few days for her to feel completely better, and I think Tigger might be right in that the heat might be contributing to her inactiveness. Luckily, it's supposed to cool off a bit this week. 

So hopefully we're on the right track! Thank you everyone for purring for Monida! And for keeping me sane through the whole thing. You all are so amazing!!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Argh!</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/735788</link>

				<pubdate>Tue, 30 Aug 2011 17:06:05 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Monida ~ writing at catster.com</author>
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		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/735788</guid>
		<description>Well, I took Monida to her appointment at the new vet, and we are no closer to a diagnosis than befo ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Well, I took Monida to her appointment at the new vet, and we are no closer to a diagnosis than before we went in. This vet also doesn't seem too concerned about her not eating. He gave her some prescription food to see if we can get the diarrhea under control. 

Now a new problem has arised. Monida's left eye is all squinty and cloudy. The vet seems to think it's from the herpes virus and is flaring up because of all the stress of everything else. So he gave me some lysine, which I know Sobe's dad has used with good luck. 

So I'm not sure what the next step is. I guess I'll closely watch her for a few days and then re-evaluate. 

I should mention a couple things that I keep forgetting to mention - Monida does not have a fever, and she is still drinking plenty of water. She eats a little bit, so she hasn't completely stopped, but she's eating less than a quarter of what she should be. I wish we could just figure out what's wrong!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Ways to annoy your parents</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/735702</link>

				<pubdate>Tue, 30 Aug 2011 07:54:30 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Monida ~ writing at catster.com</author>
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		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/735702</guid>
		<description>Hi kitties! Do you want a great game to play with your parents? On the day they call to make a vet a ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hi kitties! Do you want a great game to play with your parents? On the day they call to make a vet appointment for you, act completely normal. Zoom around the house, eat a big breakfast and use the litterbox as appropriate. I've done this twice now, and the reaction I get is awesome! 

Unfortunately, that didn't stop her from making an appointment at a new vet today. :( I have to go in at 4:15. Not as early as mom would like, but earlier than Thursday. 

I'm gonna go play and eat and see if I can't convince her I'm fine.

Oh - I forgot to tell you - I'm also practicing for Talk Like a Pirate Day by walking around squinting - Arrrgh Matey!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Upset</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/735592</link>

				<pubdate>Mon, 29 Aug 2011 15:22:18 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Monida ~ writing at catster.com</author>
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		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/735592</guid>
		<description>Hi kitties-

So yesterday Monida ate almost nothing. Finally, on advice from Angel Alex, I boiled  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hi kitties-

So yesterday Monida ate almost nothing. Finally, on advice from Angel Alex, I boiled a chicken breast and tried feeding it to her. She ate just a few bites. I was starting to get really nervous.

I was able to give her nearly a full dose of her medicine, so I was pretty proud of that. Monida was not quite so happy.

Around 2 a.m., she ate a little kibble, and kept eating a little bit periodically throughout the night so that was good. But she's still pretty lethargic, and while she had just a little bit of diarhhea yesterday, she hasn't really used her litter box since.

Anyway, the reason I'm upset is I spoke to the vet on the phone today and told him all of that information. He hadn't even looked at her xrays from this weekend. He didn't seemed concerned at all, basically saying since she had gained weight over the summer, that this probably wasn't a big deal since she has some she can lose. He said if she's not eating by Thursday to bring her in and they might put a feeding tube in her. I'm not sure why he would wait so long and then jump to something so drastic.

I asked if maybe the medicine was causing her to not eat. He said maybe, and I could stop giving it to her if I wanted, even though I've only given her two doses, and I'm supposed to give it to her for seven days. And he said this without actually looking at her xrays.

I'm not home to see if Monida is eating this afternoon, but I'll check tonight. And I have no plans on waiting until Thursday to bring her back in if she's still lethargic and not eating. She may have weight to lose, but this isn't the right way to do it.]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Sunday update</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/735374</link>

				<pubdate>Sun, 28 Aug 2011 16:41:13 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Monida ~ writing at catster.com</author>
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		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/735374</guid>
		<description>Monida is back to not eating and just laying around. It's also really hot here, so that's probably a ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Monida is back to not eating and just laying around. It's also really hot here, so that's probably affecting her. I wish I knew what symptoms are related to her sickness and what are from the heat. 

She also still has diarrhea, but is still having trouble going. But the vet did say it would take a little while for the medicine to kick in. 

So that's what we've got going on today. I feel so bad for my little girl.]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>What. The. Cat.</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/735228</link>

				<pubdate>Sun, 28 Aug 2011 00:16:24 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Monida ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/735228</guid>
		<description>First things first - I am purring BIG TIME for all my friends on the East Coast. Be safe everyone!
 ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ First things first - I am purring BIG TIME for all my friends on the East Coast. Be safe everyone!

Second - I am officially putting myself up for adoption. I no longer wish to live with this evil woman I once called mom. 

First on Wednesday, she takes me to the vet where they STEAL MY BLOOD! I thought that was the worst I must endure. Oh, if only I were right.

Then earlier today, she came home, and I greeted her at the door. How nice to see you mom, you don't usually come home for dinner ... why are you grabbing my carrier?! NOOOO!

Do you know what I went through at the vet's office? First the vet squeezed my belly, and then she said she couldn't really tell if I had a lot of poo in my colon because I'm "a big gal." What?!

Then she made me do x-rays. THEN, as if all that wasn't enough, she tried to open my mouth and look for string under my tongue. When I wouldn't let her she called me grumpy and uncooperative. I had some names to call her, but mom wouldn't let me.

Now mom just tried to give me my medicine. It's TERRIBLE! It made me drool and was sticky, and oh, just plain awful. Now I'm gonna go lay in front of my window and ignore mom. My only consolation is that while mom tried to give me my medicine, she ended up taking a dose of it herself! AHAHAHAH!

From mom - 

Does anyone have any tips on how to give liquid metronidazole? I'm supposed to give it to her for seven days and I don't think I can do this. I tried to give it to her tonight, but I ended up wearing most of it. I got some in her, so I hope that helps. But it makes her drool something fierce. It was all over me, her, the bathroom, the kitchen, my wall. Is that normal?]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Update</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/735192</link>

				<pubdate>Sat, 27 Aug 2011 18:01:17 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Monida ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/735192</guid>
		<description>Hey everyone - just a quick update. I had to take Mo to the emergency vet this afternoon. I'll write ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hey everyone - just a quick update. I had to take Mo to the emergency vet this afternoon. I'll write more when I get a chance.

Mo is not constipated - she had almost no poo in her colon. Her intestines are inflamed, so it could be colitis, and switching foods might have set it off.

More worrisome is that the vet saw some bunching in her intestines in the xray. That means she may have eaten a string, and it's causing problems. However, it wasn't as bad in the other xray with a different view. The vet said it's very possible it's a foreign body, but if it were she would expect some vomiting, of which mo has had none, or a fever, which she also doesn't have.

She sent me home with some medicine - metronidazole - to see if that will help calm her intestines. If it doesn't work within 48 hours, I need to take her back in.

So that's what I know right now. I really hope it's just the colitis.]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Late-night party!</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/734896</link>

				<pubdate>Fri, 26 Aug 2011 10:47:11 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Monida ~ writing at catster.com</author>
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		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/734896</guid>
		<description>WOW! Look at all my friends who stopped by for a late-night party in my diary last night! Thank you  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ WOW! Look at all my friends who stopped by for a late-night party in my diary last night! Thank you so much friends for all your comments, care and concern. I really can't tell you how much it means to me! I'll let mom give you an update now.
---

Hi friends! Thank you so much for everything! Sorry this update is late - I'm pretty tired from the party! :) I feel bad that I had such a freak out, and I was about to delete the diary entry when you all showed up. I love your comments, so I just had to leave it!

This morning, Monida woke me up (about an hour after I went to bed ...) by running back and forth across the apartment, springboarding off my bed, the couch, the counter, etc. She was chattering at the birds and her eyes would go all black and ZOOM! off again! She did this for about an hour and a half. She hasn't had the zoomies like that in quite awhile, so I thought it was a good sign. 

She did go to the litter box a few times, and when I checked it, there was pee and tiny pieces of poo. So she's still having some trouble. But she ate more this morning then I've seen her eat in awhile. Still not quite enough for my liking, but an improvement.

I feel pretty confident that it's the food that's giving her an upset stomach. I've had problems with Wellness packets before, but on Tuesday I was in a hurry to grab some wet food that I knew she'd eat, just to get her to eat something. (That was the day I called the vet because she was hardly eating at all.) I've fed her a couple of the packets the past few days. 

So, with all this, I didn't take her to the vet this morning, but I am watching her very carefully. If she continues to do the straining/panting thing (which I haven't seen her do again), or stops eating again, I will take her in right away. I live just a few minutes from the emergency vet, and the plus side is it's housed in my regular vets' office, so all my records are on file there. 

Sorry this is so long! And I'm sorry about my panic attack! It was just late, and something I hadn't witnessed before. Thank you all for your purrs and positive thoughts! I love all you guys!!

For those in the hurricane's path, please stay safe!! I'm so worried about you!! I can't imagine how scary it must be. All my prayers to you and your families!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Still sick :(</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/734820</link>

				<pubdate>Fri, 26 Aug 2011 00:21:39 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Monida ~ writing at catster.com</author>
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		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/734820</guid>
		<description>Oh, kitties, I don't know if anyone is up right now, but I need some advice. Monida keeps going to h ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Oh, kitties, I don't know if anyone is up right now, but I need some advice. Monida keeps going to her litter box, but not much seems to be coming out. She had a little bit of diarrhea, but not much. 

Then she walked up to me panting. This freaked me out. I was just about to rush her to the e-vet when she stopped. But now she's trying to use the litter box without much success and licking her lips like she's going to vomit.

Aside from all this, she is acting fine and just ate a bunch. I did give her some different food that might have upset her tummy.

Do I need to rush her to the vet? I'll keep an eye on her for awhile, and I'll go if I think anything is amiss, but if you have any advice, please let me know!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Purrs for a friend</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/734684</link>

				<pubdate>Thu, 25 Aug 2011 11:53:16 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Monida ~ writing at catster.com</author>
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		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/734684</guid>
		<description>Hi friends! Since you guys showed just how strong those purrs can be, I was wondering if you would p ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hi friends! Since you guys showed just how strong those purrs can be, I was wondering if you would purr for a friend of mine. 

Biggles (http://www.catster.com/cats/284781) isn't feeling well, and is at the vet's office today. He's having tests done and they think he might be developing kidney disease. :( His mom is very worried. 

Thanks everyone - you are all the best. Catster is such a great place!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>I passed my test!</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/734526</link>

				<pubdate>Wed, 24 Aug 2011 14:52:43 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Monida ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/734526</guid>
		<description>The vet just called with my blood test results. He said he couldn't ask for any better results - eve ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ The vet just called with my blood test results. He said he couldn't ask for any better results - everything was exactly what it should be. YAY!

If I'm still not feeling better in a few days, I might have to go back for an X-ray. But I just ate a little bit and while I've been mostly sleeping this afternoon, that's pretty normal for my schedule. Mom's hoping I'll be up for playing later tonight.

Thanks again friends!!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>I feel lots better, but now my mom feels sick</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/734474</link>

				<pubdate>Wed, 24 Aug 2011 09:53:24 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Monida ~ writing at catster.com</author>
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		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/734474</guid>
		<description>OMC - those purrs sure are powerful stuff! Thank you everyone for all your love and purrs! Mom got h ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ OMC - those purrs sure are powerful stuff! Thank you everyone for all your love and purrs! Mom got home last night, and I was playing and playing and playing, and when she went to go to bed, I ate a whole bunch. Then this morning I was eating and playing and being a pest! :)

Mom was torn, but decided to take me to the vet anyway just in case. She was worried if she canceled the appointment, I might start acting sick again, and she'd rather nip this in the bud. So I made her pay. Literally! MOL! Do you guys know how much a blood test costs?!? Mom said she definitely took the wrong career path.

