Mommy's 'lil Gizmo

So much going on...

2009-03-04T11:05:00.008-06:00

Well, A lot has happened that has made us all very busy around here lately.
(BTW, this is April, aka, Mommy.)

Firstly, about two weeks ago Landon fell on a chopstick and punctured the back of his mouth and has been on antibiotics just incase. He was taken to the ER to make sure there wasnt damage we couldnt see and had no internal bleeding. They did a CATscan and no knicks of the artery were found and no swelling as well. Just a pocket of air...And a sinus infection we had no idea he had. No congestion or anything, but oh well. We just had to watch him for breathing problems for a few days. He is all better now but still has a crescent moon shape hole/indentation in the back of his mouth though. When we were told that he was okay we were also informed that if it had been over just a little bit, that we never would have made it to the ER with him...But, he is doing fine now. Thank God!
On a lighter note, Eli had his first Birthday party this past Saturday. His b'day isnt actually til this Friday, but there were grandparents who couldnt make it this Saturday. He got lots of Monster trucks and hot wheels cars. My mother and grandmother also got him LOTS of baby food and he's been gobbling itup ever since. Landon has also been playing with the little girl next door. He loves it when he gets to play with her. She's about 5 months younger, but they are much closer in age than him and Eli are. For Valentine's day, they came over for burgers and I made her her own little heart cake from Landon. It was so cute!

(Eli making his "mad" face at the camera.)I have also been slowly working on -D ma's scarf. I get a row here and there done inbetween Mr. Piggy (Eli) wanting to eat, again..and diapers/potty training, and all that other mommy stuff. Fun times I tell ya!! lol.

Now, here's Gizmo!!!

Hey I got an award!!!! It's from -D ma, Diego, Theo, & Thompson over at Cat's Eye!!!

The rules are to list six things that make me happy.

I love when I snuggle beside daddy at night for my nightly luvins.

I love me some "good food"/the wet food in the pouch.

I am happy when I can sleep on the back of the couch undisturbed by beans.

I love having a cup of water in the bath tub. Mom thinks I'm crazy.

I LOVE chasing a laser light! I jump up the walls!

I am happy because I have a nice warm forever home.

(I wish all kitties could have forever homes!)

Thanks Boyz!!!

I would like to tag: Redfurd & all the kitties at Whimpurrs Whim, Victor & Mushka, Chica & Pumuckl, DaisyMae Mau & Feline Americans.

Ok, now I can get back to what I do best....SLEEP!!!

Happy (Late) Valentine's Day!

2009-02-14T21:15:00.002-06:00

Hello everyone! I know it's late but I finally made Mommy get on to post.
I would justlike to say Happy Valentine's Day to Redfurd, my oh-so-handsome mancat. And also to everyone else out there in the cat blogosphere and human-sphere as well.

Tuxie Tuesday

2009-01-27T10:54:00.004-06:00

Just a few LOLs to satisfy your need for funny...

Thankful Thursday

2009-01-22T10:37:00.003-06:00

Well, let's see...I am thankful to be an inside kitty where it's always nice and warm. 'Nuf said.

pee-ess...Redfurd, wanna come over and snuggle? I miss my mancat!

~Gizmo

Few And Far Between

2009-01-08T11:40:00.002-06:00

The beans are feeling better now, so I should be able to get mom to help me blog some more now. She has still been busy crocheting lots of goodies lately. (-d ma I havent forgotten about your scarf!)
I on the other hand have been taking it easy and soaking up bits of sunshine here and there around the house. Mommy loves to come find me and feel of my warm furs from the sunlight.
Well, I will try to get mommy started on that scarf she promised Diego, Theo, and Thompson's Daddy over at Cat's Eye.
Until Tomorrow.....I bid you all a Good Day!! lol

I guess it's about time..

2008-12-30T09:39:00.004-06:00

..that I got back to posting on here. Things have been crazy with all the holiday stuffs. So, I got a new kitty bed for Christmas! It looks just like the one Whimpurr's kitties have that I saw on a video on her blog!!! How cool is that? I don't sleep in mine when people are awake. I dont want them to see me actually using it. So, when they go to sleep, that's when I snuggle into it. But, I have been caught a few times already.
So, how did the Holidays go for all of you? I hope you all got lots of goodies to play with and eat.
Apparently, someone came to our house that was/has been sick and didnt tell us. So, Landon, the 2yr old bean, is congested and sneezing and just not feeling good. Mommy hates it when people dont care about getting kids sick. Ugh! Oh, and also Eli, 9 months, has to get his shots today. They are his 6 month shots, but mommy and daddy decided to wait a while before he got anymore b/c they hate babies getting shots. Autism is one in 100 for boys. So, he is getting these shots 3-almost 4 months later. Anyway, I gotta let mommy get on here and check something before they have to go get those shots. Can you all say Tylenol?!? Yeah, for Eli to help the shots not be so bad. Redfurd, I havent forgotten about you! I am so very sorry I wasnt able to be on here and to send you a little something for Christmas. But, I hope you did get lots of goodies anyway. Want to come over later and snuggle in my new kitty bed?

~Giz

Merry Christmas

2008-12-24T11:15:00.004-06:00

Merry Christmas Everyone! I hope you all get lots of stinky goodness and toys. I have received some Christmas cards from you all and they put a smile on my face. I am very sorry I havent been able to send one back to you all in return.
Daddy finally get his bonus, but it's all gone already from some things called "bills"..but, I got some stinky goodness and a clean litter box and that is all I want!!

Merry Christmas to my handsome mancat, Redfurd!!!!! *kisses*

Love you all!
~Gizmo
& April, Michael, Eli, and Landon!!!

Sad News

2008-12-10T09:51:00.000-06:00

Sorry I haven't posted lately. Mom's been very busy working on Christmas presents. She's crocheting hats and scarfs for everyone. Like 15 to get done in what...15 days now. She has 7 left so slowly but surely.
Anyway, internet is still not on. Money is really really tight right now. So Christmas is going to not be as good as it was going to be. See the big high up boss people of Daddys can't decide how much his bonus is going to be. They usually have it by Thanksgiving and now the rumor is it may not be until the first of the year but maybe early as the 22nd of December. We were really counting on this money to get bills caught up but its not happening. I don't know what we're gonna do. I may be having to just post this way with no pictures for a while. Sorry Redfurd, no new pictures!
Ooooo Mommy is PiSsEd at a darn dog too! Some stupid person let their rabid mean dog out and he KILLED our neighbor kitty,Scabby!!!! This was Saturday I think. Scabby's bean daddy was outside waiting for him with a gun but couldn't get him. We are scared that this dog will hurt one of the kids (they have a little girl). Landon likes to run in the yard when going to or from the car & the dog could run up & hurt him. Mom doesn't even want to walk to the mailbox. Apparently the dog killed other kitties recently too. One lady thinks she knows who he belongs to and that the lady could care less what her dog has done. So Colin our neighbor(Scabbys owner) is going to look into it. Don't get them wrong we all love doggies and Colin has 3, but with what this one did, it is unforgiveable. Scabby was such a sweet and loveable cat. He seemed as much ours as he was theirs. He would run over to greet us every time we went outside. And now he's gone because some lady let her beast into a neighborhood full of KIDS and other small pets. Ok, this is just getting me worked up again so I'm gonna go. Just wanted to leave a little update on everything...and to sum up in one word....BAD!!!

