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Dear Jake,
Hi, welcome back! Mom just had surgery, Ginger is not as good as before and I am just fine. MOL.My secretary is tired!
Good night!
Maggie

Come visit me, Maggie-Pray for sis Ginger***Vote Whiskers#227256.

05/20/2013 08:57.14 PM

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Dear Jake,
Hope you are doing ok. I know your mom is not up to blogging and that's ok. We wanted to wish her a good day and a successful surgery and laser treatment tomorrow!
Sending a bunch of daisies with lots of hugs.
Be well.
Maggie

Come visit me, Maggie-Pray for sis Ginger***Vote Whiskers#227256.

04/07/2013 08:25.31 AM

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~Queen Trixie's Tantalizing Animal Tales~April 4th
Good morning from the imperial cabin in the woods of Northern Indiana! It’s still a very chilly morning with temps below freezing but it’s supposed to be warming up nicely later with highs topping out in the mid to upper 50s. That means we can put away the winter woolies & just wear a jacket or sweatshirt if you’d like to go exploring today…woohoo! Just what is there to explore around here? LOTS!! We don’t have just corn & bean fields…MOL! We take pride in our heritage, and we cherish our Midwest traditions, our Hoosier hospitality and our hard-working Heartland values. You’ll cherish them too as you wander down quaint downtowns that retain the charm of a simpler time. You’ll be inspired by the faith that led to the founding of Notre Dame in 1842 & the simple courage that brought the first Amish settlers in 1844. We also take pride in the dedication of the largest remaining mounted cavalry unit in the United States, the ingenuity that led Orville Redenbacher (born in Brazil, IN) to launch his first gourmet popcorn product in 1971, the creativity of the Garfield creator Jim Davis (born in Marion, IN) & the determination of the farmers that have worked this land for generations. You’ll discover a myriad of activities and delightful secrets throughout the seven counties found in northern Indiana (http://www.northernindianagetaways.com) so take some time to explore the wonders & you’ll understand why I’ve chosen a cabin as my royal abode instead of a damp, cold castle…MOL!

Now that I’ve peaked your curiosity (MOL) I’m going to spin you all the way back to California to meow about a very special & heroic bird that was owned by SABRINA’s #11187 mom a long time ago, (B.C. before cats)! OBIE was just a common yellow parakeet but he was very special and spoke 3 languages...English, Italian and Spanish. Obie lived in a cage in the living room but he liked to stand on top of the cage, on mom’s shoulder, or flew around during the time he was out every day…but never leaving the room. One day, his mom reached into the top cupboard to pull out a crock pot and lost her grip and it came crashing down on her head. She’d never in my life experienced this sensation & truly saw stars and felt herself losing consciousness. All of sudden, Obie flew into the room and landed on her shoulder and started chirping "pretty bird", "Ciao Bella", "Que Paso" into her ear as she gripped the countertop. (Obie never had been in the kitchen before and it was a completely separate room as the living room) She later went to the emergency room & found out she had a concussion. She believes Obie & his act of heroism prevented her from being knocked out cold that day.
I proclaim & dedicate the royal calico crest for gallantry today to sweet OBIE the parakeet & special thanks to Sabrina for sharing her story! Have a pawsome day dear furiends & remember to pounce by with vote support for COTM candidate SPUNKY #161265!

Soft purrs & loving hugs,
Queen Trixie

Come visit me, Q Trixie~Hail to Queen Spunky#161265~, Fluffinella-PLZ vote Whiskers #227256 COTM, Joseph-PLZ vote WHISKERS #227256 daily in May!, Angel Sherman, K Zaboo-PLZ vote Whiskers #227256 for COTM !, Angel Cloudy loves Angel Oscar, Special Memories page & Patches~PLZ vote WHISKERS #227256 daily in May~.

04/04/2013 07:52.53 AM

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Queen Trixie's Tantalizing Animal Tales
Good Morning dear furiends! Thank you for stopping by with your sweet catgrats yesterday as I was officially pictured as the COTM queen! I’m going to step aside for just a moment to let yesterday’s birthday girl (Patches) meow while I warm up by the fire since it’s a very chilly day in the woods! If you plan on hiking, fishing, or sightseeing today please dress warmly because we’re only supposed to reach the mid 40’s…but we do have lots of sunshine to help warm your fur. Now I’ll let big sis meow….

~Thankful purrs from Patches~
I want to thank all of you for the lovely gifts, sweet hugs & kisses..& most of all the visits you made on my birthday yesterday. It’s always great to see so many of you come by on special days because it makes it a lot more special & also make me purr with sincere happiness. Thank you so much for sharing my birthday with me dear furiends but now I’d better get back to the kitchen so her royal highness can have her daily catnip tarts or she’ll throw a hissing fit…MOL! Have a purrfect day dear furiends!
Big paw hugs,
Patches

Hmmm…I think my big sis just got a quick jab in at my demanding catitude along with thank you meows...MOL! Today I’m bringing you a heroic story that is on the freekibble site after you answer the cat trivia. No pic today though since it wouldn’t let me copy it.
~SOLDIER AND CAT SAVE EACH OTHER IN AFGHANISTAN~
Stationed in an Army base in southern Afghanistan, Sgt. Knott noticed one day that a feral cat who roamed around the base was limping and bleeding heavily. He lured the cat into his office with a piece of steak and spent the next seven months caring for the cat he named Koshka. The two bonded quickly. Sgt. Knott nursed Koshka back to health, while Koshka comforted Sgt. Knott during the certain danger and emotional toll of war. When it was time for Sgt. Knott to return to the states, he wouldn’t leave Koshka behind. He explained to KPTV how he worked with a local Afghan interpreter who agreed to, in an extremely risky transport, take Koshka to Kabul. Weeks later Sgt. Knott learned that the cat (and his Afghan chaperone) made it safely across “God knows how many Taliban check points,” to Kabul, where Koshka boarded a plane bound for the states. The $3,000 Sgt. Knott’s family forked over to fly the cat home was worth every penny, they said. While Sgt. Knott is currently stationed in Washington state, Koshka is now safe at home with Sgt. Knott’s parents until the pair can be together again. The Oregon Humane Society recently honored Sgt. Knott and Koshka with a 2013 Diamond Collar Hero award for their incredible story of friendship.

