I'm running a bit behind on everything so here are a few close ups. More videos soon! (From the top: Fred, George, Percy and Ginny, in case you hadn't guessed.)
////////////////////////h, I just loved watching Aggie play. sorry about that. Merleson is asking for some lovin and right at my hand as i type this message. now, his head is actually on my hand, so this message might be a bit kittified. my little blind dog, clem is at my ankle licking away. so, our aggie looks terrific and i'm so happy to hear she is fitting in with you guys. glad the peacock feathers were a hit, as we talked about them yesterday, they also love the other end because it sounds crunchy when they paw at it and bring it to their mouths. Loved, loved loved the pictures of the Maples. They are so incredibly adorable. can't wait to see you today so you can meet my wonderful family and they can finally meet my wonderful friend!!!!!
I'm sorry to have to "borrow" someone else's blog for this, but I thought that if anyone in the world would understand, it would be the folks who hang out here. I had an email waiting in my inbox this morning from my SIL--she and my brother spent a good share of the night at the emergency vet's with one of their cats, and she was asking for prayers on my furry nephew's behalf. He's apparently been having trouble breathing for the last few days, and when the clinic staff examined him, he had a lot of fluid built up in his chest cavity, which is apparently an indicator of some sort of heart trouble. They drained the fluid (which took the pressure off his lungs) and have sent it off for lab analysis, but in her words, "It's not looking good." Which is utterly heartbreaking, because Ziggy (my kitty-nephew) is only about 3, and my brother and SIL adopted him from a local no-kill shelter just a year ago. So if y'all here could say a prayer to your deity of choice or send some good thoughts and healing vibes for Ziggy, it would be MOST appreciated. (Here is a photo of Ziggy, taken the day they brought him home last year, if anyone would like to see. Such a handsome boy, and so sweet-natured--I've never met a more laid-back cat.)
But of course, waterdragon! This is what a community is all about... to support one another! Is it all right with you if I move this into a post so everyone will see it? Hugs & prayers for Ziggy! Lisa
Thank you, Lisa (funnily enough, that's my moniker when I'm not on the internet, as well). Any and all good vibes would be appreciated right now, as the news from their vet seems to be getting worse instead of better. They ran an FIV test on Ziggy which came back positive, and the x-rays they took show a mass in his chest, so now they're afraid it's cancer of some kind. They're also checking him for feline lukemia, which is doubly scary because they have two other cats who might be at risk if THAT comes back positive. SIL says they're trying to think positive, but until the rest of tests come back, we're all just holding our collective breaths, I think. And on top of everything else, they just bought a house and are trying to get packed up to move at the same time, so it's just a horrible situation all around.
Harry Potter fan Lisa? Ive just realised there's a plan to their names...
ReplyDelete////////////////////////h, I just loved watching Aggie play. sorry about that. Merleson is asking for some lovin and right at my hand as i type this message. now, his head is actually on my hand, so this message might be a bit kittified. my little blind dog, clem is at my ankle licking away. so, our aggie looks terrific and i'm so happy to hear she is fitting in with you guys. glad the peacock feathers were a hit, as we talked about them yesterday, they also love the other end because it sounds crunchy when they paw at it and bring it to their mouths. Loved, loved loved the pictures of the Maples. They are so incredibly adorable. can't wait to see you today so you can meet my wonderful family and they can finally meet my wonderful friend!!!!!
ReplyDeleteWow they have grown! I remember when they still had round ears and their back ends fell over when they tried to scoot!
ReplyDeletethey grow so FAST! the little kitten faces are starting to look like adult cat faces. Nice photos. love the marmies.
ReplyDeleteAwwwww...such faces. Kissy face , love the poo's
ReplyDeleteHugs and headbutts
Oh, my, such wonderful photos. They all look like sweet little troublemakers!
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ReplyDeleteI'm sorry to have to "borrow" someone else's blog for this, but I thought that if anyone in the world would understand, it would be the folks who hang out here. I had an email waiting in my inbox this morning from my SIL--she and my brother spent a good share of the night at the emergency vet's with one of their cats, and she was asking for prayers on my furry nephew's behalf. He's apparently been having trouble breathing for the last few days, and when the clinic staff examined him, he had a lot of fluid built up in his chest cavity, which is apparently an indicator of some sort of heart trouble. They drained the fluid (which took the pressure off his lungs) and have sent it off for lab analysis, but in her words, "It's not looking good." Which is utterly heartbreaking, because Ziggy (my kitty-nephew) is only about 3, and my brother and SIL adopted him from a local no-kill shelter just a year ago. So if y'all here could say a prayer to your deity of choice or send some good thoughts and healing vibes for Ziggy, it would be MOST appreciated. (Here is a photo of Ziggy, taken the day they brought him home last year, if anyone would like to see. Such a handsome boy, and so sweet-natured--I've never met a more laid-back cat.)
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But of course, waterdragon! This is what a community is all about... to support one another! Is it all right with you if I move this into a post so everyone will see it?
ReplyDeleteHugs & prayers for Ziggy!
Lisa
Yes, Martin! I am indeed a HP fan, but it was waterdragon who suggested the names!! So appropriate for our little redheads, don't you think?
ReplyDeleteThank you, Lisa (funnily enough, that's my moniker when I'm not on the internet, as well). Any and all good vibes would be appreciated right now, as the news from their vet seems to be getting worse instead of better. They ran an FIV test on Ziggy which came back positive, and the x-rays they took show a mass in his chest, so now they're afraid it's cancer of some kind. They're also checking him for feline lukemia, which is doubly scary because they have two other cats who might be at risk if THAT comes back positive. SIL says they're trying to think positive, but until the rest of tests come back, we're all just holding our collective breaths, I think. And on top of everything else, they just bought a house and are trying to get packed up to move at the same time, so it's just a horrible situation all around.
ReplyDeleteOhhhhhh so cute. And we are sending our good vibes out for Ziggy!
ReplyDeleteI'm finally back and catching up on all the pictures...what a sweet series of Maple pictures :) They are all just utterly adorable!
ReplyDeletePercy looks so much like my Harley (except that Harley is almost a year older and a little chub). I love the Creamsicle coloring!
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