Friday, October 30, 2020

This is an extra long blog--a book, actually!  Grab a drink, a snack and a comfy chair!  We have lots to cover!
Hello to all of our FFRC friends.  I'm late........getting a blog out and I'm very sorry.  When Covid first started, I sincerely thought it would give us more time here. Instead, it has caused things to take more time. Needless to say, I'm behind in many things. Lately I've been working hard on our many applications which is very time consuming. It affects everything here including how we do adoption visits, the actual adoption, HumaneOhio, our cleaning, keeping volunteers scheduled, etc.  Because Covid is also hitting everywhere hard, including Defiance, we are working on an FFRC COVID PLAN, to have things in place just in case we have a positive result show up here at FFRC.  I feel it's important to keep you all up to date, to the best I can---and that is because you are important to us. I believe in being up front with you--to be honest. These planning things all take time too. If we ever have to use our Covid Plan, you will be made aware. 

And to add to everything, this is just plain hard for most folks. Here, when I put our Closed signs up, I fully thought it would be for a couple weeks. I distinctly remember doing this --made me cry--we had never shut down before. And now, it's months and months later.We are still closed to the general public in trying to keep our many volunteers safe. We do work out safe adoption visits. This pandemic has been rough for everyone--it's caused many changes in our lives.  Tempers are sometimes short, feelings are raw. We just have to keep trying, to be kind, to be thoughtful and to help one another through this. And above all, to be patient with each other. 
A friend of FFRC has recently contracted Covid--here is something she copied:

So, let's do a catch up!  We had BOXES that we had on Weds. 
Karen B -- 6 Cans of Spray Sanitizer
Diana H -- Card, Donation, coupons, 2 Flats of Stamps, Folders, 
Dorothy D -- 1000 T-Shirt Potty Bags 
Cindy G -- Sign for DJ Magic & D-Man Radio Show 98.1 WFRC 
Meme & Buddy the Cat -- 3 Bags of Pop Tabs, 4 Cans of FF,   
Beth/Eaglewatcher -- 3 Boxes of Keurig Hot Chocolate, 3 Boxes of Keurig Coffee,
KathyWV & Donny --  Box of Assorted Cookies for Volunteers,    
New Jersey Lurker --  Card, Pack of 8 Mini Spatulas, 2 rolls of Stamps, 2 Silicone Jar Openers, 
4 Reversible Face Masks, 
Mr. Meow -- Food, Towels, Case(30) FF Gravy Lovers, 2 Cans of Chicken, 12 Cans of Friskies Pate,
2 Packs of Squeeze Ups
Jenn & Jim -- Case(40) Friskies Pate
PiperJo -- 4 Boxes of Whiskas 
Davzy -- 2 Cases of Mother and Baby Cat Cans, 2 Bags of RC Mother and Baby Cat Dry Food
Patty PK -- Large Bag of Purina One Salmon / Adult 
Sara & Family/eaglefan -- 4 Cases of Baby Food 
Denise & Elizabeth -- 5 Halloween Towel Sets, 2 Tissue Box Covers, Lysol Wipes, 4 Squeeze UPs,
 Lg Spatula, 4 Packs of Styrofoam Plates, 2 Boxes of Delectable s, Pate Lickable Treats  
Paul B -- Large Bag of Purina Natural Food, Containers of Party Mix, 6 Cases of Baby Food,
 Container of Greenies, 
Stripey D --Note,  Bag of Squeeze Licks, Paper Towel rolls for Ramsay, 4 Cases of Ham Baby 
Food in Memory of Dingy, 2 Replacement Scratchers for Turbo Track
BIllyPogo--2 purple mamas and donation to FFRC

Envelopes 
Patricia H /Il -- Card, Donation
Elaine & Allen -- Card, Flat of Stamps, Donation in Honor of Lil Kat
Diane N -- Card, Card , Donation for Zasha 
Marie / Jabberwockymom -- Card, Donation 
Sherry  W & Dave -- Card, 3 $5 Chickie Money 
Dennis & Terri W -- Donation in Memory of  Joan Bauer, 
Julie & Mike F -- Donation in Memory of Joan Bauer
Marilyn/ Oregon cat lady -- Card,10 -  $5 Chickie Money
Joy & Don D -- Note, Donation 

And then........we had our wonderful Fun-Raiser. Many thanks to those that donated these items, to those that wanted tickets and to the mods and admins for helping us spread the word! And to Marcia and Lynnette for helping with tickets!
Fun-Raiser 
A --  Won By PeppiCali               $ 80
B --  Won by JeezerMd               $ 260
C -- Won by  Ferole                   $ 210
D -- Won by  Candice G             $ 115
E -- Won by  Stan                        $ 95  
F -- Won by  LJ                          $ 140
G -- Won by Meme                    $ 160
H -- Won by Jame Ge                $ 410
                               TOTAL         $ 1470
Bump Ups - dkweiler, LJ, Schlee, Beth, Jo603, Jaxx, anonymous, donnajb 
GRAND TOTAL $ 1780.13    Steve spent last evening paying bills--thanks for making this an easier job for FFRC!

We've had several more adoptions! 
McSplish was adopted on 1 0/22.  She went to an incredibly patient family who is letting this sweet girl acclimate to her new home.  They are keeping in touch with FFRC

Bella was adopted 10/24. This was our neighbor's kitten that decided FFRC was the fun place to
be!  We've taken care of her for weeks and have so loved her. She left to be with a family of the
neighbor. They have kids to love on her!

Roosevelt was adopted  10/25. I've heard back from this family and they sure do love Roosevelt!

Kalix was adopted 10/28. She actually lives down the road from FFRC!

Zastria was adopted this morning to a wonderful FFRC friend! 

Please forgive me--I have totally confused my mods and the viewers with misspellings of Kalix 
name.  The correct spelling is indeed Kalix but I put it as Kelix several different times.  This is a
Name a Cat name. I'm so sorry for the confusion. 