Anyway, even though I'm feeling much better today, the vet thought I should have a blood test done since I've been acting weird for about two weeks. We should have the results later today. He also warned mom that's it's possible it's feline leukemia or even FIP, but he said he really doesn't think that's it, and neither do I.

So here's hoping I pass my blood test! 

Thanks everyone for everything!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Purrs please</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/734342</link>

				<pubdate>Tue, 23 Aug 2011 17:02:10 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Monida ~ writing at catster.com</author>
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		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/734342</guid>
		<description>Hi friends - 

I was wondering if you could spare a couple of purrs for me. I have to go to the ve ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hi friends - 

I was wondering if you could spare a couple of purrs for me. I have to go to the vet tomorrow. :( Mom says I'm not eating enough or being playful enough for her liking. *Humph* First she puts me on a diet and then she says I'm not eating enough. Humans are never happy. I'll let you know how things go tomorrow.

From mom - 

I've noticed over the past week that Monida has been eating less and less. In a 24-hour span yesterday, she ate maybe 1/6 of the food she's supposed to eat. This morning I couldn't even get her to eat wet food, and she LOVES wet food. She hasn't been playing much either and has been sleeping a lot more. I wouldn't call her lethargic, but almost like she's depressed. Anyway, I'm taking her to the vet tomorrow. Hopefully everything is ok, and it's just the heat that's bothering her, though I'm skeptical that's it. I'll let you know how it all goes. I'm already bracing myself for the "She's fat" lecture. *sigh*

Thanks friends!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Stay safe!</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/734284</link>

				<pubdate>Tue, 23 Aug 2011 12:04:14 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Monida ~ writing at catster.com</author>
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		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/734284</guid>
		<description>How are my East Coast kitty friends?! I hope you're all safe and sound. If you get a minute drop me  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ How are my East Coast kitty friends?! I hope you're all safe and sound. If you get a minute drop me a note.

Purring for you all!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>I'm a laidback lovebug!</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/733934</link>

				<pubdate>Sun, 21 Aug 2011 17:41:23 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Monida ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/733934</guid>
		<description>Tink tagged me awhile ago for the feisty game,and I finally got my mom to sit down and fill it out f ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Tink tagged me awhile ago for the feisty game,and I finally got my mom to sit down and fill it out for me!


Charlie Chocolate Paws Scales of Feistiness

1.	Do you make demands of your human? (If you answered Yes, give yourself 1 point.) Definitely. 1 point

2. If you make demands by doing any of the following, give yourself 1 point for each:
Persistent meowing 1
Biting 1
Smacky Paws 0
Relentless staring 0
Inappropriate behaviors (i.e., chewing on furniture, electrical cords, the oven) 1 - I like to scratch the corner of the bed when she won't get up!

3. If you make demands by doing any of the following, subtract 1 point:
Headbonking -1
Rubbing and purring on your human -1

4. If you let your humans rub your belly, subtract 2 points. -1 I'm gonna subtract one, because I won't let mom rub my belly really, but she can scratch up a little on my chest and neck.

5. If you let anyone kiss your belly, subtract 5 points. 0

6.	Are you Head of your Household (HOH)? (1 point if you consider yourself HOH) 1 I am TOTALLY HOH! 

7. If you have kitty (or other animal) siblings, do you:
(Give yourself 1 point for each Yes)
Eat their food? 1 Can I count a point if I eat my mom's food - I once stole a sandwich!
Demand that they groom you? 0
Chase them? 0
Stare at them relentlessly? 0
Stalk them? 0
Pounce on them? 0
Make them meow? 0
Steal their (well, *your*) toys? 0
Make them growl? 0
Make their ears go backwards? 0
Pretend to be grooming (or staring at the wall, ceiling, etc.) while actually stalking them? 0

8.	Have you ever destroyed household items? 
(1 point for each yes)
Furniture? 1 - Does a 6-week-old brand new TV count as furniture?
Clothing or shoes? 1 
Kitty Toys? 1

9.	Please list any other crazy things you do that are ridiculously feisty (1 point per).
1 - learned how to open the cupboards so I could explore and get to my treats. I'm working on figuring out the microwave now.


Total Score (Place your score/name in your Diary Title):

5

0-5 LAIDBACK LOVEBUG: You are a lovebug. You are sweet (and probably floofy) and you go with the flow. Nothing *really* bothers you and you like everybody. You don’t even mind having a feisty sibling! You are a laidback lovebug!

6-15 COOL CAT: You are one cool cat. Smooth with a touch of mischief. You’ve got a bit of feisty in you and a bit of lovebug. Balance is good; you know how to have a good time by chasing and pouncing AND you know how to have a good time by being a mellow kitty and just hanging out. You are a cool cat! 

16+ CRAZY FEISTY: You are a nut. A cheeky little monkey! Crazy, feisty, the talk of the town! Chasing kitty sisters, demanding your human feed you NOW, eating your mom’s favorite pair of shoes, turning on the oven with your freakishly strong teeth just because you can! The world is your playground and you’ll try anything once (or twice). If your human can handle the shenanigans of a CRAZY FEISTY kitty cat, all is good! If your human cannot handle the shenanigans, wait until she leaves for work to get crazy and then blame it on your sistercat when your human comes home! You are crazy feisty (and a whole lot of mischievous fun!)!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>First time for everything</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/733464</link>

				<pubdate>Fri, 19 Aug 2011 09:15:42 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Monida ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/733464</guid>
		<description>Hopefully my friends don't mind me writing about this subject, but I know how much you guys love to  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hopefully my friends don't mind me writing about this subject, but I know how much you guys love to hear about flojectiles and, lets be honest, I need to up my chances of being a DDP!

So the last few days, really, ever since my mom got home from sitting on dogs, she's noticed I haven't been quite myself. I wasn't eating all my food, but she just switched food, so she thought maybe it just kept me fuller. Then I was sleeping quite a bit more, even letting her sleep in late, which is very unusual. And I just wasn't playing at much. She wasn't sure if something was going on. 

Then last night, I horked up my first-ever hairball!! Yup. As far as mom can tell, I have never had a hairball before. Now I'm back to playing and keeping mom up in the morning! I made her get up and type this for me when she should still be sleeping! MOL!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Back!</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/732590</link>

				<pubdate>Sun, 14 Aug 2011 20:52:00 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Monida ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/732590</guid>
		<description>My mom is home! She said she had a pretty rough few days, so she's happy to be home now.

Did you  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ My mom is home! She said she had a pretty rough few days, so she's happy to be home now.

Did you guys see my figures from Tigger's Cat Fun Attic?!?! I hope my pictures uploaded - I have a couple more that didn't, so I'll have to try again after the fleas go away.

They are so cute!! Don't you love me dressed up as a Packer?! Mom is sending that one to my grandpa for his birthday, but we're a little bummed to part with it because it's so awesome. 

Hopefully I'll have some more time to spend with my Catster friends now!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>YAY!</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/731718</link>

				<pubdate>Wed, 10 Aug 2011 13:23:34 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Monida ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/731718</guid>
		<description>My friends are back!! Yay!! It's so good to see everyone again! I missed everyone so much while Cats ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ My friends are back!! Yay!! It's so good to see everyone again! I missed everyone so much while Catster had fleas. 

I have a bunch to tell you guys, but it'll have to wait. My mom is dogsitting for the next few days, so she won't be spending much time at home and won't have internet access. And I need to be mad at her for leaving me. 

So if you don't see much of me for a little bit, don't worry. I'll be back soon!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Tag, I'm it!</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/729336</link>

				<pubdate>Thu, 21 Jul 2011 22:54:57 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Monida ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/729336</guid>
		<description>A New Game- Lovebug Tag! To play, copy the 6 questions below and paste/answer them in your diary! Th ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ A New Game- Lovebug Tag! To play, copy the 6 questions below and paste/answer them in your diary! Then tag some friends to play, too!

1. Meow! Are you a noisy kitty or a quiet kitty? 
I'm noisy! Lately, I've taken to screaming in the morning. Mom's not sure why, but I just want her to get up and give me breakfast!

2. Litterbox! Cover your business or let some other kitty cover? 
I usually cover, but sometimes there are more exciting things going on, and I don't have time to cover. Or sometimes mom has company, and then I leave it for all to enjoy.

3. Happy! Favorite Daily Routine?
Snuggling with mom in the morning and getting lots of head and chin skritches.

4. Hiss! Least Favorite Routine?
Having my nails clipped. I once slapped mom for trying.

5. Ding-Dong! What do you think about visitors to your house?
I used to really like them and check out whoever walked through the door, but something's changed recently and now I hide. Mom isn't sure what happened, but she thinks maybe our landlord came in unannounced and scared me.

6. Friends! Do you like other animals?
I'm not sure. I've only met a few other animals, and I'm never around them long enough to decide how I feel.

Here are some friends that I am tagging! Please, no one feel left out- if you are reading this and you want to play, consider yourself tagged! Be sure to let your friends know they've been tagged by sending them a message or rosette! Angels can play, too! Tell us about your life at the bridge or your life at home before the bridge!

I tag all my friends who want to play! This is fun!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Stay cool</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/729203</link>

				<pubdate>Thu, 21 Jul 2011 00:01:48 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Monida ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/729203</guid>
		<description>Hello everybody!

I'm purring for my friends who are in the middle of a heat wave right now. Stay  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hello everybody!

I'm purring for my friends who are in the middle of a heat wave right now. Stay cool kitties! It's been in the low 90s here, and that's miserable, so I can't even begin to imagine what it must be like in other places. I hope everyone is safe and sound!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Summer shopping</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/727278</link>

				<pubdate>Sun, 3 Jul 2011 08:15:25 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Monida ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/727278</guid>
		<description>Happy July 4th weekend everyone! I hope everyone is staying cool. It's already starting to get prett ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Happy July 4th weekend everyone! I hope everyone is staying cool. It's already starting to get pretty warm here, and it's only 9 a.m. It's gonna be a long, hot day.

Have you all heard about my best pal Tigger's new etsy shop, <a  class=bodyTextRev target=site  onClick="alert('Catster Alert: You are about to visit an outside link that was submitted by this pet owner.');" href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/TheCatFunAttic">The Cat Fun Attic</a>? If you're in the market for new cat toys, you have got to check it out! 

Tigger's dad even makes custom figurines! They are so adorable!!!

Be sure to check it out!!

Also, be sure to drop by the Purr it Forward group and make some new friends. Mom's gonna try catching up today, depending on if the apartment stays cool enough to have the computer on. She's been such a slacker the past few weeks. 

Have a safe and wonderful holiday!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Here we go again</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/727038</link>

				<pubdate>Thu, 30 Jun 2011 21:44:33 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Monida ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/727038</guid>
		<description>Hi friends! 

Mom's freaking out again - she does this every summer. See, our little apartment can ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hi friends! 

Mom's freaking out again - she does this every summer. See, our little apartment can get pretty warm and we don't have AC. And this weekend it's supposed to get to almost 100 degrees! Mom has  to work on Monday, and it's supposed to get to 95. Her question is, do you think I'll be OK in the apartment even though it'll get pretty stuffy and hot? She doesn't know what else she can really do. If it weren't the holiday weekend, she might consider getting a hotel room, but everything is booked here. And the kitty spa is probably also booked, plus the stress might not be worth it either.