Wordy Wednesday

2008-12-03T03:11:00.000-06:00

April here: Well the power is back on as of yesterday afternoon. However now its our cable internet that's all screwy. I was told they are working on the lines around here for that digital changeover stuff in February. The cable itself is fine. Its just the internet. Whatever! I am paying a pretty penny to have it so it better be working soon! I swear if it's not one thing it's something else! Can you tell it's been a rough few days? Lol. And yes, I am typing this at 3-something in the morning. Eli has been fussing all night. Waking me up every little bit. It's going to be a long day...So, I hope you all have a nice Hump Day!
Here's Giz...
Hey everyone. I am awake and up with Mommy. She's had a rough day so I am following her around and meowing very loudly to make her feel better. She keeps telling me to be quiet, to not wake Eli back up.
Oh, and Redfurd *sigh* I would love to come by for some snuggles!
Well, I hope everyone is inside and nice and toasty today!
See you all later. I will try to leave a few comments but its a lot slower doing it from a BlackBerry. Toodles!

No Power

2008-12-02T11:31:00.000-06:00

No pictures today. I am posting from mom's phone. Our power is off. Apparently there were problems with the check last month. But they can't figure out why. So, daddy is at the utility department trying to show them it cleared. Lights are ok to be off but power for our electric heaters is not. This is the one time they are glad they have gas heat too and its not off. So, when its back on later I will post a picture

Oh man, It's Monday...

2008-12-01T10:59:00.002-06:00

Well, it's been a long weekend. We had daddy's foster parents over and they made a mess in the kitchen..er, cooked some foods. Yeah, that's what we'll call it. Mom made some of the most delicious ham I have ever eated!!! Everybody said so! I got some since it was a special day.
So, mom has also made 2 scarfs in that time. One took less than a day and the other was her first and took a bit more time to figure out. Now, with some left over yarn, she is going to make me one of these: She found this picture when doing a search for crochet/knit cat toys and is going to make me one!!! Yay! I can't wait.
Well, mom says she needs the 'puter to look up more pattens for her crochet stuff.
I hope everyone had a nice and safe Thanksgiving. OH, and it's snowing here in NW Alabama right now!!! May not "stick" but if there IS some accumulated when daddy gets home, the beans will get to go out and play in it. I usually get taken out so I can smell the snowflakes. It's fun when they land on my nose because they tickle!
--GIZMO?!?!?!?!?
Ok, Ok,Mommy. I am done now!!!

Wordy Wednesday

2008-11-26T12:19:00.004-06:00

I love sleeping on any random pieces of clothes. Especially Daddy's!

PeeEss: Mommy has signed up to make money online doing surveys! Fun stuff. She's already got quite a bit accumulated. Hmmm, maybe this means more Temptations for me!!!! I have included a link incase you would like to check it out. I promised Mom I'd post about it if she gave me some stinky goodness for breakfast, so...here I am posting about it!

Pictures of the tree for Whimpurr!

2008-11-25T01:03:00.003-06:00

Here are some pictures of our Christmas tree! Actually, they are from last year, but it still looks exactly the same. Mommy made the tree skirt and painted many of the ornaments so they were all Tennessee Volunteers colors. Onlybecause you can't find any Tennessee Christmas stuff down here in Alabama. It's all Alabama and Auburn..boo!!! lol...I will see if I can find some of the pictures of the ornaments close up and post those aswell so you can see how good mommy did!
PeeEss: Don't mind the curtains over the top of the window. That's because the beans pull on them...

Rainy Monday in Alabama

2008-11-24T12:23:00.003-06:00

Mommy saw this on Redfurd's blog and just had to have it. She says it's hard to blog everyday while trying to potty train a 2 yr old and keep up with an almost walking 8 month old. So, this way it makes us not feel as bad about not posting for a few days!This is me on Halloween, I think I am pretty with my goatee and my Cindy Crawford mole-spot beside my nose. Lol!! What do you all think?

Well, it's almost Thanksgiving, which means it's almost Christms!! I better get started on Red's present!!! But, I can't tell you what it is b/c he will read this and know what I am getting/making! hehe

Purrs to you all, ~Gizmo

Wordless Thursday...

2008-11-20T11:35:00.003-06:00

Twitter!

2008-11-19T12:40:00.002-06:00

Ok, just what i need...another something to update. But, it's going to not just be for me, Mommy is going to use it for her and the beans too. So, here's the link.
https://twitter.com/Clemmons_x_4

Can you believe that she did the x4 but that doesnt include me in the count! grrr, It's okay b/c I got my own bloggy.

I have already found Daisy, so I am currently following her! Do any of you other kitties have twitter?

Tuxie Tummy Tuesday

2008-11-18T09:52:00.001-06:00

Oh...Redfurd.....hehe.

Maniac Monday

2008-11-17T09:36:00.002-06:00

I'm calling it Maniac Monday because I am on a rampage thru the house this morning! I am jumping on and off everything and getting into cabinets that dont have the child lock things. I found where they hide my stinky goodness, but mom saw me and I ran away. There is a lot of fluffing of random stuff as well. Like the table leg, mommy's leg, a suitcase, the floor...to name a few. Oh, and I also randomly lick certain spots on the floor too. Nothing there, just gotta lick it!

Mommy says all of this may be because it's colder. I have no idea. I jus know that I am in a very good mood!

Another Lazy Sunday

2008-11-16T01:22:00.002-06:00

Well, it's another lazy Sunday around here. I'm gonna sleep. Mom's gonna do her CVS'ing/coupon thing. And Daddy and the beans will probably watch some football, nascar, and cartoons. Yep, not much happenin around here but check out this picture the mama took. It didn't load all the way for some reason, but I think it's funny. I am not mad, just in the process of blinking. lol. SCARY!

Finally Friday

2008-11-14T10:36:00.006-06:00

It's been a long week. But seems kinda short because Daddy only worked 3 days this week. I am happy it is Friday because I can relax and get lots of scritchins over the weekend.
Grandma had surgery on Monday and is doing well. She came home Wednesday afternoon and has been lounging on the couch ever since. She has to be out of school, she's a teacher, for a whole month. Oh and while they were at the hospital Great-Grandma was feeling very bad. She has lots of problems with her older age and they said she was sitting in a wheel chair so she didnt have to walk around and all a sudden her head just fell over and she was non-responsive for a bit. She woke up or whatever it was and said she wanted to take a pain pill. So, they found an empty bed and had her lie down for a bit. Things are going down not slowly, but not fast too, for great-grandma and everyone knows it. When Landon was born in '06 the Step-Great-Grandpa
(her Husband) was a few floors up in a hospital room too. He never got to see Landon. It was sad.
Ok, I have had enough of all this sadness! I need to cheer up!!! Hmmm, How about a WWE Smackdown party tonight?!? Any of you watch wrestling? My adult beans like it. Mommy's favorites are Jeff Hardy, Randy Orton, and John Cena! Oh, and who doesn't love the Undertaker!?! I admit it, I sit on the back of the couch and stare at the tv...they say I'm weird.
Here are some videos of the above mentioned guys.

Thankful Thursday

2008-11-13T19:11:00.002-06:00

It's late but I just wanted to post something I am thankful for....I am thankful to have a very special mancat in my life! His name is Redfurd!!!