Good news for our sweet girl Zasha.  Her leg and ear amputation was done on 10/22. Everything 
went well. Her ear tumor was sent in for a biopsy-and it's an innocent growth! She does not
need to have any further part of her ear removed. Dr. Darcy did an awesome job on both
amputations. Zasha is 100% enjoying her soft cushy orthopedic cushions. She does hop down and
back in from the lower condos in the back Thumper's Room. She hasn't wanted to venture out yet. Her sutures will be coming out soon.

And now--more catch ups.  We have taken on more kittens and cats.
Nugget--a little bitty black/white boy that has long fur. He arrived at 3 weeks of age and weighed .85 ounces. He was all by himself outside--no place for a tiny kitty. Plus, the fleas were terrible for him.  What a sweetie!  He gets fed 7 times a day and gobbles up his syringe fed formula! 

Joy II--also called Joy Joy. She is a long hair black/white female that arrived on 10/25. Someone must have dumped her at our local WalMart. That night is when it poured. She took shelter under the cars. Our volunteer that works at WalMart and her co-worker trapped her.  What a beauty. She has a blackchin, black nose and a black dot on her left cheek.  Her birthday is 9/14/18.  

LewBeth--another long hair black/white. She is named after our friend LewBeth that passed away. She arrived 10/28/20 and has a birthday of 4/10/19. She has a black nose, black chin. She was so hungry when she arrived and is a bit thin. Another sweetie girl.

Zuccari--and yet, another black/white kitten, long hair.  Zucarri was found by a volunteer, on her 
doorstep in the dark. Where did he come from? He weighed 2.03 upon arrival and the boy never stops eating. His nickname is Pistol, for a good reason. This little guy is a go-go-go boy--if he's not down and out for a nap, he's on the move. And ornery.......yes, sir! That's our Zucaari! His birthday is 9/2/20. He arrived 10/28/20.  He's a real treat.

And then, the kittens that we have said we would take in (before my vacation),  have arrived. Their birthday is 9/4/20. Their mama is now spayed. The family kept 2 of the kittens and we took 5. They are very cute (and sweet) DSH's and ASH's.  They arrived 10/29.
Dis--ASH (american short hair), female
Dat--ASH, female (shaved tummy for ID)
Tother--ASH, male
Anda--DSH (domestic short hair), brown tiger, female (shaved tummy for ID)
Nother--DSH, brown tiger, female
Ok--now, read those names down from the top!  Guess who presented these names--LJ, of course!

IMPORTANT!! Please check this out!  It's about a Pampered CHef Party and FFRC!  The link is:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/1055593811535684/members     Thank you!

Remember Owen, our sweet boy that was adopted 2 months ago?  His mama so loves him. He likes to watch the geese flying by and the leaves! He's a super cuddler. His favorite toy--a big brown paper bag! 

Yahtzee and Simpson were also adopted about 2 months ago. I received lovely pictures of them. Their new mama loves them and says they are great friends to each other. Both Yahtzee and Simpson watches our youtube!

We also have a BOX time to share our thanks with!  These boxes were last Thursday!
William &  Alessa S, for Patricia S -- 12 broths 
Mls -- 3 Containers of assorted Party Mix, 4, 16 lbs of Purina One Adult food
Mr. Meow -- Halloween Scratching Playhouse, Rib Bones for Janie, Halloween pop up tunnel, Snacks and catnip for Ramsay trick or treats, Card, 10 cans of Sardines, Box of Chowder, 5 Boxes of Paws Happy Life, container of Snacks, Box of Pleasing Pate, Lots of Toys

Cindy G & Linda -- Derecho learns to fly Book, Airport Runway Landing Yoga Mat, a Pair of Flight Wings, Queen Bed for Coralie,
Jaxx -- 4000 6 inch Styrofoam Plates
Mighty Kats & Brothers -- 42 lbs of Fresh Step Litter, 12 cans of Salmon, 5 Churu (Bondi Licks), 2 big bags of Journey dry cat
Ju In Ji --  6 Cases of Baby Food
Joco -- 15 Cases of Baby Food
Akiko -- 12 Cans of Salmon, 
Ellen & Joan P -- 3 Cases of Baby Food, 
Lj -- 1 Box of Broths, 2 Cases of Whiskas, 2 Boxes of Squeeze ups,
Allen & Elaine -- in Memory of Lil Kat, 2 (40) bags of Litter, 5 Cases (24) Friskies, 1 Case (32) Friskies, Case of FF, Case of Appetizers  
Roseannd & Bianca cat -- 2 packs (6) Fleece Blankets
Jodi J -- 6 Containers of Wipes 
Denise & Elizabeth S -- 8 Adoption Folders , 2 packs Coffee Cups, 2 Containers Assorted Party Mix, 4 Boxes of Keurig Coffee, 3 Boxes of Lance Cracker/Cookie Snacks,2 Packs of 6 inch plates, 3 laser lights  

Susan 345 --  Bag of Royal Canin, Mother and Baby Food, 
Solie, Pippi, Hope and Fluffy -- Case (19) cans of Science Diet 
Carla/CJ500 -- Bag of Iams Kitten food, Box of Blue Wilderness, 2 Cases(24) Friskies 
Yvonne VDK -- Box of Broths, Case of Reeses Pumpkins, Lg Bag of Iams Kitten,

Lynda D -- Box(18) of Delectables,  Bag of Royal Canin Mom and Baby Cat dry food, 2 cases of Royal Canin Canned Kitten food
Karen B -- Case of Salmon, Case of Chicken, 
Beth/Eaglewatcher -- 4 Cases of Baby Food, Bag of Purina One Chicken 
Sandy A -- 2 Bags of Purina One Adult
Cathy & John S -- Card, Medical Needles, Box Tops for Education, Small Vet Bags, 2 Purple Momma, 2 Kitty Treat Jars, Box of Beyond Mixers Immune support ,  2 sets of Salt & Pepper Shakers, Cutting Board Cheese Cutter, Cat Perch, Bag of Royal Canin Momma and Baby Food

Patty Pk -- 2 Cases (24) Friskies Extra Gravy Pate, Case (24) Sheba Perfectly Portions, 
Cathy831 -- Small Spatula!