Thank you for your sweet & generous support dear furiends & don’t forget to pounce over to vote daily for beautiful SPUNKY #161265 so she can wear the crown next month! Have a purrfect day!

Loving purrs & hugs,
Queen Trixie
P.S. Patches says if you didn't come by on her birthday please don't feel obligated to just because we combined our blogs today!

04/02/2013 09:51.15 AM

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Dear Jake,
Oops, my secretary made a little mistake when she wrote you yesterday.Mom was taking Ginger's respiratory rate, not mine!Geez mom! So, Jake how are you ? Too much Easter
catnip bunnies?
Kisses and hugs,
Maggie

Come visit me, Maggie-Pray for sis Ginger***Vote Whiskers#227256.

04/01/2013 06:34.31 PM

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happy easter to one and all
and hoping that the easter bunny was as good to you as he was to all of us here! janet had quite the day first get-ting up a bit late and walking to sunrise service, and then home seeing the sun come up made her day as well as the music provided by all the birds! she got home walked pepper, then struggled to get the grill going and just when she thought it wasn't going to go, poof, it did! after that and getting lunch which was simple, she and nat got down all the decorations outside seeing the rain was moving in by late afternoon and did so by 5pm. sandy, ana, haley, angels

Come visit me, ana, haley, malachi is my boyfriend! whiskerscotm & sandy, angels, vote whiskers cotm!.

03/31/2013 03:52.34 PM

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Dear Jake,
Hi! Mom and dad and all of us are wishing you and your family a Happy Easter. Mom has to go to see her mom at the nursing home, so we may not be back by 3. I appreciate all your kind gestures, you are really so sweet. How is Monty?
We worry about him too. Yesterday mom was counting Maggie's respiratory rate and doing more research. She added CoQ10 and Carnitine to her meds, but she hated it. Back to the drawing board.
Kisses and hugs,
Maggie, Ginger, Tony and mom and dad

Come visit me, Maggie-Pray for sis Ginger***Vote Whiskers#227256.

03/31/2013 09:25.08 AM

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~Trixie's Tantalizing Animal Tales~ March 31st
Thank you for pouncing by to paw me a vote yesterday & HAPPY EASTER!!!!
WOW…that was a pawsome time at the San Diego Zoo yesterday & Anthony’s Star of the Sea restaurant was a delightful & beautiful ending to the day’s activities! Thanks to our beautiful CA hostess Sabrina we also got to meet COTM hopeful SPUNKY #161265 & her sisters too because they also live in the area! Please give her the same outstanding support you’ve shown me this month on her quest for the May crown!
Well kitties, how did you enjoy the Purring Parrot avian & feline resort? Did you explore them thoroughly this morning when you woke up? If you didn’t then you’d better look again because the Easter bunny was busy during the night & hid eggs with kitty treasure inside all around…MOL! I found three & Fluffers found 2 so we’re enjoying the fresh catnip, tuna treats, & tiny rabbit cookies we found inside of ours while we hunt for more!
(http://www.thepurringparrot.com) Didn’t you just love how they could connect our themed suites with kitty walk through areas so we could see each other whenever we wanted? (Check out all their suites at their website to be truly amazed!) And the complimentary tissue paper amenity…truly the most pawtastic thing I’ve ever seen during any of our hotel stays this month! Oh…I do ask that some of you please help clean up the confetti we created though so we don’t leave them with a bad impression of CC kitties…MOL! Ahhh…I hate to leave the luxury of this hotel with its designer furnishings designer litter boxes, mats, food bowls, “Drinkwell” pet fountains, cat lounging trees, kitty beds, simple toys, cat nip/grass for nibbles, housekeeping twice daily, and a kitty turndown service. This is what I call royal treatment of guests! The best part though had to be that each room had its own "mouse on a string" butler, which each kitty could treat as kitty pleases. Okay…it is pawsitively official…I feel completely spoiled…MOL! Unfortunately it’s time to pack our bags & head to the airport for our flight home so I can get ready for the coronation this afternoon at 3pm ET.
I know that many of you have other obligations to fulfill on this blessed Easter holiday so can’t attend but I know I’ll feel your spirits there with me as Queen Josie Mae #193862 places the crown on my nervous brow. After I post my portion of the ceremony I too must depart the festivities so mom can continue cooking their Easter dinner, plus I’ll be anxiously waiting for the midnight hour to strike to make sure I’m ‘official’. Thank you SO much for coming by each day with your sweet comments & special thanks for those noteworthy kitties that also helped add a little more zest to some of my daily blogs…MOL! Have a beautiful & blessed Easter dear furiends for it’s time to look to new beginnings & rebirth & this calico cyclone will do her best to help it along next month!

Peep filled vote & whisker tickles,
Trixie

03/31/2013 06:51.00 AM

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~Trixie's Tantalizing Animal Tales~ March 30th
~PLEASE VOTE COTD FOR LUCY #199700 TO HONOR HER BELOVED MOM’S CROSSING ON MARCH 1ST~
The sky is still dark as the kitties gather at the airport, wave good-by to their parents, & climb aboard the plane. Trixie is already aboard with her kitty sibs & as soon as everyone takes a seat & buckles in, they lift off. The pilots for our trip this week are Whiskers & Pete plus we also have the pleasure of Boo Kitty & our new kitty friend Armani as the flight attendants. We’ll be met at our destination by my dear friend Sabrina so she can show us around her city & take us to an urban paradise I know we’ll love! We’re heading toward the Golden State sweet kitties…straight to southern California & the famous SAN DIEGO ZOO!” We’ll spend the day monkeying around in the tropical oasis as we visit amazing habitats for animals such as gorillas, tigers, sun bears, flamingos, mandrills, polar bears, birds of paradise, giant tortoises, leopards… and more! We can take a Panda Trek to visit the giant pandas and other animals that share their bamboo forest habitat, go back in time through Elephant Odyssey to discover what animals used to roam Southern California & see a herd of Asian elephants. We can also enjoy a guided tour on a double-decker bus or an aerial view from Skyfari, plus we can dine in the peaceful surroundings of Albert’s Restaurant & see animals up close in the Children's Zoo. It will be great to discover the wonders of wildlife with animal encounters, interactive experiences, & keeper presentations! A leader in animal care and conservation, the San Diego Zoo is at the heart of the San Diego experience. Founded in 1916, the Zoo has been an icon in San Diego for nearly 100 years & is open 365 days a year. Located adjacent to downtown San Diego in Balboa Park, the Zoo is 100 acres in size and is home to more than 4,000 animals representing more than 800 species from around the world. The Zoo will be a unique walking experience that exhibits animals in the most natural way possible, adding shows & animal presentations throughout the day for additional enjoyment. The San Diego Zoo also offers a variety of education programs & tons of other fun things! We’ll be arriving when it opens & will stay until it closes at 7pmPT! After we leave Sabrina has recommended Anthony’s Star of the Sea for our dining pleasure. It’s perched over the sparkling waters of San Diego Bay & should have that soothing sleepy atmosphere we’ll need so we can make it back home to get ready for the coronation ceremony at 3pmET (noon PT) tomorrow. Buckle back up kitties because we’re landing. We’ll take our bags to the Purring Parrot Avian & Feline Resort before we head to the zoo so I’ll tell you more about it tomorrow before the coronation, but do have space to meow…THANK YOU FOR ACCOMPANYING ME ON MY FINAL CATPAIGN ZOO TRIP DEAR FURIENDS & FOR THE FANTASTIC VOTE SUPPORT!