Wordless Wednesday: Me & Tigger

2008-11-12T09:17:00.001-06:00

Tuxie Tuesday: Whiskers

2008-11-11T12:42:00.002-06:00

When Mommy finds a whisker, I like to eat it! She says I'm weird, but that it's funny to watch. Hope everyone has a good day. Daddy is back to work tomorrow, so maybe I can get back to posting more.

~Gizmo

Finally Friday

2008-11-07T00:00:00.007-06:00

Well, I made it thru another week, but the bad thing is Daddy says I get another bath this weekend. They found another flea. Ugh! I don't know how it got in here on me, but they are doing their best to kill the one here and there that they find. But, I will admit I do like how fluffy I am the next day. After I get a bath, the next day, I lay around with my tummy sprawled out waiting to be rubbed. So, it's not all bad I guess.

Oh, and I think it was T'abby Normal who told me about the "Gimp" software. Thank you! Mommy downloaded it and is going to try it out later!

P.S. Mommy finally got the bean, Landon's headshots from the lady last night. She's a little peeved. The lady said she would photoshop his busted & bruised lip when she took the pictures. Well, she didn't do a single one! They wouldn't have gotten them taken if she wasn't going to fix them. They would have waited a bit. It took her 2 weeks to put about 20 pictures on a disk and give it to us, without fixing them. So, mommy did it herself in about five minutes. See, you can't even tell he had a busted lip! So, why did this lady take 2+weeks to get them to us and not even do what she said she would?
Anyway, Landon's headshots are for a talent/modeling agency in our town. Mommy hopes he gets to do some stuff here and there and they are planning on putting the money in the savings account at the bank. Oh, and Eli is doing it aswell. But, don't worry mommy says that it's not going to turn into a crazy parents trying to get their kids on tv type of thing. Just a way to help with the future college fund. :-) Click to biggify and see how good Mommy did on the pic! The second one is using the new Gimp software and Mommy is still figuring it out. So, you can still tell a little bit where his booboo was. The third, well, we will call it an outtake!
*edit*:Mommy can't get them to click to biggify, anyone know why?

Hope everyone has a nice and sleepy weekend. Daddy is off for the next 4 days. Yay!

~Gizmo luffs Redfurd

Tuckered Tuxie Thursday

2008-11-06T09:58:00.002-06:00

I am a little tired so I think I'll nap on the couch today...Wanna snuggle, Redfurd?

Wordy Wednesday: Lil Bit of Everything

2008-11-05T00:03:00.004-06:00

My Mommy is a happy Mommy as of last night. She is very happy that Barack Obama gets to be the next President. I don't understand all of this "vote" stuff, but if Mommy says it's good, then it must be...except when she talks about bathtime...eek!

So, see the evil gate in this picture? That monster keeps me from getting in the living room. Normally I wouldnt want to go in there anyway because of the beans messing with me, but when it is closed I HAVE to be right there watching everything that happens. I give Mommy a sad look from the other side of the prison gate, but she says things like "You don't want in here! The boys will get after you!" I guess she is right...

Chloe/Update: She came home from the Funeral Home on Tuesday. She is in a little white box and is right next to Tigger's ashes from a few years ago. Grandma said that when grandpa came in with the pet carrier that Snowy and Sandy came up to it looking for her. When they didn't see her, they ran and hid from them. She said that every so often Sandy would come and peek his head around the corner and look at them then run and hide again. They know something is not right. Poor kitties.

I also wanted to ask you all two questions.
1.)When you make those pretty pictures, what photo editing software do you use? Mommy can't afford PhotoShop, so we need a free something to use. She has a trial of something that costs $100 to purchase, but that's still a little high for the budget right now. Anyone have any ideas what she could use? You can email her/send her a suggestion to her email if you would like: apeclems(at)comcast.net Just replace the "(at)" with @ when you send it.
2.)I have seen some poems about the Rainbow Bridge and was wondering if any of you could point me in the right direction to find a good one for grandma to give to her with her scrapbook that is going to have pictures of Chloe in it..

Thanks Effuryone in advance for your help!
Headbutts,
~Gizmo <3

Tuxie Tuesday

2008-11-04T09:51:00.004-06:00

First of all I would like to say thank you all for the nice comments. I have tried leaving everyone a comment to say thank you, but there were maybe 2 that I was having trouble with the comments box thingy. So, if you don't have a TY comment, please know that I tried to leave one! Here is a picture of the boys on Halloween.

~April

Gizmo: Here is my Tuxie Tuesday photo:

R.I.P. Chloe

2008-11-03T12:10:00.005-06:00

Update: I talked to my mother finally. She said that my Step-dad, Steve, took Chloe to a different vet and was told that unless they could pay around $600+ for 3 different tests, to figure out what is wrong, then she only had about 3 months, at the most, to live. And that's not counting all the painful pokes and pricks she would have to endure...She was in pain and was not getting better from the medicine after all. They decided to help her to the bridge this morning and Steve was taking her to the place where my Jewels (RIP 9/16/01) and my mother's other kitty, Tigger (RIP 2006), was cremated to have her cremated as well. I am trying to get around to everyone to leave thank you's for your kind words. However, the beans keep unplugging the laptop and hindering the process. I am making my mother a scrapbook of the boys and her cats for Christmas and am thinking of including a page with all of your comments in it. It would definately take her by surprise and make her smile. My mother sent me a text message saying that Chloe had crossed the bridge. I do not have any details, as I am waiting on her to call me around lunchtime, which is any moment now.

She was doing much, much better last time I talked to her. But, we didn't make it to church yesterday for me to ask my mother about her. I know Sandy and Snowy (Chloe's twin) are probably sad and looking for her.

I will have the full story as soon as my mother calls.

For Redfurd!

2008-11-03T00:00:00.000-06:00

Lookie what I got Mommy to make!

Happy Halloween to Efurry One!!!

2008-10-31T00:00:00.001-05:00

Happy Halloween All! Mommy made this cute picture of me just for Halloween! I hope Redfurd likes it! It's just a little quick something Mommy threw together!
Luffs, Gizmo <3Are any of you getting to go trick-or-treating? I don't get to. But, the beans are going and will be getting lots of candies! Daddy promised he would give me some stinky goodness while they go out getting the candy! Landon is going to be a little Renaissance boy. Eli will be a Giraffe. Daddy is, of course, going as Kid Rock. Mommy has no idea what to be, so she's thinking of throwing on some pj's and a house coat and putting curlers in her hair and going as a plain old house wife. Poor mommy...she couldnt find her Tennessee Vols cheerleading outfit she made a year ago, so she is limited to what she can be. I am going to be a sleepy kitty with a tummy full of stinky goodness! haha! What are you going to be?

Thursday: Thankful / Chloe

2008-10-30T00:32:00.000-05:00

I am thankful for every one of you kitties.

Chloe is doing so much better. Grandma said that she is back to eating and she even WANTS to take her pills every morning! She is taking a antibiotic and a diuretic for the fluid. Again, there are no signs of the hole in her heart. Mommy thinks it was a glitch in the machine, but it's great news. She is getting back to being her playful self. On another note, Sandy is having allergy sniffles ans sneezes again, he has to get shots every few months to keep from getting snot everywhere! Ew! lol

Mommy is also feeling better. However, she is still contemplating going to the human VET just to be checked out. She is 99% sure it's nothing but a normal girly thing, but there is a slight hint in the back of her mind that says it's what she dreads it could be/could have been. I won't go into that b/c it's not good for little kitty eyes to read.