What do you guys think? What do you do to stay cool in the summer?]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Memorial Day and more</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/723609</link>

				<pubdate>Sun, 29 May 2011 22:51:02 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Monida ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/723609</guid>
		<description>Hello all - 

I would like to take a minute to thank all the veterans out there for all you do! Mo ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hello all - 

I would like to take a minute to thank all the veterans out there for all you do! Mom read a story yesterday that 8 in 10 people don't know the meaning behind Memorial Day. Isn't that sad? I think what you all do is amazing! 

Guess what! Today is my 2-year Catster anniversary! I checked out my page, and sure enough - I have two candles on my cake! What a two years it's been! I sure have made some wonderful friends in that time! I didn't do much to celebrate. It was raining again today, so mom and I spent most of the day napping. I guess if I have to choose between snow and rain, I'll take rain - but I'd really like some sun.

If you don't mind, could you spare some purrs for the people in Montana, Idaho and North Dakota who are about to get flooded? My grandparents live in Montana, and they said it's unbelievable how high and fast the Yellowstone River is going, and it's been raining nonstop. To make matters worse, because it's been so cool, none of the snowpack has melted, which means there will be even more water coming soon! My grandma said that they got more rain in a month than they usually get in an entire year! 

Well, I'm off for some more napping! Later friends!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>In shock</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/723134</link>

				<pubdate>Wed, 25 May 2011 12:08:33 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Monida ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/723134</guid>
		<description>Indy, one of my greatest pals on Catster, has gone to the bridge. It was very sudden, and I know his ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Indy, one of my greatest pals on Catster, has gone to the bridge. It was very sudden, and I know his mom's heart is breaking.

Indy - I'm going to miss you so much. You always had the nicest things to say to me. 

I'm too sad to write any more. :(]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Help for a friend</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/722215</link>

				<pubdate>Mon, 16 May 2011 13:32:50 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Monida ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/722215</guid>
		<description>Hi all - 

This is my new friend Phoenix: http://www.catster.com/cats/1187445.

He lives in Nort ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hi all - 

This is my new friend Phoenix: http://www.catster.com/cats/1187445.

He lives in Northern Virginia, and his mom must try to find a new home for him and is very sad. :( Maybe some Catsters living in the area might know of some resources to help.

Please stop by if you can.]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>My friend Adam</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/721924</link>

				<pubdate>Fri, 13 May 2011 14:52:13 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Monida ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/721924</guid>
		<description>I just read that my good pal Adam Dylan has gone to the Rainbow Bridge. If you wouldn't mind stoppin ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ I just read that my good pal Adam Dylan has gone to the Rainbow Bridge. If you wouldn't mind stopping by his page and offering his mom some words of support, I'm sure she'd appreciate it. She tried so hard for so long to keep her little guy healthy. http://www.catster.com/cats/72195

Fly free, Adam. We love you!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Back from the vet</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/721789</link>

				<pubdate>Thu, 12 May 2011 11:30:25 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Monida ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/721789</guid>
		<description>Hi friends - 

I'm feeling kinda blue today. :( It was bad enough that mom shoved me in the carrie ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hi friends - 

I'm feeling kinda blue today. :( It was bad enough that mom shoved me in the carrier and made me go to the vet for my yearly wellness exam. But then we found out I've gained some weight. Mom was so sure I had lost some since I jump and play more than ever before.

The vet said I was overweight and said I'm not allowed to have any more treats. :( And mom has to really watch how much food I'm getting every day. The vet also doesn't like that I'm getting Blue Buffalo. Now mom doesn't know if she should switch my food or not.

It's not a fun day when you're called fat.]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>So many birthdays!</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/720673</link>

				<pubdate>Sun, 1 May 2011 20:10:06 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Monida ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/720673</guid>
		<description>It's a busy day for birthdays today! I hope you all had wonderful celebrations either here or at the ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ It's a busy day for birthdays today! I hope you all had wonderful celebrations either here or at the Bridge! What a special day!

Happy birthday to: 

Kaci Sunshine
Hazel Lucy
Little Bit
Cleopatra-Grace
Tigger misses Boxie
James Potter
Lily Jane Potter
Blue of Calico Junction
Brantley
Jubilee
Eva (forever loved)
Hammy
Salem
Kika
Scampie

----

P.S. Be sure to check out the group <a  class=bodyTextRev target=site href="http://www.catster.com/group/Purr_it_forward-18393">Purr it Forward</a> to make some new friends and spread the Catster love.]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>I'm back!</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/720346</link>

				<pubdate>Thu, 28 Apr 2011 19:26:46 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Monida ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/720346</guid>
		<description>Hi kitties! I'm back! I went to my grandparents' for Easter! I had quite the adventure. I'm not so m ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hi kitties! I'm back! I went to my grandparents' for Easter! I had quite the adventure. I'm not so much a fan of the nine-hour drive, but it's fun having a new house to explore. Then my uncle brought over his dumb, smelly dog and his new kitty. I finally got used to the kitty, but I hate that dog. Grrr.

But I got lots of treats and lots of people food since my grandparents can't resist me. My grandpa is my best buddy! I love him so much and he gives me toast with butter! 

And guess what! The town had Tiki catfood! Mom can't get it anywhere around here so she bought me some! Oh my that is amazing stuff!! 

Well, I'm pretty exhausted from the drive, so I'm gonna take a nap. I hope everyone is doing OK, especially those kitties down south - I'm purring for you all!!

Sorry I missed some special days. :( I'll try to catch up!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Happy Easter!</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/719530</link>

				<pubdate>Thu, 21 Apr 2011 18:35:02 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Monida ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/719530</guid>
		<description>Hello everyone! 

Mom and I just wanted to let you all know that we'll have pretty limited access  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hello everyone! 

Mom and I just wanted to let you all know that we'll have pretty limited access to Catster for the next week or so, so don't worry if you don't hear from us. Also, we're sorry for any special days we might miss.

I hope everyone has a wonderful Easter!

P.S. Thanks for all the comments on my last diary entry! I'm glad to hear I'm not the only cat who doesn't love the sun! :)]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Just a question</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/719390</link>

				<pubdate>Wed, 20 Apr 2011 15:02:25 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Monida ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/719390</guid>
		<description>So mom has a question for all you kitties out there. She was looking at pictures of the beautiful Ka ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ So mom has a question for all you kitties out there. She was looking at pictures of the beautiful Kaci sitting in sun, and she was curious if there are any other kitties who don't like sitting in sunbeams? 

I don't like to sit in the sun. In fact, I will go into my carrier to sleep just to avoid the sun! I like to curl up under the blankets where it's warm and nice and dark. Mom thinks I'm really weird.]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Thank you for being a friend</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/719197</link>

				<pubdate>Tue, 19 Apr 2011 00:35:55 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Monida ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/719197</guid>
		<description>Hi pals! 

I just wanted to let everyone know of this great group that the Pharaoh Loki and Chef R ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hi pals! 

I just wanted to let everyone know of this great group that the Pharaoh Loki and Chef Rooster have created. It's called <a  class=bodyTextRev target=site href="http://www.catster.com/group/Purr_it_forward-18393">Purr It Forward</a>. It's a group to get the word out about kitties that are in need of new friends. 

I think this is such a great idea. When I first started on Catster, I was kinda scared. I didn't ask too many people to be my friends, and I was kinda intimidated. But once I saw how amazingly nice everyone was (is) and once I got up the courage to make some new friends, I found out just what an amazing community this really is! 

So please head over and make some new friends. I know they'll appreciate it! Even now I get super excited when I see that someone has requested to be my friend! :)]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Lazy day</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/718284</link>

				<pubdate>Sun, 10 Apr 2011 17:59:20 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Monida ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/718284</guid>
		<description>Hi kitty friends - 

I don't have much to report today - I'm just lazing around catching up on my  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hi kitty friends - 

I don't have much to report today - I'm just lazing around catching up on my naps. I just thought I'd drop by to let you know how much I love all you guys! Thanks for being my friends!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Thank you, thank you!</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/718069</link>

				<pubdate>Fri, 8 Apr 2011 21:12:08 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Monida ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/718069</guid>
		<description>Thank you for celebrating my gotcha day with me friends! I love you all so much - you made my day so ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Thank you for celebrating my gotcha day with me friends! I love you all so much - you made my day so special.

Mom can't believe I've been with her for two years. She says it feels like I just got here, but also that I've been here forever. All I know is I'm glad she took me out of that scary shelter cage and brought me to my forever home where I'm pampered and spoiled!

Thank you to everyone who left me comments and sent me pmails! I love hearing from you so much! 

And thank you for the gifts! My page sure is ready for spring with all the flowers and buggies!

World's Coolest Istar: Adopt a pet ribbon
Anonymous: Ladybug (Thanks whoever you are!)
Hunter: Ladybug
Wyatt: Tulips
Riley and Skippy: Tulips
Kibbles, Francis, Yoda and The Crew: Tulips
Da Tabbies: Adopt a pet ribbon
Monster: Tulips
Nonny: Tulips
Teebo, Callie and Rose: Adopt a pet ribbon
River and Simone: Adopt a pet ribbon
Adam Dylan and the gang of furs: Tulips
Siggy: Tulips
Luke: Pink ribbon
Toki: Ladybug
Sparky: Purple flower
Tigger, Cali, Sobe and Scaredy Cat (in memory): Cupcake
Nikolai Dreamboat #24: Purple flower
Merlin: Heart

I sure hope I didn't forget anyone. Please let me know if I did!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>What a day!</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/717235</link>

				<pubdate>Fri, 1 Apr 2011 14:32:14 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Monida ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/717235</guid>
		<description>Thank you friends for celebrating my Gotcha Day with me! Thank you for all the pmails and presents!  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Thank you friends for celebrating my Gotcha Day with me! Thank you for all the pmails and presents! You guys are the best!

Happy birthday to all my friends who are celebrating today! 

I'll be back later to do a better entry, but right now my typist is stuck at work. :(

Happy April Fool's day!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Update!</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/716370</link>

				<pubdate>Sat, 26 Mar 2011 00:00:10 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Monida ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/716370</guid>
		<description>Hi friends! 

Mom and I would like to thank you for your comments,concern and rosies! You all are  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hi friends! 

Mom and I would like to thank you for your comments,concern and rosies! You all are the best! We thought we'd give you an update.

They caught the kid who was the reason for the standoff. (He's only 18!) Luckily, where they found him wasn't anywhere near where we live. So hopefully things can go back to normal again! We've had all the excitement we can handle.]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>View from my window</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/716250</link>

				<pubdate>Fri, 25 Mar 2011 00:46:12 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Monida ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/716250</guid>
		<description>I have to tell you all what I saw tonight from my window! An armed standoff with the SWAT team! Mom  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ I have to tell you all what I saw tonight from my window! An armed standoff with the SWAT team! Mom got home from the mall and as she was walking to the apartment, she noticed two police officers hiding around the corner of the apartment complex behind us, and two more hiding behind a big storage truck. We watched from the window as they would creep around the corner and then run back. Then mom noticed they pointed at an apartment with big rifles! That's when we got a little scared. She wouldn't let me sit on the windowsill anymore. 

Mom watched a little longer and then three more officers came out of nowhere. She moved away from the window and heard *pop* *pop* *pop.* Oh my cats! Gunfire! We found out later that they actually shot bean bags into the apartment.