Excited purrs,
Trixie

03/30/2013 06:21.24 AM

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~Trixie's Tantalizing Animal Tales~ March 29th
I’m on the final lap of my catpaign sweet kitty furiends yet my cyclonic spins are still going strong thanks to your loving & generous support! Thank you for pouncing by with your comments on the critically endangered animals I presented yesterday plus the votes you pawed my way!! Today I’ll wrap up the top 5 list of these beautiful creatures that inhabit our planet that could use help to save their species & don’t forget that you can see their pics in my gallery!
~JAVAN RHINOS~
Javan rhinos were killed by trophy hunters during colonial times. They were also killed as agricultural pests and for their horn, a highly prized commodity in traditional Asian medicine. Indonesia is home to the only population of Javan rhinos left on the planet. Only about 40 of these rhinos exist there, making the Javan rhino one of the rarest mammals in the world. The population in Ujung Kulon National Park represents the only hope for the survival of a species that is on the brink of extinction. Until the late 19th century and early 20th century, Javan rhinos existed from northeast India and the Sunderbans , throughout mainland Southeast Asia, and on the island of Sumatra. If we lose the population in Java, the entire species will disappear.
~HAWKSBILL TURTLE~
Hawksbills are named for their narrow, pointed beak. They also have a distinctive pattern of overlapping scales on their shells that form a serrated-look on the edges. These colored and patterned shells make them highly-valuable and commonly sold as "tortoiseshell" in markets. Hawksbills help maintain the health of coral reefs. As they remove prey such as sponges from the reef's surface, they provide better access for reef fish to feed. Like other marine turtles, hawksbills are threatened by the loss of nesting and feeding habitats, excessive egg-collection, fishery-related mortality, pollution, and coastal development. However, they are most threatened by illegal wildlife trade.
~VAQUITA~
Vaquitas are most often found close to shore in the Gulf's shallow waters, although they quickly swim away if a boat approaches. Rare and elusive, this little porpoise wasn't discovered until 1958 & little is actually known about them. Vaquitas have natural predators such as sharks, but their main threat is from the fishing industry. They often die after being caught in gillnets, a problem known as bycatch. The Vaquita is the most endangered cetacean in the world with fewer than 200 left & the species may go extinct without further protective measures.
Okay kitties…that’s a wrap on all of my animal series for my catpaign. Now that I’m finished I want all of you to head home & pack an overnight bag because we’ll be flying out bright & early tomorrow morning for our next zoo tour & will be staying overnight again! Thank you for helping me on my quest for the April crown dear furiends! Have a pawtastic Friday & I’ll see you in the morning!

Soft purrs & a chicken strip filled vote,
Trixie

03/29/2013 07:52.54 AM

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~Trixie's Tantalizing Animal Tales~ March 28th
WOW…this month has flown by faster than I’d ever imagined! Thank you dear furiends for supporting me by pouncing by with your votes & wonderful comments each day! Queen Josie Mae & I have decided that we’ll have the coronation at 3pmET (noon PT) on Easter Sunday, which should fall in between most church services & also won’t interfere with our queen’s secretary’s work schedule the following day. Please plan to attend this gala event but please dress casual because we’ll be having the ceremony outside since we’re both country girls!
Okay sweet kitties…Today & tomorrow I’ll be meowing to you about the 5 most critically endangered species of animals on earth to wrap up my catpaign & you can see their pics in my gallery. These creatures can use all the help they can get to preserve their way of life so they can continue to grace our planet with their presence. Please note that the WWF (World Wildlife Fund) has sponsored many animals in over 100 countries for nearly half a century & gladly accepts donations for specific species if you want to help (worldwildlife.org). WWF fights to secure a future for animals on the planet we all share but their work is far from done, and WWF constantly strives to protect the species we all care about.
~LEATHERBACK TURTLE~
Leatherback turtles are named for their shell, which is leather-like rather than hard like other turtles. They are the largest marine turtle species and also one of the most migratory, crossing both the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans. Although their distribution is wide, numbers of leatherback turtles have seriously declined during the last century as a result of intense egg collection and fisheries bycatch. Though the species has survived for over 100 million years, these marine turtles are now on the brink of extinction because many of their offspring won't be able to reach maturity due to numerous threats including fishing practices and pollution.
~MAGELLANIC PENGUIN~
Penguins are a family of 17 to 19 species of birds that live primarily in the Southern Hemisphere. They include the tiny blue penguins of Australia and New Zealand, the majestic emperor penguins of Antarctica and king penguins found on many sub- Antarctic islands, the endangered African penguin and the Galápagos penguin—the only penguin to be found north of the equator. Climate change is again the reason why this species is threatened to disappear. The migration of fish caused by warming currents makes it harder for them to find food and could result in the extinction of the Magellanic penguin. The Antarctic Peninsula, where half of the world’s emperor penguins and 70% of the Adelie penguins can be found, is heating up faster than the global average and melting the sea ice that the penguins depend on for places to breed and access to food.
Thank you for your loving support of my COTM catpaign dear friends & I’ll meow at you again tomorrow.