So, on a happier note, I want to say a big LUFFS to my handsome mancat, Redfurd!

Here are some beans pictures Mommy took recently:

Wordless Wednesday

2008-10-29T23:31:00.000-05:00

Tuxie Tuesday

2008-10-28T11:40:00.003-05:00

Here's a lil tongue action for you all today! lol. Help, I'm in jail!
Grandmommy says that Chloe is doing lots better. She is still weak at times and wants to play but just cant find the energy. Her lungs are looking better too. She is still on antibiotics and they are saying that they couldnt find the hole in her heart yesterday when she went back! Holy Cow! They couldnt find it! That's good news. Maybe good things will keep happening for her! Again, thank you all for your kind prayers and thoughts. Chloe is getting better everyday.

Oh, and Redfurd, I feel like I have been neglecting you with my girlfriendly duties. Mom hasnt been able to help me get online (other than her blackberry) because she has been having her own troubles the past two days. But, she's feeling much better today!
Luffs & Purrs, Gizmo <3

Chloe

2008-10-25T10:16:00.002-05:00

Hey everyone. Things have been crazy with all the running around going on here today. The beans had 2 birthdays to go to and then the Tennessee vs Alabama football game. Anyway, I didn't talk to my mother until just a minute ago. She said that Chloe is actually doing a bit better. Apparently, Chloe wasn't able to lay down unless she was on the back of the couch slumped over it, and today she is able to lay in the floor and actually be somewhat comfortable. So, the prayers from all of you are slowly working for her. Thank you all so much. She still has a ways to go. I don't have any other updates as far as the fluid in her lungs or about the hole in her heart because my mother was in a hurry to get back to work. But, even the slightest bit better is good news. Again, I will keep you all updated on her progress.

Thanks you everyone for asking about her.

Update: Chloe

2008-10-24T15:57:00.002-05:00

Update: Mommy here again: My mother called and is on her way to take Chloe back to the vet. She even said that is if she is still here and hasn't crossed the bridge. That is so sad. She said that Sandy, her not white kitty (who looks like Gizmo's man, Redfurd!) who usually doesn't have much to do with the twin whities, has been sittin' there staring at Chloe and even goes up to her and licks her nose. He knows something is wrong and feels bad for her. And for him to do this, it has to be something bad.
Well, mom was supposed to have her there at 3:30cst, so I should have another update in a bit. Please say more prayers and send purs her way. This is making my mother feel very sad. And I have no idea how Snowy is feeling. She is Chloe's twin. So, they are usually inseparable and if all goes bad, then she will probably be very saddened as well.
Ok, well we are getting a new couch and love seat tomorrow morning. I gotta clean up the living room and figure out a way to get this old recliner couch out the door. My husband isn't home yet, and I am tired from the day of worrying about Chloe, keeping up with the boys, and trying to figure out how we are going to fit the new couch/ls in here tomorrow...

You Are All So Sweet!

2008-10-24T00:00:00.000-05:00

Thank you for all the prayers for Chloe. Mommy almost started crying reading all the comments from the last post. I believe that every prayer will help her. Mommy said she can't get over how nice everyone from the cat blogosphere is. I feel like you all have become some of my closest friends over these months I have been blogging. You are all always there to help a kitty in need. I am very grateful to have friends like you. I will update everyone on Chloe's condition as grandma let's us know. Thank You again!!!

PeeEs: Mommy got the sniffles helping me type this. :-)

Please Say A Prayer for Grandma's Kitty, Chloe

2008-10-23T10:28:00.007-05:00

April here, I just wanted to take a few minutes to ask for prayers for my mother's kitty, Chloe. She had taken all three of her cats to the vet last week for their shots, etc. Well, they noticed Chloe was having trouble breathing. Well, she has since been back I believe two times. JB, the vet, said that she has fluid on her lungs and is on antibiotics. BUT, he also said that she has a hole somewhere in there. I am guessing in her heart or somewhere like that. And that is also making her breathe harder. My mother has had the twins for only a year, so it's very sad. She doesn't know what is going to ultimately happen to Chloe. I believe she has to go back soon to see if the antibiotics are helping. My mother also said she may need surgery. She doesnt think they could afford it if Chloe does need it. She said she may have to just let her go in peace if nothing else can be done. It is so sad....Here is a picture of Chloe with Landon.

I would also like to thank our friends over at Whimpurr's Whim who have given us an award to brighten our day!! Thank you so much, everyone!

Here are the award instructions:

Put the logo on your blog.
Add a link to the person who awarded you.
Nominate 10 other blogs.
Add links to those blogs on yours.
Leave a message for your nominees on their blogs.
I would like to pass this award along to:
Angus Mhor; Cat's Eye; Derby; Forty Paws; Survival of the Furriest/Monty Q;
PB&J Is My Favorite; Victor the Vampire Kitty; Island Cats; Tybalt, the Prince of Cats;
The Ballicus Blog!!!!

Thanks again everyone for praying for my mother's kitty. It means a lot, and I know purrs and prayers can and will help her!!

~April, the mama bean.

Wordless Wednesday

2008-10-22T14:24:00.002-05:00

Tuxie Tuesday

2008-10-21T11:17:00.002-05:00

Me in an old rocking chair that belonged to mommy's grandmommy. I was chasing a light reflection and mommy snuck a picture of me.

It's Tocktober!!

2008-10-20T12:04:00.001-05:00

Happy Birthday, Derby! Here's my 'Tocktober picture!

Another Lazy Sunday

2008-10-19T12:25:00.000-05:00

Well it's a lazy Sunday around here again. So, not much to meow about today. With this cooler weather, I am sleepin more and taking it easy.
But, I do want to say that I am going to try to get better at leaving comments for everybody who leaves me one. It's hard to do with a Mommy who is always having to do something with/for the beans. And we all know I am not good at typing on a laptop. Hehe.
Oh, and Redfurd, I hope you're having a good weekend! I am going to try to get mommy to make a nice picture of me and you together soon!

Left Alone Saturday...

2008-10-18T16:50:00.000-05:00

Sorry I haven't been able to post until now. The mommy and daddy and beans have been in and out since 9:00 this morning. Oldest bean, Landon, had headshots made for a Talent Agent. Then they dropped off their step-sister and THEN went to Wal-Mart for groceries. Mommy saved $26.95 with coupons! GO Mommy! They also got me a new comb and some stuff for fleas. She found one on me after that doggie had been hanging around so she wanted to be sure there are no more.
So, hope everyone has a great weekend!
My Luffs to Redfurd! *sigh*

Finally Friday: Lasers

2008-10-17T12:32:00.000-05:00

A Clean Kitty is A Happy Kitty

2008-10-16T12:10:00.002-05:00

Last night after my bath:

This morning:

My new bald spot...Redfurd, you still luffs me right? Even like this?

Bad Kitty Thursday!

2008-10-16T00:01:00.001-05:00

This is Mommy here today. Just look at what Gizmo did last night!

There was a table with a mist fountain on it (like the one below). There was also a small shelf on the wall WAY above it. Well, Gizmo got the bright idea of trying to "drink" from this fountain.
She climbed up on the table and when she put her paws on the edge of the fountain...SPLASH....JUMP...BUMP...CRASH!!!