They were there for hours, and in the end, the apartment was empty! They're still looking for the suspect. Mom says we might have to think about moving since this isn't the first time something scary has happened by our apartment.]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>A no good, terrible, rotten week</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/715216</link>

				<pubdate>Wed, 16 Mar 2011 17:26:53 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Monida ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/715216</guid>
		<description>It's raining here, the sky gray and sad - a perfect match to my mood today. This past week has been  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ It's raining here, the sky gray and sad - a perfect match to my mood today. This past week has been so devastating. I've lost so many good friends in such a short time - Henry, Hermie, Hazel Lucy and now Marrakech. It's just too much. 

To my beautiful friends who have left for the bridge, please know how much I love you, and I'm keeping you and your families in my prayers. If there's any way I can help, please, please, don't hesitate to ask. 

I love all my friends. You are all so amazing, and I hope you know how much you all mean to me.

I think I'm gonna go curl back up in bed. :(

Sad purrs.]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>A sad update</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/714395</link>

				<pubdate>Thu, 10 Mar 2011 23:33:48 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Monida ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/714395</guid>
		<description>Oh kitties, I have some terrible news. My friend Henry didn't make it. :( My heart is just aching. I ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Oh kitties, I have some terrible news. My friend Henry didn't make it. :( My heart is just aching. I love him so much. Mom and I would wait up every night to read his diary entry before going to bed. We're just so sad. 

I'm not sure what else to say. Rest in peace Henry. You'll be so very missed.]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Emergency purrs needed for a friend!!</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/714375</link>

				<pubdate>Thu, 10 Mar 2011 19:23:14 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Monida ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/714375</guid>
		<description>Everyone, could you please purr for my good friend Henry? He lives in the U.K. and was hit by a car. ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Everyone, could you please purr for my good friend <a  class=bodyTextRev target=site href="http://www.catster.com/cats/583663">Henry</a>? He lives in the U.K. and was hit by a car. :( I'm so worried about him. He was one of my very first friends, and I'm just so worried. If you could pop over to his page and offer some support, I'm sure his mom would appreciate it.]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>I'm in so much trouble</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/712045</link>

				<pubdate>Fri, 18 Feb 2011 15:44:02 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Monida ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/712045</guid>
		<description>Oh kitties, I am in the doghouse. I broke mom's brand new TV today. She's only had it for about six  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Oh kitties, I am in the doghouse. I broke mom's brand new TV today. She's only had it for about six weeks and saved up lots of money for a long time to buy it. 

I jumped onto the stand where the TV was and stood up, then took my front paws and brought the TV crashing down. It hit the corner of the stand, and even though the screen looks like it's ok, when you turn it on, it looks like someone threw a rock into the screen. 

I could tell I was in big trouble cause I poofed out and skaddaddled my butt under the bed. I hope my mom can forgive me. And I'm going to miss watching Animal Planet. :(]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>A favor?</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/711832</link>

				<pubdate>Wed, 16 Feb 2011 21:24:20 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Monida ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/711832</guid>
		<description>Hi friends - 

I was wondering if I could ask for a favor? My human great-grandma is having a hard ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hi friends - 

I was wondering if I could ask for a favor? My human great-grandma is having a hard time with her eyes. She lost most of her vision to glaucoma last year, and now she's lost all her sight in one eye. She might need a cornea transplant.

If you have a spare purr, would you mind purring for her? She's such a wonderful lady. Normally, I wouldn't say anything about my human family, but I've seen such miracles on Catster, that I'm hoping for small one for one of my favorite humans.

Thanks everyone! I love all of you!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>What a week!</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/710780</link>

				<pubdate>Wed, 9 Feb 2011 17:25:18 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Monida ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/710780</guid>
		<description>Hello everyone!

It has been a fantastic week! My Green Bay Packers won the Super Bowl, and then I ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hello everyone!

It has been a fantastic week! My Green Bay Packers won the Super Bowl, and then I was picked to be Cat of the Week over at Kewlest Catster Kitties! Can you believe it? I'm so honored!

I hope everyone is having a great week! Oh, can everyone purr for my pal <a  class=bodyTextRev target=site href="http://www.catster.com/cats/1089030">Ashlynne</a>? She just found out she'll likely have to have her eye removed. :( 

Take care kitties!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Tigger Tag</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/709863</link>

				<pubdate>Wed, 2 Feb 2011 19:33:48 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Monida ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/709863</guid>
		<description>Hi everyone! My pal Tigger came up with this tag game, and it's great! All you have to do is answer  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hi everyone! My pal Tigger came up with this tag game, and it's great! All you have to do is answer one question:

What does your Human say to you most often? 

I think it's a tossup of Mon-ida! In that Monida-stop-whatever-you're-doing-right-this-instant tone.

Or it could be "Get away - leave me alone, I'm trying to eat!" I wouldn't have to bug her if she would only share! :)


I tag everyone who reads this!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Winter blahs</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/709703</link>

				<pubdate>Wed, 2 Feb 2011 00:29:37 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Monida ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/709703</guid>
		<description>Hello kitties! 

I hope everyone is staying warm and cozy in this cold weather! Right now, it's mi ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hello kitties! 

I hope everyone is staying warm and cozy in this cold weather! Right now, it's minus 13 here! That's just too cold. But luckily, we haven't gotten any snow. 

Sorry I haven't been around much lately. Mom said winter has been taking it out of her. She says she misses the sun. I asked her why she doesn't just sleep all the day like I do. She just glared at me. I was just trying to help.

Is every kitty ready for the Super Bowl? Who's everyone cheering for? I'm cheering for the Packers! I'm getting kinda nervous. I hope it's a good game!

Take care kitties!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Tag! And a special weekend!</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/709126</link>

				<pubdate>Sat, 29 Jan 2011 00:19:32 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Monida ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/709126</guid>
		<description>Hi everyone! I'm so excited cause it's a special weekend! Tigger is hosting the Miss Kitty Memorial  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hi everyone! I'm so excited cause it's a special weekend! Tigger is hosting the Miss Kitty Memorial Mini Golf Tournament at Tigger's Arcade this weekend. I can't wait! It's going to be so much fun! Come join us!!

Everyone is playing tag, and I wanted to join in. I'm supposed to list five things my mom does that annoy me. 

1. Closing the door to the bathroom at night. Mom! I need to check it out to make sure everything is OK and there are no monsters. 

2. Not playing with me early in the morning. When I drop a soaking wet pipe cleaner on you, that means it's time to play!

3. Not giving me the bread she's eating. I love bread! Give me, give me, give me!

4. Trying to clip my toe nails. I've taken to slapping her across the face when she tries.

5. Making me move when I'm all comfy on the couch. Grrr. I was sitting there first! You find a different place to sit.

I tag anyone who hasn't played yet!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>I get no respect</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/704082</link>

				<pubdate>Mon, 20 Dec 2010 16:51:32 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Monida ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/704082</guid>
		<description>My mom's been sick for the past few days. She is a horrible, whiny sick person. Don't let her try to ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ My mom's been sick for the past few days. She is a horrible, whiny sick person. Don't let her try to tell you otherwise. I've been trying to be comforting and nice to help her get over her cold, but do you know what she did to me this morning?

She SNEEZED ALL OVER ME! 

I was all curled up in my cute way when AAAHHHCHOOO! Suddenly I was covered in sneezy particles. Gross!! I just looked at her like "What the?" I think she felt bad, but I went to find a new place to sleep. Can't risk getting sneezed on again!

Sheesh. What's a cat to do?]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Ka-POW!</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/703187</link>

				<pubdate>Mon, 13 Dec 2010 21:32:14 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Monida ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/703187</guid>
		<description>So tonight my mom decided she was going to clip my nails. She got one paw done, and tried to go for  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ So tonight my mom decided she was going to clip my nails. She got one paw done, and tried to go for the other. I had enough of that nonsense so what did I do? I smacky-pawed her across the face! That'll teach her!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>A call to purrs</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/702770</link>

				<pubdate>Fri, 10 Dec 2010 14:39:44 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Monida ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/702770</guid>
		<description>Can everyone please purr for my new friend Smushy? http://www.catster.com/cats/455645

He might be ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Can everyone please purr for my new friend Smushy? http://www.catster.com/cats/455645

He might be very sick and could use some love and support. If you wouldn't mind, will you please head over and leave an encouraging word or two. We all know how strong the power of the purr is!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>So thankful</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/700865</link>

				<pubdate>Wed, 24 Nov 2010 20:25:31 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Monida ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/700865</guid>
		<description>Happy Thanksgiving my dear friends!

I am so thankful for all of you! I hope you all have a wonder ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Happy Thanksgiving my dear friends!

I am so thankful for all of you! I hope you all have a wonderful holiday with your families! 

I'm so thankful I have a warm home! We had a big blizzard yesterday, and today it was 13 below with wind chill! I'm so lucky to have a warm bed and food. Please purr for all the kitties and doggies and people who are less fortunate and have to endure these hard conditions. 

Mom's working tomorrow, so no turkey for us. But that's all right. As long as I get to cuddle under the covers, I'll be OK. :) Plus, she said she might get me a new toy on Black Friday!

Love you all!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Changes</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/700021</link>

				<pubdate>Thu, 18 Nov 2010 15:21:44 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Monida ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/700021</guid>
		<description>Hey - it looks like the updates on who commented on what diary are gone. I didn't really mind them,  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hey - it looks like the updates on who commented on what diary are gone. I didn't really mind them, except I wish that it didn't show up as new activity for the kitty. I think I missed a lot of new stuff that way. If that makes sense at all!

Hope everyone's having a good Thursday! I hope to have more Catster time soon now that mom's done dogsitting. See you guys soon!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>About time</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/697755</link>

				<pubdate>Sun, 31 Oct 2010 22:01:10 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Monida ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/697755</guid>
		<description>Well, I finally am making my mom do my thank yous for all the nice presents my friends sent me for m ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Well, I finally am making my mom do my thank yous for all the nice presents my friends sent me for my birthday. Thanks everyone!! It means so much to me!


Luke, Tully, Sammy and Natasha - candy corn
Sassy - steak
Hunter - pink ribbon
Tilly - shrimp
Gunnarr T, Miss Muppet Forever Loved and Peekaboo - rainbow
The family of Chai Latte, Little Bit (Mrs. PURRince), Sugar Bear (Mrs. Precious), Misty - Sweet Angel - candy corn
Ishtar - shrimp
The family of Finnegan, Lacey and Alex - steak
The family of Kaci Sunshine (Purring for you Kaci!), Miss Mittens (Gentle Angel), Abby at the Rainbow Bridge, Pete (Forever Loved) and more - candy corn
Nonny - pink ribbon
Kally Kat - pink ribbon
The family of Adam Dylan, Eve Layla, Puddin Keket, Puff Amenti and more - bat
Sonny Bono - pink ribbon
Annie - the Junctions Spokescat - pink shrimp
Luke - pink ribbon
The family of Simone, River, Lili (Rescued and adopted), Samantha (Adopted) and more - candy corn
Allie Kat and Family - pink shrimp
Edgar, Salem, Lucy and the angels - party hat
Pounce - birthday cake
Kitty Pryde and Indiana - cupcake
Mugsy - mouse
Teebo, Callie and Rose - cupcake
Ashlynne, Beepers and family - cupcake
Tigger, Cali, Sobe and Scaredy Cat (In memory) - cupcake
Kallie and Joey - birthday cake
Wyatt - cupcake
The family of Nuk/Anuk, Tagg (Guardian Angel), Gabby and Sweets - diamond
The family of Ringo, Webster and Dusty the Puppy Cat - crown
And I got lovely pink-ribbon kitties from: 
The family of Timmy Tomcat, Toby Tomcat, Buddy Tomcat, Inky (RIP) and more
Jezebel
Sugar (I miss you Sugar!)
The family of Sonny Bono, Presley and Paris
The family of Tony, Anna, Greystone, Sammy and more
Simon and Reuben (an angel)
Kibbles, Francis and Yoda
Riley and Skippy Skipsters
Pigeon

Wow! Thanks everyone! I sure hope I didn't forget anyone. It's my mom's fault if I did! :)

-----
P.S. - I entered the World's Coolest contest. Here are <a  class=bodyTextRev target=site href="http://www.catster.com/show10/vote_pet.php?i=995239">My entries</a>. I'm having so much fun voting. I find it really hard to give anyone less then 5 paws - the pictures are great!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Question from mom</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/696684</link>

				<pubdate>Sat, 23 Oct 2010 23:59:59 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Monida ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/696684</guid>
		<description>So mom was looking at the futon the other day, which happens to be black and white. And she noticed  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ So mom was looking at the futon the other day, which happens to be black and white. And she noticed that the white is looking very dingy. Then she looked at me. Then she decided I needed a bath. WHAT!? What did I do?!?! 

