It's been a busy week. But, I wonder how time can go so very fast. Poooosh, another week is done. I feel that is why it's so important to be kind, to be compassionate, to be of service. Time goes too fast and we can't get it back. "Time" to be sure we put on our positive side for others.
We had 2 more adoptions:
Nano was adopted 6/28. Such a cute little black/white kitten. He went into a home with another cat. This family was looking for a very affectionate kitten. Nano would certainly fit that!
Goldie Pearl was adopted 6/30. Her family just got back from vacation and came right away to pick her up! She too went into a home with another cat friend.
This week was a Fun-Raiser! It was wonderful and so very helpful. Steve was able to take care of some bill-paying last evening. We and the cats appreciate this support. Here's how it went, with BOXES first:
Lynda D---Temptation Snacks
Mary SoCal---2 Packs of O'Cedar Sponges, 2 Container of Temptation Snacks, Large bag of Adult Iams Hairball food,
Judy Judy --- 2 Containers of Temptation Party Mix Snacks
Miki Katsu / From Japan--- Snacks of all Kinds, Chicken & Tuna Bonito Flakes, Toys. Some of the cats sampled the Lickies this mornign--they liked it!
Anonymous--- Bag of 9Lives Protein Plus
Mr. Meow --- Sardines (LOTS ish) , Cans of Tuna, Turkey, Chicken (16 ish) , Squeeze Ups, Coil Toys, 2 Containers of Temptations, Paws packets , 2 cases of FF Kitten
Anonymous--- 24 rolls of TP
Fun Raiser Drawing
A - $ 160 -- Won by Tweeti Tweet
B - $ 85 -- Won By Michelle Lf
C - $ 385 -- Won by Glen & Kathy R
D - $ 470 -- Won By LadySonja310
E - $ 230 -- Won by MaddisonPepper
F - $ 165 -- Won By NancyPants
G - $ 625 -- Won By Julie C
H - $ 565 -- Diane Rit,,,,,,,,,,
Bumps from ,, Marco German, Judy L, Burgundy, James G, Jaxx, Kittiesmom, Clair & Paul, Jatcat, 2502 Tempo, Cyndie, YvonneVDK.
Fun Raiser Total $ 2,685
Bumps $ 345.88
Grand Total = $3,030.88
Isn't that just amazable? What a Grand Grand Total! Many thanks for all the items donated for the Fun-Raiser, for the consolation prizes. And to Marcia and Lynnette for writing up the tickets. And a big thanks to the Mods and Admins for helping us get the word out about this event.
Been working hard on upcoming adoptions. We have more kitties on hold but some have to wait until they grow a bit so they can have their spay/neuter done.
Just an FYI--yesterday, Lynnette, Donna and I went to visit Bolly and her pups. Oh my goodness.......they are all ever so nice. So friendly and playful. Our fence is now done so we're ready anytime for Bolly to come home with us.
A few updates:
Churchill is back to his ornery self. Doing super. Eating up a storm and playing like he will never run out of energy. Yet, he is super sweet
Shelly--continues to feel better about life. She came in terrified from her tree ordeal but is much better. Still a bit shy but that too is getting better.
Mithra--our little one with the 3 legs. Her weight is still so light. She hasn't gained as much as I'd like her to but we're working on it. She loves to be cuddled. What is left of her leg stump is looking good--no infection. She continues on antibiotics, soreness meds and a special ointment for the stump. What a brave girl she is.
Bingo has re-settled back so nicely. What a great young cat he is. We already know that he is excellent in a home and would make a new family a wonderful friend. He's still available for adoption.
Yeah for Punky! She came in so shy but not anymore. She loves to be held, to be petted, loves to purr and be made a fuss over! Her blackness looks so sleeky/
We have taken in two new kittens. They were found in deep grass, all alone. They are both long haired, with birthdays of 5/21/21, coming in at 5 1/2 weeks.
Bushie--black/white, female, traditional tuxie look
Chiffonyx--grey/white, female
We took in another kitten. Has caused my heart to hurt. A friend of FFRC found 4 kittens alongside a road, in the weeds. Three had already passed but the 4th was struggling to survive. He has been named June Bug, is black, a male and is 11 weeks old. His birthday is 4/15/21. Unfortunately, he arrived with hundreds of maggots on him and hundreds of fleas (which is the cause of death of his siblings). I'm so thankful for capstar which also kills maggots. We removed hundreds of them from histherious wounds on the backside and hip areas. The capstar also started working on his fleas. He is extremely anemic and that is not a good thing. It is a touch and go thing when the anemia is so severe. Please.....keep June Bug in your good thoughts and prayers. He's trying so hard. Due to his thinness and dehydration, we gave fluids, but again, with anemia, it has to be carefully given. He is also being given high protein food. He's a bit of a sad way right now but I keep telling him life will be better.
And then we have Zelda. I did get her report on Weds., but it's taken me a few days to let things sink in. Her growth on her elbow is a cancer tumor, probably an aggressive type with malignancy.. It is a painful tumor so pain control is of utmost importance. We are trying a variety of meds, all in hopes of her being comfortable. Surgery or amputation is not in the picture. As you know, Zelda has my heart and I will try my very bestest to have her be comfortable and enjoy life. P lease.....another one for good thoughts and prayers. I need my Zelda. Thank you.
You all have a wonderful weekend. Hoping any fireworks and bangs won't scare the animals. I always worry about this. Take care and know that FFRC appreciates you all.