She got wet and jumped and tried to LAND on the shelf!!! And the fountain crashed to the ground spilling water and glass everywhere!!! This was at 10pm, bedtime, and we were up for an hour cleaning up the glass and vacuming the carpet. She got in trouble and by the time we had ran in there to see what happened, she was on the kitchen table looking quite guilty! See, all we heard was a crash of glass, so my hubby grabbed his gun and went to check all the windows and look for bad guys!!! But, it was just Gizmo...being Gizmo...

**Excuse the mess, things were thrown everywhere trying to find all the glass**

What the fountain looked like:And After:You can see the shelf in this one: Gizmo here: I didn't do it!!! ok...ok...yes, I did...I am sorry Mommy. Guess what they did to me as punishment? They gave me a bath!! Yes, you read right. A bath. Ugh...

Mommy: Gizmo, you were shedding everywhere and you had a few knots of fur back there that needed to be cut out b/c your hair is so thick!

Gizmo: Well....I do have to admit I am now all fresh and clean for my man, Redfurd. **sigh**

Do any of you ever get a bath? Do you find it as unacceptable as I do? I mean, afterward I spent all night giving myself a real bath to fix my fur!

Thursday is National Feral Cats Day!

2008-10-16T00:00:00.000-05:00

Please go here!

Wordless Wednesday

2008-10-15T11:57:00.005-05:00

Tuxie Tuesday

2008-10-13T22:52:00.000-05:00

*Sigh* I wish Redfurd were here to share this window with me...

Omigosh! Omigosh!

2008-10-12T13:37:00.000-05:00

Omigosh! Redfurd asked me to be his girl today!!! Of course I said yes!!! I am so happy! Ahhh, Everything is perfect!

Lazy Saturday

2008-10-11T10:40:00.003-05:00

I feel like really being lazy today. So, here are two Kitty Heaven pictures for you to enjoy. I hope this is what it is really like over the bridge. How about you? Good Morning Redfurd! Hope you have a nice lazy day like myself!

Finally Friday

2008-10-10T11:34:00.004-05:00

I had so much fun with Redfurd last night. I am still giddy! *sigh*

Check out this picture Mommy did for me last night while I was on my date.

Welcome, Redfurd!

2008-10-09T18:34:00.009-05:00

Welcome to my home, Redfurd. I have got some of that nice ham you like. I also had mom stop and get a bottle of wine just incase you wanted some. And there's catnip for desert! I have some bagged up for you to take home to your friends too.

**I am so excited! This is my very first date ever...I hope Redfurd likes me, because I think he is a very handsome mancat. Will let you all know how it goes!**

***UPDATE: Redfurd gave me some beautiful flowers! You can see them here. I think he is a very sweet kitty. We are about to sit down to supper. Purrs, ~Gizmo

***Another Update: I had so much fun with Redfurd tonight. After dinner we had some catnip outside under the stars and talked. He is very sweet. I thanked his bean for letting him come over, too. So, maybe this is the start of something really nice! *sigh* I have had a long day, I think I am going to head to bed now. See you in the morning everyone!

Good Night and Sweet Dreams Redfurd!!!

Ham!

2008-10-09T00:00:00.003-05:00

Ha Ha. While daddy was feeding the little bean (see the jar behind his plate), I decided I wanted some of his ham...and got some! I had already eaten some mommy gave me, but I wasn't full, so I helped myself to daddy's.

Do you all steal food from your beans' plates too?

Well this is Day 4 of "finding love", I have my sights set on two mancats so far. But, we will just have to wait and see!

Also, I've redone my page. What do you think about it? Please let me know!

Wordless Wednesday (almost)

2008-10-08T11:09:00.007-05:00

Thanks everyone for helping so far to find me a mancat. I have met some really cool new kitties in the process of checking everyone out!
P.S. This is post number 89, so it's getting close to number 100! Maybe I should start making plans for a little get together?!? What do you think?

Day 2 of Finding Love

2008-10-07T11:14:00.004-05:00

So boys, what do ya think of these?
I'm looking for a mancat to treat me like a princess:

I'm looking for my Mr. GoodCat! Thanks to Zoolatry for doing these pictures! You're the best!

A Challenge for You All!

2008-10-06T11:41:00.005-05:00

So, I have been searching and searching high and low for the perfect mancat. I haven't found him yet. So, here' s my challenge. Help me find my true love! Think you can do it? You are all so wonderful, I am sure you can help me find him!

So, is there anyone that comes to mind? Let me know! Or tell him about me and have him check out my bloggy. I would love to find someone in time for christmas. I love sending presents!

I want you all to meet Kiki!

2008-10-06T11:01:00.007-05:00

This is Kiki. She is the beans not real kitty. When Landon got her, he couldn't say Kitty, so he called her Kiki and that became her name. She is almost 2 years old now and meows and purrs when you pet her. She is a very sweet kitty.

The beans like her 'cuz they can pet her...which means they are not petting me! Yay! They can be rough sometimes and I am just too fast for them! P.S. She's not mad, just looks that way in the picture because her floofy fur is in her eyes!
P.S.S. Kiki wants to give a sweet shout out to Mike from Grethen's Paw Prattle! He is looking for love and she hopes he thinks she is purty!

Thankful Thursday

2008-10-02T00:00:00.000-05:00

I am thankful for a forever home and a warm bed to sleep in... I am thankful for my mommy....
...and my daddy...
And, yes, even the beans...even if they try to catch me all the time...
I am also thankful for my bloggy friends...and not just because they give me awards. They make me laugh on a daily basis and are just all around nice kitties.

Here's my latest award:

The guys from Cat's Eye were kind enough to nominate me for this wonderful award.

Here are the rules:

1) Put the logo on your blog.

2) Add a link to the person who awarded you.

3) Nominate at least 7 other blogs.

4) Add links to those blogs on yours.

5) Leave a message for your nominees on their blogs.

Here are the kitties I will nominate:

Prince Muddy Paws

Daisy

Monty Q
Whiskers & Purrs Gang

Victor the Vampire Kitty

The Cat Realm

Meezer Tails

Friday...night

2008-09-26T21:04:00.003-05:00

So, Daddy has taken off work yesterday and today, so Mom's been busy with him and the beans playing and leaving a lot here and there. It's late but I thought I'd post a Friday picture for you all to see...This is me looking out the window, smellin the smells, and enjoying my open window time.

p.s. I see lots of kitties that have bf/gf's and got me to thinking that I need to find me a man kitty to lufs!!! Mommy says she thinks she saw a blog for kitties to find luvs one time, but sadly she can't find it anymore...do you know where I can find it?

Wordless Wednesday

2008-09-24T11:05:00.000-05:00

Tuxie Tuesday

2008-09-23T13:15:00.005-05:00

Helping mom with her CVS/couponing stuff... Mommy got this picture after catching me trying to climb on the picture shelves behind me. I was too quick, so she didn't get any incriminating evidence that I knocked a few frames over. ha. I look sooo innocent, right? meow.
Be sure to check out my Mommy's Bloggy from time to time.

Monday LOL's

2008-09-22T12:02:00.000-05:00

My first two awards!!!!

2008-09-20T00:52:00.009-05:00

Yay, I have my first two awards to share with you all!