Gentle hugs & a catnip filled vote,
Trixie

03/28/2013 05:26.21 AM

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~Trixie's Tantalizing Animal Tales~ March 27th
~Visit & vote for OLLIE #211317 today as he celebrates his adopty day!~
Happy hump day everyone & thank you for your visits, comments & votes you pawed my way yesterday! Fasten your seat belts kitties (MOL) because there will be a strategic bump & hairpin turn in the campaign trail today as I navigate away from the lane of recently discovered species into the realm of the recently extinct, which will then carry me into the courtyard of some of the most endangered animals on our planet starting tomorrow to wind things up before our final campaign zoo trip this weekend! Everybody bucked in? Okay then…let’s get rolling!
Every day, a few plants and animals go extinct! The time has come to think about this even more as humans & climate changes continue to destroy the concept & natural flow of nature’s food chain. The creatures I’ve featured today all went extinct since the year 2000 so are only a sample of what can, or has, happened when their habitats are changed, food sources disrupted & ‘alien’ animals enter their once tranquil territories. You can see their pics in my gallery!
~MADEIRAN LARGE WHITE BUTTERFLY~ (extinct: 2007) Once upon a time, this magnificent white butterfly flew in the humid subtropical forests of Portugal's Madeira Islands. The gorgeous butterflies had a very limited distribution, as they lived in a very rare type of forest. Researchers believe that pollution from agricultural fertilizers and deforestation could be the reasons for their extinction.
~SPIX'S MACAW~ (extinct: 2004) The spix’s macaw, the world’s rarest parrot, disappeared from the wild recently. Also known as the little blue macaws, it was the only member of the parrot genus Cyanopsitta. This magnificent bird, which came in various shades of blue, was endemic to the state of Bahia, Brazil and the Caraibeira Riparian Woodland. Though some of them are still participating in captivity breeding program, they have been declared extinct in the wild.
~PO'O-ULI ~ (extinct: 2004) The po'o-uli, or honeycreeper, was endemic to Maui, Hawaii. Predators, a decline in food sources and habitat loss are all thought to have been responsible for the beautiful bird‘s demise. By 1997, only three individuals were known to exist. Later, in 2004, the last known male bird also died in captivity.
~PYRENEAN IBEX~ (extinct: 2000) In 1980, about 30 Pyrenean ibex were reported to exist. With the death of their last family member in 2000, they were declared extinct. But, this was not the end. Scientists worked hard and brought them back into existence through cloning. Sadly, the cloned ibex also died due to lung failure. Native to the Pyrenees in France and Spain, no sightings of the ibex have been reported in recent years.

Thank you for your support of my COTM campaign dear furiends & I hope I didn’t depress you too much today. Giving each one of you a soft purr of thanks for enduring my twists & turns (MOL) along with a catnip muffin to re-energize you!

Loving hugs,
Trixie

03/27/2013 07:01.19 AM

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she had a
really good visit to the orthopedic doctor yesterday and is already doing gentle exercises and keeping it out of the sling for a few periods during the daytime and all night. janet's got her car back too, so all's good includ-ing the soup which was an instant hit last night. sandy, ana, haley, angels

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03/27/2013 01:06.35 AM

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Dear Jake,
The jazz music sounds wonderful.Mom loves the old jazz music.Billie Holiday is one of her favorites. Have a great evening! Really appreciate your kindness toward Ginger.
Kisses and hugs,
Maggie

Come visit me, Maggie-Pray for sis Ginger***Vote Whiskers#227256.

03/26/2013 06:46.50 PM

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~Trixie's Tantalizing Animal Tales~ March 26th
I see that some of you were just as freaked out by that giant spider as I was so today I thought I’d present some of our favorite hunting…err, watched entertainment sources of frog, bird & fish (MOL) that have recently been discovered on our vast planet. You can see their pictures in my gallery!
~PINOCCHIO FROG~ Found in the remote Fuja Mountains of Indonesia, the Pinocchio frog is a strange little creature which was only discovered by accident in 2010, after wandering into a research camp and perching itself atop a bag of rice. The animal’s most obvious distinctive feature is the odd protuberance on the front of its face – most often referred to as its nose. The strange nose-like thing is a feature which only the males have, and becomes erect when they are making excited calls, returning to its standard position when they are not. The exact purpose of the ‘nose’, and the frogs’ ability to manipulate it, is as yet unknown.
~WATTLED SMOKY HONEYEATER~ The wattled smoky honeyeater is a species of honeyeater endemic to the Foja Mountains of Indonesia. This particular species’ most distinctive feature is the reddish-orange facial skin around its eyes. Discovered in December of 2005, the wattled smoky honeyeater was the first new bird species discovered in New Guinea since 1939. In addition to the brilliant orange skin around the bird’s eyes, it has the curious characteristic of walking with a ‘wattle’. The honeyeater was one of over twenty new species discovered in a single expedition that took place in 2005. The shade of the bird’s facial skin changes slightly when flushed.
~PARACHEILINUS NURSALIM~ First described in 2008, paracheilinus nursalim is a new species of flasher wrasse discovered in the Bird’s Head Peninsula in Western New Guinea. The fish’s most distinctive characteristic is of course its incredibly bright, vibrant colors. Given the recent nature of its discovery, little is currently known of the creature. To end on a cheery note: the future for the paracheilinus nursalim looks quite a lot brighter than can be said of some other animals on this list. The fish’s primary habitat is located within already-protected waters, meaning that it’s safe from external factors which may otherwise have put it at risk.

That’s going to have to be the end of newly discovered creatures series so that I can meow about some of the recently extinct animals I found to share with you before my campaign ends. Don't forget to pounce by to visit our beautiful QUEEN JOSIE MAE #193862 each day & thanks to all of you for pouncing by with your vote support for my COTM catpaign! I’ll spin your way again in the morning dear furiends!