Anyway, she was wondering if anyone has tried the waterless shampoos and if they work or not. She tried putting me in water, but I managed to convince her with my claws that that wasn't such a good idea.

Mom said she'd appreciate any advice, but I don't think I would! :)]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>My apologies</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/695759</link>

				<pubdate>Sat, 16 Oct 2010 23:17:29 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Monida ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/695759</guid>
		<description>Hello friends! 

I'm sorry I haven't been around too much to play lately, and I am sad to say I pr ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hello friends! 

I'm sorry I haven't been around too much to play lately, and I am sad to say I probably won't be around much for a few more days. I still need mom to do my thank yous for all the wonderful gifts you've given me for my birthday! Bad Mom! She promises to do them when things slow down a bit.

So kitties, I'll see you in a few days! Be safe!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Best. Birthday. Ever!</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/694507</link>

				<pubdate>Fri, 8 Oct 2010 01:29:14 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Monida ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/694507</guid>
		<description>OMC! Thank you friends for celebrating my birthday with my. I can't believe all the nice presents, c ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ OMC! Thank you friends for celebrating my birthday with my. I can't believe all the nice presents, comments and pmails I got. You guys are the best!

I can't believe I'm two! That means I've been in my forever home for a year and a half! Mom can't believe it. It seems like just yesterday I adopted mom and moved in. 

Thanks everyone! You have made my birthday so special. I love you guys!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>It's back!</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/693679</link>

				<pubdate>Sat, 2 Oct 2010 00:42:28 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Monida ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/693679</guid>
		<description>My friends Dusty the Puppycat, Colette Sidonie-Samantha and Jezebel let me know that the free gift i ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ My friends Dusty the Puppycat, Colette Sidonie-Samantha and Jezebel let me know that the free gift is back! Now the kitty is wearing a pink ribbon to support the fight against breast cancer. Yay! Thanks Catster! My mom better not procrastinate this time around!

And thanks to all my friends for your wonderful comments and gifts! You guys are the best!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Aww man!</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/693516</link>

				<pubdate>Fri, 1 Oct 2010 00:32:25 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Monida ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/693516</guid>
		<description>I wanted to send all my friends those pretty hearts Catster had, but it looked like they went away.  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ I wanted to send all my friends those pretty hearts Catster had, but it looked like they went away. :( Maybe if my mom wasn't such a procrastinator. Grr. Well, to all my friends - please know I've been thinking of you all and hope you're all doing well!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Summer vacations</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/691230</link>

				<pubdate>Wed, 15 Sep 2010 07:38:01 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Monida ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/691230</guid>
		<description>I thought since summer is ending and fall is arriving, it'd be nice to take a moment to remember our ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ I thought since summer is ending and fall is arriving, it'd be nice to take a moment to remember our summers. 

So I'm challenging all my kitty friends to head over to <a  class=bodyTextRev target=site href="http://www.catster.com/group/Catster_fun_time-17898">Catster Fun Time</a> to write about "What I did this summer." 

There hasn't been too much activity in the group lately, but please feel free to join in our poem writing, or leave some trivia.

Meows to every kitty!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Sigh</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/690617</link>

				<pubdate>Sat, 11 Sep 2010 10:32:27 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Monida ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/690617</guid>
		<description>I was hoping not to do this, but here goes.

It seems like every time Catster gets back to being t ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ I was hoping not to do this, but here goes.

It seems like every time Catster gets back to being the fun place we know and love, new drama springs up. It's my belief that the only ones who can make this an unhappy community are the community members themselves. 

I have so many friends who are in desperate need of purrs, and I fear they are being forgotten amid all this negativity. Please, put aside your anger and go to a kitty's page and leave a happy comment and offer some support. Isn't that what the spirit of this place is all about?

In the end, I know I can't control the actions of any other cat, but please know that I love each and every one of my friends, and even when I'm too busy to write, I try my hardest to keep up with how everyone is doing. I worry when I haven't heard from a kitty in awhile, and it breaks my heart when any kitty considers leaving.]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Happy Weekend!</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/690570</link>

				<pubdate>Sat, 11 Sep 2010 01:52:07 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Monida ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/690570</guid>
		<description>Hi everyone! I hope all your weekends are off to a good start!

I'm sorry I haven't been around to ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hi everyone! I hope all your weekends are off to a good start!

I'm sorry I haven't been around too much. My mom has been so busy, she doesn't even have hours to cuddle with me anymore. :( But I'm hoping things slow down so we have more time to play!

Thanks to everyone who was so nice to send me those beautiful hearts! My page looks great. You guys are such great friends!

Well, that's all I have to report for the day. What has everyone been up to?

P.S. Did you see that my new friend <a  class=bodyTextRev target=site href="http://www.catster.com/cats/1152873">Sobe</a> is Diary of the Day. Whoohoo Sobe!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Is it true?</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/690340</link>

				<pubdate>Thu, 9 Sep 2010 14:07:39 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Monida ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/690340</guid>
		<description>I think the Catster friend updates are working again! It looks like they're in order! Whooho! I can  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ I think the Catster friend updates are working again! It looks like they're in order! Whooho! I can keep up with my friends again!

Happy Thursday everyone!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Treats for all!</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/689033</link>

				<pubdate>Tue, 31 Aug 2010 22:00:10 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Monida ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/689033</guid>
		<description>OMC! I have so many treats on my page! I think I have an idea on who left them ... perhaps as part o ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ OMC! I have so many treats on my page! I think I have an idea on who left them ... perhaps as part of a conspiracy? Interesting ...

In any case, come on over to my page and enjoy some delicious treats! I'm already nomming away at them!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Grumble, grumble, grumble</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/688804</link>

				<pubdate>Mon, 30 Aug 2010 15:24:32 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Monida ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/688804</guid>
		<description>Well, my friends' activity still isn't updating, but I have been assured by the Techno Cats that the ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Well, my friends' activity still isn't updating, but I have been assured by the Techno Cats that they are looking into the problem. I hope they fix it soon - it's driving me insane!

In the meantime, I think I'm going to get some fishing practice in before Tigger's big fishing weekend!

Also, please purr for my bestest friend <a  class=bodyTextRev target=site href="http://www.catster.com/cats/1009698">Pounce</a>. She's in the kitty hospital and I'm so worried about her!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Friend updates?</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/688387</link>

				<pubdate>Fri, 27 Aug 2010 14:36:50 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Monida ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/688387</guid>
		<description>Is anyone else having problems with their recent friends' activity? When I click on it, it's only a  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Is anyone else having problems with their recent friends' activity? When I click on it, it's only a few postings from kitties from a few days ago. I'm sure this is just a temporary thing, but I miss seeing what my friends are up to. For some reason, the purr board refuses to open the pages I click on, so I need the other listing.]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>I'm back!</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/688306</link>

				<pubdate>Fri, 27 Aug 2010 00:31:48 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Monida ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/688306</guid>
		<description>Hi kitties! 

Well, my mom is finally giving me some time to write in my diary and play! I hope I  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hi kitties! 

Well, my mom is finally giving me some time to write in my diary and play! I hope I didn't miss too many special days!

I've been really sneezy lately, and mom says if I don't stop I have to go to the vet. EEKK!! But I'm playing and running and eating just fine, so mom can't decide if I'm sick or not. 

There isn't too much else going on here. I hope all of you are having a great summer! Enjoy the sun while it lasts!

P.S. If you have some free time, check out <a  class=bodyTextRev target=site href="http://www.catster.com/group/Catster_fun_time-17898">Catster Fun Time</a>. We've got lots going on, including an epic poem!

And I'm really excited for the fishing tournament at <a  class=bodyTextRev target=site href="http://www.catster.com/group/Tiggers_arcade-16321">Tigger's Arcade</a>. Oh! I better get to practicing!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>World Cat Day!</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/685632</link>

				<pubdate>Sun, 8 Aug 2010 20:51:16 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Monida ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/685632</guid>
		<description>Hi everyone! Well, mom finally gave me time to play! I said she had to, it being World Cat Day an al ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hi everyone! Well, mom finally gave me time to play! I said she had to, it being World Cat Day an all!

I probably won't be around much for the next few weeks since my mom is going to be really busy. :( So I'll apologize in advance if I miss any honors. I'll try to catch up as soon as I can.

I love this tag game, and wanted to play too!

1. You know some people call us moody, stubborn, capricious or not willing to learn. what is your opinion about such cat prejudices?

I have never seen you be moody! You might have a bit of a stubborn streak, but it's one of the things I love about you. As to not being willing to learn? I couldn't think of anything further from the truth. You learned how to open cupboards and drawers. You know that scratching my bed is the best way to get me up. You never do it otherwise. You are one of the smartest animals I've ever met!

2. Tell me: how do you remember our first day together in our home?

I still feel really bad about that day. I had made the decision to adopt you and went to the shelter to fill out the paperwork. You weren't supposed to be available until the next day, which was perfect since I had the day off. But for some reason, the shelter insisted I had to take you home that night. I also had to work until midnight. I didn't have anything ready! So on my dinner break, I grabbed a cheap litter box, some cheap litter and a toy or two. Then I swung by the shelter and picked you up. I didn't have a case, so you wandered in my car as I drove, at one point walking underneath my pedals. I was so scared. When we finally got to my apartment, I only had enough time to fix your box and set out some food and leave. You were so scared, left alone in this new place. When I finally finished work and rushed home, you greeted me. It worked out ok, but it's not how I wanted your first day to be.

3. You have taught me so much – but what did you learn from me? 

You have taught me patience and love. And that you think my decorating skills are terrible. :) I have learned to be much more flexible in my life - that a little cat hair on the couch or pillow won't cause the world to end. You've helped me calm down and not stress so much. It's easy to forget about work when you're purring in my ear.

4. Have you ever wished – even for a second – that i was someone else? 
If I did, it was during the first week you were home. You were (and are) a very vocal cat, and for the first week you screamed and cried and talked constantly, in addition to keeping me up all night. You are my first cat, so I was scared, tired and stressed. I wished you were a little calmer. But after a week or so, we got used to each other, and things have been amazing ever since then!

5. What if we'd change bodies for a day? 

I imagine you would spend your time exploring every closet and cupboard and anywhere else you haven't been able to get to. You would enjoy the outdoors. I would enjoy not having to work and sleeping all day! :)

6. Could you name those of my habits you would not want to miss?

The way you have to be touching me when you sleep. How you'll put out a paw just to make sure I'm still there. Or how you'll sleep on my tummy and wrap your paws around my neck. I would be so sad if I didn't have that.

7. Let's imagine we could go back in time – how would you estimate the probability that you would adopt me again?
100 percent! Despite a rough start, I couldn't imagine not having you in my life!!