The first was given to me by Kellykat/Stryder, Scotchy & Sugar. It was my very first ever award!!! They actually gave it to me right after my big party a few weeks back. I have finally gotten Mommy to post it...bad mommy!

I am giving this award to my fave guys from Cat's Eye!!! Hope you like it because I really enjoy reading about your boys!

And our second award is from -d ma, Diego, Theo, & Thompson over at Cat's Eye!!

Thanks Guys!!

The rules for accepting the award are as follows:

Give this award to five friends (and only 5) who are dedicated followers of your blog - one has to be a new blogger in a different part of the world. Link back to whoever gave you this award.

I have a few loyal readers that I know about so...I will award this award to:

1) Forty Paws

2) Derby

3) Angus Mhor

4) PB&J Is My Favorite

5) Our Life By Eric & Flynn

"When You Lie Next To Me..."

2008-09-17T11:33:00.005-05:00

I wish Mommy had the chance to scan some pictures of Jewels, but she just hasn't had the time....I will try to get some up soon so you can see my sissy.

It's been 7 years since mommy had to put my sister, Jewels, to sleep. She had kidney failure and we found out about it very late. She was 3 pounds and could barely walk all of a sudden. All I know is that she went bye-bye one day and never came home.
Mommy says that the doctor said that if they hadn't taken her in to see him, that she would have come home from school that day and probably find her past away. That still makes mommy sad to think about.

Mommy says: Here's what happened. Jewels started walking funny and my mom decided to take her in to see JB, the vet. I was in Spanish class when there was a knock on the door. The teacher told me that there was someone who wanted to talk to me. I went to the door and it was my mom..who was crying so hard! I asked her what? and she couldnt even tell me for a few minutes. She finally got it out that Jewels was really bad and that she was signing me out to go to the vet with her. I got pizzed off because my brother didnt want to go. I still havent forgiven him about that, but it's okay. So, I got my stuff and got in my car to drive home, then to the vet. I honestly do not know why they let me drive in that condition. I was bawling the whole way home. When I got there I didnt remember the drive. Me, mom, and my step-dad all got in mom's car and drove the few minutes to the vet. I went in and I knew she was bad. She was normally scared of other people but she was letting anyone hold and pet her. It was so sad. They then sat her on a table and let us love on her some more before they put her to sleep. I am now crying, so if my typing goes to crap, you know why....She law lying on a flannel blanket and looked so sad. JB, the vet, came in and said he would do it when we're ready. And that we could leave the room, I DID NOT leave, Everyone else did, but I couldnt do that. Jewels had always been there for me when I was mad at my step-dad and just anytime I was in a bad mood. She would love on me and fluff me and purr. So, I felt I owed it to her to be there for her b/c she had always been there for me. As they gave her the shots, which had to be done more times than normal b/c she was so dehydrated and small, the country song "When You Lie Next To Me" was playing and I totally lost it. I just kept saying "shhh, it's okay" and my heart was breaking. After it was finished, they placed her in a bag and let us take her home. The short ride seemed to last forever, and when we got there we put her in the deep freezer. Yes, you read right, but it was my step-dad's freezer for deer. He's a taxidermist (mounts animals) and we did that b/c I wanted him to mount her looking like she was asleep. I felt he could since he didnt even want to be in the room to tell her goodbye at the time. I later discovered that he just couldnt do it even though he wanted to be in there with her. He just couldnt handle it I guess. So, fast forward about 3-4 years and my mother's kitty, Tigger, past from the same kidney problems. We were told we caught it in time b/c we knew what to look for, but months later, he too had to be put to sleep. My mother just couldnt bare to bury him, as I had felt about Jewels, so she had him cremated at a local place that specializes in cremating animals/pets. So, Jewels finally came out of the freezer and was also cremated. I now have a cute little white box with her name on it and a certificate from the place. A few weeks after she was put to sleep, JB's' office sent a sweet card saying sorry for our loss. That's all it said, but it was the perfect thing to say. The front had a kitty and a dog sitting in front of a sunset. It was simple yet perfect in every way.

I cannot wait to see her again one day. I honestly believe that heaven isnt just for people, that we will see our furry friends again. B/c what's heaven without some furries? Anytime I hear that song, I cry. Seven years later and when I think about my baby girl, I cry. I have gotten some weird comments about the freezer thing, but I don't care. I could not put my baby under the ground. Yes, she was cremated, but this way, I still have her with me. She is in my curio cabinet with all my little kitty figurines. I wish I could find a figurine of a kitty with a halo. That would be perfect...

So, this is my story of how my baby, Jewels, crossed the bridge.
If you read all of it, thank you so much. It means a lot.
And I don't know what I'm going to do when something happens to Gizmo. She's over 10 years old and I hate to think. But, she has always had something about her that makes her a fighter, mentally and physically, so I believe that is why she has outlived Jewels and Tigger by so long.
Again, thank you for reading...
~April

Remembering...9/11/01

2008-09-11T11:20:00.002-05:00

Tummy Thursday

2008-09-11T09:50:00.002-05:00

I love snuggles.

I am happy it is almost the weekend, so Daddy and I can play b/c we didn't get to last weekend.

Mommy is working on her next trip to CVS and there are coupons all over the kitchen table...can you say "TEMPTING!!!"..mol.

Mommy was nice about the party, so I'm gonna give her a break and not whap all of them onto the floor. You're lucky this time, Mommy! Next time I won't be so nice...hehe

Oy! I got in trouble...well, not really...

2008-09-09T23:26:00.003-05:00

First off, I just want to thank everyone of you who came to my party! I had so much fun and made some new friends.

BUT, guess what! Mommy read my blog while she was away and saw that I was having a party! uh-oh...she wanted to punish me, but said that since everyone helped clean up, she would let it slide this time! hehe. I love my mommy.

Oh, but she didn't like the hairballs left in the shoes..whoops. Oh well. She said just to ask about a party next time and maybe she would help out but only if everyone helps clean up again!

Party Time!...AND It's my 75th post!!...AND I am Kitty of the Day!!!

2008-09-04T22:53:00.003-05:00

Ok, efurryone the beans and parents are leaving in a bit. Earlier than expected. So come on over and Party!!!

Let's see, we've got fresh catnip. Plenty to make Niptini's with.

How about some sushi!

I even have a DJ'ing kitty coming to help with the tunes!!!

This just seemed appropriate!!

For those of you who don't like niptini's....*gasp* Is there anyone that doesn't!!??

And of course, the cake!!

I just realized I am the cat of the day for Friday at the Tuxedo Gang Hideout!!! Go check me out!!! Thanks for making my day even better!!!

Goodbye, Texas.

2008-09-04T12:35:00.001-05:00

I like windows...

2008-09-04T11:17:00.004-05:00

Yeah, this is an older pic (a few months), but Mommy thinks it's cute. The second is a closer one. I was looking outside at the neighbor's kitty, Scabby. I don't like him. But, Mommy and daddy and the beans do. I do not know why...because I am their kitty...Mommy says that she likes to pet and feed other kitties in the neighborhood because it makes her feel good. I guess if she's helping out other kitties it is okay. As long as they do not come into MY house!

Oh, and don't forget that everyone around here is leaving on Friday! And won't be back until Sunday afternoon/night. I am thinking of throwing a party!