Loving purrs & a banana muffin vote,
Trixie

03/26/2013 08:51.14 AM

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~Trixie's Tantalizing Animal Tales~ March 25th
Thank you for your visits & votes yesterday sweet furiends! I’m sorry our departure from Austria was slightly delayed but at least the questioning of Fluffinella, Mallow, & yours truly was fairly short once the Austrians got their cherished bell back. How did it get to the hotel in the first place? Well, our ornery friend Mallow is the only one that can truly answer that question but she’s been put in time out by her brother K Mike & won’t be available for questioning until he lets her out…MOL!
Okay now it’s time for that twist in my catpaign I promised you on the plane yesterday. Most of us share a fascination with the unknown. Thanks to this, as well as tremendous advances in technology, most of our planet has been quite thoroughly examined but some areas remain which are home to creatures that science has yet to encounter. Recently discovered animals number in the thousands but since I don’t have time for that I’ll be meowing about just a few that caught my interest & will include pictures too!
~GOLIATH BIRD EATING SPIDER~ I’ve opted to put this monstrous creature in for one very simple reason: it terrifies me!! The species was officially discovered in 2006 during an expedition to Guyana. It is a burrowing spider, feeding primarily on invertebrates, though it has also been observed eating small mammals, lizards, and venomous snakes (surprise surprise). Fully grown specimens can reach a horrific weight of around six ounces. Thankfully for us – and for any other creatures too large for the spider to eat – the goliath bird eater is a species of tarantula, and has relatively weak venom, which causes mild swelling and pain for a few hours. But the thing that poses the biggest threat to humans is the goliath’s ability to expel hairs from its body. These tiny, nearly invisible hairs float through the air, and have an awful tendency to stick in the eyes. EEEEK…can I open my eyes yet? (Shivers) That critter sends cold chills up my spine & makes me poofy! I think we need a cute animal to counteract that one…MOL!
~WALTER’S DUIKER~ Walter’s Duiker is a fascinating little creature, officially discovered in 2010 in the Dahomey Gap, West Africa. The species made its first foray into the world of science in 1968, when Walter Verheyen retrieved a specimen in Togo. This species of duiker is native to Togo, Benin, and Nigeria. One of the most interesting characteristics about the species is its small stature, measuring an average of only forty centimeters (sixteen inches) in height and typically weighing four to six kilograms. In addition to its small height, the duiker has hind legs which are longer than their counterparts up front. This is particularly interesting given that the duiker is not a grazing animal, and typically feeds on berries and other similar items of nourishment, which grow on plants.
Thank you for your generous & loving support of my COTM catpaign dear furiends! Have a magnificent Monday & I’ll see you again in the morning! ~Trixie~

03/25/2013 06:16.39 AM

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~Trixie's Tantalizing Animal Tales~ March 24th
**It’s a shout-out for IZY #199475 today so please paw her a vote**

Yawn...Trixie is in a pawsomely good mood as she wakes up at the Hotel Bergwert in Austria . The day before had been a magnificent at the Tiergarten Schönbrunn (the Zoo), Schonbrunn Imperial palace & gardens, the Gloriette gate, the labyrinth, & the Palm House…but the best part is that everyone seemed to have had a great time! She hears a door down the hallway open up, followed by giggles & the single clang of a bell, which was quickly cut off by someone. Trixie pounces toward the door, flings it open & has her ears almost blown off by the very loud & constant clanging of the now familiar closing bell (Kaiserglöckerl bell) of the places they’d been to yesterday. “Oh no…not again”, moans Trixie as the other kitties throw open their doors in astonishment. She can hear whomever it is pouncing down the hall yowling “WAKE UP…It’s Sunday kitties, which means we need to check out of the hotel & catch the flight home!” Just as suddenly as the clanging had started, it stopped. All the kitties standing in doorways exchanged glances as they heard muffled voices downstairs, followed by complete silence. “I think we’d better get to the airport as soon as we can”, meows Trixie in her sweetest voice. “I have a feeling we’ve just been checked out …MOL! I’ll start on this week’s amazing animal tales once we’ve boarded the plane. “
Every kitty goes back to their rooms, closes their doors & gets ready for the trip home, but they keep their ears perked for any sign of whom the culprits(s) could be. “I know they have their suspicions”, Trixie meows to herself,” but that will have to wait until we land in the US…MOL!”
Later on the plane…Trixie stands up & clears her throat. It’s time for me to turn on my cyclonic spins & twist you in another direction sweet furiends…MOL! I’ve wrapped up my unusual animal friends series so this week we’ll delve into the newly discovered, recently extinct &, if space allows, species on the brink of extinction series. Since uhm…certain events (MOL) have taken up most of my blog space for today I’ll start meowing about them tomorrow. Have a pawsome Palm Sunday sweet furiends & thank you for your generous & loving support of my COTM catpaign! Your comments about the content of my blogs make me purr with happiness because you’re enjoying them. That’s always a goal for the entire NICE crew & we always appreciated the feedback we get. I’m sending gentle loving hugs & a plate of catnip cookies home with all of you as we leave the airport & will see you again tomorrow.

Happy purrs,
Trixie

03/24/2013 06:23.33 AM

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Dear Jake,
Sounds good to me! Do I need to bundle Ginger up so she will not be cold? You know the wind acts up at altitude.
Perhaps you should tell me where we would take this ride.
Kisses and hugs,
Maggie

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03/23/2013 12:28.12 PM

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~Trixie's Tantalizing Animal Tales~ March 23rd
~Shout-out voting today for WHISKERS #246313!
Happy Caturday everyone & thank you for your vote support yesterday! Are you ready for another zoo trip? I hope so because this is going to be a big one & you’ll be exhausted by the time we’re done walking around. I’ve taken the liberty of reserving rooms for us to stay overnight & have assured the hotel manager that all of us will behave. That’s a hint for anyone with unusual ideas again this weekend…MOL! Okay, I just got the green light for us to board the Cyclone Express tour plane so let’s get aboard because it’s going to be a long flight to Vienna, Austria to visit one of the must see places of the area, which is the Tiergarten Schönbrunn (the Zoo)!
Vienna's Tiergarten Schonbrunn offers one of the most unique and refined zoo experiences in the world. Originally constructed around the turn of the 17th century, this Austrian landmark is often considered as the world's first modern zoo. The zoo was founded by the husband of Empress Maria Theresa and was often frequented by members of the Hapsburg dynasty for their summer retreats. Today it still retains much of its original beauty and tranquil charm with magnificent 18th century buildings and a stunning botanical garden. The Tiergarten Schönbrunn was voted the best European Zoo in 2010. What makes this Zoo so special is the location, as it’s found inside the Schönbrunn imperial palace and gardens domain, so there’s plenty to see in the few square kilometers of open sky, trees, elegant gardens and magnificent architecture. The best things about Tiergarten Schonbrunn Zoo is the vast open space where animals roam almost free, with just a few cages for birds that would fly away if not restricted this way. If you bring the kits with you they’ll be delighted by the peacocks roaming at their feet and other curios animals that are walking together with the visitors. There are even visiting hours for feeding the animals! That’s the best thing about the Tiergarten Schonbrunn Zoo: it doesn’t look like a Zoo in most part, but more like an interactive educational school. If you don’t feel like visiting the Zoo you can always visit the Schonbrunn gardens because I guarantee you’ll like them too. Just make sure you don’t stand in the way of those practicing Yoga or jogging between the perfectly cut trees. There are other things to see at Schonbrunn domain besides the Zoo, imperial palace and gardens. On my list there’s the Gloriette gate, the labyrinth and the famous the Palm House. I don’t know about all of you but I’m excited to be going to Austria! We’ll be staying at the Hotel Bergwirt, which is pet friendly & enjoys a privileged location directly next to Schönbrunn Gardens. The unique character of this hotel, the informal atmosphere and the impressions of a beautiful city will make our visit an unforgettable experience. Thanks for coming along on my trip this weekend dear friends & for the wonderful support you’re giving me on my COTM catpaign. ~Trixie~

