Wow, Melissa -- I don't think I want to hang out with you too much -- we've got 5 already and would end up with more! I just have to ask, because if I didn't the listmom of one of my other lists would kick my ass -- have you listed these ones who found you as "found" with your local shelters and vets? Have you ruled out the possibility that these lovebugs may have someone who is missing them? Re: the abortion/spay. Yes, it's hard but there are so many unwanted kittens every year. Your decision is absolutely the right one. Diane R.
________________________________ From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Melissa Lind Sent: Friday, April 06, 2007 12:17 PM To: [email protected] Subject: Third cat this week! You guys won't believe it! I went to the gas station today-and anther baby found me! I can't believe it! I've rescued 3 cats in the last 10 years and fostered 2. Now, I've had 3 cats find me this week alone! I was much panicked at first, but I knew I had to do the right thing. I couldn't walk away from this one after doing right by two others this week. There's always room for more in my heart and my home (well, for now anyway). I lured this tabby (gray, white, brown) into my car-poor thing could've gotten run over or kicked or who knows what. It was hanging out by the front door as people came in and out, and I couldn't bear the thought of people being mean to it during the day. It wanted love so badly! The gas station was full of men drinking coffee, gossiping, etc., which although I know there are cat-loving men out there (my husband is one), I also know that most men in my community (only 800 people in my town) are cat-haters-with a passion. I had to get her out of there fast! The vet's office was surprised, but pleased, that I had the third one in this week. This new girl is so beautiful! She's a bob tail, and I've never been up close to one. Her fur is soft and silky-not much damage from scratching. I think she was a backdoor feeder or recently kicked out. No tags, so she's fair game for the new spay police (that's me). Unfortunately, she is pregnant (Ashley, stray #2 this week, was not). I'm sad to say since she's not far along, she will have a kitty abortion, but I'm trying to prevent the overpopulation, and even though I know her babies would be beautiful, I just cannot afford it. Please please don't admonish me for this choice-it was a tough one to make since all kitties are beautiful and deserve loving homes. One of the girls at the vet's office wanted to take her home immediately-but she wanted her as a barn cat. I said I wanted to find her an indoor home, but I'd let her know if I didn't. Truth is: I'll keep her here in our house indefinitely before sending her back outside. It's a relief to have a fairly healthy kitty this week after the FeLV+ and sickly Ashley. However, I haven't told my husband, so mums the word until next week. He'll fall in love her instantly, but he has to see her first. He'll think of the bills if he knows about her beforehand. I've never kept secrets from my hubby, none, but this one might have to be-it's for his own good because he worries about money as much as I worry about kitties. I think I'll name her Frosty, but I'm open to suggestions. I don't have a picture of her to share, but she has a frosted look to her fur. If you have any suggestions, throw them my way-I'll know if they fit or not. I'm not sure if Frosty is really the right name-it doesn't sound right, but it was the first thing I thought of when I found she was a girl. I originally named her Thomas on the ride to the vet's office. I'm 1-2 for guessing the genders this week! But, although I was panicked at first, I'm now overjoyed. This is what I was meant to do, and I know you guys will give me the strength to do it. I'm sorry this is not a FeLV issue (that I know of), but I just wanted to share with some people who understand-my family just shakes their heads. About the FeLV+ (Cassidy), he's finally figured out the litter box after I sniffed around the carpet and found his piddles. The crystal litter was too confusing to him-so it's back to old school clay until I can switch him over gradually. He hadn't had a bm until just now-I think he was waiting to be sure he went in the right place! He's a lot more comfortable, I can tell. Again, I have a super long post-thanks for listening! Now it's onto the job search...gotta pay the vet somehow! Does anyone know of a spay/neuter assistance program? I'm gonna need it! Melissa This electronic mail transmission and any attachments are confidential and may be privileged. They should be read or retained only by the intended recipient. If you have received this transmission in error, please notify the sender immediately and delete the transmission from your system. In addition, in order to comply with Treasury Circular 230, we are required to inform you that unless we have specifically stated to the contrary in writing, any advice we provide in this email or any attachment concerning federal tax issues or submissions is not intended or written to be used, and cannot be used, to avoid federal tax penalties.