Tuxie Tuesday

2008-09-02T11:49:00.004-05:00

We were not as lazy as I had hoped to be yestersay. Daddy wasnt supposed to work, but they offered it to him. He would get like double and a half overtime. So, I told him he could go and make extra money to buy me even more treats. Oh, and some litter! I need new litter in my box, Daddy...FYI...So, I didnt get to lay around on Daddy as I had planned. When he got home, Mommy left and went to the CVS store again and brought home even more stuff. Then we all sat down to watch the Tennessee vs. UCLA football game last night at 7pm (central). Tennessee lost in OverTime.. Boo, Daddy was not very happy about this. I tried to cheer him up with snuggles, but he was tired and went to bed b/c it was 11:00pm already! Then, I snuggled with Mommy a bit and went to the end of the bed where my spot is.
Oh, and I am going to be all alone Friday afternoon until Sunday afternoon!!! Anyone wanna come over and play? We have fresh catnip growing on the front porch and as I showed in my last post..lots of stinky goodness & treats!!!

Sunday Pixies

2008-08-31T18:50:00.003-05:00

TeMpTaTiOns!!!!!!

2008-08-30T19:27:00.000-05:00

Didn't do much today. Mom went CVS'ing again and she got me ALL kinds of stinky goodness and treats!!! MEOW! She even took my picture with the stash.
I got 2 packs of Temptations, 4 cups of Meow Mix stinkyness, 1 cup Wholesome Goodness stinky, 2 Whiskas pouches, and 1 pack of Meow Mix treats. That's 10 total!! Go Mommy! Meowk You! See why I love my Mommy so much?!?!
I will post a pic later b/c I am posting from Mommy's blackberry right now. Shhh she's sleeping...hehe!

Finally Friday!!!

2008-08-29T06:57:00.000-05:00

Gah, I look so fat in this picture!

Oh well, Happy Friday to all of my furry & non-furry friends!!! Hope you have a great weekend!

P.S. After supper they were having yellow watermelon & cool whip...yum-o the cool whip was sooo good. I snuck some licks straight from the bowl when no on was looking..hehe

Mommy says: Gizmo, I knew you did that. I saw you in the act! It was cute, so I let you have a few licks before shooing you away...

Thursday...again...

2008-08-28T00:10:00.005-05:00

So, here's a video to cheer meself up! (sorry so dark...)

For Mommy: http://mamaclemmons.blogspot.com/

You all are so nice to leave her comments. She told me it made her day! Thank you efurryone!!!

Wordless Wednesday-Click 2 Biggify

2008-08-27T10:04:00.000-05:00

Mommy edit: Gizmo how dare you post a pic of the dirty kitchen(counter)!! Sorry so messy folks, it was taken just after company left...messes and all. See 'Mo's lil booty, yeah, it's a cute pic of her bum. And yes, that is ME on the far right side. Well, excuse me please, I have to give 'Mo a talking to...

Bein' Lazy...

2008-08-26T13:35:00.001-05:00

Check out my mommy's bloggy...

2008-08-22T19:18:00.003-05:00

...b/c no one ever visits hers. She says she guesses it's atleast good for her to remember things the beans do...But, she doesn't even have one comment, other than one from myself. Poor Mommy! Leave her some luvz okay?!

Mommy's Blog

It's Finally Friday.....

2008-08-22T11:45:00.001-05:00

....and I am takin it easy...

Thankful Thursday!!!

2008-08-21T15:06:00.005-05:00

I am thankful for friends, food, family, sunny spots on the carpet, stinky goodness, a home to stay in AND...today I want to be extra thankful to my Daddy! I have given Mommy props before but not to Daddy yet. So, Daddy this one's for you!!!

I LOVE MY DADDY!!!!!

Not So Wordless Wednesday

2008-08-20T10:50:00.003-05:00

So this is a banner my mommy made on LUVS.com. Yes the baby diaper website. But the sign is for animals! It's says something like "Support your local shelters! Adopt a pet!!"
Check it out! I think you can actually vote on it as well! It may take a bit before you can b/c we Just made it! Also Mommy says that if you could print the $1 off coupon she would love you forever and ever! lol. Diapers go like crazy around here!

Ok, so here is MY picture for you all to love. Notice the hint of tongue!:

Tuxie Tuesday:Bath Time

2008-08-19T10:15:00.002-05:00

Yesterday was bath day! I actually did pretty well. That is up until Daddy wanted to dry me off. I wasnt going to have that. So, of course afterwards,I had to go give myself another bath. I can say that I am a very fluffy kitty now. I just need a good brushing and they can't find the comb. Guess they will have to get me another one.

Sharin' Some Lol's AND SADNESS...

2008-08-16T00:27:00.006-05:00

I know all of those were meant to be funny, but today is a sad day. MontyQ's family are laying little Violette "Sprout" to rest today. She had a bad fall last weekend and past away. Mommy will be wearing purple and lighting candles for her. As well as taking a moment of silence. We are also mourniing loss of furries this week as well. Felix is one of them and will be missed.
Have a safe day and love your 'rents and beans!!!
=^..^= Gizmo

Mommy: I honestly do not know what to say about Violette. I enjoyed seeing pictures of Voilette in MontyQ's blog, and having a baby boy that is 5 months old, I do not think I could go on if that happened to him, or to Landon. My prayers are with her family and I am about to cry as I type this, but it just leaves me speachless. I looked thru his blog again just now and pictured Eli or Landon...it's just really hitting me hard right now. Right after reading about Voilette on Sunday, I went to the store on Monday and got a call from my husband about the spider (Gizmo posted about a few days ago) which freaked me out. THEN, right before I pulled into the drive at home, I later came to find out that, Eli fell off the table! I had placed him in his carseat b/c he was going to go with me but didnt, buckled him into it and left him with Michael and Landon outside. Michael had unbuckled him b/c he was asleep and would be more comfy and sat the carseat on the table. He said something about how he propped his feet up must have made it wiggle over or something and then THUD! HE FELL FACE DOWN ON THE GRASS AND HIS CARSEAT LANDED ON TOP OF HIM!!! Of course having Voilette's story in my head, it scared me. I just checked him over and asked Michael if he was watching him. He said yes, but if he was he would have noticed the seat moving. It pissed me off and Eli was fussy for a good while afterwards. I was not happy with him. And it still puzzles me HOW he ended up falling off. The story I was given makes no sense to me. Plus, Eli was asleep and got a very rude awakening. My poor baby. But, all in all this makes me remember to stop and think about how lucky I am...we all are...for our families. Voilette, Sprout...you will be dearly missed. By family, friends, and of course the whole blogging kitty/dog/etc online family we have all come to love and cherish. It's things like this that make you realize that there are people out there who care for us who we have never even met.
So, I am sorry this has drug on and on, but I felt I needed to say my piece. There is a new angel in heaven. Gone too soon, but never forgotten...
~April "Mommy"

Finally Friday

2008-08-15T00:00:00.002-05:00

So, last night I helped mom eat her supper. She cooked tilapia (type of fish). It was good! And today is Friday, which means Daddy will be off work for two whole days! yay! I always greet him when he comes home. I stay hid a lot during the day because of the beans, but when 3:30 hits, the time he gets home, I''m out looking for him. If he's late I walk thru the house looking for him. I also have my special time with him each night before he goes to sleep. Patiently waiting in the doorway until he turn off the light and mom says it's ok to come up. Then I make my big leap and prepare for luvins and scritchins. This usually lasts maybe 15 minutes and then I head to the foot of the bed (at mommy's feet) and fall fast asleep. Mommy says that I snore, but I do not believe her. She has awaken me many times and told me to be quiet and not wake the baby. Apparently IF I do snore it's pretty loud, but again I am a girl and girls don't snore!!! hehe. Do any of you get told that you snore as well???

lalala...

