Saturday, Sept.8

Today is our big surgery day. All the action will start at 8:30. Before that we'll be putting on neck bands and putting kitties into their rooms so they are close by for when we need them. They already have their food removed--oh my, that's so cruel. At least that's what they're telling me! We have 5 castrations, 8 spays, 1 male dog (from ALOL) and 12 physicals to do.

Cassidy had his surgery yesterday, to remove his bad eye. He's still feeling a little punky this morning, but was given fluids already today. Hopefully, that will bring back some of his bounce. He's sleeping quietly right now. The surgery went well and Dr. Darcy will see him again today.

Remember you can now submit your recipes for our 2nd FFRC Cookbook! Just go to ffrccatloverscookbook.com. Then, click on the pdf link which has the directions to enter your recipe. The login is VolumeTwo and the password is ffrc. Thanks!

One of our volunteers isn't feeling very good. She is our oldest volunteer and has been with us for many years. It's Dorothy, who usually comes on Tuesday evenings. If you would like to send her a card, that would be so nice. Send it to FFRC, with her name on the outside of the envelope. I will make sure that she gets every one of them!

We had BOXES last night!
GermanSiggi from FL--Bubbaloo bubble gum and a case of Friskie Prime Fillet
CathiB12--a case of Friskies Bits
Vickie B from NY--a t-shirt for Jacci, from Crazy shirts (Kliban)
Susanne B--2 cases of Fancy Feast, in memory of her Buster
Anonymous G--For volunteers: Biscotti Biscuits, Oreos (Becky), 2013 calendars, and a cool Catstock Bandana for Jacci. For the cats: sardines, pillowcases, toys. For Graciela's Hope Chest--2 packages of treats, toys and a neat sign that says "Home is where the cat is"
Nancy D from OH--donation for FFRC
Conii--6 containers of Bonito flakes, a big bag of Yeowwww Toys (bananas, hearts, rainbow, sharks), Tiki food (9 cases), and a wooden toy with circles cut out for the Covies!
Trudy S from Bryan, OH--a donation for FFRC
Diane & Steve D from MI--a donation for FFRC in memory of Ripper and Ruffles. Their new kitten is Tio
Gusti from Germany--a donation thru PayPal for Cassidy's surgery, with prayers & love
Nigel W from UK, a donation thru PayPal
Speedy and Mr. Speedy, day visitors--dry cat food, Laundry soap, toilet paper, canned Purina, paper plates, plastic spoons, Mr. Clean, volunteer treats, washcloths, styrofoam plates, big towels, cat toys, dog can food, whiskas packs. Thanks ever so much--we enjoyed your visit!

This is short, but must get ready for this busy day!

Sleepy Cassidy!

Friday, Sept. 7

Cassidy will making a trip up to our vet's office today. His eye enucleation will be done there today, late morning. As I hear how things are going, I will let you know by the cam chat. He will be coming home later today, as soon as he is done. Many hugs and kisses for Cassidy. Please keep him in your prayers and thoughts today.

Tomorrow is our big surgery day. Dr. Darci, once again, will be here. Right now, we have 5 castrations and 8 spays, 1 dog castration (from ALOL), and approximately 8-10 physicals that need to be done. A very busy morning. Thanks to Joyce D. who will provide our pizza lunch--we work up quite an appetite! We'll keep you posted all morning how things are going.

Yesterday we had a big Catstock meeting. Plans are continuing and things are organized. This event is in just 2 weeks! Remember, to join us on the cam for Friday night, 9/21 as Mike will be doing a very special mini-cam just for the chatters and lurkers. The big day is 9/22. Carnival at 2:00-5:30. Concert is 5:30 to 6:30. We have 2 GIANT tents that will be put up on Friday. Two porta-pots will also be arriving, along with a big bleacher section that can hold dozens of people. The big porta grill for 240 chicken meals will also arrive the Friday before.