8. Just one last question: which big cats do you like best?

Oh, I don't think I could pick a favorite. They are all so majestic!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Thank you!</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/685625</link>

				<pubdate>Sun, 8 Aug 2010 20:19:39 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Monida ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/685625</guid>
		<description>Well, my mom is finally getting around to helping me with my thank yous from my Cat of the Day honor ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Well, my mom is finally getting around to helping me with my thank yous from my Cat of the Day honor. I'm sorry they took so long! Humans. Sheesh. :)

Thank you all for celebrating with me. It means so very much to me!!

Thank you to:

Muppet for the beautiful crown.
Sweet Angel Rosie for the shiny crown.
Milo and family for the sparkling crown and a beautiful congratulations picture.
The family of Kitty Pryde, Indiana and Angel Marley for the gorgeous crown.
Sassy for the fancy crown! My mom is jealous of all my crowns! MOL!
The family of Sally ♥ Sweet Angel, Lucy, Sophie, Charlie  for the sparkling diamond.
The family of Nuk Anuk, }Taag{ Guardian Angel, Sweets and Gabby for the giant diamond.
Wyatt for the fun bouncing ball.
The family of Luke, Tully, Sammy and Natasha  for the pretty pink ribbon.
Sugar for the delicious ice cream cone.
The family of *~Sir Sonny Bono~*(1995-2008), ~Presley~ and ~Paris~  for the lovely pink ribbon.
Tasha for the great ball.
The family of Aldo: by Laurel, Tess: by Laurel, O'Malley, Squeaky and more! for the beautiful red heart.
The family of Adam Dylan, Eve Layla, Puddin Keket, Puff Amenti and more! for the cute little lady buggy!
Sigmond for the pretty pink ribbon.
The family of Simone, River, Lili *RESCUED AND ADOPTED*, Samantha *ADOPTED* and more! for the bouncing ball.
The family of ♥Simon♥ and Reuben (An angel now) for the gorgeous pink ribbon.
Girly Girl for the fun ball to chase.
Tilly for the little lady bug.
Kally Kat for the pretty pink ribbon and a pretty picture to go with it.
The family of Tigger, Cali and Scaredy Cat (In Memory) for the awesome blue ribbon.
Ginger for the tasty ice cream cone.
Oliver and Dewey for the delicious cone.
Fluffy & Alex & Family for the cute buggy.
The family of Nigel, Isis, Kiki(1986-2000), Kahlan (MIA) and more! for the adorable buggy.
♥Edwina(Eddy)for the fun bouncing ball.
The family of Pinkie, ☺Biggles☺ , Nonny, Buddy and more! for the refreshing glass of lemonade.
The family of KARMA KITTY, CHARLIE CLARENCE, PUNKIN POOH , BOBBI BOI for the tasty ice cream cone.
The family of Ringo --- HERE TO STAY!, Webster - HERE TO STAY! and Dusty the Puppycat for the delicious shrimp and fun picture.
The family of ♥Riley♥ and ♥Skippy Skipster♥  for the beautiful pink ribbon.
The family of Gunnarr T, Miss Muppet Forever Loved and Peekaboo for the pretty pink ribbon.
The family of In Memory of: Spot Kat, Pepper, SQuishie, Scrappie (Graystripe) and more! for the delicious shrimp.
The family of Teebo, Callie and Rose for the cool trophy.
Ashlynne & Beepers for the shiny trophy.
Alfie for the yummy cupcake.
Mugsy for the wonderful balloons.

And thanks to everyone for all the wonderful comments and pmails. You guys are just the greatest! I also made a bunch of new friends, which is very exciting! I hope I didn't forget anyone. Please forgive me if I did and let me know so I can add your name.

I have the best friends! Thank you!!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>It's a celebration!</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/684184</link>

				<pubdate>Fri, 30 Jul 2010 00:54:21 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Monida ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/684184</guid>
		<description>We're celebrating Tigger and Cali's new home with a housewarming party at Tigger's Arcade on Sunday! ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ We're celebrating <a  class=bodyTextRev target=site href="http://www.catster.com/cats/990900">Tigger</a> and <a  class=bodyTextRev target=site href="http://www.catster.com/cats/990904">Cali's</a> new home with a housewarming party at <a  class=bodyTextRev target=site href="http://www.catster.com/group/Tiggers_arcade-16321">Tigger's Arcade</a> on Sunday! It will be from noon to 2 p.m. EDT. Come join us for food and fun! And if you can't make it then, be sure to stop by anyway and check out all the fun games. Tigger's group is awesome!


P.S. Thank you everyone again for helping me celebrate my special day! It means so much to me to have such wonderful friends! I promise to get thank yous out, but please forgive me if they take a bit. My mom said I'm spending the weekend at a Kitty Spa. I'm not sure what that means, but I guess it means I won't have Internet. :( What will I do?!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Oh. My. Cat!</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/683968</link>

				<pubdate>Wed, 28 Jul 2010 17:19:23 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Monida ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/683968</guid>
		<description>I can't believe it! I'm Cat of the Day! Oh, how exciting! I'm so honored! And thank you so much to a ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ I can't believe it! I'm Cat of the Day! Oh, how exciting! I'm so honored! And thank you so much to all my friends who've celebrated my day with me! I love you all so much! You're all so wonderful!

Mommy bought my some yummy duck food, and I expect that I'll be getting lots of pets and treats tonight! Whooho!

Thank you all so much!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Tag!</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/683216</link>

				<pubdate>Sat, 24 Jul 2010 00:24:16 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Monida ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/683216</guid>
		<description>I've been tagged by my pawsome friends Sassy and Oliver! How fun!

1. Do you ever wake your parent ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ I've been tagged by my pawsome friends Sassy and Oliver! How fun!

1. Do you ever wake your parent up in the night?

Oh yes! I first wake my mom up at 5:11 a.m. (and keep in mind that she doesn't go to bed until 2 a.m.). Then after she feeds me, I let her rest for, oh, 30 minutes. Then I wake her up to play for a bit. Then I let her sleep for just a little more. This continues until about 8 a.m. when I finally let her go back to sleep. Maybe ...

2. Do you ever tear up things?

The newspaper! I shred it and shred it and shred it!

3. What is your favorite treat?

Right now it's bread. Oh my cats, that's so delicious! I can't get enough of it!

4. Can you fetch something when asked to do so?

I just started playing fetch, but only with the pipe cleaner toys Morgan the Pirate Gato sent me. So much fun! Even more fun at 5:30 a.m.

5. Have you ever lived any place other than where you live now?
I lived at the animal shelter for a brief time before my mom took me home to live. I can't remember where I lived before that but I bet I wasn't nearly as spoiled as I am now.

I tag all my friends! I love reading everyone's answers!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>I just want to be friends!</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/682870</link>

				<pubdate>Wed, 21 Jul 2010 17:33:20 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Monida ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/682870</guid>
		<description>I keep trying to add people to be friends, and it won't let me! The page just keeps refreshing. Grr. ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ I keep trying to add people to be friends, and it won't let me! The page just keeps refreshing. Grr. Anyone else having this problem?]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Hope this helps!</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/682746</link>

				<pubdate>Wed, 21 Jul 2010 00:04:07 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Monida ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/682746</guid>
		<description>Hi everyone! I just wanted to let you all konw that I e-mailed Catster about the painfully slow page ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hi everyone! I just wanted to let you all konw that I e-mailed Catster about the painfully slow pages. It's possible they didn't even know there was a problem. They've been really helpful in the past, so I'll let you know whatever they say!

For those having problems, what internet browser are you using? It seems that most of the problems are with Internet Explorer 8. One things to try is to go to Tools, in the Menu bar, then make sure "compatibility view" is not checked. This probably won't help with speed though. 

In the meantime, if you need a little fun, stop by <a  class=bodyTextRev target=site href="http://www.catster.com/group/Catster_fun_time-17898">Catster Fun Time</a>. We've got lots of stuff going on - including writing an epic poem! 

I love you guys! I hope we can get all this fixed - I hate seeing my friends unhappy!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Until we meet again, Emily</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/681758</link>

				<pubdate>Wed, 14 Jul 2010 17:39:34 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Monida ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/681758</guid>
		<description>I'm so sad today. My dear friend Emily Felicity went to the bridge. She was, no is!, a wonderful fri ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ I'm so sad today. My dear friend <a  class=bodyTextRev target=site href="http://www.catster.com/cats/696577">Emily Felicity</a> went to the bridge. She was, no is!, a wonderful friend of mine and is exactly the cat I hope to be. 

Rest in peace, Emily. Fly free of pain and sickness! Our hearts go out to your family and your brother Edgar. Until we meet again.]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>The winner!</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/681046</link>

				<pubdate>Sat, 10 Jul 2010 00:21:54 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Monida ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/681046</guid>
		<description>Simone came closest to guessing my new way of waking my mom up. 

I like to snap the strap on her  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ <a  class=bodyTextRev target=site href="http://www.catster.com/cats/1051660">Simone</a> came closest to guessing my new way of waking my mom up. 

I like to snap the strap on her PJ top. Not only does it make an awesome noise, but it gets her up pretty fast! Give it a try!

Congratulations Simone!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>The greatest toy ever!</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/680746</link>

				<pubdate>Wed, 7 Jul 2010 18:10:51 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Monida ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/680746</guid>
		<description>I forgot to mention that I got toys in the mail yesterday! I won a trivia contest in the Buzzing int ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ I forgot to mention that I got toys in the mail yesterday! I won a trivia contest in the Buzzing into Spring group, and Morgan the Pirate Gato and Willow sent me these great toys made out of pipecleaners. I can't stop playing with them! Mom even had to take them away from me so she could get some sleep. They were so fun, I even ignored my breakfast! Do you know the last time I ignored my breakfast? NEVER! (Which could be why I'm 'fluffy.')

Thank you Morgan and Willow!!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Wake up call!</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/680743</link>

				<pubdate>Wed, 7 Jul 2010 17:37:07 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Monida ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/680743</guid>
		<description>I have a new fun way to wake my mom up at 5:30 a.m. I'll give a rosette to the person who comes the  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ I have a new fun way to wake my mom up at 5:30 a.m. I'll give a rosette to the person who comes the closest to guessing what it is. 

I'll give you a hint - it involves something she wears.

Good luck!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Come on Catsters!</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/680575</link>

				<pubdate>Tue, 6 Jul 2010 15:21:46 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Monida ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/680575</guid>
		<description>Let's help Tigger and family! Here is a forum for them: Tigger and Cali.

We can do it if we all w ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Let's help Tigger and family! Here is a forum for them: <a  class=bodyTextRev target=site href="http://www.catster.com/forums/Shelters_Rescue_and_Fostering/thread/679255">Tigger and Cali</a>.

We can do it if we all work together!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Can you help?</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/680501</link>

				<pubdate>Mon, 5 Jul 2010 23:14:57 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Monida ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/680501</guid>
		<description>Hi everyone - 

My dear friend Tigger needs our help! This is from Nuk / Anuk's diary. 

It look ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hi everyone - 

My dear friend <a  class=bodyTextRev target=site href="http://www.catster.com/cats/990900/diary/Tigger_time/680433">Tigger</a> needs our help! This is from <a  class=bodyTextRev target=site href="http://www.catster.com/cats/439017/diary/All_cats_are_grey_at_night/680497">Nuk / Anuk's</a> diary. 

It looks like Tigger & Cali are going to need a place to stay :( Is there a Florida (or neighboring state) Catster with room in their home to temporarily take these two in?