2008-08-14T01:01:00.007-05:00

I love my Mommy!

And I want to introduce you all to my grandma's kitties! The first is Sandy, the male. He's the one that ran away! And came back after she got the white kitties. He is a Maine Coon kitty.

This is one of the whities. I'm not sure which. But, their names are Cloe, she wears a blue collar, and Snowy (Snowbell), she wears a red collar. September will be a year that Grandma got them! And right after she did, Sandy came home. He had jumped the fence and was gone about 3 months. People said they saw him here and there in her area and put food out. We also figure that he lived off mice and things in a small field near the houses as well. Then, they set a friendly trap and caught him! He was skinny and his voice was almost gone. Before he had the loudest meow they've ever heard, and he would hide and be skiddish. They also had to take him to the vet to be checked and given a GOOD bath. But, almost a year later and he is back to his happy self. He is still on the skinny side but he eats all the time. He gets 3(!!!) packs of stinky goodness a day along with his other dry food.

Wordless Wednesday: The Beans!!

2008-08-13T11:06:00.002-05:00

SPIDER!!!!!!

2008-08-12T12:29:00.003-05:00

Oh No!!! THIS was underneath my 2yr old bean's toy dumptruck!!!

And it had an egg sac!
Don't worry, Daddy took care of it.

Lookout! DEER!!!!!

2008-08-11T10:01:00.003-05:00

Thia is a photo of the baby deer (fawn) that my Mommy's step-dad, Steve, brought home from work this past Friday. He works for TVA and this isnt the first time he has brought an animal home. My first sister, Jewels (RIP 9/16/01), was also from his plant. So, grnadma called my Mommy and told her about it and then sent us this picture. She said that a man Steve works with is going to come get him and raise him. Said that he already has like 7 already! Wow! This man is really nice to raise these baby deer. Mommy asked what happened to his/her mother and she said that Steve said that his mommy just left him. All alone. Poor baby! But he's in good hands now.
While he was at my grandma's house he played in their backyard, and even hopped in their little pond/fountan with fish thingy!

Grandma said he was so cute running and jumping around out there. Mommy was going to take the boys to see him, but she was in town when she got the call and the boys were at home. Plus the man was coming to get him soon.

The Party is Finally Over!

2008-08-04T10:17:00.013-05:00

Well, the title says it all. Saturday was Landon's 2nd birthday and there were like 50 people here in MY house. I stayed in my room all day (luckily I had food/water/litterbox in there). The invitations said 12-2pm. Why oh why do people think they can stay later than 2PM??? I'm taling going on 10pm, and people were still here!!! Seriously, mommy and Daddy didnt get anything cleaned up, and still didnt yesterday. They are very tired. Poor Mommy, she had to do the birthday cake THREE times because it kept sticking with everything she tried. So, grandmommy ended up getting one from Sam's and bringing it. The party itself went well. We had a family member dress up as Spongebob Squarepants as you will see in the pictures below. Hope everyone had a much calmer weekend. Well, I am off to go lay in the sun and nap.

Wordless Wednesday

2008-07-30T09:52:00.001-05:00

When Will The Cleaning End?

2008-07-28T10:28:00.003-05:00

So, they are still cleaning around here! When will it end?!? I hope soon, I am getting tired of having to inspect everything when they move something around. I am the official inspector of newly moved things. So, it is my job and they are wearing me out!

In other news, I got some stinky goodness last night! Daddy didnt tell mom and I didnt either so then I begged Mom for some smoked turkey she was eating and I got some! Yay! THEN me & Daddy informed her I had already had "good food" as they call it. I also got some temptations. So, by bedtime I had a full tummy and was ready for my nightly rubbins.

Have a great Monday Everyone!!!

Skeerdy Kat

2008-07-25T10:29:00.003-05:00

I was a skeerdy kat just while ago! I was coming out for my morning scritchins when everyone gets up and next thing I know there is some tall man coming MY backdoor! I ran in mommy's room and hid...only to hear this man and realize that it was in fact MY DADDY!!! Yay! He was having to fill the gas tanks in the trucks for his job and he snuck off to come see us! hehe. Once I heard it was him, I came back out. So, I am pretty sure that this has messed me up for the day because I usually go hide when he leaves for work at 5:30am and as soon as he comes home at 3:30, I come out stretchin and ready to see him. I dont' like being messed with by the beans so I just stay in my own room and sleep the day away. Happy and content...until I get woke up by a bean screaming!

MOMMY SAYS:
I would just like to thank everyone who has been wishing Landon a Happy Birthday. His b'day is actually on August 2nd, but I have been mad crazy trying to get the house VERY clean for the party which is going to be here this year. It was at a local park-thingy last year and was very hot, plus I was pregnant with Eli then, and it was horrible. So, we are having it here this year. The theme is Spongebob. Landon loves it. I'm going to have a section of the kitchen for "Jellyfish Fields" and his little pool will say "Goo Lagoon" as well as other things. I am making the SB cake as well. I will let Gizmo post some pictures after the party for you all to see.
Well, I hope everyone has a happy Friday and weekend!!!
~April

The Blurpy One:Eli, and the Almost Birthday Boy: Landon!!!

2008-07-24T10:47:00.002-05:00

CLICK TO BIGGIFY!

Tuxie Tuesday

2008-07-22T11:48:00.002-05:00

So, I dont have much time to post, Mommy is very busy cleaning for my lil beans 2nd Birthday party. I just wanted to say Happy Tuesday to everyone and have a great day!

~Gizmo =^..^=

Sunning My Furrs

2008-07-21T10:38:00.002-05:00

Here I am this morning laying in the sunshine on the kitchen table.

Lazy Saturday

2008-07-19T14:10:00.004-05:00

Well, I didnt get more temptations yesterday after Mommy took those pictures, but I did get some this morning! I havent gotten her to upload the pictures yet, but I will later today. I also have to put up the pictures from where I did the Cold Box Memea few days ago. So, look for them later today.
Other than that, I plan to just lie around and sleep and stay out of the beans way. They are planning on cleanin up. Well, I take that back, I just might have to plop down in the laundry piles they will be making! I love doing that. So, I may have mommy take a picture of me then as well.
Have a happy weekend everyone!
Don't forget to check back later for all the pictures!

UPDATE:
HERE ARE THE PICTURES!!

AND HERE ARE THE PIX OF MY COLD BOX:
Mommy needs to change the month on the calendar!! lol

Not Happy Kitty

2008-07-18T10:01:00.002-05:00

So, Mommy was givin me treats and then she said I didn't need anymore now. Excuse me, I think not! I want more!And this is my "Gimme those treats woman!!" face...

Some of My Fave LOLcatz

2008-07-17T09:57:00.003-05:00

Doodle Wednesday: Garden

2008-07-16T05:00:00.002-05:00

Tuxie Tuesday: Peekaboo

2008-07-15T11:28:00.002-05:00