Mike, who is doing our concert, is leaving California today. They will drive to Phoenix (with Tinker the cat in tow) and spend a couple days visiting friends. Then on to Gallop, New Mexico. They will probably also stop in Indianapolis to visit the Indy Motor Speedway Hall of Fame. There's an RV Hall of Fame in Idiana they would also like to visit. Then a drive through his birthplace in Illinois and on to Ohio. We will keep you posted as to his travels.

We had BOXES--wonderful, lovely, appreciated boxes!!
Bonnie, Dave & Michael, In memory of Chance--royal canin kitty dry food, crocheted bed cushie, syringe needles, bag of kitty toys, lots of fleece and hand crocheted blankies, thank you notes, note cards, plates, face kitty wipes, A/D can food, 9 lives can food, several large blankets, pillow cases, beautiful quilt. Also showed a picture of Chance.
Eaglewatcher/Beth A--big box of Reese's miniatures and 2 cases of Friskies
TippyNTraylor and Ashley too--a BIG box of "Candy Memories from the 60's, from Woodstock, NY--really fun, old fashioned candy!
Betz--"Chic" of the Sea Tuna Kitty Bed for Cutie and blue wig. We put the blue wig on Cutie, put her in her new bed (with her permission, of course!). Cutie was the cutest mermaid ever!
D'Lee--5 packages of Vita Gravy/grilled salmon
Casey & Skeeter--1 case of Friskies Whiskas, 3 cases of Fancy Feast, 1 bag Royal Canin kitten dry cat food and a wonderful letter by these wonderful cats!
Renee C/Jakesmeowmy--case of Gravy Sensations, case of Friskies and 2 cases of Fancy Feast
Conii & Sundance--Hoops & Yoyo card (from Maddison & Elliot), 2 fuzzy "snakes" cataction toys, coil spring toys, 3 "hug and Kick toys, laser light, super soft cat bed, Senses Toy, small cat scratcher for kittens, q-tips, kitty face wipes, baby cereal and an M&M machine with personalized candy that says "FFRC Catstock, XOX & pawprints--so cute! Conii also sent for me, which I'm super grateful for: a beautiful bracelet (from artist Jes Maharry), cat chalk board with stand and the most beautiful totem I've ever seen (from artist Jes Maharry). The totem (made of metal) has a heart, dove, flower, sunshine, bird and an angel on it. We put it in our rock garden already last night--it's absolutely beautiful and a real treasure to me.
Jane D--a birthday card for Bella
Carla & Steve /BeachKatz--birthday card for Bella
Kathleen E from UK--a PayPal donation for FFRC
Sheila Hunter from Canada--a PayPal donation for FFRC
Mary B--a donation thru PayPal for FFRC
Patricia S from MI--a PayPal donation for FFRC
Renee C/Jakesmeowmy--a donation for FFRC thru PayPal
Carsten H from Germany--a PayPal donation for FFRC
We also showed the picture of Kimba and Barbarilla! So sweet.

Our weekly report from Petfinder arrived. Wow--we had 2009 total pet views. Betony came in first, followed by Campion, Butterbur, Filbert, Weber, Canton, Efrafa, then Purrby as the top eight!

Little Tallulah is sleeping on my desk, along with FiFi and Jaina. Tallulah takes the grand prize every morning for having the very biggest "meows" at breakfast time. She's so loud and has such a loooong meow! Derecho is walking all over the Rescue Center now. He is learning to control his "wobbleness" better and better each day.

Remember to check out our Zazzle store--they have some awesome things that are personalized for FFRC, including some really neat Catstock shirts, pins, sweatshirts. The site is zazzle.com/fofrescue

Sweep Campion--such an extra sweet kitten.

Weds., September 5

We have very thick fog here this morning. Cyrilla and Purrby wanted the little door to the outdoor enclosure opened. I told them no, not yet, we may not be able to see them out there in this dense fog. We'll wait for the sun to break thru.

Zelda is sprawled out on the desk, with Tallulah laying half way across her. FiFi is laying inside the desk drawer, with Jaina laying on a stack of papers. They are SO helpful.

The dry cough we have here is quickly clearing up. All eyes (except for Cassidy) looks real good. Derecho had to potty this morning, walked over to one of the big litterboxes and waited to be lifted inside the box. He's so smart!