Envelopes 
Kelly S -- Pro Plan Weight Codes 
Sue M - Note, Donation for Marilyn Sponsorship 
Jill M -- Card, Donation to Feliz Navidad fund in Memory of Ginger W
Anne, James & Skippy -- Card, Birthday Card for all CH Kitties, with Donation 
Bill & Linda H -- Card, Donation 
Ron & Barb W -- Donation for Spiker

Monday is our next HumaneOhio. surgery day.  Due to Covid, we are trying to do check ins outside yet, despite the cooling temperatures.  We have a safe way of checking the cats in and out.

You might have noticed that Shamballie is up in the Main Area now.  It's true--he's back!  Shamballie is my mom's cat. Auntie Beth is also part of his family.  Shamballie has decided it's great fun to be running out the door, way too often. So, he is now up here with us where we can control that a lot better. Have to keep this sweet boy safe! 

We have been spending time getting things ready for winter--we like to have the farm yard completely stocked in case of super snowy weather.  The sunporch has it's clear plastic walls up to keep those porchies warm.  All cat areas have their red lights up now for warmth. 

And we have more thanks to give! (due to length of blog, I've condensed a bit!)
Janet M,  Steph M,  Colleen P,  Barbara F,  Kelly L,  Marti W,  Svetlana AG,  Janet K,  Victoria OB, Donavon S,  Joseph V,  Yukihiro M,  Marti W,  Bill M,  Janet S,  Dora A

Beth--donation for Belltime's birthday for Feliz Navidad Fund
Currie Family in UK--donation for Zasha's medical needs
Ting Tong--donation for Zasha's medical expenses
Billie K--donation for medical needs for Zasha
Gusti--donation for biggydew for Bella
Uwe N--donation for Feliz Navidad Fund, in memory of her CUmano
Marlene, Nancy & Wee Nellie in Scotland for Zasha's needs

I've also received an update on Roosevelt. He has blended into his new home so nicely! They 
love him very much.

 Folks--please keep our mods in your good thoughts and prayers.  They are human, just like us. 
Sometimes, they too, are dealing with hard things.  Please, when you see them in chat, give them a big thanks for all they do and wish them a happy day. 

Thanks, everyone for all you do for us.  YOU make it possible for what we do here. We try our best to do the very best for our cats and kittens!  

And be patient with me too!  I make mistakes (LOTS of them!).  If I've forgotten something, or neglected to do something I said I would do or I haven't returned a message back to you yet.........just let me know!  

Ramsay is on the move today!  We all love it when that boy decides to change his locations by himself. It may take him a while, but when he does, he's so very happy! 

And CDot continues to be an extra sweetie! He's only "stolen" my mask twice today.  I told him those masks are to be respected but he just gave me that ornery look and ran away with it! 

 

Tuesday, Oct. 20, 2020

 Yesterday was another HumaneOhio day! We sent up 33 cats--12 males and 21 females, plus we sent up a male dog that belongs to an FFRC friend.  

As I am typing, I am being "mauled" by CDot!  He is a complete nut!  He's on my shoulder, the desk, the keyboard, in my ear, drooling and slobbering and purring like a semi truckHe also is a mask thief--he's been known to run off with our masks! And he looks so very innocent.  I just love this kitten but I cannot adopt him. He needs a home!!  As an orangie, he's absolutely perfect. 

We've had another adoption-- 

Terri was adopted on 10/17. Such a sweet brown tiger kitten! She was adopted by a family with 4 kids that were so wonderful to her! 

We had Buddy adopted briefly by the lady who rescued him. But, he's an active boy and needs a home with pets that will play with him.  She has 2 cats, but they are older and sedate in their ways. Buddy was also being a leg tripper and she was afraid she would fall. So....yes, Buddy is back and already rocking and rolling with his friends.

We also took in a new cat. Her name is Zasha, a grey and white cat. She is probably a hit by car victim. She was hit hard enough to cause her bone to stick out in her rear left leg. She also has a very strange growth on her left ear.  Dr. Darcy will be seeing her on Thursday for a leg amputation and a possible partial ear flap removal. This sweetie loves everyone and can purr and purr and then purr some more!  We have her on antibiotics and pain meds. She's a very happy girl. Please keep her in your good thoughts and prayers.  She has a bit of a recovery to get through.

We have thanks to give.  Your supports is what helps us get through these times.

Linda H--donation to FFRC in honor of Pam S's birthday

Kelly I--donation to FFRC

Riely & Bonnie--donation to FFRC

Norma C--donation for caring for Boom Boom

Deborah S--donation to FFRC

YvonneVDK--donation to be used where needed

Christopher S--donation to FFRC

James R--donation for FFC

Uwe N--donation for FFRC

We have some dates for you!  Mark your calendars!

This Thursday, around 1:00 or 1:15 will be BOXES, following Trivia!

Our next Fun-Raiser is 10/25 to 10/28.  On the 28th, BOXES are at 1:00, followed by the drawing and consolation prizes! Eight awesome items are involved!

Our next two HumaneOhio surgery dates are: November 2 and 16. 

The next FFRC surgery date is November 14, Saturday.

Plus, in November, we have 3 cats scheduled for their dentals.

Stay well, and be kind, friends. We need it now more than ever.

 

The point is, everyone has different viewpoints/feelings and that's ok. We each have a different story.  If you need to stay home, stay home, but be kind.  If you need to go out, just respect others when in public and be kind!  Let's not judge fellow humans because you're not in their story. We all are in different mental states than we were months ago.  So remember, be kind.

Thursday, October 15, 2020

Vacation is over and it's back to work!  Our family vacation was very wonderful and so restful. But......now, it's time to get cat/kitty care done, adoptions going, treatments done and all kinds of plans to make!

First, I need to catch up with our thank yous, which is very important to me. We had BOXES on Monday, These boxes were accumulated while on vacation!