03/23/2013 06:13.47 AM

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Dear Jake,
That sounds great I love hot air ballooning! Just as long as we have sober pilot! MOL. Mom told me that one time, celebrating my dad's and mom's daughter birthdays they went in a hot air balloon and the pilot had shaky hands and alcohol on his breath. MOL. They made it OK after some bumps landing! You promise to check it out first yea?
My sister must come along because I never go anywhere without her.
Kisses and hugs,
Maggie

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03/22/2013 06:53.17 PM

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happy first day of .....
spring to one and all! here it's more like winter with the 4-5" of snow/sleet mix we got yesterday and more might be coming as of tuesday next week. sure wished mother nature and old man winter would get their priorities right as it's spring not winter! sandy, ana, haley, angels

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03/20/2013 07:17.17 AM

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Dear Jake,
I was looking for you at the party after we separated.
You are such a sweetie!

Kisses and hugs,
Maggie

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03/17/2013 06:47.18 PM

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Dear Jake,
Sounds wonderful to go with you to Pushkin's party! Like I said to Thundie, we love Ireland. Maybe I can also jump over and see county Mayo, it's supposed to be green and lovely.
Ginger is basically the same. Mom is tuned in to her breathing, her movements, her behavior. How is Monty?
I know he was having more trouble eating. Please let me know. I love that boy!
Kisses and hugs,
Maggie

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03/16/2013 09:54.14 AM

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Dear Jake,
Sorry I am answering so late, but you know, mom is always so busy! Then I meow loudly and stand in front of her so I can get her attention when she gets home from work. I love being carried on mom's shoulder and watch her do things around the kitchen. I sniff her coffee and look as she prepares food. Going back to your question, if you still need someone for Pushkin's party, I'll be happy to go with you! Thanks for asking me, you're very kind.
Have a good evening!

Kisses and hugs,
Maggie

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03/14/2013 07:06.38 PM

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got a big question for ya....
are you guys going to make the two sports days one the day before and the other the day after the sunrise wedding of ana/malachi's on the 21st and 23rd as the wedding is on the 22nd. we are making plans and trying hard to finialize the list of who is and isn't coming to the wed- ding but just the sports days and wedding too!
janet has been one busy bee due to shopping for specialty foods and then they were home early enough for her to start on vermont maple syrup baked beans which they had for supper last night and this morning after walking the lower west street loop 4.5 miles she had breakfast and got in a little more blogging then back to the kitchen to get chicken noodle soup going as her last few attempts were disasterous. it's for supper on sat. night seeing we're due to get another kitchen sinker with 30s the next 3-4 days before it warms up to the 40s and another bigger kitchen sinker tues/wed. sandy, ana, haley,angels

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03/13/2013 10:38.50 AM

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~Trixie's Tantalizing Animal Tales~ March 11th
☆ Please vote J.C. # 248823 COTD today ☆
Happy Monday everyone! I hope you had a great weekend & are ready to start another work week. Thank you for your vote support yesterday! Please remember to pounce over to visit Queen Josie Mae #193862 at her hillbilly mansion! I’m glad that you found Aggie Kitty’s story of heroism & bravery as touching as I did when I read it the first time. She’s one pawsome kitty!! Today I’ll continue my heroic animal series but this one is about “man’s best friend” the dog. There are LOTS of heroic dog stories out there but I think this one will pull at your heartstrings & make you appreciate our doggie friends a little more.
~DEVOTED DOG~
This story is about HONEY, an English Cocker Spaniel puppy that was chosen as National Dog Day Hero Dog of the Year in 2006. On a crisp October day, Honey and her owner, Michael Bosch, were heading out in Bosch’s SUV when the sunlight temporarily blinded him. He miscalculated a turn between his driveway and a deep ravine next to it. The vehicle dropped 50 feet into the ravine, rolling 5 times before finally landing on its roof. Bosch was pinned to the vehicle by a tree that had crushed his legs, and he was now hanging upside down. Still recovering from a heart attack he suffered two months prior and located at least a quarter mile from his nearest neighbor, he realized that his only chance of survival was Honey. Only five months old at the time, Honey was able to escape the vehicle through the broken and gaping windshield. Honey traveled through at least a half a mile of thick, dense forest, eventually ending up at the doorstep of a neighbor, Robin Allen. Honey pawed at Allen desperately, whimpering and urging her to follow her. Allen said that Honey was literally “bringing me to the accident scene. She was directing me.” When they returned to the site of the accident, Allen said Honey was “pacing like a worried parent.” Allen alerted rescue crews, and by the time they arrived, Bosch had already spent nearly 8 hours hanging upside down and injured. Bosch’s pulse had weakened and paramedics thought he wouldn’t have made it much longer without Honey’s quick heroism. Probably the most amazing part of the story is that Bosch had adopted her from a local rescue shelter only two weeks prior to the accident.
Pass the Kleenex sweet kitties because that story makes me tear up every time I read it! That’s one heroic, devoted & loving pup; especially considering her young age & that he’d only had her for 2 short weeks at the time she did this courageous, life-saving deed for her master. Truly a good dog story!
Have a pawtastic Monday & thank you SO much for pouncing by with your loving support of my COTM campaign!

