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No more yucky fleas

May 19th, 2008 | Category: Cats, Family

I stole a kitten from my grandmother …

kittenThis sounds much worse than it is. My grandmother has Alzheimer’s. One of her neighbors (quite aware of her disease) decided to give her a kitten. So, being the good granddaughter that I am, I stole it! Read more

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My cat is dating an alien

April 22nd, 2008 | Category: Cats, Dreams, Family

I am having the strangest dreams these days …

chicago skylineA window in my home reveals a magnificent skyline. I gaze upon the vast landscape … a feeling of peace washes over me. The stars twinkle as the city lights invite me to take a closer look.

With my face literally pressed to the glass, a new story unfolds … a much uglier version of the truth.

I watch as two buildings tumble to the ground … fire and smoke pour from the side. My mind quickly recalls 9/11 … is it terrorists? Read more

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A raccoon pooped on my porch

February 05th, 2008 | Category: Bad Day, Cats, Mondays

Is it burglars?

peeking through blindsAround 2:30 a.m. Monday, I woke to a loud scraping noise outside my window. The sound was followed by a loud hissing. I jumped from the bed and peeled back the blinds. Nothing. I almost returned to bed when I heard the sound repeat … only this time louder.

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Never lose hope

January 15th, 2008 | Category: Bad Day, Cats, Love, Spiritual

butterfly hopeHope is my middle name …

We must never give up hope. Hope powers dreams and desires. It is the fuel that keeps us alive. Even when a cloud lingers longer than it should, welcome it with a smile. Rain is necessary – it cleanses the land and brings needed water to the plants for growth and renewal.

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Missing cat, broken heart

January 06th, 2008 | Category: Bad Day, Cats, Love

medea4Scratch all that “make 2008 count” crap …

Despite my many attempts to bring sunshine into 2008, a large storm cloud hovers above my head mocking any effort I make towards finding happiness.

My cat is missing …

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