Mike and Lorrie W - 10 Rolls of Toilet Paper, 2 Cases of Sheba Perfect Portions,, Container of Party Mix, Box of Quart and Gallon Storage Bags 

Anonymous -- 2  Cases of Chicken Baby Food

Mr & Mrs & Baby Medic -- 2 Cases of FF, Seafood Combo

Mary D & Randi M -- 4 Cases of Chicken Baby Food 

PiperJo -- 4 Boxes of Whiskas Packets 

Jane90125 -- Lg Bag of Purina One Healthy Kitten

Ellie Y -- 12 Handmade Crochet Blankets 

Pat L /Plee - 3 Boxes of Broths, Fresh Scoop Label Codes , Bag of Toys, Potty Bags, 3 Crate Pads  ,  

Melinda G /MPG - Office Supply's(pens, markers, etc ) , Lots of Eating Utensils 

Mr. Meow -- 3 Sets of Xmas Towels, Felix Cat Door Holder, 3 Towels, Oven Mitt with matching towels, 6-10 sets of Kitchen Towels, 4 50x60 Plush Throw Blankets, 

Ju in Ji -- 4 Cases of Baby Food 

Anonymous -Case of Delectable Bisque, Case of FF Appetizers, Bag of Jerky Treats for Janie, Case of FF Savory Centers

Dim -- 48 AA Batteries, 2 Cases of FF Kitten, 2 Cases of Adult FF 

Lynda D -- 22lb Bag of Iams Adult Food, 3 Boxes of Sheba Perfect Portions, Case of Huggies Wipes 

Karen & Gilbert -- 8 Cases of Baby Food, Large Container of Temptation Snacks, Box of Broths, 4 Boxes of Appetizers, Churu bondi Licks 

Bill & Lisa -- Donation in Memory of Patricia  Schmel -- Post it Notes , Several Cat Toy, Travel packs of Wipes, Bondi Licks, 3 Broths , several Bags of Temptations, 2 Box of Quart Size Storage Bags 1 Gallon, 5 perfect portion, zip ties , 2 can covers, Advantage 2 Kitten Treatments

Brian C -- 2 Large Containers of Animal Crackers, 3 pkgs. Nutter Butters, 2 cases baby food, 14 cans chicken, 32 cans tuna

Anna/Outside Girl -- 6 Containers of Clorox Wipes

JeezerMD - 7 Cases of Baby Food,  

Ann & Sean P -- 25 Containers of Clorox Wipes, 7 Bags of CatNip

Anonymous -- 2 Books, Dean Nicholson Nala'World  

Davszy -- 2 packs of Squeeze ups, Case of Broths, Lg Bag of Purina One Adult Food 

Mighty Kat & Brothers - 2 Boxes of Friskies Gravy Sensations, Halloween Ghost, Spooky Treasurers, Tomb Stone Scratching Pad  

April Catlover -- 2 Boxes of Appetizers, 1 Case of Baby Food, Container of Baby Food

Anonymous -- 8 Cases of 9Lives Pate 

Joco -- 4 Cases of Food 

Julie/Tigercat -- Thermal Laminator,

Terri & David C & Evie -- Case(40) Friskies , Container of Party Mix, box of Friskies Gravy, Box of Soups 

Julie & David--2 packets Wildness cat treats for Spiker

VIcki B--3 bags Royal Canin mom/baby dry & 2 pkgs Pania Flakes

Eaglewatcher--BIG bag Purina One cat food, 4 cases Friskies Lil Soups

ENVELOPES

Mellissa L/NY -- Donation 

Susan B / Oh -- Donation in Memory of Betty Pullen

Connie K / Oh -- Donation 

Tom & Linda C Il - October Donation

Jeanne S - Donation for Feliz Navidad 

Marilyn  and Terri B -- Card, $5 Chickie Money

My Hoes and Paws - For Spiker, Blue Wilderness Snacks   

Theresa H - Donation 

Janice & Randy P/Fl - Note, Donation, $5 Chickie Dollars 

Dawn K - Thank You Card, Donation 

Cheryl B/Md - Card, Donation in memory of Cutie, Uri, Jessie & In honor of Chaz, King & Donatello 

We're not done yet--our gratitude flows!  This too is an accumulation from vacation time.

Lynne W--donation to FFRC

Faithy--donation tohelp with a spay/neuter

Pam C--donation to FFRC

Thomas W--donation to FFRC

Judy and Phil--donation for FFRC

BIllieK--donation in memory of precious little Mesa

Cheryl B--donation to FFRC

Belltime--donation for Beth's birthday, for Feliz Navidad Fund

Lana H--donation for FFRC

Muriel MC--donation to FFRC

CyllW and Kitty and Murphy--donation for all the cats and kittens

Steph M--donation to FFRC

Colleen P--donation to FFRC

Janet M--donation for FFRC

Jennifer S--donation in memory of Pizazz

Bill M--donation for FFRC

Deborah S--donation for FFRC

Harm B--donation for FFRC
Patricia R--donation for FFRC

Shannan W--donation to FFRC

Lorene B--donation to FFRC

Tracy L--donation for FFRC

Jakesmeowmy--donation to FFRC

Hallie G--donation to FFRC

Ellen P--donation to FFRC

Donavon S--donation for FFRC

Katherine E--donation to FFRC

Carleen P--donation to FFRC, in memory of Joan B

Karen ML--donation to FFRC

Margaret D--donation to FFRC

KMT--donation in honor of Emmy's 4th BD (an FFRC cat!!)

Charlotte T--donation to FFRC

Kelly L--donation for FFRC

Yesterday, we had a Flash Sale. I'd like to thank everyone who donated the items for this sale and to those that purchased these items. It was a great sale and brought in $413.00 to help us with bills!!

Today was one of my favoritest mornings--it was a HumaneOhio surgery day!  We checked in 44 cats and kittens. This broke down to 21 females and 23 males., including 4 of FFRC kittens which are Soda, Sodo, Roosevelt and Buddy.  This brings our 2020 total to 886 kittens and cats.   Last year for 2019 at this time, we were at 928. But....remember, HumaneOhio was shut down for a few months. We're back on a roll now though and have another HumaneOhio date on Monday, October 19. 

