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SIBLINGS/PARTNERS IN CRIME

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Many of you have siblings. Some close in age and others not so close. I myself have a brother who is almost 13 years my junior. We never really had a close relationship as the age gap was just a bit too much for anything in common. I love him but we aren’t “friends”.

I have 4 kids. Out of all of them, my two youngest are the closest. They are the most similar and both can equally piss me off. They are 4 years a part in age but have so much in common. Music, games, activities….they are like 2 peas in a pod. They are both giant goofballs who like to poke my buttons and laugh about it together. I love that they are so close but sometimes I want to bang their heads together.

They look sweet don’t they? All calm and chill. Don’t be fooled. These little heathens can drive a woman to drink I tell ya.

In our house we use sarcasm, swearing, dark humour, and goofiness as a way of life. I guess I am at fault as to what they have turned into huh? Well, I can tell you that even though there are days I want to throttle them, I am very proud of them. They do not follow the herd. They think for themselves and aren’t afraid to stand up for what they believe in. So I must have done something right.

I hope that the special bond that these two have will continue through life. It is a very special relationship that they have. My son is what I refer to as “my daughters person”. He is the one she wants when she is upset or hurting. He is the one she needs when life is hitting hard. As a parent it is an amazing thing to see. Just because people are “siblings” it doesn’t mean they have to like each other. These two really love each other and that makes a mom proud.

Well, that was just a little something as I haven’t been on lately. Life can be very distracting. Until next time – stay sane.

LOVE HELLO, HATE GOODBYE

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So about 3 weeks we ended up adopting ANOTHER kitten. This wasn’t on me this time but on my hubby. He saw a picture of the little one and fell in love. All I got was a text with a pic and the words “Go get her”. Let me introduce you to our newest family member……Mystik

She is a beautiful little girl but after she got comfortable, her personality started to show. Should have named her Menace, or Mayhem…Chaos? You know how it can be with a kitten and she is just about the same age as the other one we adopted only a couple of months ago. Those two are best buds and often play or nap together.

Now many people may think we are a tad nutters to have 4 cats and a dog. One senior and 3 under 2 but when you see how sweet they are you would understand. I would rescue all animals if I could. However, the craziness wasn’t meant to continue. .

Our oldest boy, Machu, was adopted with his bonded brother about 7 or 8 years ago. I am always bad with exact dates, but at least that amount. He was the type of kitty who would come to you for attention. Reach out with his paw to grab your arm so you would pet him. Not a snuggler but still loving.

My pretty boy had to survive the passing of his bonded brother about 2 years ago, then 1.5 years ago he had a stroke. He powered through and although he couldn’t be considered 100% he was pretty close. Unfortunately, he recently became very ill. We had to make the most difficult decision the parent of a fur baby has to make. Would I have loved to keep him with me? YES! If there was a sure outcome of him surviving and having a good quality of life would I still get to cuddle and love him? YES! I would have done anything, but that wasn’t an option. Yesterday we let him go into a deep sleep to be free of pain and were with him until the end. Every pet deserves to know you were there and they were loved until they are gone.

I can only take some solace in knowing that I gave him a good life. He got love, treats, companionship, and even whipped cream (just a dab) every now and then. I will always have a place in my heart for this boy. He was a pure soul. No hate, just love.

Rest in Peace my baby boy.

Until next time – stay sane.

NEWEST FUR BABY

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Just over a week ago I decided to adopt a new kitty to go along with my current brood. Notice I didn’t say “a new pet” when starting off. That is because they are all members of our family. Yes, they are pets but they are more than that. They are like spoiled children and in all honestly, I don’t think we truly own our cats. I’m pretty sure they own us. We are the servants who feed them and have the utter joy of scooping their poop.

Let me introduce you to our youngest cuddle buddy, Snoopy

Snoopy on his first day home

Snoopy was adopted from the local SPCA at 19weeks of age. He apparently was surrendered to the shelter at only 3 weeks.

I had a some traits that were necessary for the adoption. I needed a cat that was good with dogs, good with other cats, and young enough to give our almost 2 year old hellion a playmate. This boy fit all the boxes, was super cuddly and so very happy. His little engine was constantly going. He has fit in wonderfully with the other pets. Took about 3 days before he was free to roam and mingle freely.

Snoopy with his new friend Talliah

Talliah, our 7 year old pup is enamoured with him and has been great with all of our cats. Talliah is also a rescue put we adopted at an estimated 1.5 years of age. She had been surrendered after being hit by a car and suffering a hip injury. She is a nervous girl who doesn’t trust easily but once you get past the wall she has up she is the most loving fur baby ever.

Machu and Echo

These are our other 2 kitties that own our household. The boy with the beautiful eyes is Machu. He was part of a bonded pair, his buddy was Picchu, but he unfortunately passed away from cancer about 1 year ago. He is about 14 years old and has survived a stroke. The little void laying next to him stretch out like she owns the basket is Echo. She is turning 2 and was found on the street at night at about 8 weeks. My daughter found her and well, we kept her. Personally I think her name should have been Chaos, or Princess of Darkness with her attitude but Echo it is.

Our house will always have fur babies. They make the house a home. The newest addition just makes it even better. I am never alone. When I am sad or even crying, Echo will reach up to touch my face with her paws while mewing at me. I always have some love in this house.

Snoopy in his little kitty Teepee

well, that is all for this time. Until next time – stay sane.