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Okay, I decided to stay...(long)
Thank you all for your condolences regarding Willow. It has really helped
to know that you are out there and have been through the same thing with your beloved pets. I light a candle everyday for her, have pictures out, and cry when I need to. She touched my family's life in so many ways. We had always been a d*g family, but when Willow met relatives, everyone was smitten and appreciates cats so much more. There will never be another little girl like her. My husband and I feel the house is so empty without her companionship, personality, and felineness...so we are adopting another cat from a local shelter. We decided to call him "Finn MacCool" after a legendary Irish hero (http://tinyurl.com/bmu5q ). He is a one year old unaltered (not for long) male that looks as if he has some Bengal in him...he is muscular with cheeks. At the shelter they are calling him Peter, but that is the name of my brother, so hence the change. We went on Tuesday to meet with said boy cat and after he sniffed the room, he went over to my 15 month old toddler and headbutted him, then licked his cheek. Alexander giggled and put out a chubby finger to touch his nose. Finn came over to me headbutted me and wanted some kisses and scratches on the head and chin. I picked him up and held him like a baby, which he tolerated very well. At one point, Alexander (who is doing much better with being "gentle" with animals), grabbed his tail...Finn looked at him, with a "Huh....a tail attachment." My husband came later and Finn flopped down by him and slung one big paw over Chris's leg. BTW...many more headbutts and another kiss for Alexander. Its a great fit and I am really happy to change a cat's world. Although my soul has a spot that is empty, I know it will grow with love for this new guy. Thanks for listening, allowing me to blabber, and I know you will share my happiness at the new guy on the block, and share my heartache for the passing of Willow. I will include a link to Finn MacCool's picture at the shelter. http://tinyurl.com/acjto I hope it works. |
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"M Elizabeth" wrote in message news:SFy3f.3283$L24.1103@lakeread01... My husband and I feel the house is so empty without her companionship, personality, and felineness...so we are adopting another cat from a local shelter. We decided to call him "Finn MacCool" after a legendary Irish hero Wonderful, M Elizabeth! Helping a cat that needs you will help you heal. He is beautiful! I love tabbies. It is particularly terrific of you to adopt an older cat--meaning a young adult instead of a kitten--since they are often harder to place. I for one look forward to hearing all about Finn in the future!! You and your husband are special people. |
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Oh I think that is wonderful. Willow would not want you to be catless I am
certain. I look forward to lots of stories about Finn (LOVE that name.) "M Elizabeth" wrote in message news:SFy3f.3283$L24.1103@lakeread01... Thank you all for your condolences regarding Willow. It has really helped to know that you are out there and have been through the same thing with your beloved pets. I light a candle everyday for her, have pictures out, and cry when I need to. She touched my family's life in so many ways. We had always been a d*g family, but when Willow met relatives, everyone was smitten and appreciates cats so much more. There will never be another little girl like her. My husband and I feel the house is so empty without her companionship, personality, and felineness...so we are adopting another cat from a local shelter. We decided to call him "Finn MacCool" after a legendary Irish hero (http://tinyurl.com/bmu5q ). He is a one year old unaltered (not for long) male that looks as if he has some Bengal in him...he is muscular with cheeks. At the shelter they are calling him Peter, but that is the name of my brother, so hence the change. We went on Tuesday to meet with said boy cat and after he sniffed the room, he went over to my 15 month old toddler and headbutted him, then licked his cheek. Alexander giggled and put out a chubby finger to touch his nose. Finn came over to me headbutted me and wanted some kisses and scratches on the head and chin. I picked him up and held him like a baby, which he tolerated very well. At one point, Alexander (who is doing much better with being "gentle" with animals), grabbed his tail...Finn looked at him, with a "Huh....a tail attachment." My husband came later and Finn flopped down by him and slung one big paw over Chris's leg. BTW...many more headbutts and another kiss for Alexander. Its a great fit and I am really happy to change a cat's world. Although my soul has a spot that is empty, I know it will grow with love for this new guy. Thanks for listening, allowing me to blabber, and I know you will share my happiness at the new guy on the block, and share my heartache for the passing of Willow. I will include a link to Finn MacCool's picture at the shelter. http://tinyurl.com/acjto I hope it works. |
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"M Elizabeth" wrote in message