Loving hugs,
Trixie

03/11/2013 06:46.57 AM

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~Trixie's Tantalizing Animal Tales~ March 10th
GREAT to have you back Brown Family!! We'll be hoping & praying that your mom's surgery in April will be her last too.

YAWN…that was a long trip we took to Singapore Zoo yesterday, but it was loads of fun! Thank you for pouncing around the world with me & for leaving me your great comments & votes of support!! I have been negligent in my duties because (embarrassed grin) I forgot to thank Boo Kitty for the fabulous Zoo photo I’ve been using on the weekends! Thank you Boo Kitty & mom for putting me in front of the majestic giraffe!! OK…I see a lot of you still getting sleep out of your eyes , just like me, because we mysteriously lost an hour somewhere during the wee hours. Hmmm… must be the work of those sneaky time trolls again…MOL! Anyway, I think a big donut & cup of catnip tea might help wake me up so Patches lovingly whipped up a giant batch of her homemade catnip cake donuts & tea for everyone! Please help yourselves to both & then settle back on the beanbag chairs I’ve got scattered around the living room because today I start my tales dealing with heroic animals, which is purrfect considering this is International Day of Awesomeness! Many think that only dogs can be heroic but I’m here to tell you that any animal on earth can be a hero/heroine if they need to be & here are the first of many amazing animals I found to bring into the spotlight!

AGGIE THE CAT-Aggie is a cat who started out life completely unwanted. Born without eyes, Aggie was rescued by a foster family who only planned on keeping the cat only long enough to find someone who would embrace her disability. However, Aggie won over her foster parents with her spunky personality, realizing that her lack of sight was no hindrance. One night, when her owners were fast asleep, Aggie awoke to the sound of someone stealthily sneaking into the house through a downstairs window. Aggie realized the intruder was unfamiliar, so she immediately attacked, digging her claws into the intruder’s face. The screams from the intruder awoke the family, but by the time they came downstairs to investigate, he had fled. The only evidence they were left with was a shoe on the windowsill and blood on Aggie’s paws.

HOORAY FOR AGGIE!! It’s totally awesome that she recognized the threat & acted on it! This is one truly amazing kitty & she gets a huge paw up for her determination, protectiveness, bravery & willingness to do what she could to protect her family. Just because she was born without eyes didn’t deter her from doing an act of love for her family’s welfare & that in itself is truly remarkable!
Do you have an interesting tale of heroics to share? Please send it to me so I can include it in my royal blogs if I have the honor of being crowned your queen next month.
Thank you for your daily votes of support for my campaign dear furiends!

Soft purrs,
Trixie

03/10/2013 08:12.06 AM

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~Trixie's Tantalizing Animal Tales~ March 4th
Happy Monday sweet furiends! There nothing like getting a late start on the day, & that’s exactly what I meowed at mom when she was checking her e-mail instead of getting my important campaign work accomplished…MOL! Thank you for the votes you pawed my way yesterday! Each one is treated like a national treasure in my memory archives & is deeply appreciated!Okay sweet kitties…I’ve told you about some of the world’s smallest animals so I think it’s only fair to devote some time to a few of the world’s largest ones. We’ll start off with a common critter that many of you have in your own homes…although probably not as big as this one…MOL!
WORLD’S BIGGEST DOG- Over the past two odd decades there have been many dogs which have been featured in the Guinness book of world records for their extremities. Leading the list of such hounds is HERCULES, an English Mastiff, which was inducted in the Guinness book of world records back in 2001 for being the world’s biggest dog, weighing 294 lbs. and having a 39 inch broad neck. Hercules was three years of age, and has paws that are the size of a softball! He may be huge, but is very well-behaved. As a puppy Hercules was large, but his owner didn’t think that he would go on to become the world’s biggest dog. As far as diet is concerned, his owner maintains categorically that he has never served Hercules with anything extraordinary and that Hercules’ size is totally natural. They have fed him what they would have otherwise fed any normal dog. Hercules is a dog that enjoys the limelight too! It was in 2001, when Hercules was declared as being the world’s biggest dog that his owner came to know about the limelight-loving nature of this pooch. Hercules would go wagging to the interviewers and in front of the cameras, which made him a lovable animal to everyone he met. He was featured on many news and daily shows, and was even featured in a few commercial ads. Whatever it was, the world’s biggest dog was willing to try out new things, much to the surprise and approval of its owners. Later on, due to his loving nature, the world largest dog was doing shows and was booked for various birthday parties. He was also allowed to meet and get photos shot with children who came to see him from around the world. Hercules, in true sense, stands as a testimony to the phrase “the gentle giant”!

WOW…I’m SO glad that our family dog Sammie didn’t want to achieve a world record as one of the biggest dogs. I feel small compared to her as it is so can only imagine looking up to one the size of a Shetland pony…MOL! Tomorrow we’ll be heading to to see another world record holder but this one lives on a farm so wear your jeans & mud boots! Thank you so much for your loving votes of support for my campaign. Have a pawsome day dear furiends!

Big hugs & a tuna filled vote,
Trixie

03/04/2013 09:12.33 AM

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good morning!
we're down to 2-3" on the ground now thanks to all the rain we got yesterday and are hoping for more soon. a big storm is due to miss us this coming weekend being forced south by the same storm just sitting over us and dying out so slowly! sandy, ana, haley, angels

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02/28/2013 01:52.59 AM

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where did you go again?
it was like poof you disappeared and appeared and are gone once again. hoping and prying things are good for your mom or better than they were. another 4-6" slop here today through some of tomorrow, then another tues-thurs next week. sandy, ana, haley, angels

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02/23/2013 01:23.51 AM

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okay....
just two more votes left and we'll start going up the next time we are voting. had a good holiday weekend? here nothing new janet's worked yesterday through tomorrow, with wednesday off and then thurs-?? next week. sandy, ana, haley, angels

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02/18/2013 01:39.40 AM

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time for a good
snuggle and stay warm today! only the 20s but that's it going to warm up and by this time next week for janet's birthday a week from today, mid to upper 40s! she and we can't wait! sandy, ana, haley, angels

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01/03/2013 01:26.13 AM

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I can't wait fur the wedding! Have a dress picked put and everything!
Fluffy Himalayan hugs, VERONA

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12/31/2012 01:31.06 PM

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~New Year's Eve has arrived~
so we thought we'd bring you a few interesting things we found about the celebrations around the world!