One of the Porchie cats brought a mouse up to the back porch and left it there for us. They ALL looked pretty smug about it! Fabio received a partial groom/shave yesterday. We needed to do that now, so he has fur for the winter, yet it won't get so long as to cause problems before spring. The Covies look great. They seem very happy and love to have the visitors come out and see them. We usually send treats out with the visitors to give to them.

This is part of the information that goes home in each and every adoption bag: If you are no longer able to keep or take care of your FFRC cat, we take back 100% of our cats. It doesn't matter how much time has gone by or for what reason. Just call and we will gladly set up a time for you to bring back your pet. We always hope every adoption is for the lifetime of the cat, but we also understand that things happen.

Mike, our TV singing guy who is doing the concert for us on 9/21 and 9/22 will be leaving California soon, to make the trip here to Defiance! Here is another article that a California paper did on Mike's trip here for Catstock: ocregister.com/articles/chamberlin-370363-fans-catstock.html
Prayers for a safe journey for Mike and his wife.

Don't forget to check out our new store at Zazzle. Goss has worked hard on it. Some of the items are for the Catstock event! zazzle.com/fofrescue

Have you submitted a recipe for our 2nd FFRC cookbook yet? The site is: ffrccatloverscookbook.com

We had BOXES last night. I very much appreciate your support.
Bubbles/Cynthia--Lavender Bubblebath for Jacci & Fruit Bites for Einstein, 2 cases of Fancy Feast and a book called Pete the Cat: I Love My White Shoes!
Eaglewatcher46--Arnold Palmer Tea stix (6 boxes)
Arden & Charmaine from IN--4 cases of Friskies--1 turkey, 2 salmon, 1 white fish
Chris H from MA--a very nice card, some really unusual & fun toys for the cats, belly button mouse toy, 4 big bags Party mix treats for cats, super soft cat bed with a very soft blankie, double duo tracer ball and crazy circle with mouse, ASPCA cat house tent
Sketter/Casey--2 assorted containers of sugar-free hard candies
Anonymous G--a cookie package for Sigrid & a pack of cookies for the volunteers, some goodies to add to Graciela's "hope chest" for when she gets adopted!
TippyNTraylor & Ashley too--a donation for FFRC
Aunty Fi--2 necklace tokens from our Loon friends--1 with Bravos picture on it for Jacci and 1 with Derechos picture on it for Kate. Many thanks, Aunty.
Mudji--pictures of her kitties--Henry R Peeps, Oh My Guinness, Stryker Grizzabella, Jackstraw,blanket for LeLe's birthday, litter coupons, cool duct tape, 2 rugs, perch for Einie, Lenox gold retractable knife, oreo cookies for Jacci, bubblegum for volunteers, pretzel treats for Steve, dog bones/dog canned food, cat treats, pencil sharpener, pens, treats for Barnies, Porchies & Covies, 3 notebooks, bandges, bed & super soft blanket, towels
Henry R. Peeps and Oh My Guinness--birthday cards for September birthday kitties!
Sandra D--a metal cat crossing sign

If there is ever an error in what I've written for Boxes, feel free to e-mail me and let me know. Sometimes our notes get mixed up a little! Thanks.

Yesterday, the peacocks were going by the front office door, which was open. There were 6 cats stretching up to the screen door, with their paws on the glass watching them. One of the penhens looks at the cats and squawked. I never saw 6 cats move so fast in my life!

GracieAnn is doing much better. The abscess she had on her rear leg is about half way healed. It appears, someone took a bite on her. Poor baby--she's doing much better now though.

Remember these kittens? Shaling and her babies.

Tuesday, September 4

I hope everyone had a wonderful holiday weekend. It was fairly quiet here, which was rather nice. I should say, it was quiet visitor-wise, but the cats and kittens have been in high gear. Check out facebook--there's proof that Octavia "stole" 2 packets of food at the same time. The kittens have been on high speed alerts. They've been zooming so fast, it's hard to walk around them. On the refrigerator is our laser light toy. YEsterday, somehow they got it on and 6 of them were squished on top of the refrig., playing with it. Dolan, of course, was again on top of the toy, making it click.

