The giant trailer arrived around 1:25. It gave me goosebumps to see it coming here to FFRC! Many thanks to Nicki and Ed for supplying this transportation. They are brother/sister that owns H E Rudy tricking. Both then pitched in to help empty the truck. And on top of that, they donated a huge amount of canned food for FFRC.
Opening all the boxes and packages was simply beyond wonderful. We had 886 boxes--an astounding amount! These boxes weighed in at 17,523 pounds--quite a load! A mountain of thanks to each and every person who donated these boxes. 💚💗
I'd like to send a special thanks to Angie and Bill for all their hard work on this project--the first box arrived in August and since then, their garage became fuller and fuller with boxes! They also provided a meal Friday evening for the folks that came over to their house to help load up the truck. They also made countless trips to the stores for many of the items.
Another big thanks goes to Lynnette. She is an extraordinary help to me. She also helps me keep organized. She not only works here at FFRC but is a super good friend to me.
Here's just a few numbers:
186 bags of dry adult cat food
202 containers of kitty snackers
76 cases of baby food
209 bags of litter
18 gallons of Odoban
5000 9 inch plates
6800 6 inch plates
10 boxes of 33 gallon trash bags
60 cans of KMR
18 rolls of packing tape
192 boxes of packets of food
77 cases of kitten can food
434 cases of adult can food
64 cans of chicken
And the list goes on and on!
We also received medical supplies that will help us--Idexx test kit, distemper, rabies, bordetella and leukemia vaccines, Convenia, Bravecto, Clavamox, Capstar, Terramycin and Panacur--such a great help. The cats and I are very grateful.
Another wonderful gift---as you know, this is our 20th year for FFRC. We did major reconstruction at the beginning of the year. As of this week, the bills are all paid in full! The reconstruction covered the removal of the Cat's Corner Room, the creation of the Paddy's Place, attic wiring, rewiring of electric, several cat doors, new ceiling lights, cat walks, storage shelving in the Stuff Room, the floor completely redone, cabinets, etc. Many thanks to all involved in this project, from the planning to the paying!
Another awesome gift---our bill is paid in full at the vet's office. BIG thanks! The bill was for $1,789.96--completely paid in full! Wow! Plus........bonus! A credit of $922.42. And then our bumper uppers stepped in. We had another $1,565.37 which makes our credit now at the vets----$2,487.79. Amazing. A colossol of thanks for this!
As a way of thanks, we made a posterboard of a cat with so many involved in FFRC, that we are thankful for--
webmaster--Clay and Vaun make our website (fofrescue.org) possible
administrators--keeps our facebook site clean and family friendly
local supporters--our community, including businesses
moderators--they moderate the cam chat. We want it family friendly
family--they are awesome, from Steve to our kids and grandkids--so supportive. Love them!
sponsors--to donator supporters and those that sponsor cats
lurkers--we love our cam lurkers
veterinarians/techs--without them we would not have the medical care these cats need.
video recorders--they provide the videos that so many enjoy
Kitty Christmas is one of the most exciting day of the year for FFRC. We go from nearly empty shelves to being stocked and full. The cats and I are extremely thankful. Truly a day that should be called Thanksgiving Kitty Christmas!
And we have more thanks to give! We had BOXES on Thursday---
JBond - for Ramsay, New Track Ball Toy, for Jacci, A Spa gift set For Volunteers--1 large pack of Rice Krispy Treats, 2 boxes of Belvita Crackers, Kashi dark chocolate grain bars, Popcorn, Pretzels, 3 (4) pack of large can Tuna, 2 boxes of Snack Pack Puddings, 2 large pack of Fig Newtons, 4 (3) packs of Dole Fruit Cups. For Kitties,---1 Case of Friskies,2 Cases of 9 Lives cans, 2 treat bags of Apple Nuggets for horses, goat, and donkey.
Diane (Dilly Di) - 8 XL Teal Bath Towels from Kohl's, 2 large fleece pillow cases for the outside kitties.
Jennifer R. (Tx) - for Donell's new parents (when they are chosen), 2 wand toys from Cat Wanderer
Kim R. - Bag of new toys, 2 (10) packs of Squeeze Ups, 1 Case of Fancy Feast
SeanG and Lena - 1 (10) pack of Squeeze Ups.
Sue T. (NC) - 2 CH Kitty Calendars, 1 for Jacci, A Wall hanging with a Cat's Story framed for Jacci, The Official FFRC CH Purple Commemorative Ribbon framed---love it!. A stack of Kitty Comedic posters for Jacci to hang around the Center.and 2 Chicky $5 for Ramsay and Pania.