We originally was going to have surgery at FFRC on this Saturday but due to a memorial event with my family for my sister, we cancelled it.  Now, we have had to cancel the memorial event due to the covid numbers increasing. Some of my family are from states, that if they were to visit Ohio, they would have had to quarantine for 2 weeks.  So......we are playing it safe and will plan this at another time. 

We have had 3 adoptions recently.

Smokey--was actually adopted during my vacation to a volunteer, but we're counting her for October 1!  I love this cat and was thrilled to have her get a home!

Djinn and Cohen were adopted together on 10/13. They are now Texan kittens!  It was a very long drive--2 full days but they were excellent travelers! They are now in their home and already very bonded with their new mom and dad.  So happy for all of them!

This weekend, we have families coming both mornings to look at the kittens and possibly pick a new family pet. We will continue to practice Covid safety measures. We also have Boom Boom and Buddy on hold.  

We took in 4 little kittens on Monday, the 12th. They were born to a mama outside. The family has been trying to catch her, so we can get her spayed.  These kittens are 4 weeks old, all appear healthy and have been in the front Thumper's Room.  Their names are from Name a Cat name list.

Daely (pronounced daily), brown tiger, female

Davis, brown tiger, male

Eileen, black tiger, female

Eamon (pronounced a-mon), black, male

Welcome, little ones. They are eating good and are little toy players!

Tomorrow (weather permitting) is our date to get that leaning tree cut down that is in the Covie's playground area.  It's a danger and if it falls, would damage The House that Jonah Built, the Covie Haven and the storage shed inside the playground. We will take much precautions to keep all of the Covies safe.

You all take good care and stay healthy. Derecho--I really think he could've been a poet or a book writer---he wants to add his thoughts!  He wishes everyone to carry one special thing throughout your life and that is hope.  It gives us hope that better things are ahead of us. Hope helps us get through even the toughest of times. With hope, we can work on being where we are meant to be right now and on the path to where we are meant to go.  Keep your hope alive!   Thanks, Derecho! . 

Wednesday, Sept. 23, 2020

 What a gorgeous week of weather we have been having. And we've not been needing to use the air conditioners! The windows are open--the cats love this as they can hear all the outside sounds.  

We had BOXES yesterday! Many thanks to all those that sent these boxes and to our catetary, MKmouse. And to all of you on the chat who offer your thanks!  So nice to see this kindness.

Carrie & Eric M -- 24 Cans of 9Lives, 4 Gallons of Vinegar, 3 Kitty Shaped Pillows, 5 Cat Coffee Mugs, 12 Containers of Clorox Wipes , 2 Boxes Latex Gloves, Travel Packs Wet Wipes, Rice Baby Cereal, Boat Load of Temptations, Box of Sugar Packs, Box of Sugar Substitutes , 10 Packs of Lance Assorted Crackers, 4 Boxes of Ginger Snaps, Few Bags of Dog Snacks, 5 Bags of Apples, 6 Packs of Coffee Cups, 6 Boxes of Keurig Coffee, 2 Packs of Solo Cups  2 Bottles of Microban Cleaner, 4 Bottles of Mr. Clean, Large Box of Office Supplies markers,pencils, post it notes, index Cards. Folders, Binders,  12 Rolls of Paper Towels, 4 Packs of Styrofoam Plates, 24 Pl Toilet Paper   big big thanks!!!!!!

Karen & Gilbert -- 24 Rolls of Paper Towels 

Mighty Kat & Brothers -- Box(24) Friskies Gravy, Ripple Rug, 

Tears from a Dream -- For Glory Delectable Packs Senior (she loves them!)

Yvonne VDK -- Lg Bag Purina One

Brian C -- 2 Bottles of Mr. Clean , 20 Rolls of Paper Towels, 40 Cans of Tuna, 20 Cans of Chicken, Gallon Size Zip Lock Bags, Box of 13 Gallon Trash Bags 

Miss My Tuckie / Jessies Day Program -- 3 Large Bags of Pop Tabs 

Julie & David/UK -- For Spiker, Tunnel, Crinkle Toys, CatNip Sticks   He was so happy with his toys!

Mr. Meow -- Box Load of Snacks for Janie, Dental Sticks,  

Connie -- Iams Dry Food, Container of Temptations, Case of FF, 4 Boxes of Zip Lock Bags Gal/Quart Size, Baby Food 

Envelopes 

Cindy M / Bryan -- Card, Donation 

Brian C/Mi -- Note, Donation And Donation if Memory of Rascal 

Marilyn & Terry B -- Card, $5 Chickie Dollars 

Sue -- Note and sponsorship for Marilyn 

Elaine & Allen -- Card, Book of Stamps,Catstock Donation , Donation in Memory of Lil Kat 

And then we have a few other thanks to give!

Marti W--donation to FFRC

Dora A--donation for the care given to the kitties

KM T and her kitties Emmy, Lark and Lilly--donation to FFRC

Tuesday morning was spent trimming all the toenails and checking ears. This takes some time and all the kitties  and cats behaved (mostly!). Last week we did weights.  We have all the cats nails trimmed but 3---those are 3 tricky ones!  They told me maybe next time they will be in the mood!

Monday was our HumaneOhio surgery day.  The weather was definitely cooler and our numbers were down a bit.  We still sent up 33 cats--23 females and 10 males. Check ins and check outs went smoothly. It won't be long until we have to change to our winter ways of check ins, still keeping covid safe.

Our family vacation starts tomorrow--we are taking a leisurely  drive to the OBX so Steve can stretch his knees often.  I know some folks were concerned with the weather there this past week.  Yes, it's been rough and lots of very very high tides.  The road to our second week's house has 4-6 feet of sand on it. It will  be open tomorrow. They are just at ease with sand as we are with snow! Plow it away!  We will be back Oct. 11 and I'll be ready to get back to "work" on the 12th. I will miss the cats and kitties terribly but I know they will be well taken care of.  We'll get caught up on BOXES and emails after I get back! 