Both Tigger and Cali are neutered and up-to-date on their vaccinations. They are FeLV and FIV negative.

I had been hoping and purring to keep this family together, but I'm starting to get really nervous that that's not going be possible.

If any cat even knows of a resource/facility/stone we have left unturned, write to me or Tigger!

Catsters do amazing things all the time and I'm hoping and purring like crazy that we can do it again!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Canada Day!</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/679702</link>

				<pubdate>Wed, 30 Jun 2010 22:11:53 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Monida ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/679702</guid>
		<description>I would just like to wish all my Canadian friends a happy Canada Day! I've never been to Canada, but ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ I would just like to wish all my Canadian friends a happy Canada Day! I've never been to Canada, but my mom grew up near there and has been there lots -- she says it's a wonderful place. Hope you have a fun time celebrating!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Ankle biter</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/678822</link>

				<pubdate>Fri, 25 Jun 2010 00:33:12 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Monida ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/678822</guid>
		<description>I hate ankles. They're just so flesh-colored and, well, ankle-y. Any time I see one, I must attack i ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ I hate ankles. They're just so flesh-colored and, well, ankle-y. Any time I see one, I must attack it. 

Every once and a while, around 4 a.m., I see one creep out from the under the covers. Then I go into attack mode. Silently crouch down ... wiggle my butt ... and POUNCE! I got you ankle! Nom nom nom!!!

*Yeowwwww!!*

Oh, hey mom, you're up! Well, if you're up, you might as well fill my food dish!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>IE8</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/678516</link>

				<pubdate>Wed, 23 Jun 2010 01:10:46 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Monida ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/678516</guid>
		<description>I don't know if anyone else is having this problem, but it was driving me nuts!

When I used Inter ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ I don't know if anyone else is having this problem, but it was driving me nuts!

When I used Internet Explorer 8, my friends' activity listing was really hard to read. Instead of the pictures of the cats being on the side, they were on top, which made it look like it went with the wrong entries. And I couldn't read the names on my friends' listing on the homepage.

If you are having these problems, go to "Tools" on the menu bar, then see if "Compatibility View" is checked. If it is, uncheck it. This fixed everything for me.

Hope that helps!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>New Group!</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/678320</link>

				<pubdate>Mon, 21 Jun 2010 23:50:41 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Monida ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/678320</guid>
		<description>Hi everyone! I started a group to help us bring back the fun to Catster! Mostly, it's just a central ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hi everyone! I started a group to help us bring back the fun to Catster! Mostly, it's just a central location for games, contests and announcements. If anyone has any thoughts on how to improve the group to make it more useful - please let me know! I don't really know what I'm doing, so any advice would be awesome!

The group is Catster Fun Time, and you can find it at http://www.catster.com/group/Catster_fun_time-17898.

Have fun everyone!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Halp! I'm trapped!</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/678142</link>

				<pubdate>Sun, 20 Jun 2010 19:52:06 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Monida ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/678142</guid>
		<description>My mom says she thinks I'm a human trapped in a kitty body. Just because I sleep on the bed with my  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ My mom says she thinks I'm a human trapped in a kitty body. Just because I sleep on the bed with my head on a pillow and stretched out lengthwise like a person would. Or because I'd rather curl up under the covers in the dark to stay warm instead of sunning myself in a sun beam. I mean, hasn't she heard about the dangers of tanning?! *sigh* Moms.]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>A reminder</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/677610</link>

				<pubdate>Wed, 16 Jun 2010 22:13:36 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Monida ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/677610</guid>
		<description>Hey everyone! I just wanted to remind you that there's an auction going on for Morgan the Pirate Gat ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hey everyone! I just wanted to remind you that there's an auction going on for Morgan the Pirate Gato at http://catsterauctions.blogspot.com/.

And come join us at the Buzzing into Spring contest group where there is an awesome trivia contest going on! http://www.catster.com/group/Buzzin_into_spring_contest-17831]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Tag! You're it!</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/677080</link>

				<pubdate>Sun, 13 Jun 2010 20:13:11 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Monida ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/677080</guid>
		<description>I've been tagged by the Pharoah Loki and Tigger for this fun game. I've really enjoyed reading every ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ I've been tagged by the Pharoah Loki and Tigger for this fun game. I've really enjoyed reading everyone's answers!

1. What time do you go to to bed? 
I go to bed when mom does, which is usually around 2 a.m. to 3 a.m.

2. What is your favorite gift you have recieved and why?
My Zoom Groom. I just love it so much!

3. Whats your favourite way to wake up and whats the first thing you do? 
First I wait till mom's been asleep for about three hours. Just enough time so that she's in the real deep REM sleep. Then I stand on the window sill and thwack her with my tail. Then I climb the curtains. When that makes her mad, I go to the corner of the bed and scratch, scratch, scratch. After I get yelled at for that, I go into the bathroom (which is connected to the bedroom) and start trying to climb the shower curtain. That usually finally gets her up so she gives me some food.

4.What would you call yourself if you could choose your own name? I like my name - it has a lot of meaning behind it.

5. What was the last thing you ate that you really shouldn't of? I always try to steal pieces of mom's food, but she doesn't let me have any ever since the vet called me fat...eh fluffy!

6.What are you afraid of? 
5 pound, one-eyed foster kitties. Those things are SCARY!

7.Do you have brothers and sisters? 
Nope. I'm an only cat, and I like it that way!

8.What is your motto in life? 
Avoid punishment - look cute!

9. Would you like to be famous? Why or why not?
I think being famous would be stressful and cut into my napping time.

10. What cartoon or comic book character best describes you? 
I think Garfield, since he's always plotting against Nermal and Odie, and I'm also always plotting some adventure.

11. What super-power would you most like to have, and why?
I would love to be able to transport myself so I could go outside and finally get those birdies!

12. If you could play sports, what you you play and why?
Gymnastics - especially the pummel horse. I run as fast as I can, jump onto the couch and then stick the landing! Olympics, here I come!

This was so much fun! I tag: Hunter, Annie, Ashlynne and Beepers, King Henry and Adam Dylan. And everyone else who wants to play!!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Thank you all!</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/677079</link>

				<pubdate>Sun, 13 Jun 2010 19:55:39 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Monida ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/677079</guid>
		<description>Oh my! Where to begin? This has been such a wonderful week. First I was named a DDP and then I won a ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Oh my! Where to begin? This has been such a wonderful week. First I was named a DDP and then I won a trivia contest at the Buzzing into Spring group. And it was so wonderful because I got to celebrate it with all of you!

Thank you to everyone for such kind comments and pmails and gifts! They all mean so much to me! 

Thank you for the wonderful pmails from: 
Pumpkin & THE GANG OF FURS 
GIBBS, CASH, ANGELS: BUDDIE MCKENNA, MOOKIE, ANGEL RICKI 
ATHENA  
Chef Roster and Clowder 

And thanks to:
Ginger for the beautiful heart
The family of Tigger, Cali and Scaredy Cat (in memory) for the cute little mousie and the beautiful tulips
Kitty Pryde and Indiana for the lemonade with catnip ice cubes - it was delicious!
Muppet for the wonderful tulips - I'm so glad you're out of jail, sweet Muppet!
Teddy Bearz for the pretty pink ribbon and the wonderful picture
Adam & Eve & Pudd & Puff & Pumpkin & Little One for the cute little lady bug

And thanks to those who celebrated my one year catster anniversary!

Pounce for the handy BBQ - let's have a cookout!
Kitty Pryde and Indiana for the friendship tree
The family of Nuk/Anuk, Taag (Guardian Angel), Sweets and Gabby for the beautiful crown
The family of Sally (Sweet Angel), Lucy, Charlie, Leo and Sophie for the pretty rose
Ashlynne for the tasty lemonade
Hunter for the refreshing lemonade

And thanks to everyone who left diary comments! I really hope I didn't forget anyone. Please forgive me and let me know if I did so I can add you to the list!

------

Also, there's lots of fun things going on in many groups!
The Buzzing into Spring group has a fun trivia game going on. And don't forget to enter your pictures!

It's also Tigger's Arcade's first anniversary! I just joined and I'm so excited to come play - come join us!

And come cook up some yummy dishes in Chef Rooster's Calling All Chefs! Mom needs to check out some recipes ... she needs all the help she can get! MOL!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Oh my, oh my!</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/676772</link>

				<pubdate>Sat, 12 Jun 2010 00:09:33 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Monida ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/676772</guid>
		<description>Thank you so very much for celebrating my DDP with me! I love you guys so much! I made lots of new f ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Thank you so very much for celebrating my DDP with me! I love you guys so much! I made lots of new friends and got lots of amazing gifts and comments! You're all so wonderful!

I hope you don't mind if my thank yous take a little bit. Mom had a long night at work and she has another one tomorrow. And, well, you know how hard it is to find good help. :)

And thanks to everyone for making Catster fun again!!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Hurray!</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/676617</link>

				<pubdate>Thu, 10 Jun 2010 22:00:06 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Monida ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/676617</guid>
		<description>Oh my! I have the greatest friends in the world! They made Catster fun again! Have you seen some of  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Oh my! I have the greatest friends in the world! They made Catster fun again! Have you seen some of the latest adventures? Pharoah is kitty-sitting, Chef is cooking, and I think Nuk might still be a butterfly ... :) Nuk also hosted a fun game that might have got him a smacky paw or two. What have you been up to? I want to hear!

Thanks so much to all my awesome friends! I can't thank you enough!

P.S. - Has everyone entered the Buzzing into Spring contest? I saw today the deadline was extended until June 20.]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Come on everyone!</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/676342</link>

				<pubdate>Wed, 9 Jun 2010 06:37:08 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Monida ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/676342</guid>
		<description>Mom thought we were the only one saddened and stressed by Catster recently, but we've noticed that m ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Mom thought we were the only one saddened and stressed by Catster recently, but we've noticed that many of our friends are also sad and even thinking of leaving, which makes us cry.

So we're throwing down a challenge. Let's make Catster fun again! There's been so much going on with friends lately, and we want to hear about it! Milo has a new baby brother! Abbie and Heidi have two(!) new brothers. Pharoah Loki is being attacked by alligators and mushroom people! Kitty Pryde is trying to keep Indy in his place. Nuk/Anuk has apparently been changed into a butterfly. And so much more!

Come on everyone! We can do it! We can make this place as fun and exciting as it was just a few weeks ago. So write about your latest adventure, leave some silly comments or even upload that new fun picture your mom or dad took of you. 

Spread the word - we want to hear from you!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Rouge antivirus spyware</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/676140</link>

				<pubdate>Mon, 7 Jun 2010 20:25:50 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Monida ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/676140</guid>
		<description>I found out that some in Catsterland got the same virus I did. It's called Antivirus soft, and it pr ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ I found out that some in Catsterland got the same virus I did. It's called Antivirus soft, and it pretends to alert you to viruses and then tries to get you to buy a program. If you have this, here are some instructions on how to get it off: http://www.geekpolice.net/malware-removal-guides-f12/how-to-remove-antivirus-soft-removal-guide-t18839.htm.

Hope that helps!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>My Catster anniversary and other stuff</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/675990</link>

				<pubdate>Mon, 7 Jun 2010 01:58:02 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Monida ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/675990</guid>
		<description>Hi everyone - sorry I haven't written in awhile. Mom's been kinda sad and depressed by all the unhap ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hi everyone - sorry I haven't written in awhile. Mom's been kinda sad and depressed by all the unhappiness that seems to be going around Catster lately. It's been so quiet. I know people are upset about some of the changes, but what I find amazing is that HQ is actually listening and changing the format based on complaints. When have you ever seen another site do that? Has facebook ever made any changes you've suggested?