Judy Judy - 1 Case (30) L'il Soups.
Jean W. - 2 (40) Cases of Friskies cans, 2 large bags of Iams dry food.
Celie R. and Turbo - 1 Large Canister of Greenie Snacks, 2 Boxes of L'il Soups, 1 (12) pack of Delectable Stew, 1 (12) pack of Delectable Bisque, 4 (10) packs of Sqeeze Ups.
Nathan K. - 2 (12) Cases of 9Lives Cans.
Envelopes
Donna and Robert R. and their gang (AZ) - Birthday card for Magic - gift card for PetSmart.
Barry and Lori P. (Iowa) - a Christmas postcard with picture of their kitties Calvin and Oscar.
Sue (MacNCheeseM) - donation in honor of Marilyn
Stephanie and Mike K. (Il.) - donation
Brian and Liz (NY) - donation
Florence L. and Jayne (Fla) - Chicky $5 donation
Maria and Miranda - (Sweden) - Christmas Card w/(4) Chicky $5, a card for Magic's Birthday
Jeanie and Dave A. (Oh) - donation from a once FFRC baby (Koda) who is now Charlie.
Julie and David (UK) - 3 D Christmas card. for Magic 5th Bday card w/2 Chicky $5, Special Birthday glitter card for Magic w/Chicky $5.
Ellen P. (Ia) - donation, add'tl donation for Janie.
Clark, Jessie and the rest - Bday card for Magic (5) w/Chicky $5, Bday card for Walter (7) w/Chicky $5.
Tearsfromadream - Pania, calendar
Martha C. and Mr. Whiskers - (Tx) - coupons, 2 Chicky $5.
Elaine and Alan (Fla) - 2 Christmas cards for Jacci and the Center.
Diane N. (TweetiTweet) (Oh) - calendar
Johannah M. (Defiance) - donatioin
Jeanne S.(Fla) - donation for FelizNavidad Fund.
Jeanette (Scotland) - Bday card for Magic with 4 Chicky $5, a Christmas card
We had 2 more adoptions! Trippadoo and Timax went to their new home together! They went into a home where they are the only cats and will be very well loved. I've already heard from them and it sounds like the kitties are settling in nicely.
We also heard back from Pansaroo and Kaze's new family--both are blossoming and are love bugs. Kaze likes soft comfy spots to sleep and Pansaroo naps on the table with Lego pieces!
Cashew, the new snowshoe lynx siamese is doing good. She's a quiet girl and absolutely loves to be petted. She is still hanging out in the back Thumper's Room.
Zinie is coming along. She developed a fever and simply didn't feel good for a couple days. Antibiotics started and syringe feeding and fluids given. She's much better and looks perkier. Desmond and Donell's energy levels are very good--they are so playful and eating good.
We have even more thanks to give!
David and Christine and their kitties--donation for the care of the cats and kitties
William M--donation for FFRC
Leanne & Mike--donation in honor of Magic's birthday!
Sean G & Lena--donation in honor of FFRC's Lena
Marie C--donation for the cats and kitties
Kittiesmom--donation in memory of Conii G
Yaseen E--donation for FFRC and Fio
Gusti--donation to welcome Cashew
James G--donation as a thank you for having the cams
Audrey & Gary P--donation in celebration of Magic's 5th birthday
Sandra H--donation for FFRC
Dorothy R--donation for FFRC, enjoys Coralie, Magic and Vernon
Dorothy R--donation for FFRC, enjoys Coralie, Magic and Vernon
Catherine D--donation for a Merry Pawmess!!
We received word on Thursday that our dear friend of FFRC, Conii Gallagher had passed away on Tuesday. Conii was always such a compassionate person, giving to FFRC and others, a real kind hearted person. She had spent a nice Thanksgiving with her family. Her brother George has kept us updated. He or a family member will be coming soon to FFRC with Conii's cats to take over their care. He also asked FFRC to care for her ashes. I am humbled that we are asked to care for Conii's beloved cats and for her ashes. She will be so missed--always a kind friend. Two boxes that we opened at Kitty Christmas were from Conii--always thinking of us. She's the person that sent all the peace poles for Catathon. Also the extra cute baby clothes and the lambie rocker.
Please, in Conii's memory, do something kind today for another person or a pet. She would like that.