Our 3 littlest brown tigers--Clive, Caden and Roosevelt are buddies!  They nap together, eat together and play crazily together!  Irene is doing good and so is Smokey.  They all remain together all day and all night. Very little tussling as to who is what baby. Although, if Smokey had her way, she would take ALL of the kitties! 

I do have a bit of sad news to pass on.  Our dear sweet Mesa has passed.  Last Friday she started showing some signs of respiratory distress.  I kept her in the front Thumper's Room where there would be no commotion around her.  She deteriorated Saturday. Dr. Darcy and I talked and it was thought to be her heart. She was in no condition to travel as it would've probably caused a respiratory collapse.  On Sunday, it was decided that it was no longer fair to keep trying with her--she was very uncomfortable and it's never easy when respirations come very labored--so scary.  Mesa passed quietly and peacefully with no more stress.  What an awesome cat she was and is greatly missed.  Some may ask....how do these things happen and they become so bad so quickly.  My thought on this is that sometimes when a kitten is young and the heart is involved, the heart is able to keep up with bodily needs. But as the kitten grows, there's more demand on the heart and it then simply cannot keep up with the need for breathing.  She was super loved.

 

Today, we will have 2 adoptions.  I normally don't list them until the event has happened, but it'll be later this afternoon and this will be my last blog until my return.  I'm so happy about this--the brothers King and Donatello will be going into a great home together! We already know their new dad and he's a great guy! King and Donatello are awesome kitties--super sweet, super ornery and they can play until they are exhausted!  So happy for the 3 of them!

You all take good care. While I am gone, I will do very little on my phone but I'll catch up when I return.  The kitties and cats are fine!  I have complete trust in the volunteers! 

 

Friday, September 18, 2020

 Magic just took a flying leap off of my desk. He likes to do that--makes him feel like he has all 4 legs!  Coralie is in a high bed beside my desk.  She likes that too--makes her feel like she can go anywhere! Hensley is in my lap--this boy always needs lots of reassurance that he is loved.  Zelda is on my desk--making sure the kittens stay away from her open jar of snackers. Mesa just now leaped from up high, right onto the keyboard. I ask him all the time not to do that. But...he purrs at me and then he's off again to get into mischief!  Love that boy. Miko, King, Bamboo and Donatello are zipping around like wild things on the high catwalks. Sounds like a herd of elephants Cohen just came p for some head rubs.  Life is good.

We had BOXES on Weds, followed by our Fun-Rraiser and COnsolation drawing!  Many thanks to MKmouse for being catetary!

Dorothy D -- 5 Containers of Clorox Wipes

Flymom -- 2 Containers of Party Mix, Stropfwaffles, Milano Cookies  

Jaxx --2 large bag of assorted Zip Ties, 2 Boxes of Sheba Perfect Portions   

Yuki Hiro -- for Donna Shrimp Keychain

 

Carri M -- Large bag of Purina One Tender Select, 2 Boxes of Biscolatta Chocolate Bars 

Anonymous – Box of Nutter Butter Cookies   

NJ Lurker – 2 Containers of Delectable Squeeze Ups 

Davszy – 2 Boxes of Broths, 2 Boxes of Bisque 

Jane90125 – 16Lb Purina One Kitten Food 

Stripey D --  Card & Donation in Memory of Jessie, Photo Magnets. I so loved the magnets

 

Andrew S – For Janie Birthday Card, Bag of Stix Treats, Bag of True Chews 🐶 

Laura/Emmie – Beautiful Quilted Wall Hanging, 3 Pairs of Earrings, 

Lurker Friend -- 500 Sheet Protectors 

 

Mr. Meow -- From Jessie -- 2 Boxes of Soups, Box of Stews, Box of Friskies Lil Grillers, Paws Snacks, 2 Bags of Dry Cat Food, 9 Cans of Tuna, Box of Sheba & Iams Perfect Portions Meals, 5 Bags of Snacks, 3 Lg Cans of Cat Food, 9 Cans of 9Lives, 12 cans of Sardines, Box of Flavorful Flakes 

Karen B -- FF Creamy Delite, 4 Lg Bags of Horse Snacks 

Miss My Tuckie & Jessie's Day Program -- 7Lbs of Pop Tabs, 2 Pcks Wash Cloths, Lots of Toys, 2 Cans of Dog Food, Box of Lil Soups, 

Anonymous -- Purple Tee Shirt !!!

Elaine & Allen -- 3 Cases(24) Friskies Pate, 2(24) Cases of Friskies, Case(32) of Friskies, Case(24) FF,Box of Appetizers,  2 bags of litter!

Janice -- Blanket, Pillowcases 

Chris W -- 5 Containers of Lysol Wipes, Case of Water, Laundry Soap, 10 Jars of Baby Food, 12 Meow Mix Cups, Pack of Small Styrofoam Plates

Envelopes 

Dorothy D -- Card, 2 $5 Chickie Dollars

Julie & David Uk -- Birthday Card for Hensley, $5 Chickie Money 

Casey & Jill, Butomie & Whiskers/OH , -- Card, Donation in Memory of Spary

Melissa L/NY -- Donation 

Sue P&Cats /NC -- Card, Donation in Honor of Jessie 

Stella's Granddaughter /AZ -- 2 Crisp $5 in Memory of Grand Mother Stella 

Linda & Bill H/ MI -- Card, Donation in Honor of Jewel 

We then had out FUN-RAISER!   Here's our winners and the amount that those items brought in!

A - RomeoMom --       $260

B - Kathy Ble --            $425

C - Mary(Fri. Night)    $125

D - Lynnette                   $360

E -  TWKITTY            $150

F -  Billy K                  $320

G - Mary L                    $220

H - Mary(Friday Night)   $205

Total $2,065

WOW!

And then..........lo and behold, we had bump ups from KathyWV, Bellabell, Donnajb, Jaxx, Nuthatches, StephanieUK, Pawlapurr, Eaglewatcher.  These bump ups came to $335.  