Please check out our new FFRC cookbook recipe submission site. It's: ffrccatloverscookbook.com It will give you step by step directions as to how to submit a recipe. Please come up with one of your favorite recipes and enter it for our 2nd FFRC cookbook! Thanks!

We weighed some of the kittens and cats yesterday. Jaina certainly needs to lose a little bit of weight. She is now at 13.05. This is not healthy for her--she needs to shed a couple pounds, but slowly. It's difficult in a group setting like this, but we will be trying to help her. Badu was 11.04. Filbert was 11.14. Putter was 10.09. The good news is that Magenta gained 3 ounces!

This Saturday is our surgery day here at the Rescue Center. Currently, we have the following scheduled: Avens, Derecho, Graciela, Liberty, Miau, Tabitha, Tallulah, Treesa, Zorca, Roadinia, Oban (?), Callaway. Also scheduled for physicals are: Magenta, Ada Jana, Bella, Cyrilla, Hannah, Cassidy, Macallan, Felton and Gracie Ann. When cats arrive at FFRC, even though they may be already neutered/spayed, we still want our vet to give them a physical. We are looking at a real likelihood that Cassidy may need an eye removal, in which case, he may be done Saturday as well. We try so hard to keep that awful Herpes virus at bay. When we have a cat that has it, we hit hard and fast with medications. We get good recovery, almost 100% of the time. Not so, in the case of Cassidy. It appears to have caused significant damage to one of his eyes. A decision will be made on Saturday.

Yes, we do have a slight, dry cough going on in the Rescue Center right now. This is a "very upper" cough--not in the lungs at all, similar to a dry throat cough. All are being treated for this. It comes on, lasts maybe 2 days, then is goes away. It does not affect their appetite or activity level. Please be assured, all is under control!

The volunteers and I love what we do here at FFRC. Our intentions are to only adopt out healthy cats and kittens---their best interest is truly the highest priority for us. We realize that occasionally a cat or kitten may become ill after adoption. From the minute a cat arrives at the Rescue Center to the moment they are adopted, we work very hard on their health and happiness levels. Our intentions are true, in that we really do care about every cat that comes our way, never intending any harm.

Many thanks to:
Karla M from IA--a donation for FFRC thru PayPal
Paula M from Australia--a donation for FFRC thru Paypal


Cypress--oh, to be so relaxed!

Sunday, Sept. 2

We have the most wonderful and beautiful Cat Go Round Wheel in the world! Have you seen it yet? Goss has been planning for this ever since we got the wheel. Sev had a surprise for us also. Goss sent away for a heavy duty vinyl decal of our very own Logo! It's on the wheel, in the center and looks awesome! Sev sent us heavy duty stickers that we put on the outside of the wheel. All in all, the wheel looks terrific! Thanks to Goss and Sev.

One of the most interesting things to do, is to be quiet and just WATCH the interaction between cats. So much communication goes on, that it can be missed, if not watched for. Just now, Purrby came up on the desk, where Badu is all stretched out. Badu gives "the look", Purrby takes a step back. Purrby scoots forward, just a bit at a time. Badu puts her ears back, so Purrby stops. Purrby reaches a paw out, Badu puts her paw on top. She reigns. Then all is well. Both close their eyes and relax.

The 6 kittens from Cat's Corner Room have been sprung! They are now out and about with the rest of the gang. They are doing great--running around playing. Lots of new friendships will be made today.

Bella's birthday was yesterday and she had lots of Happy Birthday wishes. She even talked on the phone to one of her favorite people in the world--Felinetoyz! Bella also wore her 2 crowns last night for the cam, just for a couple minutes though! She had several baby food jars during the day! Today is Zavatars birthday--he is now one year old. Such a big handsome boy. He had a special birthday breakfast, all his own!

