Kitty updates:
Rascasse is healing nicely on his ear. We are still flushing it daily but that will probably stop soon. He is still on antibiotics. The large wound is starting to granulate though. And he is so sweet about his treatments.
Tycho--his back legs are just fine. His front legs too, although we did put the splints on Weds. morning and afternoon. This will probably be the last time. His front legs seem strong and sturdy. And straight!
Morrigan's temp is normal now and she is eating better but her respirations are still not right. She is spending the day at the vet's office, having x-rays and lab work done to try and determine the problem.
Mama Veronica---what a really nice adult cat she is. We will get her on the next surgery list. Kittens are now 4 weeks old. They are playing with each other and toddling about. Sometimes they get on their backs and have a hard time righting themselves again. So cute, so sweet. They are just beginning to sample mama's food. And we hip hip hooray when they go potty in the little litterboxes! Yesterday they had their Bordetella vaccine. Two are on hold now--Frumpkin and Cheshire.
We've had several more adoptions!
Shelly and Nina were adopted together 9/10. They are the only pets in the house and so will get all the attention they can handle! They also are clients of our vet, Dr. Darcy and Dr. P! Shelly is the kitten that was up in the tree and needed rescued. Nina was found at a car shop where she went without food for 4 days. Both are such nice kitties!
Patcho and Jim were adopted together on 9/12. They too are the only pets in the home and has a very devoted new dad! Patcho was rescued from an outdoor area where he was dumped in an abandoned van. Jim was found by himself and needed to find an inside home. His new name is Iroh. Patcho will stay the same.
Jansen and Sunday Rose were adopted today, 9/16. These two kitties will bring much joy to a lady's life! There are two other cats, grown, in the home. Sunday Rose had been found crying in a heavy downpour. Jansen was found by himself at a scout camp, hungry.
We had a Flash Sale on Tuesday. The money from this will go towards our medical needs. We have used quite a bit of our medical supplies recently and have had to restock our shelves. The Flash Sale brought in $487!!! We are very thankful!
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As you may know, Steve and I and our family will be going on vacation together soon. Steve and I leave on Saturday. We will enjoy our time at OBX/Outerbanks. I already know that I will miss the kitties and cats terribly. And our 2 dogs and the volunteers. And the farmyard. And all the hoopla that goes on here. But, sometimes, we all need to take a break. Vacations offer new perspectives, help to catch up on sleep and are good for the body and mind--all of which I need.
The ocean waves have been proven to relax the mind. I love doing things with our family but simply sitting on the beach, watching the waves or just reading is totally relaxing! This is also where I sort things out in my mind. I have also lost 5 personal pets in the last 6 months and feel the need to let myself grieve for them. It's hard to do that here where we are so busy.
During these 2 weeks, the Rescue Center will be closed to the public. The reason is that Covid is still quite a worry and we have many volunteers to protect. By closing, it is one less thing for me to worry about while I am gone.....and a great way to keep the volunteers healthy.
Many thanks to the volunteers, the mods, the admins for being here for FFRC, making it possible for Steve and me to leave on vacation!
Ocean........here we come! 
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The last 2 days we have been able to trim more of the Porchie's toenails. Have two more to do but we're getting them done!
Treatments are caught up for right now inside and outside.
The roof is officially 100% done! And it looks nice (and safe). Let the rain come! The kitties and cats have put away their umbrellas!
Bolly had her spay on Tuesday. She is doing great. Still on soreness meds for a few days. No more puppies for this great dog! And she is happy about that!
No worries if you don't see Kiara and Camvi very much. They both so love being out in the dog's run--Bella's Place. They both meow and meow when they want out. Kiara was out there at 6:00 this morning! They both will always be back inside during the night time.
Tycho is afraid of no one! He is so very sweet but as little as he is, stands up for himself. A 12lb cat meowed at him, wanting Tycho's toy and Tycho popped the big guy in the nose. Needless to say, Tycho kept his toy!
You all take good care, stay healthy. Be happy. Derecho has come to me twice now, wanting to tell you all something. So......here it is....."It's ok to make mistakes, to not be perfect, to be yourself and to do what's best for you". Thank you, Derecho.