This now makes our total at...................a whopping $2,400!

And then Consolation Prizes were drawn.  Congrats to all those folks. Everything went out in yesterday's mail!

My deepest thanks to everyone who made this fun-raiser possible. To those that donated the items, to all the ticket people, to the mods, to Marcia and Lynnette for working on writing out the tickets, to the admins----so many wonderful people. And to all those that pass on their Congrats to the winners. It's all very wonderful and much appreciated.

And let's do these thanks too for donations:

Christopher S--donation to FFRC

Mindy R--donation to FFRC in honor of Schinn, who is a wonderful auntie that takes care of their kitty babies when they go away.

James R--donation to FFRC

Deborah S--donation to FFRC

Kittyflynn--donation to FFRC

Lynne W--donation to FFRC

Tom W--donation to FFRC

Mary LF--donation to FFRC, in honor of her extraordinary daughter, Michelle for her birthday (Tuesday)

I've been asked this..yes, we have black masks with a white pawprint and FFRC on it.  If interested, just send a paypal or if paying by check, just an email.  It's a free will donation. Let me know how many you want. Big thanks to Megan and Goin' Postal for making these possible. They are comfortable, black only! 

Yesterday was our HumaneOhio surgery day. We sent up 41 cats and kittens.  That came to 21 females and 20 males. FFRC sent up 4--Irene, Frankie, Jersey and Dyambu. 

Irene is doing wonderful as are her babies.  Their sliding patio door is now open many hours each day. It's peaceful and no fussing. The kittens are coming out more and more. Especially, Paulie--he is a super wanderer, even climbing steps!  And every morning we open up all the doors, clear to the back Thumper's Room.  THose that want to go back there, can. And those that want to wander up front, can!  Getting everyone use to each other and different rooms.  Won't be long until we close down the back Thumper's Room (again!) and have everyone up front. 

We had 4 adoptions!

McSplash--was adopted on 9/15. He is King of his house and is much loved. His new family has big lounge chairs and he enjoys watching TV with them. We weighed him before he left and he had already lost a bit over 1 pound--that is good and hopefully will continue for a few more pounds!

Musco---adopted 9/17. This family came in with the idea that they wanted Musco and it was indeed the kitten for them. He will have lots of toys and love.

Traverse--adopted 9/17.  At first, a different kitten was picked and then....Traverse climbed up into the lap and made his plea that it should be him that would be adopted.  In all honesty, I think these folks would've adopted 6 of them, if they could!

Tippy Toe--adopted 9/17. Tippy Toe pretty much claimed these folks from the moment they walked in the door. Was a real charmer! Another awesome home.

OBX in North Carolina is calling my family again for our annual vacation again.  Steve and I will be leaving on Thursday, the 24th sometime in the morning. The house we will be staying in, is in Corolla. We will be there on the 26th to the 3rd.  We then will spend a second week at another house in Rodanthe.  Both are along the ocean, which as a family, we all love.  The volunteers will take excellent care of all the kittens and cats. They and the mods know they can reach me anytime for questions, etc.  During these two weeks, I'd like to ask that, if possible, to hold off on sending boxes.  If they come, it's ok, but will wait until my return. I will also not be doing emails during this time.  It's a time for family, rest, relaxation and rejuvenation. And I am very excited! 

Clive and Caden are doing wonderful. They are so little but sure scurry around.  Dyambu is doing better each day. He seems to have needed extra rest--was sleeping a lot but each day is better.  Poor guy had a rough time. He's a good purrer. 

For those anticipating Boom Boom's adoption this Saturday--it is on hold for a bit. His mama had a change of plans but the adoption is still on. Just a different day--after vacation time now.

We also have Cohen and Djinn on hold! That will also happen in October.  Hard to believe we are talking October already.

Our next HumaneOhio is this Monday. Hoping for a full load!

Take good care and have a wonderful weekend. 

 

Monday, September 14, 2020

Catstock Stay In Place 2020 was fun.  Different...yes, but lots of fun!  And it was all in honor of our supporters, to have a fun day and to enjoy their day with us! 

We had our 8 planned events--at the top of each hour. We also had some fun surprises!  Patrick and Vicki came and brought a big roasted turkey.......fresh out of the oven!  People and cats enjoyed it!  We also had a beautiful cake from Debbie..........sure tasted good!  Three giant cats were here to teach us about cat things! Larry and Martha brought in fresh delicious brownies for everyone. And Agnes graced us with a visit! We never ever know what Agnes will be up to! And as usual, she was a fun visitor.  Oh! And Connie D brought in a special cat--Octavia that was adopted from here. She was the best food thieve ever (and still is!).  

I thank those that donated to Catstock!  Each will receive a copy of the Catstock Stay In Place story that Cindy wrote. It was a great story about how the cats celebrated Catstock during a rough period of time--the covid. We have the best cats! 

We have others to thank too!

Janet K--donation to FFRC

Karen L--donation to FFRC

Faithy--donation for a spay/neuter 

Lana H--donation to FFRC

Cheryl B--donation for FFRC

We've heard from the family that adopted Dominick and Danny.  Both are doing good and are relaxed and have become good friends! Sounds like there's lots of racing around and playing with their toys. They are also enjoying window watching.

Two of Smokey's foster kittens are up in the Main Area now all day long--Jersey and Frankie. They are doing great. They spend their night time back with Smokey and she greets them so happily!

Yesterday was a great day for Irene and her 4 kittens. The door to their room, Paddy's Place, was open the whole day. She came out a couple times for a quick look around but the kittens are coming out more and more and are playing. It's going pretty smooth.  It's always a big transition--letting other cats and kittens be with a mama and her babies. Irene is a sweetie and is coming right along!

We took in three more kittens--we now have even more brown tigers!! 

Clive (female) and Caden (male) are sister/brother. Their birthdays are 8/9/20. They arrived 9/13 from friends of FFRC who live in Michigan.   When they were found, they were hungry and cold and sluggish. But with their help, they survived. They are now here and are as cute as can be. Both are eating good and taking long naps, as kittens do. They are both on antibiotics. Very sweet babies.