We had BOXES last night! Thanks ever so much.
Cgrcry from Lima, OH--12 pieces of treated lumber, 4x4x8 posts. Thanks ever so much, cg. Also thanks to Eric/LoveMyPetz for picking it up for us and delivering it.
Casey/Skeeter--a really neat box of candy, Totally 80s candy sampler from Funky Food Shop
Liz/lizmol from MI--letter and pictures of kitties Ariel and Jenny, bandaids for Diane, sardines, chocolate Oreos for Sigrid, bubblegum for Judy, treats for Octavia, baby food, treats for Graciela, Friskie can food, Fancy Feast can food, treats for Bondi and Zavatar, cereal for Jacci, Bounce dryer sheets
EagleSpirit--a senses activity toy (rocking roller)
Beachkatz and UncleKat--a wonderful thank you card for the volunteers, opened by Becky

We had rain last night, so I double checked the Cat's Cove. Again, no leaks! Sure happy about this. The cats are happy too! Treesa is a loverbug--super sweet and will purr just looking at her. Asha has it all figured out--if a person approaches her slowly, she'll roll over to have her tummy rubbed. Ginseng is crazy about any and all of the track ball toys. He puts those big feet of his in the track and smacks that ball rather sharply. No more chipmunks have been found in the Rescue Center--I'm sure that released one told ALL of the chippies to stay away from THAT place!


Happy Birthday, Zavatar!

Saturday, September 1

Happy birthday to Bella, Missy (my cat) and to Martha L (a volunteer). Three very special cats/people. Bella will be wearing her crowns later today. She also received a WHOLE jar of baby food for breakfast this morning! She is now 10 years old. When Bella first arrived, she was just 6 weeks old.

It has been raining this morning--we're so thankful. We need the rain. We had a huge clap of thunder this morning that truly scared Derecho. When he's calm, his mobility problems are not as pronounced. But when he's been alarmed or super exited, he loses some of that control. So....he was held alot and reassured that all was fine. He's back to playing here in the office by me. He and Treesa and Zorca are play fighting!

Our visitor and moderator, Peeka/Nancy has left this morning. It was wonderful to have her visit us. She had Graciela and Drake spend last night with her in Kitty Kastle. Sounds like they had a lot of fun!

We've heard from Hannah's family yesterday. Hannah's trach surgery went well. If all goes well, she may be home sometime next week! Hannah has watched the cat video that was put together for her at least 3 times already. Her mom says she loves it. Please continue sending your prayers up for our little Hannah friend.

We had an adoption yesterday! Sweet Frith went to his new home. They had picked him out earlier in the week. They waited until now to pick him up when they would have the weekend to spend with him. Frith loved laying in their arms!

Serephina, the newest tiger/tori is doing great. She has made friends with Oban, Galway, Callaway, Harlow and Harper. Those 6 kittens sure can rock and roll in their room! Not much longer until they will be out with the rest of the gang.

Right now, Dennsmore, Purrby, Miler, FiFi and Everet are on my desk. They don't realize that their bodies are solid and I cannot see thru them to see the screen! It's not too bad, until they start chewing up the paper (been watching Badu do this!) or playing with each other's tails! By the way, Badu had her yearly vaccination yesterday and didn't even grumble--was so proud of her.

Cat's Cove roof is now done....just in time for this rain. We'll see today if it's still dry inside the Cove. Jimmy put a seal on top of every screw and on some of the seams. Then he put 2 coats of fiber paint on top of the metal roof. Sure hope that works. He'll be starting the same process with Kitty City, once the rain stops.

We had BOXES last night. Thanks, thanks, thanks!
Love4cats/Nancy from WI--coupons
Patricia K from NY--coupons
Tom P from NJ--pop tabs for Kellen and a very nice card
BeachkatzCarla C from OR--cards for everyone (mods, volunteers, our 3 vets, Hannah), Fancy Feast Appetizers (for Bondi & friends), sardines, kitty treats, canned Fancy Feast, Mr. Clean sponges, plastic spoons and baby food jars for Bella & 10 cans of KMR
Lovebugs321 from VA--24 cans of Sardines & a very nice letter
Cynthia N/Bubbles from WA--donation for FFRC (for Feliz Navidad fund)
Neil M--a very fun letter (Anna Marie warned me it was coming!!) with a donation for FFRC. And Neil...no, sorry, but you MUST keep Bandita/Vixen/Shep. That way she can keep you under control! She did tell me though that she thinks you're an awesome kitty dad!
RoseSFCats--2 really neat cat posters that we can use for Catstock!
Anne & Issacc, day visitors--Pet krinkle tunnel and laundry soap

Next week we will have our new Cat-Go-Round wheel all fancied up! The design is a surprise. I believe everyone will like it! This wheel will look very different from the first wheel.