And I know the nutro issue is a whole other deal. But we as a community need to stick together! There are friends among us who are hurting and going through difficult times and we need to show them the same love and support we did before the redesign. Please don't let your anger over a beige carpet background overpower what catster is really all about - friends!

Anyway, I'll get off my soapbox now. I just really hope everyone can get past all of this and we can go back to the loving, supporting catster of a few weeks ago. 

Mom and I just celebrated my one-year anniversary on catster the other day. Thanks to everyone for being my friend and I hope there's plenty more years of friendship to come!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Bad Mommy!</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/665895</link>

				<pubdate>Sun, 11 Apr 2010 00:24:12 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Monida ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/665895</guid>
		<description>Does anyone know where I can find a copy of The Scratching Post? Mom realized too late that we weren ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Does anyone know where I can find a copy of The Scratching Post? Mom realized too late that we weren't signed up for it, and it sounds like it has some interesting stuff in it!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Back to normal</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/656730</link>

				<pubdate>Sun, 21 Feb 2010 23:36:58 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Monida ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/656730</guid>
		<description>Whew. That tiny terror is gone! Mom found a home for the little one-eyed siamese kitty, and I couldn ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Whew. That tiny terror is gone! Mom found a home for the little one-eyed siamese kitty, and I couldn't be happier! Even though I'm three times the size of that cat, he terrified me! Mom tried to keep us separated for the most part, but we live in a pretty small apartment, so we were forced to interact occassionaly. And that little guy took over the bed! I couldn't even sleep in my spot for THREE days! The nerve.

Mo's mom - Monida has done really well with other cats, and even a big Lab dog, but for some reason this tiny 5-pound kitty terrified her and she would run everytime he took a stop toward her. But now he has a good home where he will have two other kitty siblings and two children to play with. I'm so happy for him! And now Mo can go back to being an only cat and ruling the apartment.

Thanks for the advice everyone!! I really appreciate it.]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Some advice?</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/656016</link>

				<pubdate>Wed, 17 Feb 2010 20:47:51 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Monida ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/656016</guid>
		<description>Monida's mom here. 

I'm hoping some of my catster friends can help me out. Today I rescued a one- ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Monida's mom here. 

I'm hoping some of my catster friends can help me out. Today I rescued a one-eyed siamese from the shelter, where he's been for the past month. I don't know why I feel in love with this guy, but I so want to find him a home. My plan is to foster him until I can find a great place for him.

However, he's so cute and I'm already worried about finding someone who will truely care for him. But I feel so guilty because I feel like I'm betraying Monida, who doesn't know why this other cat is suddenly here eating her food and sitting in her spots. We finally had a routine and now I'm worried everything with her will change.

Have any other kitty parents felt this way? Any advice?

Also, has anyone ever fostered kittens before? How do you deal with giving it away? I just know this is going to end in heartbreak for me.

Thanks everyone!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Catching up</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/653415</link>

				<pubdate>Sat, 6 Feb 2010 01:24:29 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Monida ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/653415</guid>
		<description>Oh my, I'm so behind on my diary. And so much has been going on. 

I had to go to the vet last wee ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Oh my, I'm so behind on my diary. And so much has been going on. 

I had to go to the vet last week to get my ears cleaned and you'll never believe what he said. He said I wasn't fluffy, I was fat! *gasp* I have to lose three pounds! Mom took away my bottomless bowl of crunchies and now I'm staarrrving!! Stupid vet. 

He also sent mom home with solution to clean my ears out with at home. Ha! Like that will ever happen. There's no way I'll let her stick a wet cottonball in my ear! (Note from mom: If anyone has any tips on cleaning cats' ears, they would be greatly appreciated. For some reason, Mo's ears tend to get gunky pretty regularly.)

I also need to send out some long-overdue thank yous for presents. 

Thanks you to:

Pounce for my great big hug!
Charlie for the snowman!
The family of Serafina Tilly and Mafia Princess  for the heart!
The family of Ava Corrine (Guardian Angel), Andy ( Anderson Montgomery), Arli (Arlington Mackenzie), Augie ( August Miller) and more for the heart!
The family of Gracie Mae (10/2/93-1/9/09), Brighid (10/02/93-5/20/06), Siouxsie ©, Fela Kiti ® 5/1/06-7/16/09 and more for the delicious shrimpy!
My new friend Tiny for the beautiful gold star
Henry for the pretty rainbow star! Hope you're feeling OK!

Thanks everyone! I hope I didn't forget anyone!

Stay warm kitties!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Ho ho ho!</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/640513</link>

				<pubdate>Sun, 6 Dec 2009 16:12:49 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Monida ~ writing at catster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/640513</guid>
		<description>OMC guys! I met Santa Paws today! It was so awesome!

I was a bit suspicious when mom brought out  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ OMC guys! I met Santa Paws today! It was so awesome!

I was a bit suspicious when mom brought out the carrier and made me go inside. I was even more curious about what was going on when she took me outside in the snow. Then we drove to PetSmart, and I was a very good kitty and didn't meow once!

Once we got there, mom was a little worried about how I would act, but I seemed to enjoy myself. I let several people hold me and give me pets! I even gave out some headbonks!

Everyone commented on how nice of a kitty I am and how I'm, well, let's just say I'm not starving ...

Mom got a cute photo and will try to post one soon!

Hope every kitty is staying warm!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>I'm thankful for ...</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/638139</link>

				<pubdate>Wed, 25 Nov 2009 23:54:36 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Monida ~ writing at catster.com</author>
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		<description>My bestest friend Pounce tagged me. Here are 5 things I am thankful for.

1. I am thankful my mom  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ My bestest friend Pounce tagged me. Here are 5 things I am thankful for.

1. I am thankful my mom came to the shelter with her friend and that she took the hint when I tapped the card on my cage. She couldn't resist me, and now I have a forever home!

2. I am thankful for a warm place to live and a food dish that's always full ... hey! Mom! Time for a refill! 

3. I am thankful for my wonderful Catster friends. You guys are so great!

4. I am thankful for cheesecake Jello. Yummy, yummy, yummy!

5. I am thankful for mom's super comfy bed. Sure beats sleeping on the floor and it's definitely better than outside!

Hope everyone has a blessed Thanksgiving!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Getting to know me</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/636744</link>

				<pubdate>Fri, 20 Nov 2009 01:33:57 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Monida ~ writing at catster.com</author>
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		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/636744</guid>
		<description>This is fun!

What is your name? Monida. I'm named after a town in Montana right on the Idaho bord ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ This is fun!

What is your name? Monida. I'm named after a town in Montana right on the Idaho border. It's fitting since mom has lived in both states.

What other nicknames do you have? Mo. Little stinker.

What breed are you? A calico domestic shorthair

Where were you born? Probably Idaho, but I'm not telling.

Where do you live now? Idaho

What is your favorite toy? Chapstick tubes

What is your favorite store? PetSmart. That's where mom gets all my toys and treats!

How many toys do you have? Too many. Mom tried to get me a toy for my birthday but I had them all! :)

Wet or dry food? Dry with wet sometimes for a treat.

What is your favorite color? Being a calico, I'm kinda partial to orange and black.

Are you bad when nobody's looking? Ha! I'm bad when people are looking. Have you seen my video of me opening the cupboards?

Are you friendly? Very! Give me a treat and I'm your best friend!

Are you overweight? I'm pleasantly plump

Do you eat people food? Sometimes when mom lets me, which isn't very often since I've become pleasantly plump ...

Do you eat bugs? Yummy! Yes! They're delicious!

Do you live with other animals? Nope. But mom says if we ever move to a bigger place I might get a friend.

Do you like to exercise? Sometimes. I like to chase the laser light for a little while.

Do you like car rides? No! Mom has to sedate me if we go anywhere longer then five minutes away.

Do you get into stuff? Oh, yes. Cupbords, shelves ... I like to knock stuff off, so mom had to put away all her knicknacks.

Do you like to swim? Nope - but I'm slowly becoming more brave of water.

What is your favorite treat? Jello cherry cheesecake. I start purring the minute mom takes it out of the fridge.

Do you shed? Yes. But only my white fur on the black furniture.

What's the funniest thing you ever did? I learned how to open the cupboards and drawers in the kitchen. I'm a very nosy cat.

What's the bravest thing you ever did? I stood up to my mom's brother's dog. She thought I wanted to play but I showed her! *whap! whap!*

Are you neutered? I've been spayed.

Are you a social animal? Yes, but I don't get many chances to socialize.

Collar or harness? I have a harness but I don't like it. If mom puts it on I lay down and won't move.

Retractable or regular leash? Regular. But it doesn't get much use.

Ceramic, Metal or Plastic bowls? Metal and ceramic

Do you sleep in a crate? Oh no! Sometimes I sleep in my carrier, but very rarely.

Do you have a bed? I have a big fluffy bed mom bought me on my first day home. I have never so much as set a paw into it. I like to sleep on her bed instead.

Do you have a doghouse? No! But sometimes mom says I'm "in the doghouse ..."

Do you belong to any clubs? Some Catster clubs

How does your owner describe you? Cute, silly, talkative, and too smart for my own good.]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Diary of the Day? No Way!</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/631299</link>

				<pubdate>Wed, 28 Oct 2009 00:24:39 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Monida ~ writing at catster.com</author>
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		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/631299</guid>
		<description>Hi everyone! Thanks to everyone for all the kind words and presents on my special day! I tried to co ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hi everyone! Thanks to everyone for all the kind words and presents on my special day! I tried to convince mom to get me some of that Tiki stuff everyone raves about, but she said it isn't sold here. :( So instead she gave me lots of play time and snuggles. Yay!

Thanks so much to Gibbs & Cash and Angels Buddie, McKenna, Mookie, Angel and Ricki and my awesome pal Pounce for the great messages!!

Thanks to Muppet for the pumpkin! Yummy! 

Thanks to Frankie, Grace, Casey & Leo for the spooky ghost!

Thanks to the family of Sweet Pea, Herbie "The Love bug,"  Maggie Mae, Chai-Chai, Sly, Taffie, Meisha, Jasmine, Murphy, Mitzy, Lexi, Angel Louise & Ginny, Mya, Bo, Tina, Dusty and Angel for the pretty gold star!

Thanks to the family of Kallie and Joey for the awesome acorn!

Thanks to Chef Rooster and Clowder for the red rose!

And thanks to everyone who left the tasty treats. I sure hope I didn't forget anyone. Sincere apologies if I did!

Also, please keep in your purrs my friends Stinky, Arnold P., Lola, Sweets, and, of course, Calvin's family, and all other kitties who are sick.

Thanks everyone!!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>New video!</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/630065</link>

				<pubdate>Fri, 23 Oct 2009 01:38:39 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Monida ~ writing at catster.com</author>
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		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/630065</guid>
		<description>Hi everyone! Check out my new video. If you ever needed to know how to get into a cupboard to get so ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hi everyone! Check out my new video. If you ever needed to know how to get into a cupboard to get some treats, here's how to do it.]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>World's coolest cat</title>
		<link>http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/628586</link>

				<pubdate>Sat, 17 Oct 2009 02:13:12 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Monida ~ writing at catster.com</author>
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		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.catster.com/cats/995239/diary/Monidas_musings/628586</guid>
		<description>Hi everyone! Would you mind voting me in the Worlds Coolest Cat contest? This is my first time enter ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hi everyone! Would you mind voting me in the Worlds Coolest Cat contest? This is my first time entering, and it's so much fun!

http://www.catster.com/show09/vote_pet.php?i=995239

(Sorry, I don't know how to do links yet.)]]></content:encoded>
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