Dyambu--male, orange tiger, 9 weeks old. His birthday is 7/10/20. He was found very limp, weak and hungry.  He also had earmites and fleas and an abrasion to his front left paw. He's now activie, eating good and is playing with the other kittens. He arrived 9/11/20. His name means "sun". A very nice kitten.

Yesterday started our fun-raiser--8 awesome items! Check out our facebook pages for info!  On Weds., we will have BOXES at 1:00, followed by the fun-raiser and then consolation prizes! 

We have two HumaneOhio dates coming up--the 17th and 21st.  Trying to get in as many cats as we can. 

Short blog but lots of good thoughts and thanks to you all! 

Friday, September 11, 2020

 9/11   A date we will never forget. I've always liked this quote:

"Even the smallest act of service, the simplest act of kindness, is a

way to honor those we lost, a way to reclaim that spirit of unity that followed 9/11."

President Obama

We have had 2 more adoptions--Dominick and Danny.  Two boys that love attention and will get it fully.  They went together to the same home. Their adoptions were 9/7.  I've heard from their family and all is good.  They are relaxed, enjoying their time with their new people and are receiving lots of TLC.  They love the back of the couch where they catch the afternoon sun.

Irene and her 4 kittens have their sliding glass door opened for a bit every morning.  This is the hardest thing--to help a mama cat be comfortable with sharing space.  Today for the first time, a kitten emerged from the room---little Sodo! He actually wandered around quite a bit.  Irene is slowly acclimating to the others coming in but we do keep a sharp watch on the situation.

We had BOXES on Thursday--we surely do love opening boxes!  Many thanks.Gail, Fred & BooBoo --  4 Containers  of Temptations Party Mix, 2 Boxes of Senior Bisque/Soups,  3 cases of baby food

 

Beth/Eaglewatcher – bag of Pro Plan food for Shamballi 

Karen B – 4 Bags of (Pania Flakes 

Joey3100 – Container of Party Mix, Large Bag of Assorted Rubber Bands

 

Mr. Meow – Box of Lil Soup, Bag of Mouse Toys, 5 Containers of Temptations, Towel Set, Box (12) single serve Meow Mix, 2 Towel sets, Box of Squeeze Ups, 2 Packs of Snacks

 

Anonymous – Box of Knott berry Farm Strawberry Short Bread Cookies Very delicious! 

Mr & Mrs & Baby Medic – 2 cases of FF Gravy Lovers   

Bill M – 2 Boxes of Bourbon Fudge, Ceramic Cat Figurines  by Roseina Wachmeister

 

Plee – 3 Boxes of Broths 

April catlover – Box of Delectables , 2 Boxes of Appetizers, case of Baby Food 

Kim R – Case of Sardines, Case(12) of Mackerel Cans 

Tammy Q & Napping Kitty’s – Box of Friskies Treasures, Assorted Toys, Elephant for Donna 

Ju in ji  - 4 Cases of Baby Food 

Mighty Kat & Brothers– Catnip Toys, Container of Tiny Tiger Snacks, 6 Packs of  Chura Squeeze ups, 6 Serving Trays

 

Linda ( Beths friend) – Handmade Crochet Blankets   

Terri, David & Evy the cat – Case (40) Cans of Friskies, Container of Party Mix, Box of Lil Soups 

Dim – 4 Cases of FF, Box of AA Batteries 

Carla – Box (12) Friskies Treasures, 2 Cases(24) Friskies Gravy Chunky, Box of Temptations

 

Carri  M -- Container of Tub o Towels, Case of Sparkling Ice, Bag of Fun Balls, Box of Assorted Cookies and Crackers

 

Diane – 2  Long Rug Runner from Bed Bath and Beyond 

Judy Ann & Phil – Case(40) Friskies Shreds, Cat Scratcher, Replacement Scratcher for Ball Trac, Pet Stages Snack Holder, Catnip Banana , Eggersizer, 4 Kong Active Treat Dispensers,

 

Myrna – Box of Shrouds---so beautiful and made with love

 

Envelopes 

Don & Joy & Herd – Note, Donation 

Ann, James & Skippy/Canada -- Card, Donation 

Diane N/Tweeti – Card, Donation 

Connie K / Note, Donation 

Martha C / Tx -- Note, Box Tops, Weight Circles, $5 Chickie Dollars 

Cathy S – T-Shirt for Jacci  , Mask Inky

And more thanks to give!

M&M--donation for chicken, in honor of Donnajb

Patricia R--donation to FFRC

Charlotte T--donation to FFRC

Danielle & Andrew--donation in memory of Jessie

Sandor M--donation to FFRC

Mary & Michelle LF--donation in memory of Jessie

Jean A--donation for the medical fund

BIllieK--donation in memory of sweet Jessie

Fran--donation to FFRC, in memory of Jessie

Insun S--donation in memory of Jessie

Lu-Little & Peggy--donation in memory of Jessie

Tomorrow is our Catstock Stay In Place event! It's truly for the enjoyment of anyone watching, to show our appreciation for what they do for FFRC.  There are 8 fun things happening, each at the top of the hours, starting at 9:00 am.  The last one is at 4 pm.  Come join the fun. There's surprises too happening!  

Sunday starts our Fun-Raiser. It ends on Weds. at 9:00 am. BOXES will be at 1:00 on Weds, followed by the fun-raiser drawing and consolation prizes. These 8 items for this fun-raiser are awesome and different! 

All is good here.  Cats are happy and playing a lot with the kittens.  McSplash loves the towel cabinets. McSplish is settling in nicely. Ramsay loves his car but will share it on occasion! Asha loves her daily head and ear rubs!  Cohen is doing super--he's walking with much coordination and is eating good. Boom Boom continues to make us smile. CDot has his leaps in the air and landings down to perfection. Derecho had some chicken this morning. Mesa and Miko--two wonderful fun kittens that so love to play. 

FFRC life is good and we all wish you a wonderful weekend.