In the course of this last week, I've heard from 5-6 schools that will be letting some of their classes view our KittyCam on ustream! This will be a reward, for good behavior. We will not know when these children will be viewing the cam, so just wanted to let you all know about this. Please keep our chat g-rated. Keep in mind, when you are posting, is this something should be said if children were viewing it? Thank you!


Happy Birthday, Bella! She sure loves her poofs.

THursday, August 30

Our visitor, Peekaboo/Nancy has arrived. It's been wonderful to meet her. The cats and kittens are also enjoying her visit.

We have lots of information to pass on today.
Plans are rolling along for our Catstock event. It is 9/22. The carnival is from 2:30 to 5:30. Mike, who will be doing the concert, will come out during the carnival and sing a couple songs in the afternoon. Then the real concert will be from 5:30 to 6:30. He is also doing a mini concert for the webcam viewers on 9/21 at 6:30. He will sing a few songs, just for our viewers! Just this week, his local newspaper in San Clemente CA, did an article on Mike and his journey to Ohio for this concert. I've posted this in the facebook pages.

FFRC has a new on-line store! It's at Zazzle. Goss/Linda has designed this and has done an awesome job. There's LOTS of items on Zazzle that are Catstock and Be An Earth Angel related. FFRC gets a portion of each sale. Check it out at: zazzle.com/fofrescue

As of last night, we have officially kicked off the 2nd FFRC Cookbook! This cookbook will not be printed until sometime next year, but recipes can now be submitted. This will be fun as it's wonderful to see so many names of our family, friends, volunteers, lurkers and viewers in a book together! And the recipes are great. If you'd like to submit a recipe, go to: 03649d6.netsolhost.com/ Later, there will be a different site to give you to continue to submit recipes.

I received an update from Petfinder.com. Last week, we had 1,899 views on our FFRC website. The top 5 were: Betony, Butterbur, Campion, Weber and Ginseng

If you would like to attend Catstock, we'd love to have you! Here are the phone numbers of our local motels.
Comfort Inn 419-784-4900
Hampton Inn 419-784-1515
Holiday Inn Express 419-784-0782
Super 8 Motel 419-782-8000
Our local B & B, Elliot Rose, is 419-956-9981

We had BOXES last night! So many thanks are given to you.
Connie S from OH--pop up cube for Cassidy and friends
Penny V from OH--thistle seed for the birds and a big bag of chips for volunteers
Michlynn from MI--a beautiful picture called Lean On Me. This is so very special and means a lot to me. Thank you.
KimKost--2 big bags of Party Mix cat treats, 3 cases of Fancy Feast
Carla C--a big bucket of kitty litter
Lannml/Lois from Iowa--3 cases of Friskies Gravy Sensations
Friend B from Defiance--Chief receipts
Peekabookitty/Nancy, who is visiting, a box of yummy chocolates from her home state, MA
Penny P from GA--a donation for FFRC thru PayPal

I also have a bit of information for you about Derecho, our little CH kitten. Kate has decided NOT to adopt Derecho. This is HER decision and I will, of course, honor it. I've known since Saturday of her decision, but waited these few days to make sure. Kate already has 12 cats and her dear dog, that they must move across the country twice a year. Even though she loves Derecho very much, she decided that he should be an FFRC cat. With all respect, please understand, that this decision making is closed and it is what it is. I would appreciate if everyone honors her request. Derecho is now known as Derecho Tucker Fauster FFRC Moss.


Derecho Tucker Fauster FFRC Moss