news:SFy3f.3283$L24.1103@lakeread01... Thank you all for your condolences regarding Willow. It has really helped to know that you are out there and have been through the same thing with your beloved pets. I light a candle everyday for her, have pictures out, and cry when I need to. She touched my family's life in so many ways. We had always been a d*g family, but when Willow met relatives, everyone was smitten and appreciates cats so much more. There will never be another little girl like her. My husband and I feel the house is so empty without her companionship, personality, and felineness...so we are adopting another cat from a local shelter. We decided to call him "Finn MacCool" after a legendary Irish hero (http://tinyurl.com/bmu5q ). He is a one year old unaltered (not for long) male that looks as if he has some Bengal in him...he is muscular with cheeks. At the shelter they are calling him Peter, but that is the name of my brother, so hence the change. We went on Tuesday to meet with said boy cat and after he sniffed the room, he went over to my 15 month old toddler and headbutted him, then licked his cheek. Alexander giggled and put out a chubby finger to touch his nose. Finn came over to me headbutted me and wanted some kisses and scratches on the head and chin. I picked him up and held him like a baby, which he tolerated very well. At one point, Alexander (who is doing much better with being "gentle" with animals), grabbed his tail...Finn looked at him, with a "Huh....a tail attachment." My husband came later and Finn flopped down by him and slung one big paw over Chris's leg. BTW...many more headbutts and another kiss for Alexander. Its a great fit and I am really happy to change a cat's world. Although my soul has a spot that is empty, I know it will grow with love for this new guy. Thanks for listening, allowing me to blabber, and I know you will share my happiness at the new guy on the block, and share my heartache for the passing of Willow. I will include a link to Finn MacCool's picture at the shelter. http://tinyurl.com/acjto I hope it works. I'm sure it will work, and good for you for giving the little fellow a home! The most loving tribute you can give a departed, beloved "master" is to care for another and give him a good long life with you. Hugs, CatNipped |
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On Thu, 13 Oct 2005 15:35:10 -0400, "M Elizabeth"
yodeled: Thank you all for your condolences regarding Willow. It has really helped to know that you are out there and have been through the same thing with your beloved pets. I light a candle everyday for her, have pictures out, and cry when I need to. She touched my family's life in so many ways. We had always been a d*g family, but when Willow met relatives, everyone was smitten and appreciates cats so much more. There will never be another little girl like her. My husband and I feel the house is so empty without her companionship, personality, and felineness...so we are adopting another cat from a local shelter. We decided to call him "Finn MacCool" after a legendary Irish hero (http://tinyurl.com/bmu5q ). He is a one year old unaltered (not for long) male that looks as if he has some Bengal in him...he is muscular with cheeks. At the shelter they are calling him Peter, but that is the name of my brother, so hence the change. We went on Tuesday to meet with said boy cat and after he sniffed the room, he went over to my 15 month old toddler and headbutted him, then licked his cheek. Alexander giggled and put out a chubby finger to touch his nose. Finn came over to me headbutted me and wanted some kisses and scratches on the head and chin. I picked him up and held him like a baby, which he tolerated very well. At one point, Alexander (who is doing much better with being "gentle" with animals), grabbed his tail...Finn looked at him, with a "Huh....a tail attachment." My husband came later and Finn flopped down by him and slung one big paw over Chris's leg. BTW...many more headbutts and another kiss for Alexander. Its a great fit and I am really happy to change a cat's world. Although my soul has a spot that is empty, I know it will grow with love for this new guy. Thanks for listening, allowing me to blabber, and I know you will share my happiness at the new guy on the block, and share my heartache for the passing of Willow. I will include a link to Finn MacCool's picture at the shelter. http://tinyurl.com/acjto I hope it works. Oh, he is gorgeous/adorable!! I luuuuuuuurv tabbies! He sounds like a wonderful kitty, and will be a great pal for Alexander, and all of you. There's no anti-depressant like a new kitty in the house! Theresa Stinky Pictures: http://community.webshots.com/album/125591586JWEFwh My Blog: http://www.humanitas.blogspot.com Make Levees, Not War |
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"M Elizabeth" wrote in message news:SFy3f.3283$L24.1103@lakeread01... Thank you all for your condolences regarding Willow. It has really helped to know that you are out there and have been through the same thing with your beloved pets. I light a candle everyday for her, have pictures out, and cry when I need to. She touched my family's life in so many ways. We had always been a d*g family, but when Willow met relatives, everyone was smitten and appreciates cats so much more. There will never be another little girl like her. My husband and I feel the house is so empty without her companionship, personality, and felineness...so we are adopting another cat from a local shelter. We decided to call him "Finn MacCool" after a legendary Irish hero (http://tinyurl.com/bmu5q ). He is a one year old unaltered (not for long) male that looks as if he has some Bengal in him...he is muscular with cheeks. At the shelter they are calling him Peter, but that is the name of my brother, so hence the change. We went on Tuesday to meet with said boy cat and after he sniffed the room, he went over to my 15 month old toddler and headbutted him, then licked his cheek. Alexander giggled and put out a chubby finger to touch his nose. Finn came over to me headbutted me and wanted some kisses and scratches on the head and chin. I picked him up and held him like a baby, which he tolerated very well. At one point, Alexander (who is doing much better with being "gentle" with animals), grabbed his tail...Finn looked at him, with a "Huh....a tail attachment." My husband came later and Finn flopped down by him and slung one big paw over Chris's leg. BTW...many more headbutts and another kiss for Alexander. Its a great fit and I am really happy to change a cat's world. Although my soul has a spot that is empty, I know it will grow with love for this new guy. Thanks for listening, allowing me to blabber, and I know you will share my happiness at the new guy on the block, and share my heartache for the passing of Willow. I will include a link to Finn MacCool's picture at the shelter. http://tinyurl.com/acjto I hope it works. He's gorgeous. And while I'd never deliberately let a Tom cat get old enough unaltered, I do love the fat cheeks (jowls) toms develop. Sounds like he will be a real love. Jo |