Many New Year customs that we take for granted actually date from ancient times. This year, ring out the old and ring in the new with a New Year tradition—or two!
~~~~Make Some Noise~~~~
In ancient Thailand, guns were fired to frighten off demons.
In China, firecrackers routed the forces of darkness.
In the early American colonies, the sounds of pistol shots rang through the air.
Today, Italians let their church bells peal, the Swiss beat drums, and the North Americans sound sirens and party horns to bid the old year farewell.
~~~~Eat Lucky Food~~~~
In the southern US, black-eyed peas and pork foretell good fortune. See our recipe for Good Luck Hoppin' John.
Eating any ring-shaped treat (such as a donut) symbolize "coming full circle" and leads to good fortune. In Dutch homes, fritters called olie bollen are served.
The Irish enjoy pastries called bannocks.
The tradition of eating 12 grapes at midnight comes from Spain.
In India and Pakistan, rice promises prosperity.
Apples dipped in honey are a Rosh Hashanah tradition.
In Swiss homes, dollops of whipped cream, symbolizing the richness of the year to come, are dropped on the floors (and allowed to remain there!)
~~~~Drink a Beverage~~~~
Although the pop of a champagne cork signals the arrival of the New Year around the world, some countries have their own traditions.
Wassail, the Gaelic term for "good health" is served in some parts of England.
Spiced "hot pot" is the Scottish version of Wassail. It's customary to drink a glass or two at home before sharing with neighbors.
In Holland, toasts are made with hot, spiced wine.
~~~~New Year's Folklore~~~~
Some customs and beliefs are simply passed down through the ages. Here are some of our favorite age-old sayings and proverbs.

On New Year's Eve, kiss the person you hope to keep kissing.
If New Year's Eve night wind blow south, It betokeneth warmth and growth.
For abundance in the new year, fill your pockets and cupboards today.
If the old year goes out like a lion, the new year will come in like a lamb.
Begin the new year square with every man. (i.e., pay your debts!) –Robert B. Thomas, founder of The Old Farmer's Almanac

So, whether we resolve to return borrowed farm equipment (as did the Babylonians) or drop a few pounds, we're tapping into an ancient and powerful longing for a fresh start!

Have a safe yet happy celebration tonight dear furiends!

Gentle hugs of furiendship & love,
Trixie & NICE Crew

12/31/2012 06:57.00 AM

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forgot
to ask is there a place we can get the cake to early on so it'll stay nice and cool and it won't be seen? we're coming as of early this afternoon if that's alright? janet will be online around lunchtime between 11-2 then offline through tomorrow morning sometime! sandy, ana, haley, angels

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12/31/2012 01:17.41 AM

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good morning!
clear as a bell and cold out there, but have the coldest air heading this way as of later on today and tonight so people out celebrating have to remember to bundle up so they won't get frostbite! nothing like that here, watching concerts on tv and fireworks too! then tomorrow night music from vienna on pbs a tradition for janet now. sandy, ana, haley, angels

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12/31/2012 01:15.54 AM

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,Mrrowww!
I got back from the groomers and now I am silky and soft..but half my size. I am a little kitty, weighing eight pounds. My brithday is coming up soon and I'll be turning one year old! Speaking of pawties, I can't wait for Monty and Josie Mae's wedding! I'm ecstatic! Also, have you met mom's grandma's cat Patter? She is on CC now.
Fluffy himalayan hugs, VERONA

12/30/2012 11:07.21 AM

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☃ Time to build a snowman ☃
We got more snow last night while we were sleeping & it's still flurring as mom types this for me. Light snow will taper off to flurries as highs top out around 30 degrees. Tonight the clouds are supposed to break and temps fall into the teens. Monday night into Tuesday another round of light accumulating snow is possible. Bitter cold air is on the way by Wednesday morning temps will only be around 10 degrees! Nothing like ringing in the New Year wearing our winter woolies...MOL! It sounds like Sammie dog will be staying inside again the first part of the week so Fluffers & I had better get our orneriness out of us this weekend while she's out building her snow-fort by her dog house! That silly dog puts her entire head into snow drifts sometimes & has the goofiest look on her face when she pulls it out. Guess being born in the winter makes her like the cold white stuff but not this winter baby...MOL! I prefer to watch it from the comfort of the window where I won't get my paws wet or take a chance of getting frost on my whiskers!
Mom is counting the days until the kids go back to school...MOL! They've been pretty good but they're starting to annoy each other since they've been stuck in the house together for over a week & that generally leads to arguments in the near future. Speaking of arguing...MOL! Fluffers & I had a slight disagreement last night when we both wanted to snuggle in the same spot next to mom. I whacked her but she actually whacked me back! Shocking behavior isn't it? Not to worry folks because I've already started getting even today with a good game of hide & whack...err, I mean hide & seek...MOL! We've about worn ourselves out though because we've been doing it since 6am. In fact we even woke the dog up early. OOPS...sorry about that mom...MOL! Well got to run so mom can start taking down some of the Christmas decorations but she did tell me that since December was rather chaotic for my blogging that I could do next month too. Woohoo...MOL! We won't get back into 'regular' blogging again until at least mid week but we'll be on daily to do our voting. Have a happy Caturday everyone & I'll pounce at...err, meow at you again soon.

Playful purrs,
Trixie & NICE Crew

12/29/2012 07:22.19 AM

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Hi Jake,
Thanks for the velvet mouse toy, it is so nice and soft. I went to the groomers yesterday and got a silky smooth coat. New pictures are in order! Can't wait for the wedding :)
Fluffy Himalayan hugs, VERONA

12/27/2012 03:32.18 PM

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Merry christmas, Jake!!!
I just wanted to wish you happy holidays and merry christmas before mom has to leave to be with company for eight+ hours. I wanted to give you this gift as a token of my furiendship. *Verona hands Jake a package that is red with a black ribbon.* Not "christmas-y, I know. MOL.
Jake opens it to find..

A bacon flavored squirrel chew toy
three assorted flavors of temptations (Tuna, milk, chicken)
and an ornament shaped like a candy cane that dispenses catnip.

Fluffy himalayan pawhugs,
VERONA

12/25/2012 09:12.51 AM

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