Yesterday, after a VERY long day of cat-related stuff I was pulled over by a police officer about the age of my son. The kid still had acne on his face, bless his heart. I was feeling all warm and fuzzy about him, (because my son is studying to be a police officer) when he started yelling at me about speeding. My mind was fuzzy, but I heard things like... a roadside suspension....50 kms over the speed limit...what's the matter with you...blah blah blah..
In my younger days, a smile would've wiped away his hostility, but I went with what I knew - menopause and exhaustion. I found myself telling him that the heat was making me want to puke...I had hot flashes...my car smelled like cat poop...I'm sorry, but I just want to go HOME....blah blah blah.
He tipped his hat and said, "Drive safely" and left. Maybe the old gal hasn't lost her touch, eh?
I received a wonderful update on "Skippy" a very cute orange guy that was adopted directly from the shelter:
"Hi Beth,A few weeks ago my mother and I met you at the shelter to adopt "Skippy" who is now Gus. I just wanted to update you and let you know he is doing great. He has settled in, gained weight, and been health cleared by the vet. He is really a wonderful boy and I am so grateful to you for the work that you do that brought him into our lives. I initially wanted to adopt a cat to give my puppy a friend and I have attached a couple of pictures to show you how wonderful that worked out (for Gus and Annie)!!
Thank you Beth!"
This picture was attached:
Thank you for making this Happy Friday all!
9 comments:
Yep, that picture was purrfect and I am so happy for both Gus and Annie!!!
Hi Beth, what a wonderful pic of Gus and Annie!
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Catrina
Great idea, Catrina!
How heartwarming!!
Hey Beth,
You haven't written about your neighbours lately...have they been quiet ???
I wish we could all forget our differences and get along like Gus and Annie!
That was quite funny re. the young officer who pulled you over. I can imagine that he wouldn't have wanted to deal with a hot, tired, nauseous, menopausal woman. ROTFL!
Hurrah for Gus and Annie--a happy "ending" for them both!
Anonymous: Ahhh...the Squirrel-Killing-Animal-Hating Neighbours! I guess that's another blog post, eh? :)
-B
Yep, it is all worth it, Beth. That saying, there are only a few special people like yourself who will give their time to help cats. Your time, patience (with people) & your emotions. I'm sending you a hug. Deb
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