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M Elizabeth wrote:
Thank you all for your condolences regarding Willow. It has really helped to know that you are out there and have been through the same thing with your beloved pets. I light a candle everyday for her, have pictures out, and cry when I need to. She touched my family's life in so many ways. We had always been a d*g family, but when Willow met relatives, everyone was smitten and appreciates cats so much more. There will never be another little girl like her. My husband and I feel the house is so empty without her companionship, personality, and felineness...so we are adopting another cat from a local shelter. We decided to call him "Finn MacCool" after a legendary Irish hero (http://tinyurl.com/bmu5q ). He is a one year old unaltered (not for long) male that looks as if he has some Bengal in him...he is muscular with cheeks. At the shelter they are calling him Peter, but that is the name of my brother, so hence the change. We went on Tuesday to meet with said boy cat and after he sniffed the room, he went over to my 15 month old toddler and headbutted him, then licked his cheek. Alexander giggled and put out a chubby finger to touch his nose. Finn came over to me headbutted me and wanted some kisses and scratches on the head and chin. I picked him up and held him like a baby, which he tolerated very well. At one point, Alexander (who is doing much better with being "gentle" with animals), grabbed his tail...Finn looked at him, with a "Huh....a tail attachment." My husband came later and Finn flopped down by him and slung one big paw over Chris's leg. BTW...many more headbutts and another kiss for Alexander. Its a great fit and I am really happy to change a cat's world. Although my soul has a spot that is empty, I know it will grow with love for this new guy. Thanks for listening, allowing me to blabber, and I know you will share my happiness at the new guy on the block, and share my heartache for the passing of Willow. I will include a link to Finn MacCool's picture at the shelter. http://tinyurl.com/acjto I hope it works. Finn is beautiful, I love tabbies. I look forward to lots of stories as he comes to dominate his new home. -- Adrian (Owned by Snoopy and Bagheera) A House is not a home, without a cat. http://community.webshots.com/user/clowderuk |
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M Elizabeth wrote:
We went on Tuesday to meet with said boy cat and after he sniffed the room, he went over to my 15 month old toddler and headbutted him, then licked his cheek. Alexander giggled and put out a chubby finger to touch his nose. AWWWWWWW what a good boy!!!! Both of them, I guess. Although my soul has a spot that is empty, I know it will grow with love for this new guy. New cats never fill the holes left empty by a departed companion, but they make the pain bearable. http://tinyurl.com/acjto He looks like Maya's twin! -- Victor M. Martinez Owned and operated by the Fantastic Seven (TM) Send your spam he Email me he |
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"M Elizabeth" wrote in message news:SFy3f.3283$L24.1103@lakeread01... My husband and I feel the house is so empty without her companionship, personality, and felineness...so we are adopting another cat from a local shelter. We decided to call him "Finn MacCool" after a legendary Irish hero (http://tinyurl.com/bmu5q ). He is a one year old unaltered (not for long) male that looks as if he has some Bengal in him...he is muscular with cheeks. At the shelter they are calling him Peter, but that is the name of my brother, so hence the change. I'm so glad that Finn MacCool is joining your family. I think Willow would be proud of all of you. Pam S. who's been crying a lot today |
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On Thu, 13 Oct 2005 15:35:10 -0400, M Elizabeth wrote:
Thank you all for your condolences regarding Willow. It has really helped to know that you are out there and have been through the same thing with your beloved pets. I light a candle everyday for her, have pictures out, and cry when I need to. She touched my family's life in so many ways. We had always been a d*g family, but when Willow met relatives, everyone was smitten and appreciates cats so much more. There will never be another little girl like her. My husband and I feel the house is so empty without her companionship, personality, and felineness...so we are adopting another cat from a local shelter. We decided to call him "Finn MacCool" after a legendary Irish hero (http://tinyurl.com/bmu5q ). He is a one year old unaltered (not for long) male that looks as if he has some Bengal in him...he is muscular with cheeks. At the shelter they are calling him Peter, but that is the name of my brother, so hence the change. We went on Tuesday to meet with said boy cat and after he sniffed the room, he went over to my 15 month old toddler and headbutted him, then licked his cheek. Alexander giggled and put out a chubby finger to touch his nose. Finn came over to me headbutted me and wanted some kisses and scratches on the head and chin. I picked him up and held him like a baby, which he tolerated very well. At one point, Alexander (who is doing much better with being "gentle" with animals), grabbed his tail...Finn looked at him, with a "Huh....a tail attachment." My husband came later and Finn flopped down by him and slung one big paw over Chris's leg. BTW...many more headbutts and another kiss for Alexander. Its a great fit and I am really happy to change a cat's world. Although my soul has a spot that is empty, I know it will grow with love for this new guy. Thanks for listening, allowing me to blabber, and I know you will share my happiness at the new guy on the block, and share my heartache for the passing of Willow. I will include a link to Finn MacCool's picture at the shelter. http://tinyurl.com/acjto I hope it works. Congratulations on adopting a beautiful tabby. He has the traditional "M" on his forehead. |
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